Welcome back to Have Good Ripple Effect! I’m Lisa Even, and in today’s solo episode, we’re talking about what it means to live—and lead—at the edge of our abilities. Inspired by a quote from Adam Grant and a timely reminder from Mel Robbins, this episode is a real-time reflection on what it looks like to try something new, take up space, and stretch beyond what feels comfortable.

From watching toddlers learn to walk to challenging ourselves as adults, this episode explores why we often resist the edge… and why that’s exactly where the growth happens. Whether it’s signing up for something that scares you, launching a dream project, or simply giving yourself permission to explore a creative side, this episode will help you stop waiting for “more time” and start moving forward with purpose.

Join me as I share:

• The moment I realized I’ve been avoiding the edge of my own abilities
• Why caring what others think is keeping you stuck (and how to shift it)
• The power of having a “sign up, show up” accountability strategy
• My personal edge goals—yes, including improv class!
• 3 grounding mantras to use when fear or doubt creeps in

P.S. I’d love to hear what’s on the edge of YOUR abilities. Head to lisaeven.com or connect with me on social and let me know. And hey—if this episode gave you a little nudge, send it to a friend who might need the same encouragement.

Links:

Download Free Gifts and Connect more: https://www.lisaeven.com

Buy My Book: Joy Is My Job! https://www.lisaeven.com/author

Book Me For Your Next Event: https://www.lisaeven.com/speaking

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 - Welcome + Why the Edge Matters – What kids can teach us about learning and risk
• 01:00 - The Reality Check – How little time adults spend on growth and why that has to change
• 02:30 - Mel Robbins + Letting Them Think What They Want – How this helped shift Lisa’s mindset
• 03:45 - Sign Up, Show Up – How accountability keeps Lisa on track with new challenges
• 05:00 - Mantras to Move You Forward – Three go-to phrases when fear kicks in
• 06:15 - Lisa’s Edge List – Improv, product dreams, and brave video moments
• 07:00 - Your Turn – What’s one thing you can do to stretch your abilities this month?

Welcome back to Have Good Ripple Effect! I’m Lisa Even, and today we’re talking about something that feels big and sometimes a little intimidating: personal branding. Before you roll your eyes or tell me you don’t even know what you had for breakfast—much less what your brand is—stick with me. This isn’t about logos or color palettes. It’s about how you show up in the world and what you’re intentionally (or unintentionally) putting out there.

In this episode, I reflect on what redoing my website taught me about personal branding—and the surprising ways I’ve been hiding parts of myself. We talk about why it’s easy to “blend in,” why that might be limiting your impact, and how you can start being more intentional about what you share with the world.

I even share a simple visual from my kitchen that helped me see my personal brand more clearly (hint: it involves baking ingredients!). Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or just trying to live more authentically, this episode will inspire you to get clear on who you are and how much of that magic you're letting the world see.

Join me as we explore:

• Why you might be hiding behind your professional brand
• How “blending in” keeps you from showing up as your full self
• A simple baking analogy to help you rethink how you express who you are
• Practical steps to identify what you want more (or less) of in your personal brand
• How to build a brand that reflects your joy, creativity, and truth

P.S. When the new website drops, I can’t wait for you to see it! Until then, grab a piece of paper and ask yourself: what are you putting out into the world... and what could you start sharing more boldly?

Links:

• Download Free Gifts and Connect more: https://www.lisaeven.com
• Buy My Book: Joy Is My Job! https://www.lisaeven.com/author
• Book Me For Your Next Event: https://www.lisaeven.com/speaking

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 04:00 - Welcome and Why Personal Branding Matters – More than just fonts and colors
• 01:00 - Behind the Scenes – How redoing my website forced me to look at what I’m really sharing
• 02:30 - The Urge to Blend In – My personal confession and what I’m learning
• 04:00 - Baking Soda and Flour – A baking-inspired analogy to rethink your brand ingredients
• 05:00 - Creativity and Courage – What I want to bring more of into the world
• 06:15 - Your Turn – A quick challenge to reflect on your personal brand
• 07:00 - Closing Thoughts – You happen to the world, not the other way around

P.S. When the new website drops, I can’t wait for you to see it! Until then, grab a piece of paper and ask yourself: what are you putting out into the world... and what could you start sharing more boldly?

Welcome back to Have Good Ripple Effect! I’m Lisa Even, and today we’re joined by my friend and fellow optimizer, Marlo Higgins. Marlo is a powerhouse entrepreneur, coach, and author of The Making of a Maverick: Building Champions in Business and Life. Her story is a masterclass in intention, perseverance, and finding satisfaction in both work and life.

In this episode, Marlo shares her journey from leading multimillion-dollar ventures to launching her own personal brand. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, her faith-driven approach to life, and the strategies she uses to balance high performance with joy. We dive into her game-changing "30-60-10 Formula," her take on the power of sabbaticals, and why optimizing your time is key to thriving in both business and life.

Join us as we explore:

• Why satisfaction is just as important as productivity
• Marlo’s intentional approach to creating a four-day workweek and 30-day sabbaticals
• The 30-60-10 Formula: A simple method to structure your day for growth, service, and follow-up
• How to connect your feelings with your actions for greater impact
• Why giving yourself permission to design your ideal life is the ultimate game-changer

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone just trying to make more time for joy, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you thrive.

P.S. If this episode inspired you, don’t keep it to yourself—share it with a friend! You can connect with Marlo at marlohiggins.com to learn more about her coaching, tools, and upcoming Time Optimization Calculator.

Links:

• Download Free Gifts and Connect more: https://www.lisaeven.com
• Buy My Book: Joy Is My Job! https://www.lisaeven.com/author
• Book Me For Your Next Event: https://www.lisaeven.com/speaking

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 - Welcome and Guest Introduction – Meet Marlo Higgins and her inspiring journey
• 06:00 - Entrepreneurship and Optimizing Time – From corporate VP to thriving entrepreneur
• 10:47 - Satisfaction Meets Productivity – Balancing action with joy and intention
• 15:23 - The 30-60-10 Formula – A framework for structuring your day
• 20:50 - The Power of Sabbaticals – How Marlo recharges and creates space for creativity
• 26:00 - Permission to Redesign Your Life – Why intentional living changes everything
• 32:00 - Closing Thoughts – How to connect with Marlo and take the next step toward designing your ideal life