In this episode of Munira’s Musings, I sit down with Stefan Lindberg-Jones, a life coach and mentor based in Qatar. From running one of the top film production companies in the region to reinventing himself as a full-time coach during the COVID-19 pandemic, Stefan shares a powerful journey of resilience, authenticity, and alignment with purpose. His story underscores how setbacks can pave the way for meaningful transformations.
3 Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Listen to Your Intuition – Whether in life or business, your inner compass is often the best guide. Coaching, Stefan notes, is less about telling and more about listening, observing, and connecting the dots like a detective.
2️⃣ Build Rituals that Sustain You – Sleep, morning rituals, and consistent exercise aren’t just personal wellness tools—they’re business productivity tools that sharpen clarity, focus, and energy.
3️⃣ Show Up Authentically – Stefan’s TikTok growth to over 50,000 followers proves that consistency and authenticity—not gimmicks—create a lasting audience and loyal community.
In this episode of Munira’s Musings, Jessica Lowery takes us on her journey from lecturer to entrepreneur, where a simple act of caring for her family blossomed into The POWER of Elderberries®, a nationally trusted wellness brand.
What started as a homemade remedy for her daughter became a thriving business rooted in health, inspiration, and action.
Key Takeaways:
Business Reflections
From Beauty to Business Strategy: Sharlene Lynch on the Power of AlignmentSharlene Lynch has never been one to sit quietly in the nine-to-five. From her early lemonade stands to a career in management accounting, and then to founding a beauty company, she has lived the full arc of the entrepreneurial spirit.
But it was the upheaval of COVID-19 that gave birth to her most impactful work yet: the Align Method—a way for wellness practitioners and speakers to create visual models that turn complex ideas into tangible business strategies.
In this conversation, Sharlene doesn’t just share her entrepreneurial journey; she opens the playbook on resilience, reinvention, and why your business needs to reflect your deeper purpose.
3 Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Micro-niching is your secret weapon. Sharlene carved out a unique market by shifting the perception of MLM companies in the bridal makeup space—proof that there’s power in going narrow, not broad.
2️⃣ Tangible assets build authority. Visual models don’t just explain your ideas—they make your business unforgettable and repeatable.
3️⃣ Your story fuels your strategy. From hoarder to holistic psychologist, Sharlene shows that transformation becomes your greatest unique selling proposition.
Her advice for anyone starting—or restarting—a business?
Find your why, then align everything to it.
Because the market doesn’t just buy what you do; it buys the clarity, conviction, and confidence behind it.
When Chrissy Mellinger was eight years old, she sat at her grandmother’s kitchen table and sketched out her dream spa resort. She didn’t know it then, but that childhood vision would become the spark for a career built on helping others turn their own ideas into thriving businesses.
In this episode of Munira’s Musings, Chrissy shares how her journey through finance, hotels, and the upheaval of the pandemic led her to become a sought-after business consultant for women-owned, service-based businesses. With over 165 businesses coached in the past year alone, Chrissy pulls back the curtain on what really makes a business work—no fluff, no guesswork.
3 Key Takeaways:
Revenue is more than sales. Build diversified income streams and use “stepping stone offers” to make it easier for clients to say yes.
Marketing is about alignment. Select channels that align with your vision and lifestyle, not just what’s currently trending.
Operations are your silent powerhouse. Automations, workflows, and SOPs may not be glamorous, but they free up time and mental space.
Chrissy’s advice is deceptively simple: know why you’re in business, strip away the noise, and focus on the basics—your email, payment processor, booking system, and a plan you can actually sustain. Because when you lead with purpose and clarity, every next step feels less like a gamble and more like a sure bet.
In this episode, Munira sits down with Carol Podell—a former ABC News producer turned life transition strategist and coach. Carol shares her deeply personal journey of navigating unexpected detours, from walking away from broadcast television to choosing single motherhood and starting a podcast. Through each chapter, she chose intention over crisis, reminding us that reinvention is not a breakdown—it’s a breakthrough.
💡 Top 3 Takeaways:
💡 Intentional Pivots Build Sustainable Success:
Don’t wait for crisis to change course. Instead, regularly reevaluate your path and make changes based on joy, alignment, and purpose.
💡 Your Value System Is Your Compass:
Before launching a business or making big moves, get clear on what truly matters to you. Your “why” isn’t just a mission statement—it’s the engine that drives you through challenges.
💡 Community Is a Growth Strategy:
Whether it’s a “business bestie” or an accountability partner, surround yourself with people who give honest feedback and champion your ideas. You don’t need a crowd—you need a crew.Carol’s approach is not just personal—it’s strategic. If you're dreaming of starting something new, her message is clear: know your why, act with intention, and never underestimate the power of community.
In this powerful episode of Munira’s Musings, Munira sits down with Amira MacCue, founder of Your Money Habit, to unpack her transformational journey from drowning in debt to becoming a money mindset mentor for entrepreneurs. A mother of two, including a daughter with a disability, Amira candidly shares how personal and financial hardships shaped her mission to help others find peace with money.Through her lived experiences — from running a cleaning business to owing money to the Australian Tax Office — Amira discovered that success in business starts not with strategy, but with mindset. She emphasizes emotional well-being, gratitude, and energy management as essential ingredients for financial and entrepreneurial health.💵Key Takeaways:🤯Mindset Over Money Math – Budgeting alone isn’t enough. Amira emphasizes the importance of shifting from fear-based thinking to a positive, high-energy mindset to achieve genuine financial transformation.🤯Stop Pretending Everything is Fine – One of the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make is hiding their financial struggles. Open communication and safe, honest conversations are the first step to healing and growth.🤯Mindset Over Money Math – Budgeting alone isn’t enough. Amira emphasizes the importance of shifting from fear-based thinking to a positive, high-energy mindset to achieve genuine financial transformation. and mission.
In this powerful and practical episode, Munira sits down with David Chudyk, a Certified Financial Planner, to unpack the habits, mindset, and strategies that lead to long-term financial health and freedom.
David shares his personal journey from economic struggles to success, offering invaluable advice for entrepreneurs and families alike.
With a clear focus on trading money for time, building smart habits, and seeing your business as an asset, David inspires listeners to rethink their relationship with money and make intentional choices.
🎯 3 Key Takeaways:
🎯Trade Money for Time and Freedom – Entrepreneurs should focus on high-value tasks and delegate the rest. Time is your most valuable asset.
🎯Your Business Is an Asset – Treat your business like a long-term investment, not just a job. Develop it strategically and plan for growth and sustainability.
🎯Start Small, Start Smart – Financial success begins with behavior and small actions, like saving consistently, avoiding unnecessary debt, and choosing cost-effective education options.
In this powerful episode of Munira’s Musings, Munira sits down with John "JR" Rennie, former CEO of a software development company who, after facing major financial setbacks in 2015, found a deeper calling and founded a purpose-driven ministry in 2017.
JR shares his journey of transformation, from corporate success to spiritual leadership, and how he now uses psychometric assessments, coaching, and curriculum-based resources to help individuals discover their God-given roles for a joyful and fulfilled life.
🔑 3 Key Takeaways:
🔑Purpose Over Position: True fulfillment comes from aligning with your God-given purpose, not just professional titles or achievements.
🔑Know Your Wiring: Psychometric tools can reveal how we are uniquely created, guiding us toward roles and relationships that reflect our divine design.
🔑Partner for Impact: JR stresses the importance of marketing and promotional partnerships to expand reach—knowing your lane and finding others to complement your strengths is essential for growth.
💡 Business Reflections & Tips:
Start With ‘Why’: JR’s story reminds us that every business or ministry needs a strong foundation built on purpose.
Before launching any venture, ask yourself: Why am I doing this?
Who am I called to serve?
Turn Trials into Testimony: Difficult seasons, like financial loss, can birth clarity and vision. Your lowest points may lead you to your highest calling.
Build a Scalable Model: Whether in ministry or business, think ahead and create resources (books, videos, assessments) that can scale and serve globally.
Stay in Your Genius Zone: JR admits marketing isn’t his strength—and that’s okay.
Focus on your gifts and find strategic partners to fill the gaps
Tune in to hear JR’s heartfelt insights on purpose, faith, and leadership—and how anyone can begin a business journey rooted in their “why.”
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In this gripping and heartfelt episode, Munira sits down with Kijuan Amey, founder of Amey Motivation—a U.S. Air Force veteran, speaker, author, and resilience coach whose journey will leave you moved, inspired, and ready to reevaluate what’s truly possible.
Born and raised in Durham, North Carolina, Kijuan planned to pursue a career in engineering. However, life had different blueprints.
A career pivot to the Air Force, a life-altering motorcycle accident, and total vision loss became the turning points of his extraordinary story.
But Kijuan didn’t ask, “Why me?”—instead, he asked, “What’s next?”
Now, through faith, music, and a relentless pursuit of purpose, Kijuan motivates others not just to overcome, but to rise.
Whether he's skiing down mountains, coaching youth, or playing gospel music in church, Kijuan proves that resilience is a choice, not a circumstance.
💡 3 Key Takeaways:
💡Purpose Over Pity
Kijuan's refusal to let his accident define him reminds us that every setback can be the setup for something greater.
💡Vision Goes Beyond Sight.
With total blindness in one eye and limited light perception in the other, Kijuan built Amey Motivation—proof that limitations don’t dictate passion and purpose.
💡Start With Service
Kijuan’s journey from military service to motivational speaking is rooted in a desire to uplift others. His story reinforces the idea that serving people is often the strongest business model.
🎧 Tune in to hear how faith, fortitude, and fierce determination shaped Kijuan’s comeback—and how you, too, can turn your trials into triumph.
In this inspiring and insight-rich episode, Sheryl Scott joins Munira to share her unconventional path from advertising executive to career coach—and ultimately, to a thriving career with Legal Shield.
After her government job ended due to funding cuts, Sheryl leveraged her skills, network, and niche to establish a successful business, providing individuals with access to affordable legal services and identity theft protection.
🔥 3 Key Takeaways:
🔥Know Your Niche. A niche isn’t just a buzzword—it’s your compass. It helps attract the right people, makes your message clearer, and enables you to present yourself with purpose and clarity.
🔥No Cold Calling, Just Connection. Sheryl built her business through networking and referrals, demonstrating that authentic relationships consistently outperform hard-sell tactics.
🔥Start Small, Think Big. Whether it’s Legal Shield or another venture, starting with low overhead and a willingness to learn can pave the way for significant success, especially when you’re coachable and open to growth.Discovering your niche, understanding your target clients, and giving your business a distinct voice are essential steps on the path to success as an entrepreneur. Munira Zahabi guides this journey, empowering individuals to uncover their unique strengths and cultivate their enterprises.
In this insightful episode of Munira’s Musings, I chat with educator and author Martha Burich about intentional parenting, behavior, and the realities of teaching in today’s tech-driven world. From sibling stories to teaching tips, Martha brings humor, heart, and wisdom for parents, teachers, and entrepreneurs alike.
🔑 3 Key Takeaways:
✔️ Explain Before You Discipline – Focus on understanding behavior, not just correcting it.
✔️ Reading Is a Superpower – Read aloud, teach cursive, and nurture thinking minds.
✔️ Contribution Builds Character – Getting kids involved at home builds responsibility and connection.
💡 For Entrepreneurs:
✅ Find your why.
✅ Start with what you know.
✅ Create before you scale.
Whether you're raising kids or building a business, Martha’s insights will inspire you to lead with purpose and clarity.
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In this heartfelt episode of Munira’s Musings, Munira speaks with Michelle Caprio, a retired educator who spent 46 years shaping lives through teaching and counseling.
After losing both her younger sisters and stepping into caregiving for her elderly mother, Michelle faced an identity crisis post-retirement.
Through journaling and affirmations, she found healing and a new purpose. What began as a personal practice evolved into a published affirmations book, now used by coaches and individuals alike. With her upcoming journal release, Michelle continues to empower others to reflect, heal, and grow.✨ 3 Key
Takeaways:
1️⃣ Purpose can emerge from pain.
2️⃣ Affirmations are powerful tools for healing and clarity.
3️⃣ Start small—Michelle began by sharing posts on Facebook.
💡 Business Reflections:
✔️ Find your “why” in your own story.
✔️ Use your life experiences to shape your brand.
✔️ Share, listen, and grow with your community.
Whether you're navigating change or launching something new, Michelle’s journey is a reminder that healing can become your message—and your mission.
🔗 Connect with Michelle Caprio to learn more about her affirmations book and journal.
In this episode of Munira's Musings, Heidy De la Cruz shares her inspiring journey of launching her award-winning podcast, "The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants." From balancing motherhood and a career as a medical coder to pursuing her passion for storytelling, Heidy offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and podcasters.Key Takeaways:Find Your Why: Heidy’s podcast was inspired by her parents’ immigration story, proving that a strong personal connection fuels purpose and resilience. Identifying your 'why' is essential when starting any venture.Break It Down: Facing multiple challenges, Heidy developed a simple six-week system to launch her podcast. She emphasizes the importance of creating manageable steps to avoid overwhelm.Learn and Adapt: Feedback from her podcast course participants allowed Heidy to refine her offerings. She encourages entrepreneurs to remain flexible, continually learn, and adapt based on real-world experiences.Heidy also reminds listeners to enjoy the process, plan effectively, and connect with others who have walked similar paths. Whether you're starting a podcast or building a business, her practical tips will help you move forward with confidence.
In this episode, Nathan Baws, the ultimate business chameleon, shares how he built 15 businesses in 20 years—because, apparently, sleep is optional.
From flipping restaurant concepts to conquering wholesale, home delivery, and even fundraising, Nathan spills the secrets behind his Shark Tank experience, lead generation strategies, and why dopamine might just be the entrepreneur’s best friend.
🔥 Top 3 Takeaways:
1️⃣ Pivot Like a Pro – Nathan’s journey from restaurants to multiple revenue streams proves that adaptability is key. If one door closes, he builds a drive-thru.
2️⃣ Leads = Lifeline – Generating 100 leads a day isn’t magic; it’s strategy. Nathan dishes out his top methods, from SEO wizardry to direct messaging that actually works.
3️⃣ The Right People Matter – Scaling a business isn’t a solo sport. Nathan breaks down why having the right partners (not just your buddy from college) is crucial for success.
Tune in for business wisdom, marketing gold, and a few laughs—because entrepreneurship is serious business…
but it doesn’t have to be boring! 🎙️😆
In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Lindh, a 32-year-old Swedish-American airline pilot who somehow found himself in Spain, flying cargo planes by day and fighting chafing by night.
Yes, you read that right!
Gabriel and his brother embarked on a critical mission—saving thighs everywhere from the misery of chafing.
Their e-commerce brand, Nordic Dudes, was born after an unforgettable (read: painful) walk from Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach in Australia.
With a modest investment of $1,500-$2,000 and 10 months of sweat equity (hopefully in chafe-free shorts), Gabriel shares the ups and downs of designing, manufacturing, and marketing a brand with humor and community at its core.
Key Takeaways:
🔥 Your pain might be your next business idea
– One fateful walk led to a revolutionary anti-chafe swimwear line. Talk about turning struggle into strategy!
😂 A good brand story beats a boring product pitch
– Gabriel and his brother didn’t just sell shorts; they built a personality-packed brand that speaks to fellow thigh warriors.
📧 Your email list is your secret weapon
– Instead of throwing money at ads, Nordic Dudes focuses on building relationships and growing their audience the smart way.
Tune in to hear Gabriel’s hilarious journey from the cockpit to commerce, and why your next great idea might just be hiding in life’s most uncomfortable moments! 🚀🎙️
In this episode of Munira’s Musings, we sit down with Emily Clark, a 200-hour yoga instructor, life coach, and founder of Abundant Wellness with Emily. Emily shares her inspiring journey from using yoga and meditation to manage stress during COVID-19 to building a business dedicated to helping healthcare providers and others navigate stress, burnout, and life’s challenges.
Key Takeaways:
The Power of Mindfulness: Emily emphasizes the importance of deep breathing, meditation, and the law of attraction, highlighting how positive thinking can transform stress into joy and fulfillment.
Balancing Multiple Roles: Many of Emily’s clients juggle roles as mothers, caregivers, and professionals. She advises setting boundaries, asking for help, and integrating small, enjoyable activities into daily routines to maintain personal well-being.
Supporting Healthcare Providers: Drawing from her healthcare background, Emily discusses the critical need for stress management in high-pressure environments. She offers practical strategies, including movement and mindfulness, to help healthcare professionals avoid burnout and provide better care to those they serve.
Tune in to discover practical tips and mindset shifts that can help you find balance and thrive, no matter your profession!
In this episode of Munira's Musings, I sit down with Miriam Ortiz, a certified professional organizer, business coach, and self-proclaimed systems nerd.
Miriam shares her five-step process for organizing—dreaming, decluttering, creating systems, forming habits, and delighting in the results—while emphasizing the importance of continuous curating to maintain order.
She reflects on her career as a media planner in San Francisco, the challenges of working within corporate structures, and the journey that led her to entrepreneurship.
Key Takeaways:
Clutter is Unmade Decisions – Miriam explains that clutter often results from postponed decision-making, which requires mental energy. By preparing in advance, decluttering becomes faster and more manageable.
Systems Create Stability – Having systems in place allows for quick resets, reducing stress and making the organization sustainable in the long run.
Organization Fuels Freedom – Miriam shares how an organized life isn’t about perfection but about knowing where things are, making daily life smoother, and allowing more time for meaningful activities.
Tune in to learn how to build habits that keep your space functional and stress-free!
In this episode of Munira’s Musings, I sit down with Sadhu Dah, a travel documentary producer, meditation teacher, and financial health and wellness coach. Sadhu shares his incredible journey from the U.S. to Thailand, his deep dive into Thai shamanism, and his experiences navigating life as a digital nomad. From thrilling adventures to moments of doubt, he offers valuable insights on travel, mindfulness, and financial planning for a remote lifestyle.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with wisdom, adventure, and practical advice!
Key Takeaways:
Tune in for an inspiring conversation packed with wisdom, adventure, and practical advice!
In this episode of Munira’s Musings, we sit down with Domasha Beavers, also known as Zipmouth Motivation, to explore her inspiring journey from Head Start teacher to case manager, mindset coach, and entrepreneur.
Domasha shares her expertise in geriatric case management, the benefits of holistic teas, and her vision for a private school focused on individualized learning.
Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Balancing Multiple Roles – Domasha manages her career, podcast, and tea business through discipline, organization, and a structured calendar.
2️⃣ The Power of Herbal Teas – She highlights the natural benefits of herbal teas for issues like blood pressure, hormonal balance, and mental health.
3️⃣ A Vision for Education – Domasha’s goal is to create a private school with smaller classrooms, personalized learning, and dedicated teachers to better support students.
Tune in for an insightful conversation on transformation, healing, and entrepreneurship! 🎙️✨
In this inspiring episode, Munira Zahabi interviews Mary Beth Newell, a registered nurse with a master’s degree in science and a passion for health, wellness, and beauty.
Mary Beth shares insights from her book, Anti-Aging and Secrets of Healthy Living to Stop the Clock, focusing on how to look and feel younger by prioritizing inner health and physical well-being.Key Takeaways:*Anti-Aging Through Holistic Health:
Mary Beth emphasizes that anti-aging is not just about appearance but about maintaining strength, vitality, and a better quality of life through proper nutrition, exercise, and hydration—without relying on Botox or injectables.
*Practical Fitness and Nutrition Tips:
She highlights the importance of daily movements, like taking the stairs or parking farther away, to reach the recommended 9,000 steps for reducing health risks. Additionally, she advises limiting added sugar intake to 24 grams per day and shares simple strategies like meal-prepping vegetables to make healthy eating convenient.
*The Long-Term Benefits of Healthy Living:
Mary Beth stresses the importance of avoiding the short-term convenience of fast food and focusing on the long-term health benefits of a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Tune in to hear Mary Beth’s actionable tips for incorporating wellness into busy lifestyles and her mission to spread the word about healthy living through podcasts, festivals, and retreats.