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Sheri Salata, Former President of Oprah Winfrey Network + Harpo — Glambition Radio Episode 148 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | August 15, 2018 Leave A Comment

Sheri Salata had a dream job that many would kill for — a 20-year exhilarating career serving as Executive Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show, and later as the Co-President of Harpo Studios and OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network. On this #GlambitionRadio episode, I first have Sheri walk us through how she landed her dream job with Oprah. (She explains how it was destiny.) And then, why she recently decided to make the biggest ‘exit’ of her life. You’ll love how real and delightful she is in sharing the juicy details of this story.

My favorite fact? Sheri finally landed the initial position with O’s team when they were cleaning out an old closet and found her resume and VHS tape, and asked if she could come in to interview for a producer position. And that’s when she knew, this was it.

Being the Executive Producer for Oprah may sound glamorous, but Sheri shares how she sacrificed for the high-pressure job. (It sounds like she barely slept in 20 years!) But would she do it all again? YES. Because it led her in the direction to what I call her ‘iconic work’.

Today, Sheri hosts the popular ‘This is Fifty’ podcast with her soulmate friend of 28 years, Nancy Hala, which is all about recreating the middle of your life. The duo are also chief visionaries of The Pillar Life, which offers simple strategies to help transform and balance our lives.

Sheri has been named one of Fast Company’s 100 Most Creative People in Business, one of The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment Power 100, and a winner of the 2017 Feminist Press Power Award. But it’s her candidness about her career highs and lows on today’s episode of Glambition Radio that speaks to all of us.

On the show, you’ll also hear us discuss:

*How the compass for most of Sheri’s life has been misery (misery!!) but how she uses that to then create happiness

* Why her 20s and 30s were a ‘total sh– show’ (this had me cracking up!) before she found her big calling

* How her jobs with O seemed so glamorous from the outside, but they were really nonstop intensity, deadlines, and overnighters. (Wow…)

* What REALLY went down during the creation of OWN (the cable network) and how they dealt with all the negative news reports in the beginning

* Her transition from an insane pace and literally working in the dark to entrepreneurship: She’s now in charge of her creations, schedule, and desires.

* Her view on life: ‘What if 50 was the middle?’ What if there’s so much more to come? (I loved this and it had me in tears, as I’m just a few years away from 50 myself)

* The secret Hollywood health retreat where she went to detox after closing this chapter of her career, in order to feel like she was making a fresh start

* Why Sheri doesn’t use the word ‘work’ (she calls it something else very interesting instead)

Sheri and I also cover the importance of continually pushing yourself to make your biggest dreams come true, how that little voice in your head is a story and you have the power to change it, and how you are what you dream.

You don’t want to miss this powerful interview. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later).

Xo Ali

P.S. Sheri and Nancy are bringing together their favorite teachers, experts, and thought leaders for a weekend of inspiring workshops at an upcoming LIVE retreat NEXT WEEK… You can learn more here!

Shaping up, meeting up, and stepping up…

BY ALI BROWN | August 9, 2018 Leave A Comment

Well I can’t believe the twins have just started kindergarten. For those of you who are moms I’m sure you can relate to what an emotional day it was for all of us.

I’m so proud of who they are becoming, but also there’s always a bit of sadness when it seems to happen so fast.

In between my tears(!), I wanted to drop a quick update this week on a few opportunities coming up to help you reach your goals, in a few different ways…

1. AUGUST — LET’S POWER UP FOR FALL!

Thanks to all of you who wrote to say you really enjoyed the conversation I had with my client Amanda Tress on my latest episode of #GlambitionRadio. On the show I shared my very personal story about the program that finally unlocked my body to help shed 25 pounds in the last few months, without any struggle.

You can hear our conversation here, and also take note: If this fresh approach sounds good to you, why don’t youcome join me? I’m engaging in another round of her program

that starts next week. Because so many of my clients and friends have been asking what I’ve been doing, I invite you to join us.

You’ll be invited to a special private Zoom video call that Amanda and I will host together, where we will both answer your questions. (I’ll also be very honest in what things I did a bit differently and also didn’t do as well. But even just easing into this new lifestyle, I saw incredible results within weeks. It was quite extraordinary.)

Be sure to enroll using my link (FasterWayWithAli.com), because that’s how Amanda will know you came from my community!

2. OCTOBER — MEET ME IN MIAMI BEACH

I’ll be in Miami for a few days before a private event, and right now I have both October 11 and 12 open for VIP Strategy Days while I’m in the area.

I’ve booked a beautiful oceanfront suite for my stay in Mid-Beach, so we’ll have an inspiring location to create your next level. If you’re on the East Coast, this is a great opportunity to get my private consulting without having to travel far.

Clients have used these days to map out how to best scale their current model (without implosion), position themselves for higher-end fees and clients, plan their next level of growth, drive a creative “sharp right turn”, or birth a whole new brand that matches where they’re really feeling called right now, among other objectives. We’ll set an agenda based on your needs during a private pre-call before we meet, and a follow-up call is included as well.

If you’d like to inquire, please complete the brief form on this page, and be sure to mention MIAMI. Jen on my team will reach out to you.

3. NOVEMBER 7+8, ICONIC 2.0 in PHOENIX!

>>> At this point we have only 3 seats remaining for this private, application only event.

ICONIC 2.0 is an advanced workshop for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to get off the launch hamster wheel and now truly step into their great work, creating the most powerful chapter of their careers.

If you’re tired of seeing the same formulas taught over and over (and that don’t work anymore), you will love how I work, the leaders I attract, and the breakthroughs my content creates. Get ready for a fresh perspective, incomparable positioning, and hugely profitable possibilities. Learn more and apply to attend here.

ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR SUMMER!

While here in Scottsdale our kids have already gone back to school, we’re enjoying the last feelings of that relaxed summer vibe. I hope you do too. 🙂

I hope to have the chance to meet you in person sometime soon, and help you step into the best next version of yourself and your work that you ever imagined.

Best,

P.S. If you’d like to keep up with more of my adventures (twins included), I’m on Instagram at @alibrownofficial. You’ll see photos posted there that I DON’T post anywhere else, and I’m having a blast engaging with all of you!

Amanda Tress, Founder of FASTer Way To Fat Loss — Glambition Radio Episode 147 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | August 1, 2018 Leave A Comment

You’re about to hear an insightful interview from one of my top clients. But on this show you’re going to hear a very personal story from me, Ali Brown, of how I lost 25 pounds over the last three months, and it was easier and more enjoyable than I ever thought possible. (Have a peek at FASTerwayWithAli.com)

Since having my twins, I kind of settled into my new weight, thinking I would have to suffer incredibly to get back toward my previous size, so I wasn’t interested in any of it.

But then a new client came to coach with me last summer, and her name was Amanda Tress. I’d never heard of her, or the concept of intermittent fasting, but man… her business was on fire! Apparently her program the FASTer Way was helping thousands of women become super fat burners by way of her proprietary system that combines intermittent fasting with Paleo eating, carb cycling, and rotating workouts (even for beginners).

If it sounds intimidating, it was at first. But even doing most of the recommendations — admittedly not all — I literally saw my body changing in the first two weeks! And I’m still going strong.

>>> Many of my clients have been asking what I’ve been doing, so I want to invite you to join me on the next round with Amanda at www.FASTerwayWithAli.com. We’ll do a special Zoom call where she and I will privately answer all your questions, and I can share more about my experience with you there. Be sure to use my link, or we won’t know you should be part of the Zoom group.

Recent studies shared by the New York Times have revealed that intermittent fasting —confining your eating to a shorter window of time such as Noon to 8pm—is not only helping people burn more fat, but has other health benefits as well. And when you combine this winning method with the other factors in Amanda’s unique program, you have a killer combo that can change your body faster than you thought was possible.

On this episode of Glambition Radio, I have Amanda walk us through her own body transformation, but also how she has taken her business from the multiple six-figures when we first met last summer to now a multi-million dollar company ($$$), in less than a year.

Keep in mind the fitness/wellness space is an ultra competitive one. And Amanda braved a lot of criticism forseveral years from ‘experts’ who didn’t agree with her program. But now, many of those ‘experts’ are copying what she’s doing and trying to do the same thing. Because it works. (Amanda shares very openly on the show how she deals with and continues to deal with blatant copycats.)

>>> Many of my clients have been asking what I’ve been doing, so I want to invite you to join me on the next round with Amanda at www.FASTerwayWithAli.com. We’ll do a special Zoom call where she and I will privately answer all your questions, and I can share more about my experience with you there. Be sure to use my link, or we won’t know you should be part of the Zoom group.

On the show, we also discuss:

* Amanda goes into detail about making a big decision to shut down her very lucrative digital marketing agency in order to focus on FASTer Way (and her business has grown by over 300% since she’s let it go)

* How to cope when family and close friends may not understand or support what your business is all about (it’s sad, but she says the key is to “bless and release”)

* How to handle others in your field copying your work (Amanda shares what she did when someone literally copied and pasted her program word-for-word!)

* her thoughts on the unhealthy diet plans and workouts that we are constantly bombarded with on social media — and how to avoid them (for example, she explains why eating low-carb nonstop is not good for you)

* How she has relied on social proof to scale her business (she posts testimonials on a daily basis — this is key)

* The importance of diversifying your revenue streams so you can have peace of mind

Amanda and I also discuss why you should stay aligned with your values (even if that means having to make tough decisions), why women entrepreneurs should consider implementing live video into their marketing strategies, and the importance of “keeping the main thing, the main thing”.

And if you’re interested in learning more about a fun, sustainable lifestyle with Amanda’s proven program, the next round starts on Monday, August 13.

Join me at www.FASTerwayWithAli.com to learn more and take part in the live Zoom video call where we will be answering all your questions. (We’ll also record if you can’t make it) I’m telling you, the results can be life-changing.

I know you’ll get a lot out of this episode. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later).

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Kim Lyons, Celebrity Trainer + Founder of Bionic Body — Glambition Radio Episode 146 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | July 25, 2018 Leave A Comment

You know her as a star trainer on ‘The Biggest Loser’, founder of the Bionic Body brand (sold nationwide including in Target), and an all-around famous fitness inspiration. But did you know that Kim Lyons’ secret to success was… failure? Yes. On this week’s episode of Glambition Radio, she shares the REAL story of how she went from flight school(!) graduate to personal trainer to NBC primetime and then creator of her own destiny with her own brand and mission.

I have to say this was one of the most enjoyable conversations I’ve had on #GlambitionRadio, because Kim didn’t hesitate to share the things we REALLY want to know… like how the Biggest Loser opportunity happened, what it was truly like, how she felt when she wasn’t asked back for a third season, what made her decide to create her own line of products (her answer may surprise you), and how she’s feeling more excited than ever at age 45… breaking into the true destiny of her career and brand.

Get to know the story behind Kim’s go-for-it attitude and get inspired on today’s Glambition Radio.

On the show, we also discuss:

* how she went to the Biggest Loser audition right after receiving the call — straight from the beach, and with no agent, no manager, nothing! (And she almost left the room three times.)

* why her first season of BL actually didn’t happen – the producers called the night before she was going to start taping to say ‘it fell through’ because Jillian Michaels was returning to the show (I never knew this part of the story—your heart will drop for how Kim must have felt)

* what it was like to go from 0 to 60 on the fame meter without any TV experience (and with the public constantly monitoring her… no way could she enjoy an occasional burger and fries!)

* how she approached creating training equipment especially for women (no one had done it well yet, but it wasn’t as easy as she thought either)

* how she struggled with the immense controversy surrounding ‘The Biggest Loser’ (it took 3 years for her to understand the mission of the show and how she played a part in it)

* how she graduated flight school to become a pilot and literally overnight she decided that it wasn’t what she wanted to be doing (love that she wasn’t afraid to change course)

* how she said yes on a whim to investing in becoming a certified personal trainer —even though it cost the same as her rent for the month (I love this story because I believe women shift at a cellular level when the decide to invest in themselves)

* how she ended up winning the Ms. Galaxy competition despite everyone telling her she didn’t stand a chance at winning. (By the way, I love that she also ended up marrying Mr. Universe — no joke.)

On this episode of #GlambitionRadio, Kim and I also discuss why you shouldn’t be afraid to refocus your goals, the importance of putting your health first and not feeling guilty for doing so, and why everyone should take just 10 minutes a day to focus on their passion.

You really don’t want to miss this one. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later).

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

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Why you need to stop relying on marketing…

BY ALI BROWN | July 16, 2018 Leave A Comment

I want to address something I’m seeing everywhere right now, and that is complete online marketing panic.

>>> I did a Facebook LIVE on this, and you can watch it here.

Just one example: There have been several instances lately where online entrepreneurs have been blindsided by sudden changes in Facebook.

One minute they were getting good-enough leads for a few dollars each, then… the leads stopped coming. The ads stopped working. FB once again changed all its algorithms, rules, etc. And as you know, all FB ‘pages’ now also have crap organic reach. (Sigh…)

I am saddened, yet continually un-surprised by these revelations.

But it amazes me how many people are completely shell shocked.

Some have fast built their entire business around methods that could become obsolete at any given moment and over which they have no control. They’ve even spent tens of thousands of dollars in trainings to learn them, and now this information is worth nothing.

We are, in the end, only slaves to the emperors of social.

IF that’s our focus.

In 2015 I predicted this Online Launch Bubble was coming (see original blog post here), and now it’s getting more and more clear — those who are being hit the hardest are relying on pure marketing to drive their entire business.

Or they actually are realizing they don’t have… real positioning, real strategy, or… a real business! Ha.

But here’s the GIFT in all this…

This is forcing us to pay attention to doing our real work. Our great work. To find our unique ‘lane’ on our unique road. And to position ourselves in such a way that we are incomparable with anyone else, and where suddenly everything will come more easily.

You may have followed the formulas that worked for awhile but now not only do they not work, but they are getting you mixed up with all the others.

Have no fear, because this is EXACTLY what we are going to roll-up our sleeves and work on at ICONIC 2.0, November 7+8 in Phoenix.

If you’re ready to give yourself a huge advantage via a serious two-day positioning power-up, this advanced workshop for established women leaders is exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

Last year we sold out within 48 hours, and we are opening registration in TWO DAYS, but only to the Priority Notification list.

To ‘raise your hand’, go there or simply text ‘ICONIC’ to 480-485-2664.

This way you’ll be first to get all the details, and you can decide if it’s a fit for you.

Xo Ali

P.S. If you have any qualified clients or friends you know are searching for a different kind of event with an elevated clientele and fresh conversation, please send this their way!

‘The Keys to Becoming ICONIC’ — Glambition Radio Episode 145 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | July 10, 2018 Leave A Comment

Today I’m handing you a sneak preview of the content I’ll be leading at my upcoming workshop, ‘ICONIC with Ali Brown’, happening in Phoenix on November 7+8. (Learn more at www.IconicWithAliBrown.com) And I want you to listen closely… the advice enclosed within is CRITICAL to hear for those of you who are beyond the beginning years of your business.

In past episodes, I’ve addressed the online insanity and overflowing market saturation and noise we’re encountering in most every industry. And in this show, I’m going to show you how to not only position yourself way beyond that mess, but also how to start feeling into the powerful next chapter of your career. Listen now to this urgent information at www.GlambitionRadio.com.

On this solo episode of #GlambitionRadio, I share:

* The epidemic of businesses (and especially coaches) who have become ‘focus-grouped contemporary.’ (I love this phrase lifted from the fashion industry. Essentially it means designed for the masses, safe, average, expected. No edge or advantage.)

* Why disrupting not only your industry but your own model is the key to your next big level of growth

* How beating your competition is the LAST objective you should be focusing on (this may be good news to many of you tired of ‘seeing too much’)

* Why SACRIFICE is the power behind any true ICON of her industry—but it’s not the kind of sacrifice you may be thinking you have to make

* What METRICS you need to stop counting if you’re not a mass market, consumer business

* How important this concept is and how to approach it: Purposeful Positioning > Purposeful Perception™

* What my Porsche salesman said that taught me about positioning a brand uniquely

* The second ‘dark night of the soul’ that many women entrepreneurs experience after reaching great success, and that happens right before their true, ICONIC work is birthed. (Oooo… this is a juicy one.)

This is one you don’t want to miss. Listen now or download for later at www.GlambitionRadio.com.

But note there is some time-sensitive information on this show as well…

If you meet the qualifications, I invite you to join me LIVE in November for ‘ICONIC with Ali Brown’.

This is an advanced workshop for established women leaders, and we will be maxed out at 80 seats. Last year we sold out within 48 hours, so if you are interested I suggest you get on the Priority Notification list at www.IconicWithAliBrown.com or simply text ‘ICONIC’ to (480) 485-2664.

Enjoy, and if you like this episode please share with your community!

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Meeting up in Miami or Phoenix

BY ALI BROWN | July 6, 2018 Leave A Comment

I hope you’re enjoying a fantastic summer here in the U.S. After a few weeks of travel, Brett and I are happy to be home for all this month – it does get HOT here in Scottsdale, but we love our pool time with the kids and doing a lot of grilling.

If you’d like to keep up with more of our adventures (my twins included), I’m on Instagram at @alibrownofficial. I’m posting there more than anywhere else lately because I love its simplicity and positive vibe.

I wanted to drop a quick update here on a few opportunities to work together, as well as my latest episode of #GlambitionRadio…

OCTOBER 11+12, MEET ME IN MIAMI BEACH

I’ll be in Miami for some playtime before a private event, and have a bit of time open for VIP Strategy Days while I’m in the area.

Clients have used these days to map out how to best skyrocket their current model (without implosion), position themselves for higher-end fees and clients, plan their next level of growth, drive a creative “sharp right turn”, or birth a new brand that matches where they’re really feeling called right now, among other objectives. We’ll set an agenda based on your needs during a private pre-call before we meet, and a follow-up call is included as well.

If you’d like to inquire, please complete the brief form on this page, and Jen on my team will reach out to you. (I’ve booked a beautiful oceanfront suite for my stay in Mid-Beach, so we’ll have an inspiring location to create your next level.)

NOVEMBER 7+8, ICONIC 2.0 in PHOENIX

By popular demand, I’m repeating last year’s sold out ICONIC event, and it’s going to be even better than before.

ICONIC 2.0 is for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are ready to get off the launch hamster wheel and now truly step into their great work, creating the most powerful chapter of their careers.

If you’re sick and tired of seeing the same formulas taught over and over (and that don’t work anymore), you will love how I work, the leaders I attract, and the breakthroughs my content creates. Get ready for a fresh perspective, incomparable positioning, and hugely profitable possibilities.

IMPORTANT: Last year we sold out in less than 48 hours, so get on the Priority Notification List here so you’ll be first to know when registration opens in the next two weeks. (Or, text ICONIC to (480) 485-2664.)

I hope to have the chance to meet you in person sometime soon, and help you step into the best next version of yourself and your work that you ever imagined.

AND NOW, AN INCREDIBLE CONVERSATION WITH KATE WHITE

Kate White on Glambition Radio with Ali Brown

She spent 14 years as the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine, where she increased overall circulation by30%, making Cosmo the #1 magazine in the U.S during that time. But I’m having Kate back on the show because her career books have changed my life since I began reading them in the mid-90s. And you’ll hear all about her latest ‘Gutsy Girl Handbook’, on this week’s episode of Glambition Radio. During our conversation, she dives into why NOW was the right time to release this book, and the importance of badass, impactful ideas.

You may have a successful business or career, but it’s simply not enough to do what you’ve been told, or to do what you’ve always done. The key is to take it to that next level ahead of everyone else. Listen now or download for later here.

Xo Ali

Kate White, Best-Selling Author + Former Editor-in-Chief of ‘Cosmopolitan’ — Glambition Radio Episode 144 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | July 4, 2018 Leave A Comment

She spent 14 years as the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine, where she increased overall circulation by 30%, making Cosmo the #1 magazine in the U.S during that time. But I’m having Kate back on the show because her career books have changed my life since I began reading them in the mid-90s. And you’ll hear all about her latest ‘Gutsy Girl Handbook’, on this week’s episode of Glambition Radio. During our conversation, she dives into why NOW was the right time to release this book, and I couldn’t agree more.

On today’s episode, Kate shares the importance of badass, impactful ideas. You may have a successful business or career, but it’s simply not enough to do what you’ve been told, or to do what you’ve always done. The key is to take it to that next level ahead of everyone else— actively come up with bold, innovative, and disruptive ideas. (Don’t wait until a problem needs to be solved.)

In one example, Kate breaks down how she heard an ad on the radio about how melanoma was the fastest growing cancer in women… and then turned that into a multi-million dollar awareness campaign for Cosmo. She didn’t wait around for permission; she just did it. Hear the full story of how Kate created this forward-thinking campaign.

Not only did Kate turn Cosmo’s sales numbers around and dedicate her career to helping empower women in the workplace, but from there on she became a New York Times best-selling author of 12 (twelve!) murder mysteries and thrillers. I ask her point blank how she went from crafting headlines about sexual positions to writing detailed suspense novels. (Her answer may surprise you!)

On the show, we also discuss:

*Why you should never deviate from your brand DNA (I love this because I had to reclaim my own)

*When you should say yes… and then figure it out later (don’t talk yourself out of opportunities)

*Why the mark of a leader is to act in a crisis – not go all quiet when s*** hits the fan

*Why, like it or not, your appearance is critical when it comes to your career success (she’ll share an interesting stat with you)

*Why you need to ask for what you want… ‘even if there is a good reason not to’ (that last part grabbed me!)

*How women tend to wait for the ‘perfect moment’ to go after their goals, but we need to ignore that instinct

*How she spends her winters in Uruguay with her honey (love this idea — we all need a love shack to mix it up a bit)

On this episode of #GlambitionRadio, Kate and I also discuss why you shouldn’t forget about the big picture when you’re thinking about your day-to-day, why we need to listen more than we talk, and why you shouldn’t just ask for more money, but also ask for the juicy opportunities. Think about your legacy, your impact — who do you want to become?

I’m delighted to have Kate back on the show sharing her career wisdom. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later). And don’t forget to pick up a copy of her new ‘Gutsy Girl Handbook’.

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

I’m in NYC…

BY ALI BROWN | June 22, 2018 Leave A Comment

I’m writing this from the lobby of our chic NYC hotel, sipping an iced cold-brew coffee and getting ready for a VIP Strategy Day with a new client. Brett and I have been enjoying a week sans kids and taking in all the city has to offer!

On Wednesday night I hosted a small soiree for several of my #GlambitionRadio guests and it was wonderful to catch up with these high profile women personally. Guests included Kate White (former editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan), Farnoosh Torabi (host of So Money), retail maven Lisa Robinson (formerly of QVC), and several others you may know. I’ll be posting photos soon on my NEW Instagram account: @alibrownofficial – so be sure to follow me there!

Part of the conversation we had was about the topics we’re hearing over and over regarding women and success. Much of what we’re hearing about continually is about catching up, making things right, equaling things out, or fixing things that are broken.

Those are important conversations.

But we agreed there needs to be much more conversation about LEADING.

And this is where my passion lies now.

Because when you insist on operating from your highest level of genius and purpose, it will naturally create more change than you could ever intend on its own.

How does that feel?

Often when I am working with my clients — these are women entrepreneurs whose revenues are typically in the 7- or 8-figures — and if I’m feeling some stuckness or resistance around their business, I will challenge them to this:

Most often the troubles and challenges they are experiencing are actually stemming from the fact they are THINKING TOO SMALL.

And when we identify that and break through to the larger vision and purpose of what they really should be working on, it’s a tremendous RELIEF. They are not here to do things the regular way.

Their growth is about…

being nothing less than extraordinary.

doing often the opposite of everyone around them.

and stepping into their ICONIC work.

If this resonates with you, I invite you back to ICONIC 2.0 this November to continue the powerful work we started last year in Los Angeles.

Because last year’s event SOLD OUT within 48 hours, I have a feeling seats won’t be available for long when we go live.

I’ve scheduled registration to open on July 9 to the public, but I’ll be giving YOU an early chance to reserve your spot.

Watch your inbox for more details coming soon.

And if you have any qualified clients or friends you’d like to encourage to attend, please send them to www.iconicwithalibrown.com to get on the Priority Notification List. Or have them text “ICONIC” to (480) 485-2664.

(You are already ranked highest priority and you don’t need to get on that list! ;))

I’ll touch base again in a week or two.

Xo Ali

Randi Zuckerberg, Founder of Zuckerberg Media + Author of ‘Pick Three’ — Glambition Radio Episode 143 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | June 20, 2018 Leave A Comment

Since leaving Facebook in 2011, Randi Zuckerberg has piled up a varied stack of her own accomplishments, including a weekly tech radio show, two TV shows, a series of angel investments, producing three Broadway shows, and even a six-week stint starring Rock of Ages. It’s been a wild ride since she decided to embrace her creative personality and take a different road than her family name would seem to dictate.

But she fast learned that entrepreneurship combined with motherhood came with incredible demands of time and bandwidth. How to manage? Even with good help and a great team? The businesswoman, mother of two, and author realized even back in her single tech days that we live in a culture that celebrates busyness and working harder (no matter the cost). And that’s a problem.

Her solution? Pick three. It’s a refreshing take on prioritizing, and she’s here to talk about it today on Glambition Radio.

And her new book goes into this process in detail: ‘Pick Three: You Can Have It All (Just Not Every Day)’. Work,sleep, fitness, family, friends — instead of trying to accomplish all five things every day, Randi believes in picking the three most important areas to focus on in any ONE given day, and do them incredibly well.

This is a great conversation with an amazing woman— you don’t want to miss this episode of #GlambitionRadio.

Randi is passionate about the intersection of tech and media and through Zuckerberg Media she is inspiring kids to embrace the power of technology to bring them closer to their goals and what they love. She currently hosts a weekly tech business show called Dot Complicated on SiriusXM and has two TV shows: ‘DOT’ on NBC Universal Kids (winner of Kidscreen’s Best New Preschool Series) and ‘American Dreams’ on HSN, highlighting entrepreneurs around the country.

On the show, we also discuss:

* How multiple mentors in Silicon Valley told her that she should be less interesting and try to fit in more if she wanted to be successful in tech (you have to hear what she learned from this)

* How turning off distractions for just a few hours can help you produce your best work (Gals, put down the phone and give yourself some uninterrupted time. You deserve it)

* Why we need to STOP making the work/balance conversation a gendered conversation (Randi emphasizes this is a topic for everyone – it shouldn’t be seen as taboo for anyone to be equally passionate about their work AND family)

* How her tech-promoting work through Zuckerberg Media goes hand in hand with the message behind ‘Pick Three’ (mindfulness is the key)

* Why it’s never the right time to start a business, but you should go for it anyway (she says the time truly is now)

* How being cast in the Broadway hit show Rock of Ages led Randi to rediscover her creativity (even if that meant going out of her comfort zone)

* She also lets us in on the three broadway shows she is producing right now (and how she’s enjoying being a voter for the Tony Awards— I loved hearing about this process)

On this episode of Glambition Radio, Randi and I also discuss how we prioritize our work with both having two young children, and why we need to leverage the things that make us unique in our business and our life.

You’re going to love getting to know this unexpectedly creative techy with the famous last name. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later). And be sure to grab a copy of Randi’s new book, ‘Pick Three: You Can Have It All (Just Not Every Day)’.

Xo Ali

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