Straight Talk For Smart Business Women

Lisa Boe of HomeWithABoe.com loves helping people.  Whether it is coaching first time buyers/sellers through the process, helping with various community service boards, or volunteering at area schools, she gets filled up by helping others succeed.  Lisa doesn’t “sell real estate”, she creates relationships with her clients that transcend just the transaction.  She realizes this is not just buying property but about families getting “unstuck”.  It could be they are stuck because they don’t know how to start, stuck because they feel they can’t afford it, or stuck because the process seems too daunting.   She is there to create a roadmap and help her clients attain their family’s dream home.  •       Build quality relationships •      Come from contribution •      Keep pulling levers You can reach Lisa and take advantage of the following items mentioned in the interview by: Website.  www.homewithaboe.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisaboe  For information on the APP, text Lisa at 651-769-5009    

Cary MacArthur’s mission is to connect women to their virtue, power and purpose. At the top of her list of passions, Cary MacArthur loves to learn about people and what makes them tick. She currently holds a BA in both Spanish and Psychology and is currently working toward an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy.  Cary continues to lives by her Five Foundational Steps. Sometimes she goes deep, and sometimes she just needs a quick check-in. As a result, she can honestly say that not only does she love her life, she also loves LIVING her LIFE-- out loud and on purpose! Start before you are ready It’s not about me. It’s not about the money. Cary loves social media.  Connect with her on Facebook www.Facebook.com/cary.macarthur  Instagram @carymac Twitter @carymac  You can find more information and access her podcasts at www.CaryMacArthur.com 

Emma Robinson’s purpose is to awaken the greatness in herself and others.  She does this in a multitude of ways.  Since 2010 Emma has worked as a Communication Consultant helping small businesses, non profit organizations and public figures discover their innate and inherent value and express that value through the execution of visually-striking brands and engaging content.  At owner of Empowered Emotion, Emma employs alternative healing modality to help individuals empower themselves to create deep and meaningful transformations in their lives.   Emma is passionate about providing others with information and tools that create real and lasting change in their business and lives.  That is why she shares a multitude of resources on her website EmpoweredEmotion.com and is co-owner of Phoenix Game, LLC – a game of healing and transformation that will be launched this fall.   Recognize when you are in the flow and when you are not Identify where there is an imbalance in your flow Take one small step in any area o

Craig Hallenberger is an expert in, and has a passion for, helping people get the results they desire in all aspects of their life. He teaches people a simple brain hack that will completely change your life. After 25 years of struggling, Craig discovered something so powerful it changed his life forever and is the basis of how he helps clients change their lives to today. The life he was living was the result of a program that he was not consciously aware of. He was determined to figure out what this program was and change it to create the life he desired. Today, he does this through a simple brain hack that allows him to make the best decisions of his life, re-program himself to match his desired outcome and take the actions necessary to achieve it. Craig's three business lessons: Simplify your message Use what you do Stick to it To reach Craig you can go to his website www.CraigHallenberger.com

Michelle Hartman Smith is a solo-preneur and owner of BeYOUtiful Life, which is her business dedicated to transformation, energy and authenticity.  She launched her business 5 years ago, and asserts that if you really want to get to know yourself, start a business!  She is certified as a Mastery Level Higher Brain Living Facilitator, and has embodied the title of a Heightened Empowerment Coach, as she helps people create new perspectives around the things most important to them, and then uses a gentle touch protocol to anchor the changes of transformation into their higher, most evolved brain physiology.  This allows for sustainable life changes and therefore an ability for people to get past fear and up-level into their fullest potential and aliveness in life!    Listen to Michelle’s three lessons on growing your business: Trust your intuition before you invest Be courageous and ask for what you need Practice self care and make it a priority You can reach Michelle via her website www.BeYOUtifullife.com  

International speaker and author Leta Greene doesn’t want to intimidate any of you, but she is known as “HOTNESS.” At 12, she won the Boy Scout arm wrestling competition. None of those boys ever asked her out.Leta majored in Sign Language and graduated with honors. Ironic, she is REALLY good at not talking! Leta inspires each of us to embrace what makes us individually hot and amazing. As an image consultant and makeup artist for almost twenty years, Leta has helped clients to not only look their best, but to feel their best in the workplace. Her message is one of honoring yourself through being authentic to who you are. It is through humor, stories, and a new way of seeing the everyday that makes Leta’s audiences of all ages want to hold on for more!   Leta is the mother of Nathaniel, Ailsa and Katelynn. Who are the most adorable children.  Just follow her on Facebook and you will see that they are amazing. She says her kids and hubby bring it home for her; anytime she thinks she is too cool, it’s time to c

Where are they now? Welcome to a new addition to the Straight Talk for Smart Business Women Podcast.  Let’s check in with some of my previous guests to find out what new is happening in their business. Sarah Leitschuh was the first guest on my show when it launched two years ago.  Since then she has opened her own therapy office and added coaching therapists in discovering how to energize their work and not leave themselves depleted when it comes to self care, personal interests and relationships. Listen in as Sarah shares her “updated” business lessons: WE are all going to get scared in business Invest in yourself and in your business As your business grows you will need to adjust your systems to avoid overwhelm Build in accountability partners You can find Sarah in the following locations. Learn more about Sarah's therapy practice at www.sarahleitschuhcounseling.com Or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sarahleitschuhcounseling/  Learn more about the services Sarah offers for other therapists at www.

Barbara Brodsho is a Soul Purpose Coach & Holistic Healer whose mission is to work with spiritual seekers, conscious creators, and leaders who are unfulfilled, lack passion or feel stuck in their current circumstances related to their vocation, a relationship, or another life area. She empowers them to express their soul’s innate gifts and embrace their life experiences from their soul’s perspective using their Akashic Record. She uses a holistic approach to help people heal issues on a soul-level, as well as emotionally, mentally, spiritually and physically. She guides them to set effective intentions and take action steps to achieve their heart’s desires using their soul’s manifesting blueprint. As a result, they experience greater joy, abundance and fulfillment while creating and living passionate, purpose-filled lives. Listen in as Barbara shares her three business lessons: Discover your soul level gifts an use them to define your business Understand how the energy that becomes stuck in your busine

Lori Zimmerman is an agent with State Farm Insurance and has been since 1986.  She was born and raised in Hudson, Wisconsin and still has a boat in the Hudson Marina.  She is wife and mother of three children.  She graduated from St Cloud State University in Business Administration in 1986 and went to work directly with State Farm.  She attributes her success to being young and used to not having much money to live on.  This allowed her time to build her business and create the solid foundation she has today. Listen in to her three business lessons: Take care of your customer and the rest will fall into place Ask everyone! Don't skip the little stuff. To reach Lori and learn more about her or her business, call 651-731-8252 to schedule a time to talk.

DANITA BYE, M.A. is a leadership and sales development expert. Valuable experiences, ranging from a sales leader at Xerox Corporation to private equity ownership, provided leadership coaching, mentoring, and leadership insight for all ages. She’s also been invited to serve Forbes Coaches Council.  Danita Bye is a dynamic speaker and her main focus is on helping experienced leaders of character gain an understanding of the importance of their roles in shaping young Millennial Leaders. As an accomplished speaker she also speaks about Sales and Sales Management Improvement and Faith Work Integration. Danita is the founder of Sales Growth Specialists and has served on the boards of private Christian universities, as well as the North Dakota Economic Development Foundation.  She is a mother of three millennials and is passionate about inspiring business leaders who see investing in their millennial leaders as a key business growth and succession strategy, integral to their leadership legacy. Her latest book, Mille

Gressa Schroeder, Owner of Gotcha Covered of Woodbury. Design and creativity have always been at the heart of Gressa’s work. She started her window treatment business after fifteen successful years as a graphic designer and small business owner. When it was time to make a change, she chose to continue her career as a creative professional with Gotcha Covered because it allowed her to work directly with customers whom she knew would appreciate her work. Listen in as Gressa shares her three business lessons and experience in moving into a franchise business on this week’s Straight Talk for Smart Business Women podcast. •        Learn from mistakes •        Be in it for the long haul •        Set goals To reach Gressa or learn more about her company, there are several options: gressaschroeder@gotchcovered.com www.gotchacovered.com/woodbury Linked In:  Gressa Schroeder Facebook page:  Gotcha Covered of Woodbury

Nikki’s love of numbers and love for people perfectly collided when she chose to pursue a career as a CPA. After a few years in the industry and partnering one on one with clients to help them succeed and reach their goals, Nikki knew she could continue to help clients excel in ways that they never expected. By caring about clients on a personal level while bringing structure and solutions to issues, she has been able to help countless business owners continue to be passionate and successful at what they do. It is this extra level of care and hard work that has allowed Nikki to help her clients in multiple areas, instead of just one. This encompasses the mission of Roach Associates, which Nikki is now a partner of. When she isn’t working with clients, Nikki is spending time camping and bike riding with her husband, son, daughter, and the family dog. She also enjoys reading and volunteering when her schedule allows. Listen in as Nikki shares her three business lessons from her own experience and observing the

  Allison Liddle is a John Maxwell Team certified keynote speaker, executive coach, and leadership trainer who is passionate about helping people thrive both personally and professionally. As an entrepreneur, she started her first business at age twenty-three. She then went on to found a national, award-winning financial planning firm called Prosper Wealth Management that has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, and many other national media outlets. Allison is a lifelong Wisconsin resident; she currently lives in central Wisconsin with her family. Life Under Construction is her first book. Allison shares three very insightful business lessons: Choose who you serve Follow your intuition and serve that first Serve first to gain business If you listen to the podcast in the first week of February, Allison will be giving away 10 free copies of her book.  Listen in to find out how. Allison also provides a FREE workbook to accompany her book.  You can find this on her website. For additional questions or comments,

Tracy Pleschourt, a former advertising executive, left corporate America in 2014 to pursue a lifestyle career in serving women. The rigorous, time consuming demands of corporate kept Tracy from living the life she desired and although her career was successful she felt compelled to redirect her efforts into raising a happy, healthy family, pursuing a life of personal growth, and mentoring women across the country who want to do the same. Tracy is the founder and SHE-E-O of SheStyle. A Minneapolis based business that counsels women on the most effective and efficient ways to start their own online business. Tracy dedicates her work and efforts to ambitious women everywhere that are yearning for direction and a better way of approaching the success that they desire. Tracy instills confidence and a call to action in women who seek career advice in areas of transition, start up, and revitalization. Tracy’s message is clear: You can have a beautifully designed, successful career that supports personal passions a

Tricia Wood owns Dance and Entertainment Studios in the Twin Cities, with her main location in Woodbury, Minnesota.  She teaches over 20 styles of Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Country Dancing, to singles and couples of all ages and levels.  In addition to the studios, she has also taught at several country clubs, churches, schools, community & senior centers, health & wellness programs, and galas.     Tricia and local celebrities have danced in Twin Cities competitions to raise money for charity.  She has also been recognized with awards including Woodbury’s Business of the Year.  In addition to teaching, Tricia choreographs, performs, and competes with her students too.  She has taught on cruises in Europe, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and throughout the Caribbean and Bahamas, for Garrison Keillor's “Prairie Home Companion,” and for “Dancers at Sea.”  (She is leaving Dec. 29 to teach on another 8-day cruise).   Tricia Wood is a divorced, single mom of two kids (her son is 8, daughter is 7).  She was married you

Shawndel is the powerhouse behind Spader Group, LLC. She earned her degree in Business Management and Accounting from Rasmussen Business College and has over 19 years of experience with managing business finances. She greets each client with a smile and energetic initiative to develop a plan so they can accomplish their goals. Listen in to her three business lessons: Know your numbers to use as a resource to make business decisions Be super clear about who you serve and how you serve them Delegate - it is a skill to learn You can learn more about Shawndel at www.SpaderGroup.com or email her at Shawndel@SpaderGroup.com   Mention you heard this podcast and receive 10% off your initial services.

Christina Mahady is principal and creative director of Mahady Creative Services, a one-woman creative services firm based in St. Paul, Minnesota. For over 10 years, Christina has worked with local and national companies and organizations on developing new brands and expanding existing ones, with a focus on crafting a cohesive and concise visual presence for her clients. While specializing in graphic design and information graphics, Christina also provides copy writing and editing services on an individual basis. And while woman can do a lot, she can't do it all! Christina works with a tribe of fellow creatives specializing in video production, web design, digital content creation, event planning and photography, allowing her to coordinate between her clients and co-horts. Listen in as Christina shares her business story and three business lessons: Hire an accountant Always have a plan for when business challenges arise Be careful in distinguishing clients and friends You can reach Christina at www.MahadyCre

LAURIE PHILLIPS, a co-founder of Museum Sage and a Master Guide and Trainer, loves helping people find answers to their life challenges through artworks and historical objects. Laurie is an artist whose art asks the question, “what’s it like to be you?” Laurie also works as a life coach for women who feel overwhelmed by their job, their health or their relationships and are yearning for joy and well-being. Listen in as Laurie shares her business story and three business lessons: Self-management Form partnerships of all kinds Listen to your customers and use their language For more information about Laurie and her work, go to www.MuseumSage.com.  You can read stories of the powerful work she does at www.MuseumSage.com/stories  ________________________________ Connect to deeper knowing and bypass your head. Museums are my happy place. Access your own deeper knowledge and knowing. Lesson #1:  Self-management I can get lost in the weeds of technology and details. Staying connected to core values and vision will

Author of Prepare for Your Perfect Portrait Stephanie Oman has spent the past 13 years working on the portrait industry, not as a photographer, but as a portrait consultant, preparing clients for their session, and working with them on their selections.  She works with her husband, Rod Oman, who is the photographer and founder of The Imagery portrait photography studio.  The studio has been recognized nationally for its excellence in photography and being a leader in home based photography business.  As one of the largest independently owned home-based studios in Minnesota, they have spoke locally and throughout the Midwest on running your own photography business.  Stephanie focuses her training on sales and marketing.    Stephanie shares her three business lessons:   Don't let perfectionism side step you. Always have a goal in mind. Know thyself. You can download two chapters of her book at www.theimagery.net.  You can also find ways to contact her if you have any questions on her interview. _____________

As the inventor and founder of MüD (pronounced Mood) Modular, Amy Lokken has over 20 years of experience in the design world. Throughout her career in the shopping center industry, Amy saw a need for businesses to learn how to showcase their products and services in everyday places. Listen in as Amy shares her business story and three business lessons. Persistance is first and foremost Own your vision Surround yourself with people who have your best interest in mind You can access Amy's free resource "10 Ways To Have Sales Displays Standout" at www.mudmodular.com   Her contact information and social media connections are also on that site. _______________________________ Amy jumped in with both feet and had no clear plan. When you jump in blindly, you don't know what to be fearful of.  You don't know what you don't know. I decided to take my destiny into my own hands We are given blessings every day.   The blessings we don't realize give us the biggest lessons in our life. We do need to look in the rearview