Episode 29 – Having Fun at Work Again

Episode 29 - Having Fun at Work Again

“I’m having fun at work again.” 

When Mel texted me those words, it hit me just how much has changed—and how grateful we are for the season we’re in.

This week on WTF: Where’s the FUN?, we’re catching up and reflecting on a powerful shift happening behind the scenes—how we’re finding more joy, energy, and gratitude in our work and our lives.

In this episode, we dive into:

✨ Why having fun at work again feels so refreshing—and what changed
✨ How a supportive community fuels both growth and fulfillment
✨ The role of discipline in creating freedom (and big moves!)
✨ Finding joy even in the challenges—and choosing your own version of fun
✨ How micro-decisions and gratitude can shift your entire day

This conversation is a reminder that success isn’t just about reaching the next milestone—it’s about appreciating the journey, trusting yourself, and choosing joy in the everyday moments along the way.

Highlights:

00:00 – Introduction and Gratitude
01:10 – Rediscovering Joy in Work
04:12 – Balancing Work and Personal Life
06:32 – Creating a Supportive Community
09:23 – Personal Growth and Discipline
12:31 – Finding Fun in Challenges
15:49 – Applying Fun to Everyday Life

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Episode 26 – Buy the Suitcase First: How Aligned Action Opens Doors

Episode 26 - Buy the Suitcase First: How Aligned Action Opens Doors

In this episode, Andrea and Mel share how taking small, intentional steps—even before the thing you want shows up—can move mountains.

Manifesting isn’t just about vision boards and waiting on signs. It’s about preparing yourself for what you want as if it’s already on the way. From buying a suitcase to book a future flight, to lining up support for a business that hasn’t launched yet, this conversation is about building evidence through action and making space for your next big chapter.

Inside the episode: 

✨ Andrea’s “suitcase moment” and how it led to her dream speaking gig
✨ Mel’s paint biz relaunch and the bold moves that made it real
✨ How to know if you’re operating from fear or faith
✨ The overlooked magic of preparing with joy instead of pressure

Whether you’re manifesting a speaking career, a biz pivot, or just a new version of yourself, this episode will help you move from “waiting” to “creating.”

Highlights:

00:19 – What is manifesting with action?
00:36 – Preparing for what you want before it arrives
01:09 – Aligned action vs busy action
01:41 – The “bridge” to the thing you want
01:59 – Andrea’s dream: aligned speaking opportunities
02:28 – Why she bought a suitcase *before* she booked gigs
03:30 – The vibration behind the suitcase
04:10 – When the opportunity in Manhattan appeared
04:50 – Full-time faith: spending before earning
05:44 – Preparing mentally and energetically
06:11 – The house move story: selling before knowing
07:00 – Trusting your gut over logic
08:10 – How resistance blocks manifestation
08:50 – Mel’s pivot & relaunching her painting biz
09:51 – Taking action even when it’s scary
10:46 – Acting “as if” in small, consistent ways
11:15 – Why aligned preparation speeds things up
12:05 – Planning around future success now
12:37 – The energetic shift when you’re already “in it”
13:39 – What are you preparing for?
14:51 – The middle part is the magic
15:58 – Letting go of resistance & trusting the process

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Episode 25 – The Moment Mel Admitted What She Really Wanted

Episode 25 - The Moment Mel Admitted What She Really Wanted

What if the thing you’re meant to do next…is the very thing you’ve been scared to admit?

This week on WTF: Where’s the Fun?, Mel shares something BIG—she’s relaunching her paint company in Muskoka. 

But this isn’t just about going back to an old business.

It’s about finally giving herself permission to do what actually lights her up…

👉 Even if it looks different than what she thought success should be.
👉 Even if it means letting go of the online identity she worked so hard to build.
👉 Even if it requires courage, clarity, and a whole lot of trust.

Meanwhile, Andrea’s stepping into a powerful new chapter of her own—unveiling her WTF 2.0 Keynote, launching aligned workshops, and working with clients who are ready to lead from joy.

In this episode, we dive into:

✨ Why following the fun often requires courage first
✨ The subconscious judgment that kept Mel stuck
✨ How the Universe responded the moment she chose joy
✨ What “aligned action” actually looks and feels like

If you’re in a season of transition—or standing at the edge of something you’ve been afraid to say out loud—this one’s for you.

Highlights:

00:28 – Andrea’s Spring Energy Shift
01:14 – Creating the WTF Keynote 2.0
02:07 – Reconnecting with 1:1 Coaching
03:11 – Mel’s Identity Shift & Pivot Back to Painting
04:44 – Facing Judgment and Fear of Starting Over
06:08 – Signs from the Universe & First Job Offer
07:31 – Resistance, Courage & Taking Aligned Action
08:43 – Redefining Success & Sustainable Business
10:19 – Advice for Navigating Transitions
11:10 – Lessons from past burnout and new boundaries
12:10 – Building the business in a new, sustainable way
13:20 – How inner growth shifts your external success
14:27 – Doing it from inspiration vs. necessity
15:54 – Real-life examples of shifting your approach
17:06 – Final reflections: try it, trust it, follow the fun

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Episode 22 – From Frustration to Fun

Episode 22 - From Frustration to Fun: How Shifting Your Energy Changes Everything

What if the key to unlocking better results—in business, sports, and life—wasn’t about pushing harder, but about bringing more fun into the process?

In this episode of WTF: Where’s the Fun?, we’re debunking the cultural myth that fun is frivolous—and proving why that couldn’t be further from the truth. From corporate boardrooms to championship hockey games, we’re sharing real-life stories of how choosing fun over frustration has led to massive breakthroughs.

Andrea shares a powerful moment with a CEO who had spent decades believing that fun was an afterthought—until he realized it was the missing ingredient for a thriving, high-performing team. Mel takes us behind the scenes of her NCAA hockey days, where a losing streak turned into an unforgettable winning moment—all because their coach decided to ditch the drills and bring the joy back into the game.

In this episode, we explore:

✨ How fear and frustration keep us stuck in cycles of burnout
✨ Why fun isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a game-changer for success
✨ The surprising way a hockey team went from losing streak to sweeping a top-ranked team
✨ Tangible ways to shift your energy and bring the joy back into your work and life

Tag us @fun.x.perience on IG sharing ONE way you can bring fun into your business today—we’d love to hear your story! 

Because fun isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s a game-changer.

Highlights:

00:31 – The myth that fun is frivolous
00:46 – A CEO’s aha moment about fun in business
01:56 – How we’re shifting corporate culture (and personal mindsets)
02:38 – Why school taught us that success isn’t fun
03:37 – From frustration to fun: sports as the perfect example
04:10 – The NCAA hockey losing streak that changed everything
05:15 – The unexpected fun-first strategy from our coach
06:06 – Playing hockey in costumes? Yes, really.
07:08 – How having fun led to a championship win
08:25 – What made the difference? Taking the pressure off
09:41 – The power of permission: Why we need space to play
10:44 – The leadership lesson from Steph Curry’s coach
12:14 – Actionable ways to shift your energy & create momentum
13:12 – How an outside perspective can help you reframe your approach
14:49 – Simple, practical ways to bring more joy into your day
15:22 – Why shifting your energy leads to better results
15:50 – What’s one way you can follow the fun?

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