Midlife, Bold Life

154: The sneaky difference between busy & results Are you busy? Do you have results? Ask yourself a simple question and you will easily be able to eliminate all the b.s. things that do not matter when you want to get to your goals.We love to have a badge of honor for our busyness. And yet, life is flying by my friend, it's time to make shit happen! LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybicknell/ Want a midlife bold life making-it-happen coaching call? Book here: https://callwithmary.as.me/midlifeboldlife Ready to get great at your sales calls, especially if you suck at them!Salescallsmadeeasy.com

  153: Be her now: Moving into the futureI recorded this for you empty nester, middle generation, and midlifer because we often need a guidepost for a change, direction, and what's next.Often we get stuck, not knowing the next step.   This will help you.   While the recording is a little windy, the exercises are valuable! Please share with me in a DM, or email me directly.   Here’s to your future.   Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybicknell/ Want a midlife bold life making-it-happen coaching call? Book here: https://callwithmary.as.me/midlifeboldlife Ready to get great at your sales calls, especially if you suck at them!Salescallsmadeeasy.com

Do you have a little bit of an inner battle going on with this shifting into a new identity with midlife?https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/midlife-bold-life/id1578630743 152: Midlife & whispers of old ghosts: it's a new day, rewrite your story. Ready to quiet those ghosts? Fully embrace & embody who are you today? What if you recognized the power of your thoughts? Maybe you do...on some level. Yet, most women fall prey to the retelling of their inner stories and fail to shed them as new identities emerge, or want to appear. Time to rewrite your story: 152: Time to quiet the ghosts of the past & begin rewriting your story in midlife Understand the power of personal narrative in shaping your life. Techniques for reframing past experiences to empower your present. Find 5 real-life examples of women who’ve rewritten their life scripts. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybicknell/ Want a midlife bold life making-it-happen coaching call? Book here: https://callwithmary.as.me/midlifeboldlife Ready to get great at your sales calls, especially if you suck at them!Salescallsmadeeasy.com   Mary Bicknell, Owner and CEO of SeeTheSigns an International Success Coaching and consulting company, focuses on mentoring midlife women to become the leaders they need (and want) in life and their careers. Owning their brilliance, not sucking at sales and making lots of money so she can have more free time. She is the creator of several highly successful programs, including The Big, Bold Life & Biz Plan Method™ & Me, Unapologetically™Whether marching in Washington DC for women’s rights, lobbying for the hungry, or helping women succeed in their personal and professional lives, Mary’s mission for the past 25 years, is to find a way to help women see their power and strength and stop living someone else’s agenda.  She combines her years as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist with her experience as a business strategist and consultant to help women worldwide have everything they want…. guilt-free.  Mary works closely with clients to find effective ways to embolden them to get their B.S. (blindspot)  breakthroughs done “already” so they can get on with having everything they dream about.

Empty Nester: Who are you now?  Empty nest doesn’t mean you are washed up. Wondering what to do next? Your purpose? Your next big thing?   Your new identity?  1: Identify 2 common blindspots that surface in midlife and how they manifest.  2: practical steps to confront and overcome these fears. 3: the connection between fear and procrastination—and how to break the cycle. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybicknell/ Want a midlife bold life making-it-happen coaching call? Book here: https://callwithmary.as.me/midlifeboldlife Ready to get great at your sales calls, especially if you suck at them!Salescallsmadeeasy.com Mary Bicknell, Owner and CEO of SeeTheSigns an International Success Coaching and consulting company, focuses on mentoring midlife women to become the leaders they need (and want) in life and their careers. Owning their brilliance, not sucking at sales and making lots of money so she can have more free time. She is the creator of several highly successful programs, including The Big, Bold Life & Biz Plan Method™ & Me, Unapologetically™Whether marching in Washington DC for women’s rights, lobbying for the hungry, or helping women succeed in their personal and professional lives, Mary’s mission for the past 25 years, is to find a way to help women see their power and strength and stop living someone else’s agenda.  She combines her years as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist with her experience as a business strategist and consultant to help women worldwide have everything they want…. guilt-free.  Mary works closely with clients to find effective ways to embolden them to get their B.S. (blindspot)  breakthroughs done “already” so they can get on with having everything they dream about.

Claudia and I discuss investing, women's mindset around money, divorce, and why it's never too late to start! Grab her book: WOMEN, WEALTH, AND WINNING: Essential Strategies Female Business Owners Should Know to Master Your Money, Cultivate Success, and Build a Solid Financial Future https://a.co/d/5gduW9E   Claudia Porter Advisor, Shareholder, CFP® (503) 624-4600 “I love working with my clients to clarify their goals and to see them accomplish what sometimes they thought wasn’t possible!” Claudia Porter, CFP®. Claudia is passionate about working with individuals and couples during a significant life transition, such as retirement, starting or selling a business, changing marital status, or losing a loved one. When working with clients, she discovers their individual needs and deeply understands their unique situations so that they can collaboratively work to design creative and effective plans and solutions. Her clients make themselves readily accessible and provide steadfast support, especially during life transitions. Born and raised in Germany, Claudia earned her M.A. in Teaching English and French from the Georg-August University of Göttingen, followed by a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the Technical University of Braunschweig Carolo-Wilhelmina in Germany. She spent her previous academic career in adult education teaching linguistics and English to international students in both in Germany and the U.S. Prior to joining Financial Reserve in 2016, she worked with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Claudia has four sons. She enjoys outdoor activities, tennis, biking, fishing, and reading. Quote: "It's not what we get. But who we become, what we contribute, that gives meaning to our lives." — Tony Robbins Connect: Contact Claudia at claudia@financialreserve.com or at (503) 906-2426 or visit her website below!

#149: Do the 5 am people make you feel bad?Have you ever listened to the people who are part of the “5 o’clock club”, and they talk about jumping out of bed, feeling chipper, and being ready to go?I was one of them once, and I realized I was making myself feel bad. If you are ready to stop trying to be one of those people, if you are ready to start trusting yourself, if you are ready to BE in charge of your own life & time, listen to this today. In this episode: Is there a good time and could it be beneficial to have a routine? Does having a routine mean you are taking care of yourself or is it a crutch? Why being stringent with your routines may backfire. What is important to tackle, track, or do in the morning, or for any routine for that matter? What if you are disorganized, procrastinate, and just can’t get shit done, isn’t a routine good for you? Do routines have to last forever and when can you be free to trust yourself according to the new seasons in your life? My Sunday night Royal Treatment Routine, my business batching routines and my do-nothing routine.   What do you say? Share in a comment to me, what’s your biggest hang-up with routines? Do you love them or hate them? Let me hear from you over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/Pop over to LinkedIn for some biz how-to’s: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybicknell/Share this episode, give a 5-star and comment on Apple:Ready for a Midlife Bold Life Coaching session? https://callwithmary.as.me/midlifeboldlifeMasterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/s/b9380fca

Is it a midlife crisis or a midlife evolution? Welcome to the new podcast name! Midlife, Bold Life. Midlife, Boldlife isn’t just a podcast—it’s a rallying cry for women ready to break free from the status quo and live life on their terms. Hosted by Mary Bicknell, former therapist turned success coach, this show is your go-to for the inspiration and tools you need to seize your midlife with both hands. We’re talking about ditching the self-doubt, rewriting your story, and stepping into the most powerful, unapologetic version of yourself. Whether navigating big life changes, launching a new business, or simply refusing to let age define you, this podcast is your ticket to making your dreams a reality. No more playing small. No more waiting for the “right time.” Midlife is your time to shine, to disrupt, and to be bold as hell. Because life is too short for regrets—so let’s make every moment unforgettable. Think of this podcast as your girlfriend time! To support you in your evolution! To remove the concept of a midlife crisis! Pop over to Instagram and follow me for sales & biz: https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/ And for this podcast, go here! I'm here for you and looking forward to sharing this journey! Join us every Sunday, for all the topics you want to know about, guest experts, and conversations with normal women as well! Listen in, and share this with your besties.

Lead a Life Uncommon™ Podcast 147: Money is required for the bold life you want. If you need a BREAKTHROUGH...this podcast will walk you through exactly how to have one. This is from The Big, Bold Life & Biz Plan Method...do the work, and make a difference in your own life. There are absolutely ZERO excuses about your money, the money you want and need. How were you conditioned growing up? What messages did the women in your life give you? It's time to look at it all, shake out the cobwebs and do the mental work to have a BIG MONEY BREAKTHROUGH. Have you had those moments where you are gripped by fear? Need more? let's talk: marybicknell.com/callwithmary And...have you left a 5-star yet? Have you shared this episode? Please do! I believe in you more than you will ever know! Be BOLD, Mary

Episode 146: Do you look at your money? Do you still dream big? What will that big dream cost you in dollars? What is keeping you from having what you want? Are you CONNECTED and BEING the woman who has it all? Want to work on your money mindset? Let's chat: marybicknell.com/callwithmary

145: Imposter Syndrome & Fear: Use This FormulaHave you had those moments where you are gripped by fear? You feel like a fraud, you are afraid you'll be found out? Then this podcast is for you. enjoy this former workshop called: The Fear Breakthrough Formula™. This process will help you combat your feelings of fear and rise up, embrace who you are, and go for it! Need more? let's talk: marybicknell.com/callwithmary

144: Do this one exercise to help with Imposter Syndrome. Here are 5 areas many women in mid-life experience moments of imposter syndrome. How are you dragging these old feelings of imposter syndrome around with you as you evolve, expand, and transition into a new chapter in life? What are the possibilities you are not enjoying because of this? Let's talk: mary@marybicknell.com

142 Imposter Syndrome & Your Potential Use the 7 steps to figure out if you are having imposter syndrome. What is wasted potential? Impostor syndrome is not a clue that you don’t know what you are doing, or that you are fake, or that you are a fraud, it’s a longing, a gnawing that you have more in you, that your potential is actually under-tapped. And… probably you underestimate yourself, you have identity issues with self-worth. Join us inside The Uplevel, Next Level Collective: a mastermind and group of women who are successful and badass and want to have peers who get them. Let's talk: Want to find out more about how this Collective of badass, brilliant women may just be exactly what you need? Let’s connect: https://callwithmary.as.me/connect

Episode 141: Biz Bites Monday! FB changed again, now what? Are all your eggs in the wrong basket? How can you sell to the right people? How can you ensure that if all the satellites went down you’d still have a business? Do you have 5 client attraction strategies in place so if one goes away you don’t have to worry about your business? Sign up for the upcoming 3-day mini-course on using AI to help you build out your program, use it as a tool to get your good work out into the world! https://bit.ly/AIMiniCourse Ready to have a conversation about how to make more money, work less and feel less stressed? Let’s talk! https://marybicknell.com/callwithmary Or email me: mary@marybicknell.com

Lead a Life Uncommon™ Podcast 140: Have you lost your passion? Part 3 in our series on Your Purpose, Your Passion & Your Potential! What is your passion? Do you have one? Have you lost it? Where did it go and how do you find it again? What if you had a passion and now you are at a new stage in life and your old thing doesn't line up with where you are today? Well, great news! This podcast episode will help. Please sit down, listen and the prompts, I promise, it will change your life. And...have you left a 5-star yet? Have you shared this episode? Please do! I believe in you more than you will ever know! Be BOLD, Mary reach out, let's talk: mary@marybicknell.com or book a call: marybicknell.com/callwithmary

139: Biz Bites Monday: 6 TIPS: Networking for the Introvert How much do you love going out and networking? Slapping hands and telling everyone what you do? Eating a 35.00 chicken lunch? What...no? Not an extrovert who waits for those networking days? Well, I've got you covered on how to get out of worry, meet people while having fun...and making business connections without sounding dumb or crying in the bathroom. Want help: the Relationship Marketing Method™ & The Art of the Ask: How to have real genuine sales & discovery calls using the BRAVE framework to take the YIKES out of selling™ Email for the BRAVE Framework: mary@marybicknell.com

OMG, well, this single podcast will now be continued. Why? As I was teaching this to you in this workshop type of episode, I realized I don't want you to mindlessly listen, it's critical to take action And this episode goes deeper into you uncovering your purpose. Please sit down, listen and the prompts, I promise, it will change your life. reach out to me: mary@marybicknell.com to sign up for the upcoming LIVE workshop with me on How to Build Your Coaching Program With AI: even if you hate tech Consider watching over on YouTube, subscribe and hit the bell! https://www.youtube.com/@marybicknell And...have you left a 5-star yet? Have you shared this episode? Please do! I believe in you more than you will ever know! Be BOLD, Mary https://www.instagram.com/marybicknellbebold/

136: Are you living your purpose, passion and up to your potential?  Sharing my lookie lou observations of a new group of couples! Plus, in this 2-part podcast, we will dig deep into answering these questions, giving you a path to accomplish it and allowing you to do some self-reflection. As a life & business coach, these issues come up, they can interfere with growth, personal and professional growth Love for you to send me the answers to your questions: mary@marybicknell.com and, have you felt compelled yet to leave a review, comment, and subscribe? What are the other topics you are interested in uncovering? And, don't forget to tune in for Monday's Biz Bites, bite-sized action steps to maximize your profits, scale your biz and love your clients! https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/lead-a-life-uncommon/id1578630743

Hi! This is the most common mistake and it's costing you millions of dollars. Or at the very least, it's having you sign the wrong clients and that's no fun! Do you want a copy of the B.R.A.V.E sales call formula? Just screenshot a review and send me an email, I'll send you that formula with the best questions to ask. Mary@Marybicknell.com

Welcome to a new season! It's spring, time for growth. We will start having a Monday Biz Bite again so you can get busy making money and every Wednesday we will talk about all the things, have the interviews, life, love, relationships....how to Lead a Life Uncommon, the real conversations! Want to see the video? Go over to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@marybicknell Here's my home I'm selling! What?! where did the time go: https://www.forbesglobalproperties.com/listings/unveiling-timeless-luxury-lake-oswegos-historic-estate-revived-for-modern-living

The staggering cost of you not being the real you in your business. What is it costing you to hide who you are when marketing your business? Not showing up as your real self, out of alignment, feeling like a fake, or a fraud. Time to Be BOLD Is burnout really about you hiding the real deal? Less money Wrong clients Hating your biz Out of alignment Censorship Low impact Burnout No direction or plan Squirrel/distractions Poor engagement with team/online Not wanting to make changes How is this impacting your life? Your body? Your mental health? Your personal relationships? What can you do? Get quiet. I often encourage clients to book a non-negotiable appointment with themselves and their business, CEO time. What to do? Listen, ask, trust. What does your business want? So, are you a vegan? Christian? Loud? Introverted? Don’t want to do a cookie-cutter method? Let’s talk: marybicknell.com/callwithmary Mary Bicknell, CEO and founder of SeeTheSigns, LLC, leads a boutique Business and Sales Coaching company for women-led small businesses. Masterfully blending her psychotherapist background with business savvy, Mary turbocharges clients' sales and streamlines systems for bold profits. It's not just a business model—it's a lifestyle crafted by a woman unapologetically committed to conquering the business world and savoring sweet victories. Mary's strategy propels clients to financial prosperity and free time. With a fierce 3-day work week, she fearlessly juggles success and leisure, culminating in a Friday date day with her silver fox hubby.