Focal Tangent: Perspectives That Shift

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Welcome to the Focal Tangent: Perspectives That Shift podcast. Hosted by Nathalie Amlani founder of Pictonat Photography, a brand strategist, photographer, soulful entrepreneur, and visual storyteller. This is a show all about connecting the power of storytelling, mindset, and brand strategy to bring to light the abundance of possibilities for creating the business of your dreams. Each week, Nathalie brings you thought leadership and impactful conversations in all areas of business, branding, and mindset growth. Be inspired by unique stories of experience and grit that led to unexpected paths to success. Gain insight and knowledge on how the magic happens, with clear takeaways and ideas. So hit that subscribe button and join Nathalie for a conversation that will truly shift your perspective.

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May 13, 2024Episode 531 hr 0 min

053: Unleash Your Special Sauce: Attracting More Dream Clients By Being You with Lianne Kim

Business coach Lianne Kim joined the Focal Tangent Podcast to discuss using individual uniqueness as an asset for attracting desired clients. Lianne explains how her sales and marketing background led her to found Mamas & Co. and become a successful entrepreneur. She offers tips on personal branding and the importance of recognizing one's own 'special sauce'. She emphasizes the power of video on social media, and the need for authenticity, challenge, and expertise in engaging content. Lianne also addressed criticism, encouraging comfort with negative feedback. A focus was made on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle for business success. Discussions included the benefits of daily exercise, well-structured scheduling, varied diets, and maintaining good gut health. Highlights - In this incredible episode, you will get to learn: • The importance of finding your 'Special Sauce' 🌟 and harnessing your authenticity • Significant techniques to attract more 'Dream Clients' 🤝 • How to use wellness and self-care in entrepreneurship to fuel business growth 🧘‍♀️ • Insights on creating everyday habits that can lead to both business and personal success 📈 • The importance of self-belief throughout your entrepreneurial journey 💪 Time stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:17 Understanding Your Special Sauce 02:18 The Journey of Building a Community 03:58 Identifying and Harnessing Your Special Sauce 06:01 The Power of Video Content 07:23 Embracing Authenticity and Dealing with Criticism 11:20 The Importance of Personal Branding 14:03 Balancing Personal Life and Business 17:23 The Role of Health and Wellness in Business Success 27:37 The Impact of Daily Habits on Success 30:10 Overcoming Challenges to Establish a Morning Routine 31:11 The Impact of Skipping Morning Movement 31:34 The Mind-Body Connection and Its Influence on Productivity 32:33 The Importance of Seeking Support in Personal Growth 33:31 Overcoming Excuses and Embracing Change 33:53 The Power of Careful Scheduling 34:48 Identifying Activities That Make You Feel Your Best 35:31 The Impact of Habits on Our Lives 35:56 The Benefits of Batching Tasks 37:03 The Importance of Energy Management 38:40 The Power of Entrepreneurship and Designing Your Life 40:10 The Impact of Your Business on Others 40:50 The Importance of Self-Care and Energy Management 45:25 The Power of Healthy Eating and Mindful Eating 58:03 The Journey to Being Your Best Self Get in touch with Lianne at: Website URL: mamasandco.com Instagram URL: @mamasandco and @liannekimcoach LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lianne-kim-4b2015a0/?originalSubdomain=ca The Business of Thinking Big Podcast: https://www.liannekim.com/blog

April 29, 2024Episode 5247 min

052: Beyond the Mask: A Deep Dive into Authentic Self-Expression with Kari Russell

In this discussion, Kari Russell, a leadership and self-expression business coach, speaks about the importance of self-expression, defining it as an individual's method of expressing feelings, thoughts, or ideas, whether it's through art, music, writing, or even their own personal style. Kari emphasizes the importance of authenticity, and the challenges between balancing self-expression and societal expectations. She also offers thought-provoking questions for self-reflection and encourages listeners to develop intimacy with their ego. Kari highlights her coaching programs and shares how these programs aim to help individuals build their personal power, strengthen their self-leadership, and transform their self-expression through vulnerability, courage, and self-ownership. Ultimately, Kari's message encourages an examination of one's self-expression in a compassionate light, creating a solid foundation to make more empowered decisions moving forward. 00:00 Introduction to Self Expression 01:02 Guest Introduction: Carrie Russell 02:15 Understanding Self Expression 03:00 The Dual Sides of Self Expression 05:05 The Journey of Self Expression 05:46 The Role of Ego in Self Expression 06:54 Overcoming the Need for External Validation 07:27 The Power of Self Leadership 10:48 Understanding and Embracing Judgment 16:54 The Role of Ego in Self Expression Revisited 27:04 Understanding Self-Knowership and Integrity 27:32 Dealing with Judgments and Self-Identity 28:53 Choosing Your Energy Focus 29:12 Self-Expression and Brand Expression 29:56 Creating Your Brand Identity 30:32 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Expression 31:08 The Importance of Authenticity in Branding 31:39 The Role of Self-Expression in Building Your Brand 33:27 The Journey of Self-Expression 36:38 The Power of Self-Expression 37:03 Tools for Deepening Self-Expression 38:43 The Impact of Self-Expression Prompts 46:06 The Power of Vulnerability and Intimacy in Self-Expression 49:50 Final Thoughts on the Self-Expression Journey Get in touch with Kari at: Website: instagram.com/iamkarirussell Instagram: instagram.com/iamkarirussell Links mentioned in the episode: studio https://karirussell.kartra.com/page/studio2024 daily s|ex prompts https://karirussell.kartra.com/page/tqd

April 15, 2024Episode 5148 min

051: Energizing Your Networking: Empowering Tips for Success with Michelle Whyte

In this conversation, Nathalie Amlani speaks with Michelle Whyte about the topic of connecting and networking more effectively. They discuss personal strategies to combat the stress of networking events, the importance of intentionality and genuine connections, and the value of understanding oneself in order to navigate networking opportunities more authentically. Michelle emphasizes that networking is relational rather than transactional, and states that being prepared with specific questions, actively listening, and knowing oneself and the room are key elements to successful networking. They also share the importance of following up promptly after an event in a deliberate and personalized way, in order to keep the connections alive. They talk about the Etiquette Evolution Academy where entrepreneurs can learn to hone their social skills and build relationships that ultimately benefit their businesses. Highlights: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences with Networking 01:46 The Importance of Networking and Building Relationships 04:06 The Art of Small Talk and Preparing for Networking Events 09:10 The Importance of Active Listening and Asking the Right Questions 12:32 Handling Different Types of Conversations and Social Anxiety 19:06 The Role of Mindset Shifts in Networking 23:37 Understanding the Importance of Genuine Conversations 24:11 Navigating Networking Events with Unknown Attendees 25:12 Leveraging Networking Events for Market Research 25:39 The Power of Pre-Event Networking 29:07 Strategies for Entering and Exiting Conversations 33:25 Making Yourself Memorable at Networking Events 37:52 The Art of Post-Event Follow-Up 42:27 The Evolution of Etiquette in Networking Get in touch with Michelle Website: https://michelleawhyte.com/work-with-me/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichelleawhyte/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-whyte-b716a97b/

April 1, 2024Episode 5041 min

050: Cultivating a Growth Mindset and Authentic Sales Techniques with Gazzy Amin

Cultivating a Growth Mindset and Authentic Sales Techniques with Gazzy Amin In this episode, Gazzy Amin, a sales consultant for entrepreneurs, shares her journey from the political field to entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of adopting a 'growth mindset' to overcome obstacles and limitations in both personal and professional life. A key focus in the discussion is her approach to authentic selling, which entails letting go of perfectionism and traditional methods, and finding what works best for each individual. In achieving business success, Gazzy encourages listeners to manage their energies effectively, leverage the power of service in sales, and believe in the potential and value of their work. Highlights: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:49 Getting to Know Gazzy Amin: Personal and Professional Journey 02:39 Understanding Growth Mindset: An In-depth Discussion 04:48 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change 07:07 The Power of Manifestation and Growth Mindset 09:03 Practical Steps to Cultivate a Growth Mindset 12:45 The Role of Growth Mindset in Entrepreneurship 18:03 Content Creation and Overcoming Perfectionism 31:06 The Importance of Authenticity in Sales 38:38 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Get in touch with Gazzy at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/authenticgazzy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticgazzy/

March 18, 2024Episode 4946 min

049: Unlocking Inner Wisdom: The Power of Becoming Still with Nadine Moffat

In this discussion, the guest Nadine Moffatt, a mystic, lightworker, channel, healer, guide, Nordic witch, and empath, demystifies energy healing, intuition and awakening feminine energy. Nadine explains the importance of becoming 'still', listening to one's inner wisdom, and understanding how the feminine energy works. She emphasizes the importance of aligning one's energy, and how clearing negative emotions and limiting beliefs can clear the 'static' from one's 'antenna' and improve their ability to attract what they want in life. Also, she showcases the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions for a healthy mental state. Lastly, Nadine introduces her upcoming Mystical Mastermind, a membership collective, steeped in magic and rituals for those wanting to deepen their understanding of the topics discussed. Highlights: 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Guest Introduction: Nadine Moffatt 03:24 The Story Behind 'Becoming Still' 05:22 Understanding Modern Day Witchcraft 10:08 The Importance of Embracing Stillness 14:41 Exploring the Divine Feminine Energy 17:55 The Power of Processing Emotions 23:05 Attracting Success through Energy Management 24:41 Understanding Self and Attracting Success 25:27 Clearing the Static: Emotions and Limiting Beliefs 26:38 Reframing Feelings of Lack 28:56 The Power of Attraction and Trust 33:49 Listening to Your Intuition and Guides 35:44 The Practice of Energy Healing 38:21 Starting Your Journey with Meditation 41:44 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Promotions Get in touch with Nadine at: Website URL: https://www.becomingstill.ca/ Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/becoming_still LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becomingstill/ Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/becomingstill Other Links (Such as a podcast or blog) : https://www.becomingstill.ca/journey-to-stillness/ Links mentioned in the episode: Mystical Mastermind™ Collective launching on Ostara/Spring Equinox - get on the VIP Waitlist and be the firs to know. (email becomingstillwellness@gmail.com) And then receive a 15 min FREE Yoga Nidra Meditation when you join my newsletter. https://mailchi.mp/bfeeaccffffe/joinmylist

February 29, 2024Episode 484 min

048: Maximizing Engagement with Hooks on Instagram with Nathalie Amlani

Maximizing Engagement with Hooks on Instagram The episode discusses the rising trend of using engaging 'hooks' at the start of Instagram reels and other social media content to immediately captivate viewers. The speaker explains that the hook can be presented as a caption or as overlay text on videos. After the hook, the content should provide insights and include a call to action. Several examples of trending hooks are provided, such as 'unpopular opinion', 'point of view', 'how my client went from zero to hero', and 'truth bombs'. The speaker encourages listeners to experiment with these hooks, promising to provide a list of examples and showcasing how they use the strategy on their own social media pages. 00:00 Introduction to Engaging Hooks 00:25 Applying Hooks to Your Content 00:54 The Caption Formula 01:07 Examples of Trending Hooks 02:38 How to Use Hooks Effectively 02:51 Conclusion and Invitation to Share Connect with Nathalie: Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/pictonatphotography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-amlani/ Website: https://pictonat.com

February 29, 2024Episode 4715 min

047: Embracing the Pause: A Year of Growth and Renewal

In this episode, the podcast host Nathalie Amlani discusses a year-long hiatus from her podcast, 'The Focal Tangent: Perspectives That Shift.’' A retreat in Costa Rica provided a profound emotional shift that led her to take an intentional pause from her work to concentrate on personal matters. During this time, she experienced various emotions like grief, vulnerability, sadness, renewal, and inner strength. She discusses how her pause resulted in positive outcomes for her business and personal life, emphasizing the importance of self-care, decluttering and the power of vulnerability. Towards the end, she emphasizes the importance of discussing mental health in improving overall wellbeing and promises to bring fresh content on the podcast that revolves around inner growth and transformation. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:22 The Unplanned Break and Its Impact 02:40 Emotional Journey: Grief, Vulnerability, and Sadness 05:02 Renewal, Inner Strength, and Advocacy 07:15 The Power of Decluttering and Energy Shift 09:11 Strengthening Intuition and Inner Knowing 10:08 The Transformation and Renewed Self 10:51 The Importance of Mental Health Conversations 11:46 Embracing the Deep and the Darkness 12:13 The Way Forward: Fresh Content and Connections The next season brings 22 fresh episodes and compelling topics, stay tuned! Stay in touch with Nathalie: Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/pictonatphotography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-amlani/ Website: https://pictonat.com

October 27, 2022Episode 4629 min

046: Get Seen with Short-Form Video For your Brand with Sarah Weiss

When you think of doing a video for your business, how does it feel? Good? Uncomfortable? Initially, for me, I was super uncomfortable and tried to make it perfect. The reality is, it’s never perfect, and the more imperfect it is, the more engagement I got. Whaattt? A recent study by Wyzowl reported that people share videos at twice the rate than any other form of content. It also found that 84% of people were convinced to buy a product or service based on the brand’s video. Video content is increasingly becoming an important part of every brand’s content marketing strategy. Today we’re going to dive into showing up on short-form video for your brand and business with a special guest, Sarah Weiss, a Social Media strategist. About Sarah: Sarah is a social media strategist who specializes in short-form videos like TikTok and Instagram Reels! She gets online business owners visible on video so they can land dreamy clients! When she's not over on TikTok, Sarah loves spending time with her puppies, fiancé and jamming out to Broadway showtunes. Episode Highlights: Sarah’s career change from speech therapist to social media strategist (just a fun fact lol) Showing up on short-form video for your brand/business Why video is important to incorporate and why it's not going anywhere How to show up authentically Actionable tips to start getting on video today (hooks, video structure, etc) Thanks, Sarah for sharing your zone of genius for on short-form video to help get online business owners more visible so that they can land their dream clients! This episode will truly shift your perspective. Connect with Sarah Weiss: Website: www.onbrandbysarah.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/onbrandbysarah Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@onbrandbysarah Facebook: www.facebook.com/onbrandbysarah 20 Hooks for IG and Instagram Reels: https://onbrandbysarah.com/#freebie Connect with Nathalie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pictonatphoto/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/pictonatphotography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-amlani/ Join the Free Focal Tangent: Brand Builder Society Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandbuildersociety Website: https://pictonat.com

October 13, 2022Episode 4536 min

045: Prepared to Partner - Being Ready For YES Moments with Amelia Roberts

One of the key ways to grow your business and expand your reach is through partnerships and collaboration. Yes, a lot of it has to do with relationship building but time is precious. We want to take on the right opportunities and make it a fruitful relationship. One of my key values is community and connection and I'm so happy to dive deeper into this space with today’s topic ‘Prepared to partner - being ready for YES moments with Amelia Roberts, Business Development Advisor, and Collaboration Consultant. About Amelia: Amelia is a registered nurse by trade who fell in love with marketing and sales (it turns out the process for each matched her expertise with scientific methods perfectly). Amelia's almost 20 years in healthcare and 6 years in business have proven that most challenges with advancing in a career or business result from: A) a story that is not being told B) a collaboration that is not happening C) both A and B Now, alongside other hats, individuals and teams hire Amelia to regain control of their day, quarter, or year with the RIGHT collaborations. When she is not teaching leaders how to do less marketing while making more impact by developing relationships at scale, Amelia enjoys spending time on #teamnap as well as planning both real and imagined food tours. Episode Highlights: How to go after the collaborations that will help your business grow How to know when to say yes or no to a collaboration opportunity Examples of collaborations for your business: podcasts, panels, virtual summits, sponsorship, a book to give (swag), masterminds, referral partners, affiliates Setting expectations Being ready to receive using the SCALE framework Using the BOND framework: Browse, Observe, Nurture, Deliver Questions to consider when seeking collaborations: Why you, Why them? Why now? Quote: “Ask for what we want and be prepared to receive.” Maya Angelou Thanks, Amelia for sharing your zone of genius for how to launch and create copy that converts, this episode will truly shift your perspective. Grab the Scale with Sanity guide that shares an easier and simpler way to grow your audience while preserving your well-being. http://bit.ly/getinfrontofanyone You can connect with Amelia on: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameliaroberts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talk2amelia Twitter: https://twitter.com/talk2amelia YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/AmeliaRDream100 Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solutionsbyameliadotcom Connect with Nathalie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pictonatphoto/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/pictonatphotography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-amlani/ Join the Free Focal Tangent: Brand Builder Society Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandbuildersociety Website: https://pictonat.com

September 29, 2022Episode 4442 min

044: High Performance Leadership for Sustainable Scaling and Business Growth with Dinah Hampson

One day… I dream of having my own business, with flexibility in my schedule, making my desired income… having a team, and becoming well known and big! The reality is… anything is possible. The bumps in the road are lessons and tests to help us continuously expand. What you imagine now may look a lot different later… today we’re going to dive into high performance leadership for Sustainable Scaling and Business Growth with Dinah Hampson, founder, and CEO of Pivot Sport Medicine and Orthopedics. “Little raindrops make lasting ripples.” Dinah Hampson About Dinah: Dinah completed her B.A. in Health Studies at Queen’s University and B.Sc. in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Her passion for Sport Physio led her to active membership in Sport Physio Canada, acquisition of her Sport Physio Diploma and her International Sports Physiotherapist qualification. Dinah holds the Diploma of Manual &; Manipulative Therapy, multiple clinical certifications, and is an examiner for new Sport Physio candidates. Dinah trained in classical ballet. She regularly assesses and treats dancers from professional dance companies and associated training programs as well as community/competitive dancers. Dinah founded Pivot Sport Medicine in 2003, 15 years later founding Pivot Dancer. Dinah, with Pivot Dancer, consults with clinicians and dancers worldwide. Since 2000 Dinah has held a status faculty position at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Therapy. Dinah is honoured that students have nominated her for the teaching and mentorship awards she has received. Dinah is happiest using her knowledge to promote high performance in others. Episode Highlights: How Dinah founded her thriving businesses Pivot Sport and Pivot Dancer Expert recommendations on stepping into high performance leadership Why it’s important to really know everything about your business How to recognize the potential opportunity in every choice you make Key lessons learned from the journey to achieving sustainable scaling the business growth “Do something you enjoy. Life is too short to be tired, angry and disappointed.” ~ Dinah Hampson Thanks, Dinah for sharing your zone of genius on high performance leadership for Sustainable Scaling and Business Growth, this episode will truly shift your perspective. Connect with Dinah: Website: https://pivotsmo.com/ , https://pivotdancer.com/ https://dinahhampson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotdancer/ , https://www.instagram.com/pivotsport/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinah-hampson-27b6a6/ Connect with Nathalie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pictonatphoto/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/pictonatphotography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pictonatbrandingcreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathalie-amlani/ Join the Free Focal Tangent: Brand Builder Society Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brandbuildersociety Website: https://pictonat.com