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The Aligned Leadher

"Success without fulfillment is the greatest failure"- Tony Robbins. Listen in weekly to hear success strategies and mindset elevation!

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16:19

Elevating Your Standards: The Key to Unlocking Your...

The Aligned Leadher ·

2026/02/03

In this episode, Michele Kostos shares her personal journey of raising her standards in all areas of life - from health and business to home and personal appearance. Michele emphasizes that raising your standards is not about judgment or shame, but rather about getting curious about the future version of yourself and aligning your current actions and habits with that vision. She discusses how motherhood has helped her become a more focused, decisive leader, and how that clarity has

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16:20

Creating Certainty

The Aligned Leadher ·

2026/01/27

In this episode, Michele shares how she's been navigating feelings of overwhelm and the need for control in her business and personal life. She discusses the power of therapy, coaching, and brain dumps to create more certainty and safety for yourself. If you're feeling uncertain about hitting your business goals or managing the demands of work and life, this episode is for you. Michele shares practical tips to help you create more certainty and peace of mind. Click here to connect with

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16:53

The Power of Over-Delivering: Consistent Growth...

The Aligned Leadher ·

2026/01/20

In this episode, Michele shares her insights on how to create a consistently growing business by focusing on over-delivering and being transparent with your clients. She discusses the importance of selling what you can truly deliver, building trust through honesty, and creating raving fans through exceptional customer experiences. Michele also shares her own journey of achieving consistent growth, even while taking time off, and how this mindset has been a game-changer for her and her

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16:56

Reaching Your Potential: 4 Key Components for...

The Aligned Leadher ·

2026/01/13

In this episode, Michele Kostos shares her insights on the four key components entrepreneurs need to reach their full potential. She discusses the importance of having a clear vision, an aligned path, mastering mind management, and securing the right support system. Michele emphasizes that reaching your potential is an ongoing journey, not a destination. She provides practical advice on how to design a business and life that feels sustainable and fulfilling, rather than forcing growth

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12:57

Overcoming Belief Burnout: Achieving Your Goals with...

The Aligned Leadher ·

2026/01/06

In this episode, Michele Kostos, your host, discusses the concept of "belief burnout" - the tendency for entrepreneurs and high-achievers to lose faith in their ability to reach their goals over time. She emphasizes the importance of setting "gap goals" - short-term, achievable milestones that keep you motivated and on track towards your bigger, long-term vision. Michele shares her own experience of setting and achieving goals with her husband, and how this intentional approach has led to

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12:57

Building a team of Champions

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/12/30

In this episode, Michele shares a powerful mindset shift that can transform your business - selling to your ideal client, "the one," instead of trying to appeal to everyone. Michele explains how trying to sell to the masses often results in lukewarm marketing that fails to connect with your true champions. Instead, she encourages focusing your messaging and outreach on the specific type of client or team member who is the best fit for your offer. Click here to join the waitlist:

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13:04

Reframing Failure- Shifting from Transactional to...

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/12/23

In this episode, Michele Kostos, mindset and business coach, discusses the importance of shifting from a transactional, entrepreneur-driven mindset to a transformational, service-oriented leadership mindset. She highlights how the entrepreneur brain can lead to frustration and attachment to results, ultimately hindering business growth. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

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12:18

The Importance of Communication

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/12/16

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of effective communication in business and personal relationships. She shares her own experience as a new mom learning to understand her baby's different cries and cues. Michele emphasizes that as an entrepreneur, your communication skills are essential - they create connection and drive results. She encourages listeners to increase the frequency and value of their communications, whether through text, email, social media or one-on-one

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11:48

Feeling Behind with your Goals

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/12/09

In this episode, Michele Kostos discusses the common entrepreneurial struggle of feeling "behind" in your business. She explains how this feeling is often just a story we tell ourselves, not reality. Michele shares strategies to reframe your mindset, accept where you are, and focus on moving forward with excitement rather than shame. She encourages listeners to let go of "should" mentalities, connect with their numbers, and work to "win" instead of just avoiding "losing." The key is

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17:30

Creating Consistency

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/12/02

In this episode, your host Michele Kostos discusses the keys to creating consistency in your business and life. She shares 3 powerful strategies: Design a business process you genuinely love - when you enjoy the day-to-day work, consistency becomes effortless. Plan to "not feel like it" - discipline is built through small, consistent actions, not just big changes. Get into service - focus on how your work helps others, not just yourself. This intrinsic motivation powers long-term

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19:14

Hard emotions and Success

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/11/25

In this episode, Michele opens up about her personal experience with postpartum depression and how it taught her the importance of having the capacity to hold tough emotions. She shares how accepting and moving through the difficult feelings, rather than resisting them, was key to her recovery. Michele emphasizes that the ability to handle challenging emotions is directly tied to your potential for growth and success in business and life. She encourages listeners to develop the strength to

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11:29

Chasing Vision vs. Chasing Dopamine

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/11/18

In this episode, business coach Michele Kostos discusses the importance of chasing your vision rather than just chasing dopamine. She shares tips for evaluating your activities and business offerings to ensure they're aligned with your long-term goals. Visit michelekostos.com to learn more.

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11:31

The Schedule Domino

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/11/11

In this episode, Michele discusses how your schedule can be the "domino" that creates a ripple effect of success in your business. She shares how having a schedule you actually want to follow can provide freedom, predictability, and the ability to consistently book sales appointments. Michele also talks about her own experience realigning her schedule after having a baby, and how that has unlocked new possibilities. The key takeaway is that crafting a schedule that prioritizes what you

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11:31

The importance of a clean brain

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/11/04

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of having a 'clean brain' as an entrepreneur. She explains how our subconscious thoughts can significantly impact our actions and results, and how coaching can help us identify and shift those thoughts to create more success. Michele emphasizes the value of consistently 'cleaning' your brain through practices like journaling, and how this simple habit can lead to dramatic changes in your business and life. She shares personal examples and

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12:09

When your company changes

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/10/28

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of maintaining a positive mindset when dealing with changes in your direct sales or entrepreneurial business. She emphasizes that your personal brand and the value you provide to customers is what truly matters, not the fluctuations of the company you're associated with. Michele encourages listeners to focus on what they can control - their own consistent effort and beliefs - rather than worrying about an uncertain future. She shares her own

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12:12

The power of focusing on the positive

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/10/21

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of focus and how to shift your mindset to look for what's working rather than what's wrong. She shares practical tips like starting each day listing 3 things going well in your business, celebrating weekly wins, and curating your social media feed to be uplifting. Michele emphasizes that focusing on the positive doesn't change your circumstances overnight, but it changes you - and that's what leads to lasting results. She encourages

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12:51

Why we get "stuck"

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/10/14

In this episode, host Michele Kostos shares powerful insights on how to get unstuck in your business and life. She explains the 3 key areas to focus on: Thoughts about yourself - Shift limiting self-beliefs to empower your self-trust and confidence. Thoughts about others - Adopt a more optimistic, service-oriented mindset in your relationships and sales. Thoughts about your offering - Cultivate unwavering belief in the value you provide to clients/customers. Michele also emphasizes the

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12:52

Why Success Can Feel Uncomfortable

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/10/07

In this episode, Michele discusses the concept of "success intolerance" - the tendency for people, especially entrepreneurs, to feel anxious, exhausted or nervous when they achieve a big goal, leading to self-sabotage. Michele explains that this is often rooted in a subconscious belief that we're not capable of maintaining that level of success. She emphasizes the importance of expanding our self-concept to match our achievements, and working with a coach or mentor to uncover and overcome

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18:10

Experimenting in business

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/09/30

In this episode, Michele discusses the value of experimenting in your business as an entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of protecting your existing profitable activities while cautiously adding new experiments. Michele shares her own experiences with launching a group program, highlighting the need for patience, evaluation, and belief-shifting when trying something new. She encourages listeners to approach experiments with a service-focused mindset, rather than being solely driven

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17:15

How to be a Winner

The Aligned Leadher ·

2025/09/23

In this episode, Michele discusses the importance of "winning the day" as an entrepreneur and new mom. She emphasizes the illusion of time and how being intentional with each day is key to long-term success. Michele shares strategies like creating a 3-item daily to-do list and celebrating small wins, as these build momentum and positive mindset. She encourages listeners to approach the past with curiosity rather than judgment, and to focus on what they can control in the present moment. The

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