The Bossbabe Podcast

Ever feel like life just feels… flat - even when, on paper, nothing is wrong? In the finale of our 5-part High-Functioning Burnout Exposed series with Awaken the Muse, Natalie, Alexi Panos and Emily Gallagher dig into numbness, stuckness, and the urge to burn it all down. You’ll discover why flatness is actually a signal of misalignment, how to tune into your inner GPS, and the small shifts that bring you back online without overhauling your entire life. You’ll learn a simple self-audit to spot what needs to shift, how to create breathing room when your to-do list never ends, and what it really looks like to design your days with more aliveness, joy, and ease. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 When numbness and avoidance take over 01:55 Stuckness as a signal: what your inner GPS is telling you 03:20 Numb isn’t nothing: why flatness is still information 05:27 Do you really need to blow up your life? 06:52 The self-audit: what to add in, what to let go of 08:34 Designing instead of reacting: subtle shifts that crea

Why does resentment creep into the relationships of ambitious women - especially when you feel like you’re “doing it all”? In Part 4 of our 5-Part High-Functioning Burnout Exposed series with Awaken the Muse, Natalie, Alexi Panos and Emily Gallagher unpack how unspoken needs, over-functioning, and self-betrayal quietly erode intimacy + how to rebuild connection without abandoning your drive. You’ll learn a clearer frame for reverse polarity (respect vs. cherish), how to shift from blame to vulnerable truth, and a simple reset that restores your sense of power and wholeness in a relationship. You’ll leave with tools to read your nervous system, name the desire under the complaint, and create more safety, softness, and spark - without carrying all the emotional load. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why resentment builds for high-performing women 03:20 Modern roles & reverse polarity: respect vs. being cherished 06:52 The resentment–self-betrayal loop (micro “yeses” when you mean no) 08:58 Softness, vulnerability, a

Why does “one more launch… one more zero… one more goal” never feel like enough? In Part 3 of our 5-part High-Functioning Burnout Exposed series with Awaken the Muse, we’re exploring the perpetual chase - that constant striving for more, even when you’ve already achieved so much. This episode unpacks why accomplishment rarely brings the fulfillment we expect, how cultural conditioning keeps women tying their worth to output, and what it really takes to feel satisfied now instead of always chasing the next milestone. Walk away with a sturdier definition of “enough,” a simple way to expand your capacity without overloading your plate, and a journal prompt that helps you create from abundance, not scarcity. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The treadmill of “more”: why achievement never feels like enough 02:33 The warning signs of draining energy and constant mental load 07:10 Craving more things vs. craving more of yourself 08:42 Why rest, play, and pleasure are actually productive 10:31 Breaking the self-sacrificin

Why do so many high-achieving women do all the right things - get 8 hours of sleep, take the supplements, follow the routines - yet still wake up exhausted? In the first episode of this series, we unpacked the overwhelm loop. In Part 2 of our 5-part High-Functioning Burnout Exposed series with Awaken the Muse, Natalie, Alexi Panos and Emily Gallagher dive into energy, vitality and why sleep isn’t solving what’s actually nervous-system and emotional-load related. You’ll hear why healthy habits alone can’t create true vitality, how to reconnect with the signals your body is sending, and the exact reflection that reveals where your energy is leaking: What are you avoiding or pretending not to know? After listening to this episode, you will walk away with simple regulation tools, a new way to understand your body’s needs, and a gentler path to real, sustainable energy. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Doing all the things… and still running on empty 01:18 Vitality vs. cortisol: a new definition of energy 04:33 Burnout as

Why is it that the very habits that drive ambitious women to succeed - the hustle, the long hours, the “I can do it all” mindset - are often the same ones that lead to burnout, anxiety, and resentment? In the first episode of our 5-part series with Awaken the Muse - Natalie, Alexi Panos and Emily Gallagher pull back the curtain on what they call the overwhelm loop - the cycle of urgency, overcommitment, and dysregulation that so many high-achieving women mistake for normal. Together, they share raw stories of postpartum identity shifts, hidden resentment in relationships, and the nervous system patterns that keep us chasing more even when we already feel depleted. You’ll learn what “functional freeze” actually looks like, why capacity can be a mask for self-abandonment, and the micro-practices that help you exhale, reset, and build a more sustainable kind of success. If you’ve ever felt like slowing down means falling behind, this episode will prove the opposite - that nervous system regulation is the real

Why is it that so many ambitious, successful women find themselves feeling disconnected from their feminine energy, and even struggling in their relationships because of it?In this powerful episode, Mama Gena (author of Pussy: A Reclamation and founder of The School of Womanly Arts) joins Natalie to unpack the conditioning that teaches women to “man up” in order to succeed + shares how that very conditioning often leaves us burnt out, resentful, and craving deeper intimacy. You’ll learn why polarity matters in relationships, how to reconnect with your sensuality and pleasure without losing your ambition, and the simple daily practices that can reignite your feminine fire. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing it all but still missing something, this conversation will show you a whole new way forward. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why high-achieving women often lose touch with their feminine fire02:22 - How childhood conditioning and cultural myths shape our relationships06:32 - The real reason polarity breaks down in

EPISODE SUMMARY If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passion into profit - whether that’s writing a book, building a coaching business, or creating a funnel that actually works - this episode is for you. Ashley went from three years of rejection as an aspiring author to becoming an international bestseller and scaling a $2.5M business. Inside, she shares the exact system she used to finally get published, the framework she now teaches her clients, and the sales engine (built through Freedom Fast Track) that continues to bring in consistent revenue. You’ll walk away with practical insights on building a business that feels aligned, marketing without overwhelm, and structuring your weeks for both creative flow and growth. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - The surprising reason most authors face rejection (and how to avoid it) 02:28 - The step-by-step system to finally get your book finished 06:32 - A wake-up call that changed how Ashley approached business and life 11:53 - What to do if you’re multi-passion

EPISODE SUMMARY Feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? From client work to admin to endless content creation, it can feel like there’s never enough time in the day. The logical next step seems to be hiring help, but without a strategy, you can end up with more chaos, more payroll, and not necessarily more freedom. In this episode, Natalie breaks down how to hire like a founder - strategically, intentionally, and for ROI. You’ll learn how to identify the real bottleneck in your business (whether it’s admin, delivery, or sales), when to choose a person versus an AI tool, and how to design roles around outcomes instead of to-do lists. If you’ve been stuck in panic hiring or paralyzed by the fear of building a big team, this conversation will show you how one smart hire (or system) can unlock the next level of growth without adding unnecessary overhead. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why you don’t need a big team to scale, you just need the right hire 01:13 - The danger of panic hiring and how it keeps you

EPISODE SUMMARY *Note: At the time of this recording, Simran’s business was called Girls That Invest - it has since been renamed to Friends That Invest. What if your money could give you freedom - not just someday, but starting now? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Simran Kaur, founder of Friends That Invest, to talk about building real financial security in an uncertain economy. They cover how to recession-proof your income, avoid common money traps, and start investing with confidence, even if you’re starting from zero. Simran shares the simple system behind her early retirement plan, why passive income is often misunderstood, and how to create your own trust fund so your money works for you. If you’ve been avoiding your finances or feeling unsure where to start, this episode will help you take your power back. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Simran shares her journey from optometrist to founder of a global investing platform 02:00 - Why she chose a simple business model with one paid offer, and how it

Are you building a business, or did you accidentally create a high-demand job that’s giving you less return than your 9–5 ever did? In this episode, Natalie is breaking down the most important mindset shift you can make as an entrepreneur: thinking like a founder instead of a freelancer. Because even if you're working solo, your business still needs systems, structure, and scalability - otherwise, it’s just a hustle with a new title. If you’re ready to reclaim your time, build something that works for you (not just because of you), and finally stop doing it all alone, this one’s for you. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Are you running a business… or just a really demanding job? 01:10 - Why even solopreneurs need a founder mindset 02:10 - Freelancer vs. founder: what’s the difference, really? 03:51 - How founders design systems that scale their impact 05:12 - The question that reveals if your business is actually free 06:38 - Shift #1: From doing to delegating (even if it’s just 5 hours/week) 07:53 - Shift #2:

What if the “dream job” you worked so hard to earn… wasn’t your dream anymore? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Lindsay MacMillan - a former VP at Goldman Sachs who walked away from a prestigious Wall Street career to follow a lifelong dream of becoming a published author. Since leaving Wall Street, Lindsay has signed major book deals with Penguin Random House, taken the TEDx stage four times, and created a multi-faceted creative business aligned with her values. Together, they unpack what it really takes to leave a good job, why the “Plan B” trap keeps so many women stuck, and how to navigate the financial, emotional, and identity shifts that come with choosing the creative path.  This conversation is an honest, vulnerable, and deeply empowering look at what happens when you stop settling for a life that looks good on paper, and start creating one that actually feels good. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why Natalie cut her trip short + the power of honoring your season 01:03 - From Wall Street to writing:

The golden era of online business is over, and no one’s saying it loud enough.  In this episode, Natalie breaks down the real reason your launches feel quieter, your content isn’t converting like it used to, and what AI is actually doing to the course, coaching, and creator economy. Spoiler: It’s not about doom and gloom - it’s about evolution. You’ll learn why buyers are savvier than ever, what AI can and can’t replace, and how to future-proof your business by building depth, clarity, and trust. Whether you're a coach, consultant, course creator, or service provider, this episode is your roadmap to staying relevant and wildly in demand over the next 5–10 years. If you've felt like you're working harder for half the results, this conversation will make everything click.  TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - The golden era of “easy online business” is over, here’s why 01:24 - Why so many mid-level creators are quietly burning out 03:03 - What AI is actually replacing (and what still matters) 05:48 - The offers that ar

The online business landscape is shifting, and fast. What worked even three years ago is now dangerously outdated, and most entrepreneurs haven’t caught up. In this episode, Natalie unpacks five non-obvious shifts that founders must make to survive (and thrive) in a rapidly evolving market. You’ll learn why visibility and volume are no longer enough, how AI is commoditizing surface-level content, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts through 2030 and beyond. This episode is your roadmap to the next era of online business: one built on infrastructure, IP, thought leadership, and CEO-level clarity. If you want to stop surviving and start architecting a business designed for longevity, this is a must-listen. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why the old online business playbook is collapsing (and no one’s talking about it) 01:04 - The rise of the Architect Founder + why clarity beats charisma 02:47 - AI, audience evolution + the death of surface-level offers 04:38 - Why your launches are getting flat

Ever wonder what it would take to build a $100K/month business with one offer - even if you had no audience, no email list, and no brand name? In this episode, Natalie breaks down exactly what she would do if she were starting from scratch today. You’ll learn the strategy to grow from zero to consistent $100K months without chasing trends, overcomplicating your funnel, or trying to go viral. This is the blueprint for building a high-profit, high-impact business by solving one real problem for one ideal client and doing it in a way that scales with clarity and simplicity. Whether your goal is $10K/month or $100K/month, this episode will show you how to start strong, stay focused, and sell with confidence, even if you're building from scratch. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - If Natalie had to start from scratch - here’s what she’d do 01:30 - The common mistake keeping people stuck at $0-$10K/month 04:40 - Why your income goals need to align with your life 07:03 - The most urgent, high-value problem to solve 10:14

If you’ve ever felt like the “best-kept secret” in your industry, this episode will change that. Natalie is joined by Rory Vaden, bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders Group, to talk about what it really takes to clarify your personal brand and scale your business around your unique story. You’ll learn Rory’s proven method for finding your true uniqueness, how to become the go-to name in your niche, and why AI makes your humanity more important than ever. This isn’t about going viral, it’s about becoming wealthy and well-known through emotional connection, storytelling, and serving the person you once were. Plus, Rory is giving away his entire audiobook for free and you don’t want to miss it!  TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - The #1 unlock to building a scalable personal brand 02:00 - Why you don’t start with what, you start with who 05:00 - The shortcut to clarifying your personal brand 08:30 - Why copy-paste brands fail (and what to do instead) 13:00 - Rory’s take on being copied + how to stay ori

What do you do when the business you built no longer feels like you? In this episode, Natalie unpacks what it really means when you feel disconnected from your work, how to tell the difference between burnout and boredom, and why it might be time to evolve your business to match who you are now. You’ll learn how to reconnect with your why, audit what’s no longer aligned, and reignite the spark - without burning everything down. If you’ve been questioning whether it’s time for a change, this episode is your permission slip. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - “I don’t feel alive in my business anymore” - what this feeling actually means 01:45 - How to tell the difference between burnout and boredom 04:46 - Why your business may be orbiting an old version of you 07:31 - The Alignment Audit: 5 reflection questions to get honest about what needs to change 10:42 - What pruning your business really looks like and why it’s not about failure 13:05 - The 3-step process to prune, automate, and delegate your way back to align

What does it really take to build a billion-dollar business - without debt, without outside funding, and without losing your family in the process? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Mark Pentecost, founder of It Works!, Impact Professionals, and author of Life of Your Dreams, to talk about what it means to dream big, take risks, and build a life-changing legacy from nothing. From starting out as a high school teacher to becoming a self-made billionaire, Mark shares the 7 steps he followed to go from stuck and surviving, to building a company that’s generated over $750M a year and impacted lives across 20+ countries. Whether you're just getting started or scaling to your next level, this episode will remind you what's actually possible and why it’s never too late to get in the game. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Meet the man who went from teacher to billionaire entrepreneur 03:00 - How to go from day-to-day survival to building the life of your dreams 06:00 - The power of getting in the game, even before yo

Kass and Mike Lazerow are serial entrepreneurs and investors, best known as the co-founders of Golf.com and Buddy Media, the leading social media marketing platform that sold to Salesforce for $745 million. In this episode, they join Natalie for a raw, unfiltered conversation on the messy reality of building billion-dollar businesses, raising a family, navigating marriage, and staying focused through it all. They don’t hold back. From the tough lessons they’ve learned as partners and parents to the playbook they’ve developed for building a business that lasts, you’ll walk away with the inside scoop on what it really takes to build a wildly successful business… and stay married while doing it. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to Mike and Kass Lazerow 01:22 - Why co-founder partnerships succeed, or fail 02:38 - How to navigate working together as a couple 05:11 - The must-ask questions before choosing a business partner 07:28 - Equity splits, work ethic, and setting expectations 12:03 - The reality of

If you stopped posting on social media tomorrow… would your business keep growing? In this episode, Natalie shares her 3 Pillars for building a personal brand that works for you around the clock - attracting clients, partnerships, and opportunities even when you're offline. You'll learn how to create a brand that builds trust, gets referrals, and positions you as the go-to expert, without relying solely on the algorithm. Whether you're scaling or just getting started, this episode will help you turn your brand into your biggest business asset. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - If you stop posting tomorrow… would your brand still work for you? 01:10 - Why your visuals don’t matter as much as you think 01:30 - Pillar #1: Positioning - the power of owning one clear thing 02:59 - Pillar #2: Presence - how to show up in rooms that already hold trust 05:02 - Pillar #3: Proof - how to turn interest into trust and trust into sales 06:56 - The secret to getting in the rooms where deals and referrals happen 08:17 - What k

Erin Claire Jones is one of the world’s leading experts in Human Design and she’s back on the podcast for a conversation that goes way beyond the chart. Natalie and Erin dive deep into what it really looks like to birth a book and a baby at the same time, navigating business launches with limited time, and learning how to work with (not against) your natural energy. Whether you’re a Generator trying to find balance, a Manifesting Generator embracing your multi-passionate nature, or just curious about how Human Design can support your parenting, this episode is packed with powerful insights. Erin also breaks down how each type - Generator, MG, Projector, Manifestor + Reflector - can approach launches, decisions, and daily life in a more aligned way. If you’re ready to confidently make decisions that align with your goals, in both business and life, this episode is a must-listen. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The story behind Erin’s new book (and how it came to life postpartum) 02:00 What launching a book with a baby