Live Greatly at Kristel Bauer

In this special re-release of the Live Greatly Podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Dr. William Li, internationally renowned physician, scientist, New York Times bestselling author, and author of Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer, to explore the truth about metabolism, weight loss, and fat burning.

Does your metabolism really slow down after 40? Can the foods you eat help your body burn fat and support a healthy metabolism?

Dr. Li challenges common myths about metabolism, weight gain, and fat burning while sharing research-backed insights into how the foods we eat and our daily habits can influence metabolic health.

From understanding what really happens to your metabolism as you age to exploring meal timing and strategies to support your body's natural fat-burning processes, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on nutrition, weight management, and healthy aging.

Key Takeaways From This Episode:

• Does your metabolism really slow down after age 40?

• Common myths about metabolism, weight gain, and fat burning

• How the foods you eat can support metabolic health

• The relationship between excess body fat and metabolism

• What to know about eating before bedtime

• How meal timing may influence your body's fat-burning processes

• Ways to support a healthy metabolism while still enjoying the foods you love

About Dr. William Li

Dr. William W. Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet. His groundbreaking research has contributed to the development of more than 30 medical treatments, impacting care for over 70 diseases. He is President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation and a leading voice in the field of food as medicine.

Dr. Li has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNBC, and other major media outlets. His TED Talk, Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?, has reached millions of viewers worldwide.

Connect with Dr. William Li:

Website: https://drwilliamli.com/

Book: https://drwilliamli.com/etb-diet-book/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drwilliamli/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drwilliamli/

About the Host:

Kristel Bauer is a keynote speaker, award-winning author of Work-Life Tango, and host of the Live Greatly podcast. She shares science-backed insights and actionable strategies to help individuals and teams thrive personally and professionally.

Explore Having Kristel Bauer speak at your next event or team meeting. https://www.livegreatly.co/contact 

Order Kristel's Book  Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here.

Website: www.livegreatly.co 

Buy Kristel Bauer's book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

Follow Kristel Bauer on:

Instagram: @livegreatly_co 
LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer
Twitter: @livegreatly_co
Facebook: @livegreatly.co
Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer

To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here.

Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog

Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog

Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Difficult conversations at work can feel uncomfortable, especially when you need to speak up about an issue with a manager, colleague, or someone in a leadership position. But avoiding these conversations can sometimes make things worse.

In this re-release episode of Live Greatly's 2 Minutes of Motivation, Kristel Bauer shares a personal story about navigating an uncomfortable conversation with a manager earlier in her career, along with three actionable tips to help you approach difficult conversations at work with greater confidence and clarity.

Whether you're hesitant to speak up, preparing for a challenging discussion with your boss, or navigating a workplace disagreement, this episode offers insights to help you communicate more effectively and approach uncomfortable situations with confidence.

Tune in to discover:

• 3 strategies to navigate difficult conversations at work with confidence

• Ways to approach uncomfortable workplace discussions more effectively

• Why speaking up can help strengthen communication and professional relationships

About the Host:

Kristel Bauer is a keynote speaker, award-winning author of Work-Life Tango, and host of the Live Greatly podcast. She shares science-backed insights and actionable strategies to help individuals and teams thrive personally and professionally.

Explore Having Kristel Bauer speak at your next event or team meeting. https://www.livegreatly.co/contact 

Order Kristel's Book  Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here.

Website: www.livegreatly.co 

Buy Kristel Bauer's book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

Follow Kristel Bauer on:

Instagram: @livegreatly_co 
LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer
Twitter: @livegreatly_co
Facebook: @livegreatly.co
Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer

To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here.

Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog

Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog

Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Can you be a tough leader, set high expectations, and achieve exceptional results without being a jerk? Is it more important to be liked or respected as a leader?

In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with executive leadership coaches John Baird and Matt Hunter, coauthors of Tough Enough: How to Lead a Team to Greatness Without Being a Jerk. Drawing from their experience coaching executives and leaders at companies including Apple, Nike, DoorDash, and MasterClass, John and Matt share insights into what it really takes to lead effectively and bring out the best in others.

Discover why effective leadership isn't about choosing between toughness and compassion, how to build greater authority and respect, and why expressing difficult emotions can sometimes lead to better outcomes. John and Matt also share strategies to navigate challenging conversations, avoid passive-aggressive communication, and create a culture of honesty, accountability, and high performance.

Whether you're an experienced executive, a new manager, or someone looking to strengthen your leadership skills, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you lead with greater confidence, clarity, and impact.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why being respected matters more than being liked as a leader

• How to balance toughness with compassion to bring out the best in your team

• Ways to build greater authority and confidence without becoming overly aggressive

• How to recognize when you're being too tough or not tough enough

• Why expressing frustration, concern, or disappointment respectfully can improve communication and results

• How to overcome passive-aggressive tendencies and communicate more directly

• The five-minute wait rule and how it can help you navigate challenging leadership situations

• Why fiercely pursuing the truth is essential for building trust, accountability, and high-performing teams

About John Baird:

John Baird is the cofounder of Velocity Coaching and one of Silicon Valley's leading executive coaches. With more than 30 years of experience, he has coached top executives at companies including Apple, Nike, DoorDash, and MasterClass. His work includes more than two decades coaching leaders at Apple, beginning with the early iPhone team. He is also the coauthor of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Leading with Heart: Five Conversations That Unlock Creativity, Purpose, and Results.

About Matt Hunter:

Matt Hunter is an executive leadership coach, entrepreneur, and author with two decades of experience founding, leading, and coaching organizations. He previously cofounded Turnstyle, which was acquired by Yelp, and served as president and US CEO of Founders Pledge. Today, he coaches founders and CEOs of high-growth companies and works with leaders to build exceptional teams and achieve ambitious goals.

About the Book:

Tough Enough: How to Lead a Team to Greatness Without Being a Jerk challenges the idea that leaders must choose between demanding excellence and treating people with respect. John Baird and Matt Hunter share a framework for leading with toughness, clarity, accountability, and humanity to achieve exceptional results.

Connect with John Baird & Matt Hunter

John Baird

• Website: https://velocitycoaching.com/pages/john-baird

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbaird2191/

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@john_baird

Matt Hunter

• Website: https://www.matthunter.co/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthuntercoach/

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.

Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here.

Website: www.livegreatly.co 

Follow Kristel Bauer on:

Instagram: @livegreatly_co 
LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer
Twitter: @livegreatly_co
Facebook: @livegreatly.co
Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer

To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here.

Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog

Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog

Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

The Power of Gratitude: How to Shift Your Mindset and Find More Joy | 2 Minutes of Motivation

Our brains are naturally wired to pay more attention to negative experiences than positive ones. This is known as the negativity bias. But what if we could become more intentional about where we direct our attention?

In this episode of 2 Minutes of Motivation on the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer explores the power of gratitude and how shifting our perspective can help us find more joy, even when things don't go according to plan.

Inspired by reflections around her birthday and a recent media stay at the Grandover Resort & Spa in North Carolina, Kristel shares how unexpected changes can create opportunities for connection, fun, and memorable experiences.

Tune in to discover:

• Why our brains naturally focus on the negative

• How gratitude can help shift our attention toward the positive

• Why unexpected changes can lead to meaningful experiences

• A simple mindset shift to help you appreciate what's going right, even when things don't go as planned

Learn more about Grandover Resort & Spa: https://www.grandoverresort.com/

Disclosure: Kristel's stay at Grandover Resort & Spa was hosted as part of a media visit. 

Explore Having Kristel Bauer speak at your next event or team meeting. https://www.livegreatly.co/contact 

Order Kristel's Book  Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here.

Website: www.livegreatly.co 

Buy Kristel Bauer's book, Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business, November 19th 2024)

Follow Kristel Bauer on:

Instagram: @livegreatly_co 
LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer
Twitter: @livegreatly_co
Facebook: @livegreatly.co
Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer

To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here.

Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog

Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog

Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

What if confidence isn't something you have to wait to feel, but something you can actively build?

In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, performance psychologist, confidence researcher, and author of The Confidence Habit: 7 Core Practices to Transform Self-Doubt to Self-Belief. Cindra has worked with elite athletes, including Minnesota Vikings players and USA Track & Field athletes at the Tokyo Olympics, helping them develop the mindset to perform at their best under pressure.

Kristel and Cindra explore what separates elite performers from the rest, how to overcome self-doubt, and why lasting confidence isn't about always feeling confident. It's about taking action, building self-trust, and developing habits that help you show up at your best, even when the pressure is on.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why confidence is a decision and an action, not just a feeling

• How to overcome self-doubt and build lasting self-belief

• What elite athletes do differently when facing adversity and setbacks

• How to develop greater self-trust and make confidence a habit

• Strategies to stay confident and perform at your best in high-pressure situations

• Why separating your identity from your achievements is essential for lasting confidence

• How creating a gallery of goals can help strengthen your confidence and motivation

• Mindset shifts to help you navigate challenges and bounce back from setbacks

Whether you're navigating challenges at work, pursuing a big goal, or looking to strengthen your confidence in everyday life, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you build a stronger mindset and believe in your ability to succeed.

 

About Cindra Kamphoff PhD:

Dr. Cindra Kamphoff is a confidence researcher, award-winning keynote speaker, and performance psychology expert who helps the world's best athletes and leaders perform under pressure. With a Ph.D. in sport and performance psychology, she has worked one-on-one with Minnesota Vikings players and USA Track & Field athletes at the Tokyo Olympics. Cindra led the National Research Study on Confidence and is the author of The Confidence Habit, published by Simon Element on September 1, 2026. As founder of the Mentally Strong Institute, she is on a mission to help 10 million people be mentally strong in 10 years, helping them train their minds, build lasting confidence, and become mentally stronger. 

Book: THE CONFIDENCE HABIT: 7 Core Practices to Transform Self-Doubt to Self-Belief (Simon Element/Simon Acumen; September 1, 2026)

Social Media Links:

• Website: www.cindrakamphoff.com and www.confidencetools.com 
• Instagram: @cindrakamphoff, https://www.instagram.com/cindrakamphoff/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindra-kamphoff/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcindrakamphoff

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.

Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here.

Website: www.livegreatly.co 

Follow Kristel Bauer on:

Instagram: @livegreatly_co 
LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer
Twitter: @livegreatly_co
Facebook: @livegreatly.co
Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer

To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here.

Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog

Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog

Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.