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Mentally STRONG Academy: Embrace the JourneyEmbracing The Journey: Navigating Self-Worth, Leadership, and Personal Growth with Donna CarlsonIn this raw and candid episode of Dr. B's YouTube series, Dr. B sits down with Donna Carlson, an executive and author, to dive deep into the complexities of self-worth, professional challenges, and personal growth. Donna opens up about her journey of self-discovery, from grappling with feelings of inadequacy rooted in childhood experiences to navigating the pressures of leadership roles as a CEO. Together, they explore themes of self-esteem, fear of failure, and the importance of seeking support and acceptance in both personal and professional spheres. Through heartfelt conversations and shared experiences, Dr. B and Donna offer valuable insights...2024-05-0849 min

FierceNormalizing Mental Health Wellbeing w/ Donna CarlsonJoin me and my guest this week, Donna Carlson, as we explore the importance of mental health wellbeing. In her current book, Crazy As Usual, Donna unpacks a fictional relationship between two women - one a young executive and one a retired CEO. In the book, they meet on Fridays at 5 to talk about life's challenges and discuss the "mental monkey chatter" that they battle which limits their true potential. Donna has a passion for women and desires to see them all reach their potential in life, and part of that she believes, is achieved by taming t...2023-09-1356 min

Touched By A HorseEP. 43: Healing Through Grief with Donna CarlsonToday dear friend, EGC graduate, and practitioner Donna Carlson joins Melisa on the podcast! Donna helps women who are ready to move from grief into healing, hope, and happiness so they can live their new empowered, joy-filled life. Listen in as these incredible healers detail their own journeys with grief and loss and how they’re working with others to help heal the same. Resources Mentioned: Learn more about working with Donna!Read The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult TimesSupport Hope Through HorsesLearn more about the work of Touc...2022-12-1433 min

The Nurse Keith ShowDonna Cardillo and Your First Year as a NurseOn episode 376 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Donna Cardillo, MA, RN, CSP, FAAN regarding the 3rd edition of her seminal book, Your First Year as a Nurse: Making the Transition from Total Novice to Successful Professional. As one of Keith's greatest nurse heroes and mentors, Donna — also known as "The Inspiration Nurse" — talks about the success of the book to date, what new chapters were added and why, and the state of the nursing job market. Join Keith and Donna for a fun and informative conversation between two of America's most trusted nurse...2022-07-0154 min

The Toxin TerminatorThe Health Extension Promoter with Donna HaugenIn this special throwback episode of Toxin Terminator, Aimee is joined by Donna Haugen! First and foremost a survivor of breast cancer, she is a “heath extension promoter”, a serial entrepreneur, and a biohacker.Tune in as she talks about her own battle with breast cancer, her post-cancer victories, and how that led her down the path to biohacking.In this episode we will discuss:Biohacking: what it is and how we can do itDifferent types of modality therapyThe benefits of ozone treatment and insufflationHacking your sleepDiet, metabolism, and mitochondria testingThe importance of filt...2020-10-0550 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#101 Debra Valentina on turning chaos to freedom and joyDebra Valentina, founder of Creativing (Cre-A-tiving), is a holistic intuitive coach for female entrepreneurs and executives, as well as an international speaker and author. Her memoir Beyond Chaos: Journey to Freedom and Joy was published in March by Write Path Publishing. One of her greatest delights is to empower women to get beyond their doubts and fears to fully express their unique talents, experience freedom and joy, and claim their seat at the table. Debra Valentina supports high achieving female executives and entrepreneurs who look good on the outside, yet secretly struggle with overwhelm or doubt...2020-08-0526 min

The Love Is Viral ShowThe Love Is Viral Show Episode 87: Breaking Rules… Intentionally with Donna CarlsonDonna Carlson breaks the rules... intentionally. She believes in having a strategy for life and business, but allowing your vision and rhythm for creation to take the wheel. Donna is the founder of 360 Life Strategies, a business and life strategy coaching company, focused on helping individuals create an inside out strategy.2020-08-0400 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#100 Erin Ardleigh on the pandemic in Manhattan and escapes with wineErin Ardleigh is the founder and president of Dynama Insurance. She has worked in the insurance industry since 2002 and founded Dynama Insurance in 2014 to make the insurance planning process more transparent and more accessible for her clients. Erin personally oversees each client’s plan design and says that the best part of her job is meeting smart, successful people. She lives in Manhattan, where she tries to keep up with the city’s culinary and artistic happenings. Erin shares in our interview a bit about her work on the Advisory Board of the World Music Institute wher...2020-07-2823 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#99 Kristen Denzer with Tierra Encantada on early educationKristen Denzer is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Tierra Encantada, a Leader in Spanish Immersion Early Education® for children ages six weeks through six years of age, focusing on the growth of the whole child. The program utilizes proprietary language-immersion curriculum focused on teaching a respect for diversity, and includes fresh-cooked, organic meals designed to expand children’s young palates. Kristen started her first entrepreneurial endeavor in 2008 – an event rental company. She grew that company from 20 events to 500 events annually in just six years. While operating the successful event rental company, she started a second busin...2020-07-1523 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#98 Jacqueline Nagle on speaking-centric strategies in crisisEverything you need to rocket out of this pandemic with success is within you. I've always talked about turning tragedy into strategy. That's exactly what Jacqueline Nagle does. She helps people craft their story into a purpose. You must listen to this conversation in creating your crisis strategy. More on Jacqueline at https://speakableyou.com/lets-meet.2020-07-1122 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#97 Karen Brown on velocity for your life and leadershipKaren Brown sat in front of the TV in 1982 in tears, jarred emotionally by the performance of a woman in the Ironman triathalon. Why the tears? "Wasted potential," she told me. She had convinced herself this level of achievement was outside of her grasp. For 28 years she repeated the same pattern, talking herself out of realizing a future that was already hers if she would just own it. It was in a business class where she learned about human behavior patterns that the clouds parted and the angels sang. In her 40s, she learned how to...2020-07-0341 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#98 Annie Scranton on strategies for moving from unemployed to unstoppableIt's never easy to lose your job, but for Annie Scranton it was the gateway to a totally new career. She was 28 when she lost a coveted role as a TV producer and started calling friends to see if anyone knew of any work. One offer to place a personality on a TV show, led to another and another. This year Pace Public Relations celebrates its tenth anniversary, booking geniuses and business leaders on CNBC, Fox News, HLN, MSNBC, Fox Business Network, Bloomberg TV, and many other networks. One of her clients wrote a book that turned into a...2020-06-2422 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#97 Nikki Brown, Co-Founder of Altwell CBDNikki began her career in 1997 with Champion Nutrition. In 1998, she joined her father and brother to add her expertise to the successful start-up of CytoSport / Muscle Milk, where she was instrumental in creating the infrastructure of their operation which became a 200,000 square foot headquarters housing business operations, marketing and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. She began to direct the Brandin early 2001 and was named Chief Marketing Officer in 2009. She led all brand activity including innovation, packaging, advertising, sports marketing, collegiate programming...2020-06-1428 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#96 Mia Hewett on aligned intelligence, living the life you were made forWhat a way to start the day! I am just blessed beyond words to meet Mia Hewett and share this conversation with you. Mia helps you to confidently create your own reality by accessing your innate power, shift your self-image, and clear the misconceptions and misunderstandings that have been getting in your way. We use all the same words about alignment of your head and heart to create synergy... but what I love most is that she uses her own story to talk about the traps in our heads that keep women from breaking the million dollar barrier in...2020-05-2351 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#95 Being your Best Self with Dr. MarlaDr. Marla Richard incorporates the latest in neuroscience, evidence-based practices of psychopharmacology and western medicine, interpersonal neurobiology, and the Enneagram to help individuals, groups and professionals to become their “best self”. She's a board-certified, Stanford-trained psychiatrist with a specialization in an integrated health paradigm using, traditional psychopharmacology, equine rehabilitative therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology practices. "Integration is a key factor to health. I help balance all centers from your physical health exploring diet, exercise/movement, stress and disease management. Mental health focusing on building flexibility and mindfulness. Spiritually to honor the differences of those we love, live and work...2020-05-2226 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#76 Randi McCallian on women and politics and getting stuff doneRandi McCallian never intended to run for political office. With a careerin public health, Randi's #1 concern has been for babies and mothers. It was her anger over the things that are broken in public health that moved her to say, "Wait, this is my government. I own it! I'm going to fix it." Randi is running for Colorado Senate in 2020, an uphill battle against a longtime incumbent. I don't get into politics in this podcast, but I do provide a platform for women to live their calling with confidence. You can learn more about Randi at www.randiforcolorado.comand follow...2020-05-2033 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#94 Sonja Wasden on life at the brink of suicide and backFive years ago Sonja tried to end her life by taking 200 pills. "I didn't want to leave my life," Sonja told me in our interview. "I wanted to leave the pain." Suicide rates have increased 30% since 2000. I asked why. Sonja talks about the stigma, the embarrassment, being told in her own ER that she and her husband might want to seek a hospital where they won't be noticed. Depression is the leading cause of disability in the world, yet there are not many groups for mental health in schools, businesses and communities. The Suicide Prevention...2020-05-1430 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#93 Intro to Mental Wellness Month with Simply FullHere's a switch. I had so much fun with Heather Aardema on my podcast, I joined her podcast and NOW I want to share that with you. We had so much fun! Heather is an Aspiring Minimalist and Host of Simply Full — a Whole-Body Wellness and Weight-Loss Sisterhood. She's a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC), but don't tune out if weight loss is not your thing. We talked about whole body health, from the inside out, and strategies for turning stress into energy in these crazy ti...2020-05-0754 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#92 Suzanne Carpenter on peace with foodRight now food plays an important role in our immune health. Suzanne Carpenter is an approachable, sincere, fun-loving, and passionate leader who loves to see personal improvement and transformation in those she teaches. Through her successful ten-year nutrition career, Suzanne saw a gap in the industry and a trend in society. Americans are more confused and overwhelmed than ever when it comes to actually losing weight and keeping it off. She created a virtual nutrition education company called CarpenterOne80 whose mission is to provide affordable and simple programs that can clear up food...2020-04-2828 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#85 Dr. Gina Johnson on things you need to know about total health management in COVID 19I met Dr. Gina Johnson at an Ellevate Network happy hour in Bellevue, Washington. We bonded over Pinot Noir before we bonded over integrative health. Gina provides personalized lifestyle / functional medicine on the phone. Her virtual telemedicine clinic and concierge service helps people optimize and manage their total health. This interview comes at a perfect time to provide strategies during the stay-home mandate. Here's the short list: #1 Avoid the virus. Stay home. #2 Wash hands, don't touch your face. #3 Recognize the word vulnerable encompasses more than just elders Here...2020-03-2832 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#86 Mikaela Kiner and her book: Female FirebrandsMIKAELA KINER is an experienced HR / People Operations professional, founder/CEO, and executive coach. In 2015, Kiner founded Reverb, creating a healthy, inclusive culture in startups and growing companies in the Pacific Northwest. In Female Firebrands, Kiner shares stories of 13 successful professional women from diverse backgrounds (including women of color, immigrants, and LGBTQIA+) and industries as they recount the challenges they've faced in their careers and how they have overcome bias, sexism, and the power imbalance. Chapter checklists provide invaluable to-do lists for women, men who want to be their advocates, as well as HR and business leaders.2020-03-2724 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#84 Peace in the Pandemic Special Feature: Stacy Sherman on customer experience in a pandemicBoy, what a time in the world to talk about customer experience. I've spent hours this week cancelling flights and rental cars because of forced closures and I'm so surprised to hear the lack of human connection in the voices on the phone. I asked Stacy Sherman, a Cx (customer experience) leader to comment on why companies allow this human disconnect in the call center and what we can do about it. Stacy is a Cx leader, strategist and blogger. When she's not running Cx for Schindler Elevator Corp, she's running a blog, Doing Cx Right, all...2020-03-2727 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipPeace in the Pandemic Special Feature: Emilie Perz with online yogaEmilie is a yoga instructor who, like me, started practicing yoga to cope with trauma in her life - her father's death. I love a term she used in our interview. She's tuning into radical acceptance of this current pandemic and the resulting isolation. Our response has to be radical because there's no place for this in our experience, no category in our mind's filing cabinet. That's why Emilie stayed up all night figuring out how to provide her yoga classes online, so she can create community for herself and her students. " It wasn't until I was...2020-03-1920 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#91 Kimberly Braun and spiritual wellnessI love the picture on her web site of Kimberly Braun sitting on a rock, laughing, arms open. That's exactly what you'll find in this podcast interview. She's a minister, a teachner, a Reike master and now… a friend. I came away from this conversation feeling more relaxed and at peace with my full life. I hope you do too. You can learn more about her on LinkedIn or on her web site: www.kimberlybraun.com 2020-03-1834 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#90 Angie Tebbe providing girl power in a jarSelf love is not the same thing as self care. We're not just about taking a bubble bath. 93% of women experienced some level of burnout this past year. Conquering the world has produced an insatiable desire to succeed but also a huge toll on body and soul. Angie Tebbe had me at, "It's the sum of all the parts." To live well spirit, soul and body, we need to curate a regimen of self love that is more grace than effort. She provides a line of affordable, evidence-based women’s wellness products that launched online last ye...2020-03-1828 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#89 Jeanette Schneider and the LIV: Pocket CoachThis month is all about strategies to live your life 360º - spirit, soul and body. Jeanette Schneider delivers with LIV Media’s first app, LIV: Pocket Coach. She's a working girl from the tech world like me, using her tech expertise to dish out wellness in a mobile app for iPhone's. You can get the app through Apple Store or LIV Media’s website at loveisviral.com. “Through mindfulness and accountability offerings including lifestyle coaching; meditation; breath work, and intentional living routines and challenges, LIV provides you with the tools, community and support you need to live your ve...2020-03-1822 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#87 Lynda Cloud with Integrative NutritionKicking off food and nutrition month, I have Lynda Cloud, CEO of Integrative Nutrition. It all started in Joshua's kitchen -- the discovery about bioindividuality. Since the month of April is dedicated to food, talking about how our bodies respond to food in a different way is important. Lynda teaches the same philosophy as Michelle May in our Mindful Eating Retreat that we need to take the rules out of food and understand what's right for MY body. Contact Lynda at lynda.cloud@integrativenutrition.com or check out her Lincoln Center May 2 at Rolling Greens in LA...2020-03-1825 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#88 Nicole Wilder, a KPWE scholar and mentorNicole Wilder is an unstoppable woman and a graduate from UCCS under The KPWE Scholarship program, endowed in 1998 by Karen and Jim Possehl. The program provides financial assistance and mentor support for nontraditional UCCS students who are starting or returning to college after having overcome significant personal adversity. As a single mom of three, Nicole was an ideal candidate when she interviewed for the program. With children in pre-school, first and second grade, Nicole started college at 36. She graduated in 2012 in mechanical engineering and stayed two years for a master's degree. She's now working as an engineer...2020-03-1820 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#83 Rania Zayyat, founder of Wonder Women of WineRania Zayyat is the Founder of Wonder Women of Wine (W.W.O.W.) -- a non-profit organization advocating gender equality in the wine industry. Her inspiration? Joining an all male team in her first wine job. Women in the wine industry face a lot of the same challenges we see in financial services, high-tech and other male dominated fields. The W.W.O.W.annual conference focuses on solution-based discussions, networking, and scholarship opportunities to equip women to rise in their expertise. Rania says, "We empower women to adopt leadership roles in all facets of the...2020-03-1827 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#82 Sandra Thebaud on getting ahead of stress before it derails youThis gal is badass. Former Navy, former Marines, Sandra Thebaud did her time at Kaiser Permanente before she started taking stress head on. This is a great time to hear Sandra's strategies for navigating stress, burnout and resiliency. She said the three most common signs of anxiety are Sleep (not enough) Self care (like not eating or eating junk food) Physical problems, like stomach pain. Most docs, she says, will not diagnose anxiety. They'll treat the neck pain, the headaches, the stomach aches with medication before they suggest the lifestyle changes that Sandra helps...2020-03-1724 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#81 Janel Dyan on what to wear to bring who you are to your brandExecutive brand strategist, speaker and author Janel Dyan is empowering women's brand authenticity by aligning their core values with how they present themselves on the outside. She has worked with an incredible group of executives including Ebony Frelix Beckwith EVP and Chief Philanthropy Officer at Salesforce; Board Member at Hamilton Families and Women’s Funding Network. In 2017, Dyan launched an amazing nonprofit initiative called BEYOND US, ™ providing opportunities to build confidence in women through a platform for sharing clothes with other women who are ready to take the next step in their professional lives. Janel strives to ensure that, in the...2020-03-1728 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#80 Meghann Conter on creating a global network of six-digit damesMeghann Conter is a powerhouse of a woman who has stepped in to fill a need that many women experience - the need for a more elevated community. After years of providing marketing services to six figure income earners to reach seven figures, Meghann created a place where women at that level can gather, laugh, share stories and not get bombarded with business cards in their face Don't get me wrong. Networking happens at The Dames, but it happens naturally, organically…in a trusted community. And the network is growing all over the world. Meghann tells the story in this in...2020-03-1631 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#79 Gail Flander Jones with Faith Enterprises and The Masters Program for WomenGail Jones is a serial entrepreneur and executive coach who is passionate about kingdom leadership development and bridging the sacred-secular divide. Her firm Faith Enterprises LLC does investments, consulting and coaching with leaders, teams and organizations, and she especially loves leading The Master’s Program for Women. In addition to her extensive marketplace experience, Gail serves on several non-profit boards and advisory teams, including New Horizons Foundation, Resource Exchange International, Dream Centers of Colorado Springs, Friends of the International Executive Team of The Navigators, and World Vision’s National Leadership Council. With four grown children and five grandchildren, Gail understands what...2020-03-1620 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#78 Cindy Berry helping you recalibrate your emotionsRecalibrate? Yes. Anyone who knows me is fully aware I have a Ph.D. in feelings and I wield that superpower when I'm teaching emotional intelligence as a coach. Neuroscience research has already proven that we are not the victims of the thoughts that appear in our minds unless we decide to be. For many years I've tried many strategies for rewiring my mental maps and when I met Cindy Berry I honestly thought I was cheating. Her Emotion Code modality for recalibrating emotions involves emotional muscle testing to see where emotions have created pain or disease in our bodies...2020-03-1632 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#77 Dawn Hopkins talks about her journey getting free from rules about food"Throw away the scale," Dawn says. Understanding your body is the key to having peace with food. After battling her own eating disorder, Dawn Hopkins learned how to make friends with food again when she attended one of D. Michelle May's first mindful eat events. She has since become a licensed instructor under Michelle's Am I Hungry™ program and teaches eating with intention and attention at her own yoga retreats. Even though we've had to cancel the Mindful Eating and Yoga Retreat in Colorado April 19-23 because of travel restrictions, I want to equip yo...2020-03-1333 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#75 Ryhaan Williams on being mom and being awesome at workThis working girl, Ryhaan Williams, has an impressive resume and it was a privilege to interview her, which is where I found we are soul sisters. We are both working moms who are passionate in our work and passionate about our kids. She responded to my post about the naked Christmas tree in kind: I cried like someone died when I did the airport drop off yesterday. I have one home but he leaves soon. For all my success, my Sons are my greatest joy. My kryptonite. You are not alone, there are many of us out there. Growing...2020-03-1120 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#73 Fran Berrick, reinventing careers from the heartFran Berrick, global business leader, certified career coach and CEO of Spearmint Coaching is a knowledge powerhouse for just about anything related to careers and occupations, interviewing, building a brand and more. She has a proven track record helping clients map a career path that reflects their skills and strengths and delivers career results. Like me, she loves outplacement coaching - helping people celebrate the next season and discover their best path. We had a great time talking about wine and the metaphor, so make sure it's happy hour when you listen to this podcast.2020-03-0930 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#72 Lauren Shakes giving out scholarships for UCCSLauren Shakes is the Scholarship Program Manager, overseeing all community funded scholarships, for UCCS. The one I love is the Karen Possehl Women's Endowment, because I was one of those young gals without a blueprint or the connections to navigate life. This program provides scholarships and mentors for non-traditional students. They help 26 women every year and ten of them will graduate this spring, which is why you need to put the 2020 Unstoppable Women's Luncheon on your calendar. Grab your glass of wine and hold it high for 10 unstoppable women as you hear more about their stories from Lauren.2020-03-0620 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#70 Daria Dmytrenko on influencer marketingDaria joins our podcast this week representing IGnation.me - a secure collaboration space where influencers can grow and monetize their Instagram accounts, with security and privacy features that won’t send a red flag to Instagram’s ever evolving algorithms that aim to eradicate fake likes and followers. Daria Dmytrenko and her partner have spent the past year studying the back-end of Instagram algorithms, including their AI technology, and have developed a deep understanding for how the app is evolving to solve objectives that Instagram has quietly determined are priorities. If you want to geek out, find their repo...2020-03-0221 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#71 Lisa Manyon on marketing with integrity and passionI knew we would be friends when Lisa Manyon posted on her LinkedIn profile that she's a marketing strategist focused on passion, a writer, a speaker and she loves wine. We talk about lots of things in this podcast and if you are inspired by her marketing genius, look her up at writeoncreative.com.2020-03-0231 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#69 Cristine Vieira helping business owners find your influenceOur second episode of women-making-history month features a woman helping YOU make history in your business. Find Your Influence (FYI) was Co-founded by Jamie Reardon and Cristine Vieira of Phoenix, AZ, seven years ago. They have since helped major national brands like LifeLock, Ping and Pizza Hut connect with more than 100,000 influencers to create brand awareness and drive followers to engage on social media. I've asked Vieira to weigh in on the top marketing trends small businesses need to be aware of for 2020, and how new social platforms are shaping and evolving the influencer marketing...2020-03-0221 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#68 Tasha Beckman kicking glass in the real estate industryTasha Beckman and I met at The Dames last year and I am not surprised that her million dollar real estate business runs on customer love. When you meet this mama bear of a team leader with her giant heart, you will know why she means business. Our special focus this week is supporting the growth of one woman in business to help you succeed. If you want to say yes to the Women's Leadership for Life Neurosculpting® Class in Denver on March 7, sign up here and I'll see you there with some life strategies.2020-03-0121 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#67 Noelle Dilts Day - a story on NeuroSculpting®Do you ever wonder why you think like that? Or how you can control your response to stress. Noelle Dilts Day shares her NeuroSculpting® experience on this podcast. Working with Mariah Ehlert with The Rebel Brain, she set out to solve the challenge of decision making under stress and taking care of herself so she can operate well at work and at home. Noelle shares a few of the strategies she put into place to get better sleep and set limits around her work to make room for herself. If you find yourself in this picture, you m...2020-02-2917 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#65 Mariah Ehlert overcoming trauma with NeuroSculpting(R) at The Rebel BrainMariah worked on Wall Street over 20 years. When she left that long career, she bought an old church and renovated it into a photography studio. Little did she anticipate how many uses that old church studio would have. Her life derailed when her father went missing in another country and was never found again. The brain's ability to deal with ambiguity led to debilitating nightmares. This is a girl who is a rebel when it comes to pain. She doesn't give up easily. She had double knee surgery in her 20s and refused to be sidelined, so she started training...2020-02-2121 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#64 Chris Chapman on healing through the eyes of a horseChris Chapman didn't realize the effects of sexual trauma until she gave birth to her daughter. The birth process triggered her cellular memory and thus began a long road of remembering things she'd rather forget. Years pass and after surviving breast cancer and a brain injury from a horse riding accident, Chris uses her pain to heal through horses, who are "bigger than her broken heart." Now she's a certified equine gestalt coach ("gestalt" is a German word for wholeness). She's also an artist. The work she does with leather is amazing, but she also...2020-02-1733 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#63 Dr. Michelle May talking about freedom with FoodDr. Michelle May founded a unique approach to the issues we have with food. Mindful eating—eating with intention and attention—provides a practical, universal approach to decision-making without restriction, deprivation, or guilt. Yoga is a wonderful complement to the practice of mindful eating because simply put, practicing yoga is the art of listening to yourself. This retreat weaves together the Am I Hungry? mindful eating approach with yoga techniques to give participants a greater connection to their body, mind, heart, and spirit. You're going to hear more about this fantastic resource over the next few weeks, but...2020-02-1729 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#66 Susan Golicic and Uninhibited WellnessIt's wine week at Women, Wine & Leadership...and we're talking about wellness? Yes. I met Susan Golicic at a Women of Denver event and we bonded over wellness and coaching, then I learned she's a licensed sommelier. She didn't work hard for that certification just because she runs the Belmar chapter of Women, Wine & Wellness, she got the certification because she did a research study on marketing and supply chain management in the wine industry and she wanted to speak the language. That's the heart of a true researcher. Susan puts her whole heart into...2020-02-1332 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#62 Melinda Poland on how to love yourself: sex, wine and sleep for women over 50Back again to the podcast after teaching an extraordinary workshop on women's health at our Life Strategy Retreat last fall, my Valentine's gift to you: Melinda Poland on women's health. Why do we have a hard time sleeping? When do the hot flashes end? Why can't I enjoy wine anymore? How come I have to manufacture the desire for sex? Yes, we've packed a lot of good into this conversation. Are you already asking, "Where's Melinda's number?" Find more on the Strata Integrated Wellness Center here or get in touch with Melinda on LinkedIN.2020-02-1329 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#61 Krystal Covington, Women of DenverI was walking through Costco the other day and there it was, Krystal's favorite Meiomi Pinot Noir. Now you know where to get it. And when you listen to this podcast, you will know how one mover and shaker is making history for the Women of Denver with this amazing organization. Krystal is a dynamic working woman and a mom creating a stage for women to influence leadership in our town. There are different membership levels, so you have no excuse not to take a look at upcoming WOD events and sign up now.2020-02-1223 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#60 Special Episode on Unstoppable WomenToday's episode kicks off a special series in support of Unstoppable Women. I have Brett Garman, Asst Director of Development at Univ of Colorado at Colo Springs. This week UCCS opened registration for the Unstoppable Women's Luncheon, a celebration of scholars benefitting from the Karen Possehl Women's Endowment. This year's luncheon on May 20 features Margaret Sabin, Southern Region president for Children’s Colorado, who truly is an unstoppable woman. I can't wait to be a part of this. I'm a fan of the Unstoppable Women's luncheon and the scholar program because I was a young gi...2020-02-0717 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#59 Diana Hall on how to startup strong in your businessI first met Diana when I was a speaker coach for TEDx Colorado Springs. Her TED talk set the vision for her creation -- a replacement for itchy, unsanitary plaster casts using 3D printing. I was so proud to support her in that TED talk over five years ago. Now she provides these immobilization devices to the National Football League, Major League Baseball and she just signed a contract with Children's Hospital Denver. What will amaze you about Diana's start up path is that she is tenacious to power through risk. How? She's loving the journey! I asked her what a...2020-02-0423 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#58 Jessica Shook with Vino Salida WineryThis year I'm introducing a new element to the podcast, interviewing women in the wine industry the fourth week of every month. Kicking off this new direction, I was inspired on a recent road trip home from Durango, Colorado, by the Vino Salida Winery perched atop a hill off of 285. Their tasting room takes you to a different world, especially when you've been driving for four hours (don't worry, I tasted very little, just enough to whet my soul). Jessica shares why she joined the wine industry and her insights as the only female member of the leadership team. Grab...2020-01-2917 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#57 Marie-Elizabeth MaliWe noticed each other at a trade show because we both had fabulous glasses. And we were both holding a glass of wine, so we were certain we would be friends. Marie-Elizabeth Mali is a #coachlikeme and she specializes in relationships. I can attest that when my relationship are not strong, my day is not in the flow. If you find yourself there occasionally, you will love this conversation with Marie-Elizabeth and you might want this cool conversation tool we talk about - 36 Questions that Lead to Love in The New York Times. You want more of this fabulous...2020-01-2227 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#56 Workplace Strategies with Paula Martin talking about collaborationFounder & Chief Creative Officer of the Matrix Management Institute, Paula K. Martin wants to bring joy back into work. What's a matrix organization, you ask? Is your organization larger than 50 people? Do you need to align with your customers while optimizing your organization as a whole? If you answered yes, yours is a matrix organization. Paula and team get creative to bring interactive solutions to teams. She and I agree that the world would be a better place if every workplace had bigger minds and happier people. When everyone acts like a grown up, we get stuff done...2020-01-1528 min

Women, Wine & Leadership#55 Cat Campbell helping women live debt freeCat Campbell and I met at the DECA regional conference, where she and I were both judging our nation's future leaders in business. During a break, we were shooting the breeze about kids going to college and she said something that stopped me in my tracks, "We don't allow debt in our household, not even for college." It makes sense that a financial advisor would have her act together. I wish I had met her 25 years ago!!! I asked Cat to share the inspiration behind their debt-free decisions. Stories are the secret ingredient to provide courage...2020-01-0825 min

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Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 54: Donna Carlson talking about five indicators you are in your sweet spotA New Year’s message from me to you talking about the five indicators that you are in the flow, and your sweet spot going into this new decade. We’re gonna rock this!2019-12-2620 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 52: Heather Langton, the profit queenHeather Langton is a local business coach, specializing in helping small businesses increase their profits. For 15 years Heather owned and ran a construction company and now she’s sharing those years of knowledge with you. You can find her at onpoint.coach.2019-12-1812 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 51: Katelyn Swiatek and Savour ClothingThis business really excites me because I love a nice outfit, almost as much as I love to save money thrift shopping. My daughters are addicted to this too. We just can’t pay full price for anything. I think this is good stewardship, especially considering the impact that textiles make on the environment. If this scratches something for you, you’ll enjoy learning about the business Katelyn Swiatek has created. Grab a glass of wine and listen in. Find Katelyn on Instagram @the_beaufleur and on Poshmark at https://poshmark.com/closet/thebeaufleur/about-me.2019-12-1111 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 50: Brenda Sanchez and Life's Real CurrencyBrenda and I were speaking at the same event and I took two solid pages of notes on her information about building loyal customers. The most important lesson I've learned in building a business is to cultivate strong relationships with your warm market. Brenda and her husband provide some practical resources and strategies to do that. Find more on Brenda on Facebook, LinkedIn or at https://lifesrealcurrency.com. The best way to make sure you don't miss a thing is to join our Women, Wine & Leadership Group on LinkedIn or on Facebook. We know you can't...2019-12-0420 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 49: Your Clear and Specific PurposeWe just finished a Life Strategy Retreat at The Garden of the Gods Resort in Colorado Springs. There's too much to tell, so I'm going to just share a portion of one of our post-program coaching sessions on how to create a clear and specific purpose. Curious about our retreats? Check out https://360lifestrategies.com/retreats/. If you're thinking, "I sure wish I could be in a coaching program like this," good news. I have a special six week program to get your new year off to the best start. Check out more at https://360lifestrategies.com/coaching/2019-11-2215 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 48: Diane Lam on business success strategiesI met this superstar through Ellevate Network in Seattle. Now that my business is 2 1/2 years old, I can see the benefit of having a chief operating officer when I first started out. Diane brings a level of proficiency and professionalism to her work that I believe is a super power that will unlock a small business. Diane Lam is the Founder of Everything Ally Operations Management - systems, strategy, and execution for service-based businesses that want to scale with ease. For more information check out our website at https://everythingally.com/ or follow her on Linkedin for free operational tips, net...2019-11-0434 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 47: Kristen Kramer and the Resiliency WarriorsKristen Kramer and I met at The Center for Creative Leadership, where I was in sales and she was (and is) a superstar leadership development trainer. We bonded over the desire to see our youth more resilient in the wake of our community's suicide epidemic. Their parents need the same skills. It's a huge part of the inner leadership work we do at Life Strategy Retreats, which is why Kristen is teaching a session on resiliency at our November retreat. You can find Kristen at https://www.kristenkramer.com/ or look up Resiliency Warriors on Facebook.2019-10-2516 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 46: Judy Mackey, co-owner of the Garden of the Gods Resort Wellness ClubJudy Mackey and her partner Brenda Smith are the reason why we have the Garden of the Gods Resort co-located with the Strata Integrative Wellness Center. She’s sharing in the podcast the motive for this joint venture and a bit of her personal story, starting multiple businesses and learning how to develop the resiliency it takes to lead. More on the resort at https://www.gardenofthegodsclub.com and more on our November retreat at 360LifeStrategies.com/retreats.2019-10-1910 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 45: with Rachel Sherburne-Mohney on how to ENLIVEN your lifeIf you have the words PTSD, miscarriage, or divorce in your life, you will be blessed by Rachel’s story about how to enliven your life. You can reach her at RachelSherburne.com 2019-10-1433 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 44: with Suzanne Faber on gut health and nutritionNow many of you might look at the words gut health and nutrition and think, “I’m going to skip this one.” You’ll be cheating yourself if you do. Suzanne has a delightful sense of humor and she has come about her knowledge about health and nutrition through some really, really hard times and the near death of her son. She will be advising women on redesigning their food strategies at our life strategy retreat in November. We even talk a bit about how wines impact us!! To connect with Suzanne, look her up on Facebook at Suzanne Faber.2019-10-1422 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 43: LeAnna Tuff on the artist inside each of usLeAnna Tuff is a masterful portrait artist with a studio at Cottonwood Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs. Not only does she create amazing portraits, she holds classes in her studio teaching people to bring out their own inner creativity. She will be teaching a painting-as-meditation class at our Life Strategy Retreat in November and this podcast tells why she finds this to be a life-giving part of living your whole life well.2019-10-0918 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 42: Tiffany Cox, awesome entreprenuer with Tiffany Cox DesignTiffany is a one stop shop for entrepreneurs who know they need to outsource the parts of building a business that are outside their super powers. Tiffany and team provide everything from logos and branding packages to websites and email marketing. I see her all over our town building her business one contact at a time. She's a great example for all of us on how to scale the growth of our business and I'll bet she'll be a great resource for many of you looking for marketing and design assistance. Learn more about TIffany and company at https://tiffanycoxdesign...2019-10-0825 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 41: Eileen Ystheim, storyteller and life survivorSecond in our 360º Business Strategies series is about telling your story. Eileen Ystheim is an empowerment writer, life coach, and storyteller coach. She helps women embrace and accept their story so they may take steps to transform their lives and businesses. She wholeheartedly believes that you should never under-estimate the power of a good story - by sending your unique, empowered voice out into the world, you will create a ripple-effect to empower other women in your path. You can find her many places: [https://eystheim.com/her-empowered-story/] [www.instagram.com/eileenystheim] [https://www.facebook.com/herempoweredstory]2019-10-0319 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 40: Andrea Enright kicking off 360 Business Strategies from The Boot FactorAndrea and I met an event called extraordinary women and we just hit it off because we’re both extraordinary. Your superpower is helping other entrepreneurs build a solid business and we’re gonna talk about how in this inaugural episode of 360 business strategies. Find more on Andrea at https://www.thebootfactor.com/. And find more business success strategies at Facebook.com/360LifeStrategies.2019-10-0235 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 39: Samantha Sargent and the healing power of essential oilsUnbounded energy. That's what I experienced the first time I met with Samantha Sargent. She is a fireball of interest and activity. In addition to running a business helping people find healing through essential oils, Samantha connects people through events. She's in constant motion, but we're going to capture her for 20 minutes and hear her story and why she's bringing this fancy tool to the Life Strategy Retreat in November to provide us with some essential oils education. Find her on https://www.linkedin.com/in/oilseducation/ or https://www.facebook.com/samantha.sargent.1981.2019-09-2819 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 38: Julia Stewart with beYOUtiful and the Emotional Freedom TechniqueJulia Stewart has joined our team of experts bringing emotional freedom to our Life Strategy Retreat. She shared her story on the podcast a few months ago and came back to talk about her Emotional Freedom Technique and how she uses Reike to help women gain center and equanimity. You can reach her on Linked In or on Facebook. Or you can book a private appointment when you attend the Life Strategy Retreat in November.!2019-09-2716 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 37: Rebecca Hawkins on the Unforced Rhythms in Holy YogaRebecca has been a friend for almost two years and just this year she got certified to teach yoga through the same organization that certified me 10 years ago. I love the theme of her yoga practice, which talks about the unforced rhythms of grace. I believe these rhythms are transformational for all of us. I hope you find rest for your soul in this conversation. If you want to connect with Rebecca, look her up on Facebook at Rebecca Mae Hawkins.2019-09-2624 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 36: Dale Falini talks shame, vulnerability why she got certified in Brené Brown The Daring Way.Dale is on the faculty for our life strategy retreat in November. She’ll be teaching on shame at the end of the Friday morning workshop where we’re digging into the soil of our lives uncovering rocks and all kinds of root issues. Dale is a big believer with me that the world is going to be a much happier place if we can learn to live whole hearted. If you can’t wait until the retreat in November, you can find Dale at www.dalefalini.com.2019-09-2426 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 35: Michelle Mras talks about building strong business strategies with the Bender Carey Group.I met Michelle when she did her first TEDTalk a few years ago. When we saw each other again at 1,000,000 Cups after I spoke, we connected with a force. This is the most unusual podcast because she was recording it on her podcast app while I was recording it on mine, so you’re going to get it in stereo and on video. If you want to book Michelle as a speaker, go to www.MichelleMras.com.2019-09-1935 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 34: Melinda Poland, women’s health specialist at Strata Wellness CenterRegistered nurse practitioner, board-certified in women’s health, Melinda Poland is helping us get our lives back at the life strategy retreat in November. You can get more information on Strata Integrated Wellness Spa at strataIWS.com. Eager for more info on the retreat? Go to https://360lifestrategies.com/retreats/2019-09-0929 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 33: Dr. Debra DeanWhat do you think of when I talk about bringing more humanity to the workplace? Dr. Debra Dean studied spirituality in the workplace for her dissertation. I’m a living case study that most companies and most leadership development organizations get really nervous when you talk about spirituality. Dr. Dean is going to distinguish between spirituality and religion and give us the landscape of hope for work place that values people. You can find more on her work at https://drdebradean.com.2019-09-0418 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 32: Maureen Kelley with MADREMaureen has a passion to provide financial wellbeing for women. MADRE stands for Money Assets and Durable Relationships (www.madreandfamily.com/). I've asked her to be a guest on the podcast today because August 28 is my 25th wedding anniversary. As a tribute to my husband, Jeff, I want to encourage women to push past money issues together and keep the dream alive like we have. Maureen is one of the fabulous faculty members serving at my women's mastermind weekend retreat in November, offering private appointments to women who need a money mindset makeover. More about the retreat at https://360lifestrategies.c...2019-08-2821 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 31: Dr. Mike Barber on wine and wellnessDr. Mike Barber is a co-owner of the Strata Integrative Wellness Center, working in partnership with the Garden of the Gods resort to provide people like you and me and the 12 women who are attending my mastermind weekend in November a comprehensive education on the role if wine in wellness. One of the best heart specialists in the world, Dr. Barber has a very extensive wine collection and has even created a custom crush. If you love wine, you’re going to love this conversation.2019-08-2229 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 30: Jess Sato and Two Smart GirlsMany of us found ourselves in self-employment because of value decisions that we made in our corporate careers. Jess Sato was already in a successful freelance organizational development career when she recognized the need that launched her business. Many women focus on the great work we do, but we don’t do a good job of speaking up I’ll be half of our business. Jess is going to tell us a story about the client cancellation that launched her business. More on Jess at 2smartgirls.com.2019-08-1422 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 29: Meg MartinMeg is a powerful gal in healthcare who is running her own business now after STARTING building her family at 45. She talks about the strategies we’ve designed together in my coaching program to rock both worlds at work and home. More on her business at https://www.hcjsolution.com/.2019-08-0730 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 28: Ashley Hausman with Mistral WinesAshley is a Master of Wine and the wine educator creating tasting retreats with 360 Life Strategies. She brings a love for literature into telling the stories of wine makers. It makes for a really rich experience. You can learn more about Ashley‘s services at www.mistralwine.com and more about our wine retreats at https://360lifestrategies.com/retreats/.2019-07-3129 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 27: Jessica SidenerJessica gives a whole new meaning to a Night Out with the Girls. She is a breast cancer survivor who has decided to make a learning curve easier for the rest of us AND a whole lot more fun. Check out her fun web site nightoutwiththegirls.com and grab a glass of wine!2019-07-2427 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 26: Nina DurfeeHave you ever wanted to write a book to better express the value proposition of your business? Nina Durfee helps business owners who don’t consider themselves to be writers put those concepts into words. She also loves to help writers polish and fine-tune their work so they can get published faster. If you find yourself interested in talking with Nina further, check out http://www.ninadurfee.com.2019-07-1824 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 25: Porscha Shideler and the 2%I met Porscha at a conference that helps women entrepreneurs bust the million dollar ceiling on their business. She and I are both frustrated with the alarming statistic that only 2% of women owned businesses have crested the million dollar mark. Since she is one of the 2%, I invited her to be a part of this conversation so we can see that 2% multiply in this decade, starting with you.2019-07-1025 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 24: Michelle HagopianMichelle Hagopian left a successful corporate job to start a business in the health and wellness field that she has now been building for 22 years. She’s made some tremendous discoveries about her own health in the process and brings a level of energy and vitality that is contagious. Grab your glass of wine and join us. You can find more information on Michelle at https://www.arbonne.com/pws/michellehagopian/tabs/about-me.aspx 2019-07-0329 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 23: Dolly CiulaDolly Ciula and I met at a luncheon and immediately knew that we needed to know each other better because both of us are passionate about helping people to understand their place in the world and live that calling with passion and confidence. I’m so impressed with Dolly‘s personal story that I couldn’t wait to share it with you. There is absolutely nothing that can keep you from being the person you were created to be. Believe it! Now grab a glass of wine and join us.2019-06-2741 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 22: Denise DavisDenise and I sat on my back porch drinking mint water, not wine, because Denise has been free from alcohol addiction for over 30 years. The work she does as a professional organizer not only helps people remove clutter from their homes, but clutter from their minds. I left our conversation determined to go downstairs and clean out a closet or two, but don’t let that stop you from tuning into this episode today.2019-06-2027 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 21: Merrily Madero, retired Air Force and a true badassWhen I sat down next to Merrily Madero at a women’s leadership conference she was this petite little woman with cute flowery tennis shoes. Where I was in my best stilettos, thinking how sweet was this lady next to me. I was fascinated with her story as an engineer because my daughter has chosen that route as well. When we shared our stories, I quickly learned that Merrily Madero is a badass leader, not because she’s a woman, but because she’s a trusted leader. Listen and learn why.2019-06-1337 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 20: Dr. Deb GortonI met Deb Gorton at an executive women’s forum last year with 4word women. She’s program director at Moody theological seminary‘s clinical mental health counseling program. We share an interest in helping women to live mentally free from the shame and stigma that binds us from being our best. Deb shares a few stories from the field and a little storytelling about how she takes care of her own inside life. www.debgorton.com 2019-05-3037 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 19: Elaine HumphriesElaine is a licensed counselor who currently operates a private practice specializing in women’s issues, that’s why she’s on the faculty for my executive women’s life strategy retreat in November. Her heart for women to thrive is evident in her story. Join us.2019-05-2227 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 18: Michelle Borquez and Kenny MauckMy long time friend Michelle Borquez with Boss Publishing brings our guest, Kenny Mauck, with his new book. Leaving Your Life Imprint is about leaving a legacy in this world, which touches all of us who are creating a strategy to maximize our design to be. You can find the book on Amazon, more information at http://kennymauck.com 2019-05-1622 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 17: Mothers Day Episode with Caitlin CarlsonThis is my first year to have a grown-up adult working daughter, so I’m happy to introduce for our Mother’s Day special, my daughter Caitlin Carlson. She will actually not walk the stage at Seattle Pacific University until June but she finished in December and had a job waiting for her in January. Caitlin is going to talk to us about her expectations going into full-time work, some of the surprises and whether we ruined her or not growing up with two working parents.2019-05-0832 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 16: You, Me and Crushing by TD JakesI was blown away to find out that this amazing author, pastor, teacher TD Jakes got the same download on the wine metaphor that God gave me a year ago. So this week I’m going to read a bit and tell a few stories. You might see a little bit of your life in this picture and I hope you are filled with courage about your own crushing.2019-05-0120 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 15: Sandy LambSandy Lamb with Altitude Business Coaching is certified in Focal Point, but the reason we connected is her desire to see women thrive. We met at a consultant's roundtable and I invited her to my Lady Boss Breakfast because she and I resonate in every way on how women can be boss. Find her on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/bizcoachsandy/2019-04-2520 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 14: Kami GuildnerKami and I really hit it off when we met at a leadership Pike’s Peak event. Both of us spent most of our lives in corporate America before we started coaching women and we both found our sweet spot in this place where we help others lean into what they do best. Mine involves yoga. Kami’s involves horses.2019-04-1728 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipEpisode 9: Donna CarlsonMy friend Yvette asked if she could interview me for my own podcast, so we decided to publish this on my birthday week. I love being interviewed. I hope you enjoy listening!!2019-03-0700 min

Women, Wine & LeadershipWelcome to the Women, Work & Wine Wednesday podcastI'm Donna Carlson, a Life Strategy Coach who often opens a bottle of wine early on Wednesdays as a celebration. I mean, somewhere it's 5 o'clock. Our episodes feature some amazing women, and I don't throw that term around. I've been collecting cool chicks in my portfolio for over 29 years…or whatever is the current date minus 1989, which is when I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. Tell you friends about this podcast, which launches officially in January 2019. Until then, I've got your back. I'll get you through the holidays. Just hang with me, ladies.2018-12-1902 min