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Life by Design

Life by Design

By: Kim Ward
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Welcome to the Life By Design Podcast! 🎙️ Hosted by Kim Ward—certified master life and business coach— and co-hosted by Rich Ward, this podcast empowers family-rooted entrepreneurs to create a thriving business and life they love. Each episode delivers actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and insights to help you grow your business, achieve your goals, and align success with your values—without sacrificing what matters most. Tune in weekly for inspiration, expert advice, and practical tools to design a life and business on your terms. Let’s build the life you deserve—together! 💖Kim Ward Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Pinterest Lead Generation without overwhelm that turns pins into paying clients
    Aug 26 2025

    Are you struggling with social media burnout and need a better way to generate leads?

    In this episode of the Life by Design Podcast, host Kim Ward interviews Pinterest expert Julie Ostmeyer, who shares how she used Pinterest lead generation to grow her email list, attract consistent clients, and build a sustainable business without the stress of daily posting.

    Schedule a call to grow your business with PInterest: https://successwithkimward.com/letstalk

    🌟 Don’t let adversity stop you from achieving your goals. Tune in to gain the perspective and inspiration you need to turn challenges into stepping stones.

    👉Follow for more episodes about entrepreneurship, mindset, and designing a life you love

    📚 Resources & Mentorship Opportunities: https://successwithkimward.com

    📚Life By Design mentorship: https://successwithkimward.com/letstalk

    💬 Join the conversation:

    What's the biggest challenge you've faced as an entrepreneur?

    Share your story in the comments below!

    DISCLAIMERS AND DISCLOSURES: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. Thank you for your support.

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    19 mins
  • How to Apologize the Right Way Without Causing More Resentment
    Aug 18 2025

    Have you ever apologized only to make things worse—or struggled to forgive without holding on to resentment?

    Kim Ward sits down with Jonathan Bui to unpack The Negotiated Apology—a powerful blend of negotiation skills and emotional intelligence that can repair broken relationships and restore trust.

    Jonathan shares why most apologies fail, how to move someone from hurt to healing, and the strategies that help you earn forgiveness without creating more resentment. Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, family member, or friend, this conversation is your roadmap to reconciliation.

    🌟RESOURCES MENTIONED http://thenegotiatedapology.com

    https://www.instagram.com/thenegotiatedapologyproject

    🌟 Don’t let adversity stop you from achieving your goals. Tune in to gain the perspective and inspiration you need to turn challenges into stepping stones.👉 Follow for more episodes about entrepreneurship, mindset, and designing a life you love📚 Resources & Mentorship Opportunities: https://successwithkimward.com📚Life By Design mentorship: https://successwithkimward.com/letstalk💬 Join the conversation:

    What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced as an entrepreneur?

    Share your story in the comments below!DISCLAIMERS AND DISCLOSURES: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. Thank you for your support.

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    35 mins
  • How Rachel Pedersen Built a Million-Dollar Brand Through Unfiltered Vulnerability
    Aug 11 2025

    What if the very thing you’ve been hiding could be the key to your business success?

    In this episode of the Life by Design podcast, host Kim Ward sits down with Mom & marketing powerhouse Rachel Pedersen to uncover how vulnerability became her greatest asset. Rachel opens up about her inspiring journey — from facing deep personal struggles to building two thriving businesses and becoming a sought-after leader in the digital marketing space.

    You’ll discover:

    • Why embracing your true self online attracts the right clients

    • How vulnerability can transform both your brand and your life

    • Practical strategies for growing a business without sacrificing balance

    • The surprising truths from Rachel’s book Unfiltered that challenge traditional marketing

    This is an unfiltered, no-hype conversation packed with raw insights, real stories, and actionable tips to help you build success on your own terms.

    Resources mentioned:

    1. Purchase your copy of Unfiltered:

      https://amzn.to/44VCUR

    2. Rachel Pedersen YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RachelPedersensocial⁠

      🌟 Don’t let adversity stop you from achieving your goals. Tune in to gain the perspective and inspiration you need to turn challenges into stepping stones.

      👉 Subscribe for more episodes about entrepreneurship, mindset, and designing a life you love

      📚 Resources & Mentorship Opportunities: https://successwithkimward.com

      📚Life By Design mentorship: https://successwithkimward.com/letstalk

      💬 Join the conversation: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced as an entrepreneur? Share your story in the comments below!

      DISCLAIMERS AND DISCLOSURES: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. Thank you for your support.

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    35 mins
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