Grown from Within Podcast

31: The Future of Work: Embracing AI and Human Creativity

There is a strange comfort we find when a new AI tool isn’t quite perfect yet. We see a wonky design or a clunky piece of copy generated by a prompt, and we breathe a quiet sigh of relief, thinking, Okay, my job is safe for a little longer. But the reality is, this is the worst that AI will ever be. And instead of waiting around for tech to become flawless, the real challenge for entrepreneurs is shifting our mindset today. In this episode, I’m continuing my conversation with John T. Meyer, and we are diving deep into the messy, exciting, and rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. We explore why the pendulum is swinging away from deep technical coding and back toward generalists, creators, and big-picture thinkers. If you can articulate a vision, communicate a problem, and stay curious, you hold the ultimate technical skillset for the future. We also talk about redefining success for the future. How do we guide our kids when the career paths of tomorrow haven't even been invented yet? And as entrepreneurs, should we simply delegate AI to a team member or get our hands dirty and stay intensely curious? If this conversation resonates, consider it your gentle nudge to move past the intimidation. Pick one repetitive task in your business or personal life this week, sit down with a tool, and just start tinkering.

30: Unleashing Business Momentum

When you step into the world of entrepreneurship, your business becomes a direct reflection of who you are. It has a way of shining a bright light on your self-worth, your fears, your boundaries, and your beliefs. In this episode, I sat down with performance coach and founder of Leadmore, John Meyer, to talk about business growth, personal alignment, and the unexpected factors that influence our well-being. John shared how transitioning into his own "second chapter" as a coach completely challenged him to merge who he is with what his business represents. Many entrepreneurs feel the pressure to chase traditional milestones or maintain a relentless pace, but this conversation was such a grounding reminder that true business momentum is about doing more of less. We also talked about what John calls the "momentum takers" that quietly creep into our lives and work. Those subtle distractions, decision fatigues, and false goals where we begin chasing what someone else tells us we should want instead of looking at our internal compass. What does a business that actually fits your life look like? Embracing your authentic identity and protecting your focus may actually be the very things that unlock limitless potential and keep you moving forward without waiting for "later."

29: ADHD, Visibility, and Showing Up Boldly

There is something powerful about realizing the way your mind works is not something to fix, but something to understand. In this episode, I sat down with Alicia Schumacher to talk about visibility, identity, and navigating life and business as neurodivergent women. Alicia shared how discovering her ADHD at 39 completely changed the way she understood herself, her work, and her purpose. So many women feel pressure to constantly perform online or show up a certain way to stay relevant, but this conversation was such a refreshing reminder that authentic visibility can look different for everyone. Sometimes it starts with simply trusting your voice enough to share it. We also talked about what Alicia calls the “second chapter” of life and business. That season where many women begin asking deeper questions beyond titles, achievements, and expectations. What do I actually want? What kind of impact do I want to make? What parts of myself have I been hiding just to fit into spaces that no longer feel aligned? If this episode resonates, consider it your reminder that the way your mind works is not something to hide or overcome. It may actually be the very thing that makes your voice, your story, and your impact so powerful.

28: Fear, Mindset, and Growth

Fear is sneaky. It does not always show up loud and obvious. Sometimes it looks like overthinking, perfectionism, or staying "busy" to avoid the thing you actually need to do. In this episode, we are unpacking the subtle ways fear quietly shapes your decisions in business. Whether it is hesitating to raise your prices, holding back from a big opportunity, or waiting until you feel "ready" to launch, there is usually something deeper going on underneath. Fear is almost always tied to something you really care about. It is a signal, not a stop sign. And when you get curious about it instead of critical, it starts to lose its power over you. We will talk about how fear connects to self worth, why courage is not about eliminating fear (but moving forward alongside it), and a few simple ways to work through it in the moment so you can stop waiting and start growing. If this episode resonates, consider it your reminder that fear is part of the process. It doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong, it usually means you’re doing something that matters.

27: Profit and Presence: Yes, You Can Have Both

In this episode, I sat down with Lauren Apple, a scaling strategist, keynote speaker, and CEO of Profit and Presence, to talk about what it really looks like to build a successful business without sacrificing your life at home. From the very beginning, Lauren shared a powerful perspective on branding, focusing less on impressing people and more on making them feel seen, understood, and given permission to want both profit and presence. Lauren opened up about her journey from ministry into the online business world and how a pivotal moment with her family forced her to rethink everything. Despite running a highly successful business, she realized she had built what she calls a “beautiful prison”, a version of success that looked good on paper but didn’t align with the life she actually wanted. That moment sparked a complete shift, leading her to rebuild her business in a way that supports both her ambitions and her role as a present parent. We also talked about the realities of being a CEO parent and how traditional productivity advice often doesn’t fit this season of life. Lauren shared practical strategies for creating systems that work within your real constraints, setting boundaries, and scaling not just revenue, but margin. For her, scaling margin means creating space: time to be with your family, time to rest, and time to actually enjoy the life you’re building. A big part of our conversation focused on mindset, how limiting beliefs, societal expectations, and internalized stories can hold us back from fully stepping into both roles. Lauren shared how important it is to balance action with reflection, test what works for your life, and let go of the idea that there’s only one “right” way to succeed. Her approach is simple but powerful: define your non-negotiables, build your business around them, and give yourself permission to do things differently. We wrapped up by talking about what it means to truly have both profit and presence. Lauren’s message is clear: you don’t have to choose between a thriving business and a meaningful personal life, but you do have to be intentional about how you build both.