- 161. Entreprenuership, perfectionism, and the realities of growing a business
In this episode, we’re getting real about the struggles I've been facing as an entrepreneur. And how despite being overqualified in many aspects I still don’t feel ready to do a lot of things in my business. We’re talking perfectionism, money, and how I’m planning to scale my business with the resources and insights I've gotten from being a Wharton MBA student.
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As we close off the first quarter of 2024, I’m recapping my biggest takeaways and must-have items in wellness, beauty, and fashion from the past three months.
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1:40 self-worth is the key to everything
6:40 difference between capacity and capability
8:49 not letting other people make you feel small
12:17 wellness faves
17:24 beauty faves
20:45 fashion faves
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Ole Henrikson lip peptide balm https://howl.me/clYvEXTK1vb
Sol de janeiro delicio body balm https://howl.me/clYvEXsOjkO
Clothing:
Agolde low-rise baggy jeans https://howl.me/clYvEXtY0XE
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We’re all busy but that shouldn’t be reason to leave your health at the bottom of your priorities. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing 8 health and wellness habits that have helped me feel my best and live a healthier life overall. From daily practices to supplements and workout routines. I hope these habits inspire and motivate you to establish a healthy routine that works for you.
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As spring brings fresh new energy, this episode dives into everything I'm doing to glow up for the season. I hope this episode inspires you to hit the refresh button in your life and step into this new season feeling your absolute best.
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A breakdown of my expenses and how I budget as a grad student and business owner. I also answer your questions regarding career, failure, breakups and ADHD. You asked, I ANSWERED!
5:24 Q1: How do you manage money as a grad student and business owner?
9:37 Q2: How to navigate failure and career pivots
12:25 Q3: What is bringing you joy right now?
14:06 Q4: Breakup tips?
17:17 Q5: How do you manage ADHD among all the boss girl sh*t you do?
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I’ve been putting off this topic for a while… but let’s unpack how I’ve been completely neglecting my mental and physical health through this crazy period of my life. This episode is about getting back on track. I'll share how I'm resetting my priorities, what I'm doing to climb out of this funk, and a daily habit that has been super helpful throughout this time.
Show Notes
1:20 Navigating the stress of recent events
2:35 How to deal with too much on your plate
6:39 Realizing when you’re engaging in unhealthy habits
8:06 Getting my priorities straight!
9:44 Being strategic vs trying to accomplish everything
12:45 Dealing with the algorithm as a content creator
14:02 Examining your priorities
16:10 Ask yourself, are you self-sabotaging?
17:01 The sacrifice to do the things you love is worth it
18:11 Ways I’m prioritizing my health
19:43 Orienting yourself with intention
20:16 What are five things you’re proud of doing?
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I'm so excited to sit and chat with you guys! Today I'm answering a bunch of questions regarding dating, health, current favorites, classes at Wharton, and everything in between. So let's get cozy and start talking sh*t.
Show Notes
0:58 Second semester chat
1:51 How am I liking Wharton?
3:19 Falling back on priorities
3:40 Group life reset
4:21 Starting as a leadership fellow
7:03 What I dislike about Wharton
7:19 Favorite class I’ve taken
9:45 Switching management companies
12:20 Adjusting to the single life
14:19 What I’m loving
16:15 Travel favorites
19:29 Red light therapy
20:30 Supplement update!
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From corporate burnout to building her own creative agency, this week's guest, Madison Utendahl, walks us through her inspiring and multi-hyphenate career journey. We'll delve into her time at HBO, Refinery29, and her experience leading social media at the Museum of Ice Cream, and finally, how she founded her creative agency - Utendahl Creative, which has earned her recognition by Adweek's Creative 100 and Forbes' 30 Under 30.
Madison shares her candid story: navigating an identity crisis, finding creative fulfillment, planning a strategic job exit, setting business standards that prioritize work-life balance, and finding a supportive life partner. You will definitely walk away with so many tangible insights to create a life and career you love.
Show Notes
0:57 Welcome Madison Utendahl!
3:28 Recognizing and embracing your multi-hyphen life
5:12 Madison’s career trajectory
7:12 You are not above the early stages of your job
8:01 Life after HBO
8:49 Understanding the nuances of things you dislike
10:21 Holding space for people and their differing creative ideas
12:24 You’re sabotaging your privilege by accepting an unhealthy way of life
14:31 Stop taking on unnecessary burdens
16:22 Importance of peer accountability in the workplace
18:27 Know your basic needs and accept the sacrifices
20:02 Money can’t buy you happiness
21:07 Realizing the corporate grind doesn’t work for you
22:29 Nothing you see on social is real
24:46 Advice for when you’re burnt out
28:01 When you have strong boundaries, you don’t let your job/people push you to burn out
30:43 You don’t have to reinvent the wheel, you can just emulate other successful companies/societies you look up to
31:56 Questioning systemic/archaic constructs
35:47 Having to be “twice as good”
39:00 Discussing the engagement party
41:40 Finding someone who supports your ambition
42:52 Finding the right one once you accept your ambition
43:48 Instrumental resources for personal and professional development
46:08 Rapid fire questions!
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Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
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Discover four key elements that will reshape your self-image and strengthen your relationship with yourself. Tune in for practical inner work insights to help you build a more fulfilling and loving life.
Show Notes
1:24 How I’ve *really* been doing
2:18 Why I love Valentine’s Day
3:24 Self-love and what it means
4:01 The categories of self-love
5:27 Navigating the pressure/anxiety around not being in a relationship
6:47 Putting yourself first regardless of your relationship status
7:27 Three things that make up self-love
8:36 How to build your inherit self-worth
10:15 Try to see the nuance in things
12:58 Self-esteem as a crucial component in building confidence
15:00 If you’re swayed by other people’s opinions, you’’ never feel a true sense of self
15:22 Let’s talk about self-discipline
17:18 Redefining self-discipline
18:11 Realizing you deserve more and acting accordingly
Resources/Mentioned
The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler
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It's time we redefine selfishness, break free from old people-pleasing habits, and unapologetically prioritize our needs. It's easy to let life slip by without realizing how much we bend over for others' expectations, responsibilities, or demands that don't contribute to our well-being or personal growth.
We'll explore the consequences of sacrificing our needs for others and dive into the transformative journey of declaring our 'selfish era.' Tune in for practical insights on shifting your mindset and embracing an authentic, unapologetic way of living.
Show Notes
1:37 Managing the emotions that come with the end of a long-term relationship
2:23 Entering your selfish era and prioritizing your needs
3:07 Importance of investing in yourself
4:04 Ways to be intentional with your time and energy
5:20 Developing a hobby/identity to create a sense of self outside your relationship
6:59 Ask yourself, are you doing things for yourself or to appease someone else?
7:38 What do you want your life to look like?
8:44 The drawbacks of giving too much
11:43 Relinquishing control over certain outcomes
12:51 Utilizing calming affirmations to remain levelheaded
13:56 What does being selfish mean to you?
15:59 Knowing when to walk away
16:37 Self-esteem vs self-worth
17:55 Stop seeking validation from others
18:49 Stop taking responsibility to make everyone help
19:27 Self-care isn’t selfish, but being selfish is self-care
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Join me for a raw and candid conversation as I unpack recent insults, dealing with haters in real life, and strategies for facing those who try to make you feel small.
We're unraveling the layers of people-pleasing, and why it's crucial to protect your energy in a world full of energy vultures.
Show Notes
2:00 You can’t be everything and still be liked
3:11 Protecting your energy as an ambitious person
4:31 Avoiding relationships with insecure people
5:32 Using accolades to remedy insecurities
7:00 Feeling as though you have something to prove
8:48 Understanding your subconscious lack of boundaries
10:12 Discerning between people pleasing and genuine interest
12:19 Chasing perfection never yields happiness
13:22 Feel the pain that comes with someone neglecting your success, but don’t let it define you
15:20 “If you don’t like me that’s fine…”
16:22 It’s only embarrassing if you’re embarrassed
17:24 Having the courage to be yourself
19:22 On being Nice and Pretty
20:31 Nice girls don’t win
21:34 It’s important to be discerning with who you trust/share information with
23:11 No one can make you feel inferior without your consent
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Let's catch up! Tune in for some recent life updates, reflections on my dating life, and my ins and outs of 2024. I'll be sharing insights on mindsets, habits, self-care, and what I will absolutely NOT be tolerating this year. Join me for a breakdown of what's been happening and what's on the horizon!
Show Notes
2:42 Life update!
6:36 Burnout prevention
8:01 What classes am I taking!
9:29 Going with the flow
10:48 Dating again after a long-term relationship breakup – learning to be intentional
13:37 Setting personal standards and sticking to them
14:08 New Year’s resolutions – planning for a year of fun and achievement
15:24 Stopping to reflect on how far I’ve come
18:32 Enjoy the fruits of your labor!
19:09 Ins and Outs of 2024
19:22 Outs!
19:29 Sleeping with your phone
20:26 Favoring aesthetics in lieu of genuine connection
21:29 Dating content from people who’ve never been in relationships
22:48 Believing that your dreams are too big
24:24 Neglecting to get pedicures
25:53 Ins!
25:26 Hard gel manicures
26:30 Pampering yourself
27:17 Baths for stress relief
27:42 Supplements and increased water intake
28:24 Investing in bodycare
29:24 Being unapologetic!
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Today, we're diving into my journey getting off birth control and the lifestyle changes I've made to balance my hormones. I'll walk you through how I prepared my body to remove hormonal birth control, discuss the side effects I noticed, and share my research on the impact of birth control on our bodies. Additionally, I share what I'm doing now to balance my hormones, my list of favorite supplements, and other non-negotiable habits that have transformed my health.
Note: around minute 16:00 when I mention excess progesterone, I meant to say excess estrogen.
Resources mentioned:
Moody Bitches by by Julie Holland
Beam Dream (supplement for sleep)
Nutrafol (for hair growth)
Elix (healing elixirs)
Alive App (workouts)
Peloton App (workouts)
Flo app (cycle tracking)
Study: High cholesterol in women because of skipping breakfast
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This one's for all the material girls out there! In this episode, Alexis shares her 2023 favorites. Discover the secrets behind Alexis's glowing skin, must-have makeup essentials, luxurious home picks, fashion picks, and even book recs!
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MAKEUP
- REFY BROW GEL: https://howl.me/cli2ELNZUu7
- REFY LIP IN FAWN: https://howl.me/cli2EMpvKXc
- AMI COLE LIP OIL: https://howl.me/cli2ELouUFp
- DIOR ROSEWOOD BLUSH: https://howl.me/cli2ELBhcM5
SKIN
- PEACH AND LILLY GLASS SKIN: https://howl.me/cli2ELhWFXH
- SUMMER FRIDAYS MOISTURIZER: https://howl.me/cli2EL6YhZI
- & SUNSCREEN: https://howl.me/cli2ELUmHPz
BODY & FRAGRANCE
- OUAI ST BARTHS SCENTS: https://howl.me/cli2hTY0d0Z& https://howl.me/cli2EMN8BxY
- YSL BLACK OPIUM: https://howl.me/cli2ELKYNHX
- 11:11 BODY OIL: https://howl.me/cli2EMqB5lg
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HAIR
- OUAI DETOX SHAMPOO: https://howl.me/cli2EM3BIaF
- REV AIR: https://myrevair.com/products/q4tp2023
- WOW SPRAY: https://howl.me/cli2ENqsEgv
- CURLING IRON
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- HAIR STICK
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HOME
- 11 11 DIFFUSERS
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- NESPRESSO MACHINE
- https://www.nespresso.com/us/en/vertuo-coffee-machines
- DYSON FAN
- https://amzn.to/47gRJgR https://howl.me/cli2ENaOzej
- OUAI X DEDCOOL LAUNDRY DETERGENT
- https://howl.me/cli2EM4RDKx
- BYREDO SOAPS
- https://howl.me/cli2EMVFB4m
CLOTHING
- LULULEMON ALIGN MINI FLARES
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- MONDAY SWIMWEAR SWIMSUITS
- https://mondayswimwear.com/
- AGOLDE LOW RISE JEANS
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- HOUSE OF CB DRESSES
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- SKIMS BRA: https://howl.me/cli2ENr0YYx
ACCESSORIES
- VIVRELLE: vivrelle.com
- MY BLUE LIGHT GLASSES; https://amzn.to/3NJow7h
- AMAZON EARRINGS: https://amzn.to/48lTU3w
BOOKS
- THE MOUNTAIN IS YOU: https://amzn.to/3tqq1At
- THE PERFECTIONISTS GUIDE TO LOSING CONTROL: https://amzn.to/3THi4Se
TRAVEL
- AWAY SUITCASES : https://howl.me/cli2ENiiJlx
- LULULEMON DUFFLE BAG: https://howl.me/cli2EMQ5uGP
- MINI WHITE NOISE MACHINE: https://amzn.to/3RWz5q7
- STONEY CLOVER POUCHES: https://www.stoneycloverlane.com/
OTHER / TECH
- SUPERHUMAN APP
- TRIPOD: https://amzn.to/3NIHPgR
- MY MICROSOFT SURFACE PRO 9: https://amzn.to/48fFItf
- MY DJI POCKET 2: https://amzn.to/3TJgnU6
TV SHOWS:
- Real Housewives
- The Crown
- The Bear
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In this week's Too Smart For This, Alexis shares her goal-setting tips for the new year! Chock full of insight, practical tips, and inspiration, this solo episode is a must for empowering you on your journey toward a fulfilling and purpose-driven future. Tune in to discover the keys to unlocking your potential and making 2024 the year you turn your aspirations into reality!
Show Notes
3:27 How to set goals and create a vision board!
5:05 You can’t control time, but you can change your relationship with the clock
6:07 The subtle power of changing your identity
7:47 Rewriting your narrative and crafting your identity
9:57 Transforming resilience into suffering
11:30 Using goal visualization to get what you want
13:35 Categories for creating a personal brand/identity
16:30 Use/focus on what you don’t want
17:09 Understanding your capacity and capabilities
19:44 Reviewing and evaluating your calendar performance
21:15 Create capacity buckets!
25:21 Goals: feelings vs accomplishments
29:21 Capacity and intent in identity development
29:55 Building accountability structures for yourself
31:26 Aim for the maximum!
33:09 Utilizing the structures that exist around you
33:50 The benefits of morning meditation(s)
35:02 Develop a framework for responding to negative situations
35:13 Move, regulate, vent
36:48 Build a self-care buffer zone
38:48 Making vision boards for the 5 areas of your life
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Atomic Habits by James Clear
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Welcome back to Too Smart For This episode 146! In this episode, Alexis shares details of her first semester experience in the Wharton MBA program. She covers everything you want to know - from finances and academics to social life.
If you're considering applying for an MBA, especially at a top program like Wharton, this episode is essential listening. Alexis tells all about the realities of B-school and life on campus as a first year MBA student.
Show Notes
1:20 Wharton Q&A!
2:29 Overview of business school
8:04 Utilizing the deferred enrollment program
9:21 Breaking down the b-school landscape
11:23 Let’s talk academics
17:08 Social dynamics of an MBA program
20:20 Navigating the social scene
25:57 Budgeting for social travel/events
32:36 Scholarships
33:47 First semester summary
Resources/Mentioned
Management Leadership for Tomorrow
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Welcome to a special milestone episode of Too Smart For This! Today, Alexis is celebrating her 25th birthday, and she's taking a moment to reflect on the valuable lessons she's learned in the past year. Join her as she shares personal insights, growth moments, and the wisdom gained on her journey so far. It's a candid episode filled with reflections, gratitude, and the anticipation of what lies ahead. Let's celebrate and learn together on this birthday edition of Too Smart For This!
Quick Notes
1:20 Recapping 24
2:15 Thank you!
2:30 Life lessons from 24 years
2:41 Putting yourself first without feeling guilty
5:45 The myth of the balanced life
7:04 Embracing the unexpected
8:11 No one is coming to save you
11:05 Viewing failure as a good thing
13;43 How to own your shit and stop blaming others
16:57 Figuring out what’s most important to you
18:43 Trust YOUR timing
22:07 Goals for 25!
22:48 #1 Have fun and enjoy life
23:06 #2 Become a version of you your younger self would look up to
23:31 #3 Show up for yourself
25:50 #4 Invest in personal care
27:20 #5 Don't allow yourself to dream small
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In this episode of Too Smart For This, join Alexis as she candidly shares some takeaways from what have been chaotic times, to say the least. She talks about prioritizing yourself again, how she came to the decision that she doesn't want to be actively dating and is ok with being single and walking through the uncomfortable changes that she’s going through.
Show Notes
1:46 Whirlwind first semester of Wharton
2:30 Life update!
6:47 Decentering men
8:50 You are in charge of your own happiness
9:36 Believing that you can accomplish great things
11:26 Cultivating patience in an immediate gratification world
14:09 Everything is happening for your highest good … you will be okay
14:45 Discomfort as a catalyst for growth
15:57 The power of being present
18:18 Realizing when you’re engaging in self-sabotaging behavior
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Welcome back to Too Smart For This! This week, Alexis is sharing the tangible tips she used to #glowup this year! Make sure to rate the show 5 Stars and share on Instagram @toocollective
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Show Notes
2:20 How to transform your life
4:23 TooCollective Black Friday sale!
5:13 10 tools I’ve used to glow up over the past year
5:57 #1 Dreaming + being honest with yourself
8:45 #2 Everything is happening for your highest good
11:34 #3 Importance of discomfort for personal growth
13:01 #4 Check in with yourself and your priorities!
14:49 #5 Minimizing digital interaction
18:52 #6 Maximizing calendar productivity
19:37 #7 Build routines that enable you to become your best self
21:23 #8 Habit stacking and its importance
24:01 #9 You need to live life!
27:26 #10 Be present!
Resources/Mentioned
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay
The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power by Katherine Morgan Schafler
Conscious Luck: Eight Secrets to Intentionally Change Your Fortune by Gay Hendricks and Carol Kline
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Welcome back to Too Smart For This! This week, Alexis is answering all of your questions on everything from Wharton to her new single life. Enjoy and make sure to follow her on Instagram for more!
Show Notes
4:11 Instagram Q&A!
4:59 How do you know if you’re ready for Grad School?
6:10 Creating an intentional career plan
8:26 How old is the average MBA student?
11:01 What is the overall Wharton experience ;ole?
13:42 Knowing when to ask for help
16:02 What am I learning at Wharton?
22:11 Prepare your finances for Grad School!
22:45 Navigating life post-break-up
24:26 Dealing with your guilt so it doesn’t drag you down
26:38 Do you like him? Or the attention?
28:14 Dating vs relationship
30:53 Solitude as a testament to self-love
32:42 Shop the TooCollective robes!
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