<![CDATA[To Your Success! Podcast]]>To Your Success Podcast takes a deep dive into how success and freedom is created and how you can start living the life you truly want today. Christer was top CEO of international companies for more than 20 years. Now he is an international success mentor and best selling author of his book "Be Daring Be Different". Together with his wife Elin Solheim they sail around the world and run their international mentoring business. They truly live what they teach every day. In this podcast they will share insights valuable for you today so you can start living your dream life, and they will share stories from their life showing it is possible to get all the freedom you want.

]]>https://www.christerjohnsen.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 13 Apr 2026 03:30:01 GMTThu, 26 Mar 2026 11:57:22 GMT60Christer Johnsen<p>To Your Success Podcast takes a deep dive into how success and freedom is created and how you can start living the life you truly want today. Christer was top CEO of international companies for more than 20 years. Now he is an international success mentor and best selling author of his book "Be Daring Be Different". Together with his wife Elin Solheim they sail around the world and run their international mentoring business. They truly live what they teach every day. In this podcast they will share insights valuable for you today so you can start living your dream life, and they will share stories from their life showing it is possible to get all the freedom you want.</p>episodicChrister Johnsenchrister@christerjohnsen.comno<![CDATA[Episode 43: You Do Not Need More Motivation. You Need an Honest Life Audit]]>Christer and Elin explore the importance of honesty, alignment, and purpose in achieving true success and happiness. They discuss how high achievers often avoid honest self-assessment, the power of clarity, and practical steps to live a life aligned with one's true desires. 

Key Topics 

 

  • The importance of honesty in personal growth 
  • How clarity and purpose influence motivation 
  • The role of personality types in decision-making 
  • Practical steps for conducting a life audit 
  • The impact of environment and community on success 

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>1bc3517a-7a9d-4930-93d4-9e412fe4dd5aTue, 07 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Christer and Elin explore the importance of honesty, alignment, and purpose in achieving true success and happiness. They discuss how high achievers often avoid honest self-assessment, the power of clarity, and practical steps to live a life aligned with one's true desires. </p><p></p><p><b>Key Topics</b> </p><p> </p><ul><li>The importance of honesty in personal growth </li></ul><ul><li>How clarity and purpose influence motivation </li></ul><ul><li>The role of personality types in decision-making </li></ul><ul><li>Practical steps for conducting a life audit </li></ul><ul><li>The impact of environment and community on success </li></ul><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen Coaching</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen on Instagram</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen on YouTube</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" target="_blank"><b>Christer Johnsen on Facebook</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" target="_blank"><b>Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</b></a></p>no00:24:2343Episode 43: You Do Not Need More Motivation. You Need an Honest Life Auditfull<![CDATA[Episode 1: About Christer]]>Are you ready to start living the life you’ve always wanted? You’ve come to the right place! Welcome to To Your Success!, the podcast that explores how success and freedom are achieved and how you can begin living your dream life today. In this episode, you’ll learn more about your host, Christer Johnsen, as he shares his inspiring journey from a high-powered corporate leader to an international success mentor focused on helping others achieve the freedom they desire. He reflects on the pivotal moments that led him to redefine success, including his “hamster wheel” realisation and the transformative mentorship of Bob Proctor. Christer also discusses how setting bold goals, like sailing around the world with his wife, business partner and co-host, Elin Solheim, has empowered him to live a life of purpose and self-determination. To find out how you can overcome fear, achieve your goals with clarity and conviction and unlock your highest potential, be sure to tune in today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Christer’s inspiring journey from CEO of international companies to success mentor.
  • The “hamster wheel” realisation that triggered his desire for deeper fulfilment.
  • What can happen when we set high goals and work towards them with purpose.
  • How Bob Proctor’s teachings transformed Christer’s life completely.
  • The vital role of self-confidence and personal growth.
  • Distinguishing dreams from actionable goals and the importance of bold goal-setting.
  • The power of overcoming fear and doubt, taking action and going all in.
  • What inspired Christer to write his book, Be Daring. Be Different.
  • Insight into his goal-focused mentorship and personal development approach.
  • The four key things that highly successful people do.
  • Why you should only take advice from people who have done what you want to do.
  • How to know if Christer and Elin are the right mentors for you.
  • Elin’s pursuit of freedom and her journey from nurse to entrepreneur.
  • Inspiration to embrace bold decisions, set high goals and live with purpose.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Florence Littauer

Robert Kiyosaki

Rich Dad Poor Dad

Stephen Hawking

Dr. Robert Anthony

Larissa Soehn

Think and Grow Rich

Be Daring. Be Different.

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-15932515Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:00:00 GMT<p>Are you ready to start living the life you’ve always wanted? You’ve come to the right place! Welcome to To Your Success!, the podcast that explores how success and freedom are achieved and how you can begin living your dream life today. In this episode, you’ll learn more about your host, Christer Johnsen, as he shares his inspiring journey from a high-powered corporate leader to an international success mentor focused on helping others achieve the freedom they desire. He reflects on the pivotal moments that led him to redefine success, including his “hamster wheel” realisation and the transformative mentorship of Bob Proctor. Christer also discusses how setting bold goals, like sailing around the world with his wife, business partner and co-host, Elin Solheim, has empowered him to live a life of purpose and self-determination. To find out how you can overcome fear, achieve your goals with clarity and conviction and unlock your highest potential, be sure to tune in today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Christer’s inspiring journey from CEO of international companies to success mentor.</li><li>The “hamster wheel” realisation that triggered his desire for deeper fulfilment.</li><li>What can happen when we set high goals and work towards them with purpose.</li><li>How Bob Proctor’s teachings transformed Christer’s life completely.</li><li>The vital role of self-confidence and personal growth.</li><li>Distinguishing dreams from actionable goals and the importance of bold goal-setting.</li><li>The power of overcoming fear and doubt, taking action and going all in.</li><li>What inspired Christer to write his book, <em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></li><li>Insight into his goal-focused mentorship and personal development approach.</li><li>The four key things that highly successful people do.</li><li>Why you should only take advice from people who have done what you want to do.</li><li>How to know if Christer and Elin are the right mentors for you.</li><li>Elin’s pursuit of freedom and her journey from nurse to entrepreneur.</li><li>Inspiration to embrace bold decisions, set high goals and live with purpose.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Florence-Littauer/author/B000APDML4" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Florence Littauer</a></p><p><a href="https://www.richdad.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Robert Kiyosaki</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Rich Dad Poor Dad</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Stephen-Hawking/author/B000AP5X0M" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Stephen Hawking</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Anthony/author/B004N1QCSQ" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Dr. Robert Anthony</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/larissa-soehn-4a67b01b9/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Larissa Soehn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.za/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Think and Grow Rich</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFS9YV12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:37:151Episode 1: About Christerfull<![CDATA[Episode 3: About Personalities]]>Understanding the different kinds of personality archetypes is a powerful tool in life and business that can contribute massively to your success. Today, on To Your Success!, Christer and Elin break down the four types of personalities, their qualities, their strengths, and their weaknesses, as well as how these types mix within people. They delve into the importance of learning about different personalities and how that knowledge can change your life before discussing why we often attract the opposite archetype in a partner and how understanding these types helps you gain perspective about yourself and others. Christer and Elin also share how your understanding of personalities can even help you in your business! To be inspired by this fun and interesting discussion, be sure to tune in today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why personalities are a key element in Christer’s mentoring. 
  • The two parts of personality to understand: yourself and everyone else. 
  • How learning about personalities can change your life. 
  • The four personality archetypes: Melancholic, Choleric,  Sanguine, and Phlegmatic
  • How the different kinds of personality archetypes mix within people. 
  • Why we often attract the opposite kind of personality in a partner. 
  • The importance of understanding these archetypes to gain perspective. 
  • How your understanding of personalities can help you in business. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Surrounded by Idiots

Be Daring. Be Different

Personality Plus for Couples

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16006809Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMT<p>Understanding the different kinds of personality archetypes is a powerful tool in life and business that can contribute massively to your success. Today, on To Your Success!, Christer and Elin break down the four types of personalities, their qualities, their strengths, and their weaknesses, as well as how these types mix within people. They delve into the importance of learning about different personalities and how that knowledge can change your life before discussing why we often attract the opposite archetype in a partner and how understanding these types helps you gain perspective about yourself and others. Christer and Elin also share how your understanding of personalities can even help you in your business! To be inspired by this fun and interesting discussion, be sure to tune in today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why personalities are a key element in Christer’s mentoring. </li><li>The two parts of personality to understand: yourself and everyone else. </li><li>How learning about personalities can change your life. </li><li>The four personality archetypes: Melancholic, Choleric,  Sanguine, and Phlegmatic</li><li>How the different kinds of personality archetypes mix within people. </li><li>Why we often attract the opposite kind of personality in a partner. </li><li>The importance of understanding these archetypes to gain perspective. </li><li>How your understanding of personalities can help you in business. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Surrounded-Idiots-Behavior-Effectively-Communicate/dp/1250179947" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Surrounded by Idiots</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Personality-Plus-Couples-Understanding-Yourself/dp/0800757645" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Personality Plus for Couples</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:203Episode 3: About Personalitiesfull<![CDATA[Episode 4: Financial Freedom]]>Are you ready to unlock true financial freedom and transform your relationship with money? In this episode of the To Your Success! Podcast, Christer and Elin break down the core principles of financial independence, defining it as the ability to control your income, enjoy freedom of time, and live life on your terms. They dive into the process of goal setting, the mindset of abundance, and practical tools like visualisation and the “law of compensation” to help you understand how to align your personal values with ambitious (and even uncomfortable) financial goals. Tune in today to find out how you can reshape your financial future and start living a life of limitless potential!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Defining financial freedom as control over income and freedom of time.
  • Why "enough money" is a personal and ever-evolving concept.
  • The law of opulence and the importance of setting ambitious financial goals.
  • Insight into the significance of sales skills for reaching financial independence.
  • Redefining money as energy that flows through intentional circulation.
  • How the "law of compensation" ties income to demand, skill, and uniqueness.
  • What it looks like to become just 1% better every day.
  • Setting life standards to raise income, not just adjust to current earnings.
  • Reasons that money, uncomfortable goals, and positive financial attitudes are fun!


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Money is God in Action

Think and Grow Rich

Henry Mintzberg

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16086906Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT<p>Are you ready to unlock true financial freedom and transform your relationship with money? In this episode of the To Your Success! Podcast, Christer and Elin break down the core principles of financial independence, defining it as the ability to control your income, enjoy freedom of time, and live life on <em>your</em> terms. They dive into the process of goal setting, the mindset of abundance, and practical tools like visualisation and the “law of compensation” to help you understand how to align your personal values with ambitious (and even uncomfortable) financial goals. Tune in today to find out how you can reshape your financial future and start living a life of limitless potential!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Defining financial freedom as control over income and freedom of time.</li><li>Why "enough money" is a personal and ever-evolving concept.</li><li>The law of opulence and the importance of setting ambitious financial goals.</li><li>Insight into the significance of sales skills for reaching financial independence.</li><li>Redefining money as energy that flows through intentional circulation.</li><li>How the "law of compensation" ties income to demand, skill, and uniqueness.</li><li>What it looks like to become just 1% better every day.</li><li>Setting life standards to raise income, not just adjust to current earnings.</li><li>Reasons that money, uncomfortable goals, and positive financial attitudes are fun!</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Money-God-Action-Raymond-Barker/dp/0875165028" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Money is God in Action</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Think and Grow Rich</em></a></p><p><a href="https://mintzberg.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Henry Mintzberg</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:23:584Episode 4: Financial Freedomfull<![CDATA[Episode 11: Goals, Philosophy and Standard]]>Is success really about working harder, or is there a better way? In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim delve into the principles of least action and uncover how success is shaped by mindset, belief and effort. They discuss the difference between working hard and working smart, the principle of least action and the link between assumption and manifestation. They also unpack why failure is a stepping stone to success, how perception shapes reality, how to "fail forward," why taking action is the key to unlocking new possibilities and how embracing the effortless way can accelerate results. Join Christer and Elin to discover how to align your goals, philosophy and standards for effortless success. Tune in now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Learn why success is a psychological journey rather than a physical process.
  • Find out how the principle of least action applies to achieving goals effortlessly.
  • Discover how the law of assumption shapes reality by reinforcing belief in success.
  • Unpack the role of imagination, intuition and perception in achieving your goals.
  • Why intuition is an essential but silent partner on your journey to success. 
  • How auto-suggestion and repetition can eliminate doubt and build confidence.
  • Hear how failure is a crucial part of growth and about "failing forward."
  • Explore why focusing on your goals instead of external circumstances is essential.
  • Uncover how controlling your thinking influences your emotions and actions.
  • The concept of "acting into thinking" and why it is vital to the principle of least action. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Principle of Least Action

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16645633Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT<p>Is success really about working harder, or is there a better way? In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim delve into the principles of least action and uncover how success is shaped by mindset, belief and effort. They discuss the difference between working hard and working smart, the principle of least action and the link between assumption and manifestation. They also unpack why failure is a stepping stone to success, how perception shapes reality, how to "fail forward," why taking action is the key to unlocking new possibilities and how embracing the effortless way can accelerate results. Join Christer and Elin to discover how to align your goals, philosophy and standards for effortless success. Tune in now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Learn why success is a psychological journey rather than a physical process.</li><li>Find out how the principle of least action applies to achieving goals effortlessly.</li><li>Discover how the law of assumption shapes reality by reinforcing belief in success.</li><li>Unpack the role of imagination, intuition and perception in achieving your goals.</li><li>Why intuition is an essential but silent partner on your journey to success. </li><li>How auto-suggestion and repetition can eliminate doubt and build confidence.</li><li>Hear how failure is a crucial part of growth and about "failing forward."</li><li>Explore why focusing on your goals instead of external circumstances is essential.</li><li>Uncover how controlling your thinking influences your emotions and actions.</li><li>The concept of "acting into thinking" and why it is vital to the principle of least action. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Principle-Least-Action-History-Physics/dp/0521869021" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Principle of Least Action</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:1911Episode 11: Goals, Philosophy and Standardfull<![CDATA[Episode 26: Money is Fun]]>As much as we rely on it to live in complete freedom in today’s society, money is not just hard work, doom, and gloom, but a fun opportunity for mindset shifts and becoming everything you want to be. In today’s episode, Christer and Elin encourage listeners to explore the fun side of earning a living by first explaining why many of us know less about money than we may realise. The bulk of today’s conversation is a close examination of the law of compensation as we uncover the importance of knowing your target market, the weight that gets lifted from knowing that you’re easily replaceable, what you can and can’t control, how to increase your value, and the joys of taking leaps of faith. We also learn how money is created, what this process teaches us about money as an idea, why money is both a skill set and a mindset, and how to build lasting wealth. To discover the power of daily money affirmations and how to make money more fun in your life, press play now!     

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why many people don’t know as much as they think they do about wealth and money. 
  • Unpacking the law of compensation and particularly, how it affects today’s youth. 
  • The role of specialised knowledge in the law of compensation. 
  • Why you need to understand that you’re easily replaceable; the joys of this mindset shift. 
  • Understanding what you can and can’t control, and learning how to increase your value. 
  • Just do it: Risk versus reward.  
  • How money is made, and why it’s more of an idea than its physical representations. 
  • Why money is both a skill set and a mindset. 
  • Defining wealth and how to build a wealth mindset. 
  • Why money is an important topic of discussion, and how to make money fun. 
  • Today’s action step: Money affirmations. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17576751Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>As much as we rely on it to live in complete freedom in today’s society, money is not just hard work, doom, and gloom, but a fun opportunity for mindset shifts and becoming everything you want to be. In today’s episode, Christer and Elin encourage listeners to explore the fun side of earning a living by first explaining why many of us know less about money than we may realise. The bulk of today’s conversation is a close examination of the law of compensation as we uncover the importance of knowing your target market, the weight that gets lifted from knowing that you’re easily replaceable, what you can and can’t control, how to increase your value, and the joys of taking leaps of faith. We also learn how money is created, what this process teaches us about money as an idea, why money is both a skill set and a mindset, and how to build lasting wealth. To discover the power of daily money affirmations and how to make money more fun in your life, press play now!     </p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why many people don’t know as much as they think they do about wealth and money. </li><li>Unpacking the law of compensation and particularly, how it affects today’s youth. </li><li>The role of specialised knowledge in the law of compensation. </li><li>Why you need to understand that you’re easily replaceable; the joys of this mindset shift. </li><li>Understanding what you can and can’t control, and learning how to increase your value. </li><li>Just do it: Risk versus reward.  </li><li>How money is made, and why it’s more of an idea than its physical representations. </li><li>Why money is both a skill set and a mindset. </li><li>Defining wealth and how to build a wealth mindset. </li><li>Why money is an important topic of discussion, and how to make money fun. </li><li>Today’s action step: Money affirmations. </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:25:3426Episode 26: Money is Funfull<![CDATA[Episode 20: Guide To Create Your Dream Life]]>What if success isn’t something you chase but something you intentionally create on your own terms? In this powerful episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim share a transformative framework built around seven key questions to help you clarify your vision, define freedom, and take bold steps toward the life you truly want. They explore how to build an elite environment, leverage your unique strengths, and invest in what really matters, all while tuning out outside expectations. This episode is your call to stop waiting and start designing a life that feels successful and fulfilling from the inside out!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Practical ways to clarify what your “dream life” means to you.
  • Building an elite environment: who do you want to interact with daily?
  • Defining freedom on your own terms and building a fulfilling lifestyle around it.
  • Leveraging your unique strengths (because you’re already equipped for success!)
  • The benefits of following those who’ve already walked your dream path.
  • Identifying what you're willing to invest in or sacrifice to create your ideal life.
  • Key indicators that you are creating the life you truly want.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

7 Questions to Transform Your Life & Career

Book a Free Strategy Call with Christer
Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17145131Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What if success isn’t something you chase but something you intentionally create on your own terms? In this powerful episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim share a transformative framework built around seven key questions to help you clarify your vision, define freedom, and take bold steps toward the life you truly want. They explore how to build an elite environment, leverage your unique strengths, and invest in what really matters, all while tuning out outside expectations. This episode is your call to stop waiting and start designing a life that feels successful and fulfilling from the inside out!<br /><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Practical ways to clarify what your “dream life” means to you.</li><li>Building an elite environment: who do you want to interact with daily?</li><li>Defining freedom on your own terms and building a fulfilling lifestyle around it.</li><li>Leveraging your unique strengths (because you’re already equipped for success!)</li><li>The benefits of following those who’ve already walked your dream path.</li><li>Identifying what you're willing to invest in or sacrifice to create your ideal life.</li><li>Key indicators that you are creating the life you truly want.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/life-direction-questions/7-questions-optin" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">7 Questions to Transform Your Life &amp; Career</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/strategy-call" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Book a Free Strategy Call with Christer</a><br /> <a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:23:3620Episode 20: Guide To Create Your Dream Lifefull<![CDATA[Episode 30: Create a Life That Feels Like You in 5 Hours]]>Can you really build freedom and success in just 5 hours a day? In this episode of To Your Success, Christer and Elin explain how focused, productive hours can completely transform your life and business. They share the routines, structures, and mindset shifts that helped them sail around the world while running their company, and break down why goals matter only if you commit to the daily actions that make them real. They delve into how to identify the three most important goal-achieving activities, why setting high goals is crucial, and the fine line between stubborn and stupid. Listeners will also gain insights into why taking a structured approach to achieving your goals is key, how to avoid procrastination, and Christer and Elin’s goal-achieving routines. To discover how you can create a life that truly feels like you in just 5 hours a day, tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Learn why five productive hours are better than long, unfocused days.
  • Explore why deciding on one or two goals instead of many is key.
  • Find out about the real purpose behind setting a goal. 
  • Tips for identifying your three most important goal-achieving activities.
  • Unlock the power of planning your day in sprints.
  • What it means to work on the business as well as in it.
  • How to avoid procrastination through practical, daily routines. 
  • Why your mind works best when tomorrow is planned.
  • A real-life system for balancing adventure and work.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17922922Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Can you really build freedom and success in just 5 hours a day? In this episode of To Your Success, Christer and Elin explain how focused, productive hours can completely transform your life and business. They share the routines, structures, and mindset shifts that helped them sail around the world while running their company, and break down why goals matter only if you commit to the daily actions that make them real. They delve into how to identify the three most important goal-achieving activities, why setting high goals is crucial, and the fine line between stubborn and stupid. Listeners will also gain insights into why taking a structured approach to achieving your goals is key, how to avoid procrastination, and Christer and Elin’s goal-achieving routines. To discover how you can create a life that truly feels like you in just 5 hours a day, tune in now!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Learn why five productive hours are better than long, unfocused days.</li><li>Explore why deciding on one or two goals instead of many is key.</li><li>Find out about the real purpose behind setting a goal. </li><li>Tips for identifying your three most important goal-achieving activities.</li><li>Unlock the power of planning your day in sprints.</li><li>What it means to work <em>on</em> the business as well as <em>in</em> it.</li><li>How to avoid procrastination through practical, daily routines. </li><li>Why your mind works best when tomorrow is planned.</li><li>A real-life system for balancing adventure and work.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:25:5530Episode 30: Create a Life That Feels Like You in 5 Hoursfull<![CDATA[Episode 31: Shortcut to Creating a Great Career]]>Are you looking to enjoy effortless freedom with a dream career you’ve created? Then tune in to this episode of To Your Success! Christer and Elin are back with another episode, and today, they discuss the shortcut to creating a dream career. Christer shares the pivotal steps that shaped his journey to success—from setting bold, ambitious goals to trusting his instincts, embracing risk, and learning from mentors along the way. Through compelling stories of climbing the corporate ladder, he reveals how those choices ultimately led to a profound shift: trading the conventional path for a life of freedom, purpose, and global impact — one he now embraces while sailing the world with Elin and mentoring clients across the globe. Thanks for listening, and as they always say, “To Your Success!”


Key Points From This Episode:


  • How Christer started to create his dream career: the smartest thing he ever did.
  • He shares an anecdote of just before he became a CEO. 
  • The role his mentor played in his life.
  • Why asking for help is a strength and not a weakness. 
  • What is leadership: the difference between a manager and a leader.
  • The power of setting goals.
  • Challenging yourself to think positively.
  • How writing the company goals into his contract helped him achieve them.
  • The hamster wheel of the corporate world.
  • Who you become on the way to reaching your goal.
  • Key steps to take to empower you to create a great career.
  • A quick summary of today’s conversation with Christer and Elin.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Proctor Gallagher Institute

Proctor Gallagher on YouTube

Be Daring Be Different

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18003644Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Are you looking to enjoy effortless freedom with a dream career you’ve created? Then tune in to this episode of To Your Success! Christer and Elin are back with another episode, and today, they discuss the shortcut to creating a dream career. Christer shares the pivotal steps that shaped his journey to success—from setting bold, ambitious goals to trusting his instincts, embracing risk, and learning from mentors along the way. Through compelling stories of climbing the corporate ladder, he reveals how those choices ultimately led to a profound shift: trading the conventional path for a life of freedom, purpose, and global impact — one he now embraces while sailing the world with Elin and mentoring clients across the globe. Thanks for listening, and as they always say, “To Your Success!”</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><p><br /></p><ul><li>How Christer started to create his dream career: the smartest thing he ever did.</li><li>He shares an anecdote of just before he became a CEO. </li><li>The role his mentor played in his life.</li><li>Why asking for help is a strength and not a weakness. </li><li>What is leadership: the difference between a manager and a leader.</li><li>The power of setting goals.</li><li>Challenging yourself to think positively.</li><li>How writing the company goals into his contract helped him achieve them.</li><li>The hamster wheel of the corporate world.</li><li>Who you become on the way to reaching your goal.</li><li>Key steps to take to empower you to create a great career.</li><li>A quick summary of today’s conversation with Christer and Elin.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/your-time-is-now/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Proctor Gallagher Institute</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh20lfVymrTPkw1nzhutatg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Proctor Gallagher on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFS9YV12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring Be Different</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:5831Episode 31: Shortcut to Creating a Great Careerfull<![CDATA[Episode 13: The Power of Environment]]>Creating the right environment is imperative to your success! Today on To Your Success!, we are discussing the power of your environment and who you surround yourself with. In this conversation, you’ll hear about how your environment influences your success, what your environment consists of, how to create an environment that brings you success and so much more! We delve into relationships and the standards you need to have around them before discussing how having a coach or mentor transforms people in their success. You’ll even hear about how Elin and Christer create their own personal environment. Finally, we unpack the idea of being selfish because you love your partner so much. Thanks for listening! 


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Elin tells us about her recent trip to Kenya and their project there.
  • Why you need to create your environment and how to do so. 
  • How you can surround yourself with the right people. 
  • The four things highly successful people do. 
  • The importance of having a coach or mentor. 
  • How Elin and Christer create their ideal environment.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16817829Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Creating the right environment is imperative to your success! Today on To Your Success!, we are discussing the power of your environment and who you surround yourself with. In this conversation, you’ll hear about how your environment influences your success, what your environment consists of, how to create an environment that brings you success and so much more! We delve into relationships and the standards you need to have around them before discussing how having a coach or mentor transforms people in their success. You’ll even hear about how Elin and Christer create their own personal environment. Finally, we unpack the idea of being selfish because you love your partner so much. Thanks for listening! </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Elin tells us about her recent trip to Kenya and their project there.</li><li>Why you need to create your environment and how to do so. </li><li>How you can surround yourself with the right people. </li><li>The four things highly successful people do. </li><li>The importance of having a coach or mentor. </li><li>How Elin and Christer create their ideal environment.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:1613Episode 13: The Power of Environmentfull<![CDATA[Episode 37: Make 2026 Your Best Year]]>What if the purpose of setting goals isn’t necessarily about achieving them, but rather the journey you go on and who you become on it? Welcome to a new year and a new episode of To Your Success! Today, we are talking about how you can make 2026 your best year! Tuning in, you’ll hear about the power of identity and internal culture, what effortless freedom is, the Mythos strategy, goal setting, and so much more! We delve into the best place to start when trying to make 2026 your best year before discussing why you need to give your partner the freedom to grow and evolve without fear of losing them. You’ll even be challenged to let go of the ‘how’ and instead, focus on what you want, to live in gratitude, and to look back to see how far you’ve come from time to time. Finally, we touch on the importance of controlling your emotional state and how to do so in order to take the action you need to take to make 2026 your best year. Thanks for listening, and if you’re interested in joining our new High Achiever program, email us now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Today’s topic: how you can make 2026 your best year ever. 
  • Why your results come from your identity, not your strategy. 
  • What Christer and Elin include in their morning routines. 
  • A breakdown of effortless freedom and why it’s amazing. 
  • The Mythos strategy and the importance of having a goal.
  • Where to start: writing down what you want in 2026. 
  • Why you should always increase and improve on your goals. 
  • The importance of giving your partner the space they need to grow. 
  • A challenge to change your thinking: let go of the ‘how’.
  • Why gratitude is imperative to acceptance of who you are. 
  • The power of looking backwards at times to see how far you’ve come. 
  • How to control your emotional state and why it’s important. 
  • Building awareness and letting it lead to taking action. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Book a Call with Us

The Freedom Morning Formula

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18493498Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>What if the purpose of setting goals isn’t necessarily about achieving them, but rather the journey you go on and who you become on it? Welcome to a new year and a new episode of To Your Success! Today, we are talking about how you can make 2026 your best year! Tuning in, you’ll hear about the power of identity and internal culture, what effortless freedom is, the Mythos strategy, goal setting, and so much more! We delve into the best place to start when trying to make 2026 your best year before discussing why you need to give your partner the freedom to grow and evolve without fear of losing them. You’ll even be challenged to let go of the ‘how’ and instead, focus on what you want, to live in gratitude, and to look back to see how far you’ve come from time to time. Finally, we touch on the importance of controlling your emotional state and how to do so in order to take the action you need to take to make 2026 your best year. Thanks for listening, and if you’re interested in joining our new High Achiever program, email us now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Today’s topic: how you can make 2026 your best year ever. </li><li>Why your results come from your identity, not your strategy. </li><li>What Christer and Elin include in their morning routines. </li><li>A breakdown of effortless freedom and why it’s amazing. </li><li>The Mythos strategy and the importance of having a goal.</li><li>Where to start: writing down what you want in 2026. </li><li>Why you should always increase and improve on your goals. </li><li>The importance of giving your partner the space they need to grow. </li><li>A challenge to change your thinking: let go of the ‘how’.</li><li>Why gratitude is imperative to acceptance of who you are. </li><li>The power of looking backwards at times to see how far you’ve come. </li><li>How to control your emotional state and why it’s important. </li><li>Building awareness and letting it lead to taking action. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/strategy-call" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Book a Call with Us</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/free-resources/the-freedom-morning-formula" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Freedom Morning Formula</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:28:5137Episode 37: Make 2026 Your Best Yearfull<![CDATA[Episode 6: From Stuck to Free]]>Are you stuck in a comfortable life that's anything but fulfilling? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin take you on a transformative journey as they unravel the four stages of personal growth: the comfort zone, fear zone, learning zone, and growth zone. Through candid stories of risk, resilience, and renewal, they reveal how stepping into your fear, extending your comfort zone, and acquiring new skills is the key to unlocking your true potential. From breaking free of the corporate hamster wheel to embracing unexpected change, their experiences inspire action. Ready to start your transformation? Subscribe, tune in, and take the first step toward your success today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Dreams versus goals and what it might look like to be stuck in your comfort zone.
  • Christer’s story of leaving a comfortable corporate role to pursue freedom and success.
  • The golden hamster wheel: an explanation of the comfort zone and its limitations.
  • Overcoming old habits, procrastination, and self-doubt in the fear zone.
  • Extending your comfort zone and acquiring new skills in the learning zone.
  • Living your purpose and achieving goals in the growth zone.
  • Insight into the continuous nature of personal growth and overcoming resistance.
  • The important role that doubt, fear, frustration, and dissatisfaction play in the process.
  • Essential advice for envisioning success and acting toward becoming your ideal self.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16244476Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT<p>Are you stuck in a comfortable life that's anything but fulfilling? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin take you on a transformative journey as they unravel the four stages of personal growth: the comfort zone, fear zone, learning zone, and growth zone. Through candid stories of risk, resilience, and renewal, they reveal how stepping into your fear, extending your comfort zone, and acquiring new skills is the key to unlocking your true potential. From breaking free of the corporate hamster wheel to embracing unexpected change, their experiences inspire action. Ready to start your transformation? Subscribe, tune in, and take the first step toward your success today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Dreams versus goals and what it might look like to be stuck in your comfort zone.</li><li>Christer’s story of leaving a comfortable corporate role to pursue freedom and success.</li><li>The golden hamster wheel: an explanation of the comfort zone and its limitations.</li><li>Overcoming old habits, procrastination, and self-doubt in the fear zone.</li><li>Extending your comfort zone and acquiring new skills in the learning zone.</li><li>Living your purpose and achieving goals in the growth zone.</li><li>Insight into the continuous nature of personal growth and overcoming resistance.</li><li>The important role that doubt, fear, frustration, and dissatisfaction play in the process.</li><li>Essential advice for envisioning success and acting toward becoming your ideal self.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:256Episode 6: From Stuck to Freefull<![CDATA[Episode 28: The Right Way To Use Your Brain]]>Our thoughts shape our reality, and our brain is the instrument that makes it possible. In this episode of To Your Success!, hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you truly want. They share insights from neuroscience and personal experience, explaining why sustaining the feeling of already having your goal is key to achieving it. From visualisation and imagination to tuning your focus like a radio, they reveal how to shift your thinking and strengthen your will to stay aligned with your vision. Along the way, Christer and Elin discuss practical tools like goal cards, morning routines, and gratitude, while also unpacking research on happiness and intentional living. Tune in to learn how to train your brain for success and for a powerful reminder that the journey matters as much as the goal!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • How your inner voice reflects and shapes your self-image.
  • Using your imagination to visualise the life you want.
  • A coaching story: making sales tasks fun to overcome resistance.
  • Using your brain as a receiver to tune into different frequencies.
  • How 70,000 daily thoughts shape the patterns in your brain.
  • Why positive thinking changes both perception and reality.
  • How visualising success creates the same neural pathways as action.
  • Using tools like goal cards, routines, and visualisation to stay focused.
  • How intentional activities can drive 40% of happiness, according to research.
  • Practising gratitude, optimism, and deep relationships.
  • Remembering that the journey matters as much as the goal.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

 Be Daring. Be Different
The Power of Awareness

Think and Grow Rich
Ep 25: The Power of NOW

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17731205Tue, 02 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Our thoughts shape our reality, and our brain is the instrument that makes it possible. In this episode of To Your Success!, hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you truly want. They share insights from neuroscience and personal experience, explaining why sustaining the feeling of already having your goal is key to achieving it. From visualisation and imagination to tuning your focus like a radio, they reveal how to shift your thinking and strengthen your will to stay aligned with your vision. Along the way, Christer and Elin discuss practical tools like goal cards, morning routines, and gratitude, while also unpacking research on happiness and intentional living. Tune in to learn how to train your brain for success and for a powerful reminder that the journey matters as much as the goal!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>How your inner voice reflects and shapes your self-image.</li><li>Using your imagination to visualise the life you want.</li><li>A coaching story: making sales tasks fun to overcome resistance.</li><li>Using your brain as a receiver to tune into different frequencies.</li><li>How 70,000 daily thoughts shape the patterns in your brain.</li><li>Why positive thinking changes both perception and reality.</li><li>How visualising success creates the same neural pathways as action.</li><li>Using tools like goal cards, routines, and visualisation to stay focused.</li><li>How intentional activities can drive 40% of happiness, according to research.</li><li>Practising gratitude, optimism, and deep relationships.</li><li>Remembering that the journey matters as much as the goal.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Be-Daring-Different-Reverse-engineering-ebook/dp/B0CFS9YV12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different</em></a><br /> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Power-Awareness-Neville-Goddard/dp/1603865047" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Power of Awareness</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Think and Grow Rich</em></a><em><br /> </em><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-25-the-power-of-now/id1774316745?i=1000718425050" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Ep 25: The Power of NOW</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:25:2228Episode 28: The Right Way To Use Your Brainfull<![CDATA[Episode 25: The Power of NOW]]>Life isn’t lived in the past or the future, it’s lived right now. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin explore the power of living in the present and why it’s essential to creating the life you truly want. They share personal stories about shifting from constant striving to conscious gratitude and how embracing the now has transformed their daily choices, from shopping habits to goal setting. You’ll learn why the present moment is where all transformation begins, how to use tools like gratitude, imagination, and “I am” statements to shape your future self, and how letting go of fear, excuses, and the past can free you to focus on what matters most. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start living, this episode is a practical and inspiring guide to doing just that, right here and right now!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why life can only be lived in the present moment.
  • Choosing gratitude as a daily practice to shift your perspective.
  • Understanding the idea of becoming your future self in the now.
  • Using meditation to help you live in the now and reach your goals.
  • How imagination and “I am” statements shape your identity.
  • Letting go of fear, excuses, and limiting beliefs to achieve your goals.
  • Discipline as the highest form of self-love and focus.
  • Why forgiveness is key to releasing the past.
  • A reminder that it’s your choice how you live this moment.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Secret of Deliberate Creation

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17541150Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Life isn’t lived in the past or the future, it’s lived <em>right now</em>. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin explore the power of living in the present and why it’s essential to creating the life you truly want. They share personal stories about shifting from constant striving to conscious gratitude and how embracing the now has transformed their daily choices, from shopping habits to goal setting. You’ll learn why the present moment is where all transformation begins, how to use tools like gratitude, imagination, and “I am” statements to shape your future self, and how letting go of fear, excuses, and the past can free you to focus on what matters most. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start living, this episode is a practical and inspiring guide to doing just that, right here and right now!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why life can only be lived in the present moment.</li><li>Choosing gratitude as a daily practice to shift your perspective.</li><li>Understanding the idea of becoming your future self in the now.</li><li>Using meditation to help you live in the now and reach your goals.</li><li>How imagination and “I am” statements shape your identity.</li><li>Letting go of fear, excuses, and limiting beliefs to achieve your goals.</li><li>Discipline as the highest form of self-love and focus.</li><li>Why forgiveness is key to releasing the past.</li><li>A reminder that it’s your choice how you live this moment.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://thesecretofdeliberatecreation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Secret of Deliberate Creation</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:3125Episode 25: The Power of NOWfull<![CDATA[Episode 17: Living the Dream Starts with Dreaming]]>Are you living your dreams? During this episode, we dive deep into the origins of dreams, what makes them, why they develop and how we can make them into reality. We speak about the role of life’s circumstances in creating our dreams, the importance of mindset and emotions in bringing them to life, and how memory and imagination can support us as we dream. To be able to live the dream, you have to start dreaming! That dream starts with a thought, and to think you need your imagination, to expand, you need your reasoning, and to focus on it, you need your will. This episode explores what it means to start daydreaming, how to make decisions based on your goals, and how Elin and Christer continue bringing their different dreams into being. Tune in today to hear all this and more! 


Key Points From This Episode:

  • An update from Elin and Christer’s family.
  • The topic of this conversation: living the dream! 
  • Christer’s early dreams and how they developed as he got older.
  • How his dream of sailing around the world began.
  • The role of his life’s circumstances in making his dream.
  • Mindset and emotions.
  • Christer and Elin’s plans to sail from Mallorca to Sardinia or Corsica, to Greece and beyond. 
  • What makes the beginning of a dream and why this process is emotional.
  • How memory can go backwards and forwards to support a dream.
  • Why living the dream has to begin with having a dream.
  • Determining which action is right for you based on your goals.
  • Elin’s lifelong relationship with dreaming. 
  • What you ultimately need to develop, accept and create your dream. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17012455Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Are you living your dreams? During this episode, we dive deep into the origins of dreams, what makes them, why they develop and how we can make them into reality. We speak about the role of life’s circumstances in creating our dreams, the importance of mindset and emotions in bringing them to life, and how memory and imagination can support us as we dream. To be able to live the dream, you have to start dreaming! That dream starts with a thought, and to think you need your imagination, to expand, you need your reasoning, and to focus on it, you need your will. This episode explores what it means to start daydreaming, how to make decisions based on your goals, and how Elin and Christer continue bringing their different dreams into being. Tune in today to hear all this and more! </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>An update from Elin and Christer’s family.</li><li>The topic of this conversation: living the dream! </li><li>Christer’s early dreams and how they developed as he got older.</li><li>How his dream of sailing around the world began.</li><li>The role of his life’s circumstances in making his dream.</li><li>Mindset and emotions.</li><li>Christer and Elin’s plans to sail from Mallorca to Sardinia or Corsica, to Greece and beyond. </li><li>What makes the beginning of a dream and why this process is emotional.</li><li>How memory can go backwards and forwards to support a dream.</li><li>Why living the dream has to begin with having a dream.</li><li>Determining which action is right for you based on your goals.</li><li>Elin’s lifelong relationship with dreaming. </li><li>What you ultimately need to develop, accept and create your dream. <br /><br /></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Be-Daring-Different-Reverse-engineering-ebook/dp/B0CFS9YV12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:26:4717Episode 17: Living the Dream Starts with Dreamingfull<![CDATA[Episode 7: The Freedom Recipe]]>What if freedom wasn’t something you had to chase but something you could create every day? In this episode, Christer and Elin share their "freedom recipe,” a proven approach to designing the life you truly love. They walk you through their Freedom Morning Routine and show how easy it is to step into effortless freedom. Building on the four stages of personal growth, they explain how embracing fear and stepping out of your comfort zone can transform your life. Ready to take control? Tune in to start living in your freedom today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why lasting change happens when you move from knowing what works to actually doing it.
  • How to define your goals, align your actions, and transform your life.
  • The Freedom Morning Routine and why it’s key to your success.
  • Guided meditations to start your day on the right note.
  • The power of daily repetition to reinforce your goals.
  • How reflecting on five daily wins and planning ahead can end your day positively.
  • Reasons to focus on becoming a better version of yourself, not changing others.
  • Simple steps to help you get started today!


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Claim Your FREE Freedom Morning Routine Guide

E06: From Stuck to Free

Dr. Robert Anthony

The Secret of Deliberate Creation

The Science of Getting Rich

Think and Grow Rich

Proctor Gallagher Institute on YouTube

Abraham-Hicks

Sound Science Soul

The Hook

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16330993Tue, 24 Dec 2024 08:00:00 GMT<p>What if freedom wasn’t something you had to chase but something you could create every day? In this episode, Christer and Elin share their "freedom recipe,” a proven approach to designing the life you truly love. They walk you through their Freedom Morning Routine and show how easy it is to step into effortless freedom. Building on the four stages of personal growth, they explain how embracing fear and stepping out of your comfort zone can transform your life. Ready to take control? Tune in to start living in your freedom today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why lasting change happens when you move from knowing what works to actually doing it.</li><li>How to define your goals, align your actions, and transform your life.</li><li>The Freedom Morning Routine and why it’s key to your success.</li><li>Guided meditations to start your day on the right note.</li><li>The power of daily repetition to reinforce your goals.</li><li>How reflecting on five daily wins and planning ahead can end your day positively.</li><li>Reasons to focus on becoming a better version of yourself, not changing others.</li><li>Simple steps to help you get started today!</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/free-resources/the-freedom-morning-formula" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Claim Your FREE Freedom Morning Routine Guide</a></p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/ZpK4nN_JJIA" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">E06: From Stuck to Free</a></p><p><a href="https://www.dranthony.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Dr. Robert Anthony</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thesecretofdeliberatecreation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Secret of Deliberate Creation</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Science-Getting-Rich-Wallace-Wattles/dp/1585426016" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Science of Getting Rich</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Think and Grow Rich</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BobProctorTV" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Proctor Gallagher Institute on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.abraham-hicks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Abraham-Hicks</a></p><p><a href="https://www.soundsciencesoul.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Sound Science Soul</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hook-Customers-Achieve-Heartfelt-Success/dp/1632650126" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Hook</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:29:207Episode 7: The Freedom Recipefull<![CDATA[Episode 33: Freedom or Stability-Why Not Both?]]>Freedom and stability are not opposites. You can live a life that honors both. Welcome to another episode of To Your Success! In today’s episode, Christer and Elin explore the common feeling of being forced to choose between personal freedom and life stability. They share their own experiences leaving stable jobs and facing the fear and uncertainty that come with pursuing a freer, more fulfilling life, emphasizing that the real cost lies in regret, not in the discomfort of change. They also unpack why freedom isn’t selfish but rather an awakening, showing how strong relationships are built through continuous growth. Finally, they encourage listeners, especially high achievers, to embrace gradual, intentional growth through practices like a morning routine that aligns the mind with their goals, reminding us that true freedom is about creating a life that authentically fits who we are. Thanks for listening!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • The topic for today’s episode: freedom versus stability.
  • Why you shouldn’t have to choose between freedom and stability.
  • Christer expands on the inner tug of war of freedom and stability.
  • How regret is a cost you pay for the rest of your life.
  • The reason Elin wanted to travel (and sell everything) that first year.
  • Key message: freedom wakes you up, it doesn’t make you selfish.
  • How great relationships are created when we let the other person grow.
  • Why freedom and stability are not opposites.
  • The importance of defining the type of freedom you want.
  • Adopting a morning routine and why it’s key to your success.  
  • Change as a verb: it’s not just something you can think about.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Proctor Gallagher Meditations

Dr. Joe Dispenza Meditations

The Freedom Morning Formula

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18178530Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT<p>Freedom and stability are not opposites. You can live a life that honors both. Welcome to another episode of To Your Success! In today’s episode, Christer and Elin explore the common feeling of being forced to choose between personal freedom and life stability. They share their own experiences leaving stable jobs and facing the fear and uncertainty that come with pursuing a freer, more fulfilling life, emphasizing that the real cost lies in regret, not in the discomfort of change. They also unpack why freedom isn’t selfish but rather an awakening, showing how strong relationships are built through continuous growth. Finally, they encourage listeners, especially high achievers, to embrace gradual, intentional growth through practices like a morning routine that aligns the mind with their goals, reminding us that true freedom is about creating a life that authentically fits who we are. Thanks for listening!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>The topic for today’s episode: freedom versus stability.</li><li>Why you shouldn’t have to choose between freedom and stability.</li><li>Christer expands on the inner tug of war of freedom and stability.</li><li>How regret is a cost you pay for the rest of your life.</li><li>The reason Elin wanted to travel (and sell everything) that first year.</li><li>Key message: freedom wakes you up, it doesn’t make you selfish.</li><li>How great relationships are created when we let the other person grow.</li><li>Why freedom and stability are not opposites.</li><li>The importance of defining the type of freedom you want.</li><li>Adopting a morning routine and why it’s key to your success.  </li><li>Change as a verb: it’s not just something you can think about.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVuv8qtX5I88loPmn7lypmiZGNFLx-Kvv" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Proctor Gallagher Meditations</a></p><p><a href="https://drjoedispenza.com/meditations" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Dr. Joe Dispenza Meditations</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/free-resources/the-freedom-morning-formula" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Freedom Morning Formula</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:1333Episode 33: Freedom or Stability-Why Not Both?full<![CDATA[Episode 23: The Power of Thinking Big]]>What does it mean to think big, and why do so many of us get it wrong? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin explore why it’s not enough to simply set goals; you have to train your mind to think from them. They share how imagination isn’t just for dreamers but a powerful mental muscle you can use to shift your self-image, create new ideas, and break free from limiting beliefs. You’ll hear how excuses are often rooted in fear, why facts aren’t fixed, and how change begins the moment you stop letting your current circumstances define what’s possible. This episode offers a thoughtful, energising take on what it really means to design and live the life you want, one thought at a time!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • How thinking big creates the foundation for your success.
  • Why most people think from where they are instead of where they want to be.
  • How to train your mind to think from your goal, not your current reality.
  • Why imagination is a powerful daily practice for visualising success.
  • The power of choice in creating meaningful change.
  • Why fear is a natural part of growth and how to move through it.
  • How to embrace the idea that the journey is the true purpose.
  • Why changing your self-image is the first step to real transformation.
  • How shifting your thinking can reshape every area of your life.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be.

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17382196Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What does it mean to think big, and why do so many of us get it wrong? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin explore why it’s not enough to simply set goals; you have to train your mind to think <em>from</em> them. They share how imagination isn’t just for dreamers but a powerful mental muscle you can use to shift your self-image, create new ideas, and break free from limiting beliefs. You’ll hear how excuses are often rooted in fear, why facts aren’t fixed, and how change begins the moment you stop letting your current circumstances define what’s possible. This episode offers a thoughtful, energising take on what it really means to design and live the life you want, one thought at a time!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>How thinking big creates the foundation for your success.</li><li>Why most people think from where they are instead of where they want to be.</li><li>How to train your mind to think from your goal, not your current reality.</li><li>Why imagination is a powerful daily practice for visualising success.</li><li>The power of choice in creating meaningful change.</li><li>Why fear is a natural part of growth and how to move through it.</li><li>How to embrace the idea that the journey is the true purpose.</li><li>Why changing your self-image is the first step to real transformation.</li><li>How shifting your thinking can reshape every area of your life.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:1223Episode 23: The Power of Thinking Bigfull<![CDATA[Episode 39: You Are Successful, So Why Does It Feel Off?]]>True success comes from living a life that aligns with one’s values and desires, not just achieving external markers of success. In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim discuss the feeling of dissatisfaction despite external signs of success. This episode marks a shift for the show as it moves beyond inspiration into a more direct, practical approach, with clearer guidance and tools to help you create success that feels right from the inside out. Together, they unpack the gap between external success and internal fulfilment, why guilt often shows up for high achievers who “should be grateful,” and why this discomfort can actually be a sign you’re ready for growth. They also explore the hidden costs of chasing outcomes that don’t actually match who you are, how constant busyness can become a way of avoiding the larger issue, and what it looks like when you’re living someone else’s definition of success. If you’re ready to stop pushing through and start getting honest about what you truly want, then tune in to take the first real steps towards it.

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Find out how you can feel that something is “off” despite being successful.
  • Learn the difference between external achievement and internal fulfilment.
  • Hear how guilt and “I should be happy” thinking can keep you stuck.
  • Explore what it takes to achieve inner happiness and fulfilment. 
  • Discover why growth often comes from a place of discomfort. 
  • The importance of getting clear on what you want before you set goals.
  • Uncover why the solution to success is not working harder. 
  • Why feeling dissatisfied with your life is a moment of reflection, not reaction.
  • Advice on how to begin taking small steps to create the life you truly want.
  • Final words on the value of working with mentors and investing in yourself.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18650676Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>True success comes from living a life that aligns with one’s values and desires, not just achieving external markers of success. In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim discuss the feeling of dissatisfaction despite external signs of success. This episode marks a shift for the show as it moves beyond inspiration into a more direct, practical approach, with clearer guidance and tools to help you create success that feels right from the inside out. Together, they unpack the gap between external success and internal fulfilment, why guilt often shows up for high achievers who “should be grateful,” and why this discomfort can actually be a sign you’re ready for growth. They also explore the hidden costs of chasing outcomes that don’t actually match who you are, how constant busyness can become a way of avoiding the larger issue, and what it looks like when you’re living someone else’s definition of success. If you’re ready to stop pushing through and start getting honest about what you truly want, then tune in to take the first real steps towards it.</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Find out how you can feel that something is “off” despite being successful.</li><li>Learn the difference between external achievement and internal fulfilment.</li><li>Hear how guilt and “I should be happy” thinking can keep you stuck.</li><li>Explore what it takes to achieve inner happiness and fulfilment. </li><li>Discover why growth often comes from a place of discomfort. </li><li>The importance of getting clear on what you want before you set goals.</li><li>Uncover why the solution to success is not working harder. </li><li>Why feeling dissatisfied with your life is a moment of reflection, not reaction.</li><li>Advice on how to begin taking small steps to create the life you truly want.</li><li>Final words on the value of working with mentors and investing in yourself.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:2039Episode 39: You Are Successful, So Why Does It Feel Off?full<![CDATA[Episode 35: Our Failures and Successes in 2025]]>What does it really look like to design a life of freedom and then actually live it every single day? In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim share what 2025 meant to them and the experience of combining full-time business mentoring with life aboard their sailing boat. Freshly back in Norway after two and a half months sailing the Mediterranean and Adriatic, they talk about the beauty, the challenges, and the growth that comes from running an international business while sailing around the world. Christer and Elin open up about how they’ve structured their sailing and working weeks, the mental side of night sailing and boat breakdowns, and what it’s really like to live, work, and travel together in such a small space. They unpack how shared goals, clear intention, and the willingness to grow together have transformed their relationship, but also how they handle stress, uncertainty, and setbacks at sea and on land. They also look ahead to 2026 and talk about their intention to deepen alignment, expand their impact, and grow the podcast. Join Christer and Elin to discover how to create effortless freedom, deliberate growth, and how to set up 2026 with more clarity, intention, and confidence. Tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Explore why 2025 was such a pivotal year for Christer and Elin.
  • Learn how they structure their weeks between sailing and working.
  • Their experience of sailing at night and what they found challenging about it.
  • Discover how they juggle time zones for clients who are also travelling.
  • What it’s really like to live, work, and travel together in a small space.
  • How a clearly shared goal as a couple helps them navigate difficult moments.
  • Find out how gratitude helps them reframe setbacks into opportunities.
  • Why saying “no” has become essential and how they apply their 80/20 rule to life.
  • Discover why they believe you should “act into thinking” instead of waiting to feel ready.
  • How aligning with goals increases self-confidence, energy, and emotional stability.
  • Their intentions for 2026 and how you can start the new year with more clarity.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18318602Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>What does it really look like to design a life of freedom and then actually live it every single day? In this episode, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim share what 2025 meant to them and the experience of combining full-time business mentoring with life aboard their sailing boat. Freshly back in Norway after two and a half months sailing the Mediterranean and Adriatic, they talk about the beauty, the challenges, and the growth that comes from running an international business while sailing around the world. Christer and Elin open up about how they’ve structured their sailing and working weeks, the mental side of night sailing and boat breakdowns, and what it’s really like to live, work, and travel together in such a small space. They unpack how shared goals, clear intention, and the willingness to grow together have transformed their relationship, but also how they handle stress, uncertainty, and setbacks at sea and on land. They also look ahead to 2026 and talk about their intention to deepen alignment, expand their impact, and grow the podcast. Join Christer and Elin to discover how to create effortless freedom, deliberate growth, and how to set up 2026 with more clarity, intention, and confidence. Tune in now!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Explore why 2025 was such a pivotal year for Christer and Elin.</li><li>Learn how they structure their weeks between sailing and working.</li><li>Their experience of sailing at night and what they found challenging about it.</li><li>Discover how they juggle time zones for clients who are also travelling.</li><li>What it’s really like to live, work, and travel together in a small space.</li><li>How a clearly shared goal as a couple helps them navigate difficult moments.</li><li>Find out how gratitude helps them reframe setbacks into opportunities.</li><li>Why saying “no” has become essential and how they apply their 80/20 rule to life.</li><li>Discover why they believe you should “act into thinking” instead of waiting to feel ready.</li><li>How aligning with goals increases self-confidence, energy, and emotional stability.</li><li>Their intentions for 2026 and how you can start the new year with more clarity.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:32:5035Episode 35: Our Failures and Successes in 2025full<![CDATA[Episode 21: 5 Foundations for Your Success]]>What does it really take to succeed? In today’s episode of To Your Success!, we break down the five foundations of your success, also known as pillars. We start by unpacking self-image and how your self-perception can either hinder or help you. Then, we explore cultivating the right attitude, how goal-setting drives decision-making and action, and the role of discipline in achieving what you want. Finally, we examine the importance of setting your standard and holding yourself accountable to it, plus we encourage you to always work toward living the life you want. Tune in to gain practical tools, fresh perspective, and the mindset shifts you need to build lasting success on your own terms!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Types of people we help at Christer Johnsen Coaching.
  • The undeniable importance of communication. 
  • How your self-image shapes what you believe is possible.
  • Attitude, actions, and awareness. 
  • Why decision-making is one of the hardest success pillars to follow. 
  • Unlocking success through goal-setting.
  • The power of discipline (and why it’s the highest form of self-respect).
  • Setting your standard and deciding how you want to show up. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Episode 3: About Personalities: How to Create Great Relationships

Episode 18: How to Be Super Productive Every Day

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17227579Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What does it <em>really</em> take to succeed? In today’s episode of To Your Success!, we break down the five foundations of your success, also known as pillars. We start by unpacking self-image and how your self-perception can either hinder or help you. Then, we explore cultivating the right attitude, how goal-setting drives decision-making and action, and the role of discipline in achieving what you want. Finally, we examine the importance of setting your standard and holding yourself accountable to it, plus we encourage you to always work toward living the life you want. Tune in to gain practical tools, fresh perspective, and the mindset shifts you need to build lasting success on your own terms!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Types of people we help at Christer Johnsen Coaching.</li><li>The undeniable importance of communication. </li><li>How your self-image shapes what you believe is possible.</li><li>Attitude, actions, and awareness. </li><li>Why decision-making is one of the hardest success pillars to follow. </li><li>Unlocking success through goal-setting.</li><li>The power of discipline (and why it’s the highest form of self-respect).</li><li>Setting your standard and deciding how you want to show up. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/1Qd4Kvc2mrE" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Episode 3: About Personalities: How to Create Great Relationships</a></p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/DiqILU900D8" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Episode 18: How to Be Super Productive Every Day</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:4021Episode 21: 5 Foundations for Your Successfull<![CDATA[Episode 22: Secrets To Be Great at Sales]]>Sales is something we all do every day, whether we realise it or not. And if you’re not selling, you’re probably buying. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin dive into the world of sales and how to master it through consistent practice and a few fundamental mindset shifts. Tuning in, you’ll discover the biggest barriers that prevent you from selling and how to overcome them. Christer reveals how embracing selling as an act of service will transform your approach to sales and offers actionable advice to help you prioritise selling as one of your top three goal-achieving activities. With real-life examples and practical takeaways, this is a grounded, honest conversation about showing up, asking the right questions, and stepping confidently into the role of a true professional!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Understanding sales as something we all do every day.
  • A fundamental sales lesson: if you’re not selling, you’re buying.
  • Reframing sales and why it’s something you do for people, not to people.
  • What prevents people from accepting your help.
  • Why sales is one of the three biggest goal-achieving activities.
  • Ways to prioritise selling: do it first thing in the morning!
  • Practical advice for overcoming your biggest sales barriers.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

‘The Power of Decision: Your Path to Freedom and Achievement’

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17306825Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Sales is something we all do every day, whether we realise it or not. And if you’re not selling, you’re probably buying. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin dive into the world of sales and how to master it through consistent practice and a few fundamental mindset shifts. Tuning in, you’ll discover the biggest barriers that prevent you from selling and how to overcome them. Christer reveals how embracing selling as an act of service will transform your approach to sales and offers actionable advice to help you prioritise selling as one of your top three goal-achieving activities. With real-life examples and practical takeaways, this is a grounded, honest conversation about showing up, asking the right questions, and stepping confidently into the role of a true professional!<br /><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Understanding sales as something we all do every day.</li><li>A fundamental sales lesson: if you’re not selling, you’re buying.</li><li>Reframing sales and why it’s something you do <em>for</em> people, not to people.</li><li>What prevents people from accepting your help.</li><li>Why sales is one of the three biggest goal-achieving activities.</li><li>Ways to prioritise selling: do it first thing in the morning!</li><li>Practical advice for overcoming your biggest sales barriers.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/free-resources/the-power-of-decision-your-path-to-freedom-and-achievement" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">‘The Power of Decision: Your Path to Freedom and Achievement’</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:19:3122Episode 22: Secrets To Be Great at Salesfull<![CDATA[Episode 24: Be a Goal Achiever – Not a Goal Setter]]>If you want a fun and purpose-filled life, you need to have goals and a clear path to achieving them. Today is all about optimising your life and habits to support that journey, beginning with the action plan that helped us reach our goals during a sailing trip in the Balearic Sea. Join us as we discuss the differences between a goal setter and a goal achiever, how to become a doer, an in-depth definition of “goals,” and the fear holding many of us back from our dreams. We unpack the characteristics of a goal achiever, the role of self-leadership, why goal acceptance matters, and where imagination fits in. You’ll also learn why goal achieving is a mental and personal process, how to fix your “I am” statements (and why it’s necessary to do so), and how radical acceptance can unlock real progress. Tune in to start turning your goals into reality, one intentional step at a time!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Insight into the action plan that helped us achieve our goals. 
  • Goal achievers versus goal setters (and how to become an achiever). 
  • Defining “goals” and the fear holding people back from achieving them. 
  • Characteristics that define goal achievers. 
  • Understanding the role of self-leadership in reaching your goals. 
  • Goal acceptance, how the universe works, and where imagination fits in.
  • The mental process of goal achieving and the time and effort it requires. 
  • “I am” statements: understanding goals as a personal endeavour. 
  • Radical acceptance, manifestation, and why goals are vital for progress. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17463114Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>If you want a fun and purpose-filled life, you need to have goals and a clear path to achieving them. Today is all about optimising your life and habits to support that journey, beginning with the action plan that helped us reach our goals during a sailing trip in the Balearic Sea. Join us as we discuss the differences between a goal setter and a goal achiever, how to become a doer, an in-depth definition of “goals,” and the fear holding many of us back from our dreams. We unpack the characteristics of a goal achiever, the role of self-leadership, why goal acceptance matters, and where imagination fits in. You’ll also learn why goal achieving is a mental and personal process, how to fix your “I am” statements (and why it’s necessary to do so), and how radical acceptance can unlock real progress. Tune in to start turning your goals into reality, one intentional step at a time!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Insight into the action plan that helped us achieve our goals. </li><li>Goal achievers versus goal setters (and how to become an achiever). </li><li>Defining “goals” and the fear holding people back from achieving them. </li><li>Characteristics that define goal achievers. </li><li>Understanding the role of self-leadership in reaching your goals. </li><li>Goal acceptance, how the universe works, and where imagination fits in.</li><li>The mental process of goal achieving and the time and effort it requires. </li><li>“I am” statements: understanding goals as a personal endeavour. </li><li>Radical acceptance, manifestation, and why goals are vital for progress. </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:23:4224Episode 24: Be a Goal Achiever – Not a Goal Setterfull<![CDATA[Episode 12: Reaching Goals the Effortless Way]]>What if achieving your biggest goals didn’t have to feel like an uphill battle? In this episode, we explore the power of setting a personal standard and defining your life philosophy. We begin with the critical role of goal-setting and the three types of goals Christer uses to shape his future. Next, we discuss the true source of ideas and break down Christer’s personal standard for living, covering mindset, long-term vision, home, relationships, financial freedom, and more. We also examine how a person’s philosophy influences their emotions, decisions, and actions, with real-life examples of its impact and Christer explains why tuning into what truly feels right is more valuable than external opinions (except when fear is the only thing holding you back!) He shares a powerful story about how he and Elin committed to a bold goal and ended up surprising themselves in ways they never expected. If you’re ready to rethink your standards and step into a life that aligns with your true desires, tune in today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • How the topic of this episode ties into our goal: to help people to live a full life!
  • The difference between having a standard and having a deliberate standard.
  • Why it is so important to have clearly defined goals. 
  • Abraham Hicks’ principle that selfishness produces love for others.
  • Insight into the true power of our thoughts. 
  • A, B, and C: three types of goals that Christer prioritises.
  • Answering the question of where ideas come from.
  • What Christer’s ultimate standard for living comes down to. 
  • Reasons that he upgrades his standards a few times a year.
  • Understanding that the opposite of a standard is an excuse. 
  • A basic definition of a person’s life philosophy. 
  • Examples of life philosophies to live by and the impact of each one. 
  • Why Christer recommends listening to yourself rather than others.
  • The story of Christer and Elin’s Christmas swimming excursion.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16728159Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>What if achieving your biggest goals didn’t have to feel like an uphill battle? In this episode, we explore the power of setting a personal standard and defining your life philosophy. We begin with the critical role of goal-setting and the three types of goals Christer uses to shape his future. Next, we discuss the true source of ideas and break down Christer’s personal standard for living, covering mindset, long-term vision, home, relationships, financial freedom, and more. We also examine how a person’s philosophy influences their emotions, decisions, and actions, with real-life examples of its impact and Christer explains why tuning into what truly feels right is more valuable than external opinions (except when fear is the only thing holding you back!) He shares a powerful story about how he and Elin committed to a bold goal and ended up surprising themselves in ways they never expected. If you’re ready to rethink your standards and step into a life that aligns with your true desires, tune in today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>How the topic of this episode ties into our goal: to help people to live a full life!</li><li>The difference between having a standard and having a deliberate standard.</li><li>Why it is so important to have clearly defined goals. </li><li>Abraham Hicks’ principle that selfishness produces love for others.</li><li>Insight into the true power of our thoughts. </li><li>A, B, and C: three types of goals that Christer prioritises.</li><li>Answering the question of where ideas come from.</li><li>What Christer’s ultimate standard for living comes down to. </li><li>Reasons that he upgrades his standards a few times a year.</li><li>Understanding that the opposite of a standard is an excuse. </li><li>A basic definition of a person’s life philosophy. </li><li>Examples of life philosophies to live by and the impact of each one. </li><li>Why Christer recommends listening to yourself rather than others.</li><li>The story of Christer and Elin’s Christmas swimming excursion.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:0112Episode 12: Reaching Goals the Effortless Wayfull<![CDATA[Episode 38: Freedom Is a Decision. Not a Destination]]>Freedom is not something you arrive at one day. It is something you choose, again and again. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim challenge the idea that freedom comes after money, success, or retirement. Speaking from life aboard their sailboat along the Italian coast, they reflect on how fear, habits, and external expectations can quietly limit choice, even when opportunities are available. Together, they explore the difference between external freedom, such as money and mobility, and internal freedom, including peace, alignment, and emotional independence. Christer and Elin share why courage matters more than certainty, how clear goals create focus, and why consistent action builds a life that feels free. Tune in to rethink what freedom means for you and how small, intentional decisions can begin shaping it today!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Life aboard Christer and Elin’s sailboat: designing freedom around work and lifestyle.
  • Why freedom is a decision, not a destination you reach later.
  • The cost of postponing the pursuit of freedom until retirement.
  • Fear, anxiety, courage, and the challenge of leaving the “mental harbour”.
  • How external opinions and surroundings can shape our choices.
  • Using clear goals to filter decisions and focus daily actions.
  • Why consistent action, not waiting or procrastinating, creates a life that feels free.
  • The difference between external freedom and internal freedom.
  • Why courage matters more than certainty when choosing freedom.
  • Defining freedom on your own terms, not by someone else’s version.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

Elin Solheim on Instagram

]]>Buzzsprout-18570097Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>Freedom is not something you arrive at one day. It is something you choose, again and again. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim challenge the idea that freedom comes after money, success, or retirement. Speaking from life aboard their sailboat along the Italian coast, they reflect on how fear, habits, and external expectations can quietly limit choice, even when opportunities are available. Together, they explore the difference between external freedom, such as money and mobility, and internal freedom, including peace, alignment, and emotional independence. Christer and Elin share why courage matters more than certainty, how clear goals create focus, and why consistent action builds a life that feels free. Tune in to rethink what freedom means for you and how small, intentional decisions can begin shaping it today!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Life aboard Christer and Elin’s sailboat: designing freedom around work and lifestyle.</li><li>Why freedom is a decision, not a destination you reach later.</li><li>The cost of postponing the pursuit of freedom until retirement.</li><li>Fear, anxiety, courage, and the challenge of leaving the “mental harbour”.</li><li>How external opinions and surroundings can shape our choices.</li><li>Using clear goals to filter decisions and focus daily actions.</li><li>Why consistent action, not waiting or procrastinating, creates a life that feels free.</li><li>The difference between external freedom and internal freedom.</li><li>Why courage matters more than certainty when choosing freedom.</li><li>Defining freedom on your own terms, not by someone else’s version.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/elin_solheim_coach/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on Instagram</a></p>no00:22:2038Episode 38: Freedom Is a Decision. Not a Destinationfull<![CDATA[Episode 27: Our Summer Learnings]]>Summer is a beautiful time to focus on relaxing and reconnecting. Whether with yourself, nature or family and friends. But even amidst the rejuvenation, it can also be a place for summer-inspired purposes. In this special episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin summarise their summer, sharing what they've worked on and how they've truly taken time off. They discuss their summer-inspired goals, share insights on an upcoming sales program and explain why it was so important to completely dedicate time away from work. They also highlight the importance of allowing partners the space to simply be themselves. For more about their summer, be sure to tune in and hear how they’ve ensured they are energised and ready to kick-start the fall. Thanks for tuning in! 

Key Points From This Episode:

  • What listeners can expect from today’s episode.
  • They share what their summer priorities were and the summer-inspired goals they set.
  • Elin details the sales programme she signed up for.
  • Reconnecting with family and friends this summer.
  • Why they chose to take time completely off this summer: setting priorities.
  • Christer sheds light on the reason behind the physical goal he set for the summer.
  • They discuss different aspects of his book, Be Daring, Be Different.
  • The importance of allowing our partners to simply be themselves. 
  • Why awareness is everything. 
  • What they’re looking forward to for Fall 2025. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17703180Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:00:00 GMT<p>Summer is a beautiful time to focus on relaxing and reconnecting. Whether with yourself, nature or family and friends. But even amidst the rejuvenation, it can also be a place for summer-inspired purposes. In this special episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin summarise their summer, sharing what they've worked on and how they've truly taken time off. They discuss their summer-inspired goals, share insights on an upcoming sales program and explain why it was so important to completely dedicate time away from work. They also highlight the importance of allowing partners the space to simply be themselves. For more about their summer, be sure to tune in and hear how they’ve ensured they are energised and ready to kick-start the fall. Thanks for tuning in! </p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>What listeners can expect from today’s episode.</li><li>They share what their summer priorities were and the summer-inspired goals they set.</li><li>Elin details the sales programme she signed up for.</li><li>Reconnecting with family and friends this summer.</li><li>Why they chose to take time completely off this summer: setting priorities.</li><li>Christer sheds light on the reason behind the physical goal he set for the summer.</li><li>They discuss different aspects of his book, <em>Be Daring, Be Different</em>.</li><li>The importance of allowing our partners to simply be themselves. </li><li>Why awareness is everything. </li><li>What they’re looking forward to for Fall 2025. </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Be-Daring-Different-Reverse-engineering-ebook/dp/B0CFS9YV12" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:1427Episode 27: Our Summer Learningsfull<![CDATA[Episode 41: When Success No Longer Feels Like Yours]]>High achievers often feel uneasy despite success because they’ve outgrown their current lives. This feeling isn’t a problem but a signal from their higher selves to evolve and align with their true selves. In today’s episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin unpack why that uneasy feeling is not a failure, but a signal that you’ve outgrown the version of life you built for an earlier version of you. They explore how high achievers can get stuck in the hamster wheel of societal expectations, and why pushing harder rarely fixes the deeper issue when the direction is wrong. Christer and Elin share a simple way to start reconnecting with yourself, explain why fear often shows up right before personal growth, and break down how change can happen through steady calibration rather than a sudden life transition. Tune in to learn how to stop ignoring the signals, reclaim your inner self, and start building a version of success that actually feels like yours.

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Learn why feeling “off” can be a signal rather than a problem.
  • Uncover how external success can lead to misalignment.
  • Hear why change is a personal upgrade and not a personal failure.
  • Find out what most people get wrong about feeling fear.
  • Discover the steps to overcome fear and avoid self-sabotage. 
  • Explore how social labels and pressures can limit people’s possibilities.
  • The difference between constantly grinding and choosing to excel.
  • Hear why self-discipline can fail when it supports the wrong goal.
  • Why you should focus on selling value instead of grinding.
  • Understand why being true to yourself is crucial for finding happiness.
  • Advice for listeners to begin reconnecting with themselves.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Freedom Shortcut Program

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18818409Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>High achievers often feel uneasy despite success because they’ve outgrown their current lives. This feeling isn’t a problem but a signal from their higher selves to evolve and align with their true selves. In today’s episode of To Your Success!, Christer and Elin unpack why that uneasy feeling is not a failure, but a signal that you’ve outgrown the version of life you built for an earlier version of you. They explore how high achievers can get stuck in the hamster wheel of societal expectations, and why pushing harder rarely fixes the deeper issue when the direction is wrong. Christer and Elin share a simple way to start reconnecting with yourself, explain why fear often shows up right before personal growth, and break down how change can happen through steady calibration rather than a sudden life transition. Tune in to learn how to stop ignoring the signals, reclaim your inner self, and start building a version of success that actually feels like yours.</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Learn why feeling “off” can be a signal rather than a problem.</li><li>Uncover how external success can lead to misalignment.</li><li>Hear why change is a personal upgrade and <em>not</em> a personal failure.</li><li>Find out what most people get wrong about feeling fear.</li><li>Discover the steps to overcome fear and avoid self-sabotage. </li><li>Explore how social labels and pressures can limit people’s possibilities.</li><li>The difference between constantly grinding and choosing to excel.</li><li>Hear why self-discipline can fail when it supports the wrong goal.</li><li>Why you should focus on selling value instead of grinding.</li><li>Understand why being true to yourself is crucial for finding happiness.</li><li>Advice for listeners to begin reconnecting with themselves.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/programs-and-services/group-mentoring-programs/be-daring-be-different" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Freedom Shortcut Program</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:23:2741Episode 41: When Success No Longer Feels Like Yoursfull<![CDATA[Episode 2: About Success]]>Success means something different to everyone, but the journey to achieving it is universal. Welcome to To Your Success!, the podcast that delves deep into what it takes to create lasting success. Join international success mentors and partners in life and business, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim, as they explore the true meaning of freedom and achievement. In this episode, they explore Bob Proctor’s definition of success as the progressive realisation of a worthy goal, share insights into their dream of sailing around the world and discuss why success feels different for everyone. You'll discover why fear is a natural part of pursuing your dreams, the importance of cultivating an intentional mindset and finding mentors and how personal development shapes your journey. They also reveal the four key habits of highly successful people and explore the joy, gratitude and confidence that accompany achieving your goals. Ready to start living the life you dream of? Tune in for strategies to help you get there!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Defining success and what it feels like to achieve a goal.
  • Insight into Christer and Elin’s goal to sail around the world.
  • Reasons that fear is a natural part of pursuing your dreams.
  • Success as the progressive realisation of a worthy goal or ideal.
  • How success can mean completely different things to different people.
  • Why the person you become on the journey to your goal matters.
  • The importance of mindset, mentors and personal development.
  • Unpacking the significance of the four things highly successful people do.
  • Joy, gratitude, confidence and more: what success feels like.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.

Think and Grow Rich

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-15943757Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT<p>Success means something different to everyone, but the journey to achieving it is universal. Welcome to To Your Success!, the podcast that delves deep into what it takes to create lasting success. Join international success mentors and partners in life and business, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim, as they explore the true meaning of freedom and achievement. In this episode, they explore Bob Proctor’s definition of success as the progressive realisation of a worthy goal, share insights into their dream of sailing around the world and discuss why success feels different for everyone. You'll discover why fear is a natural part of pursuing your dreams, the importance of cultivating an intentional mindset and finding mentors and how personal development shapes your journey. They also reveal the four key habits of highly successful people and explore the joy, gratitude and confidence that accompany achieving your goals. Ready to start living the life you dream of? Tune in for strategies to help you get there!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Defining success and what it feels like to achieve a goal.</li><li>Insight into Christer and Elin’s goal to sail around the world.</li><li>Reasons that fear is a natural part of pursuing your dreams.</li><li>Success as the progressive realisation of a worthy goal or ideal.</li><li>How success can mean completely different things to different people.</li><li>Why the person you become on the journey to your goal matters.</li><li>The importance of mindset, mentors and personal development.</li><li>Unpacking the significance of the four things highly successful people do.</li><li>Joy, gratitude, confidence and more: what success feels like.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Be-Daring-Different-Reverse-engineering/dp/B0CJBPLMDB/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Think and Grow Rich</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:272Episode 2: About Successfull<![CDATA[Episode 9: Use Your Mind for Success]]>We’ve all heard about the power of the mind but what does that actually mean? Today, Christer and Elin explore all the wonders of the mind and specifically, how we can use our minds for success. We begin by distinguishing the brain from the mind before learning about what we use our minds for and how our minds connect us to everything else. We discuss why your mindset needs to be stronger than your feelings, how the two halves of our minds compare to one another, the role of our five physical senses, and a careful examination of each of the mind’s six higher faculties. To end, we discover where our analytical minds fit in, and we explore everything you need to remember to use your mind for success. 


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Unpacking the mind, starting with Elin’s experience of holding a brain in her bare hands.
  • What we use our minds for, and how our minds connect us to the rest of the universe. 
  • How the mind is energy just like everything else in the world. 
  • Why your mindset needs to be stronger than your feelings. 
  • The intellectual and emotional halves of our minds. 
  • Exploring the role of our five physical senses.
  • The six higher faculties: intuition, imagination, perception, reason, will, and memory.
  • Our analytical mind – the meeting point of our intellectual and emotional minds. 
  • How to use your mind for success. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The Science of Getting Rich 

‘Episode 3: About Personalities. How to create great relationships’

The Freedom Morning Formula 

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16472334Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>We’ve all heard about the power of the mind but what does that actually mean? Today, Christer and Elin explore all the wonders of the mind and specifically, how we can use our minds for success. We begin by distinguishing the brain from the mind before learning about what we use our minds for and how our minds connect us to everything else. We discuss why your mindset needs to be stronger than your feelings, how the two halves of our minds compare to one another, the role of our five physical senses, and a careful examination of each of the mind’s six higher faculties. To end, we discover where our analytical minds fit in, and we explore everything you need to remember to use your mind for success. </p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Unpacking the mind, starting with Elin’s experience of holding a brain in her bare hands.</li><li>What we use our minds for, and how our minds connect us to the rest of the universe. </li><li>How the mind is energy just like everything else in the world. </li><li>Why your mindset needs to be stronger than your feelings. </li><li>The intellectual and emotional halves of our minds. </li><li>Exploring the role of our five physical senses.</li><li>The six higher faculties: intuition, imagination, perception, reason, will, and memory.</li><li>Our analytical mind – the meeting point of our intellectual and emotional minds. </li><li>How to use your mind for success. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Science-Getting-Rich-Wallace-Wattles/dp/1585426016" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The Science of Getting Rich</em></a> </p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Qd4Kvc2mrE&amp;list=PLeEae34-5QZOAptUR48xylQvFrwkKSFe0&amp;index=6" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">‘Episode 3: About Personalities. How to create great relationships’</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/free-resources/the-freedom-morning-formula" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Freedom Morning Formula </a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:28:359Episode 9: Use Your Mind for Successfull<![CDATA[Episode 29: Is Your Self-Image Holding You Back?]]>What you believe about yourself sets the limits for what you can achieve. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore the power of self-image and how it shapes your results in life. They share stories from Christer’s transition from CEO to mentor, showing how stepping into a new identity can feel like letting an old version of yourself “die.”

Together, they unpack why we often fear positive change, how to face insecurities head-on, and why your self-talk matters more than you think. From using “I am” statements to building a new self-image through repetition, Christer and Elin offer practical insights for shifting from fear to confidence and aligning your goals with who you truly want to be. Tune in to discover how to rewrite the story you tell yourself, love the process as much as the outcome, and create a life that feels effortless and fulfilling!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Kicking off autumn with a focus on self-image and personal growth.
  • Christer’s journey from CEO to mentor and letting the “old him” go.
  • Why we fear change, even when it leads to positive transformation.
  • Facing insecurities and choosing to focus on what can go right.
  • The power of self-talk and “I am” statements in shaping your reality.
  • Using imagination, will, and discipline as superpowers for growth.
  • Redefining yourself when life roles shift, like after kids leave home.
  • Setting goals you truly want and not those driven by others’ expectations.
  • Learning to love the process as much as achieving the outcome.
  • Repetition and persistence as the keys to building a new self-image.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17847378Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What you believe about yourself sets the limits for what you can achieve. In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore the power of self-image and how it shapes your results in life. They share stories from Christer’s transition from CEO to mentor, showing how stepping into a new identity can feel like letting an old version of yourself “die.”</p><p>Together, they unpack why we often fear positive change, how to face insecurities head-on, and why your self-talk matters more than you think. From using “I am” statements to building a new self-image through repetition, Christer and Elin offer practical insights for shifting from fear to confidence and aligning your goals with who you truly want to be. Tune in to discover how to rewrite the story you tell yourself, love the process as much as the outcome, and create a life that feels effortless and fulfilling!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Kicking off autumn with a focus on self-image and personal growth.</li><li>Christer’s journey from CEO to mentor and letting the “old him” go.</li><li>Why we fear change, even when it leads to positive transformation.</li><li>Facing insecurities and choosing to focus on what can go right.</li><li>The power of self-talk and “I am” statements in shaping your reality.</li><li>Using imagination, will, and discipline as superpowers for growth.</li><li>Redefining yourself when life roles shift, like after kids leave home.</li><li>Setting goals you truly want and not those driven by others’ expectations.</li><li>Learning to love the process as much as achieving the outcome.</li><li>Repetition and persistence as the keys to building a new self-image.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:5629Episode 29: Is Your Self-Image Holding You Back?full<![CDATA[Episode 18: How to Be Super Productive Every Day]]>How do you move from living life on repeat to building a life of purpose, energy, and results? In this episode of To Your Success, Christer and Elin explore how to become super productive, not by working more, but by acting with intention. Leveraging their decades of experience in business and leadership, they unpack the difference between “busy work” and “important work,” the power of goal-achieving activities, and how routine can act as a barrier to reaching your goals. You’ll also learn how to plan your day with intention, how to frame your goals in the present tense, leverage sprints for focus, use AI as a support tool, and cultivate discipline as an act of self-love. Join the conversation to discover how to stop procrastinating and start producing results that matter. Tune in now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why some people live life on repeat and what it takes to break the cycle.
  • The danger of being “busy being busy” and how it prevents real progress.
  • Hear why the absence of a clear goal leads to stagnation and frustration.
  • Learn the difference between wishful thinking and actual goal setting.
  • Find out how to identify and commit to daily goal-achieving activities.
  • Christer shares his night routine: planning the next day with intention.
  • Uncover the power of “sprints” and working in time blocks for productivity.
  • How to overcome procrastination (and how Elin learned to overcome hers).
  • Discover why discipline is the highest form of self-love and the key to freedom.
  • Explore the role of AI as a tool for authentic and creative work.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17055166Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>How do you move from living life on repeat to building a life of purpose, energy, and results? In this episode of To Your Success, Christer and Elin explore how to become super productive, not by working more, but by acting with intention. Leveraging their decades of experience in business and leadership, they unpack the difference between “busy work” and “important work,” the power of goal-achieving activities, and how routine can act as a barrier to reaching your goals. You’ll also learn how to plan your day with intention, how to frame your goals in the present tense, leverage sprints for focus, use AI as a support tool, and cultivate discipline as an act of self-love. Join the conversation to discover how to stop procrastinating and start producing results that matter. Tune in now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why some people live life on repeat and what it takes to break the cycle.</li><li>The danger of being “busy being busy” and how it prevents real progress.</li><li>Hear why the absence of a clear goal leads to stagnation and frustration.</li><li>Learn the difference between wishful thinking and actual goal setting.</li><li>Find out how to identify and commit to daily goal-achieving activities.</li><li>Christer shares his night routine: planning the next day with intention.</li><li>Uncover the power of “sprints” and working in time blocks for productivity.</li><li>How to overcome procrastination (and how Elin learned to overcome hers).</li><li>Discover why discipline is the highest form of self-love and the key to freedom.</li><li>Explore the role of AI as a tool for authentic and creative work.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:5918Episode 18: How to Be Super Productive Every Dayfull<![CDATA[Episode 5: The Roadmap to Success: Why Personal Goals Matter]]>Are you struggling to break out of your routine and pursue what you really want? In this episode of the To Your Success! podcast, Christer and Elin discuss the importance of setting goals. Tuning in, you’ll learn how goals provide direction and clarity in life by offering freedom and personal growth. They share their own experiences and key examples; including stories of influential leaders like President Kennedy and Elon Musk, illustrating how setting high goals and focusing on them can lead to remarkable achievements. They also break down how to harness the "effortless way principle" to achieve your goals, the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone, and the role fear plays in personal growth. To discover how you can set and achieve your personal and professional goals, press play now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why setting goals is so important to achieving success.
  • How not having goals can trap you in your routine.
  • Setting goals: how they help you have direction in life.
  • An overview of what prevents people from setting goals.
  • How to clarify what you really want and set goals accordingly.
  • Lessons from President Kennedy’s goal to send a man to the moon.
  • How SpaceX overcame obstacles to their goals through innovation and persistence.
  • The “effortless way principle” and how to use it as you pursue your goals.
  • Overcoming the fear barrier to achieve your goals.
  • Key takeaways and tips for setting and achieving your goals.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Episode 2: About Success

Be Daring. Be Different

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16174373Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:00:00 GMT<p>Are you struggling to break out of your routine and pursue what you really want? In this episode of the To Your Success! podcast, Christer and Elin discuss the importance of setting goals. Tuning in, you’ll learn how goals provide direction and clarity in life by offering freedom and personal growth. They share their own experiences and key examples; including stories of influential leaders like President Kennedy and Elon Musk, illustrating how setting high goals and focusing on them can lead to remarkable achievements. They also break down how to harness the "effortless way principle" to achieve your goals, the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone, and the role fear plays in personal growth. To discover how you can set and achieve your personal and professional goals, press play now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why setting goals is so important to achieving success.</li><li>How not having goals can trap you in your routine.</li><li>Setting goals: how they help you have direction in life.</li><li>An overview of what prevents people from setting goals.</li><li>How to clarify what you really want and set goals accordingly.</li><li>Lessons from President Kennedy’s goal to send a man to the moon.</li><li>How SpaceX overcame obstacles to their goals through innovation and persistence.</li><li>The “effortless way principle” and how to use it as you pursue your goals.</li><li>Overcoming the fear barrier to achieve your goals.</li><li>Key takeaways and tips for setting and achieving your goals.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-2-about-success/id1774316745?i=1000673465286" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Episode 2: About Success</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:285Episode 5: The Roadmap to Success: Why Personal Goals Matterfull<![CDATA[Episode 10: How to Create Your Happiness]]>What if happiness is not something you find but something you create? In this episode, Christer and Elin explore the science of happiness and what it truly means to live a joyful life. They dive into how neuroscience, mindset, and intentional activities shape our joy. Unpack the brain’s role in creating habits and learn why happiness is a choice within our control. Christer and Elin also discuss the steps for visualising success and cultivating lasting gratitude and joy. Discover actionable insights to help you take charge of happiness, develop meaningful relationships, and create the foundational steps toward happiness. Join Christer and Elin to explore how to transform your mindset, harness the power of visualisation, begin choosing happiness, and why the journey toward your goals is just as important as reaching them. Tune in now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Find out what happiness means to Christer and Elin and how it ties to freedom.
  • Learn why courage is essential to claiming your freedom and living a joyful life.
  • Discover how the brain processes daily thoughts and how this shapes your habits.
  • Hear how creating positive neural pathways impacts your mindset and habits.
  • How visualisation creates the feeling of happiness and shifts your perspective.
  • The role of gratitude in transforming your perspective and boosting happiness.
  • Why genetics, circumstances, and intentional choices all play a role in happiness.
  • Hear why living in the present and finding joy in the moment is essential.
  • Uncover the importance of meaningful relationships in building a fulfilling life.
  • Explore the connection between optimism, gratitude, and emotional well-being.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

The How of Happiness

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16557723Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>What if happiness is not something you find but something you create? In this episode, Christer and Elin explore the science of happiness and what it truly means to live a joyful life. They dive into how neuroscience, mindset, and intentional activities shape our joy. Unpack the brain’s role in creating habits and learn why happiness is a choice within our control. Christer and Elin also discuss the steps for visualising success and cultivating lasting gratitude and joy. Discover actionable insights to help you take charge of happiness, develop meaningful relationships, and create the foundational steps toward happiness. Join Christer and Elin to explore how to transform your mindset, harness the power of visualisation, begin choosing happiness, and why the journey toward your goals is just as important as reaching them. Tune in now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Find out what happiness means to Christer and Elin and how it ties to freedom.</li><li>Learn why courage is essential to claiming your freedom and living a joyful life.</li><li>Discover how the brain processes daily thoughts and how this shapes your habits.</li><li>Hear how creating positive neural pathways impacts your mindset and habits.</li><li>How visualisation creates the feeling of happiness and shifts your perspective.</li><li>The role of gratitude in transforming your perspective and boosting happiness.</li><li>Why genetics, circumstances, and intentional choices all play a role in happiness.</li><li>Hear why living in the present and finding joy in the moment is essential.</li><li>Uncover the importance of meaningful relationships in building a fulfilling life.</li><li>Explore the connection between optimism, gratitude, and emotional well-being.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Approach-Getting-Life/dp/0143114956" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>The How of Happiness</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:22:4610Episode 10: How to Create Your Happinessfull<![CDATA[Episode 34: Stop Waiting for Clarity — Create It!]]>Challenging the myth that readiness comes before action, this episode explores how true growth begins when you start before you feel ready, learn through experience, and turn fear into fuel for development. Welcome back to another episode of To Your Success with hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim. Today’s conversation centers on why you should stop waiting for clarity and instead create it for yourself. Tune in to hear how to embrace the belief that you can, learn how to act your way into thinking, discover the effortless way forward, and recognize that waiting for clarity is often just fear disguised as logic. Christer and Elin also share practical tools to help you tune your mind to the right frequency. Sometimes, you just have to leap without knowing what’s next. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the episode!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • What listeners can expect from today’s episode.
  • One of the biggest myths in personal growth.
  • Accepting the idea that you can (like a baby trying to walk!)
  • Christer unpacks how you need to act into your thinking.
  • He shares what it was like to navigate the feeling of being stuck.
  • The effortless way: choosing fear to save energy. 
  • Elin shares the reason she took the courageous steps toward change.
  • Management for Hire: a shift in Elin’s self-image. 
  • Why waiting for clarity is fear disguised as logic.
  • Practical tools for tuning your brain to the right frequency.
  • Get in contact with us! 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be

You 2: A High Velocity Formula for Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum Leaps 

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18242911Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>Challenging the myth that readiness comes before action, this episode explores how true growth begins when you start before you feel ready, learn through experience, and turn fear into fuel for development. Welcome back to another episode of To Your Success with hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim. Today’s conversation centers on why you should stop waiting for clarity and instead create it for yourself. Tune in to hear how to embrace the belief that you can, learn how to act your way into thinking, discover the effortless way forward, and recognize that waiting for clarity is often just fear disguised as logic. Christer and Elin also share practical tools to help you tune your mind to the right frequency. Sometimes, you just have to leap without knowing what’s next. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the episode!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>What listeners can expect from today’s episode.</li><li>One of the biggest myths in personal growth.</li><li>Accepting the idea that you can (like a baby trying to walk!)</li><li>Christer unpacks how you need to act into your thinking.</li><li>He shares what it was like to navigate the feeling of being stuck.</li><li>The effortless way: choosing fear to save energy. </li><li>Elin shares the reason she took the courageous steps toward change.</li><li>Management for Hire: a shift in Elin’s self-image. </li><li>Why waiting for clarity is fear disguised as logic.</li><li>Practical tools for tuning your brain to the right frequency.</li><li>Get in contact with us! </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.za/Be-Daring-Different-Reverse-engineering/dp/B0CJBPLMDB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.: Reverse engineering of life. From who you are to who you want to be</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.za/You-Velocity-Multiplying-Personal-Effectiveness/dp/0944002048" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>You 2: A High Velocity Formula for Multiplying Your Personal Effectiveness in Quantum Leaps </em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:2534Episode 34: Stop Waiting for Clarity — Create It!full<![CDATA[Episode 19: Trust Yourself. Worry, Doubt and Fear]]>What if fear wasn’t something to avoid but a sign that you’re on the edge of growth? In this episode, hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim dive into the transformative power of trusting yourself, even in the face of uncertainty. Broadcasting from their home in Norway (while their sailboat waits in the Mediterranean), they use the challenges they overcame on their sailing experience as an analogy for navigating fear, decision-making, and personal growth. Christer and Elin explore how worry, doubt, and fear are not just obstacles but essential signs from your higher self and what they mean. They uncover how universal laws, inner dialogue, and emotional awareness can help you rise to a higher version of yourself and share strategies to overcome the fear holding you back. Join the conversation to discover how to overcome uncertainty and hear insights to help you move forward with clarity, courage, and trust. Tune in now!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Learn why fear is not something to suppress, but a signal from your inner self.
  • The hurdles they faced crossing the Bay of Biscay and the mental shift that saved the trip.
  • Christer shares the turning point of their journey: asking for guidance from his higher self.
  • Uncover how intuition, gut feeling, and your emotions are all connected to your higher self.
  • Hear how to overcome fear through goal-setting, commitment, and internal reflection.
  • Discover universal principles to help shift your mindset from fear to focused action.
  • Find out why feelings of frustration are actually feelings of personal transformation.
  • Explore how visualising a goal helps you stay mentally strong despite facing uncertainty.
  • How excuses can be more dangerous than failure, and why commitment is the antidote.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-17102438Tue, 06 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What if fear wasn’t something to avoid but a sign that you’re on the edge of growth? In this episode, hosts Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim dive into the transformative power of trusting yourself, even in the face of uncertainty. Broadcasting from their home in Norway (while their sailboat waits in the Mediterranean), they use the challenges they overcame on their sailing experience as an analogy for navigating fear, decision-making, and personal growth. Christer and Elin explore how worry, doubt, and fear are not just obstacles but essential signs from your higher self and what they mean. They uncover how universal laws, inner dialogue, and emotional awareness can help you rise to a higher version of yourself and share strategies to overcome the fear holding you back. Join the conversation to discover how to overcome uncertainty and hear insights to help you move forward with clarity, courage, and trust. Tune in now!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Learn why fear is not something to suppress, but a signal from your inner self.</li><li>The hurdles they faced crossing the Bay of Biscay and the mental shift that saved the trip.</li><li>Christer shares the turning point of their journey: asking for guidance from his higher self.</li><li>Uncover how intuition, gut feeling, and your emotions are all connected to your higher self.</li><li>Hear how to overcome fear through goal-setting, commitment, and internal reflection.</li><li>Discover universal principles to help shift your mindset from fear to focused action.</li><li>Find out why feelings of frustration are actually feelings of personal transformation.</li><li>Explore how visualising a goal helps you stay mentally strong despite facing uncertainty.</li><li>How excuses can be more dangerous than failure, and why commitment is the antidote.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:17:3419Episode 19: Trust Yourself. Worry, Doubt and Fearfull<![CDATA[Episode 16: HOW is the wrong question]]>What if the question “how” is keeping you stuck? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore why focusing on “how” can hold you back from achieving your goals and what to do instead. They discuss the power of taking action, embracing uncertainty, and trusting the process. Drawing from personal experiences, both in business and life aboard their sailboat, they share insights on mindset shifts, overcoming fear, and learning through action. Whether it’s making a sales call or setting sail into the unknown, success often comes from moving forward, not waiting for the perfect plan. Tune in to learn how to reframe your thinking and take the next step toward your goals!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • An update on Christer and Elin’s trip around the Mediterranean.
  • Why “how” is the wrong question to ask.
  • Focusing on the how: why it can make you feel stuck.
  • What you need to ask instead of asking “how”.
  • Why taking action is crucial to getting unstuck.
  • How failing forward can help you gather momentum.
  • Why you don’t need to wait for the perfect conditions to take action.
  • Winning strategies for getting out of being stuck.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16976775Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What if the question “how” is keeping you stuck? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim explore why focusing on “how” can hold you back from achieving your goals and what to do instead. They discuss the power of taking action, embracing uncertainty, and trusting the process. Drawing from personal experiences, both in business and life aboard their sailboat, they share insights on mindset shifts, overcoming fear, and learning through action. Whether it’s making a sales call or setting sail into the unknown, success often comes from moving forward, not waiting for the perfect plan. Tune in to learn how to reframe your thinking and take the next step toward your goals!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>An update on Christer and Elin’s trip around the Mediterranean.</li><li>Why “how” is the wrong question to ask.</li><li>Focusing on the how: why it can make you feel stuck.</li><li>What you need to ask instead of asking “how”.</li><li>Why taking action is crucial to getting unstuck.</li><li>How failing forward can help you gather momentum.</li><li>Why you don’t need to wait for the perfect conditions to take action.</li><li>Winning strategies for getting out of being stuck.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:3016Episode 16: HOW is the wrong questionfull<![CDATA[Episode 8: Living the Freedom]]>What does it take to create a life of true financial, emotional, and geographical freedom? In this episode, Christer and Elin dive into what it truly means to live a life of freedom and fulfillment. Broadcasting from Kuala Lumpur with the Petronas Twin Towers as their backdrop, they open up about their personal journey of blending business, travel, and their passion for helping others achieve success. They discuss their international lifestyle, what it’s like sailing the world on their 43-foot yacht, and the key to managing a growing global business while traveling. They also talk about the joys and challenges of running a business as a couple, managing time across different time zones, why self-discipline is vital, and maintaining standards for a life filled with freedom. Tune in for practical tips, inspiring stories, and lessons learned about how you can start living the life you truly want today!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • How to balance the demands of business with travel and adventure.
  • Ways to identify and choose energizing environments.
  • Valuable tools like Starlink for seamless internet connectivity.
  • Time management tips and why they are essential for remote work.
  • Building a flexible, freedom-based business.
  • The power of setting professional and personal goals.
  • Benefits of fostering authentic professional partnerships.
  • How gratitude and goal-setting can fuel success.
  • Why setting and maintaining high standards while traveling is important.
  • What a fulfilling life looks like and how to start living the life you truly want.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Episode 3: About Personalities

Starlink

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16389988Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>What does it take to create a life of true financial, emotional, and geographical freedom? In this episode, Christer and Elin dive into what it truly means to live a life of freedom and fulfillment. Broadcasting from Kuala Lumpur with the Petronas Twin Towers as their backdrop, they open up about their personal journey of blending business, travel, and their passion for helping others achieve success. They discuss their international lifestyle, what it’s like sailing the world on their 43-foot yacht, and the key to managing a growing global business while traveling. They also talk about the joys and challenges of running a business as a couple, managing time across different time zones, why self-discipline is vital, and maintaining standards for a life filled with freedom. Tune in for practical tips, inspiring stories, and lessons learned about how you can start living the life you truly want today!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>How to balance the demands of business with travel and adventure.</li><li>Ways to identify and choose energizing environments.</li><li>Valuable tools like Starlink for seamless internet connectivity.</li><li>Time management tips and why they are essential for remote work.</li><li>Building a flexible, freedom-based business.</li><li>The power of setting professional and personal goals.</li><li>Benefits of fostering authentic professional partnerships.</li><li>How gratitude and goal-setting can fuel success.</li><li>Why setting and maintaining high standards while traveling is important.</li><li>What a fulfilling life looks like and how to start living the life you truly want.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zpH4FKrrPx5rNhyuqguWV" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Episode 3: About Personalities</a></p><p><a href="https://www.starlink.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Starlink</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christer-johnsen-33283b98/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:24:098Episode 8: Living the Freedomfull<![CDATA[Episode 42: Calm is the Real Competitive Advantage]]>Most people think that success comes from pushing harder, but the people who perform at the highest level know something very different: calm is not a luxury; calm is a competitive advantage. In this conversation, your hosts unpack why the traditional narrative around stress and success is often wrong, and why cultivating calm can actually unlock better performance, clearer thinking, and greater opportunities. Along the way, the discussion touches on the role of mindset and inner authority, why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make, and how something as simple as your breath can become a powerful tool for creating calm in moments of pressure. If you’ve ever felt like success requires constant urgency, this episode offers a different perspective: one where calm becomes one of your most powerful tools for navigating pressure and performing at your best.

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why most people are wrong about what it takes to become successful.
  • How calm attracts possibilities. 
  • Breaking the bad habit of stress. 
  • Understanding that calm is not the same as laziness. 
  • What it means to calm down and speed up.
  • The role of mindset and inner authority. 
  • Why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make.
  • How to use your breath to create a sense of calm. 
  • Leveraging calm to manage pressure. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

As a Man Thinketh
Proctor Gallagher Institute

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18894636Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>Most people think that success comes from pushing harder, but the people who perform at the highest level know something very different: calm is not a luxury; calm is a competitive advantage. In this conversation, your hosts unpack why the traditional narrative around stress and success is often wrong, and why cultivating calm can actually unlock better performance, clearer thinking, and greater opportunities. Along the way, the discussion touches on the role of mindset and inner authority, why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make, and how something as simple as your breath can become a powerful tool for creating calm in moments of pressure. If you’ve ever felt like success requires constant urgency, this episode offers a different perspective: one where calm becomes one of your most powerful tools for navigating pressure and performing at your best.</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why most people are wrong about what it takes to become successful.</li><li>How calm attracts possibilities. </li><li>Breaking the bad habit of stress. </li><li>Understanding that calm is not the same as laziness. </li><li>What it means to calm down and speed up.</li><li>The role of mindset and inner authority. </li><li>Why not being yourself is one of the biggest mistakes you can make.</li><li>How to use your breath to create a sense of calm. </li><li>Leveraging calm to manage pressure. </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/As-Man-Thinketh-James-Allen/dp/164032013X" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>As a Man Thinketh</em></a><em><br /> </em><a href="https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Proctor Gallagher Institute</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:21:4942Episode 42: Calm is the Real Competitive Advantagefull<![CDATA[Episode 32: Success on Paper - Why it Still Feels Wrong]]>Have you ever built a life that looked perfect on paper yet still felt something was missing? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim talk about what happens when outward success does not match inner fulfilment, and why even the dream job can feel wrong. They share their own experiences of redefining success, moving through fear, and learning to listen when life no longer fits. They also dive into the traps of identity, expectations, and comfort, and how to break free by being honest about what you truly want. Together, they explore how courage, mentorship, and self-awareness can help you rebuild a life that actually feels like yours. Tune in to discover how letting go of success on paper can open the door to freedom, purpose, and authentic success.

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Learn what ‘success on paper’ really means and why it can still leave you unfulfilled.
  • Hear how Elin avoided the trap by daring to pivot early and follow her instincts.
  • The success trap: identity tied to title, recognition, and stability, but still feeling caged.
  • Discover the common signs that it is time for you to move on and how to reframe fear.
  • Explore the difference between negative and positive stress and their impact on fulfilment.
  • Find out why feeling off or unfulfilled does not equate to failure and what it actually means.
  • Practical steps for creating the life you want and how working with a mentor can help.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18081150Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>Have you ever built a life that looked perfect on paper yet still felt something was missing? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim talk about what happens when outward success does not match inner fulfilment, and why even the dream job can feel wrong. They share their own experiences of redefining success, moving through fear, and learning to listen when life no longer fits. They also dive into the traps of identity, expectations, and comfort, and how to break free by being honest about what you truly want. Together, they explore how courage, mentorship, and self-awareness can help you rebuild a life that actually feels like yours. Tune in to discover how letting go of success on paper can open the door to freedom, purpose, and authentic success.</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Learn what ‘success on paper’ really means and why it can still leave you unfulfilled.</li><li>Hear how Elin avoided the trap by daring to pivot early and follow her instincts.</li><li>The success trap: identity tied to title, recognition, and stability, but still feeling caged.</li><li>Discover the common signs that it is time for you to move on and how to reframe fear.</li><li>Explore the difference between negative and positive stress and their impact on fulfilment.</li><li>Find out why feeling off or unfulfilled does not equate to failure and what it actually means.</li><li>Practical steps for creating the life you want and how working with a mentor can help.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:23:4732Episode 32: Success on Paper - Why it Still Feels Wrongfull<![CDATA[Episode 14: The Power of Failing]]>We learn from our failures, not our successes, which is why failure is one of life’s most powerful catalysts for growth and reaching your full potential. Today’s episode of To Your Success! is all about the power of failure, starting with the importance of goal setting as the first step toward failing forward. We explore the dangers of listening to other people’s opinions, strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome, the role of intuition in building self-confidence, and how to let go of what’s holding you back. We also share practical tools for embracing failure, reframing fear as a positive force, and understanding how failure fuels growth and shapes the path to achieving our goals, dreams, and ideas!


Key Points From This Episode:

  • How having a goal reveals the benefits of failing (in pursuit of that goal). 
  • Why the opinions of others shouldn’t matter and how to fight imposter syndrome.  
  • Ways to build self-confidence and begin trusting your intuition. 
  • Analysing the parts of you that are holding you back. 
  • Unpacking the two main types of failures. 
  • Practical tools for going all-in on your new life; one that embraces and learns from failure.
  • The dangers of letting fear control you and how to make fear a positive experience.  
  • Why failing matters: failure as a catalyst for personal development. 
  • Where ideas come from and the role of failure in bringing them to life. 


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Be Daring. Be Different.

Book Your FREE Strategy Call

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16888607Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>We learn from our failures, not our successes, which is why failure is one of life’s most powerful catalysts for growth and reaching your full potential. Today’s episode of To Your Success! is all about the power of failure, starting with the importance of goal setting as the first step toward failing forward. We explore the dangers of listening to other people’s opinions, strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome, the role of intuition in building self-confidence, and how to let go of what’s holding you back. We also share practical tools for embracing failure, reframing fear as a positive force, and understanding how failure fuels growth and shapes the path to achieving our goals, dreams, and ideas!</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>How having a goal reveals the benefits of failing (in pursuit of that goal). </li><li>Why the opinions of others shouldn’t matter and how to fight imposter syndrome.  </li><li>Ways to build self-confidence and begin trusting your intuition. </li><li>Analysing the parts of you that are holding you back. </li><li>Unpacking the two main types of failures. </li><li>Practical tools for going all-in on your new life; one that embraces and learns from failure.</li><li>The dangers of letting fear control you and how to make fear a positive experience.  </li><li>Why failing matters: failure as a catalyst for personal development. </li><li>Where ideas come from and the role of failure in bringing them to life. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/bestselling-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>Be Daring. Be Different.</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/strategy-call" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Book Your FREE Strategy Call</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:3614Episode 14: The Power of Failingfull<![CDATA[Episode 40: Your Next Chapter Starts with Who You Become]]>Real success isn’t about setting new goals; it begins with who you become. Your next chapter starts with an internal identity shift, where results follow being, not the other way around. When you reshape your self-image and act in the spirit of who you’re becoming—inspired, curious, and willing to let go of your old self—external change finally sticks. By reprogramming your mind through new habits, conscious thought, and courageous action, you stop getting stuck in the “how” and begin creating your desired reality from the inside out. Tune in to this week’s episode as Christer and Elin dive into how your next chapter begins within, and in the end, why the most powerful tool for creating a better version of yourself isn’t found externally, it’s your mind. Thanks for listening!

Key Points From This Episode:

  • The topic of today’s discussion: your next chapter begins with who you become.
  • Why change is not about new goals.
  • Christer unpacks why external change often fails.
  • Identity will come before results: the internal shift changes everything.
  • Being “you” in your goal. 
  • What it means to be in the spirit of it: inspired.
  • Don’t get stuck in the how, but go out and act.
  • Why letting go of your old self is hard. 
  • Creating new habits by reprogramming yourself.
  • Why former success is dangerous to present success.
  • Two ways it takes courage to change. 
  • The importance of being curious and aware of ourselves. 
  • Christer sheds light on a misunderstanding of life and a lack of self-love. 
  • In conclusion: the tool you need to become a better version of yourself is your mind.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

As A Man Thinketh

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18733236Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT<p>Real success isn’t about setting new goals; it begins with who you become. Your next chapter starts with an internal identity shift, where results follow being, not the other way around. When you reshape your self-image and act in the spirit of who you’re becoming—inspired, curious, and willing to let go of your old self—external change finally sticks. By reprogramming your mind through new habits, conscious thought, and courageous action, you stop getting stuck in the “how” and begin creating your desired reality from the inside out. Tune in to this week’s episode as Christer and Elin dive into how your next chapter begins within, and in the end, why the most powerful tool for creating a better version of yourself isn’t found externally, it’s your mind. Thanks for listening!</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>The topic of today’s discussion: your next chapter begins with who you become.</li><li>Why change is not about new goals.</li><li>Christer unpacks why external change often fails.</li><li>Identity will come before results: the internal shift changes everything.</li><li>Being “you” in your goal. </li><li>What it means to be in the spirit of it: inspired.</li><li>Don’t get stuck in the how, but go out and act.</li><li>Why letting go of your old self is hard. </li><li>Creating new habits by reprogramming yourself.</li><li>Why former success is dangerous to present success.</li><li>Two ways it takes courage to change. </li><li>The importance of being curious and aware of ourselves. </li><li>Christer sheds light on a misunderstanding of life and a lack of self-love. </li><li>In conclusion: the tool you need to become a better version of yourself is your mind.</li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/As-Man-Thinketh-James-Allen/dp/1503055361" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><em>As A Man Thinketh</em></a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:4140Episode 40: Your Next Chapter Starts with Who You Becomefull<![CDATA[Episode 36: The Shortcut to Freedom in 2026]]>Today’s conversation centers on the true shortcut to freedom, one that isn’t about escape, but about alignment. Christer and Elin explore their definition of success, the ways the ego holds us back, and the distinction between the long road to freedom and the shortcut available to all of us. Christer highlights why delaying the truth only makes success feel heavier, explains the path to becoming effortless, and reveals why “later” is the most expensive word in the world. At the heart of today’s discussion is a powerful message: freedom begins with a decisive commitment, courageous action, and intentional daily practices, like “I am” statements, that steadily shape the life you want. Don’t miss another insightful episode as Christer and Elin continue their journey around the world, sharing transformative ideas to support your growth and success.

Key Points From This Episode:

  • An introduction to today’s topic of conversation, a shortcut to freedom.
  • How they define success: living the life you love.
  • Why the ego is the problem.
  • Christer explains what the shortcut to freedom looks like.
  • He unpacks what the long road to freedom is.
  • Christer discusses why the longer you delay the truth, the heavier success becomes.
  • Freedom as a lifestyle, a choice, and the power of 'I am' statements. 
  • How you can become effortless.
  • He breaks down how action creates clarity.
  • Why “later” is the most expensive word in the world.
  • The role of discipline and why it needs clear direction to drive meaningful progress. 

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-18355358Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT<p>Today’s conversation centers on the true shortcut to freedom, one that isn’t about escape, but about alignment. Christer and Elin explore their definition of success, the ways the ego holds us back, and the distinction between the long road to freedom and the shortcut available to all of us. Christer highlights why delaying the truth only makes success feel heavier, explains the path to becoming effortless, and reveals why “later” is the most expensive word in the world. At the heart of today’s discussion is a powerful message: freedom begins with a decisive commitment, courageous action, and intentional daily practices, like “I am” statements, that steadily shape the life you want. Don’t miss another insightful episode as Christer and Elin continue their journey around the world, sharing transformative ideas to support your growth and success.</p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>An introduction to today’s topic of conversation, a shortcut to freedom.</li><li>How they define success: living the life you love.</li><li>Why the ego is the problem.</li><li>Christer explains what the shortcut to freedom looks like.</li><li>He unpacks what the long road to freedom is.</li><li>Christer discusses why the longer you delay the truth, the heavier success becomes.</li><li>Freedom as a lifestyle, a choice, and the power of 'I am' statements. </li><li>How you can become effortless.</li><li>He breaks down how action creates clarity.</li><li>Why “later” is the most expensive word in the world.</li><li>The role of discipline and why it needs clear direction to drive meaningful progress. </li></ul><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorandcoachchristerjohn3170" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:30:1436Episode 36: The Shortcut to Freedom in 2026full<![CDATA[Episode 15: Leadership]]>What does great leadership truly look like? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim dive into the core principles of effective leadership, sharing key insights from their personal experiences of leading organizations and teams. They emphasise the importance of setting ambitious goals that transcend budgets, cultivating a mindset-driven culture, and being closely connected to your team. Christer highlights the balance between bold decision-making and creating a supportive environment where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities. By fostering clear goals, prioritising action, and staying present with your people, leaders can drive success! Tune in to learn actionable strategies for creating high-performing teams and becoming the leader your organization needs.


Key Points From This Episode:

  • Why true leadership is about setting high goals and thinking beyond budgets.
  • How strong leaders prioritise decisions and create momentum through action.
  • Proximity is key: why leadership requires being close and understanding your people.
  • Mindset and culture as the driving forces behind organisational success.
  • Setting clear goals and prioritising key activities for effective execution.
  • The importance of reframing mistakes as learning opportunities.


Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Group Mentoring Programs with Christer Johnsen

Diamond League Mentoring Program

Christer Johnsen Coaching

Christer Johnsen Coaching Email

Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn

Christer Johnsen on Instagram

Christer Johnsen on YouTube

Christer Johnsen on Facebook

Elin Solheim on LinkedIn

]]>Buzzsprout-16937917Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>What does great leadership truly look like? In this episode of To Your Success!, Christer Johnsen and Elin Solheim dive into the core principles of effective leadership, sharing key insights from their personal experiences of leading organizations and teams. They emphasise the importance of setting ambitious goals that transcend budgets, cultivating a mindset-driven culture, and being closely connected to your team. Christer highlights the balance between bold decision-making and creating a supportive environment where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities. By fostering clear goals, prioritising action, and staying present with your people, leaders can drive success! Tune in to learn actionable strategies for creating high-performing teams and becoming the leader your organization needs.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Points From This Episode:</b></p><ul><li>Why true leadership is about setting high goals and thinking beyond budgets.</li><li>How strong leaders prioritise decisions and create momentum through action.</li><li>Proximity is key: why leadership requires being close and understanding your people.</li><li>Mindset and culture as the driving forces behind organisational success.</li><li>Setting clear goals and prioritising key activities for effective execution.</li><li>The importance of reframing mistakes as learning opportunities.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/programs-and-services/group-mentoring-programs" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Group Mentoring Programs with Christer Johnsen</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/programs-and-services/group-mentoring-programs/diamond-league" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Diamond League Mentoring Program</a></p><p><a href="https://www.christerjohnsen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching</a></p><p><a href="mailto:hello@christerjohnsen.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen Coaching Email</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentor-christer-johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mentor_christer_johnsen/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mentorchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on YouTube</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mentorandcoachchristerjohnsen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Christer Johnsen on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elin-solheim-228928a5/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Elin Solheim on LinkedIn</a></p>no00:20:3915Episode 15: Leadershipfull