In this episode of Better Your Business, Cher Goetz sits down with Megan Schnarr to unpack what it really means to step off the “expected” path and create a life that actually feels good. From navigating burnout and people-pleasing to trusting your intuition and redefining success, this episode is a must-listen for women in real estate who are ready for more.

In this episode you will hear:

• [00:50] Megan shares her role as a life design coach and explains how she helps women create a version of success that feels aligned, grounded, and intentional.
• [02:19] A powerful look at how conditioning, expectations, and societal norms keep us stuck on paths we didn’t consciously choose.
• [04:21] Megan opens up about hitting rock bottom, leaving corporate life, and walking away from people-pleasing to build a life on her own terms.
• [06:50] Growth isn’t glamorous. This stage is lonely, uncertain, and uncomfortable, but necessary for transformation.
• [09:13] A powerful metaphor that explains why most people stay in safe, predictable lives and what it really takes to step into the unknown.
• [11:17] Exploring how we’ve lost connection with our intuition and rely too heavily on external validation.
• [13:13] Megan introduces the concept of expanding your “surface area of luck” by changing your environment, circle, and exposure to new ideas.
• [15:20] A practical and relatable breakdown of how intuition feels in the body and why learning to trust it changes everything.
• [19:00] A mindset shift for high achievers who struggle with overcommitment, delegation, and saying no.
• [20:41] From childhood strengths to adult careers, Megan explains how we often build identities around what we’re good at, not what we enjoy.
• [24:50] Even in entrepreneurship, many professionals unintentionally rebuild rigid systems that limit freedom.
• [27:25] Breaking down manifestation and the reticular activating system (RAS) in a way that actually makes sense.
• [33:40] A simple but powerful example of how your expectations shape your experiences, both positively and negatively.
• [41:55] The impact of “speed to lead” culture and constant availability on burnout and emotional regulation.
• [44:09] Megan shares practical home systems, from daily laundry to meal planning that create more calm and clarity.
• [48:05] How repeatable systems free up mental space and eliminate unnecessary stress.
• [50:42] Why clear roles and responsibilities are essential for reducing overwhelm and resentment.
• [56:11] Small, aligned actions can create meaningful change without risking everything.

Connect with Megan:

Instagram: @meganschnarr

Cheryl Goetz has been a Realtor since 2016 and knows firsthand what it feels like to build a business filled with anxiety, confusion, and constant pressure. After raising two kids, navigating a transition from new construction to resale, and adapting through shifting markets, she transformed her career into one that now feels intentional, joyful, and ease-filled. Today, Cheryl helps women in real estate do the same — creating businesses that reflect their authentic selves, attract aligned clients, and grow sustainably. Her mission is simple: to help women drop the industry “shoulds” and build businesses that fuel their lives.

Instagram: @chergoetz_
Website: www.athomecompany.ca
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