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FINE is a 4-Letter Word
"Fine" is a lie leaders tell themselves — and it costs them their people, their culture, and their impact. Every episode, a leader gets honest about what it really takes to lead with empathy, vulnerability, gratitude, and courage… especially when everything isn’t fine. We're sharing how human connection drives innovation, retention, profitability and ultimately, legacy. I trust something in this conversation will stay with you. One thing’s for sure… you’ll never hear—or say—the word “fine” in…
Episodes
FINE is a 4-Letter Word71. (S2E35) Fixing a Broken Model with Keri Sicard
My guest on today’s show is badass business owner Keri Sicard. For several years, Keri commuted 4 to 7 hours A DAY to her job, where she struggled to fit into…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word70. (S2E34) Living a Mindful Midlife with Billy Lahr
From the moment I met Billy Lahr, I knew he would be someone I’d want to stay in touch with. I wish he lived locally so we could hang out together because he…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word69. (S2E33) Learn and Transform with Joe Bravo
Today’s guest is Joe Bravo. As with many of the fantastic people in my network, Joe and I met through LinkedIn. I’m telling you, it’s not just an online resume…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word68. (S2E32) Your Trauma Doesn’t Define You with Jennifer Ramirez
My guest on today’s show grew up in a hostile, abusive environment. So it’s no surprise Jennifer Ramirez developed anger and self-worth issues. She became a…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word67. (S2E31) Gratitude Through Hard Times with Chris Schembra
There's a funny story behind the recording of this episode and a lesson in persistence. Tune in to hear what it is. It’s not everyday you meet someone who’s…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word66. (S2E30) The Minister of Dance with Karen Oeser
Energized is seemingly Karen Oeser’s natural state, as you will hear. A big part of Karen’s story is about turning trauma into triumph. It’s pretty cool to…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word65. (S2E29) Co-Creating with the Infinite with Brian Muka
A special treat for you today with guest Brian Muka. Over the past couple of years, Brian and I have had a number of deep, thought-provoking conversations. We…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word64. (S2E28) People First Mentality with Ashley Harmon
Today you get to hear from Ashley Harmon about the time in her life - after a series of miscarriages - when she was doing ok enough to fool everyone around…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word63. (S2E27) Less Busy, More Intentional with Sedruola Maruska
Today’s awesome guest is Sedruola Maruska. She brings such an amazing energy to this conversation – and to her life overall. We’re talking about questioning…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word62. (S2E26) Help Them Fly with Mike Sackmary
My guest on this episode is Mike Sackmary. And as you’ll hear, he has a great sense of humor. He calls himself a recovering rocket engineer. So it makes sense…
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61. (S2E25) Tolerations
Going solo for today’s episode to talk about tolerations. One definition of toleration is the allowing, permitting, or accepting of an action, idea, object, or…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word60. (S2E24) Sleepless Nights and Prayer Journals with Jenn Wallace
It’s my honor to chat with Jenn Wallace today about the ups and downs of running your own business without any real business experience and what it means to…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word59. (S2E23) The ABCs of Life with Gina Lemon
On today’s show, I get to talk with human kindness leader and possibility coach Gina Lemon. Gina’s parents divorced when she was 6 and she and her mom moved…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word58. (S2E22) Thriving on Change with Amy Flo-Yo
My guest today is someone who was raised with a strong sense of independence and a feeling of responsibility for taking care of others. Amy Flores-Young, known…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word57. (S2E21) Achievement as a Love Language with Dr. Liz DuBois
My guest today is Dr. Liz DuBois. Our conversation covers a lot of ground – from being raised in a church that taught her who she is, was not ok, to her quest…
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56. (S2E20) Meditation: Unhooking from Thoughts
Thoughts are part of the human experience. You don’t need to push them away in order to be good at meditation. Learning to bring your mind back from its…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word56. (S2E20) A Dream of Heart Soul Heat with Raoul Benavides
On today’s episode, my guest is a man who is the very definition of someone who wears many hats. Raoul Benavides is a lifelong entrepreneur who has proudly…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word55. (S2E19) Owning Your Truth with Tina Kadish
On today’s episode, Tina Kadish and I are talking about her definition of freedom, what happens when you don’t keep promises to yourself, and why you’ll only…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word54. (S2E18) Superpowers of HSPs with Cathy Spaas
On today’s episode, my guest is walking, talking, and jumping proof that you can make being sensitive your superpower. Cathy Spaas and I are talking about her…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word53. (S2E17) What Winning Looks Like with Lauren Ammon
On today’s episode, I have a real-life mermaid. If it didn’t involve water, then Lauren Ammon wanted nothing to do with it during her two-decades-long swimming…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word52. (S2E16) 6 Elements of Joy With Marissa Levin
My guest this week is Marissa Levin. We’re talking about her spiritual journey, moving from the unconscious beliefs that keep you stuck in fine to conscious…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word51. (S2E15) Path of Constant Transformation with S.A. Grant
My guest this week is the mastermind behind the brand Boss Uncaged. The one and only S.A. Grant. We’re talking about his lifelong passion for learning and his…
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50. (S2E14) Meditation: Synching Heart and Brain
This one focuses on synching your heart and brain together, which helps you release stress and boost your energetic vibration. When you’re in a coherent state…
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50. (S2E14) What Does Courage Feel Like?
Welcome to the 50th episode of Fine is a 4-Letter Word! I was originally hoping to host a big party when I got to episode 50, but honestly, it kind of crept on…
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49. (S2E13) Meditation: Attracting Love
This meditation is designed to help you FEEL gratitude for your ideal partner and relationship. When you can get into this feeling place - as if you already…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word49. (S2E13) Setting Her Own Course with Sabrina Victoria
I am so truly blessed to have the most incredible people show up to tell their stories on this show. Today it’s Sabrina Victoria. She’s sharing about her…
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48. (S2E12) Meditation: Celebrate Wins
Today’s meditation is designed to help you celebrate your wins and integrate them into your life. Because if you don’t integrate them into your identity…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word48. (S2E12) The 2% Mentality with Roderick Jefferson
The amazingness of my guests and the insight they bring keeps astounding me. You are in for another fantastic show today with Roderick Jefferson. The first…
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47. (S2E11) Meditation: Singing Bowls Solar Plexus Chakra Note E
This meditation is a bit different than others you've found here. In this one, you're on your own and there aren't any words. Sit or lie comfortably and simply…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word47. (S2E11) Andy Frisella & Ed Mylett Saved My Life with Amanda Catarzi
Today I’m talking with the one and only Amanda Catarzi. Not to sensationalize, but this is one of those episodes that is going to grab you by the throat and…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word46. (S2E10) Empathy For Your Inner Child with Steven English
My guest today is Steven English. Steven and I are talking about the effects of working in a toxic environment – and boy does he have some stories. We’re also…
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45. (S2E9) Meditation: Loving Kindness for Another
There could not be a better time than today for this special guest meditation from Carol Banens. Listen as she takes you through a beautiful exercise in…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word45. (S2E9) Complacency is a Disease with Tony Jalan
Today's episode is a real treat. I’m talking with Tony Jalan about motivation, problem solving, owning where you are in life, and practicing intentional…
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44. (S2E8) Meditation: New Potentials
This meditation is based on the New Potentials meditation in Dr. Joe Dispenza’s book Becoming Supernatural. It's designed to take you beyond your SELF. Beyond…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word44. (S2E8) Lighting a Candle & Letting It Go with Christina Robinson Race
Today, I am chatting with Christina Robinson Race about how her traumatic childhood in a tight-lipped Evangelical Christian household filled with secrets…
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43. (S2E7) Meditation: Wake Up With Gratitude
Today’s meditation comes from my friend Julie Boyer, host of the Wake Up With Gratitude podcast. This is a great one for relaxing and feeling gratitude for…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word43. (S2E7) Humor Is a Multi-Purpose Tool with Lisa David Olson
Today’s guest has been on my list of people to invite to the show for a long time. Lisa David Olson’s humor has kept me laughing on social media for a couple…
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42. (S2E6) Meditation: Love and Forgiving
Part of love that we don’t often consider is forgiveness. When we’re able to forgive, we’re able to make space for and allow more love into our world…
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42. (S2E6) From Chaos to Peace in 5 Simple Steps
Today's episode is a solo one. I've been hearing from a lot of people that they're running around like hair on fire, stressed out, and wanting to feel more…
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41. (S2E5) Meditation: Mindful Midlife Crisis Breathing
Today's meditation is delivered by our friend Billy from the Mindful Midlife Crisis podcast. This is a great one for letting go of daily concerns of life…
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41. (S2E5) Cutting the Noise with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella
Today my guest is Lizabeth Wesely-Casella. Lizabeth is the founder and CEO of L-12 Services; a Washington DC firm focused on internal communications and…
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40. (S2E4) Meditation: Sleep Countdown
This meditation is designed to help you fall asleep and get a good and restful night's sleep. Before you get into this meditation, if you’re listening on a…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word40. (S2E4) Everything You Want Is On The Other Side Of Fear with Brian Merrell
In this episode, you get to hear our first interview with a guy and his story of being stuck at fine. Brian Merrell’s account is very different from the…
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39. (S2E3) Meditation: Networking
This was the first meditation I ever wrote and recorded. It's for getting yourself into a place of calm and groundedness before you walk into a networking…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word39. (S2E3) Unleash Your Joy with Carol Banens
This week I’m talking with Carol Banens about grief and the grieving process, setting healthy boundaries, and expanding your awareness of the present moment…
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38. (S2E2) Meditation: Body Scan
A guest meditation from Carol Banens today! With 30 years of experience as a physical therapist, Carol is well suited to take you through gentle breathing…
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37. (S2E1) Meditation: Serenity Now
This meditation is focused on serenity. What do you think of when you hear the word serenity? Some people think of the Serenity prayer. Serenity comes with…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word37. (S2E1) Your Comeback After the Fall with Jenny Vaz
My guest, Jenny Vaz, and I are talking about picking yourself up after you’ve been knocked down. And Jenny managed to bring herself back from a very dark…
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36. (S1E36) What's Coming in Season 2
It’s the last week of the year and coincidentally – yeah, I really didn’t plan it this way – the last episode of Season 1. Like last week, this is a solo…
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35. (S1E35) Key Takeaway Highlights from Season 1
It's the end of the year and I thought it would be a great idea to look back at the past 34 episodes and kind of pull out some of the common themes and key…
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34. (S1E34) Meditation: Physical Sensations in the Body
This meditation focuses on feeling physical sensations in your body. Noticing what you feel in different areas of your body, without judgement. Connecting with…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word34. (S1E34) Eat the Cake and Turn Left with Andi Overton
My guest this week is Andi Overton. In this episode, we touch on the importance of eating cake, returning shopping carts and not honking the car horn as soon…
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33. (S1E33) Meditation: Calm
This meditation is designed to help you find calm no matter what is going on in your world. Turn inward for a few minutes, block out all distractions, and…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word33. (S1E33) Putting Relationships First with Jennifer DiMotta
In this episode, Jennifer and I are discussing her tendency to be the fairness cop, time in living and working in Germany and the differences between there and…
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32. (S1E32) Meditation: Imposter Syndrome
Today’s meditation addresses the myth of inadequacy. Sometimes known as Imposter Syndrome. You were born a child of God. You have infinite capacity to achieve…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word32. (S1E32) Life Will Bring You to Your Knees. Get Up. With Angela Loughridge
Angela was raised to be stronger than life. You’re going to face challenges, and you have to be stronger then they are. That belief served her and also made…
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31. (S1E31) Meditation: Kindness
Today’s meditation focuses on kindness. Kindness is our natural state of being. Even when it feels like we live in a cruel world, we can find elements of…
FINE is a 4-Letter Word31. (S1E31) The Magic of Life with Courtney Krulis
Today’s guest is Courtney Krulis from the Byron Bay area of Australian. Courtney has such an incredible energy, which you’ll hear right away. In this episode…
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30. (S1E30) Meditation: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse
Full moon meditations are best done during the full moon energy, which starts three days before and continues for three days after the actual full moon. All…
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30. (S1E30) Meditation: Friendship
Today’s meditation is on friendship. Listen to this one when you want to feel gratitude for your current and past friendships. And also if you are feeling like…