Real Chat with Kat
Hello and welcome to Real Chat with Kat, the podcast dedicated to igniting your entrepreneurial spirit and empowering you to conquer new horizons. In this podcast we chat with inspiring entrepreneurs on their journey to success through some amazingly insightful and expansive conversations. These episodes thrive on thought-provoking conversations, where our guests fearlessly explore their path to success, sharing their experiences, failures, and triumphs. No topic is off-limits as we deep dive into the talked about and not so talked about pieces it takes to build a business, overcome limiting beliefs, deal with personal struggles, and everything in between that shapes our lives and our businesses. I’m your host Kat Polsinelli, creator and founder at The Lotus Effect, where we believe that success is not just about strategies and tactics—it’s about cultivating a powerful mindset and creating customized business operations that align with you and your true purpose. Whether it’s mastering time management, improving productivity, enhancing leadership skills, or fostering a growth-oriented mindset, we’ll provide you with the tools and strategies to flourish in both your business and personal life. I’m so excited to have you join me, so get ready to feel empowered and inspired as we learn together and from one another on how to rise above challenges, break through limitations, and unlock our full potential.
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Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Meet my beautiful guest Kitti Andrews! The Decluttering Expert! Are you ready to unlock the power of decluttering for both your physical and mental space? Kitti is an international best-selling author known as "Your Thought Organizer" and also specializes in helping C-suite executives and 6-figure entrepreneurs declutter their lives and boost productivity. Discover the secrets to decluttering both your physical environment and your mind. She emphasizes starting with just one thing and understanding that clutter accumulates over time, so decluttering is a process that requires patience. Learn about her 5 pillars of decluttering and how simplifying your space can transform your life. Don't miss this episode if you're ready to declutter your life, regain control, and simplify your space for a more productive and fulfilling existence.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Your clutter did not accumulate overnight and it will not go away overnight. Cut yourself some slack and just start with 1 piece at a time.
Connect: All social media platforms @KittiAndrews or check out her Youtube Channel: Delcutter the Brain
Her website: www.declutterthebrain.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 22, 2023
Friday Sep 22, 2023
Meet my wonderful guest Brad Walsh!!! A Photographer, Podcast Host, and Women’s Empowerment Advocate. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brad Walsh, a talented boudoir photographer in Toronto, Canada, and the host of a remarkable podcast dedicated to empowering women. Brad is not just a photographer; he's a published #1 International Best Selling Author and a podcast host and producer who found his calling in inspiring others during the pandemic. His platform, EMPOWEROGRAPHY, amplifies the voices of strong, inspired, and dynamic women, sharing their stories of success, triumph, resiliency, and transformation. In a world where appearances often overshadow authenticity, Brad asks a powerful question: Does the photo of you truly reflect the real you? Join us in this enlightening episode, and let's explore how photography can be a path to self-confidence, empowerment, and authenticity.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Overthinking is the art of creating problems that don’t exist.
Connect: on IG @EmpowerographyPodcast or FB Group @ The Empowerography Lounge
His Podcast: Empowerography Podcast
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Meet my fantastic guest Taresa Scott!! A learning and program development strategist. Taresa is on a mission to transform how companies approach learning solutions. With over 6 years of experience, she has been instrumental in helping fractional HR and talent development leaders design, develop, and deliver engaging online learning solutions. Her expertise ensures that professionals not only acquire knowledge but also absorb, retain, and apply essential skills in their roles. In this episode, we delve into the art of effective communication and training. Taresa shares insights on approaching others with curiosity, understanding the diverse learning preferences of individuals, and the importance of delivering training in bite-sized, digestible pieces. Discover the secrets to creating learning experiences that truly resonate with your team and drive results in this episode!
Quote/Piece of Advice: (Benjamin Franklin) Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, evolve me and I will learn.
Connect: on LinkedIn @TaresaScott
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Meet my special guest Melissa Deally!! Melissa Deally is an Integrative Mind Body Health Practitioner, NLP expert, Timeline Therapy specialist, and Hypnotherapy teacher. She is on a mission to help you discover the root cause of your health issues and achieve true healing while detoxing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In this episode, Melissa delves deep into the impact of daily toxins on our bodies and how they affect our overall health. She firmly believes that our aches, pains, and symptoms are signals from our bodies, urging us to pay attention. It's time to become more body-aware, take control, and reduce our dependence on medications as the first solution. Don't miss out on this one!
Quote/Piece of Advice: (your new mantra) Due to personal reasons, I am going to be successful at everything I do.
#2 Just start now…it’s never too late and it’s never too early.
Connect: Her website: www.yourguidedhealthjourney.com
Free Quiz: Your Toxic Load
Her Podcast: Don't Wait for Your Wake up Call
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Meet my special guest Sally Lotz!! An Author, Mentor, and Writing Coach. With four books under her belt and an honorable mention in the 2021 Writer’s Digest Short Story Contest, Sally's expertise shines through. She's also a passionate mentor, helping others discover the magic of creating with words. Sally's passion for writing has taken her on an incredible journey, and now she's here to guide you through the process. Join us for this episode where Sally shares her insights on managing your time effectively, overcoming writer's block, and the profound impact your book can have on someone else's life—it could be their survival manual!
Quote/Piece of Advice: Do not let your past define you, let it refine you.
Connect: on LinkedIn @SallyLotz or visit her website www.sallylotz.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Meet my wonderful and special guest Vanessa Beard! Empowering Corporate Moms to Chase Their Dreams. Vanessa is a firm advocate for taking those first steps to make your business legitimate, setting the foundation for success down the road. Her path, from climbing the corporate ladder to starting not one but two successful businesses, is a testament to her belief that corporate moms can have it all. In this episode, we discuss the importance of creating a business from your own perspective and the value of starting as a side hustle before taking the leap full-time.So join us in this empowering episode and discover the connections and guidance you need to transition from the corporate world to building the business of your dreams, without feeling overwhelmed.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Just start! Start somewhere, start anywhere, start messy….but just start. You will regret more by not starting versus just starting and figuring it out.
Connect: on FB or IG @VanessaNoelBeard OR join her Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchyourcorporatejob/
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Meet my beautiful special guest Dena Farash!! Dena is the Founder of The Mindful Mom Revolution and a dynamic force to be reckoned with. The Mindful Mom Revolution is more than a platform—it's a movement that encourages mothers to deliberately create community, inspiration, and progress. Dena's use of mindfulness, meditation, and grit has positioned her as a strong voice in both motherhood and the online business sphere. In this episode, we delve into the power of owning your truth, embracing your evolution, and giving yourself the grace to be imperfect. 🌱 Discover how to run a business while raising kids, finding space for yourself, and tuning out external noise. Tune in now and start your journey toward embracing authenticity and evolution!
Quote/Piece of Advice: 1. If you cannot figure out the solution, it is not a problem.
2. Be generous with your money but be more generous with your time.
Connect: On FB @DenaFarash or her FB Group: Mindful Mom Revolution
Her website: www.denafarash.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Friday Aug 25, 2023
Meet my wonderful special guest Valincia Bennett!!! She is a Business Coach for Coaches & Creator of Savvy Method. Join us for an enlightening conversation with the incredible Valincia Bennett, a business coach strategist who is passionate about taking coaching businesses to new heights. Valincia's journey from aspiring corporate lawyer to business director in healthcare to a burnout survivor has given her unparalleled insights into the importance of simplicity and alignment. With her background in psychology and an MBA in business, Valincia brings a unique blend of expertise to help you reach your highest potential. Her dedication to elevating entrepreneurs to their best selves shines through her coaching and strategic guidance, and as the creator of the Savvy Method, Valincia's wisdom on business elevation will inspire you to navigate your entrepreneurial journey with grace and intention. Discover how to eliminate chaos without passing it to a VA or admin, and be ready to welcome growth and transformation on your terms. Join us in this empowering episode and uncover the secrets of simplifying your processes and achieving business success with intention!
Quote/Piece of Advice: Be the person you wish you had growing up.
Connect: LinkedIn @ValinciaBennett OR Her youtube channel - savvymethod
Website: https://savvy-method.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Aug 18, 2023
Friday Aug 18, 2023
Meet my wonderful special guest Mara Whitener a Business Problem-Solving Strategist & Operational Expert.Ready to optimize your business operations and unleash your visionary genius? 🚀 Join us for an enlightening conversation with Mara Whitener, a true expert in decoding the business operations puzzle. As a fractional COO and business problem-solving strategist, Mara is here to guide entrepreneurs toward working in their zone of genius. Mara's passion for pinpointing the missing pieces in operational puzzles is unmatched. With over 20 years of experience building, growing, and selling 6 and 7 figure businesses, she's the go-to guru for ensuring your systems and teams run seamlessly. In this episode, we dive into the importance of working smarter, not harder, to avoid burnout and drive real impact. Discover how to ask for help, simplify complex tasks, and avoid the pitfall of trying to do everything yourself. From team dynamics to strategic planning, this episode will elevate your business to new heights. And Mara’s unique ability to create time and mental space empowers you to take on more clients, streamline launches, and focus on your true passions. Join us in this eye-opening episode and unravel the secrets of working in your zone of genius as an entrepreneur!
Quote/Piece of Advice: I really believe in finding your own quote or affirmations. Lifting yourself up by doing daily affirmations: “You are enough” “You are worth it” “You deserve it” ….not matter what society tells you believe in yourself and trust in yourself.
Connect: LinkedIn @MaraWhitener or her website: www.whitenerpros.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Meet my inspiring special guest Kevin Lowe!!! Kevin is an entrepreneur and transformational coach who has proven that resilience knows no bounds. Despite losing his sight at the young age of 17, Kevin has triumphed over challenges and emerged as a beacon of hope and empowerment. Kevin's journey from running a travel agency to becoming a Life & Business Coach and the charismatic host of the podcast "Grit, Grace, & Inspiration" is a testament to his unwavering spirit. In this episode, we explore the art of learning to start again, no matter the obstacles life throws your way. Through his remarkable story and coaching expertise, Kevin teaches us that the power to overcome challenges lies within us all. Join us in this uplifting episode as we uncover the secrets of triumphing over adversity and finding grace and inspiration in the face of life's twists and turns.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Create your own life’s equation……My life equation is faith + family = A life worth living.
Connect: www.gritgraceinspiration.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Who is Kat, and who is this podcast for?
Kat a.k.a. Katherine Polsinelli is a mom of 2 boys with an extensive background in customer service, management, and medical administration. She is an entrepreneur, real estate agent, podcaster, and founder of Agent Services Plus.
Her mission in business and for this podcast is helping others grow and expand in their lives. With a focus on helping others overcome all the noise and focus on what they really want to work on, Kat uses her own life experiences to help others move in a direction that is more fulfilling to them as an individual.
This podcast is focused on having real conversations that will provide not only information on how to grow as an entrepreneur but help with the direction of how you should grow your business. There are so many niches and ways to run a business and opening up your mind to how others are running their business, whether they are in your genre or not can really help you define how you can work to grow yours.
Kat's other Big Focus is mindset. This not only can make or break a business but it can affect how you work in your personal life and the relationships that we are all a part of. So if you are looking to grow, learn, and be inspired by others please take a listen and be sure to like, share, and subscribe! Help us help others grow.