Unlocking Your Superpower Potential with Special Guest Christiane Schroeter

Jan 23, 2025

On this episode of Business Breakthroughs with Faith Mariah, my special guest Christiane Schroeter and I discuss:

Mastering Goals: Learn how to think of yourself as a “walking marketing machine” and why it’s essential to verbalize your goals. Christiane shares why expressing your dreams is the first step to achieving them.
Creating Boundaries: Discover the difference between boundaries and limitations and how setting proper boundaries can fast-track your journey towards finishing projects like writing a book.
Leveraging Language for Success: Understand why eliminating words like “just” and “but” from your vocabulary can empower and motivate you to push forward with your tasks.
Community & Collaboration: Get insights into how networking and building a community can contribute to your business success. Christiane emphasizes the importance of connecting, collaborating, and creating a supportive network.
The Art of Goal Setting: Explore how setting goals is more than just writing tasks on a to-do list. It’s an art that involves strategic planning and execution.

In a recent podcast episode hosted by Faith Mariah, alongside guest Christiane Schroeter, the duo dove into topics of goal setting, personal development, and the dynamic intersection of academia and business coaching. Christiana, a business and wellness coach with a unique blend of academic experience, shared invaluable insights into achieving your goals and transforming dreams into reality.

Dr. Christiane Schroeter is a business and wellness coach, professor, and author. She helps female entrepreneurs grow the business of their dreams without the stress and overwhelm. Christiane hosts the globally ranked Top 1% podcast, Happy Healthy Hustle and recently released her book, How to Master Your Goals, which debuted as the #1 New Release in Adult Education on Amazon.

Understanding the Power of Vocalizing Your Dreams

One of the standout moments from the conversation was when Christiane emphasized the importance of vocalizing your dreams. She conveyed that by speaking about our aspirations, the journey towards achieving them truly begins. This notion is supported by a powerful observation: sharing your goals not only makes them feel more tangible but also makes you more accountable, thereby driving action.

Faith Mariah highlighted how this idea could be integrated into community settings, such as masterminds, where vocalizing and writing down goals could significantly increase the likelihood of achieving them. The podcast stressed the research-backed strategy that verbalizing your dreams can amplify your motivation and propel you forward.

Christiane's Journey from Educator to Author

Christiane's own journey into writing her book, "How to Master Your Goals," showcases her proactive approach to integrating practical learning into her academic environment. She elaborates on how the educational landscape has evolved from traditional, elongated sessions into more concise bursts of information, akin to bite-sized learning. Her book predominantly comprises worksheets designed to encourage active participation, which is a reflection of her teaching philosophy—learning through doing.

Christiane's focus is not merely on conventional marketing strategies but also on how individuals can market themselves, which stems from her understanding of personal branding—a critical skill for entrepreneurs and students alike.

Creative Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles

Christiane and Faith discussed actionable strategies for overcoming the common hurdles people face when pursuing their goals. Christiane introduced the FAN method, emphasizing the role of friends, acquaintances, and networks in providing support and feedback. By sharing our goals within these circles, we cultivate an environment that nurtures positive reinforcement and constructive criticism.

Furthermore, Christiane underscored the significance of establishing boundaries instead of limitations. She shared her personal approach to writing during specific hours, illustrating the effectiveness of setting dedicated times for focus and productivity.

Building Community and Nurturing Growth

Both Faith and Christiane are advocates for building strong communities as a foundation for personal and professional growth. Faith pointed out the transformative power of having a network of peers who support each other’s entrepreneurial journey. Christiane's membership program is designed around these principles, guiding participants through her book in a community setting, ensuring accountability and collective learning.

Towards a Balanced and Healthy Lifestyle

Christiane touched on her free guide, "Effortless Health, The European Way," which offers practical tips for maintaining a balanced lifestyle. These insights are inspired by European customs that value life’s pleasures alongside productivity, proposing a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Transforming Insight into Action

As Faith and Christiane concluded their conversation, they encouraged listeners to act upon the insights they had shared. Whether through purchasing Christiane's book, joining her membership, or simply integrating these strategies into their daily routines, the podcast served as a call to action for anyone looking to refine their goal-setting practices.

By vocalizing dreams, setting intentional boundaries, and embracing communal learning, individuals can turn aspirations into achievements, all while enjoying the journey along the way. For those interested, Christiane opened the floor, inviting connections and collaborations through various platforms, further reinforcing the communal nature of growth and success.