#390 Erin Diehl: From Talk Show Dreams to a Business Built on Bombing — Part Two
Chief Change Officer™: EnsembleShow Notes
Part Two. The queen of corporate improv is back—and this time, we’re going deeper into the messy, magnificent art of failing forward. In this episode, Erin Diehl shares her Worst Terrifying Failure (aka WTF moment): how the pandemic brought her business to a standstill, her body to a breakdown, and her mindset to a crossroads. But instead of spiraling, she built a comeback rooted in self-healing, radical joy, and a step-by-step method called MOVE ON. From chronic pain to corporate reinvention, this episode is a masterclass in resilience—with punchlines. Spoiler: the joke’s not on you. It’s for you. Key Highlights of Our Interview: WTF = Worst Terrifying Failure “2020 was my crash course in failure.” Erin unpacks the three Ps—pivoting, people-pleasing, and pain—and how they nearly broke her until she rebuilt with purpose, priorities, and peace. Marinate: Sit With It, Not In It “Failure isn’t a bruise—it’s a process.” Erin’s MOVE ON method starts with pausing and processing, not pushing through. Own It: Forgive and Face the Thought Worms “80% of our thoughts are negative—and we repeat 95% of them.” Learn how Erin rewired her mental patterns with self-compassion and honesty. Verify the Lessons & Evaluate the Plan “Every faceplant teaches you something—if you’re paying attention.” Erin explains how reflection plus action equals transformation. Observe and Next Failure: Keep Going “The N stands for the Next Failure—because there will be one.” Erin’s method is built for real life, where the next curveball is always around the corner. Joy as a Strategy, Not a Side Effect “My goal every day is to feel good—because if I don’t, I can’t help anyone else.” Erin closes with a message on generosity, energy, and the contagious power of a smile. ________________________ Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erin Diehl
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