Neelam describes the pivotal moment in 2003 when she stepped onto an open mic stage for the first time, terrified yet exhilarated, and discovered her creative home. She shares how blind faith led her to produce a one-woman show at the Capital Fringe Festival, despite having little theater experience, and how that leap brought unexpected opportunities and press coverage. Together, Neelam and Toby explore the “messy middle,” the importance of a beginner’s mindset, and why imperfect action often leads to the most meaningful growth. Neelam also talks about her book Burning It Down, Dancing in the Rubble, and how accountability, community, and persistence helped her finally bring it to life after years of dreaming.

About Neelam Patel:

Neelam Patel is a poet, performer, and author of Burning It Down, Dancing in the Rubble. She helps audiences embrace creativity, courage, and authenticity by sharing her journey from tech professional to artist, showing how saying yes before you’re ready can transform your path.

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Kate Ferrian’s origin story begins with a powerful moment of clarity; standing in her closet, realizing she needed to leave an abusive relationship and start choosing herself. What followed wasn’t an instant transformation, but years of courageous inner work, healing, and rebuilding trust in her own voice.

In this episode, Kate shares how her experiences in corporate leadership, marriage, divorce, and personal growth led her to break generational patterns and rethink what a fulfilling life truly looks like. She and Toby explore the ways self-doubt and old conditioning can keep women stuck, and how learning to trust yourself can change everything.

Kate also talks about the deeper work behind personal transformation: healing old wounds, setting boundaries, and creating a life that feels aligned rather than simply successful on the outside. Listeners will walk away with powerful insights on self-trust, personal growth, and the courage it takes to rewrite your story.

About Kate Ferrian:

Kate Ferrian is the founder of Simply Become It, where she helps women heal old patterns, overcome self-doubt, and build lives rooted in self-trust and alignment. Drawing from 16 years in corporate leadership and her own journey through divorce and personal transformation, Kate guides women in creating lives that truly reflect who they are.

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🌐 Websites: https://www.simplybecomeit.com/
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If you’ve ever wondered what comes next after a long, successful career, this conversation will resonate deeply. Courtney Burton spent decades building a dependable corporate career before two powerful coaching conversations challenged her to rethink where she truly thrived, and what she wanted the next chapter of her life to look like.

In this episode, Courtney shares how those moments sparked major pivots in her life and career, including stepping away from corporate work, training as a coach, and pursuing her lifelong passion for music. She also opens up about navigating retirement transitions, caring for family during difficult seasons, and the surprising identity shift that happens when the structure of a traditional job disappears.

Toby and Courtney explore the power of questioning the stories we tell ourselves, why outside perspectives can reveal possibilities we can’t see on our own, and how it’s never too late to design a life that aligns with purpose, creativity, and joy.

About Courtney Burton:

Courtney Burton is a coach and singer who helps people reflect on their next chapter and create lives aligned with purpose and fulfillment. After decades in corporate leadership and sales, she now blends coaching with her lifelong passion for music as she builds a meaningful post-corporate career.

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💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneyaburton/
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If you’ve ever felt torn between being the creative visionary and the CEO of your business, this episode will resonate deeply.

Tracy Matthews opens up about her early days as a jewelry designer, the realities of building a product-based brand, and the hard lessons she learned about scaling too fast and chasing the wrong metrics. She shares how burnout became a wake-up call, and how redefining growth on her own terms led to more profit, more freedom, and more impact.

In this conversation, Tracy and Toby explore the mindset shifts required to build a sustainable business, why so many entrepreneurs underprice themselves, and how aligning strategy with values changes everything. Listeners will walk away with practical insight on scaling smarter, protecting their creative energy, and building a brand that supports their life, not consumes it.

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Tracy Matthews is a jewelry designer turned business strategist who helps product-based entrepreneurs scale sustainably and profitably. Through her coaching programs and frameworks, she teaches creatives how to build thriving brands without burnout.

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In this episode, Erika explains why having a clear mission and vision is critical for entrepreneurs, how self-talk can quiet the “white noise” of anxiety, and why transformation must be rooted in authenticity rather than outside prescriptions. She also shares how Proteus pivoted during the pandemic and why true success comes from helping people become who they want to become.

Listeners will walk away with practical insights on resilience, clarity, and building businesses that align with their deepest purpose.

About Erika Andersen:

Erika is a leadership expert, bestselling author, and founding partner of Proteus. For over 35 years, she has helped CEOs and companies like Spotify, Amazon, and Charter Spectrum grow through change with clarity and confidence. Her latest book, The New Old, applies her wisdom to aging well and crafting your best later life.

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Many women build lives that look successful from the outside, only to realize something feels off on the inside. For Sarah, that realization came when her son’s sensitive skin reacted to “natural” products that weren’t as safe as they claimed.

She shares how digging into hidden ingredients and the lack of regulation in personal care products opened her eyes to the bigger picture: the everyday exposures in our homes that quietly affect our health. From switching out cookware and food storage to teaching her kids how to read labels, Sarah explains how small, manageable shifts can make a big difference.

Her experience as a breast cancer survivor deepened her perspective on resilience and clarified why environmental factors deserve more attention in health conversations. Throughout the episode, Sarah speaks candidly about identity, self‑trust, and the emotional work of making changes, while also offering practical advice for reducing toxins without feeling like it has to be “all or nothing.”

If you’ve been curious about clean living or felt overwhelmed by conflicting information, this episode is a reminder that healthier choices are possible one step at a time.

About Sarah Clark:  

Sarah Clark is the founder of Better Health with Sarah, where she helps families cut through the overwhelm of clean living and take practical steps to reduce harmful chemicals in their homes, products, and diets. As a breast cancer survivor and former TV reporter, she combines her love of educating with a grounded perspective on resilience, identity, and the everyday choices that shape long‑term health.

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🌐 Website: https://betterhealthwithsarah.com/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betterhealthwithsarah/
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In this episode, Brienne explains why preventative voice care matters, how misalignment shows up in both sound and confidence, and why courage is required every time we choose to step into visibility. Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of the connection between voice, intuition, and empowerment, and practical insights for sustaining vocal health while showing up authentically.

About Brienne Hennessy:

Brienne is a vocal empowerment guide who helps leaders, speakers, and everyday professionals reconnect with their natural voice. With a background in clinical voice pathology, she now focuses on holistic, preventative wellness, ensuring her clients sound aligned, confident, and resilient.

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🌐 Website: www.yourvocalvitality.com

💼 LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/brienne-hennessy
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About Miranda VonFricken:

Miranda VonFricken is a keynote speaker, LinkedIn strategist, and founder of Own Your Awesome. She helps women elevate their presence, magnetize their personal brands, and lead with authenticity, strategy, and heart.

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🌐 Website: https://MirandaVonFricken.com

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirandavonfricken.com
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About Funke Jaiyeola:

Funke Jaiyeola is a brand strategist and content consultant who helps experts and founders go from “best kept secret” to seen, known, and sought after. With experience working with global brands like LinkedIn and Pipedrive, she champions women entrepreneurs and teaches the art of turning clarity into visibility.

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About Elle Nagy:

Elle Nagy is a professional life coach and identity reimagination mentor. Through her Women Reimagined platform, she helps high-achieving women release the hustle-driven archetype and reclaim a life that feels powerful, authentic, and rooted in love.

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As Kelly navigated grief and asked herself what kind of work truly filled her cup, she realized her sweet spot was helping entrepreneurs create aligned, sustainable memberships that feel good for everyone involved. In this conversation, she shares why community matters now more than ever, how to build spaces where people feel they belong, and why simplicity, not hustle, is the key to long‑term success.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build a membership that’s both meaningful and manageable, Kelly’s story offers a grounded, refreshing perspective on creating something that lasts.

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Kelly Vrchota is a membership and community strategist who helps entrepreneurs build recurring‑revenue offers rooted in connection, sustainability, and impact. With a background in teaching and years of hands‑on experience supporting mission‑driven founders, she brings a calm, thoughtful approach to designing communities that truly serve.

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If you’ve ever felt trapped by success or afraid to make a bold pivot, Krista’s story is proof that choosing courage over comfort can lead to a more aligned, fulfilling life and business.

About Krista Mollion:

Krista Mollion is a fractional CMO and founder of Unignorable Brands. She helps B2B founders grow visibility and attract dream clients by blending standout strategy with authentic storytelling and smart use of AI.

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🌐 Website: https://unignorablebrands.kit.com/be-unignorable
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristamollion

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If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this conversation will hit home. Lisa Klein started her journey after her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis inspired her to prioritize her own health; what began as a fitness challenge became a lifelong mission to help other women build healthier, more intentional lives.

In this episode, Lisa shares how her early work in wellness evolved into her role as a business coach and process strategist. We talk about what it really means to build systems that align with your values, how to stop saying yes to everything, and why your success depends on your ability to care for yourself as much as your business.

About Lisa Klein:

Lisa Klein is a business coach and process strategist who helps women simplify how they work so their businesses support, not compete with, their lifestyle. With roots in health and wellness, she now blends mindset, structure, and strategy to help entrepreneurs create systems that feel good and actually work.

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🌐 Website: https://www.lisakleinco.com/

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Jessica Noel’s story begins with her early love of books and the way her parents shaped her path as a lifelong reader and teacher. From there, she embarked on a winding journey that took her through technical writing and education before discovering copywriting and eventually leading publishing at Copy Hackers. A pivotal nudge from Joanna Wiebe reignited her passion for books and opened the door to her current work with authors. In this episode, Jessica shares why listening to “life whispers” can help entrepreneurs know when to pivot, and how relief often follows alignment. 

She also explores the power of book doctoring, coaching, and consulting to help experts transform manuscripts into proud, publishable works that amplify their voice and business. Her story is a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be linear; sometimes, the detours reveal your truest calling.

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Jessica Noel is a book coach, consultant, and publishing strategist who helps entrepreneurs and experts turn their ideas into powerful books that grow their businesses and amplify their voices. With a background in teaching, copywriting, and publishing, she brings both vision and integration to the book journey.

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🌐 Website: https://writeandmain.com/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicanoelbooks/
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When the pandemic forced a sudden career pivot, Kerry Dobson found herself at a crossroads: stay in corporate or finally build something of her own. That moment sparked the creation of her business helping coaches, authors, and leaders design group programs that truly change lives.

In this conversation, Kerry and Toby talk about the moment she realized her love for learning and development could evolve into something more intentional, how a disappointing speaker inspired her career direction, and what she’s learned about designing group experiences that engage and empower. Kerry also shares how collaboration may be the future of entrepreneurship and why “crappy group fatigue” is something she’s determined to fix for good.

About Kerry Dobson:

Kerry Dobson is a Group Program Architect who helps authors, coaches, and thought leaders transform their ideas into meaningful, results-driven group experiences. With a background in global learning and development, she blends strategy, empathy, and clarity to help experts turn their knowledge into programs that truly make an impact.

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🌐 Website: https://www.jjdak.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-dobson/
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When Megan Porta returned to work after maternity leave, she knew something had to change. What started as a tearful conversation with a friend—and the offhand comment, “Why don’t you just do it?”—became the spark that launched a food blog, a thriving business, and a life built around what matters most: freedom and family.

In this conversation, Megan shares how getting fired became the best thing that ever happened to her, how she built Eat Blog Talk into a top-rated podcast and community, and why following intuition (even without a plan) can lead to something extraordinary. We also talk about what a decade of RV travel has taught her about courage, creativity, and taking one small step at a time toward the life you want.

About Megan Porta:

Megan Porta is the founder of Eat Blog Talk, a top-ranked podcast and community that helps food bloggers build sustainable businesses and find more clarity, focus, and freedom. She’s also the voice behind Pip and Ebby, a comfort food blog, and the author of the upcoming book Take the Exit, inspired by her family’s 10 years of RV adventures.

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We explore what it really means to follow life’s breadcrumbs, the evolution from self-doubt to self-trust, and how visibility isn’t just about getting seen—it’s about healing, truth-telling, and owning your story. Kim also breaks down the art of pitching with confidence and why your voice is your greatest business asset.

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Kimberly Roy is a visibility and lead generation strategist who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs get seen and heard without paid ads. As the founder of Pitch with Kim, she empowers women to pitch with confidence, land aligned podcast interviews, and share their stories with purpose.

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Lindsey Laughlin’s origin story didn’t begin in a marketing agency; it started in a high school chemistry class with a spark of curiosity and a desire to make things clearer for others. That same passion now drives her work at Gravity Group, where she helps brands communicate with authenticity and purpose.

In this episode, Lindsey opens up about navigating toxic workplaces, finding confidence as a leader, and creating safe spaces for teams to thrive. She also shares how storytelling, data, and values intersect in brand strategy and why the most effective marketing is both strategic and deeply human.

Whether you’re a business owner, leader, or aspiring marketer, this conversation will inspire you to rethink what it means to connect with your audience, your team, and yourself.

About Lindsey Laughlin:

Lindsey is Vice President of Gravity Group, where she helps businesses build meaningful brands and marketing strategies rooted in clarity and purpose. A natural storyteller and people-first leader, she’s passionate about connecting dots, empowering teams, and sharing authentic stories that resonate.

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Simone Pero’s path wasn’t a straight line; it was a series of purposeful pivots that connected her love for policy, media, and storytelling. From working on landmark legislation like the Family and Medical Leave Act to producing powerful documentaries and narrative films, Simone has always been drawn to stories that spark dialogue and move people to action.

In this episode, Simone shares how her unconventional upbringing shaped her worldview, why storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for social change, and how artists can bring their visions to life through impact-driven filmmaking. She also opens up about her work with For Impact Productions, where she equips creators with the tools and resources to amplify their voices and make a difference.

About Simone Pero:

Simone Pero is an Emmy-nominated film producer, speaker, and founder of For Impact Productions. She has produced award-winning films like The Tale and Lily, and she helps artists and storytellers build impact strategies that turn creative projects into cultural catalysts.

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🌐 Website: www.forimpactproductions.com
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Julia Healey didn’t always believe she was “good at math,” but one teacher’s encouragement changed the trajectory of her life. From that spark, Julia pursued a career in finance, earned her MBA, and eventually became the CEO of United Charitable, a nonprofit that helps donors and social entrepreneurs turn passion into real-world impact.

In this episode, Julia shares the pivotal moments that shaped her confidence, her values, and her leadership journey. We explore how she combines financial know-how with a mission to serve others, why you don’t need millions to make a difference, and how United Charitable helps people bring their giving and purpose into alignment. She also opens up about raising two daughters, learning to listen, and her secret for getting through hard days as a CEO, teacher, mom, and wife.

About Julia Healey:

Julia Healey is the CEO of United Charitable, a nonprofit organization that supports social entrepreneurs and philanthropic donors through fiscal sponsorship and donor-advised funds. With a background in finance and a heart for service, Julia helps individuals and families turn values into action and create lasting community impact.

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🌐 Website: https://www.unitedcharitable.org/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-charitable/
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Lisa Michelle Zega didn’t set out to become a grief guide, but life had other plans. In this episode, she shares the winding path that began with a painful divorce, the heartbreaking estrangement from her children, and the unexpected death of her fiancé. Through it all, she discovered that grief isn’t something to fix—it’s something to witness, honor, and be transformed by.

We talk about the difference between loss and grief, why our pain doesn’t disqualify us from leading others, and how grief can actually help us become more real, more present, and more connected. Lisa Michelle also shares how writing her story prepared her to welcome her first grandchild with joy and how ancestral healing, nonlinear growth, and sacred rituals are now at the heart of her work.

About Lisa Michelle Zega:

Lisa Michelle Zega is a grief guide, podcast host, and founder of Legit You. She helps people move through loss and life transitions with tenderness, truth, and sacred ritual so they can come home to themselves and live fully, even after everything changes.

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🌐 Website: https://legityou.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamichelle.legityou/
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Ashley Cox didn’t plan to become a leadership mentor. But after working under a toxic manager early in her corporate career, she found herself stripped of her responsibilities and determined to never lead that way. In this episode, Ashley shares how advocating for herself changed the trajectory of her career and planted the seeds for her company, podcast, and bestselling book.

We talk about building psychological safety with your team, avoiding burnout as a business owner, and why leadership isn’t about perfection, it’s about being real. Ashley also explains why nearly every team issue boils down to communication, and how documenting your systems (even messy ones!) can transform the way you grow your business.

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Ashley Cox is a leadership mentor, speaker, author, and host of the Impact Ripple podcast. She helps women entrepreneurs build high-performing teams they can trust without losing their humanity in the process.

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Dayna Del Val’s path didn’t follow a script, and that’s exactly what makes it so powerful. In this episode, she shares how growing up in a small town, pursuing acting, and eventually running a regional arts organization laid the foundation for her greatest reinvention yet. After leaving the nonprofit world, Dayna turned inward—using journaling and intuitive listening to discover what was next.

We talk about the difference between doing and being, what it means to live intentionally (even in midlife), and how curiosity and creativity fuel Dayna’s latest chapter as a writer, speaker, and guide for women ready to redefine what’s possible. She also shares the power of writing your own origin story and why “living a life of design, not default” is her personal mantra.

About Dayna Del Val:

Dayna Del Val is a coach, speaker, and writer who helps high-achieving professionals rediscover their spark and lead with purpose. Through her creative storytelling, guided reflection, and powerful speaking, she inspires people to pursue audacious goals and actually believe they’re possible.

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🌐 Website: https://daynadelval.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daynadelval/
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Heather Campbell didn’t start with a business plan—she started with a promise to her 10-year-old self: to never depend on anyone else for financial stability. That determination drove her through agency life, a corporate branding career, and eventually entrepreneurship. But it wasn’t until a ruptured brain aneurysm forced her to slow down that she truly redefined what success meant.

In this conversation, Heather talks about growing up in a big family where she had to fight for space, why she ditched traditional marketing tactics (even inside a high-ticket mastermind), and how alignment became her business superpower. We also talk about healing, storytelling, and how to market in a way that actually feels good.

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Heather Campbell is a brand strategist, marketing expert, and founder of Radical Branding. She helps female founders and service providers create aligned messaging and high-converting offers, without the fluff, hustle, or outdated formulas.

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🌐 Website: https://heyheathercampbell.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helloheathercampbell
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When Sarah Masci realized she was spending more time commuting than with her five-month-old son and grieving the recent loss of her own mom, she knew something had to change. What followed was a winding journey through mom blogging, Etsy shops, branding work, and eventually a successful web design business. But even then, the hustle didn’t stop until one spontaneous offer to “just book me for a day” sparked an entirely new way of working.

In this episode, Sarah shares how she built her VIP Day model from the ground up, what made it such a game-changer (for her and her clients), and how she turned it into a scalable course that’s helped thousands of creatives rethink how they work. We also talk about burnout, boundary-setting, and how entrepreneurship is rarely a straight line, but always full of breadcrumbs worth following.

About Sarah Masci:

Sarah Masci is a business mentor and the founder of Day Rate Mastery®. She helps overworked service providers simplify their services with sustainable VIP day and day rate models, giving them more freedom, flexibility, and space to grow a business that works for their life, not the other way around.

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When Morgan Adams was diagnosed with breast cancer, it sparked more than a health transformation—it became the turning point for everything that followed. In this episode, Morgan shares how her personal healing journey led her to explore deep wellness, quit the hustle culture, and ultimately start a business helping other women reclaim their sleep without medication.

We talk about her “aha” moment on a walk in 2020, the early days of launching a brand-new category of coaching, and why middle-of-the-night wakeups are the #1 thing keeping women from feeling rested. Morgan also opens up about mindset, sleep anxiety, and why building a business slowly with support and intention has made all the difference.

About Morgan Adams:

Morgan Adams is a holistic sleep coach who helps women improve their sleep without relying on medication. A two-time breast cancer survivor, she blends personal experience with science-backed strategies to help clients overcome insomnia, reduce stress, and feel better day and night.

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🌐 Website: https://www.morganadamswellness.com/
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Sue Harper didn’t launch her business with a master plan—just a Mac the size of a compact car and a deep desire for more freedom. In this episode, Sue shares how she transitioned from hands-on film assembly to digital design, why a July 4th vacation request changed everything, and how Sharper Creative has evolved over the past 20+ years.

We talk about learning on the job, embracing change without burning out, and how building a creative business is often more about following your curiosity than having it all mapped out. Sue also reflects on letting go of feast-or-famine anxiety, growing a team, and what keeps her going even when business is slow.

About Sue Harper:

Sue Harper is the founder and CEO of Sharper Creative, a branding and design studio that helps growing businesses and nonprofits show up with clarity and confidence. She’s a lifelong creative who’s built a career (and a company) by following what lights her up and saying yes before she felt “ready.”

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After decades in corporate radio, Ann Ranson knew something had shifted—what once felt exciting no longer fed her soul. In this episode, she shares what happened when she walked away without a plan and why it turned out to be the most important decision of her life. From financial struggle to spiritual growth, Ann’s story is a reminder that reinvention is rarely linear, but always meaningful.

We talk about what it means to live with purpose, how to trust your inner calling (even when you don’t have all the answers), and why self-awareness is the foundation of everything. Ann also opens up about shedding people-pleasing patterns, reimagining leadership through a heart-centered lens, and the joy of rewriting the rules—on her own terms.

About Ann Ranson:

Ann Ranson is a heart-centered strategist, coach, and founder of Ann Ranson & Associates. She helps mission-driven leaders align success with soul through strategic planning, coaching, and self-discovery tools rooted in purpose, values, and authentic leadership.

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🌐 Website: https://annranson.com/
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Kris Ward used to wear hustle as a badge of honor until long hours started taking a toll on her health, relationships, and joy. Then, when her husband was diagnosed with colon cancer, the systems she had put in place allowed her to step away from her business completely… without her clients ever realizing she was gone. In this episode, Kris shares how she went from overworked to intentional and how that shift changed everything.

We talk about her signature Super Toolkits, the myth of multitasking, and why you need a team before you think you're ready. Kris also opens up about writing her book Win the Hour, Win the Day, how she learned to tell her story on her own terms, and why the key to freedom is structure, not more hustle.

About Kris Ward:

Kris Ward is a business strategist, podcast host, and founder of Win the Hour, Win the Day. She helps overworked entrepreneurs build scalable businesses with smart systems, powerful support, and more freedom to do what matters most.

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🌐 Website: https://www.winthehourwintheday.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriswardscalewithvirtualassistants/
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If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself while chasing a career or business goal, this episode will resonate deeply. Christine Passo’s story is one of rediscovering creativity, facing hard truths, and finding freedom in aligning with what really matters.

Christine shares how her love of writing and creating, once hidden away in childhood, became the spark for her career as a life coach and advocate for transition. She opens up about her decision to step back from coaching full-time, the stigma around mental health, and how she’s navigating depression with honesty and courage.

Listeners will walk away with powerful reminders about the importance of creativity, the dangers of ignoring alignment, and why seeking help is not failure, it’s strength.

About Christine Passo:

Christine Passo is a life coach, speaker, and advocate for mental health and creative alignment. She helps people in transition reconnect with their true selves, break patterns that hold them back, and discover the joy of living in alignment with their values.

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🌐 Website: https://christinepasso.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-passo-665a70a/
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Denise Morrison was just six years old when she became the “joy bringer” in her family—a role that shaped her for decades. In this episode, Denise shares how early emotional pressure, family addiction cycles, and internalized perfectionism fueled a years-long struggle with emotional eating even as she pursued a career in physical therapy and fitness.

We explore the moment she realized her mind was sabotaging her health, how living abroad opened her eyes to holistic healing, and why addressing the mental and emotional roots of health issues is essential. Denise also shares how she rebuilt her relationship with food, became a trauma-informed coach, and now helps other women rewrite the stories they’ve been carrying about their bodies, worth, and wellness.

About Denise Morrison:

Dr. Denise Morrison is an integrative health practitioner and transformational health coach who helps empathic, introverted women overcome emotional eating without dieting. With over 35 years of experience in wellness, she blends science, mindset, and heart to help her clients reconnect with themselves—mind, body, and soul.

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🌐 Website: https://deniselynnmorrison.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deniselynnmorrison/
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Barb Mason never planned to start a business, let alone two. But after decades in HR and a joyful detour into statement jewelry, a layoff and a global pandemic nudged her to explore a long-held curiosity: coaching. In this episode, Barb opens up about finding purpose in unexpected places, the truth about starting over in midlife, and why we should stop thinking about retirement and start planning a rewire instead.

We talk about giving yourself permission to pivot, what makes the “third trimester of life” so powerful, and why it’s never too late to dream bigger, work differently, or create your greatest possible future. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s time for a new chapter, this episode will inspire you to start writing it.

About Barb Mason:

Barb Mason is a certified life, career, and retirement coach and the founder of Unstuck Coaching. She helps midlife professionals reimagine what’s next and build a life they can’t wait to wake up to—without waiting for permission or a perfect plan.

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🌐 Website: https://rustuck.net/
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After years in corporate sales and marketing, Vicki O’Neill realized she was no longer excited about the climb. A spark of curiosity (and a few freelance projects) led to a bold leap into entrepreneurship—and eventually to helping other women do the same. In this episode, Vicki shares her story of building KenKay Marketing, launching the YES Effect movement, and why the scariest things often lead to the best growth.

We explore how saying yes (even when you're scared) builds momentum, why women over 40 have powerful stories to share, and how introverts can thrive with video by shifting their mindset. Vicki also shares her favorite camera confidence tips, her passion for YouTube, and the importance of building a support network when you go out on your own.

About Vicki O’Neill:

Vicki O’Neill is the CEO of KenKay Marketing and founder of The YES Effect, where she helps women over 40 step into their voice and build confidence on camera. She’s a former corporate marketer turned visibility coach who believes your greatest opportunities begin when you say yes to yourself.

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When Britt lost both of her parents just months apart, she faced a choice: repress the grief or move through it with intention. In this episode, Britt shares how that season of loss led her deeper into yoga, meditation, and eventually reiki—transforming her personal healing journey into a calling to help others.

We explore the subtle power of energy work, how grief can unlock spiritual awareness, and why meditation isn’t about clearing your mind, but about making peace with it. Britt also offers perspective on what it means to feel balanced (even when life is chaotic), and how her work now blends science, spirituality, and deep presence to support clients across the globe.

About Britt Chemla Jones:

Britt Chemla Jones is a Reiki Master Teacher, yoga and meditation guide, and energy healer with over 30 years of experience in holistic wellness. She helps clients reconnect with themselves through chakra work, mindfulness, and intuitive energy healing.

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Caroline Pennington spent 15 years climbing the corporate ladder, placing C-suite executives and mastering the art of communication on LinkedIn. But when the work stopped feeling meaningful, she listened to the voice in her head saying, “You were made for more.” In this episode, Caroline shares how she launched a wine product during the pandemic, built a powerful personal brand from scratch, and turned her skills as a recruiter into a thriving LinkedIn marketing agency.

We talk about her shift from side hustler to full-time entrepreneur, why consistency on LinkedIn pays off, and how she uses podcasting and visibility to grow her network and impact. Caroline also opens up about handling skeptics, taking imperfect action, and why you should never wait for permission to start.

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Caroline Pennington is a LinkedIn marketing expert, founder of The Feminine Founder Podcast, and creator of ChilledVino. She helps female entrepreneurs and executives build personal brands that get noticed, while keeping it real, strategic, and fun.

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When Aubria Ralph’s mom told her to pack her bags mid-workday, she didn’t panic; she made a plan. That single moment set her on a path of fierce self-reliance and ambition. In this episode, Aubria shares how that experience, and others like it, shaped her into the scrappy, strategic force she is today.

We talk about learning to trust your voice, saying yes before everything is “figured out,” and how working in fashion, getting a master's in medieval studies, and navigating law school while grieving all became part of her nonlinear, powerful journey. Aubria also opens up about why she launched Scrappy Girl Project after leaving big law, and how she’s redefining success by helping others lead with strategy, clarity, and heart.

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Aubria Ralph is the founder and CEO of Scrappy Girl Project, a consulting firm that helps professionals and organizations lead with clarity, strategy, and heart. She's also a lawyer, professor, and living proof that betting on yourself before it all makes sense is sometimes the smartest move you can make.

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When Michelle DeNio lost a close friend unexpectedly, it sparked a deep reckoning. Why wait for retirement to start living the life you actually want? That question launched Michelle into a bold life overhaul: quitting her job, selling her belongings, and moving to Florida to build a life—and eventually, a business—on her own terms.

In this episode, Michelle shares how she found her footing as a business growth strategist, why simplicity always wins, and how she developed her Focused Visionary framework to help other entrepreneurs scale with clarity and intention. We talk about the power of taking small steps, why you don’t need fancy tools to be successful, and how being honest (even when things get messy) builds real trust and connection.

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Michelle DeNio is a business growth strategist and host of The Real Truth About Business podcast. She helps entrepreneurs scale sustainably with simple strategies, clear plans, and no fluff. Her Focused Visionary framework supports business owners in making bold moves without losing sight of what really matters.

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🌐 Website: https://www.michelledenioconsulting.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelledenio/
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After the loss of her father and a growing sense that her “good job” wasn’t quite enough, Amy Mitchell followed a quiet pull toward more freedom and purpose. What started with remote grant writing in Bali became a leap into entrepreneurship—and eventually led to the founding of Hey Systems, a supportive membership for service-based business owners who want clarity, structure, and sanity.

In this episode, Amy shares how her love for travel, learning, and systems collided in the best way—and why her first leap into copywriting helped her realize her true strength was in designing scalable systems. We talk about what it means to follow the next right thing, how to bounce back from business “wobbles,” and why sustainable growth always starts with solving a real problem.

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Amy Mitchell is the founder of Hey Systems, a membership that helps service-based entrepreneurs build calm, scalable systems to grow without burning out. She blends strategy, self-leadership, and systems thinking to help business owners take aligned action and stay focused on what really matters.

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When Cheryl Fuhs and her husband decided to leave their traditional jobs and buy a sailboat, despite having zero sailing experience, it wasn’t a midlife crisis. It was a wake-up call. In this episode, Cheryl shares how a simple question sparked a decade-long plan to live with more freedom, more purpose, and way more salt air.

We explore how she went from crafting jewelry as a hobby to founding SS Magpie, a coastal-inspired brand rooted in storytelling, joy, and vacation vibes. Cheryl opens up about navigating setbacks, staying grounded in gratitude, and how holding onto your dream, especially when life gets messy, is often the most courageous thing you can do.

About Cheryl Fuhs:

Cheryl is the founder and designer behind SS Magpie, a coastal jewelry brand inspired by the sea, simplicity, and big, beautiful dreams. She’s a storyteller, sailor-in-training, and beach wanderer helping women carry a little piece of joy wherever they go.

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Laura Belgray didn’t build her business with a vision board and a five-year plan. Instead, she followed what felt good, said yes to the next right thing, and turned random career breadcrumbs into a wildly successful brand. In this episode, Laura shares how a last-minute talk at Marie Forleo’s first live event changed everything and how it eventually led to The Copy Cure, her book deal, and the beloved emails she now sends to thousands.

We talk about her earliest “get paid to be you” fantasies, starting a blog with no opt-in, how she finds the point in everyday stories (and uses her own AI tool to help), and why she refused to write a book about copywriting even when publishers asked. If you’ve ever been told to niche down, pick a lane, or “elevate your message,” Laura’s take might be exactly what you need to hear.

About Laura Belgray:

Laura Belgray is the founder of Talking Shrimp, co-creator of The Copy Cure, and author of the best-selling memoir Tough Titties. She helps entrepreneurs and creatives get paid to be themselves through better writing, sharper storytelling, and unapologetic self-expression.

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🌐 Website: https://www.talkingshrimp.com/
💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingshrimp/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurabelgray/
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We talk about making bold choices before you're “ready,” why done is better than perfect, and how Amy gradually scaled a team that supports hundreds of agencies today—all without sacrificing the life she wanted. If you’ve ever craved more flexibility or struggled to trust your gut, Amy’s story will resonate.

About Amy Foley:

Amy Foley is the co-founder of Inbound Back Office, a remote support team for marketing agencies. She’s passionate about helping others build businesses that align with their values and give them the freedom to live fully, on their terms.

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🌐 Website: https://www.inboundbackoffice.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-back-office/
💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inboundbackoffice/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inboundbackoffice/

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In this episode, Nikita opens up about how grief and illness shaped her entrepreneurial journey, why honoring your limitations can lead to greater freedom, and how your voice, exactly as it is, is the key to impact. Whether you're navigating a pivot, struggling with perfectionism, or searching for clarity in your business, Nikita’s insights offer encouragement, strategy, and a deep reminder to trust your inner wisdom.

About Nikita Williams:
Nikita is a mindset and clarity coach for women entrepreneurs who want to build purpose-filled businesses on their terms. She helps her clients ditch the overwhelm and embrace their stories so they can show up with confidence and clarity, without the hustle.

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🌐 Website: https://www.thrivewithnikita.com/
💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivewithnikita/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithnikita/
🎙 Podcast: https://www.craftedtothrive.com/

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What if your next chapter doesn’t look anything like your last one? In this heartfelt conversation, Jessica Gabauer shares how a background in jewelry and coaching sparked the idea for Krysset, a joyful, community-driven boutique featuring over 150 artists and makers.

We talk about the moment she knew it was time for a new creative outlet, the not-so-glamorous start in a tiny hidden space, and why she believes you shouldn’t wait for perfect conditions to begin.

Jessica also shares advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, her thoughts on “pity marketing,” and how handmade goods and small-town charm sparked a movement much bigger than herself.

Whether you're a creative dreaming of your own shop or just figuring out the next right step, this episode is packed with perspective, permission, and encouragement.

About Jessica Gebauer:

Jessica is the founder of Krysset, a beautifully curated boutique and online shop featuring handcrafted goods from over 150 artists and small businesses across the U.S. and Canada. She’s a passionate advocate for creativity, connection, and community—especially in the small batch and handmade space.

Connect with Jessica:

🌐 Website: https://www.krysset.shop

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krysset_shop/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KryssetShop

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In this conversation, Connie shares how an “accidental” origin story led to a purpose-driven career in sales training, coaching, and leadership. You’ll hear how she’s built trust-based relationships with clients for over four decades—and why introverts might secretly make the best salespeople.

We also talk about her 7-step framework for sales rooted in love, care, and respect, and how to keep showing up (even when things get tough).

About Connie Whitman:
Connie is the CEO of Changing the Sales Game, a bestselling author, speaker, and the host of two top-rated podcasts. For over 40 years, she’s helped business owners and sales teams ditch outdated tactics and lead with service, strategy, and heart.

Connect with Connie:
🌐 Website: https://changingthesalesgame.com
🎙 Podcasts: Changing the Sales Game and Enlightenment of Change
🎁 Free Resource: Communication Style Assessment

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We talk about the power of showing up as you are, why mindset matters more than posing when it comes to photography, and the surprising clarity that can come from following your curiosity. Sandra’s story is a reminder that the things that make us feel different are often our greatest strengths.

About Sandra Costello:
Sandra is a photographer, joy spreader, and founder of SandraLovesYou.com. She helps people feel seen, celebrated, and confident in front of the camera—exactly as they are.

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🌐 Website: https://www.sandralovesyou.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandracostellophotography/
💬 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandracostellophotography/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandracostellophotography/

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What started as a fundraiser for her high school students became a national brand with heart, and helped send 13 girls to college. But for Melissa Camilleri, success wasn’t just about revenue. After scaling her e-commerce business and launching a bestselling course, she knew something had to change.

In this episode, Melissa shares the real story behind her leap from classroom teacher to six-figure entrepreneur, and why she walked away at the height of her success. We talk about the power of service, how to blend heart with strategy, and what it looks like to build a business that honors your life, not runs it.

Whether you're scaling, pivoting, or just starting out, Melissa offers wisdom on navigating change, trusting your gut, and standing for the and—the idea that you can be a present parent and run a thriving business, earn abundantly and serve meaningfully, and live a life that reflects all of who you are.

About Melissa Camilleri:

Melissa Camilleri is a former teacher turned entrepreneur and co-founder of Stand for the And and The Prosper Network. She helps thought leaders and impact-driven businesses scale sustainably, without selling their souls.

Connect with Melissa:

🌐 Website: https://standfortheand.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissacamilleri/
🎙 Masterclass: https://standfortheand.com/soldout

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What if your next chapter could be your most powerful yet? In this episode, Diane Woodford shares how she rewired—not retired—after a fulfilling career in healthcare and education. With vibrant energy and deep wisdom, she unpacks the origin story of her voice, her shift from nursing to teaching, and how everything in life prepares us for what comes next.

We talk about what it means to live in service without burning out, why honoring your inner voice matters, and how her newest book, Aftercare: Finding Peace Beyond Trauma, was born from trauma, healing, and a mission to help others find peace. We also dive into how the Love Drops Podcast began as a pandemic project and became a global storytelling platform.

Whether you’re stepping into something new or just wondering what’s next, Diane’s story is a reminder that you can keep leaping—with love, light, and purpose.

About Diane Woodford:

Diane is a retired healthcare professional turned author, speaker, and co-host of the Love Drops podcast. She's committed to mentoring young women and helping others use their voice and life experience to create real impact in the world.

Connect with Diane Woodford:

🌐 Website: https://paths2transformation.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-woodford/
🎙 Podcast: Love Drops Podcast
📘 Book: Aftercare: Finding Peace Beyond Trauma (available via website and pre-order August 2)

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In this episode, Michelle shares the powerful story of how motherhood helped her redefine success, what it was like starting Lone Red & Co. in the early days of online business, and how she eventually pivoted from design work into strategic marketing consulting. If you've ever wondered how to build a life-first business (and why flexibility is worth more than a big paycheck), this one’s for you.

Michelle also breaks down the biggest mistake she sees small businesses make with branding—and how to uncover simple shifts that increase leads, revenue, and impact without burnout.

About Michelle Knox:
Michelle Knox is the founder of Lone Red & Company and a small business growth consultant who helps purpose-driven brands uncover the small but mighty shifts that boost their impact. Her work spans brand strategy, marketing systems, and visual identity—all rooted in a practical, real-life approach to sustainable business.

📬 Connect with Michelle:
🌐 Website: https://lonered.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonered

 

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In this episode, Jennifer shares the raw truth of what it’s like to lose your joy, the shame that comes with admitting you’re no longer happy, and the soul-searching that helped her rediscover her mission. We also talk about trauma, reinvention, and the power of storytelling as a way to heal, connect, and lead.

Whether you’re in the middle of a pivot or wondering if it’s time to walk away from something that no longer fits, you’ll walk away from this conversation feeling seen, inspired, and reminded that your voice and vision matter more than ever.

About Jennifer Zenz-Olson
Jennifer is a coach, speaker, and former therapist who helps women reclaim their power, reconnect with their purpose, and create aligned, soul-led businesses. She brings decades of experience in mental health and healing to her work, and she’s not afraid to keep it real.

Connect with Jennifer Zenz-Olson
🌐 Website: https://www.laughinglotuswellness.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferzenzolson
📺 YouTube: Laughing Lotus Wellness
📱Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laughinglotuswellness/

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In this episode, Camille shares her unexpected path from zoo education to ballroom dance studio owner to financial strategist and optimization coach. We dive into how she rebuilt after failure, why she believes in building businesses around real needs (not just clever ideas), and how prioritizing, scheduling, and accountability (her PSA!) can transform your productivity and mindset. Her story is equal parts real, hilarious, and inspiring.

About Camille Diaz:
Camille brings zombiepreneurs back to life. She's a wealth strategist, optimization coach, connector, podcaster, author, and speaker. With a background in education and entrepreneurship, she helps inspired business owners calm the chaos and build systems that actually work—without burning out.

How to Get in Touch with Camille:
🌐 Website: https://camillediaz.com
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/camillediaz
🎙 Podcast: The Real Deal with Camille
🎁 Free Masterclass: camillediaz.com/masterclass
🎁 Free Guide: camillediaz.com/habits

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What happens when the life you thought you wanted no longer fits the person you’re becoming? For Kristi Mitchell, motherhood cracked open a deeper truth—and set her on a path to build a business that honored her life, her family, and her strengths.

In this episode, Kristi shares the raw and honest moments behind her transition from a corporate career to marketing strategist for service-based businesses. We talk about why motherhood changed everything, how to overcome the fear of starting your own thing, and why marketing doesn’t have to be overwhelming to be effective. Kristi also shares her best advice for anyone thinking about taking the leap—and what she wishes every business owner knew about showing up with clarity and confidence.

About Kristi Mitchell:

Kristi Mitchell is a marketing strategist who helps service-based business owners—especially those who’ve grown through word-of-mouth—create simple, strategic plans to scale. Through her business, Marketing Uncomplicated, she empowers entrepreneurs to ditch the overwhelm and market themselves with confidence and ease.

Connect with Kristi Mitchell:

🌐 Website: https://kristimitchell.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristimitchellmarketing
🎙 Podcast: Unf*dge Your Marketing

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What happens when you realize the life you've worked so hard to build no longer fits the one you want most? For Allison Ditmer, that moment came during the pandemic, when working from home made her realize she wanted something different. More flexibility. More intention. More time with her kids.

In this episode, Allison shares her transition from a corporate digital marketing career to becoming a sought-after LinkedIn content strategist for women founders and CEOs. We talk about the fears and realities of going out on your own, the power of saying yes to scary-but-exciting opportunities, and how showing up consistently online changed everything.

About Allison Ditmer:

Allison Ditmer is a LinkedIn content strategist who helps women founders and CEOs show up with confidence and clarity. A former corporate marketer, she now empowers other women to grow purpose-driven businesses by using their voice and story to connect online.

Connect with Allison:

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonditmer

🎁 Free Gift: The Content Cup Newsletter: https://allison-ditmer.kit.com/280ec9ba07

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