Bestselling author, TEDx speaker, University of Oklahoma professor, and negotiation expert Dr. Meg Myers Morgan shares how self-worth influences every area of our lives, from our careers and relationships to the opportunities we're willing to pursue. She reflects on the unexpected path that led from a TEDx talk to bestselling books, keynote stages, and a career helping others recognize their value and ask for what they deserve.

The conversation also explores the realities of motherhood, postpartum depression, the pressure many women place on themselves, and how those experiences shaped both her writing and her purpose. Meg explains why negotiation is about far more than money. It's about understanding your worth, having the courage to ask for more, and building a life that aligns with your values.

Through honest stories, practical insights, and plenty of humor, this episode is a reminder that the life you want often begins with believing you're worthy of it.

We're officially halfway through the year.

Back in January, you probably had big goals, ambitious plans, and a vision for what this year would look like. So now comes the important question:

How's it going?

In this week's episode of Do It My Way, we're doing a Mid-Year Check-In. Not to judge ourselves for what didn't happen, but to take an honest look at what's working, what's not, and what needs to change to finish the year strong.

We'll walk through five simple questions every CEO/entrepreneur should ask right now, plus practical action steps to help you refocus, realign, and make the most of the next six months.

Because the goal isn't to start over.

It's to move forward with intention.

Listen now and give yourself the CEO check-in you deserve.

Summer has a way of reminding us what's really important.

Long dinners on the patio. Family vacations. Kids laughing in the pool. Watching the sunset instead of another spreadsheet.

And yet... so many business owners never truly experience those moments because they're still answering emails, checking Slack, or "just taking one quick call."

Sound familiar?

I know that feeling.

As entrepreneurs, we've convinced ourselves that being available 24/7 is what makes us successful. But what if it's actually holding us back?

Here's the truth:

If your business can't survive a week without you, you haven't built freedom, you've built dependence.

Your team doesn't become stronger because you answer every question. They become stronger when you trust them to find the answers.

Your clients don't need an instant response every hour of every day.

And your family doesn't need another expensive vacation.

They need you.

The memories they'll cherish won't be the hotel or the destination. They'll remember whether you were fully present. Whether you laughed with them, played the games, watched the fireworks, and looked up from your phone.

Is Your Business Stealing Your Vacation?

In this episode, we're talking about:

• Why successful leaders know how to step away.

• How to prepare your team before you leave.

• The difference between urgent and important.

• Why taking a real vacation might be the best thing you do for your business.

• How to be fully present with the people who matter most.

Here's my challenge for you this summer:

When you're with your family, be where your feet are.

The emails will still be there tomorrow.

This season of life won't.

Go make the memories.

You've earned them.