42: Raising Kids with Entrepreneurial Qualities with Margot Bisnow
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Are you raising the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers? In this eye-opening episode, I chat with Margot Bisnow, author of “Raising an Entrepreneur: How to Help Your Children Achieve Their Dreams,” about nurturing entrepreneurial skills in children from a young age. Margot shares fascinating insights from her interviews with 100 successful entrepreneurs and their families, revealing common threads in their upbringing that fostered creativity, resilience, and a willingness to take risks. We explore: Embracing Passion and Failure - Why supporting your child’s interests...
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41: Parenting Shifts through Tragedy with Whitney Archibald
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Parenting is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Whitney Archibald, a mother of five who shares her inspiring story of resilience, adaptability, and the power of family bonds. Whitney’s journey began with the challenge of infertility, leading to IVF for her first child. Little did she know that her family would grow to include five children, ages 9 to 19. As we dive into her experiences, Whitney opens up about: Navigating the Chaos of Motherhood - The transition from envisioning a perfect motherhood to managing the reality of multiple...
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40: Building an Easy Style with Sami Community
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Ever feel like you’re in the messy middle of life, trying to figure it all out? You’re not alone. In this candid episode, I open up about my own journey of self-discovery and the evolution of the Easy Style with Sami podcast. As I sit in my mom’s house in Phoenix, fresh from a reflexology and energy healing session, I share my thoughts on: The power of letting go and how it affects our physical and emotional well-being My vision for the future of Easy Style with Sami The challenges of being in the “figuring it out” phase Why I typically shy away from solo episodes I also reflect...
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39: Starting a NonProfit with Nancy Economou
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Have you ever wondered how a single act of compassion can spark a global movement? In this episode of Easy Style with Sami, we dive into the inspiring journey of Nancy Economou, founder of Watts of Love, a nonprofit organization bringing light and hope to communities living in darkness. Nancy shares her remarkable story of how a chance encounter with a burned child in the Philippines ignited her passion to make a difference. From high-end jewelry sales to serving the world’s most vulnerable, Nancy’s path is a testament to the power of purpose and perseverance. In this episode we discuss -...
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38: Finding Your Passion and Starting a Business with Your Partner with Meredith & Craig Bennett
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Have you ever dreamed of leaving your corporate job to start a business with your spouse? It sounds exciting, but the reality can be far more challenging than you might expect. In this episode, I sit down with Meredith and Craig Bennett, a couple who took the leap from corporate careers to entrepreneurship. Their journey wasn’t a smooth ride. They share how their initial business venture left them feeling unfulfilled and put a strain on their relationship. But through perseverance and self-discovery, they found their true calling as relationship coaches. In this episode we discuss - The...
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37: Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable with Jennifer Shell
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Overcoming adversity isn’t always easy. Once you get on the other side, it makes it all worth it. Today episode features Dr. Jennifer Shell, a chiropractor and clinical nutritionist who has an inspiring story to share. Jennifer’s journey is all about overcoming personal challenges, discovering her true purpose, and empowering others to do the same. Whether you’re facing a physical or mental obstacle, or simply searching for more meaning in your life, this episode is sure to provide the motivation and insights you need to take the next step. In this episode we discuss - How Jennifer...
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36: Helping Adoptive Families Heal from Trauma through Books with Anna Maria DiDio
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Easy Style with Sami! Today, we’re joined by Anna Maria DiDio, an adoptive mom who turned her personal experiences into a meaningful children’s book series. Anna Maria’s story is a testament to the power of turning life’s challenges into creative outlets that can help others. In this episode we discuss - How Anna Maria’s adoption journey led her to write children’s books about adoption, trauma, and identity - The importance of representation and open conversations around adoption - Anna Maria’s transition from the corporate world to...
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35: Stop Overdoing it with Karissa Dean
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We’re diving into the all-too-common struggle of overcommitment and overscheduling. Our guest, Karissa Dean, is a life and business coach who is passionate about empowering women to find their purpose and live it passionately. Karissa shares her insights on how to break free from the cycle of trying to do it all and instead focus on what truly fills your cup. In this episode we discuss The importance of redefining “selfishness” and prioritizing self-care Strategies for offloading tasks and finding the right support The power of clear, honest communication in...
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34: How to Turn Your Side Hustle into a Successful Dream Business with Kelly Schuknecht
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In this episode of Easy Style with Sami, we welcome thought leadership marketing specialist Kelly Schuknecht. Kelly shares her journey from working in corporate America to starting her own business just under two months ago. Despite being new to entrepreneurship, she has quickly grown her business, focusing on helping thought leaders and professionals build their platforms. Kelly discusses her 10-year journey that involved working in publishing, freelancing, and marketing, and how her experiences eventually led her to entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one’s...
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33: Going from Corporate to Startup with Marianna Kinee
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Job career paths don’t necessarily look the way they used to. The days of spending years at the same corporate job aren’t as common. For Marianna, she spent 22 years at the same company. But what makes her story unique is the way she navigated through different areas and jobs at that company, learning new things. When she was ready for a new challenge, she took all her experience and join a new startup company. Hear from her how that that transition went, what she learned, and the support she had to make it all happen! In this episode we discuss How Marianna...
info_outlineIt’s summer time. That means schedules are busy, vacations are on deck, kids are home. That means its break time for the Easy Style with Sami pocast. We are officially on episode 25 and have loved every second of it. We have learned so much from our guests.
The goal of this podcast is to inspire you to live your best ilfe, on your own terms. We are working on bringing more guests on that can help share there stories and also give actionable steps in an area of their expertise.
Have topics you’d love to learn more about? Shoot us an email – we’d love to hear about it.
We hope you have a great summer – see you in September!