MAKE THINGS HAPPEN with Diana Pagano

Diana Pagano

Do you want something more but don’t know what it is? Do you feel like you are making things happen in your life but sometimes you feel like there's something missing? Diana believes that empowerment and mindset transformation are in reach to anyone who desires more. She is a celebrated speaker and author known for her authenticity and motivational presence and is ready to bring her insight straight to your homes. Prepare for an expedition of self-discovery and improvement, where you’ll unlock your fullest potential! Join the Make Things Happen movement now, @IamDianaPagano on social.

  1. 3d ago

    You are Stronger Than You Think

    In recognition of National Depression Education and Awareness Month (October), this episode of the Make Things Happen podcast explores self-worth, resilience, healing, and finding hope during life's most challenging moments. I’m joined by TEDx speaker, author, coach, and diamond expert Julia Castelli for a powerful conversation that goes far beyond luxury and sparkle. What if everything you’ve been through wasn’t meant to break you, but to refine you? For more insights on mindset and empowerment, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com Julia offers a powerful perspective on how diamonds are formed under pressure and how that same principle can apply to our lives. We explore what it truly means to recognize your own value, especially during moments when you've questioned it the most. This conversation goes deeper than success, titles, or external validation. It's about identity. It's about self-worth. It's about understanding that who you are isn't defined by your past, your circumstances, or the roles you've played, but by the value that has always existed within you. Julia shares her personal journey, the experiences that shaped her, and how she now helps others reconnect with their inner diamond: the part of themselves that is already whole, already worthy, and already enough. If you've ever felt like you're not where you should be... If you've ever questioned your worth, your path, or your potential... If you've experienced difficult seasons and struggled to see a way forward... If you know deep down there's more for you but haven't fully stepped into it yet... This episode is for you. Watch on YouTube now: https://youtu.be/38v5LWxknfU During National Depression Education and Awareness Month, this conversation is also a reminder that struggling doesn't diminish your worth, asking for help is a sign of strength, and no one has to navigate difficult times alone. Because the truth is, pressure doesn't diminish your value. It reveals it. ✨ You are not here to shrink. You are here to shine. Watch the full episode and subscribe to Make Things Happen for more inspiring conversations about personal growth, healing, resilience, and transformation. For anyone navigating a difficult season, remember that there is hope, there is support, and there is a way forward. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 in the United States to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For international support, visit findahelpline.com CONNECT WITH JULIA CASTELLI Website: https://juliacastelli.com Podcast: Show Me Your Diamond Podcast: https://juliacastelli.com/podcast Book: Show Me Your Diamond: A 7-Step Guide to Finding Your Inner Light is available on Amazon and Julia's website. Remember, the power of gratitude, movement, and human connection can help you through difficult moments. You are worthy of support, and you are never alone. With love, 💜 Diana 📲 Follow me for more: 🔥 Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more episodes: /@dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/ #JuliaCastelli #TheMoreMindset #MakeThingsHappen #DianaPagano #NationalDepressionEducationAndAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthAwareness

    You are Stronger Than You Think
  2. Jul 9

    How to reach peak performance in anything you do

    Entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, sales professionals, leaders, athletes, coaches, and parents—if you're committed to performing at your highest level, this conversation is for you. It could change the way you think about performance forever. For more tips on mindset and empowerment, visit dianapagano.com What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your talent, your strategy, or your work ethic—but the hidden beliefs driving your behavior? In this powerful episode of Make Things Happen, I sit downwith Jason Sousa, a performance coach and former elite soccer player who was drafted to the major leagues. Today, Jason helps entrepreneurs, high performers and athletes break free from fear, pressure, and self-protection so they can perform at their highest level when it matters most. Together, we dive into: Why mindset alone isn't enough The hidden patterns that sabotage performance The identity shifts required for lasting success Practical strategies to unlock your next level of performance How elite athletes handle pressure differently What parents, coaches, and leaders often get wrong Whether you're building a business, leading a team, competing in sports, or striving to become the best version of yourself, this episode will challenge the way you think—and give you tools you can immediately apply. Your next breakthrough isn't about doing more—it's about removing what's holding you back so you can become who you're meant to be. Connect with Jason: 👉 https://getyourmentaledge.com 👉 https://www.instagram.com/jasonasousa ⭐ READY TO LEVEL-UP? Join my Intimate Group Coaching Online Experience!  👉 https://dianapagano.com/coaching/ What You’ll Unlock:  ✔️ A powerful shift in how you think, feel, and show up ✔️ A bold mindset that overcomes doubt, fear, and procrastination ✔️ Unshakable confidence, even under pressure ✔️ NLP-based tools to rewire limiting patterns and create lasting change ✔️ Real-time coaching and a community of driven individuals committed to growth and results ⭐ READY TO STEP INTO MORE and live and lead with deeper purpose? Order your copy of The More Mindset today! 👉 http://tinyurl.com/35swxann Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for more, a business leader carrying the weight of others expectations, or juggling work and family while still holding onto big dreams, The More Mindset is your key to start living a life filled with purpose and fulfillment, the life that you’ve always dreamed of. ⭐ RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:  • Energy Never Lies - https://youtu.be/VwyjzBDw-Ro?si=RCgHAtNx8_7PhcZh • Go All In - https://youtu.be/7KwLHh9jwzU?si=U3op7PRIB1b6MZAy • How to Overcome Mental Resistance - https://youtu.be/QB1bgEvItH4?si=JYywCn-zELAmVaAd ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL ☆ @dianapagano for more conversations on mindset, success, leadership, sales, personal development, and making things happen. 📲 Follow me:    👉 YouTube @dianapagano👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano   👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1   👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano   👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano   🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com   🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/

    How to reach peak performance in anything you do
  3. May 7

    Go All In!

    Most people never fail because they aren’t talented enough. They fail because they never fully go all in. In this powerful episode of Make Things Happen, I break down the REAL reason people stay stuck: fear of judgment, fear of criticism, fear of looking foolish, and fear of failing publicly. For more insights on mindset and empowerment, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com If you’ve ever: • Held yourself back because of what others may think • Played small to make other people comfortable • Started something and quit too soon • Felt called to more but hesitated to act …this episode is for you. I share raw personal stories about building success from nothing, knocking on doors in Arizona heat to build my real estate career, overcoming fear on camera, and learning that confidence is built through action—not waiting. You’ll learn: ✨ Why fear is “false evidence appearing real” ✨ How comparison silently destroys momentum ✨ The mindset shift that changes everything ✨ Why discomfort is actually proof of growth ✨ How to stop shrinking yourself and start stepping into your potential ✨ What happens when you commit to going ALL IN for 30 days This is your reminder that you get ONE life to live. The question is: Are you ready to stop playing small, and step into more? 🎧 Watch now and discover what becomes possible when you fully commit to your future self. https://youtu.be/7KwLHh9jwzU 🔔 If you’re ready to break mental limits and step into extraordinary results, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. And if you have not gotten your copy of The More Mindset, get your copy here! The MORE Mindset: https://themoremindset.com 📲 Follow me: 🔥 YouTube: @dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/ #TheMoreMindset #MakeThingsHappen #DianaPagano

    Go All In!
  4. Apr 23

    How to Overcome Mental Resistance (Must Listen)

    What if the real thing holding you back… isn’t what you think? In this episode of the Make Things Happen Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Tara Perry, Hypnotherapist / Acupuncturist / Holistic Healer, to go deeper than surface-level mindset and uncover what’s really driving your results: your subconscious mind. For more insights on mindset, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com  You can have the goals. You can have the strategy. You can have the drive.  But if your subconscious is wired with limiting beliefs… you’ll keep hitting the same ceiling.  This conversation is all about how to identify those hidden patterns, rewire them, and step into the life you know you’re meant for.    🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:  Why your subconscious mind is running the show (even when you think you’re in control)  How early experiences shape your beliefs about money, success, and self-worth  The connection between emotional blocks and physical pain  Why you feel stuck—even when you know what to do  How to start shifting your identity and creating real change  I also open up about my own experience—how emotional patterns I didn’t realize I was holding onto showed up physically, and what shifted when I addressed the root.  🔥 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QB1bgEvItH4   🎧 Connect with Dr. Tara Perry:  Website: https://consulttara.com  Podcast: https://nextlevelhealing.transistor.fm  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drtaragraceperry  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taragperry/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtaraperry  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtaraperry  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtaraperry  If you’re ready to break mental limits and step into extraordinary results, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. And if you have not gotten your copy of The More Mindset, get your copy here! The MORE Mindset: https://themoremindset.com/ 📲 Follow me: 🔥 Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more episodes: /@dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/

    How to Overcome Mental Resistance (Must Listen)
  5. Mar 19

    Energy Never Lies

    In this conversation on Make Things Happen featuring Chakra Coach Laura Morrice, we explore something that has fascinated me for over a decade—the connection between our energy, mindset, and the results we create in life. Many people focus on changing their lives by doing more. But what if the deeper shift begins with your energy? Laura shares her powerful personal story of rising from rock bottom and discovering how the chakra system became a framework for understanding emotional patterns, limiting beliefs, and the cycles we often find ourselves repeating. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ What the chakra system is and where it comes from ✨ How childhood experiences shape our subconscious beliefs ✨ The connection between energy, emotions, and manifestation ✨ Practical ways to start shifting your mindset and energy today One of the most powerful insights from this conversation: Your thoughts send signals, but your emotions amplify them. If you’ve ever felt like you’re capable of more but something invisible keeps holding you back, this episode will open your perspective on how energy and mindset work together to shape your life. 🎧 Watch now and make sure to subscribe! So you get more conversations about mindset, personal growth, leadership, and turning possibility into action.🔥 https://youtu.be/VwyjzBDw-Ro Learn more about Laura Morrice: 🌐 Website: https://lauramorrice.com Order your copy of Laura’s book Signposts to Source. https://bit.ly/3PqogO7 And! If you have not gotten your copy of The More Mindset, get your copy here! https://themoremindset.com 📲 Follow me: 🔥 YouTube @dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/ #LauraMorrice #DianaPagano #MakeThingsHappen

    Energy Never Lies
  6. Mar 10

    The Future of Financial Resilience

    What does financial resilience really look like? In this episode of Make Things Happen, I sit down with business coach and financial resilience strategist Phuti Mphelo for a powerful conversation about wealth building, leadership, and the mindset required to create financial freedom from the ground up. For more insights on mindset and empowerment, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com Phuti didn’t inherit success. She built it. Brick by brick. Decision by decision. And what struck me most in this conversation is that financial resilience isn’t just about money — it’s about identity. We talk about: 💰 The mindset shift that transforms your relationship with money 💰 How to build financial strength when resources feel limited 💰 Why emotional resilience and financial resilience go hand in hand 💰 The courage it takes to think long-term instead of short-term survival 💰 What it truly means to create generational impact This episode goes beyond tactics. It’s about ownership. Vision. Discipline. And believing you are capable of building something sustainable — even if you’re starting from zero. If you’re navigating uncertainty… If you want to strengthen your financial foundation… If you’re ready to stop reacting and start building… This conversation will stretch your thinking. Watch now on YouTube — and step into a new level of financial resilience. https://youtu.be/MRl2CUUxz2Q Connect with Phuti on her website: http://phutimphelo.com And on Instagram: @phuti.mphelo -------------------------------------- For even more inspiration including mindset tools and techniques: 📘 Order my book — THE MORE MINDSET. Available now on: Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/35swxann Barnes & Noble: https://tinyurl.com/5wphbc8w The More Mindset is more than a story — It’s a manual for anyone who knows there has to be more. It’s my journey through doubt, pain, setbacks, breakthroughs, and unwavering faith… written for the person who refuses to settle and is ready to rise. 🌍 Learn more: http://themoremindset.com -------------------------------------- 📲 Follow me: 🔥 Subscribe to my channel for more episodes: @dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/

    The Future of Financial Resilience
  7. Feb 26

    No, AI Will NEVER Replace YOU

    What if the version of you that’s been trying so hard to “fix” your life… isn’t even the real you? In this powerful episode of Make Things Happen, I sit down with best-selling author, transformational coach and speaker Derek Rydall for a mind-expanding conversation about identity, purpose, AI, and the future of humanity. For more insights on mindset and empowerment, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com From being a computer geek fascinated with hacking systems… to becoming a professional actor… to experiencing a near-death moment that changed everything — Derek shares the profound awakening that led him to discover what he calls The Law of Emergence. 💡 What if you’re not broken? 💡 What if your life’s work is already encoded in your life story? 💡 What if the answers you’ve been searching for… are already within you? As we step deeper into the AI age, Derek explains why developing your inner technology may be more important than mastering external tools. This episode dives into: ✨ The myth of self-improvement ✨ Why your pain holds the seeds of your purpose ✨ How to “make it welcome” instead of forcing life to happen ✨ What AI can never replace ✨ How to future-proof your life, work, and wealth ✨ Why knowing yourself is the ultimate advantage If you’ve ever wondered where to begin… how to pivot… or how to rise in uncertain times — this conversation will challenge, inspire, and empower you. This isn’t just about success. It’s about becoming a whole new human. 🎧 Press play and discover why the greatest evolution starts within. 🔥 Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JMcnFcofp-c 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more transformational conversations. 👉 Learn more about Derek on his website: https://derekrydall.com 👉 Order Derek’s new book: “A Whole New Human: Ten Ways We Must Evolve to Survive and Thrive in the AI Age” https://derekrydall.com/wholenewhuman 👉 “A Whole New Human” is also available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kTVXU7 👉 See all of Derek’s books: https://amzn.to/4r1rzZp 👉Check out Derek’s Podcast Emergence: https://derekrydall.com/podcasts/ For even more inspiration including mindset tools and techniques: 📘 Order my book — THE MORE MINDSET. Available now on: Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/35swxann Barnes & Noble: https://tinyurl.com/5wphbc8w The More Mindset is more than a story — It’s a manual for anyone who knows there has to be more. It’s my journey through doubt, pain, setbacks, breakthroughs, and unwavering faith… written for the person who refuses to settle and is ready to rise. 🌍 Learn more: http://themoremindset.com -------------------------------------- 📲 Follow me: 🔥 YouTube: @dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/

    No, AI Will NEVER Replace YOU
  8. Feb 19

    THE MINDSET OF HIGH ACHIEVERS - Powerful Motivational Video for Success

    What if success had less to do with talent… and everything to do with how you show up? In this electrifying episode of Make Things Happen with Diana Pagano, I sit down with legendary Hollywood #1 International acting coach and communication expert Bernard Hiller to uncover what separates average performers from unforgettable ones. For more insights on mindset and empowerment, visit my website: https://dianapagano.com Bernard has trained top film actors, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and world-class speakers across 26 countries. His message is bold: 👉 Trust your instincts 👉 Emotion is power 👉 The messenger matters more than the message 👉 Courage is a daily choice 👉 If it doesn’t scare people, it’s not a big enough dream Whether you're in sales, leadership, entrepreneurship, or stepping onto a stage, this conversation will challenge the way you think about confidence, charisma, and personal impact. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, feared public speaking, or wondered how high performers create magnetic presence — this episode is your roadmap. Stay to the end for Bernard’s advice for anyone on the verge of giving up. It might be exactly what you need to hear. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a8WX6h3J-6o 🎯 Learn more about Bernard: https://bernardhiller.com 👉 Learn transformational business techniques from Bernard: https://bernardhiller.com/business/ 👉 Email Bernard at bernard@bernardhiller.com If this episode moved you, make sure to: ✅ Subscribe ✅ Like ✅ Share with someone ready to level up Your next breakthrough might begin with the courage to feel. For even more inspiration including mindset tools and techniques: 📘 Order my book — THE MORE MINDSET. Available now on: Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/35swxann Barnes & Noble: https://tinyurl.com/5wphbc8w The More Mindset is more than a story — It’s a manual for anyone who knows there has to be more. It’s my journey through doubt, pain, setbacks, breakthroughs, and unwavering faith… written for the person who refuses to settle and is ready to rise. 🌍 Learn more: http://themoremindset.com -------------------------------------- 📲 Follow me: 🔥 YouTube: @dianapagano 👉 Instagram: @iamdianapagano 👉 TikTok: @iamdianapagano1 👉 Facebook: @iamdianapagano 👉 LinkedIn: @diana-pagano 🌐 Website: https://dianapagano.com 🛍 ️ Shop Motivational Merch: https://dianapagano.com/shop/

    THE MINDSET OF HIGH ACHIEVERS - Powerful Motivational Video for Success
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Do you want something more but don’t know what it is? Do you feel like you are making things happen in your life but sometimes you feel like there's something missing? Diana believes that empowerment and mindset transformation are in reach to anyone who desires more. She is a celebrated speaker and author known for her authenticity and motivational presence and is ready to bring her insight straight to your homes. Prepare for an expedition of self-discovery and improvement, where you’ll unlock your fullest potential! Join the Make Things Happen movement now, @IamDianaPagano on social.