The Aligned Leadher

Michele Kostos
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"Success without fulfillment is the greatest failure"- Tony Robbins. Listen in weekly to hear success strategies and mindset elevation!

  1. The Power of Decisiveness: Unlocking Peace, Profit, and Clarity

    3D AGO

    The Power of Decisiveness: Unlocking Peace, Profit, and Clarity

    In this episode, Michele Kostos shares a powerful lesson on the importance of being a decision-maker as a leader. She recounts her personal journey of struggling to make a critical decision about her son's tongue and lip tie, and how her indecision caused her unnecessary pain and challenges. Michele emphasizes that being a decisive leader is crucial for building trust and creating safety for your team, clients, and business. She encourages listeners to identify any areas in their life or business where they may be "fence-sitting" and challenges them to make a decision, whether it's about coaching, decluttering their home, or committing to their business vision. Click here to connect with Michele: https://linktr.ee/michelekostos

    17 min
  2. Elevating Your Standards: The Key to Unlocking Your Dream Life

    FEB 3

    Elevating Your Standards: The Key to Unlocking Your Dream Life

    In this episode, Michele Kostos shares her personal journey of raising her standards in all areas of life - from health and business to home and personal appearance. Michele emphasizes that raising your standards is not about judgment or shame, but rather about getting curious about the future version of yourself and aligning your current actions and habits with that vision. She discusses how motherhood has helped her become a more focused, decisive leader, and how that clarity has positively impacted her coaching and business. Michele encourages listeners to take time to reflect on who they're becoming and to make decisions that are in alignment with that future self, rather than settling for the status quo. Click here to connect with Michele: https://linktr.ee/michelekostos

    16 min
  3. Creating Certainty

    JAN 27

    Creating Certainty

    In this episode, Michele shares how she's been navigating feelings of overwhelm and the need for control in her business and personal life. She discusses the power of therapy, coaching, and brain dumps to create more certainty and safety for yourself. If you're feeling uncertain about hitting your business goals or managing the demands of work and life, this episode is for you. Michele shares practical tips to help you create more certainty and peace of mind. Click here to connect with Michele: https://linktr.ee/michelekostos

    16 min
  4. The Power of Over-Delivering: Consistent Growth Through Transparency

    JAN 20

    The Power of Over-Delivering: Consistent Growth Through Transparency

    In this episode, Michele shares her insights on how to create a consistently growing business by focusing on over-delivering and being transparent with your clients. She discusses the importance of selling what you can truly deliver, building trust through honesty, and creating raving fans through exceptional customer experiences. Michele also shares her own journey of achieving consistent growth, even while taking time off, and how this mindset has been a game-changer for her and her clients. If you're looking to build a sustainable, organic business, this episode is a must-listen. Book a clarity call now: https://linktr.ee/michelekostos

    17 min
  5. Reaching Your Potential: 4 Key Components for Entrepreneurs

    JAN 13

    Reaching Your Potential: 4 Key Components for Entrepreneurs

    In this episode, Michele Kostos shares her insights on the four key components entrepreneurs need to reach their full potential. She discusses the importance of having a clear vision, an aligned path, mastering mind management, and securing the right support system. Michele emphasizes that reaching your potential is an ongoing journey, not a destination. She provides practical advice on how to design a business and life that feels sustainable and fulfilling, rather than forcing growth. Click here to apply for the mastermind: www.michelekostos.com

    17 min
  6. Overcoming Belief Burnout: Achieving Your Goals with Intentional Gap Goals

    JAN 6

    Overcoming Belief Burnout: Achieving Your Goals with Intentional Gap Goals

    In this episode, Michele Kostos, your host, discusses the concept of "belief burnout" - the tendency for entrepreneurs and high-achievers to lose faith in their ability to reach their goals over time. She emphasizes the importance of setting "gap goals" - short-term, achievable milestones that keep you motivated and on track towards your bigger, long-term vision. Michele shares her own experience of setting and achieving goals with her husband, and how this intentional approach has led to their greatest financial success yet. She encourages listeners to create a plan for 2026 that includes annual, 3-year, and even 5-10 year goals, along with the corresponding 30/60/90 day gap goals to stay aligned and motivated. The episode also highlights Michele's upcoming Driven Mastermind program - a 6-month group coaching opportunity designed to help entrepreneurs design a business they love, increase their income and impact, and overcome belief burnout through accountability, support, and strategic planning. If you're a high-achiever feeling discouraged by the time it's taking to reach your goals, this episode will provide you with a practical framework and community to reignite your beliefs and make 2026 your best year yet. Click here to join the Driven Mastermind waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

    13 min
  7. Building a team of Champions

    12/30/2025

    Building a team of Champions

    In this episode, Michele shares a powerful mindset shift that can transform your business - selling to your ideal client, "the one," instead of trying to appeal to everyone. Michele explains how trying to sell to the masses often results in lukewarm marketing that fails to connect with your true champions. Instead, she encourages focusing your messaging and outreach on the specific type of client or team member who is the best fit for your offer. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

    13 min
  8. Reframing Failure- Shifting from Transactional to Transformational Thinking

    12/23/2025

    Reframing Failure- Shifting from Transactional to Transformational Thinking

    In this episode, Michele Kostos, mindset and business coach, discusses the importance of shifting from a transactional, entrepreneur-driven mindset to a transformational, service-oriented leadership mindset. She highlights how the entrepreneur brain can lead to frustration and attachment to results, ultimately hindering business growth. Click here to join the waitlist: www.michelekostos.com

    13 min
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"Success without fulfillment is the greatest failure"- Tony Robbins. Listen in weekly to hear success strategies and mindset elevation!

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  • Creator
    Michele Kostos
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Aligned Leadher