In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Pat Flynn to explore the creative process… not from strategy, but from center.

Pat and I talk about what it looks like to create without pressure to learn everything all at once, to unsubscribe from all the distractions without losing clarity, and to build something meaningful without needing to chase every bit of information calling for your attention.

We explore how his newest book, Lean Learning, emerged not just as a productivity tool, but as a reflection of his own journey toward presence, freedom, and focused execution.

This conversation isn’t about hacks or hustle. It’s about alignment. Trust. And the art of listening to your own inner knowing.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between your ideas and your execution…

If you’ve struggled with overthinking, perfectionism, or trying to learn too much…

This episode may open a new door for you.

Pat’s honesty, clarity, and humility shine here. And I believe you’ll walk away with not just insight, but peace.

You can get Pat’s book, Lean Learning, at leanlearningbook.com

In this episode of What Are You Creating?, I sat down with Aleasha Bahr: sales strategist, black sheep, and author of Black Sheep Sales: How to Win More Sales Without Acting Like a Douchebag.

This wasn’t a discussion about tactics.

This was a conversation about identity.

We explored what it means to sell without manipulation, to serve without auditioning, and to build a business that doesn’t require you to scale beyond your soul. Aleasha and I are both people who have tried “doing it the way they say you’re supposed to”… and felt our energy drain as a result. In this dialogue, we came home to the truth that you can sell powerfully when you’re rooted in presence, clarity, and you.

We talked about:

• The myth of “better than I deserve” and the reclamation of worthiness
• Why following your own resonance leads to better clients, deeper impact, and a sustainable business
• How pitch weaving works (and why it’s the most respectful, magnetic way to enroll clients)
• The difference between “being uncomfortable” and being out of alignment
• What unshakable self-trust looks like in life and sales

This one is for the black sheep.

The misfits.

The coaches, consultants, creators, and founders who want to serve, not sell.

If you’ve ever said to yourself, “I love what I do, I just wish I didn’t have to sell it,” this is your episode.

Aleasha’s voice is a mirror of permission.

Her work is a reclamation of what’s possible.

And I’m so glad we recorded this.

• Book: Black Sheep Sales – How to Win More Sales Without Acting Like a Douchebag
• Check out Aleasha’s Podcast: Sales Is Not a Dirty Word
• LinkedIn: Connect with Aleasha on LinkedIn

In this episode, I sit down with Corey Koehler—a musician, marketer, and entrepreneur who has mastered the art of reinvention. Corey's journey is a testament to adaptability and perseverance. Once a mechanical draftsman, he realized that the traditional 9-to-5 wasn’t the path for him. Instead, he picked up his guitar in his 30s, launched a music career, and later pivoted into digital marketing to create a sustainable business that supports his creative passions.

Now, with over 11 years of experience in email marketing, digital strategy, and Google Ads, Corey helps creators, coaches, and founders find the best marketing tools to grow their audiences and businesses. He also runs Redefining Retirement, a platform designed to help Gen Xers and entrepreneurs build work-life paths that lead to purpose and creativity rather than just "retirement."

Join us for an authentic conversation about the journey of an entrepreneurial creator.

Website: https://redefiningretirement.io

Music & More: https://www.youtube.com/@Planetcorey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykoehler