Visionary Life - Career| Inspired Living | Entrepreneurship

This episode is for those of you who are new listeners to the Visionary Life Podcast. I've been hosting and producing this show for 2+ years now, but it's not often that I've sat down to share more about my own story with you. Today, I am sharing the journey of how I got to where I am today! From the outside, it may look like I snapped my fingers and created a successful online business, but the journey has been anything but linear... I’ve been at this whole Online Business thing for 4 years! Yes, that’s over 1460 days. Most of which I spent working on my business (I swear, I have friends too. Lol) Tune in to hear more!   -   THANKS TO THIS WEEKS SPONSOR, NO ISSUE. Your business will thrive with standout features like custom printed tape, stickers, wrapping paper and mailing envelopes. Head to noissue.ca to design YOUR custom products! p.s. Use code VISIONARY at checkout for a sweet deal ;) https://www.noissue.ca/   -   CONNECT WITH KELSEY p.s. Whenever you’re ready, here are 3 ways that I can support you Get

I’ll start with something that I saw Netflix post about… To be silent is to be complicit. Black lives matter. We have a platform, and we have a duty to our Black members, employees, creators and talent to speak up. I’ve not been overly vocal, for fear of getting it wrong,⠀ But I also don’t want to stay silent.⠀ I’m sure many of you can echo that sentiment.   It’s not often that I think about my own privilege as a white woman, but then again my daily life protects me from the daily fears that others live with.⠀ To be here… to be comfortable… to be podcasting… that is a privilege. To be here… to be comfortable… to have a platform… that is a privilege. To be here, to be comfortable, to feel safe… that is a privilege. But it shouldn’t just be a privilege that some can tap into. It should be for all. Equity in opportunity to create, to live and to express is deserved by all. I want to meet my vision of helping 7 billion people to live and lead their most visionary life, but we cannot do that without equality I

Do you believe that there’s a correlation between our HEALTH and the success of our BUSINESS? According to today’s guest, Dr. Navaz, there sure is. In fact, he’s lived it. And I couldn’t agree more. Dr. Navaz knows first hand that changing your state of health can drastically change your output as a business owner… When he found himself tipping the scales at 250 pounds, he knew he needed to make a change. He transformed his health and his energy levels over the coming months using several of the strategies that we discuss in today’s episode… and in turn, Navaz also managed to accelerate the growth of this business-- seeing a 100% increase in revenue in just 1 year. Dr. Navaz practices as a Functional Medicine Practitioner - working with a range of clients, including CEOs, entrepreneurs, executives and professional athletes to optimize their health, vitality and performance. He’s also the author of a book called Activate Your Vagus Nerve, which shares information on how to Improve the function of the most imp

4 years ago, I pulled the trigger & left my FT job in pursuit of my own business! It wasn't easy, But it was TOTALLY worth it. Before I had the tough conversation with my boss, I made sure to put a strategic plan in place so that I would be supported and confident as I made this massive shift in my life. I made sure to... Review my current expenses Assess where I could make cuts to my monthly budget Plant seeds for new freelance clients Utilize my skills & strengths to land new part time gigs... But most of all, I had to believe in myself. I had to trust that it WAS possible. If you've been considering a similar pivot, you'll love this episode. Learn more at https://kelseyreidl.com/podcast Connect with me on Instagram https://instagram.com/kelseyreidl

TODAY’S VISIONARY GUEST IS CHRIS GUILLEMET. CHRIS CO-FOUNDED VELOFIX, YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP… ON WHEELS!   I'm willing to bet that you’ve seen their trucks driving around your neighbourhood to service your community members, or fixing bikes at a local race weekend. Velofix has been my go-to bike shop for more than 5 years. As a cyclist & busy entrepreneur, I am on my bike constantly…  but maintenance is not my strong suit. I routinely call my local Velofix Truck, Steve is my guy, and he comes over to give all 3 of my bikes a tune up. It’s seamless. It’s convenient. And it’s such a fun experience to talk to & learn from your mechanic while they work on your bike outside of your home. Chris is SO generous with his knowledge about starting and scaling a business inside this episode, and it was a true pleasure to hear the story behind the brand. He is a true visionary.   IT’S PRETTY NEAT TO IMAGINE A CONVERSATION BETWEEN 3 GUYS, CHATTING OVER BEERS, IN A GARAGE.. TURNED INTO WHAT VELOFIX IS TODAY WHICH IS A

What a crazy past couple of months it has been. After reflecting on my own experiences, I've realized that the highs & lows are not always things we can choose: we can simply embrace the change, move forward with joy and continue to focus on the life we are here to live (aka our most visionary life!) This is what I have chosen amidst the chaos. Has it been easy? No! But I’m choosing to show up as a leader, an encourager & a hugger (I don't even know if those are real words, and I don't care). In this episode, I am sharing an update on what I've been up to over the past few months. My hopes are that you'll find comfort and inspiration in my process of navigating this unsettling time, or simply feel less alone. In this episode I chat about... Why I've been doing daily YouTube and IGTV videos (& whether or not I enjoy it) The 1 thing I've been doing MORE of in my business that has helped me grow exponentially Reasons I've been able to stay positive (& how you can, too) Revenue update for March

Coffee is one of my greatest daily pleasures. Tell me I am not alone… Whether it’s catching up with a friend over coffee, sipping on an espresso pre-workout to boost my energy, or cracking a cold brew as I get into flow state when there’s serious creative work to be done… a cup of GOOD java is a staple in my life, and likely most of yours. That’s why I am so excited to share today’s conversation with Mitchell Stern (Co Founder & VP of Marketing and Sales) for Station Cold Brew Coffee. Station was born to broaden the possibilities of your daily coffee ritual without having to compromise your health. Their Vanilla Cold Brew is seriously next level as a mid-morning pick me up. Trust me. Listen to this weeks episode with Station Cold Brew Co-Founder, Mitch Stern. My awareness of Station goes back almost 6 years to a moment when Dave and I were shopping at a small store in one of Toronto’s West End Neighborhoods.   Upon leaving the store, we were met with one of the most enthusiastic human beings and he was sa

The hand written notes, unsurpassed customer service, the unforgettable brand experience -- all of these factors and more set truLOCAL into a league of their own. When I teach the concept of understanding your businesses Unique Differentiating Factors, or more simply put, the things that make your brand STAND OUT, these are what I’m talking about. truLOCAL is more than just a box of (delicious) meat. It's the community they’ve built, the producers that they work with, the members of their team, and the journey in launching and scaling this epic business - that has truly set them apart. As a long time customer of truLOCALI could not be more thrilled to share this episode with you. My experience with the brand has been nothing short of exceptional, and speaking to co-founder Marc for the first time was no different. Marc drops some amazing wisdom in this episode that I can’t wait for you to hear. We chat about... Why he left his 6-figure "corporate" career to dive into the world of entrepreneurship The roll

As I write you this intro, I am listening to the most beautiful song called “Little Things” by today’s Visionary Guest, Alli Walker. I’m in a complete love-fest with her music right now. Alli is quickly garnering the attention of the country music industry with her unique style of music that she coins 'Mindful Music' and 'Conscious Country' which is authentic and vulnerable storytelling based on mental health subjects, empowering messages, life’s hard lessons, and the tough questions we ask ourselves. Her songs are literally vibrating my soul during this unsettling, challenging, and eerie time of COVID-19. I’ve had my positive days, I’ve had my worried days, but each day… you can bet that music is playing a MASSIVE role in managing my mood. That’s why I am so thrilled to share this episode that I recorded with Alli Walker. It should be noted that this WAS recorded pre-covid. Alli came to my office in Toronto and we recorded side by side, before the social distancing restrictions. Alli may be a musical artist,

LET’S TALK SOCIAL FOR A MINUTE! Have you found that you’ve been spending wayyyy too much time online in the past few weeks? Are you scrolling Instagram 24/7 because now you have no boss to watch over you? Do you want to use your time online more effectively to connect, rather than to creep & consume? If you answered YES to any of the above questions, you’re going to love this episode! Instagram may not be the answer to your problems during this Collective Global Experience, but it can play a massive role in keeping you connected, keeping you sane, and keeping you inspired… AND KEEPING YOUR BUSINESS FIRED UP & PROFITABLE.Since Instagram offers all of us a relatively barrier-free way to share our message to the masses, today is the day to rise up and take full advantage of the features & opportunities! That’s why I brought Instagram Coach Shannon Heth on the Visionary Life Podcast, today. Shannon is an Instagram Marketing Coach who works with female coaches + creatives by helping them step into t

Today, I’m sharing the audio from a recent online masterclass that I hosted on a topic that I am SO passionate about. The topic? Uncovering Your Businesses UNIQUE Marketing Strategy (3 ways to stand out) In this episode I will... 1 - Equip you with the confidence to know WHY customers should spend money with you 2 - Share examples of businesses just like yours, who have intentionally mastered their marketing 3 - Generate ideas in your mind as to how you can STAND OUT right now during this crisis, using Marketing Efforts I hope you enjoy it and as always, if you have questions… please contact me. Sending you SO much love during this time.   --   p.s. Do you want to join The Visionary Social Media Challenge™? Imagine hitting the reset button on your Instagram: unfollowing every single person & committing to starting fresh! Scary thought, right? Here's the thing... You've had your IG account for 5+ years... times have changed! You have changed! Let's hit reset so that we consciously curate a social media fe

Today on the show I’m spotlighting one of our AMAZING visionary community members, Devan Carlsen. Devan is a professional home economist, yoga instructor and wellness educator. She fell in love with Yoga while studying Food & Nutrition at Western University in 2012. Yoga created a stronger, healthier and less-stressed version of herself, and she was inspired to do her 200hr Yoga Training a year later, and has been teaching ever since she graduated. As a registered Professional Home Economist, Devan's goal is to help you live your best life whether that is through yoga, nutrition help or overall wellness counseling. Her latest venture is The Well Bride, online wellness coaching for brides. She’s here to be your coach, cheerleader and butt kick, that you need to reach those wedding day goals CONNECT WITH DEVAN https://www.devancarlsen.com/ She’s been doing IG live yoga classes - https://www.instagram.com/dev_carlsen/ Just a quick note THIS WAS RECORDED PRE-COVID…. So of course, at the time of recording

Vanessa Ortali has been a serial entrepreneur all of her life.  She has always lived for the deeper meaning of life and is adamant on making a genuine contribution to the world around her, even during times of crisis ;) Over her career she has worked with and trained many fortune 500 companies, leaders and celebrities.  She spends much of her time speaking, coaching and expanding her women's community internationally. As a business school graduate, licensed coach, and expert in events, self development, community building, and connecting others, Vanessa founded The Ladies Community (aka TLC) in 2016.  TLC has grown into an international company with more than 20,000+ members in just 3 years. Vanessa's passion, love, optimism and vulnerability will inspire you to connect with your soul and create the life of your dreams while finding inner peace - especially during this time of crisis. I connected with Vanessa when I became a partner of TLC for the 2020 calendar year, where I’m now supporting her incredible

Melissa is a Certified Professional Accountant who helps people take control of their personal finances, slay their debt, & increase their net worth. She’s been known for her budget savviness and passion for numbers, and she loves teaching others the skills to become savvy with their money management. When she’s not crunching numbers, you’ll find Melissa drinking lots of coffee with her three dogs close by. Melissa is also a past VISIONARY Client of mine, and I often refer to her as my “dream client” because she is an ACTION TAKER and built her entire business online in the past few months, without knowing a THING about online marketing when we first began! In this episode, we chat about personal finance management in times of crisis, and I also fielded some questions from our community that I had time to ask to Melissa in our episode. We chat about: What the priority of your expenses should be right now, during the CORONAVIRUS crisis A simple exercise for tracking your Essential Expenses, Your Non

Happy 100 Episodes to the Visionary Life Podcast - Let’s Celebrate! THERE’S AN AMAZING GIVEAWAY HAPPENING RIGHT NOW, IN CELEBRATION OF OUR 100TH EPISODE. See below. Win a $100.00 gift card to Healthy Planet Health Food Store (can shop online or in person) Win a discount code to The June Motel in Prince Edward County (valued at $50.00) Simply head over to my instagram @kelseyreidl to enter In this episode, I begin by sharing how we’re in another situation of “dichotomies” right now... LIFE IS A MIXED-BAG OF HAPPY & SAD, WINS & LOSSES FOR ALL OF US There are days when you attend a funeral in the morning, and then laugh your head off with friends at night There are days when you hit the gym and then binge on pizza at night There are days when you work SO hard on your business, and days when you wish you could go back to a "normal" job There are days when you wake up in a funk, and then end the day feeling like you've conquered the world There are days when you think of lost friends

Combating loneliness, Why Picasso can charge infinite amounts for a painting, Finding true happiness, Sharing your message on stage, Boldly asking for what you want, Making big pivots when you’re scared, THESE ARE THEMES OF MY CONVERSATION WITH DR. GILLIAN MANDICH. Dr. Gillian Mandich has a PhD from Western University in Health Science, and her primary areas of research are happiness and health. She is the founder of The International Happiness Institute of Health Science Research; co-lead investigator of The Canadian Happiness At Work Study; is a part of the Meant2Prevent research team at SickKids; appears regularly in the media on shows such as The Social, Marilyn Denis, Breakfast Television, The Morning Show, and CBC. When I invited Dr. Gillian Mandich to come on the show, I envisioned chatting about How Entrepreneurs Can Cultivate MORE Happiness in their lives, but this conversation is that PLUS so much more. I was first introduced to Gillian when I stumbled upon her podcast 7 or 8 years ago, The Holistic

We're two months into 2020 & I thought that it was a good time to pause on the weekly interviews with Visionary Guests, so that I could give you all an update on how Life, Business & All Things Visionary are going! Does that sounds good? If you like hearing solo episodes, can you let me know? I love recording them for you, but I know that interviews with talented guests are also very valuable. It's hard to know where I should focus more efforts. Reach out to hello@kelseyreidl.com if you have any suggestions for future episodes. On to this weeks episode I'm getting REAL on what's being going on. We're chatting about... January & February in REVUE: we're talking TRAVEL, BUSINESS GROWTH, REVENUE, etc. Why I decided to give up a few things that were no longer serving me My Recent Launch of The VISIONARY METHOD (& how it went) Why I raised my Private Coaching Prices Why I'm loving The Flow Diaries from The Lively Show & how I am incorporating it into my own life The "No Booze" experiment that

Life is good. You’ve got a dream job as the Lead Makeup Artist on one of Canada’s Top Talk Shows…they love you and respect your work and the culture is awesome. Yet, you’ve got this little yearning inside of you that keeps whispering… “life is short….  you’re meant to be doing something else” This is the story of Natalie Matias. Recognized as one of Toronto’s most sought-after beauty professionals, Natalie Matias' experience spans 17 years across multiple platforms. Her incredible talent has earned her the position of Key MUA for numerous national lifestyle programs including The Social and ETalk’s Oscar Red Carpet Special. Over the course of her extensive career, Matias has worked alongside a long list of celebrities (The Weeknd, Jason Derulo) thought leaders (Arianna Huffington, Liz Gilbert) and social influencers (Lauren Toyota). For the past while, Natalie has been challenging the ever evolving concept of "beauty” and she’s been honing her craft as a wellness expert. Natalie co-founded and has led an

Today on the Visionary Life Podcast I am sitting down with Lauralee Sheehan, the founder of Digital 55…. Which is a collective of award-winning designers, developers, researchers, and content strategists working together to create unique, innovative digital interactive products and learning experiences. Lauralee is a design thinker, a digital addict, but above all an artist. With years of experience working in the creative and digital product development sector, Lauralee is a trailblazer in the digital space, pushing forward how creative and tech intersect. She has lead teams on various award-winning projects & her unique background, Previously, Lauralee had her own product line and she owned an indie record label… proving to all of us once again that it’s NEVER too late to pivot & it’s always okay to change industries. One thing that I noticed that Lauralee humbly did NOT have in her bio is that she is an Entrepreneur. And a savvy one, at that! This company is KILLING IT and I love the story of how

The quick…Company: The GistInterviewee: Ellen HyslopTopic: Shares The Story of This Female-Focused Sports Media CompanyLet me set the stage for you..Imagine one night you’re hanging with 2 of your BFF’s, sharing a bottle of wine (or 2 or 3)… and all of the sudden in your drunken conversation, you get a genius idea!You open up a fresh Google Doc… you write everything that the 3 of you are saying down… you feel like you’ve really hit the nail on the head with this idea!HOW HAS NOBODY THOUGHT OF THIS YET? THIS WILL BE THE NEXT MILLION DOLLAR IDEA!Then you head to bed.Upon waking the next morning (with a slight hangover!) you wondering, “was it all a dream… was it really a good idea, like we thought?”You’ll have to tune in to this weeks episode with co-founder of The GIST, Ellen Hyslop, to find out!This is the birth story of The Gist!As a Female-Focused Sports Media Company, The GIST connects and empowers women through sport. They create sports content, experiences and community that are by women and for women, n