A Business Accelerator That Optimizes For Sustainable Growth w/ Laura Fortey (Ep. 85)

Are you looking for inspiration to level up how you approach your real estate career without burning yourself out or playing victim in a tough market? Meet Holly Carroll. She's the managing director of a high-end luxury brokerage. She's a best-selling author and a coach who helps entrepreneurs step into their highest identity so they can serve more people, close more deals, and actually feel fulfilled doing it. Here's what you'll gain from this conversation:Why identity and confidence need to come before success, not be something we try to build after we achieve it.How over-promising and under-delivering, even when the intentions are good, can quietly erode your business and, more importantly, your confidence in yourself. The importance of picking up the phone and having AI not replacing that part of your business. Why silence and visualization can be more powerful productivity tools than any app or system, when used intentionally. Get present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment that changed the trajectory of Holly’s life.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmoreFind the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Do you wish you could build a high-performing team culture without burning yourself out in the process? Meet Shawn Hewat, Co-Founder and CEO of Wavy, a culture operating system that helps distributed teams centralize, automate, and measure the real impact of their employee experience programs, so people feel connected, seen, and engaged, no matter where they're working.Here's what you'll gain from this conversation:Why taking everything personally as a founder is one of the fastest paths to burnout.How radical transparency builds stronger teams. Why culture shouldn't be measured once a year and how the real health of your culture is revealed through the patterns across your meetings, workshops, and employee programsWhy investing in human connection is still the highest ROI a company can make, even in an increasingly AI-driven world.Get present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment that changed the trajectory of Shawn´s life.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmoreFind the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Do you wish that you could perform at a high level without constantly running yourself into the ground? Meet Adam Lewis, a co-founder and CEO of Pluto who’s building a modern leadership network and a fourth space for real-life connection and personal evolution designed for people who want depth, alignment, and a sense of tribe in an increasingly disconnected culture.Here's what you'll gain from this conversation:How burnout is often the result of mismanaged energy, not a lack of effort How to build systems that support long-term performanceHow to use community as a force multiplierHow to balance ambition with recovery to actually go further over time.Get present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment that changed the trajectory of Adam’s life.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmoreFind the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Do you feel like you're constantly busy but not always productive… or find yourself pushing harder while feeling more drained?Meet Lieve Hendren, Flow State Coach, performance psychology expert, and author of The Joyful Flow Formula. After helping build a startup from the ground up, only to be unexpectedly fired from her dream job, Lieve was forced to completely rethink how she approached performance, work, and success.Here's what you'll gain from this conversation:Why burnout is often a signal that your current operating system is no longer sustainableThe difference between deep flow, group flow, and ambient flow, and how to leverage each oneHow small rituals and environmental cues dramatically impact focus and performanceWhy ending work sessions on a high note can reduce procrastination and increase momentumPractical ways to create better meetings through group flow and intentional facilitationOne of the most important takeaways?The goal isn't to do more. It's to create the conditions that allow your best work to emerge consistently.This episode explores what it really means to work with your brain instead of against it, build sustainable energy, and create a life where performance and well-being can coexist.Get present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment that changed the trajectory of Lieve's life.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmoreFind the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you building a company but feeling stuck between overthinking and execution… or wondering how to move faster without burning out?Meet Sanket Mittal, Founder of Althra, a high-conviction platform backing underserved and overlooked founders across Canada. He’s building the accelerator he wished existed, combining early-stage capital with real access to operators who’ve actually scaled venture-backed companies.Here’s what you’ll gain from this conversation:Success comes from shortening feedback loops, not perfecting strategy Consistent experimentation increases the chances of finding what works Emotional resilience is required to operate in uncertainty long-term Sustainable performance requires both intensity and recoveryCourage is developed through action, not waiting for clarity One of the most important takeaways? The founders who win aren’t the smartest, they’re the ones who adapt the fastestThis episode breaks down what it actually looks like to build in uncertainty, managing pressure, making decisions without perfect information, and developing the courage to move forward anyway.Get present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment, a burnout experience that forced Sanket to completely rethink how he approaches building, performance, and sustainability.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmoreFind the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you building a business but questioning if the grind is actually worth it… or if there’s a better way to grow without burning out? Meet ⁠Laura Fortey⁠, Founder of Flow State Founder and Co-Founder & COO of REITIUM, where she’s raised over $4M and built high-performing teams, all while redefining what sustainable success actually looks like.Here’s what you’ll gain from this conversation: The 4 pillars of a sustainable business: Money, Wellness, Operations, and Community Why burnout is often a sign of misalignment, not lack of effortHow to shift from “growth at all costs” to building something that actually supports your lifeWhy community is becoming the new competitive advantage in a world where tech is commoditizedWhy authenticity is your greatest leverage in business and in lifeGet present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining moment that completely reshaped Laura’s perspective on success, business, and what truly matters.Flow through distractions and get meaningful work done with our community: ⁠https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmore⁠Find the links to resources mentioned on our website: ⁠https://grindlessflowmore.com/⁠Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you navigating a sudden business crisis, feeling burned out, or wondering how to rebuild when everything you worked for shifts overnight?Meet Micah Shanser, the Founder & CEO of OPTML, a company focused on brain health and unlocking human performance through flow-based, non-invasive approaches. Micah has worked with clinics, elite athletes, and U.S. Special Forces to improve resilience, decision-making, and peak performance.Here’s what you’ll gain from this conversation: ● The four stages of the Flow Cycle: Struggle → Release → Flow → Recovery ● Why recovery is both the starting point and the end point of sustainable high performance ● How to design weekly “flow triggers” that increase your probability of entering peak states ● Why adaptability can outperform scale when competing against much larger organizations ● How to build businesses that align with energy, family, and long-term vitality, not just revenueGet present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining story from Micah’s life.Flow through distractions and get precious work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmore Find the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you looking to pivot careers or get involved in raising capital for Real Estate? Meet August Biniaz, Chief Investment Officer and co-founder of CPI Capital, who leads the firm’s mission to preserve and grow investor capital through strategic real estate investments.What you may find most insightful from our deep conversation are the following:How to repurpose your contacts and existing skills from a previous career to transition somewhat seamlessly into one that involves raising capital for real estate How to break into real estate private equity, especially if you don’t come from money or have big Rolodexes. How to balance building a business with your romantic partner.We also cover how to level up your relationships and speak the language of an investor in order to raise more capital and gain trust, along with the systems behind thatGet present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining story from August’s life.Flow through distractions and get precious work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmore Find the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you someone in film, not-for-profits, or a leader with an itch to infuse your city with more culture? Meet Leonard Schein, a dear mentor to me and many others. He’s best known for founding the Vancouver International Film Festival and for helping strengthen the sustainability of Toronto International Film Festival during a pivotal time. He entered the film business in Vancouver in 1978 and went on to operate several iconic theatres across the city.What you may find most insightful from our deep conversation are the following:How creatives can unlock government and donor supportWhere media and cities like Vancouver must evolve in an AI-driven worldWhy letting go and trusting others helped his businesses thriveThe mindset behind a lifetime of impact and entrepreneurshipGet present and get ready as we kick off the episode with a defining story from Leonard’s life.Flow through distractions and get precious work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmore Find the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/

Are you a real estate developer or simply someone interested in seeing how a co-living residence can enrich your social life while making living costs more affordable? Meet Robert Barnard. He's a co-founder of Toboggan Flats based in Canada, which delivers affordable, purpose-built co-living by transforming vacant office spaces into modern shared housing for young professionals—right in the downtown areas where they want to live, work, and play.What you may find most insightful from our deep conversation are the following:How co-living works to help make housing more affordable and reduce loneliness in Canada.How top co-living places from across the globe are building tenant experiences with their design, amenities, and unique programming.His 24-hour rule on how to get over a major setback with grief and then resilience.How young adults can make the best of their formative years to redefine what feeling stable really means before they can follow their entrepreneurial dreams or start a family.Get present and get ready to transport yourself back in time as we kick the episode off with a defining story in Rob’s life.Flow through distractions and get precious work done with our community: https://centered.app/g/grind-less-flow-more-group?from=grindlessflowmore Find the links to resources mentioned on our website: https://grindlessflowmore.com/Follow Grind Less Flow More and its community:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grindlessflowmore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grind-less-flow-more/