In this episode we interview Evan Shy, founder and CEO of hiitide,  a personal development marketplace that comprises coaches, scientists, and engineers on a mission to make learning and growth a daily practice for a million people by 2025. We discuss value aligned work, define a proactive definition of success, and dive into the concepts of leadership. Find out more about Evan at https://hiitide.com/ and connect with him on linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-shy-73759814/.

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Success and Leadership with Evan Shy founder and CEO of hiitide

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In this episode we interview Corene Summers, the founder of Artisan Farmacy where she helps her clients enhance their health, careers and lives overall through cultivating effective methods to cope with stress, reduce tension and optimize human performance. We discuss how to strengthen order despite chaos, the power of intent, and many other areas that impact well-being. Find out more about Corene at https://www.artisanfarmacy.com/.

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Stay Calm in the Midst of Chaos with Corene Summers of Artisan Farmacy

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In this episode we interview Regina Trillo, founder of Nemi Holisticks, a healthy chip alternative that embodies the spirit of Mexico through its main superfood ingredients, amaranth seeds and cactus (nopal). We dive into Regina’s personal values and how they are the foundation of her entrepreneurial spirit. Find out more about Nemi Holisticks at https://neminative.com/

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Value Driven Entrepreneurship with Regina Trillo of Nemi Holisticks

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In this episode we interview Dr. Lindsay Knight, social advocate, mentor, instructor, professional athlete, connector, and the director of community engagement at Chicago Ideas. We discuss her journey, what it means to keep going and be resilient, and the idea of your career path. Find out more at http://dkphd.com/.

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Your Career Path and Professional Resilience with Dr. Lindsay Knight

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In this episode we interview Kevin Davenport, an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and founder of The Ideal Candidate. We discuss his journey, The Ideal Candidate, and the Nonprofit world. Find out more at http://theidealcandidate.org/.

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Entrepreneurship in the Nonprofit World with Kevin Davenport

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In this episode we interview Erin Coupe, an enricher of human experience and female leader. We discuss her journey, creating self-awareness, and rising above the noise. You can learn more about Erin at erincoupe.com

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Finding the Authentic You with Erin Coupe

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In this episode we interview Candice Crane, visionary founder and CEO of Petal. On a daily basis she plays supermom to two rosy-cheeked rebel girls, wife to her soulmate, and lady boss in the workplace. We discuss her journey from cape crusading mom to founder of Petal and everything in between. You can find out more about Petal at drinkpetal.com.

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From Super Mom to Entrepreneur with Candice Crane

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Leveraging Your Story to Help Others with Christine Jo'nel

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In this episode we interview Christine Jonel a two time cancer survivor who has taken it upon herself to leverage her story as a platform to help, inspire, and build a community for young adult cancer survivors and thrivors. You can reach out personally to Christine to find out more at christinejadley@gmail.com and find her on social media at Christine Jonel.

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In this episode we interview Eva Niewiadomski of Catalyst Ranch. Eva believes that we all have the ability to be creative, and focuses on inspiring creativity through the environment we work and live in. Find out more at https://catalystranch.com and @catalyst.ranch

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The creative potential that’s within you with Eva Niewiadomski of Catalyst Ranch

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In this episode we interview Amy and Ed, founders of The Laboratory Collective. Amy and Ed went from professors and researchers to entrepreneurs and consultants, and their journey and thoughts on education were more than intriguing. Listen in as we discuss education disruption, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Find out more at thelaboratorychi.org @thelaboratorychi

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Creativity in education and entrepreneurship with Amy and Ed of The Laboratory Collective

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In this episode we interview Rich Alapack of We All Live Here. He started the Chicago based organization as an antidote to all the things that have unintentionally evolved into reasons for people to not get along. Given his background in tech and advertising, he had the skills and connections necessary to start an organization whose mission was to use art, community, and technology to remind us all to get along and help each other succeed. We dive into his personal journey with We All Live Here, what it took to get where he is today, and what you will need as a creative entrepreneur to succeed. Find out more at https://wealllivehereproject.com/ and @wealllivehere.

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The Creative Journey of an Entrepreneur with Rich Alapack, founder of We All Live Here

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In this episode we interview Ali Karbassi, founder of We All Code, and Ignite Talks Chicago. We All Code is an educational non-profit that teaches kids aged 7 to 17 how to code through free educational resources and hands-on classes. Ignite Talks Chicago is a fun public speaking event where 10 speakers have 5 minutes to share their passions with the audience, while slides auto-advance behind them every 15 seconds. We discuss the WHY, WHAT, and HOW of Non-profits and touch on entrepreneurship as a whole. You can find out more about Ali Karbassi and his business ventures at weallcode.org and ignitechi.org/.

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Non-profits and Entrepreneurship with Ali Karbassi, founder of We All Code and Ignite Chicago

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In this episode we interview Emily Griffith founder of Lil Bucks and digital marketing consultant. Emily's digital marketing career took her from Chicago to Sydney, Australia where she lived out her dreams of surfing and working down under. While enjoying an acai bowl at her favorite cafe, she unexpectedly discovered sprouted buckwheat being used as a high-protein, gluten-free granola replacement, and the idea for Lil Bucks and bringing the power of sprouted buckwheat to the States was planted. When she came back to Chicago she got to work, cultivating her dream into reality, and launched Lil Bucks shortly after. Almost a year from the launch date we discuss her companies and the value of mission driven entrepreneurship. Find out more about Lil Bucks at http://www.lovelilbucks.com/ and @lovelilbucks. Listeners can also use the discount code “LYFPODCAST” on the Lil Bucks website for 15% off your first order. Enjoy!

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Mission driven entrepreneurship with Emily Griffith of Lil Bucks

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In this episode we interview Jessica Williams founder of Tech Biz Gurl, and discuss side hustles and everything in-between. Tech Biz Gurl is a side hustle empowering women to use technology to pursue their passions on the side. Most recently, Jessica was also recognized by Built in Chicago as one of the Top 50 Tech Influencers to follow. Find out more more Tech Biz Gurl at http://techbizgurl.com/ and @techbizgurl. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Side hustles with Jessica Williams, founder of Tech Biz Gurl

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In this episode we interview Tripp Kramer founder of Tripp Advice, and discuss dating, the future of dating, and the coaching industry as a whole. Tripp is also the host of the top-rated podcast on iTunes, the How to Talk to Girls podcast, host of the Tripp Advice YouTube channel, and author of Magnetic: Cultivate confidence, become rejection-proof, and naturally attract the women you desire. You can find out more about Tripp at https://trippadvice.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Dating and the coaching industry with Tripp Kramer

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In this episode we interview Monika Black (“The Maximizer”) and Tomer Yogev (“Chief Maverick”), the co-founders of TandemSpring, a Chicago-based executive coaching firm focused on strengths-based approaches to leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and strategy optimization for leading organizations. We dive into the concepts and application of strengths-based leadership in your personal and professional life, and the concept of authentic work. Learn more about Tandem Spring, and Monika and Tomer at https://www.tandemspring.com/. Send any questions or comments about the podcast or LFY Consulting to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Strengths-based leadership and authentic work with Monika Black and Tomer Yogev of Tandem Spring

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In this episode we interview Cassandra Justine, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Inner Sense Healing Arts Collective, and founder of Choose Joy. We touch on her personal story, and the importance of community and self-talk in regards to self-care and improving your life. Learn more about her work as a facilitator of healing arts practices at cassandrajustine.com, and find her on Facebook @Cassyoga and Instagram @Cassyoga. Send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Community and your mental habitat with Cassandra Justine

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In this episode we interview Jackie Herigodt, the program and outreach manager for Imerman Angels. She has also been a caregiver to several loved ones with cancer including her mother and these experiences fuel her passion for the Imerman Angels’ mission. We touch on self-care and the benefits of living your passions. Find out more about Imerman Angels at https://imermanangels.org/ and send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Self-care and living your passions with Jackie Herigodt

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In this episode I interview Adam Hirsen, Co-founder and CEO of UpShow, the Social TV Platform that has become the leading alternative to cable TV for businesses across the country. We touch on entrepreneurship, the future of advertising, how an idea turns into a hobby and then becomes a business, and how running a business truly becomes managing relationships and your team and less about the daily operations. Find out more about UpShow at https://www.upshow.tv/ and send any questions or comments to contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Business, entrepreneurship, and leadership with Adam Hirsen

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In this episode I interview Natalie Shmulik CEO of The Hatchery, where food businesses grow. We touch on the struggles of restaurant ownership, talent and leadership development, and entrepreneurship in the food industry. Find out more about The Hatchery and tenant applications for their new facility at https://thehatcherychicago.org. Questions, comments, email contact@liveforyourselfconsulting.com.

Food startups, incubators, and hospitality with Natalie Shmulik

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