Break Your Bullsh*t Box
Self-Improvement
About
Welcome to the Break Your Bullsh*t Box podcast, where excuses aren't tolerated and results are earned. This podcast is for people who realize it's time to break your bullsh*t box and start living life on your terms. Hosted by Amber Fuhriman Esq. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- Episode 395: Courage, Hormones, and Healing: How to Rebuild Your Identity After Burnout with Jessica Waugh
Episode Summary What happens when the career you spent a decade building becomes a prison? Amber Fuhriman sits down with certified menopause lifestyle practitioner Jessica Waugh to unpack how childhood trauma, a devastating professional be…
- Episode 394: Stop Hiding Behind Preparation: Why You Already Know What to Do and How to Finally Do It
This episode features Amber Fuhriman explaining that over-preparation often serves as a shield for fear, preventing individuals from taking necessary actions. It delves into the neuroscience behind action and belief, challenging the "fake…
- Episode 393: Gen X After 40: How to Stop Overtraining, Start Having Fun, and Reinvent Yourself on Your Own Terms with Heather McHardy
This episode features Heather McHardy, a former dancer turned creator of Gen X nightlife events. She discusses reinventing oneself after 40, the pitfalls of overtraining, and the power of conscious action over simply "doing less." The conv…
- Episode 392: Pricing From the Inside Out: How Identity Drives Every Number You Charge
Amber Fuhriman discusses how pricing is a reflection of personal identity and self-worth, rather than solely market conditions. The episode explores how past beliefs about money and worth influence pricing decisions and client perceptions.
- Episode 391: Relationship Currency and Real Results: How Community Leadership Becomes a Coaching Empire with Brandon Ward
Brandon Ward joins Amber Fuhriman to discuss how transformation surpasses mere inspiration in business. They explore relationship currency as a growth strategy and the practical steps to building a coaching empire, emphasizing action over…
- Episode 390: Lack of Follow Through: Why Your Team's Performance Problem Is Actually a Leadership Problem
In Episode 390, Amber Fuhriman discusses how a team's failure to follow through is frequently a reflection of leadership standards and inconsistent consequences. She emphasizes that leaders must audit their own behavior and the environment…
- Episode 389: Relationships, Resilience, and Reinvention: How Trusting the Process Builds a Life Worth Living with Joe Wittenwiler
Episode Summary What does a New Jersey junkyard, a mortgage business, and waterproof countertops all have in common? They are all part of one man's relentless commitment to doing right by people. Amber sits down with entrepreneur and commu…
- Episode 388: Stop Buying Courses: Why Your Belief System Is the Real Block to Business Growth
Episode Summary You've read the books, taken the courses, and filled the notebooks, so why are you still stuck? Amber Fuhriman cuts through the noise to reveal what's actually blocking your results: the belief system running underneath eve…
- Episode 387: Wired to Win: How Understanding Your Natural Instincts Can Transform Your Team, Your Leadership, and Your Life with Vikki Kempker
Episode Summary Most leaders think their team problems are about skill, strategy, or motivation. They're wrong. Amber Fuhriman sits down with Kolbe certified consultant and energy healer Vikki Kempker to unpack the real reason high perform…
- Episode 386: Not a Sales Problem, a Belief Problem: How to Identify and Break the Inner Blocks Stopping Your Conversions
Episode Summary You've bought the course, practiced the script, and you're still not closing. Amber Fuhriman cuts through the noise and names the real problem: it's not your sales skills, it's your beliefs. In this episode, she walks you t…
- Episode 385: Your Story Is Your Strategy: PR, Authentic Branding, and Building a Business on Purpose with Gina Yager
Episode Summary Stop winging it and wondering why you feel stuck. Amber Fuhriman sits down with Gina Yager, founder of GYC Vegas, to break down why your authentic story is the most powerful PR tool you have, and how intentional strategy in…
- Episode 384: What "Like-Minded People" Actually Means (And Why You're Getting It Wrong)
Episode Summary Think surrounding yourself with like-minded people means finding people who agree with you? Amber Fuhriman challenges that assumption head-on, breaking down what like-minded truly means and why the people who think differen…
- Episode 383: You Had Me At No: How Boundaries Banish Burnout and Build Better Relationships with Sheryl Green
Episode Summary Saying yes to everything is not a virtue, it is a fast track to burnout and resentment. Amber Fuhriman sits down with boundaries expert and author Sheryl Green to break down why most people are setting boundaries wrong, wha…
- Episode 382: The Cost of Pretending: How to Stop Being Who Others Want You to Be and Build Real Connection in Business
Episode Summary Think being a people pleaser makes you more likable? Think again. Amber Fuhriman reveals why chameleon behavior kills real connection and tanks trust in business, plus the NLP-backed framework for knowing when flexibility i…
- Episode 381: Stop Chasing Titles: How to Build Real Success When Your Identity Falls Apart with Chris Mitchell
Episode Summary What happens when the title you worked your whole career to earn suddenly disappears? Chris Mitchell went from corporate executive overseeing $24 million and 400 employees to entrepreneur working from home in shorts, and th…
- Episode 380: The Magic Number Myth: Why Six Figures Won't Solve Your Problems (And What Actually Will)
Episode Summary Think hitting six figures will finally make you happy? Amber Fuhriman rips apart the dangerous myth that money, relationships, or weight loss will solve your problems. She shares her own panic attack moment after hitting he…
- Episode 379: Stop Over-Functioning and Under-Receiving: NLP and Emotional Surgery for Women in Business with Lorie Wu
Episode Summary Think you're stuck in toxic patterns because you're broken? Amber Fuhriman sits down with mindset coach and author Lorie Wu to dismantle that lie. They dig into the NLP tools, nervous system regulation, and boundary-setting…
- Episode 378: Letting Go of Outdated Identities: How to Release Who You Used to Be and Become Who You Need to Be
Episode Summary The identities that got you here won't get you there. Amber Fuhriman breaks down why the parts of yourself that once served you might now be the exact thing holding you back from your goals and walks you through how to iden…
- Episode 377: Build a Wellness Empire: From Wall Street to Holistic Health with Jenn Ty
Episode Summary Tired of letting ego and perfectionism keep you stuck at the starting line? Amber Fuhriman sits down with massage therapist and former Wall Street VP Jenn Ty to unpack how she ditched the corporate armor, survived cancer, a…
- Episode 376: Stop Reading, Start Changing: Why Self-Help Books Aren't Transforming Your Business
Episode Summary Reading 250 books won't change your life if you never change your behavior. Amber Fuhriman calls out the hidden trap of personal development reading and challenges business owners to stop hiding in books and start doing the…
- Episode 375:Breakthrough Connection: How Volunteering Transforms Communities and Lives with Ben Berard
Episode Summary Discover how vulnerability, human connection, and community service create real transformation. Ben Berard, founder of Volunteers of Vegas, shares his journey from small-town kid to nonprofit leader, revealing how authentic…
- Episode 374: Breakthrough Success: How NLP Transforms Business Leaders and Ambitious Professionals
Episode Summary Ready to stop repeating the same patterns and unlock real success? Amber Fuhriman reveals how NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) helps business owners break through limiting beliefs, improve communication, and create intent…
- Episode 373: Biggest Mistakes in Business Coaching: How to Get Real Results
Episode Summary Struggling to get results from your business coach? Amber Fuhriman reveals the three critical mistakes people make when hiring a coach that prevent real transformation and how to fix them. Learn how to take ownership of you…
- Episode 372: Understanding the Difference Between Coaching, Consulting, and Mentoring and Which is Best for You
Episode Summary Confused about what business coaching really is? Amber Fuhriman breaks down the critical differences between coaching, consulting, and mentoring so you can hire the right support for your business growth in 2026 and avoid c…
- Ep 371: Breakthrough Fundraising: Knowing Your Worth and Learning How to Ask For it with Allison Loftus
Episode Summary Ready to overcome your fear of asking for money? Fundraising expert Allison Loftus shares proven strategies for packaging your ideas, building authentic relationships with donors, and understanding that rejection isn't the…
- Ep 370: Breaking Autopilot: Why We All Need An External Perspective
Episode Summary: Ever arrive at your destination with no memory of the drive? That's autopilot and it's not just happening in your car. It's running your business decisions, your communication patterns, and the choices you make (or avoid)…
- 369: Humanizing the Legal Profession: Identity, Burnout, and Compassion with Judicial Candidate Lance Hendron (Success Mindset Podcast)
Episode Summary Ready to break out of the “superhuman” myth in law and business? Amber Fuhriman sits down with criminal defense attorney and judicial candidate Lance Hendron to expose the real, raw truths behind success, burnout, and maint…
- Episode 368: The Courage To Become Who You're Not Yet
In this powerful finale of the Break Your Bullshit Box framework cycle, Amber Fuhriman explores the critical role of courage in personal transformation. After challenging your identity, breaking your bullshit, and designing your life plan,…
- Episode 367: The Creative Journey of an Author: From Self-Doubt to Authenticity with Dawn Ramos
Episode Summary: In this heartfelt conversation, Amber Fuhriman sits down with author Dawn Ramos to explore the creative process, the challenges of being an author, and the journey of stepping into your authentic self. Dawn shares her expe…
- Episode 366: Designing Your Life: Breaking the Bullshit Around Success
Episode Summary: In this powerful solo episode, Amber challenges the traditional view of sales and reveals why it's inseparable from designing the life you want. She breaks down the uncomfortable truth: you're always selling, whether it's…
- Episode 365: Stop Being Quiet: Breaking Free From the Need to Be Perfect with Shane Hamlett
Episode Summary: In this powerful conversation, musician Shane Hamlett shares his journey from chasing six-figure success to discovering his authentic voice through music. Shane opens up about the moment he realized money wasn't the answer…
- Episode 364: Beyond the Strategy: Understanding Why You Don't Follow Through
In this episode: Are you stuck in an endless cycle of planning without taking action? In this episode of The Break Your Bullshit Box Podcast, we dive into the reason even the best-laid plans fail and how we use strategy as a hiding…
- 363: Why Your Brand’s Voice Matters More Than You Think with Jodi Krangle
In this episode: Amber interviews voice actor and podcast host JodI Krangle about how sound and voice influence people psychologically, and why “audio branding” matters as much as visual branding. JodI shares her path into voice acting, em…
- Episode 362: Why new Year, New Me is complete Bullsh*t
In this episode: After a brief hiatus, Amber returns with a powerful episode about the most important (and most hated) topic of the new year: identity and transformation. This episode challenges the myth of "New Year, New Me" and ex…
- 361: History, Hate, and Hope with Rob Wolf
In this episode: Amber interviews author Rob Wolf about his book Not a Real Enemy and the deeply personal process of turning his parents’ recorded histories into a narrative meant to educate and combat hatred. Rob shares how revisiting his…
- 360: Self-Awareness is the New Superpower w/ Kareen Aristide
In this episode: Amber is joined by Kareen Aristide for an inspiring conversation on the journey from stay-at-home mom to successful entrepreneur, author, and coach. Key Takeaways: “People around you need the real you—not the version…
- 359: True Crime, Trauma, and the Psychology of Power with Douglas Fifer
In this episode: In this intense yet deeply insightful episode, Amber interviews retired law enforcement officer Douglas Fifer, author of 50 Shades of True Crime , about the darkest corners of human behavior. Douglas discusses his 25-year…
- 358: From Photographer to Strategist: Asia Dore’s Brand Evolution
In this episode: Amber Fuhriman and guest Asia Dore explore the complexities of personal branding and its intersection with human behavior, vulnerability, and ethical marketing. Asia shares her evolution from photographer to brand strategi…
- 357: Authenticity Over Approval: Owning Your Story with Chris Rhyss Edwards
In this episode: Amber Fuhriman and guest Christopher Rhyss Edwards engage in a powerful, wide-ranging conversation about authenticity, humility, trauma, societal division, and true empathy. They explore how personal experiences—ranging fr…
- 356: The Truth About Karma, Health, and Following Your Passion with Dr. Lynn Anderson
In this episode: Amber interviews Dr. Lynn Anderson, a naturopath, yoga instructor, and spiritual teacher, who shares her journey from a stressed single mother to a holistic health advocate. Together with the host, they explore how passion…
- 355: Living with Unresolved Trauma with Billy Mandarino
In this episode: Amber interviews Billy Mandarino, a speaker, author, musician, and spiritual teacher, about embracing authenticity, healing from trauma, and living in the "now." Billy shares transformative life experiences, including a sp…
- 354: Scaling Success with Leslie Michelle Logan
In this episode: Amber welcomes with Leslie Michelle Logan, who shares her journey from skepticism to passion for Pilates and how it transformed her life beyond fitness. The conversation explores mindset shifts, self-care, business growth,…
- 353: How Personal Change Fuels Business Success with Mitch Carson
In this episode: Amber sits down with CEO and Thought Leader, Mitch Carson who shares how personal traumas—like his parents' deaths, a difficult divorce, and a heart attack—served as pivot points that shaped his journey to success. Key Tak…
- 352: Entrepreneurship, Failure, and Rebuilding: Lessons from the Trenches with Max Emma
In this episode: Amber sits down with Max Emma, an entrepreneur who immigrated from the former Soviet Union to the United States and built a successful business empire after overcoming financial hardships, including bankruptcy. Max shares…
- 351: Avoiding the Spotlight
In this episode: Amber talks about the struggles of being an introverted person. Key Takeaways: "The most important thing to realize is that we are never really alone." "Allow yourself to be imperfect in public." "The other people in the r…
- 350: A Look Back on Perspective
In this episode: Amber talks about the life lessons she learned from her recent cataract surgery. Key Takeaways: "Always challenge your opinions." "Your brain believes what you tell it." "Sometimes the thing holding you back is all in your…
- 349: Revisiting Your Inner Circle
In this episode: Amber talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with people who will push you to grow. Key Takeaways: "Each person you connect with is going to inspire you in a different way." "You’re not the average of the FIVE…
- 348: A Rewind About Smart Goals
In this episode: Amber talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with people who will push you to grow. Key Takeaways: "Each person you connect with is going to inspire you in a different way." "You’re not the average of the FIVE…
- 347: Getting Help with the Blind Spots ft. Stacey O'Byrne
Today's Guest: Stacey O'Byrne Stacey O'Byrne has over 20 years experience as a successful sales professional, manager, leader and business owner. Stacey is a motivational speaker, trainer, certified coach, and is certified as in Neuro-Ling…
- 346: Behavioral and Emotional Training Strategies with Brady Foulk
Today's Guest: Brady Foulk I'm Brady, Founder & Head Trainer Of New Direction Dog Training. I want you to know something before you scroll any further. I’m not one to gate keep my greatest tips and tricks for dog training happiness. I’m th…