Be The Wolf

You push. You grind. You sacrifice. Because that’s what it takes to succeed, right? But what happens when you get to the top … and still feel empty and miserable? That’s exactly what happened to Christian Ray Flores. Imagine this: international recording artist, millions of fans, number-one hits … but deeply unhappy. And here’s the thing, this doesn’t just happen to celebrities. It happens to entrepreneurs and high achievers too.  We get trapped building the business, making money, and chasing the next goal. And we ignore what allows us to enjoy our success. ➡️ Why chasing “just one more win” won’t make you feel better ➡️ The huge blind spot most entrepreneurs have (and how it sabotages your success) ➡️ The big move that changed Christian’s life … that could change yours too If you’ve ever thought, I should be happier than this … you need to hear this conversation.   Connect with Genea:  [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/ Connect with Christian: Website: https://www.xponential.life/ Get Christian’s weekly newsletter- Weekly Strategies for Success and Significance: https://www.christianrayflores.com/ Access Your Free Xponential Scorecard: https://christian-wk3r3mtn.scoreapp.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christianrayflores1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianrayflores/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianrayflores/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thechristianrayflores Be a guest on Christian’s podcast: https://calendly.com/christianrayflores/guestspot?back=1&month=2025-03 Get Christian’s book: Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America: A Love Letter From An Immigrant: https://www.amazon.com/Little-Book-Reasons-Love-America/dp/B0DQWVZN1H/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Uu9sdK-4V9EvT9FwDUEKjVlHjWhh4iGlJuVZjoHJORXGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.-9xHf0zffNLwTYz2SHOkv7GrZhMYd0Wl2o_Pa65Hm_g&dib_tag=se&qid=1736557274&refinements=p_27%3AChristian++Ray+Flores&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Christian++Ray+Flores About Christian:  Christian Ray Flores is a high-performance coach, entrepreneur, international recording artist, and philanthropist with a story that spans continents and industries. From a childhood as a refugee in Chile to becoming a pop star in Eastern Europe, launching award-winning media ventures, and leading global philanthropy—his journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and impact. ​ With a master’s in economics and fluency in four languages, Christian has built and advised startups, raised millions for businesses and missions, and coached top executives, founders, and creatives to sustained peak performance. He co-founded Third Drive Media, producing content that moves audiences and fuels innovation, and leads Xponential, where he empowers high achievers to maximize success and significance.   As host of the Headspace by Christian Ray Flores podcast and author of Little Book of Big Reasons to Love America, he speaks globally on leadership, mindset, and the habits that create extraordinary lives.

You’re putting in the work. You’re following the steps. You’re doing EVERYTHING the gurus say will make you successful.  So Why isn’t your business growing the way you want?  Sure, some months are great. Others? Not so much.  Some days, business feels easy. Other days, it’s hard and you question EVERYTHING.  Here’s what no one tells you: If you’re business isn’t growing, it’s not because you aren’t working hard enough. It’s because something deeper is running the show. And until you see it, your hard work will keep giving you shit results.  So how do you figure out what is running the show and sabotaging your business?  That’s what I break down in this episode of Be the Wolf.  You’ll learn: ✅ Why most entrepreneurs hold themselves back without realizing it (and how to stop) ✅ The hidden reason you keep switching strategies—and why none of them get you where you want to go ✅ How you can turn your business’s impossible days into easy flow days ✅ The simple shift that makes growth feel natural instead of like a daily battle This isn’t about working harder. And it’s not about “just believing in yourself.” (insert fluffy “think positive” voice who’s not in touch with reality) It’s about seeing what’s really been in your way … so you can finally break through.   Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    About Genea: Genea Barnes is a Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs, Speaker, and Podcast Host.  She helps entrepreneurs: grow the business ‘your way’ and have fun doing it by expanding your Success Zone. This results in solid, steady growth while working less and using fewer sales, marketing, and money-making strategies.  Her custom state-of-the-art system saved her own business from financial ruin and is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts. She's helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, financial breakthroughs, and more joy. She believes that when you unleash the power of YOU, humanity evolves.

What if the one thing keeping you from success isn’t lack of skill, strategy, or resources … but your fear of letting go? In this episode of Be the Wolf, we dive deep into the moment every entrepreneur faces …  when to take the leap and trust yourself enough to make your passion a full-time business.  Ralph Velasco spent plenty of time in jobs and owning businesses that didn’t light him up. Because he didn’t know how to turn his passion into a business.  He walked away from security – not once, but multiple times – until he finally built the business and lifestyle of his dreams. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a business that no longer excites you … if you’re grinding away but never feeling free… or if you’ve been telling yourself “I just need more time, more money, more stability before I go all in”—this episode is for you. We’ll uncover: ✅ The fear that keeps most entrepreneurs stuck—and how to break free ✅ Why waiting for the “right time” is killing your business dreams ✅ The hidden cost of holding onto security (it’s more than just money) ✅  How to trust yourself enough to take the leap and make it work Stop settling for a business that drains you when you can have one that fuels you.  Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    Connect with Ralph: Website: https://continentaldrifter.co/ Free Expert travel tips handbook: https://mailchi.mp/continentaldrifter.co/get-free-ebook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelasco/ X: https://x.com/ralphvelasco/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/continentaldrifter Books: 3-in-1 book bundle titled The Mindful & Intentional Traveler https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKTL61PL  How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DFM2P87D  Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP  60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T About Ralph: Since 2008 (16+ years) Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 highly-rated international tours in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.) When not traveling, Ralph is based in Chicago. However, he's been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading his tours. Ralph has authored several books on travel photography, and he just combined his most recent books into a 3-in-1 book bundle titled The Mindful & Intentional Traveler (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DKTL61PL). These books include: 1. How to Be a Mindful Traveler Using Your 5+ Senses (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DFM2P87D) 2. Travel Activity Book for Adults: GRATITUDES Edition (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D3MKB1TP) 3. 60 AFFIRMATIONS for Travel (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQPLBM6T) He has a YouTube channel called The Continental DRIFTER® (https://youtube.com/continentaldrifter) and a related website (https://ContinentalDRIFTER.co) where everything about his business can be found, including tours, blog posts, his YouTube channel, podcasts, merchandise and more. Ralph is often asked how people can learn to do what he does and so he created a self-guided online course called Tour Organizer Training: Get Paid to Travel. In this course made up of 7 Modules and 26 Lessons, he goes step-by-step through what’s involved in creating a tour business. Ralph has spoken all over the world and in the U.S. at the Travel & Adventure Shows and the New York Times Travel Show, as well as at travel blogger conferences (in Spain, Sweden, Israel, and Ireland) and the IOETI digital marketing conference in Cairo, Egypt (see more at https://continentaldrifter.co/speaking/) Finally, he created an iOS app called My Shot Lists for Travel more than 14 years ago, but it's no longer on the app store and instead he turned the information into a book called 52 Categories of a Shot List: Create Images that Tell a Story, also available on Amazon (https://tinyurl.com/52categories).

You’re trying to be smart. To be ready.  Covering your bases “just in case.”  But what if all that prepping is holding your business back? Buying too much inventory. Saving money instead of using it to grow. Running many strategies at once, hoping one will work.  These might feel like smart moves—but they’re really fear-based safety nets that keep you running in place. In this episode of Be the Wolf, I talk about why playing not to lose slows your growth … and how to move into the play-to-win mindset. ✅ How “just in case” strategies drain your revenue ✅ Why over-prepping increases your risk ✅ How fear of loss stops you from making the “right” moves ✅ The mindset shift that turns hesitation into powerful momentum You don’t need more safety nets.  You need to neutralize the fear so you can start taking the RIGHT action … The action that actually moves your business forward. Listen now and start playing-to-win! Aren’t you tired of losing? Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    About Genea: Genea Barnes is a Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs, Speaker, and Podcast Host.  She helps entrepreneurs: grow the business ‘your way’ and have fun doing it by expanding your Success Zone. This results in solid, steady growth while working less and using fewer sales, marketing, and money-making strategies.  Her custom state-of-the-art system saved her own business from financial ruin and is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts. She's helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, financial breakthroughs, and more joy. She believes that when you unleash the power of YOU, humanity evolves.

What if the reason your business isn’t growing isn't your strategy or hard work What if it’s your voice? In this episode of Be the Wolf, I sit down with Soha Al-Jurf, an expert in voice psychology and coaching. We explore the deep connection between voice and your ability to create a business and life you love.   Soha shares her transformational journey from being an opera singer with an unsolvable vocal crack to being a sought-after voice coach. Along the way, she learns how voice issues are often psychological, emotional, and even spiritual.    We discuss how entrepreneurs and creatives subconsciously silence themselves. And talk about how reclaiming your voice is the key to standing out, making an impact, and experiencing true success.    You’ll learn: Why most entrepreneurs struggle with indecision – and how to break free The hidden blocks that suppress your voice (and your power) How to find your true voice (literally and metaphorically)   Your voice is your authority, your power, and your success. Are you ready to step into it? Connect with Genea:  [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    Connect with Soha: Website: https://www.sohaaljurf.com/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soha-al-jurf-a031261a/ Appointment Link: https://calendly.com/sohaaljurf/30-minute-discovery-call    About Soha: In the almost 30 years that I’ve been working with the voice—from my BFA in opera performance to my 20+ years of clinical experience as a voice-specialized speech-language pathologist and vocal rehabilitation specialist—I have witnessed the entire range of human experience reflected through the loss—and recovery—of the voice.   Through the thousands of hours I have spent guiding individuals who are confronted with the task of recovering their “lost” voices, I have come to believe that the reason the voice offers such a profound reflection of our shared emotional, psychological, and spiritual experience is that somewhere in the deep unconscious of our collective psyches lies buried the voice of the archetypal feminine—a voice that was silenced as humanity relentlessly sought a so-called “rational” approach to life that favored science over art; logic over poetry; commerce over creativity.   At this stage in my life’s work, I am focusing my heart, soul, knowledge, and skills on reclaiming the lost voice of the archetypal feminine. Combining my expertise in voice with my studies of depth psychology (Jungian and Archetypal Studies), I help creative women work through a process of recovering their own lost voices.

My entrepreneur clients often ask me “how” to get their business to the next level. They feel like they're "doing all the right things." But nothing is working.   The problem's not "what" they're doing. The problem is they don't (YET) have the understanding that makes it work.    And when they try to “learn” what they need to know, they still get terrible results.   What they don’t know is: what they need to learn and understand is OUTSIDE their current Success Zone.   And until their Success Zone can hold that "learning," nothing anyone "teaches" them will make a difference.   If you’re sick of making lateral moves in your business (or life), this episode of Be the Wolf is for you.   In this episode, I share: A simple learning hack that’ll help you access the learnings outside your Success Zone Why "learning" new business and money-making strategies keeps you at the same level – no matter how hard you work.  How the expert mind vs the beginner's mind dictates your revenue ceiling  The secret to generating business-growing ideas that actually move the needle.   Most entrepreneurs “think” they’re learning. But they’re just filtering new information to confirm what they already know. That’s why they keep getting the same results. If your business isn’t growing the way you want it to, it’s time to start learning in a way that actually expands your success. This episode will show you how.    Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/  About Genea: Genea Barnes is a Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs, Speaker, and Podcast Host.    She helps entrepreneurs: grow the business ‘your way’ and have fun doing it by expanding your Success Zone. This results in solid, steady growth while working less and using fewer sales, marketing, and money-making strategies.    Her custom state-of-the-art system saved her own business from financial ruin and is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts.   She's helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, financial breakthroughs, and more joy. She believes that when you unleash the power of YOU, humanity evolves.

Sure it’s nice to have a clean and organized space, but can that help you do better in business?    In this episode of ‘Be the Wolf,’ Julie Coraccio a professional declutterer shares the benefits that decluttering can have in your life and business. This is more than just professional organizing, and it’s more impactful than you could imagine.    You’ll learn how clutter relates to business opportunities, focus, depression, staying small, creativity, and curiosity.    You’ll also hear about Julie’s entrepreneur journey. And how she replaced self-doubt and a fear of public speaking with confidence and self-belief to propel her business forward. You’ll be inspired by her plan to create a legacy project that involves Taylor Swift.    Don’t miss this episode for actionable tips on clearing clutter, setting boundaries, differentiating yourself in the market, and expanding your business.     Connect with Genea:  [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    Connect with Julie: Website: https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/ Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/declutteryourlife/    About Julie: Julie Coraccio is an award-winning professional declutterer & organizer, certified life coach, and author of 15 books. She is passionate about supporting people in clearing clutter in all areas of their lives; getting organized; and becoming more mindful and aware. For a decade she hosted the popular podcast, Clear Your Clutter Inside & Out.   Happily married to Tony she is also at the beck and call of rescued black cats Antonio, NiNi, and Gus. Based in Wheeling, WV, Julie works with people all over the world. She enjoys hiking, reading, learning about environmental and animal issues, and baking. The bathtub is her woman cave.

Do you have trouble with sales and/or employee performance? How about meeting your quarterly and yearly business goals? For most entrepreneurs, the problem is less about what they’re doing, and more about how they are showing up.  In this episode of ‘Be the Wolf,’ you’ll discover exactly why authenticity is a major component of taking your business to the next level. And there’s science to back it up!  You can’t fake it till you make it when it comes to authenticity. With AI seeping into every aspect of our lives people have gotten very sensitive to what’s real and what’s not.  The problem is most people have no idea when they’re being inauthentic. Because they don’t truly understand what it means. In this episode, I share the truth about authenticity and how you can embody it all the time.  You’ll understand why it’s essential for improving sales, employee performance, hiring, and effective delegation.  I share how to use authenticity to overcome resistance, delegate tasks effectively, and stay focused on your goals. And you’ll learn how to leverage it to build a business you (and other people) LOVE.   Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    Genea Barnes is a Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs, Speaker, and Podcast Host.    She helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses and have fun doing it by expanding their Success Zone. This results in solid, steady growth while working less and using fewer sales, marketing, and money-making strategies.    Her custom state-of-the-art system saved her own business from financial ruin and is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts.   She's helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, financial breakthroughs, and more joy. She believes that when you unleash the power of YOU, humanity evolves.

CEO and owner of Luna Float Spa, Courtney (Ketu) Thomas, was in jail during his third incarceration when a spark of inspiration set him on a new path toward success. That spark led Courtney to the next spark while watching Deepak Chopra on the Oprah Show.  Since then, his business success has been fueled by the cleansing of the body and mind. He has been able to align with the natural laws of the universe to achieve goals with minimal effort. You’ll learn how he has increased his efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity in business life. And discover how through personal growth and self-development, he has created effortless success  Every successful business owner has a unique path.  What works for them may not work for you. But sometimes learning how others did it will spark the idea that inspires your next step. And one right-for-you step after another is how you get your business to the next level.  When each step is inspired by a feeling of possibility it’s a sign you’re probably on the right path. (Even if it’s a little scary.) I love having guests on my show because hearing another’s journey often sparks a flash of insight, inspiration, or spark that fuels your next right step.   Check out this episode of ‘Be the Wolf’ and let Courtney’s journey inspire your next step!   Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/   Connect with Courtney (Ketu): Website: https://lunafloatspa.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevedicone/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085316383810  Retreat link: https://lunafloatspa.com/purposeful-living-retreat/   About Courtney (Ketu):  My name is Courtney, also known as Ketu, and I am a meditation teacher, holistic wellness advisor, and co-director of the Colorado Springs Transcendental Meditation Center. My journey from a former juvenile inmate to a meditation teacher is a testament to the transformative power of adversity and self-discovery. As the owner of Luna Float Spa and Salt Cave in Colorado Springs, I have created a sanctuary that integrates ancient wisdom with modern wellness practices, offering personalized programs that address physical, mental, and spiritual health. Through my work, I help individuals transcend stress, achieve mental clarity, and live purpose-driven lives. My mission is to guide others on their hero’s journey, helping them uncover their inner peace and highest potential.

Ray Dalio says, “The quality of your life ultimately depends on the quality of your decisions.”  This also means that your business is a direct result of your decisions. So are you happy with how it’s going?  Or do you find that you have lots to complain and worry about? Things like your profits staying the same even though your revenue is going up and you’re working more than ever? Or maybe your revenue keeps going down even though you’re doing “all the right things.”  The thing is, until you figure out what the glitch is in your decision-making, those things you don’t like will continue to happen.  That’s why upgrading your decision-making mechanism is one of the fastest ways to upgrade your business. In this episode, you’ll get a new take on decision-making and the critical impact it has on your life and your business.  You’ll learn what causes indecision and how to overcome it. As well as how to make pain-in-the-ass clients behave. You’ll discover what it takes to break the plateaus. And how your decisions can lead to actually having fun in your business.  I share personal stories and give you practical insights so you can show up with authenticity AND create success.   Connect with Genea: [free guide] Grow Your Business and Love Doing it with the 3 secrets the business gurus NEVER talk about: http://bethewolfgift.com/ Website: http://bethewolfnow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geneabarnes/    About Genea: Genea Barnes is a Performance Coach for Entrepreneurs, Speaker, and Podcast Host.  She helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses and have fun doing it by expanding their Success Zone. This results in solid, steady growth while working less and using fewer sales, marketing, and money-making strategies.  Her custom state-of-the-art system saved her own business from financial ruin and is based on 20 years of experience, study, and training with leading experts. She's helped hundreds of people take their businesses and lives to the next level giving them time freedom, financial breakthroughs, and more joy. She believes that when you unleash the power of YOU, humanity evolves.