Pursuing Your Passion

15: Rapper turned corporate turned entrepreneur w/ Ben Harris

Let's talk about overcoming fear to pursue your passion In today's episode of Pursuing Your Passion, Kaitlyn [https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyn.mazzarella/] connects with Ben Harris [https://www.instagram.com/breakfreewithben/] about the importance of chasing your dream career. Ben talks about his career journey from rapping on stages, to working a corporate job, and then taking the leap to work for himself. He's been on his entrepreneurial path for 5+ years, and today he's sharing his experience overcoming fear, imposter syndrome, and making big life transitions. We had an honest chat about the highs and lows of pursuing your passion, the reality of self-doubt, and the importance of mindset in achieving success. Tune in for practical advice for anyone looking to pivot into a new industry or entrepreneurship! Let's get you on your path to your passion. If you need some help getting started, book a free call [https://calendly.com/kaitlynmazz/coaching?month=2025-01] to brainstorm your next steps. - 00:00 Introduction: Pursuing Your Passion 01:07 Meet the Guest: Ben Harris 02:16 Ben's Journey: From Corporate to Coaching 03:29 The Fear Guy: Embracing and Overcoming Fear 08:14 Daily Routines and Mindset 09:30 Taking the Leap: Quitting the Job 12:32 Discovering Coaching and Purpose 21:12 Music Career and Early Passions 23:17 The Power of Fear: Lessons and Quotes 25:12 Evolving Beyond the Fear Guy 26:53 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Redirecting Focus 27:35 Navigating Career Pivots 28:10 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 30:04 The Importance of Mindset in Success 30:51 Real-Life Coaching Success Stories 34:15 Facing Financial Fears in Career Changes 42:10 Embracing Responsibility and Trusting the Unknown 48:27 The Power of Fear as a Compass 51:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

14: Your business is NOT your identity w/ Staci Gray

Are you in the first couple of years in your entrepreneurship journey? If so, make sure you tune into this episode of Pursuing Your Passion for some incredible insights. Kaitlyn [https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyn.mazzarella/] chats with Staci Gray [https://www.instagram.com/staci_gray/], an expert in scaling and organizing businesses, about how Staci helps entrepreneurs balance operational chaos and personal well-being through systems and deep inner work. Learn about: * The benefits of detaching personal identity from business success * Journaling prompts to use for clarity and decision making * Why you need to close your 'mental tabs [https://organizetoscale.com/closing-the-mental-tabs/]' to free up space * Actionable steps to structure and scale a business effectively -- 00:00 Embracing the Messiness of Business 00:25 Introduction to Staci Gray 01:52 Staci's Entrepreneurial Journey Begins 03:03 The Passion for Helping Entrepreneurs Heal 04:20 Early Work Experience and Learning 10:41 The Importance of Journaling 15:25 Building a Supportive Community 20:29 The Birth of Organize to Scale 30:12 Tying Identity to Business 31:21 Innate Value vs. Market Value 32:24 Embracing Multiple Identities 34:44 Entrepreneurial Identity Crisis 35:49 Letting Go and Empowering Others 43:25 Creating Space Through Structure 50:53 Taking Action and Embracing Messiness 53:35 Final Thoughts

13: Overcoming barriers & identity shifts w/ Dr. Jessica Tranchina

In this episode of 'Pursuing Your Passion', Kaitlyn Mazzarella [https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyn.mazzarella/] chats with Dr. Jessica Tranchina [https://www.instagram.com/dr_jesst/], co-founder of Generator Athlete Lab [https://www.instagram.com/generatorathletelab/] in Austin, Texas. We dive into: * The importance of following your intuition and seeking help when faced with barriers * Her journey of co-founding a wellness center with her husband while balancing her physical therapy career and family life * The challenges of managing multiple identities, lessons from entrepreneurship, and the power of community support Dr. Jessica shares insights on overcoming barriers, the significance of passion in business, and advice for those considering to open a physical space or to go into business with their spouse. - If you're feeling uninspired by your current career path and you're dreaming of a career you would LOVE... here's a free gift for you: link for a free clarity call [https://calendly.com/kaitlynmazz/coaching?month=2024-10] - 00:00 Overcoming Barriers and Seeking Help 00:43 Introduction to Pursuing Your Passion 01:06 Meet Dr. Jessica Tranchina 03:49 The Birth of Generator Athlete Lab 11:07 The Science Behind Recovery 17:36 Building the Dream Facility 27:20 Embracing Multiple Identities 27:53 A New Business Vision 28:31 The Power of Owning Your Story 29:24 A Heartwarming Story About Alessandra 34:56 The Importance of Passion and Community 42:12 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 46:13 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

12: Finding your aligned career path w/ Josh Peck

In this episode of Pursuing Your Passion, Kaitlyn Mazzarella [https://www.instagram.com/kaitlyn.mazzarella/] interviews a fellow career change coach, Josh Peck [https://www.instagram.com/yourbestlifeuk/]. They discuss the importance of aligning your career with personal values and passions. Josh shares his journey from politics to career coaching, highlighting pivotal moments such as watching the Amy Winehouse documentary and realizing the need for a change. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding your identity, imposter syndrome, and the deep introspection needed to find a fulfilling career. Josh emphasizes trusting your instincts and busting the myth that fulfilling careers are unattainable. If you're feeling inspired & ready for your OWN career change: book a free consult call [https://calendly.com/kaitlynmazz/coaching?month=2024-10] to get the clarity you need to start taking action. -- 00:00 Introduction: Aligning Career with Identity 00:28 Meet Josh Peck: Career Change Coach 01:23 The Power of Social Media Connections 03:17 Josh's Political Journey 06:01 Struggles and Realizations in Politics 14:05 The Turning Point: Amy Winehouse Documentary 18:43 Discovering Coaching as a New Path 23:12 The Role of Instinct and Subconscious Knowledge 28:48 Uncovering and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs 30:59 The Pitfalls of LinkedIn for Career Changes 32:12 The Importance of Self-Discovery in Career Alignment 33:55 Aligning Career with Superpowers and Passion 34:45 The Value of Personal Achievements and Self-Reflection 38:25 Embracing Self-Love and Acceptance 41:30 The Journey to a Fulfilling Career 42:42 Final Thoughts and Practical Advice

11: How to support yourself through career transitions w/ Parul Stanton

In this episode of Pursuing Your Passion, I'm chatting with my personal life coach Parul Stanton (@chaiwithparul [https://www.instagram.com/chaiwithparul/]) about navigating difficult career transitions. We dive into tools like breathwork and cold plunging as vital practices for managing stress and building resilience. Parul shares her personal journey from biomedical engineering to coaching and offers practical tips for you to find inner safety and energy balance while balancing life's challenges. I have one more free gift for you! Here's a link to check out my free Direction Discovery Workshop [https://kaitlyn-mazzarella.ck.page/38806ec750]: in just 1 hour, you'll gain clarity on where your HEART wants to take your career. - 00:00 Trust Yourself: The Power of Breathwork and Cold Plunging 00:47 Today's episode on supporting yourself in transition 02:01 Meet Parul Stanton: Life Coach and Breathwork Expert 04:43 The Benefits of Breathwork 06:15 Balancing a Full-Time Job and Pursuing Your Passion 09:49 Navigating Career Transitions During COVID 14:28 Managing Energy and Avoiding Burnout 21:00 Finding Safety in Your Body 25:13 Finding Gentleness in Hardship 25:59 The Philosophy of Cold Plunges 26:26 Who Needs a Cold Plunge? 28:30 Physical and Mental Benefits 29:19 Guidance for Safe Cold Plunging 32:51 Personal Experiences and Tips 37:10 Cold Plunging for Women 40:05 Advocating for Yourself 45:22 Reflecting on COVID-19 and Career Changes 46:08 Final Thoughts and Connections