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It is the final episode of 2020!   I am going to give you the opportunity to reflect on the year! I am going to reflect on my big 3 wins for 2020 and share some client wins too.   In this episode: Find out how to FEEL more successful   Find out how to BE more successful   Devise a system for repeating that success on demand   I share how you can set a solid foundation for your selfcare to support you and your business.   I walk you through a reflection exercise   Remember, your business performance depends firstly on your performance.   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/systemise-your-success

It is our final Episode with Kat Ashley from Purbeck wholefoods.   This is the sixth installment with my scholar Kat and she has been so generous in sharing her coaching experience over the last 6 months with us on the podcast.   Listen in to discover how to balance passions and profit to improve personal and business performance   In this episode Kat and I cover: ⭐️Blending taditional values with modern business strategies ⭐️Looking after our own health is one of the key takeaways from 2020 ⭐️Going all in and what a difference it makes to your business and wellbeing ⭐️Managing stress and building resilience in your business plans ⭐️Slaying your to do list through simple categorisation   Kat and I explore the journey, how to create a business and lifestyle you love. Join us... https://www.vivallen.com/blog/baby-steps-and-big-wins

Mental Theft with Paul Newton | Season 2, Ep 28 This week I am excited (and a little scared) to be talking to Paul Newton, magician and mindreader!! This year has given us challenges but also opportunities to start thinking about our lives and lifestyles...have you turned into a chunk, a hunk or a monk!? Paul shares how this year has made him think bigger! In this episode: Paul and I discuss how to use your personal power for good and overcoming imposter syndrome Paul shares how he has pivoted his business for performance and profit We discuss credit card fraud and protecting ourselves We talk playing small with a big heart and how to burst that bubble and change the world One lucky listener will receive a copy of Paul's book - Mental Theft, Your mind is the weakest link...all you need to do is leave a review and you will be in with a chance to get your hands on this book!

Five P's for living in peace and profit | Season 2, Ep 27 We are still looking at living with purpose this week and I am sharing with you my FIVE Ps that will transform your life. Today we will be covering how to rediscover your passion, how to write your purpose statement and how to befriend procrastination. In this episode: I share the importance of living with intention and purpose and finding your passion. When Eeyore is on your shoulder...it's time to go out to play! I let you in on why procrastination can be your friend. The power of our minds to create our reality is incredible...I show you how to harness this power for true success. In all I do I remember my chief purpose: To do more of what you love with who you love! https://www.vivallen.com/blog/peace-and-profit

It is a new month and a new theme for the True Growth Podcast! This month I will be covering Living On Purpose! Are you wondering how you are going to find the energy or sanity to keep on going? Do you want to enter 2021 ready, willing and able to succeed and live on PURPOSE? Do you want to avoid burnout by beautifully balancing your work and life? On today’s show, I talk about living with purpose, on purpose.  In this episode: I share my realisation for my life's purpose! I talk benefits of new adventures including sea swims (even in the winter!) I have accepted that what I have to offer is a life-changing gift Remember: you can only help others from your own full cup I remind you how you get to decide, how you can choose to live according to your heart’s desires with passion AND profit.   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/living-with-purpose

Passion into Profit with Kat Ashley | Season 2, Ep 25 Listen in to the latest live coaching session with Kat as she explores how she has shaped her business to reflect her personal style. Hear how Kat has been able to bring her shop back to life so it is starting to glow despite Lockdowns and Pandemics.   In this episode: ◾️ Learn the importance of building the right team around you ◾️ Kat shares how putting down roots and going all-in on one project has made a huge difference to her self-belief, confidence and personal life. ◾️ Kat and I talk about showing up as business owners on those days we would rather retreat. ◾️ Discover how Kat has turned her passion into profit   If you are contemplating working with a coach or mentor in 2021 then this episode will help you to see the tangible and intangible benefits of expert and experienced support. https://www.vivallen.com/blog/passion-into-profit   --------------------- 💚 Let me guide you every step of the way towards your DREAM life, filled with confidence, JOY and ease. Short cut your way straight to the GOOD stuff with my FREE Steps to Success Workbook https://www.vivallen.com/steps_to_success_opt-in

Join, this week's guest, Cori Javid and I as we discuss... The power of persuasion, team building and keeping calm and carrying on! Cori shares her inspiration for starting an online business, how she overcame personal mindset blocks to succeed and how she is now helping Mums who are business owners to change their mindset and allow money to light up their life. In this episode... > Discover how to avoid burn out...you can do anything but not everything! > Cori reveals what truly makes her happy and how this helps all areas of her life > Cori and I discuss the joy in helping others to find their magic > Hear how doing the inner work is the key to combating imposter syndrome > Cori shares her cheesy yet wonderful quote: "My job isn't to be your crutch but to pass you your cape!"   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/powerofpersuasion

How to find focus in a world of chaos and distraction  | Season 2, Ep 23 Following our theme of Calm to Chaos for the month, today I am looking at finding your focus. Take care of you so that you can have a healthier work-life balance. Does it feel like you are on a running machine that's going too fast, but you can’t get off? Do you want to slow down so that you can take a break? In this week's episode: I talk about breaking those habits that slow you down How to architect your day to combat stress with resilience  I share 3 words to help you find your calm I look at the importance of reflecting at the end of your working day   Enjoy my tips for finding calm in a chaotic world... https://www.vivallen.com/blog/how-to-find-focus

Novembers theme is moving from chaos to calm and this week we are tackling anxiety. Are you running away from things you need to do? Are you the bottleneck in your business? Do you have the ability to focus your attention on tasks that need to be completed? Nope?    Well listen in to this weeks episode and discover the three Cs to mastering the Sunday scaries, stop procrastinating and start LIVING. In this episode... >> I help you figure out how to move your office from chaos to calm >> I offer some questions to assist you in figuring out who is really in your team >> I ask you to look at how you react under pressure: Do you retreat or advance? >> I talk about true connection... the art of being engaged and engaging   Remember to take care of YOU first https://www.vivallen.com/blog/mastering-the-sunday-scaries

We are back with a fourth episode with my scholar Kat Ashley! Listen in to another live coaching session where Kat and I explore how she can safely navigate opening her shop to customers as winter approaches and possibly another lockdown. You will hear: - Kat offer up an update of her successes and struggles since the last instalment - Kat and I discuss visibility and how to overcome resistance to getting out there- How covid has changed the way Kat and her team are working with their lovely customers    Enjoy some key takeaways that you can implement in your life and biz too https://www.vivallen.com/blog/rock-and-a-hard-place

What happens when the internet gremlins eat your work? What happens when your diary is packed and suddenly your family needs you? What happens when feelings begin to override your rational thinking leaving you muddled, confused and stressed? Well as they say Shit happens so you better have a backup plan. In today’s show I am going to teach you how I created the perfect back up plan for my business and how that translates into my daily life. All through October I have been sharing my best tips for releasing and letting go so that you can move forward faster in your business. In this episode: > I share the inspiration for this episode, including a ride in a helicopter! > I talk about the importance of taking a breath to change your state. > Get back to basics - prune your branches! > Learn the MMS - a tip from a coach I used to work with that has always stayed with me.   By running your business leaner, with more flexibility, you’ll feel lighter and be able to shine.  When you shine your business does too.   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/back-up-plan If you have a topic in mind that you would like me to discuss before the end of season 2 drop me a comment below!

Throughout October our theme on the True Growth Podcast will be "leading from the heart to master our productivity."   As the days are getting shorter and the nights are beginning to draw in, now more than ever, is the time to slay your to do list.   I share my top tips for slaying your to do list before it slays you.   * Learn how to stop mustabating and start doing...nip that procrastination in the bud! * Learn how to feel good and on top of your workload every day...make a love sandwich! * Challenge yourself to try something new. * Use tried and tested methods for re-evaluating your tasks. * Identify the non-negotiables in your day...step away from your inbox!   Remember to take care of YOU...without you NOTHING gets done. Do more of what you love with who you love. https://www.vivallen.com/blog/slay-your-to-do-list   --------------------------------------- If you want a hand slaying your to do list and ditching that overwhelm take a look at my FREE handbook, Steps to Success. I will guide you every step of the way to help you create success on your own terms.   Sometimes you have to invest time to make time. https://www.vivallen.com/pl/120529

Taking messy action for big results | Season 2, Ep 17   This episode we are back with my scholar Kat Ashley for her monthly live coaching and check-in on how her business is being transformed by our work together.   Kat and I discuss key principles that you can apply to your own life and learning and some strategies to boost your business performance.   On this week's episode: - Kat and I explore alternative routes to market for your products and services  - How to grow your business by increasing your visibility, dual purposing and repurposing your business assets. - How to stop waiting for the PERFECT moment and take messy action for big results - You have all the skills and resources you need right now, why aren’t you using them? - The power of investing time now to save time and money in the future, get organised!   Remember, work isn't work when we love what we do!   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/taking-messy-action-for-big-results   If you know someone that may benefit from this podcast please do share it with them :)

This week I am offering 3 ways to lighten your load so your business can take off. For many people this year has resulted in constant changes in plans, loss of momentum and business not feeling fun anymore. I share my business focus and how good it feels to get some clarity. Let's not let the events of this year hold us back and finish the year strong! In this week's episode: My aim is to help you answer the following 3 questions: Do you know the outcome you are seeking, what is your bottom line?  Do you know how you are going to get there? What are your 5 big moves? Who is in your power team Shine from the inside out for your inevitable success... https://www.vivallen.com/blog/three-ways-to-boost-your-business-performance   Remember sharing is caring. If you know anyone that could benefit from this episode please share it with them.

Viv welcomes her friend Rachel Pulley, Property Manager to this week's episode.   Listen in as Viv and Rach reminisce about the activities of the past week living and working on a smallholding in rural Scotland, discover each other’s best bits, learnings and takeaways.   Rachel discovers what line of work she would like to steer towards that would allow her the flexibility and fulfilment she desires. Key Takeaways: >> The importance of bringing JOY to everything you do including those challenging situations.    >>Shared experiences, shared workloads, chunking things down to make sense of challenges and make light work of an otherwise heavy load.   >> Appreciate your talents and your capacity to grow, learn new things and create a life you love.    >> Why having shared values and vision is more important than skill set when recruiting team members.   How can you solve the elusive work-life balance?   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/making-light-work-of-a-heavy-load

It has felt so good to be let out and let loose in Italy! So good, in fact, I wanted to share it with you and record an episode from beautiful Tuscany.   Planning adventure into my day is so important to me...big or small I plan this consciously and with intention!   By looking after yourself you can better look after the others in your life   On today's episode: >> I discuss the secret power of your imagination...release and let go.  >> I share how I tap into that power within and how you can too. >> I help to transport you to your own great adventure. >> Find out the three magic ingredients to help you get there.   Unlock your full potential for success and for a joy-filled life   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/your-great-adventure

In Session with Kat Ashley - Preparing for Change | Season 2, Ep 13   Today you have the opportunity to listen in to a live coaching call with my scholar Kat Ashley, from Purbeck Wholefoods.   Kat and I discuss overcoming challenges in business.   In today's episode: >> Kat shares what she is doing to prepare for winter and changing market conditions >> Kat and I discuss branching out -  how to be in two places at once and increasing your reach >> The value of human contact to your business and to your customers >> The power of clear communication to increase productivity and make changes with ease   Let us know what you have got out of this session, we would love to hear from you.   https://www.vivallen.com/blog/in-session-with-kat-ashley If you want to see if we can work together to help you transform your life and your business, book a discovery call today.  You can experience the benefits of having your private coach too!   https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17868160&appointmentType=11434778

This week we have a one JOY FULL guest on the show, Briony Hartley, from Goldust Design. We are discussing How you can bring more colour and joy into your life? How do you find inspiration? Has working from home and being stuck with the same 4 walls brought you to a halt where you feel stuck?  Well, my guest today brings inspiration, colour and joy in bucket loads! On Today's Episode: >> Viv and Briony discuss surrendering to the situation. Leaning into being patient during the lockdown period and beyond>> Briony reveals she has been turning inwards for excitement rather than the usual external sources>> Briony shares her work and combining 3 of her passions>> Briony talks about speaking her truth and realising you are not your thoughts Find out what Briony and Fearne Cotton have in common! https://www.vivallen.com/blog/adding-colour-to-bring-the-joy

Are you footloose and fancy-free? But secretly worried about your dreams drying up and withering away in the heat of the sun? Do you want to take time off and relax but worried you might lose momentum? Do you feel guilty that you are enjoying yourself when you feel that you ‘should’ be working? Taking time out is not a crime in fact in my book, not taking time out causes more harm. In this episode: >> I remind you that getting down on yourself is not going to lift you up!>> I talk about connecting to the thrill of success and being clear on YOUR vision.>> I share how I connect every day with what really matters.>> I discuss the support, structures and strategies I have in place to help me avoid distraction and bring about disciplined focus Your SUCCESS matters to me.  I want you to have a guilt-free summer holiday and know that you have got this! https://www.vivallen.com/blog/footloose-and-fancy-free

For the month of August, our theme is Acceptance.   Today we are going to look at mastering our physiology and a topic that came up last week with my scholar, Kat...TIME.   Are you finding that you are still procrastinating over the finer points of your website design?   Are you spending more time on the research and development phase of your business than on the sales and marketing phase?   Does it feel like no matter how many hours you spend at work, you never get it all done?   Today I offer you my most effective ways to INVEST your time working on your business for TRUE GROWTH   In this episode:   > I help you look at how you are spending your time > I offer a solution for that decision fatigue > I call you out on those delay tactics!!  > I encourage you to enjoy the peaceful power of acceptance   Enjoy the show and do let me know which parts were most helpful to you https://www.vivallen.com/blog/3-ways-to-boost-your-business-growth