New beginnings are something we all experience and they can be really exciting but also feel really shaky and a bit scary even because of all the uncertainty that comes with them. In this episode I’ll give you ways that you can prepare for your new beginning so that you can move forward into the next chapter of your life with courage, intention, and enthusiasm. Resources: Random Acts of Kindness: 20 Things You Can Do Today to Make the World a Better Place- Episode 67 Lead a Life You Can Love Give Yourself Some Grace- Episode 66 Lead a Life You Can LoveSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you’re like me and you look for ways you can spread kindness in the world, this episode is sure to give you some inspiration on random acts of kindness that you can do today to make the world a better place. Helping other people through random acts of kindness is so good for our own mental and physical health. So not only is it a great way to make the world around you a better place, but it’s a great way to help yourself live a happier more fulfilled life too. Tune in for 20 awesome ideas you can do anytime to make someone else feel good and to make yourself feel good too! Resources: Self Care Planner by Simple Self Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you’re your own harshest critic and you’re constantly beating yourself up in life, you’re not alone my friend and you need to hear this episode. Learning to give yourself some grace as you journey towards becoming the best version of yourself is so important and truly necessary if you want to flourish and thrive. So, tune in for some practical steps you can take to embrace a mindset of self-compassion and to learn to give yourself some much deserved grace. Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Feeling like you’re slacking on your goals or like you lost focus of what’s really important to you in life? This episode is all about how to clear the clutter in your mind and in your home so that you can get refocused and reenergized around who you want to show up as this year.Clutter and mess equal overwhelm and stress so tune in to this episode for tips on clearing your mind and cleaning your house so the garden in your mind can thrive and your physical space can shine. You’ll feel happier and calmer after you do your spring cleaning of your mind and home. Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Struggle with staying consistent? Then tune in to this episode because if you want to be successful, consistency is KEY. You'll learn about all the ways being consistent benefits you, in your personal and professional life, and you'll learn steps you can take to strengthen your consistency skillset so that you can start creating real results in your life. Consistency is WAY more important than being perfect. It's having a mindset of progress over perfection. If you can learn to embrace consistency as a way of life, you'll no doubt reach your highest and true potential!Resources:5 Ways to Become More Disciplined- Episode 59Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you struggle to find meaning or experience joy in the work that you do and you're ready to find a career you can be fulfilled by, then this is the episode for you. We spend too much of our lives working to dread what we do. Work can be about so much more than the paycheck. Finding a career you can love is possible for you and I'll share how in this episode. Resources:Build the Life You Want by Arthur C. Brooks & Oprah Winfrey Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Having a great professional reputation is what will help differentiate you from the rest and what will support you in all your future career success, whether you work for an organization or for yourself. In this episode I’ll cover some ways you can build your professional reputation into one that you can be proud of and one that will help you get as far as you want to get in your career.  We’ll explore how to be your own brand ambassador, the importance of having a positive attitude and how you can improve yours, why being a collaborator is so beneficial, how to best present yourself in person and on social media, why taking initiative and seeking to be challenged is so important, and why investing in yourself is crucial to your long term success.Resources:The Secrets to Creating Magic in Our Lives with Lee Cockerell from a Career at DisneySupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Whether you've just started looking for that special someone or you're years into a long term relationship, this episode is for you. We'll explore what love is all about; what it means, how to find it, and how to nurture it. Episode Highlights: How your values contribute to the success or failure of a relationshipQuestions to strengthen your relationship Don't make your partner solely responsible for your happiness How love is a choice. You get to choose your soulmate.How to keep your relationship exciting The importance of love languagesResources: Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown 8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let it Go by Jay Shetty The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-love-2795343https://www.scienceofpeople.com/soulmate/https://news.stanford.edu/2019/08/21/online-dating-popular-way-u-s-couples-meet/https://www.jayshetty.me/blog/jay-shetty-on-7-questions-to-deepen-any-relationship https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ed-mylett-show/id1181233130 Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Do you often look at other people and wonder how they’re so confident and wish you had more of that? Well, you CAN have more confidence because it’s a skill you can build, not something you were either born with or not.  And it’s no wonder you want more of it. Confidence can benefit you in so many ways and in so many areas of your life; like your relationships, your career, your influence, and more! Join me for a deep dive into what confidence is all about (Spoiler Alert: It's about so much more than just believing in yourself!) and learn ways you can start building your confidence so that you can lead the life you want to live. Resources:Mel Robbins on Confidence- LinkedIn Course Confidence Competence Loop ResearchAttitude of Gratitude- Episode 8, Lead a Life You Can LoveWhy You Should Take a Friendventory- Episode 41, Lead a Life You Can LoveDefinition of Confidence Merriam-Webster Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you struggle with staying disciplined, you’re not alone. Having discipline isn’t something you were either born with or not. It’s a learned behavior.  If you want to make discipline your new habit and kick procrastination to the curb, then tune in! In this episode I’ll give you 5 ways you can become more disciplined so that you can start to achieve those goals, have that morning routine you’ve been striving for, and create those big results you’ve been hoping for in your career and life as a whole. Resources: Episode 55: How to Set Goals That Matter Mindful Self-Discipline App Definition of Discipline-Merriam-WebsterDefinition of Discipline-Oxford English DictionarySupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you’re anything like me, you don’t like waiting. And the fact of the matter is, we spend most of our lives waiting. Waiting for the next milestone in our lives to come around, waiting for the results to come from the goals we’re working towards, waiting in line for something. And if you struggle with being patience like I do and find yourself rushing through life, this episode just might be the one for you. I’m making an effort to practice more patience in my life by SLOWING DOWN, and I’m pretty sure that by doing so, I’ll experience more joy, more peace of mind, and a whole lot less stress in the process.  Life is about the journey, not the destination. So, if you’re ready to slow down too and start enjoying more of your life (even when you’re waiting), join me for a discussion around what patience is all about and how to cultivate more of it in your life. Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

At the end of every year and the start of a new one, it's SO important for our personal growth that we pause and reflect on the year we had. This episode gives you 10 powerful questions you can ask yourself to help guide you through this reflection, for deep learning and incredible growth ,so that you can make the new year ahead your BEST YEAR EVER! Cheers to that!Resources:Episode 55-How to Set Goals That Matter Episode 50- How to Navigate Your Career Transition with Confidence with Laura TerrellSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Sometimes in life things just don’t go our way. Our plans and all our good intentions just go out the window, because as much as we’d like to believe we’re in control, we’re just not. The universe sometimes has another plan working that we know nothing about. And that can at times, be a hard truth to accept,  Tune in to this episode for 5 ways you can deal with it when things just don’t go your way. Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you’ve ever found yourself questioning whether the goals you’re setting are the "right" goals or if you’re tired of setting the same goals over and over again to no avail, this episode is for you. There’s more to setting goals then just stating something you want to achieve. You need to make sure you’re clear on why the goals you’re setting are meaningful enough for you to stay motivated to go after. I’ll give you 3 powerful questions for clarity you can ask yourself about every goal you set, and I’ll share a proven method for making sure the goal you set is one you can successfully follow through on.If you want to feel confident that you’re moving in the direction of that life you want for yourself, then this is an episode you don’t want to miss!Resources: Goal Setting- Episode 6 of Lead a Life You Can LoveSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

We all struggle with feeling overwhelmed at times. That feeling that everything around us is happening faster than we can keep up. Like we’re drowning in a sea of todos and just desperately need someone to toss us a life raft. Not a fun place to be. I know from experience. It’s important for us to know how to identify the signs that we’re overwhelmed and what might be causing it so that we can work to beat it before it completely stops us in our tracks and sets us back on our goals. In this episode we’ll dive deep into the symptoms, causes, and most importantly; how to deal with the overwhelm in healthy ways that are easy for you to implement in your everyday life. You’ll walk away with 10 actionable things you can start doing right now to overcome the overwhelm and move forward in life feeling lighter and less stressed. Resources: Understanding & Building Your Self Worth Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you've ever been afraid to start something new because you felt like you just weren't "ready", this episode is for you! It's all about how to embrace taking action EVEN WHEN you don't feel completely ready. Stop letting the belief that you're not ready be a barrier to your success and start taking action on your dreams now! Because the Universe wouldn't be presenting that opportunity to you in the first place if you weren't ready. What you can expect to hear: How to accept uncertainty How to stop letting perfectionism hold you back How to embrace failure as part of growth  How setting realistic expectations will get you so much furtherHow to avoid overwhelm with starting something newHow it's all about progress over perfection The importance of having a growth mindset if you want to love yourself moreResources: How to Stop Making Excuses So You Can Start Living Your Best LifeSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you’ve ever crafted an elaborate excuse to get out of doing something important or you've ever made an excuse for why you're not where you want to be, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there at one point or another and these creative and convincing excuses hold us back from reaching our full potential.  Its time to break free from the excuse making cycle so you can start living your best life and this episode will give you plenty of ways you can stop making excuses so that you can get out of your own way and start finally creating the results you want in your life. Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

If you struggle with feeling like you’re not good enough and your sense of self-worth isn’t where you want it to be, you're not alone. In this episode we'll explore what self-worth is all about and I’ll give you tips and questions you can ask yourself to help build your self-worth. And I’ll tell you all of what self- worth ISN’T so that you can start measuring it the way it was meant to be measured; internally, by you and you alone! Get ready to feel empowered! Episode Highlights:Difference between self-worth and self-esteem.All the things you shouldn’t be attaching your self worth to but just might be.How I measured my self-worth according to my productivity and got past it.How knowing your values guides you to setting healthy boundaries.How to stay out of comparison and only accept constructive criticism.Resources:You Are A Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living An Awesome Life by Jen Sincero Episode Link: How Knowing Your Values Can Change Your LifeDefinition of Self Worth: Merriam Webster Dictionary Support the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Career transitions are challenging enough so it’s important that you feel confident you’re making the right choice for yourself. You likely want to know that the choice you're making is aligned with the things that matter most to you and with the vision you have for your life. So, if you’re working on gaining clarity and building confidence around your career transition, and you want to know that you’re doing everything you can to best prepare for the changes ahead, then this episode is for you!Guest speaker & fellow Coach, Laura Terrell and I will explore how to navigate your career transition with confidence, healthy curiosity, and self awareness; based on our own experiences with charting a new course in our own lives.And we'll provide action steps you can take from the time your new career is just a daydream, to the point where you’ve landed that new job (or created it for yourself). Because transitioning from one career to another isn’t just about how to score that new job, it’s about how to successfully reestablish yourself in that new position after you’ve been hired.Episode Highlights:Key questions for getting clear on what's important to you in a career.How to know if the career you've chosen is the right career for you.How the interview process is a two way street.Specific and detailed interview questions to ask for ensuring it's the right fit.The opportunity to rebrand yourself and how to successfully do this.Referring back to what's succeeded in the past; a powerful way to help yourself move forward. How to create a plan and intention for how you want to show up in your new job.Laura Terrell Bio:Executive Coach, Laura Terrell was a former special assistant to the President at the White House, a senior level appointee at the US Department of Justice, an equity partner in two large global law firms, an in house counsel at a major global consulting and business advisory firm, and a top advisor for many fortune 500 companies.Resources: LauraTerrell.comConnect with Laura Terrell on LinkedInSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call

Time is one of the few things that we all get the same amount of. And what we do with our time determines the kind of life we live. It determines whether we accomplish our goals and live the life we envision for ourselves or not. Are you spending your time in a meaningful way? Or are you wondering where all your time is going and hearing yourself say “I don’t have enough time” all too often. In this episode we'll explore ways you can start to get focused on what really matters, how to set healthy boundaries around how you spend your time, how to eliminate the distractions in your life and stop procrastinating, along with some best practices on how you can better manage your time day to day in a way that feels good.Episode Highlights: Where to start with ensuring you spend your time meaningfullyThe two kinds of time according to the Greeks and being more present to experience time that "stands still"How knowing when your brain power is at its best helps you structure your dayWhy you're procrastinating and how to stopHow to use a time tracker to find out where your time is goingHow to prioritize and plan for how you spend your timeQuestions you can ask yourself to help you respect your boundariesHow putting less on your plate each day will help you get more doneResources: How to Create a Map For Your Life's Vision-All Things Leadership Episode Do Less by Kate NorthrupDavid Rock- Your Brain At Work MarieForleo.comSupport the Show.Contact:Book a Complimentary Discovery Call JamieSmithCoaching.comFacebook LinkedInInstagramBecome a Supporter of Lead a Life You Can LoveSuggestion or topic you'd like to hear me explore?Send it to Jamie@JamieSmithCoaching.com Interested in being a Guest Speaker or a Sponsor? Click here to book a Podcast Introductory Call