To Your Success! Podcast

Christer Johnsen
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To Your Success Podcast takes a deep dive into how success and freedom is created and how you can start living the life you truly want today. Christer was top CEO of international companies for more than 20 years. Now he is an international success mentor and best selling author of his book "Be Daring Be Different". Together with his wife Elin Solheim they sail around the world and run their international mentoring business. They truly live what they teach every day. In this podcast they will share insights valuable for you today so you can start living your dream life, and they will share stories from their life showing it is possible to get all the freedom you want.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 48: We did not escape work. We redesigned our life

    Discover how redefining success and creating a life aligned with your values can lead to true fulfillment. Christer Johnson and Elin Solheim share their personal journey from corporate stress to living and working anywhere in the world, emphasizing the importance of clarity, structured freedom, and honest self-reflection. They discuss transitioning from corporate leadership to a location-independent lifestyle, the significance of personal clarity, and building a life based on priorities rather than societal expectations. Learn about the role of mentors in transformative life decisions, overcoming fears and emotional barriers to change, and practical steps to achieve location and work freedom. This episode offers insights into designing a life that reflects your true desires, maintaining discipline in a flexible life, and the importance of identity shifts in redefining success. Key  topics The internal vs. external reality of success The importance of clarity and honesty with oneself How fear and small signs can signal the need for change The identity shift from corporate to mentor/coach Designing a life around priorities, not companies Location freedom and flexible work arrangements The role of structure and discipline in freedom The significance of writing down goals and desires Overcoming excuses and building the life you want The emotional impact of making life changes Links Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    23 min

  2. Jun 2

    Episode 47: Stop Managing. Start Leading

    This episode explores the fundamental differences between managers and leaders, emphasizing the importance of leadership in driving long-term success, culture, and innovation within organizations. Christer Johnsen shares practical insights, personal experiences, and strategies to develop leadership skills and foster a proactive, purpose-driven business environment. Key topics Difference between managers and leaders Leadership and organizational culture Decision-making and risk-taking in leadership Links Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    33 min

  3. May 19

    Episode 46: The Effortless Way: Why Forcing It Never Works

    Discover how embracing your true self and consistent practice can lead to effortless success, even amidst challenges like navigating a storm or sailing life. Christer and Elin share personal stories and practical insights on mindset, decision-making, and living intentionally.  This episode is a reminder that success is a continuous journey of authenticity, persistence, and mental mastery. Live each day intentionally and practice relentlessly—your best self awaits!  Key  topics    Mindset and subjective control Practicing skills and persistence Living intentionally and neutral mindset  Links Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    31 min

  4. May 5

    Episode 45: They Sold Everything To Travel The World

    Jason and Nancy Nave share their inspiring journey of leaving traditional careers, embracing full-time travel, and redefining success and freedom. Discover how they transitioned from stable jobs to a life of adventure, overcoming fears and societal expectations.  Key  topics Leaving traditional careers for full-time travelOvercoming fears and societal expectationsThe importance of trust and decision-making in life transitions Links Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn Guest Links Ourfreedomprojectlife

    31 min

  5. Apr 21

    Episode 44: The Quiet Fear Nobody Talks About. What If You Outgrow Your Current Life

    In this episode, Christer Johnsen explores the often overlooked fear of outgrowing your current life. He discusses how personal growth involves identity shifts, overcoming external pressures, and embracing change to live a more fulfilled life.  Key  Topics  Fear of identity shift The purpose of life is growth External success creates invisible pressure The importance of environment and community How to recognize signals of personal evolution  Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    26 min

  6. Apr 7

    Episode 43: You Do Not Need More Motivation. You Need an Honest Life Audit

    Christer and Elin explore the importance of honesty, alignment, and purpose in achieving true success and happiness. They discuss how high achievers often avoid honest self-assessment, the power of clarity, and practical steps to live a life aligned with one's true desires.  Key Topics    The importance of honesty in personal growth How clarity and purpose influence motivation The role of personality types in decision-making Practical steps for conducting a life audit The impact of environment and community on success  Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    24 min

  7. Mar 24

    Episode 42: Calm is the Real Competitive Advantage

    Most people think that success comes from pushing harder, but the people who perform at the highest level know something very different: calm is not a luxury; calm is a competitive advantage. In this conversation, your hosts unpack why the traditional narrative around stress and success is often wrong, and why cultivating calm can actually unlock better performance, clearer thinking, and greater opportunities. Along the way, the discussion touches on the role of mindset and inner authority, why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make, and how something as simple as your breath can become a powerful tool for creating calm in moments of pressure. If you’ve ever felt like success requires constant urgency, this episode offers a different perspective: one where calm becomes one of your most powerful tools for navigating pressure and performing at your best. Key Points From This Episode: Why most people are wrong about what it takes to become successful.How calm attracts possibilities. Breaking the bad habit of stress. Understanding that calm is not the same as laziness. What it means to calm down and speed up.The role of mindset and inner authority. Why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make.How to use your breath to create a sense of calm. Leveraging calm to manage pressure. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: As a Man Thinketh Proctor Gallagher Institute Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    22 min

  8. Mar 10

    Episode 41: When Success No Longer Feels Like Yours

    High achievers often feel uneasy despite success because they’ve outgrown their current lives. This feeling isn’t a problem but a signal from their higher selves to evolve and align with their true selves. In today’s episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin unpack why that uneasy feeling is not a failure, but a signal that you’ve outgrown the version of life you built for an earlier version of you. They explore how high achievers can get stuck in the hamster wheel of societal expectations, and why pushing harder rarely fixes the deeper issue when the direction is wrong. Christer and Elin share a simple way to start reconnecting with yourself, explain why fear often shows up right before personal growth, and break down how change can happen through steady calibration rather than a sudden life transition. Tune in to learn how to stop ignoring the signals, reclaim your inner self, and start building a version of success that actually feels like yours. Key Points From This Episode: Learn why feeling “off” can be a signal rather than a problem.Uncover how external success can lead to misalignment.Hear why change is a personal upgrade and not a personal failure.Find out what most people get wrong about feeling fear.Discover the steps to overcome fear and avoid self-sabotage. Explore how social labels and pressures can limit people’s possibilities.The difference between constantly grinding and choosing to excel.Hear why self-discipline can fail when it supports the wrong goal.Why you should focus on selling value instead of grinding.Understand why being true to yourself is crucial for finding happiness.Advice for listeners to begin reconnecting with themselves.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Freedom Shortcut Program Christer Johnsen Coaching Christer Johnsen Coaching Email Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn Christer Johnsen on Instagram Christer Johnsen on YouTube Christer Johnsen on Facebook Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

    23 min
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To Your Success Podcast takes a deep dive into how success and freedom is created and how you can start living the life you truly want today. Christer was top CEO of international companies for more than 20 years. Now he is an international success mentor and best selling author of his book "Be Daring Be Different". Together with his wife Elin Solheim they sail around the world and run their international mentoring business. They truly live what they teach every day. In this podcast they will share insights valuable for you today so you can start living your dream life, and they will share stories from their life showing it is possible to get all the freedom you want.

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  • Creator
    Christer Johnsen
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Christer Johnsen
  • Show Website
    To Your Success! Podcast