The SMARTA Podcast

How do the world’s most successful leaders communicate with confidence and clarity even in chaos?

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, Oliver Aust: bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and CEO communication strategist, shares his insights on what it really takes to become an influential, unignorable leader in today’s world.

With two decades of experience advising C-level executives, political leaders, and startups, Oliver breaks d...

Feel like you’re behind in life? Or unsure how to make your first job count?

Jacob Karnes has coached hundreds of young professionals, and in this episode, he reveals exactly what he wishes he knew when he started out and how you can master your mindset, your brand, and your career.

Jacob is the bestselling author of Master Your First Job and the founder of Waves Business Coaching. He spent 10 years climbing the ladder at Chick-f...

Do you feel overwhelmed by money or unsure where to begin with investing, saving, or building wealth? You’re not alone, and this episode will help you turn confusion into clarity.

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I’m joined by certified money coach, international speaker, and founder of MoneyPal, Luca Caruana, to talk about financial confidence, emotional wealth, and starting small with your finances, even if you’re 17 and...

What if the worst thing that ever happened to you became the reason you succeed?

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with speaker, storytelling coach, and emotional clarity guide Brian Drury to talk about how your biggest pain can shape your greatest platform. From the power of emotional shifts on stage to building a life that feels as good as it looks, Brian shares the exact mindset, habits, and healing practices that...

Ever felt like you were falling behind — in school, in life, or just in general?

In this powerful episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with Jordan Toma, motivational speaker, special education advocate, and author of I’m Just a Kid With an IEP, to talk about what it means to believe in yourself when no one else seems to.

Jordan went from a 1.7 GPA to delivering life-changing talks across the country. His message is clear: yo...

“Being apathetic is a choice.”

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with John R. Miles, founder of the Passion Struck podcast and a former U.S. Navy officer turned intentional living strategist, to explore how to break free from autopilot and design a life that truly matters.

John shares how to reconnect with your purpose, reclaim your identity, and challenge the habits that keep you stuck, starting with one powerful dec...

What if the way you show up: your energy, your focus, your choices, was more powerful than your circumstances?

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with Brian Biro, America’s #1 Breakthrough Speaker and bestselling author of Beyond Success, to talk about how we can stop striving for approval, start showing up with purpose, and lead with energy and presence — even in moments of fear, doubt, or disconnection.

If yo...

Feeling disconnected from your work? Wondering where your motivation went?

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with Joshua M. Evans, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and purpose-driven leadership expert, to talk about how to reignite passion even in the most repetitive, exhausting, or corporate of jobs.

You’ll walk away with tools, mindset shifts, and the surprising truth about enthusiasm that can transform ...

What if you didn’t need a rigid life plan to succeed — just the right questions?In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, neuroscientist, writer, and founder of Ness Labs, to explore how to design a more intentional life using science-backed tools, curiosity, and micro-experiments.Forget hustle culture. Forget 5-year goals. This is the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed.✨ In this conversation...

Authority is Built, Not Given — Here’s How to Start

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I’m joined by global brand strategist and creator Dain Walker to talk about building an authentic brand that actually connects — and why clarity, obsession, and personal responsibility are the real game-changers.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:

– Why “attention is currency” in today’s world

– The #1 mindset shift that unlocked Dain’s succe...

What if the life you’re meant to live starts with being real?

Too many of us are stuck chasing perfection, people-pleasing, or performing our way through life. But what if the key to real resilience is… authenticity?

🎙️ In this empowering conversation, I sit down with Nathan Andres — globally recognized coach, LGBTQ+ advocate, and author of Your REAL Life — to talk about what it truly means to get real, resilient, and aligned wi...

What if the purpose of life is… to change your mind?

In this episode of The SMARTA Podcast, I sit down with Case Kenny — bestselling author of ‘That’s Bold of You’ and host of the top 25 podcast New Mindset, Who Dis? — to talk about self-love, internal dialogue, and the real meaning of settling up vs. settling down.

→ This conversation will challenge you to rethink your relationships, rewrite your labels, and remind you that ...

If you’re ready to lead with more empathy, courage, and clarity — this is your episode. 💡

In this conversation, we talk about:

– Navigating the legal system with compassion

– Why trauma-informed leadership matters

– Self-care as a radical act for survivors

– How to turn pain into purpose

– Entrepreneurship as a tool for advocacy

– And what it means to lead with values — even when it’s hard

💌 This episode is for you if you’re:

– Ready to g...

Credibility is the foundation of leadership. You can’t be a leader without a follower.

In today’s episode, learn the 5 practices to becoming an exemplary leader:

1. Model The Way - do what you say you will do
2. Inspire a Shared Vision - see and share exciting possibilities for the future
3. Challenge the Process - empower others to take initiative and experiment
4. Enable Others to Act - foster collaboration and build up others

5. Encoura...

These are 3 insights that will help you thrive as a student in the fashion industry:

1. Resilience and adaptability are crucial for success in fashion.
2. Networking is essential for building relationships in the industry.
3. Adaptability is key during high-pressure situations in fashion.

The fashion education area is becoming more saturated with programs by the day. As a student searching for valuable should seek hands-on experiences ...

Fun can reduce stress and improve work performance. Making choices based on fun leads to a more fulfilling life.

In today’s episode, learn the difference fun can have in your everyday life, using Joel’s “TA-DA” philosophy.

“The journey is as important as the destination in personal development.”

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- Make The Right Choice: ...

“We live in an age where we want to be connected. Be online. Be engaged. Don’t be invisible. Share knowledge and other people’s work.”

In today’s episode, tune into this discussion on the importance of legacy, the climate crisis, and the empowering messages from leaders in various fields.

Sangeeta shares:

• her journey as an activist
• insights on building a personal brand as an author
• common mistakes to avoid as authors 
• corporate s...

"Act like you belong because you do."

Here are the 8 advices Leilani presents in today's episode, which can help you succeed in both your professional and personal life.

1. Communication is key in both personal and professional relationships.
2. Mentorship can provide guidance and open doors to opportunities.
3. New professionals should focus on accountability and being proactive.
4. Building relationships is crucial, especially i...

In today’s episode, Sonia Marta brings you a conversation from a teenager to a teenager. High school student to freshman in college, the two sit down to get real about the importance of starting young, and the impact you can have on the community.

By listening until the end, you will learn these 3 concepts:

• To follow your dreams you must have perseverance
• The more you give, the more you get
• Take action to just start

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