

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill
Natalie Jill
Welcome to Midlife Conversations. On this podcast Natalie Jill does what she does best - taking complicated information that is relevant to us (women entering Midlife) NOW, and breaking it down simply with actionable steps you can implement to level up your life in your BEST YEARS to come. I also regularly interview some of the most inspiring people living their best Midlife years. On this show, I cover topics about our shifting hormones, weight struggles, our mood and focus changes, raising teenagers, our relationships, career changes, beauty and more.
If you are new here, Natalie Jill encourage's you to go back and listen from episode one, when this podcast was previously called "Listen UP" for the full transformative experience!
If you are new here, Natalie Jill encourage's you to go back and listen from episode one, when this podcast was previously called "Listen UP" for the full transformative experience!
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Mar 27, 2020 • 9min
178: Shifting in an Uncertain Economy
I know so many of you are feeling the effects of the coronavirus on our economy. First, it is ok to feel what's happening, it's ok to talk about it. But, we can't worry and complain about it, we must be proactive. In this weeks Fit For You Friday, Natalie dives into how you're able to shift during this time, and come out on top!

Mar 23, 2020 • 38min
177: Overcome Your Past to Build Your Empire with Dean Aguilar
At the age of 12, Dean devised a plan to mow lawns and save up money so his brother and his mom could leave his physically abusive dad. They ultimately ended up living in a car behind a convenience store eating slim jims and skittles for dinnerBut that hardship taught Dean about life and how to handle many set backs to come… Today, Dean Aguilar is the CEO of Digital Muse Media, a Brand Consulting Agency with an emphasis on social media execution. His clients include high level entrepreneurs, athletes, and actors. He also is the founder of two highly successful Real Estate companies, Xavier Dean Realty and Dean Aguilar Group, which sold an average of $150 million in Real Estate sales yearly. Dean successfully brokered an acquisition of his companies by Big Block Realty in January of 2020. Join in today and learn EXACTLY how Dean Aguilar leveled up and created everything from nothing! In this episode, you will learn: How to be resourceful in tough times Why learning how to overcome adversity is a gift Why you shouldn't obey the status quo

Mar 20, 2020 • 7min
176: Adjusting to a New Normal - Coronavirus and Bicep Tear
Natalie returns this week with a Fit For Your Mind Friday. In this solo episode, she tells you where she's been, and how she has had to adjust to a new norm. When she tore her bicep and how she had to quickly adjust her mindset to gratitude. Now, we all have to adjust to a new norm with Coronavirus. Now we need to focus on gratitude. So, what are the things you now have time to focus on? What are the gifts in all of this, that's happening.

Mar 16, 2020 • 48min
175: Breast Implant Illness- is it REAL? with Christina Roulund
This week on Leveling Up, we discuss a different type of topic. Today, we sit down with Christina Dennis who is the founder of size-happy, who helps with a positive body image. She's also a big advocate for B.I.I Education (Breast Implant Illness Education) Now, before you jump off of this episode, I urge you to listen in because of how important this topic is. There is so much more education happening about it, and it's important to know the truth. A little disclaimer: I've had breast implants since I was 19 years old, and I've had six surgeries for them..SIX! I don't believe I have B.I.I, but I certainly have had complications. So, dive in and learn from Christina on why this has become so important. In this episode, you will learn: What is B.I.I. What are some of the risks of breast implants Why your outer appearance has nothing to do with your inner acceptance How you can get a positive body image

Mar 9, 2020 • 46min
174: Shifting Into Your Purpose with Anthony Trucks
At age three, Anthony Trucks was given by his birth mom to foster care. He was scared, confused and forced into an unfamiliar world. Anthony spent the majority of his life fighting to find out who he is, and what he's meant to do while he's here… Thanks to a LOVING Foster family that came into his life at age 6, he was able to pursue his passion. The NFL. Anthony rocked football but still battled and then overcame countless challenges to as he says "Make SHIFT happen" Anthony went on to be an NBC's American Ninja Warrior and now a serial entrepreneur with one serious super power. The power to know his identity and navigate life's shifts, good and bad, with grace and optimism to make Success His Second Nature. TODAY, Anthony has turned his PAIN into PURPOSE helping many. Join in today and learn EXACTLY how Anthony Trucks LEVELED UP and created Everything from Nothing. In this weeks episode, you will learn: How to not let your circumstances dictate your outcome How you can shift your life at any moment How to navigate hardships at every turn Why you past does not define you

Mar 2, 2020 • 1h
173: Building Healthy & Thriving Relationships with Scott Milnes
Scott Milnes is a communication expert and founder of The Great Relationship Academy, and he's on a mission to help people achieve the healthy and thriving relationships they've always wanted. But it wasn't always this way. After a confusing divorce at 29, and then a crushing breakup 8 years later. Never wanting to be in that pain again, Scott embarked on a visionquest to crack the code. Teaching with heart, humor, and in-the-trench experience, Scott's leading a national conversation about healing from heartache, dating with clarity and intention, and what real love and connection is. Join in today and learn exactly how Scott leveled up and created EVERYTHING from nothing! In this episode, you will learn: How to heal from heartache Why having intention in your dating life is important Why trying to avoid pain just creates more of it

Feb 28, 2020 • 2min
172: Where You Are With What You Have
Wherever you put your focus and attention, that's where results flow. Why? Because that's where your energy goes. Energy creates movement and results! On this weeks Fit For Your Mind Friday, Natalie breaks down how you're able to focus on right now, today, with what you have, and what you can DO right now. Then focus on that first step, you're going to make quantum leaps forward.

Feb 24, 2020 • 57min
171: Get Your Foot Off My Neck with Ola Muhammed
Ola Muhammed's life was set up to fail. Her father died two months before she was born. Because of a skin condition she was forced to leave Nigeria as a young girl to live with an aunt she never met. She endured abuse, neglect, racism (within her own race none the less) and had no support or love in her life. But Ola had a gift…the gift of BELIEF that she was WORTHY. She believed her mom loved her. She BELIEVED in something better for herself. And she BELIEVED her dad was somehow looking out for her. This belief served her WELL and blocked out the noise of naysayers… Like when she was told that her dream of becoming an architect was not suited for a black woman. Like when People tried to step on her neck on the way up the success latter. Ola took the disbelief from others as a challenge and became a highly successful architect living in the most affluent neighborhood in Illinois. Ola learned that what holds people back the most from achieving their dreams is not racism but self hate. Today, Ola is the founder and creative director of Ijorere designs and has worked with some major celebrities NBA superstar player: Lebron James, recording music artist: J. Cole, Louis Carr of BET, and David Tutera. She also travels the world inspiring women of color to stand tall and walk with integrity. Her book "Get your foot off my neck" is an eye opening to memoir exposing the disheartening discovery that bias and racism not only comes from the outside but from within her own race. Join in today and learn EXACTLY how Ola Muhamed Leveled up and created everything from nothing In this episode, you will learn: What is takes to have a belief in yourself Why we need to be aware of our strengths Why prejudice won't keep you down if you don't let it

Feb 21, 2020 • 38min
170: Building a Celebrity Designer Brand with Azature Pogosian
Azature, also known as the "Black Diamond King," designs jewelry influenced from the craftsmanship and mythology of ancient relics and religion, to modern pop icons like Beyonce and Rihanna. Bridging those diverse inspirations together with impeccably handcrafted jewelry, Azature's work is both intellectual and intuitive, timeless and outrageous. He is known today as the Black Diamond KING How did he build this from NOTHING? How did he take a mega vision and create it from NOTHING? Join in today and learn exactly how Azature leveled up and created everything from nothing. In this episode, you will learn: Why finding your passion is key to success What diligence truly looks like Networking is key and how to at a high level

Feb 17, 2020 • 50min
169: How to Achieve Exponential Growth with the CEO Whisperer Cameron Herold
Cameron Herold is known around the world CEO WHISPERER He is the mastermind behind hundreds of companies' exponential growth. Cameron was an entrepreneur from day one and views his ADHD and BiPolar as a gift. . At age 21, he had 14 employees. By 35, he'd help build his first TWO, $100 MILLION DOLLAR companies. By the age of 42, Cameron engineered 1-800-GOT-JUNK?'s spectacular growth from $2 Million to $106 Million in revenue, and 3100 employees - and he did that in just six years. His companies landed over 5,200 media placements in that same six years, including coverage on Oprah. Not only does Cameron know how to grow businesses, but his delivery from the stage is second to none- the current publisher of Forbes magazine, Rich Karlgaard, stated "Cameron Herold is THE BEST SPEAKER I've ever heard...he hits grand slams." When Cameron steps off the stage, he doesn't stop teaching. He is the author of the global best selling business book DOUBLE DOUBLE- in its 8th printing and in multiple translations around the world. He's also the author of the top selling books MEETINGS SUCK, VIVID VISION, MIRACLE MORNING FOR ENTREPRENEURS and FREE PR. I had SO many questions for Cameron! Join in today and learn exactly how Cameron Herold Leveled up and continually creates EVERYTHING from nothing! In this episode, you will learn: How you can scale your business quickly Why having the right team is important How to focus on your strengths in order to grow


