The Libby DeLucien Podcast

We’ve all said it.“I’m not ready.”“I’ll start when…”“Someday.”But what if that mindset is the very thing keeping you from living?In this episode, I go 1 Layer Deep with Hussein Hallak, entrepreneur, author of The Dark Art of Life Mastery, and mentor to over 6,000 startup founders, to dismantle the illusion of “someday” and challenge what we think we’re building toward.We talk about:The myth of work-life balance for entrepreneursWhy uncertainty isn’t a problem, it’s the constantHow to shift from survival-mode to intentional actionWhy “being ready” is often just a disguise for fearThe quiet cost of building a life that’s not really yoursThis isn’t surface-level inspiration.It’s a call to stop postponing your joy, your vision, and your freedom.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Hussein! 👋➡️ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/husseinhallak➡️ Website: https://www.husseinhallak.com/

This is the episode I wish I had years ago.Because no one tells you what influence actually costs.Not the highlight reel. Not the headlines.The nights you can’t sleep. The kids you’re still raising. The pressure that builds while you're building.On this Date Morning, Chris and I go there.We talk about the heaviness that doesn’t make it into your content.There is a real tension between building a business and maintaining a family unit.And the invisible weight women carry when we’re expected to lead and nurture at the same time.This isn’t about parenting. This isn’t about content.It’s about what happens when you’re still trying to lead, while the rest of your life is pulling you under.If you’ve ever looked at someone online and thought, “How do they do it all?”, this is the one you need to hear.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

Everyone wants better content.But no one wants to be the face of their business.In this episode, I go 1 Layer Deep with Caitlin Durning, CEO of Meraki Media and social media strategist for luxury brands like Rolls-Royce and Bentley, to talk about what’s actually missing from most business owners’ marketing.We’re not talking trends.We’re talking identity.Because if you’re not willing to show up, your brand won’t either.Caitlin breaks down why most content flops, what the algorithm is really looking for (hint: it’s not just hashtags), and how to market a service as a feeling, especially when you don’t have a physical product.If your brand’s been hiding behind generic posts, this is your wake-up call.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

I didn’t want to show up for this Date Morning.Everything felt off. Nothing was working.But we showed up anyway, and this is the real, raw conversation that came out of it.This episode isn’t polished.It’s what it sounds like when two people are trying to lead a life, a marriage, and a business, and admit that alignment isn’t automatic.We talk about what happens when everything feels heavy, and why the hardest thing isn’t the chaos, it’s choosing to stop pretending you’re fine.If you’ve been moving through your own fog lately, this one will meet you there.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

Writing a book was never about checking off a box for me.It was about pulling truth out of chaos.About organizing pain into purpose.About building something so clear, it would still speak for me long after I’m gone.In this episode, I bring on Michaela (Kayla) Fair, the ghostwriter who helped me do exactly that.Together, we go 1 Layer Deep into what it really takes to write a book that matters. Not one that just sells, but one that changes the way people see themselves.Kayla didn’t just help me write the book; she helped me extract it. She challenged every line that was too polished, too vague, too safe. She pulled stories I forgot I lived. She made me write like someone’s breakthrough depended on it.We talk about:Why your story is worth telling, even if it’s not dramaticThe hidden cost of writing without a clear “why”How to write like someone’s life depends on it (because it might)If the idea of writing a book won’t leave you alone… this episode is your nudge.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Kaylat! 👋➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaela-fair/➡️Email: kayla@storiepress.com

This isn’t about coffee.It’s about why, 500+ mornings in, Chris and I still wake up, sit down, and meet, even when it’s uncomfortable. Even when it’s easier not to.Date Morning has become more than a routine. It’s how we get back in alignment. How we call each other out without blowing everything up. How we lead from the same layer, not just the same house.In this episode, we unpack what’s changed since the last time we talked about it… and what almost broke it.If you’re building a life and business with someone, this isn’t a cute habit. It’s a lifeline.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

Chris Schwab scaled a fully remote cleaning business across multiple countries.He built the systems. Delegated everything. Stepped out of the day-to-day.And still something felt off.In this episode, we go 1 Layer Deep into what actually keeps founders stuck.Because it’s not the lack of systems.It’s the lie we keep telling ourselves that “busyness” means we matter.Chris has coached hundreds of business owners through the moment where the grind stops working and clarity becomes non-negotiable.And this time, we turned the spotlight inward on the hidden costs of over-delegation, chasing complexity, and building from survival instead of truth.If you’ve ever said “I just need one more hire” or “I’ll slow down next quarter”… this is the mirror you’ve been avoiding.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Chris! 👋➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/schwaaab➡️Inova Local: https://inovalocal.com/➡️Think Maids: https://www.thinkmaids.com/

I used the 1 Layer Deep Framework on myself, and it broke everything wide open.This wasn’t a podcast we planned. It was the moment Chris and I stopped and asked:Are we actually aligned… or just busy?We were building momentum. Saying yes to everything. But deep down, we knew:We were moving forward in the wrong direction.This episode is the real-time breakdown of how we got honest about the layer we were skipping, the noise we were calling strategy, and the power of pausing before you execute.If you want to understand how the 1 Layer Deep method actually works — this is it.Not the highlight reel. The interruption.The moment we stopped performing and started leading again.Let’s get 1 Layer Deep.No BS. Just the right action to get to the result.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

Let me ask you something:Are you in preseason, game time, or off season?Most entrepreneurs are stuck in the wrong one, and it’s why you feel tired, off, or like you’re always behind. In this solo Firestarter episode, I’m breaking down what season you’re in... and why that answer could change everything.► Why always being in “prep mode” is really just avoidance► Why you can’t implement and learn at the same time► Why chasing “balance” is a myth, and what to aim for instead► How I plan my year around intentional seasons, not endless hustleThis episode is short, unfiltered, and exactly what you need if you feel like you’re pushing but not progressing.Press play. Then check your calendar, and get real about where you are.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

You’re not underpricing. You’re underbelieving.Let me be real with you:If you’re undercharging, it’s not about the price; it’s about your belief.In this episode, I sat down with Bill Wilson, pricing genius, SaaS builder, and the guy who’s helped 400+ founders stop playing small, and we went all the way 1 Layer Deep on:💥 The Good–Better–Best pricing model that changed the way I sell💥 Why “affordable” is often just code for “I don’t believe in this yet”💥 The mindset shift that helped me stop apologizing for my offers💥 And the reason most women entrepreneurs shrink when it’s time to quote — and how to never do that againThis isn’t about tactics. This is about owning your power.If you’ve ever felt nervous about your price, this one is for you.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Bill!👋➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wdrwilson➡️Pace Pricing: https://www.pacepricing.com/

They said “date night” was impossible.So we made date morning our ritual. 500+ mornings later… our life and business will never be the same.In this raw, hilarious, and totally unfiltered episode, Chris and I go 1 Layer Deep on how our daily morning dates became the glue that keeps our relationship thriving—and our business scaling.☕️ Real talk on:Why traditional “quality time” doesn’t work for entrepreneursHow micro-connections create macro-impact in marriageThe real reason your business might feel off: misalignment at homeHow 10 intentional minutes a day saved them from burnout and resentmentLetting go of the myth that “it’s not the right time to connect”This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. And that’s what’s missing from most power couples trying to build something real.Tune in. Then take your partner on a morning date tomorrow. Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

What’s keeping so many women stuck in burnout? Control. Overcommitting. Guilt.In this episode, I sit down with Angela Chanowsky—serial entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Unique Genius—for a raw, layered convo about how women overcomplicate business and motherhood… and how to finally let go without losing your edge.We go deep on:🔥 Why women resist delegation (and what it costs them)🔥 The myth of the "Superwoman" and how it’s ruining your energy🔥 Scaling through your zone of genius — not martyrdom🔥 The mindset shifts required to 10x your business (and yourself)🔥 Real talk on parenting, leadership, and being done with doing it allIf you’ve ever said “I just need to do it myself”... this episode is a wake-up call.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Angela!👋➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelachanowsky➡️Facebook: https://facebook.com/angelachanowsky➡️Unique Genius: https://www.instagram.com/uniquegeniusx/

What happens when you share your transformation with pride… and get body-shamed for it?This episode hits harder than usual. Chris and I go 1 layer deeper into the story behind a post that sparked backlash — and how it ignited a fire in me to rise higher, louder, and hotter than ever.We’re talking:🔥 Turning shame into fuel🔥 What to do when your growth threatens others🔥 Navigating relationships when only one partner is scaling🔥 Creating a super sexy power couple dynamic🔥 How to double your standards (instead of shrinking to fit the room)Warning: This isn’t a conversation for people who want to stay comfortable.👉 If you’re ready to stop playing small, press play.And if you’re in a relationship where one of you is going 10x and the other is stuck… you need this episode.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

In this episode, I sit down with Caden Hutchens, CEO of O2V and host of ISSA’s Hard Refresh podcast, to talk about what it really takes to grow into leadership—especially when you didn’t start at the top.Caden’s story is one of deep ownership, vision, and long-term investment. We talk about what it means to be an intrapreneur inside someone else’s business, how to step into authority with humility, and why trusting people before they “earn” it can be the biggest unlock in leadership.From AI Fridays and internal growth plans to building a team that wants to get better every day—this one is packed with insight for leaders at every level.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Caden!👋➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cadenhutchens14➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caden-hutchens/➡️ Otuvy: https://www.facebook.com/otuvyincorporated

This episode is probably one of our most honest Date Mornings yet.Chris and I talk about burnout, deep reflection, and the uncomfortable truth that you can’t be coached if you won’t own your mistakes. From calling each other out (with permission) to rewriting personal stories we were too ashamed to share—we get real about what it actually takes to grow.We also talk about the power of public accountability, removing ego from leadership, and the lie that everything wrong is always “someone else’s fault.”If you’ve ever wondered why you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or judged… this one’s for you.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

In this episode, I sit down with Naylor Taliaferro—better known as the Lawn Care Rookie—to talk about what happens when you stop trying to 2X your life… and start building a 10X one.From burnout in retail to hosting the LCR Summit and running multiple businesses, Naylor shares what it really took to create momentum. We dive into coaching, letting go of identity, and why the “fast pass” isn’t cheating—it’s choosing to go deeper, faster.This one’s packed with truth, clarity, and some fire around choosing intentional speed.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucienFollow Naylor!💥➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naylor.taliaferro➡️ LCR Media: https://www.facebook.com/LCRMedia➡️ Clean Cut Lawn Care Services: https://www.facebook.com/cleancutVA

This episode is straight from a recent live workshop where I walk through exactly how to fix broken recruiting systems—and stop wasting time on interviews that go nowhere.I’m sharing the real numbers: time, money, and energy most business owners lose when using outdated hiring methods. Then I walk you through the Stacked Interview strategy we’ve used at WootRecruit to change the game. And it works across home service, cleaning, and beyond.I also introduce the concept of the Employee Avatar—your secret weapon for better hiring, stronger culture, and way fewer bad fits.If you’re tired of starting over every Monday, this episode is your new blueprint.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

This special Libby Live presentation—“The CT Fingerprint”—is about changing the way we hire, forever.I’m sharing the official launch of the CT Fingerprint: a first-of-its-kind framework to identify what actually makes a great residential cleaning technician. This is based on real data, real interviews, and the real traits we’ve been missing.But this presentation goes deeper.I open up about my roots (yes, elephants and all), how doubt still sneaks in—even now—and why I’m finally saying out loud a dream I’ve kept quiet for years: to become a New York Times Bestseller.If you’re ready to build a better team and chase your boldest goals… this one’s for you.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

We hit 200 hours of intense work in two weeks—and totally forgot how to stop.In this episode, Chris and I talk about the sprint we just pushed through, the burnout we didn’t expect, and how we’re learning (the hard way) to build in real rest. We go deep on managing energy over time, embracing the idea of a “minimum viable product” even outside of software, and how our self-sabotaging patterns sneak in the right when we’re at our best.If you’ve ever wondered why you keep running even when you’re exhausted… this one’s for you.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien

This one isn’t polished. It’s personal.I’m coming to you solo after one of the toughest weeks I’ve had in business in a while. A long-time employee turned competitor. Clients lost. Lies exposed. And a hard truth I had to face: I saw the signs, and I didn’t act.If you’ve ever been burned by someone you trusted… if you’ve ever felt that gut-punch betrayal after giving someone opportunity, support, and second chances—this episode is for you.I’m sharing the whole story—not for drama, but because I know it’ll happen to you too. And I want you to be ready.This one’s for the business owners who care deeply, lead openly, and still get blindsided.Let’s go 1 layer deeper. 🎙🎧 Listen now! Let’s go deep. No fluff. No BS. Just the real stuff that moves the needle.🧡Let's connect! 👋➡️ Website: https://libbydelucien.com/➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbydelucien/➡️ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/LibbyDeLucien➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbydelucien/➡️ Twitter: https://twitter.com/libbydelucien