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An Imperfectly Perfect Life with Shari Leid
Hosted by Shari Leid · EN
An Imperfectly Perfect Life with Shari Leid is where the Flip the Box® movement comes to life — reminding us that connection changes everything. Each week, Shari welcomes expert guests and real-life voices to explore the twists and turns of midlife: from career reinvention and business growth, to dating after divorce, to navigating purpose, loss, and new beginnings.
Now building community in a brand-new city, Shari invites listeners along as she uncovers practical tools and inspiring stories that make big transitions feel less lonely. Whether it’s strategies for leadership and career development, advice on love and relationships, or candid conversations about midlife surprises, this podcast is about finding authentic connection — to yourself, to others, and to the world around you.
Because in every imperfectly perfect moment, there’s an opportunity to flip the box and build a life that feels connected and true.
Shari Leid has been featured across major media outlets, including The TODAY Show, People, TIME, and Us Weekly,and other magazine and podcast outlets as well as interviews and segments on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX affiliates nationwide. Her inspiring story and the Flip the Box® movement have made her a sought-after voice on topics of connection, reinvention, and navigating life’s transitions.
To work with Shari visit www.animperfectlyperfectlife.com
For media inquiries contact Kourtney Jason at Kourtney@pacificandcourt.com
For speaking engagements contact AAE Speaker's Bureau or email info@sharileid.com
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Final Episode of the Season with Exciting News
3w ago00:03:52Tap to summarizeThis is An Imperfectly Perfect Life… and we’re just getting started. Big things are coming. A new brand. A bigger mission. And even more ways to help you flip the box in your own life. So stay tuned. If you’re feeling called to go deeper, I’d love to work with you. You can find everything at ShariLeid.com. And if retreat has been on your heart… this is your moment. We only have 8 private rooms… and 3 are already gone, and we haven’t even started advertising yet. So if you’re thinking about it… don’t wait. And if you’re looking for a speaker who will truly move your audience from disconnection to real connection… let’s talk. Season 3 -- launches at the end of June .... get ready for a few announcement with exclusive offers leading up to our big launch! New production team and new cover -- ready, set, go! #flipthebox #connectionexpert #retreatsforwomen
Transcribe →Don't Fight Fear. Flip it. Ft. Janice Burt
Apr 600:33:11Tap to summarizeWhat if fear isn’t something to overcome… but something to use? In this episode of An Imperfectly Perfect Life with Shari Leid, I sit down with Janice Burt to explore a powerful reframe: fear is not the enemy. It is information. It is direction. And when you learn how to work with it, it becomes one of your greatest advantages. We begin with a question that makes you pause:If today were your last day, would you be doing what you are doing right now? From there, this conversation opens up what fear really means in your life, your relationships, your career, and your next chapter. Instead of avoiding it, what if you learned how to use fear as a tool for clarity, confidence, and forward movement? If you have ever felt stuck, uncertain, or held back, this episode will help you shift how you see fear and how you move through it. In this episode, we discuss: How to turn fear into an advantage in life and business Why fear often signals growth, not danger The role fear plays in leadership and decision making How to move forward even when you feel uncertain A simple mindset shift that changes how you take action This is not about eliminating fear. It is about learning how to move with it. Because the people who learn to use fear are the ones who create what others only think about. https://www.janiceburt.com/ https://www.spanishjanice.com/ https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/ #OvercomingFear #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #WomenInBusiness #PodcastLife
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Behind the Brand: How To Get Seen Heard and Remembered Ft Kourtney Jason
Mar 1800:31:10Tap to summarizeIn this insightful conversation, Shari Leid sits down with her long-time publicist Kourtney Jason of Pacific & Court to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build visibility in today’s crowded media landscape. From crafting a powerful personal narrative to pitching stories that resonate, Kourtney shares practical strategies for authors, speakers, and entrepreneurs who want to expand their reach and elevate their impact. This episode explores the intersection of storytelling, credibility, and connection, offering listeners actionable guidance on how to position themselves for meaningful media opportunities. Kourtney also breaks down the difference between earned media and marketing! To reach Kourtney, visit Pacific and Court's website at https://pacificandcourt.com/ To reach Shari, (for speaking, books, coaching, and retreats) visit An Imperfectly Perfect Life's website at www.animperfectlyperfectlife.com #keynotespeaker #speakerpro #retreatsforwomen #flipthebox #connectionexpert #publicity #prfirm @authorlife
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Building Resilience Ft. Tiran Jackson
Mar 1000:37:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of An Imperfectly Perfect Life –with Shari Leid - Shari sits down with speaker and resilience expert Tiran Jackson for a conversation about the true nature of resilience. Many people believe resilience is something you either have or you do not. Tiran shares why that belief is a myth. Through his personal journey and the lessons he has learned along the way, he explains how resilience is actually a skill that can be developed, strengthened, and practiced over time. Shari and Tiran explore how the challenges we face can become the very experiences that build our strength. They discuss the mindset shifts that help people move forward after adversity and how the stories we tell ourselves can shape our ability to rise again. This conversation is an honest look at growth, perseverance, and the power we all have to build resilience one step at a time. To contact Tiran visit: Reborn Resilient https://rebornresilient.com/ For more information about Shari - to book speaking, coaching, and retreat information visit An Imperfectly Perfect Life https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/ #Resilience #BuildingResilience #ResilienceSkills #PersonalGrowth
Transcribe →Been There. Got Out. When Leaving Isn’t the End Ft. Lisa Johnson
Feb 500:35:32Tap to summarizeWhat really happens after you file for divorce differs for everyone -- and can be incredibly challenging for those who are leaving a toxic partner. Why do custody battles and high-conflict divorces continue long after the relationship ends? In this episode of An Imperfectly Perfect Life, Shari Leid talks with Lisa Johnson, co-founder of Been There. Got Out. Lisa spent years navigating a high-conflict divorce, representing herself against her former, much wealthier, spouse - through the chaos of a complex legal system, Lisa now works with clients around the world who are dealing with toxic relationships, legal abuse, and exhausting custody disputes. This conversation explores what legal abuse looks like, why leaving doesn’t always bring relief, and how people can regain clarity, confidence, and agency when systems feel overwhelming and unfair. It’s an honest, validating discussion for anyone rebuilding their life after divorce, emotional trauma, or long-term conflict. If you’ve ever wondered why getting out didn’t mean it was over, this episode will help you understand why - and what comes next. For more information and to contact Lisa, visit her website www.beentheregotout.com Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/09g7OpMd Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #retreatsforwomen #womensretreat #LifeAfterDivorce #HighConflictDivorce #ToxicRelationships #LegalAbuse #StartingOver
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Why Real Success Is Built Through Community Ft. Daven Michaels
Jan 2900:16:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Daven Michaels—a 10-time author, New York Times bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and respected business strategist—live from Top Talent Hollywood’s Media Row. Daven is widely known for helping people build wealth and businesses that create real freedom, but at the core of his work is something deeper and more enduring: community. Throughout our conversation, we explore how long-term success isn’t built in isolation—it’s built through intentional relationships, shared experiences, and environments where people truly belong. That philosophy comes to life through Daven’s creation of the San Juan Island Social Club and its accompanying San Juan Island cruise experience—a curated community designed to bring entrepreneurs, leaders, and creatives together not just to network, but to connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships in real life. Drawing from decades of entrepreneurial experience, Daven shares why community is not a “nice-to-have,” but a strategic advantage—and why the most successful leaders are those who invest in people as intentionally as they invest in growth. Even in the high-energy environment of Media Row, his clarity, presence, and commitment to connection come through loud and clear. If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or creator who wants to build wealth, impact, and community—without doing it alone—this conversation will challenge how you think about success, leadership, and what it really means to build something that lasts. For more information and to contact Daven Michaels - check out his website at https://davenmichaels.com/ Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/3vUc9SB Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #retreatsforwomen #midlifegrowth #Entrepreneurship #BusinessLeadership #SerialEntrepreneur #WealthBuilding #BusinessStrategy #FounderLife #EntrepreneurMindset
Transcribe →Observer, Not Absorber: The Power of Meditation
Jan 2200:14:57Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode, Shari Leid shares how meditation teaches you to become an observer rather than an absorber - using breath and presence as practical tools for everyday life. Fresh off becoming a certified meditation teacher, Shari offers simple meditation gems from her training that help you stay grounded, present, and clear without checking out of real life. This episode focuses on how conscious breathing builds awareness, emotional resilience, and calm leadership in moments that matter Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/3vUc9SB Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #retreatsforwomen #meditationteacher #meditationpractice #flipthebox #midlifegrowth #selfhelppodcast
Transcribe →Are You Stuck or Just Afraid? How to Bloom Where You’re Planted - Ft Anne Bonney
Jan 1500:30:51Tap to summarizeAre you truly stuck—or are you afraid to move forward? In this episode of An Imperfectly Perfect Life, host Shari Leid sits down with Anne Bonney, keynote speaker and leadership consultant, for an honest conversation about fear, growth, and what it really takes to create an incredible year ahead. Together, they explore how to recognize the difference between being stuck and being scared—and why fear is often a sign you’re standing at the edge of growth. Anne shares practical insights on how to bloom where you’re planted, even when life doesn’t look the way you expected it to. This episode invites listeners to reflect on the year behind them with curiosity instead of judgment, let go of what no longer serves them, and intentionally prepare for the year ahead—not through rigid resolutions, but through clarity, courage, and alignment. If you’re navigating change, reinvention, leadership challenges, or personal growth, this conversation offers grounded wisdom, real talk, and actionable perspective to help you move forward with confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to tell if you’re stuck or operating from fear Why fear isn’t a stop sign—but a signal What it means to bloom where you’re planted How to reflect on the past year without regret How to prepare for an incredible year ahead with intention Perfect for listeners interested in personal growth, leadership development, mindset shifts, and meaningful life transitions. Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/3vUc9SB Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #PersonalGrowth #FearAndGrowth #FeelingStuck #LifeTransitions #MindsetShift #IntentionalLiving #SelfLeadership
Transcribe →Creating a Personal Container for 2026 To Support Personal and Professional Growth
Jan 800:22:32Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to create a container for a new year? In this episode, I’m talking about creating a container for 2026 — the emotional, energetic, and practical structure that holds your life so growth can happen without burnout or force. A container isn’t about goals or resolutions. It’s about the environment you’re living inside. The boundaries you set. The rhythms you keep. The support you allow. When the container is strong, clarity and momentum follow naturally. I share how I’m thinking about my own container for 2026, why support matters more than willpower, and how designing the right structure can change how you show up in your work, relationships, and leadership. If you’re entering a new season and want it to feel grounded, intentional, and sustainable, this episode will help you rethink what it means to hold your life well. Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/cL7uYIy Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #IntentionalLiving #CreatingAContainer #2026Planning #PersonalGrowthPodcast #MidlifeReinvention #FlipTheBox #womensretreat
Transcribe →Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026: The Year I Chose to Rebuild
Dec 2200:24:37Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to intentionally rebuild your life—and then actually move forward? In this end-of-year episode of An Imperfectly Perfect Life, I reflect on 2025 as a deliberate rebuilding year and share the top three lessons that shaped how I think about love, work, money, and self-trust. I also offer simple, practical tools—questions, mantras, and reflections—you can use to step into the new year with clarity and confidence. Most of all, I share my excitement about what’s next. My wish for 2026 is simple: to enter this next year together, with intention—moving from a year of rebuilding into a year of implementation. If you’re ready to stop preparing and start living what you’ve learned, this episode is for you. Grab my free 52 Weeks of Connection email series—one weekly challenge to help you feel more connected and build real friendships as an adult. It’s free, simple, and you can unsubscribe anytime. Sign up at: https://zc.vg/ZDPo2 And if you’re ready to go even deeper, learn more about my Flip the Box® Women's Retreat at https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/retreat To purchase my latest book, Table For 51, visit: https://a.co/d/cL7uYIy Let’s dive in—reinvention, real talk, and a whole lot of laughter start NOW! #EndOfYearReflection #LifeRebuilding #IntentionalLiving #PersonalGrowth #Reinvention #ImplementationYear #FlipTheBox #MidlifeGrowth #WomenRebuilding #PodcastReflection #NewYearIntentions #ChooseYourLife
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