Chats With Gigi

Psychedelics, microdosing, all hot topics these days. We're breaking it down with a pro. Paul F. Austin is an entrepreneur, psychedelic facilitator, microdosing expert, and author. He is the founder of Third Wave, a trusted, research-based psychedelics education and community platform featuring psychedelics guides, courses, podcasts, blog content, etc.Through his initial seven-month microdosing protocol, Paul experienced the tangible benefits of microdosing LSD, including accelerated learning, easier access to flow states, and a deeper sense of presence. Taught by over 10+ years of psychedelic use, Paul views psychedelic integration as a learned skill, one refined through intention, mentorship, and courageous exploration.He believes mastering this skill will be crucial in the story of humanity’s present-future evolution.Show LinksJoin our Seizing Happy Hybrid Community: www.seizinghappy.com/community Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @Cha

After 20 years in radio and television, I know a thing (or hundreds) about pitching and getting featured. I have been on both sides of that equation and I know what works and what doesn't. In this episode I'm breaking down the details of what I teach in the beta launch of my Media Marketing Mastermind starting Jan 11th and running live for 6 weeks. Doors are open and seats are already filling up. If you use the code CHATSPODCAST you can save $200. I can't wait to see you inside! Show LinksJoin our Seizing Happy Hybrid Community: www.seizinghappy.com/community Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

On this episode the Traveling Trademark Lawyer, Mari Ribeiro, joins GiGi Diaz to talk about the most powerful of protecting your brand and, thus, your business. Mari is a savvy trademark lawyer for savvy entrepreneurs who value their brand. Mari helps business owners legally own and monetize their brand. Specifically serving entrepreneurs with a “lifestyle” business, Mari runs her own “lifestyle” law firm by travelling full time with her dog Frisbee. Currently based in Dubai, she is breaking the mold of how a traditional lawyer serves her clients by leveraging technology and her expertise to educate, empower and inspire business owners. Mari also serves as a lifestyle coach and strategic consultant for millennial entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals to elevate their lifestyle and propel their business forward. Personally, Mari is an avid yogi, enjoys hikes and reading books on personal development. She also studies astrology and metaphysics to be a light for herself and other around her.Show LinksDownl

They say hindsight is 20/20 and since I have 20 years of hindsight I want to share with you the 7 things I wish I knew when I strated this beautiful and wild entrepreneurial journey 20 years ago. Which of these 7 resonated with most with you! Join the conversation on our new Instagram @chatswithgigipodcastShow LinksGet your free money management resource from Rise Up Bookkeeping at www.riseupbookkeeping.comJoin our Seizing Happy Hybrid Community: www.seizinghappy.com/community Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Trauma can be caused by more than mental and physical abuse, PTSD or tragic moments in life. Trauma can happen in much more subtle ways that equally impact our psyche and affect our personal and professional life. In this episode, Margarita C. Lopez, LMHC, CCTP will teach us about how Trauma You Don't Know You Have Could Be Affecting Your Business. Margarita is a helper, a rescuer, a restorer. She didn’t just land in psychology either. She endured some of her own traumas, healed them and then set off on a mission to bring safety to others. That’s how her practice, National Therapeutic Alliance was born. Once she defined her purpose, she knew what role she was going to play in the world. Thus, she set off to work as a trauma therapist with a mission to help people learn how to live a fulfilling life post trauma. Margarita believes in a restorative approach to healing trauma. A combination between mind, body and soul healing practices.During her 11 years in the field, Margarita has found that taking a slightly

As entrepreneurs the desire for growth is always present. There's a need to meet the next threshhold, break the next barrier, scale, scale, scale. But in this solo episode, our host, Branding and Business Coach GiGi Diaz is going to share three instances in which you should STOP scaling your business. Show Links:Join our Seizing Happy Hybrid Community: www.seizinghappy.com/communityProtect your empire with Yamelys Santana State Farm https://www.myagentys.com/Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

The concept of women empowerment has created a global movement that has driven many women to tap into their full potential and get out of their comfort zone. But has this concept evolved to do the oppositve of what it intended? Is Women Empowerment Actually Disempowering?Today's guest is Diana Perkovic. She's the founder of Good Girl Mafia, a female empowerment company, where "women supporting women" is more than just a cool catch phrase, it's a way of being. As an experienced Empowerment Coach, Diana has come to understand that the way to achieve empowerment amongst women is to cultivate, grow and unleash personal empowerment in one woman at a time. Diana knows firsthand what it's like to be perceived as confident and empowered, while feeling like the complete opposite. Confident enough to interview stars like Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Cary and Mary J Blige on live TV, yet still …disempowered. She couldn't make the life changes that were needed. Diana managed to get unstuck, pivot and thrive… fully empowered. N

Today's guests are powerhouse women who came together to bring their collective experince and wisdom into one small and mighty book that made Best Seller in four categories in just 48 hours of being published. The categories are:Small Business & SellingPersonal Success & Spirituality ConsultingWomen & Business These are definitely areas we focus on in our Seizing Happy Tribe and that's why I HAD to have this book in our Readers Circle! Lisa Cox is the CEO of Live Clean Lisa and is well known throughout the home-based direct sales and social retail industry for her experience, knowledge and passion for improving the lives of others. The gift of having the flexibility to raise their two beautiful and successful daughters motivated her to inspire others to chase their ultimate financial and time freedom life. She's a multimillion dollar earner and an advocate for health, fitness, laughter and clean living. Erin Lopez is a wife, a mother and entrepreneur behind A Lopez Lifestyle. A well sought after s

You hear it all the time "it take a village" but host GiGi Diaz disagrees and, in this episode, she shares why. Show Links:Join our Seizing Happy Hybrid Community: www.seizinghappy.com/community Protect your empire with Yamelys Santana State Farm https://www.myagentys.com/Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

In this solo episode we dive into the Becoming HER trend and all my feelings about how this wording, along with some other common phrases, is ruining your self image and maybe even your ability to grow. Show Links:Protect your empire with Yamelys Santana State Farm https://www.myagentys.com/Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

If you feel like your business is "your baby" and you care so very much for it, this is the episode for you. It's quite possible that how much you care is detrimental to your growth. Sounds crazy, I know, but we promise, this is a juicy episode. One of those that makes you think deep. Show Links:Protect your empire with Yamelys Santana State Farm https://www.myagentys.com/Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Yeah we wanna break six figures. Heck, maybe you wanna break seven figures! Get it queen!!! But is focusing only on what you wanna make costing you thoughsands? That's we're talking about today. Sure, bookkeeping isn't as sexy as some other business topics but it's more important than most other business topics and here on the Chats with GiGi Podcast we focus on what's important, not just on what's fun. Our guest is a pro at bookkeeping and a total powerhouse. Aileen Martinez graduated from FIU at 22 with an MBA specializing in data analytics and has over 6 years of experience working in accounting and bookkeeping. She also has advanced certifications from QuickBooks Online and is an Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional. She knows firsthand how stressful running a business can be and the dread of the never-ending to-do list. She started Rise Up Bookkeeping to allow business owners to finally stop stressing about their books and run their businesses confidently knowing their records are perfect.Show Links

If the thought of speaking on a stage in front of hundreds or thousands of people sends chills down your spine, despite the power of public speaking, this is an episode you cannot miss. Caroline Goyder has an international reputation for her work as a Speaker, Best Selling Author and Coach. Her TEDx on 'The Surprising Secret to Speaking with Confidence' has been viewed 9.5 million times and rising. Her most recent book Find Your Voice unpacks and develops the secrets for speaking with confidence explored in her hit TEDX talk.Caroline is a sought after expert speaker and trainer by senior management within high profile organisations as well as private individuals.Caroline worked for over a decade at the celebrated Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London as a voice coach. She has a degree in English Literature from St John's College, University of Oxford. Caroline speaks at Youtube, Facebook, Amazon, Harvard Business School Alumni, Henley Business School, School of Life and London Business Forum. Cli

Your voice is powerful and needed. You story deserves to be heard, especially when you share it with the intention to help others heal and grow. Speaking Your Truth is essential and you deserve to do it. But is there ever a time when Speaking Your Truth is NOT the best option? That's what we explore in this solocast with host GiGi Diaz. Your thoughts on this topic are appreciated! Share them with us on any of our social media platforms listed below. Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Get your free money management resource from Rise Up Bookkeeping at www.riseupbookkeeping.comFollow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagram @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Your symptoms are your body speaking to you. In learning to listen closely, to tune into your body's energy and communication style, author Ellen Meredith believes we can heal ourselves. Her book, Your Body Will Show You the Way focuses on teaching us exactly how to accomplish this powerful but simple skill. Ellen Meredith is the author of Your Body Will Show You the Way and The Language Your Body Speaks. She has been in practice since 1984 as an energy healer, conscious channel, and medical intuitive, helping over ten thousand clients and students worldwide. As an energy medicine practitioner, Ellen helps clients engage with the body’s energies to activate healing. She teaches energy medicine courses on the Shift Network and has served on the faculty of energy medicine pioneer Donna Eden since 2010.Contact Ellen Meredith: http://www.ellenmeredith.com.Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)

In this solocast GiGi Diaz dives into when is the right time to hire a coach in business and how to know which type of coach and level of coaching investment is right for you. Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Boost your health with Island Sips Juice and Salads www.islandsips.comFollow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platformsFollow the Chats with GiGi podcast onInstagran @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Lisa Genova graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in Biopsychology and has a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Harvard University. Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, she is the New York Times bestselling author of novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O’Briens, and Every Note Played. Julianne Moore won the Best Actress Oscar for her role in the film adaptation of Still Alice. Film adapations for Every Note Played, Inside the O’Briens and Left Neglected are in production.Lisa’s first work of nonfiction, Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting was an instant New York Times bestseller. Lisa’s TED talks on Alzheimer’s and memory have over 10 million views.Connect with Lisa on Instagram: @authorlisagenovaShow Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Boost your health with Island Sips Juice and Salads w

For better or worse, our ego often drives us and we lead with our own needs and wants over leading with the value we can bring. When it comes to B2B - Business to Business - transactions, leading with value is key. It should be the focus when dealing with clients also, but this episode is focused specifically on B2B. This episode is for those entrepreneurs who want to speak on others' stages and be featured on others' platforms. Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Boost your health with Island Sips Juice and Salads www.islandsips.com Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platforms Follow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagran @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Surrender. We hear this word so much but what does it mean in business?⁠⁠But how do you tell someone who's out to build an empire to "surrender" without making them cringe? ⁠How can a word that often causes us to feel powerless, like we've given up actually make us stronger entrepreneurs with more clarity and control over our businesses? This solo podcast with host GiGi Diaz dives into this topic and plays with the idea that surrender can make up better entrepreneurs. Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Boost your health with Island Sips Juice and Salads www.islandsips.com Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platforms Follow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagran @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

Not all lead generation options are necessary or ideal for every business. While podcasting is a great tool, it's not for everyone and it can quickly become a burden to start a podcast if it's not the right fit for your business. This episode dives into how to determine if podcasting should be added to your business structure or not. Got questions? Send them our way via IG @ChatswithGiGiPodcast Show Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive) Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platforms Follow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagran @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!