E #464: Scaling Without the Pedestal: A Raw Conversation on Money, Mentorship & Responsibility with Annie Whitney

In this explosive episode, Kehla G pulls back the curtain on one of the most violating — yet rarely talked about — experiences in the online business space: having your intellectual property stolen and sold by scammers. Kehla shares the real-time story of how she discovered her signature course, Signature Program by Design, had been pirated and listed across seven different shady websites — and how within two hours, she had six of them taken down. With raw honesty, fierce conviction, and a dose of strategic wisdom, she walks listeners through exactly how it unfolded, what she did to take back her power, and why this entire experience is a line-in-the-sand moment for creators everywhere. She also covers: The warning signs of fraudulent purchases How to legally and professionally respond to piracy Why refund policies and terms are your first defense The emotional rollercoaster of being exploited online — and rising above it How this event lit a fire under her current launch and deepened her conviction This episode isn’t just a story. It’s a rally cry for entrepreneurs to protect their work, trust their gut, and show up with unapologetic leadership. If you’ve ever had your work stolen, been hit with a chargeback, or felt the sting of being taken advantage of online, this one will hit home — and leave you more empowered than ever. Sign up for Designed to Lead Masterclass Series - June 24th, 16th + 30th (replays available for al limited time) Join Signature Program by Design - DOORS CLOSE JULY 6th. Make a Copy of: 🛡️ Piracy Response Guide - ChatGPT Prompts Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In this episode of Living in Fierce Alignment, Kehla is joined by Andrew Colombini, a BioType Sales & Marketing Expert who helps coaches and entrepreneurs align their business strategies with how people naturally trust and buy. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of biotypes—how your physical makeup reveals your dominant hormones, brain wiring, and natural rhythms, and how this impacts everything from your energy and decision-making to your ideal clients and sales process. Andrew shares how he uses BioTypes and behavioral science to remove the guesswork from marketing and sales, helping business owners sell smarter, not harder. Kehla and Andrew also explore: The six biotypes and how they form in the womb Why knowing your dominant hormone gives you a business edge How biotypes complement Human Design and Gene Keys The surprising link between body type, brain wiring, and sales style What it looks like to market and lead in alignment with your biology Whether you’re a coach, creative, or entrepreneur craving more ease and alignment in your business, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, validated, and deeply energized. Andrew also shares a powerful free resource to help you identify your ideal client and refine your messaging using biotype wisdom. Follow Andrew on IG The BioType Blueprint Guide Join Andrew's FB group   Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In this unapologetically real and radically transparent episode, Kehla sits down with business mentor Annie Whitney to crack open the often glossed-over realities of online entrepreneurship—and the hidden cost of scaling without integrity. What starts as a casual chat between two coaches quickly turns into a fiery, heart-led exploration of what it really takes to lead in this industry—beyond the screenshots, beyond the hype, and beyond the seductive promise of proximity-based transformation. Together, they unravel: – The illusion of “the transformation is in the transaction” (and what’s actually in the transformation) – How pedestal dynamics undermine trust, power, and true mentorship – The energetic difference between chasing strategy vs. choosing integrity – Why the obsession with 10K months is burning entrepreneurs out – What most leaders aren’t saying about failed launches, ghosted DMs, and navigating slow seasons – How to lead (and invest) from discernment, depth, and devotion—not delusion Whether you’re a seasoned coach or rising entrepreneur, this episode will have you questioning the rules you’ve been told to follow—and returning to the values you actually want to build your business on. ⚡ This is the kind of conversation that usually happens behind paywalls or in private Voxer threads—but Kehla and Annie are bringing it into the light. 🎧 Tune in and walk away with a renewed sense of power, presence, and possibility in how you lead, scale, and show up in your work. Follow Kehla → @kehlag Follow Anne → @annewhitney_ Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Freebies Follow Kehla on IG

In the final episode of The Truth About Building a Business That’s Real, Raw, and Still Rising, Kehla brings us into the present—and gives us a powerful vision of the future. After sharing the chaos, collapse, and identity crises of the past few years, this episode dives into what it really looks like to rebuild a business from financial rock bottom and still choose to rise—again and again. Kehla unpacks the journey from 30K in debt to crossing her first six-figure year, the creation of Signature Program by Design (her most successful offer to date), and the behind-the-scenes refinement that made it all possible. She gets radically honest about the cost of building a business—emotionally, financially, spiritually—and why she’s still not profitable, even after years of momentum. This isn’t a story about overnight success. It’s a story about staying when it gets hard, being of service when no one’s watching, and owning your power when everything around you says you shouldn’t. This episode is the permission slip for the spiritual entrepreneur who’s ready to finally stop waiting to feel ready—and start building from exactly where they are. 💭 Question to sit with: What if you stopped waiting to feel ready… and started building from exactly where you are? Let me know if you'd like a shorter version for Instagram, or if you want an email written with this episode as the feature!   Work with Kehla: Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In part three of The Truth About Building a Business That's Real, Raw, and Still Rising, Kehla dives deep into one of the most humbling—and hidden—chapters of her entrepreneurial journey: the year she applied for 47 jobs. This episode isn’t just about bouncing between jobs and business—it’s about the energetic split we rarely acknowledge. From loathing her role at Lululemon to getting a remote job at a fitness tech company, to quitting prematurely in the name of “going all in,” Kehla reveals the costly mindset of spiritual bypassing, entitlement, and toxic narratives like “trust the universe and leap.” She unpacks the chaos of 2022–2023: working on a 7-figure coach’s crumbling team, launching offers that flopped, applying for jobs that ghosted her, and chasing success without structure, strategy, or nervous system stability. This isn’t just a story about failure—this is a wake-up call about what it really takes to build a business when your nervous system is shot, your strategy is reactive, and your self-trust is tied to how much effort you’re exerting. With fierce honesty, Kehla challenges the fantasy of the “all-in entrepreneur” and redefines what it actually means to commit to your business—beyond identity, ego, or aesthetic. 🔑 Main takeaway: The universe will have your back—but never in the way you expect. 🧠 Contemplation Question: What would become possible if you stopped splitting your energy between two paths?   Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In part two of this raw and unfiltered four-part series The Truth About Building a Business That’s Real, Raw, and Still Rising, Kehla shares the often-hidden journey of identity unraveling behind building a spiritual, service-based business. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it really looked like to go from being an elite-level rugby athlete, to burning out in her business, to spiralling through certification after certification in search of enough-ness. With vulnerability and clarity, she traces the energetic thread from teacher to trainer to spiritual coach to Human Design & Gene Keys business guide—and how each identity both helped and hindered her evolution. Kehla breaks down what no one tells you about the trap of over-educating, the pressure of spiritual performance, and the reality that your new identity isn’t something handed to you—it’s something you claim again and again in the quiet moments no one sees. You’ll hear how her podcast became a mirror of her own evolution, how the wrong mentorship almost made her quit before she ever really began, and how the Human Design and Gene Keys finally gave her the language to recognize the identity that had been there all along. This is not just a story of change. It’s a wake-up call for anyone secretly freezing in their business, clinging to outdated roles, waiting for permission to step into their next level. Question for contemplation: Where are you still trying to earn your worth through performance instead of presence?   Work with Kehla: Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In Part I of her 4-part series, The Truth About Building a Business That’s Real, Raw, and Still Rising, Kehla shares the story of one of the darkest, most pivotal moments in her entrepreneurial journey. In spring 2023, she flew to Bali chasing alignment, freedom, and the belief that the universe would reward her bravery. But behind the dreamy content and curated launch was over $30K of debt, financial avoidance, and a growing disconnect from reality. This episode unpacks the spiritual bypassing that often hides behind “alignment,” the breakdown moment that exposed her blind spots, and the conversation with her fiancé that forced her to finally get honest about what wasn’t working. Listeners will hear: – Why her business wasn’t converting despite “doing all the right things” – The cost of masking avoidance with mindset work – The shame of secret debt and the power of radical responsibility – How this rock-bottom moment birthed her first six-figure offer Kehla invites listeners to reflect on one powerful question: What truth are you currently avoiding in the name of alignment? This is not just an episode—it’s a permission slip to stop pretending, start owning your reality, and rise for real. Want to work with Kehla? DM her on instagram. Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In this episode, Kehla sits down with Sarah Lambert, a dedicated therapist and life coach who helps women break free from perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be everything to everyone. Having grown up in an environment where love felt tied to achievement, Sarah understands the struggles of anxious attachment, self-worth challenges, and the constant drive to prove oneself. Through deep self-exploration and values-based growth, she has built a thriving group practice offering talk therapy, somatic therapy, art therapy, coaching, and community workshops. Together, Kehla and Sarah dive into the nuances of conscious leadership, particularly in the transition from working in a corporate 9-to-5 to becoming an entrepreneur and building a team. They explore the contrast between traditional leadership structures and the intentionality behind creating a workplace where employees feel valued, heard, and supported. Sarah shares her personal experiences of leading a team with integrity, fostering a culture of self-leadership, and navigating the unexpected challenges that come with growing a business. If you're in the process of expanding your business or stepping into leadership, this conversation is packed with insights on hiring with alignment, team culture, conscious communication, and leading in a way that prioritizes both impact and well-being. Listen in to discover: ✔ What it really means to be a conscious leader ✔ How to cultivate a team culture that fosters empowerment and autonomy ✔ Why self-leadership is key to building a thriving business ✔ Practical ways to integrate values-driven leadership into your team dynamics If you're ready to lead your business with intention and create an environment where everyone—yourself included—thrives, this episode is for you. Follow Sarah on IG @sarahthecounsellor @sitwithus.ca Sarah's Website Download the Self-Empowerment PDF   Work with Kehla:  Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Resources Follow Kehla on IG

In this episode, Kehla sits down with Sarah Lambert, a dedicated therapist and life coach who helps women break free from perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be everything to everyone. Having grown up in an environment where love felt tied to achievement, Sarah understands the struggles of anxious attachment, self-worth challenges, and the constant drive to prove oneself. Through deep self-exploration and values-based growth, she has built a thriving group practice offering talk therapy, somatic therapy, art therapy, coaching, and community workshops. Together, Kehla and Sarah dive into the nuances of conscious leadership, particularly in the transition from working in a corporate 9-to-5 to becoming an entrepreneur and building a team. They explore the contrast between traditional leadership structures and the intentionality behind creating a workplace where employees feel valued, heard, and supported. Sarah shares her personal experiences of leading a team with integrity, fostering a culture of self-leadership, and navigating the unexpected challenges that come with growing a business. If you're in the process of expanding your business or stepping into leadership, this conversation is packed with insights on hiring with alignment, team culture, conscious communication, and leading in a way that prioritizes both impact and well-being. Listen in to discover: ✔ What it really means to be a conscious leader ✔ How to cultivate a team culture that fosters empowerment and autonomy ✔ Why self-leadership is key to building a thriving business ✔ Practical ways to integrate values-driven leadership into your team dynamics If you're ready to lead your business with intention and create an environment where everyone—yourself included—thrives, this episode is for you. Follow Sarah on IG @sarahthecounsellor @sitwithus.ca Sarah's Website Download the Self-Empowerment PDF   Work with Kehla: The Edge Mastermind Get the Gene Keys Podcast Compendium   Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Freebies Follow Kehla on IG Follow Kehla on Insight Timer

In this deeply personal solo episode, Kehla shares the powerful shift that occurred when she hit pause on her usual business rhythm and chose to lead from her body instead of her calendar. After a whirlwind four months filled with grief, launches, illness, and international travel, she realized that even loving your work doesn't mean you’re immune to burnout. Kehla explores how tools like Human Design, the Gene Keys (specifically Gene Key 52 in her Culture sphere and 48 in Attraction), PH360 Biotypes, Feng Shui, seasonal color analysis, Kibbe body types, and Kitchener essence have supported her in recalibrating her business and personal life. From honoring her Diplomat biotype and discovering she’s a True Winter, to optimizing her sleep with TCM body clocks and transforming her office with energetic clear-outs—this episode is a masterclass in radical self-responsibility and energetic alignment. You'll will walk away with practical insights on how to shift from stress to restraint, stop gaslighting their natural rhythm, and use systems as tools—not rules—for a life and business that actually feels good. Kehla leaves you with three potent reflection questions to apply this wisdom to your own journey. The Space Whisperer - Lisa Benitz Follow Andrew on IG - RE: BioTypes Colour Analysis + Personal Style with Francesca Things to Explore on ChatGPT: Kitchener Essence, Traditional Chinese Medicine Body Clock, German New Medicine (not mentioned in this episode - but also another tool).   Work with Kehla: The Edge Mastermind ft. Signature Program by Design Get the Gene Keys Podcast Compendium   Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla’s Freebies Follow Kehla on IG Follow Kehla on Insight Timer