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• Breaking Through Self-Imposed Limits: Sales, Success, and Identity | Elyse Archer

  What if chasing traditional success is actually holding you back from real fulfillment? Elyse Archer hit all the markers: top sales, a dream house, a picture-perfect life, yet found herself anxious, empty, and stuck. It took hitting a personal crossroads to realize that true transformation starts with rewriting your own story.As a sought-after sales and business mindset coach, Elyse Archer guides entrepreneurs and high performers to master their inner game, build authentic brands, and shift their relationship with money. She’s the founder of Supersize Life and a dynamic voice in the growth space.In this episode, Elyse Archer joins Kevin St. Clergy for a candid conversation about breaking free from self-imposed limitations, selling from wholeness, and the pivotal power of living a life true to yourself – not one defined by others’ expectations.In this episode, Kevin and Elyse will discuss:(04:21) Embracing change and growth(09:18) Redefining success and fulfillment(10:55) Aligning mindset for wealth(16:00) Transformational power of inner work(19:25) Breaking barriers and embracing success(21:07) Trust intuition over opinions(25:55) Soul's calling and transformation(29:50) Awareness and embracing growth(33:05) Transforming through positive identity(36:54) Inner child work transformation(38:49) Own your success confidently(42:30) How Elyse 10X’d her growth in six weeksElyse Archer is the founder of Superhuman Selling and She Sells, helping entrepreneurs and sales professionals rethink how they sell and grow their income. A Salesforce Top Influencer featured in Forbes and Inc, she teaches clients to sell using their natural strengths while building wealth. Elyse is an international keynote speaker and host of She Sells Radio, sharing insights from high-performing female entrepreneurs and sales leaders.Connect with Elyse:Elyse’s Website: https://elysearcher.com/ Elyse’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elysearcherSuper Human Selling Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/34yp0GfjX1ERkUhKyR8zClShe Sells: https://shesellsremote.com/Superhuman Selling: Resources Mentioned:The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware: https://www.amazon.com/dp/140194065X Amberly Lago: https://amberlylago.com/ From Stuck to Breakthrough:Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? Join the From Stuck to Breakthrough challenge.This FREE, five-day live experience will help you uncover hidden solutions to your toughest challenges—whether it’s in your business, health, wealth, or relationships.Sign up today at blindblaming.com.

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• Success Without More: The Power of Letting Go | Derek Sivers

  Derek Sivers once believed success meant scaling bigger and moving faster. Then he built CD Baby, sold it, and gave the proceeds away – not because he had to, but because he realised enough was already enough.As a writer, entrepreneur and modern business philosopher, Derek has spent years stripping life and business down to their essentials. What remains when you remove ego, growth for growth’s sake, and societal expectation? Clarity. Freedom. The space to choose.In this conversation, Derek joins Kevin St. Clergy to explore why redefining success starts with questioning the stories we've been told. They uncover the cost of distraction, the power of radical focus, and how letting go (not adding more) can lead to bigger breakthroughs.In this episode, Kevin and Derek will discuss:(03:17) Accidental entrepreneurial journey(07:27) Odometer metaphor and purpose(11:31) Turning blame into empowerment(13:36) Control what you can(17:24) Making musicians happy as success(20:38) Card table vs glamorous booths(26:03) Prioritise focus over distraction(27:15) Start with why for happiness(31:20) Stop over-quoting and say it simply(34:26) What truly makes you happy(38:36) Think long-term for longevity(40:01) Broaden identity and embrace growthDerek Sivers is an entrepreneur, writer, and former musician best known for founding CD Baby and donating its multimillion-dollar proceeds to charity. A modern business thinker, he challenges conventional wisdom and advocates for simplicity, intentional living, and purpose-driven work through his bestselling books and global talks.Connect with Derek:Derek’s Website: https://sive.rs/ Resources Mentioned:Can Negotiate Anything by Herb Cohen: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0553281097 Grit by Angela Duckworth: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501111116/ How To Change by Angela Duckworth: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LQZDDDS/ New Happy by Stephanie Harrison: https://www.amazon.com/dp/139872212XStumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400077427/Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0735211736/Outlive by Peter Attia: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593236599 Anything You Want by Derek Sivers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1991153317/ From Stuck to Breakthrough:Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? Join the From Stuck to Breakthrough challenge.This FREE, five-day live experience will help you uncover hidden solutions to your toughest challenges—whether it’s in your business, health, wealth, or relationships.Sign up today at blindblaming.com.

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• Unlearning Silence: Conversations That Transform Confidence | Elaine Lin Hering

  We don’t get stuck because we lack skill; we get stuck because we silence ourselves. Elaine Lin Hering once believed staying quiet kept the peace. But silence has a cost: it shapes who gets heard and who gets overlooked.While studying power and influence at Harvard Law School and Triad Consulting Group, Elaine realised silence isn’t passive, it’s learned and reinforced. Understanding that gives us the choice to speak with intention.In this conversation, Elaine joins Kevin to explore how silence derails tough conversations and why reframing “imposter syndrome” as “imposter treatment” changes how we show up.In this episode, Kevin and Elain will discuss:(04:27) Leadership, teams and impact(08:17) It’s okay not to be okay(10:36) Breaking the silence to communicate clearly(14:34) How to break out of blame loops(17:36) Unlearning silence in organisations(22:41) What do I think and need?(24:05) Rethinking imposter syndrome(27:06) Why miscommunication really happens(33:29) Feedback that fuels growth(36:26) Communicating across differences(39:31) Assessments that set you up for success(41:55) How to structure healthy conversations(45:33) Best books for self-directed learning(47:27) How silence affects relationshipsElaine Lin Hering is a facilitator, speaker, and author who helps people communicate clearly, navigate conflict, and speak up with confidence. She has worked across six continents with organisations such as Google, Nike, American Express, Pixar, and the Red Cross. Previously, she served as Managing Partner at Triad Consulting Group and taught negotiation.Connect with Elain:Elain’s Website: https://elainelinhering.com/Elain’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elainelinhering/ Resources Mentioned:Unlearning Silence by Elaine Lin Hering: https://www.amazon.com/Unlearning-Silence-Speak-Unleash-Talent/dp/0593653602Verbal Judo by George Thompson: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Verbal-Judo-Second-Gentle-Persuasion/dp/0062107704 HBR – Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome: https://hbr.org/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndrome From Stuck to Breakthrough:Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? Join the From Stuck to Breakthrough challenge.This FREE, five-day live experience will help you uncover hidden solutions to your toughest challenges—whether it’s in your business, health, wealth, or relationships.Sign up today at blindblaming.com.

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• The Psychology of Pricing: Business Secrets Every Creative Should Know | Chris Do

  Most creatives don’t struggle because they lack talent – they struggle because they’re held back by limiting beliefs. Chris Do used to rely on creativity alone, assuming the right clients would just find him. Everything changed when he learned how to engage clients, uncover their real problems, and articulate value. The result? Opportunities that tripled his income.In this conversation, Chris joins Kevin to break down the mindset shifts that drive a successful creative business – how to market without feeling salesy, price with confidence, and build genuine trust with clients.In this episode, Kevin and Chris will discuss:(03:59) Teaching over selling on YouTube(08:26) Building success through skills and mindset(11:06) Lesson on understanding clients(13:53) Breaking free from limiting beliefs(18:37) Value depends on perspective(20:59) Ethical sales and problem solving(23:08) Defining the right fit(27:17) Make an effing decision(29:54) Respectful decision making and building alliances(32:16) Building trust through authenticity(37:53) The value of honesty(39:56) Masterclass in therapy and parenting(42:09) Language and connecting minds through timeChris Do is an Emmy Award-winning designer, educator, and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in brand strategy and creative business. As the founder and CEO of The Futur, he has built a global education platform that empowers creatives to monetize their skills and build sustainable businesses. Chris has worked with top brands like Microsoft, Sony, Nike, and Starbucks, and generated over $1 million in digital product sales. Through his work, he’s helped thousands of professionals thrive in today’s creative economy.Connect with Chris:Chris’s Website: thefutur.comChris’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo Chris’s Instagram: instagram.com/thechrisdo Resources Mentioned:Selling with Noble Purpose: How to Drive Revenue and Do Work That Makes You Proudby Lisa Earle McLeod: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1118408098 Action Selling: How to Sell Like a Professional, Even If You Think You Are One by Duane Sparks: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0975356909 The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery by Brianna Wiest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1949759229 From Stuck to Breakthrough:Ready to break free from what’s holding you back? Join the From Stuck to Breakthrough challenge.This FREE, five-day live experience will help you uncover hidden solutions to your toughest challenges—whether it’s in your business, health, wealth, or relationships.Sign up today at blindblaming.com

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• Stop Playing Small: How to Claim Your Space in Leadership and Thrive | Sally Helgesen

  Ever wondered why you're overlooked for leadership roles despite all your hard work? While working with corporate organizations in the 1980s, Sally Helgesen noticed a troubling pattern: talented individuals, particularly women, were often dismissed, and their ideas ignored. Determined to change this, she has spent the past 30 years breaking down barriers to career growth and creating spaces where talent can thrive, regardless of gender. In this episode, Sally joins Kevin to discuss the common habits that hold people back in their careers and how to overcome these barriers to get positioned for leadership opportunities and recognition.Sally Helgesen is an international speaker, coach, bestselling author, and leading expert on women's leadership. With over 35 years of experience, she has worked with global organizations in 37 countries to foster inclusive work cultures.In this episode, Kevin and Sally will discuss:(00:00) Introduction (02:55) Her Path to Leadership: Breaking Barriers in the 80s(05:14) Why Women Struggle to Own Their Achievements(08:33) How to Claim Your Wins Without Bragging(12:47) Why Expertise Alone Won't Get You Ahead(15:13) Building vs. Leveraging Relationships(20:08) The Disease to Please: The Power of Saying “No”(25:47) The Cost of Chasing Perfection(32:35) Leadership Challenges in Today's Workplace(37:18) How Sally Invests in Her GrowthSally Helgesen is an international speaker, coach, bestselling author, and leading expert on women's leadership. With over 35 years of experience, she has worked with global organizations in 37 countries to foster inclusive work cultures. Cited by Forbes as the world’s premier expert on women’s leadership, Sally has been inducted into the Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame for her impact on shaping leadership worldwide. Her book, How Women Rise, identifies key habits holding women back in their careers and offers strategies to overcome them.Connect with Sally:Sally’s Website: sallyhelgesen.com Sally’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sallyhelgesen Sally’s Substack: substack.com/@allrise Resources Mentioned:Sally’s Book, How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job: https://www.amazon.com/How-Women-Rise-Holding-Promotion/dp/0316440124 Sally’s Book, The Female Advantage: Women's Ways of Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/Female-Advantage-Womens-Ways-Leadership/dp/0385419112 The Mountain Is You: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery by Brianna Wiest: https://www.amazon.com/Mountain-You-Transforming-Self-Sabotage-Self-Mastery/dp/1949759229 Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan Martell:

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