27: Building a Multi-Passionate Business with Jane Lockhart
Release Date: 09/05/2024
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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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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36: Helping Adoptive Families Heal from Trauma through Books with Anna Maria DiDio
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35: Stop Overdoing it with Karissa Dean
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34: How to Turn Your Side Hustle into a Successful Dream Business with Kelly Schuknecht
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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_outlineJane Lockhart has been in my circle for years. This was the first time we actually got to chat about how she got started, and where she’s going. She shares how her life has guided her to things that she enjoys and and shown her the next thing in her path. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, you’ll hear her inspiring journey of finding fulfillment and authenticity in her work, and how she’s navigated the challenges of balancing multiple passions.
In this episode we discuss
- Jane’s background and the diverse range of services she offers
- How Jane approaches time management and setting boundaries
- Tips for overcoming the struggle of overwork and perfectionism
- Strategies for adapting your productivity patterns to your unique needs
- Encouragement and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
Want to skip ahead?
[1:29] Jane’s personality and approach to business is to dive into new ventures and figure things out as she goes, rather than sticking to a monotonous routine.
[4:20] Jane’s diverse business ventures, including health coaching, website design, and direct sales, all stem from a core value of authenticity and helping others improve their lives.
[7:29] Utilize time blocking to manage various business activities, dedicating specific days to different tasks and grouping together things you dislike to get them done efficiently.
[12:25] Jane struggled with overwork and perfectionism when she first started her business, but learned to set boundaries and balance her work and personal time through incremental changes.
[26:41] Take things slowly, embrace a trial-and-error mindset, maintain a foundational skill set, and cultivate curiosity and flexibility.
Jane Lockhart
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