Breaking Beliefs

Give a gift to yourself each week during this podcast to go on a self journey and explore the internal beliefs that drive your patterns and habits that can show up in ways that prevent you from what you want most in your life, whether at work or at home. During this podcast, Amy Vetter, a CPA, Yogi & Technologist, and the author of Business, Balance and Bliss, will explore how we can break from these beliefs with her guests that are leaders in business, health & wellness, mindfulness, spirituality practices, and more. As you listen to their stories, you will uncover your own truths about your beliefs, or what someone else told you to believe, that is holding you back today or into the future. Be inspired by the personal stories and journeys that are shared to make a positive change in your own life, because if you BELIEVE you can BREAK from these unwanted habits or patterns, YOU WILL!

Breaking Beliefs is a business podcast hosted by Amy Vetter, with 1 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Amy Vetter hosts Breaking Beliefs, a business show with 1 episodes published.

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  Episode 184: Get Used To Being Uncomfortable With Derek Distin

  Sep 1, 202652 min

  Ever wonder how stepping out of your comfort zone can completely transform your career and personal life? Join Amy Vetter for an inspiring conversation with Derek Distin , VP of Community at Rightworks , as he reflects on his unique journey from a childhood of frequent moves to building supportive professional networks in the accounting industry. Through stories about his career pivots—from computer science and Spanish to hospitality and sales—and his experiences as a coach, Derek explores the essential power of leadership, resilience, and maintaining healthy personal habits. This episode offers actionable wisdom on embracing being "uncomfortable" and learning to show up for others, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate professional transitions and foster authentic, lasting community connections. Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://amyvetter.com/breakingbeliefspodcast

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  Episode 183: Your Challenges Are A Detour, Not A Stop Sign With Stephanie Valenti

  Aug 16, 20261h 2m

  Navigating organizational shifts and personal transitions requires a strategic approach to change management that balances business objectives with human-centric leadership. In this article, B2B sales expert and VP of Sales at BILL , Stephanie Valenti , joins Amy to explore her unique journey—spanning her upbringing in a creative family and life as a young parent to her path into successful sales leadership. Beyond her professional milestones, Stephanie discusses how she guides teams through transitions using the change curve model while addressing key industry challenges like the impact of technology on the accounting profession. She also gets candid about her own experience with burnout, sharing how she learned to prioritize joy, set boundaries, and focus on self-reflection to build resilience. From the value of due diligence in professional partnerships to realigning your career trajectory, this conversation offers a powerful roadmap for building a more sustainable, fulfilling future. Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://amyvetter.com/breakingbeliefspodcast

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  Episode 182: Never Ever Give Up: Work Hard And It Will Pay Off

  Aug 4, 202654 min

  Rising from humble beginnings in North Central Indiana to becoming a powerhouse partner at Kemper CPA Group, LLP, Michelle Smith demonstrates that resilience and dedication can transform your career trajectory. In this episode, Michelle shares her inspiring journey of overcoming early challenges, including balancing motherhood at sixteen while pursuing her dream of becoming a CPA. Discover how she achieved significant audit practice growth, scaling her practice from $350,000 to over $1 million through strategic networking, board involvement, and an unwavering commitment to her professional vision. Join us as Michelle discusses the importance of hard work, maintaining strong relationships, and finding the essential work-life balance necessary to thrive in the competitive world of auditing. Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://amyvetter.com/breakingbeliefspodcast

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  Episode 181: Servant Leadership: Allow Yourself To Be Influenced By Others With Chris West

  Jul 21, 20261h 1m

  Growing up as a pastor’s kid in Grand Junction, Colorado, Chris West learned early on that leadership is not about directing others, but about serving them. Today, as the CEO of DWC CPAs and Advisors , Chris credits his servant leadership philosophy for his ability to maintain a people-first culture and guide the firm through its impressive 80-year history. Join us as Chris details his unique path, from his initial aspirations of becoming an archaeologist to his 30-year tenure at DWC CPAs. We discuss how his father’s influence shaped his commitment to listening, extending trust, and allowing himself to be influenced by those he leads. Chris also reflects on bridging generational gaps in the workplace, finding personal purpose through Simon Sinek’s Find Your Why framework, and rediscovering his creative passions. This conversation offers a profound look at how personal values drive professional legacy and long-term career fulfillment. How many hours did you spend last week looking up the same tax questions your team already answered last month?   Most firms lose time to duplicated research, scattered knowledge, and juniors who can't find the answers they need. So, partners get pulled into basic questions instead of strategic client work.   CoCounsel Tax is the AI tax professionals count on. It gives your entire team instant access to expert-level answers with citations—trained on tax code, regulations, and Thomson Reuters' trusted content. Consistency goes up. Rework goes down. Your people spend time advising, not searching.   Learn more at tr.com/cocounselAYR . This episode is brought to you in partnership with Thomson Reuters. Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://amyvetter.com/breakingbeliefspodcast

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  Episode 180: Trust Your Intuition: Don't Ask For Permission To Be YOU With Anne Bonney

  May 26, 202658 min

  Career pivots and transitions are indeed challenging, but you can handle them with finesse if you just trust your intuition. Amy Vetter sits down with Anne Bonney , who grew up in multiple countries and took on several jobs before finding her biggest purpose as a keynote speaker and emcee. She reflects on her childhood experiences in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Greece, which instilled in her a strong sense of independence and trust in people. Anne also looks back on her various career paths, including teaching special education and working as an animal trainer at aquariums and wildlife museums. Learn how you can succeed in any endeavor you embrace in life if you do not ask permission to be authentically yourself and simply unleash your very own superpower. Love the show?  Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://amyvetter.com/breakingbeliefspodcast

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