Hi star lovelies! I am beyond excited to be joined by our special guest Joy Osaka-Lu! Joy is exactly as her name suggests, a founder and CEO of One Ripple, LLC who provides holistic consultation to entrepreneurs, businesses, and leaders!

We had a great conversation about the need for traditionally 'unconventional' leadership in this New Era of business and information systems. Enjoy!

Episode Highlights

The Power of Soulful Operations

• Joy draws from her deep background in operations, showing how it’s not just the structures or the systems that matter—but the energy, intention, and how you show up every day.
• Discover the real operational magic: leading with integrity, infusing every project and relationship with soul, and making strategic choices that reflect your truest self.

Two Standout Quotes

Key Questions Answered

1. How do I stay calm and effective when the world feels unstable?

[3:15]
Joy emphasizes the importance of remaining whole and centered, regardless of external chaos. The power lies in defining your energy, letting your presence do the heavy lifting, and approaching challenges from a place of calm, “the true commodity of the New Era.”

2. What does it mean to operate from soul in business and leadership?

[13:59]
Operating from soul goes beyond the what and how of traditional operations. Joy explains that infusing every action, system, and relationship with deliberate intention, presence, and love creates lasting impact. “Efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy matter, but the real differentiator is how true to your essence you can stay, regardless of what's happening around you.”

3. What’s the biggest shift we need to embrace as leaders in the New Era?

[40:28]
Kim and Joy highlight that the greatest leadership move now is to trust yourself, let go of rigid expectations, and align with your unique path. Embracing choice, flexibility, and faith—rather than trying to replicate old paradigms—is what enables true innovation and collective upliftment.

Connect With Joy!

• Website: https://www.oneripple.net/
• LinkedIn: @joyosakalu
• Newsletter: Reset your True North

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How to Harness Virgo Energy for Transformative Change

Hello, star lovelies! Welcome to the August New Moon in Virgo episode of The Strategic Oracle. Today, we're diving into a ritual designed to help you catalyze your business and personal growth and take the stuck energy of the last couple months and move it into a place of action. Listen for tips from your Intuitive Success Signature and gain insight into what actions you should take around this August New Moon in Virgo.

Why Virgo Energy Matters Right Now

• Virgo invites us to examine how we show up daily, not just focus on big-picture strategies and dreams.
• The emphasis shifts to the tangible: workflows, wellness, routines, and small adjustments that create lasting results.
• Practical analytics and honest self-reflection ensure your efforts align with true satisfaction, not just ticking boxes.

Rituals & Practical Reflections for the New Moon

1. Pause and Take Inventory:
   Spend 30–40 minutes reflecting on what’s working, what excites you, and what needs to shift in your routines and relationships.
2. Set Meaningful Intentions:
   Focus on wellbeing, relationships, sanctuary, finances, success, and fun. Be specific about what adjustments you want and how you want to feel.
3. Plan for the Next Chapter:
   Don’t rush change, but make clear, detailed plans to ensure your direction feels right and truly belongs to you.

Two Important Quotes

• “It’s in the daily that things actuate, that it really matters.”
• “The energies are all about breaking through to you... It does feel difficult when you get to those sudden changes and you’re not expecting them. But you are in the right place.”

Key Questions Answered

1. What does the New Moon in Virgo mean for me personally? [1:23-4:03]

The New Moon in Virgo invites you to reflect on your daily routines, wellness practices, and how you show up for yourself and others. It's a time to set practical intentions and make small, meaningful adjustments that align with your long-term growth and satisfaction.

2. How should I navigate feelings of discomfort or uncertainty during this time? [8:51-9:26]

Feeling uncertain or like you’re “stitching things in midair” is expected during this powerful astrological shift. Embrace the discomfort as a sign you’re evolving—focus on grounding yourself with small rituals and trust the process of change.

Additional Resources:

• Listen to the August Forecast 🌻: Navigate the energies of the month with an in-depth guide here. You can also check it out on Spotify or wherever else you get your podcasts!
• Listen to Part One of the Strategic Pivot Series 🔄: Want to listen more about how to pivot and rebrand your business? Check it out on Spotify or ListenNotes!
• Unlock the Vault 🏦: To dive deeper or join the community, email Kim and her team at team@kimwoods.com for your unique Intuitive Success Signature!
• The Hub of Cosmic Insights 💫: For the latest updates, blogs, social media posts, and announcements, visit the Your Star Strategy Center

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How to Rebuild Your Business with Intuition

In Part Three of the 'Reversal Arc' series, Kim dives deeply into insights about what lies beyond traditional business strategy. Drawing from decades of leadership, boardroom strategy, consulting, and her work as a Strategic Oracle, Kim unpacks why even the best strategies sometimes fall short — and what you can do about it.

This episode dives into how restoring your true rhythm, uprooting misalignments, and reclaiming your unique signal help you shape an authentic, potent business and life. If you find yourself “doing all the right things” and still feeling unsatisfied or stuck, this episode will help you see what’s missing and what to do next.

Key Episode Highlights

The Limits of Traditional Strategy

• Even perfectly executed strategies, forecasts, and models can fail if they’re built on misalignment, distortion, or false signals.
• Boardroom presence and negotiation success hinge on reading the unseen dynamics — not just following steps and strategy.

The Power of Restoration and Rhythm

• True transformation happens when you restore your original rhythm, not by adding more tactics or effort.
• Success is rooted in knowing and owning your unique signal, rather than chasing cultural norms or other people’s business models.

Moving Beyond Coaching and Consulting Labels

• The transformation that occurs when you reclaim your core cannot be categorized as coaching or standard consulting — it is deeper: restoring systems, fortifying foundations, and activating your original architecture.
• This allows you to break patterns of mistrust, self-doubt, and susceptibility to external pressures.

Action Steps for Listeners

• Reflect on where your current strategy may rely on outdated or unaligned beliefs.
• Journal on moments where your intuition pointed out a hidden truth in business or personal decisions.
• If this episode stirred curiosity, consider applying for activation or entering our Vault.

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