#getmerry

Did you know this is the first time we've actually said the word f#ck on #MerryBiz? Woha :P hehe but with good reason! This was one our all time best/fave interviews we've done to date on #MerryBiz (actually, Carla said it was her actual favourite). Mark Manson does things a little differently when it comes to self-help. He makes you think harder. Question things. And in all honestly, he helps you just live a much simpler, better life, through the art of subtly not giving f#cks about certain things. Don't take it the wrong way. It's not about giving no f#cks. It's about choosing what f#cks to give. We go into all sorts of things during this interview, one of the best moments was when Mark said... "Wanting more positive experience is itself a negative experience, embracing negative experience is itself a positive experience." See! Made you think! And we bet it made you go AHA! Maybe you had to read it 5 times like us which is totally a-ok. It's so true it hurts. If there is one interview you listen to on #Merr

On episode 58 we welcome our amazing friend Cate Richards! The microphone on this episode wasn't good on our end (sorry!) but Cate's is fine, so listen to her and learn! We're so super excited for you to listen! We had the pleasure of meeting her and hanging out in the Philippines earlier this year. We really loved her bio when she sent it us, she wrote: since she moved to the beach she never seems to get enough done because the beach is too tempting and her dogs never want to go back home to work. Uh we know the feeling! Beach = good. But seriously, today's guest is a branding expert and works from the inside out. She's the founder of True Entrepreneur, which is all about clarity, strategy and branding. Welcome to MerryBiz our very good friend Cate Richards. Take a listen! "Your brand is all about being clear and positioning but it's also about connecting." Some questions we ask... What are the top tips for creating your story? What are your thoughts on perfectionism? How can you start to build a brand? Sho

Episode 57 on #MerryBiz is EPIC! Today's guest became the CEO of the UK Superfood Brand Creative Nature at just age 22.  Within an 18 month period, she brought the company from almost bankrupt into profit.  In the last year, she has taken the brand from strength to strength launching into one of the biggest pharmacies in the UK as well introducing a range of healthy bake mixes and snack bars.  We're super excited to share how she did it with you! Welcome to #MerryBiz Julianne Ponan! Take a listen!   "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." Some questions we ask... Take us back when you first took the Creative Nature business. What made you do that and how did you feel?  Were there any challenges along the way?  How has social media played a role in your business?   Have you had any mentors involved in your business journey at all?  How do you keep balance in running a business? Do you have a morning ritual, other than your spirulina shot?  "Get up in the morning and don't hit that snooze butt

In episode 56 on #MerryBiz we chat with the most amazing. passionate life coach and meditation teacher who specialises in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy! That's a mouth full! A magical one! It helps achieve calmness, clarity and confidence by managing and dissolving stressful thoughts and emotions.  Sounds good right?! We're super excited for you to listen! Welcome  to #MerryBiz, Cheryne Blom! "Happiness is not for chicken shits." Some questions we asked... Take us back 10 years, how did it all begin? What isMindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy? What does your own meditation practice look like? Do you have any particular tools or things you do when a stressful moment occurs? "You wouldn't sit through a really bad movie... you would stop and change the channel." Some AHA! Moments in this episode... The importance of becoming aware of your thoughts and how to refrain from them when needed. Why you need to focus on your breath. How to bring in visualization to live your most epic life.  Super cool techniq

"You'll see it when you believe it." - Wayne Dyer This week we jumped into the podcast studio to chat all things self-publishing! As you probably know, we launched pre-orders for our SECOND hard copy cookbook this week. Both books we've gone down the self-publishing road. And it's a pretty cool road. It was a totally unknown road for us 1 year ago when we decided to create our first book. We learnt OH. SO. MUCH and it has been totally amazing being able to actually implement the things we learnt last time round... this time round! Look at some of the deliciousness inside our new book! If you've been thinking about writing a book... then episode 55 is for you! We cover all the lessons (aka blessings in disguises), why creating physical products is good for your business (even if your audience knows you from the online world), the exact steps to create a book and get it to launch stage as well as our launch strategy (yes, it involves an epic giveaway!). Oh! We also get into the mindset and blocks that might pop

We're SO excited about today's guest! We had the pleasure of meeting him and hanging out in Chicago at the Miracle Morning Event. He is a musical messenger. He combines the power of upbeat, feel good music with empowering lyrics. If you follow us on Snapchat then you've probably heard us singing his songs more than once. And get ready because today you are definitely about to feel inspired to embrace the warrior within and feel SUPER grateful! Welcome to #MerryBiz Brotha James!   "Don't let what you can't do affect what you can do." Some questions we asked... How have positive affirmations affected your life? Was there a rock bottom for you? Tell us this story. How do you make sure you actually take action when you learn new things? What would you say to someone who said they aren't creative at all? How do you come up with the lyrics and music you sing? "Perfection is the lowest standard possible." via Tony Robbins Some AHA! Moments in this episode... The importance of taking time to discover your creativi

In episode 53 on #MerryBiz we chat with our good friend from The Whole Daily as well as Blog to Profit.  She's many things.... the Healthy and Wealthy Specialist. Nutritionist, mamma, wife, terrible dancer, business and profit coach and health coach. That IS a lot of things to 'be' and she's That IS a lot of things to 'be' and she's defs our kind of crazy... and that's why we're SO excited to welcome our good friend Alice Nicholls to #MerryBiz!   "Forget safety. Live where you fear to live. Destroy your reputation. Be Notorious." Some questions we ask... How did everything begin for you? What kind of challenges have you experienced during your journey? What books are you reading at the moment? What is your number 1 tip to sort out your money mindset if you're in 'scarcity' mode? "I am rich, I am wealthy, I am abundant. I am open to receiving." Some AHA! Moments in this episode... Your mindset and health is everything. Why you (yourself) are the biggest block... and now you know, so let's break it down! How

On today's episode we have our good friend Jon Bowes on the show! We met at TTT16 and basically he's an epic copywriter. He's good at it. Knows his stuff. When we asked Jon for his bio he said 'Sometimes I sleep naked... not always... but sometimes.' So it's safe to say that this episode is very interesting! But seriously... it is full of golden advice all about copywriting!  You'll love it! We're super excited to welcome Jon Bowes to #MerryBiz! Take a listen!   "I am an authentic, trusting open man." Some questions we ask.... How did you get into copywriting? How did you fall into what you're doing right now? What would be your number 1 tip be to the people who say 'I can't sell'. Where do they start?  How do we formulate a headline? Do you think staying authentic to yourself is more important than the sales copy? Tell us about your Iowaska experience!  "Build your audience first... then ask them what they want." Some AHA! Moments in this episode... The importance of teaching. Why your story is #1.  Why y

Today's guest is the founder of GoodnessMe Box, the monthly health food sampling box that gets people excited about living healthy. The idea was inspired through our guests' own health struggles and created with passion when she discovered the power of healthy, clean living. She's also the creator of the Whole Food Night Markets in Sydney, where over 700 people come together to celebrate health! BY THE WAY! We're speaking at the next one! So come along and let's hang out! We're so excited to hear more and welcome the lovely Peta Shulman to #MerryBiz Take a listen!   Some questions we ask... How did you come up with the idea of GoodnessMe Box?  Tell us about the first month when you started GoodnessMe Box? How did you actually do it?  How did go about finding your first customers? Did you start out with no Instagram, no Facebook?  What has been your biggest challenge throughout your whole business journey? How do you keep your team inspired? How has Instagram changed during your journey? What are you doing to

We had the most AMAZING 2 weeks travelling together with The Dan Norris (if you're wondering why Carla always Dan, The Dan Norris, it's because all of his social profiles are @thedannorris...).  This podcast is filled with a heap of fun stories and learnings. Some of the key stuff we talk about is below... we think you might giggle a fair few times during episode! We also drove a Tesla during our road trip... and we talk about that. Travel advice from Dan: Don't drive in LA Don't have someone in the front sit who points to the wrong road to go down Buy headphones. Bring neck pillow. We tell a REALLY funny story in the beginning that will make the second point of advice make sense.    We attended the Miracle Morning Mastery Event in Chicago... holey moley it was amazing! We wrote a whole post about it HERE! "Morning rituals put you in a good place and set you up for an amazing day." "The whole conference made me realise how much we need to set aside time for personal development." When we were on our road t

We're REALLY excited about today's guest on episode 49! We had the pleasure of hearing him speak and hanging out together at Tropical Think Tank earlier this year. He left the practice of law, sold his house, and moved to Florida to pursue and share his passion for all things Disney. We know right... DISNEY! Clearly we were friends at first sight. We're SO excited to welcome the ever amazing Lou Mongello to #MerryBiz! Oh... and we SING in this episode :D Some questions we ask... When did your Disney passion begin? Tell us the story...  What made you make the decision to drop everything and just do Disney full time? Was it scary? Who is your favorite Disney character? How have live events and taking your business offline helped you grow? What's something totally random that only you would know about Disney World?  What mindset lessons have you learnt throughout your entrepreneurial journey? What is the most amazing thing that's happened along your journey?  "We are living in an amazing time... where ANYTHING

In episode 48 on #MerryBiz we chat with our good friend in the blogosphere.  7 years ago while working within the magazine world she started a blog, Drop Dead Gorgeous Daily. She had no idea what she was doing but learnt many things on the way. Now Drop Dead Gorgeous Daily has 450,000+ readers a month and earns a multiple 6-figure revenue. But her true passion is teaching other bloggers to turn their blogs into profitable businesses. She's the founder of Secret Bloggers Business and she is just a super lovely person. We're so excited to welcome Kate Mckibbin to #MerryBiz! Take a listen! #MERRYBIZ SHOW NOTES  Some questions we ask...  If someone is going to start a blog, with the idea they want to turn it into a business one day. What are the initial MUST-DOs? What do you think about monetising blogs through sponsorship? Can you see a shift? How do you nurture your audience? Can you tell us about your challenges you've been through? What are you favourite online tools? Some moments of AHA! in this episode...

On today's episode we chat with speaker, coach and Co-founder of 180 Nutrition, an online health and wellness company bringing wellness to millions. With a mission is to reach and inspire as many people as possible, in 2009, along with his bestie, he founded 180 Nutrition. Dedicated to turning lives around, 180 Nutrition is a range of natural whole-food products that enable people to eliminate unhealthy food and feel healthier from the inside out. Gotta love THAT! Founded in Australia, they have just launched in the US with Dubai and the UK not far behind! We are SO excited to welcome Guy Lawrence to #MerryBiz! "Healthy guy, healthy mind, healthy body, healthy business." Some questions we ask..... How did 180 nutrition all begin? How do you get a food product on the shop shelves?  What's your approach to health? What about the ice baths!? Did you have a business plan or go with the flow?   "We've made some (dreadful) mistakes but we survive them, we've grown from them, we've moved on and we continue to grow

On today's episode we chat with founder of the Exceptional Life Blueprint and CEO of The Wellness Couch podcast network. In a former life he was a workaholic journalist, radio and television producer. His mission is to change people's lives across the globe whether that is to do with career, relationships, greater wealth or sense of self. We're PUMPED to welcome Marcus Pearce to #MerryBiz! Some questions we ask.... Why is hosting an event good for business in general? How important is social media at live events? Do you have a strategy? How would go collaborating with someone you don't have that relationship with? What creates a good vibe at a live event?   "Live events create real life experiences and nothing beats that."   Some AHA!! Moments in this episode.... No matter what industry you're in you can create a great event. Don't collaborate with someone if you don't have a win for them. Team culture and philosophy is so important when it comes to live events.    "When it comes to collaboration you've g

We're SO excited about today's guest. We met him at TTT this year, got to hang out on boats and have a heck of a lot of fun. Kevin Basham is an entrepreneur who's co-founded a 7 figure recycling business from the ground up. He managed to do this with no money, little experience and making lots of mistakes along the way. Growing up he had little confidence; no idea that all this was possible. His vision is to help the next generation of up and coming entrepreneurs and business leaders, to share his story so others can see anything really is possible. It is our pleasure to welcome our very good friend Kevin Basham to #MerryBiz! Some questions we ask..... How did it all began for you? And how you ended up doing, what you're doing now? How did bullying impact you? What do you think is the biggest lesson you've learned throughout your entire journey? What's it like to find your passion?    "When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you'll be successful." (via Eric Thomas)   Some AHA!! Moments

Welcome to the Find Your Perfect Diet eCourse! Take a listen to MODULE 6! If you're completely confused as to how you ended up here... you can sign up to our FREE eCourse and get started! Check out www.themerrymakersisters.com/free for more! Today is all about celebrating the positive steps you've taken over the past week! We are SO proud of you and so excited to continue your healthy, merry journey with you! To keep you motivated we want to share our FAVOURITE Merrymaker Mantras with you. We live by these every day and they really do help us stay on track and be kind to ourselves. Do you have a favourite mantra? Let us know! MERRYMAKER MANTRAS I choose to eat foods that will nourish my body and make me feel my best. The time is now. I spend time doing things I LOVE. I say yes to: adventure, laughter, dreams and FUN! I follow my purpose. Life is too short to say no to dessert. I make mine MERRY. I choose peace. What I focus on grows... like a flower. This is my life. This is my time. I share my happiness with

Welcome to the Find Your Perfect Diet eCourse! Take a listen to MODULE 5. If you're completely confused as to how you ended up here... you can sign up to our FREE eCourse and get started! Check out www.themerrymakersisters.com/free Woha! 5 days goes FAST and it has been jam packed of ACTION steps. Remember, all it takes is small step after small step, action after action to create an epic, healthy, happy life. You've totally got this. Today it's all about the ONE. HUGE. BIG mistake that everyone first makes. Maybe you've already made it? Maybe we're getting in early so you learn from our mistake! We hope so! Either way, you're about to hear it. IF YOU FAIL TO PLAN. YOU PLAN TO FAIL. You've spent 5 days finding your perfect diet. Now it's time to implement, to try your best and to plan a way forward. No huge, big plans required. We're talking a 1 week plan. Just 1 week at a time. This will make Your Perfect Diet easy, do-able and most importantly fun... oh, and delish! MODULE 5: WEEK BY WEEK Find a day during

Welcome to the Find Your Perfect Diet eCourse! Take a listen to MODULE 4. If you're completely confused as to how you ended up here... you can sign up to our FREE eCourse and get started! Check out www.themerrymakersisters.com/free We ALWAYS get asked "how can I stay on track?!" Today's module is going to answer exactly that. How is your yes/no list coming along? Keep going for today and tomorrow to see if you can make connections! We recommend you keep taking notes for at least a week, that way you'll be able to understand more of the foods that are making you feel top notch and the foods making you feel blah. But that's not what today is about... however... it IS about connection. A different kind of connection. When we first started to implement this tool into our lives it totally flipped EVERYTHING. It not only helped with our lifestyle choices... but it continues to make positive changes to our relationships, mindset and the work we do. We know it's going to help you too. It's like magic... AND it's ridi

Welcome to the Find Your Perfect Diet eCourse! Take a listen to MODULE 3! If you're completely confused as to how you ended up here... you can sign up to our FREE eCourse and get started! Check out www.themerrymakersisters.com/free Today's topic is going to fast track your way to finding your perfect diet. We already know you're ready to feel and look your best. So let's get started! MODULE THREE: IN TUNE = SUPER-HUMAN-AMAZING Have you ever felt tired, bloated, brain foggy, gassy or just blah after eating? We're going to say there's high chance that you've felt one, two or maybe all of those crappy things. Even when you eat a 100% real food diet... you can still feel these things. Yes, definitely causes 'what the actual flip?!' moments. BUT remember, NO STRESS! You can do something about it. You can start to listen to these feelings. Instead of looking at these annoying feelings as well, annoying, start to look at them as messages from your body letting you know that something just ain't right. Yep! Time to g

Welcome to the Find Your Perfect Diet eCourse! Take a listen to MODULE 2! If you're completely confused as to how you ended up here... you can sign up to our FREE eCourse and get started! Check out www.themerrymakersisters.com/free Yesterday we shared the Merrymaker Lifestyle with you. How do you feel today?  Are you ready for more? Ready to take another step? HECK YES! Once you get into the flow of living a healthier lifestyle, it becomes easier, it becomes a habit. In the next couple of days we're going to give you tools to make it even easier. Just you wait! But for now, it's all about your fridge and pantry! Yep. It's time to be ruthless, to clean out the not so nice stuff and re-stock it with amazing, delightful food that is going to make your life so much better! When you have good food in the fridge and pantry... that's what you're going to reach for. When you have not so good stuff, well, the opposite can happen. This module is going to set you up for SUCCESS! MODULE TWO: HOW TO DO AN EPIC FRIDGE-PAN