401: Why You're Struggling with Human Design (And How to Fix It)

What would it look like to build a business that fuels you instead of drains you? In this episode, Nicole explores how to create a business centered around purpose, alignment, and authenticity, rather than logic and hustle.  Nicole shares how purpose acts as the true driver of sustainable success, and why embodying your message matters far more than saying the “perfect” words. She explains how alignment with your Human Design, along with nervous system regulation, allows you to step out of survival mode and into flow. When you’re working from trust and purpose, business doesn’t just become more profitable—it becomes more joyful. Through stories, client examples, and her own experiences, Nicole shows what it takes to stay grounded in your purpose even when fear or doubt creeps in. She breaks down the practices that help you regulate, reconnect, and keep moving forward in alignment instead of falling back into overthinking and hustle. If you’ve been craving clarity on how to build a business that feels authentic, abundant, and aligned with who you are, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped with new perspectives. Tune in now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   Register for the upcoming free 5-day masterclass, The Authority Accelerator in HD: Create Your Million Dollar Message in 5 Days Using Human Design at https://www.nicolelaino.com/masterclass Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

What’s the one thing every successful entrepreneur has that makes their content flow and their offers sell with ease — and why isn’t anyone talking about it? In this episode, Nicole pulls back the curtain on a powerful yet often-overlooked element that could be the key to shifting your business out of confusion and into clarity. She explains how this hidden piece shapes everything from what you post to how you position your offers, and why it’s the foundation behind effortless sales and consistent results. You’ll hear how it boosts confidence, organizes your ideas, and helps you communicate the real value of what you do. Through client stories and personal experience, Nicole shows how this approach can transform not just your marketing but your entire business ecosystem. Instead of scrambling for what to say or sell, you’ll see how this one thing gives you a clear path forward. If you’re tired of feeling stuck on the content hamster wheel and ready to create a business that feels aligned, confident, and profitable, this episode will give you the clarity and inspiration you’ve been looking for. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   Register for the upcoming free 5-day masterclass, The Authority Accelerator in HD: Create Your Million Dollar Message in 5 Days Using Human Design at https://www.nicolelaino.com/masterclass Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

What if your brand wasn’t something you built, but something you naturally embodied? In this episode, Nicole shares how Human Design can reshape the way you approach business and branding. Rather than relying on strategies that focus only on what you do, she explains why the most powerful shift happens when you step fully into who you are. At the heart of the conversation is the Conscious Sun—your guiding light and the key to understanding your purpose. Nicole unpacks how this placement influences the story you’re here to live, and how it becomes the foundation for an authentic brand that grows as you grow. Through analogies, real-life examples, and personal reflections, you’ll see how the Conscious Sun can unlock clarity about your direction and bring greater confidence to how you show up. It’s not about forcing a brand into existence, but allowing it to evolve alongside your own transformation. If you’ve been looking for a way to align your business with your deeper purpose—and create a brand that feels magnetic and true to you—this conversation will show you where to start. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   Register for the upcoming free 5-day masterclass, The Authority Accelerator in HD: Create Your Million Dollar Message in 5 Days Using Human Design at https://www.nicolelaino.com/masterclass Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.

September ushers in a season of clarity, refinement, and powerful energetic shifts. With Virgo season in full swing and a potent eclipse portal opening, Nicole Laino and Christina Luna  explore how to align with what’s working in your life, release what no longer serves you, and prepare for the new cycle ahead. You’ll hear how the astrological themes of September unfold week by week, including what the Pisces eclipse is inviting you to see more clearly, and how to avoid common pitfalls like acting too quickly on heightened emotions. Alongside astrology, Nicole brings in Human Design insights to show how collective gates and channels are influencing your clarity, decision-making, and emotional energy during this time. Together, they explore Virgo not only as the perfectionist archetype, but as the priestess—the feminine force of discernment, devotion, and power in softness. From practical exercises like writing letters to your past and future self, to reflections on balancing masculine drive with feminine flow, this conversation is packed with guidance to help you feel both grounded and expansive. If you’ve been sensing change on the horizon, or craving more direction in how to move forward, this episode offers both the cosmic context and the practical tools to support your next steps. Listen now!   Get the monthly calendar that shows you which transits are happening when at nicolelaino.com/transit   Register for the upcoming free 5-day masterclass, The Authority Accelerator in HD: Create Your Million Dollar Message in 5 Days Using Human Design at https://www.nicolelaino.com/masterclass   Connect with Christina: Visit her website at https://www.lunation.live/ Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lunation.live  Check out her YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@Lunascopes Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Have you ever wondered why goal setting feels off or why chasing success leaves you more drained than fulfilled? This episode unpacks the role of the ego center in Human Design—also known as the will or heart center—and how it impacts your relationship with goals, achievement, and prosperity. Through the lens of a client’s powerful question, you’ll discover what it means to have an open or undefined ego and why traditional approaches to motivation and money don’t always work for everyone. Nicole explains how the ego center is connected to willpower and material success, and why trying to prove yourself or force results often backfires. If you’ve struggled with consistency, felt pressured by “shoulds,” or wondered whether you can be successful without chasing external validation, this conversation will offer clarity and a new perspective. You’ll walk away with insight into how alignment—not ego—leads to sustainable success. By the end, you’ll understand why honoring your unique design is the key to reaching your goals with more ease, freedom, and fulfillment. Tune in now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.

What if the key to making Human Design work for you wasn’t about getting more answers, but about shifting the way you approach the whole system?  In this episode, Nicole responds to one of the most common questions she gets from entrepreneurs: “What’s the number one thing I should know about Human Design?” Her response may not be what you expect—and it could change the way you think about your chart forever. Rather than focusing on quick fixes or rigid rules, Nicole reveals two core practices that create real breakthroughs. She explains why so many people unknowingly stall their own progress, how to stop forcing results, and the perspective shift that makes Human Design feel lighter, more inspiring, and far more effective. You’ll hear the surprising reason some people move quickly with this system while others feel stuck, and how to open yourself to insights that naturally move you forward. These are the tools Nicole wishes every client had from the start, because they make the process more enjoyable and lead to lasting success. If you’ve been feeling impatient, frustrated, or unsure of how to work with your chart, this episode offers the clarity and encouragement you need to reset your approach and finally experience the transformation you’ve been hoping for. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

What if one simple shift in perspective could turn your biggest challenges into your greatest gifts?  In this milestone 400th episode, Nicole pauses to celebrate the journey so far — 170,000 downloads and countless moments of connection — while sharing the deep gratitude she feels for every listener who has been part of it. To mark the occasion, she turns to one of her favorite tools for personal and business transformation: the Gene Keys. Often described as the “poetry” to Human Design’s structure, the Gene Keys offer a rich, contemplative path for unlocking your gifts, understanding your challenges, and moving toward your highest potential. You’ll hear how this system connects directly to the gates in Human Design, why Nicole sees it as an essential complement to the traditional framework, and the three main sequences that can guide you through activating your genius, deepening your relationships, and expanding your prosperity. Along the way, she shares the single idea from the Gene Keys that completely transformed how she approaches self-awareness and growth. Whether you’re brand new to the Gene Keys or already weaving them into your own journey, this episode will inspire you to explore your design in a deeper, more compassionate way. https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Learn more about the Business By Design Mentorship at https://nicolelaino.com/enroll Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen!   Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.    Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me?Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

What if the key to consistent, high-income months wasn’t more hustle, but a powerful mix of inner shifts and smart strategy? In this episode, Nicole pulls back the curtain on the four transformative money shifts that changed everything in her business. Sparked by a candid conversation with a client, she reveals the deeper mindset and energy patterns that can either block your growth or open the door to entirely new levels of income. You’ll hear how she broke free from her old “money paradigm,” moving beyond feast-or-famine cycles into a reality where money arrives in both expected and unexpected ways. She shares the daily energetic practices that keep her aligned, the pivotal questions that reshaped her strategy, and the moment-to-moment awareness she uses to stay in the energy of abundance rather than lack. This isn’t about quick fixes or one-size-fits-all tactics — it’s about creating both the internal foundation and the external systems that can actually support bigger results. Through real-life stories and practical examples, Nicole shows you how to identify where your current reality isn’t built for your goals, and what it takes to create pathways for money to flow more freely. If you’ve ever wondered what really changes when you start making more money — and how to make it happen without burning out or forcing it — this episode offers the clarity and motivation you need to start shifting now. Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    To learn to shift YOUR Money Reality both energetically and strategically, purchase Nicole’s 3-Part Money Destiny Program, designed to help you clear money blocks, accelerate your manifestations, and take action in alignment with your new Money Paradigm. Learn more: https://nicolelaino.com/own-money-destiny  Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

Have you ever felt like you’re picking up on things no one else seems to notice? You might just be experiencing the world like a Reflector. In this final episode of the Human Design Type Series, we’re shining a light on the most rare and misunderstood type—those who reflect the energy of their environment with powerful clarity. Nicole unpacks what makes Reflectors so unique, from their lunar connection to their ability to sense the undercurrents of a group or community. She explores the truth behind their so-called “lack of energy,” the beauty of their fluid nature, and why embracing this ever-changing rhythm is key to their alignment and purpose. You’ll learn how Reflectors can move from feeling overwhelmed or out of place to becoming trusted guides and intuitive leaders—without forcing themselves to fit into the world’s mold. Nicole also shares why creating space, time, and freedom is non-negotiable for Reflectors to truly thrive. Whether you are a Reflector, know one, or are simply curious about how different energies move through the world, this episode offers a fresh perspective that just might change how you see yourself—or someone close to you. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

Ever wonder why doing more doesn’t always work for you—or why hustle culture leaves you feeling unseen? If you’re a Projector or work closely with one, this episode will change the way you see success, energy, and your unique role in the world.  We’re exploring what truly sets Projectors apart, how their energy is meant to operate, and why recognizing their brilliance starts with recognizing themselves. You’ll hear how Projectors are designed to guide rather than grind, and how their ability to see systems, patterns, and inefficiencies gives them a powerful edge—when they stop trying to play by everyone else’s rules. We’re unpacking the importance of recognition, why invitations matter, and how to step into a value-driven model of leadership and business that actually works for Projectors. This episode also sheds light on the emotional struggles many Projectors face—feeling overlooked, undervalued, or like they’re constantly chasing visibility. If you’ve ever questioned your path because you don’t operate like the rest of the world, this conversation offers permission to honor your design and redefine how you measure success. Whether you’re a Projector looking for clarity or someone who wants to better understand the Projectors in your life, this is a must-listen that reveals the quiet power and potential of this impactful type.   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.