847 Unleash Your Untapped Potential with Marie Forleo

Sep 9, 2019

Marie Forleo, a life coach, motivational speaker, and author, shares her insights on tapping into untapped potential. She discusses the pressures of societal expectations and how to remain true to oneself. Marie emphasizes the power of a growth mindset with her mantra 'everything is figureoutable.' Listeners will learn about the importance of open communication in relationships and how personal growth intertwines with entrepreneurship. With humor, she reflects on overcoming fears and building resilience through self-acceptance.

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INSIGHT

Life Gets Better

Life continually improves with age, defying societal expectations of decline.
The best years are yet to come, with exciting possibilities arising from past experiences.

ADVICE

Prioritize Relationships

Prioritize quality time in relationships, even with a demanding career.
Schedule non-negotiable adventure time to maintain connection and prevent burnout.

ANECDOTE

Company Downtime

Marie Forleo's company closes for two weeks in summer and winter, providing paid downtime.
This policy boosts team creativity, reduces FOMO, and strengthens team bonds, with employees even spending time together during breaks.

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DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY. We all face a lot of pressure from the world. We’re constantly comparing ourselves to others on social media and getting critiques from friends and family. Whether it’s when to have kids, our relationship choices, or a nontraditional career, it’s hard to step outside the box. We might feel judged. We might feel alone. And it might be scary to wander into new territory. So how can we stay true to what WE want? On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk to an inspirational woman changing the world on her terms: Marie Forleo. Marie Forleo is a life coach, motivational speaker, author and host of Marie TV. She is the owner of Marie Forleo International, B-School and MarieTV, and Oprah named Marie a thought leader for the next generation. Marie is passionate about spreading her message that you can figure out the problems in your life. She shares three simple steps to avoid getting overwhelmed and feeling helpless. So get ready to learn how life is “figureoutable” on Episode 847.
Some Questions I Ask:
What’s been the greatest lesson in the last 10 years? (6:00)
What are the things you think you’re not doing well in business? (24:00)
Are you open to the idea of marriage? (35:00)
Where would you be if you were single for the last 10 years? (38:00)
Where do you have the least amount of confidence? (48:30)
What are the 3-5 things you do every day or most days? (1:00:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How work ethic can be a bad thing (13:00)
How Marie sets non-negotiable “adventure time” with her husband (16:00)
The importance of downtime at home and in your job (20:00)
About Marie’s decision to not have kids (27:00)
Why you should trust your timing (42:00)
The three rules for understanding “everything is figureoutable” (1:18:00)
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