Bold Goal Crusher Podcast

Nurturing relationships and creating collaborations can often times be the key ingredient to achieving the goals we set out to accomplish. Instead of thinking,"How can I do this?” Think, “Who can help me?” And my guest knows a thing or two about cultivating impactful collaborations...
For over two decades, Erica Castner has helped business owners + personal brands expand their reach and online presence. She is the founder of Castner Consulting, specializing in helping online entrepreneurs find, connect, and convert prospects into clients. She is also the host of the Voices of Impact podcast and recently became an Ironman.

In this episode we talk about:
[2:50] What is an Iron Man?
[4:40] How Erica serves her clients
[6:25] Instead of thinking,”How can I do this?” Think, “Who can help me?”
[11:05] How to find your network
[16:28] Asking others how you can support them
[18:57] Creating meaningful collaborations
[27:15] How to nurture the relationships that you build
[33:55] Connect with Erica

Connect with Erica
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Facebook @thequeenofresults
LinkedIn @ericacastner

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We've talked about the importance of our nightly routines, now let's talk about the impact they have on our mornings. And better yet, how maximizing your time in the morning can make the biggest impact on the day ahead!

In this episode I talk about:
[1:15] Our mornings are set up by how we manage our evenings
[3:50] What distractions are getting in the way of your morning routine?
[5:05] Maximize your time by being intentional with tasks your are completing in each room
[7:15] Think of everything you do in the morning and put them in an order that will save you the most time


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Are you a parent, or aspiring parent, who wants to make sure you're doing everything possible to help your children thrive? This episode is for you!
Jill and Mary are the founders of Girls Mentorship. One of the biggest challenges many parents face is questioning whether they are doing enough for their daughters to succeed. At Girls Mentorship, we see girls’ everyday relationships (with self and others) as an area of opportunity to develop and practice the practical skills that generate confidence and influence over a lifetime. Girls Mentorship was designed with the intention to help facilitate personal growth through social-emotional learning for both middle and high school-aged girls.
Jill Petersen is a serial optimist with a bubbly personality and animated expressions. She is a wife, mother of two boys, and seeks fun in everything she does! She is an experienced coach & former leader at lululemon, where she spent nearly a decade building her passions and career. Her superpower lies within connecting & building trust quickly with others to help people find their greatness.
Mary Frances is an avid community supporter, adult cheerleader, experienced coach & leader. Part of her joy as a mentor is not just being the one who leads but also having the ability to raise others to live into their leadership potential. She has a B.S. in Exercise and Wellness from Arizona State University and an MBA in the school of hard knocks. She started her entrepreneurship journey as a certified Crossfit L2 coach and gym owner, where she worked with hundreds of kids, teens, and adults.

In this episode we talk about:
[1:45] What is Girls Mentorship?
[5:30] Serving a unique clientele
[11:00] Helping parents with stress vs growth mindset
[14:45] You can’t know everything! What are your resources?
[16:45] You can’t conquer what you don’t confront
[19:45] Why learning effective communication is so important
[26:10] Building a framework of values in order to make the best decision possible
[28:00] The Girls Mentorship framework and pillars for self-development
[34:25] How to connect with Girls Mentorship


Connect with Girls Mentorship:
www.girlsmentorship.com
Instagram @girlsmentorship
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There's a lot out there about the importance of having a morning routine. And while morning routines absolutely help us start our day on the right foot, what about our evening routines. Having a consistent evening routine can help you show up as the best version of yourself the next day. Not sure where to start? I share lots of tips and examples in this episode!

In this episode I talk about:
[2:18] Get intentional with your habits
[3:00] Start with a reflection
[5:15] Look at the next day on your calendar and make sure you have things scheduled that bring you joy
[5:40] Take inventory of your energy throughout the day
[7:00] Keep your nightly hygiene routines in order
[8:20] Reflect on your goals and take some time to journal

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Have you ever set a BIG goal and then you weren't quite sure where to go from there? What will help you stay on track? Who can help you achieve a goal this boldly? My guest helps us answer all the burning questions!
Eric Lucrezia is the former Director of Recruitment for the Global MBA program at ESSEC Business School in Paris & Singapore, and is the creator of Candidate Coach, a boutique admissions consulting firm that supports candidates applying for MBA and masters programs worldwide. He is also the author of the series of country-specific guidebooks, "Getting into an MBA", which is the DIY A-to-Z guide, to help applicants research, apply and get into the MBA of their dreams, and provides support for getting a visa, scholarships, loans, and everything you need to start your year or two abroad for your MBA.

In this episode we talk about:
[7:45] The people around you are a big factor in making your goals successful
[13:00] Take stock of how you’re spending your time, and if it’s helping you get closer to achieving your goal
[16:24] Remember that other opinions are subjective- do what feels right for you
[21:50] The ties between entrepreneurship and formal education
[24:55] Why any professional should be on LinkedIn
[26:38] The power of connection and building your network

Connect with Eric:
www.candidate.coach
Instagram @candidate.coach
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We are surrounded by a hustle culture. We are made to believe that "the early bird gets the worm" mentality is the only way we can achieve our goals. Well, what if I told you that the goal is NOT to hustle, but to hustle, hit, and never quit? Let me explain....
In this episode I talk about:
[1:15] The goal is NOT to hustle
[1:43] Wise words of advice from a 12-year-old
[5:02] “Hustle, Hit, and Never Quit”
[6:55] If it’s not important, you need to say no


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Brittany Dixon, of Brittany & Co., is a Podcaster, Business Strategist, and Productivity Coach. She helps highly driven creative entrepreneurs implement Self Care, Back End Business Organization/Systems, and Accountability into their business.
She specializes in helping her clients manage the day to day of business by Working Smarter Not Harder. Business owners didn't start a business to run a business, but operations are essential to growth. She helps to document and refine their business processes to allow the business to run more efficiently and grow.
Join her free community The Productivity Pod Community where members can get value and actionable tips in a well-supported community. Members get access to Coffee & Connections, virtual events, Members Mingle Happy Hour, co-working sessions, and Office Hours to ask Brittany anything.
In this episode we talk about:
[2:20] How she started organizing businesses
[6:53] 6 “Ps of Productivity”
[10:35] How a nighttime routine can largely impact the next day
[14:04] How to best design your day (and lifestyle) in a way that works best for you
[20:20] Become an expert in time management in order to scale your business
[23:04] What to include in your lifestyle plan
[29:55] Detox your inbox

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You can connect with Brittany:
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LinkedIn @brittanyjdixon

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If being proactive helps me beat procrastination, where do I start? There are many different ways that you can practice being proactive so you can get a head start on achieving your goals. In this episode, I give you multiple tips, including 3 changes you can make today to become more proactive.
In this episode I talk about:
[2:25] 3 changes you can make today to become more proactive
[2:55] Eat the frog as soon as possible
[3:33] Where’s your plan?
[4:40] Solve the problem that’s keeping you from taking action
[6:14] How filing systems can help you ditch procrastination
[7:30] Create a morning and nighttime routine
[9:55] The power of delegating a task
[11:45] Self-discipline in key
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Have you become a victim to hustle culture? Do you feel like you have to do ALL the things in order to achieve your big, bold goals?
Biz Coach Steve Feld is a certified business coach, author, professional speaker, podcast host, and award-winning business management executive. His goal is to stop business owners from suffering entrepreneurial depression and to stop making running their businesses so difficult. Business owners and entrepreneurs hire him to crack 7 figures without burning themselves out.
In this episode we talk about:
[3:15] Transitioning from “doing it all”
[4:43] You can’t serve everyone
[7:25] Here’s what’s causing you burnout and frustration
[9:05] Using automation to combat the hustle culture
[15:10] Build your business before you hyper-focus on big income goals
[19:20] Is your vision serving your long-term mission for your business?
[26:00] The success of your business and personal life are intertwined
Connect with Steve:
www.bizcoachsteve.com
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Linkedin Steve (Biz Coach Steve) Feld, MBA

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Much of procrastination has to do with our mindset. In this episode, I walk you through 3 different mindset flips that need to happen in order to tackle procrastination head-on... and it may be simpler than you think!
In this episode I talk about:
[1:16] Flipping the switch from the opportunity to distraction and learn to say no
[2:15] Flip the switch from the obligation to priority and set boundaries
[3:15] Change how you view things from a new lens
[5:00] How saying yes can lead to procrastination and overwhelm
[7:08] Why it’s so important to determine your priorities

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