What would change if you decided to choose yourself—no matter how impossible it seems on the outside? In this deeply honest and uplifting episode, I sit down with the radiant Maddie Kelley—founder, strategist, storyteller, and host of the globally ranked podcast Mimir—to explore what true courage looks like when you choose to let go, trust your alignment, and lead with unapologetic love.

Together, we journey through Maddie’s bold story of leaving behind a dream company she co-founded—a move that defied logic but honored her soul. We discuss the wisdom that comes from accepting your internal voice of wisdom, the liberation and growth that emerges on the other side of fear, and the pure joy of creating a life and career rooted in true alignment with what matters most.

If you’re craving the freedom to choose you, to rewrite your own rules, and to show up in your life and business with fierce authenticity—this conversation will light the way.

What You’ll Hear:

• Maddie’s real-life story of walking away from a company that looked perfect on paper but was out of sync with her values and heart
• The deep fears, ego patterns, and “what ifs” she had to confront to finally let go to lead
• How faith, self-reflection, and fun anchor her self-leadership and decision-making
• The magic of finding work environments and partnerships where you feel seen, heard, and truly valued
• Why doing a “life audit” and letting go of what drains you creates space for purpose, joy, and expansion
• The transformative power of journaling, curiosity, self-honesty, and making decisions from above the line

Featured Guest: Maddie Kelley

Maddie is a founder, strategist, and storyteller with a passion for building and scaling businesses. By day, she’s a Marketing Campaign Manager at Loop, helping a fast-growing startup navigate go-to-market strategy and B2B growth. She’s also the host of Mimir, a top 5% globally ranked podcast where she interviews founders, investors, and experts to inspire and provide actionable strategies to aspiring entrepreneurs.

But Maddie isn’t all business—when she’s not building companies or interviewing the next great startups, you’ll probably find her reading fantasy novels, nerding out over anime and Disney, or hanging out with her cats. She’s obsessed with entrepreneurialism, AI, and figuring out how to make work (and life) more fulfilling.

Follow Maddie Kelley:

Website: https://www.mimir.ink/

Instagram: @himaddiekelley

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison--kelley/

Free Gift: “Start Smarter: The Early-Stage Founder’s Toolkit” https://www.mimir.ink/early-founder-toolkit

Meet the Host: Carolyn Cooper

Carolyn Cooper is the visionary guide behind the AIM High System and Love Inspired Leadership Podcast. With four decades of expertise, she empowers leaders and visionaries to boldly unleash their authentic power. Her work ignites transformation, guiding others to let love lead, honour their truth, and create legacies with energy, purpose, and unapologetic courage. Choose love. Embrace the power of possibility.

Connect with the Host:

Website: https://www.theinspiredconnection.ca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredconnectioninc/

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