The Happy Millions Show With Liz Benny

The Identity Shift That Changed Everything | Entrepreneur Mindset + KAPOW Transformation

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly chasing success, this episode of the Happy Millions Show with Liz Benny will speak directly to your soul.
In this powerful conversation, Liz reveals the exact identity shift that allowed her to let go of struggle, stop over-delivering, and step into her next-level self. You’ll learn how to trust yourself, break free from outdated hustle patterns, and become the version of you who already gets it.
This episode is for the high achiever who’s ready to create success with ease, not exhaustion.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Liz sets the tone with playful truth and announces the topic: identity shift
01:00 – Why this episode was hard to record and the power of raw honesty
02:00 – Liz’s journey to millionaire status and what happened after
03:00 – Using financial stability to heal, reassess, and realign
04:00 – Going deeper with KAPOW and the responsibility of leading transformation
05:00 – The moment Liz knew she had to stop struggling
06:00 – Why she ditched external strategies in favor of her truth
07:30 – The shift from seeking validation to playing a higher game
08:30 – How to stop asking “how” and start trusting yourself
 
10:00 – Common entrepreneurial traps: strategy addiction and overachieving
11:30 – Liz’s boundary shifts: no calls Mondays or Fridays, and claiming ease
13:00 – From fear to trust: releasing the hamster wheel energy
15:00 – The power of becoming “her” and arriving in your own energy
16:30 – The invisible helper vs. the elite mentor identity
17:30 – Breaking up with perfectionism and creating embodied alignment
18:30 – The shift into a higher self through future-self work
20:00 – Why your world responds when you shift internally
21:00 – Choosing to receive more instead of just achieving more
 
22:00 – A call to action: stop living in limitation and start embodying ease
 
Quotes:
"There is a version of you that already knows you’re incredible. You just have to become her."
"I stopped struggling when I declared: I don’t struggle anymore. I am ease."
"You don’t have to look externally for your next step. You become the person who already gets it."
"I set a new standard for myself. I became the person that holds myself to a higher standard."
"Life is too short to live in a possibility lower than what you’re truly capable of."
 
"When you become the lighthouse, the world rises to meet your light."

The Real Reason You’re Still Unfulfilled (Even Though You’re Crushing It in Business)

In this raw and powerful comeback episode, Liz Benny returns to The Happy Millions Show with a no-BS, soul-level conversation. If you’ve ever hit a major milestone,financially, in business, or impact,but felt like something was still missing… this episode is for you.
Liz unpacks the real reason entrepreneurs feel unfulfilled, even when they’re "crushing it," and lays down the truth about outdated identities, toxic productivity, and the control freak tendencies that keep high achievers stuck. She invites you to radically shift your operating system, drop the struggle, and embody a new way of being,one that is aligned, powerful, ease-filled, and true.
Whether you’re earning six figures, eight figures, or anything in between, if you’re ready to feel free, this one’s a must-listen.
 
Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Welcome back and the big question: Is this all there is?
01:00 – The trap of building a successful business that doesn’t feel fulfilling
02:30 – Why so many entrepreneurs arrive at "this doesn’t feel right"
03:45 – What success without soul really looks and feels like
04:30 – How your outdated operating system is stealing your joy
06:00 – The real challenge: Letting go of the control freak identity
07:30 – Struggle as a default setting and the false badge of honor
09:00 – The hidden power of identity transformation
10:30 – Liz’s story: Little Liz Benny and the identity conflict
12:00 – KAPOW explained: Connection, Alignment, Purpose, Ownership, Wealth
15:00 – What real alignment and embodied purpose look like
16:30 – The cost of holding onto old systems and tasks
18:00 – Choosing refinement and potency over busyness
20:00 – Freedom as a feeling (not a thing)
22:00 – Final loving challenge: What are you ready to let go of?
 
Quotes:
"Success without soul will always feel like a trap."
"Your operating system isn’t broken, it’s just outdated."
"You can’t hold onto your past and step into your future. You have to choose one."
"Refinement and potency mean doing fewer things,but going deeper with the ones that matter."
"Freedom isn’t out there. It’s in here,your heart."
"You don’t need my permission. You need your own. And it’s time."

Thriving Through Challenges: Alex Charfen's Secrets Revealed

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be an entrepreneur? Dive into this episode of the Happy Millions Show, where we had the incredible Alex Charfen join us for an eye-opening conversation! From the moment Alex started sharing his journey, it was like a rollercoaster ride of inspiration and insight. His raw authenticity and passion for helping entrepreneurs shine through as he shares his personal experiences and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
 
Alex breaks down the true meaning of being an entrepreneur, dispelling the myth of perfection and revealing the real grit behind building a successful business. He shares stories from his own life, highlighting the importance of embracing challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth. It's a refreshing perspective that reminds us that imperfection is not only okay but essential for progress.
 
But it's not all about business with Alex. He takes us on a journey through his travels, from the awe-inspiring sights of Greece to the heartwarming moments of giving back. His zest for life and genuine care for others shine through, leaving us feeling inspired and ready to tackle whatever challenges come our way. Tune in now to catch this enlightening conversation and discover how you can build a life and business you truly love!
 
SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:08 Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster
00:08:30 The Truth vs. Lies in Entrepreneurship
00:18:58 Being Radically Transparent
00:35:59 The Religious Quest
00:44:17 Personal Ownership and Responsibility
01:02:25 Fun Q&A
QUOTES
 
“I think what a lot of people don't realize is that the responsibility of earning money is massive. And the responsibility of running a million dollar company or a multimillion dollar company or an eight-figure company is huge.”
 
“Anybody who's in the entrepreneurial world has to understand that there's no point where you just are happy all the time and everything's great, that never happens. And if anybody tells you it has happened to them, they're either not being honest with you or not being honest with themselves. Because entrepreneurship is a journey and it's a journey of overcoming, it's a journey of massive transitions almost constantly in your life.”
 
“I think that one of the big mistakes that we make in the entrepreneurial world is the only thing we used to keep score is money. Like, if you're making money or not making money, then you're winning or losing. And some of the people who are making money that I know today, who are the most successful people that I know in the world, like the most successful, became successful after a period of tremendous downturn and learning the lessons and understand.”
 
“As entrepreneurs, if you get too caught up in this system created around entrepreneurship today, that will become your biggest distraction.”
 
“What matters to me is living a life where I compare myself to myself and not other people. And I think one of the biggest diseases in entrepreneurship is comparing your weaknesses to other people's strengths and then trying to move on from there.”
 
“Today we're working towards a business of massive impact and the financials are going to be there because they are every time we have a massive impact, but it's not so much about money anymore. I know it'll be there and I know it'll be the multi-million dollar, maybe eight-figure, maybe even nine-figure business with what we're putting together. But the goal is doing it in a way that we are really excited about and having fun.”
 
“One of my biggest challenges to grow a business is to grow in spite of my immediate environment. And that's been one of the biggest things that I've had to learn to overcome, to still be able to get out there and do what is right for me in spite of it.”
 
“I think that one of the biggest things we deal with as entrepreneurs is doubt and this question of ‘can I do this, you know, will I be able to do this? Should I keep doing this?’ And I think it's one of those things that holds a lot of entrepreneurs back. In fact, I think it's one of those things that keeps a lot of entrepreneurs from being transparent and being real. It’s because we feel that massive imposter syndrome of like.”

Living Your True Purpose: Beyond Gender Expectations - with Nicole Kalil

SUMMARY:
In this episode, we have an extraordinary guest who is set to inspire and empower you, Nicole Kalil, an in-demand speaker, best-selling author of Validation Is For Parking, respected coach, and the dynamic host of the “This Is Woman’s Work” podcast. 
 
With a passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining what “woman’s work” truly means, Nicole’s mission is to help women live their true purpose and be who they are meant to be without constraints. She shared her unique approach to building confidence, coupled with actionable tools and insights, which sets her apart in a world full of experts.
 
Nicole also shared her journey to being a renowned coach who has influenced thousands of women in business. We delve into her insights on the social challenges that women face in leadership roles and how these barriers can be overcome. We also discussed the added pressures women experience, such as balancing professional success with personal responsibilities, and how redefining success from a personal perspective can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
 
Get ready for an inspiring conversation on how to achieve success without sacrificing what matters most! Nicole’s genuine and actionable advice will help you understand the importance of authenticity in pursuing success.If you're striving to make millions, finding balance in your personal and professional life, or trying to break free from societal expectations, this episode is for you. Don't miss out on this empowering episode!
SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introducing Nicole Kalil and Her Mission
00:08:54 The Connection Between Confidence and Clarity
00:11:43 Trusting Yourself
00:16:55 One Thing Nicole is Most Passionate About
00:20:11 What Success Truly Means
00:25:37 The Journey of Becoming A Better Version
00:37:30 A Spiritual Experience
00:40:33 The Enemy Of Confidence is Perfectionism
00:48:44 A Piece of Advice
00:50:24 Fun Fast Q&A
QUOTES
 
“Eliminate gender expectations so that  we can all show up in our lives, in our worlds, in our  work as who we authentically are and live our purposes and be who we're meant to be without the constraints, the  expectations, the limitations that the packaging that we come in  often lends itself to.”
 
“It's this knowing who you are, owning who you're not, embracing all of it. I think when you trust yourself and you get quiet and you really listen to what matters and what you know to be true and all of that, it creates clarity.”
 
“When people say, listen to the whispers of the universe or trust God, like whatever your belief system is, it can be one of the most petrifying but also one of the most liberating experiences.”
 
“Confidence is inside of me, and it's my choice whether or not I want to connect to it, whether or not I want to listen to it, whether or not I want to choose to trust myself. My hope from an action perspective, and when I speak, I would put myself more in the tactical  side.”
 
“Success to me is first and foremost, having personal health. So that's mental, emotional and physical.  So taking care of my mind. Taking care of my body. Feeling and experiencing and allowing all my feelings, but not letting them own me.  So I like the expression, ‘it's okay to have your feelings. They just can't have you.’”
 
“I love who I am, and I'm not trying to convince people to like me.”
 
“The more I'm up to something that matters, the bigger stage that I'm operating in and from, the more there are going to be people who don't like me.”
 
“So there might be more haters, but there are more lovers as well. Well, and the more you show up as yourself, the more authentic you are, the easier you make it for your people to find you.”
 
“Perfectionism is the enemy of confidence. It's an unachievable, unattainable goal that we have no hopes other than to fall short on. “
 
“Nobody creates confidence without messiness.  Nobody creates a life worth living without making some mistakes along  the way.”

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Nathan Chan’s Success Story

Welcome to a transformative episode of "The Happy Millions Show"! Get ready to dive deep into the journey of Nathan Chan, the brilliant mind behind Foundr. Nathan takes us on an exciting ride from his days in IT support to the zenith of entrepreneurial success. Along the way, he draws inspiration from business world giants, showcasing how pivotal influences shape our paths.
 
In this enlightening conversation, Nathan lays bare his passion for interviewing trailblazing entrepreneurs and the profound impact it has on his own growth. But it's not all smooth sailing. Nathan candidly discusses the shadows of burnout and the crucial role of mental well-being in this journey, shedding light on the often-neglected side of success.
 
As we journey further, Nathan unveils the evolution of Foundr and his ambitious blueprint for the future. From crafting a powerhouse team to fostering growth through an advisory board, his insights illuminate the roadmap to entrepreneurial triumph. This episode is also packed with advice for visionaries, underscoring the importance of purpose-driven endeavors, mental fortitude, and savoring every step of the journey.
 
Don't miss out on the invaluable insights and inspiration waiting for you in this enlightening episode! Tune in, take notes, and let's embark on this transformative journey together!
SHOW NOTES: 
 
00:00:00 Introducing Nathan Chan
00:03:31 Enjoyable Moments at Foundr
00:05:23 What Makes Renowned People Say ‘Yes’ to Foundr
00:08:32 The Vision and The Challenges
00:16:15 Passion in Business
00:23:55 Importance of Hiring the Right People
00:33:52 Discussion on Unhappy Millionaires and Mental Health
00:40:09 The Future of Foundr
QUOTES
 
“When I started Foundr, it started with just wanting to do work I was passionate about. And as long as I can keep doing that and just having fun. But business isn't fun. Like, you know, you want to talk about tough times. Last year was one of my hardest years in business. It was really tough. But for the most part, I love to build, I love to create, and I want to maximize life. I want to make the most out of life. And I think there's something very special around my job and what I get to do. And I think I'm all about once in a lifetime experiences, I'm all about maximizing life and making the most of it. And I think I'm on that path.”
 
“There is a light at the end of the tunnel, but you have to really, really focus on really changing that up. I think life is too short to do things you don't enjoy.”
 
“It's always a work in progress, but to be more disciplined that you can't do everything. You need to have a plan by having, in the beginning of the company, you need to take people on a journey, you need to get that by, you need to get that alignment and take everyone with you. that side of thing is, I believe, a reflection of entrepreneurial maturity, and what is realistic, what is not and what is achievable and what is not.”
 
“Maybe the definition of a millionaire needs to be rethought, maybe just because your business is turning over, a million dollars in annual revenue, but you're only making a hundred thousand in net profit. And that's what you pay yourself as your salary. Like maybe that's in that person classifies themselves as a millionaire. Maybe they're not.”
 
"If you always do what you always done, you always get what you always got."
 
“You could achieve this grandiose, crazy vision of helping building a platform that helps a lot of people at scale. But what's the point if your mental health ain't right? There you go. Like what's the point? There's a truth bomb. Like what's the point? There is no point. So you've got to look after yourself and you've got to really try. Just connect with what you're doing and really make sure that it's what you want to do.”