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Sep 2026

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Uncover valuable insights, strategies, and advice to master real estate investing, property management, and entrepreneurship from seasoned professionals.

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September 13, 2026Episode 8651 min

KATELYN BULLOCK on AI's Role in Business, Coaching, and Entrepreneurship Challenges

Alka Sharma welcomes Kayleen Bullock to discuss her transition from engineering to entrepreneurship and the challenges she faced. They explore the cost and value of executive-level coaching and the importance of selecting the right coach or consultant. Kayleen shares insights on how OneSystem AI aids businesses in decision-making and the significance of technology and AI in boosting productivity. The conversation covers the essential role of systems, financial literacy, and initial steps when facing business failures. They delve into lessons learned from failures, the importance of metrics, and transitioning to team-based services. The episode concludes with a look at AI's rapid evolution and future implications, and how to connect with Kayleen.

September 10, 2026Episode 8559 min

Rich Strelovich on Spiritual Growth, Corporate Fulfillment, and Authentic Leadership

Alka Sharma is joined by Rich Strelovich to discuss the intersection of spirituality and corporate careers. They explore Rich's career path as spiritual growth, defining spirituality in the corporate world, and the stress high achievers face. The conversation covers the concept of corporate golden handcuffs, misconceptions about spirituality, and integrating spirituality across religions. Rich emphasizes trusting intuition, finding inner peace, and authentic leadership. They discuss health crises as spiritual turning points, recognizing stress warning signs, and career fulfillment. The episode concludes with reflections on AI's impact on spirituality and how to maintain uniqueness in corporate settings.

August 22, 2026Episode 8429 min

Reinventing Yourself and Transforming Lives: Branding and Empowerment with Alka Sharma

Alka Sharma shares her personal journey of overcoming divorce and reinventing herself. She discusses the significance of internal branding and how it empowers divorced women. Highlighting her collaboration with Les Brown, Alka reveals her superpowers in helping clients with branding. The conversation covers key messages from her global speaking engagements and addresses common misconceptions about branding. Alka emphasizes the support of family and friends during challenging times and the role of forgiveness in moving forward. The episode concludes with insights on rebuilding identity, self-discovery, and the importance of gratitude.

August 20, 2026Episode 8348 min

Erin Gallagher on Suicide Prevention, Breaking Stigma, and Supporting Those in Crisis

Alka Sharma is joined by Erin Gallagher to tackle the pressing issue of suicide prevention. They begin by exploring visible warning signs and debunking common myths about suicide. The conversation delves into the psychology of silence and the hidden struggles faced by individuals, emphasizing the importance of deeper conversations and vulnerability. Erin highlights the broader societal issue of suicide beyond high-profile cases, focusing on the stigma surrounding it. They discuss community roles in crisis prevention, strategies for supporting friends in crisis, and the need for persistent care. The episode concludes with long-term approaches to prevention and how to connect with Erin's impactful work.

August 18, 2026Episode 821 hr 3 min

Shannon Donoho Simpson on Resilience, Community Support, and Rebuilding After Hardship

Alka Sharma is joined by Shannon Donohoe Simpson to explore resilience and personal transformation. Shannon shares her journey through personal struggles, including balancing cancer treatment with family responsibilities, and her connection with the Callanish Society. They discuss the importance of asking for help and community support during challenging times. Shannon emphasizes self-care, happiness, and embracing discomfort for growth. The conversation highlights self-responsibility in relationships, helping women find their true selves, and practices for choosing joy. Shannon's story underscores the power of community and seeking support.

August 16, 2026Episode 8138 min

Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership in an AI-Driven World with Peter Anderson

Alka Sharma is joined by Peter Anderson to explore the nuances of leadership in high-pressure environments. They begin by identifying signs of burnout in high performers and discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and mindfulness. Practical mindfulness tools for leaders and the significance of nonviolent communication are highlighted. The conversation shifts to the impact of workplace culture on team performance and the hidden costs of unhealthy environments. As AI becomes more prevalent, they discuss the transition, recalibration, and limitations of AI, emphasizing the enduring value of human intelligence. The episode concludes with insights on investing in people and essential skills for the future.

July 18, 2026Episode 8055 min

Martijs Gregory on Infinite Alignment, Self-Love, and Overcoming Dysfunctional Patterns

Alka Sharma sits down with Martijs Gregory, founder of MegaGym, to explore his concept of the law of infinite alignment. They discuss its significance in breaking generational dysfunction and fostering self-awareness. Martijs shares insights on recognizing and overcoming dysfunctional patterns, triggers, and the role of identity in shaping reality. The conversation delves into self-love's importance, especially for women and caregivers, and its practice in daily life. They examine the four D’s of alignment—Desire, Decision, Declaration, Demonstration—and how to align identity with actions. Martijs emphasizes the need to update beliefs, manage emotions, and the impact of generational patterns on identity.

July 15, 2026Episode 791 hr 6 min

Les Moir on Scaling Businesses, Strategic Management, and Leveraging AI for Growth

Join Alka Sharma and Les Moir as they discuss key strategies for business growth. They cover common scaling mistakes, the importance of systems, and challenges for first-generation entrepreneurs. Les emphasizes managing chaos as revenue grows and the role of ego in business. They draw parallels between business and sports, discuss automation, team alignment, and evaluating ROI. The episode highlights leveraging system weaknesses, the importance of data, and AI's role in operations. They conclude with insights on strategic management, profitability, and the necessity of AI for founders.

May 27, 2026Episode 7829 min

Joseph Michelli on Creating Iconic Brands, Leadership, and Future Trends in Hospitality

Alka Sharma welcomes Joseph Michelli to discuss branding strategies and lessons from iconic companies like Ritz Carlton and Starbucks. They explore common branding mistakes, share stories of brand reputation challenges, and highlight the importance of exceptional training. Discover how elite brands meet high expectations and the impact of internal culture on brand longevity. Joseph shares insights on revitalizing Pike Place Fish Market and emphasizes leadership introspection. The conversation covers solving core brand issues, working with committed clients, and the future of AI and robotics in hospitality. Tune in for key branding principles and the significance of personal business interactions.

April 28, 2026Episode 771 hr 2 min

Kathryn Bobb on AI Efficiency, Business Growth, and Future Innovations

Alka Sharma hosts Kathryn Bobb to explore AI's strategic role in business. Kathryn discusses common mistakes and the importance of integrating AI tools to enhance efficiency. They introduce the ADE framework—Automate, Delegate, Eliminate—and share automation examples. The episode covers task prioritization with the urgent-important matrix and tracking AI adoption with key metrics. They delve into the human side of tech work, building a growth-oriented culture, and AI's future. Kathryn addresses AI benefits, fears, and customer experience impacts, concluding with insights on sales objections, AI's value across departments, and its potential for coaches.

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