

Differently
Carla Reeves
Life is messy, beautiful, demanding, and full of moments that can leave us spinning. The hardest part of leading your life? Leading yourself.This podcast is about doing it differently. It’s about pausing long enough to question the stories running in your head, turning mental chaos into clarity, and creating small shifts that make a big difference in how you show up every day.Each week, Carla shares real stories, fresh perspectives, and simple tools to help you see your life through a new lens. Think of it as a space to exhale, get honest, and pick up practical ideas you can actually use.We can’t control everything that comes our way—but we can choose how we move through it. Differently is here to help you do just that.Episodes drop every Thursday!
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Oct 14, 2021 • 39min
You Get What You Focus On with Terri Maxwell
Send Carla a message!Today on the podcast I am joined by Terri Maxwell, Founder/Creator of Shift Co . - an online community for conscious business owners. Terri has a passion to SERVE. She also has an incredible story of resiliency, a purpose to inspire potential and has launched, owned, sold, rebranded or turned around more than 40 brands and now serves as a well-known advisor to leaders seeking to accelerate growth. In this episode, we dive into personal stories, what it means to lead from a place of service, and we also talk about a new concept around time that she has created and been experimenting with that I think you will love! Enjoy!Connect with Terri:www.shiftco.globalLinkedInInstagramLearn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Oct 7, 2021 • 8min
Do You Mean What You Say?
Send Carla a message!What does it mean to have integrity in your communication? This week on Differently, I'm reflecting on my journey to becoming more aware of my words and what I say. Communication has a direct effect on the people around you and it's important to really listen in to the things you say. I hope you enjoy these tips about how to mean what you say! Learn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Sep 30, 2021 • 52min
Client Spotlight: Make Joy Loops with Samantha Brodt
Send Carla a message!Sometimes it's the "one more thing" that becomes the catalyst for positive change. When life feels too busy and overwhelming it's easy to convince yourself that this is just part of adult life. Another option is to step up and take a chance to make a change. That is exactly what Samantha did! In this episode, I have a conversation with my client Samantha Brodt, Senior Account Manager at GE Healthcare Financial Services. Samantha shares what she did to lighten her load and while her circumstances are the same, she is navigating her life, differently. Stay tuned until the end where she shares the beautiful surprise that awaited her during the last weeks of working together. She is now chasing joy and working toward making the world a little better, one little gesture at a time. Samantha has been a champion for women’s leadership and mentoring initiatives throughout her career and has chaired several events including the Women Lead HERe Conferences. The next one is coming soon where I am honored to be speaking :) - see link below.LEAD HERe CONFERENCE INFO9th Annual Women Lead HERe ConferenceDate: Friday, November 5th (delivered virtually)Registration link HERE – registration is open!Use code CARLAR for a 20% discount You can reach Samantha at:samantha.brodt@ge.comwww.gehcfinance.comLinkedInLearn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Sep 23, 2021 • 10min
Feeling Lonely?
Send Carla a message!Do you ever feel like you're on the outside looking in? Like you don't fit inside of the group? Or, just feel left out and lonely?When you are in a "lonely" frame of mind - it’s easy to get focused on what is NOT happening, what others aren’t doing, or feel that you're always the one making the effort. These thoughts can be a downward spiral that grows the feeling of being lonely and disconnected and leave you feeling powerless.Today on the podcast, I share new perspectives that just might shift this experience for you.Enjoy!Learn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Sep 16, 2021 • 42min
Client Spotlight: Life is an Adventure - Go all In with Will Baumgardner
Send Carla a message!On this week's episode of Differently I speak with my former client, Will Baumgardner. He shares his personal battle with being a recovering workaholic, the downside of loving your work and what it means to be "all in". We talk about life as summiting a mountain - the peaks and valleys, and what it means to create a more fulfilling relationship with work. Will is Chief of Staff for Venture First. Venture First provides capital and financial services to growth-focused companies. He has strong expertise in financial planning and analysis, financial modeling, operations, and corporate strategy. Will attended the University of Louisville, where he received his degree in Finance. Will currently serves on the Board of Directors for the UofL Alumni Association and works with other local organizations to strengthen his community. He lives in Louisville, KY with his husband, Jacob.His zest for life is contageous!I hope you enjoy this conversation with Will! Learn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Sep 9, 2021 • 11min
Overcome Negative Thinking
Send Carla a message!After a decade of coaching high achievers, one of the greatest challenges I see show up again and again is negative thinking and defeating self-talk and how quickly it can rob our confidence and take us off our game. On today's episode, I talk about how our own internal story telling can wreak havoc in our lives and share simple steps that you can use again and again to build your resiliency.Learn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Sep 2, 2021 • 30min
Client Spotlight: Live More Fully Now with Diana Bresnan
Send Carla a message!Sometimes paths cross at the perfect time and in the case of Diana and I meeting - this was true for me. Diana shares her unexpected journey of coaching with me and the things she did to start living her life more fully right where she was instead of waiting until "someday" in the future. We dive into the barriers that get in the way and keep us from enjoying our life now, the power of being present and what it means to have a commitment to create and live life fully right where you are planted.Diana’s background includes Human Resources leadership roles primarily in Fintech and Media industries, most recently as Chief Human Resources Officer with Early Warning Services, creator of the Zelle payments network. After a 30-year career, Diana has retired and continues to create life everyday.I hope you enjoy this conversation with Diana! You can reach Diana at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianabresnan/Learn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Aug 26, 2021 • 23min
Time - Let Your Commitments Lead the Way
Send Carla a message!When you commit and take a stand for something greater and then let your commitments lead the way - you set yourself up for massive traction. On today's episode, Kathy DeCocq and I talk about how commitments can be a blueprint for your everyday choices. When you know what you are committed to it becomes much easier to prioritize, make decisions, set healthy time boundaries and make serious traction on what matters most to you. Listen for actionable take-aways and your invitation to Time Camp!Save your spot in Time Camp! Learn more about Kathy: https:/www.asavvymaven.com/Connect on IG: @kathy_decocqConnect on FB: https://www.facebook.com/savvymaven/Connect on YouTubeLearn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Aug 19, 2021 • 19min
Time - Permission to Do Differently
Send Carla a message!It's never too late to create your own playbook for maximizing your time and energy. It might require giving yourself permission to set down cookie cutter formulas and do differently. Becoming a master of your time is all about leaning into your natural rhythms, systems, and strengths. On today's episode, Kathy DeCocq and I talk about focusing on the things you CAN control and trusting yourself enough to write your own time playbook. Get ready for actionable ideas like taking an inventory of what's working and not working and more. It's time to mix it up! Save your spot in Time Camp! Learn more about Kathy: https:/www.asavvymaven.com/Connect on IG: @kathy_decocqConnect on FB: https://www.facebook.com/savvymaven/Connect on YouTubeLearn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!

Aug 12, 2021 • 17min
Time - The Busy Badge
Send Carla a message!Do you ever feel like you're in a go, go, go crash cycle? Do you feel out of alignment and struggle to make change with how you spend your time? The real barrier to having more time might not be what you think it is.In this episode, Kathy Decocq and I talk about getting to the root of that feeling of misalignment and how to change it. We know that checking the boxes to the next achievement can be addicting, but there is a better way and we are committed to showing you how. :) Learn more about Kathy: https:/www.asavvymaven.com/Connect on IG: @kathy_decocqConnect on FB: https://www.facebook.com/savvymaven/Connect on YouTubeLearn more about Carla: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Learn more about Carla:Website: https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Connect on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@differentlythepodcastGo to https://carlareeves.com/free-class to get The Class schedule, sign up, and/or pass it on to a friend. Each month is a new topic. Come hang out and learn with us for FREE! Book a Complimentary Strategy Call with Carla: https://bookme.name/carlareeves/strategycall If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to share it with a friend. A free way to support our show is by leaving a five-star rating and review on your favorite podcast player. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show and it helps others discover it, too. Thank you for listening!