194. Embracing Change and Building a Life You Love with Toni Will

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Toni Will, a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and coach, to explore her inspiring journey of resilience, transformation, and self-discovery. As the General Manager of a professional hockey team, Toni has shattered barriers in a male-dominated industry, all while navigating significant personal challenges, including two divorces and a journey to live an alcohol-free life. Toni shares how these experiences shaped her identity, strengthened her resolve, and led her to embrace a life of authenticity and purpose.

Toni dives deep into the pivotal moments that defined her path, from the courage it took to leave her first marriage to the emotional work of confronting societal expectations and personal shame. She also discusses the pandemic’s role in her self-transformation, which spurred the creation of her businesses, Mindfulness Elevated and Toni Will Coaching. Through these ventures, she empowers others to navigate life changes, overcome obstacles, and design lives they truly love.

This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the power of choice and the importance of aligning with your true self. Toni’s story will inspire you to reflect on your own life, embrace change with courage, and move past the fear of judgment to build a life filled with purpose and joy. Whether you're at a crossroads or looking for motivation to take the next step in your journey, this conversation is packed with wisdom and actionable insights to help you thrive.

 

About Linda:

Toni Will has 25 years of work experience in leadership, starting in banking and now serving as the General Manager and Governor for the Kalamazoo Wings, a men's AA professional hockey team (ECHL) in Kalamazoo, Michigan, for the past 10 years and counting.  Toni is the first female GM to serve on the Board of Governors in the ECHL.  The Kalamazoo Wings have won several awards over the past decade for sales and revenue growth and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. 

In addition to her career in professional hockey, Toni launched her lifestyle coaching business, Mindfulness Elevated, in 2021. She helps others find freedom from substances and reach fitness and nutrition goals. In 2023, Toni expanded her business to include professional development coaching with Toni Will Coaching. She is passionate about helping emerging leaders and entrepreneurs break through their own glass ceilings.    In 2024, she launched Women In..., a podcast that celebrates women in all walks of life and the people in their lives who are lifting them up and shaping them into the person they are today.

Toni resides in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with her husband, Josh, and their three young adult children - Grace, Landon, and Chloe.

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