The #Uncommon Podcast
Welcome to #UnCommon, the podcast where personal growth meets bold ambition. Hosted by Lisa Desilet—leadership coach, mom, wife, and VP of Business Development—this show is for people who refuse to settle for "good enough" in life, business, or relationships. Here, we challenge the status quo and redefine success on your terms. From mindset shifts and leadership strategies to creating a thriving work-life balance, every episode delivers actionable insights to help you: ✅ Build unshakable confidence. ✅ Lead with purpose. ✅ Pursue what truly lights you up. If you're ready to think differently, live boldly, and relentlessly pursue the best version of yourself, you’re in the right place. Let’s break free from the ordinary. Together, let’s be #UnCommon.
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Welcome. Start here 📍
09/27/2024
Welcome. Start here 📍
If you've ever been told you're "too much" because you're driven, ambitious, and have big-a$$ dreams, this podcast is for you. Welcome to #Uncommon – the podcast for ambitious women looking to achieve business growth, work-life balance, and build unshakeable confidence. Hosted by leadership coach, business owner, and mom Lisa Desilet, each episode delivers real-life strategies for women to excel without burnout. If you’re searching for practical insights on leading with purpose, growing your business, and finding integration between your personal life and professional goals, this podcast is for you. From confident leadership to mastering work-life balance, we explore everything to help you thrive. Subscribe now and start your journey to becoming the successful, balanced woman you were meant to be.
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E28: Are You in a Category of One?
02/19/2024
E28: Are You in a Category of One?
In this episode, Lisa explores the concept of becoming a category of one and how it relates to imposter syndrome and fear of competition. She shares her inspiration from and discusses the importance of clarity, confidence, and conviction in your business. Lisa emphasizes the need to leverage your unique life experience and collection of expertise to stand out and become a category of one. She encourages listeners to embrace their category of one and celebrate their unique contribution. Takeaways Imposter syndrome and fear of competition can hinder success in business. Becoming a category of one involves leveraging your unique experience and expertise. Believing in abundance and embracing collaboration can dissipate fear and create opportunities. Gaining clarity, confidence, and conviction in your business is essential to becoming a category of one. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Imposter Syndrome and the Importance of Becoming a Category of One 01:06 Inspiration from Erica Reitman: Approaching Becoming a Category of One from a Branding and Messaging Perspective 02:18 The Fear of Competition and Imposter Syndrome 04:16 Understanding What It Means to Be a Category of One 05:22 Believing in Abundance and Embracing Collaboration 06:20 Leveraging Experience and Expertise to Stand Out 08:44 Gaining Clarity, Confidence, and Conviction in Your Business 09:40 Embracing Your Unique Life Experience and Collection of Expertise 10:38 Leveraging Experience and Expertise to Be Your Own Category of One 13:31 Examining Your Expertise and Answering the Question: What Gives You the Right? 16:57 Connecting the Dots of Your Experience and Expertise to Become a Category of One 19:12 Recognizing Your Category of One and Celebrating Your Unique Contribution 20:11 Joining the Private Facebook Group and Embracing Your Category of One 21:06 Conclusion: Embrace Being a Category of One -- If you're ready to take this to the next level, let’s achieve your goals together! Invest in yourself and your business with better strategies, evidence-based skills, and tools to build a stronger foundation. I can’t wait to see what we can do together!
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E27: Do You Think Like an Employee or a Successful CEO? The Power of Mindset
02/12/2024
E27: Do You Think Like an Employee or a Successful CEO? The Power of Mindset
In this episode, Lisa discusses the importance of mindset for entrepreneurs and how to shift from thinking like an employee to thinking like a successful CEO. She introduces the concept of the three levels of business and emphasizes the need to operate as both the manager and the doer in addition to being the business owner. Lisa also highlights the mindset shifts required to focus on value rather than hours, treat the root of problems instead of the symptoms, and think about the job to be done rather than immediate needs. She concludes by encouraging listeners to join her anti-fragile business and leadership community. Takeaways Shift from an employee mindset to a successful CEO mindset Focus on delivering value rather than logging hours Treat the root of problems, not just the symptoms Think about the job to be done, not just immediate needs Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mindset 02:11 The Three Levels of Business 06:17 Shifting from Employee Mindset to CEO Mindset 07:42 Focus on Value, Not Hours 09:33 Completion vs Solution 10:55 Pricing Based on Value 13:47 Treating the Root, Not the Symptoms 20:37 Thinking About the Job to Be Done 24:25 Becoming a Category of One 26:18 Conclusion and Call to Action -- If you're ready to take this to the next level, let’s achieve your goals together! Invest in yourself and your business with better strategies, evidence-based skills, and tools to build a stronger foundation. I can’t wait to see what we can do together!
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E26: Three Lessons I Learned in My First Year as a Full-Time Entrepreneur
02/06/2024
E26: Three Lessons I Learned in My First Year as a Full-Time Entrepreneur
In this episode, reflects on her first year as a full-time entrepreneur and shares three important lessons she has learned. Imposter syndrome is real. Stability is essential for creativity to thrive, Ego is your worst enemy in Entrepreneurship. 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:17 Lesson 1: Imposter Syndrome is Real 12:25 Lesson 2: Stability is the Foundation for Creativity 26:26 Lesson 3: Ego is the Enemy Takeaways Acknowledge your transferable skills and believe in yourself to overcome imposter syndrome. You don't have to "burn the boats" to be committed in business Do not let your ego control your business decisions. Overcharging can be a symptom of imposter syndrome; Give more than what feels comfortable and allow yourself to receive. Know your worth and charge according to the value you deliver. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:17 Lesson 1: Imposter Syndrome is Real 12:25 Lesson 2: Stability is the Foundation for Creativity 26:26 Lesson 3: Ego is the Enemy 32:44 Know Your Worth and Charge According to Value If you're ready to take this to the next level, let’s achieve your goals together! Invest in yourself and your business with better strategies, evidence-based skills, and tools to build a stronger foundation. I can’t wait to see what we can do together!
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E25: What does Anti-Fragile mean?
01/29/2024
E25: What does Anti-Fragile mean?
Summary In this episode, Lisa introduces the concept of anti-fragile entrepreneurship and explains its evolution from the Uncommon Podcast. She shares her personal journey of discovering the concept and expands on the definition of anti-fragility. Lisa highlights the three key values of anti-fragility: integrity, freedom, and vitality. She then discusses the four pillars of anti-fragile entrepreneurship and emphasizes the importance of creating a transformation in business and leadership. Lisa invites listeners to join the private Facebook group and shares that the teachings are applicable to non-entrepreneurs as well. She concludes with a call to action to share and review the podcast. Takeaways Anti-fragile entrepreneurship is about embracing challenges and adversity to become stronger and better. The three key values of anti-fragility are: Integrity, Freedom, and Vitality. The four pillars of anti-fragile entrepreneurship include business & leadership, relationships & family, health & well-being, and money & success. The podcast aims to create a transformation in business and leadership by challenging the traditional thinking and embracing a more personal and relationship-based approach. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Evolution of the Podcast 01:26 Discovering the Concept of Anti-Fragility 04:14 Expanding the Definition of Anti-Fragility 05:39 The Three Key Values of Anti-Fragility 09:02 The Four Pillars of Anti-Fragile Entrepreneurship 10:30 Creating a Transformation in Business and Leadership 12:50 Invitation to Join the Community If you're ready to take this to the next level, let’s achieve your goals together! Invest in yourself and your business with better strategies, evidence-based skills, and tools to build a stronger foundation. I can’t wait to see what we can do together!
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An Uncommon Conversation with Shawnda Huffman
10/19/2023
An Uncommon Conversation with Shawnda Huffman
started a career in radio at age 15. By the time she was 19, she was making a name for herself. After over 20 years, she found herself struggling to stay in a career she no longer loved. As luck would have it, the media company she worked for at the time went through lay-offs, creating the perfect exit strategy. Years later, she's now leading the business and team of her dreams as the co-founder and CEO of , a full-service creative communications agency. Shawnda and her team are growing by leaps and bounds... but she had to fight hard to get here. In today's episonde, Shawnda shares about her personal health crisis, the challenges of coming up in the harsh, male-dominated world of radio, and the hard lessons she's learned along the way. You won't want to miss this uncommon conversation with Shawnda Huffman.
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An Uncommon Conversation with Frannie Wilson
10/16/2023
An Uncommon Conversation with Frannie Wilson
Join me for another Uncommon conversation with , Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of . Frannie, a seasoned graphic designer, photographer, and brand strategist has experienced a whirlwind of a career over the past 14+ years. What started out as a "fun way to make money" has grown into a thriving business with a kick-ass team that helps small businesses implement big brand strategy using social media marketing. In order to run a smart, streamlined and profitable business, Frannie and her co-founder implemented EOS and together, they are learning a lot as the Visionary and Integrator. Frannie shares about this the learning curve and so much more in today's episode. Check it out! Resources mentioned:
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The Sustainable Success Formula: Experience + Outcome = Longevity
10/12/2023
The Sustainable Success Formula: Experience + Outcome = Longevity
Do you ever find yourself so fixated on a goal that you forget to enjoy the pursuit of it? In this episode, Lisa shares personal experiences and insights on how hyper fixation on the end result can be detrimental to long-term sustainability. Whether it's health and fitness goals or financial aspirations, Lisa emphasizes the importance of designing a sustainable experience that aligns with the desired outcome. Join us as we explore the power of embracing the fullness of our experiences and redefining what success truly means. Get ready for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation on unlocking your full potential. Let's be uncommon together. — If you enjoy this episode, please share it! Post on social media or send to a friend. If you loved it, please rate it and write a review. As always, you can connect with me on or check out my tools, resources and freebies over on my . Together, let's be #Uncommon.
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Breaking Free: The Journey to Self-Discovery and Uncommon Rebellion
10/10/2023
Breaking Free: The Journey to Self-Discovery and Uncommon Rebellion
Welcome back to another episode of #Uncommon with Lisa Desilet, where we delve into thought-provoking conversations that challenge the status quo. In today's episode, we explore Untamed by Glennon Doyle - a NYT bestseller and the recent read inside the - an online community hosted by Lisa Desilet. The book is a memoir and reminder of the untamed, wild self that lives inside each of us but is often caged by societal norms and expectiations. As a self-proclaimed rebel, Lisa felt a gut punch when she read the line in the book, "Rebellion is as much of a cage as obedience." Obedience has always felt challenging for her while rebellion felt righteous. Join us as we unpack the themes of rebellion, identity, and the pursuit of a full life, all while redefining what success, health, wealth, and happiness truly mean. So, let's dive in and explore the uncommon, together! -- Look for a challenge? A place to connect, learn, and grow? Don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of a badass community of people in pursuit of better. Join the #Badass Book Club: You can also connect with Lisa Desilet on social media:
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What bullsh*t stories are holding you back? (Part 3 of 3)
09/25/2023
What bullsh*t stories are holding you back? (Part 3 of 3)
In this three-part series, we unpack the bullsh*t stories that are keeping you from the success you desire - whether that be in your career, relationships, or personal life. We all have them, but in this series we are getting real about them and exactly how to work through them in a practical way that gets you unstuck and moving forward. We'll explore the concept of leaning into discomfort and overcoming the stories that hold us back from our true potential. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let's dive into this uncommon conversation together. Let's redefine success, health, wealth, and happiness. Let's be uncommon. Welcome back to #Uncommon. - If you enjoy this episode, please share it! Post on social media or send to a friend. If you loved it, please rate it and write a review. As always, you can connect with me on or check out my tools, resources and freebies over on my . Together, let's be #Uncommon.
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What bullsh*t stories are holding you back? (Part 2 of 3)
09/21/2023
What bullsh*t stories are holding you back? (Part 2 of 3)
In this three-part series, we unpack the bullsh*t stories that are keeping you from the success you desire - whether that be in your career, relationships, or personal life. We all have them, but in this series we are getting real about them and exactly how to work through them in a practical way that gets you unstuck and moving forward. We'll explore the concept of leaning into discomfort and overcoming the stories that hold us back from our true potential. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let's dive into this uncommon conversation together. Let's redefine success, health, wealth, and happiness. Let's be uncommon. Welcome back to #Uncommon. - If you enjoy this episode, please share it! Post on social media or send to a friend. If you loved it, please rate it and write a review. As always, you can connect with me on or check out my tools, resources and freebies over on my . Together, let's be #Uncommon.
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What Bullsh*t Stories are Holding you Back? (Part 1 of 3)
09/19/2023
What Bullsh*t Stories are Holding you Back? (Part 1 of 3)
In this three-part series, we unpack the bullsh*t stories that are keeping you from the success you desire - whether that be in your career, relationships, or personal life. We all have them, but in this series we are getting real about them and exactly how to work through them in a practical way that gets you unstuck and moving forward. We'll explore the concept of leaning into discomfort and overcoming the stories that hold us back from our true potential. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let's dive into this uncommon conversation together. Let's redefine success, health, wealth, and happiness. Let's be uncommon. Welcome back to #Uncommon. - If you enjoy this episode, please share it! Post on social media or send to a friend. If you loved it, please rate it and write a review. As always, you can connect with me on or check out my tools, resources and freebies over on my . Together, let's be #Uncommon.
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Redefining Success with Trina Lamm: Prioritizing Joy, Freedom, and Authenticity in Business and Life
09/15/2023
Redefining Success with Trina Lamm: Prioritizing Joy, Freedom, and Authenticity in Business and Life
Join Lisa Desilet as she interviews her guest, Trina Lamm - a top producing real estate agent, property manager, travel enthusiast, and mom of 3 - as she shares her journey and the challenges she's faced. Trina opens up about her experiences with guilt, imposter syndrome, and the ever-present pressure to be "good enough." We delve into the impact of social media, religious organizations, family, and friends on our self-perceptions as women. Trina's story is one of self-discovery, resilience, and the power of setting boundaries. She shares her insights on finding purpose, reevaluating goals, and the invaluable role of therapy in her life. We also explore her passion for real estate and do a coaching "hot seat" to help her hire the right assistant. Join us as we unravel the complexities of success, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth in this thought-provoking episode of #Uncommon with Lisa Desilet. To connect with Trina Lamm, check out her listings over at or follow her on social media If you want to stay connected to Lisa, explore coaching and education, you can find all the things over at or follow her on Instagram
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Embracing the Uncommon: Owning Your Authenticity in Every Situation
09/07/2023
Embracing the Uncommon: Owning Your Authenticity in Every Situation
Welcome to episode 16 of #Uncommon with Lisa Desilet. In this episode, Lisa dives into the power of finding our true selves and the way we present ourselves to the world. Alongisde her cohost, Phil Desilet, they explore the experience of feeling pigeonholed and the importance of embracing our fullness in all spaces. Throughout this episode, Lisa encourages us to explore our true selves, challenge societal norms, and boldly unlock our full potential. So, join us on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth as we navigate the complexities of being #UnCommon. To stay connected: .
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Living an Uncommon Life: Unveiling the Path to Be Exceptional
09/05/2023
Living an Uncommon Life: Unveiling the Path to Be Exceptional
Welcome back to #Uncommon with Lisa Desilet! In today's episode, we dive deep into the concept of living an exceptional life versus settling for average. Hosted by Phil and Lisa Desilet, this thought-provoking conversation challenges societal norms and encourages self-reflection. The Desilets share personal experiences, observations, and insights about embracing discomfort, questioning intentions, and the power of living with intention. They explore how values, purpose, and self-discovery play a crucial role in creating an exceptional life. So, grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired as we embark on this journey into the uncommon. To stay connected: .
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Challenging traditional roles to create a powerful partnership
08/31/2023
Challenging traditional roles to create a powerful partnership
Welcome back to another thought-provoking episode of #Uncommon with Lisa Desilet! In today's episode, Lisa takes us on a deep dive into the concept of equitable partnerships and parenting within a marriage or long-term relationship. As an entrepreneur, real estate investor, and leadership coach, Lisa is no stranger to navigating the complexities of life, relationships, and business. Joined by her husband, Phil, Lisa shares their personal journey and valuable insights on creating a truly equitable partnership. Together, they explore the shifting dynamics of gender roles, the importance of effective communication, the challenges of parenting, and so much more. Get ready for an engaging conversation that will challenge your thinking, pose better questions, and inspire bold action as we unlock our full potential. Let's dive in! Join the #Badass Book Club . Stay connected with Lisa on . Learn with Lisa and .
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How Personal Development Books Transformed Our Marriage: Insights from the #UnCommon Book Club
08/28/2023
How Personal Development Books Transformed Our Marriage: Insights from the #UnCommon Book Club
Welcome back to another exciting episode of #Uncommon with your host, Lisa Desilet! In today's episode, Lisa is joined by her partner Phil as they dive into the world of personal development, relationships, and growth. Get ready to hear about Lisa's book club and how it's not just about reading together, but about experiencing growth journeys as a couple. Lisa shares how reading books has transformed her marriage and she invites listeners to join the #Badass Book Club. They discuss the power of finding a common language and the importance of communication in relationships, drawing inspiration from renowned authors. Lisa also narrates their own journey of reading books together as a couple and the positive impact it had on their relationship. Get ready to uncover the secrets to a thriving partnership and gain insights from Lisa's exploration of meaningful books on this exciting episode of #Uncommon! Tune in now! Join the #Badass Book Club . Stay connected with Lisa on . Learn with Lisa and .
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Know Yourself Better with DiSC - A live coaching session
08/26/2023
Know Yourself Better with DiSC - A live coaching session
Today's episode is a Live Coaching session. Lisa walks Phil through his Everything DiSC® profile. Lisa is a certified Everything DiSC® facilitator and authorized partner with the Wiley Brand. As a leadership coach, she uses this comprehensive profile to help her clients understand themselves, their approach to business and leadership, and how they influence relationships with clients, team members, and partners. Everything DiSC is a personal development learning experience that measures an individual’s preferences and tendencies based on the DiSC® model. This simple yet powerful model describes four basic styles: D, i, S, and C, and serves as the foundation for the Everything DiSC®. Want to learn more about yourself through Everything DiSC®? To stay connected: .
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What's Your Money Mindset in Marriage?
08/21/2023
What's Your Money Mindset in Marriage?
What's your money mindset in marriage? Do you and your partner feel the same about money or is it something you fight about because can't see eye to eye? For years, Lisa and Phil Desilet fought about money, even to the point of hiding it from one another. After some serious challenges, the two embarked on a journey to change their relationship with money. Now, after years of rehabing how they talk about, think about, and treat money, the two of them experience more freedom and ease in their marriage because of they are finally on the same page. This has resulted in more trust, better communication, and a stronger marriage than ever before. If you are stressed about money in your marriage, check out Episode 11 of the #Uncommon Podcast and hear how one couple tackled it head on, eliminating the shame, fear, and judgement around money and living in scarcity to embracing an abundant mindset, more joy, and trust. Tune in. It's a juicy one. To stay connected: .
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Women in Business Interview: Nichole Schoener
08/10/2023
Women in Business Interview: Nichole Schoener
Nichole Schoener () is the co-founder and of Ampersand Studios () in Boise, ID and co-host of a podcast about branding, marketing, and... other stuff. In addition to being the Chief Creative Officer of a successful photography and branding business, Nichole and her husband are also real estate investors and she is the proud mom of two boys. During our chat, Nichole shares her own entrepreneurial grit that started as an elementary girl, looking for ways to make money selling friendship bracelets. She talks about how that early struggle helped her succeed in business today. Nichole also dives into the beautiful partnership she has in business and how she and Frannie (her co-founder) have made it work for over a decade. She answers so hard questions about female friendships, stepping into leadership as a business owner, and knowing when to "fire yourself" from the many jobs entrepreneurs have as the business grows. She's a gem, ya'll. You need to listen. To stay connected: .
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Women in Business Interview: Christina Montalvo
08/07/2023
Women in Business Interview: Christina Montalvo
In Episode 9 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet interviews Christina Montalvo (), a strength and conditioning coach, business mentor, podcast host, and dog mom extrordinaire. Christina shares about the evolution she is working through currently, as she is undergoing her own reckoning in business, health, and life. We explore the uncomfortable spaces of growth, feeling in flux as new chapters are ending while others are starting. We also talk about "doing the most" as a false badge of honor and recovering from the addiction of work as a value metric - at the cost of exhaustion, burnout, and never experiencing joy. It's good, ya'll. Give it a listen, then checkout Christina's podcast if you want more real, raw, and honest conversations: To stay connected: .
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The Tables are Turned - My Husband Interviews Me!
08/03/2023
The Tables are Turned - My Husband Interviews Me!
In Episode 8 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet is interviewed by her husband, Phil. He asks some challenging questions about her business, why she chose to work with only women, where she's headed as an entrepreneur, and how she works through imposter syndrome (just to name a few). They're some meaty questions and you definitley want to hear the answers. To stay connected: .
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An Interview 20+ years in the making
07/31/2023
An Interview 20+ years in the making
In Episode 7 of #Uncommon, Lisa Desilet gives you an insider's perspective into her 22+ year marriage with her husband, Phil Desilet. After their first date on Lisa's 19th birthday, the couple has been together ever since. They've built a successful life together, have three children, and experienced lots of change in each other and collectively over the decades. In today's episode, Lisa goes into the intimate challenges of that growth, particularly in the past few years. Phil Desilet is a Captain with Boise Fire Department. He had held a variety of leadership roles as a professional firefighter and union member throughout his 20+ years of service. In addition to being a career firefighter, he is also a real estate investor, health and wellness advocate, outdoorsman, coach, and all-around great guy. You can't really find him online, but you might see him up in the mountains of Idaho, hear him on the sidelines of his kids' sporting events, or watch him moving weight at his local gym. To stay connected: .
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Stop "Shoulding" On Yourself
07/27/2023
Stop "Shoulding" On Yourself
In Episode 6 of #Uncommon, Lisa introduces the label of "shoulding" on yourself as a sympton of shame, insecurity, and guilt. She share vulnerable stories about you own life experiences that creating this feel of being "too much" and simultaneously "not enough" as a woman, wife, mom, and business owner. The insideousness of "should" can rob us of joy and presence. Lisa challenges you to tune into those moments you "should" on yourself, become aware of what causes it, learn to accept what is, then take more aligned action. It's a hard lesson, but one that will transform the way you life, connect, and love yourself and those around you. To stay connected: . . Take a moment to reflect on what makes you feel "too much" or "not enough". What does the healthiest, happiest, most successful version of you know to be true, right now?
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Why is Change So Hard?
07/24/2023
Why is Change So Hard?
In Episode 5 of #Uncommon, Lisa explores the challenges and complexities of change and how it impacts our personal growth and development. She dives into the human side of change, providing insights into why change is difficult and how we can navigate it more effectively. Let's delve into the episode and discover how we can embrace change and emerge stronger on the other side. This episode highlights the ever-presence of change in our lives and provides strategies for effectively leading ourselves and others through it. To stay connected with Lisa and continue exploring the topic of change: . . Take a moment to reflect on the specific changes you're currently facing in your life. Identify one action you can take today to proactively navigate these changes and move closer to your desired outcomes.
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Are you ready to step the F up?
07/20/2023
Are you ready to step the F up?
In Episode 4 of The Uncommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet invites you into a conversation full of accountability and love. She encourages you to step up and embrace your role as a leader for yourself, family, business, and community. Lisa sets the stage for a thought-provoking and inspiring discussion that will ignite big bold action. Lisa Desilet proposes that leadership is now undergoing a profound transformation, moving away from "old school" leadership strategies and addresses the complex challenges of the modern world, emphasizing the need for leaders who can connect and lead on a deeper level with others. She highlights the power of leading from the heart and invites you to explore the unique life experiences and talents that will help you become a strong, confident and resilent leader. Calls to #Uncommon Action: Consider how traditional leadership roles have shaped your own beliefs and perceptions of leadership. Assess your current leadership style and identify areas where you can incorporate more compassion, empathy, and authenticity.
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Is "Finding Balance" total B.S.?
07/17/2023
Is "Finding Balance" total B.S.?
In Episode 3 of The #Uncommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet introduces the idea of both/and as a way to find that elusive idea of "balance". She explores the pervasive nature of binary thinking and its limitations. She shares how embracing the shades of gray has allowed her to reduce stress and negative self-talk. Lisa discusses how this shift in mindset has influenced her approach to running her business, parenting, and nurturing relationships with family and friends. She encourages listeners to challenge the either-or mindset and embrace the power of both-and thinking. To engage in personal growth and development, Lisa invites you to delve into the qualities of curiosity and candor, emphasizing how they contribute to finding a middle ground. She highlights the how courage and humility are underneath these practices and are the key to fostering both/and thinking. Calls to #Uncommon action: Challenge the either-or mindset in your own life. When faced with a perceived dichotomy, ask yourself, "Is there another path? What am I not seeing?" Embrace candor and curiosity as qualities that allow for both-and thinking. Practice expressing your truth while remaining open to alternative perspectives. Links from today's episode: and share about this episode.
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How to Ground Yourself and Build a Strong Foundation
07/13/2023
How to Ground Yourself and Build a Strong Foundation
In Episode 2 of The #UnCommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet delves into the importance of grounding yourself in your core values to experience higher levels of success. She highlights the significance of feeling grounded, having a solid foundation, and nurturing healthy roots that interconnect with others to provide support during life's storms. Drawing from her experiences as a thought leader, Lisa underscores the importance of aligning personal values with professional values. She introduces an exercise that she often does with her clients, which involves identifying core values and bridging the gap between those values and their manifestation in daily life. The exercise involves going through a list of 100 values and narrowing it down to three core values that best represent an individual's guiding principles. Lisa emphasizes the significance of leading conversations with children, in partnership, or in business. to explore and refine your own core values. for ongoing insights, updates, and inspiration. to receive valuable content, including resources, tips, and guidance on embracing change and personal growth.
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Why I left a six-figure corporate job for $ZERO dollars as an entrepreneur
07/10/2023
Why I left a six-figure corporate job for $ZERO dollars as an entrepreneur
How the hell did I get here? Why I left a six-figure corporate job for $ZERO dollars as an entrepreneur and why it was the best decision of my life. In Episode 1 of The #UnCommon Podcast, Lisa Desilet shares her personal journey of leaving a six-figure corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship. Lisa explains that she spent the last ten years building an online business in an industry she initially thought she was passionate about but realized wasn't fulfilling enough. Simultaneously, she was also building a corporate career, but discovered her desire to have a broader impact beyond her current job and help others build the business of their dreams. The turning point came when Lisa quit her corporate job in early February 2023, feeling the need to make a change and pursue a path that aligned more with her values. Venturing into entrepreneurship was a significant decision for her. Despite the financial uncertainty, she considers it the best decision of her life. By sharing her journey, she aims to inspire listeners who may be contemplating a similar leap and reassure them that pursuing their passions can lead to fulfillment and success. for ongoing insights, updates, and inspiration. to receive valuable content, including resources, tips, and guidance on embracing change and personal growth.
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