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Intentional Life and Business Design

31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

Discover the Art of Intentional Living with Our Podcast

Welcome to our podcast, a sanctuary where the nuances of intentional living, mental wellness, and mindful business practices intertwine, offering profound insights into life's journey and leadership.

Deepen Your Understanding of Intentionality

Insightful Exploration: Hosted by myself, Classie Watson, each episode is an immersive dive into the world of intentional living and conscious business design. We explore how integrating mental health principles can transform both personal and professional lives. Occasionally, guest experts join us, enriching our discussions with their diverse viewpoints and experiences.

Bridging Knowledge and Action: Our podcast emphasizes transforming theoretical concepts into actionable practices. Listeners will not only learn about these principles but also discover practical ways to weave them into their everyday lives, enhancing overall well-being and effectiveness in life and business.

Stories That Enlighten and Teach: Engage with inspiring stories and case studies that showcase the transformative impact of merging intentionality and mental wellness into both life and business.

What to Expect from Our Podcast

Variety within Unity: While our topics are varied, each one consistently aligns with our overarching goal of promoting a more purposeful, fulfilling life and cultivating mentally aware business spaces.

A Companion for Personal and Professional Growth: With regular episodes, our podcast serves as a steadfast companion for those dedicated to ongoing personal and business development.

Our podcast is more than a collection of conversations; it's a journey towards enlightened living and leadership. It is crafted for individuals striving to lead a life of purpose, business leaders aiming to foster a healthy workplace culture, and all who wish to integrate these aspects seamlessly. Join us on this enlightening path as we guide you toward a more intentional, fulfilling life.

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Episodes

Pivotal Shifts: Navigating Life and Leadership through Mindsets and Core Beliefs

December 28, 2023 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or simply navigating the complexities of life, understanding the power of mindsets and core beliefs is crucial. . I'm your host, Classie Watson, owner and founder of CW Intentional Life and Business Design here to guide you through the intricate labyrinth of mindsets and core beliefs that shape every aspect of your personal and professional life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or anyone seeking personal growth, this episode prov...

Enhancing Organizational Communication with the What-Why-How Method

December 05, 2023 19:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

In our fast-paced business world, effective communication is vital. It's not just about exchanging information. I'm Classie Watson, Owner and Founder of CW Intentional Life and Business Design, here to guide you through the intricacies of effective communication within organizations.  Whether you're a startup enthusiast or a seasoned executive, this episode is crafted to transform your approach to communication. We'll explore the transformative power of one of our strategic methods, the Wha...

How to Navigate Complex Leadership

November 28, 2023 13:00 - 14 minutes - 9.78 MB

I'm Classie Watson, Owner and Founder of CW Intentional Life and Business Design, here to guide you through the intricacies of leadership in today's complex environment. In this episode, we'll explore how to lead with both clarity and compassion, using innovative methods to make impactful decisions. Whether you're a C-suite executive, Business owner or corporate leader, this episode is for you. I'll share 2 of our strategic tools and methodologies with you that you can start using immediate...

The Fundamental Characteristic That Will Help You Receive More of What You Want In Life

May 06, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 6.19 MB

In this episode, I was on the treadmill. However in this episode, I discussed with my live audience “the common characteristic that helps a person receive what they want in life” or more commonly put, “get to where they want to go”.  In this episode you’ll understand  - when discipline, consistency and focus become partners and attributes along this process  - the fundamental first step that most people completely neglect, miss and skip entirely that causes them struggle in the short and lo...

The Pursuit of Peace: A Deeper Reflection Of Our Definition And Desire For Peace with guest Abraham Williamson

February 15, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

It's the first episode of the NEW SEASON and our REBRAND!! I'm so glad the podcast is back!  In this episode we have a special guest and long time friend, Abraham Williamson joining me to share a deeper reflection on his pursuit of peace throughout his life and entrepreneurial journey. We explore his travels to Africa, educational pursuits,  and relationships as he has worked to cultivate a life of peace and prosperity not only for himself but for his community.  Abraham Williamson is a NY...

FINDING HOPE & FOUNDATIONS IN THE MIDST OF RACIAL, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL UNREST

July 10, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MB

In this episode, I sit down with Ante Yana a local activist, pastor and musician and Cat Lane a local pastor and activist. Together we share in a very emotional conversation about our journey of hope and healing in the midst of racial, social, and political unrest. We discuss concerns in the black community and our own internal struggles as we navigate this space of emotional turmoil while still steadying ourselves in the greater hope and foundation that we can find to help us continue movin...

THE ADAPTATION OF CLASSIE WATSON

May 13, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

ad·ap·ta·tion /ˌadapˈtāSH(ə)n/ noun "a change or the process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment." In this episode you are listening to Abraham Williamson & Classie have a conversation that is Raw & Real. STAY IN TOUCH WITH CLASSIE: Website: www.classiewatson.com Facebook: @TheClassieWatson instagram: @TheClassieWatson Work 1-ON-1 with me as your life transformation coach + Personal Brand/Business Strategist: https://www.classiewatson.com/...

REDEFINE YOUR SUCCESS

April 09, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

PODCAST EP. 19 : REDEFINE YOUR SUCCESS with Chris TheJourney James is COMING IN HOT Thursday, April 9th, 2020 at 9:00am🔥🔥🔥 Let's face it we all have the desire to be successful, and each of us has a specific vision for that success. If you are struggling or needing motivation to help you move more powerfully forward toward your success, or maybe even brainstorm new ways to define what success means to you then this episode is a MUST LISTEN!! Chris TheJourney James is a full time creative w...

REDEFINE YOUR SUCCESS

April 09, 2020 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

PODCAST EP. 19 : REDEFINE YOUR SUCCESS with Chris TheJourney James is COMING IN HOT Thursday, April 9th, 2020 at 9:00am🔥🔥🔥 Let's face it we all have the desire to be successful, and each of us has a specific vision for that success. If you are struggling or needing motivation to help you move more powerfully forward toward your success, or maybe even brainstorm new ways to define what success means to you then this episode is a MUST LISTEN!! Chris TheJourney James is a full time creative w...

LEADING COLLABORATIVELY BY RELEASING FEAR & FOCUSING ON MENTAL & EMOTIONAL WELLBEING

March 26, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

If you are struggling with your own mental and emotional wellness right now, feeling limited, feeling overwhelmed by fear or worry, and even those of you feeling like there isn't enough room for you and that you have to compete for what you have, then this is the episode for you.  In this episode we discuss the importance of personal development in business as it relates to fears, limiting beliefs, ad mindset and how overcoming this helps us learn that we must collaborate and use community ...

LEADING COLLABORATIVELY BY RELEASING FEAR & FOCUSING ON MENTAL & EMOTIONAL WELLBEING

March 26, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

If you are struggling with your own mental and emotional wellness right now, feeling limited, feeling overwhelmed by fear or worry, and even those of you feeling like there isn't enough room for you and that you have to compete for what you have, then this is the episode for you.  In this episode we discuss the importance of personal development in business as it relates to fears, limiting beliefs, ad mindset and how overcoming this helps us learn that we must collaborate and use community ...

HEALING FROM SEXUAL TRAUMA AND CULTIVATING MORE INTIMACY WITHIN YOURSELF AND YOUR RELATIONSHIPS

March 20, 2020 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

This episode is so POWERFUL! More than 1 in 3 women and nearly 1 in 4 men have experienced sexual violence involving physical contact at some point in their lives. Every 73 seconds a person is sexually assaulted in America. This is not only a concern but the lifelong consequences both mentally and emotionally that can come with sexual trauma and intimacy has a detrimental effect on the individual and thus the larger society as a whole. In this episode I discuss with Andrea Girisha, a sexua...

HEALING FROM SEXUAL TRAUMA AND CULTIVATING MORE INTIMACY WITHIN YOURSELF AND YOUR RELATIONSHIPS

March 20, 2020 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

This episode is so POWERFUL! More than 1 in 3 women and nearly 1 in 4 men have experienced sexual violence involving physical contact at some point in their lives. Every 73 seconds a person is sexually assaulted in America. This is not only a concern but the lifelong consequences both mentally and emotionally that can come with sexual trauma and intimacy has a detrimental effect on the individual and thus the larger society as a whole. In this episode I discuss with Andrea Girisha, a sexua...

FROM PERSONALITY TO PROFESSIONALISM

March 13, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MB

THIS EPISODE IS ON FIRE 🔥🔥🔥 PODCAST EPISODE 16: FROM PERSONALITY TO PROFESSIONALISM with JENNY AMBROSE is coming in hot!!  🔥 We are diving deep in this episode to talk about how to bring more authenticity into your business and that relates to who you are on the outside and on the inside!  If you are struggling with confidence, sharing your personality online, confused about what is being professional if you're being personal, then this is the episode for you!  STAY IN TOUCH WITH CLASSIE ...

THE JOURNEY TO SELF-LOVE AS A MINDSET AND EMOTION

March 05, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

GUESS WHAT?! WE SAVED THIS AMAZING PODCAST EPISODE TO AIR ON MY BIRTHDAY!!🔥🔥🔥 This Special Podcast EPISODE 15: SELF-LOVE IS A MINDSET AND AN EMOTION with my girl Amber of Amber Leann Drake We talk about mindset and specifically the mindset of self Love and how the way we lead and care for ourselves is the blueprint for how the entire universe responds to us!  This episode means so much to me and it was only fitting that after finding my path to self-love, that on my birthday we discuss th...

OVERCOME THE OVERWHELM OF SOCIAL MEDIA

February 27, 2020 19:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

PODCAST EPISODE 14: OVERCOME THE OVERWHELM OF SOCIAL MEDIA with Samantha Semans of Ten10 Social is COMING IN HOT!  🔥 If you are struggling, feeling overwhelmed, lost, or anything in between with how to use social media to build your brand, audience, community or just to engage and develop meaningful relationships in your business, then this is the podcast episode for you! We are diving deep in this episode to talk about social media and the mental blocks that keep us from showing up confid...

HOW TO USE EMAIL MARKETING TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS

February 20, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

We are diving deep in this episode with email marketing strategist, Ashley K Deluca, to talk about why having an email list and investing time in email marketing is one of the most sustainable strategies you can use for your business growth!  If you are struggling with how to use email marketing, what to say, how to say it, how to engage your subscribers or even get subscribers, then this is the episode for you! Consider this email marketing 101 and you are about to walk away with actionabl...

HOW TO USE EMAIL MARKETING TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS

February 20, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

We are diving deep in this episode with email marketing strategist, Ashley K Deluca, to talk about why having an email list and investing time in email marketing is one of the most sustainable strategies you can use for your business growth!  If you are struggling with how to use email marketing, what to say, how to say it, how to engage your subscribers or even get subscribers, then this is the episode for you! Consider this email marketing 101 and you are about to walk away with actionabl...

THE MONEY MINDSET: MONEY AS AN AMPLIFIER OF OUR SENSE OF IDENTITY AND WORTH

February 13, 2020 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this episode we are digging deep into the mindset of money and how money is tied to our identity and our sense of worth with, feminine business coach, Juliet Tang from New York City, NY. Juliet Says, “How we do money is how we do everything.” And she couldn’t be more correct.  If you are in the cycle of trying to jump from online course to online course, doing sales trainings and conversion tricks, trying to call in new customers, wanting to increase your prices and make more money, and...

How To Market Yourself Authentically and Confidently

February 06, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Julie Duvall is the Feisty and Fabulous Redhead that makes all of your favorite sugar scrubs, bath bombs, shower steamers, lotions, potions and candles so that you can “Live Sassy”!  In this episode, I had the opportunity to share a conversation with Julie about how she uses her AUTHENTIC VOICE AND FABULOUS PERSONALITY to market herself. Marketing in what many consider saturated markets or industries can feel tough and sometime defeating. But learning how to market through personal connect...

How To Market Yourself Authentically and Confidently

February 06, 2020 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Julie Duvall is the Feisty and Fabulous Redhead that makes all of your favorite sugar scrubs, bath bombs, shower steamers, lotions, potions and candles so that you can “Live Sassy”!  In this episode, I had the opportunity to share a conversation with Julie about how she uses her AUTHENTIC VOICE AND FABULOUS PERSONALITY to market herself. Marketing in what many consider saturated markets or industries can feel tough and sometime defeating. But learning how to market through personal connect...

Getting Inspired: Where Passion and Purpose Collide

January 30, 2020 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

I sat down with Michelle Hill the heart and change maker behind Southern Inspirations where she is sharing good stories about good people doing good things across the south. Michelle shares with us how we start taking inspired action and how we do that through finding our passions and our purpose. Its time to get inspired and start taking action in our lives. If this sounds like you then take a listen, share, like, rate, and review this podcast. CONNECT WITH MICHELLE Facebook: Southern...

Create Your Dream Life

January 23, 2020 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

In this episode, I am talking with Judy Best about having bigger dreams for your life and pursuing them! How often do we intend to do something, believe we can only achieve a certain level of success or feel stuck? If you are ready to create your dream life, then this episode was made just for you. Judy shares her journey through life, job transitions, mentors, and so much more as she worked to create her dream life. How can you dream bigger for yourself and create your dream life: 1. Give...

Mindset Mondays: Community + Connection

January 20, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

“It is not primarily our physical selves that limit us but rather our mindset about our physical limits.” — Ellen Langer 0:45 - Intro & Welcome 2:36 - Having one of those burnout days 4:28 - Brene Brown - Connection+Community+ Friendship 5:11 - Saying, "I'm Fine." - The habit of self neglect 7:03 - Habits of the mind are on AutoPilot 10:13 - The tendency to isolate 13:28 - Mindset can be self-deceptive 17:26 - Healthy friendships are not a luxury, they are a necessity 18:34 - Settin...

Mindset Mondays: Community + Connection

January 20, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

“It is not primarily our physical selves that limit us but rather our mindset about our physical limits.” — Ellen Langer 0:45 - Intro & Welcome 2:36 - Having one of those burnout days 4:28 - Brene Brown - Connection+Community+ Friendship 5:11 - Saying, "I'm Fine." - The habit of self neglect 7:03 - Habits of the mind are on AutoPilot 10:13 - The tendency to isolate 13:28 - Mindset can be self-deceptive 17:26 - Healthy friendships are not a luxury, they are a necessity 18:34 - Settin...

Building A Community at Nexus Coffee & Creative: We Are Better Together with Amy Counce

January 11, 2020 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

"Nexus is founded on the 4 C's, COFFEE, CREATIVE, COMMUNITY, & CONNECT. It's very much the foundation and the bricks that we are builidng. So how can we lay more bricks on top of that and build a better home? As cheesy as it sounds, we are better together. It's not healthy for us to be alone in this journey." - Amy Counce of Nexus Coffee & Creative Amy is sharing with us the story and the "WHY" behind her community based coffee shop and her motto, "WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER." Have you felt tha...

The Mental Health Stigma: Let's Talk About It "Come One Come All"

December 23, 2019 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Classie Ehrhard  and guest, Susannah Pugh, MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling, unravel components of the Mental Health Stigma that may limit people from seeking therapy. Together they discuss common concerns, myths, and reasons the stigma exists as they work to dismantle the fixed mindset that may keep those that need therapy from seeking it. This conversation is about shifting your mindset to understand the benefits of therapy and counseling services, the fears that may limit people from ...

Mindset Monday Episode 1

November 04, 2019 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Welcome to Mindset Mondays! “Your beliefs become your thoughts, your thoughts become your words, your words become your actions, your actions become your habits, your habits become your values, your values become your destiny.” — Mahatma Gandhi  0:16 - Welcome 1:26 - Why tune in to Mindset Mondays 3:02 - What is a mindset? 6:15 - 3 Types of Mindsets 10:05 - Challenging our Mindset 10:59 - Negative Self-Talk 15:06 - Perfectionism mindset 18:03 - Weekly Mindset Exercise  22:55 - Walking Powe...

Speak Life Poetry Series: Sometimes We Don't Pray

September 03, 2019 19:00 - 4 minutes - 2.81 MB

Classie has created a collection of written spoken word poetry. In this mini series, Classie is sharing in the first episode a poem called, "Sometimes We Don't Pray". This piece is a reflection of how each of us can fall from grace and lose our faith. But in the midst of it all, how do we find the strength to rise again... Classie uses this piece to question how far we fall from prayer, from solitude, and from faith in a world that is broken.  I invite you to comment and to share.  Poem "S...

A Servants Heart: Cultivating a Virtuous Spirit with Brianna Rodgers

June 07, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this episode Classie speaks with Brianna Rodgers (founder and SHERO of Pretty Proverbs a woman's ministry) about having a servants heart and what that means as we cultivate a life that is sustained by being virtuous in Christ. It’s my hope that as you listen to our conversation that you feel empowered to look inward and develop your own servants heart. Brianna and her ministry can be found at: www.prettyproverbs.com Facebook Pretty Proverbs Instagram: Pretty_Proverbs

Breaking The Silence: Suffering in Silence Through Miscarriage and Infertility

May 23, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 31.4 MB

In this special edition podcast, Classie Ehrhard interviews four courageous women as they share their struggles of suffering and healing through their experiences during miscarriage and/or infertility. Breaking the Silence and creating a conversation around the struggles but also the hope and healing through the journey of miscarriage and infertility. Classie Ehrhard also shares her struggles with miscarriage in this episode. Thank you to the ladies that shared their stories on this podcast ...