

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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Aug 15, 2019 • 1h 8min
098: Why Niching Down can Explode Your Business with James Patrick
James Patrick, ACG, ALB is an award-winning and internationally published commercial and editorial photographer based in Arizona specializing in sports, fitness, beauty and portraiture. He also works as an entrepreneur coach, podcast host, marketer, journalist and public speaker covering a variety of topics including photography, marketing and business development. What all this means is that James is a storyteller and as a storyteller, he has a bevy of mediums in which to craft and communicate his stories. With his diverse work background, James has spoken coast-to-coast in the United States and been interviewed for numerous TV, radio, magazine, newspaper and podcast segments on topics related to entrepreneurship, marketing, personal development, photography and more. James is the author of FIT BUSINESS GUIDE: The Workout Plan for Your Brand and is the weekly host of both the Beyond the Image Podcast and the FITposium podcast. BUT, this was not who James ALWAYS was. It was shifting into FOCUSSING and specializing that exploded James career, Join in today and learn EXACTLY how James Patrick Leveled up and created everything from nothing! In this episode, you will learn: How niching down can level up your business Why you need to focus on specifics Why you need to be seen, heard, and read How to set up your day

Aug 12, 2019 • 53min
097: Why You Should Tell Your Story with Eli Nash
Eli held a secret for YEARS. The details of his own abuse. What he knows now that he didn't know those many years of keeping quiet? That vulnerability and emotional intelligence connects people. TODAY, he now empowers others to speak up. He helps them use their own voice, share THEIR stories, to become agents of change in their respective communities. Eli founded MicDrop, a public speaking training program that puts special emphasis on those who can't even imagine speaking publicly. Join in today and not only hear how Eli coached ME on my passion and story, but learn EXACTLY HOW Eli Nash LEVELED UP and created everything from nothing! In this episode, you will learn: Why you need to tell your story How you can become a better storyteller How you can stop being afraid of public speaking Why public speaking is a great tool

Aug 8, 2019 • 40min
096: How Friendships and Fun Can Create Massive Success with Jeff Fenster
Jeff Fenster has been recognized nationally for his business creations that have turned into HUGE successes. In addition, Jeff was named a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 35 in America when he was just 30. Combining his two biggest passions – entrepreneurship and healthy living – Jeff created his most recent innovation, everbowl. He has built this explosive brand utilizing his personal philosophy of making friends and having fun and this has translated into a fun, vibrant culture at everbowl. This philosophy has allowed everbowl to be named one of America's Top 40 Hottest Fast Casual Startup's by QSR and a top 100 Mover and Shaker in the Nation by Fast Casual. But Jeff is not done yet! Infact. He is JUST getting started! Jeff has continued to disrupt on a massive scale and has recently launched a Superfood infused coffee company – Join in today and learn exactly how Jeff Fenster continually LEVELS UP and creates EVERYTHING from nothing. In this episode, you will learn: How to build strong relationships Why fun is the catalyst for success How you can combine your passions into success

Aug 5, 2019 • 1h 1min
095: How To Make Sh*t Happen with Sean Whalen
With a gun in his mouth and a bottle of booze to his sign Sean Whalen finally had hit rock bottom. You see Sean Whalen was very successful at a young age. Infact, he was a self made multimillionaire in his early 20's . BUT he knew very little about business without having a father, mentor or coach around. So he made A LOT of mistakes. Mistakes that lead him to lose $12,500,000, bankruptcy and the loss of his marriage and family. Like many juggling a lot, Sean was always connected to the office, Disconnected at home, taking calls 24/7and even arguing with his wife with the belief that his "hard work ethic" was GOOD for them. When everything started to crumble for him? He says he made every bad decision you could make with business and relationship. Trying to keep CONTROL, he worked HARDER and HARDER trying and save everything. The saddest part he was missing? He felt like he was NEVER working "hard enough" Eventually things got crazy out of control. He was forced into dropping EVERYTHING and surrendering. In his darkest moment, a gun in his mouth and an empty bottle of alcohol to his side, he TRULY surrendered and asked for help. TODAY Sean is a Massively sought after Motivational speaker, founder of multiple companies including apparel and technology, but his role as founder and CEO of Lions Not Sheep is closest to his heart. He is also the founder of his newest "market disruption" the app : MEETRZ Join in today and learn EXACTLY how Sean Whalen LEVELED UP and created EVERYTHING from NOTHING On this episode, you will learn: Why authenticity is all that matters How you can create true balance How to make life work for you Why working harder is not the answer

Aug 1, 2019 • 50min
094: Why Being Broke is Your Greatest Teacher with Dwayne Clark
Dwayne Clark grew up POOR. So poor that his mom had to take potatoes from her employer to feed her children. Then he would have to negotiate as a child to ensure they would have utilities and running water. But Dwayne learned a powerful perspective shift about is life. He learned that he could view poverty as "POOR HIM: or as "BEING THE GREATEST SCHOOL" He chose the later. Today, Dwayne is a serial entrepreneur and runs one of the nation's premier assisted living communities with over 30 locations, 2000 staff members, and over 60,000 residents served. He's also an award-winning film producer, author and major philanthropist. As CEO of Aegis Living, one of the most sought-after assisted living facilities in the US. He's also the producer of the Award-winning film 'Big Sonia' and 'Full Court' - The Spencer Haywood Story, about the iconic NBA Hall of Famer. In his latest book '30 Summers Left' he shares the "lessons from longevity" that he has amassed from the latest health and wellness research on living the best life possible. Join in TODAY and learn EXACTLY how Dwayne Clark LEVELED UP and created EVERYTHING from NOTHING! In this episode, you will learn: How to find lessons in hardship Why adversity is your greatest teacher Why you should always being looking for the lesson How you can create longevity in business and life

Jul 29, 2019 • 44min
093: True Dedication that Lead to Being a Star with Bijan Williams
We all have those skills we were born with, and those skills we were NOT. Bijan? He was NOT born to dance, let alone choreography for some of the biggest names in hollywood! So how did a young kid with no moves learn to achieve success in the creative space that most never even dream of? Bijan is a creator to say the least, he has successfully over the last few years worked in every industry of the creative arts, including dance, choreography, acting, modeling, song writing, music production, artist development, photography, video directing, artist development, and artist management... he is a true Renaissance human! Bijan is an amazing person and amazing talent, which is also why he continues to be so successful; because he has triumphed over ego and now is solely focusing on building works of art and inspiring other people to do the same. In 2019 Bijan diversified his portfolio once again, by also adding real estate investing and life coaching to his resume. He is creating a weekly talk show in his new luxury mansion in the Hollywood hills where he has also created a film & photography studio as well as a music studio for Recording Artists, models, social media influencers, and etc. Listen in today and learn exactly how Bijan LEVELED UP and created EVERYTHING from nothing. In this episode, you will learn: The process of following your passion Why hard work DOES pay off How you can begin to create your own success Why you should diversify

Jul 25, 2019 • 58min
092: Becoming a Social Entrepreneur with Miki Agrawal
Miki Agrawal is a true social entrepreneur in every sense of the phrase! Raised by parents who never complained and always found solutions to any and every problem, Miki learned early on that there is always solutions. She is the founder of the acclaimed farm-to-table, alternative pizza concept called WILD (www.eatdrinkwild.com) with 3 locations in New York City, one in Guatemala and more on the way. She co-founded THINX (www.shethinx.com), a high-tech, period-proof underwear brand and led the company as CEO to a valuation of over $150 Million and to Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2017, all while helping tens of millions of women period better. She also co-founded Icon, a high-tech pee-proof underwear brand that helps women manage light bladder leakage. She most recently founded TUSHY (www.hellotushy.com), a company that is revolutionizing the American toilet category with a modern, affordable, designer bidet attachment that both upgrades human health & hygiene as well as the environment from wasteful toilet paper consumption. She and her team are also helping fight the global sanitation crisis by bringing clean latrines to underserved communities in India through their partnership with Samagra. From nothing she created SO MUCH. Join in today and learn exactly how Miki Agrawal leveled up time and time and agina nd created everything form nothing! On this episode, you will learn: How you're able to find solutions to all problems Why complaining serves no purpose How you can create a social following for your brand How you're able to create a movement

Jul 22, 2019 • 52min
091: Committing to Your Unfamiliar Possibilities with Lisa Nichols
Years ago, Lisa Nichols was a struggling single mom on public assistance and she describes the day to me that she realized she couldn't even afford a box of pampers for her son and had to wrap him in a towel. It was in the rock bottom that Lisa decided that she had been more committed to her familiar discomfort then to unfamiliar new possibilities. TODAY, Lisa Nichols is one of the world's most-requested motivational speakers, as well as a media personality and corporate CEO whose global platform has reached and served nearly 30 million people. As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Inc Lisa has helped develop workshops and programs that have transformed the lives many! Lisa's extraordinary story of transforming her own life from public assistance for her family to leading a multi-million dollar enterprise is the inspiration behind her bold mission to teach others that it is possible to do the same. A noted media personality who has appeared on Oprah, The Today Show, The Dr. Phil Show, The Steve Harvey Show, and Extra – just to name a few, is also celebrated for the impact she has on the lives of teens. Through Lisa's non-profit foundation Motivating the Teen Spirit, she has touched the lives of over 270,000 teens, prevented over 3,800 teen suicides, supported 2,500 dropouts in returning to school, and has helped thousands reunite with families. Join in TODAY and learn exactly how Lisa Nichols LEVELS UP and created everything from nothing In this episode, you will learn: Anyone can "do-it" Why your past does not dictate your future Why you need to get uncomfortable with new possibilities Why you need to stop focusing on where you are

Jul 18, 2019 • 58min
090: Creating Success with the Manifestation Babe Kathrin Zenkina
Kathrin Zenkina obtained a Bachelor's degree in Biology when she decided to forgo Medical School, picked up the book "The Secret" and reentered herself into the world of Law of Attraction. Before creating Manifestation Babe in 2016, Kathrin was $25,000 in debt and making less than $1600/month in income with her failing online business. Since starting on Instagram as @ManifestationBabe, her business has generated over $1.3M in the last 6 months, she has built a coaching empire, become an acclaimed Amazon author of "Unleash Your Inner Money Babe", created the Rich Babe Academy, built an online community of 100,000+ followers, and has been featured in podcasts and well-known online magazines. You can learn more about Kathrin Zenkina and the Manifestation Babe community at the links below: http://www.manifestationbabe.com https://www.instagram.com/manifestationbabe/ In this episode, you will learn: How to manifest your day dreams How to REALLY use the law of attraction Why you can switch from failure to massive success quickly About the power of surrounding yourself with the right people

Jul 15, 2019 • 41min
089: Bouncing Back from Massive Setbacks with Mary Morrissey
A teenage pregnancy in 1966, diagnosed with a fatal kidney disease soon after, a marriage that crumbled from a bipolar diagnosis… How do you bounce back from massive set back when even your reputation is at risk? How do you SURRENDER and what does that mean? Today on leveling up meet the incredible Mary Morrissey. Today she is widely considered the world's foremost expert on "dream-building," which is the art and science of transforming your dreams into results. She is the author of two bestselling books, No Less Than Greatness and Building Your Field of Dreams, which became a PBS special.She has addressed the United Nations three times, was invited to co-convene three different week-long meetings with The Dalai Lama, and met with President Nelson Mandela in South Africa to address some of the most significant issues that our world faces. Through her books, live events and programs, Mary has helped empower millions of people worldwide to achieve new heights of meaning, purpose, aliveness and authentic success. What you don't know about Mary YET is the incredible journey she has been on. The set backs and failures she has faced and overcome are incredible. Join in today and learn EXACTLY how Mary Morrissey Leveled Up time and time again and created EVERYTHING from Nothing. On this episode, you will learn: How to feel empowered no matter what others say How to transform your dream into reality Why failure is necessary for success


