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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 24 MIN

The Power of Non-Negotiables in Relationships and Business

from Woman of Influence · host Julie Solomon

In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful realization that surfaced for me in my 40s: your standards shape everything in your life. From your business to your relationships, the energy you tolerate will always reflect what you believe you’re available for. I open up about the deeper shifts I’ve been experiencing over the last year—especially around what I’m no longer willing to carry, entertain, or overextend myself for—and how raising your standards often requires radical honesty with yourself first. I also dive into what happens when you begin choosing alignment over obligation and stop holding onto dynamics that no longer support the woman you’re becoming. This conversation is about self-respect, identity, boundaries, and the courage it takes to let things either rise to meet you or fall away completely. If you’ve been feeling the tension between who you’ve been and who you’re evolving into, this episode will help you trust the changes you know you need to make. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!    KEY POINTS:  00:00 Outgrowing Old Dynamics 04:33 Doing the Inner Work 07:07 Growth Collective Offer 08:50 Raise Your Standard 11:52 Energetic Trash Analogy 13:45 Compatibility and Discernment 15:35 Shedding Across Life 18:17 New Non Negotiables 19:07 Four Relationship Standards   QUOTABLES: “ This small still voice that I started hearing a couple of years ago, and I think it had always been there. It just started to kind of get louder and the voice was telling me that I was going to start outgrowing a lot of things that no longer served me. A lot of things that had gotten me here, but they weren't going to get me where I was going.” - Julie Solomon  “ I am a work in progress friends. I am not perfect. I am learning and growing and expanding as I go, but I believe that the more accountability that we have to take stock of what no longer serves us and really have people that see that in us and honor those non-negotiables, the more that we can do it for others.” - Julie Solomon    RESOURCES: [UNSCRIPTED: THE MASTERMIND] This 12-month, application-only mastermind is designed for high-caliber entrepreneurs ready to refine their positioning, amplify visibility, and scale strategically. If selected, you’ll receive 2 1:1 calls with me, monthly mastermind sessions, two retreats, and a guest feature on Woman of Influence. Apply now and, if it’s aligned, we will personally reach out with next steps.    💡The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1.   [APPLY FOR THE REVENUE ACCELERATOR] Book a strategy call to explore whether The Revenue Accelerator is the right next step for your business and leadership. Apply and schedule your call today.   [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence.   Follow Julie on Instagram!   MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [BOOST SALES WITH EASE]This platform’s features help you optimize checkout, increase conversions, and make it easier for customers to complete their purchases. Learn more here.

In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful realization that surfaced for me in my 40s: your standards shape everything in your life. From your business to your relationships, the energy you tolerate will always reflect what you believe you’re available for. I open up about the deeper shifts I’ve been experiencing over the last year—especially around what I’m no longer willing to carry, entertain, or overextend myself for—and how raising your standards often requires radical honesty with yourself first. I also dive into what happens when you begin choosing alignment over obligation and stop holding onto dynamics that no longer support the woman you’re becoming. This conversation is about self-respect, identity, boundaries, and the courage it takes to let things either rise to meet you or fall away completely. If you’ve been feeling the tension between who you’ve been and who you’re evolving into, this episode will help you trust the changes you know you need to make. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!    KEY POINTS:  00:00 Outgrowing Old Dynamics 04:33 Doing the Inner Work 07:07 Growth Collective Offer 08:50 Raise Your Standard 11:52 Energetic Trash Analogy 13:45 Compatibility and Discernment 15:35 Shedding Across Life 18:17 New Non Negotiables 19:07 Four Relationship Standards   QUOTABLES: “ This small still voice that I started hearing a couple of years ago, and I think it had always been there. It just started to kind of get louder and the voice was telling me that I was going to start outgrowing a lot of things that no longer served me. A lot of things that had gotten me here, but they weren't going to get me where I was going.” - Julie Solomon  “ I am a work in progress friends. I am not perfect. I am learning and growing and expanding as I go, but I believe that the more accountability that we have to take stock of what no longer serves us and really have people that see that in us and honor those non-negotiables, the more that we can do it for others.” - Julie Solomon    RESOURCES: [UNSCRIPTED: THE MASTERMIND] This 12-month, application-only mastermind is designed for high-caliber entrepreneurs ready to refine their positioning, amplify visibility, and scale strategically. If selected, you’ll receive 2 1:1 calls with me, monthly mastermind sessions, two retreats, and a guest feature on Woman of Influence. Apply now and, if it’s aligned, we will personally reach out with next steps.    💡The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1.   [APPLY FOR THE REVENUE ACCELERATOR] Book a strategy call to explore whether The Revenue Accelerator is the right next step for your business and leadership. Apply and schedule your call today.   [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence.   Follow Julie on Instagram!   MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [BOOST SALES WITH EASE]This platform’s features help you optimize checkout, increase conversions, and make it easier for customers to complete their purchases. Learn more here.

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