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May 7, 2025 55 mins

In this episode of the Decidedly podcast, hosts Sanger Smith and Shawn Smith engage in a lively discussion with guest Whitney Uland, a multifaceted entrepreneur, filmmaker, and expert in intentional living.

Whitney shares her insights on harnessing 'celebrity energy' to empower entrepreneurs to build successful personal brands. Through her unique perspective, Whitney explores the psychological barriers holding people back from achieving fame and how to overcome them.

The conversation dives deep into the value of authenticity in personal branding, navigating industry changes, and the importance of picking the right goals. Whitney also discusses her background in acting and filmmaking, and how personal experiences shaped her career path.

Listeners will gain valuable tips on hacking their mindset and nervous system to achieve their big visions for life and business.

KEY TOPICS

  • Debunking the idea of fame, wealth, and achievement being innately greedy.

  • Nervous system hacking to prevent holding yourself back from your full potential.

  • Refining your ability to pivot when things aren’t going according to plan.

  • The trap of meaningless goals, and how to avoid them.


CHAPTERS

  • 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Information

  • 04:56 The Concept of Celebrity Energy

  • 08:54 Overcoming Rejection and Building Confidence

  • 13:00 Navigating the Entertainment Industry

  • 15:07 The Impact of Strikes and Adapting to Change

  • 18:13 Setting and Achieving Goals

  • 25:59 Challenges Faced by Underrepresented Groups

  • 26:12 Impact of Trauma on Personal Growth

  • 26:39 Mindset and Wealth Creation

  • 27:40 The Importance of Self-Worth

  • 28:07 Overcoming Everyday Challenges

  • 29:47 Empowering Clients with Tools for Success

  • 31:57 Setting and Achieving Goals

  • 40:14 Navigating Social Media for Personal Branding

  • 53:53 Final Thoughts and Takeaways


MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Brooke Castillo: https://www.thelifecoachschool.com/ 


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