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POWERHOUSE GLOBAL MAGAZINE (PGMAG)
from The Edge
INTERVIEW WITH: LINDSEY VERTNER (LV)
Lindsey is the Founder of Lindsey Vertner, LLC. She is also the Co-Founder of The Unleashed Women - a non-profit organisation that uplifts women of all background. She is also a speaker, bestselling author and a survivor of a 'Fatal' car accident which almost claimed her life.
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PGMAG: Lindsey, it's such a privilege to have you on today's interview.
LV: Thank you! I’m excited and honored to chat with Powerhouse Global! You are doing amazing things to impact the world!
PGMAG: You are a living miracle considering how you managed to stay alive, and now using your experience to help others. Please briefly share your story with us.
LV: In May 2007, I was pronounced brain dead on the scene of a “fatal” car wreck. The car I was driving flipped multiple times before landing upside down. I was flown by helicopter to a trauma hospital & was again pronounced brain dead upon arrival. However, God had other plans for my life because emergency surgeries were performed on me despite my brain dead status. After the surgeries, I was placed on life support. So, one day I’m minding my business - driving home and the next, I “wake up” to find out
In May 2007, I was pronounced brain dead on the scene of a “fatal” car wreck. The car I was driving flipped multiple times before landing upside down. I was flown by helicopter to a trauma hospital & was again pronounced brain dead upon arrival. However, God had other plans for my life because emergency surgeries were performed on me despite my brain dead status.
that not only had I been brain dead (amongst many injuries)… but I was also paralyzed. It was surreal!
PGMAG: What were some of the steps you took to turn your pain into purpose?
LV: There were many things I had to do to shift my mindset and find my purpose, but I’ll share three key factors. I first had to be grateful for what was because despite it being a traumatic experience…it still could’ve been worse. I thanked God that I was still alive and was grateful for my medical team and strong support system. Next, I had to be intentional about what I wanted for my life. I had the choice to be a victim to my circumstance OR to be a victor over my obstacles. When you’re stuck in victim mode, you give up your power for change. I knew the type of life I wanted to live, and I wanted to walk again. So, I set my intentions to do whatever it took to be able to walk. Lastly, it was important that I put action behind my intentions. I didn’t just start walking. I had to go to therapy all day long for seven days a week for many weeks. Physical therapy was often excruciatingly painful, and shock therapy was no fun either! However, I had to think about my intention (goal) to walk again and that pushed me to keep showing up with my actions despite how difficult the journey was.
PGMAG: Please tell us a little bit about your organisations (
Lindsey Vertner, LLC and The Unleashed Women).
LV: As an award-winning, peak potential strategist and transformational speaker, I teach millennial moms and startup entrepreneurs how to master their mindset and balance their lives through self-care, self-worth, and self
discipline. It’s my purpose and mission to teach ambitious leaders around the world how to live a First Class Life ™ (that’s an intentional life full of purpose, fulfillment, and happiness). I’m also the co-founder of The Unleashed Woman, a nonprofit that organizes women’s empowerment and networking
events around the United States (international events are a part of our goals). Every fall, we end the year with our annual women’s empowerment conference that attracts women from all over. The conference empowers women to make priceless connections and changes for positive lifechanging results.
PGMAG: What are the top three books that changed your life?
LV: This is such a hard question because I always have a book with me. I’m the reader that highlights and scribbles notes all throughout the pages. I just started reading The Greatness Within To Win by Les Brown. I also love the book How To Hear From God by Joyce Meyer. Finally, a life changing
book not only for me but for many of my clients around the world is my book, First Class Life™: 10 Key Factors To Create A Life Full of Purpose, Fulfillment, & Happiness! I literally share all of the key factors to overcoming your obstacles, achieving your goals to elevate to the next level, and living the life you’ve always dreamed of. I even created a matching adult coloring book. Both can be purchased at www.FirstClassLifeBook.com. PGMAG: How do you create work/life balance?
LV: I set boundaries, and I stick to them! Everyone in your life needs boundaries. I can’t do everything for everybody. I make sure that I have time for my family, for my friends, for work with clients, and most importantly…time for me! Establishing boundaries is also a form of self-care. Self-care is NOT selfish!
PGMAG: What would you say to your younger self?
LV: “You are more than good enough for all that you desire!” So many people struggle with that feeling of not being good enough, and it affects us on a subconscious level in both our personal and professional lives. The sooner we can identify our personal limiting beliefs then the sooner we can increase our impact in our own lives and the lives of others.
PGMAG: How would you describe your style of leadership?
LV: I often tell my clients that sometimes I tell you the things that you don’t want to hear and make you do the things that you don’t want to do but all so that you can become the person you truly want to be. I genuinely care about each person I work with and speak to because everyone has a purpose and everyone has value to give. I always try to leave someone feeling better than I how met them. I also do my best to lead by example.
PGMAG: Thank you once again for sharing your time with us - you are a miracle. Please share your links with us.
LV: My pleasure! I appreciate the opportunity to share! To find out more information about my coaching opportunities or to book me as a speaker, visit www. LindseyVertner.com. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, & YouTube by searching “Lindsey Vertner”. I love new friends!
