• Exploring Conscious Leadership and Personal Growth with Elizabeth Rojas Levi
    Dec 4 2024

    Elizabeth Rojas Levi is the Founder and CEO of erl group, a social impact advisory collective specializing in strategy, branding, communications, and content creation. Their mission is to help conscious leaders scale their endeavors globally.

    Elizabeth has 17 years of experience in global strategy, communications, content creation, and public affairs, advising CEOs and government officials on achieving significant growth.

    In this episode, Elizabeth shares about her unique career journey from an environmental researcher in the Amazon to a conscious leadership consultant. She also discusses her personal battle with mental burnout, her recovery process, and the adoption of the wellness wheel to maintain balance in her life. The conversation highlights the significance of awakening, internal work, and building habits that align with one's value system.

    Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn HERE

    Explore erl group HERE

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    26 mins
  • Bringing Matcha to the UK - the Story of PerfectTed with Levi Levenfiche
    Nov 27 2024

    In this episode of Kindred Spirits, host Melissa welcomes Levi Levenfiche, Co-Founder of PerfectTed to discuss the rapid growth of his matcha business in Europe.

    They dive into the journey of PerfectTed, from its origins inspired by Levi's wife Marissa’s experience with ADHD and anxiety to scaling the company during the pandemic. Levi shares insights on the importance of employee-generated content, the challenges and rewards of launching a beverage company, and the significance of mental health both personally and within the company culture. Filled with humor, drama, and real talk, this episode highlights the resilience and passion behind Perfect Ted's success.

    Try PerfectTed - use discount code LEVI25 HERE

    Connect with Levi HERE

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    23 mins
  • How NOT to be a Sales Loser, Featuring the UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer, Benjamin Dennehy
    Nov 20 2024

    Benjamin Dennehy is the UK's Most Hated Sales Trainer. In this episode, hosts Maddy and Melissa get his advice on how not to be a "sales loser" - and what actually works instead.

    Ben reveals his distinct approach to sales training, breaking conventional norms and emphasizing the importance of self-respect over the need to be liked.

    Connect with Benjamin on LinkedIn HERE.

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    33 mins
  • Social Media Nostalgia - Unpacking the Online Evolution with Sepy Bazzazi
    Nov 13 2024

    Sepy Bazzazi is the Growth Marketing Lead at Glide, a nocode platform that gives you the powers of a developer and a designer to create remarkable tools that solve your most challenging business problems.

    This episode is a casual chat about the past, present, and future state of social media. Enjoy!

    Connect with Sepy HERE

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    31 mins
  • How to be Resilient in Sales + Turn Your Side Gig Into Your Main Gig with Troy Munson | Episode 42
    Nov 8 2024

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, host Melissa Jaalaid interviews Troy Munson, a resilient entrepreneur and the CEO of Dimmo.

    Troy shares his journey from college side gigs to building multiple successful businesses. He discusses overcoming obstacles, learning from failures, and transitioning from side hustles to a full-time venture with his latest company, Dimmo. Listeners will gain insights into the emotional challenges of sales, the value of persistence, and the lessons Troy has learned along the way.

    Connect with Troy Munson HERE

    Try Dimmo HERE

    Connect with Melissa Jaalaid HERE

    Connect with Maddy Matson HERE

    Join the Kindred Talent Network HERE

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    24 mins
  • Making Marketing Human Again With LumiereHub Founder, Anik Beauchemin
    Oct 29 2024

    Anik is the Founder of LumiereHub, an AI-powered copywriting tool for all your marketing needs.

    With a deep-seated passion for human behavior and its impact on consumer engagement, Anik is a pioneer in creating content that not only leverages data but also strikes a chord on a personal level.

    As the owner, her focus is on deploying digital strategies that resonate with core human values - crafting stories that align with audience experiences, reflecting a commitment to authenticity in every campaign.

    Connect with Anik:

    LinkedIn

    LumiereHub

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    14 mins
  • Vulnerability and the Power of Sharing Your Story with Mike Fata and Jake Karls | Episode 40
    Oct 22 2024

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits Podcast, Maddy and Melissa host entrepreneurs Mike Fata and Jake Karls.

    Though both are massively successful in business, this conversation goes deeper than just discussing the numbers. We discuss the critical role of mental health in entrepreneurship, advocating for open conversations and sharing personal experiences of burnout and vulnerability. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-care, authentic storytelling, and overcoming imposter syndrome to stand out in a saturated market.

    Mike and Jake share the details of their Revival tour, aimed at reviving entrepreneurship in Canada, inspiring entrepreneurs to be proud of their journeys and share their stories boldly.

    This episode offers valuable insights and motivational guidance for aspiring and current entrepreneurs alike.

    Connect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/themikefata/

    https://www.mikefata.ca/

    Connect with Jake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-karls-653106ba/

    https://www.middaysquares.com/

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    26 mins
  • How to Leverage AI as your Sales Co-Pilot with Renae Farough | Episode 39
    Oct 15 2024

    In this episode of the Kindred Spirits podcast, Renae Farough shares her inspiring journey from an insurance broker to tech entrepreneur.


    Renae Farough is the co-founder and CEO of Kicker, an AI-powered sales copilot revolutionizing the way sales teams operate to drive revenue numbers up and shorten sales cycles. She is a sales leader with over 17 years experience in roles spanning several industries including insurance, custom software, and healthtech in both the private and public sectors. Renae's prowess in scaling new business lines and penetrating untapped markets has been instrumental in establishing Kicker as a game-changing enablement tool.


    Renae shares advice for small business owners on integrating AI into their business development and sales strategies. The discussion also highlights the future impact of AI across industries, the importance of personal connections in sales, and the challenges faced by women in tech and entrepreneurship.


    Connect with Renae:


    LinkedIn

    Kicker's Website

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    23 mins