Work From Your Happy Place With Belinda Ellsworth

Most people are overwhelmed. They’ve lost their motivation for doing anything. Especially since COVID, many people are still in limbo-land with their businesses, and they haven't really been inspired to focus and take action again.There are people who are redefining themselves, making new decisions, and taking new career paths, but lots of people are also just stuck right now. They’ve lost their passion for whatever they were doing and don’t know which direction to go in now.The primary reason for this is paralysis is not being able to make a clear and concise decision.Don't let life's detours stop you from finding your happy place.In this episode, I talk about the 5 D’s of success that have helped me in my own success journey.Key Learnings from this episode:The importance of making clear and concise decisions in order to achieve success.The need to redefine what success looks like in order to achieve it.The importance of taking daily actions in order to achieve success.About the Host -Belinda Ellsworth is a

Sometimes, life can put you in a position where your entire world has been turned upside down. You may feel hopeless and like there is no way to go on, and you may feel unworthy of ever being happy again. After a lifetime of following the rules, working hard, and living within your means, an illness or disability can take away everything you have pursued and you’re forced to start over.We must learn how to overcome these adversities in order to grow into the best version of ourselves and rise above the storms of life! We can do this by recognizing that we are resilient and strong enough to overcome the difficulties in our lives.In this episode, Tim Hightower, a 10-year NFL veteran, businessman, best-selling author, and philanthropist, talks about how you can rise above your storms. Get empowered to make a significant difference in the quality of your life and the lives of others.“Failures, challenges, and hurdles are a part of life. Since we cannot get away from them, we learn to live with them.” Snapshot of

Networking is the key to success in every career or business, but what happens if you are not an incredible keynote speaker who meets a ton of people at events? It can become hard to make friends and even harder to build your network.As we get older, friendships become harder to form, and we lose more friends than we create. But we need them more than ever when we’re starting a business, growing our careers, or launching a practice. Our friends are our supporters. They are our cheerleaders and help us meet new people and build and expand our networks.Most new job opportunities and new relationships don’t come from our best friends. They come from our network of acquaintances, weak ties, or loose connections. Holding a party will help you build your network of acquaintances and connections that can help you build your career and grow your business.    In this episode, Nick Gray, the author of 2-Hour Cocktail Party, talks about all things parties, networking, and how you can build strong relationships.“The more

Everyone has a talent, but it’s not always easy discovering it, honing in on it, and crafting it into something that can be created and shared with others. Once we figure out what that talent is, we may want to make it happen, we may try to make it happen, but we often time end up failing to make it happen. Victor will share how you can find your sweet spot as an artist with the right mindset and self-discovery.To develop the right mindset, one must first discover who they are and what is important to them. With this knowledge, they can set goals aligning with their values. This self-discovery will help them be more successful in life, relationships, business & more.In this episode, Victor Varnado, a comedian, New Yorker cartoonist, and filmmaker who has created and produced for Comedy Central, TruTV, VH1, and NERDIST, talks about how he became a successful artist in film production. He paints the picture of why trial and error were the greatest hallmarks of his success and why you should strive to fail a

So often, we feel intimidated and fearful when starting something new. If other people aren’t doing it, it can feel impossible to achieve. So many of us are afraid to try something new, it’s easy to let that stop us from trying. But moving past your fears and doing it anyway is the key to success. The path will be difficult and imperfect, but that is part of the learning process and the rewards are so worth it.Making your passion possible is all about taking action, making mistakes, refining your technique, and figuring out how to improve your strategy the next time you do it. Start by doing your due diligence and research to test what people care about and what they are looking for to ensure that your idea is profitable before taking the leap. Your business is your baby, so you want to ensure you know what you're getting into. In the beginning, you will probably have to wear all the hats, but learning to ask for help as you progress is what will help you move your business forward. Knowing what you are good

So many of us feel conflicted and unhappy with the way we lead at work. Being the leader you were designed to be should not be a struggle.It is an opportunity to let people see that you can love your work and family and use the skills you bring to positively impact the lives of people around you.Leadership exists for others. It is lived on the inside and manifested in the action of our work. This means we need to know ourselves before we can lead with authenticity. We must understand what it takes to lead and be willing to play our part. We owe leadership a lot more than just showing up to give our best in our work. We should rise together by helping others and supporting our colleagues. That being said, we are not defined by our work and success alone. Leadership, whether in fundraising, business, or any other area, is a happy place when you keep your focus on your “why.” Doing this will help you make meaningful progress in whatever you’re doing, and ensure that you’re doing it with the people with whom you

Tapping into your passion and taking your creativity in different directions allows you to embrace the changes and the seasons in your life. Doing what interests you now and pursuing what inspires you enables you to be adaptable and do things that work with your lifestyle at the moment. Working on your passion is all about getting yourself out there, allowing yourself to make mistakes, and connecting with your audience to deliver value. The internet has made it easier than ever to gain the traction you need to be a successful small business owner and create a living out of your dream. So many business owners opt to promote themselves and sell through social media vs. having a small storefront, which has given them much more success. However, in order to be successful with this, you have to be flexible with your strategy as the platforms are constantly evolving and changing.In this episode, Michelle Mackay, an illustrator, artist, and crafter, talks about her talent. She also explains how you can live your dre

What can we do to have a much more positive experience in our cars and make traveling easier?We often use our cars for carpool while taking kids to school, for traveling to the office, for taking us on vacation, and many for many other things. However, it can be very frustrating when our cars are disorganized, and we can’t find the things we are looking for. Keeping our cars neat and organized for everyone, including our kids, will make traveling easier and more fun.In this episode, I share the steps you can take to keep your car neater and make traveling easier for your entire family.  "Get in the habit of checking how you are doing once a month and what you want to replace in your car for creating a better experience in your car.” Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[01:56] Why our cars are important and how it can be frustrating when they are disorganized[02:26] Things that you can do to make your experience better for you and your entire family [06:16] The filing basket that helped me in handling

Making decisions is all about moving toward your future self. However, your past and the present can keep you from evolving into the next version of yourself. Accessing your future self is important when making decisions, and it allows you to connect and move towards the feeling and reality that comes with fulfilling your dream.You will not always want to make a decision or put in consistent effort, but recognizing that we are all humans with a whole range of emotions and going for it anyway is a big win. When you make the decision, you have your own back, giving you a new level of confidence. There is no failure in making that decision; there is only winning or learning, which brings confidence, commitment, consistency, and accountability in getting the results.In this episode, Andrea Liebross, a certified business and life coach, talks about decision-making and how you can leverage your decisions to level up and scale to your next level of growth. She also expounds on how it can help you build and increase

In business, especially the art industry, we face a lot of rejections, and it is easy to get ahead of ourselves or think that we cannot get where we want to be. However, when you are resilient, focused, and true to yourself, your dreams will come true in a way you might not expect, which can be more special than what you would have created for yourself. Sometimes we don’t see ourselves at different levels of success because of what people say and perceive about us. But taking power out of other people's hands and owning our own identity, regardless of how others see us, will empower us and change how we walk into a room.In this episode, Broadway actor Ashley Blanchet talks about how to step into your power as a woman (and a black woman) and how to own the your power and the things that make you different instead of shying away from them and trying to hide them from people. “People are all over watching, and if you have the integrity to do good works no matter what, it will come back around.” Snapshot of the K

Do you want your children to have a successful morning routine? Do you dread the mornings because of the chaos that comes with getting your kids ready for school? If so, you're not alone.But there are some things you can do to make the morning routine easier for everyone. In this episode, my focus is on helping parents get their kids off to school on time. I know from personal experience that it can be a challenge to keep up with a morning routine, especially when you have kids.Key Learnings from the Episode:How to make the morning easier for parents with school-aged childrenTips for getting kids off to school on time.How to keep kids' homework organizedAbout the Host -Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and PodcasterShe has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars of Su

We live in the age of information. Today you can go online, search for how to play banjos in the style of the Northwest or in North Carolina, and learn it. Traditionally, you had to physically find the people playing and spend some time with them to learn, but not anymore. However, with so much information, it’s easy to lose sight of the artists. So make sure you find the people who are actually playing and ensure whatever self-education you’re doing is supplemented with actual relationships. There is so much that can be transmitted through the relationship that cannot be transmitted in any other way. In this episode, Max Wareham, a banjo player, shares his journey in music and the lessons he has learned in his mastery process. Your dream in music, banjo, or guitar mastery is valuable, and it’s worth spending the time to make it happen.“It’s easy to lose sight, but it all comes back to the people and relationships.”Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:34] Max shares how he got started and where he

Doing what you love, applying your creativity and curiosity, and being fearless in everything you do, whether starting a business, getting an idea, or exploring it, can help you take move forward in your career.Creative people are bound to face failures. That’s inevitable. But you need to be willing to fail and be a risk taker. Not allowing yourself to get stuck when you do have a failure, but instead focusing on bouncing back & trying new things will make your success journey easier and faster.In this episode, Kristina Snyder, CEO of Snyder, one of the world's best-known artist representation agencies, shares her story of how she found her way to success through creativity, curiosity, and risk-taking.“There is no failure; there are adjustments and recalculating.”Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[01:58] Kristina talks about her journey to becoming one of the world's best-known and most respected artist representation agencies. She also talks about what the word “parlé” means and why it is one o

Are you dealing with any of this?Not being able to find things when neededFeeling overwhelmed by the amount of work you have to do each dayNot being able to stick to a routineAn unorganized mailbox and papers could be the reasons behind those issues.When your inbox and files are cluttered, it can easily become overwhelming, and sometimes you inadvertently miss critical messages or follow up commitments.If you have been struggling to keep up with your bills and manage your papers and emails, you're not alone and this episode is for you.In this episode, I share three tips that will help to organize your paper piles and sort your emails so that you only have to touch them once.Key learnings from the Episode:How to sort your email into three piles that can help you save timeWhat do you do next once you have sorted your emailsHow to keep your inbox declutteredHow to sort your papers into four basketsAbout the Host -Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and PodcasterShe has been a profession

Empathy in business helps you provide better solutions and build long-lasting relationships with your customers.When your products and services are focused on the solutions your target audience is looking for; you get to build stronger emotional connections with your audience.When Jamie Hodari couldn't find a professional workspace for an important meeting, he was inspired to create Industrious, a company that provides high-end, flexible workspaces for people all over the country. In this episode, Jamie Hodari talks about how the ability to empathize with their customers and understand what they need has been the key to their business success.Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:02] Jamie shares the background story of his company, Industrious. He talks about how his business has grown during COVID.[09:38] Jamie talks about the skillsets that helped him to build and run a successful business.[11:46] Jamie shares three tips for staying productive and getting the utmost outcome.[19:30] Jamie reflects

Through travel, you open the door to embrace new experiences and re-emerge as a new individual.Going on a vacation helps you to stay away from your familiar routine and shift your life. The experiences you get from traveling can be life-changing.Whenever you are doubtful about the right way forward or find your daily schedule overwhelming, the best thing you can do is to take a break from your everyday life and go on an adventure.Such trips not only help you to rejuvenate, but it also helps you to rediscover yourself. You get to learn and experience something new about yourself and also get an opportunity to sharpen your skills.In this episode, Geetika Agrawal discusses the need to go on a vacation. She also talks about how she helps people to rediscover themselves by going on a vacation with an artist.“A perfect vacation is a perfect time to connect and find yourself.”Snapshots of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:52] Geetika shares her background story and what motivated her to start the company, Vacation

Owning a business is great, but making your business gain a good reputation, stand out in the marketplace, and sustainable in a competitive environment is a tall order for most entrepreneurs. As an entrepreneur or up and coming business owner, there are key elements that you must consider to remain relevant in your niche. And how can you archive and learn all these components? In this episode, Travis Rosbach talks about his success journey, accomplishments, and challenges. His success story will motivate your entrepreneurial journey and positively affect your approach to your business. “The books you are reading now will build the future you.”Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:28] Travis shares his background story. How was he drawn to the business side?[09:47] Why is it important to stay curious? Travis talks about how curiosity influenced his success.[11:41] Travis digs deep into his superpowers and their influence on his success journey.[14:37] Travis expounds on the success journey of the hyd

Every working woman essentially has two jobs, and both demand equal time and attention. There’s her actual job, with all of the demands her work places on her, and then there’s her personal life and all of the demands of managing a home and family With so many roles and duties, finding enough time to get both jobs done well can sometimes become challenging. But with proper planning and some time-saving hacks, it’s possible to stay balanced and have enough time to live your best life in both roles.Food preparation is one of the biggest activities that eats up a lot time every week.Think about:How much time you spend planning your meals for the day and how much time you spend preparing meals daily. If you’re like most women, it’s a lot of time and effort.Well-planned meals save time and stress, making meal preparing easier.Preparing your meals in advance not only saves you time, but also helps you to stay healthy.In today’s busy world, where we have to be on our toes all the time, we need to ensure that we util

It’s every artist's dream to build a lasting legacy, but few artists actually do. Those who do differentiate themselves from other artists because they consider their art as not just art, but also as a business.You can be excellent at what you do, but if you fail to monetize it and build your empire, your success will always be limited.Mastering your craft as an artist is important, but knowing how to promote it to the right audience is crucial to your success.In this episode, Lisa Robbin Young talks about how you can become a successful artist and live a lasting legacy that future generation will treasure."To become a successful artist, you first must overcome something that is stopping you from taking action."Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:180 Lisa shares her background story and talks about how she started her musical journey.[04:12] Why do most artists struggle with the business side of art? How to shift their mindset.[07:22] Lisa shares three tips on how to become a successful artist.[10

When it comes to time management, I often share tips on managing your work better in order to become more productive. But not many people talk about how to be more organized at home or in other areas of your life. Our work is just one part of our life. If we want to save time and be productive, we must also ensure that our time is well managed in the other areas of our life as well.If you think carefully, you will find that most of the time, you run out of time because your time was wasted on something mundane. Maybe breakfast preparation took longer than usual or you couldn’t find your watch and spent time looking for it. Maybe you can’t find your car keys before leaving home in the morning. Now think about the time you spend looking for them and the irritation and frustration that goes along with being late for work or an important meeting because of it.In this episode, I share a simple, time-saving tip that has helped me save time and eliminate frustrations before stepping out of the house.We cannot manage