None of Your Business

Hear ye, hear ye! My money mistakes are here for you to feast on! Sharing my best money mistakes in my last 15 years in business, and the stories and lessons that came with it. Guaranteed you'll learn a thing or two, and if you have something to share, shoot me a message, I'd appreciate it! :) Follow me on Instagram for positive money adventures, led by life design: @karlastefan. 

As I navigate through the decision of being a mom, I realized that a lot of women may have the same questions, fears, feelings, and musings! So I decided to invite my supermom bossbabe friend, Lauren Gordon to talk about this topic. She had 3 kids back-to-back, ran her business fulltime, and moved to a foreign country while at it! She successfully runs a multi six figure coaching business and generously shares her a-ha moments with us. Listen intently so you can learn about qualities to look for in a life partner, her top 3 tactical things about balancing motherhood and business, the ONE WORD to kill in your vocabulary, how to repair the situation when you loose your sh*t, and how being a mom helped her in business.Follow Lauren’s wonderful mompreneur adventures on Instagram (@laurengordonofficial) and make sure you check out her amazing journaling prompts called “The Self Love Guide”.

As the year is starting, let’s talk about what I would do if I was truly starting over. I talk about some mistakes that I’ve made in the past, some time wasters, some opportunities I missed out on, and some things I could have done better. No regrets here, just all lessons. Hope you like it! Over fifteen years in business, over thirty countries visited, over a dozen heartaches, over  here’s something to show for it.

In this very interesting episode about the death of betrayal, Clay Moffat mindset coach to several 7 / 8 figure Founders, dissects trust, and how we can easily trust anyone and everyone. Given its radical claim, we were able to walk through the topic while discussing people's motivations, stabilizing outcomes by understanding mutual interests, mindset shifts for not taking things personally, and the right ways to empower your team (as a business owner) with the principles of the honor system. Follow Clay here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=525698764

Happy New Year! Coming back from my honeymoon, 90 day travel and work break....I'm recording this episode from my hometown, in Davao city Philippines as I sit with Val and Cathy Domingo, some of my favorite role models in finance, parenting, and life in general.We sit down and talk about updates from my wedding, entering this new chapter of my life (marriage!), awkward conversations with our family lawyer, and planning the wedding of my dreams in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.Note: This is a cross-posted episode from their podcast, Sunday's Best with Val and Cathy. Link here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2mrUcL7PG3M5uc51lea4fR?si=6441b1834a954a62

The title says it all. This a story of triumph and motivation. If you needed an extra kick of inspiration today, listen to Aaron's story! The 135 Mile Badwater Ultramarathon is dubbed as the hottest and most difficult ultramarathon in the world. Follow Aaron on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aclayhaleCheck out his fun chocolate pudding business: https://eodfudge.com/

Let's face it -- the main reason why most people are not entrepreneurs is because the level of pressure, optimism, and hard work are different. The demands and expectations are different. For those who see the rewards to be "worth it", they choose this path and do what it takes. So where does that leave us, entrepreneurs? Usually, in a cocktail of stress and exhaustion, especially if you're starting out. (Unless you outsource and get the right support.... *wink wink*)Listen in as Kelsey and I discuss the basics of stress management for Founders, mental strength, nervous system regulation, and the best habits for a stress-free life. Kelsey helps 6 and 7 figure entrepreneurs streamline their operations and provide ease and support for their life decisions. Something like a business and life coach in one! Check her out: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseymarch/

Do you find yourself "wasting your weekends away" by binge watching Netflix series all the time, drinking, or other things that feel "wasteful"? Don't get me wrong-- I am not against a little bit of fun, and from time to time I would have a show I want to watch. But these are rare occurences, and I found some fun, super beneficial non work activities for the weekend that help push me forward in life. I'm so excited to share them with you! :) Listen in, and share your thoughts with me on Instagram: @karlastefan.

Have you ever wondered what goes into the minds of top recruiters? Well today's your lucky day because we're gonna hang out with one of the best names in high level recruitment in the Direct Response and Internet Marketing space, Michele Lambert. Whether you're a business owner or someone looking for a high level job, you'll find out exactly what recruiters look for, how they "read" people, and as a bonus, you'll learn a lot of cool life lessons from someone who meets new people everyday. Enjoy! :) Follow Michele on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michele.lambert.14811Join Michele's FB group Streamline to Scale: https://www.facebook.com/groups/405214078207446

This has been a conversation I've always wanted to have! A few weeks ago, I discovered "passport bros", defined in Urban Dictionary as "men* who have chosen to seek out foreign women, typically from other countries, for relationships. They believe that western women have been influenced by cultural and societal pressures to behave in a certain way, and that by seeking out foreign women, they can find a more authentic, fulfilling, and harmonious relationship. This is seen as a way to restore the natural balance between masculine and feminine energy, and to avoid the "wickedness" of western women."*Mostly referring to American menDefinitely very fascinating, and I wanted to talk to one who went through a meaningful reflection process before just colloquially identifiying as one.Steve, a successful Founder and entrepreneur with a thriving location independent business and investments, sat with me to talk about his experience with women, why he prefers dating women abroad, and personal stories of how he saw women around him change as the years went by. One of the highlights of this conversation was how feminism morphed its meaning throughout the years. Maybe it's a branding issue, maybe it's a reflection of culture. And how THIS, contributed to the rise of "passport bros". Listen with an open mind....and an open bag of Doritos. LOLFollow me on Instagram to get updated on the latest None of Your Business episodes: @karlastefan.

One of my best friends, Kate, returns to the None of Your Business Podcast with a tender topic: forgiveness. In this podcast we discuss the nuances of forgiveness as an act, a gift to yourself, a healing modality, and a gentle nudge towards hope. In business and in our personal lives, forgiveness often comes up as a topic for difficult conversations, so we made sure to unpack some things for you to help you deal with that bad business deal, that painful heartache, that family drama. Pour out a warm beverage, maybe get your journal out, and listen to this hearty conversation. Follow Kate's gentle and hearty adventures here: @katebuckjr (Instagram)

As entrepreneurs, our curiosities are always floating around **weird** places. Mine led me to asking one of my friends, "hey, do you want to come on my podcast and discuss that experience you had going to a s3x party?"Thankfully she said YES and we had a very insightful chat! Renee is a mindset coach who helps entrepreneurs achieve personal and business breakthroughs in life. Check out her experience, the unusual invitiation she got, and the surprising lifestyle change she decided to embark on after this experience. If you've always been curious, here's a fun convo to eavesdrop on. Press play! Check out Renee's wholesome adventures and mindset hacks on Instagram: @reneesarahlim

As I go through a major closet cleanup, I wondered what it would be like to discuss power dressing, a polished appearance, confidence, and good energy when meeting people...So I thought of hitting up my friend, Kurshot, to jam with me on this podcast. In this episode, Kurshot and I talked about his initial experience as a bartender and how talking with people from different walks of life paved the way to his entrepreneurial pursuits. We talked about nuances of credibility, trust, beauty, sex appeal, discipline, fashion, taste, and how this all contributes to your personal brand, and how having a strong brand helps a lot in business.Check out Kurshot's amazing guide to lifestyle design and freedom here: https://www.ultimatefreedomlifestyle.com/Follow his adventures: Instagram: @kurshot

Most people would classify me as "extroverted". I don't think I am a full extrovert though. I love my me-time and I love peaceful nights at home, sipping tea and reading a book. IKR, sounds cliche, but it's true! Ask my husband, lol. The thing is, people think this way because they've seen me move around different crowds, different circles of friends, and different business industries. Some are surprised how I can even get into these rooms, or surprised that I spent time with particular celebrities, and business people who were very "unapproachable". Well, I think, throughout the years, I've consciously learned and improved on the skill of networking.Actual networking. Building meaningful professional and personal relationships that stand the test of time. Listen to this episode for some cool tips on how to land your dream job, your dream business circle, your dream man, and your dream friendships...through networking! I don't have all the answers, but I have some milestones and learnings that I want to share with you. :) Hope you like it! Follow me on Insta for my crazy adventures and food videos ----> @karlastefan

One of the world's most trusted names in lead generation for roofing, home remodeling and the construction industry, Mat Smith, sits down with me on a 5AM interview about keeping the energy high, all the good, the bad, and everything in between. In this fun discussion about going from being addicted to different kinds of drugs, alcohol, and painkillers, to turning his life around and devoted to a healthy routine, focus for business growth, and family, he shows us that anything is possible. Side note: He's in Australia but serves US- based businesses, so his work days start at 4AM! Learn how he get his energy up throughout the day and how you can pick up a few tips on supplementation, data-driven health management, and habit formation. Follow Mat's story and NSFW memes on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theonlymatsmith

Ever wonder what it's like to do over $7M in sales, invest in a few properties, and write your own book at 21?Zach Sasser tells it all. Needless to say, I am super impressed by his results, and I thought, we all have something to learn from this "kid". Listen to Zach's stories of going to school as an engineer, learning sales funnels for the first time, being in rooms with multi millionaires, and his special approach to goal setting and hard work. My favorite part of the conversation: in his opinion, what are most kids today doing wrong?***Connect with Zach Sasser on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realzachsasserBuy his book, Young Closer, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHC8XXJH/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_8QBH7WA57FW5W674KY9E_0?fbclid=IwAR2Q2JBu0n2G9sdLnX9wBLmFm1iSYaNgF4xUUFJrxIefO6H1lmlKjBhWjMo(P.S. The book is a great gift to a kid you care about.)

Have you ever wondered what the experience is like for women, when we watch p0rn? And how that weaves into our beliefs surrounding self-image, s3x, relationships, and well, even work? Join Zoe and I as we talk about our first experiences watching adult entertainment, its benefits and misgivings, seeing how it can make or break your business, and how we view the industry as its own "production and creative business". No kinkshaming here! :)Plus, get a sneak peek on what our "dream p0rn production company" would be, as two entrepreneurs deeply entrenched in the content game.Follow Zoe's freediving and meme adventures here: https://www.instagram.com/zoevnguyen/

Sometimes it's funny to me how drinking alcohol is a "norm" and if you're the one who is not doing that, you're the odd one out. I experienced a few moments in my life where I would consider myself an alcoholic...I would not be able to finish a day without a few glasses of wine, or my favorite cocktail. Thankfully these moments only lasted a few months but if I was to go back, I would never do it again. At the time, it made sense, but I also know I was covering up a deeper issue that needed proper attention. In this podcast episode, I sit with Eric Oberembt, Founder of Roofers in Recovery and owner of a seven figure roofing business. He tells me his rock bottom story of when he was deep into drugs, alcohol, and bad decisions, how he turned his life around, dating without drinking, how he decided to devote his life in serving his community through his nonprofit, and the ONE SECRET QUALITY TRAIT to have to avoid pitfalls in life like depression and alcoholism. Tune in for a feel-good treat, and share with someone who matters to you.***Eric Oberembt is the CEO of D&M Roofing and Siding in Omaha, NE. He is the co-founder of the non profit "Roofers in Recovery" sending people in addiction to treatment centers to get the help they need. He is the author of two books about residential and commercial roofing. He is a coach at the "Commercial Roofing Academy'' and Co-founder of the National Vendor Network "Advanced Roofing Technologies". Lastly, the Podcast host of "Be Authentic or GTFO and Keynote Speaker. Eric has spoken at D2DCon, SRC Summit, and as a Mainstage Keynote at Roofcon. Eric is passionate about finding ways to help others make sure they have the opportunity to become the person they were supposed to be.

Join two reality dating show addicts in dissecting what we really think about these shows, the production, the participants, the lives they all live, the marketing, the psychology, the social media, the good, the bad, and the ugly! Bonus: discover how reality TV actually prompted Katya to start started her social media career. Today, she's famous for helping online brands grow their brands through social media and digital products. Catch her adventures on katya.com and @theofficialkatya on all social media channels.

Join me and Emily Buetler as we navigate through life as a working woman, a wife-to-be, a new mom, a friend, someone in their self healing journey. One thing that stood out to me when I approached her is that despite her and I growing up with very different backgrounds, we mostly face the same fears, challenges, and feelings as we go through our day-to-day experiences. Bonus: Emily was featured on the famous Netflix show Below Deck (Mediterranean). Wanna know what that's like? She tells it all! Emily was born and raised in a family of workaholics and became one herself. She has sold over $300 million dollars worth of real estate and became a self-made millionaire in her 20's. At the age of 29 she had an epiphany that no amount of money, success, (or man) was going to make her happy. She's been on a self-healing journey since. She's still a successful Realtor and investor but with a lot less anxiety and depression. She is recently engaged to an amazing partner, Noah, and a new mother to her adorable baby boy, Wylder. She is happy, healthy and thriving...most days. Check out all the amazing things she's doing, and the gorgeous homes she features on her Instagram: @emily.beutler.