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Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane

Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane

Leslie Kane

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Show overview

Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane has been publishing since 2022, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 177 episodes. That works out to roughly 90 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 5th season.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 27 min and 37 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 23 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 53 episodes published. Published by Leslie Kane.

Episodes
177
Running
2022–2026 · 4y
Median length
32 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane is the go-to podcast for women entrepreneurs who are ready to start a business, get unstuck, or grow with more clarity, confidence, and courage.Hosted by Courage Coach and business mentor Leslie Kane, this show blends heartfelt storytelling with actionable business coaching to help you take that next brave step—without the chaos. Each week, you’ll hear either a solo episode packed with tools and systems you can use right away, or an inspiring guest interview that teaches real strategies behind the courage.Whether you're launching something new, navigating a pivot, or trying to find focus in the middle of the overwhelm, you’ll find encouragement, clarity, and simple steps to move forward.If you’re ready to stop waiting and start building a business and life you love—this podcast is for you.Because the only question that matters is: Why not today?

Latest Episodes

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Your One Day Starts Today - The Power of Persistence and Fanatical Consistency

Jun 5, 202614 min

Make People Feel Special: A Business Growth Strategy That Works

May 28, 202618 min

The Championship Mindset That Helps You Finish Strong

May 21, 202619 min

Building Your Tribe: How to Build Meaningful Relationships with Leslie

May 14, 202624 min

Finding Your Tribe: Why Community and Connection Matter with Leslie

May 7, 202613 min

The Starfish Effect: How One Action Can Change Everything

Apr 30, 202614 min

Stop Organizing, Start Systems to Reduce Overwhelm with Lisa Woodruff

Apr 22, 202637 min

Why You Quit Right Before It Starts Working

Apr 16, 202610 min

S5 Ep 6Why You Keep Starting Over and How to Stay Consistent

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane dives into a challenge so many of us face, starting over again and again, even when we know exactly what we need to do.If you have ever felt frustrated, stuck, or discouraged because you are not seeing results fast enough, this episode will shift your perspective. Leslie shares how consistency, not perfection, is the key to building confidence, momentum, and long term success.Through real life examples, personal stories, and practical strategies, you will learn how to stop overthinking, simplify your approach, and stay committed to the daily actions that actually move your life and business forward.This is your reminder that success is not built in big, dramatic moments. It is built in the quiet days when you choose to keep going.What You’ll Hear: • Why you keep starting over and how to break the cycle • The power of non negotiable daily actions and chosen commitments • How consistency, not perfection, creates confidence and momentumTake one step, build momentum, and if you are ready for support and accountability, explore how you can work with me and stay connected.Why not today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Apr 9, 202612 min

S5 Ep 5Building a Values-Driven Business with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, I sit down with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio to talk about what it really takes to move from idea to action.They share how they went from feeling misaligned in their work to building and selling a successful business in just a few years. What made the difference was simple, but powerful. They stopped talking about it and took the first step.This is where so many people get stuck. It is not a lack of ideas or ability. It is staying in the planning stage too long instead of taking action.We also dive into the ideas behind their books The Business of You and Lead It Like Lasso, focused on self awareness, core values, and the human skills that truly set you apart.What You’ll Hear:Why your core values are the foundation for successHow taking action before you feel ready creates momentumWhy failure is actually feedback that helps you growMarnie shares why you cannot let perfect get in the way of done, and Nick reframes failure as the path forward, not something to avoid.Check out 2 of Marnie & Nick’s Books - The Business of You by Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio 👉 https://amzn.to/4bLfoeMLead It Like Lasso by Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio 👉 https://amzn.to/4bZvz7hIf you have been sitting on an idea or feeling stuck, this episode will meet you right where you are and help you take that next step with confidence.Contact Marnie & Nick - https://[email protected] -www.facebook.com/BlueTheBusinessofYou/Instagram - www.instagram.com/bluethebusinessofyouLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/blue-the-business-of-you/Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] -www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnectsInstagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovementLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Apr 1, 202633 min

S5 Ep 4You Know What to Do… So Why Aren’t You Doing It?

In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, you’ll explore something many of us experience. You know what to do in your business or life, yet you still find yourself stuck, distracted, or doing everything except the one thing that truly moves you forward.Through real stories and honest reflection, you’ll see what is actually happening when you procrastinate. You’ll recognize how overwhelm, lack of clarity, and creative avoidance show up in your day to day decisions. More importantly, you’ll learn how to shift out of that cycle and start building momentum again.You’ll also hear a powerful reminder about humility. It is not just about knowing what to do and not doing it. Sometimes you do not know what you do not know, and growth comes when you are willing to ask for help and stay open to learning.What You’ll Hear: • How staying busy can actually be a form of avoidance and how to recognize it • Why focusing on one simple action can create momentum, energy, and confidence • How humility and asking for help can unlock your next stepYou already know what to do. So the question is… why not today?Take one step, build momentum, and if you are ready for support and accountability, explore how you can work with me and stay connected.Why not today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Mar 26, 202613 min

S5 Ep 3Spring Cleaning Your Life: Space, Systems, and Mindset

In this solo episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane invites you to rethink what spring cleaning really means. It is not just about closets and clutter. It is about creating space in your life so you can think clearly, act intentionally, and move forward with confidence.What started as painting a wall turned into a deeper realization. How much are we holding onto that no longer serves us? From physical clutter to outdated systems and mental overwhelm, Leslie walks you through a simple but powerful reset.You will hear practical examples, relatable stories, and simple shifts you can make right away. From renegotiating subscriptions to clearing digital overwhelm to stepping away for clarity, this episode is about taking action without overhauling your entire life.If you have been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly busy without progress, this episode will help you refocus, simplify, and take your next step.What You’ll Hear:How clearing physical space can instantly improve focus, energy, and clarityWhy outdated systems and habits may be costing you time, money, and momentumA simple way to reset your mind and create clarity without doing moreSpring cleaning is not about perfection. It is about making space for what is next.Choose one area of your life today. Ask yourself what is no longer serving you and take one simple action. If you want extra support, download the Why Not Today Spring Reset worksheet https://vipelnk.com/ez1j40w or reach out about a VIP Action Session to get unstuck and move forward. Why not today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Mar 19, 202617 min

S5 Ep 2The Power of Collaboration: How Doing Things Together Helps Us Get Unstuck Faster

In this episode of the Why Not Today podcast, Leslie Kane shares a simple but powerful reminder about the value of collaboration and fresh perspective.Have you ever had something sitting on your to do list for months that should only take an hour? Maybe it is organizing a room, finishing a project, making a decision, or finally taking the next step in your business.Leslie shares a story from a recent weekend when she and a friend decided to tag team some projects. They spent the weekend painting her bedroom and her friend’s basement, making a few trips to Home Depot along the way, and enjoying the process of getting things done together.While they were moving furniture in the bedroom, Leslie casually mentioned that she never watches the TV in there anymore. Her friend looked at it and asked a simple question.“Then why do you still have it?”That one question led to removing the TV, the stand, and the cable running along the baseboard that had been collecting dust for years. Suddenly the room felt lighter, calmer, and more intentional.It was a perfect reminder that sometimes we stay stuck not because we do not know what to do, but because we have been looking at the same situation for so long that we cannot see it any other way.Leslie also talks about the idea of lateral mentors. These are the people who walk beside us in life and business. They may not be far ahead of us, but they offer fresh perspective, encouragement, and ideas that can help us move forward faster.When we invite collaboration into our lives, decisions often become easier and momentum builds.Highlights from this episode• Why collaboration often helps us solve problems faster than trying to figure everything out alone • How “lateral mentors” provide valuable perspective and help us see situations differently • Why one simple question can turn something you have avoided for months into immediate actionIf there is something you have been putting off, consider inviting someone into the process. A friend, colleague, or peer might be the person who helps you see the next step more clearly.Take a moment this week and ask yourself one simple question. Who could help me look at this differently? Then take the next step.Why not today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Mar 12, 202614 min

S5 Ep 1The Courage to Say Yes and the Power of Being a Connector with Alicia Liddle

In this anniversary episode of the Why Not Today podcast, Leslie sits down with her sister Alicia Liddle to talk about courage, connection, and the power of taking action.Together they reflect on the idea of connectors, inspired by Malcolm Gladwell’s description of people who naturally build relationships across many different circles and bring others together in meaningful ways.Leslie and Alicia also share stories about their father, who modeled this gift throughout his life. He was known for introducing people, encouraging others, and helping individuals see possibilities they might not have recognized on their own. His curiosity about people and willingness to reach out created connections that impacted many lives.This conversation is a reminder that courage often begins with a simple decision to act. Saying yes to an opportunity, reaching out to someone new, or connecting two people who could benefit from knowing each other can create powerful ripple effects.Highlights• A conversation about courage and the decision to take action • How connectors bring people together and create opportunity • The legacy of connection and encouragement modeled by their fatherIf this conversation resonated with you, think about one person you could encourage, introduce, or reach out to today. Small acts of connection can make a lasting impact. Learn more about the Why Not Today community and upcoming opportunities at www.whynottodaymovement.com.Contact Alicia - [email protected] - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-liddleExplore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/courageouswomenentrepreneurs- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Mar 5, 202632 min

S4 Ep 53Why Courage Grows Faster in Community: You Were Never Meant to Do This Alone

In this heartfelt solo episode of the Why Not Today podcast, Leslie Kane reflects on what it means to begin the fifth year of the podcast and celebrate its fourth anniversary. After over 31 years in Mary Kay, building teams, mentoring women, and now leading the Why Not Today movement, one truth continues to stand out:Courage rarely grows in isolation.From the powerful example of her father’s deep involvement in the community to the lessons learned through weekly success meetings and accountability, Leslie shares how community protects belief, builds momentum, and creates true belonging.She opens up about the honest moments when quitting felt easier. The mornings when she wondered if anyone was listening. The temptation of a predictable paycheck. And the decision to keep showing up anyway.This episode moves beyond networking and business strategy. It explores how real community means accountability, structure, prayer, encouragement, and walking alongside one another in both joyful and heartbreaking seasons. Whether celebrating wins or supporting someone through cancer, grief, or family emergencies, community becomes the steady foundation that sustains courage.If you have been trying to do it all on your own, this conversation will remind you that you were never meant to build or carry life alone. Episode Highlights• Why community does more than offer strategy and actually protects your belief • The difference between community that feels like noise and community that creates momentum • Real stories of support through illness, grief, and life’s hardest seasonsCourage multiplies when we show up together.If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who may need it today. And if you are looking for deeper accountability or stronger connection in your life or business, send me a message. Let’s build together.Because courage is contagious.And as always, Why Not Today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comBook a free Inner Circle Curiosity Call at https://vipecal.com/leslie-9304Connect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Feb 26, 202614 min

S4 Ep 52Why Consistency Always Wins in Business and Life with Leslie

We love motivation. The spark. The breakthrough. The overnight success.But real growth is built through consistency.In this solo episode, Leslie shares what 31 years in business, 159 podcast episodes, and nearly 9000 downloads have taught her. Success does not come from talent or intensity. It comes from showing up again and again.Recorded the day before publishing instead of skipping, this episode models the exact message it teaches. You do not need perfect conditions. You need follow through.Leslie also shares insights from Atomic Habits by James Clear and Grit by Angela Duckworth, reinforcing that sustained effort builds long term success and even reshapes your identity.If you have been starting and stopping, waiting for motivation, or wondering why growth feels slow, this episode will encourage you to stay steady.Episode Highlights• You do not build a business on feelings. You build it on follow through. • 159 episodes and nearly 9000 downloads happened because of consistency. • Small repeated actions compound into massive long term growth. • Consistency builds identity. You become someone who follows through. • Trust builds relationships. Relationships build business.Your Action Step - Choose one small sustainable action you can commit to for the next 30 days. Not dramatic. Not overwhelming. Sustainable wins.Ready for Accountability?Consistency is easier in community. Book a free Inner Circle Curiosity Call at https://vipecal.com/leslie-9304Growth happens when you decideExplore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Feb 20, 202613 min

S4 Ep 51Loving Yourself Enough to Say No and Protect Your Energy with Leslie Kane

Valentine’s Day is about loving others. But what about loving yourself?In this solo episode, Leslie shares a powerful Why Not Today moment and the reminder that sometimes courage looks like saying no. If you have ever said yes out of guilt, fear of missing out, or obligation and felt drained afterward, this episode is for you.You will learn how to: • Protect your energy • Set aligned boundaries • Stop letting fear run your calendar • Fill your cup so your yes becomes generousThis week’s challenge: Choose one non negotiable. Protect one block of time. Say no once without over explaining.Why not today choose alignment over fear?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Feb 13, 20269 min

S4 Ep 50Courage, Support, and Reframing Goals Around People with Nichole Curtis

What if growth did not come from pushing harder but from allowing the right support?In this episode of Why Not Today?, Leslie is joined by Nichole Curtis for an honest conversation about courage, leadership, and the mindset shifts that make sustainable growth possible. Nichole shares her personal Why Not Today moments, from stepping into a commission only career before feeling ready to making the decision to join the Inner Circle when it was not in her original plan.Nichole opens up about the real benefits she experienced inside the Inner Circle, including having consistent support, accountability, and a safe space to talk through challenges without judgment. She explains how being surrounded by like minded women helped her shift out of a purely numbers driven mindset and instead focus on the people she was serving. That shift not only changed how she felt as a leader, but also helped her increase her production by 40 percent.The conversation also explores what it looks like to miss a big goal and keep going anyway. Nichole shares how the Inner Circle helped her process disappointment, stay confident as a leader, and model resilience for her team. Together, Leslie and Nichole remind listeners that growth takes time, support matters, and success is not about perfection but about staying in the game.In this episode, you will hear:• Why sharing your goals invites support instead of pressure• How the Inner Circle provided mindset shifts, confidence, and accountability• Why focusing on people instead of numbers can change how you lead and growAsk yourself where you have been trying to do everything alone and choose one way to let support in today instead of waiting for the perfect time.Contact Nicolewww.lendwithnichole.comncurtis@waterstonemortgage.comFacebook - www.facebook.com/nichole.curtis.10Instagram - www.instagram.com@nicholecurtislenderLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nichole-curtis/Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/courageouswomenentrepreneurs- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement

Feb 6, 202634 min

S4 Ep 49Networking, Mattering, Community, and Connection with Leslie Kane

What if networking was not about business cards or selling, but about making people feel seen?In this solo episode of the Why Not Today podcast, Leslie Kane shares the personal story that shaped her passion for community, connection, and courageous relationships. From her father’s role in founding the Reston Board of Commerce (now Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce) to the lessons he taught about responsibility, integrity, and legacy, Leslie reveals why real networking is not transactional, it is relational.She explores the concept of mattering and the difference between belonging and truly feeling valued. Through powerful stories, including the starfish metaphor and real-life moments of connection, Leslie shows how small, intentional relationships can create lasting impact in business and life.If networking has ever felt awkward, overwhelming, or unclear, this episode will shift your perspective and give you a new way to build authentic relationships, grow trust, and strengthen community.Key highlights from this episode include:• Why networking is really about connection, not contacts, and how authentic relationships build trust and opportunity • The difference between belonging and mattering and why feeling valued changes how people show up in life and business • The starfish story and how small acts of connection can create meaningful impactTo help you put these ideas into action, Leslie created a free worksheet called Networking Without Awkwardness. It is designed to help you shift from selling to connecting and build know, like, and trust in a natural, confident way.Download the worksheet here: https://vipelnk.com/1tlszq1As you listen, think about one person you could encourage, connect, or support this week. Real community is built one relationship at a time. You do not have to change the world. You just have to change someone’s world.Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Jan 30, 202617 min

S4 Ep 48Time Blocking: How Structure Creates Focus, Freedom, and Momentum

What if the reason you feel overwhelmed is not a lack of motivation but a lack of structure?In this solo episode of Why Not Today, Leslie Kane explores the science behind time blocking, focus, and boundaries. She shares real stories, brain based insights, and practical tools like the weekly plan sheet and the six most important things list to help you reclaim your time with clarity and courage.You will discover why tasks expand to fill available time, how decision fatigue drains your energy, and why structure actually creates more freedom rather than less. Whether you are running a business, managing a side hustle, or balancing life responsibilities, this episode will help you move from chaos to calm and from busy to intentional.You do not need more time. You need clearer intention with the time you already have.Key Highlights• Why productivity is not about willpower but about reducing decisions • The difference between scattered time and focused time and why it matters • How weekly planning and daily priorities create momentum and reduce guiltDownload the weekly plan sheet and the six most important things list mentioned in this episode and start creating intentional focus in your week. Click here for your Planning Tools - https://vipelnk.com/9uv8llg.Share this episode with someone who feels busy but stuck and invite them to ask the question, Why not today?Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.comConnect with Leslie at [email protected] Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/courageouswomenentrepreneurs- Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement- LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222- YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Jan 23, 202614 min
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