On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Meegan dives into her journey as an entrepreneur and the thriving women-centric energy of her workspace/social club, The Dostal House. As a lifestyle blogger, social media expert, and avid supporter of the entrepreneurial lifestyle, Meegan reveals the female role models who have inspired her most, the origin of her desire to create a women’s workspace, and what the future holds for the collaborative space. Meegan Hofmeister is a multi-passionate entrepreneur with a specific interest in female founders, small business & lifestyle industries. She is the founder of The Dostal House: a women's workspace, retail boutique & social club. Meegan is also the founder of SignedM.Studio, specializing in content creation & social media strategy for small businesses. She also shares her creative style on SignedM., a life + style blog with a focus on fashion, travel, fitness, and chasing dreams.

22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo

Conversation with Meegan Hofmeister

In this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Chantel Soumis dives into the foundations of brand messaging and the difference between vulnerability and oversharing in marketing. During this conversation Chantel shares her journey to marketing through her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and how her shift to positive thinking set her up to help other break through barriers. Chantel Soumis is a Brand Sorceress and speaker, who is focused on mastering personal brands, speaking professionally, and advocating for “disability” in the workforce as a warrior living with different-abilities. Find out more about her and her services at http://www.chantelsoumis.com/

Interview with Chantel Soumis

On this episode of “22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo,” Marlo speaks with author and speaker Jake Melton about thriving with Tourettes and his mission of advocating for mental health. During this discussion, Jake dives into his journey to minimalism as an answer to dealing anxiety and stress. He reveals his best advice for creating a mindset shift in the workplace that leads to greater productivity and better mental health. Jake Melton is the author of “Minimalize to Maximize Your Happiness: Cut the Crap.” He is a public speaker and a workshop facilitator focused on success and business coaching. His work as a mental health and Tourette’s advocate, as well as more information on connecting with Jake can be found at www.thejbmeltongroup.com

Interview with Author and Speaker Jake Melton:

In this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Courtney Misener talks about the core issues of identity and how we develop our personality as we grow. You’ll find out what drove Courtney to this path and why she fought so hard to be heard. Marlo and Courtney, then apply this identity and personality topic into entrepreneurship and leadership and how is all connected. Courtney currently serves as the Director of Programs and Community Engagement at House of Hope, teaching a quarterly curriculum she developed that focuses on three major areas: addressing childhood patterns and belief systems, taking on hard conversations, and emotional health. She frequently teaches classes and seminars providing opportunities for women to understand they have choices and a voice. What Courtney knows to be true is this: When women become emotionally well, and no longer require others to steward their own happiness and success, it frees them from expectations in their relationships, opening the door to truly see and celebrate their co-workers, family members, other women and themselves. In this interview you will learn: - How Courtney became part of House of Hope - The importance of self-worth - The importance of starting every day with light not darkness - How empowering can be for others to hear your story

Creating Your Identity As An Entrepreneur

In this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Kaytlyn Sheffler defines the difference between mindset work and technological tools to assist the success journey. Marlo and Kaytlyn delve into the topic of social experience and success, and how today’s technology and Kaytlyn’s experience with mindset development has impacted her creation of the Joymap app. As an experienced design strategist, Kaytlyn crafts products and experiences with joy and empathy. Kaytlyn is a storyteller of the human experience - exploring the emotions behind people's delights and discomforts to build creative solutions. Her mission is to support healing & empowerment through joyful, mindful, and scalable design. She is currently building Joymap, a platform for people to be the heroes of their journeys and share meaningful moments for support. Kaytlyn would love for you to reach out to chat about design, wellness, and collaborations! In this interview you will learn: • How Kaytlyn founded Joymap • The importance of the intersection of psychology and technology • How individuals use technology to cope with negative experiences • How writing down your story can change your future Show Notes: Joymap website: https://www.joymap.co/

Technology And The Mindset Movement

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Larry Boyer breaks down the importance of understanding the core values and beliefs of your team and how to use your own values to challenge yourself to higher levels of performance. Listen in as Larry and Marlo make connections between understanding your own core values and confidence to try new things. Larry has also created an assessment designed to evaluate your current values and what to do with that knowledge. Larry Boyer is a global executive with over 20 years’ experience partnering with business executives across divisions to help them anticipate and address complex challenges through big data and advanced analytics. His work has focused on standing up new teams and transition existing teams to new business models. Here are some of the key points of this interview: - How the business environment is like an ecosystem - How business leaders need to adapt in order to be successful - Understanding core values within individuals and how we make decisions based on values - Why you should challenge your values often Show Notes: • Larry’s website: https://successrockets.com/

Understanding Your Core Values

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Jessika Phillips talks about developing customer relationships with authenticity. A leading expert in social media and marketing, Jessika reveals her best tips for fostering an enriched customer experience and creating a client profile that works best for your business. Her insights into team culture, where social media is headed, and how to treat customers will surely be a game changer for you and your business. Jessika is on a mission to make relationships the forefront of business marketing. She’s known for this outspoken dedication to Relationship Marketing. Jessika lives by her statement that “Relationships will always be more powerful than marketing,” and she believes in being a magnet vs a Bullhorn to truly connect with your tribe. As a social media strategist, Jessika founded NOW Marketing Group in 2010 with only a laptop and a vision. The company is now a Forbes recognized Agency Partner and a certified inbound partner with Hubspot. NOW Marketing Group works with more than 100 clients across United States and beyond, choosing to serve – not sell. As a relationship marketing evangelist, Jessika also founded Magnet Marketers and The Relationship Marketing System, membership sites that provide curriculum to help businesses grow. Jessika also teaches comprehensive Relationship Marketing, presents in a weekly videocast “Magnet Marketers” and hosts one of the largest social media Midwest conferences, Social Media Week Lima. Here are some of the key points of this interview: - Why it’s difficult to foster authentic relationships in today’s market - How to grow a word-of-mouth based business - The best question to ask yourself when creating a customer experience - How to clarify your brand message Show Notes: Jessika’s marketing website: https://nowmarketinggroup.com

Creating Authentic Customer Relationships

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Natasha Botbijl discusses her experience with Post Partum Depression and how she used her story to help transform others. Join Marlo and Natasha as they break down the importance of aligning with someone who has had similar experiences in order to navigate a path to success. Learn about the resources and events Natasha has created to make an impact with women entrepreneurs and those struggling with mental health issues. I am an Inspirational Speaker, Author, & Success Creator. I work with women on going deep into their subconscious and extracting exactly what blocks they may be having and then on overcoming the barriers and building bridges where the gaps of fear, guilt, and uncertainty rest in a creative and fun way that feels less like deep work and more like an adventure. Here are some of the key points of this interview: - The impact of realizing your own potential - How mental health impacts your goals - Why research is vital to life improvement - Natasha’s advice for people struggling with negative past experiences Show Notes: Natasha’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourgrowthmentor/ Natasha’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y4XXMP7/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

Overcoming Negative Life Experiences

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Dr. Rachel MK Headley dives into the science behind change and how it impacts us as entrepreneurs and humans. Join Marlo and Rachel as they break down the different change types and how each type of person plays a vital role in team and organization building. Rachel also discusses her journey through change and how being an entrepreneur has impacted her. Dr. Rachel MK Headley is a Mensa PhD and former lead scientist of the operational Landsat satellite mission, with over two decades of experience leading complex and groundbreaking achievements, managing big projects, uniting diverse international stakeholders, and guiding teams through change. Rachel is the Senior Partner of the Rose Group, Int'l and has co-created IP around change implementation and Change Types. Here are some of the key points of this interview: - What are key change types and how do they impact you. - How change impacts you based on what type you are. - The science behind making multiple changes at once. - How your future goals impact your current situation. Show Notes: Rachel’s Forbes site: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/people/rachelmkheadley/#52e20aba30d7 Change Type Assessment: rosegroupinpl.com/the-quiz Rachel’s TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LjRBr_C-wc

The Science of Change

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Jeff Hobbs reveals the power of risk taking and overcoming challenges in today’s world. Marlo and Jeff discuss how Jeff overcame Cerebral palsy to become a marathon runner, and how he dealt with rejection, adversity, and discouragement from coaches and health professionals. Born with cerebral palsy and a love of sports, Jeff Hobbs grew up dreaming of becoming an athlete. Due to countless rejections, including those from his own family and a “no cut” football team, Jeff spent much of his youth on the sidelines. Ever persistent, Jeff ultimately earned his chance to compete; since then he has been shattering stereotypes and breaking down barriers! He is the first person with quadriplegia to compete in the Chicago Marathon, which was documented in "GUTS: The Jeff Hobbs Story," as filmed by Comcast SportsNet Chicago. As a motivational speaker. Jeff teaches us to embrace struggles, conquer obstacles, and grow our mentality. Here are some of the key points of this interview: • Jeff’s journey to becoming a marathon runner • How the word “tenacity” has impacted Jeff’s life • How he reframes discouragement • Why losses are not a negative event Show Notes: Jeff Hobbs’ website: http://jeffhobbs.org/ Connect with Jeff on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffhobbsmotivationalspeaker/ Jeff’s TEDx Talk “Winning From Last Place” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKnueWskP14

Learning To Take A Risk

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Jenny Chadima brings light and purpose to podcast. Jenny opens up about her journey to entrepreneurialism by way of addiction and loss, as well as how she found her purpose in community-centered work. Jenny Chadima is a community centered professional and founder of Be The Light Yoga & Wellness. Her donation-based yoga classes and community-fostering events are focused cultivating love and unity in the Cedar Rapids community. Listen to the episode to find out more about: - How Jenny began her journey to sobriety and identified her entrepreneurial purpose - How she incorporates Christianity and yoga into her professional life - Jenny’s best advice on taking care of yourself

A Journey To Purpose

Are you looking to revamp your resume and highlight your story, not just your skills? On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Career Coach Kyle Elliot breaks down the importance of standing out in sea of applicants while hunting for a new position and what it takes to take your resume to the next level. Marlo and Kyle talk about confidence, authenticity, and why young entrepreneurs are poised to make a difference in today’s workforce. In this episode you will learn: - Why Kyle has a passion for helping people - How to engage with a group of introverts - How to connect with your ideal career - The number one piece of advice Kyle has for finding your passion More about Kyle: Kyle’s goal is simple - to help people find jobs they LOVE. Most often, people find themselves using his services when they need help navigating career and life transitions. This help takes many forms, from Career and Life Coaching to resumes and cover letters. Since 2013, he has helped more than 500 clients achieve success. Beyond one-on-one coaching, he is an award-winning workshop facilitator, trainer and guest speaker. He has presented to diverse audiences on topics that include career development, work/life blend, self-care, LGBT+ advocacy and mental illness on college campuses. He possesses a Master of Public Administration from the Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy & Governance at University of Washington and a Bachelor of Science in Health Education from San Francisco State University. He is also an official member of the invite-only Forbes Coaches Council as well as a Certified Health Education Specialist. You can learn more about Kyle and his Starbucks addiction at CaffeinatedKyle.com.

Finding A Career With Passion

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Marlo discusses the value of self confidence and conversations around diversity in the workplace with Manpreet Dhillon. Manpreet explores the importance of being confident as a leader, fostering a space of inclusivity in the workplace, and how shifting into a mindset that trusts the journey is pivotal to success. During this interview you will learn: - How to correct an unconscious bias in the hiring process - The importance of being a role model for others - How Imposter Syndrome impacts women in the workplace Manpreet Dhillon is a dynamic leader with over 15 years in senior management and consultant roles who is able to negotiate powerful strategic alliances through open communication and a “win-win” attitude, successfully transform organizational cultures resulting in increased growth and profitability and improved business processes through strategic planning and execution. With a leadership style that promotes a positive team atmosphere focusing on empowering and developing potential, very adept at developing superior relationships and team creation/mentoring. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, consistently deliver results through designing, documenting, auditing and successfully integrating innovative programs with existing policies and procedures. Visit her website and receive your guide to feminine leadership at www.vezacommunity.com

Leading A Diverse And Inclusive Team

On this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Marlo discusses innovation and the process of creating an interactive assessment with technology expert Aaron Proietti. Aaron is behind the technology of The Maverick Assessment which allows you to identify your strongest business trait and which entrepreneurial group you fall into: Player, Champion, or Maverick. During this interview you will learn: - The importance of being open to change in business - “The best point in my career was when everything was rearranging around me.” - How Marlo and Aaron collaborated to create The Maverick Assessment

Creating The Maverick Assessment

In this episode of 22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo, Marlo and Mark discuss the necessity of defining your purpose and living in collaboration with others and why Marlo wrote The Making of a Maverick. Author of It Takes 2. Surviving Breast Cancer: A Spouse’s Story, and the blog It’s About… Life & The Sunday Series, Mark focus on impacting others though a combination of inspiration from his own story, and telling the stories of others. “Everyone has a purpose,” Brodinsky states, “everyone has a why.” Mark Brodinsky has a singular mission: to positively impact the lives of a billion people. Through his words, his heart, his insight, his dedication to personal development and helping others to become the very best version of themselves, he believes we can change the world. “The only people who ever do are the ones crazy enough to believe they can.” Here’s what you can learn in this interview: - What it means to empower others - Who is a Maverick? - How Marlo creates Mavericks - The process of writing The Making of a Maverick - How Marlo adopted the mantra “a setback is a setup for a comeback.” Order your copy of The Making of a Maverick here: bit.ly/MaverickMovement

The Heart of The Making of a Maverick

A chief inspirational officer (CIO) is the highest-ranking motivational expert in a company, and their main responsibilities include the development of people through high-level strategies focused on value, talent and self-worth. People matter. Self-worth matters. Time matters. When it all aligns, everything works.

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22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo

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