This episode is an honest conversation with Dr. Sascha Kowalenko, a clinical psychologist and entrepreneurial coach, who helps entrepreneurs navigate the emotional highs and lows of running a business. We explore the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly when doubt, fear, and burnout creep in.

Together, we break down how to navigate these emotional waves using intentionality, self-awareness, and actionable strategies, including Sascha’s N.E.S.T.S.S.S Framework (Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep, Time for self/others, Support, Cyclical awareness, and Seasons of life). It’s a heartfelt conversation about embracing humanity in the entrepreneurial journey, building resilience, and taking radical responsibility for your growth—all with compassion.

1. Lead with Self-Compassion: When facing tough times, place a hand on your heart, acknowledge your feelings, and remind yourself that it’s okay to be where you are.
2. Optimize Your Foundations: Regularly assess your N.E.S.T.S.S.S. foundation: nutrition, exercise, sleep, time, support, cycle, and seasons; and address the areas that need care. Your habits fuel resilience.
3. Change Your State to Change Your Perspective: Movement like walking or simple breathing exercises can reset your brain, helping you respond to challenges instead of reacting to them.
4. Audit Your Alignment: Regularly ask yourself if your life and business are aligned with your values and purpose. If not, make small adjustments to bring them back on track.
5. Own the Driver’s Seat with Grace: Take radical responsibility for your life while giving yourself compassion for the challenges you’ve faced. Progress is built one intentional step at a time.

Follow Dr. Sascha on Instagram (@dr.sascha.k) for more profound insights into mental wellness and entrepreneurship.

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Entrepreneurship
00:16 Meet Sascha: The Mindset Queen
00:39 Daily Habits for Harmony
00:54 Connecting with Your Mission
01:24 Building Resilience Through Episodic Memory
01:34 Feelings Get to Ride, Not Drive
02:20 Navigating Doubt and Fear in Entrepreneurship
02:35 The Power of Perspective
03:56 Authenticity and Vulnerability
07:46 The Importance of Community
30:30 Taking Control of Your Well-being
31:08 The Power of Movement and Neurochemicals
32:22 Balancing the Brain for Optimal Performance
33:47 Zooming Out for Perspective
35:51 Reevaluating Your Business and Life
38:32 Aligning Business with Personal Design
39:34 Understanding Neurodiversity in Entrepreneurship
41:08 The Importance of Self-Acceptance
41:39 Reconnecting with Your Mission and Values
42:46 Small Steps to Big Changes
45:55 The Role of Emotional Regulation
48:33 Knowing Yourself Deeply
50:41 The Impact of Early Life Experiences
53:27 Embracing Your Unique Brain Design
01:07:02 Aligning Life with Values
01:13:38 Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches
01:17:28 Radical Responsibility and Self-Compassion

This is a rerun episode, and trust me, it’s one you’ll want to hear again.

The holiday season can bring all kinds of emotions—joy, stress, even overwhelm—and as entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get caught in the hustle or feel the weight of year-end pressures. In this episode, I reflect on how to use the natural pause of the holidays to reset, realign, and prepare for your best year yet.

We talk about prioritizing presence, gratitude, and clarity—not just for the New Year but starting today. Treat yourself like the MVP of your team because you are the foundation of your success. Let’s create habits and environments that truly serve you and set you up to win.

Five Game-Changing Action Steps

1. Master the Art of Pausing: Use the holidays to intentionally step back, reflect, and identify what habits and routines no longer serve you.
2. Treat Yourself Like the Star Player: Commit to self-care and invest in your growth as if you’re the highest-paid athlete on your team.
3. Embrace Gratitude as a Tool: Start each day by celebrating your wins, no matter how small, to foster a positive mindset and momentum.
4. Redesign Your Environment: Use this time to clean up physical and mental spaces, creating an environment that supports your vision and goals.
5. Set Goals with Today in Mind: Forget waiting for January 1—begin now by making decisions and commitments that align with the life you want to build.

Follow me on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant for more reflections and strategies to crush your goals in 2025.

Listen, reflect, and take action. Let this holiday season be the reset you need to start building your dream life today. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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We’ve made it easy to see George’s top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George’s top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships.

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Questions or comments about the episode? I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:00 Welcome to the Holiday Season
00:08 Balancing Emotions During the Holidays
00:46 The Gift of Forced Reflection
01:04 Emotional Weight and Financial Strain
01:17 Building a Business That Supports Life
01:47 Reflecting on the Past Year
02:09 Shifting Mindset and Practicing Presence
02:30 Starting the New Year Today
05:05 Powerful Reminders for the Holidays
07:28 Looking Ahead to the New Year

Welcome back, my friends! This rerun from 2022 is so good we had to bring it back. In this episode, I chat with the one and only Taki Moore—the Bruce Lee of entrepreneurship and creator of The World's #1 Marketing System for Coaches and Consultants. Taki is a father of six, a taco enthusiast, and a master at turning ideas into recurring revenue machines.

We talk about stepping off the hustle hamster wheel and becoming a "life artist," treating every moment in business as an opportunity for clarity and impact. Taki also shares the powerful difference between running your business like a church vs. a gas station (yes, it’s a game-changer!).

Tune in to learn more about…

1. Think Like a Life Artist: Approach business with intention and creativity, treating every moment as an opportunity to create impact.
2. Shift from Hustle to Purpose: Replace the grind mindset with a clear, purposeful approach that aligns your actions with your long-term goals.
3. Master the 3-Step Revenue System: Learn Taki’s framework for turning ideas into recurring revenue—structure, simplify, scale.
4. Run Your Business Like a Church: Focus on creating a community and a mission-driven approach, rather than transactional interactions.
5. Use Marketing as a Catalyst: View marketing not as a task but as a tool to amplify your impact and change more lives.

Follow me on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant and make sure to connect with Taki Moore at @takimoore or through his website for more gems. Trust me, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to take action.

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We weren’t meant to do this alone… Whether it be business, relationships, or life. This is why this is an invitation for you…to join us inside the Relationships Beat Algorithms Alliance!!!

Click here for a summary of the Alliance because if you're coming here into the show notes, there's a good chance you already know! ;)

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We’ve made it easy to see George’s top 10 book recommendations! Click here to find George’s top 10 recommended books for mindset, customer journey, and relationships.

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Questions or comments about the episode? I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:19 Meet the Business Mentor: Taki
00:42 The Overwhelm of Ideas and Procrastination
01:22 Taki's Three-Step System for Success
01:39 Running a Business Like a Life Artist
01:50 Focused Entrepreneurship: Simplify and Lead
02:43 The Journey of Friendship and Mutual Respect
04:38 The Fast Version of Taki's Story
05:18 From Kids Coaching to Business Coaching
06:17 Traveling the World with Family
08:33 The Magic of Croatia, Japan, and Morocco
11:15 Running a Business from Anywhere
15:54 The Simplicity of Scaling a Business
21:02 The Early Days of Marketing and Coaching
36:48 The Six-Week Cycle: Staying Agile
37:52 Pirate Ship vs. Navy: Business Operations
40:00 The Big Easy: Prioritizing Impact
43:05 Trusting the Process: Idea Validation
45:57 Simplifying Strategies: Pen and Paper
48:34 Momentum and Flow: Getting Things Done
51:17 Business as Art: Full Expression
54:30 Obsessed with Quality: The Disneyland Effect
58:59 Customer Journey: Backend to Frontend
01:10:01 The Best Tacos and Burgers: A Culinary Journey