The Purpose Playbook Podcast

"Everyone has a calling. And your real job is to figure out as soon as possible what it is" - Oprah Winfrey. Imagine waking up every morning filled with clarity and excitement around what you can do, create, and contribute? That's the promise of purpose. Each episode, host Alexandra Cole sits down with ordinary people living extraordinary lives because they learned to listen to the little voice inside their head, overcome their fears, and design their life around what matters most. She shares inspirational stories and tons of actionable tips on how to stop settling for "fine" and start living ON PURPOSE.

Ep 15 - Combining Purpose & Profit with Yunus Social Business CEO Saskia Bruysten 06/16/2020

Ep 15 - Combining Purpose & Profit with Yunus Social Business CEO Saskia Bruysten Saskia Bruysten is the CEO and co-founder of Yunus Social Business, a philanthropic venture fund that turns donations into investments in sustainable social businesses. She describes her purpose as “changing the powerful animal that is capitalism for the better.” /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/14852231

Ep 14 - How to practice purposeful money management with Financial Planner Natalie Taylor 06/09/2020

Ep 14 - How to practice purposeful money management with Financial Planner Natalie Taylor Natalie Taylor is a Financial Planner and Public Speaker. Her personal purpose is to help individuals, couples, and families cultivate a plan for their finances based on their values and goals. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/14761550

Ep 13 - How to become happier at work with Claire Lew 05/20/2020

Ep 13 - How to become happier at work with Claire Lew Claire Lew is the CEO of Know Your Team, a software tool that helps business owners and managers build happier, more productive companies. In this episode, we dive into all topics related to purpose at work, including Claire’s personal story, how to overcome fear around career decisions, and tactical tips for having more effective conversations with a manager. If you are at a crossroads in your career and wondering how to find more fulfillment where you're at, this episode is a must-listen! /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/14501192

Ep 12 - Knowing when it's time to quit your day job with Freckled Foodie Cameron Rogers 05/05/2020

Ep 12 - Knowing when it's time to quit your day job with Freckled Foodie Cameron Rogers Cameron Rogers is a certified health coach and content creator on a mission to make healthy living approachable through her Freckled Foodie brand. In this episode, we talk about what it was like to quit her job in banking and the steps she took to prepare for this moment, we talk about the early days of launching a personal brand and how she crafted her elevator pitch, and how the Freckled Foodie has given her a platform to make an impact. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/14299205

Ep 11 - Investing in the people that matter most with Aurate founder Sophie Kahn 04/28/2020

Ep 11 - Investing in the people that matter most with Aurate founder Sophie Kahn Sophie Kahn is founder of Aurate, a direct-to-consumer fine jewelry brand. She is also a trailblazer and one of the most impressive ladybosses I have ever met. In this episode, we talk about Sophie’s personal journey and her thoughtful approach to building the Aurate brand and team. We talk about the importance of having a “Purpose Pack” and how to cultivate quality relationships by prioritizing the people that matter most. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/14188760

Ep 10 - Building momentum one step at a time with ultra-marathoner Kris Brown 04/14/2020

Ep 10 - Building momentum one step at a time with ultra-marathoner Kris Brown For Kris Brown, living on purpose involves two all-consuming careers: ultramarathons and hospitality. In this episode, we talk about how Kris “fell into” long-distance running and why he still works in the restaurant business, despite threatening to quit countless times. We talk about what he’s learned from managing kitchen crises, the difference between structure and discipline, and how Kris builds momentum when he’s been out of the game for a little while. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13987982

Ep 9 - Taking calculated risks in the name of purpose with Christine Amorose Merrill 03/31/2020

Ep 9 - Taking calculated risks in the name of purpose with Christine Amorose Merrill A few months after graduating college, Christine Amorose Merrill left her corporate job to travel the world and blog about it. While she has no regrets about exploring and eating her way across the globe, she ultimately decided that she is happiest in an environment that offers more structure and financial security. In this episode, we talk about how to pursue your passion without compromising your financial security, her decision to stop blogging, and why it’s so important to lean into what brings you jo /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13790156

Ep 8 - Overcoming expectations to live out your purpose with Tim Sae Koo 03/24/2020

Ep 8 - Overcoming expectations to live out your purpose with Tim Sae Koo After bootstrapping and successfully exiting his first tech startup (TINT) in Silicon Valley at age 27, Tim Sae Koo went on a journey to heal and let go of his tendency to create to prove himself, instead of creating from love. In this episode, we talk about what Tim learned and the tools that are supporting his transformation. We talk about overcoming expectations of the people who love us most, how Tim defines his purpose and how he continues to course correct in order stay true to himself. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13685264

Ep 7 - Having it all without losing yourself along the way with Nell Diamond 03/17/2020

Ep 7 - Having it all without losing yourself along the way with Nell Diamond Nell is the Founder and CEO of Hill House Home, a modern home and lifestyle brand. In this episode, we talk about her journey to entrepreneurship, how becoming a mom changed her approach to life and business, the guilt she experiences from time to time (spoiler alert: it’s not mom guilt) as well as how she elevates her mood when she has the blues. I was struck by how self-aware and thoughtful Nell has been about staying true to herself and her purpose, while consistently venturing out of her comfort zone /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13584872

Ep 6 - Awakening Your Alter Ego with Tara Romano 03/04/2020

Ep 6 - Awakening Your Alter Ego with Tara Romano Tara is a women’s empowerment advocate who uses dance as her main medium to get women to channel their fearless “alter ego” and learn to love every part of their perfectly imperfect selves. She also has a wildly successful YouTube channel and network marketing business. In this episode, we cover everything from self-sabotage and universal fears, to the power of play and movement. Tara's energy is infectious and her life experiences have gifted her with invaluable insight around living a purpose-driven /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13404050

Ep 5 - Create Space for What Matters Most with Desirae Endres 02/26/2020

Ep 5 - Create Space for What Matters Most with Desirae Endres Desirae is the founder of Minimal-ish, a lifestyle brand and podcast that is helping men and women live with less so they can make room for what matters most. In this episode, she talks about her personal journey to minimalism and some of the resistance she faced along the way. She shares her favorite rituals and tons of #purposeplays to help you take control of your time and use minimalism as a tool for living on purpose. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/13302173

Ep 4 - How to Train Your Confidence Muscle with JJ Barrows 02/19/2020

Ep 4 - How to Train Your Confidence Muscle with JJ Barrows JJ Barrows is an artist, writer, standup comedian and all-round wonderful human. She describes how she fell in love with the art of comedy, how she gets out of a rut, trains her confidence muscle, and how validating her own worth and her feelings has helped her support others more genuinely. This episode is filled with PurposePlays, including the power of becoming your own best friend instead of your own worst enemy. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/12702434

Ep 3 - How to Live Your Life Full Out with Samantha Jo Harvey 02/04/2020

Ep 3 - How to Live Your Life Full Out with Samantha Jo Harvey Sam is the epitome of a multi-passionate entrepreneur. She’s a professional dancer, certified life coach, speaker, and Regional Vice President with Arbonne. In this episode, we talk about her divorce and what ultimately led her to stand up for herself, how she balances a portfolio of careers, the role journaling has played in her life, the benefits of cultivating self-discipline and the art of living life FULL OUT. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/12698159

Ep 2 - Empowering Lessons on Life and Money from Donna Ibarra 01/20/2020

Ep 2 - Empowering Lessons on Life and Money from Donna Ibarra Donna Ibarra is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, but she is not your average advisor. She's dedicated her career to providing women with the financial education and support that her family was never fortunate enough to receive. In this episode, we talk about her experience emigrating from China to the U.S., the power of practicing smart money management, the importance of positive self talk, and her recommendations for staying committed to your purpose (even when life gets in the way). /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/12687353

Ep 1 - Welcome to the Purpose Playbook Podcast! 01/11/2020

Ep 1 - Welcome to the Purpose Playbook Podcast! In this inaugural episode, you will be introduced to your host Alexandra Cole and her journey to launching this podcast. She shares her definition of purpose, how you can use the Sweet Spot framework to start identifying your own "why" and what to expect from The Purpose Playbook Podcast in the future. /episode/index/show/purposeplaybook/id/12698120

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