Monica and Lauren are veteran lifestyle directors who've survived it all
(yes, even that resident).
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Stories, Strategies, Shout-outs & Shenanigans
Engaging Discussions and Recognition
We’re here to cheer YOU on!
Lifestyle Directors, you make the magic happen every single day—and we’re shouting it from the rooftops (or at least from our podcast mics)!
September = Storytime!
From laugh-out-loud moments to “you can’t make this stuff up” disasters, our field is full of legendary tales. Share yours! If we pick your story, you’ll score some awesome swag from us.
Starting October: Shout Out of the Week!
We’re putting the spotlight on YOU—your wins, your creativity, and your impact.
Pull up a chair and join us on the Lifestyle Unplugged podcast as we swap real-world stories, spark creative ideas, and dish out practical tips to help you plan unforgettable events and experiences for your community.
Because let’s face it—nobody throws a party (or saves the day) quite like a Lifestyle Director.
Welcome Community Leaders!
We’re thrilled you found us! Dive in, look around, and see what we’re all about. When you’re ready, join the crew—subscribe to our newsletter, catch our latest podcast episodes, and connect with us on Lifestyle Director Connect on LinkedIn. Your time is precious, so we’ll keep things inspiring, useful, and worth it.
Our Partners
About Lifestyle Unplugged Podcast
Our Mission
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More than a Podcast
"Connecting the people who connect communities."
Our mission is to provide our listeners with support and inspiration while celebrating the people who make communities truly come alive.
More than a Podcast
Sponsorship Opportunities
More than a Podcast
Outside of Lifestyle Unplugged, we also co-manage Lifestyle Director Connect, a LinkedIn community that Lauren started as a place for Lifestyle Directors across the country to share resources, swap ideas, and support each other. It’s become a vibrant network that continues to grow, and it’s just one more way we’re working to strengthen th
Outside of Lifestyle Unplugged, we also co-manage Lifestyle Director Connect, a LinkedIn community that Lauren started as a place for Lifestyle Directors across the country to share resources, swap ideas, and support each other. It’s become a vibrant network that continues to grow, and it’s just one more way we’re working to strengthen the industry.
So join us on Lifestyle Unplugged and Lifestyle Director Connect, whether you’re here for a dose of inspiration, practical tools you can use right away, a laugh or two, or just to feel less alone in your role... welcome, you’re in the right place. linkedin.com/groups/9885170
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship Opportunities
Want to cheer on Lifestyle Directors and showcase your awesome products or services? Let’s make it happen! Contact us to find out how you can sponsor the Lifestyle Unplugged Podcast. Reach out to hello@LifestyleUnpluggedPodcast.com or check out our packet here.
More about Monica
More about Monica
Sponsorship Opportunities
Monica is the founder of Outside the Box Consulting, LLC, and brings over 20 years of experience in creating community, including opening seven major amenities in just six years. She works closely with real estate developers and management companies, providing training to Lifestyle Directors and assisting developers in crafting lifestyle
Monica is the founder of Outside the Box Consulting, LLC, and brings over 20 years of experience in creating community, including opening seven major amenities in just six years. She works closely with real estate developers and management companies, providing training to Lifestyle Directors and assisting developers in crafting lifestyle strategies for their communities. Monica also supports amenity layout and planning, ensuring designs and programs align with the community’s vision. Her expertise spans master-planned and multi-family developments, delivering end-to-end solutions that are on time, on budget, and designed to elevate resident engagement. To learn more about Monica or for training opportunities, and amenity planning review, you can reach her at www.consultingoutsidthebox.com or linkedin.com/in/monicahollins
Meet Your Hosts
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We’re Monica and Lauren—two Lifestyle Directors turned podcasting hosts, who are on a mission to support, inspire, and celebrate the people who make communities truly come alive.
We met through our shared passion for lifestyle programming and quickly realized that while every community is unique, the challenges Lifestyle Directors face are
We’re Monica and Lauren—two Lifestyle Directors turned podcasting hosts, who are on a mission to support, inspire, and celebrate the people who make communities truly come alive.
We met through our shared passion for lifestyle programming and quickly realized that while every community is unique, the challenges Lifestyle Directors face are often the same: limited resources, competing priorities, and a need for fresh ideas. That’s why we started Lifestyle Unplugged Podcast, a resource hub designed to help Lifestyle Directors, community leaders, and developers find creative solutions, learn from peers, and feel more connected to the industry.
More about Lauren
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Lauren is the Program Director of Lifestyle for Brighton Corporation, a leading Idaho-based developer, where she oversees programming across multiple communities. With more than 15 years of event planning experience—from corporate events to large-scale neighborhood activations—she knows how to create memorable experiences that bring peop
Lauren is the Program Director of Lifestyle for Brighton Corporation, a leading Idaho-based developer, where she oversees programming across multiple communities. With more than 15 years of event planning experience—from corporate events to large-scale neighborhood activations—she knows how to create memorable experiences that bring people together.
For her, lifestyle isn’t just about events—it’s the heartbeat of a community. Her dedication to building strong, connected neighborhoods has earned her recognition as the 2020 NAHB 55+ Lifestyle Director of the Year and as one of the Idaho Business Review’s 2025 Accomplished Under 40. Lauren also started the Lifestyle Director Connect LinkedIn page—a growing hub for Lifestyle Directors to network, share resources, and exchange ideas. To learn more about Lauren: linkedin.com/in/laurenmorrisbrown