Struggling with overthinking, procrastination, or that invisible ceiling on your potential? In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, hypnotherapist Andi Hess, C.Ht. breaks down how to align your conscious and subconscious so you stop self-sabotaging and start compounding wins—in business and life.

About our guest: Andi is a Certified Hypnotherapist, Rapid Results Coach, and international speaker, and the founder of Remix Coaching based in the Phoenix metro. She spent 20+ years as a productivity consultant, corporate trainer (including FranklinCovey), and organizational leadership professor before dedicating her career to subconscious transformation for ambitious women. Her signature methods focus on dissolving resistance, clarifying desire, and building identity congruence so big goals feel natural—not forced. VoyagePhoenix - Phoenix+3remixcoach.com+3remixcoach.com+3

What you’ll learn

• Subconscious Alignment 101: Why your identity must match your goals—and how to update it fast. relieveyourmind.com

• The “Rapid Results” playbook: Practical hypnotherapy tools for releasing fear loops, analysis paralysis, and perfectionism. remixcoach.com

• Desire without guilt: How to pursue what you truly want (and why minimizing your wants keeps you stuck).

• Habit re-coding: Micro-protocols to make focused action automatic and sustainable.

• Leadership from the inside out: Using identity work to scale a business, uplevel offers, and attract better partners.

Connect with Andi

Website: remixcoach[.]com

Instagram: @remixcoaching

(Yelp/Directory profiles list her as an award-winning Certified Hypnotherapist & Rapid Results Coach in the Phoenix area.) Instagram+2Yelp+2

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This week on Nicole’s Business Notebook, I’m sitting down with Daniel Knight, Chief Executive Unicorn at Unicorn Universe—a community focused on creating strategic alliances, joint ventures, and “Golden Connections” that accelerate real business growth. Unicorn Universe+1

We also preview UNICON 3: Wealth, Solutions & Access—coming October 10–12, 2025 at the W Scottsdale in Arizona. Expect powerhouse keynotes and panels, Golden Connection Workshops (connections that close deals), UNICONNECT for live/virtual networking, a focus on AI/tech solutions, wellness & performance for high performers, meals included, and a VIP Golden Connection Dinner. Organizers are targeting 300–400+ business leaders—founders, investors, execs, and creators—curated for high-value relationships. unicon3.com+1

Why watch: If you want to convert networking into deal-flow, partnerships, and referral income, this episode maps the mindset and mechanics: how to package your value, identify partner fit, and engineer intros that turn into revenue—not just Rolodex fluff. We also cover Daniel’s Unicorn Universe framework for Wealth, Solutions, and Access, and who should consider joining their community. Unicorn Universe

About Daniel Knight: Daniel leads Unicorn Universe as a master of strategic operations across sales, marketing, ops, and finance (aka “Chief Executive Unicorn”). His team builds curated connections that create exponential opportunities. Unicorn Universe

About UNICON 3 (Scottsdale, Oct 10–12): Theme: Wealth, Solutions & Access—with tech & AI spotlights, Golden Connections, strategic high-level networking, wellness optimization, 4 weeks of free membership access for attendees, and tiered ticket options (GA, Saturday-only, and VIP with an exclusive dinner). Venue: W Scottsdale, 7277 E Camelback Rd. unicon3.com+1

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• Drop your “one-line offer” in the comments for feedback.

• If you’re attending UNICON, comment “I’m in” so we can meet IRL.

• Subscribe for weekly playbooks on referrals, partnerships, and deal-flow.

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Former UFC Fighter → Elite Leadership Coach: Cliff Starks on Calm Power, Tenacity & Values-Driven Success


Cliff Starks joins Nicole’s Business Notebook to show how “speak softly and carry a big stick” becomes a leadership superpower. A former UFC fighter and now a world-class leadership coach, Cliff helps high achievers blow past their wildest dreams—grounded in tenacity, responsibility, and values-based leadership. If you’re chasing big outcomes without losing your soul, this episode is your blueprint.


In this episode you’ll learn:




How to turn pressure into presence when everything’s on the line




The difference between tenacity vs. toxic hustle—and why standards - goals




A 3-part framework for values-based decisions that scale your impact




Rituals to build responsibility, resilience, and composure every day




How to lead softly, execute decisively, and win without yelling




Who this is for: founders, executives, sales leaders, creators, athletes, and anyone ready to lead with quiet confidence and deliver extraordinary results.





About Cliff Starks

Former UFC fighter turned leadership coach, Cliff is known for his grounded presence, soul-led wisdom, and results-driven frameworks that help high performers lead with integrity—and win.


About Nicole’s Business Notebook

A high-impact podcast where founder Nicole Banks interviews elite performers, unpacking the systems, mindsets, and moves that create outsized success.



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What does it take to scale from $12M to $87M in under 18 months and grow across 100+ countries? Today, marketing savant and serial founder Jim Lupkin breaks down the systems behind predictable growth—so you can stop guessing and start scaling.


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In this episode, you’ll learn:



Predictive Social Media: how to engineer content that reliably turns attention into revenue




Funnel Architecture: the exact steps to remove friction, raise AOV/LTV, and accelerate cash flow




From 12M → 87M: the growth levers Jim pulls first (and the ones he ignores)




Global Scaling: operating across 100+ countries without breaking your systems




Referral Engines: why partnerships and affiliates beat cold ads for speed and trust




Metrics That Matter: the handful of KPIs that actually move the needle




Why this matters

If you’re serious about predictable growth, Jim’s frameworks compress the learning curve. This is the episode you’ll rewatch with a notebook.


About Jim Lupkin

Jim is the founder of Predictive Social Media and Six Sigma Funnels, a builder who has helped companies scale in 100+ countries, including taking one from $12M to $87M ARR in 18 months. He’s part strategist, part savant—and fully obsessed with measurable outcomes.


Links & Resources



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What happens when a high-energy sales pro with a heart for relationships sits down with a power connector? In this episode, I’m joined by Dino Klein, host of The Dino Show—a fun, whip-smart salesman who builds trust first and closes deals second. We dig into how to turn conversations into clients, why relationship capital beats ad spend, and the simple daily habits that keep your pipeline full.
In this episode you’ll learn:


How Dino opens doors with value-first outreach


The follow-up rhythm that converts warm hellos into warm leads


What to say in the first 30 seconds to earn credibility


Networking plays that grow a real referral engine


The mindset that makes sales fun (and repeatable)


If you’re building a brand, selling a service, or growing a network, this one’s a playbook. Tap play, take notes, and tell me your favorite takeaway in the comments.
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Guest: Dino Klein — The Dino Show

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Rafael Ramirez splits his time between Phoenix and El Paso, mentoring student-athletes from youth sports through college (in close collaboration with UTEP)—and championing programs that support the senior community. In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Rafael shares wise, heart-led insights on mentorship, teamwork, and building collaboration that lifts every generation.

What you’ll learn:

• Behind-the-scenes perspective on partnering with universities like UTEP

• Why investing in seniors strengthens entire communities

• Practical steps to create win-win, cross-city partnerships (Phoenix ↔ El Paso)

About Rafael: A mentor and community connector known for his wisdom, passion, and collaboration-first mindset, Rafael is dedicated to helping kids thrive in sports and life—and ensuring seniors stay active, engaged, and valued.

If this episode helped you, like, subscribe, and share it with a parent, coach, student-athlete, or senior advocate. Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments!

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Episode 9 — Leadership Makes the Difference | Nicole’s Business Notebook ft. Chris Reeves (Leadership of Legacy)

Great businesses aren’t built on tactics alone—they’re built on leaders. In this episode, Nicole sits down with Chris Reeves, speaker and founder of Leadership of Legacy, to unpack how leadership turns vision into results. From culture and communication to decision-making and accountability, Chris shares pragmatic moves leaders can make today to elevate their teams and leave a lasting impact.
What you’ll learn

• The difference between management, influence, and true leadership
• How to build a legacy-driven culture (even with a lean team)
• Communication frameworks that reduce friction and boost execution
• Decision-making under pressure: principles that keep you out of “firefighting mode”
• Daily/weekly leadership rituals that compound into organizational wins
• How to develop leaders at every level so growth becomes inevitable

About Chris Reeves

Chris is a speaker and leadership strategist behind Leadership of Legacy, helping entrepreneurs and executives create cultures that perform, scale, and sustain.

About Nicole’s Business Notebook

Real-world conversations with elite operators, founders, and experts—so you can fund, scale, and lead with confidence.
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Dive deep into resilience, authenticity, and high-impact connections on this week’s episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook! Nicole sits down with Tab Pierce of Networked Live and Caliber Security, to uncover:

• From $1 M in Debt to Success: Tab’s hard-earned blueprint for financial recovery and business turnaround

• Authentic Networking: Why genuine relationships trump transactional tactics every time

• Leadership with Integrity: Building teams and cultures founded on trust and transparency

• Power of Your Story: How sharing your journey opens doors and creates opportunities

• Mentorship That Matters: Tab’s top tips for giving—and getting—real guidance

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or emerging leader, Tab’s raw stories and actionable insights will inspire you to tackle adversity head-on and build connections that last.

Like if you believe in the power of authenticity!
Comment below: What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from failure?

Connect with Tab Pierce
Networked Live: https://networkedlive.com
Caliber Security: https://calibersecurity.com
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/tabpierce

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