Do The Thing

Stacey Lauren
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Do The Thing, Don't Wait For Opportunity, Create it In this podcast, we dive into the proven formula for doing anything, anytime, and speak to experts who have successfully applied the pieces of the formula in their own lives. From identifying your goals to breaking them down into actionable steps, from networking and building relationships to persisting through challenges, we explore the strategies and tactics that can help you create opportunities and achieve your dreams. Whether you're starting a business, wanting a new relationship, or simply looking to improve your personal life, each episode will inspire you to take action and create the opportunities so you can live a life that you love. . Join us as we discuss how to Do The Thing and how you can apply it to your own life. http://www.dothethingpodcast.com Instagram @dothethingformula Youtube @dothethingformula Join our Do The Thing Singles Community on FB where we do personal growth challenges- https://www.facebook.com/groups/dothethingsingles/ Join our Do The Thing Challenge Community on FB https://www.facebook.com/groups/dothethingchallenge/ Email Stacey at stacey@dothethingformula.com

  1. 27/12/2025

    Project Moonshot: Nickolas Natali’s Bold $100K Goal & the Grit to Get There

    Nickolas Natali is on a mission to hit $100K in monthly recurring revenue, and he's doing it out loud. In this inspiring and wildly honest conversation, Stacey Lauren sits down with Nickolas just weeks into launching “Project Moonshot,” a high-stakes challenge to radically scale his business. From living in a 1986 Suburban to becoming an ad agency founder, Nick shares the power of resourcefulness, gritty goal-setting, and community in staying the course. This one’s a masterclass in doing the thing, especially when it's scary.In This Episode:00:00 – Launching “Project Moonshot” & the power of saying goals out loud04:55 – How Nick hacked a 3-year degree + the roots of resourcefulness08:22 – Paying off $60K in student loans by living in a car13:10 – Why Stacey launched the Billion Dollar Impact Marketplace18:41 – Integrity, community, and not giving up (even when it’s hard)26:07 – Group psychology, impact entrepreneurship & moral marketing35:55 – Comfort Circles & helping people find their voice47:22 – Nick’s pivot from podcasting to paid ads52:40 – The truth about repetitive discipline vs. shiny-object syndrome59:02 – Nick’s real-time roadmap to $100K/month1:02:40 – Stacey gets coached by Nick—live!1:09:15 – The best kind of contagious growth YouTube: https://youtu.be/JiFjrTPOQtc Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/project-moonshot-nickolas-natalis-bold-%24100k-goal-the/id1618590178?i=1000742898505 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VRsceUuv4qFZ0MjPAohiF

    35 min

  2. 17/12/2025

    Why Not Me? Geetha Sreedhar on Startup Exits, Bold Pivots, and Living a Life of Impact

    What happens when a 56-year-old corporate executive says, “Why not me?” and launches a startup that scales, thrives, and exits in 4 years?Geetha Sreedhar did exactly that.In this unforgettable Do the Thing episode, Stacey Lauren talks with Geetha about the bold moves behind her startup journey, her principles for building powerful teams, what female founders really need to scale and sell, and why her post-exit life is far from retirement.They also dig into global travel, cross-cultural storytelling, and Geetha’s new mission: funding the next wave of women-led innovation through How Women Invest.Whether you’re in mid-career reinvention or dreaming of what comes after your big exit, Geetha brings the clarity, strategy, and lived wisdom that will light your fire.00:02 – Meet Geetha: From MBA to window office to startup CEO06:45 – Navigating corporate politics, promotions, and advocacy13:20 – Building a tech startup from scratch (and selling it in 4 years)22:10 – How to prep your business for a clean, profitable exit30:35 – Post-exit life: travel, legacy, and empowering women investors YouTube: https://youtu.be/e81XzgFMweU Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-not-me-geetha-sreedhar-on-startup-exits-bold-pivots/id1618590178?i=1000741731437 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/29sRWKSHU44lEPUrqspDNl

    40 min

  3. 03/12/2025

    The Deal Maker’s Will: Walker Thrash on Vision-Driven Negotiation and Collaborative Problem Solving

    What if the best negotiations start with asking: “What am I missing here?”In this powerful episode of Do the Thing, Stacey Lauren sits down with real estate developer and author Walker Thrash, the mind behind The Deal Maker’s Will. Known for pioneering public-private projects and building trust-first partnerships, Walker shares how he approaches negotiation as a creative, community-centered process rooted in curiosity, clarity, and shared vision.Whether you're doing million-dollar deals or navigating life decisions, this conversation is full of wisdom for anyone ready to do the thing better.Learn why Walker wrote a business novel instead of a how-to book, and what it taught him about leadership, legacy, and listening.00:01 – How Stacey met Walker via John Lee Dumas' Podcasters Paradise05:25 – What public-private partnerships really look like (and why trust matters)12:40 – Preparing for a meeting: the most underrated negotiation skill25:55 – “What am I missing?”: the question that changes everything43:10 – Writing The Deal Maker’s Will and distilling 7 core rules of negotiation YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZPukg8Bbnx0 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-deal-makers-will-walker-thrash-on-vision-driven/id1618590178?i=1000739557832 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HC7t5a37jk6LPMHtE3nEO

    40 min

  4. 19/11/2025

    From Stage Fright to Spotlight: Dr. Gary Wohlman on Embodied Speaking and Radical Expression

    How do you turn fear into fuel and presence into power? In this high-energy, heart-centered episode of Do the Thing, Stacey Lauren welcomes the unforgettable Dr. Gary Wohlman, also known as The Presentation Doctor. With decades of experience in transformational coaching, Gary shares how full-body expression, playful embodiment, and somatic storytelling can unlock the deepest parts of your voice, your purpose, and your presence. Whether you're a speaker, coach, or simply someone who's been playing small, this episode will have you laughing, reflecting, and wildly rethinking what it means to “do the thing” on a stage, or in life. What you’ll learn: - How somatic tools can shift trauma patterns - Why "multi-sensory messaging" works in the age of distraction - How to rewrite your holding-back story with laughter and movement - The PEA Formula for powerful speaking - How healing and hilarity go hand in hand 00:02 – How Stacey and Dr. Gary met: Entrepreneurs Gone Wild & My People Parties 06:40 – His 5S Speaking Method: Short, Simple, Strong, Specific, Spontaneous 11:30 – From stage fright to becoming “The Presentation Doctor” 17:55 – Somatic healing, Monty Python techniques & trauma ridiculization 32:20 – PEA Framework: Points, Examples, Application = Memorable Messaging YouTube: https://youtu.be/FGxl8sIbISg Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-stage-fright-to-spotlight-dr-gary-wohlman-on-embodied/id1618590178?i=1000737475416 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LmAV0KYsCPNegKjDE2orK

    28 min

  5. 07/11/2025

    From Delivering Babies to Breakthroughs: Dr. Jim Heid on Redefining Identity, Purpose & Success

    Dr. Jim Heid spent 30 years practicing full-spectrum family medicine, delivering babies, staying up all night, and walking with patients through every season of life. But when burnout hit and identity questions bubbled to the surface, he realized it was time to do the thing himself. Now a coach helping others rediscover their deepest sense of purpose, Jim shares how he transitioned out of traditional medicine, what he's learned about imposter syndrome and storytelling, and why cycling has become a metaphor for personal growth, celebration, and sustainable success. In this wide-ranging episode with Stacey Lauren, you’ll hear about: - What it really means to coach the person, not the problem - How Jim helps people reconnect with who they are (beyond their job title) - The hidden cost of ignoring your own wisdom - Why hydration, spreadsheets, and community matter more than you think - A new definition of doing the thing... without the burnout Learn more: https://jimheidcoaching.com Connect on Instagram: @repurposemanjim 00:00 — From family doctor to life coach: Jim’s career pivot 07:35 — “Coach the person, not the problem” — birth stories + breakthrough coaching 14:10 — Why identity struggles show up post-retirement 25:00 — Cycling, burnout, and celebrating the hilltops 39:40 — Imposter syndrome, storytelling, and “just doing the thing” YouTube: https://youtu.be/aG-iw_P2WdU Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-delivering-babies-to-breakthroughs-dr-jim-heid/id1618590178?i=1000735897389 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2AT6XtKqUNma3wFV0hLSmX

    25 min

  6. 01/11/2025

    Doing the Thing at 15: Derin Sezgin on Leading Global Change Through the SDGs

    At just 15 years old, Derin Sezgin is already reshaping the world and he's not waiting for permission. In this inspiring Do the Thing interview, host Stacey Lauren meets Derin after their shared appearance at the United Nations and dives into how he's mobilizing youth across 35+ countries through SDG Youth Connect, a nonprofit raising awareness and action for the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).From building interactive games that teach climate action to helping young people tell their stories on global stages, Derin shares how courage, creativity, and collaboration are the keys to a better future, and how every one of us can make a difference.Whether you’re a student, nonprofit founder, activist, or parent, this episode will ignite your belief in what’s possible when young people step up and do the thing.In this episode, you’ll learn:- What the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) actually are and why they matter- How Derin turned a school project into a global nonprofit- The gap between awareness and action and how to close it- How AI and digital access are changing global education- What stops people from sharing their stories and how to startLearn more at: https://sdgyouthconnect.orgContact Derin: derinsezgin@gmail.com0:01 — Stacey introduces Derin and their UN connection4:38 — Why awareness is the gateway to action10:42 — How Derin scaled SDG Youth Connect to 35+ countries18:30 — The digital divide and ethics of AI in sustainability28:00 — Why youth storytelling is the key to global change

    36 min

  7. 23/10/2025

    From Combat Vet to Ethical Empire Builder — Fred Smith on PTSD, Purpose & Power

    Fred Smith is a combat veteran, strategist, and founder of SpeedScaling.com—but that’s only the surface. In this raw and expansive conversation with Stacey Lauren, Fred shares what it means to live intentionally, work through trauma, and use every life experience (from door-to-door sales to rebuilding billion-dollar brands) as fuel for purpose-driven leadership. You’ll hear about: Fred’s struggle with PTSD after military service How climbing the business ladder became a coping strategy The invisible costs of success—and how he found healing Why he believes training is the answer to almost everything How nonprofits can thrive when structured with intention What it really means to do the thing with purpose and integrity Learn more at: SpeedScaling.com YouTube: https://youtu.be/A5mAA72iufI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-combat-vet-to-ethical-empire-builder-fred-smith/id1618590178?i=1000733458403 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jPvHQhf6iwB6maporC8vsJoin the community: DoTheThingCollaboration.com Timestamps:00:00 – How Fred went from combat to corporate03:00 – PTSD, performance, and the truth behind the grind10:00 – What finding your voice really looks like20:00 – From "businessman" to "humanitarian"34:00 – Advice for veterans, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs ready to step into their purpose

    42 min

  8. 18/10/2025

    They Serve Us But Who Serves Them? | First Responders Panel on Awareness, Wellness & Culture Change

    When first responders carry trauma like armor and silence becomes a survival strategy, how can we support those who show up for us day after day, crisis after crisis? In this powerful expert panel, hosted by Stacey Lauren and brought together by Kathryn Severns Avery of Restoration Ranch Colorado, you'll hear stories that rarely get told, truths that will reshape your understanding, and ideas that could spark nationwide change.This isn’t just conversation. It’s the beginning of a movement. Whether you’re a first responder, a family member, or simply someone who wants to help the helpers… this panel is for you.Panelists Stacey Lauren Kathryn Severns Avery Lynette Shaw Mare Brighton Todd Madison Jeff Santelli Robert (Bob) GrayTopics include:PTSD and cumulative trauma in police, fire, EMS, and medical staffRetirement identity loss and the question: “Who am I now?”Why first responders often won’t ask for help—and how to reach them anywayThe power of safe spaces, storytelling, and collective healingA vision for equine therapy, healthy meal programs, 24-hour child care, and moreA new challenge model designed to create awareness, fund missions, and change livesTimestamps00:00 — Introduction02:00 — Kathryn’s Story09:00 — Breaking the Silence30:00 — The Challenge Model59:00 — If Only They Knew… YouTube: https://youtu.be/-wRCIFzPDRU Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/they-serve-us-but-who-serves-them-first-responders/id1618590178?i=1000732453710 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6w6m91FCAW0MHVqCjp4Zmk

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Do The Thing, Don't Wait For Opportunity, Create it In this podcast, we dive into the proven formula for doing anything, anytime, and speak to experts who have successfully applied the pieces of the formula in their own lives. From identifying your goals to breaking them down into actionable steps, from networking and building relationships to persisting through challenges, we explore the strategies and tactics that can help you create opportunities and achieve your dreams. Whether you're starting a business, wanting a new relationship, or simply looking to improve your personal life, each episode will inspire you to take action and create the opportunities so you can live a life that you love. . Join us as we discuss how to Do The Thing and how you can apply it to your own life. http://www.dothethingpodcast.com Instagram @dothethingformula Youtube @dothethingformula Join our Do The Thing Singles Community on FB where we do personal growth challenges- https://www.facebook.com/groups/dothethingsingles/ Join our Do The Thing Challenge Community on FB https://www.facebook.com/groups/dothethingchallenge/ Email Stacey at stacey@dothethingformula.com

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  • Creator
    Stacey Lauren
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    346
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Stacey Lauren
  • Show Website
    Do The Thing