I'm sharing five mindset shifts that you may want to embrace this new year as we strive for a more purposeful life - shutting out the noise of this world and focusing instead on God's plans for us.

Many will end 2025 heartbroken. Others with crushed dreams. Some are in the midst of grief.
And when pain is this close, it can quietly cloud our hearts, making gratitude feel distant or even impossible.

But there is something sacred about pain. When we look deeper, it reveals not only who we are, but why we exist.

In this episode of Work Your Way Up, I’m talking about something that doesn’t get enough airtime: sacrifice as a strategic trade-off. As we grow in our careers and businesses, we’re often faced with decisions that require giving something up—and the key is knowing which sacrifices are actually worth it.

If you’re in a season of weighing decisions or feeling the pressure of what growth is demanding from you, I hope this episode reminds you that the cost of the climb is real—but so is the purpose behind it.

Does routine feel like the opposite of freedom? I used to think so—until I realized that structure is the key to unlocking true flexibility. In this episode, I dive into how intentional routines help you stay on top of your goals, reduce stress, and make space for creativity and joy. From productivity hacks to mindful scheduling, discover how small, consistent habits can create the life of freedom you desire.

Ever wished you couldread minds? While that’s impossible,decoding body language is the next best thing! In this episode, we dive deep intononverbal cues, microexpressions, and human intuition to help you become more perceptive in relationships, business, and leadership. 🚀

👉 Learn how tohone your intuition andspot hidden emotions with real-life techniques!

If you've been wanting to start your own business but are paralyzed by the fear of failure, this episode is for you. I dive into why your fears are valid and share my personal stories of business failures and triumphs. I'll give you my top 5 unconventional tips that helped me manage my fears and successfully launch my own business. Remember, the antidote to fear is knowledge. Let's dive in and conquer those fears together!

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:36 Understanding the Fear of Starting a Business 03:33 Personal Experience with Business Failure 04:57 Five Unconventional Tips for Starting a Business 05:20 Tip 1: Don't Quit Your Day Job 07:27 Tip 2: Focus on Risks, Not Just Potential 09:32 Tip 3: Avoid Trending Products 11:14 Tip 4: Start Small and Limit Offerings 12:35 Tip 5: Mind Your Business Assets 16:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Work Your Way Up, I'll introduce the concept of self-debriefing—a personal reflection tool to increase self-awareness and understanding after difficult experiences. I'll share five key questions to help you unpack your emotions and learn valuable lessons. I hope that this method will empower you to better navigate challenging experiences in the new year.

You may have heard a million times the line "just sleep on it", especially when you're making a big decision. However, time can be a luxury during a crunch point. There are moments when you wish you could buy more time but you just can't. How then can one make swift rational decisions during a crunch point?

In a hurry? Jump to any of the chapters below:

(00:00-00:52) - Intro

(01:14-02:09) - The limitations of a crunch point

(02:10-02:57) - My catastrophic experiences

(02:58-03:56) - Lesson 1: Keep your emotions in check

(03:57-04:42) - Lesson 2: Maintain an open mind

(04:43-05:59) - Lesson 3: Know the worst possible outcome

(06:00-09:20) - Lesson 4: make conditional decisions, not definite ones}

(09:21-09:32) - Lesson 5: Break down the problem

(09:33-11:11) - Lesson 5: Follow the "assess and decide" method

(11:12-11:11) - Closing

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