A Whole Lotta Shift

You Are Your Own Design: Embracing Your Uniqueness in Business

Episode Summary In this episode of 'A Whole Lot of Shift', host Jen Ingram discusses the importance of recognizing who you are and who you are not in building a business. She criticizes the use of personality tests and theories like Myers Briggs, Enneagram, and Human Design in determining how to run businesses or live life. Instead, she advocates for individuals to stop living by someone else's standards and to live life on their terms, and in line with their true selves. Jen shares an anecdote about her guest appearance on another podcast where this topic came up, as well as her experience with a coach deeply into human design. She believes that recognizing individuality and authenticity are key in successful business growth, and dismisses the notion of one's life fitting into theoretical boxes. 00:00 Introduction: You Are the Design 01:47 The Journey of Self-Discovery 02:58 The Power of Personal Development 03:33 The Importance of Authenticity in Business 10:03 The Pitfalls of Personality Tests 18:07 The Power of Being Your Own Design 25:27 The Dangers of Living a Filtered Life 36:19 Conclusion: Embrace Your Uniqueness About the Host: Jen is a Confidence Catalyst and Business Mentor saving hustling female solopreneurs from the chains of corporate America. Her passion lies in helping women through their self awakening so they can finally break free, turn their side hustle into the business of their dreams, and live a life full of time, location and financial freedom. Jen is a California girl at heart, now living out her dream in the Midwest, traveling, coaching female solopreneurs and sharing her own story of triumph and empowerment across speaking platforms. When she's not traveling, she enjoys spending time with her college aged son and her rescued Pit Bull. After 20 years of various project manager and corporate trainer roles while juggling a wide array of side gigs, she has mastered the ability to help women see what they cannot see, believe they are meant for more and take aligned action to make it happen. With an MBA in Change Management, and a Health and Life Coach Certification from the Health Coach Institute, Jen is an expert at creating both the business process changes and the personal habit changes needed to finally Break UP with corporate and go all-in on your side hustle or long standing passion project. Connect with Jen on Facebook or Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/ [https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/] Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram [https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram] Free Gift: https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds [https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds] Show Up to Level Up 1:1 Program: https://jeningramcoaching.thrivecart.com/show-up-to-level-up/ [https://jeningramcoaching.thrivecart.com/show-up-to-level-up/] Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Navigating Doubts and Decisions: Stay the Course or Pivot?

Episode Summary In this episode, the host, Jen Ingram speaks about how to deal with the doubts that creep in when one is considering whether to continue with their regular job or fully commit to their side business. She starts by taking the listeners back to where they were a few years ago, then to where they are now, and finally has them envision what their future could look like if they stayed on their current path or took a leap into entrepreneurship. Highlighting that these feelings of doubt can stem from being used to high achievement, a lack of belief in oneself, or discomfort with getting out of one's comfort zone, Jen urges listeners to examine these feelings and decide which path they are okay with. About the Host: Jen is a Dream Catalyst and Business Mentor saving hustling female solopreneurs from the chains of corporate America. Her passion lies in helping women through their self awakening so they can finally break free, turn their side hustle into the business of their dreams, and live a life full of time, location and financial freedom. Jen is a California girl at heart, now living out her dream in the Midwest, traveling, coaching female solopreneurs and sharing her own story of triumph and empowerment across speaking platforms. When she's not traveling, she enjoys spending time with her college aged son and her rescued Pit Bull. After 20 years of various project manager and corporate trainer roles while juggling a wide array of side gigs, she has mastered the ability to help women see what they cannot see, believe they are meant for more and take aligned action to make it happen. With an MBA in Change Management, and a Health and Life Coach Certification from the Health Coach Institute, Jen is an expert at creating both the business process changes and the personal habit changes needed to finally Break UP with corporate and go all-in on your side hustle or long standing passion project. Connect with Jen on Facebook or Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/ [https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/] Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram [https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram] Free Gift: https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds [https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds] Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Setting Up for Your Best Year: Personal Growth and Goal Setting

Episode Summary In this episode, host Jen Ingram discusses the importance of understanding oneself to set up for a strong year ahead. She sheds light on the significance of owning and understanding one's strengths and weaknesses while setting goals. She urges listeners to recognize their past habits and patterns that may have hindered their progress and encourages them to make plans that incorporate their true personality and preferences. Mentioning the drawbacks of SMART goals, Jen emphasizes the necessity of setting goals in alignment with one's large-scale vision. She also highlights the importance of breaking down the goals into manageable components for effective execution. Lastly, she talks about her upcoming workshops that provide more detailed guidance through the goal-setting process. About the Host: Jen is a Dream Catalyst and Business Mentor saving hustling female solopreneurs from the chains of corporate America. Her passion lies in helping women through their self awakening so they can finally break free, turn their side hustle into the business of their dreams, and live a life full of time, location and financial freedom. Jen is a California girl at heart, now living out her dream in the Midwest, traveling, coaching female solopreneurs and sharing her own story of triumph and empowerment across speaking platforms. When she's not traveling, she enjoys spending time with her college aged son and her rescued Pit Bull. After 20 years of various project manager and corporate trainer roles while juggling a wide array of side gigs, she has mastered the ability to help women see what they cannot see, believe they are meant for more and take aligned action to make it happen. With an MBA in Change Management, and a Health and Life Coach Certification from the Health Coach Institute, Jen is an expert at creating both the business process changes and the personal habit changes needed to finally Break UP with corporate and go all-in on your side hustle or long standing passion project. Connect with Jen on Facebook or Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/ [https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/] Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram [https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram] Free Gift: https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds [https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds] Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Reflection and Realization: Lessons and Wins from 2023

Episode Summary In this episode of 'A Whole Lotta Shift', host Jen Ingram heralds the start of 2024 and looks back at the year that was. She emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins and provides insight into our brain's tendency to focus on negative outcomes. Jen talks about her journey through 2023, recounting important personal and professional milestones, emphasizing the importance of living for 'the dash' and not merely ticking boxes in life. She also examines her own identity and goals, after having a relationship with someone who represented a life she could've easily slipped into but ultimately rejected. By the end of 2023, she recognized the tests she went through and the invaluable lessons she learned about integrity and walking her talk. She encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences, celebrate their own wins, acknowledge their lessons and use these insights to define their goals for 2024. About the Host: Jen is a Dream Catalyst and Business Mentor saving hustling female solopreneurs from the chains of corporate America. Her passion lies in helping women through their self awakening so they can finally break free, turn their side hustle into the business of their dreams, and live a life full of time, location and financial freedom. Jen is a California girl at heart, now living out her dream in the Midwest, traveling, coaching female solopreneurs and sharing her own story of triumph and empowerment across speaking platforms. When she's not traveling, she enjoys spending time with her college aged son and her rescued Pit Bull. After 20 years of various project manager and corporate trainer roles while juggling a wide array of side gigs, she has mastered the ability to help women see what they cannot see, believe they are meant for more and take aligned action to make it happen. With an MBA in Change Management, and a Health and Life Coach Certification from the Health Coach Institute, Jen is an expert at creating both the business process changes and the personal habit changes needed to finally Break UP with corporate and go all-in on your side hustle or long standing passion project. Connect with Jen on Facebook or Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/ [https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/] Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram [https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram] Free Gift: https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds [https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds] Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Committing to Your Decision and Overcoming Setbacks

Episode Summary In this episode of A Whole Lotta Shift, host Jen Ingram discusses the value of being committed to a decision, especially during challenging moments in life or business. By reflecting on the frustrations that initially propelled listeners to make their decisions, she dives deep into considerations such as end goals, smaller tasks, maintaining motivation, and setting intentions. She particularly emphasizes the need for persistence in business and warns against the belief that 'if you build it, they will come' without continuous effort and marketing. 00:01 Introduction and Welcome 00:10 The Power of 'Fuck This Shit' Moment 00:25 Staying Committed to Your Decision 01:08 The Significance of Empowerment 01:34 Overcoming Obstacles and Frustrations 02:18 Planning for the New Year 02:54 The Importance of Setting Goals 03:29 Defining Your End Goal 03:49 The Danger of Proving Yourself to Others 09:30 Breaking Down Your Goals into Manageable Tasks 10:11 The Importance of Intentions 20:43 The Reality of 'If You Build It, They Will Come' 24:22 Maintaining Motivation and Celebrating Small Wins 24:58 Revisiting Your Goals and Adjusting Them 26:57 Conclusion and Looking Forward to 2024 About the Host: Jen is a Dream Catalyst and Business Mentor saving hustling female solopreneurs from the chains of corporate America. Her passion lies in helping women through their self awakening so they can finally break free, turn their side hustle into the business of their dreams, and live a life full of time, location and financial freedom. Jen is a California girl at heart, now living out her dream in the Midwest, traveling, coaching female solopreneurs and sharing her own story of triumph and empowerment across speaking platforms. When she's not traveling, she enjoys spending time with her college aged son and her rescued Pit Bull. After 20 years of various project manager and corporate trainer roles while juggling a wide array of side gigs, she has mastered the ability to help women see what they cannot see, believe they are meant for more and take aligned action to make it happen. With an MBA in Change Management, and a Health and Life Coach Certification from the Health Coach Institute, Jen is an expert at creating both the business process changes and the personal habit changes needed to finally Break UP with corporate and go all-in on your side hustle or long standing passion project. Connect with Jen on Facebook or Instagram! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/ [https://www.facebook.com/jenelleingram/] Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/wholelottashift/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram [https://www.instagram.com/thejenelleingram] Free Gift: https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds [https://mailchi.mp/4f4ae02ebe45/beat-the-odds] Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.