In this lively and insightful episode, Liz welcomes Mel McSherry, an international business and life guide, to talk all things human design, sustainable business, and personal growth. The conversation ranges from personal anecdotes about navigating difficult people to deep dives into how human design can shape the way entrepreneurs run their lives and businesses. Mel shares her journey from fitness and network marketing to discovering human design and how it transformed both her business approach and her personal life. If you’re curious about how understanding your unique energetic blueprint can unlock a new level of success, this episode is for you.
Key Topics & Takeaways
- Human Design Basics:
Mel explains what human design is, how it combines modalities (astrology, I Ching, kabbalah, chakra system, quantum physics), and why it’s a profound tool for self-awareness. - Mel’s Background:
From starting as a fitness trainer and Beachbody coach to discovering human design, Mel talks about her entrepreneurial path and how checking in with her energy and time shaped her business model. - Practical Application:
Mel and Liz discuss how human design helps entrepreneurs manage energy, make better decisions, and avoid burnout—especially projectors like themselves. - Why Human Design is Different:
The episode covers how human design goes deeper than personality tests, providing the “why” behind your patterns and the “how” for optimizing your life and business. - Entrepreneurial Hallways:
Mel describes meeting clients during their “hallway” transitions—when they’re stuck, overwhelmed, or questioning their direction—and guides them back to their true self. - Profitability Beyond Money:
The conversation explores redefining profitability to include mental, emotional, and energetic well-being, not just financial success. - Personal Stories & Humor:
Expect stories about unsubscribe drama, awkward networking, generational wisdom, and how Mel and Liz connect through their shared experiences as projectors.
Quotes from the Episode
- “We always talk about the doors to success, but never do we talk about the hallways in between. And it’s the hallways where people find me.” — Mel McSherry
- “Human design shows you the why behind your how, and it proves to you where you’re like, ‘Oh, I knew it!’”
- “You are the singular most important person in your life and your business, and you have full say in how you create the business, money, and life you want.”
Resources & Links
- Mel McSherry Website: melmcsherry.com
(Book, 90-min human design readings, more info) - Virtual Coffee with Mel: virtualcoffeewithmel.com
(Book a complimentary 30-min chat) - Instagram: @mel_mcsherry
- LinkedIn: Mel McSherry on LinkedIn
- Book: She Profits by Mel McSherry
