I help sales professionals and business owners create sales meetings in minutes by starting with the one thing that drives every result: mindset. As a Mindset Coach, Business and Sales Consultant, and Owner of Lisa Thal Consulting, I partner with leaders and teams who want consistent growth, not one-time wins. I blend real-world sales strategy with practical mindset tools so sellers stay focused, confident and disciplined, even when business is noisy, competitive or uncertain. I am the Author of…
During my early-morning runs, I have been passing children waiting for the school bus, wearing new backpacks and fresh clothes, with parents making sure they have everything they need. It took me back to the days when I was the one standing at the bus stop. I started thinking about the advice I would give that younger version of myself. I would tell her that the most important decision was not…
One exit on the drive to a golf tournament took me back 39 years to the beginning of my sales career at WSWO and WKFI radio stations in Wilmington, Ohio. At 21 years old, I walked into Bright Appliances ready to present my first radio commercial. Instead, the cassette player ate my tape, the owner blamed me for breaking it, and I left the store in tears wondering whether sales was the right…
The Moment You Can't Afford to Miss. How a NATALIE moment could change your life, business, or future Not every hour carries the same importance. In his book What to Make of a Life, Jim Collins introduces the idea of a NATALIE moment: Not All Time in Life Is Equal. Some moments may look ordinary at first but carry the potential to change everything that follows. It could be an unexpected business…
Practice Makes Permanent We were all taught the phrase, “Practice makes perfect.” The intention was good. Keep working. Keep improving. Keep showing up. But chasing perfection can create anxiety, pressure, and hesitation. It can keep us from making the call, having the conversation, giving the presentation, or trying something new. In this episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares a…
In this Fourth of July-inspired episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares a mindset message around personal independence, action, and creating momentum. The episode theme is Red, White and You, and the three-word topic is Light Your Fuse. As we celebrate freedom, fireworks, family, and the Fourth of July, this episode invites listeners to look inward and ask: What do I need to free…
Episode 298: Sales is a numbers game, but it is also an effectiveness game. The way you approach someone new can determine whether they lean in, listen, or shut the conversation down. Three Words: Your Approach Matters Episode Summary: In this episode, Lisa shares a real-life moment with a young pest control salesperson who was cold-knocking in her mom’s neighborhood. His effort, courage, and…
Reset Your Rhythm June gives us a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset before entering the back half of the year. For sales professionals, leaders, parents, and busy achievers, it is easy to feel like the year is moving faster than we are. This episode is a reminder that you are not behind, and you do not have to start over. You simply need to reset your rhythm. In this episode, Lisa…
Graduation season reminds us that learning does not end when we receive a diploma. In many ways, life becomes our greatest classroom. In this episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares three words to help us stay open, curious, and committed to growth at every age: Keep Learning Forward Whether you are graduating, starting over, leading a team, building a career, or navigating a tough…
WIN — What’s Important Now In this episode of the Three Word Podcast, Lisa Thal shares a powerful mindset shift around the word WIN — What’s Important Now. Winning is not always about the scoreboard, the title, the promotion, or the big milestone. Sometimes winning is having the courage to pause and ask, What matters most in this season of my life? Lisa reflects on a LinkedIn post she shared one…
In this episode, Lisa reflects on The Masters and Rory’s win as a reminder that success in golf — and in life — is rarely about perfection. It is about mindset, adjustment, resilience, and staying in the game when adversity shows up. This episode is for anyone navigating setbacks, frustration, or seasons where progress feels slower than expected. The message is simple: trust the process, make the…
Episode 293, Meet The Moment! Two years ago, my wife Liv faced one of the hardest journeys of her life — months of chemotherapy and radiation followed by a major 8-hour esophagectomy surgery as part of her fight against cancer. Today, Liv is two years cancer-free. In this episode, I reflect on her courage, her resilience, and what her journey has taught me about facing life’s hardest moments.…