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Hey, it's Arlesha
Have you been busy working hard to cement your footing in your industry that you’ve de-prioritized the achievement of other personal life desires? Or need extra motivation on balancing the pursuit of your ambitions?
I’m Arlesha Amazan, a purpose-driven mover-and-shaker proudly harmonizing life and ambition. Join me weekly on the Hey, its Arlesha podcast for gems, insights and frameworks that will elevate the playbook of your life. The contents of each episode is inspired by my very own “life hustle” and career in the sports industry where I attempted to find my “balance” life while supporting some of the world’s greatest Champion athletes (you may know them as the G.O.A.T.S) and personalities. This is a podcast that will help you prioritize your life, move purposefully and accomplish those career goals all at the same time.
Season 3 is all about stepping into a new era of Harmonized Ambition: where life and drive don’t compete, they co-exist.
In this season, I’m sharing reflections, lessons, and behind-the-scenes insights from my journey of entrepreneurship and redefining what it means to succeed with intention. Through candid stories, practical takeaways, and thoughtful conversations, we’ll explore how to pursue growth without burnout, create success that feels aligned, and live like a Champion: on your own terms!
Whether you’re evolving in your career, launching something new, or simply reimagining your next chapter, this season is your invitation to find harmony in the hustle and purpose in your pursuit.
Episodes
32 episodes
S3: E8 Stop Calling It a "Dream" | Why I’m Replacing “Dreams” with Ambition
**GET GEMS FOR YOUR CAREER & LIFE IN 15 MINUTES OR LESS** *New episodes drop Bi-Weekly*:In this episode of Hey, It’s Arlesha, Arlesha explores why she’s removing the word "dream" from her vocabulary when it comes to...
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S3:E7 The Pivot Obsession: Are You Pivoting or Avoiding?
In this episode of Hey, It’s Arlesha, we’re unpacking the obsession with pivoting and why constantly chasing what’s next might be holding you back from real growth.In a world that glamorizes constant career changes, rebrands, and “new ch...
S3: E6 Making Room for New Ambitions
Subscribe for more insights & gems on @heyitsarlesha Substack: HERE—What if the reason your next ...
S3: E5 Prioritizing Your Pursuits
In this episode, Arlesha breaks down how to prioritize your pursuits when you’re juggling multiple goals, interests, and responsibilities at the same time. She dives into the difference between what feels urgent and what actually moves the need...
S3: E4 Your Life is the Event. You're the Planner.
Inspired by her recent Substack essay, Arlesha explores how approaching life like an event planner can transform your sense of peace and productivity. She breaks down the difference between capacity (your venue) and bandwidth (how you use the s...
S3:E3 The Power of Rewarding Yourself: Why Celebrating Your Wins Matters
When was the last time you rewarded yourself, not for a milestone the world could see, but for something only you know took effort?In this episode, Arlesha breaks down why rewarding yourself isn’t indulgent: it’s intentional. It reinforc...
S3:E2- The Difference Between Bandwidth and Capacity
In this episode, Arlesha breaks down what it really means to create capacity and manage your bandwidth without pressure or perfection. Drawing from her own experience launching Season 3 of "Hey, it’s Arlesha" podcast, she shares why she decided...
S3:E1- Living Like A Champion & The Era of Harmonized Ambition
Welcome to Season 3 of Hey, It’s Arlesha! In this season premiere, Arlesha returns with a powerful update on building her consultancy, Champion Strategies(.co), and the lessons learned from working alongside top NBA players and high perfo...
Bonus 2.2: Once An Entrepreneur, Always An Entrepreneur!
Arlesha's back with another Bonus treat! In this episode, she speaks on her viewpoint of "Once An Entrepreneur, Always An Entrepreneur"...enough said. Tune-in to hear more. Whether you're a "moving and shaking" self-employed entrepreneur or wor...
Bonus 2.1: Redefining a "Champion" in my 2.0 Era!
It's a S2 Bonus! Arlesha is back for her first episode of 2025 with an exciting update for her pod listeners and it's about her next move...her 2.0. In this episode, Arlesha defines the start of this 2.0 era while also redefining the very thing...
S2: E10 Season Wrap-Up//Closing Chapters & What's Next
It's a wrap on Season 2! It's been a fun look-back with Arlesha on nearly 15 years of gems in the sports industry. This episode is short & sweet, yet gives listeners insight on what to expect in the upcoming season. If you've enjoyed S2, yo...
S2:E9 How To Record Your Milestones & Achievements
This episode is all about recording your milestones and achievements in your life & career. Arlesha shares her tips on how she recorded her milestones throughout the years--a must for those who are excelling in high-demand, "on-the-go" jobs...
S2:E8 The Steph Curry Approach & Industry Talk (Q&A Session)
This episode is for those who are interested in the behind the scenes of working within a dynamic industry such as sports & entertainment. In this Q&A episode, Arlesha answers listeners' question on modern industry and marketing approac...
S2:E7 Knowing When To Move On From An Organization (Q&A Session)
In this Q&A episode, Arlesha answers listeners' question on her career--from insights on her various unicorn roles to when to identify the right time to move on from an organization. There's also an unpopular opinion included in this episod...
S2: E6 Attract High-Impact Opportunities (*without making a move*)
It's storytime! In episode 6, Arlesha shares how she pursued & attracted high-impact opportunities within the sports industry---and here's the kicker--without making a move! It's a rarity within most industries, but there's an unconventiona...
S2: E5 "No 'I' in TEAM, but there's a 'M-E'"
Arlesha likes to say "There's no 'I' in TEAM, but there's a 'M-E'. " In episode five, she shares insight on what it looks like to maintain one's personal identity and work approach while collaborating & harmonizing within a team setting or ...
S2: E4 Identifying Career Foreshadows
In this episode, Arlesha shares the concept of "Career Foreshadows"--those moments and opportunities that seem insignificant or random but ultimately serve as clues & dot-connects for your career journey. She shares never-before-shared expe...
S2:E3 No Pivots, No Growth
"If you're not pivoting, you're not growing." In this episode, Arlesha talks about making pivots for maximized growth in one's career and shares insights on the various pivots made within her run in the wide-ranging sports business industry. Bu...
S2: E2 Making It Your Own
In this episode, Arlesha talks on drawing inspiration from Dwyane Wade in creating her own path in life. She shares insights on what it looks like to “Make Your Own Way” along with examples that might just inspire you to rethink how you approac...
S2:E1 Championship Career Excellence// Video Reveal!
With just one look at her resume, the best way to describe Arlesha's journey & industry impact is CHAMPIONSHIP CAREER EXCELLENCE. But what does "championship career excellence" mean exactly? Arlesha breaks it down in this season premiere-in...
Season 2 Trailer: The Career Gems Between The Pages!
Hey there! It's time for Season 2 of the Hey, it's Arlesha podcast and it's going to be special. For S2, Arlesha is taking listeners through the “The Gems Between the Pages” of her career scrapbook--commemorating her time working with som...
S1: E11 Season Wrap-Up// What's Next After Sabbatical?
It's a WRAP! Season 1 has been an enjoyable ride and so has sabbatical life. So, what's next?? Listen in to hear more.If you thought the S1 topic was informative, actionable and gem-packed--just wait for Season 2!! Be sure to subscribe ...
S1: E10 The "Hottest" Gems!; Seasonal Enjoyment//Career Q&A
It's episode 10! To celebrate, Arlesha's blessed this extended-edition episode with the HOTTEST Gems of the season (I mean, they're all pretty darn good--but she promises these gems and takeaways will blow your mind.) One of the gems is inspire...
S1:E9 "Pacing Grace" in Life and Career
Sabbaticals are often romanticized and can seemingly look like it's all "rainbows and butterflies". But in episode nine, Arlesha shares another side of the experience and what can occur when you create the capacity to deal with life-matters and...
S1:E8 An "Eat Pray Love" Escapade (Pt.3)
In this Part Three episode of Arlesha's three-part "Eat, Pray, Love" sabbatical series, she unveils her PRAY trip and takes listeners through an ecological wonderland in the heart of Central America. There's a MAJOR gem in this one, so ge...