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Have you ever poured your heart into building something from the ground up—only to face an unexpected pivot that asks you to begin again? That’s exactly the kind of conversation we’re having today with Ral West, a seasoned entrepreneur who built and sold an eight-figure business—and now helps others do the same, without losing their life in the process. In This Episode: How Ral built a thriving multi-million dollar business by systemizing operations, empowering her team, and embracing bold, strategic risks. The real meaning of “living the dream” for women entrepreneurs—freedom, travel, vitality, and creating a business you don’t need a vacation from. Why chasing traditional success once cost her everything—and how redefining success on her own terms brought her health, happiness, and deep fulfillment. How building strong, scalable systems—both in life and in business—creates space to rise above the daily grind and focus on what truly matters. The mindset shifts every woman entrepreneur

Burnout is real—and it's rising. Especially for women entrepreneurs who are building big visions, raising families, leading teams, and holding it all. Today, I’m joined by Chris Vasiliadis, burnout-buster, and founder of Priority Wellness. This is a conversation every woman should hear—especially the ones who “have it all together.” Because success doesn't require chronic exhaustion. And you don’t have to burn out to make an impact. In This Episode: Chris Vasiliadis shares how a life-changing MS diagnosis led her to help women avoid burnout and build energy-aligned, purpose-driven lives and businesses. Discover the sneaky signs of burnout you might be missing—and how to reclaim your energy before it’s too late. Learn the power of the 3 Rs—Remove, Reduce, or Respond—to navigate energy drains and create sustainable, soul-aligned momentum in your life and work. Explore how choosing the meaning we assign to life’s biggest challenges and allowing ourselves to process emotions before moving f

Have you ever told yourself, “I’m just not the creative type”? My guest today is about to shift that belief. Dr. Amy Climer is a creativity and innovation expert who has worked with powerhouse organizations like the Mayo Clinic and Stanford—but what she shares with us in this conversation is deeply relevant to entrepreneurs growing soul-aligned businesses. We talk about what it really means to lead with creativity, the surprising habits that unlock innovation, and how to clear the hidden blocks that get in the way of fresh thinking. If you’re ready to spark new ideas, lead more powerfully, and bring more creative energy into how you grow and serve—this conversation is for you. In This Episode: How Dr. Amy Climer made creativity a learnable skill and now helps women entrepreneurs and purpose-driven leaders unlock soulful innovation and impact. The habits of high performers who create focused space, remove distractions, and use pen and paper to amplify creativity and grow their business with

Today’s guest, Lynn Thomas, knows that journey intimately. As the co-founder and longtime CEO of Eagala, she spent over two decades shaping one of the most recognized global organizations integrating horses into mental health services. But in 2020, she faced an unexpected and painful split with the organization’s board—a moment that could have ended the story. Instead, it became the beginning of a new one. Lynn went on to found not one, but two mission-driven organizations: Arenas for Change (ARCH) and Horses for Mental Health (HMH). In just three years, HMH has raised over $1 million and reached millions of people, while ARCH is changing how facilitators support clients with values-based, emotionally safe practices rooted in story. In This Episode: Lynn Thomas shares how a chance encounter with horses changed her life—and how building a global nonprofit led to heartbreak, reinvention, and a powerful new beginning. Discover how burnout nearly ended her journey—until an unexpected spark fro

What’s your exit plan? We pour so much of ourselves into building our businesses—our time, our energy, our vision. But far too often, we don’t think about how we’ll leave them. And not just from a financial standpoint, but from a place of purpose, alignment, and legacy. Today’s guest, Renita Wolf, is here to change that conversation. After a high-level career in finance at Fortune 50 companies like Wells Fargo and Hewlett-Packard, Renita launched Poe Wolf Partners to help business owners—especially women—exit their companies with clarity, confidence, and intention. She blends rock-solid financial strategy with soul-centered planning, guiding entrepreneurs to grow, prepare, and let go of what they’ve built in a way that feels aligned and empowering. In This Episode: How Renita Wolf transitioned from a corporate career in finance and mergers & acquisitions to empowering women entrepreneurs with strategic, heart-centered business exit planning. Why preparing for a business exit is both an emotio

Connection has been at the heart of my success—it’s been the fuel behind my biggest business moves, the foundation of my growth, and the source of some of my deepest friendships. And when I met today’s guest, I knew we shared a belief in the power of women lifting other women. Jean LaVallie is the founder of WESOS – Women Entrepreneurs Secrets of Success, a thriving network that started as a single chapter in the suburbs of Chicago and has since expanded across multiple states. Her belief in collaboration over competition has brought thousands of women together, proving that when we rise, we rise together. In This Episode: Jean LaVallie shares how being overlooked in the corporate world at age 50 sparked her entrepreneurial journey and inspired the founding of WESOS (Women Entrepreneurs Secrets of Success)—a powerful women’s business network built on trust, support, and authentic relationships. Discover how WESOS grew from a local women’s networking meetup in Illinois to nearly 20 nationwide

Today, we’re diving into a conversation that blends heart, purpose, and transformation with my friend, the incredible Kansas Carradine. She brings a unique perspective on the wisdom of horses and the power of connection. As a HeartMath Certified Trainer, she helps people tap into emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and deep presence—both in the equine world and beyond. Her work has taken her from the rodeo arena to global leadership spaces, including the C20 India Presidency, where she helped shape policy recommendations for gender equality, holistic health, and sustainable communities. In This Episode: Kansas Carradine shares how a 400-mile horseback expedition across Patagonia became a life-changing rite of passage that awakened deep resilience, spiritual connection, and a profound bond with motherhood, horses, and the natural world. She reveals how her evolution from elite trick rider to equine-facilitated transformation coach led her to integrate HeartMath and energetic coherence into h

I am thrilled to introduce you to someone who embodies what it means to lead with compassion, vision, and purpose—Tamra Ryan. For over 21 years, Tamra served as the CEO of Women’s Bean Project, a renowned social enterprise that has transformed countless lives by providing transitional employment to women seeking to break the cycle of chronic unemployment and poverty. In today’s episode, we’ll dive into the concept of Followship, the subject of Tamra’s new book, and explore how this approach can help leaders build trust, inspire their teams, and create meaningful impact. Tamra will share her insights on why new leaders often struggle, how they can engage and motivate their followers, and what it truly means to become a leader worth following. In This Episode: How the Women’s Bean Project helps women break the cycle of chronic unemployment by providing meaningful work, personal development, and a path to self-sufficiency. The impact the Women’s Bean Project has had on 5,000+ women, creating a r

Today's conversation is one we all need—trusting ourselves and allowing support to elevate us. As women, we often carry the weight of the world, but what if receiving support is actually the key to unlocking our greatest potential? I’m thrilled to welcome Shoshanna French to the show. She believes that nothing extraordinary is accomplished alone. This conversation is about owning your power, stepping into leadership, and realizing you don’t have to do it all alone. In This Episode: Shoshanna French shares how a chance encounter with a bookstore owner who recognized her from a dream led her to metaphysics, mentorship, and the creation of her Intuitive Blueprint for leaders. She reveals how embracing support, overcoming people-pleasing, and saying yes to unexpected opportunities transformed her life and can do the same for you. Learn how trusting your intuition starts with recognizing where you already feel confident. Discover how the right influences can shape you into the leader you’re

We’re changing things up today, diving into a conversation that looks at our role as women in a different way—specifically, how we can play a pivotal role in fostering healthy masculinity in both the workplace and at home. It’s a topic that’s becoming increasingly important in today’s world, and who better to explore it with than my dear friend Moe Carrick. In this episode, Moe shares her powerful insights on emotional intelligence, the connection advantage, and what’s happening with men right now as an identity group. We’ll explore how women can show up as leaders in creating workplaces where everyone thrives, and why emotional intelligence plays out differently for men and women. Moe’s guiding belief that “when we thrive at work, everybody wins” couldn’t be more relevant, and I’m so excited for you to hear her wisdom on how we can build healthier, more connected workplaces. In This Episode: What does healthy masculinity look like—and how can women help cultivate it in the workplace and beyo

I’m excited about today’s conversation because it’s not every day that I get to sit down with a friend and neighbor for this podcast. Tim Salmans is someone I deeply respect—his wisdom around conscious leadership, decision-making, and tapping into our Divine ability is something we all need more of in our lives. Tim’s work is centered on helping people make better choices—whether in business, leadership, or life. And let’s be real: the choices we make shape everything. The businesses we build, the relationships we nurture, and the way we lead ourselves and others. His insights are powerful for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses with clarity and alignment, and for anyone ready to step into a more intentional way of leading and living. In This Episode: Tim Salmans shares his transformative journey from emotional bankruptcy to self-discovery, proving that reconnecting with your innate divinity can spark lasting change. Learn how shedding old labels and embracing self-awareness can u

I’m thrilled to welcome Gretchen Fox Palmer, a powerhouse in high-stakes communications, emotional intelligence, and culture change. She’s here to bust the myth that emotions don’t belong at work—because they’re actually a leadership advantage. Today we’re exploring how emotional intelligence helps you lead with confidence, make better decisions, and build lasting trust. Plus, as a fellow equine-assisted learning facilitator, Gretchen shares how horses teach leadership, presence, and awareness like nothing else can. In This Episode: Learn how emotional intelligence can transform leadership, improve workplace culture, and create stronger, more engaged teams. Discover how equine-facilitated leadership training helps leaders build trust, set boundaries, and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness. Find out why emotions are a powerful leadership tool that can drive connection, innovation, and lasting impact. Get practical strategies to lead with authenticity, inspire your team, and cultiva

What does it take to build a million-dollar business in your first year? Alexis Eizinas did just that. After decades in the beauty industry, she saw a gap—real, science-backed products for women embracing their natural silver hair. Silvering Beauty quickly soared past $1 million, but this is more than a business—it’s a movement. Alexis is redefining beauty standards and proving that wisdom is beautiful. As someone on my own silvering journey, this conversation feels personal, and I can’t wait for you to hear her insights. In This Episode: How Alexis Eizinas built a $1 million business in just one year by identifying an untapped market—women embracing their natural silver hair—and turning it into a thriving beauty brand. Her bold decision to leave a high-paying job and self-fund Silvering Beauty, taking a leap of faith to create products she believed in. The challenges of launching a beauty startup during COVID, from supply chain disruptions to formulating high-quality, non-toxic products whil

I am so excited about today's episode because I get to sit down with my dear friend and client, Dr. Lee Weisbard. She is an incredible woman who has built a thriving, high-touch, million-dollar dental practice. But what makes her practice stand out is her philosophy. She has created a patient-centered experience that isn't just about fixing teeth. It's about whole-body wellness, confidence, and truly caring for the people she serves. Lee's journey is one of passion, purpose, and intentional business growth. She's taken a stand in her industry, prioritizing relationships over insurance-driven models. And in doing so, she has built a wildly successful practice that changes lives. Today, we're diving into how she built a seven-figure business that thrives on deep relationships, the connection between oral health and overall wellness, and the life-changing impact of aesthetic dentistry. In This Episode: Dr. Lee Weisbard shares how she grew a seven-figure dental practice by prioritizing whole-body welln

Today’s guest is someone who shares my love for one of the most powerful platforms out there—LinkedIn. LinkedIn is my platform of choice as well. It’s a space with less noise, where I can bring long-form content that showcases my teachings and engage in meaningful conversations about growing businesses and amplifying voices. Benita Samuel's mission is to empower professionals, especially women, to confidently show up, share their expertise, and step into their power. She has navigated some significant life transitions over the past year, and in today’s conversation, we’ll dive into how those moments have shaped her perspective and her path moving forward. We’ll also explore her guiding principle of “faith over fear”, why LinkedIn is such a valuable platform for personal branding, and how showing up authentically can open doors to incredible opportunities. In This Episode: Benita Samuels shares her journey of navigating profound life shifts, embracing uncertainty, and stepping into 2025 with rene

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Katja Pischel, a mountain and nature enthusiast living between Germany and Colorado. With a background as a former executive in corporate tech and experience in the start-up world, Katja now helps leaders and entrepreneurs create impactful personal brands. In this episode, she shares her journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, her personal experience navigating severe health challenges, and the powerful insights found in her new book, And Then Life Happened. Katja’s message is one of resilience, connection, and the transformative power of women supporting women. In This Episode: Katja Pischel shares her inspiring journey from Microsoft to entrepreneurship, driven by personal challenges and the deep desire to live in alignment with her true purpose. Learn how she overcame a vision crisis in 2024, keeping her business thriving with strong systems, clear priorities, and simplified marketing strategies. Uncover the power of resilience and authenticity a

Today’s guest is someone whose work is nothing short of magical. Ruth Kent is a gifted leader in transformational energy work, helping individuals release inherited beliefs and energy blocks to step into their full potential and live in alignment with abundance. I’ve had the honor of not only walking alongside Ruth in my Soul+Strategy Mastermind for several years but also being the recipient of her incredible energy work—and let me tell you, it’s powerful! This past fall, at our Extraordinary Women Ignite conference, I was thrilled to present Ruth with the Firedancer Award, an honor celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments of one mastermind member each year. Ruth’s business has seen phenomenal growth, with a 32% increase in revenue this year, surpassing six figures. She’s stepped onto stages across the nation, guested on podcasts each month, and hosted online trainings that consistently bring new clients into her programs. Ruth’s commitment to visibility, combined with her clarity, purpose, and the ma

Today’s episode is close to my heart. I’m thrilled to welcome Tyler Jane Jones, a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of Tyler Jane & Co. Tyler has skyrocketed her business growth by 470% this year, all while balancing her life as a mom of two. She helps small business owners streamline operations, reduce overwhelm, and achieve strategic growth through intentional systems. If you’re ready to scale your business with ease and create a life that aligns with your values, this episode will inspire you to take action and build flow.   In This Episode: Discover how Tyler Jane Jones turned her corporate expertise into a thriving six-figure business, empowering moms and entrepreneurs with scalable systems, soulful strategies, and streamlined solutions. Confidently delegate tasks to reclaim time and build trust in your team, fueling sustainable business growth. Learn strategies for scaling your business without burnout, using authentic marketing and clear workflows. Explore how to effectively embrace AI

Women’s voices, women’s wisdom—this is the medicine the earth needs right now. In 2025, it’s more important than ever that we raise up our voices, our visibility, and our businesses to create the change we’re being called to lead. I’m more committed than ever to my mission of raising up the voices of one million women around the world—women who are ready to stand in their power, share their stories, and make an impact. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Danaya Wilson is the founder of BetterCertify and a passionate advocate for women in the workplace. After 18 years in the male-dominated trades industry, Danaya has seen firsthand the barriers women face—and she’s on a mission to break them down. She’s the author of Changemakers Wanted and is building a movement to inspire women to rise up, step into leadership, and create lasting change in their organizations and communities. Her journey, her insights on workplace equity, and how we can all step into the role of Changemaker in today’s world. Her message

Speaking is one of the most powerful ways we can do just that—sharing your message builds credibility, helps you tap into new audiences, and brings more people into your circle who know, love, and trust you. It’s how we create ripples of change that extend far beyond ourselves. Today, I am thrilled to introduce someone who shares this deep passion for the power of the stage, AmondaRose Igoe. She is a world-renowned speaking expert who has been featured on CBS, NBC, and FOX News. She’s the author of Pain-Free Public Speaking and Share Your Story and has helped speakers around the globe unlock their potential and elevate their impact. AmondaRose believes that when we truly embody our message, we inspire and ignite real change.   In This Episode: AmondaRose shares how she transformed from a nervous, inexperienced speaker into a world-renowned expert, helping others amplify their speaking success with confidence and creativity. The significance of sharing both your breakdowns and breakthroughs to de