Authorship in the Age of AI: How to Write a Book That Positions You as the Authority in 2026. with Tina Kapp-Kailea
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What does it really take to write a book that positions you as the authority, not just another story on a shelf? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos sits down with Tina Kapp-Kailea, international best-selling author, publisher, embodiment coach, and TEDx speaker, to unpack the truth about authorship in todayâs AI-driven world. This conversation goes far beyond âwrite your book in 90 days.â Instead, it explores what most people donât talk about: the emotional weight of writing your story, the responsibility you hold as a leader, and the difference between...
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Why Every Coach, Speaker, and Leader Should Host a Retreat with Amanda Hietter
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What if hosting a retreat wasnât just about the experience, but about expanding your impact, deepening client relationships, and building a more profitable business model? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Amanda Hietter, CEO of Across the Horizon Travel and creator of Heat Up Your Retreats. Amanda supports coaches, pastors, and business leaders in designing transformational travel experiences, and in this conversation, we break down what most people get wrong when planning their first retreat. We talk about why retreats are such a powerful tool for growth,...
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Why âGiving Backâ Is Hurting Your Retreat Business with Lori McDowell
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Most retreat leaders say they want to âgive back.â But what if the way youâre doing it⌠is actually hurting your business? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Iâm joined by Lori McDowell, transformational strategist, retreat curator, and author of The Re-Invention Mindset, to break down a powerful (and often misunderstood) concept in the retreat space: You cannot give from a business that isnât profitable. Together, we unpack: âŞď¸ Why discounting your retreat is NOT the same as giving back âŞď¸ The hidden cost of underpricing (for both you and your clients)...
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From Self-Doubt to Leading Retreats: Helping Women Step Into Their Voice with Amy Leffler
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What does it really take to lead a retreat, especially when youâre still questioning your own voice? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Leni Cavazos sits down with Amy Leffler, life and business coach, retreat facilitator, and co-founder of Be Well Ladies Retreats, to explore the internal shift that every retreat leader must make before anything else works. With over 20 years of experience in human resources and organizational leadership, Amy shares what it looked like to be successful on paper⌠while still feeling like she didnât belong in the room. From corporate...
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From Inspiration to Implementation: The Missing Piece in Retreats Bridget James Ling
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What if the reason your retreat, or event, isnât creating real transformation⌠is the way youâre framing it? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Bridget James Ling, founder of Freedom Queen and creator of one of the fastest-growing global movements for women building high-impact, high-profit businesses. We go beyond the surface of âretreatsâ and unpack what actually creates momentum, identity shifts, and real results inside in-person experiences. Bridget shares why she once said âI hate retreatsâ⌠and how that perspective led her to design events that generate...
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The Awakening of the Dimensional Leader with Dr. Aimee Harris
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What if wellness wasnât just about one area of life, but about the full picture of how we live, lead, work, and connect? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Iâm joined by Dr. Aimee Harris, founder of Dimensional Wellness and creator of the Dimensional Wellness Matrix. With a PhD in corporate wellness and a deep background in leadership development, employee well-being, and transformational programs, Dr. Aimee brings a perspective that is both highly strategic and deeply human. We talk about why true wellness cannot be separated into neat little boxes, and how emotional,...
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Why Most Retreats Fail (And How to Design Profitable, Sold-Out Experiences) with Sheri A. Rosenthal
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What actually makes a retreat successful⌠and why do so many fail? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Iâm joined by Sheri A. Rosenthal, a leader in the retreat industry who has designed and led over 1,000 retreats worldwide. Together, we break down what it really takes to create retreats that are not only transformational, but also profitable and sustainable. We talk about: âŞď¸ Why retreats are inherently transformational (even when you donât expect them to be) âŞď¸ The biggest mistake retreat leaders make when choosing their ideal client âŞď¸ How pricing impacts...
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What Broadway Can Teach You About Irresistible Offers
How To Run Profitable Retreats
What if your retreats sold the way Broadway shows do, months in advance, at multiple price points, with built-in demand? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, Iâm breaking down the exact mechanics behind how theater producers consistently sell out shows⌠and how you can apply the same strategy to your offers. Because Broadway isnât lucky. Itâs engineered. Inside this episode, youâll learn how to design an offer that feels clear, compelling, and impossible to ignore, without adding more bonuses, more complexity, or more noise. âŹď¸ We dive into: âŞď¸ The âPower of...
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The International Retreats Association with Holly Porter
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What if the retreat industry had global standards, real support, and a space where leaders didnât have to figure everything out alone? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Holly Porter, retreat industry visionary and founder of the International Retreats Association, to talk about the future of this rapidly growing space and what it actually takes to build retreats that are both transformational and sustainable. Holly shares how a deeply personal, spiritual calling led her to create an organization designed to unify, elevate, and bring integrity to the global...
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The Hidden Harmony Behind Transformational Retreats with Agathe Lazaro
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What makes a retreat truly transformational? In this episode, Leni Cavazos sits down with Agathe Lazaro, designer, retreat space curator, and founder of sacred retreat properties in Provence, France and Pondicherry, India, to explore the deeper layers of retreat creation. This conversation bridges the worlds of hospitality, neuroscience, sensory intelligence, and retreat leadership, revealing why the most powerful retreats are designed with far more than schedules and workshops. âŹď¸ In this episode, youâll discover: âŞď¸ Why the retreat experience begins long before participants arrive...
info_outlineđStep into the future of retreats with this groundbreaking episode of "How to Run Profitable Retreats," where your host, Leni Cavazos, and guest expert Jenay Aiksnoras delve into the exciting world of ON-DEMAND retreat businesses. This episode, titled "Retreats on Demand" explores what on-demand retreats mean for the industry and how they can significantly enhance the profitability and accessibility of your retreat offerings.
Jenay Aiksnoras, the visionary behind Bliss Tahoe, shares her expertise on creating flexible, customer-centric retreat experiences that cater to the evolving needs of todayâs clients. Discover the strategies and insights that can help you adapt your retreat business to thrive in a digital-first world.
Learn more about pioneering retreat experiences at Jenay's website and follow her inspiring work on Instagram @tahoeblissexperiences
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