Expansive CEO

What if your biggest money problem… isn't strategy — it's your relationship with money? In this episode of the Expansive CEO Podcast, Hannah Chapman and Lauren Ammon break down what it really means to build a business that supports your life — not drains it. From Human Design and Gene Keys to financial systems and money story healing, this conversation bridges the gap between energy and execution in a way most entrepreneurs have never experienced. You'll learn: Why most entrepreneurs are financially dysregulated (and don't realize it) How your Human Design impacts your pricing, income, and decisions The real reason saving money feels “boring” — and why that matters How money stories silently shape your business growth Why nervous system regulation is the foundation of sustainable wealth The difference between “making money” and actually keeping it This episode also introduces the Expansive CEO Program — a powerful process that integrates: ✔️ Human Design ✔️ Nervous system regulation ✔️ Money story healing ✔️ Real financial systems So you can finally build a business that feels stable, aligned, and expansive. Upcoming Opportunities → Free Workshop (April 1) https://www.expansiveceo.com/regenerative-wealth-workshop→ Live Expansive CEO Cohort (April 29)→ Self-study program available now Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore working with Hannah and Lauren at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

What happens when you're doing the inner work… but the world around you isn't? In this episode, Hannah and Lauren explore the very real tension between personal growth and real life: building a business, making money, leading people, and navigating relationships in a world where most people are still operating unconsciously. This conversation dives into the gap between understanding your Human Design and actually living it. Because in theory, every type has a beautiful role to play. But in practice? You still have to work with imperfect people, process projection, and learn how to stay true to yourself without expecting everyone else to be fully self-aware too. Key Points Why Human Design can sound ideal in theory but feel much messier in real life How each energy type is designed to work together in a healthy ecosystem What it means to live and lead in a “not-self” world Why awareness changes how you experience projection, judgment, and conflict How the Gene Keys shadow, gift, and siddhi framework can help you stay grounded Why other people's reactions are often more about their material than yours How self-awareness helps you collaborate more consciously in business and life Why conscious partnership creates healthier business results and cleaner endings What it looks like to give people grace without abandoning yourself How to stay true to your own energy even when others are unaware Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore working with Hannah and Lauren at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

When the world feels heavy, it can be hard to know what's actually yours to carry. In this episode, Hannah and Lauren explore what it means to move through collective heaviness, personal emotions, and real-life stress without abandoning yourself in the process. This conversation brings Human Design into the very human experience of grief, overwhelm, uncertainty, and emotional processing. If you've been feeling the weight of everything lately, this episode offers language, perspective, and practical ways to move through it. Learn: Why heavy seasons make self-leadership more important than ever How to process what's happening around you without absorbing all of it as your own Why you can't harvest the lesson before you've fully moved through the experience How undefined centers can amplify collective emotion, pressure, and mental noise What it means to be a sieve instead of a sponge when emotions feel overwhelming How journaling, movement, crying, and release practices can support emotional processing Why understanding yourself creates better boundaries, healthier systems, and more sustainable leadership Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore working with Hannah and Lauren at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

You can force your way to impressive results—and still feel depleted, resentful, or stuck. In this episode, Hannah Chapman and Lauren Ammon unpack why the traditional “grind harder” model fails so many high performers: it confuses who you are with what you achieve, and it treats leadership, systems, and money like separate problems instead of one connected ecosystem. They introduce Expansive CEO's three pillars—Leadership, Systems, and Money—through a grounded definition of prosperity that goes beyond income: time, money, and energy in overflow. You'll learn: Why leadership, systems, and money can't be treated as separate problems in your business How redefining prosperity as time, money, and energy changes the way you build Why knowing your Human Design doesn't magically make you money (and what it actually does) When results start becoming your identity—and how to catch that early Why forcing your vision creates burnout, while drifting without vision creates stagnation How your “limitations” actually clarify your genius and contribution When it's aligned to stretch outside your zone—and how to do it without self-abandonment Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

What if the reason some relationships feel energizing — and others feel draining — isn't “compatibility”… but mechanics? In this episode, Hannah and Lauren unpack how your design gets revealed through connection — and how your open centers can become either your biggest source of confusion… or your greatest leadership gift. Why relationships reveal patterns you can't see on your own How frustration signals misalignment with your natural rhythm What changes when you make decisions the way you're designed to How different working styles either create tension or deepen collaboration When your body is communicating something your mind hasn't acknowledged How sensitivity to others' energy becomes a leadership strength Why self-leadership is the foundation for leading others effectively Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

Some relationships don't fall apart because there's no love — they fall apart because you keep trying to “fix” a feeling you can't name. If you've ever thought, “Why do I feel fine alone, but incomplete with someone… or like something is missing unless they show up a certain way?”…you're not too needy, too intense, or “bad at relationships.” You might be living out a Split Definition pattern — where your energy is designed with a natural gap, and your mind turns that gap into a story: it's me… or it's you. In today's episode, we break down what Split Definition actually is (simple vs. wide splits), why it can create that push-pull dynamic inside partnerships, and how to stop outsourcing wholeness to the people you love. Learn: Why Split Definition can feel like “something is missing” (and why you're not broken) How to tell if you're Single definition, Simple Split, Wide Split, Triple split, or Quad split Why Simple Splits tend to internalize it (“something is wrong with me”) Why Wide Splits tend to externalize it (“something is wrong with you”) How “bridging gates” work (and why certain people feel like relief) Why Split Definition teaches cooperation in relationships How conditioning turns the “bridge” into a relationship trap How to stop looking for “completion” in a partner Why relationship advice online often fails (it's too generic) How to ask for what you need without self-abandoning Why emotional authority + non-emotional partners can feel out of sync How to use your Strategy & Authority to reduce relationship friction Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

What if the real question in relationships isn't “Do I like you?” — but “Who do I become when I'm with you?” Inspired by Esther Perel's insight, this episode explores how Human Design + Gene Keys explain the energetic chemistry behind that feeling — and how to use it to create healthier, more honest connection. This week on the Expansive CEO Podcast, Hannah Chapman, CFP® and Lauren Ammon break down why relationships often feel less about “compatibility” and more about who you become in someone else's presence. They translate this concept through the lens of aura mechanics, connection charts, and energetic dynamics—so you can replace blame with clarity (without excusing unhealthy behavior). Explore: Why you feel like a different version of yourself around different people How aura mechanics shape attraction, friction, and ease in relationships Why “don't take it personally” is easier when you understand energetic dynamics How connection charts reveal chemistry, compromise, and recurring conflict points Why “easy” relationships can sometimes be self-abandonment in disguise How to treat people the way they are designed to be treated (platinum rule) Why self-awareness can change your relationships—and what to do when it does How split definition works, and why it matters in partnership (teaser for next episode) Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

What's it actually like to receive a live Human Design reading—one that lands in your body, not just your mind? In this special episode, we do our first live reading on the show with Stacey Davis, exploring emotional Manifestor leadership, clean initiation, and how to create impact without over-giving, over-holding, or burning out. Stacey Davis is an executive transformation mentor, ceremonista, podcaster, and lead steward of Solunara. She holds sacred containers for leaders and communities, guiding sovereignty, nervous system regulation, and sustainable and regenerative impact. How a live Human Design reading actually works (and what you walk away with) Why “clean initiation” matters for Manifestors (and what it changes in leadership) How to lead as an Emotional Manifestor without burning out Why the Manifestor aura can feel “repelling” (and how to work with it instead of against it) How the “Manifestor wound” gets created in childhood (and why it often turns into “I have to do it alone”) How to receive real support before you hit crisis mode Why anger is a compass for Manifestors (not a problem to suppress) Why undefined/open centers can drive overwork and proving Why your body gives loud signals (illness, shutdown, “burn it down”) when capacity is exceeded How to create sustainable capacity (sessions per day/month, recovery time, creative time) Why the full moon is a powerful “release + equilibrium” checkpoint Expansive CEO Grand Reopening Event — Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM MT / 3:00 PM ET A 90-minute workshop + “love seat” coaching with moon gates, new moon/eclipse intention-setting, and planting new seeds together. (Link in show notes.) Connect with Stacey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solunara.sanctuary/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacey.solunara/ Podcast: Voices of Soul (releasing soon) Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

This week was a reminder that markets can experience meaningful movement even when the underlying fundamentals haven't changed. We saw volatility driven by rotation, rebalancing, and shifting investor expectations — not panic, and not systemic risk. In this episode of Investment Friday, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, is joined by Brad Haines, CFA®, FRM®, CIO of Juncture Wealth Strategies, to break down what's actually happening beneath the headlines. Together, they explore why markets are becoming more selective, how to interpret recent layoff announcements, what a new Fed chair nomination could mean for monetary policy, and why understanding tax-efficient strategies like Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) matters more than ever. Learn more about: What's driving market volatility right now — and what isn't Sector rotation, profit-taking, and why differentiation matters AI, tech, and how markets are starting to separate winners from the theme Layoff headlines vs. labor market reality The Fed chair nomination and why Federal Reserve independence matters Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs): how to give more and pay less in taxes Using required minimum distributions strategically Why context matters more than headlines for long-term investors Reminder: Follow Investment Friday and subscribe on YouTube. The show now lives fully in its own podcast feed and YouTube channel. Connect with Hannah at Hannah.Chapman@x2wealthplanning.com and online at https://x2wealthplanning.com Connect with Brad at brad@juncturewealth.com.

In our final episode of January's “Crunchiness” series, we unpack why certain parts of Human Design and Gene Keys can feel like… “ugh, why is that me?” In this episode, Hannah and Lauren dive into the 2/4 profile (Hermit/Opportunist). Why the 2-line hermit needs solitude, why the 4-line opportunist's best opportunities come through your network, and how that inner tension can show up in business and relationships. Learn more about: Why parts of your design can feel “crunchy” at first The difference between rejection vs. resonance The 7-year deconditioning process Gene Keys Shadow as an octave of the Gift The 2/4 profile (Hermit/Opportunist) + how it plays out in life Natural talents you can't always see (2-line gifts) Why 4-line opportunities come through your people Projector invitations: not passive, just aligned Generator myths: response, desire, and sacral “YES” energy Why you don't have to force sales strategies that fight your design Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

This week was a great reminder of how quickly markets can move on headlines alone—without anything fundamentally changing underneath. We saw volatility driven by political rhetoric, followed by an equally fast recovery once that noise settled back down. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, helps you understand why this kind of movement doesn't mean something is “wrong” with the economy or your plan. Additionally, she walks you through one of the most important retirement questions there is: how much money do you actually need to retire—and where the 4% rule helps, and where it falls short. Learn more: What moved markets this week (and why it matters) Investor behavior: Stop checking so often Retirement planning: “How much do I need?” The “forward math” Hannah recommends Retirement spending isn't flat: “Go-go / slow-go / no-go” Different investor life stages Reminder: Follow Investment Friday and subscribe on YouTube—this show will live fully in its own feed/channel starting in February. Connect with Hannah at Hannah.Chapman@x2wealthplanning.com and online at https://x2wealthplanning.com

Some parts of Human Design and Gene Keys hit a nerve fast—especially when the language feels intense or “unflattering.” This month on the Expansive CEO Podcast, Hannah and Lauren are unpacking what's crunchy: the parts of your design that can trigger resistance, shame, or “Wait… why me?!” In this episode, they pick up where last week left off and dive into one of the crunchiest profiles of all: the 3/5 (Martyr/Heretic). Together they reframe the meaning behind those loaded words, explain why 3/5s often feel like they're always “putting out fires,” and share how 3-line trial-and-error becomes wisdom when it's guided by Strategy + Authority. Key Takeaways: January 2026 update: Investment Friday has officially split off Profiles 101: what the numbers actually mean Why 3/5 is “top-tier crunchy” The “theater on fire” metaphor (and why it lands) Lower trigram vs upper trigram tension The 5-line projection field: “You can fix my problem” Parenting/leading a 3/5: ask “What did you learn?” Gene Keys lens: 3rd-line Brand = humor A crunchy truth: 3-lines can “pay the price” materially Business application: why 3/5s can thrive in shorter containers Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

There's a lot of noise right now—and it can hijack investor decision-making. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP® and Brad Haines, CFA, FRM zoom out to separate signal from headlines, discuss early-year market context, and share what they're watching for 2026. You'll hear why recency bias leads people to panic-sell, why earnings and innovation may matter more than day-to-day politics over a 5-year horizon, and why rebalancing at the start of the year can support both portfolio discipline and tax planning. Then, they break down a major story involving Jerome Powell and discuss why Federal Reserve independence is a cornerstone of long-term economic stability. What's covered: “Noise vs. signal” and how to stay grounded as an investor Earnings trends: broadening beyond mega-cap tech The AI buildout: data centers, compute capacity, and the next wave of applications Why rebalancing early in the year can be strategically helpful Emerging markets explained (developed vs emerging vs frontier) Why Fed independence matters and what happens when central banks aren't independent Inflation, wage catch-up, and why it can feel hard even when data improves Reminder: Follow Investment Friday and subscribe on YouTube—this show will live fully in its own feed/channel starting in February. Connect with Hannah at Hannah.Chapman@x2wealthplanning.com and online at https://x2wealthplanning.com Connect with Brad at bhaines@juncturewealth.com and online at https://www.juncturewealth.com

Some parts of Human Design and Gene Keys feel… crunchy. You read the original transmission, the channel descriptions, the line language—and something in you goes: “Ew. I don't want that. I'm not that.” And if you're not careful, that reaction can quietly turn into self-rejection… which blocks the very transformation you're here for. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP® and co-host Lauren Ammon talk about why “softening” or rewriting the system to make it more palatable can actually keep people stuck. Together, they explore how to hold uncomfortable language with maturity, use the shadow as soil, and let your experiment reveal what the words truly mean—without moralizing or bypassing the human experience. Learn about: Why “making HD/GK feel nicer” can be misleading The cost of rejecting parts of your chart Shadow → Gift → Siddhi as a real transformation pathway Gate 59: dishonesty, intimacy, safety, and timing Tribal circuitry and “the bargain” dynamic Gate 26 and the word “manipulation” (and why it isn't always bad) Defined vs open Ego: commitment, promises, and sustainable action How supportive aura dynamics can help people follow through Teaser: the 3/5 profile and why it can feel painful at first Discover your design, join the newsletter, and explore coaching at: https://expansiveceo.com. Don't forget to send your Human Design questions to lauren@expansiveceo.com!

Investment Friday is entering an exciting new chapter! In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® and Brad Haines, CFA®, FRM®, Chief Investment Officer at Juncture Wealth Strategies, share why Investment Friday is officially becoming its own podcast — launching February 2026 — and what that means for listeners who want grounded, historically informed financial insight without fear-based headlines. Together, they unpack: What really happened in markets in 2025 What the early data is telling us about 2026 Why “bad news can be good news” for markets Labor market trends and interest rate expectations The Venezuela situation and its global implications The U.S. dollar's role as the world's reserve currency — and what happens if that changes Why entrepreneurship, innovation, and equity markets endure through every cycle This episode is a reminder that you don't need to live in financial fight-or-flight. With the right context, history, and perspective, you can stay invested, informed, and grounded — even in uncertain times. Connect with Hannah at Hannah.Chapman@x2wealthplanning.com and online at https://x2wealthplanning.com Connect with Brad at bhaines@juncturewealth.com and online at https://www.juncturewealth.com

If you've ever felt like you're doing “everything right” in business but still swimming upstream—this episode marks a turning point. This is the first episode of 2026, and it's also the beginning of a new chapter for the Expansive CEO Podcast. One where we stop forcing strategies that don't fit, stop borrowing advice from people with completely different energy, and start building businesses that actually work with who we are. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® officially welcomes Lauren Ammon as co-host of the Expansive CEO Podcast. Together, they share why the show is shifting fully into Human Design and Gene Keys as the foundation for entrepreneurship—and what that means for how you lead, decide, build, partner, and grow. This conversation introduces the heart of what's coming next: real conversations about conditioning, self-trust, energetic alignment, and the not-so-pretty parts of growth that actually lead to sustainable success. Learn more about: Why Expansive CEO is narrowing its focus to Human Design and Gene Keys as tools for aligned entrepreneurship How separating Investment Friday creates cleaner energetic containers for money, markets, and business growth What it actually means to build a business “with the river” instead of swimming upstream Why understanding your conditioning is just as important as knowing your gifts How different Human Design profiles experience leadership, struggle, and success differently What listeners can expect going forward—including live chart readings, Q&A, and real-life application Why Human Design and Gene Keys are entry points, not silver bullets, in a much larger healing and growth journey Connect with us at ExpansiveCEO.com! Email any questions you may have to lauren@expansiveceo.com.

If you've ever felt successful on paper… but still disconnected from yourself — like you're “doing all the right things” while your heart is quietly asking for more — this episode is for you. Because the truth is: the level of intimacy you have with yourself shapes everything… your relationships, your leadership, your capacity to receive, and the way you show up in your business when things get hard. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® is joined by intimacy expert Allana Pratt, global media personality and author of six books, to explore what intimacy really means — not just with a partner, but with your own body, your nervous system, and your soul. Together, they talk about: Why intimacy with yourself (“into-me-I-see”) is the foundation for intimacy with others — and for aligned entrepreneurship How unprocessed wounds can drive business decisions (people-pleasing, proving, perfectionism, overworking, fear-based strategy) What it actually looks like to “come home” to yourself through the body, nervous system safety, and emotional truth Why you can't repair relational ruptures sustainably if you don't first complete the “loop” within yourself How plant medicine + somatic integration can accelerate healing when used intentionally to “check in,” not check out The shift from soulmate to “wholemate” relationships — two whole people creating something exponentially greater together Connect with Allana here: Website: https://allanapratt.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/allanapratt/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/allanapratt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachallanapratt Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/allanapratt Free Gift: www.allanapratt.com/top5mistakes Book a Call with Allana: www.allanapratt.com/connect Use discount code: READYNOW for $400 savings! Connect with Hannah here: X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/ Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/ Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/

If you're a business owner who feels like you should understand your numbers but secretly hopes they'll just… work themselves out, you're not alone. For a lot of entrepreneurs, money feels heavy, confusing, or even shame-filled—and that disconnect can quietly limit growth, peace of mind, and long-term stability. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® sits down with author, strategist, and fractional CFO Josh Greenbaum, founder of CFO Minded and author of Numbers Scare Me and Other Excuses. Together, they unpack the real differences between a CFO, CFP, CPA, bookkeeper, and controller, why there is no single “right” financial strategy, and how human understanding—not perfection—creates sustainable businesses. This conversation is about clarity over complexity, confidence over fear, and building a financial team that actually supports the life you want to live. Why “numbers scare me” is rarely about math—and more often about shame, overwhelm, or lack of context How CFO thinking differs from tax prep and financial planning, and why you need all three roles working together What most business owners misunderstand about income, profit, and cash flow (and why $120k revenue ≠ $120k lifestyle) How human behavior and money psychology impact financial decisions, not just spreadsheets Why conflicting advice from financial professionals isn't a problem—it's a feature When AI and automation help—and where human judgment is still essential How asking better questions (not having perfect knowledge) unlocks better financial outcomes Connect with Josh here: Book: https://www.amazon.com/Numbers-Scare-Me-Other-Excuses/dp/0578829762 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshgreenbaum/ Website: https://www.cfominded.com/ Connect with Hannah here: X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/ Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/ Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/

If you felt like 2025 had “way too many headlines” for markets to be up… you're not imagining it. Between rate cuts, policy whiplash, and nonstop AI hot takes, it would've been easy to assume this was the year something finally cracked. And yet—stocks held up, bonds showed up, and a lot of long-term investors were rewarded for staying steady. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® and Brad Haines, CFA, FRM, Chief Investment Officer of Juncture Wealth Strategies break down what actually drove returns, why AI still looks like a boom (not necessarily a bubble—yet), and what conditions could flip that script in 2026. Learn more: How interest rates could change the AI story in 2026 What the recent wave of layoffs actually reflects Why earnings and cash flow matter more than headlines What “Trump Accounts” are and who's eligible How time in the market and compounding returns do the heavy lifting in growing wealth What details are still unresolved Connect with Brad here: Website: https://www.juncturewealth.com Email: bhaines@juncturewealth.com Connect with Hannah here: X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/ Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/ Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/

Visibility doesn't require louder marketing, better slides, or a perfectly memorized script. What actually moves people—on stage, on camera, or in a room—is embodiment. And most entrepreneurs were never taught how to access that, especially when nerves, pressure, or people-pleasing kick in. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, sits down with international keynote speaker and brand strategist Melanie Spring, known for her “approachable badass” energy and her work helping bold visionaries amplify their voices. Together, they explore: The difference between performing and embodying your message Why magnetism is as much about repelling as attracting How your nervous system affects your presence, and what it looks like to speak from integrity instead of approval Practical tools—including a simple essence-clarifying exercise—and Details about Melanie's upcoming Speak With Confidence cohort for leaders ready to be fully seen Connect with Melanie here: Website: https://melaniespring.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/melaniespring Threads: https://www.threads.com/@melaniespring LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/melaniespringspeaker Connect with Hannah here: X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/ Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/ Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/