#63: Burn the Script — Alicia Teltz on Leaving the “Perfect” Life.

Alicia Teltz didn’t reinvent her life overnight. She made one decision.That step led to losing 84 pounds, leaving a 10-year relationship, walking away from a high-paying corporate career, and starting over. In this episode we unpack what really blocks people from change. Confidence rarely shows up first. Momentum follows action.Alicia shares the reality behind rebuilding your life, the mindset shift that comes with taking control, and why visibility on LinkedIn is less about tactics and more about showing up before you feel ready.This conversation isn’t about reinvention as a buzzword. It’s about the moment you stop waiting.Listen: Apple || Spotify || YouTubeChapters00:00 The decision that changed Alicia’s life02:30 Leaving a “perfect” life behind06:15 Losing 84 pounds and rebuilding confidence10:00 Why bold decisions rarely start with confidence15:30 Walking away from corporate security19:45 Finding your voice online24:30 What people misunderstand about LinkedIn30:10 Authentic storytelling vs performative posting36:45 Showing up before you feel ready41:20 Helping founders build visibility onlineWho Should ListenFounders at a crossroadsOperators questioning their pathLeaders navigating identity and visibilityAnyone who knows something needs to changeAlicia TeltzA LinkedIn personal branding and social selling expert and Chairwoman of The Hype Department. After 15 years in B2B tech sales at companies including SAP, Mastercard, Gartner, and LinkedIn, she left corporate to build her own business helping founders and executives grow influence through authentic online storytelling.Andy Walsh2× exited founder and host of Startups Decoded (Top 2% globally).Access All Areas.Listen: Apple || Spotify || YouTubeSubscribe: SubstackConnect: LinkedInSocials: TikTok || Instagram || XWeb: startupsdecoded.comMusic Credit“Neptuno” – Phondupe (Album: Onykia) The Studio​Filmed on location at 28th&Park. A content & production studio for New York’s visionary Builders, Investors, Artists, Musicians, & Creators to amplify their voice & share bold stories. Use the code “Decoded” for 25% off your first booking.