Ever feel like you’re putting in the hard work but your business isn’t growing as fast as you’d like? If so, you’re not alone.

Typically, your first year of business probably WILL be slow. You’re still figuring things out, and you don’t have an audience yet. That’s okay! Karolina made $7,000 in her first year. 

But why not avoid some rookie mistakes so you can get profitable faster? In this episode, Karolina dives into 7 mistakes that could be holding you back from turning your business into a 6-figure powerhouse, and the unexpected traps coaches fall into. 

You’ll hear her insights on pricing strategies, client retention, and positioning yourself as a thought leader, and she reveals why sometimes success is a gradual climb, not a sudden leap, with the universe matching opportunities with our readiness. 

Want to learn more about how to accelerate your business? Karolina still has a few spots left in her Thought Leader Mastermind!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The downside of treating your business like a side hustle instead of going all in – and finding the right price for your services (hint: most beginners start too small!)
• Why skyrocketing overnight can spell disaster for unprepared businesses and how building the right infrastructure can save you from this trap
• Authentic messaging and how becoming a thought leader can massively accelerate your business success
• Getting comfortable with our relationships with sales and remembering that, for many businesses, 80% of revenue comes from existing clients (don’t let them go!)

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn more about the Thought Leader Mastermind and secure one of the remaining spots!

Learn about the programs Karolina mentions in this episode, including Become Euphoric, Become Emboldened, the Empowered AF Coach Certification program.

Check out Karolina’s book recommendation 10x is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Euphoric 3.0 is here, where entrepreneurship and alcohol-free living collide. 

This podcast has evolved so much since its 2018 inception.

In the beginning, Karolina hosted Euphoric with her friend Danielle as a passion project at the beginning of her alcohol-free journey. 

In 2022, the pair amiably parted ways and Karolina took over. She introduced Euphoric 2.0, rebranding the podcast to focus on helping women achieve fulfillment and purpose. 

Today, Karolina talks about its newest iteration, and how positioning herself as a thought leader made ALL the difference in her entrepreneurial success.

Don’t own a business? That’s OK! If you have a passion and are trying to make an impact, this episode is for you. Want to write a book? Start a nonprofit? Build an audience? Keep listening.

Karolina reveals her playbook on thought leadership, why it’s her word of the year for 2025, and why this is the identity that ALL of us should adopt in the new year.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• What Brene Brown, Mel Robbins, Tony Robbins, Dean Graziosi, and Brendan Burchard have in common
• Why embodying the thought leader mindset is essential for your business growth and personal transformation
• Karolina’s 6-month mastermind: a game-changing journey culminating in an elite VIP event in Paris
• Why sometimes 10x is easier than 2x, forcing your brain to look at the bigger picture instead of incremental improvement

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn more about the Thought Leader Mastermind here. Are you interested in filling one of the last remaining spots in the inaugural Thought Leader Mastermind? If so, DM Karolina on Instagram.

Learn about the programs Karolina mentions in this episode, including Become Euphoric, Become Emboldened, the Empowered AF Coach Certification program.

Check out Karolina’s book recommendation 10x is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Seven years ago, on Karolina’s 30th birthday, she made a wish to never be hungover again.

This simple wish changed her destiny forever, catapulting her into an alcohol-free lifestyle which consequently spurred her book and a wildly successful business coaching women around the world how to discover their power within. 

Fast-forward to today: Karolina details what it was like to fly to Florida and be one of EIGHT women to receive an award at Freedom Queen Live for earning more than a million dollars in her business. At the time, she couldn’t help but wonder: how the hell did she get here?!

In this episode, Karolina delves into the journey of how she went from a 9-to-5 grind, drinking regularly, to where she is today: an entrepreneur, bestselling author, world traveler, and now recipient of this prestigious award.

Are you ready to learn from Karolina? Check out her programs and masterminds listed in the show notes below. 

We hope you have an incredible holiday season filled with empowerment, and the comfort that comes from knowing you can live the life you want to live, no questions asked.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The wish Karolina made on her 30th birthday – and the roller coaster journey that followed, leading her to the Dry January that changed her life
• Karolina’s rise to mentoring alcohol-free entrepreneurs and helping them explore their full potential
• What it was like to win an award at the Freedom Queen Live conference
• More about Karolina’s inaugural Thought Leader Mastermind program, which will kickoff in mid-January and will culminate with a VIP day in Paris!!
• How focusing on making a genuine impact transformed Karolina’s approach to business and life, leading to not just financial milestones but also incredible personal growth
• The benefits of doing things BEFORE you’re ready – and how Karolina is doing exactly that in 2025 

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn about the programs Karolina mentions in this episode, including Become Euphoric, Become Emboldened, the Empowered AF Coach Certification program.

Are you interested in filling one of the last remaining spots in the inaugural Thought Leader Mastermind? If so, DM Karolina on Instagram.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

⚡⚡The Euphoric BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS HERE! ⚡⚡

Have you ever been held back by beliefs around alcohol being “glamorous” and “sophisticated?” 

Martha Wright is an insider who used to work for the Food Network and IN the wine industry (with her own winery!) for more than 20 years. Martha also happens to live part-time in Paris, France. 

So, Martha is the perfect person for Karolina to discuss wine and French drinking culture with. 

Do the French ACTUALLY moderate? Or is it just a fallacy? Can we appreciate rituals and fine artisanal products without the brain fog?

Martha is all about cultivating play and fun in her AF life – from traipsing through Paris on a speakeasy tour to cuddling baby goats in Oregon! – and offers great ideas about how to lean into the full spectrum of all life’s beauty and flavors.

It’s Thanksgiving week, and hopefully, this episode inspires you to ask yourself: how can I invoke my own sense of play? How can I bring more sensory delight into my daily life?

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Martha’s journey from wine aficionado to alcohol-free advocate: what sparked her transformation and how she redefined her identity beyond the bottle
• Busting the romanticized narrative of “French moderation” and what it truly means for alcohol consumption and well-being
• Martha’s decision to not “retreat” on all the things that often come along with alcohol – gatherings, celebrations, sensory experiences – but double-down on it
• Creative tips for hosting unforgettable gatherings that foster deep connections and fun sans alcohol (and what Martha sees for the future of the alcohol-free industry)
• Martha’s secret to making life’s pleasures even more delightful and immersive without alcohol

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

⚡⚡Euphoric Black Friday Sale is live! Whether you want to make your desires for alcohol disappear, or become rock solid in an AF lifestyle as your manifest your biggest dream, or become a Thought Leader in your field while commanding more income and impact, shop the deals here. 

If you loved this episode, please be sure to reach out to Martha and visit her website, see her tips for a juicy Thanksgiving with decadent treats and recommended AF resources. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Going alcohol-free was one of the most empowering things Jen Hirst has ever done – and now, she’s an icon  in the alcohol-free industry. But you might not know where she started and the lows she experienced before turning her life around.  

Alcohol abuse led Jen to lose her job, her car, and almost her marriage. In her darkest moments, she found herself drinking mouthwash, blacking out, and blowing a .34 on the BAC scale. 

Her conversation with Karolina reveals not only her decision to go alcohol-free after years of struggling with drinking, but why she kept it a secret before ultimately launching her empire.

Today, Jen is the founder of Lighthouse Sobriety, which marries fitness and daily habits to help women go alcohol-free. She is also an alum of Karolina’s Empowered AF Coach Certification program. 

Jen is the definition of a true trailblazer in the alcohol-free industry and a beacon of hope for those struggling with alcohol. Here, she shares the habits that spurred her personal growth and made all the difference for her and her clients, helping them remain resilient and become excited about the life before them.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How Jen transitioned from a "closet alcoholic" – who at her lowest found herself drinking mouthwash and rubbing alcohol – to celebrating over 11 years alcohol-free
• The life-changing decision to go public with her sobriety and become a sober coach – and the realization that sobriety is something to be incredibly proud of
• Jen’s approach to help clients create new habits, including the daily 5 that she credits with much of her success. 
• The power of consistency and connecting with your bigger “why” – plus, Jen’s visualization that changed her life

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Follow Jen Hirst on Instagram, learn about Lighthouse Sobriety, and read one of Jen’s favorite books, You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Have you ever wanted to go after something but your ego told you it was too late?

Well, that ego of yours was wrong. It is never too late, and you’re never too old! That is just a BS story you’ve been telling yourself, and today’s guest, Rebecca Guevara-Wingler, stands as proof that you have permission. 

After a long corporate career, Rebecca became an artist in her 50s. In her 60s, she became a healing facilitator. Now, she leads retreats around the world, helping people experience healing and spiritual depth through the lens of art. 

And the best part? Becoming alcohol-free was the secret ingredient that opened the floodgates to her truest self.

We’re so creative when we’re children, dabbling in beautiful creative expressions – only to zip it up in adulthood. Like lots of people, Rebecca’s art fell to the wayside while raising and providing for her family. Tapping back into her creative self unlocked parts of her she didn’t even know existed.

In this episode, Rebecca shares profound insights on overcoming self-imposed limitations, debunking myths like alcohol-fueled creativity, and finding inspiration in spirituality and nature. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Rebecca’s breakthrough to artistry in her 50s – emphasizing that it’s never too late to shift from your corporate career and follow your dreams
• Why alcohol blocks creativity and spiritual connection, contrary to the romanticized notion of the “suffering artist”
• Tapping into true self-expression using Rebecca’s transformative "Color Language of the Soul" techniques to unleash emotions and connect with your essence
• Rebecca’s retreat sneak peek: a transformative, substance-free retreat with art, yoga, cultural immersion, and self-expression in Guatemala

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Follow Rebecca on Instagram, visit her website, and learn about her upcoming retreat in Guatemala. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Imagine going to a routine physical and walking away with life-changing news. How would you respond? How quickly would you implement change to radically transform your health?

After losing a dear friend who was alcohol dependent, Melissa McGovern fell into some unhealthy patterns, drinking and indulging in comfort foods. Then everything changed in August 2023.

Her blood work showed high liver enzymes. High cholesterol. High blood pressure. Her doctor was very concerned. She knew she had to make a change, and FAST.

After that doctor’s visit, Melissa quit drinking and changed her diet, losing a staggering 30 pounds in just 3 months. And now at age 53, she’s an alcohol-free coach, an alum of Karolina’s Empowered AF Coach Certification program, and she is SLAYING. 

This episode is so moving, and Melissa’s incredible transformation in such a short time is truly astounding. Get your tissues ready!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Melissa’s journey from alcohol dependence to discovering a vibrant, purpose-driven life, from not knowing what a limiting belief was to becoming a “limiting belief sleuth”
• How quitting drinking drastically reduced Melissa’s cholesterol and A1C levels
• The wake-up call and heartbreaking loss of Melissa’s friend, who was struggling with alcohol abuse and how his loss fueled a deep purpose within Melissa 
• The difference the physical changes made to Melissa’s mental health (and the techniques she used to get in touch with the confident version of herself she used to be!)

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

If this story was touching to you and you want to work with Melissa, visit her website, The Sober New Yorker, follow her on Instagram and listen to her podcast.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Going alcohol-free is one of the best things you can do for your health. But what about after that? What are the next steps?

Megan Swan is a guru on women’s wellness who works with high-performing, high-achieving women. In this episode, she and Karolina talk about how to think about your wellness differently so it’s easier to incorporate into your life.

Megan and Karolina met years ago, and she actually just graduated from the Empowered AF Coach Certification program (plus, she led a yoga class and shared incredible wellness rituals at the retreat, too!)

If your holistic wellness routines are taking a backseat as you tackle your most ambitious goals, Megan will inspire you to prioritize your health so you can get to the next level without burning out. 

She even debunks myths about sugar (just eat the damn fruit!), will help you find ways to “sneak in” movement, AND build a bank of healthy, guilt-free meals to pull from.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How removing alcohol and embracing fruits, veggies, and fermented foods can supercharge your digestion
• Megan’s 7-year alcohol-free milestone, and why she feels better than she ever has at age 45
• Eating intuitively, debunking diet myths, removing food guilt, and why there’s no one-size-fits-all solution
• Manageable changes you can make to integrate wellness into your busy life more seamlessly and superfoods to incorporate into your diet

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED

Listen to Megan’s podcast, Wellness as a Way of Life, follow her on Instagram, and visit her website. (Also, if you liked this episode, be sure to listen to Episode 125, which also features Megan!)

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

What decisions are holding you back from entering your "Big Moves" era?

Karolina recently coined the term when she was stuck in the dreaded waiting game, unable to make a series of decisions until a certain one was finalized.

Where can you say YES to your heart without over-analyzing everything?

When a decision feels like a “hell yes!” but we fail to take action, we lose steam and feel weird or guilty about it. Waiting creates anxiety, and stagnation. 

It can make you feel powerless.

Karolina talks about the power of making those gutsy “hell yes!” decisions – leading to a spontaneous trip to Mexico, a business retreat in Brazil, and how exhilarating and transformative the resulting domino effect can be for future decision-making.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling way too many open tabs in life, this episode is your wake-up call to make those monumental changes you've been dreaming about.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Karolina's "Big Moves Era" and how you can make quick, powerful decisions to supercharge your life
• The “waiting game” – how we fall victim to it, and the big decisive moves that can bust us out of it and elevate our personal and professional life to unprecedented heights
• How understanding your human design type can revolutionize the way you make decisions – especially those “hell yes!” decisions
• Why sometimes indecision – or just putting off a big decision because circumstances aren’t perfect – is actually worse than telling yourself no
• Practical tips to start acting like the future, super-successful version of yourself right now

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Learn how your personality best makes decisions by discovering your Human Design type.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

Can you even believe that just fifty years ago, a woman needed a man to cosign on a business loan or open a checking account?

Women weathered so many wars, famine, and poverty back in the day. With raw resilience, they survived against immense odds.

But in our current reality, opportunity sits at our fingertips. You can start a business, write a book, or create a film with NO gatekeeper required. 

It’s a new world out there! The kind of reality our mothers, grandmothers, and even Karolina’s ancestors in Poland fought for. So here’s an important question for you:

Are you going to honor your ancestors’ sacrifices and follow your big, bold dreams?

If quitting your 9-to-5 sounds overwhelming, it might be that you haven’t fully stepped into your power and purpose. 

And when you do, it will bring such energy and passion that it will spill over into so many other areas of your life.

If you need help finding your power and purpose, there’s ONE SPOT left in our Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program, which includes a certification to become an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities. Apply today!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Drawing strength from our ancestors' survival stories to fuel our journeys and how seizing modern opportunities is a tribute to those who paved the way
• Karolina’s ancestors in Poland during World Wars I & II, and what her parents went through to emigrate to the U.S. from Poland after the fall of communism
• The role of subconscious programming in determining our beliefs about what is possible based on the realities we see as children and young adults
• The goals that have gatekeepers and the goals that don’t, and why it’s safer to bet on ourselves than an employer
• The possibilities that exist when we’ve stepped into our power and purpose: the energy we feel, and the spillover into all areas of our lives

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach. 

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will help you lose the desire to drink. 

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true. 

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.

This is the story of how Karolina almost lost $1 million dollars.

Today, she pulls back the curtain on her own journey from a stressed out in her cubicle to becoming a wildly successful entrepreneur and globe-trotting author.

But there was a time when she didn’t feel she could move forward with this dream. 

Karolina had so many doubts, fears, and insecurities, especially about showing up online and looking cringe.

If she hadn’t mustered up the bravery, she would have missed out on well over $1 MILLION dollars her boutique coaching business has generated.

Our brains are evolutionarily built to look out for the negative. 

Have you ever told yourself you’re not ready, too old, too young, or not confident enough? Or that the world isn’t ready and your dreams are silly? 

You’ll learn exactly how to rewire your self-doubt, and hear straight from Karolina why being brave isn’t something we’re born with – but instead, a decision we make.

If you’re looking to change your life (and other people’s lives) and join the alcohol-free movement, get certified as an alcohol-free life coach along with 4 other modalities in the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program. Last day to submit your application is October 15.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• How a lack of confidence almost cost Karolina over $1 million, and why stepping into your bravery can lead to unimaginable success
• How to get over your fear of looking cringe
• Karolina was a life-long underearner, until she wasn’t. Learn how Karolina shifted her mindset from under-earning to building a thriving coaching business and how you can reprogram your brain for unstoppable success
• The explosive growth of the alcohol-free movement and why it's never too late to join in, reinvent your relationship with alcohol, and lead a more fulfilling and profitable life
• The fear wrapped up in standing in our authenticity for fear of being made fun of for following our dreams

LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED:

If you know you’re meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and achieve deep healing (along with their bigger dreams), apply for the Empowered AF 5X Coach Certification Program – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free coach. 

Listen to the recent episode, What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business Part 2.

Karolina loves You Are a Badass and You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero.

Lose your desire to drink and lean into your dream life with Karolina’s book Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You. When you order today, you’ll also unlock tons of resources and checklists to support you on your journey. 

Loved the book? We’d be honored if you left a review! 

If you're still in the process of reevaluating alcohol on your own right now, I invite you to join Become Euphoric first, which will help you lose the desire to drink.

Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram and watch me romanticize the AF lifestyle and show you how to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true.

And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.