In this powerful episode of the Level Up + Live Podcast, host Sean Meyers sits down with business owner and entrepreneur Shelley Guthrie for an honest conversation about faith, obedience, leadership, and the unseen journey behind long-term success. Shelley recently celebrated 23 years in business, but her story is far from a smooth path. Behind the longevity are failed ventures, financial risks, hard decisions, and seasons of uncertainty that tested her resilience and her faith. In this episode, she shares what most people never see: the setbacks, the lessons learned the hard way, and the moments where trusting God became the difference between pushing forward and giving up. Listeners will hear the powerful story of a single mother who opened her first business when her daughter was just three months old, built a company while raising three children, homeschooled during the early years, and learned how to navigate the constant tension between leadership, motherhood, and personal sacrifice. Shelley also opens up about: The reality behind business failures and how to move forward without fear Why many entrepreneurs make costly decisions before seeking guidance or prayer How a simple, honest prayer life can bring clarity and peace in leadership The importance of relationships over transactions in building long-term customer loyalty What she wishes she had done differently during the busiest seasons of her life How learning to care for herself made her a better leader and mother Beyond business, Shelley shares how mission work in Haiti transformed her perspective on success, gratitude, and service. What began as a trip to help others became a calling that has impacted her family, her business, and the lives of dozens of children. Through her salon and community support, more than $250,000 has been raised over the past 12 years to support an orphanage and create opportunities for families in need. This episode is a reminder that leadership is not about titles, recognition, or growth at any cost. It is about obedience, consistency, service, and staying aligned with the purpose you are called to live out. If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, parent, or leader navigating uncertainty, pressure, or the weight of responsibility, this conversation offers both encouragement and perspective. Success is not built on perfect decisions, it is built on faith, resilience, and a willingness to grow through every season. Listen now to hear Shelley’s story and discover what it truly means to build a life, business, and legacy that lasts. Level Up + Live, helping you grow in faith, leadership, and intentional living. Be Our Guest! Join our Level Up + Live Mastermind, the weekly power room for business owners and leaders hungry for clarity, accountability, and growth without sacrificing their soul in the process. Be Our Guest! https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1G_e-L28-BaTRQP71r-srT_8uFtPs3y_itIWWMEBfQ60/viewform?usp=drivesdk&edit_requested=true Hit play. Get uncomfortable. Live with intention.

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What if the real reason relationships fall apart isn’t cheating, money, or even conflict… but quietly growing in different directions?

In this raw, unfiltered, and unexpectedly hilarious episode of Level Up + Live, host Sean Meyers brings back the most requested guest of all time, his wife, Kendra Meyers, for their third appearance.

Together, they pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to grow together instead of drifting apart, while building businesses, leading teams, navigating faith, managing stress, and still liking each other at the end of the day.

Inside this episode:

• Why “personal growth” can secretly destroy marriages if you’re not careful

• The communication mistake almost every entrepreneur makes at home

• What to do when one spouse is obsessed with growth… and the other isn’t

• Faith, leadership, stress, exhaustion, and the real conversations couples avoid

• The one weekly question that can change your marriage forever

No fluff. No fake perfection. Just two imperfect action-takers having the conversations most couples need but never have.

Fair warning: This episode might spark some uncomfortable (but necessary) conversations with your spouse.

Hit play. Share it with your partner. And ask yourself:

Are we growing together… or just growing?

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In this episode of Level Up + Live, host Sean Myers sits down with Brook Beasley, insurance agency owner, tech startup co-founder, and leadership strategist, to unpack what it really looks like to build modern, scalable businesses without losing faith, culture, or human connection. Brook shares her journey of leading at the intersection of business, technology, and faith, including how she’s leveraging AI and automation to support teams rather than replace them. Together, Sean and Brook explore leadership disciplines, people-centered culture, and the mindset shifts required to scale sustainably in today’s fast-moving business environment. This conversation dives into real leadership seasons, from financial risk and rapid growth to discipline, consistency, and grace, offering practical insight for entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders navigating change. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How to use AI and automation as a leadership assistant without sacrificing trust or culture Why people-first leadership is the foundation of scalable businesses The role of faith and grace in decision-making and team development How discipline, consistency, and structure unlock higher levels of leadership Practical ways to celebrate wins, build culture, and retain great people Why surrounding yourself with the right community accelerates growth If you’re a leader looking to modernize, scale, and lead with intention, this episode will challenge and encourage you to level up without compromising what matters most. Be Our Guest! Join our Level Up + Live Mastermind, the weekly power room for business owners and leaders hungry for clarity, accountability, and growth without sacrificing their soul in the process. Try it FREE for one month. https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1G_e-L28-BaTRQP71r-srT_8uFtPs3y_itIWWMEBfQ60/viewform?usp=drivesdk&edit_requested=true Hit play. Get uncomfortable. Live with intention.

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