Kayleigh O’Keefe: The Courage to Move from Corporate to Creative
Is it possible for your business to be a true reflection of your values? That’s the question at the heart of this episode of “The Conscious Entrepreneur,” where host Alex Raymond and Kayleigh O’Keefe, founder of Soul Excellence Ventures, delve into the intersection of personal growth and entrepreneurship. Kayleigh recounts her significant shift from a […]
Brian Nolan: Ingredients for Entrepreneurial Success: Grit, Persistence, Perseverance and Passion
Imagine building a successful tech company, selling it to GoDaddy, and still feeling like an imposter. That’s exactly what Brian Nolan, founder and CEO of Book Outdoors, experienced. In this episode of The Conscious Entrepreneur podcast, Brian opens up about his journey as an entrepreneur, the challenges he faced, and how he manages imposter syndrome. […]
Julie Penner: The Soul of Startups
Modern entrepreneurship demands conscious leadership. In the latest episode of “The Conscious Entrepreneur,” host Alex Raymond sits down with Julie Penner, a seasoned startup coach and investor who has worked with over a hundred early-stage companies. Together, they discuss the evolving role of founders and the new expectations they face. Julie shares her insights on […]
Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth: Overcoming Stress with Coherence Healing
Do you feel you are on a tightrope walk between ambition and anxiety? Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth, the dynamic duo behind Paragon Performance Evolution, share the message we all need to hear: stress isn’t dictated by what’s happening around us but by our body’s internal reactions. For entrepreneurs who may feel overwhelmed and dysregulated, […]
Dave Mayer: Creating the Life You Want
“Hustle culture is bullshit,” says Dave Mayer. And he knows a thing or two about suffering through hustle culture. Alex Raymond sits down with Dave, the CEO and founder of Technical Integrity, to discuss his journey from burnout and exhaustion to building a successful business with a focus on cultural fit. Dave shares his personal […]
Foundations of Conscious Entrepreneurship
I’m thrilled to share some reflections on the Conscious Entrepreneur Summit that took place on June 7 & 8, 2023, in Boulder, Colorado. The summit was a transformative experience, and I’m grateful to everyone who participated. The Mind of an Entrepreneur The summit kicked off with a deep dive into the psychology of entrepreneurs. I […]
Gay Hendricks: Uncovering Your Zone of Genius
Super fans of “The Big Leap” will love this week’s episode – it’s the conversation with Gay Hendricks you’ve dreamed of having. We are a lucky fly on the wall as our host, Alex Raymond, asks Gay Hendricks, the brilliant author behind “The Big Leap”, the questions you’ve probably had after reading the book. Gay […]
Beck Sydow: Consume Less, Create More
“How does mindfulness impact business?” In this episode, Beck Sydow delves into the heart of conscious entrepreneurship, discussing burnout, the role of emotions in business, shadow work’s transformative potential and the inverse relationship between consumption and creativity. Sharing personal experiences with burnout, Alex and Beck highlight the critical need for self-awareness and timely self-care. They […]
Matt McCall: How to Become a Conscious Venture Capitalist
Are you tired of the adversarial relationship between entrepreneurs and investors? Matt McCall, a seasoned VC with 28 years of experience, offers a refreshing perspective on the traditional relationship dynamics we’ve come to expect. In this episode, Matt shares his unique approach to investing, where he not only provides funding but also coaching to help […]
Lizelle van Vuuren: Community Engineering and Human Connection
“Entrepreneurship is a personal growth journey,” says Lizelle van Vuuren. Lizelle is a force in the Denver Startup Community, she’s founded her own companies, is an advisor and an investor, and now she’s exploring her passion for soccer and her mission to bring professional women’s soccer to Denver. On this episode of The Conscious Entrepreneur, […]
