If you embraced your creativity, how would it impact your business? In this dynamic conversation with Daniel James we discuss the wild ride of entrepreneurship, and how infusing his business with elements of vision, creativity, and being open to serendipity has shaped the incredible wellness studio he has co-founded with his husband. Daniel shares how he embraced taking risks, how they've adapted to the demands of growing a new business while maintaining their health, and why some of his best responses to challenges has always been to trust himself and keep finding his voice.

About our guest:

Daniel is the CEO and Co-Founder of Vortex Wellness Studio. Born and raised in Collingwood, Ontario, he left town to pursue a degree in Drama at the University of Guelph and followed his love of the stage, singing, songwriting and self-discovery to Toronto, LA and Nashville. He is an accomplished actor, singer-songwriter, graphic & web designer, and yoga/meditation instructor who brought all of his experiences and talents back to his hometown to create an innovative, state-of-the-art wellness destination with his husband, Steve. With a passion for personal development and a mission to connect others with their full potential, Vortex is a natural expansion of Daniel’s journey.

Resources mentioned in this show:

Chris-Anne Donnelly: Intention, Intuition & Doing Business Differently

https://rockstardoctorlife.com/37-5-ways-to-embrace-taking-risks/

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What if you could shift your body from surviving to thriving? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her clinical expertise and what she teaches within her practice to help people understand some of the basic principles to creating great health. Whether you need some new ideas, a motivational boost to reignite some habits, or are struggling about where to even begin with improving your current state of health, the ideas in this show will help you get a little more clarity on your next steps.

What if you redefined what failure meant to you? If you're an entrepreneur you'll certainly be familiar with this topic. However, the whole human experience is full of moments and situations that call us to redefine our expectations of what risking and failing means, and how we respond to it. Whether you are navigating changes within your family, relationships, health or business, the ideas shared in this episode might give you a new perspective to help you move forward. Dr. Melissa Longo reveals her perspective on failure, and how she has guides her clients, patients, and sons to embrace it as part of building a life and business that matters.

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If you used your intuition more, would that change your business? In this conversation with International best-selling author Chris-Anne Donnelly we hear why, and how, being intentional with choices and tapping into our internal guidance can transform our lives and businesses. We also discuss her shift from running a branding and design agency for 15 years, to creating oracle and tarot decks, offering intuitive strategy sessions and courses for entrepreneurs who want to be more intentional about their life and business. With humour and wit, we also hear personal stories from her life about taking risks, creating boundaries in business, why she believes fear is killer of creativity, and how to imbue more magic in your sales and marketing.

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About Our Guest:

Chris-Anne Donnelly is a deck creator, artist, and magic-maker, as well as a marketing strategist and owner of Pixelbrand--a branding and graphic design company. She has successfully Kickstarted three independent card decks: The Sacred Creators Oracle, The Light Seer's Tarot, and The Muse Tarot and she offers unique courses for creators that combine marketing and branding with manifestation and intuition. Connect with her on instagram @pixiecurio

Are you risk-averse or a risk-taker? Whether you've been forced into taking risks because of life circumstances, are naturally inclined to jump into new adventures, or find yourself on the cusp of making bold moves and need a little motivation, this episode will give you some insights. Dr. Melissa Longo shares 5 ways she has guided clients into making changes that are uncomfortable, and some personal stories about how risk-taking has shaped her life and business.

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Feeling like you are ready to DO something but still lacking the confidence to move on it? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares 4 ways she guides her clients to leap into new projects, and personal stories about finding her courage to launch into new areas in health, business, parenting and relationships. If you’re feeling stuck, need a little momentum, or are stalling on taking the actions you need to move your life or business forward, this episode will help you find your focus! 

Find out more about Dr. Melissa Longo and the work she does with Health Care Professionals here: https://rockstardoctorlife.com/

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Does your business serve your community? In this conversation with Lisa Maric we learn about the motivation behind her business, Distilled Beauty Bar and Social House, and how it's roots lie in creating something beneficial for her community. Lisa also shares her top tips for customer service, how to refocus by taking time off, and why she believes sometimes we need to park our ego to keep growing ourselves and our businesses. 

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Book a consultation in her clinical practice here: https://drmelissa.ca/

About Our Guest: 

Born is 1967 in a small town outside of Montreal, Quebec, Lisa Maric has reinvented herself and redefined her creative and business life several times. A proud mother of two boys, and married for 27 years to the love of her life, she believes Entrepreneurship runs in her veins and there is nothing she won’t try.  She worked in the Oil and Gas Industry for 15 years, was a professional dog walker, and now owns and operates the most unique beauty bar in Canada!  Her passion is her family and  friends, and having recently built an animal sanctuary in Croatia, Lisa says her future holds a life of service to fur babies in need. You can connect with her at Distilled Beauty Bar. 

How comfortable are you embracing failure? In this conversation with Entrepreneur and Town Councillor Brandon Houston we discuss the power of failure and why risk-taking is an imperative trait as a business owner, and human being! Brandon shares his thoughts and experiences from 20 years of entrepreneurial life and his new political role, and what helps him shift roles and manage his time. We also discussed how his curiosity, love of learning, self reflection, and creative pursuits support his business projects, and why leaning into our values is one of the keys to our ongoing evolution.

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Find out more about Dr. Melissa Longo and the work she does with Health Care Professionals here: https://rockstardoctorlife.com/

Connect with her at: drm@drmelissalongo.com

Listen to Rockstar Doctor Life here: https://rockstardoctorlife.com/episodes-masonry/

Book a consultation in her clinical practice here: https://drmelissa.ca/

About Our Guest: Brandon Houston has been an entrepreneur for two decades and has started, grown, sold, and acquired multiple businesses. His most recent venture, The Collingwood Foundry, is a co-working community built around the idea of support and collaboration for entrepreneurs in the Collingwood area. As a mentor, he spends his time helping small businesses through their challenges and stages of growth. As a community builder, he’s passionate about connecting entrepreneurs to each other and the resources they need to succeed not only in their business but in their life as well.

You can connect with him at brandon@collingwoodfoundry.com