Bold Moves Business Podcast for Entrepreneurs

Angela Merzib
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Bold Moves is the podcast where we dive into the inspiring journeys of fearless entrepreneurs who have taken bold steps to build their dreams. I'm Angela Merzib, your host and founder of Be Bold Branding. My podcast is all about uncovering valuable lessons and providing listeners with actionable tips from industry experts. The Bold Moves Podcast guides, inspires, and reminds entrepreneurs at all stages of growth that more is possible if you're willing to make some bold moves.

  1. Sep 20

    Why Simplicity Is the Most Underrated Business Strategy with Megan Houde

    A successful business can still be the wrong life. In the latest episode of Bold Moves, Megan shares how she and her husband sold their award-winning restaurant after more than a decade. The business looked successful from the outside, but it had consumed their personal lives, contributed to serious health challenges, and left no room for the freedom they wanted. Megan rebuilt from there, creating Chinook Skincare around a different definition of success: simplicity, integrity, and a business that supports her lifestyle. (00:00) Restaurant success and personal sacrifice (03:57) Making a Life Pivot (08:43) Experimenting with CBD and skincare (12:37) Discovering product effectiveness (14:35) Choosing a business model (20:11) Finding Your Own Strategy (22:29) Learning Meta Ads and Personalizing Marketing (24:46) Learning to Analyze Ads (30:20) Sustainability challenges for small businesses (33:18) Explaining product value differences (36:51) Finding authentic connections (37:31) Finding clarity through nature walks (42:51) Year of intentional isolation (44:01) Coping with overwhelming stress (47:16) Sharing show notes and links Connect with Megan: Website: chinookskincare.com Get $10 off the Mini Kit for a limited time at with the code BOLD10. Social media: LinkedIn (Megan Houde) https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-houde-2b0392149/ Facebook (Chinook Skincare) https://www.facebook.com/ChinookSkincare Instagram (Chinook Skincare) https://www.instagram.com/chinookskincare ______ Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela Merzib Download Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients Curious if a Private Member Association is the right structure for your business? Download the free checklist  Ready to build a brand that can’t be cancelled? Join the Sacred Rebellion PMA

    Why Simplicity Is the Most Underrated Business Strategy with Megan Houde

  2. Sep 13

    Closing the Gap Between Strategy and Execution with Chris Majer

    What happens between a strong strategy and actual results? That’s where many founders and leadership teams get stuck. In this episode of Bold Moves, I talk with Chris Major, founder and CEO of the Human Potential Project, about closing the knowing-doing gap. Chris Major explains why understanding a concept doesn’t create competence, why practice is the only path to embodied performance, and why organizations need to build cultures where people can say, “I don’t know” and “I screwed up.” The conversation moves from leadership and learning to organizational coordination, trust, accountability, and the outdated management systems still shaping modern workplaces. Chris Major also shares the unexpected story of building his business from work with athletes and Special Forces teams to major corporate clients, including AT&T and Capital One. At the center of it all is a practical challenge: stop collecting strategies and start developing the capabilities required to execute them. Timestamps: (00:00) Universal performance principles (05:32 Rethinking learning and performance (09:17 Learning new management practices (13:13 Embracing being a beginner (14:19) The stages of learning and growth (20:36) University and early career path (21:58) Annual Invitational Rugby Tournament (25:25) Blending ancient and modern practices (29:09) Working with Special Forces teams (34:25) Avoiding startup overeating pitfalls (36:35) Capital One's innovative beginnings (39:09) Developing training programs at Capital One (42:50) Measuring strategy success and challenges (45:50) Critique of MBA and PhD Programs (49:43) Book promotion and online presence Connect with Chris: Websites: https://chrismajer.com/ https://humanpotentialproject.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismajer/ Get Chris' book "The Power to Transform" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Transform-New-Future-Awaits/dp/1641463570 ________ Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela MerzibDownload Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients Curious if a Private Member Association is the right structure for your business? Download the free checklist  Ready to build a brand that can’t be cancelled? Join the Sacred Rebellion PMA

    Closing the Gap Between Strategy and Execution with Chris Majer

  3. Aug 15

    Why Reinvention is a Business Owner's Superpower with Cydney Mar

    Welcome to Bold Moves! In today’s episode, Angela sits down with Cydney Mar, a remarkable founder and product development strategist whose career spans over 45 years turning ideas into multi-million dollar brands. From an early start as a competitive figure skater for Canada, Cydney Mar faced a dramatic accident that ended her athletic career, only to reinvent herself as a designer whose collections have been sold on live television worldwide, generating over $300 million in global sales. Now 67 and still innovating, Cydney Mar runs a 100% Indigenous-owned consulting practice, helping founders take their products from sketch to shelf. Twice, she has rebuilt her life from scratch, and she’s here to share candid insights about reinvention, resilience, and the real stories behind product development—from live TV mishaps to launching her own health product line after a major health scare. Get ready for a conversation about discipline, curiosity, and why your best chapter is yet to come! (00:00) Growing up and skating career (04:36) Early morning skating routine (09:36) Discovering a passion for sewing (10:50) Starting a skating costume business (15:28) Lessons from Skating Challenges (19:15) Starting at the new factory (21:54) Live TV sales strategy (24:54) Live translation experiences (30:11) Recovering and starting vitamin business (32:21) Choosing to Work from Home (37:14) Embracing Change and Reinvention (40:12) Organizing client project ideas (44:05) Initial financial discussion with founders (47:34) Morning routine and workmen visit (50:02) Helping others launch ideas (51:28) Ending the show Connect with Sydney: Websites: www.cydneymar.comwww.cydneymarwellness.com Social media links: Cydney Mar  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cydney.mar X https://x.com/CydneyMar LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/cydney-mar-89741/  Cydney Mar Consulting  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cydneymarstrategist IG https://www.instagram.com/cydneymarstrategist/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcydneymar Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@cydneymarfashion2883 Cydney Mar Wellness  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cydneymarwellness/ IG https://www.instagram.com/cydneymarwellness/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcydneymar Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@cydneymarwellness___________ Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela Merzib Download Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients Curious if a Private Member Association is the right structure for your business? Download the free checklist  Ready to build a brand that can’t be cancelled? Join the Sacred Rebellion PMA

    Why Reinvention is a Business Owner's Superpower with Cydney Mar

  4. Aug 10

    The Matriarchal Money Shift: How Women Are Redefining Wealth and Legacy

    In this episode, we dive deep into a game-changing conversation on the future of wealth and what it really means to build sustainable abundance as a woman. Our guest, Isha Vela, somatic psychologist, financial strategist, matriarchal wealth activist, and founder of the Wealth Ecology Institute shares a radically different vision for the economics of tomorrow. Tired of the old patriarchal script of endless accumulation, Isha Vela teaches women to “move money like a matriarch,” stewarding resources for land, lineage, and legacy instead of simply chasing more. We’ll unpack the mindset and somatic shifts required to move from scarcity and hyper-independence to community, circulation, and trust. Isha lets us in on her personal journey, the lessons of burnout and healing, and why the upcoming great wealth transfer could be a portal for paradigm change. Get ready for practical insights, collective business models, and a call to shed the scarcity story so we can all create a future where wealth is about more than what sits in your bank account—it’s about what you build and give back together. Timestamps: (00:00) Rethinking Money and Resources (07:01) Journey to Becoming a Financial Strategist (10:51) Discussing scarcity and community thinking (12:34) Navigating communal living challenges (16:12) Intuitive self-reflection and connection (20:54) The great wealth transfer discussion (21:49) The Great Wealth Transfer (26:53) Trusting in financial uncertainty (30:19) Collaborative business partnership dynamics (33:37) Network marketing and relationships (36:24) Integrity in network marketing (39:18) Discussing matriarchy as an option (43:47) Considering relational accountability (47:22) Embracing Big Dreams (48:28) Embracing Ambition and Self-Permission (52:08) Basics of shifting mindsets Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela Merzib Download Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients Curious if a Private Member Association is the right structure for your business? Download the free checklist  Ready to build a brand that can’t be cancelled? Join the Sacred Rebellion PMA ___________ Connect with Isha: Website www.ishavela.com www.wealthecologyinstitute.com (Coming soon) Social Media: Instagram: @wakingup_wealthy YouTube: wealthecologyinstitute LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/isha-vela-ph-d-matriarchal-wealth-activist-and-strategist Free Gift: Isha's mini-course, FLOW, that teaches people how to move money like a matriarch: https://links.eschub.com/widget/form/TvsJJKnkNzW8C3R7VGUH

    The Matriarchal Money Shift: How Women Are Redefining Wealth and Legacy

  5. May 31

    From the Height of Misery to the Height of Meaning: Aligning with Your Higher Self with Graham Skidmore

    On this episode of Bold Moves, I sat down with Graham Skidmore, a former corporate executive who walked away from the traditional path to find real fulfillment. We talked about hitting rock bottom at the height of outward success, the journey through burnout, and discovering true health by integrating Western and Eastern practices. Graham Skidmore shared powerful insights on tuning into your authentic self, building human-centric businesses, and using AI to enhance—not replace—our innate potential. Together, we dive into topics like the integration of Western and Eastern healing modalities, the power of reframing adversity as opportunity, and the cycle of personal growth. Graham reveals how his experiences inspired him to create Harmony Health Institute and SaaS Solutions—two organizations focused on empowering individuals and building a human-centric ecosystem, with AI as a tool for good. If you’re ready to explore what it means to restore your genuine self and reclaim your potential in a world that often feels rigged, this episode will challenge and inspire you to take bold moves of your own. Timestamps: (00:00) Graham's journey to personal growth (03:31) Reevaluating life and career choices (08:18) Contemplating a mushroom journey (09:53) Personal growth and self-discovery (14:18) Earth as a learning experience (19:31) Understanding and Embracing Intuitive Gifts (21:49) Listening to your body's wisdom (25:52) Operating from a place of love (27:57) Integrating Tech and Spirituality (30:52) Personalizing AI for Individual Needs (35:02) Finding personal freedom in work (39:48) Debating AI vs. human future (43:23) Balancing openness and safety (44:39) Creating supportive environments for growth (49:14) Encouraging words and gratitude (50:29) Self-care and personal well-being Connect with Graham Youtube: https://youtube.com/@understandingthescienceofyou?si=6p7y8ailISDVfg4wLinedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/graham-skidmoreWebsites: harmonyhealthinstitute.comsathtechnology.comFree Coaching Session:  https://calendly.com/graham-skidmore/60minConnect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela MerzibDownload Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients

    From the Height of Misery to the Height of Meaning: Aligning with Your Higher Self with Graham Skidmore

  6. May 10

    Unstoppable Momentum: The Physics-Inspired Method for Sustainable Business Success with Chip Higgins

    This episode is all about unlocking unstoppable momentum in your business, featuring acclaimed strategist, performance coach, and bestselling author Chip Higgins. Drawing on his 35 years in banking and his unique physics-inspired approach, Chip Higgins teaches entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders how to harness momentum for sustainable growth – not just by working harder, but by working smarter. 💡 Top 3 Takeaways:1️⃣ How applying Newton’s laws can simplify and supercharge your business momentum2️⃣ Why clarity, discipline, and repeatable systems are essential for entrepreneurs determined to beat the odds3️⃣ The critical role of energy and culture in creating sustainable growth—beyond mere numbers Connect with Chip: Website: www.bizzics.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chip-higgins-072a754Personal website: www.chiphiggins.comGet your 7 day free trial subscription to Bizzics On Demand agent that offers a "contextualized experience" of the book. No card required: https://www.bizzics.com/bizzics-on-demand/Free Business Momentum assessment: https://chiphiggins.com/assessment/Book: The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum Momentum Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela MerzibDownload Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients

    Unstoppable Momentum: The Physics-Inspired Method for Sustainable Business Success with Chip Higgins

  7. Apr 25

    Fueling Your Future by Facing Your Past with Mike Skrypnek

    Welcome to the Bold Moves podcast! In this episode, host Angela Merzib sits down with Mike Skripnik, an executive leadership expert, men's mental health advocate, and bestselling author of nine books. Mike Skripnik opens up about his journey from a successful wealth management career to helping leaders and entrepreneurs navigate vulnerability and personal challenges—especially men in positions of influence. After the pandemic upended his business, Mike Skripnik experienced a personal crisis that forced him to confront long-buried trauma and reevaluate the connection between self-worth, vulnerability, and leadership. Drawing on his lived experience and deep research, Mike Skripnik now focuses on supporting men in overcoming limitations, developing emotional awareness, and building healthier communities—both at work and at home. Join us for a candid, thought-provoking conversation about the power of facing your past to truly fuel your future, and why emotional health is the real superpower for leaders today. If you’re ready to do the hard but rewarding work of growth, check out Mike Skripnek’s book Unlimited Worth, and let’s keep the conversation going! Get it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BF34MGYL Interested in personal transformation? Check out Mike Skripnek’s new retreat launching this fall (details coming soon!). Connect with Mike: Website: www.unlimitedworth.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/growgetgive/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimited_worth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeskrypnek/ Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela MerzibDownload Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients

    Fueling Your Future by Facing Your Past with Mike Skrypnek

  8. Apr 19

    How to Nearshore Without Breaking Culture, Speed, or Quality with Brian Samson

    In today’s hyper-connected business world, finding and working with the right talent isn’t just about local recruitment—it’s about leveraging a global workforce in a way that sustains quality, speed, and company culture. On a recent episode of the Bold Moves podcast, host Angela Merzib engaged Brian Sampson, founder of Plug Technologies, in a wide-ranging conversation about harnessing the power of nearshoring with Latin American talent. Here, we dive deep into the wisdom Brian has to share, dispel common misconceptions, and draw out practical strategies for entrepreneurs considering this bold move. We get into: Why aligning time zones can be a game-changer for team communication and business momentumThe overlooked entrepreneurial edge Latin American talent brings—resilience, problem-solving, and loyaltyThe importance of the founder in early sales and building company culture from Day 1 Connect with Brian plugg.tech nearshorecafepodcast.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansamson/Connect with Angela: Instagram: @beboldbrandingWebsite: beboldbranding.comLinkedIn: Angela Merzib Download Angela's Free Guide: "Turn Clicks Into Clients" https://beboldbranding.com/clicks-to-clients

    How to Nearshore Without Breaking Culture, Speed, or Quality with Brian Samson
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Bold Moves is the podcast where we dive into the inspiring journeys of fearless entrepreneurs who have taken bold steps to build their dreams. I'm Angela Merzib, your host and founder of Be Bold Branding. My podcast is all about uncovering valuable lessons and providing listeners with actionable tips from industry experts. The Bold Moves Podcast guides, inspires, and reminds entrepreneurs at all stages of growth that more is possible if you're willing to make some bold moves.

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