In this powerful episode of The Joy Work Show, Diane is joined by joy coach Leah Evans to explore how joy can be more than just a feeling—it can be your most powerful business strategy.
Leah shares her journey from the classroom to coaching, opening up about the impact of self-worth, the danger of living under constant expectation, and why joy must be intentional.
If you're ready to create a business that feels as good as it looks, this episode is your invitation to begin.
Connect with Leah:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/leah-evans-findyourjoy
Instagram: https://instagram.com/leah.evans.find_your_joy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Leah-Evans-Find-Your-Joy/
I'm speaking at the National Education show on October 3rd https://nationaled
ucationshow.com/https-nationaleducationshow-com-50-free-seminar-tickets-to
Join The Joy Work Club - The Community For Free Here
Join The Joy Work Members Club Guest List Here
www.taylorparkerservicesltd.com
Instagram:@dianetaylorparker
@thejoyworkclub
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Joy Coaching
04:15 The Journey to Becoming a Joy Coach
06:45 The Impact of Joy on Life Choices
09:35 The Importance of Choosing Joy
12:21 Transferable Skills from Teaching to Coaching
15:04 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change
17:38 Living Life with Your Lid Off
20:24 Celebrating Ordinary Joys
23:18 The Gift of Space and Reflection
26:01 Future Aspirations and Joy Retreats
33:30 The Power of Gratitude
37:17 Cultivating Joy in Everyday Life
39:25 Joy in Business and Leadership
44:03 The Role of Expectations in Happiness
49:18 Finding Joy in the Present Moment
58:55 Leaving a Legacy of Joy
01:02:43 The Essence of Joy
01:04:11 The Power of Joy in Business
Sound Bites
"Love loudly, why do we hold back?"
"You are allowed to take up space."
"What if it goes amazing?"
Takeaways
Joy is an inside job; we can't outsource our joy.
Expectations can rob us of experiencing joy.
Gratitude helps anchor us in the moments that matter.
Joy can transform our personal and professional lives.
We need to lower our expectations to embrace joy.
Celebrating ordinary joys can lead to extraordinary happiness.
Joy is essential for healthy relationships and environments.
Self-care is crucial for being able to care for others.
We should embrace change and new beginnings with joy.
Our joy matters, and we should express it freely.