Scaling Life

In today’s candid episode of Scaling Life, I’m sharing about how my identity has shifted over the years. As an entrepreneur and human, I’m not the same person I was 5 or 10 years ago. I chat with my Petter-Erik about taking up golf later in life, pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones, and our changing priorities as the kids grow up. Tune in to hear us reflect openly on who we’ve become compared to who we thought we were. Episode Highlights: - Why we decided to start playing golf in our 40s and how it challenges us. - Comparing golf practice to important lessons in persistence and self-competition. - Exploring how we’ve evolved to be more confident and willing to try new things. - The difficult identity shift as my kids grow up and leave home. Want to reflect on your own identity shifts? Tune in to Episode 13 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen: https://awesm.com/scalinglife Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrygge/ https://www.instagram.com/pettererik/

I had an enlightening discussion with my friend and Scaling Life Podcast producer, Kurtis Goodwolf in this week's episode where we explored the elusive concept of authenticity. What does it really mean to be true to yourself? How can we break free from society's rules and judgments to embrace our most authentic voice? Kurtis shared profound insights from his journey as a musician busking on the streets of Dublin, to working on some of the worlds biggest podcasts like Ben Greenfield Fitness, Mindvalley and Well Beyond 40, and about the work it takes to strip away our habitual patterns and dig deeper. Key takeaways: - Why we craft personas to conform to expectations and how to rediscover our inner truth - His brilliant tactic for helping people hear their real voice - Why podcasting is the perfect tool for growing yourself, your brand and your business - That the bravest act is taking the stage, not how perfectly you perform - How the spark of an idea you initially doubt is usually your most authentic self "You gotta go old school. You gotta turn off your social media. You gotta turn off your phone. You gotta turn off your devices. You gotta put that time aside on a daily basis and really think about ‘’Who are you?" - Kurtis Goodwolf Want to reflect more on bringing out your truest self, in business and life? Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion. You can connect with Kurtis on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtisgoodwolf/ Follow me on Instagram @mrygge and subscribe to never miss an episode!

In this week's episode of Scaling Life, I'm sharing my thoughts on killing the "Law of Jante" - societal rules that keep people small - once and for all. Episode Highlights: - The 10 limiting rules of the Scandinavian "Law of Jante" and how they made me feel - Why comparing ourselves to others and trying to fit in does us no good - The problems with thinking in "us vs them" and trying to be part of the "in crowd" - Icelanders hadn't even heard of the Law of Jante - they are more adventurous and self-confident - My belief that every human has way more potential than they are actually living up to - The importance of letting our own inner light shine without fear of judgment - Tips for breaking through self-limiting beliefs and assumptions - Quotes from thought leaders like Marianne Williamson on embracing our uniqueness "When you let your own light shine, you unconsciously give other people permission to do the same." - Marianne Williamson This was a personally transformative episode for me. I hope it inspires you to let your freak flag fly and kill any rules holding you back from your potential. Watch the Video on YouTube Listen on Apple & Spotify Discuss on AweSM Facebook Community Follow Maria and Petter Erik on Instagram Connect with Maria and Petter Erik on LinkedIn

Hiring the right people can be one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face. In this episode, I share my lessons learned on how to build a dream team of A-players for your business. - The common hiring mistakes entrepreneurs make and why you should hire slowly and fire quickly - Why skills can be taught but mindset and values matter most when hiring team members - Tips for finding A-players including trusting your gut instinct during the interview process - How having the right team in place gives you freedom and takes away stress as an entrepreneur If you want to build a team that takes your business to the next level, you don't want to miss this episode. Listen now. Visit www.awesome.com/scalinglife to subscribe to the show.

In this episode of Scaling Life, we discuss the mental challenges and personal growth that comes with adventure sports like off-piste and backcountry skiing. - We talk about getting into a flow state through intense physical exertion, and how it forces you to be present and get out of your own head. - Maria shares how pushing her physical limits on the ski slopes also pushes her mentally, forcing her to overcome self-doubt and negative self-talk. - Petter Erik describes climbing mountains for 6+ hours just to ski down in 15 minutes, and how the challenge helps him push past mental barriers. - We discuss how putting yourself in physically challenging situations exposes your inner critic and presents opportunities to practice overcoming it. - We compare the cultural differences of skiing in orderly, quiet Japan versus chaotic Vietnam. "When I'm skiing, I just stop thinking and just live in the moment." - Petter Erik "It's a good practice of just being present with what you do, because usually you can't think of many other things at the same time." - Maria Listen to the full episode here to hear more! Follow us on Instagram @mrygge @pettererik

In this week’s episode of Scaling Life, I chat with Sandra Lyng, an accomplished artist and entrepreneur with an inspirational story. We dig into her journey, from starting her first little business as a child to now running a thriving online empire and helping others find success and happiness. Key highlights: - How Sandra tapped into her natural entrepreneurial spirit from a very young age, seeing opportunities to make money that other kids didn’t. - The moment Sandra first experienced jealousy from classmates for putting herself out there. - Why Sandra felt like a “black sheep” compared to her more traditional family. - How Sandra rebuilt her self-esteem and life after hitting rock bottom while struggling with postpartum depression. - The daily habits and practices that Sandra uses to keep her mindset strong. - Behind the scenes look at the hard work required to build and maintain a large social media following. “What defines my whole life is the little choice. I'm not a victim. I'm a fighter. I keep going no matter what, I will never quit, I will never give up and I will refuse to feel sorry for myself.” Connect with Sandra on Instagram @sandralyng Want to hear more? Tune into Episode 8 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and watch the video on YouTube. And be sure to follow us on Instagram @mrygge @pettererik

In this episode I’m talking about how AI and automation tools can help entrepreneurs scale their business and achieve more freedom. Here are some highlights from this episode: AI is opening up opportunities if we use it with the right intention - to enjoy life more and help others. But we need to stay in the driver's seat. Tools like Reclaim are helping me organize my calendar and priorities in a whole new way. AI + humans are powerful! Using AI for content creation helped me finally create a webinar I’d been stuck on for months. Scared of losing your expertise to AI? Focus instead on how you can use it to enhance what you do best. AI expands how we think - being around “smarter” tools makes us humans smarter too. If you ignore or resist AI, you could get left behind like Kodak. Jump in now while it’s early! “AI is really helping us to speed up our dreams and what we really want to do with life.” Want more insights on how AI can transform your business and life? Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to never miss an episode: www.scalinglife.com Follow us on Instagram: @mariarygge @pettererik

In this week’s episode of Scaling Life, I get real about my lifelong struggle with comparing myself to others - and why it only leads to feeling inadequate and like a failure. Episode Highlights I explain how comparing myself to the best traits of different friends left me constantly feeling "not good enough" I discuss how comparison between two people is mathematically invalid - we're too multi-dimensional I share how people's natural strengths may not be your strengths and vice versa I advise focusing on developing your innate talents rather than weaknesses I urge listeners to get clear on their own priorities over external markers of success Quotes from Me "You're comparing yourself to the sum of others - not any one person. Because Anne didn't have Sophie's exercise habit and Sophie didn't have Peter's career." "We compare our messy insides to others' shiny externals - no wonder we feel inadequate!" Do you compare yourself and feel like you fall short? Learn why comparison is futile - tune into this week's episode on Apple, Spotify or your favorite podcast app! Subscribe to never miss an episode: www.scalinglife.com

On this week's episode of Scaling Life, I open up about what my commitment to personal development really means - and what it doesn't. Episode Highlights: I've called myself a personal development "junkie" for years, but that doesn't mean I'm on a quest for unattainable perfection. My journey is about continuously learning, growing, and trying to understand myself better - not following rigid rules. Some days it would be easier to avoid reflection and just blame others, but personal development is a commitment to asking myself hard questions. It's being curious about my own thoughts, reactions, and limiting beliefs that were programmed in me as a child. I used to think taking care of myself was selfish, but self-love actually makes me a better person. Personal development is about embracing myself fully, taking responsibility for my own happiness, and living a meaningful life. Quotes from Me: "The more I dive into personal development, the more I understand all the small things that happened when I was young and how they actually affect me now." "I realized I have all these things where I wasn't even allowing myself to try and change the category." "The commitment to personal development is when I wake up feeling crappy, I ask myself what is this? What do I need?" Listen to the full episode for more insights on why I'm committed to continuous growth, while also being patient and generous with myself. The Podcast Community Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/awesmcommunity Maria’s Instagram URL : https://www.instagram.com/mrygge/ Petter Erik’s Instagram URL : https://www.instagram.com/pettererik/ Maria’s LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariarygge/ Petter Erik’s LinkedIn URL : https://www.linkedin.com/in/pettererik/

In this personal episode of Scaling Life, I sit down with my son Sigurd to discuss our family's experience moving from Norway to Vietnam when he was 11 years old. - Sigurd shares memories of the transition and culture shock moving from predictable Norway to constantly changing Vietnam - We talk about the fluid international school communities where friends come and go as families move - Sigurd explains how the international environment pushed him to figure out his identity separate from expectations in Norway - He discusses the challenges of applying for university as an unconventional international school student - We reflect on how the move, while difficult, gave Sigurd more autonomy and choice compared to if he had stayed in Norway "You can't say that you don't like a type of life, an international type of life, living outside your country, without trying to live outside your country." Listen to the full conversation on to hear more of Sigurd's insights on adapting to change as a child growing up abroad. Subscribe to never miss an episode and join the AweSm Facebook Community here : https://www.facebook.com/groups/awesmcommunity Connect with me on Instagram @mariarygge and @pettererik

On this week's episode of Scaling Life, I'm talking about how to 10x your life in order to 10x your business. Here are some highlights: - Overthinking will stop you from achieving your biggest goals. Take small steps forward instead of over-analyzing. - Surround yourself with people who are where you want to be - their mindset will rub off on you. - Go outside your comfort zone. Growth happens at the edge of your comfort zone. - Seek transformative experiences. Travel somewhere new, take on a big challenge. It will change your perspective. - Take action on your dreams without overthinking logistics. Commit first, figure the rest out later. - Make your health and fitness a priority. When you feel good, you'll perform better in all areas. "You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with." Listen now to get strategies to push yourself to the next level both personally and professionally! Join The AweSM Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/awesmcommunity

On this week’s episode of Scaling Life, I share the story of how Petter Erik and I made the huge decision to uproot our family and move from Norway to Vietnam. - I discuss the conflicting emotions I felt taking my kids away from everything familiar and stepping into the unknown. Although the move felt scary and insane, deep down my intuition was pushing me to take the leap. - I talk about the importance of trusting your intuition when making big life choices, even if the decision seems illogical. Relying too much on over analysis can take you down the wrong path. - I explain my thought process in weighing the risks and potential regrets of staying vs. going. I realized I’d regret it more if I didn’t at least try. - I share how it’s crucial not to get stuck overthinking how to make the “perfect” choice. Every option will have positives and negatives. At some point you just have to jump. - I give my perspective on how challenges are meant to help us grow and evolve. When life throws you curves, embrace them and learn. “When faced with this big decision, I asked myself what would happen if I didn’t go. And I got a brutal answer from my soul, which was ‘If you don't go, you will die.’” Dive deeper into this pivotal moment in my entrepreneurial and personal journey - listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the FULL VIDEO on Youtube : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCLckVBO9hHtTjMrULltxEpm_EQlcrwjd&feature=shared Follow my journey on Instagram @mrygge and join the discussion in out Facebook Group for more inspiration on scaling your life alongside your business. https://www.facebook.com/groups/awesmcommunity

In this episode of Scaling Life, we share our story of escaping Norway to start a business in Vietnam and live a location independent lifestyle. We discuss entrepreneurship, scaling online businesses, overcoming limiting beliefs, balancing work and life, and designing your ideal lifestyle. Tune in for an inspiring dose of adventurous entrepreneurship. Keypoints: - Leaving routines in Norway for more freedom and adventure in Vietnam - Growing businesses too fast and lessons learned - Transitioning from physical to online business model - Overcoming fear and limiting beliefs around business and sales - Importance of mindset in entrepreneurship and business - Designing a lifestyle as an entrepreneur with freedom and flexibility - Sharing stories to inspire others to live life on their own term To learn more head over to www.awesm.com/scalinglife Join the AweSm community here https://www.facebook.com/groups/151542746585915 Follow Maria https://www.instagram.com/mrygge/ Follow Petter Erik https://www.instagram.com/pettererik/

Welcome to Scaling Life, where we help you transition from surviving to thriving in your business and personal life. Join us, your hosts Maria Rygge and Petter Erik Nyvoll, as we explore the realities of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Discover hacks, tools, and strategies to scale your business and create a location-independent lifestyle. Each week, we'll be sharing our wins and lessons, interview experts and clients who have achieved success, and provide insights to help you elevate your sales, marketing, and leadership skills. Subscribe now and start scaling up in your business and life. Tune in for gritty discussions every Thursday. Subscribe to Scaling Life today!