Little Bit Different

Cory shares his unique approach to running team meetings. He initially resisted having meetings because he associated them with boredom and inefficiency. However, he eventually realized that meetings are essential for productivity, morale, and focus. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 03:04 The Power of Meetings and Recommended Resource 09:34 Gratitude and Google Reviews in Meetings 13:49 Acknowledging Team's Impact through Google Reviews 26:03 Start-Stop-Continue Game for Improvement 29:46 Creating a Positive and Focused Team Environment

#LittleBitDifferent #RewriteYourStory #HeartLeadingLaw Cory shares his experience in Sayulita, Mexico, where he stayed with friends. He talks about the importance of being in the right place at the right time and how Sayulita was a magical chapter for him. He highlights the unique lifestyle of being a digital nomad with a family and the balance it offers. He also discusses the vibrant expat and entrepreneurial community in Sayulita and the various activities and opportunities available. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 01:57 Being in the Right Place at the Right Time 08:46 Living at the Beach: A Different Version of the Digital Nomad Lifestyle 24:29 Creating New Experiences and Following Impulses #LivingDifferently #AuthenticChoices #CorySterling #LawyerCoaching #RemoteLawyer #RewriteYourStory #MindsetShifts #ImpactOverIncome #StayDifferentPodcast #YogaLawyer #LiveDifferently #ConsciousCounsel

Cory discusses the importance of automation, processes, and systems in building a successful business. He emphasizes that these elements are key to achieving freedom and financial abundance. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 00:30 The Importance of Automation, Processes, and Systems 03:26 The Missing Piece for Small Business Entrepreneurs 06:43 The Impact of Automation and Processes on Conscious Counsel 08:03 The Power of Delegating and Building a Team 09:00 Automation and Leveraging Technology 09:30 Example of Automation in a Yoga Class 10:26 Automation in Conscious Counsel's Document Drafting Process 12:50 The Importance of Systems and Processes 13:44 Creating Systems and Processes for Every Aspect of Your Business 15:33 Automation and Efficiency for Solopreneurs 18:22 Reverse Engineering and Designing Your Business 20:47 Designing Your Business to Serve You 23:40 The Importance of the Lottery Test 25:23 Scaling Your Business with Automation and Processes

Cory explores the concept of living impulsively and how it can lead to a more fulfilling and joyful life. He emphasizes the importance of being present, noticing what is working and what is not, and following the impulses that come to us. Cory also discusses that our destiny is not fixed and that everything is always working out for us. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 03:00 Living Impulsively vs. Avoiding Responsibility 04:22 Influences and Inspiration: Taoism and Going with the Flow 07:16 Noticing What Works and What Doesn't 09:19 Your Destiny is Not Fixed 10:20 Being a Detective: Noticing Signs and Impulses 13:40 Letting Go of Societal Expectations 23:43 Living Impulsively in Daily Life 28:29 Embracing the Flow of Life

Cory discusses the importance of creating a change in your life and pursuing goals. He shares his journey of achieving 10% body fat and emphasizes the concept of formula living. He also highlights the importance of having something at stake, being accountable, working with coaches, and accepting that everyone's formula will differ. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 07:43 Creating Your Own Formula for Success 12:48 Setting Goals and Using DEXA Scans for Measurement 23:35 The Not Formula and the Process of Achieving Goals

Cory discusses self-image psychology and how it can help individuals become the person they want to be. He also shares personal examples of limiting beliefs and how they have affected various aspects of their life. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Self-Image Psychology and Self-Image Psychology List 07:09 Expanding Self-Image and Changing Behavior 08:06 Examples of Subconscious Self-Image Limiting Beliefs 09:04 The Power of Self-Image Psychology Lists 13:26 Becoming the Person You Want to Be 25:49 Using Self-Image Psychology as a Framework for Decision-Making 26:15 The Journey of Becoming

Cory shares his experiences building an online team and emphasizes the importance of being a skilled manager and investing in people. He highlights the significance of defining the company's mission and values and setting realistic expectations for remote work. He also advises watching out for red flags such as blame, finger-pointing, complaining, and lack of integrity. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Takeaways -Being a manager is a skill that can be learned and developed. Hire for potential and attitude rather than solely focusing on qualifications. -Look for talented individuals all over the world through platforms like Upwork and Fiverr. -Define the mission and values of the company and communicate them clearly to potential team members. -Set realistic expectations for remote work and communicate them during the hiring process. -Watch out for red flags such as blame, finger-pointing, complaining, and being out of integrity.

Cory shares the important life lessons he learned during his time in Ghana. He emphasizes the power of silence and being in nature, the importance of having a routine, and the significance of being present in the moment. He also discusses the idea of falling in love with your present self and embracing your current life, rather than constantly looking to the future. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/ Chapters 00:00The Power of Silence and Nature 12:12The Importance of Routine 23:40Falling in Love with Your Present Self 29:38Embracing the 'Castaway Phase'

Cory shares his experiences traveling alone in Africa, specifically in Mozambique, Zambia, and Ghana. He discusses the importance of exploring new places and the excitement of being the latest version of oneself in a new environment. Takeaways: 00:00 Introduction and Setting 02:14 The Trip and Traveling Alone 06:03 Mozambique: Language and Cultural Experiences 08:48 Zambia: Victoria Falls and Local Interactions 38:08 Reflection and Takeaways Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consciouscounsel/

Cory shares tips on building a business with hear and stresses the need to chase your dream and ignore doubts. He suggests starting with your end goal and planning backward to reach it. He also points out how important it is to be someone you'd want to team up with and to offer a unique solution to a problem. He speaks about the power of targeting a niche market and encourages entrepreneurs to believe in themselves and their vision. Cory concludes by reminding us that the world is smaller than we think, with people eager for what only you can provide. Takeaways: Follow your dream and don't listen to others' opinions. Reverse engineer your business by starting with the end in mind. Be the type of person you want to work with. Solve a problem or provide a unique solution. Read books on entrepreneurship and build a story brand around your business. Embrace the power of niche. Believe in yourself and your vision. Remember that the world is smaller than you think and people are waiting for your unique offerings. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Books mentioned in the show: Building a Storybrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen: https://www.amazon.com.mx/Building-Storybrand-Clarify-Message-Customers/dp/0718033329 Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business: https://www.amazon.com/Traction-Get-Grip-Your-Business/dp/1936661837 Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:02 Building a Heart-Leading Business 03:00 Qualifications and Experience 06:18 You Have Permission 07:43 Your Dream Business 10:39 Reverse Engineering 15:20 Be the Type of Person You Want to Work With 20:05 Read Books on Entrepreneurship 22:00 Building a Story Brand 24:54 The Power of Niche 27:36 Believe in Yourself 30:04 The World is Smaller Than You Think 33:29 Conclusion

Cory discusses solo travel and making local connections. He advocates for the personal growth and immersion solo travel offers, urging travelers to pursue their passions abroad. It's all about the little things like smiling, learning local phrases, and offering something in interactions to bond with locals. Takeaways Traveling alone allows for a more open and immersive experience. Understanding what lights you up and focusing on activities that align with your interests enhances your travel experience. Smiling, learning the local language, and sharing something with others are effective ways to connect with local people. Letting connections unfold naturally and being open to reciprocal interest can lead to meaningful interactions and friendships. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: @Littlebitdifferentpodcast TikTok: @lbdpodcast Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:59 The Joy of Traveling Alone 04:31 Benefits of Traveling Alone 06:56 Understanding What Lights You Up 09:19 Connecting with Local People 16:23 Learning the Local Language 21:15 Letting Connections Unfold 26:56 Finding Reciprocal Interest 29:18 Summary and Closing

Cory Sterling shares his journey of practicing meditation for 1000 days. He explains what meditation means to him, how it has become a daily habit, and the different techniques and tools he uses. He also discusses his challenges in building a consistent meditation practice and the importance of tracking and consistency. Takeaways Meditation is a personal practice that can be tailored to individual preferences and needs. Counting breaths and visualizing the breath can help focus the mind during meditation. Having personal mantras can enhance the meditation experience and bring about positive emotions. Consistency and meditation first thing in the morning is key to building a daily meditation habit. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: @Littlebitdifferentpodcast TikTok: @lbdpodcast Chapters 00:00 Introduction: 1000 Days of Meditation 01:00 What Meditation Means to Me 04:03 Different Perspectives on Meditation 05:27 Unique Meditation Practices 06:25 The Power of Morning Meditation 07:49 Meditation as a Foundation 08:18 Influential Teachers and Books 08:47 Early Experiences with Meditation 09:45 Vipassana Retreat in Sri Lanka 10:39 Building a Meditation Practice 13:05 Tools and Techniques for Meditation 14:03 The Importance of Counting 14:32 Visualizing the Breath 19:41 Dealing with Thoughts During Meditation 20:38 The Goal of Meditation 21:08 Observing Thoughts and Returning to the Breath 22:05 Specifics of the Meditation Practice 25:40 The Road to 1000 Days of Meditation 26:35 The Importance of Tracking and Consistency 28:03 Doing Meditation First Thing in the Morning 29:01 The Journey to 1000 Days 30:57 The Meaning of a Thousand Days 31:56 The Gift of a Daily Meditation Practice 32:25 Conclusion: Meditation as a Helpful Tool

Cory emphasizes the importance of mindset and how our beliefs about money shape our financial reality. He also discusses the influence of travel and how it shaped his perception of money. Takeaways: -Financial abundance and freedom are achieved through a mindset shift and rewriting our money story. -Reading and studying resources on personal finance and abundance can be transformative. -Continual reinforcement of positive money beliefs is necessary for long-term success. -Money is a tool for making a positive impact and achieving freedom. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: @Littlebitdifferentpodcast TikTok: @lbdpodcast Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 05:45 The Importance of Mindset 09:02 Qualifications and Career 11:17 The Influence of Travel 14:08 Early Money Beliefs 16:29 Relationships and Money 19:22 The Power of Reading and Studying 22:13 The Turning Point 23:12 Building a New Money Story 24:33 Continual Work and Reinforcement 27:59 The Game of Financial Abundance 29:26 The Importance of Resources 30:22 Daily Habits and Practices 31:11 Money and Happiness 32:08 The Value of Freedom

In this episode, Cory explains the concept of living a heart-leading life—a life that is driven by making decisions based on how one feels rather than what one thinks. He also shares his personal story of discovering the concept and how it has shaped his experiences and decisions. Connect with Cory: Conscious Counsel: consciouscounsel.ca Email: Holler@LittleBitDifferentPodcast.com Instagram: @Littlebitdifferentpodcast TikTok: @lbdpodcast Takeaways -Living a heart-leading life means making decisions based on how you feel rather than what you think. -Following your intuition and living in alignment with your true desires can lead to a more fulfilling life. -Living a heart-leading life may require making unconventional decisions and going against societal expectations. -Trusting your feelings and making decisions in the present moment can lead to unexpected opportunities and growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Heart-Leading Life 01:26 What is a Heart-Leading Life? 04:01 Story of the Eureka Moment 08:24 Impact of Living a Heart-Leading Life 13:09 The Influence of Ray 16:31 Discovering Caraíva 18:20 The Decision to Stay in Caraíva 23:25 Building a Business in Caraíva 26:19 Continuing to Live a Heart-Leading Life 29:46 Future Plans and Conclusion

Welcome to the very first episode of the Little Bit Different Podcast! Host Cory Sterling shares personal stories and insights on living true to yourself and trusting your intuition to make decisions that resonate with who you are. Cory discusses times when he followed his heart to make unpopular choices, breaking free from traditional career paths, traveling alone, and living within new cultures. He also talks about learning new languages, living a lifestyle of spontaneous travel, approaches to fitness that work for you, and much more. So come along on this journey and discover what makes each of us a "Little Bit Different."