Make Your Passion Pay

LuAnn Buechler
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Welcome to Make Your Passion Pay, hosted by LuAnn Buechler, a seasoned leader with a master’s degree in Hospitality Administration and a recipient of the TLC Award for Leadership. This podcast is designed for business owners who have left toxic environments to create their own thriving workplaces but find themselves struggling with team building and mindset. Join LuAnn as she shares insights and strategies to help you cultivate joy and a positive mindset in your business and personal life. Drawing from her experience working with renowned leaders like Dr. Ivan Misner, LuAnn guides you in building a supportive community and mastering the art of people management. Each episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories to empower you to transform your work environment into one that reflects your values and passions. Tune in to discover how to lead with joy, foster meaningful connections, and truly make your passion pay.

  1. Aligning Your Home, Mind, and Life with Michelle Hoff

    1D AGO

    Aligning Your Home, Mind, and Life with Michelle Hoff

    Ever feel like your space is holding onto more than just “stuff”? What if decluttering wasn’t about getting rid of things, but about creating space for the life you truly want? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with the incredible Michelle Hoff to explore a more soulful, compassionate approach to decluttering, one that goes far beyond organizing your home and taps into your mindset, energy, and vision for your life. Together, we dive into how your environment directly impacts your clarity, creativity, and ability to move forward. Michelle introduces her powerful A.L.I.G.N. Method™, guiding us through the process of acknowledging what’s in the way, letting go with love, imagining what’s possible, grounding in support, and nurturing sustainable habits that truly stick. This conversation is filled with those “aha” moments, like realizing your home can (and should) reflect who you are today, not who you used to be. We also explore how creating a clear vision, just like we do in business, can transform your physical space and open the door for more joy, ease, and opportunity. If you’ve been holding onto things out of obligation, guilt, or “someday,” this episode will gently shift your perspective and inspire you to release what no longer serves you… so you can make room for what does. Join us as we connect the dots between clarity, environment, and aligned living, and discover how letting go can truly help you move forward. Let’s make your passion pay. Michelle Bio: Michelle Hoff is a Certified Life Coach who helps women in midlife get clear and declutter so they can reclaim their homes, minds, and habits. As a heart-centered transformational coach, she supports clients in releasing guilt around “stuff” and choosing what truly aligns with their lives today. She is the Amazon bestselling author of Compassionate Decluttering™: How to Soulfully Surrender Your Stuff and the creator of The A.L.I.G.N. Method™, a unique approach that blends emotional coaching with professional organizing support. Through her team-based model, Michelle helps clients create lasting change—and live fuller lives with less clutter. Connect with Michelle: Website: https://compassionatedecluttering.com/Free Masterclass (April 22, 2026): https://luma.com/6w1ycj8j Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    34 min
  2. Building a Business That Works For You with Lesle Lane

    APR 7

    Building a Business That Works For You with Lesle Lane

    What if you could grow your business without doing everything yourself? What if the key to scaling is working smarter through collaboration and trust? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with the incredible Lesle Lane, founder and lead photographer of Studio 13, to explore how she transformed a third-generation photography business into a thriving, modern model built on community, creativity, and colaboration. Lesle shares how she moved from doing it all herself to building a network of talented photographers, each operating in their strengths, while she leads the vision, relationships, and quality. We dive into the power of letting go, trusting others, and creating systems that allow everyone to win. We also explore the realities of scaling a business, the importance of mentorship, and why building trust with both clients and your team, is the foundation for long-term success. If you’ve ever felt like you have to do everything on your own to succeed, this conversation will open your eyes to a new way of thinking. Tune in to learn how to build a business that both supports your passion and supports the people around you. Lesle Lane’s Bio: Lesle Lane is the founder and lead photographer of Studio 13, Inc., a commercial and corporate photography studio serving regional, national, and international clients. A third-generation photographer with more than three decades of experience, she has transformed her family’s legacy business into a modern brand focused on helping companies strengthen their visual identity through high-quality imagery. Under her leadership, Studio 13 specializes in corporate, industrial, architectural, and branding photography for organizations across a wide range of industries. Connect with Lesle: Website: https://studio13online.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/studio-thirteen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studio13indy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/studio13adphoto Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    32 min
  3. Finding Clarity in Business Ownership with Rich Potter

    MAR 30

    Finding Clarity in Business Ownership with Rich Potter

    Ever wondered if business ownership is really the right move for you—or if franchising might be a smarter path than starting from scratch? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with franchise consultant Rich Potter to explore how clarity, alignment, and strategy play a critical role in building a business that truly supports your life. Together, we dive into the often-overlooked first step of entrepreneurship: getting clear on what you actually want. Rich shares his journey from corporate sales success to entrepreneurship, and how a desire for more control over his time, income, and future led him to build multiple businesses, and ultimately help others do the same. We talk about the importance of aligning your business decisions with your core values, lifestyle goals, and long-term vision. Rich brings a unique perspective as both a multi-business owner and franchise consultant, helping clients navigate hundreds of franchise opportunities across a wide range of industries, without the overwhelm. Join us as we break down the myths around franchising, explore how to evaluate opportunities logically (not just emotionally), and uncover why clarity is the foundation for sustainable success. If you’ve been thinking about leaving your 9–5 or creating more freedom in your life, this episode will give you practical insights to take your next step with confidence. Let’s make your passion pay! Rich Potter’s Bio: Rich Potter spent over a decade in corporate sales, where he built a successful career but realized he wanted more control over his time, income, and long-term future. That realization led him into entrepreneurship, where he has now been self-employed for over 10 years. Throughout his journey, Rich has launched multiple startup and franchise businesses, gaining hands-on experience in building, scaling, and eventually exiting a business. Today, he operates as both a multi-unit franchise owner and an award-winning franchise consultant, giving him a well-rounded perspective on business ownership from multiple angles. Rich works with over 500 franchise brands across 37 industries, allowing him to provide an unbiased and strategic approach to helping individuals explore business ownership. He specializes in guiding clients through the decision-making process, helping them gain clarity on their goals, evaluate opportunities logically, and align their business choices with their values and desired lifestyle. His passion is helping others move from uncertainty to clarity so they can confidently pursue a path that supports both financial success and personal freedom. Connect with Rich:Website: https://franchiseheroes.coEmail: rich@quantumfranchisegroup.comLinkedIn: Rich Potter Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    35 min
  4. Rewiring Your Subconscious for Growth

    MAR 23

    Rewiring Your Subconscious for Growth

    What if the challenges you’re facing right now aren’t problems at all… but portals? In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with Dr. Darren Weissman, creator of The LifeLine Technique®, to explore how our subconscious mind shapes our reality, and how we can begin to shift it. We talk about what it really means to be “aware that you’re aware” and why so many of the patterns holding us back are running beneath the surface. Darren shares how unresolved experiences and limiting beliefs stored in the subconscious can quietly influence our decisions, our relationships, and even our success in business. This episode will invite you to look at stress, fear, and even physical symptoms in a completely different way, not as something to fix, but as feedback… and an opportunity for growth. One of my favorite takeaways: we don’t perceive the truth, we perceive what we believe. And when we can change those beliefs, everything begins to shift. We also dive into: The core principles behind The LifeLine Technique®Why the subconscious mind always overrides conscious choiceHow “problems” can become doorways to your next level of growthThe role of curiosity and compassion in personal and professional transformationHow awareness can help you lead, build stronger teams, and create a more intentional lifeIf you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you can’t quite explain, or you know there’s a deeper level of growth available to you, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible. About Dr. Darren Weissman: Dr. Darren R. Weissman is a chiropractic holistic physician, author, and expert on the subconscious mind. He is the creator of The LifeLine Technique®, a self-healing system designed to help individuals process trauma, transform limiting beliefs, and elevate emotional intelligence. With a Doctorate of Chiropractic and extensive training in holistic modalities, Dr. Weissman has spent over two decades helping people access the deeper patterns that influence their health, relationships, and success. His work has reached a global audience through workshops, coaching programs, and online trainings, as well as through his featured appearances in documentaries such as HEAL and E-Motion. He is also the author of The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude and is passionate about helping individuals create meaningful change from the inside out. Connect with Dr. Darren Weissman: Website: www.thelifelinecenter.comEmail: gratitude@thelifelinecenter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDarrenWeissmanTheLifeLineTechniqueInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdarrenweissman/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdarrenweissman/X: https://x.com/DarrenWeissmanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drdarrenweissman Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    42 min
  5. Work-Life Harmony and the Golden Hour with Lance Cayko

    FEB 16

    Work-Life Harmony and the Golden Hour with Lance Cayko

    Ever wondered how to build a thriving business without sacrificing your family, your faith, or your sanity? Or how discipline and philosophy can shape not just your company, but your entire life? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with architect, entrepreneur, and podcast host Lance Cayko to explore what it truly means to design a life with intention. Together, we dive into Lance’s remarkable journey from roofing houses at age 13 in rural North Dakota to becoming the co-founder of F9 Productions, an award-winning design-build firm in Colorado. Lance shares how early lessons about money, mentorship, and entrepreneurship shaped his drive to create freedom through business ownership. We explore powerful concepts like the law of polarity and how embracing both the highs and lows of entrepreneurship builds resilience. Lance shares why he believes challenging seasons often signal that growth is right around the corner, and how maintaining calm and clarity creates space for the next breakthrough. You’ll also hear about his philosophy of work-life harmony and the discipline of the “golden hour” — a structured, intentional morning routine that has fueled decades of entrepreneurial success while allowing him to remain deeply present for his four children and his community. Lance also walks us through the nine foundational principles behind F9 Productions, including: • Be brilliant at the basics• Communicate and respond quickly• Take extreme ownership• Deliver value to be valuable• Have fun This conversation is filled with practical leadership insight, mindset shifts, and grounded wisdom for entrepreneurs who want sustainable success. If you are building something meaningful and want it to support your life rather than consume it, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how discipline, philosophy, and foundational principles can help you build a business and a life you are proud of. Let’s make your passion pay! Lance Cayko’s Bio: I’m Lance Cayko, co-founder of F9 Productions, a design-build firm based in Longmont, Colorado. I have spent more than two decades in architecture, engineering, and construction, building a career that blends design excellence with entrepreneurial grit. After launching F9 Productions in 2009 during the recession, my business partner Alex Gore and I grew the firm from a two-person startup into an award-winning company recognized for rapid growth and design innovation. Our work has received honors including the Architizer A+ Award, multiple Best Architecture Firm awards, and recognition as one of BizWest’s Fastest-Growing Private Firms. Beyond the firm, I co-host the global architecture and entrepreneurship podcast Inside the Firm, lecture at the University of Colorado Boulder and North Dakota State University, and mentor aspiring architects on practical design and business strategy. I am also the founder of Longmont Community Gardens, a nonprofit focused on sustainable urban gardening and community education. At home, I am a proud father of four and an avid fisherman who shares outdoor adventures through my YouTube channel, Fishing with Lance. My passion lies in helping others build resilient businesses, design meaningful work, and create harmony between professional ambition and personal fulfillment. Connect with Lance: Website: https://www.f9productions.comPodcast: https://www.f9productions.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fishingwithlance Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don’t forget to visit LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let’s spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    35 min
  6. Caring Is the Competitive Advantage with Carl Pradelli

    FEB 9

    Caring Is the Competitive Advantage with Carl Pradelli

    What truly sustains a business for decades? Is it strategy, scale, or something deeper? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with Carl Pradelli, CEO and Co-Founder of NatureCity, to explore how caring, integrity, and values-driven leadership become a powerful competitive advantage. Carl shares his journey from investment banking and private equity into entrepreneurship, co-founding NatureCity with his wife over two decades ago. What began as frustration with the supplement industry evolved into a mission rooted in transparency, quality, service, and value. Together, we unpack how building a business around clear principles creates trust, resilience, and long-term success. In our conversation, we talk about what it really means to make your passion pay, why passion must extend beyond profit, and how staying grounded in core values helps leaders navigate difficult decisions. Carl opens up about moments when doing the right thing required short-term sacrifice and how those choices ultimately strengthened customer loyalty and company culture. This episode is a powerful reminder that business is built on belief, connection, and contribution. If you care deeply about your customers, your team, and the impact you make in the world, this conversation will resonate with you. Tune in to discover how leading with care, consistency, and purpose creates a business that lasts. Let’s make your passion pay. Carl Pradelli’s Bio Carl Pradelli is the CEO and Co-Founder of NatureCity, a direct-to-consumer company offering premium-quality nutritional supplements. He and his wife founded NatureCity more than 24 years ago after becoming frustrated consumers themselves, seeking trustworthy information, transparency, and products they could confidently use for their own family. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Carl spent 12 years in investment banking and private equity, specializing in consumer goods. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from New York University and earned his MBA from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Carl is deeply passionate about educating consumers, helping them make informed decisions, and ensuring quality is never compromised. His leadership philosophy centers on caring, integrity, transparency, and service, principles that have guided NatureCity through decades of growth. Through his podcast and educational content, Carl continues to empower people to prioritize both longevity and healthspan, focusing on quality of life at every stage. Connect with Carl Website: https://naturecity.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturecityus/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@naturecitysupplements Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    32 min
  7. Why a Business Owner Writes a Book

    FEB 2

    Why a Business Owner Writes a Book

    Ever wondered how writing a book could become one of the most powerful tools to grow your business, build credibility, and expand your impact? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with publishing strategist and former Simon & Schuster editor Ally Machate to explore how the right book can support your business goals and help your passion pay. Together, we dive into why not every book serves a business, how to avoid writing the wrong book, and what it means to approach authorship with clarity and intention. Ally shares behind-the-scenes insight from her 25+ years in publishing and explains how books can function as authority builders, conversation starters, and long-term business assets when written with strategy. We also explore the mindset business owners need before writing, how a book can align with your offers and audience, and why writing with purpose creates more opportunities than simply publishing for the sake of publishing. This conversation is full of practical guidance for entrepreneurs, coaches, speakers, and leaders who feel called to write and want their book to truly work for them. Tune in to learn how writing the right book can amplify your message, deepen your impact, and help your passion pay. Let’s make your passion pay! Ally Machate’s Bio: I’m Ally Machate, founder of The Writer’s Ally, publishing strategist, and former editor at Simon & Schuster. For more than 25 years, I’ve helped authors and business owners write, publish, and sell books that support their bigger vision. Through my work, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful a book can be when it’s created with intention and clarity. I specialize in helping entrepreneurs and thought leaders avoid common publishing mistakes, write the right book for their goals, and turn that book into a meaningful business asset rather than a missed opportunity. My approach blends traditional publishing expertise with modern business strategy, helping authors build authority, attract aligned clients, and create long-term impact through their work. I believe books can open doors, spark conversations, and expand possibilities when they are written with purpose. If you’re feeling called to write a book and want to be sure it supports your business and your message, I’d love to support your journey. Connect with Ally:Free Webinar: Don’t Write the Wrong Book!www.offers.thewritersally.com/makeyourpassionpayWebsite: www.thewritersally.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allysonemachateFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/allysonemachateInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/allymachate/Goodreads: https://goodreads.com/allysonemachate Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don’t forget to visit LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let’s spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    39 min
  8. Core Values and Scaling Your Business

    JAN 26

    Core Values and Scaling Your Business

    Ever wondered how you can scale your business without burning out, micromanaging your team, or carrying everything on your shoulders? In this episode of Make Your Passion Pay, I sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and business strategist Marianne Page to explore how core values, consistency, and people-first systems create businesses that truly work for you. Together, we dive into Marianne’s journey from spending 27 years as a senior manager at McDonald’s to helping business owners around the world scale with clarity and confidence. She shares how strong values, clear expectations, and consistent processes empower teams to take ownership, reduce overwhelm, and create workplaces where people feel valued and supported. We also explore why so many business owners struggle with letting go, how involving your team builds accountability and trust, and why consistency is one of the most underrated tools for sustainable growth. Marianne offers practical, real-world insight into shifting from “doing everything yourself” to building systems and cultures that allow your business to grow without sacrificing joy or freedom. This conversation is packed with wisdom for business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to scale intentionally, lead with heart, and create a business that supports both success and quality of life. Tune in to learn how core values can guide your decisions, strengthen your culture, and help you scale your business with confidence and purpose. Let’s make your passion pay! Marianne Page’s Bio: I’m Marianne Page, a bestselling author, speaker, and business strategist, and I help business owners scale without stress by building strong values-driven systems and empowered teams. I spent 27 years as a senior manager at McDonald’s, where I learned firsthand how consistency, clarity, and people-centered leadership create resilient, scalable businesses. Those experiences shaped what I now call Big Mac Thinking, a practical approach to building businesses that run smoothly, deliver consistent results, and free owners from being the bottleneck. Today, I work with entrepreneurs and leaders across industries to help them replace chaos with clarity, build cultures rooted in trust and accountability, and grow businesses that work for the people inside them. I believe businesses thrive when leaders invest in their people, lead with values, and create clear ways of working together. My mission is to help business owners build companies they enjoy leading, teams they trust, and systems that support growth without burnout. If you’re ready to scale your business with clarity, consistency, and confidence, I’d love to support your journey. Connect with Marianne: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannepage/ YouTube: https://trm.to/MPyoutube Website: mariannepage.com Simple Logical Repeatable book: https://trm.to/SimpleLogicalRepeatable Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don’t forget to visit LuAnnB.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let’s spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose! Thanks for tuning in! Remember to share and rate the episode if you enjoyed it. Don't forget to check out my website LuAnn.com and connect with me on Instagram and Facebook! Let's spread the joy and build thriving communities together. Keep pursuing your passion with purpose!

    41 min
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Welcome to Make Your Passion Pay, hosted by LuAnn Buechler, a seasoned leader with a master’s degree in Hospitality Administration and a recipient of the TLC Award for Leadership. This podcast is designed for business owners who have left toxic environments to create their own thriving workplaces but find themselves struggling with team building and mindset. Join LuAnn as she shares insights and strategies to help you cultivate joy and a positive mindset in your business and personal life. Drawing from her experience working with renowned leaders like Dr. Ivan Misner, LuAnn guides you in building a supportive community and mastering the art of people management. Each episode offers practical advice and inspiring stories to empower you to transform your work environment into one that reflects your values and passions. Tune in to discover how to lead with joy, foster meaningful connections, and truly make your passion pay.

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  • Creator
    LuAnn Buechler
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 LuAnn Buechler
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    Make Your Passion Pay