Best Kim Christiansen Podcasts (2024)

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34 CX Michael Colwell, CEO: Wired for Success - An entrepreneurial conversation with Dad 54:10

3M ago54:10

54:10

In our latest episode of The Corporate Expat Experience Podcast, we had the honor of hosting Michael Colwell, CEO/President of Colwell & Associates, Inc. With nearly 50 years of entrepreneurial experience under his belt, Michael shares invaluable insights and stories from his remarkable journey. Here are some highlights you won't want to miss: Maki…

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33 CX Daniella Rosa, Founder AIEA Golf - Revolutionizing Women's Golf One Stylish Swing at a Time 39:35

4M ago39:35

39:35

In this episode of The Corporate Expat Experience, we dive into the dynamic worlds of entrepreneurship and women's golf with Corporate Expat Daniella Rosa, the innovative mind behind AIEA Golf. Join us as we explore how Daniella is reshaping the landscape of women's golf attire, blending style, technology, and community like never before. In this e…

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32 Kat Weaver, CEO Power to Pitch - Raising Capital with Confidence 34:25

4M ago34:25

34:25

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and fundraising with the dynamic Kat Weaver, CEO of Power to Pitch. Join us as Kat shares her inspiring journey as a two-time accidental entrepreneur, revealing how she stumbled into the world of grants and fundraising where she discovered the invaluable skill of mastering the "power …

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31 CX Steven Urban - Corporate Ladder Limbo: How Steven Urban Found His Feet & His Strengths 50:26

4M ago50:26

50:26

Meet Corporate Expat Steven Urban - Steven was on the corporate track, working his way up the ladder reaching new heights until one day before a critical meeting it all came crashing down, with Steven literally finding himself on the hotel floor unable to move. That event set him on a new path, to find himself and a future that involved helping oth…

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30 CX Baiju Solanki, Performance Psychologist: A funny thing happened at Pret… 47:46

8M ago47:46

47:46

Baiju Solanki, Performance Psychologist, Best-Selling Author and Coach had no idea what he was in for when he responded to a LinkedIn message that started off with a confession and an ask to connect - thankfully, Baiju responded kindly and here we are! In this episode, Baiju and Nicole discuss the surprising chance meeting and the several lessons l…

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29 CX Leslee Cohen, ALLRise Legal Counsel - Wall Street’s Loss is the Start-Up World’s Gain! 33:15

9M ago33:15

33:15

Meet Leslee Cohen, the attorney who left Wall Street and a prominent law firm to launch her own firm - doing things her way, on her terms! Leslee’s love for law and for start-ups combined with her vision of a law firm that provides flexibility for employees with a commitment to client success culminated in a start-up of her own - ALLRise Legal Coun…

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28 CX Mara Smith, CEO: Tequila Reimagined - the “Inspiro” you need! 42:49

9M ago42:49

42:49

Corporate Expat Mara Smith is a former attorney, corporate strategist and stay-at-home mom who always knew she wanted a company of her own and that entrepreneur life was in her future. Her corporate expat experience started with leaving corporate to focus on family, while continuing to envision the future running her own company. That vision came t…

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27 Becca & Justin Christiansen, Portland Salt Co - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start a company while continuing your professional career? 41:48

9M ago41:48

41:48

Experiencing the best of both worlds: Becca and Justin Christiansen, founders of Portland Salt Co are maintaining dual residency living, working and thriving in the corporate world and in entrepreneur land! This power couple launched their business Portland Salt Co in December 2021 during the global pandemic and while maintaining their demanding jo…

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#105 - Pricing 11:22

11M ago11:22

11:22

Are you charging too much for your product or service? When it comes to pricing, traditional business advice recommends you look at the market, as well as the costs of development and delivery to determine price. While these are important pieces of information, there is something that can be often overlooked when it comes to pricing... Today I am g…

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#104 - Surf the Urge 12:49

11M ago12:49

12:49

Is there an unwanted habit that you've been wanting to change for a while? Today I am going to share my favourite tool for changing unwanted behaviors that can often result from unchecked urges or cravings. This tool is called 'Surf the Urge' and in this episode I break it down in a practical way so that you can start practicing it right away. If y…

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#103 - Finding Your Passion 22:53

11M ago22:53

22:53

Are you feeling stuck in a career rut? Do you find yourself dragging yourself into work every day, longing for a time when you would feel excited and engaged in your job? If you're ready to reignite your passion and inject newfound enthusiasm into your work life, then this episode is your ultimate guide to transforming your career journey! In this …

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#102 - Financial Confidence & Investing 21:49

11M ago21:49

21:49

In this third installment of the Financial Confidence series, today we are diving deep into mindset tips for investment success. We can often underestimate the profound impact that our beliefs have on our actions, especially when it comes to investing. If you notice yourself shying away from the world of investments, it could be due to long-held be…

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#101 - Financial Confidence & Savings 16:10

11M ago16:10

16:10

In this next episode in the series on Financial Confidence, today we are talking about the relationship between savings and spending. If you are struggling to come up with a savings system for your personal finances or your business finances, I would love to introduce you to a simple but powerful concept that can help you to regain control over you…

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#100 - Financial Confidence & Income Growth 19:54

12M ago19:54

19:54

Welcome to the 100th Episode! To celebrate, I am kicking of series of episodes about Financial Confidence. In this first episode of the series, we are going to talk about the crucial connection between financial confidence and sustainable income growth. Now is the time to break free from the limitations that may be holding you back! Tune in to this…

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#99 - The Gender Gap & Financial Confidence 8:49

12M ago8:49

8:49

In today's modern world, we often hear about progress and positive changes when it comes to gender equality. Without diminishing any of the progress made, there still remains a persistent challenge that affects women and their well-being. Studies continue to show that women face unique hurdles when it comes to building financial security and achiev…

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#98 - How to Create Motivation 10:54

12M ago10:54

10:54

Imagine a world in which you wake up in the morning looking forward to conquering the challenges of your day. One in which you see problems as opportunities. Your goals are clear, you are feeling inspired and there is a fiery passion ignited within you. Without any forced positivity or willpower required. In this episode, we are going to talk about…

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#97 - How to Create Your Value Proposition 18:07

1y ago18:07

18:07

Are you a Business Owner who sometimes struggles to clearly articulate the value of the products and services you offer? In this episode, you will learn the incredible benefits of a clear value proposition to drive growth, customer loyalty, and long-term success. In addition, I will share my favourite exercise for creating a clear and compelling me…

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#96 - The Secret to Sales 11:12

1y ago11:12

11:12

Whether you are an employee or an entrepreneur, your business success often hinges on your ability to sell your services. In today's episode, I share the overlooked and untapped power of empathy in driving business sales. Join me as we discuss the secret to building genuine connections with your customers and how it can translate into sustainable s…

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#95 - How to Be More Effective 19:06

1y ago19:06

19:06

Have you ever found yourself wishing that you had showed differently to a situation? Rather than using it as a reason for regret and self-criticism, these situations can actually provide us with valuable insights into the emotional triggers that drive our behavior. In this episode, you will learn the hidden power of the amygdala and how to harness …

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#94 - Creating Innovation with Rachel Backer 28:20

1y ago28:20

28:20

Join me on today's episode for a captivating conversation with my special guest, Rachel Backer to discover how adopting an innovative mindset can skyrocket your small business to new heights of success. Whether you are a new entrepreneur or an established business owner, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to create more innovation wit…

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#93 - Developing Self-Trust for Business Success 28:17

1y ago28:17

28:17

What do you think you would be capable of creating in your business if you weren't afraid of failure? Or if you weren't afraid of how you might think or feel about yourself in the event of a mistake? In today's episode, we take a deeper dive into the benefits of self-trust and how to develop this very important business skill. At the end of this ep…

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26 CX Kim Walsh Phillips – How she made “The Shift”, from 32 clients to over 11k in less than a year! 27:16

1y ago27:16

27:16

Corporate Expat Kim Walsh Phillips decided early in her career that corporate was not for her and created a plan to build her business while keeping that steady job and pay! Early mornings, lunch breaks and evenings were dedicated to building a business that would soon overtake her corporate pay and lead her to a the freedom she desired. Kim shares…

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#92 - Creating More Time in Your Business 21:48

1y ago21:48

21:48

I was thrilled to attend the BC Small Business Awards recently. It was so much fun to witness the journey of so many phenomenal businesses and help them celebrate their successes. When asked why they went into business for themselves, they all agreed that it was their passion for what they were doing, coupled with the desire for more flexibility ov…

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#91 - Prioritization 21:08

1y ago21:08

21:08

Do you ever find yourself stuck in the belief that there is too much to do. Does it ALL feel important and urgent? If you are a business owner, you have likely felt this way. A business owner wears many different hats. And with these different roles comes a lot of different responsibilities. So it's no surprise that we find ourselves thinking that …

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#90 - Managing Distractions 19:14

1y ago19:14

19:14

Are you feeling perpetually distracted? I've been there! And for me, chasing rabbits down rabbit holes is a sure-fire path to overwhelm and burnout. Having my attention split between several different things, even if they are distractions offered by my own brain, is a guaranteed drain on my time and energy. In today's episode, I will offer some str…

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#89 - Creating Compelling Content with Lauren Hicks 23:17

1y ago23:17

23:17

Today I was thrilled to be joined by Lauren Hicks, an expert in helping her clients build the know, like, and trust factor with their audiences. Lauren has extensive experience working with several different mediums, including writing, presentation development, and podcasting. Through this experience she has learned that one of the critical factors…

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#88 - Feeling Empowered 21:55

1y ago21:55

21:55

When I decided to take ownership of my feelings, my life began to change in some rather magical ways. New possibilities began to emerge, relationships became deeper, I was less afraid to go after new opportunities, and I began to feel better. It's interesting because I used to believe that feeling better meant feeling positive most (if not all?) of…

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#87 - Financial Confidence 15:22

1y ago15:22

15:22

It is my mission to help you simplify the financial information coming out of your business. I want you to feel empowered by this information, not intimidated by it. Instead of feeling overwhelmed and anxious, I want to give you the financial knowledge and coaching that helps you to feel in control and confident in your decisions. It is this missio…

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#86 - Managing Self-Doubt for Business Success 21:29

1y ago21:29

21:29

Today we are talking about all of the benefits for business owners in managing self-doubt. Improved decision-making, increased productivity, better relationships and greater resilience... Just to name a few! Since the benefits are so profound, in this episode I offer 3 strategies that you can try out today to help you start manage your self-doubt. …

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25 CX Raymond Harari - Founder/Managing Director of Canalis Capital 37:01

1y ago37:01

37:01

CX Raymond Harari, former banker found his way to his Corporate Expat experience by making an investment in the cannabis space which led him to discover his skills in advising and launching businesses. Ray founded Canalis Capital, a venture capital and innovation firm focused on strategic advisory, venture building, scaling and go-public structurin…

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#85 - My Favourite Time Management Technique 11:03

1y ago11:03

11:03

Don't let the simplicity of this technique fool you... It is powerful. Not only can it help you to get more organized, but it can also help reveal some of those hidden time management blockers that are stopping you from getting your important stuff done. The moment you start exercising this technique is the moment when all of those pockets of resis…

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#84 - Soft Skills 16:53

1+ y ago16:53

16:53

According to LinkedIn's Global Talent Trends Report, 92% of talent professionals say that when they are hiring, soft skills matter as much, or more, than hard skills. And 80% of those surveyed also believe that soft skills are increasingly important to the overall company's success. From my own personal experience, I have seen soft skills play a pi…

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24 CX Marilynn Joyner - Her Workplace: The career community & office space for women 35:50

1+ y ago35:50

35:50

Marilynn Joyner is the Founder of Her Workplace, a newly launched career community platform for corporate women in junior to mid-level roles to exchange knowledge, share stories, and build relationships. Her passion to create Her Workplace came from her own lack of professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities throughout her ca…

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#83 - Stress Management with Dawn Goldberg 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

28:57

Are you feeling stressed about an upcoming deadline? Too much to do and too little time? Join me for this insightful conversation with Dawn Goldberg, CPA, Life Coach, and author of "The Smarter Accountant". Dawn took the mindset tools she learned in coaching and applied them to the most stressful time of the year that an accountant can experience..…

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23 CX Jac White, Founder/Angel Investor “Partnering for Success” 35:23

1+ y ago35:23

35:23

CX Jac White, found success in the corporate world working for brands like Armani Exchange and The New York Times before jumping into the world of start-ups working for soon to be big names like DailyCandy and Learnvest before becoming CEO of her own venture-backed company. In this Episode, Jac discusses not only her background and transition from …

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#82 - How to Change a Behaviour 19:51

1+ y ago19:51

19:51

Are you feeling frustrated that you can't seem to change your behaviour in a certain area of your life? Perhaps it's in taking care of your health, your relationships, or even in your business. When it comes to accomplishing your goals, changing your behaviour can be transformational. In today's episode, we will dive into the root cause of all of y…

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22 CX Vanessa Campos, The Book Broad – Writing your story on your terms 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

29:34

When CX Vanessa Campos set out on her career path, she tried a few different avenues that ultimately led her to putting her love for a good read to proper use in helping others to share their stories. However, in her job she and her co-founder recognized a gap in the market – business books by and for women - and the need for doing things different…

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#81 - A Love Affair With Coaching 13:50

1+ y ago13:50

13:50

Have you ever wondered about the value of coaching? Perhaps you hear others talking about it and secretly wonder if it might be a scam. If so, I can relate. I was resistant to the idea of coaching before something happened in 2017 that radically changed my perspective. I knew that I couldn't keep operating the way I was. I was ready to try somethin…

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21 CX Dana Paskalis - Founder/CEO of Life Reset Labs 32:42

1+ y ago32:42

32:42

Women Entrepreneurs Month: Meet Dana Paskalis, a former biotech executive with a career spanning 30 years, Dana cultivated a passion for building strong client relationships and connecting teams on a meaningful level. As Founder/CEO of Life Reset Labs, Dana decided that she was ready to take the work she loved in the corporate world to the next lev…

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#80 - No BS with Corinne Crabtree 39:12

1+ y ago39:12

39:12

They say you should never meet your heroes. Well on this episode I throw caution to the wind and I sit down with one of my mentors, Corinne Crabtree, for a candid conversation about all things weight loss, productivity, and business. And regardless of the topic, a fascinating theme emerges... Success is all about building self-belief. I am grateful…

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20 Wendy Diamond, Founder/CEO/Entrepreneur/Author/Investor/Animal Welfare Advocate/Women Entrepreneur Advocate 34:20

1+ y ago34:20

34:20

For International Women’s Day we are featuring not only an incredible woman entrepreneur who has made history in so many ways, she is investing in the future with her social impact foundation WEDO – Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Organization, to support women around the world make history of their own through starting their own businesses providing …

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19 Looking Back & Ahead: Season 2 6:23

1+ y ago6:23

6:23

Looking Back & Ahead: 2022 & Now Season Two…Join me for a peek into the past year of my corporate expat experience, how one call can change your plotted course and a preview of what to expect in upcoming episodes.By Nicole Colwell

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#79 - Beyond the To-Do List 30:33

1+ y ago30:33

30:33

Have you been playing with the idea of starting a podcast? What about turning that podcast into a business? Well today, I get to talk with someone who has done just that! My sibling in all things productivity, Erik Fisher from the podcast "Beyond the To-Do List" joins me to talk about productivity and the business of podcasting. With 10+ years of p…

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#78 - Overcoming Procrastination 10:58

1+ y ago10:58

10:58

Are you noticing that you are not getting results as fast as you wanted? The reason might be because procrastination is getting in your way. The tricky part about procrastination is that it might not look like you thought it would, which can make it hard to even identify. Especially if you get to the end of your day and you feel like you were going…

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#77 - How to Set Metrics in Your Business 15:38

1+ y ago15:38

15:38

When you are setting metrics in your business, you may not know what's important or where to place your focus. Too many metrics are overwhelming. Too few are like operating a car without a dashboard. In today's episode I share two types of metrics, that when used in combination, can empower you to focus on the things that really matter in your busi…

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#76 - When to Pivot 19:06

1+ y ago19:06

19:06

Feeling frustrated by your lack of progress and wondering if your approach needs an overhaul? If so, this episode is for you. Today, I will share the difference between making the decision to pivot from a place of fear and making that same decision grounded in data from a place of security. Knowing the difference can save you a significant amount o…

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#75 - Stress Relief 12:53

1+ y ago12:53

12:53

This episode is great for those who are interested in learning some techniques for relieving stress in the moment. We already know that consistent restful sleep, proper nutrition, and regular exercise can contribute to an overall decrease in stress, but today I want to share 6 techniques that you can try to find more immediate relief from situation…

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#74 - Accessing Your Inner Wisdom 11:53

1+ y ago11:53

11:53

When we start listening to our own inner wisdom, we start to rely on ourselves more. This creates more self-trust. We build a connection with ourselves that allows us to show up as the true version of ourselves and it creates the authenticity for a deeper connection with others. We also begin to really understand what is a true want and what is a p…

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#73 - Building Your Tolerance for Uncertainty 10:50

1+ y ago10:50

10:50

Are you stuck in 'analysis paralysis'? It makes sense that when you are feeling anxious about a situation that you might find yourself over-preparing and worrying about it in an effort to feel more in control and less uncertain. Sometimes, you might become so fixated on trying to predict and prepare for an uncertain future that you actually become …

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#72 - The Write Results 26:03

1+ y ago26:03

26:03

Today I am speaking with Amber (A.F.S.) Green about the business of writing. Amber is both a writer and a small business owner. On this episode she candidly shares her journey in starting and running a successful small business for over 10 years. We chat about balancing the dual roles of craftsperson in creating products and services, and CEO in ef…

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