The Change Effect - Inspiration and Strategies for Creating Success on Your Own Terms

Noelle Van
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The Change Effect helps you turn life transitions into powerful new beginnings one story, one shift, one breakthrough at a time. Your host, Noelle Van – a leadership coach and change strategist, spent years in corporate America helping innovators and leaders break through barriers to create success on their own terms – she now works with women to step into change to create a life they love.   Whether you're putting yourself at the center of your own story, redefining success or making a power pivot in your life, career or business - you're in the right place. Each week, we dive into conversations with trailblazers, change-makers, and everyday women experiencing the ripple effects that come from overcoming the fear and doing it anyway. Providing actionable steps, practical strategies, and a whole lot of fun along the way.

  1. The Art of Following Through: Self-Trust, Accountability, and Success

    4D AGO

    The Art of Following Through: Self-Trust, Accountability, and Success

    Send us a text We all know that change is hard, but what if the real challenge isn’t knowing what to do, but actually trusting ourselves to see it through?  This week on The Change Effect, I’m breaking down the underestimated art of self-trust, setting intentions that truly stick, and why following through is the ultimate act of self-respect. With practical strategies and honest insights, I’ll guide you through setbacks, self-sabotage, and the habitual stories we tell ourselves so you can finally build the confidence to change for good. Get 20% off your Day by Daybook®  with the discount code NEW20 here.  In this episode, I discuss: Why vague intentions set you up to drift and the power of crystal-clear goals.How old patterns and limiting beliefs sabotage your attempts before you even begin.The importance of making your intentions deeply meaningful and how to connect them to your bigger “why”.Creative ways to hold yourself accountable, from daily self-check-ins to finding an accountability partner.The domino effect of setbacks and how to reframe them as evidence of change, not failure.Powerful, practical exercises: the Self Trust Journal prompt and “If I Respect Myself” questions to help you keep your promises to yourself.Introducing the Self Trust Builder worksheet Change doesn’t begin with perfection, but with consistent, self-honoring action. Tune in for a compassionate, actionable look at how you can start showing up for yourself—one intentional step at a time. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Journeys Through Change Pinterest LINKS REFERENCED: The Self-Trust Builder Worksheet Support the show

    10 min

  2. AUG 26

    Alexis Kay: Reclaiming Your Power, Owning Your Story, and Becoming the Prize

    Send us a text When we think about creating a life and career we love, it’s easy to get caught up in external validation. But true transformation starts from within, and reimagining our lives often means letting go of outside approval so that we can rediscover our own brilliance.  This week on The Change Effect, my guest Alexis Kay and I dive deep into her journey from rising star in the corporate creative world to founder, freelance storyteller, and coach. Alexis shares what led her to step off the “expected” path, her lessons learned from powerhouse brands like Apple, IDEO, and Hulu, and how launching her own creative studio and the podcast "You Are the Prize" honors the stories and greatness within us all. Get 20% off your Day by Daybook®  with the discount code NEW20 here.  Alexis Kay is a creative director and writer with a Masters in Psychology from Columbia. Combining her love of words and human behavior, she’s spent most of her 15+ year career at Apple, Hulu, method, and IDEO, writing about design and tech, leading multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring young creatives. She recently co-founded STAB, a coaching-based creative studio that helps founders connect their vision to their values. Her favorite (work) quote: fun is a performance-enhancing drug. In this episode, Alexis and I discuss: How Alexis pivoted from pursuing a career in psychology to launching into the world of design and copywriting at places like IDEO, Method, and Apple. The burnout and personal sacrifices that come with chasing external validation, and the bold choice to prioritize purpose, freedom, and authentic joy. Discovering confidence and self-worth as a founder and how coaching plays a transformative role in helping leaders “own their prize.”Her new podcast, “You Are The Prize,” is aimed at centering our unique worth, sharing real stories of moving from doubt and insecurity to deep confidence.Practical strategies for embracing change, building your support network as a solopreneur, and designing both work and life on your own terms. Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast, and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH ALEXIS KAY: Stab Website IG: Lexplease STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Pinterest Support The Change Effect Here Support the show

    47 min
  3. The Change Effect: How One Bold Decision Can Unlock The Life You Want

    AUG 19

    The Change Effect: How One Bold Decision Can Unlock The Life You Want

    Send us a text What if instead of just surviving change, you could partner with it as a catalyst for reinvention, truth, and personal power?  This week on The Change Effect, I’m diving into the profound impacts of change and turning life’s pivotal moments into new beginnings. We’re going to break down the foundational mindset shifts, practical strategies, and empowering exercises that can help you not only navigate but deliberately create meaningful changes in your life, career, relationships, and beyond. In this episode, I discuss: The concept of the “Change Effect” and how one bold, authentic decision can ignite a ripple of transformation throughout every area of your life.The internal cues that signal it’s time for a change and how to begin trusting your inner wisdom even before the world around you shifts.Why transformational change is challenging and why it’s still worth pursuing despite fears, doubts, and resistance from both yourself and others.The most common reasons we resist change and how to move past them.Key grounding truths to remember before leaping into the unknown, including the importance of support and inner regulation.Practical exercises to activate your next-level selfIf you’re ready to stop asking for permission, trust yourself, and step into a life that feels authentically yours—from the inside out—this episode will inspire and equip you to answer the call. Get 20% off your Day by Daybook®  by using the discount code NEW20 here. If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Pinterest LINKS REFERENCED: Brain Teaz Exercise Support the show

    10 min
  4. Karen Hager: Navigating Profound Loss: Lessons From Grief, Love, and Resilience

    AUG 12

    Karen Hager: Navigating Profound Loss: Lessons From Grief, Love, and Resilience

    Send us a text When we think about change, we usually imagine positive transitions. But sometimes, life delivers a transformation we never wanted.  This week on The Change Effect, Karen Hager, intuitive guide and spiritual teacher, returns to the podcast to share her experience after the loss of her beloved partner, Kathy, following a seventeen-month battle with cancer. In a conversation both deeply tender and inspiring, Karen and host Noelle Van discuss the reality of grief, the upheaval it brings, and the surprising places where love and strength reveal themselves in the midst of heartbreak. Get 20% off your Day By Daybook® by using the discount code NEW20 here. Karen Hager is an intuitive guide and psychic channel known for her compassionate, no-nonsense approach to the spiritual journey. She conducts more than 1,200 private intuitive sessions each year with people from around the world looking for Spirit-led guidance. Karen is a passionate advocate for intuitive development, and her classes and events focus on empowering students to connect with their own natural intuitive awareness, deepen their spiritual practice, and open themselves to abundance. In this episode, Karen and I discuss: Karen and Kathy’s journey from college sweethearts to raising a family together for nearly 40 years.Navigating Kathy’s rare cancer diagnosis and her sudden passing.Coping with loss while managing logistics, boundaries, and grief.Karen’s path to resilience and redefining life after loss.The truths of grief: no one-size-fits-all process and non-linear healing.Practical and emotional prep for loss—and the power of self-compassion.Karen's story of transformation through loss is a powerful reminder that even in its most painful forms, change can reveal the enduring force of the human spirit and the ways love continues to shape us. Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. CONNECT WITH KAREN: Website Email: Karen@karenhager.com Grief Support Resources: https://thenatureofgrief.com/workbook https://www.griefdaybyday.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GriefSpeaksOut CONNECT WITH NOELLE:  IG: Noelle Van Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Noelle Van  Inspiration on Pinterest: Here Watch Us on YouTube: Here Support the show

    44 min

  5. JUL 1 · BONUS

    The Change Effect: Big Announcement!

    Send us a text Starting in August, Journeys Through Change will become The Change Effect! Same great podcast, now hyper-focused on turning inspiration into actionable strategies you can implement into your life, career, or business.  I can't wait for this new journey with you! Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Journeys Through Change Pinterest Support the show

    2 min
  6. Overcoming Stories That Keep You Stuck

    JUN 24

    Overcoming Stories That Keep You Stuck

    Send us a text We all have stories about who we are and what’s possible for us, but what if those stories are the very thing keeping us stuck? This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m diving into the powerful narratives we tell ourselves, why they so often keep us living by rules we never agreed to, and what we can do to flip the script.  Get 50% off the Change Maker Series if you sign up now AND use the discount code NEW20 for 20% off your Day by Daybook®  here. In this episode, I discuss: How most of our limiting stories come from the past and are rooted in fear, shame, or outdated beliefs.The sneaky ways these stories “feel” like facts, even though they’re often just old interpretations and protective responses.Common symptoms of being stuck in an unhelpful storyA step-by-step process to uncover the underlying pattern, track your emotions, and reframe the script you’re living by.Real examples of old vs. new stories, and how changing your internal narrative can change your entire experience of growth and fulfillment. Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Journeys Through Change Pinterest Support the show

    7 min
  7. Not Waiting for a Crisis to Make a Change

    JUN 17

    Not Waiting for a Crisis to Make a Change

    Send us a text When it comes to change, our wake-up calls too often arrive as crisis, breakdown, or loss, forcing us to move from comfort - only when we have no other choice. But why do we wait for pain or external pressure before taking the steps we know we need?  This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m exploring the subtle stories we tell ourselves about why we endure situations that no longer fit, and how to shift from changing by force to embracing change on purpose. Get 50% off the Change Maker Series if you sign up now AND use the discount code NEW20 for 20% off your Day by Daybook®  here. In this episode, I discuss: The psychology behind why we’re conditioned to avoid discomfort and cling to familiarity, even when it does not serve us.How to recognize the early whispers of dissatisfaction before they escalate into a full-blown crisis.Simple ways to create “intentional disruption” in your life to spark growth before life forces your hand.Why you must stop waiting for outside permission or validation and start granting it to yourself.A simple, powerful challenge: Identify one area where you’re waiting for validation, and choose to self-validate and act. Plus tips for taking bold, tiny steps toward change right now. Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  If you enjoyed this episode don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED TO NOELLE: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Journeys Through Change Pinterest Support the show

    7 min
  8. How to Uncover What’s Blocking Your Breakthrough

    JUN 10

    How to Uncover What’s Blocking Your Breakthrough

    Send us a text Ready to make a change but keep hitting a wall? You know you’re ready for more; more purpose, more visibility, more freedom, but you can’t seem to get there? You’re not alone. Whether it’s a career shift, launching that business, leaving a relationship, or finally speaking up, I want to help you find what’s actually blocking you and give you the tools to move through it. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about how to uncover what’s blocking your breakthrough! Get 50% off the Change Maker Series if you sign up now AND use the discount code NEW20 for 20% off your Day by Daybook®  here. In this episode, I discuss: The most common invisible barriers women face when pursuing change.Reflective questions and journaling prompts to help you identify your unique roadblocks.Why normalizing your fear and taking small, micro actions are the keys to breaking free.A simple, powerful challenge: name your invisible block, decide on one micro move, and share it for accountability. Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.  If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what resonated with you. STAY CONNECTED: IG: Noelle Van IG: daybyday Facebook: Day by Day Facebook: Journeys Through Change Pinterest Support the show

    7 min
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The Change Effect helps you turn life transitions into powerful new beginnings one story, one shift, one breakthrough at a time. Your host, Noelle Van – a leadership coach and change strategist, spent years in corporate America helping innovators and leaders break through barriers to create success on their own terms – she now works with women to step into change to create a life they love.   Whether you're putting yourself at the center of your own story, redefining success or making a power pivot in your life, career or business - you're in the right place. Each week, we dive into conversations with trailblazers, change-makers, and everyday women experiencing the ripple effects that come from overcoming the fear and doing it anyway. Providing actionable steps, practical strategies, and a whole lot of fun along the way.

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