The INNER Estate with Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart
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The Inner Estate with Bridget Ann Stuart explores the inner work behind meaningful success. Through honest conversations with entrepreneurs, real estate leaders, authors, coaches, and high performers, Bridget examines identity, leadership, resilience, reinvention, relationships, and sustainable business growth. Follow The Inner Estate on Apple Podcasts so new conversations are automatically added to your library.

  1. 2d ago

    How to Raise Capital for a Growing Company and What Lenders Want From Leaders | James Mendelsohn

    Could the way you lead influence whether your business gets funded? James Mendelsohn, founder of Proximo Capital, joins Bridget Ann Stuart on The Inner Estate to explore how leadership, company culture, and management teams influence business financing decisions. He shares why lenders and investors look beyond revenue and profit when evaluating opportunities to provide debt and equity capital for business growth and acquisitions. Episode Highlights • Why leadership quality matters to lenders and investors • How Proximo Capital helps smaller businesses access growth financing • James's analytical role in Capital One's What's in Your Wallet campaign • The risks of delegating without enough instruction or support • Why silence from your team does not guarantee understanding • Turning a founder's knowledge into clear, repeatable processes • What an unexpected medical absence revealed about his business • Building a workplace that puts health and family first • Financing considerations for buying or selling a company About James Mendelsohn James Mendelsohn is the founder of Proximo Capital, a capital advisory firm helping small and middle market businesses secure financing and navigate growth, acquisitions, and ownership transitions. His experience includes roles at Capital One, McKinsey & Company, and private equity backed businesses. He brings expertise in lending, payments, corporate strategy, and capital raising to his work with founders, operators, and investors. Connect With James Website: https://www.proximocapital.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-mendelsohn-343195/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proximocapital/ About The INNER Estate Hosted by Bridget Ann Stuart, The INNER Estate explores personal growth, business, leadership, mindset, and the decisions that shape a meaningful and successful life. Connect with Bridget YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ Subscribe and follow for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and individuals who are creating success on their own terms.

  2. 6d ago

    Work Less, Make More: He Went From 90 Hour Work Weeks to 30 and Doubled His Income | George Rivera

    What happens when your business gets your best and your family gets whatever is left? Entrepreneur and author George Rivera shares how generating more than $400 million in online sales came with a personal cost. His father's final advice about showing up for his son became a wake up call, but it still took three years to begin making meaningful changes. George joins Bridget Stuart to explore founder burnout, the pull of being indispensable, and the quiet drift that happens when families stop expecting you to be available. He shares how he reduced his workweek from 90 hours to no more than 30 while more than doubling his income. From rebuilding trust at home to empowering a team and creating meaningful business relationships, George offers practical ways to reclaim your time and become someone your family can count on. Highlights • The message from George's father that forced him to reconsider the cost of success • Why being the hero in your business can create dependency • Delegating authority and allowing your team to make decisions • Recognizing the quiet drift in your marriage and family • Rebuilding trust when your children have stopped asking for your attention • Starting with a two week freedom audit to identify work you can release • Creating space for health, reflection, and personal growth • How Founder Dad Dinners give successful men room to speak honestly • Building referrals through generosity, trust, and thoughtful introductions • Helping children develop confidence through Leo Interviews Academy Book mentioned: One Call Away by George Rivera About George Rivera George Rivera is an entrepreneur, author, and father who built a supplement company past $200 million. After years of providing financially while missing important moments at home, a message from his dying father challenged him to change. He redesigned his role, reclaimed his time, and continued growing the business while becoming more present for his wife and son. Today, he helps founder dads reconnect with their families and hosts gatherings where men can speak honestly about the pressures behind their success. Connect with George: buybacktimeformula.com  beforetheystopasking.com  founderdadtables.com About The INNER Estate Hosted by Bridget Ann Stuart, The INNER Estate explores personal growth, business, leadership, mindset, and the decisions that shape a meaningful and successful life. Connect with Bridget YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ Subscribe and follow for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and individuals who are creating success on their own terms.

  3. Nov 3

    The Robot Revolution in Healthcare: Can We Really Save a Nurse Per Floor? | Kate McAfoose

    What happens when robots become so valuable that nurses ask for them back? Kate McAfoose, President of Chang Robotics and CEO of Curabotics, joins Bridget Stuart to explore healthcare robotics, nurse burnout, and the leadership required to introduce new technology. She shares how autonomous delivery robots help reduce supply runs, support hospital teams, and give nurses more time to focus on patients. Successful innovation depends on how people experience the change. Kate explains how unclear communication can fuel employee fear and even sabotage, why training starts long before a system is handed over, and what it takes to build trust around automation. She also shares her unexpected path from civil engineering to robotics and the questions keeping her awake as she prepares for company growth while protecting its culture. Highlights • How Kate's mother's nursing career helped inspire her work in healthcare robotics • How hospital robots navigate elevators, automated doors, and emergency procedures • The hospital pilot that Kate says reached 96 percent adoption within four weeks • Why nurses asked for their robots back when the pilot paused • What employee resistance and sabotage taught her about communicating change • Why staff training is a requirement in Chang Robotics' client contracts • How Kate moved from designing airport runways to leading robotics companies • The challenge of protecting company culture while preparing to double or triple in size • Emerging applications for autonomous wheels, cleaning robots, and household robotics About Kate McAfoose Kate McAfoose, P.E., President of Chang Robotics, CEO of Curabotics, is a nationally recognized leader in automation and healthcare innovation. With over 15 years of experience, she has spearheaded initiatives including the world's largest autonomous robotic system and hospital robotics designed to reduce nurse burnout. Named a Top 40 Under 40 by the Jacksonville Business Journal and a Stevie® Award winner for Most Innovative Woman of the Year, Kate is dedicated to advancing robotics solutions that enhance efficiency, empower workforces, and improve patient care. Connect With Kate LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-mcafoose/ Website: https://changrobotics.ai/ About The INNER Estate Hosted by Bridget Ann Stuart, The INNER Estate explores personal growth, business, leadership, mindset, and the decisions that shape a meaningful and successful life. Connect with Bridget YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ Subscribe and follow for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and individuals who are creating success on their own terms.

  4. Oct 30

    Doctor Says Aging Is a Disease and It Is Never Too Late to Slow It Down | Dr. Michael Aziz

    What if your body is aging faster than your actual age? And what if some of the choices you make today could change how healthy, active, and independent you are years from now? Dr. Michael Aziz explains why he believes aging is a disease and explores the science of biological age, chronological age, longevity, healthspan, cellular health, and anti-aging medicine. Discover how nutrition, sugar, processed foods, protein, strength training, sleep, stress management, hormone balance, GLP-1 medications, supplements, and emerging longevity treatments may influence how quickly the body ages—and what practical steps you can take to support healthier aging. Dr. Michael Aziz is a board-certified internal medicine physician, bestselling author, and respected longevity advocate. He is the author of The Ageless Revolution and The Perfect 10 Diet, books that examine aging, preventive medicine, nutrition, hormonal balance, and long-term health. Dr. Aziz joins The INNER Estate to share his perspective on why aging should be treated as a disease, how people can improve their healthspan, and why it is never too late to make meaningful changes that support energy, mobility, independence, and quality of life. Episode Highlight: Why Dr. Michael Aziz believes aging is a disease. Biological age versus chronological age explained. How sugar and processed foods may accelerate aging. Why protein and strength training support healthy aging. The role of sleep, stress, and cellular health in longevity. How to protect muscle, balance, mobility, and independence. What GLP-1 medications and hormone therapy mean for aging. How Blue Zone habits can support a longer, healthier life. Why mindset and relationships matter for longevity. Practical ways to slow aging at any age. Books Mentioned The Ageless Revolution by Dr. Michael Aziz The Perfect 10 Diet by Dr. Michael Aziz Dr. Michael Aziz is a board-certified internal medicine physician, bestselling author, and longevity advocate focused on preventive medicine, healthy aging, and improving healthspan. He is the author of The Ageless Revolution and The Perfect 10 Diet, and shares practical insights on nutrition, cellular health, hormonal balance, and lifestyle choices that may support energy, mobility, independence, and quality of life as we age. Connect with Dr. Aziz Official Website and Health Resources: https://www.michaelazizmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelazizmd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.aziz.184 About The INNER Estate Hosted by Bridget Ann Stuart, The INNER Estate explores personal growth, business, leadership, mindset, and the decisions that shape a meaningful and successful life. Connect with Bridget YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ Subscribe and follow for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and individuals who are creating success on their own terms. Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any questions or concerns about your health before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, medications, supplements, or treatment plan.

  5. Oct 27

    How to Pick the Perfect Franchise (Even If You Have No Idea Where to Start) | Jon Ostenson

    How do you choose the right franchise when you do not know what you are looking for? We explore how to find the best franchise opportunity, evaluate franchise options, compare non-food franchises, understand franchise costs and financing, and identify the business model that fits your skills, goals, lifestyle, and vision for financial freedom. If you are considering franchise ownership, business ownership, entrepreneurship, or a career change, this will help you discover opportunities you may never have considered. Jon Ostenson is the founder and CEO of FranBridge Consulting, author of Non-Food Franchising, and an experienced franchise advisor, investor, and business owner. With a background in corporate leadership, experience as president of a national franchise system, and personal ownership of multiple franchises, Jon helps aspiring entrepreneurs find the right franchise and navigate the path to business ownership. His expertise in non-food franchising, franchise evaluation, financing, and building businesses with established systems makes him a trusted guide for anyone searching for the right franchise opportunity. Episode Highlight Discover franchise opportunities beyond restaurants. Learn how to choose the right franchise for your goals. Compare franchising, starting a business, and buying an existing company. Understand franchise costs, SBA loans, and financing options. See why transferable skills can matter more than industry experience. Learn how franchise systems and training support new owners. Find out how to evaluate unexpected franchise opportunities. Understand why focus is essential for sustainable business growth. Explore Jon's 5F framework for balancing business and life. Learn why meaningful experiences matter as much as building wealth. Books and resources mentioned Non-Food Franchising by Jon Ostenson 🎁 Jon is offering The INNER Estate audience a complimentary downloadable copy of his book. Get your free copy at https://franbridgeconsulting.com/ Die With Zero by Bill Perkins FranBridge Consulting. Explore non-food franchise opportunities and request a complimentary introductory consultation with Jon to discuss your business ownership goals. Visit https://franbridgeconsulting.com/ About the guest: Jon Ostenson is the founder and CEO of FranBridge Consulting, author of Non-Food Franchising, and an experienced franchise advisor, investor, and business owner. Drawing on his corporate leadership background, experience as president of a national franchise system, and ownership of multiple franchises, he helps aspiring entrepreneurs evaluate franchise opportunities and build businesses aligned with their goals, skills, and lifestyle. Connect with Jon Ostenson YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@JonOstensonFBC Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JonOstenson1 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonostenson/ About The INNER Estate Hosted by Bridget Ann Stuart, The INNER Estate explores personal growth, business, leadership, mindset, and the decisions that shape a meaningful and successful life. Connect with Bridget YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ Subscribe and follow for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and individuals who are creating success on their own terms.

  6. Oct 23

    The Truth About Business Independence: What They Don't Tell You | Charles Gaudet

    Business independence sounds like the ultimate goal, but what does it really take to build a business that can grow, generate predictable profits, and operate without the founder doing everything? In this episode, Charles Gaudet reveals the truth about business independence, founder dependency, recurring revenue, scalable systems, business growth, and the hidden challenges entrepreneurs face when trying to create more freedom. Learn why hard work and referrals alone can create unpredictable revenue, how clear KPIs and documented processes improve profitability, and what it really takes to escape the founder trap without sacrificing your health, family, or quality of life. Charles Gaudet is a business coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Predictable Profits, where he helps business owners build scalable systems, recurring revenue, stronger profit margins, and more predictable growth. Drawing from his experience building companies, overcoming burnout, carrying more than $1 million in debt, and working with successful entrepreneurs, Charles brings a practical perspective on business independence, founder freedom, leadership, and long-term success. Episode Highlight: • Why hard work and referrals can still create unpredictable revenue • How recurring revenue makes growth more stable • Why founder dependency limits scale • How Charles created new revenue while carrying over $1 million in debt • What Planet Fitness taught him about systems, margins, and customer experience • How one business discovered a core service was losing money • Why every employee needs a clear KPI • How burnout changed Charles's approach to business • Why better questions can help build a business around the life you want • Why wealth is about more than money, including family, health, time, and quality of life Resources Mentioned Predictable Profits www.predictableprofits.com Learn more about Charles's work helping founders create more predictable and scalable businesses. Charles Gaudet www.charlesgaudet.com SuperConsumer Resource https://start.predictableprofits.com/superconsumer Predictable Profits Community https://start.predictableprofits.com/community Founders Fuel https://foundersfuel.co About Charles Gaudet Charles Gaudet is a business coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Predictable Profits, where he helps business owners create scalable systems, recurring revenue, and more predictable growth. Drawing from his experience building companies, overcoming burnout, and working with successful entrepreneurs, Charles teaches founders how to improve profitability without sacrificing their health, family, or quality of life. Connect With Charles Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PredictableProfits/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/predictableprofits/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/predictableprofits About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The INNER Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart

  7. Oct 20

    The Truth About Manifestation: Why You Can't Control Your Reality Yet | Lynnsey Robinson

    What if manifestation is not about controlling your reality, but about understanding the subconscious beliefs that shape what feels safe, familiar, and possible? Bridget Ann Stuart and Certified Hypnotherapist and Intuitive Mindset Coach Lynnsey Robinson explore why your conscious goals can conflict with subconscious programming, how hypnosis and mindset work can help uncover those patterns, and why lasting change begins within. Lynnsey leaves us with a simple message worth remembering:  You ain't seen nothing yet. Episode Highlight How subconscious beliefs shape your thoughts, behaviors, relationships, finances, and decisions Why your mind may resist the goals you consciously want to achieve How hypnosis works and why people naturally enter trance-like states every day Why you cannot be hypnotized against your will and why trust matters in subconscious work How early-life beliefs can influence what feels safe, familiar, and possible Why affirmations do not work the same way for everyone How journaling, meditation, guided hypnosis, manifestation, and EFT can support mindset change The connection between subconscious beliefs and money, success, and abundance Why high performers can still feel stuck even when their lives look successful from the outside How emotional awareness, morning routines, and intentional inner work can help create lasting personal change Resources Mentioned Align Your Mind App. Get one (1) month free inside the Align Your Mind App: https://alignyourmind.passion.io/checkout/9773d629-6555-4fcc-befc-e6b069f72345 After claiming the offer, iOS users can download the Align Your Mind app through the App Store. Learn more about the app: https://lynnseyrobinson.com/align-your-mindtm-app About Guest: Lynnsey Robinson is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Intuitive Mindset Coach who helps people uncover and transform the subconscious beliefs influencing their confidence, relationships, finances, success, and sense of possibility. Through hypnosis, mindset coaching, manifestation, affirmations, meditation, journaling, and EFT, she supports clients in creating meaningful inner change and moving beyond the patterns that keep them stuck. Connect With Lynnsey Robinson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnseyrobinson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynnseyRobinsonCHt Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lynnseyrobinson YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LynnseyRobinson About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The INNER Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart

  8. Oct 16

    He Spent 29 Years as a CEO Keeping a Lot of Balls in the Air | Barry Moline

    What if some of the biggest opportunities in your career begin with something as simple as raising your hand? Barry Moline and Bridget Ann Stuart discuss why leaders should raise their hands before they feel fully ready, use feedback to grow, separate emotion from facts during difficult situations, and stay persistent through career setbacks. Barry Moline is a leadership expert, author, speaker, and former CEO with 29 years of experience in the private sector, government, and trade associations. He is the author of the award-winning book CONNECT! How to Quickly Collaborate for Success in Business and Life, which shares practical insights for developing strong company culture, improving teamwork, and engaging employees. Barry has been featured on Fox Business News, CBS Evening News, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Forbes. He is also a former professional hockey referee who continues officiating at the college level. Episode Highlight Raise Your Hand Before You Feel Ready The Career Lesson Hidden in a Hockey Rink Separate Emotion From Facts How Adversity Changed Barry's Leadership Connection Comes Before Collaboration The Leadership Power of Curiosity How to Help Quiet Team Members Contribute Why Feedback Makes You Better Simple Questions Can Build Stronger Teams Persistence Through the Speed Bumps Books & Resources mentioned CONNECT! How to Quickly Collaborate for Success in Business and Life By Barry Moline Free Icebreaker and Team Building Resource: https://barrymoline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ideas-for-Icebreakers-Team-Building-1-25.pdf ABOUT BARRY MOLINE With 29 years as a CEO, Barry has learned a lot about successful teamwork, leadership, and influence. He has worked in the private sector, government, and trade associations, and is constantly on the lookout for trends and new ideas to work better together. He wrote an award-winning book, Connect! How to Quickly Collaborate for Success in Business and Life. In the book, Barry divulges the secrets to developing great company culture and engaging teams.  Barry has been featured on Fox Business News, the CBS Evening News, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Forbes. He is a former professional hockey referee and continues officiating today at the college level. In his spare time he plays hockey, which keep him fit, youthful, and sometimes, a little pushy. Connect with Barry: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moazca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barryjmoline YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@barrymoline6530 About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The INNER Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart

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The Inner Estate with Bridget Ann Stuart explores the inner work behind meaningful success. Through honest conversations with entrepreneurs, real estate leaders, authors, coaches, and high performers, Bridget examines identity, leadership, resilience, reinvention, relationships, and sustainable business growth. Follow The Inner Estate on Apple Podcasts so new conversations are automatically added to your library.

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