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• EPISODE #162: The Personal Block Behind Every Business Plateau with Dr. Meg Longyear 30.06.2026 32min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner welcomes Dr. Meg Longyear to discuss the profound identity shift that occurs when stepping into your true calling. They explore the transformation that happens when you align with your purpose, shedding self-doubt and embracing your unique gifts. This conversation is a powerful reminder for high-performing leaders to trust their instincts, lean into their intuition, and allow themselves to experience new breakthroughs. The episode challenges you to step into rooms that stretch you and to embrace your potential without hesitation.If you're ready to step into that next version of you, we encourage you to purchase a ticket to the TWP Tour in San Diego for August 14th & 15th! Here's the link for additional information. Chapters:00:03 - Welcoming Dr. Meg Longyear01:24 - Stepping into Your Calling02:39 - The Power of Being in the Right Room05:46 - Unlocking Your Unique Gifts10:47 - The Impact of Neuro Emotional Technique16:41 - Self-Worth and Business Growth20:19 - Personal Blocks Affecting Professional Success28:29 - The Unmatched Power of CommunityKey Takeaway:Your success becomes inevitable when you embrace your unique gifts and surround yourself with a community that amplifies your potential.
• E161 Become a Wealthy Practitioner: From Doing It All to Leading Like a CEO 23.06.2026 26min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with Dr. Nikki Cottis, Head of Curriculum and Coaching at The Wealthy Practitioner, to unpack the patterns they see in clinic owners who struggle to scale. They break down the leadership gaps, control issues, financial blind spots, and system failures that keep practitioners trapped in operator mode. The conversation explores how top performers build teams, create systems, leverage data, and implement quickly instead of overthinking. They also share why retention, automation, and CEO-level decision making are often more powerful than chasing more leads. The real shift is moving from practitioner thinking to CEO thinking so you can build a business that grows beyond you.Get the Free Claude Cowork Guide for Practitioners: Stop Running Your Entire Practice Manually  Chapters:[00:45] The Control Problem Keeping Owners Stuck[04:00] The 3 Systems Every Practice Needs[05:45] Why Most Clinics Misread Their Numbers[07:30] From Practitioner to CEO Thinking[09:15] The Hidden Revenue in Retention[13:00] Why Some Clients Scale Faster Than Others[16:30] Systematize It or Start Over Every Month[19:30] AI, Automation, and Buying Back Your Time[23:00] Leadership Through Better SystemsKey Takeaway:The businesses that scale fastest are built by leaders who stop trying to do everything themselves and start thinking, implementing, and leading like CEOs.
• E160 The Self-Belief System Behind a $40M+ Empire with Amanda Frances 16.06.2026 39min

  Summary:Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with Amanda Francis for a conversation on self-belief, wealth, visibility, motherhood, and the identity required to create an extraordinary life. Amanda shares how she built success from nothing by continuing to see more for herself long before there was evidence it was possible. Together they unpack the role of environment, reinvention, personal truth, and why longevity comes from staying aligned rather than staying attached to a single business model. They also explore navigating ambition and motherhood, handling criticism at scale, and becoming a permission slip for others through authentic self-expression. This episode is a masterclass in trusting who you are and allowing that identity to shape the life you create.Want more Amanda Frances? She’s speaking live at The Wealthy Practitioner Tour: San Diego | August 14-15Get your tickets here:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_eventChapters:00:10:28 Why longevity beats imitation00:15:09 The power of upgrading your environment00:19:03 Reinvention as a growth strategy00:22:52 Ambition, motherhood, and letting go of balance00:34:17 Building a brand through authenticity00:36:05 Becoming the permission slipKey Takeaway:The life you want is built by repeatedly choosing the identity that believes more is possible before your reality can prove it.
• E159 The AI Systems Running Our 5 Clinics 09.06.2026 23min

  Summary:Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with her husband, Kyle, to unpack how AI is transforming the way they operate multiple clinics. They share practical examples of using AI beyond content creation, from auditing team performance and streamlining communication to building smarter systems and creating more leadership capacity. This conversation highlights why AI is not about replacing people, but elevating them into higher-value roles. The real opportunity is not learning another tool. It is becoming the kind of leader who leverages technology to create more margin, clarity, and growth.Get the Free Claude Cowork Guide for Practitioners:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/ai-cowork-for-practitioners?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=cowork_LMChapters:00:03:12 CEO capacity gap00:06:58 Audit log unlock00:10:01 Team leverage shift00:12:47 AI as a systems builder00:16:05 Financial intelligence00:18:38 Internal AI assistants00:19:27 Why you’re not behindKey Takeaway:The leaders who win with AI are not replacing people, they are creating more leverage for themselves and their teams.
• E158 The Pressure That Comes With Scaling to 7 Figures as a Mom 02.06.2026 36min

  Summary:Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with Dr. Danielle Roach for a candid conversation about scaling businesses, building a family, and navigating the identity shifts that come with both. They unpack the realities of growing multiple practices, expanding into new ventures, leading larger teams, and making decisions before the timing feels perfect. The conversation also explores motherhood, judgment, purpose, and the pressure high-achieving women place on themselves. At its core, this episode is about trusting yourself enough to evolve, recalibrating when success no longer feels aligned, and building a life that reflects who you are becoming.Get tickets to our upcoming event in San Diego, CA:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_eventChapters:00:02:00 Chasing the next level00:06:45 The hidden price of scaling00:13:56 The performance trap00:22:20 Permission to choose differently00:29:31 The responsibility of impact00:34:06 Trust before evidenceKey Takeaway:The next level of growth requires trusting yourself enough to act before certainty arrives and staying connected to the purpose that makes the challenge worth it.
• E157 The 5 Shifts That Proved My Business Could Thrive Without Me 26.05.2026 11min

  Summary:Dr. Stephanie breaks down the identity and strategy shifts required to build a business that creates freedom instead of dependency. This episode challenges the belief that success has to come from constant hustle and explains why wealthy businesses are built through systems, leverage, capacity, and leadership. She unpacks the transition from practitioner to CEO and the internal rewiring required to stop operating from survival mode. This conversation is about building a business that supports your life instead of consuming it. If you know you are meant for more impact, more profit, and more freedom, this episode shows you where the shift begins.Join our masterclass today at 1pm EThttps://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/built-for-profit-masterclass-2026?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=built_for_profit_2026Apply for The Wealthy Practitioner Mastermindhttps://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/7-figure-experience-application?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=mastermindChapters:00:02:05 Why trading time for money keeps you stuck00:02:50 Creating recurring revenue and client retention00:03:58 Building capacity instead of glorifying hustle00:04:49 The power of protecting your schedule00:05:15 Why systems create freedom and scalability00:06:20 Transitioning from operator to CEO00:08:45 Moving from survival mode into overflowKey Takeaway:A wealthy business is built when your identity, systems, and leadership evolve beyond survival.
• E156 The Best Teams in the World Are Built in the Hardest Seasons 19.05.2026 35min

  Summary:Dr. Stephanie Wigner sits down with Director of Operations Brandi for an unfiltered conversation on what it actually takes to scale a company, build a high-performance team, and grow into the next version of yourself. They break down the pressure, standards, hiring decisions, leadership lessons, and identity shifts that shaped The Wealthy Practitioner’s growth from scrappy startup to multi-million dollar company. This episode reveals why culture is built through adversity, why founders must stop hiring for skill alone, and why personal growth always becomes the bottleneck in business. Stephanie also opens up about motherhood, self-worth, leadership, and the internal work required to carry a bigger vision without collapsing under it. If you are building something meaningful, this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, team, and who you must become to sustain success.Get tickets to our upcoming event in San Diego, CA:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_event Chapters:00:03:15 Coaching through edges00:07:03 Building core culture00:11:49 Hiring for character00:16:42 Learning how to fire00:21:20 Core values00:27:33 Motherhood identity shifts00:31:19 Releasing operational control00:34:17 Adapting to new standardsKey Takeaway:The next level of business requires a stronger identity, higher standards, and a team willing to grow through pressure instead of avoiding it.
• E155 Why $500k a Year in Your Practice is a Trap 12.05.2026 12min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner breaks down why so many practitioners stall between $400K and $600K and what it actually takes to break through to seven figures. She unpacks the hidden ceiling that keeps high-performing business owners stuck in operator mode and explains why scaling is ultimately an identity decision before it is a strategy decision. From raising prices and productizing outcomes to hiring an A-player integrator and fixing lead flow, this episode is a direct call to stop managing a practice and start building a real asset. The shift is learning to think, lead, and decide like a CEO. If you have already built momentum, this is your reminder not to stop at the hardest level.Join our live 5 day money challenge - May 18th:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/money-challenge?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=goldmind&utm_content=mtw-podcast-linkGet tickets to our upcoming event in San Diego, CA:https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_event Chapters:01:14 Profit margins matter more than revenue02:31 Raise your prices without emotional attachment03:10 Productize your biggest transformation05:03 The power of hiring an A-player operator06:12 Why proximity changes your identity06:56 Referrals are not a real marketing strategy07:48 Transitioning from practitioner to CEO09:10 Rewriting your identity to scale biggerKey Takeaway:The business only grows to the level of identity you are willing to claim as a CEO.
• E154 The Money Mindset Rewire That Turned Me Into a Money Magnet 05.05.2026 8min

  This episode breaks down the invisible beliefs about money that quietly cap your growth, no matter how hard you work. Dr. Stephanie Wigner unpacks how early conditioning, comfort, and identity create ceilings that keep high performers playing small. She walks through the moment money shifted from stressor to solution and the mindset recalibration that made more possible. This is about becoming the person who can create, hold, and multiply wealth. If you are ready for more, your money story has to match it.Join the Gold Mind 5-Day Challengehttps://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/goldmind?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=goldmind&utm_content=mtw-podcast-linkChapters:00:00:55 Early money conditioning and inherited beliefs00:01:46 Questioning what you believe about money00:02:52 Success without expansion00:03:30 Pain as the catalyst for change00:04:03 The hard work trap and rewriting the story00:05:31 Becoming someone who can hold wealth00:06:18 Who benefits when you have moreKey Takeaway:You will only create and hold the level of money your identity believes is possible.
• E153 The Abundance Mindset That Changes Everything in Your Business 28.04.2026 21min

  This episode uncovers what happens after you move through a breaking point and step into accelerated growth. Dr. Stephanie Wigner and her husband Kyle discuss the recalibration required when life and business expand faster than your current identity can hold. They explore how unresolved personal patterns show up in leadership, scaling, and decision-making, and why self-work is still the highest leverage strategy. From perfectionism to control to capacity limits, this is about releasing outdated identities to lead at the next level. The conversation makes it clear that growth is not about doing more, it is about becoming someone new. This is the work that sustains expansion without losing yourself in it.Chapters:01:52 Recalibrating before expanding again03:40 Finding the real root issue05:16 Why business problems are personal problems07:18 The next layer of self-work09:03 Perfectionism at a higher level11:58 Getting out of the weeds as CEO15:02 Breakdown before breakthrough18:00 Building the muscle to keep going19:23 Remembering the gift of the life you builtKey Takeaway:The next level of your life requires releasing the identity that got you here and choosing who you need to become next.
• E152 What To Do When You Feel Left Behind By Your Partner’s Success 21.04.2026 33min

  This episode breaks down what happens when growth in a relationship stops being linear and turns into a quantum leap for one partner. Dr. Stephanie and her husband Kyle unpack the tension, ego, and identity shifts that surfaced when success accelerated beyond what they had ever experienced. They reveal how resentment, miscommunication, and unspoken fear almost created distance, and how radical honesty exposed the real issue underneath it all. This is a conversation about choosing growth over ego, partnership over competition, and truth over comfort. If you are building at a high level, this is the work that protects everything you are creating.Chapters:00:06:05 When growth stops being equal00:11:40 The resentment building under the surface00:16:25 The fight that changed everything00:23:19 Identifying ego as the root issue00:28:13 Rebuilding through honesty and self-awareness00:31:20 The standard you move forward withKey Takeaway:If you do not confront your ego, it will quietly sabotage the very life you are trying to build.
• E151 The Team You Need for Your Next Quantum Leap 14.04.2026 14min

  Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into the evolution of leadership and team dynamics essential for high-performing leaders. Transitioning from a business owner to a CEO requires mastering team strategy and understanding the unique roles of builders, strategists, and pioneers. This episode challenges you to hire based on potential and adaptability, not just skills. Embrace the identity shift to attract talent that propels your business forward. Chapters: 00:38 - Transitioning Leadership Roles 01:50 - Mastering Team Dynamics 03:08 - The Three Stages of Team 05:22 - Builders 07:00 - Hiring Strategists for Growth 10:03 - The Power of Pioneers 14:07 - Scaling with the Right Team Key Takeaway: To scale your business, shift your identity to attract and nurture a team that innovates and leads alongside you.
• E150 Proximity Changes Your DNA 07.04.2026 14min

  Summary: Dr. Stephanie Wigner unpacks the transformative power of her recent expander's retreat, highlighting how these curated spaces foster identity shifts and personal growth. As leaders aiming to expand impact, the retreat emphasized embracing authenticity and stepping into new levels of visibility. Dr. Wigner shares her journey of balancing content creation with leadership and the importance of not striving for perfection. This episode is a call to action for leaders to embody their true selves and leverage strategy to elevate their influence. Chapters: 00:38 - Fresh Perspectives from the Expander's Retreat 02:02 - Navigating Content Creation and Personal Growth 04:01 - Embracing Authenticity in Branding 05:50 - The Wealthy Practitioner Tour 07:49 - Cohorts and Community Building 09:40 - AI Insights and Hot Seat Coaching 11:36 - Balancing Marriage and Business Growth 13:24 - Integrating Life and Business Strategy Get Tickets to Our Upcoming Event: https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/san-diego-event?utm_source=MTWpodcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=san_diego_event Key Takeaway: True leadership emerges when you integrate strategy with authenticity, allowing your unique identity to drive impactful change.
• E149 How I'd Build A $1M+ Business Starting From $0 31.03.2026 11min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into the strategic and identity shifts necessary to scale a brick-and-mortar practice to a million dollars. She emphasizes the power of omnipresence, leveraging marketing, and building a resourceful mindset. Dr. Wigner shares her insights on team building, the importance of mentorship, and developing real-life skill sets that transcend industries. This episode matters because it challenges high-performing leaders to rethink their strategies and embody the identity required for explosive growth. Chapters: 01:45 - Omnipresence: Becoming the Local Leader 02:24 - Marketing: Visibility and Paid Ads 03:48 - Team Building: Hiring and ROI 05:55 - Mentorship: Resourcefulness and Investment 07:49 - Skill Sets: Beyond Industry Boundaries 09:57 - Quantum vs. Linear Thinking 10:38 - Identity Shift: Skill Sets for Future Success Key Takeaway: Mastering strategic omnipresence and identity evolution is essential for explosive business growth.
• E148 The Upgrade Nobody Talks About: Protecting Your Rhythm 24.03.2026 7min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into the chaos of balancing a high-performing life with constant travel and business demands. As she navigates through a whirlwind schedule, she reflects on the importance of alignment and clarity in achieving her goals. The episode challenges you to consider whether your current path truly serves your energy and well-being. Dr. Wigner's insights push leaders to evaluate their own commitments and ensure they're living in alignment with their true purpose, emphasizing that winning is about more than just reaching goals. It's about feeling congruent and energized. CHAPTERS: 00:43 - Balancing Business and Travel 01:54 - Manifesting World Schooling 02:51 - Questioning the "Shoulds" 04:50 - Energy and Alignment Shift 05:32 - The Power of Rhythm 05:53 - Planning for Peace and Presence Key Takeaway: True success is aligning your actions with your energy and purpose, ensuring you're not just achieving but thriving.
• E147 The Reason Your Content Still Isn't Working with Syd Hagel 17.03.2026 34min

  Welcome to another episode of Meant to Win with Dr. Stephanie Wigner. Today, we're joined by Sydney Hagel, owner of Cozy Agency, to dive deep into the art of branding and storytelling. Discover why aligning your brand identity with your core 'why' is essential for authentic connection and growth. This episode is a bold call to high-performing leaders: stop hesitating and start sharing your story with clarity and confidence. It's time to embrace your role as a content creator, not just a business owner, and watch your influence expand. Chapters: 00:02 - Embracing the Rebrand 00:38 - Intuition as a Business Guide 01:13 - Introducing Sydney from Cozy Agency 01:51 - Defining True Brand Identity 03:08 - The Power of Your 'Why' 06:29 - Crafting Content That Connects 12:02 - Identity Shift: From Business Owner to Content Creator 20:18 - Consistency and Strategy in Social Media 22:00 - The Content Pillars Myth 29:19 - Start Messy Before You're Ready Key Takeaway: Your brand is not just a logo, it's your unwavering 'why' that drives connection and loyalty. Follow Syd on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellsaidsyd/
• E146 The Price Of Being The Best 10.03.2026 14min

  In this episode of Meant to Win, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into the unapologetic pursuit of excellence and the real cost of being the best. She explores the necessity of embracing criticism and feedback as tools for growth, whether from family, clients, or team members. This episode is a bold call to leaders who recognize that being the best is an identity, not just a goal. It's about relentless improvement, open communication, and the courage to invite and act on feedback. This is how high achievers not only thrive but redefine their potential. Chapters: 00:02 - Embracing Criticism: The necessity of accepting feedback from all corners. 00:50 - Willingness to Fail: Learning from mistakes and persisting through setbacks. 03:10 - Sports and Entrepreneurship: The link between athletic discipline and business success. 05:00 - Honest Team Dynamics: The power of direct feedback within a team. 06:45 - Handling Triggers: Using feedback to identify and manage personal triggers. 09:17 - Identity of Excellence: Striving for more than mediocrity as a core identity. 10:04 - Reps and Growth: The importance of practice and iteration in achieving excellence. 12:08 - Inviting Feedback: How external perspectives can propel personal and professional growth. Key Takeaway: The path to being the best is paved with feedback, courage, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
• E145 How to Become Fully Expressed in Your Brand with Brittany Barcellos 03.03.2026 36min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into her transformative journey with creative director Brittany. Discover how evolving your brand and stepping into a new identity can unlock unprecedented growth and impact. This episode challenges high-performing leaders to break free from linear thinking and embrace bold, non-linear decisions that align with their true selves. Dr. Wigner shares her journey of personal evolution and how it directly influences her business strategy, inspiring listeners to do the same. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Brittany - Bringing out the next identity. 01:11 - A Moment in History - Setting the trajectory for transformation. 22:52 - Rising Standards - Embracing new challenges and higher expectations. 05:32 - The New York Experience - Overcoming setbacks with resilience and grace. 08:46 - Identity Shift - Embracing fun and breaking the mold. 14:10 - Nonlinear Success - The importance of delusional thinking for growth. 20:18 - Raising the Bar - Transformational mentorship and legacy building. 28:06 - Beyond the Box - Expanding the brand and personal identity. Key Takeaway: True success requires an identity shift that embraces bold decisions and strategic alignment with who you are meant to be. Doors close today for our only LIVE 90 Day Sprint of 2026! Sign up in the link below. https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/90-day-sprint
• E145 How to Become Fully Expressed in Your Brand with Brittany Barcellos 03.03.2026 36min

  In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wigner dives into her transformative journey with creative director Brittany. Discover how evolving your brand and stepping into a new identity can unlock unprecedented growth and impact. This episode challenges high-performing leaders to break free from linear thinking and embrace bold, non-linear decisions that align with their true selves. Dr. Wigner shares her journey of personal evolution and how it directly influences her business strategy, inspiring listeners to do the same.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to BrittanyBringing out the next identity.01:11 - A Moment in HistorySetting the trajectory for transformation.22:52 - Rising StandardsEmbracing new challenges and higher expectations.05:32 - The New York ExperienceOvercoming setbacks with resilience and grace.08:46 - Identity ShiftEmbracing fun and breaking the mold.14:10 - Nonlinear SuccessThe importance of delusional thinking for growth.20:18 - Raising the BarTransformational mentorship and legacy building.28:06 - Beyond the BoxExpanding the brand and personal identity. Key Takeaway:True success requires an identity shift that embraces bold decisions and strategic alignment with who you are meant to be.Doors close today for our only LIVE 90 Day Sprint of 2026! Sign up in the link below.  https://go.thewealthypractitioner.com/90-day-sprint
• E144 Why Losing Was Never an Option with Dr. Alejandro Elias 24.02.2026 34min

  In this dynamic episode of Meant to Win, Dr. Stephanie Wigner welcomes Dr. Alejandro Elias to explore the journey from adversity to triumph. Dr. Alejandro shares his inspiring story of resilience, moving from Puerto Rico to the U.S. with nothing but a backpack, and how he built a thriving chiropractic practice. They discuss the power of faith, identity, and manifestation in achieving massive success. This conversation is a testament to the unwavering belief that high-performing leaders are destined to win and make an impact. Chapters: - 00:03 Introduction and Podcast Rebranding - 00:54 Dr. Elias' Journey from Puerto Rico - 03:23 Building a Practice with Emily - 06:01 The Role of Faith in Success - 10:04 Overcoming Challenges and Faith Testing - 14:46 Expanding Capacity and Identity - 18:27 The Power of Giving and Abundance - 28:15 The Winning Mentality and Leadership Key Takeaway: Believing in your destined success and embracing a winning identity fuels relentless pursuit and impactful achievements. Join the only live 90 day sprint in 2026 here! If you want to learn more from Dr. Alejandro you can follow him on Instagram @dralejandroelias