Building a team isn’t just about hiring — it’s about leadership, clarity, and trust. In this episode, we sit down with Lacie Nash (CEO of Clean Squad) to unpack the most common mistakes business owners make when building a team — and why even great people disengage or walk away.

Together, we talk through leadership blind spots, communication breakdowns, mismatched expectations, and how small missteps compound as your team grows. Whether you manage one person or twenty, this conversation offers real-world insight from a CEO who’s built and led teams firsthand.

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Are you still doing what you promised yourself you’d do on January 1st? In this episode of the Elite Life Podcast, we break down why most goals fail early and what it actually takes to succeed in 2026.

This conversation covers how to set SMART goals that push you, reverse-engineer big dreams into daily actions, track what truly matters, and stop confusing “being busy” with real progress.

If you’re ready to stop starting over and finally follow through, this episode will give you the framework to do it.

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Most people don’t ignore your marketing because they’re not interested — they ignore it because it gives them nothing to act on.

In this episode of the Elite Life Podcast, we break down the real reasons your marketing isn’t converting and wondered why no one responded… this episode will explain exactly why.

You’ll learn the 5 biggest reasons people ignore marketing, how psychology plays a role in decision-making, and how to fix your CTAs so people actually take action — without feeling pushy, salesy, or awkward.

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There are only 912 people who can say they played Squid Game — and this is what it was really like behind the scenes.

In Part 1 of this conversation, Kelly Bernadyn opens up about being cast on Squid Game: The Challenge and what actually happened once the cameras were rolling. From the pressure of competing for life-changing money to the emotional reality of elimination, this episode pulls back the curtain on an experience most people only see through edited TV moments.

We also dive into how Squid Game fits into Kelly’s non-linear life — from EMT work and pro football to constantly choosing the uncomfortable path forward. Part 2 continues this story, including what the show didn’t show and how the experience changed her perspective forever.

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Anger doesn’t always show up quietly. Sometimes it hits your body first—tight chest, racing thoughts, the urge to walk it out just so you don’t explode. In this episode of the Elite Life Podcast, we talk honestly about what anger really is, why it shows up so intensely, and how to process it in real time without hurting yourself or others.

This conversation breaks down practical ways to release anger in a healthy ways. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions or worried about losing control, this episode will help you feel seen and give you tools you can actually use.

You’re not weak for feeling anger—you’re human.

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Christmas doesn’t have to look perfect to be meaningful. In this special holiday episode, we share favorite Christmas memories, family traditions, funny stories, and honest conversations about what to do when the holidays don’t look “normal.”

We talk about faith, nostalgia, creating new traditions, giving back, and finding joy—whether you’re surrounded by family, spending Christmas differently this year, or looking for ways to make the season feel full again. However you’re celebrating, this episode is here to remind you that Christmas is what you make it.

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Comfort feels safe—but it may be quietly stealing your potential. In this episode, we unpack how habits, avoidance, and “playing it safe” impact your health, mindset, relationships, and future.

We dive into the psychology of comfort, why discomfort is necessary for growth, how habits form in the brain, and practical ways to break out of cycles that keep you stuck. If you’ve been procrastinating, feeling numb, or knowing you’re capable of more—this conversation is for you.

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Burnout isn’t a weakness and it’s definitely not laziness. In this episode, we unpack the thin line between hustle and burnout, why driven people hit a wall, and how burnout is often a sign it’s time to reevaluate and restructure not quit.

We talk through real signs of burnout, how hustle culture impacts identity (especially for women and entrepreneurs), when rest is healthy vs. avoidance, and how building systems not working harder is the real way forward. If you feel exhausted, stuck, numb, or productive-but-not-moving, this conversation will help you reset with clarity and intention.

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