The Business of Thinking Big

How To Know If You Are About To Level UP

Nobody talks enough about what happens before the breakthrough. The truth is, leveling up in business often doesn’t feel exciting at first. It feels uncomfortable. Messy. Emotional. Sometimes it even feels like your entire life and business are unraveling. In this deeply honest solo episode, Lianne Kim opens up about the hidden emotional experience of growth and expansion — the moments where the things that once excited you suddenly feel draining, where your business feels “off,” and where you begin questioning who you even are anymore. She shares personal stories from her own entrepreneurial journey, including the grief of outgrowing former versions of herself, the discomfort of transitions, and the surprising signs that often appear right before a major up-level. This episode is both a permission slip and a roadmap for any woman who feels stuck, disconnected, restless, or uncertain about what comes next. Because sometimes things aren’t falling apart. Sometimes they’re falling away so something better can emerge. In this episode, you’ll discover: * Why major up-levels in business often feel emotionally uncomfortable at first * The subtle signs that you’re evolving into a new version of yourself * Why irritation, boredom, and feeling “off” can actually be powerful clues * The grief that can come with outgrowing old identities and old ways of working * Why transitions feel so uncomfortable — even when they’re leading somewhere beautiful * How to create space for clarity and reconnect with your bigger vision * The power of mini sabbaticals, reflection time, and uninterrupted inner work * The exact journaling prompts Lianne uses when she’s preparing for a next-level shift * Why support, mentorship, and guidance matter during seasons of expansion Timestamps:‌ ‌ 00:00 – Why the next level often feels like everything is falling apart 01:00 – The emotional signs you’re about to up-level 03:00 – Why growth can feel like anxiety, burnout, or depression 04:00 – Feeling disconnected from the version of yourself you used to be 05:00 – Irritation, frustration, and protecting your energy differently 07:00 – Why the things that once excited you may no longer feel aligned 08:00 – Grieving former versions of yourself and your business 09:00 – Feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of what comes next 11:00 – Why transitions are deeply uncomfortable (and completely normal) 12:00 – Lianne’s story about her mother’s major life transition at 81 14:00 – The awkward “in-between” phase before your next identity emerges 16:00 – Reflecting on the hustle energy of early entrepreneurship 18:00 – Why discomfort can be a sign that something beautiful is unfolding 19:00 – The importance of creating space to hear yourself think 20:00 – Lianne’s personal mini sabbatical practice and how she resets 22:00 – Why asking for support is not selfish 24:00 – The power of getting out of your normal environment 26:00 – Why retreats and masterminds are different from true inner work 28:00 – The journaling and reflection prompts Lianne uses before every up-level 33:00 – The first powerful question: “If anything were possible…” 37:00 – What’s working, what’s not working, and noticing the clues 41:00 – The final question: “What needs to shift?” 43:00 – Why mentorship can accelerate your growth and clarity 47:00 – The truth about entrepreneurship, discomfort, and expansion ‌ Links mentioned: * Book a complimentary strategy session: https://www.liannekim.com/ [https://www.liannekim.com/]  * 10 Powerful Journal Prompts episode [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/285] Come explore one of my least expensive coaching programs ever. Book your discovery call at liannekim.com [https://liannekim.com] — ‌Connect with me:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach [https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach]   Instagram: @liannekimcoach [https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach] Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com [https://www.mamasandco.com]  Instagram: @mamasandco [https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco] Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com [https://theultimatecreative.com]

Stuck in Survival Mode with Dr. Ali Miller

Somewhere along the way, so many women stopped feeling like their life was actually theirs. Between running a business, raising kids, supporting a partner, caring for aging parents, and carrying the emotional weight of everyone else’s needs, it’s easy to end up stuck in survival mode — exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering where you went. In this heartfelt conversation, Lianne Kim sits down with longtime friend and pediatric chiropractor turned Joy Coach, Dr. Ali Miller, to talk about what’s really happening beneath the surface for burned-out moms and women entrepreneurs. Drawing from more than two decades of working with moms, Dr. Ali explains how chronic stress impacts the nervous system, why “just take a break” isn’t enough, and how tiny moments of connection, movement, and joy can begin to regulate the body and help women reconnect with themselves again. Together, they unpack the identity shifts that happen throughout motherhood, the pressure women feel to constantly give to everyone else, and why reclaiming joy is not selfish — it’s essential. This episode is a reminder that you are not failing. You are likely just depleted. And sometimes the path back to yourself starts with five intentional minutes. In this episode, you’ll discover: * Why so many moms and women entrepreneurs feel stuck in “survival mode” * The hidden nervous system impact of constantly caring for everyone else * Why self-care days often don’t work when you’re deeply burned out * How motherhood changes your identity in every season — not just when kids leave home * The connection between nervous system regulation and joy * Small, practical “joy resets” that take less than five minutes * Why meaningful friendships and connection matter more than ever in this stage of life * How to model joy, boundaries, and self-worth for your children * Why reclaiming your joy is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family Timestamps: 00:00 – Introducing Dr. Ali Miller and the journey from chiropractor to Joy Coach 02:00 – Why motherhood is emotionally and physically exhausting 05:00 – The therapist question that changed Ali’s perspective forever 07:00 – The identity shifts moms experience as children grow 09:00 – What it feels like when your life no longer feels like your own 10:00 – Why “just take a break” doesn’t actually solve burnout 11:00 – Understanding the nervous system: survival mode vs. regulation 14:00 – How survival mode shows up in your business, body, and relationships 17:00 – Why joy becomes inaccessible when your nervous system is overwhelmed 18:00 – Simple five-minute nervous system resets anyone can do 20:00 – The surprising healing power of friendship and connection 24:00 – Reconnecting with old friends and relationships in a new season of life 26:00 – Creating your personal “joy list” and rediscovering what lights you up 29:00 – What to do when you feel too overwhelmed for even one more thing 31:00 – Modeling self-worth and joy for your children 34:00 – Why movement and exercise regulate more than just your body 35:00 – Inside Dr. Ali’s Joy Reset Kit 36:00 – Final advice for women stuck in burnout and survival mode 38:00 – Where to connect with Dr. Ali Miller Links mentioned: Joy Reset Kit [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/jqbdty9vsvchmezied6q1/JoyResetKit.pdf?rlkey=18abo08i4mqvzbl61r6pr8hsi&st=f0oe5mfb&dl=0] Website: https://www.thejoycoach.ca/ [https://www.thejoycoach.ca/] Instagram: @the_joycoach [https://instagram.com/the_joycoach] Come explore one of my least expensive coaching programs ever. Book your discovery call at liannekim.com [https://liannekim.com] — ‌Connect with me:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach [https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach]   Instagram: @liannekimcoach [https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach] Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com [https://www.mamasandco.com]  Instagram: @mamasandco [https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco] Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com [https://theultimatecreative.com]

Best Money Episodes

You are working hard. You are showing up. You are doing the things. And yet — the money still isn’t where you want it to be. Here’s the truth that most people won’t say out loud: women are still leaving enormous amounts of money on the table. Not because they lack talent, or work ethic, or passion. But because no one ever taught them how to think about money — how to want it without guilt, charge for it without fear, and keep it without shame. To celebrate 400 episodes of The Business of Thinking Big, Lianne Kim is pulling out her ultimate money playlist — 10 of her most powerful, most downloaded, and most personally meaningful episodes on all things money. From making your first million to busting through the money blocks that keep you playing small, this episode is your starting point, your resource library, and your permission slip to finally earn what you’re worth. Every episode mentioned is linked in the show notes. Pick two or three that speak to you and dive in. In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ * The 10 best money episodes from 400 episodes of The Business of Thinking Big * The money behaviours that are quietly keeping you stuck * How to stop feeling icky about sales and start seeing it as one of the most powerful skills you’ll ever build * What wealthy women actually do differently * Why “it’s not about the money” is one of the most costly things you can tell yourself Timestamps:‌ ‌ 00:00 – Celebrating 400 episodes 03:00 – Ep. 366: How I Made My First Million 07:00 – Ep. 139: Making Moolah Moves 10:00 – Ep. 367: Bold Money Goals 15:00 – Ep. 281: The Importance of Money 18:00 – Ep. 211: Moving Through Money Blocks 22:00 – Ep. 394: Become a Money Magnet 26:00 – Ep. 130: Packaging and Pricing Your Services 29:00 – Ep. 312: Seven Things Wealthy Women Do 33:00 – Ep. 216: Shifting Our Energy Around Sales 35:00 – Ep. 389: 8 Money Behaviors Keeping You Stuck 39:00 – Closing message Links mentioned: 1. How I made my first Million: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/366 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/366] 2. Bold Money Goals: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/367 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/367] 3. Making Moolah Moves: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/139 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/139] 4. The Importance of Money: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/281 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/281] 5. Moving Through Money Blocks: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/211 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/211] 6. Become a Money Magnet: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/394 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/394] 7. Packaging & Pricing: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/130 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/130] 8. 7 Things Wealthy Women do:  https://www.liannekim.com/blog/312 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/312] 9. Shifting Energy around Sales: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/216 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/216] 10. 8 Money Behaviours Keeping you Stuck: https://www.liannekim.com/blog/389 [https://www.liannekim.com/blog/389] Come explore one of my least expensive coaching programs ever. Book your discovery call at liannekim.com [https://liannekim.com] — ‌Connect with me:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach [https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach]   Instagram: @liannekimcoach [https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach] Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com [https://www.mamasandco.com]  Instagram: @mamasandco [https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco] Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com [https://theultimatecreative.com]

Quick Tip: Goals before Actions

You woke up with a full to-do list and hit the ground running. Emails, errands, client work, family obligations — all of it pulling at you before you’ve even had your coffee. But here’s the thing: being busy isn’t the same as being intentional. If you’ve ever reached the end of a full, exhausting day and thought — wait, what did I actually accomplish? — this episode is for you. The problem isn’t that you’re not working hard enough. It’s that you’re pouring energy into a mountain of tasks without first anchoring back to the one thing that actually matters: your goal. In this quick tip episode, Lianne Kim shares the single question she asks every client who comes to her feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in that relentless hamster-wheel energy. It takes two minutes. It costs nothing. And it will completely change the way you approach your day. In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ * Why doing more tasks is not the same as making progress — and how to tell the difference * The one question Lianne asks every overwhelmed client before anything else * How to quickly audit your to-do list and identify what’s actually moving you toward your goal versus what’s just noise * Why your most productive hours are probably being wasted on low-priority tasks — and how to fix it * A simple two-minute exercise to reconnect with your goals and bring clarity back to your week Timestamps:‌ ‌ 00:00 – Introduction and a quick ask: leave a review if this show has helped you! 01:00 – Today’s quick tip: Goals before actions 02:00 – Why we lose sight of our goals in the middle of all the doing 03:00 – The webinar isn’t the goal — here’s what actually is 05:00 – How front-loading your day with low-level tasks is draining your best energy 07:00 – Delegating, eliminating, and questioning the tasks on your plate 08:00 – How to stop chasing and start choosing your actions with intention 09:00 – Your action for today: the two-minute goal reset Come explore one of my least expensive coaching programs ever. Book your discovery call at liannekim.com [https://liannekim.com] — ‌Connect with me:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach [https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach]   Instagram: @liannekimcoach [https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach] Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com [https://www.mamasandco.com]  Instagram: @mamasandco [https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco] Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com [https://theultimatecreative.com]

Your Retirement and "Pre-tirement" Vision

You’re doing the work. Showing up, serving clients, keeping the wheels turning. But somewhere between the invoices and the to-do lists, a quiet question keeps surfacing: Is this it? Is this what I built all of this for? Most of us got into entrepreneurship with a bigger vision in mind. A movement we wanted to lead. A life we wanted to design. An impact we knew we were capable of making. But the daily grind has a way of shrinking our thinking — until we’re so focused on what’s right in front of us that we’ve completely lost sight of where we’re actually headed. In this solo episode, Lianne Kim gives you permission to step off the hamster wheel and look up. She walks through three distinct phases of the entrepreneurial journey — from building to “pre-tirement” to retirement — and invites you to start dreaming about what each one could look like for you. Not someday. Now. Because if you can’t first dream it, you can’t possibly build it. In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ * Why getting caught up in the daily grind quietly kills your bigger vision — and how to zoom back out * The three phases of the entrepreneurial journey every business owner needs to be thinking about: building, pre-tirement, and retirement * What “pre-tirement” actually looks like — and why it’s the phase most entrepreneurs never plan for (but desperately need) * How to think about selling, passing on, or winding down your business so it becomes a financial legacy, not just a door you close * A powerful visioning exercise to reconnect with the impact you’re here to make — and the number of lives you want to change Timestamps:‌ ‌ 00:00 – Feeling stuck on the hamster wheel? Here’s your invitation to zoom out 03:00 – Reconnecting with your ‘why’: what movement are you here to lead? 06:00 – Lianne’s mission and how it has evolved over nine years in business 09:00 – Phase 1: Building — what it looks like to be in growth mode 11:00 – Dreaming big: how many lives do you want to change at the peak of your business? 15:00 – Phase 2: Pre-tirement — the intentional middle ground between all-in and done 20:00 – What pre-tirement could look like practically: scaling back, building a team, working remotely 21:00 – Phase 3: Retirement — selling, passing on, or gracefully winding down 26:00 – What Lianne envisions for her own retirement (and why she’s not stopping entirely) 29:00 – Your legacy: building something that benefits your family for generations 30:00 – Book recommendation: Built to Sell by John Warrillow Links mentioned: Built to Sell by John Warrillow: Built so sell book [https://www.amazon.com/Built-Sell-Creating-Business-Without/dp/1591843979] Come explore one of my least expensive coaching programs ever. Book your discovery call at liannekim.com [https://liannekim.com] — ‌Connect with me:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach [https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach]   Instagram: @liannekimcoach [https://www.instagram.com/liannekimcoach] Join the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com [https://www.mamasandco.com]  Instagram: @mamasandco [https://www.instagram.com/mamasandco] Podcasting support: https://theultimatecreative.com [https://theultimatecreative.com]