The Limitless Podcast

What do you do when life and business hit the fan and everything that could go wrong does? We’ve all been there—the messy rock bottom that no one ever wants to talk about, but we do. Let’s face it, this is the raw stuff you never see online. Together with Alex Vailas, SVP of Brand Marketing for DYPER™, we dive into how Alex used intuitive decision-making through divorce, career shifts, and choosing to work at a startup over Google, which led her to finding true peace and fulfillment on her terms. Alex, with her unique blend of personal experience and entrepreneurial insight, shares invaluable lessons on trusting your intuition during life's toughest moments. This episode covers an array of topics, from the emotional turmoil of a difficult divorce to the bold career shifts that led Alex to pass on a job at Google in favor of joining a startup. Alex takes us under her wing as we explore practical techniques for intuitive decision-making, the surprising breakthroughs that can come from following your gut, and the resilience required to bounce back stronger. We delve into the nuances of making life-changing decisions, the art of aligning your career with your inner guidance, and the fulfillment that comes from choosing the path less traveled. Alex is responsible for building a generation-defining CPG brand that makes diapers and baby products that are kind to babies and our planet. She successfully helped steward DYPER™ into mass retail stores like Whole Foods, Walmart, and Target. Additionally, Alex is an influencer marketing veteran with over 15 years of experience and over one million followers. She has executed many brand partnerships with top-tier brands like Target, Anthropologie, and Home Depot. Outside of work, she supports women through pivotal moments of change and reinvention through her coaching business and by volunteering with Fresh Start. Most importantly, Alex enjoys spending time with her two kids. If you're currently going through a messy bottom in business or life, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and join us on this journey into the transformative power of intuition and the pursuit of a life filled with peace and fulfillment. 0:00 Alex's Backstory On How She Hit Her Messy Bottom 2:26 Navigating Your Rock Bottom By Learning How To Make Intuitive Decisions  8:29 The Power of Radical Self Trust When Shit Hits The Fan in Life 13:03 How To Embrace Change When It's Terrifying & Let Go of Old Narratives Holding You Back  37:33 The Way Through It Is Radical Honesty With Yourself  41:44 Living In Fulfillment vs Chasing The Next Accomplishment  48:08 What Finding Peace & Power Looks Like When You're Ambitious  55:52 How To Integrate Intuition With Strategy To Connect with Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-vailas/ https://www.instagram.com/avestyles  JOIN THE POWERHOUSE MEMBERSHIP $97 HERE WORK WITH ME 1-1 HERE SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR FUTURE EPISODES HERE SIGN UP FOR THE AW PERSPECTIVE NEWSLETTER HERE CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram Follow on TikTok

There's no manual to navigating a major life event and running a business at the same time. In this episode I share the two things that helped me when I was balancing grief and business 1 year ago today.  The 4 types of life events that I see stop ambitious founders in their tracks  The identity cage of "I won't let this effect my business" Giving yourself permission to expand your identity and redefine success  Establishing new values and priorities Practical implantation: Neutralizing your reactions and decision making   ________________________________________________________________________________________________ JOIN STOP THE SPIRAL 4 WEEK CHALLENGE $59 https://theawcreative.com/stop-the-spiral JOIN THE BALANCED ENTREPRENEUR MEMBERSHIP $59 https://theawcreative.com/the-balanced-entrepreneur-membership TAKE THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT QUIZ - Find your next step towards balance https://theawcreative.com/balance-blueprint-quiz WORK WITH ME 1-1 https://theawcreative.com/contact SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR FUTURE EPISODES https://forms.gle/tnzjc3EoGLun1C3L8 CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

This Is For You If You Find Yourself In A Spiral, Being Triggered, Or In A Meltdown With No Idea How To Get Out Of It. I Know Because I've Been There One Too Many Times As A Recovering Perfectionist & People Pleaser. But I'm excited to report that there IS a way out of the emotional roller coaster. You DO NOT need to be at the mercy of your spiraling thoughts, and I've developed a 4 step process that has truly changed my business and personal life. In This Episode, We Deep Dive Into: How to stop spending hours, days, and weeks in a spiral and cut it in half as it's happening. Therefore restoring your inner peace and reclaiming your success.  How to triple your business without tripling your problems - the long-term consequences of quick fix scarcity decisions vs sustainable solution decision-making  How to become a decision-sorting machine with scarcity vs intuitive thoughts - thus finding clarity in chaos  4 Steps To Stop The Spiral  Want my personal help in implementing and helping your STOP THE SPIRAL? Join me in the STOP THE SPIRAL 4 WEEK CHALLENGE inside of The Balanced Entrepreneur Membership. 4 Weeks To Reset, Realign, Revitalize Your Ambition & Restore Your Inner Peace. CHECK IT OUT HERE: https://theawcreative.com/stop-the-spiral ________________________________________________________________________________________________ JOIN STOP THE SPIRAL 4 WEEK CHALLENGE $97 https://theawcreative.com/stop-the-spiral JOIN THE BALANCED ENTREPRENEUR MEMBERSHIP $97 https://theawcreative.com/the-balanced-entrepreneur-membership TAKE THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT QUIZ - Find your next step towards balance https://theawcreative.com/balance-blueprint-quiz WORK WITH ME 1-1 https://theawcreative.com/contact SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR FUTURE EPISODES https://forms.gle/tnzjc3EoGLun1C3L8 CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

Today we’re going to go over what doing the “work" on yourself actually is in a very no- nonsense way, the misconceptions around it, and how to integrate action and alignment into your business and life for more profit, purpose, and peace in a very tangible way.  Use emotions to amplify success, not sabotage Your priority should be inner work over strategy if you find yourself saying   Why Mindset or Inner Healing Sounds like BS  The inner work for entrepreneurs comes down to 3 areas - here’s the action + alignment approach  The problem with being 100% strategy focused - what it’s costing you profit, peace The Balance Blueprint Framework Broken Down ________________________________________________________________________________________________ JOIN STOP THE SPIRAL 4 WEEK CHALLENGE $97 https://theawcreative.com/stop-the-spiral JOIN THE BALANCED ENTREPRENEUR MEMBERSHIP $97 https://theawcreative.com/the-balanced-entrepreneur-membership TAKE THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT QUIZ - Find your next step towards balance https://theawcreative.com/balance-blueprint-quiz WORK WITH ME 1-1 https://theawcreative.com/contact SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR FUTURE EPISODES https://forms.gle/tnzjc3EoGLun1C3L8 CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

SURPRISE! I'm moving from NYC to the South of France on New Years Eve 2023.  Dive into the conversation...  Why I'm moving after 13 years in NYC How I went from spiraling to neutralized emotions in under 4 hours (4 step formula) Cultivating Your Intuition Muscle and Co-Creating With It  The difference between escaping & taking a leap of faith  The logistics of my move  ________________________________________________________________________________________________ JOIN THE BALANCED ENTREPRENEUR MEMBERSHIP https://theawcreative.com/the-balanced-entrepreneur-membership TAKE THE BALANCE BLUEPRINT QUIZ - Find your next step towards balance https://theawcreative.com/balance-blueprint-quiz WORK WITH ME 1-1 https://theawcreative.com/contact SUBMIT QUESTIONS FOR FUTURE EPISODES https://forms.gle/tnzjc3EoGLun1C3L8 CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

The reason why you feel that balance is BS and you’re constantly rolling your eyes at it is because most people see it as something that exists in their physical reality vs inner being. So instead of thinking of balance as a destination and this perfect ratio of resources and time what if we instead see thought balance as an internal baseline that helps us navigate success without sacrificing inner peace no matter what season we’re in. Meaning it has nothing to do with your time management skills and everything to do with your relationship to self. In This Episode We Discuss... 1:11 The misconception of balance as a perfect ratio of time for various activities 4:34 Rethinking balance as your internal basline  8:57 Common myths about balance 16:48 The Rubber Band Theory - You're either living on 0% or 100%  21:22 What your baseline could look like  27:39 4 Steps To Identifying Your Baseline  SUBMIT QUESTIONS: https://forms.gle/tnzjc3EoGLun1C3L8  WORK WITH ME https://theawcreative.com/contact Apply for a 60 Minute call Apply For a 30 Day Intensive (90 Min Strategy Call + 30 Days Voxer Support) 1-1 Coaching CONNECT WITH ANNA Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

"Clarity whispers before it screams. That big AHA moment you're waiting for comes from listening and following the whispers., but the question is do you know  how to listen to them?" - Anna 🔮 Discover the Puzzle of Clarity: Unveil the truth behind achieving clarity and why it's a gradual puzzle-solving process, not an instant revelation. Imagine clarity as interconnected puzzle pieces, revealing the bigger picture as you go. 🌟 The Power of 'Why': Understand the significance of introspection. Dive into your motivations behind your goals, breaking free from the 'shoulds' and tapping into true fulfillment. Explore how aligning with your inner why can lead to sustainable success. ⏳ Slow Down to Speed Up: Explore the concept of slowing down to achieve more. Explore how a sustainable journey towards your goals can lead to greater fulfillment. Shift your perspective from just hitting goals to relishing the entire journey. 🌌 Intuition & Strategy Fusion: Learn to partner with your intuition for clarity. Discover how manifestation is a collaborative relationship with the universe. Acknowledge and follow intuitive signs that guide you towards your goals. 🚀 From Whispers to Roars: Understand that clarity whispers before it becomes a revelation. Embrace those subtle nudges and ideas that often get dismissed. Implement spirituality and strategy to transform whispers into impactful strategies. Discover the synergy of spirituality and strategy, leading to business breakthroughs and personal fulfillment. If these insights resonate, reach out and let's explore how we can work together. Stay tuned for more transformative content!" WORK WITH ME https://theawcreative.com/contact  CONNECT WITH ANNA  Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/  Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

"There’s never a convenient time for change but theres always divine timing for change - Anna" Is there ever a convenient time for change? Discover the transformative power of embracing change amidst life's chaos. Learn how to navigate pain, discomfort, and work while choosing outcomes that align with your goals. 🔑 Embracing Divine Timing: Explore the concept that change operates on its own timing. Dive into the understanding that change isn't about convenience, but rather aligning with a greater purpose. 💡 The Choice of Outcome: Uncover the truth that while pain, discomfort, and work are inevitable, you hold the power to choose the outcome they lead to. Discover how to channel these experiences into growth and fulfillment. 🧭 The CEO Skillset: As a CEO and individual, mastering the skill of finding serenity amidst chaos is crucial. Successful individuals achieve greatness amidst adversity, not just during peace. 🛑 Stagnant Pain vs. Purposeful Pain: Delve into two types of pain: stagnant pain within the comfort zone and purposeful pain driven by growth. Understand why staying in stagnant pain might feel comfortable, yet ultimately leads to unsustainability. 🌟 Embracing Purposeful Pain: Discover the pivotal moment when you're ready to choose purposeful pain. Learn from personal stories of transformation and how this type of pain leads to limitless outcomes and happiness. 🚀 Taking the Leap: Summarize the difference between stagnant pain and purposeful pain. Understand that while purposeful pain may feel heavier initially, it leads to transformative results and a brighter future. 🔍 Looking Ahead: Ask yourself these three crucial questions: How long can you sustain your current state? What's your plan for growth amidst exhaustion? Can your business thrive when you're operating in misery? If you're feeling the call for change but struggling with time and exhaustion, this video offers guidance and insights to help you navigate these challenges. Discover the path to embracing change, even when the timing isn't convenient." WORK WITH ME https://theawcreative.com/contact  CONNECT WITH ANNA  Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/  Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

"In grief I  felt homeless in myself, my life, and my business and goals - none of my WHY's mattered. For the first time in my life my achievements and goals didn't matter to me because I realized they weren't ME. They were just a version of me that wanted to feel good enough." - Anna Join me in this episode has I discuss my 7 week Eat Pray Love Journey in the South of France and how I was able to detach my self worth from my ambition and get grounded in my authentic WHY that has completely changed my business and life.  -Shock to the System - Discovering Your Center: Experience the impact of a system-shaking moment and the importance of disconnecting to rediscover your center. Learn how nourishment, support, and connection play pivotal roles. -Embracing Miracles and Letting Go: Tap into the universe's help and witness miracles in unexpected forms. Release preconceived notions of outcomes and embrace co-creation with the universe. -Embracing Presence and Gratitude: Dive into the art of being present, finding joy in ordinary moments. Learn to appreciate the beauty in everyday experiences, fostering gratitude in your life. -Fostering Fulfillment and Purpose: Detach from external validations and accomplishments. Explore the journey of focusing on your inner self, nurturing fulfillment and purpose beyond titles and milestones. -Embracing Your Authentic Self: Discover how to integrate these transformative lessons into your daily life. Understand the power of stepping away when needed, nurturing deeper connections, and co-creating with the universe. Embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and embracing your authentic self. Learn to find joy, presence, and purpose in every facet of your life. Explore the path of personal development and co-creation, leading to a more fulfilled and intentional existence. WORK WITH ME https://theawcreative.com/contact  CONNECT WITH ANNA  Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawcreative/  Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theawcreative

The reason why you're having a hard time scaling is actually because you're subconsciously afraid to. That's why you've been avoiding long term planning because you can't actually see your business 5-10 years from now. This is the AHA moment my client Elizabeth recently have and it changed everything in her business from mindset to decisions  Listen in as we discuss...  Why she subconsciously was afraid to long term plan even though her business was very successful  How we moved past the block together while scaling her to multi six figures  The cycle of self sabotage, playing victim, and hiding from responsibility in your business  The work of shifting core beliefs, values, and choosing your hard to actually get the outcome you desire  Why selling feels really hard when you preach what you don't embody  Connect with Elizabeth: IG: @elizabethrowanyoga Website: https://www.elizabethrowanyoga.com/home Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Komal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/komalminhas/ Website: https://komal.com/  Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Am I a hypocrite? Is a question I asked myself the other day. The truth is I had a fear of seen SEEN. Putting myself on blast with this one but leaders go first, question themselves & their ego, and share the ugly - not just the good. So let's dive into my recent identity crisis, spiritual awakening, and how I'm owning up to showing up as 100% me.  In this episode, I’m chatting about: - Questioning myself as a leader, Am I embodying what I'm preaching? No - Navigating an Identity crisis & the worst year of my life  - Working through an identity crisis while going through a spiritual awakening  -My fear of being seen and shifting my business  Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Mika: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikamooneylaw/ Website: https://www.mikamooneylaw.com/ Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Lindsay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.quantum.blonde/ Website: https://snipfeed.co/thequantumblonde Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Becca: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackdiamondcopyco/ Website: https://www.blackdiamondcopy.co/ Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Susan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanpadron_stylist/ Website: https://susanpadronstylist.com/create-magic Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Molly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollycarrphotography/ Website: https://mollycarrphotography.com/ Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Connect with Bethany: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanyworksdesign/ Website: https://bethanyworks.com/unearth-your-brand/ Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

 Hollie Prescott and Chelsea Winstead are the founders of Her HQ – a community for freelancers and service providers. They started Her HQ with a mission on helping women leave their nine-to-five corporate jobs and start their own businesses. Chelsea and  Hollie met over Facebook, connected, and eventually started a business that make $600k in their first year of operations. In this episode,  Hollie and Chelsea share an honest look into what running a business with a partner looks like. Their story isn’t just inspirational, it’s also filled with wisdom about business, finding your strengths, and navigating communication like a professional.  Hollie and Chelsea about their respective beginnings,  Hollie as a brand and website designer in the UK, Chelsea as an OBM in the United States. They also discuss how they ultimately started Her HQ together, with  Hollie eventually making a huge move to the United States. They share advice on how to work efficiently and effectively with a business partner, why it’s so important to know your strengths and weaknesses, and the strategies to help you lean into conflict. They also discuss the value of having a community backing you, and why working with a business partner is just like a marriage – where commitment to partnership is key. Tune in to this episode and catch an intimate look behind-the-scenes of what running Her HQ is like, and how you can build a strong and fruitful business partnership. You'll hear: Meet  Hollie Prescott and Chelsea Winstead – founders of Her HQ The challenges of working with a business partner Knowing your strengths and weaknesses, leaning into them, and strategies to lean into conflict Why having a business partnership is like a marriage and how a commitment to partnership is so important The value of having a community behind you Chelsea and  Hollie acknowledge and celebrate one another’s strengths How Chelsea and  Hollie’s perspectives changed over time Connect with Chelsea & Hollie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herhq.co/ Website: https://herhq.co/ Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind  

Fear and imposter syndrome are two points that everyone can relate to, especially in entrepreneurship. So what better way to overcome these mindset hurdles than with guidance from a therapist? Nicole McLeod is a practicing therapist in Vancouver, Canada. She isn’t your typical therapist as she would describe herself to be a “gentle agitator.” In this episode, we’re taking a clinical approach towards fear and imposter syndrome so we can truly understand what lies at the core. Nicole talks about why understanding what’s going on with you when it comes to fear is the first step. Then, we discuss ways in which you can deal with negative emotions. We also discuss why holding and having principals are so important in entrepreneurship, and why discomfort seems to find you as you’re about to take a leap of faith. This episode is an important reminder that fear and imposter syndrome are just a normal part of everyday life. However, it leaves you with advice and guidance on how you can make sense of it, navigate through these obstacles, and hold space for your own growth. Time stamps: Meet Nicole McLeod – therapist and self-described gentle agitator Why understanding what’s going on with you around fear is the first step How to deal with negative emotions Why principals are so important as a business owner Why discomfort comes when you’re about to take a leap The importance of believing in yourself Making sense of discomfort Why a paid container (like a mastermind) helps you hold space for your growth Connect with Nicole: Website: http://coastalmind.com/ & https://counsellingbc.com/listings/nmcleod.htm Learn more about Anna, how to work with her and additional resources at  https://theawcreative.com/ Scaling to multi 6 figures? Join The Limitless Mastermind https://theawcreative.com/limitless-mastermind