In this episode, Nicole Christopherson interviews Morgan Zanotti, co-founder and president of Primal Kitchen. They discuss Morgan's entrepreneurial journey, her time at Primal Kitchen, and her approach to balancing work and family life. Morgan shares about her early travels in South America, her experience working in advertising and marketing, and her role in building Primal Kitchen into a successful brand. She also talks about her passion for healthy eating and how she involves her children in cooking and making healthy food choices. In this conversation, Morgan and Nicole discuss various topics including parenting, reading for pleasure, favorite travel destinations, unconventional schooling, and personal mantras. Morgan shares her passion for changing school lunch programs and promoting entrepreneurship. Nicole expresses her appreciation for Morgan's authenticity and realness.

Time stamps:

01:00 - Morgan's Journey to Entrepreneurship

02:41 - Meeting at South by Southwest

03:40 - Starting Primal Kitchen

07:03 - Embracing Adventure and Non-Conformity

12:28 - Mid-life Career Change

21:42 - Feeding Kids Nutritious Meals

23:16 - Balancing Work and Family

25:39 - Rediscovering Reading and Escapism

29:40 - Favorite Travel Destinations

41:11 - Social Norms and Parenting

42:55 - Gratitude and Inspiration

Learn more about Morgan at:

https://www.primalkitchen.com/

https://www.instagram.com/morganzanotti/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-buehler-zanotti-31989620/

https://www.instagram.com/primalkitchenfoods/

https://open.spotify.com/show/0ubKjO2mty872oeu80H4hS?si=01228fd2afb0468b

For more info on Work Hard Smile Large:

https://www.workhardsmilelarge.com/

https://www.instagram.com/workhardsmilelarge/

https://www.facebook.com/WorkHardSmileLarge

https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-hard-smile-large/

Nicole M. Christopherson is a respected real estate expert and founder of Work Hard Smile Large. To inspire and motivate individuals to pursue their dreams and build a positive mindset, Nicole launched the WHSL Podcast. By sharing success stories and practical strategies, the podcast provides a platform for listeners to connect with like-minded individuals who share their vision and goals. Nicole believes that everyone can achieve their dreams by taking action and overcoming obstacles. Through the Work Hard, Smile Large Podcast, she hopes to help listeners live fulfilling lives and achieve their goals by sharing her insights, stories, and strategies

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In this episode, join our host, Nicole Christopherson and her guest, Michael McNamara, a US veteran and president of All Marine Radio and Post Traumatic Winning. With a military career in the marine corps that includes deployments to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom, Michael's journey embodies resilience and unwavering dedication. Additionally, he assumed the role of director of sports for the Special Olympics North Dakota and was elected to the city council of Grand Forks, North Dakota. Michael's experiences provides valuable insights into post-traumatic growth and personal transformation, offering a unique perspective on overcoming trauma and finding joy in life. @marines @posttraumaticwinning @allmarineradio6625

Time stamps:

01:07 - Fostering Culture and Combating Veteran Suicide

04:01 - Finding Purpose After Retirement

15:29 - Understanding Trauma and Grief

27:09 - Importance of Physical Activity

38:51 - Post-Traumatic Growth

39:19 - Finding Joy in Helping Others

41:47 - Importance of Self-Discipline

44:22 - The Truth Matters

52:15 - Definition of Courage

53:59 - Meditation Techniques

56:18 - Impact of Helping Others

1:00:56 - Parenting and Mentorship

1:04:41 - Approachability and Intimacy

1:05:19 - "Belief and Transformation"

1:08:35 - "Appreciation and Collaboration"

1:10:07 - "Intentions and Collaboration"

Learn more about Michael McNamara at:

ttps://posttraumaticwinning.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mcnamara-bab85b56/

https://www.facebook.com/allmarineradio/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel

https://twitter.com/allmarineradio

https://www.youtube.com/@michaelmcnamara5826

https://www.instagram.com/posttraumaticwinning/

For more info on Work Hard Smile Large:

https://www.workhardsmilelarge.com/

https://www.instagram.com/workhardsmilelarge/

https://www.facebook.com/WorkHardSmileLarge

https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-hard-smile-large/

Nicole M. Christopherson is a respected real estate expert and founder of Work Hard Smile Large. To inspire and motivate individuals to pursue their dreams and build a positive mindset, Nicole launched the WHSL Podcast. By sharing success stories and practical strategies, the podcast provides a platform for listeners to connect with like-minded individuals who share their vision and goals. Nicole believes that everyone can achieve their dreams by taking action and overcoming obstacles. Through the Work Hard, Smile Large Podcast, she hopes to help listeners live fulfilling lives and achieve their goals by sharing her insights, stories, and strategies.

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In this episode, join or host, Nicole Christopherson, for a fascinating conversation with Russ Laggan, Senior Director of Growth at eXp Realty. Russ brings infectious energy and passion for empowering professionals to be their best. We dive into Russ' journey from starting multiple businesses to landing in real estate. He shares his mantra of "how you do anything is how you do everything" - approaching all endeavors in life with full throttle commitment. Russ offers sage advice for entrepreneurs on getting clear about your "why," surrounding yourself with a supportive community, and learning from failures. We also chat about the loneliness leaders can face and the importance of balance. Ultimately, Russ aims to help people customize their path to greatness. His authenticity allowed me to open up about my own winding road to founding Work Hard, Smile Large. Whether you're in real estate or not, Russ will inspire you to fearlessly be yourself. So grab a coffee and settle in for some motivation.

1:33 - Full Throttle Approach

03:06 - Confidence and Identity

10:16 - Branding and Authenticity

1:19 - Being True to Yourself

13:43 - Mantras and Personal Philosophy

16:27 - Work-Life Balance

25:38 - Building Authentic Community and Authenticity

30:52 - Transitioning to Real Estate

42:38 - Focus on Client Needs in Real Estate

47:04 - Pursuing Passion and True Freedom

50:09 - 54321 Method

51:45 - Finding Calm in Chaos

53:27 - Non-Meditation Meditation

56:28 - Embracing Change

58:56 - Directness and Accountability

59:40 - Injecting Humor into Work

Learn more about Russ Laggan at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlaggan/

https://www.instagram.com/russ_laggan/

https://www.youtube.com/@jumpstart3900

For more info on Work Hard Smile Large:

https://www.workhardsmilelarge.com/

https://www.instagram.com/workhardsmilelarge/

https://www.facebook.com/WorkHardSmileLarge

https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-hard-smile-large/

Nicole M. Christopherson is a respected real estate expert and founder of Work Hard Smile Large. To inspire and motivate individuals to pursue their dreams and build a positive mindset, Nicole launched the WHSL Podcast. By sharing success stories and practical strategies, the podcast provides a platform for listeners to connect with like-minded individuals who share their vision and goals. Nicole believes that everyone can achieve their dreams by taking action and overcoming obstacles. Through the Work Hard, Smile Large Podcast, she hopes to help listeners live fulfilling lives and achieve their goals by sharing her insights, stories, and strategies.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.