In this episode of The Business of Trust, I sit down with Lama Karma Chötso to explore a question that feels both simple and impossibly deep: What does it actually mean to trust life?
I first met Lama years ago when she was leading the Open Awareness Buddhist Center Sangha in Miami. I remember asking her—very seriously—if she was enlightened. She laughed and said, “Oh my gosh, no. That takes like 10 lifetimes.” That mix of wisdom and humility is exactly what you’ll hear in this conversation.
Lama began studying in the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in 1982 and later completed a traditional three-year, three-month meditation retreat in seclusion. But what makes this conversation powerful isn’t philosophy—it’s how practical her perspective becomes when applied to business, uncertainty, and the emotional reality of entrepreneurship.
This episode felt personal for me. I share openly about a season of uncertainty I went through in December—when things felt like they were falling apart relationally and professionally. And instead of trying to fix it, Lama challenged me to look at uncertainty differently.
What if groundlessness is liberating?
What You’ll Learn:
This conversation is especially relevant for coaches and consultants navigating change—whether in your business, your identity, or your leadership.
Because maybe the goal isn’t to eliminate uncertainty.
Maybe the goal is to become steady in the middle of it.
Connect with Lama Karma Chötso:
Instagram: @LamaKC
Website: LamaKC.com
Music: Search “Lama KC – No Hopes No Fears” on Spotify & YouTube
In this episode of The Business of Trust, I sit down with Lyssa DeHart to explore a kind of trust we rarely talk about in business: self-trust—especially when there’s no clear plan.
Lyssa is a master certified coach, former clinical social worker, and author who has worked with more than 10,000 coaches and leaders around the world. But her path into coaching didn’t come from certainty or a perfectly mapped strategy. It came from burnout, transition, and the courage to take the next right step without knowing where it would lead.
We rewind to 2013, when Lyssa shut down her therapy practice after years of working in trauma and PTSD. It was only after stepping away that she realized how deeply exhausted she was—and how much space she needed to rethink not just her work, but her identity.
In our conversation, we talk about:
This episode is an honest look at what it really takes to grow a service-based business when certainty isn’t available—and why trusting yourself might be the most important strategy of all.
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In today’s episode, I sit down with David Suarez, founder of Interactive Training Solutions… this conversation is a masterclass on what real networking actually looks like.
I met David at a DisruptHR event here in Miami. He was the MC, the organizer, and the final speaker—and he completely owned the room. Funny, sharp, relaxed, and deeply human. After watching him, I knew I had to bring him on the podcast.
David has built a highly successful corporate training and executive coaching firm using improvisation as a core tool—but what really stood out to me wasn’t improv. It was his mindset around trust, relationships, and human connection.
What You’ll Learn:
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In this episode of The Business of Trust, I sit down with Brian Gorman—leadership and transformation coach, founder of TransformingLives.coach, host of the Conversations Podcast, and author of his new book "Leading into the Age of Wisdom."
Brian has spent decades helping organizations navigate change, he brings a level of perspective that feels especially relevant right now. What stood out to me in this conversation is how clearly he names what many of us are sensing but haven’t fully articulated yet: intelligence is being commoditized—but wisdom is not.
We talk about why this moment isn’t an evolutionary shift, but a revolutionary one—on the scale of the Industrial Revolution—and why coaches, consultants, and trusted advisors have a critical role to play if we’re willing to bring our whole selves to the work
What You’ll Learn:
Connect with Brian:
Website: transforminglives.coach
In this episode of The Business Of Trust, I sit down with Maya Hu-Chan, a global leadership consultant, internationally recognized speaker, and bestselling author.
Maya walks us through her journey from growing up in Taiwan and studying journalism, to moving to the U.S. for graduate school, to working directly with Marshall Goldsmith. You’ll hear how those experiences shaped the way she built her own firm and why her long-term success has everything to do with relationships, referrals, reputation, and staying relevant.
We also dive deep into the core idea behind her book: “Saving Face: How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust,” not as a cultural nicety, but as a practical, universal way to build relationships that last.
What You’ll Learn:
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She truly welcomes feedback — your likes, comments, and reactions mean a lot.
In this episode, I talk with Eve Simon — an international consultant and executive coach who blends German precision with California innovation. After nearly two decades working with Fortune 500 leaders, Eve has built her philosophy around regenerative leadership, a human-centered approach to growth that goes beyond hustle and hacks. Her journey from telecom executive in Germany to entrepreneur in Silicon Valley opened the door to conscious business, somatic intelligence, and a completely different way of thinking about leadership and impact.
We dig into why your biggest clients don’t come from clever marketing but from relationships, referrals, and the “champions” who believe in your work. Eve shares how one introduction shifted the entire trajectory of her consulting career and why building something tangibly human matters more than ever in an AI-driven world. We also get into nervous system regulation, intuitive decision-making, and why the future of leadership is more collaborative, more grounded, and far more human than the traditional models many of us grew up with.
What You’ll Learn:
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What happens when you prioritize relationships over marketing tactics?
Dr. Lise Lewis left a secure senior HR position to start Bluesky International with no marketing plan—just a network of people who genuinely wanted her to succeed. Twenty-five years later, she's coached executives at Pricewaterhouse, BBC, Sony, and Vodafone, all through relationships and referrals.
In this conversation, Lise shares:
If you've been told you need a complex marketing plan to build a successful practice, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about business development.
In this episode, I sit down with serial entrepreneur, Gayle Zalduondo.
Gayle built a multimillion-dollar furniture design and manufacturing company with 85 employees; then she created a company that turns shipping containers into tiny homes and restaurants; and now she guides creators and founders back into alignment with who they really are.
Gayle's work lives at the intersection of intuition, design, messaging, and identity. She helps people bring the inside out—whether through the spaces they inhabit, the brands they build, or the stories they tell.
In our conversation we explore:
If you’re in a season where you’re trying to figure out your next step, or you’re creating content that feels right internally but isn’t resonating externally, this conversation will give you a lot to sit with.
In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Donadio, a communication strategist, speaker, and executive coach who’s trained thousands of leaders across Fortune 100 companies. Patrick is the author of The IMPACT Process — a framework that helps leaders communicate with intention, clarity, and purpose.
We talk about how to think before you speak, how to build systems that support authentic communication, and how clarity can completely transform your business relationships. Patrick also shares his own journey — how he left his job at 28 to start his firm, landed his first clients, and eventually built a thriving practice that serves some of the biggest corporations in the world.
If you’ve ever felt like your message isn’t landing, or that your business depends on relationships but you’re not sure how to deepen them, this conversation will give you a clear roadmap.
What You’ll Learn:
If you’re a coach or consultant navigating the noise of automation, this episode is a refreshing reminder that what people crave most is real connection.
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In this episode, I sit down with Marcia Reynolds — one of the most respected names in the coaching world. She’s coached leaders in 47 countries, listed among the Top 10 Global Coaches by Global Gurus, and has served as the fifth global president of the International Coaching Federation. Marcia’s the author of five books, including the international bestsellers “Coach the Person, Not the Problem” and “Breakthrough Coaching.”
We talk about the early days of coaching (yes, 1995!), how she stumbled into the profession, and what it was like helping shape the foundation of the ICF. But what really stands out in this conversation is her wisdom on what actually creates trust — and why respect matters even more than compassion.
Marcia shares how she broke into the “major leagues” of corporate coaching, why respect is the most critical aspect of trusted relationships, and why the future of coaching is all about presence.
If you’re a coach or consultant navigating the noise of automation, this episode is a refreshing reminder that what people crave most is real connection.
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