Health and Wellness with Julie Duncan

Aug 29, 2024

Podcast Episode with Julie Duncan

Introduction

  • Host: Kylie
  • Guest: Julie Duncan
  • Background: Both passionate about health and wellness (e.g., Juice Plus, Tower Garden).
  • Connection: Met 5-6 years ago, grew into a strong professional relationship within an entrepreneurial context.

Julie's Background

  • Location: Virginia
  • Career Path:
    • Formed LLC for life coaching in July.
    • Background in various roles, including a guidance counselor.
    • Always had a hunger for more, driven by personal experiences.

Mentorship and Writing

  • Co-authored a book with Les Brown.
  • Les Brown's Influence:
    • Long-time mentor.
    • Encourages serving the world through storytelling.
  • Importance of sharing personal stories to inspire others.

Core Themes in Life Coaching

  • Focus on overcoming limiting beliefs.
  • Julie's own struggles with self-worth and confidence inspired her coaching methods.
  • Learning tools and techniques through courses (e.g., Neurolinguistic Programming).

Coping with Grief and Life Challenges

  • Personal Story:
    • Loss of brother in a car accident at age 17 significantly impacted beliefs and emotional health.
    • Guidance counselor's negative prediction about her academic potential affected her self-image.
  • Importance of resilience and support systems.

Coaching Philosophy

  • Empower clients by breaking through limiting beliefs.
  • Joy derived from helping others overcome obstacles.
  • Differentiates between coaching and counseling, emphasizing tools and resources.

Tools for Personal Growth

  • Emphasis on the power of the mind in achieving goals.
  • Presented a visualization exercise to demonstrate mind strength.

Coaching Programs and Future Plans

  • Currently focusing on one-on-one coaching.
  • Future plans:
    • Developing group coaching and mastermind programs.
    • Targeting business owners for mindset training.

Importance of Investment in Self

  • Discussed the significance of investing in coaching and mentorship:
    • Helps entrepreneurs avoid pitfalls and boost emotional/mental strength.
  • Encouragement for women to seek personal growth opportunities.

Conclusion

  • Julie's energy and positivity were appreciated.
  • Exciting developments with her book and coaching programs in the future.