No More Mondays

No More Mondays is your permission slip to ditch the Sunday Scaries and build a career—and life—you actually want. Hosted by Angie Callen, founder of The Modern Coach and Career Benders, this show delivers energetic conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate work, leadership, and business with clarity and confidence. Whether you're a coach, a leader, or a high-achieving pro craving more alignment, you'll get actionable tools, smart insights, and a weekly dose of motivation to help you make bold, values-driven moves. From mindset shifts and entrepreneurial growth to career transitions and executive presence, No More Mondays is where ambition meets authenticity...and success gets defined on your terms.

Why “Soft Skills” Are Actually Human Skills | Midweek Momentum with Angie Callen 01/28/2026

Investing Your Time: Smarter Scaling and Delegation with Elizabeth Eiss 01/26/2026

Investing Your Time: Smarter Scaling and Delegation with Elizabeth Eiss How do you choose whether you’re spending time or investing it? In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Elizabeth Eiss, founder of Results Resourcing, to explore how solopreneurs and small business leaders can scale their work intelligently by valuing time and leveraging fractional talent. Elizabeth’s journey from corporate executive to startup leader to creating a human-first freelance platform sheds light on the evolving future of work — one where delegation isn’t a dirty word but rather an art grounded in process and purpose. In this episode, we explore: - The critical difference between spending and investing time–and why that mindset shift matters - How the common entrepreneur trap of “doing it all” can actually cost you - Practical approaches to delegation, including overcoming fear and giving autonomy - The “delegation engine” concept: starting with process, then tools, then people - Why smart use of AI is about collaboration, not replacement - The rise of fractional, gig, and hybrid talent models shaping work’s future - How to identify when your time use is misaligned and hurting your growth - The importance of grounding work in purpose for sustained relevance Elizabeth emphasizes that tools and technology are aids, but humans still hold the keys to meaning and impact. In redefining success on your own terms, investing your time wisely, and fostering intentional delegation create space for growth and fulfillment. Elizabeth Eiss is the founder of Results Resourcing, a platform built to connect solopreneurs and small businesses with curated, fractional freelance talent. With a background as a corporate executive and startup leader, Elizabeth champions a human-first approach in the age of AI and automation. You can find her at resultsresourcing.com and on LinkedIn. This episode reminds us all that while technology evolves, humans still matter—and intentional leadership and purpose-driven work remain essential in the modern world. Check out more from Elizabeth: LinkedIn: LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39851375

Resolutions vs. Commitment: Why Most Goals Fail by Week Three | Midweek Momentum 01/21/2026

Success, AI, and Authentic Leadership: Living Real with Camille Preston 01/19/2026

Success, AI, and Authentic Leadership: Living Real with Camille Preston What if success isn’t about pushing harder or checking every box but about showing up authentically and listening deeply to yourself? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Camille Preston, a business psychologist, executive coach, and author of Living Real, who sparks a powerful conversation about what it means to live a meaningful career and life amid the pressures of modern work and rapid technological change. Camille brings a fresh blend of science, lived experience, and practical wisdom, especially for high achievers who feel the weight of performance yet struggle with a quiet sense that something is missing. We talk about the epidemic of 'shallowing'—how numbing or disconnecting from our full selves dims our joy and hurts performance. We explore how slowing down, embracing emotions, and aligning our inner values with our work can lead not only to better leadership but also a more enlivened life. In this episode, we explore: - The common disconnection high achievers experience despite external success - The surprising impact of "shallowing" and emotional avoidance on wellbeing and performance - How redefining success and happiness opens pathways to living real - Signs that it’s time to go inward and reclaim your authentic self - The concept of work-life integration versus balance and why alignment matters - The loneliness epidemic and its effects on mental health - AI’s role in the future of work and why emotional intelligence is the true human advantage - The difference between knowledge and wisdom and how to cultivate both - Practical ways to find "strategic stillness" to ground your leadership and life - Living real as a foundation for thriving in a complex, fast-changing world Camille’s book, Living Real, was born from a season of personal grief and offers a manifesto for embracing our whole selves amid life’s tensions and technology’s rise. This conversation is a timely invitation to lead with compassion, authenticity, and resilience in the future of work. Dr. Camille Preston is a business psychologist, executive coach, and keynote speaker whose work focuses on helping high performing leaders bridge the gap between external achievement and internal fulfillment. She is the author of Living Real: Redefining Success, Presence, and Happiness, and founder of Aim Leadership (Awaken Inner Mastery). Find more resources and her strategic stillness practice at livingreal.aimleadership.com. If you’re feeling the pressures of the modern work world and wondering how to stay human and whole, this episode will inspire you to reclaim your inner wisdom and design a life that feels truly alive. Because no matter how much AI changes the landscape, humans still matter. /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39775610

Perspective Is a Choice: Design Your Career (and Life) | Midweek Momentum 01/14/2026

Choosing Your Change: Lens Shifts for Purposeful Leadership and Life with Vicki Landers 01/12/2026

Choosing Your Change: Lens Shifts for Purposeful Leadership and Life with Vicki Landers How do you recognize when your career or life path no longer fits—and how do you navigate the challenge of changing course without losing yourself? In this episode, I chat with Vicki Landers, a coach and speaker whose leadership and healthcare background blend with deep life experience. Vicki’s story of leaving corporate healthcare to become a coach reveals the power of conscious choice, perspective shifts, and giving yourself grace through transitions. Vicki shares how she navigated identity changes, including the evolving role of caregiver, and how small adjustments in how you see your world create profound shifts in satisfaction and clarity. In this episode, we explore: - The slow-burning realization that what once worked doesn’t anymore - The importance of choosing change on your own terms - Battling societal “shoulds” and reframing your narrative - How perspective lenses impact your experience and leadership - Integrating personal and professional identities authentically - Navigating the complexities of shifting caregiving roles - The value of grace and acceptance in life’s seasons - Practical mindset tools to overcome fear and find agency - How to move beyond victim mentality to empowered living This conversation reminds us that change doesn’t require a total reinvention. Sometimes it’s the lens shift—the way you see your life and work—that unlocks a more fulfilling path. Whether you’re facing a career transition, leadership challenge, or personal shift, it’s about living a values-first, human-centered life where your internal compass guides the way. About the Guest Vicki Landers is a coach and speaker who helps professionals reconnect with purpose and lead with clarity. Her coaching approach bridges real-world experience and compassionate mindset work to help others find their next right step. You can find and connect with Vicki on LinkedIn (@Vicki Landers) or visit her websites: vickilanders.com and inprogresscoaching.com. We all have one life—how we choose to live it and the lenses we wear matter more than ever. Join us for a grounded, human-centered exploration of change that honors all sides of your story. /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39683315

Midweek Momentum: Why Humans Still Matter in the Future of Work 01/07/2026

Why Putting People First Is the Leadership Move for 2026 01/05/2026

Why Putting People First Is the Leadership Move for 2026 How do you lead teams in a way that puts people first—not just as a slogan, but as an everyday practice? In this episode, Angie Callen welcomes Earl Hoeg, founder of PeopleFirst and a leader with over 30 years of experience driving results through genuine human connection. Earl’s journey started in the Canadian federal government, where he learned a powerful lesson early on: people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. This episode dives deep into what it really means to put people first, why many workplace cultures miss the mark, and how leaders can build trust and connection in ways that fuel both well-being and performance. In this episode, we explore: - The impact of managers on workplace culture and employee turnover - The challenge of transitioning from individual contributor to effective leader - The role of self-awareness and individualized consideration in transformational leadership - Practical ways to build connection and trust at work - Why investing in human skills remains a competitive advantage in an AI-driven world - Living the philosophy that "humans still matter" in leadership Earl’s insights offer a grounded and hopeful perspective on leadership and the future of work. For leaders navigating change and aiming to design careers and workplaces where people truly thrive, this episode is a reminder: putting people first is not just a strategy, it’s the heart of successful leadership. Guest Bio: Earl Hoeg has spent over three decades in leadership roles within the Canadian federal government and now leads People First, a company dedicated to helping leaders build workplaces where humans thrive. A founding member of the Future of Work Alliance, Earl brings a practical, human-first approach to leadership that centers relationships and connection. Find Earl on LinkedIn and at peoplefirst.ca to learn more about his work and how to bring a people-first mindset to yours. Closing Thought: In a world of constant change, remember that leadership is about more than just results—it’s about the humans who make those results possible. When you put people first, you set the stage for sustainable success. Because at the end of the day, humans still matter. Connect with Angie: Connect with Earl: /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39599715

Authenticity vs. Oversharing — Advice for Building Your Personal Brand 12/31/2025

Making Fun a Habit: Creativity, Curiosity, and Reclaiming Joy at Work with Mike Brennan 12/29/2025

Making Fun a Habit: Creativity, Curiosity, and Reclaiming Joy at Work with Mike Brennan What if fun wasn’t something you earned after the work was done — but something that actually made the work better? In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Mike Brennan, creative consultant, professional artist, and author of Make Fun a Habit: The Creative Playbook for Making Life and Work Fun Again, to explore why so many of us have lost touch with play — and what happens when we intentionally bring it back. In a world that rewards busyness, seriousness, and constant productivity, Mike challenges the idea that fun is frivolous or optional. Instead, he makes a compelling case that creativity, curiosity, and joy are not luxuries — they’re necessities for sustainable work, innovation, and well-being. This conversation is thoughtful, practical, and surprisingly grounding — especially for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who don’t consider themselves “creative,” but feel something missing in how they work and live. In this episode, we explore: Why modern work culture has trained us to equate seriousness with success How “being busy” has become a badge of honor — and what it’s costing us The difference between being artistic and being creative (and why everyone is creative) How creativity shows up in unexpected ways: systems, strategy, organization, and problem-solving Why fun works best when it’s part of the process — not a reward at the end How curiosity opens the door to new ideas, energy, and possibility The power of small creative habits (10–15 minutes a day) and their cumulative effect Why perfectionism and efficiency can actually block innovation How play and rest help us solve problems more effectively than pushing harder Mike’s personal journey through burnout, depression, and rediscovering creativity What it looks like to integrate creativity into real life — even during “sucky” tasks Why ambition and joy don’t have to compete with each other A key takeaway: Fun doesn’t mean pizza parties or forced cheerfulness. Creativity doesn’t mean painting or performing. It means allowing space for curiosity, play, and enjoyment — so you can bring your best thinking, energy, and humanity into the work you’re already doing. If you’ve been feeling burned out, stuck, or disconnected from your work — or if your inner voice has been nudging you that something needs to change — this episode will meet you right where you are. About Mike Brennan Mike Brennan is a creative consultant, professional artist, live sketcher, and host of the Creative Chats podcast. He helps individuals and organizations reconnect with creativity as a practical, everyday tool for better work and a more joyful life. His work blends art, storytelling, and mindset to help people rediscover curiosity, purpose, and play. Resources & Links Mike Brennan’s website: Book: Make Fun a Habit: The Creative Playbook for Making Life and Work Fun Again Newsletter: Daily Creative Habit (weekly creative prompts delivered every Monday) Podcast: Creative Chats Final thought You don’t need more time, permission, or talent to bring creativity into your life. You just need curiosity — and the willingness to try something small. Because ambition doesn’t have to come at the expense of joy. /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39547595

Navid Moosa: Building Freedom Through Real Estate and Bold Action 12/22/2025

Navid Moosa: Building Freedom Through Real Estate and Bold Action What if the freedom you want isn’t on the other side of a perfect plan… but on the other side of your next move? This week on No More Mondays, Angie is joined by Navid Moosa — real estate investor, serial entrepreneur, and living proof that you don’t need a trust fund, a head start, or a shiny roadmap to build a life on your terms. Navid has spent more than 20 years in real estate, closing over $1B in deals and building a portfolio of 300+ doors — and that’s just one lane. He’s also built multiple businesses (yes, including a taco truck), created a trademarked investment method, and developed a practical framework for mindset + discipline + time management + action. But the most compelling part of Navid’s story? He built it while navigating cultural expectations, family pressure, limited resources, and very real early setbacks — including being screwed over by someone he trusted when he first tried to break into the industry. This episode is for anyone who feels behind, stuck in comparison syndrome, or trapped between “safe” and “I know I’m meant for more.” In this conversation, you’ll hear: The moment Navid realized he was done playing the corporate game What it’s like to grow up first-generation with competing expectations and “normal” constraints Why he believes you’re “damned either way”… so you might as well do what’s right for you How he got started in real estate with limited resources (and early hard lessons) “Pick your struggle” — and why freedom always comes with a price A practical reframe for overthinkers: write your fear… then write the opposite Why perfectionism is often just procrastination in better clothes Balance vs. harmony — and how Navid structures his week across multiple businesses The shift from “I’m doing this for them” to “I’m doing this for me” (and why that’s not selfish) If you’ve been waiting for permission, clarity, or a guarantee… this one will lovingly call you out. Because you don’t need everything to start. You just need to start. /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39468990

Midweek Momentum: Stop Caring What People Think with Liam Darmody 12/17/2025

Growth, Hustle, and Being Your Own BFF with Bonnie Morlak 12/15/2025

Growth, Hustle, and Being Your Own BFF with Bonnie Morlak What happens when the business you’ve built starts to feel like the thing that’s holding you back? This week on No More Mondays, I’m joined by Bonny Morlak—startup coach, founder, and fellow real-talk enthusiast—for a conversation about what it really means to scale a business, stay sane, and stop being the bottleneck in your own success story. Bonny is a two-time Global Startup Coach of the Year, a 2025 Momentum Award winner (shoutout, Modern Coach fam!), and someone who’s seen the full arc: from launching companies to burning out, to rebuilding from the ground up in a way that actually felt good. This isn’t your typical hustle culture episode. We’re calling BS on the idea that productivity equals worth, exploring how our cultural wiring feeds burnout, and digging into what it looks like to define success on your terms. We get into: The difference between growth and grind (and how to spot it) Why “doing it all” is a red flag, not a badge of honor How founder mindset becomes the biggest barrier to scale What to do when the universe goes from subtle tap to full-on slap Why every entrepreneur needs to step out of the echo chamber You’ll also hear Bonny’s take on calendar audits, naming your North Star, and why the loudest voice in your life should be your own (but in a good way). Whether you’re scaling a business or just trying to stay human while chasing something big, this one’s a permission slip and a perspective shift. 🎧 Mentioned in this episode: 📘 Scary Good: Discovering Life Beyond the Sunday Scaries → 📺 Bonny’s YouTube channel → Just search Bonny Morlak 👥 Want to join a community of coaches who get it? → 🎙 About the Show: No More Mondays is the podcast where we explore the human side of modern work so you can design a life, career, or business that’s intentionally yours. 🙋‍♀️ Hosted by: Angie Callen Follow Angie on LinkedIn → /episode/index/show/nomoremondays/id/39386795