Ditch the Struggle with Alana Ruoso
If you’ve ever felt lost and trapped in your career, frustrated with the life you’re living, stuck in a state of struggle and maybe even–like me–haunted by the fear of unfulfilled potential, then you’re definitely in the right place. Been there, done that, bought the T-shirt and then burned it–a few times over. Hi! I'm Alana. I'm a certified Career & Success Coach and Graphic Designer in Canada. I can’t wait to share stories from my deep dive into personal development work, careers, coaching, energy healing, waking up to toxic societal programming (yes, I’m going there) and the path back to my intuition, the place I desperately needed to be but, of course, resisted.
Episodes
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- Broken digital links, broken dreams...
- I get so many emails from people where their profiles/links/websites do NOT work
- We need to audit our online profiles to make sure everything is working
- Are we self-sabotaging our businesses by making it hard for people to find us?
- How comfortable are you being "seen"?
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Gregory Russell Benedikt, Life & Leadership Coach
- 5 years ago Gregory lit his entire life on fire to ditch the struggle of working in corporate America and to instead follow my dreams
- How being bold will change your life–Greg share's inspiring stories and strategic insights
- Maybe don't take life too seriously?
- Living without regrets <...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Kathryn Severns Avery, Founder & Executive Director of Restoration Ranch Colorado
- When tragedy strikes, you have a choice - move forward or die.
- Kathryn shares her deeply personal story: In December of 2020 her husband Chris was killed by robbery suspects fleeing from police
- Making the conscious choice to not let an event ruin our lives
- Kathry...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- I tried a Platelet-Rich Plasma injection in my knee for a torn meniscus
- Fun signs from the universe that you are on the right path
- Random stories about bad construction, dachshunds, and a SkyZone accident where I was wheeled out in an office chair
- When things are not nearly as bad as you expect
- Don't worry, no gross medical details!
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Rebecca Ogilvie, CEO of The Detour Co
- Why Rebecca left her corporate job in finance
- Travelling the world with her now husband
- Creating a self-care routine that is meaningful to you
- Rebecca Ogilvie is a passionate person who believes we all have the ability to create a life we love. But first, we have to slow down. She founded The Detour Co in 2022 ...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- How I walked 2km (1 mile) a day for 365 days straight
- What that taught me about consistency, commitment and discipline
- How I became much more fulfilled setting a SMALL goal that was actually achievable
- Why I think consistency is the key to any success
- That neighbour that flagged me down on a walk--who was she??
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- My simple but not-as-common way to stay hydrated
- Why I think Marie Kondo needs to sit down
- Sentimental teapots, family differences and perspective after your mom's death
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- The experience of not matter what you do or change, others don't see your progress
- How this can seriously affect your job fulfillment
- That time my coworker made massive changes at work at the boss would NOT acknowledge any of it – she wanted to keep her small
- A funny short story about asking for LinkedIn recommendation
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- An update on all of the things I'm doing to help heal and transform my body
- I'm getting a PRP injection in my knee--I talk about what that's all about
- Getting to the root cause of your pain
- When all the things you try "don't work"
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- The two most common themes I see with coaching clients: Overload and Fragmentation
- That client of mine who worked 6-days a week at his corporate job–REQUIRED, not optional
- How overload leads to burnout and corporations don't care
- Getting clear on how much you will tolerate with your own job/workload
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- That time I took a coaching gig that, in the end, just made my stomach turn
- There may or may not have been a weird hot tub from the 1970s
- When you just "know" you have to leave something as soon as you've started!
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Dr. Jeanne Retief, Founder of FIGGI Beauty
- Her brave journey with anxiety and panic disorder
- What it is like to have your life so affected by these experiences
- Being a Highly Sensitive Person
- Tips for managing anxiety
- How she has built an incredible skin care line called FIGGI Beauty for highly sensitive skin
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- My top 10 tips for graphic designers
- I've worked as a designer and creative for over 20 years and share the best of what I have learned
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- Growing up in 'conflict and combat' and how that affected my nervous system
- The basics of the nervous system and why it is crucial we understand how our minds and bodies are connected
- Hearing my husband's take on how I have changed over the years
- How you can calm your own nervous system and be less reactive
- The incredible impact a more regulated nervous...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Marsha Vanwynsberghe, NLP Trainer, Speaker, Author, Podcaster, Boutique Publisher
- How Marsha realized she was living on the struggle bus - and felt SO stuck
- The major struggles Marsha has been through: health crises, surgeries, teen substance abuse, having no support and more
- Learning to own your choices in life and changing limiting beliefs
- How th...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- (Almost) regretting my entire career as a designer and creative
- Choosing the "wrong" path in your career
- How frickin' hard it is to have a creative career
- The moment when it all made sense to me and I felt ok with my career choices
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Eliza Trendiak, Owner/Founder of Lavoh facecloths
- Making the leaps from booked solid hairstylist to multiple salon-owner, to entrepreneur in a product-based business
- Building your career with no regrets
- Taking action, being dedicated and delegating
- What it really takes to be an entrepreneur
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
• Products I love!
- Barre Definition Graceful Grip Mat
- Ello Tidal Glass Tumbler with Straw
- Caf Lib
- Lake & Oak Ashwaganda and Chill Tea
- Indie Lee Squalane Facial Oil
- Cubii Under Desk Elliptical
- Nota Large Notebooks from Indigo
- Vessi Weekend Chelsea Boot
- Himalayan Salt Lamp
- Santevia MINA Water Pitcher
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An important follow up to my 3-part Toxic Boss Story series. Here I share exactly HOW I took leave from work and ways you can plan your own toxic job exit.
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
💄That time in 2021 I left my job as a Creative & Graphics Manager at a cosmetics company after I got a new toxic boss who:
🚩Was a covert narcissist
🚩Was threatened by me and any woman who was competent
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:
- A conversation with Lisa Jeffs, Founder of Purpose Academy Pro
- Lisa's work as an intuitive life and career coach for business leaders and entrepreneurs
- The courage to take up space and be seen as an authentic high-achiever
- The difference between confidence and self-worth
- How to build a career fueled by passion, success, and purpose
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