Best Once Around The Block Podcasts (2024)

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Badass Women: International Tales of Suspense with Author Lya Badgley 32:07

2h ago32:07

32:07

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Lya Badgley, author of the book The Worth of a Ruby. Lya was born in Yangon, Myanmar. The child of Montana parents – a political scientist and an artist – she grew up in a household that encouraged critical thinking and creativity. After dabbling in retail management, Lya moved to the Pacific Nort…

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250 | Summer Energy Reset: 2 Simple Habits to Master your Energy using Natural Rhythms 24:10

4h ago24:10

24:10

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #7 Hey CEO- How’s your ENERGY this summer? There’s just something about those DOG DAYS of Summer this time of year that makes you wanna SLOW the pace of your body, soul and spirit…and for good reason! Paying attention to the natural rhythms around you has a profound effect on your energy levels and long-term wellness. But the pr…

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The Airing of Fears and Anxieties 10:40

13h ago10:40

10:40

“I was in bed, just writing my list, and I was just listing all the things that I loved about that moment. And it was all simple things that didn't cost anything. And it made my morning really nice, and it really did set me up for a good day.” — Emily, 2 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SU…

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Trapped in the Flames: A Suspenseful Forest Fire Thriller by Author Rebecca Hodge 22:28

4d ago22:28

22:28

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Rebecca Hodge, author of the book Wildland. Rebecca is a former veterinarian and clinical research scientist who lives and writes in North Carolina. Her novels WILDLAND and OVER THE FALLS both place memorable characters in situations filled with suspense. She has three grown sons, one crazy dog, a…

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249 | Discover your Money Mindset: Key Habits That Lead to Financial Stewardship 25:44

5d ago25:44

25:44

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #6 Hey CEO- What thoughts come to mind when YOU think about money? I know…Why do I ask when you’ve got plenty of other things on your mind this summer, and perhaps are seeing more going out than coming in with the costs of summer adding up and a potential decrease in business income? Because how you think leads to what you belie…

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Bookology: A Guide to Reading and Notebooking with Stephanie Affinito 32:10

7d ago32:10

32:10

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Bookologist Stephanie Affinito of A Lit Life. She’s going to chat with us about a new concept called Bookology, which is the study of books and reading and notebooks and writing, mixed with mindfulness and creativity to bring you restorative reading and writing. Stephanie states on her website tha…

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6 Things That Made Today a Lovely Day 11:53

8d ago11:53

11:53

“If I can finish everything up, tie up all the loose ends, and in a few days, I can check off the final thing on my to-do list and go into that operation content with how I spent my time feeling good and refreshed because I didn't burn myself out and fulfilled in a way where no matter what happens in the operation, I will feel like I did the best I…

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Embracing Life: My Disability Journey with Author Jennifer Gasner 32:50

11d ago32:50

32:50

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Jennifer Gasner, author of the book, My Unexpected Life: Finding Balance Beyond My Diagnosis. Jennifer received her BA in English from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and her MS in recreation from Western Illinois University. Her work with Independent Living Centers enabled her to learn ab…

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248 | Summer Work Habits to Grow Your Business …and Prioritize Your Life 25:51

12d ago25:51

25:51

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #5 Hey CEO- What does your business look like this summer? Better yet, what do you want this summer to be about so that you don’t get to the fall and regret that life took over business…or business took over life? Let’s be honest, summer is the season where there seem to be more invitations (and distractions) that pull you away …

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Once Again Out of Sh-ts to Give 17:29

15d ago17:29

17:29

“I wish I could just put a big sign on me that says, ‘I'm three days away from a hysterectomy. I don't give a shi-t. I really f-king don't.’ Or ‘I'm three days away from surgery. My default answer is no parentheses, how f-king dare you?’” — Emily, 3 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT…

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It's TIME for a Mid-Year Check In: 8 Questions to Conduct a Heart & Time Audit 6:38

16d ago6:38

6:38

Hey CEO- Did you realize we're at the halfway point in the year? That's why I'm interrupting our SUMMER HABIT SERIES for a Mid-Year Check In...and inviting YOU to join me in looking back + looking ahead with these questions... HEART CHECK: How do I feel knowing that we're at the halfway point in the year? Do I see the time that 'got away' or the ti…

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Broken Bones and Betrayal: A Medical Thriller by Orthopedic Trauma Author Thomas Kelso 31:51

18d ago31:51

31:51

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Thomas Kelso, author of the book Fractured. Tom is a physician who also holds a Ph.D. from Washington State University School of Veterinary Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Following medical school Dr. Kelso completed his residency in ortho…

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247 | Habits for Meaningful Friendships: Thoughtful Ways to Reach Out this Summer 25:28

19d ago25:28

25:28

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #4 Hey CEO- How's the intentionality of your FRIENDSHIPS lately? Prov 27:9 reminds us that the counsel of a friend brings sweetness to the soul We all know friendships matter…but let’s be honest, when we’re feeling short on time with all of the hats we wear in life + biz, it can be easy to put friendships on the back burner…then…

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Walkie-Walk Around the Blockie-Block to Get Over the Shocky-Shock of the Cost of the Oppy-Op 5:38

22d ago5:38

5:38

“It's not like I wasn't expecting the bill. … We were expecting some extra debt. The number didn't throw us off completely, but it is quite a big number.” — Emily, 4 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW (and the some of the cost of the Oppy-Op, lol) https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast SUPPORT THE SHOW (and the some of the cost o…

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Surviving the Shadows: A Family Memoir of the Holocaust with Author Vivien Sieber 43:27

24d ago43:27

43:27

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Vivien Sieber, author of the book Kino and Kinder: A Family’s Journey in the Shadow of the Holocaust. Dr Vivien Sieber is a biologist. After ten years of biomedical research, she began lecturing in Genetics before her interests moved into academic development, learning technology and information l…

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Whispers from JFK Jr’s Ghost: Southern Fiction with Author Sheila Athens 26:47

25d ago26:47

26:47

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Sheila Athens, author of the book Neena Lee is Seeing Things. Sheila writes smart contemporary women’s fiction set where the South meets the Sunshine state. Her stories are about women seeking to find the peace we all deserve. Readers are drawn to her work because they believe that everyday heroes…

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246 | Prioritizing Quality Time with Family: 5-Minute Habits to Try This Summer 32:02

26d ago32:02

32:02

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #3 Hey CEO- It’s easy to get caught up with all-the-things in a busy season like summer, but when it’s all said and done, what will you regret more- not taking the time to send one more email, engage on one more post, hit one more milestone, do one more load of laundry… Or not making the time to invest in the relationships that …

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Embracing Finals — or Hell-Week 6:49

1M ago6:49

6:49

“Having my 6-year-old bouncing off the walls on a day I need to do a lot more work might not be the best idea. But you know what? It just adds to ‘Finals Week.’ Like your friend in college who says, ‘Hey, I know you're studying for finals, but also it's $2 drink night down at Senior Ponchos. Let's f–ing go! Margaritas, wooo!’” — Emily, 4 Days Until…

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Her Latest Chapters: A 101-Year-Old's Historical Fiction Journey with Author Babette Rosen Hughes 34:19

1M ago34:19

34:19

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Babette Rosen Hughes, author of the book Lessons in Evil. Born in Cleveland Ohio, Babette grew up in the time of Prohibition and bootleggers. Her father was one of the first rum runners in the country and was murdered by the Mafia in a turf war at the age of 29. Babette was just two at the time. W…

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Digital Redemption: A Cybersecurity Tale of Second Chances with Author Janet Roberts 28:48

1M ago28:48

28:48

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Janet Roberts, author of the book What Lies We Keep. Janet Roberts is a global leader in cybersecurity education and awareness with over a decade of experience. She holds a BA in Journalism from Temple University, and MA in Communications from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She is a member o…

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245 | How to Build a Habit of Daily Bible Reading to Hear God’s Voice when Life gets Busy 28:08

1M ago28:08

28:08

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #2 Hey CEO- Wish you could hear more clearly from God, especially when life + biz feels busy or you’re out of routines, like in summer? The good news is, God has spoken to us through His Word…if we’ll regularly turn off the noise of the world around us (and the voice inside us) and take time to listen. Maybe you’ve already got a…

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My Next Word of the Year: Gifts 17:28

1M ago17:28

17:28

“When I'm singing, that is when I feel the most free. Not even when I'm on stage, just when I'm singing. I could be singing in the car and I could be belting at the top of my lungs something that I know. Or if I'm in choir and I'm singing something that we've practiced over and over again and I know the parts where we get loud and the parts where t…

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A Writer's Guide to Book Awards: How to Get Recognized as a Top Author with Author Edward Trayer 23:51

1M ago23:51

23:51

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Edward Trayer, organizer of The Wishing Shelf Book Awards, and author of 18 children, YA, and adult books under the pen names of Billy Bob Buttons and Hickory Crowl. Today, Edward and I are chatting about book awards – what they are, what makes a good award, why you want to enter, and what to do i…

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244 | Connect with God in the Midst of a Busy Summer: Embracing Daily Kairos 39:13

1M ago39:13

39:13

SUMMER HABIT SERIES #1 Hey Busy CEO- We all know spending daily time with God makes all the difference in every area of our lives, but do you sometimes struggle to make time to connect with Him in a way that’s meaningful…especially in a BUSY season like SUMMER that’s full of distractions? We spend so much of our time chasing CHRONOS minutes that we…

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BIRTHDAY Give-Away + MANAGE YOUR TIME Masterclass: Timely Resources for June 9:40

2M ago9:40

9:40

Hey CEO- Can you believe it’s June 1st? Not only does that mean it’s time to turn the page on the calendar to start a new month, it’s also a time when we find ourselves asking, “WHERE DID THE TIME GO?” Then often resign ourselves to living in what feels like an OUT-OF-MY-CONTROL TIME-WARP... cuz most days our attempts at slowing the pace is fruitle…

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Ovulation Woes 24:19

2M ago24:19

24:19

“I've had to explain [Adenomyosis] so often and in an “elevator pitch” way so that people don't just discount it as, “Oh, mystery illness.” It's like, No, this is a uterine condition. It causes these things. This we know. And if you've never heard of it before, now you did. So we can stop saying, “Well, we're not going to research it because no one…

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Resilient Women of WWII: A Historical Fiction Tribute with Author Meredith Ritchie 34:44

2M ago34:44

34:44

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Meredith Ritchie, author of the book Poster Girls. Her historical fiction novel takes place in North Carolina during WWII, and is based on the true but forgotten events that happened in her hometown. When her triplets left for college, she wrote Poster Girls as a cure for acute empty nest syndrome…

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243 | Create Lasting Habits: 4 Steps to Effective Implementation Intentions 25:54

2M ago25:54

25:54

Hey CEO, Be honest, when was the last time sheer willpower was enough to make your great intention into a habit that lasts? Probably never. The problem with willpower is NOT that it’s bad, it’s just that it doesn’t work very well- or for very long, especially on our own. Left to ourselves, it’s easy to cut corners, let ourselves off the hook, quiet…

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Morning Has Broken Me 20:47

2M ago20:47

20:47

“If I stay up late, there's a good chance my adenomyosis is going to flare up. It does not like staying up late. And it will let me know it's time to go to bed. It will cramp up to the point of nausea. Either that or I sleep through it every night and it's just something that happens. But I don't know. I don't know. I can't explain my body or Adeno…

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The Legacy of Strong Women: A Family Saga Historical Fiction with Author Mark Jamilkowski 46:27

2M ago46:27

46:27

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Mark Jamilkowski, author of the book The Road to Moresco. Mark is a first-time author, a co-founder of a healthcare start-up, a husband and father. He enjoys music, reading and researching, games of strategy, photography, cooking, and writing. Mark authored "The Road to Moresco", a historical fict…

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A Literary Feast: A Contemporary Fiction Dinner Party with Author Jennifer Manocherian 38:46

2M ago38:46

38:46

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Jennifer Manocherian, author of the book Alpha Bette. Alpha Bette is Jennifer’s first novel. She put much of her personal and professional life experience into writing it, having been a family therapist, divorce mediator, Broadway and Off-Broadway producer, musical book writer, screenwriter & prod…

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242 | HABIT FORMATION IRL: How to Make Habits Stick Knowing Your Motivation Style 55:14

2M ago55:14

55:14

Hey C.E.O.- Figured out YOUR habit motivation style yet? RESPONDER, CHALLENGER, INVESTIGATOR, DOER Knowing your HABIT MOTIVATION STYLE will help keep you from that endless cycle of starting to implement a new habit with great intentions… only to find it fell by the wayside along with all the others. The problem with HABIT FORMATION is that most of …

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BONUS EPISODE: More Spoilers, Listener Feedback, and Info on Seasons 2 and 3 14:53

2M ago14:53

14:53

“You'll hear me in later episodes get bitter and jaded a bit about podcasting and the podcasting space. But these messages, this feedback, hearing from listeners, hearing from people who are finding the podcast and who are finding the podcast helpful, that, that is what keeps me coming back to the microphone over and over again, creating podcasts, …

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The Distractions — Good and Bad 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

“That's one of those fears I'm fighting with is, Well, is the pain going to be worse? Will it get better? Will it get better? The other thing is, Is my gas just painful? Am I just not going to the right doctor? Oh, all the questions and the doubts and everything.” — Emily, 5 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/that…

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Herstory Unveiled: A Collection of Women's Historical Fiction Short Stories 29:48

2M ago29:48

29:48

My guests today on the Online for Authors podcast are the editors of Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women with a forward by Aimie K Runyan. The stories in Feisty Women span six centuries. Within these stories, you’ll find that even when time periods and geographical locations vary greatly, women’s struggles as they confront adversity a…

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Twisted Minds: A Psychological Suspense Thriller with Author Laury A Egan 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Laury A Egan, author of the book The Psychologist’s Shadow. Laury is the author of thirteen novels and four limited edition poetry volumes. Eighty-five of her stories and poems have appeared in literary journals and anthologies. She is a reviewer for The New York Journal of Books, a fine arts phot…

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241 | What’s YOUR Motivation Style? The Key to Finally Stay Consistent with your Habits 24:09

2M ago24:09

24:09

Hey CEO- You up for a quick QUIZ that will make all the difference in helping you not just start, but finally be consistent with HABIT FORMATION that moves you in the right direction? Let’s start with this question- How do you feel about making NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS? I know, we’re nearly halfway through the year, but statistically 72% of us lost s…

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Focusing on a Lovely Day 21:56

2M ago21:56

21:56

“I think I'm going to make the list of those things that I would do every single day if I could. Those things that I wouldn't get sick of that would always bring me joy. The things that if I were told I wasn't able to do them anymore, I would be heartbroken.” — Emily, 6 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshyst…

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From Page to Pod: Why Fiction Authors Embrace Podcasting with Podmatch Founder Alex Sanfilippo 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch, here to chat with me about podcast guesting for authors. PodMatch, is a software company specifically focused on independent podcast hosts and their guests to elevate their voices through podcasting and be heard. In addition to founding PodMatch, Alex is also …

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240 | Beyond Good Intentions. Intentional Habit Formation for Growth Over Time 26:21

2M ago26:21

26:21

Hey C.E.O.- How does your day typically go? Most people wake up and let life happen- unconsciously running from one thing to the next, mindlessly reacting to the next thing that comes their way, unintentionally giving time and attention to what they desire in the moment, with little to no thought to who they are becoming over time. That’s UNINTENTI…

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My T-Break Becomes a Tea Break - A Surprising Turn of Events 14:53

2M ago14:53

14:53

“As soon as you say surgery, out come the concerned faces. I don't want people to be concerned for me. I'm relatively excited about this! It's fun to give them that alleviation of, ‘No, no, no, this is a good thing!’” — Emily, 7 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcast…

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Online For Authors Trailer: A Podcast for Avid Readers Looking for New Authors and Their Books 2:05

2M ago2:05

2:05

As the award-winning host for Online for Authors, my goal is to introduce avid readers to characters they’d like to invite to lunch. Listeners will have the opportunity to discover new authors, amazing characters, and “can’t stop reading” stories. Online for Authors releases a new episode featuring a guest interview each Tuesday morning at 6am ET. …

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LIVE - Behind the Pen: Author Livestream Discussion About Pen Names 27:32

3M ago27:32

27:32

My guests today on the Online for Authors podcast are here to discuss pen names and why some authors choose to use them, as well as the benefits and downfalls of doing so. My panel of guests includes Louise Davis, author of Haunted by You, Alexandra Grace, author of Author of The Journey Series, Van Haney, author of Stories to Curl Your Toes and Bl…

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239 | What is Forming You? Build Habit Awareness to Grow in Life + Biz 19:37

3M ago19:37

19:37

Hey C.E.O. Ever stop to ask the question- What’s FORMING you? Answer: Your HABITS. It’s really not a question of whether or not you have habits, cuz everyone does, even if they’re unintentional- it’s really about the effect your habits have on you… Habits either FORM or MISFORM your heart...and that affects everything in your Life + Biz. Whether yo…

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Taking a T-Break And I Already Miss It 18:25

3M ago18:25

18:25

“I love you, normies. I try so hard to fit into the world that you have created, but alas, we need accommodations and hysterectomies. Accommodations and hysterectomies.” — Emily, 7 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> SUPPORT THE SHOW https://ko-fi.com/thatshystericalpodcastBy Emily Prokop

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The Enchanted Worlds of a Fantasy Wordsmith with Author Krystal Clark 34:03

3M ago34:03

34:03

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Krystal Clark, author of the book Balance of Power, the first in the Chozien Path Series. Krystal, a budding fantasy author, discovered the enchanting world of writing as a refuge for emotional expression during her childhood. What started as a solace soon bloomed into a passion for poetry, breath…

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238 | Feeling Off? Balancing Life with 3 Steps to Renew Your Attention 31:07

3M ago31:07

31:07

Hey C.E.O. Feeling a little off or a lot out of balance? Just wanna say it can happen to the best of us. In fact, it happened to ME in the last few weeks and I’m a time management coach who helps women build work-life balance….but I WASN'T. You see, after a few months of being in head-down, blinders-on, get-er-done mode, I wasn’t paying attention t…

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Stoicism, Self-Care Sunday, and SOCKS! 16:03

3M ago16:03

16:03

“Oh, my gosh, these are so amazing. These make my legs and my thighs feel completely different. Wow. Is this what it's like when there's blood circulating? It was like I found another tool for adenomyosis. I even had that quick thought in my head of, did I just need compression socks this whole time?” — Emily, 8 Days Until Uterus Eviction Day >>> S…

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Empower Your Best Self: Inspirational Tips and Insights with Author Ally Dalsimer 35:32

3M ago35:32

35:32

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Ally Dalsimer, author of the book, It’s Okay Not to be Fabulous Every Day. Ally is a published author, award-winning environmental expert, former political candidate, and an experienced life coach. Life highlights include traveling the world, rescuing 7 cats, raising two children, and surviving th…

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237 | From People-Pleasing BUSYNESS to Kingdom-Aligned BUSINESS: Chesney's REDEEMED Midlife CEO Success Story 45:57

3M ago45:57

45:57

Hey C.E.O.- Ever had a WAKEUP CALL in life that made you RETHINK your time…where it went and the return (or lack thereof) on how you spent it? As busy Christian women, constantly pulled in a million directions, time feels like it flies… And it’s easy to look back and feel REGRET. As a result of a big life change in midlife, Chesney of Health, Hope …

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