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Pretty Over PerfectYou Need a System: Answering YOUR Questions About the KitchenMichelle brings our editor (and her husband) to answer listener questions about Kitchen Systems. Tune in to find out how to tackle that kitchen mess at the end of a long day, how to zone your fridge and what to do about leftovers! Click here to learn how to preheat your stainless steel pans to make them nonstick! These Brightroom Organizers can be confined to keep the space under your sink from becoming a black hole! Or this one! I also like these clear bings for stacki...2025-03-311h 08

Pretty Over PerfectThe Final Countdown to Mrs. Utah & The Mom Refresh MovementThe countdown to competition day has begun! Jessica breaks down her decision to compete in the Mrs. Utah pageant and tells us all the things going into her preparation. Jessica also shares her platform: The Mom Refresh Movement - all about empowering overwhelmed moms to regain their sparkle through simple and doable habits centered around Fuel, Rest, Editing, Sparkle and Help. To subscribe to the MomLetter and get weekly tips and ideas for self-care in motherhood, click here! 2025-03-051h 17

Pretty Over PerfectKin-Keeping: Let’s Connect - Little Choices That Have a Big ImpactFor Valentine’s Day, we’re talking all about connecting with our nearest and dearest, our broader communities and even perfect strangers. Michelle recommends “Gratitude Journal for Teens Girls and Moms” and this article: “The problem with donating our dopamine to our phones, not our friends” by Tonya Mosley.2025-02-031h 19

Pretty Over PerfectYou're Invited to Our Favorite Things Party!We're closing out 2024 with a look back at our favorite things: memories, challenges, rituals, lessons learned and mantras that go us through. Plus- how we invite our families to spend some time in reflection and setting intentions for the New Year.Michelle's Favorites:Primrosia Dual-Tip Markers for Writing, Journaling, DoodlingPaperage Spiral Bound Notebooks (in different colors to keep track of what's inside)Facial Cupping with Sakina Di PaceJessica's Favorites:Reusable Under-Eye Patches (store in the fridge for extra refreshment)Born to Shine by Kendra Scott...2025-01-061h 08

Aggressively Human: Online Business in the Age of AI, Algorithms & Automations"But that won't scale!": High Touch (without High Pressure) Community Sales with Dr. Michelle MazurDr. Michelle Mazur - messaging strategist and community builder for experts - has a point of view about sales for experts and other service-based businesses. Because the lower-touch approach to sales that might have worked a few years ago isn't working as well anymore.In today’s episode, you’ll hear about how Michelle is taking a human-centric approach to sales and community building.- Private tours, 80% conversions, zero sleaze—hear her sales process that is part college tour, part vibe check.- “But it doesn’t scale!!” How to think about sales...2024-12-1945 min

Pretty Over PerfectA Life of Abundance: Interview with Marcela on Luxuriating in Life’s MultiplicitiesToday Michelle interviews her friend, Marcela, a teacher on special assignment who is also pursuing her doctorate in education while raising her two young girls and juggling family life with grace alongside her husband. She shares her unique experience on raising a multi-lingual and multi-cultural family all while claiming a life of abundance and every day luxury for herself. She offers a great perspective on co-parenting while both parents work full-time, as well as insights on how she feeds her busy family and takes time every day to soak in life’s beauty. 2024-09-2358 min

Pretty Over PerfectIdeas We’ve Stuck With and Pivoted on as ParentsFrom sleep training to screen time, there are so many ideas out there for parents. We review some of the ideas that have worked well for us, as well as ideas we’ve changed our minds about. Parenting is a constant challenge to grow and learn alongside our kids, and learning means we don’t always do things right the first (or second or third) times. Thankfully, it’s a long term game, so we get to make adjustments as we go. Michelle recommends the book The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt for a call to action regard...2024-06-241h 20

Pretty Over PerfectWe're Digging: Books, Podcasts, Movies and More!Catch up with us as we share our favorite fiction and non-fiction reads for summer, podcasts and music we've had in our ears lately and what we're doing with our kids on the hottest day of summer. Jess's FavoritesBooksThe Selection Series12 Dancing Princesses Series You're the Girl for the JobHabits of the HouseholdPodcastsA Secret Tool to Keep Your Kids Entertained This SummerUnpacking Panic Attacks and Emotional WellnessMichelle's FavoritesBooksWhere'd You Go Bernadette 2024-06-101h 02

Pretty Over PerfectTalking Tantrums and Tempers from Toddlers to TeensEveryone needs some tools for remaining the adult in tense parenting situations. Jessica and Michelle go back and forth about the different stages of childhood and how to handle big emotions from someone going through it, and someone looking in from the outside. 2024-04-151h 10

Pretty Over PerfectSanctifying RestIt is increasingly easy in our culture to neglect our need and desire for rest - a break from all our striving to simply be in the moment, whether to enjoy what we are doing, process events and emotions or build relationships. But what the heck even is rest? Why is it so difficult for us to allow ourselves to rest? On this episode, Jessica and Michelle discuss all this, plus ways we can prioritize and sanctify rest, giving our minds and bodies the relief we need and crave. Plus, practical ways we are incorporating intentional rest into our...2024-01-221h 10

Pretty Over PerfectSunshine, Sweat, Sleep, Social, Synergy: 5 Ss of Emotional Well-Being in Every Day LifeMichelle is joined by her sister, Georgia, to talk about how they incorporate the 5 Ss of Emotional Well-Being into our lives every day: Sunshine, Sweat, Sleep, Social and Synergy. We got these 5 Ss from this episode with Joy Bouchard. And if you want to hear more from Georgia Filler, you can here. She recommended the Bryant Ferate Podcast which you can find here! 2024-01-021h 24

Social Media DecodedOperational Harmony: Aligning Business Model and Operations for Success with Jessica LackeyThe secret to growing any business. Host Michelle Thames speaks with Jessica Lackey about having the right business model to grow your business and generate more revenue. Jessica also gives insight to determining the right marketing strategy based on your business model. Jessica Lackey is a strategy and operations advisor who is on a mission to radically disrupt mainstream business culture in an effort to create sustainable businesses with a human-centric approach. With a background in corporate leadership, McKinsey & Company consulting, and a Harvard Business degree, Jessica knows a thing or two about hustle culture and what i...2023-12-2916 min

Spill The InkAI for law firms: The good, the bad and the future with Jessica AriesMany businesses have spent the past year navigating the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Law firms are especially cautious due to lingering questions about the legal implications of using AI, particularly related to confidentiality and privacy concerns. Meanwhile, many professionals are exploring how AI might enhance their expertise and simplify workloads. Jessica Aries is one of them. Jessica is a seasoned legal marketer and founder of By Aries, a digital marketing agency specializing in the legal sector. She frequently talks about how law firms can use AI tools to enhance their operations, sh...2023-11-3023 min

Pretty Over PerfectPrioritizing Peace This Holiday SeasonWe're applying our home organization method to the holidays - helping ourselves reflect on holidays past in order to set our intentions for the ones ahead, identifying sticking points and things we really want to recreate. Then, we're installing the system, making sure we make the big things the big things, so we know what we can say yes (and no) to. And of course, we're talking about beautifying our homes without getting buried under the clutter or buying everything advertised to us. Follow us on Instagram - @prettyoverperfect where we'll be sharing a few of our...2023-11-201h 06

Spill The InkHow AEC firms can use employee phone videos to fuel connection and engagement with Jessica WhitlockArchitecture, engineering and construction firms are increasingly integrating video content into their marketing strategies. Thanks to smartphones, AEC firms don’t need expensive equipment or large production crews to create high-quality videos. Field professionals can now use their phones to capture on-site perspectives, resulting in authentic and engaging behind-the-scenes content. Jessica Whitlock, a studio leader at RS&H, was one of the trailblazers in her firm’s video initiative. She shares her experience launching the initiative in this episode of “Spill the Ink.” Michelle Calcote King interviews her about the role of employee-generated videos in supporting RS&H's bran...2023-11-1518 min

Pretty Over PerfectBonus Episode: Jessica Interviews Her Grandma on Lessons for Life and Love 2023-11-1343 min

Pretty Over PerfectWell Organized Home for the HolidaysToday we're getting our homes organized before the chaos of the holidays sets in! We're re-evaluating sticking points in our homes, decluttering, sharing our favorite everyday storage solutions and thoughts on how to maintain the systems we have in place. And if a system isn't working, that means it's broken, not you! Join us as we make our homes a sanctuary of calm and joy for the coming months of cold.A few items mentioned in this episode:Some no-nonsense hooks for just about anywhere (entry way, closet, bathroom, mudroom, garage, etc.). Don't forget your...2023-11-061h 15

Jessica Furey PodcastConfidence, Kindness, and Unapologetic Success with Michelle SchwartzIn this episode, Jessica sat down with Michelle Schwartz, who is making her podcast debut. Welcome, Michelle Schwartz! With over a billion dollars in career sales, Michelle is a managing partner and top-producing agent with TheAgency. Michelle is a force of confidence, self-assurance, kindness, and is driven by an 'I can, I will' mentality. We explore her journey from childhood that led to a multitude of successes in her business. Michelle shares tangible tools that women in business, real estate agents, and moms can instantly apply. She emphasizes how valuable it is to maintain a positive mindset daily. Listeners...2023-10-3158 min

The Travel Transformation Podcast: Self-development & personal growth tips for travel lovers & adventure seekers90. Interview With Disability Writer, Photographer & Paraeducator, Michelle SteinerIn this episode I talk to disability writer, photographer, and paraeducator, Michelle Steiner. Michelle lives with an invisible disability, having been diagnosed as a young child in kindergarten. She has dyscalculia – a math learning disability – limited hand dexterity, and visual perception issues. Her disability has made things such as maths and driving impossible. Michelle has had articles published on The Mighty, Non-Verbal Learning Project, Dyscalculia Blog, The Reluctant Spoonie, Kalopina Collective, Imagine the World as One Magazine, and Word Gathering. Her photographs were featured in Word Gathering and Independent and Work Ready. Michelle work...2023-10-1726 min

Pretty Over PerfectBack in the Kitchen With Gusto!Fall is calling and with it, we're back in the kitchen (whether we want to be or not). This week we're talking all about meal planning for busy schedules, visualizing our needs and grocery lists for the week and assembling quick meals so our families can eat together and be satisfied. Jessica's favorites from this episode:White Chocolate Chip Cookie Butter CookiesMuddy BuddiesCafe Rio Sweet Pork RecipeCafe Rio Creamy Tomatillo RanchSheet Pan Greek NachosGreat Value Smoothie BlendsMichelle's favorites from this episode:Yumm...2023-09-251h 05

Pretty Over PerfectWhat's Inspiring You Lately?Jessica's back and we're talking all our favorites: summer memories, go-to meals, outfits and mantras. Plus, things what we're letting go of, what (and who) is inspiring us and how to make the mornings go smoother. We love the book The Lives We Actually Have: 100 Blessings for Imperfect Days by Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie. These are Jessica's favorite running shorts. Unfortunately, the linen pants she's been enjoying are all sold out! Here's a podcast episode with Steve Martin that Michelle loved. And here's a black version of the jumpsuit she's loving. 2023-09-111h 09

Pretty Over PerfectOrganizing Big Projects with Steve WatersEveryone is handling some kind of big project right now, whether personal or professional, concrete or intangible. Michelle is joined by her husband, Steve, as they debrief a big development project they just tackled and share their takeaways for organizing projects of any kind. Michelle mentioned this podcast about how our projects define us Adam Grant and Brian Little, Steve mentioned the book The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter. And if you’d like to take a look at the cabins they’re talking about, you can at see pictures and choose your favorite them at backwoodscabins.com 2023-08-281h 02

Pretty Over PerfectRituals of Repair and Reconnection with Steve WatersMichelle is joined by her husband, Steve, today and they talk about rituals they’ve formed over the years to protect and enjoy their relationship through all kinds of seasons. 2023-08-071h 10

My Simplified LifeThe Keys To Finding Happiness & Friends with Jessica WeissGet ready to have your day brightened! Today’s episode is all about happiness and our guest is Jessica Weiss, the happiness expert. Now you may be rolling your eyes at that, but trust us, every tip and tool Jessica offers is realistic and makes complete sense when you think about it, and there’s so much to this topic that you may not have even thought about. Career happiness, friendship happiness, and life happiness. Jessica talks in depth about friendship, and how this is a huge part of finding happiness. But how do you find those friends? What is it t...2023-07-1837 min

Pretty Over PerfectLoving People Even When They’re Not Easy to LoveMichelle brings back Dennis McGreevy, a fan favorite and conflict resolution expert, to chat more about navigating the ups and downs of relationships: specifically communicating with each other, healthy conflict, and loving people when they aren’t easy to love. For the video mentioned, “It’s Not About the Nail,” click here. 2023-06-271h 33

Pretty Over PerfectSummer Intentions and RhythmsA change of seasons often brings a change of pace, and when we approach those changes with some intention we are able to get more out of that time. Michelle dives into the idea of “Expansion and Contraction” as a way of setting rhythms in the summer, a season that can become listless if left to it’s own devices. For more on Expansion and Contraction, check out this episode of Simple Families. 2023-06-1229 min

Pretty Over PerfectEmbracing the Adventure Lifestyle with KidsIt’s the Adventure Episode, just in time for summer! Michelle is joined this week by Jessica’s sister, Whitney, and they’re talking all about adventuring with kids: with everything from prepping and planning, to our mindset as we go, and how to encourage our kids and ourselves to expand horizons, grow through challenges and experience the wild wonder of the world around us. 2023-05-291h 19

Amplify YOU with PodcastingAsk The Expert: Outsourcing Secrets for Business Growth with Jessica KochJoin us as we explore the power of outsourcing and learn how it can lead to incredible business growth. Jessica shares her awe-inspiring journey of tapping into the universe to find the resources she needed to overcome feelings of overwhelm and expand her business. Along the way, we discuss the importance of identifying what brings you the most joy, focusing on tasks that make you money while delegating other tasks to virtual assistants. Don’t miss:How Jessica started helping entrepreneurs Why you need to follow-up The formula for outsourcing and the best ways to work with...2023-05-1727 min

Pretty Over PerfectBrushstroke by Brushstroke: Building Enjoyable Family Relationships Part 1What are the secrets of happy families? We're diving into a few things that really seem to make families happier: holding weekly family meetings where everyone evaluates how the community is working and what can be improved, and creating systems the entire family can maintain and benefit from. These are crucial steps in creating environments with less friction and more joy, and our conversation about them is inspired by The Secrets of Happy Families by Bruce Feiler. We highly recommend it!We referenced this podcast with Simon Sinek and Richard Curtis, and Jessica might be getting these s...2023-03-201h 14

Digital Business EvolutionOrganically Build Your Business And Following With Michelle ThamesIn this episode of the Digital Business Evolution Podcast, Jess is joined by Michelle Thames as they take a different approach in talking about organic social media content. Michelle has been an influencer for 13 years and after being fired from her corporate government job she decided to bet on herself and go into freelancing. This path of freelancing led to Michelle working for a large beauty brand as their first social and digital manager helping the brand reach over 500k on IG and millions in revenue. Michelle Thames teaches her clients how to get their business more...2023-02-0943 min

Pretty Over PerfectJessica’s Big News and Michelle’s Big TripWe’re back for Season 3 of Pretty Over Perfect and we’ve got updates for you! Jessica has big news, Michelle went on a big trip, and we’ve got a slightly different recording schedule coming this year. Hear all about it in this episode. Jessica’s Favorite Books for Valentine’s Day I Heart YouBear of My Heart The Invisible String I Choose You Everyday and Always 2023-02-061h 11

Pretty Over PerfectDressing Like You’re the Protagonist of Your Own LifeThis week we’re talking dressing with confidence - which is really as simple as being willing to show the world who you are and what you have to give! We hope this episode gives you permission to be wholly and wildly your unique self - from the inside out! We’ve got specific ideas based on your energy type (like our home design for your energy type episode), as well as general thoughts on why and how to dress with confidence! A little work ahead of time can save you hours of irritation and frustration in the...2022-11-2152 min

Pretty Over PerfectJessica is Buying a House... Someday Soon!Today we're talking homebuying - all the possibilities and aspects to consider. Whether you rent or own, are in your forever home, or constantly on the move, we're discussing all the things we think about when considering the best home for us - from location, layout and lighting, to whether to build, buy or remodel. And, because it's us, we're going to be considering these things not just based on location and budget, but also on our core values and the vision we have for how our homes will be used and enjoyed. 2022-10-0343 min

Pretty Over PerfectLife Lately...We're here to find the goodness in the messiness of real life... and this week has been full of messiness. Jessica shares about a family accident and a neighborhood tragedy that occurred over the past week and how it's rocked her world, and left us both wondering how we can show up for people in their times of need, build better communities going forward and keep pressing into life when it's hard and vulnerable. These moments remind us that life is far from perfect, and it takes courage to keep showing up and loving each other anyway. T...2022-08-291h 01

Pretty Over PerfectA Few of Our Favorite ThingsThis week is all about the things we’ve been loving lately - from our favorite foods and accessories to the best internet hacks we’ve found! If you’re interested, here are the links to our favorite things:Accessories- Jessica: Bright Statement Earrings and Gold Glitter Bracelets - Michelle: Fun shoes like EspadrillesSkin Care Product: - Jessica: Beauty Oil- Michelle: Tula Skin Care and L’Oréal Toning Conditioner Books:- Jessica: What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty - Michelle: Where the Crawda...2022-08-151h 03

He Leadeth MeIs FOCUS Alumna Michelle Duppong a Saint?What makes a person a saint?Msgr. James Shea, President of the University of Mary, joins Jessica to talk about FOCUS alumna Michelle Duppong, who passed away from cancer in 2015. The Diocese of Bismarck recently opened an investigation into Michelle's life of holiness, which could eventually lead to her canonization. Jessica and Msgr. Shea discuss:What does it mean that the diocese has opened an investigation into Michelle's life of holiness?When a diocese begins the investigation process to declare someone a saint, what are they looking for? What does it mean to be a saint...2022-08-1127 min

Pretty Over PerfectTiconderoga, Bento Boxes and Pencil Banners: It’s Time for Back to School!It’s back to school season, and whether you have good, bad or mixed feelings about the transition, the time is upon us. So today we’re talking about getting ourselves and our kids ready for the change of pace and the new schedules. Plus: where to find the best deal on pencils, how to celebrate the season and Michelle reveals she’s a little bit obsessive about food storage containers. These are the lunch box containers Michelle uses. Though technically for salads (apparently), they work great for separating all the parts of a lunch. Andie...2022-08-0856 min

Pretty Over PerfectHelping Kids Learn to be Gracious, be Themselves and be Their Best with JillWe are so excited to share Jill with you this week! A mother both Jessica and Michelle truly admire, she is letting us in on her thoughts about parenting teens and pre-teens. This episode is full of parenting GOLD! Jill is so intentional, practical and fun - and we know you're going to learn so much from her - we sure did! Jill discusses teaching kids to be gracious, helping them develop their individual personalities (and how to work with their uniqueness as a parent), and how to be present and flexible for teens. She has some great points...2022-07-251h 12

Pretty Over PerfectMaking Memories: How Memories are Formed and Why They MatterSummer is a great time for making memories - it feels out of the ordinary, special and free to be full of fun. But we can easily get in our own ways - so concerned about every moment being perfect that we don’t pay attention to all the good things happening around us. This episode is all about how memories are made (hint: it’s usually when things aren’t perfect), how to have real fun making them and why attention is the building block of memory. We also talk about the different kinds of memories we are capabl...2022-06-131h 04

Pretty Over PerfectSummer Schedules for Sanity and SpontaneitySummer is upon us - with all it's fun, freedom and potential for friction! Today we're discussing ways we're going intentionally into this time that allows us to pursue passion projects, spend more time with family and friends and enjoy the sunshine. We're discussing how we set and manage expectations for ourselves and our families - with ideas ranging from young kids to middle schoolers. We discuss daily schedules, the 5 Ss of Summer, Hatchimal villages, themed weeks, and forts in the mountains. And we've got boredom busters for young kids, too!The 2022 Summer Calendar Jessica uses is...2022-06-061h 00

Pretty Over PerfectDemystifying Our Food Sources with Mallory of Oregon AgLinkWe are so excited to have Mallory of Oregon AgLink on our show today to tell us a little bit about the amazing world of agriculture. Though it's a system we might not think of often, or if we do it's with mixed feelings, we all depend on the work of famers to provide the food we eat. Mallory has so much to share about how the farming industry works, is all inter-connected and is constantly adapting to market demand. She demystifies common food labels you encounter in the grocery store, as well as walking us through what certain t...2022-05-231h 29

Pretty Over PerfectTiny Hats for Baby Bears, Quarantine Cookies and More Springtime Fun!This week we’re recapping our spring favorites: foods, activities and life lessons from our past few episodes. Jessica talks about making tiny hats for baby bears and Michelle talks about where the word “quarantine” comes from. Michelle recommends Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek and referenced this podcast interview of Anna Lembke on Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard (please note that this episode contains adult content including subject matter and language). 2022-05-1658 min

Pretty Over PerfectWe Interviewed Our Moms for Mother’s Day!If you’ve ever wondered where Michelle and Jessica come from, now is your chance to find out. We interviewed each of our moms about motherhood and we can’t wait for you to hear their wisdom and inspiration! Plus, you’ll get a little bonus insight into who we were growing up, and what we’re most thankful to our moms for teaching us! 2022-05-091h 22

Pretty Over PerfectAsk a Master Gardener: How to Get Started Gardening - No Matter Where You're AtDid you know Jessica's dad, Rich, is a Master Gardener? He really knows his stuff and he is here to help us get started with some gardening made accessible for anyone. If you're like us, you might want to start planting but have no idea where, when or how! Well, today you're in luck! From taking the mystery out of tomatoes, to container gardening in limited spaces, Rich walks us through some of the basics of vegetable and landscape gardening. This episode is filled with great tips and you'll want to listen all the way to the...2022-05-021h 14

Pretty Over PerfectHow To Be Happy in an Unsatisfying WorldLast week we posed the question, "Why is Enough Never Enough?" and now we're going to try to figure out what to do about it. We start off asking, "What even is a happy life?" We've discovered that true satisfaction comes not from clicking or bingeing or numbing but from doing hard things that matter. So this week we're talking bucket lists beyond sky diving, the elements that make up a happy life and how to envision a future where we are content. Arthur C. Brooks has a great podcast talking about the elements of a happy...2022-04-2558 min

Pretty Over PerfectBeing Thrifty and Industrious Just Like Our Grandmothers!It’s our fiftieth episode!! Woo hoo! And we’re celebrating by looking to previous generations to learn about being thrifty and self-reliant in an increasingly fast-paced and convenience-based world. We’re going over Country Living’s article, “30 Ways to Save Money Like Grandma Did.” And we’re adding our own wisdom because… it’s our podcast and we can do what we want. This episode kicks off a whole month of watching our money and learning to be conscientious about how we use our resources, sustain our families and prepare for the future. Did you know? Jessica’...2022-04-0455 min

Pretty Over PerfectAll About Maintenance: Micro Goals, Containerizing and Clutter Control!In this week’s episode, Michelle and Jessica talk all about real ways they maintain organizational systems: from getting started to the long haul and everything in between. Plus! Ways we keep the clutter at bay moving forward! Take the Clutterbug quiz here to find out your organizational style! And share your results with us on Instagram! Jessica recommends the book “Organizing for the Rest of Us”. 2022-03-281h 18

Pretty Over PerfectLet’s Get Organized: Simple Systems that Serve UsThe next step in our organizing journey (after clarifying our vision and decluttering) is to set up systems that work for us! In this week’s episode, Jessica and Michelle talk nitty gritty for getting your most common problem areas under control. We’ll know a system is working for us when we can reasonably (and joyfully) maintain it! And of course - no organizing method would be complete without a little bit of beautifying and elevating that keeps us excited to come back and continue to care for our homes. Michelle’s fave car tra...2022-03-211h 11

Pretty Over PerfectLoving Our People This Valentine's Day (And Always)It's our favorite holiday: Valentine's Day! And we're getting ready to celebrate by talking about the simple ways we are loving our people right now: our kids, our spouses, our friends, our communities, and ourselves! We referenced these past episodes:Let's Play and Connection: Love Languages, Snail Mail and Frozen CroissantsJessica recommends a Loom Journal and Michelle recommends these hot stones for massage, as well as the song "Somebody to Die For" by Sam Smith and, more importantly, "Right Hand Man" by Lin-Manuel Miranda, with the most important lyrics (for this episode) being, "...2022-02-071h 05

Pretty Over PerfectHealthy Habits: Setting Ourselves Up for SuccessIn this final episode focused on physical wellness, we're breaking down the info we got from the pros and are talking about how we make it all work in our regular lives: getting enough exercise no matter what our schedules, eating whole foods and embracing what we can and can't control in our seasons. Jessica recommends:No-Bake Healthy Breakfast CookiesHealthy Banana BreadCoconut Almond Built BarsHigh-Waisted LeggingsMichelle recommends:Resistance Bands to up your lower-push game! Eucalyptus Oil - add a few drops to the corner of...2022-01-311h 02

Pretty Over PerfectFit Inspo 2.0: The Next Level with Georgia, Personal Trainer and All-Around RockstarIf you are ready for the next steps in your fitness journey - buckle up! This one's a wild ride! Georgia, a personal trainer in Dallas, Texas, and Michelle's little sister, is here dispelling common misconceptions about health and wellness we've all heard. She's teaching us how we can up our games with progressive overload, eating foods that truly fuel our bodies, and drinking a lot more water. Whether you're just getting started, or are ready to push yourself a bit more, this episode has a ton of useful information that we can use as a roadmap for...2022-01-241h 05

Pretty Over PerfectMindful Movement with Kiley of Pacific Peaks FitnessJessica and Michelle are talking this week to Kiley, a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, all about how we can incorporate more movement into our daily lives. She has lots of tips for rethinking our approach to exercise, especially if we have been burned by gym and diet culture or unrealistic expectations we've absorbed from the world around us. Her approach to mindful movement will inspire you to try new things, embrace the season you're in, find a meaningful connection to exercise and just get moving!Find more of Kiley at Pacific Peaks Fitness!...2022-01-171h 13

Pretty Over PerfectGoal-Getters: Reflection and Direction for the YOU Ahead!We're so excited to be back for another year of Pretty Over Perfect! And we're kicking off a month of talking about healthy habits by tackling reflection on the year behind and seeking direction for the year ahead. Whether you are a natural goal setter or not, we believe everyone can benefit from engaging in some critical thinking about where they're at and where they'd like to be, so we dive into the different ways we approach doing just that. Jessica has been using Sadie Active to work out and likes it! She also referenced this 3 in 30...2022-01-1051 min

Pretty Over PerfectThat's a Wrap! Recapping 2021 and Looking Ahead to 2022!It's been a whole year of Pretty Over Perfect - thank you so much for being here! This week, we're wrapping up the year by reflecting on the highs, lows, struggles and wins of the year behind, as well as a little sneak peek at some of what you can expect from our podcast next year. We'll be back in January with lots of good things we can't wait to share!Jessica's Favorite Things of 2021:Emme Diane SkincareMAC Amplified Lipstick in BlanketySaranoni BlanketMichelle's Favorite Things of 2021:Anything Colorful...2021-12-1351 min

Art of the AppJessica Bledsoe on Intentional Productivity with Pav*rFinding balance as an entrepreneur isn’t always easy. It can be difficult for us as business owners to find productivity tools and schedules that actually work for our personalities. Paper is not going to be for everyone and a productivity app won’t be for everyone. It’s about finding out what works best for you. In episode 28 of Art of the App Podcast, Jessica Bledsoe and I discuss the importance of not being “busy” and pushing but instead letting things come easily to us. We also dig into how we reconcile wanting to make an impact and...2021-11-3046 min

MUVE Forward319: Disarming Your Limits with Jessica CoxJessica is the world’s first armless pilot! Adapting to a world that is designed for able-bodies, Jessica shares her experiences as woman with no arms. Jessica shares how the outside world responds to her differences, versus her own perceptions. It took a number of years for Jessica to embrace her differences, but when she stepped into her own uniqueness, Jessica realized she has a lot to offer this world - including becoming the best version of herself. Jessica gives listeners advice - Break things down into smaller steps to make a big task seem more...2021-11-2937 min

Pretty Over PerfectIt’s Christmas Time and Everything is Nutcrackers!Let’s talk about Christmas… from when and how we’re getting our trees, to traditions we love to keep, meaningful Advent calendars, gift exchanges and more! Plus, what Michelle and Jessica look like in Nutcracker form, how to keep calm this season and the best Christmas music you should be listening to! If you want to make Advent boxes like we do, here are some links to boxes like the ones we trim as individual tiny presents for the season: cubic and pillow. Our episode on gift-giving was referenced multiple times, so in case you mis...2021-11-291h 17

Pretty Over PerfectRefined by Facing Our Dark SidesEach of us is made up of light and darkness - and by acknowledging and facing the dark parts of us, we can grow to be more empathetic, mature and dare I say... refined. On today's podcast we explore some of our weaknesses and tendencies that lead to our own frustration if we don't figure out why they continually trip us up. Join us as we discuss our go-to negative emotions, least favorite emotions, how we handle conflict and how we allow ourselves the grace to keep trying and growing through it all. Michelle mentioned this episode...2021-11-221h 05

Pretty Over PerfectRefined Through RelationshipsRelationships shape our lives in many ways - sometimes by encouraging the good in us, and sometimes by showing us the areas we need to grow. We’re talking this week about a variety of relationships and how we’re becoming more refined through and because of them. Jessica shared this Mirror-Mirror article about relationships and Michelle mentioned the Individualism Index and you can learn more about that here. She also recommended Sebastian Junger’s interview by Oprah where he speaks about individualism vs collectivism and what we can learn about working together. And this song, “Made,” by Spencer...2021-11-151h 05

Pretty Over PerfectRefined by GriefWe don’t normally do trigger warnings, but we do want to let you know that this episode is a heavy one. We both share our own experiences of loss and the grief that followed and has undoubtedly shaped our lives and world views. There are lots of tears and even some laughter, because that’s what grief is. We don’t get to choose the suffering that is thrust upon us, but we can choose our reactions to it, and our hope is to encourage anyone going through a hard circumstance to allow themselves to be hopeful enough to eme...2021-11-081h 14

Pretty Over PerfectHyoo-gah? Hoo-ga? Hygge? Whatever It's Called, Let's Get Cozy!However you pronounce "Hygge" is not as important as the feeling it creates. Known as the "art of intimacy", hygge has gained popularity over the years for being an invitation to lean into dark and cold seasons as a place to grow relationships, slow down and carve out space for quiet and reflection. We cannot always live our lives at a frenzied pace, and hygge reminds us to take joy in simple pleasures, be present with ourselves and our loved ones and light all the candles. The Hygge Manifesto comes from the altogether delightful and inspiring book, "...2021-11-0151 min

The JCN Clinic Podcast ShowEpisode 89: Quality Training For Optimal Outcomes w Michelle MaherIn this episode of The JCN Clinic Podcast Show, Jessica and Carissa are joined by Michelle Maher, woman's coach and trainer. With Michelle Jessica and Carissa discuss: *Your need to know training specifics for lean muscle mass and strength Common myths with training *How to change up your training within the month with respect to your cycle Reasons why women benefit so much from resistance training, especially as we age *The importance of rest & recovery & signs of over training *Eating macros for muscle growth and fat loss, especially protein requirements Plus more! The JCN Clinic podcast is a place where...2021-10-231h 01

Pretty Over PerfectThoughtful Gift-Giving in the Age of EverythingGift-giving can be so fun... and so stressful! The purpose of gift-giving is to celebrate a relationship, but it's easy to get wrapped up (pun intended) in all the perceived anxiety and pressure around tangible expressions of love. In this episode we break it down to its simplest form: desiring to surprise and delight the person you are honoring. We chime in on our favorite gifts to give, our go-to gifts we keep on hand, and the best gifts we've ever received. Here is the article Michelle referenced about the evolution of Halloween. Some of...2021-10-181h 14

Pretty Over PerfectLet’s Celebrate! Birthday Party Ideas for EveryoneOctober is a month for celebrating! We’ll be talking all about celebrations of all kinds, beginning with this episode on birthdays! We discuss Jessica’s magical dinner party in the mountains for her 30th, our cleverest ideas for kid’s parties, and our regular little ways of making people feel loved and cherished, no party necessary. Jessica used Spark Post to create a digital Birthday invitation. Modern technology meets a snail mail vibe - brilliant! 2021-10-0456 min

Pretty Over PerfectUnique Ideas for Inspired Design (Fixed)Update: If you downloaded this episode on Monday morning, you may notice a corrupted file after 26 minutes. A new file has been made available now - be sure to click on “Fixed!” We've laid the foundation of good flow in your home and moved on to combining styles and working within constraints, and this week we're talking about all the sparkly details! We interview Makelle Clark to get her take on making her home truly hers with inspired ideas for a unique take on decorating - from precious family heirlooms to TV show sets! Now that we're grown ups and...2021-09-2751 min

Pretty Over PerfectLoving Where You LiveThough we all have visions of our "dream homes" dancing in our heads, most of us live within constraints of some kind: location, budget, resources, even the desires and opinions of the people you live with. This week, we're talking about finding ways to love where you live regardless of your unaccomplished wishlist. We discuss combining styles, embracing joy over sophistication and choosing to find the good in the here and now. Michelle's Portland house was featured on Design Mom's Living with Kids in 2015. You can see her obsession with gallery walls to cover up all the...2021-09-2048 min

Pretty Over PerfectFinding Flow and Function with Some Help from Feng ShuiFor the month of September we’ll be chatting about all things home design and we’re starting with the basics: finding a good flow in your home’s arrangement. We’re talking about some principles of Feng Shui and how they teach us to think about a room’s layout so it can be the most inviting to our family and guests. We want to point our lives (and furniture) towards what we want more of: rest, connection, coziness and serenity. Revamp your living space alongside us this month as we get ready to hunker down a bit more in th...2021-09-1338 min

Pretty Over PerfectPerspectives on Parenting: Discipline Starts With MeYou asked, and we answered! We have had several requests for some episodes all about parenting, so here's the first one. This week we're talking about what we feel our roles as parents are, what discipline means (hint: it has less to do with the child than you might think), and who we look to for advice and encouragement. We're revealing some of lowest moments of parenting (and in our true nature, tears are shed), and also our proudest moments that remind us it's all going to be okay. So much of being human is a reminder that anything...2021-08-021h 26

Pretty Over PerfectAll About Traveling: Tips, Tricks and InspirationToday's episode is special because we are hosting our very first guest, Jessica's little sister, Whitney! Whitney is here to talk all about how she travels with her young family, including how they dream, plan and budget for the adventures they want to take. We're all telling you how we get through long road-trips, the best time to arrive at a destination, minimalist packing ideas and why we think traveling is a good idea in the first place. After all, it is a lot of effort, so how do we make it worth it?We have lots...2021-07-261h 07

Pretty Over PerfectAll Things Summer: Bucket Lists, Popsicles and Inflatable PoolsThis (much) warmer weather has us dreaming of all things festive and fun. Summer is often a bit of a reprieve from normal life, so we're talking bucket lists, personal goals and mentality shifts as we enjoy the sunnier side of life. Plus, we're telling you our favorite sides to bring to a barbecue and some of Jessica's sound weird, but she swears they taste delicious. Jessica is planning to make lots of popsicles with Kootek Popsicle Molds. 2021-07-1249 min

Pretty Over PerfectSelf-Care: Living on PurposeDolly Parton once said, "Find out who you are. And do it on purpose." To wrap up our month focused on self-care, we are evaluating our core values: the main principles we use to determine how we want to live our lives. Once we've established what these core values are, daily decision making becomes a lot easier, and caring for our whole selves becomes habit. And! We're sharing some of YOUR ideas, thought processes and daily routines that help you live your lives on purpose. Core Values - a list to get you started on finding yours! 2021-06-281h 01

Pretty Over PerfectPostpartum Self-Care: Mothers Are MagicIn this bonus episode we’re taking the opportunity to let Jessica tell us all about her recent experience giving birth and her current feelings about the postpartum period. We’re talking about what moms - and babies - really need during this time. Jessica tells us how you can detect what your baby needs by listening to their different cries and Michelle gets a little nerdy about neurochemicals and why most mothers hold their babies in their left arms. We know that surviving the 4th trimester may be instinctual, but that doesn’t make it easy, so we’re here...2021-06-2155 min

Child Life Wild LifeThe Wild Life of Starting Your Own Program with Jessica Hotchkiss and Michelle FinnemanCertified Child Life Specialist, Jessica Lewin, talks with friends, Jessica Hotchkiss, CCLS and Michelle Finneman, CCLS about how to start a program from the ground up. Jessica and Michelle provide listeners with tips for what to be thinking about when starting a program, what their days looked like (especially in the beginning) and how they're hoping to grow their program now that they've been in this role for two years at their 2-person program. Coming from larger child life departments, Jessica and Michelle had to quickly learn how to manage their time and budget in order to av...2021-06-1842 min

Pretty Over PerfectSelf-Care: Style Without the StressOur philosophy is you have to get dressed every day, so you might as well have some fun doing it! We're no fashion influencers, but if you're like us, you might think of self-presentation as it's own art form. Or maybe you're wondering what the heck "style" even is anymore. This week we're chatting about ways we like to show up in the world, from daily rituals, to our signature additions of sparkle. We're dishing on the things our mamas taught us and how we wade through endless new trends to find our favorite looks. References from...2021-06-1458 min

Ignited EntrepreneursEpisode #106 - Launch your Podcast with Michelle AbrahamEpisode #106 - Launch your Podcast with Michelle Abraham Most people start by doing the "thing", then teach others, but Michelle did the opposite! Michelle Abraham is the Founder of AmplifYou Podcast Network. They love working with High Vibe Leaders who are making a massive impact in the world . They specialize in Podcast Launching and Re-launching and podcast management so you can focus on your zone of genius. Before leaning into the podcast world, Michelle helped people to launch their biz and books so it was a natural progression to also support people with l...2021-06-0545 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan PodcastJessica Jones Season 3 Finale Episodes 10-13 Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS378The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Lauren, Agent Michelle and show Producer Director SP discuss the finale Jessica Jones episodes ending their Netflix Defenders series watch as well as discuss the weekly Marvel news. The Agents debrief you on National Creativity Day, the ending of the Marvel Netflix Defenders Universe, the Agents differing opinions on the final Jessica Jones season, the lack of consistence in Jessica Jones’ arrest, Trish’s flawed thought process and her Superhero origins and change into Hellcat, the character growth without payoff, Jeri Hogarth’s poetic ending, a final Defenders crossover cameo...2021-06-031h 22

Amplify YOU with PodcastingBehind The Mic: Ignited Entrepreneur, Podcasting has Changed her Business With Jessica CoulthardFounder of The Women Who Inspire Conference 2019, host of Ignited Entrepreneurs podcast, NLP Practitioner, Certified Life Coach and Strategic Interventionist, Jessica Coulthard is on Amplifyou today for Behind The Mic Interview with Michelle Abraham. Today, she joins Michelle to talk about her NLP techniques, the courses and programs she’s offering, and how she got into Podcasting.Don’t miss: ● Looked for all the ways that you can do things instead of thinking that you can’t ● Lead with service first● Transfer of belief● Podcasting is a gift that you could give people 2021-06-0232 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan PodcastJessica Jones Season 3 Episodes 8-9 Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS377The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Michelle and show Producer Director SP discuss the finale Netflix Defenders series Jessica Jones season 3 episodes “AKA Camera Friendly” and “AKA I Did Something Today.” The Agents debrief you on National Taffy Day, Dorothy Walker’s tragic final moments, Salinger’s motivations, Trish defining moment in the season, Jessica’s poor choice, Costa’s self-blame, how the season wasted the Jeri Hogarth character, Eric is just a repeat story, and what qualifies as “bad” in regards to Eric’s power? Stay tuned after the credits for a few minutes of Legends Of S.H.I.E...2021-05-2734 min

Pretty Over PerfectLet's Eat Cake!We're wrapping up our food-focused month with our amateur tips for making fun and festive cakes! We're not professionals by any means, but if you've ever wanted to try your hand at baking and decorating a simple cake, we have some of our favorite tips (developed through a lot of trial and error) compiled into this bonus episode for you. Check us out on Instagram this week to see some of the cakes we've made (just because we think it's fun), and check out the links below for our favorite tools and resources. Happy Cake Day!2021-05-2430 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan PodcastJessica Jones Season 3 Episodes 4-7 Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS376The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Michelle and show Producer Director SP discuss the finale Netflix Defenders series Jessica Jones episodes “AKA Customer Service is Standing By,” “AKA I Wish,” “AKA Sorry Face,” “AKA The Double Half-Wappinger,” and the weekly Marvel News. The Agents debrief you on National Do Something Good For Your Neighbor Day, if the four episodes could have been combined into one, the lack of visible superhero action, if the villain could have been a normal television cop show villain, the pre-pandemic gas station E.coli hand sanitizer moment, Jessica’s failure at the train car...2021-05-2048 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan PodcastJessica Jones Season 3 Premiere Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS375The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent Michelle, Consultant Jason and show Producer Director SP discuss the finale Netflix Defenders series Jessica Jones premiere episodes “AKA The Perfect Burger,” “AKA You’re Welcome,” “AKA I Have No Spleen,” and the weekly Marvel News. The Agents debrief you on National Lost Sock Day, Krysten Ritter’s directing debut, Jason attacking Michelle’s favorite show Star Trek Discovery, the perfect burger that could not have been, Jessica Jones’ magical refrigerator, the spleen biology lesson, divorce international child trafficking, the extensive “previously on,” Malcolm’s moral dilemmas, Jeri Hogarth’s final wish, Trish’s bullet...2021-05-131h 15

Find Your Still PointGuest Interview with Michelle CrittedonGuest Episode!⁠ ⁠ Today Jessica King interviews Michelle Crittendon. Michelle is a wife, mother, and yoga teacher in Wilmington, NC. Today Michelle tells us about her yoga journey while also navigating the craziness of motherhood and business. She also shows up with us today to speak a little about the intersection of wellness with mental health and how radical acceptance has helped her to step up authentically to show up for herself and be well. Among other things, Michelle discusses the importance of seeking qualified professionals when dealing with mental health issues, the mind...2021-04-1255 min

Pretty Over PerfectFinding Joy: Curiosity and CompassionIn April we're focusing on all the ways - little and big - that we find joy in the everyday, starting out with embracing curiosity and compassion for the people around us and the situations we find ourselves in. This is a subject near and dear to our hearts, so join us this month as we pursue all the good things in the messiness of the reality of our humanness. Plus, find out who Michelle's doppleganger is, and which musician Jessica loves so much she recently found out she is in the top 2% of the fanbase for. 2021-04-0542 min

Pretty Over PerfectOrganization: Flexibility Within a FrameworkThis week we're getting into the nitty gritty of all the things: laundry, meal planning, house cleaning, chores, all of it! We've got tips, tricks and a whole lot of thoughts on how to get it all done - in a way that lets us live the rest of our lives to the fullest. It all has to get done, so let's make it as manageable - and enjoyable - as possible! Michelle loves this cookbook by Half Baked Harvest. Jessica recommends The Food Nanny. And find us on Instagram (@prettyoverperfect), where we'll be...2021-03-2947 min

Pretty Over PerfectOrganization: Drawers of MiscellanyIt’s time for spring cleaning and this week we’re getting our houses in order and exploring all the reasons they get so out of hand in the first place. We’re rebranding junk drawers and giving everything a place of its own. Plus, why Michelle never met a shoebox she didn’t like, and how Jessica is hiding all her overflow items in the pantry. P.S. We had so much to share on this one we let it run long... and couldn’t figure out what to cut. So bear with us as we tackle all...2021-03-081h 17

Pretty Over PerfectConnection Pt 2: Cereal Dates and Giant Charcuterie BoardsWe're diving deep into ways we make special time for our kids and prioritize our communities, from Tea Tuesdays and backyard soirees to door dashing and bunco groups. Plus, hear all about giant charcuterie boards that fill entire kitchen islands and the mishap where Michelle showed up at her neighbor's family reunion thinking it was a block party. Michelle's favorite / Aveda Spa knock-off tea can be found here: Teapigs Licorice and Peppermint Tea 2021-02-2255 min

The Catmaste Chronicles PodcastJessica Newman 'Modelling, Alopecia Areata Awareness and Cat Scrappy'This week Michelle speaks with Jessica Newman, she is a model represented by Zebedee Talent a revolutionary model agency representing people with disabilities and visible differences. At 14 years old Jessica was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata, an auto-immune disease that causes hair loss in some or all parts of the body. Jessica has dealt with lots of self-confidence knocks and emotions since her diagnosis but during the lockdown, she decided to share her story on Instagram. Jessica's brilliant and inspirational social media account has brought lots of amazing opportunities such as features on Channel 4's Steph's Packed Lunch, a modeling...2021-02-1744 min

Pretty Over PerfectThe Year of ImprovementJessica and Michelle introduce you to themselves, the podcast, and a year of improvement - Pretty Over Perfect style!2021-01-2544 min

Balance SharedRise up through change, an interview with Jessica WilliamsIntroduction to Episode On the Rise Solutions is a testimony to how we Rise Up when adversity calls. In this interview, Michelle and Jessica discuss super powers, the importance of pivoting and reinventing yourself, and lessons learned when life throws you serious curveballs. Podcast Episode Summary In this episode, Jessica shares how she rebranded from the Superwoman Project to On the Rise Solutions. The conversation ebbs and flows through strategy, honoring the grieving process in change, and several clear strategic steps on how to rebrand, how to navigate change, and more. ...2020-09-0233 min

Small Changes Big ShiftsJessica BlublaughHow do we continue to serve our mission, but also do so from a financially responsible and cautionary way? - Jessica Blubaugh What can we do to encourage movement during a time of restriction? This week, director of Win for KC Jessica Blubaugh, discusses the mission of empowering women and girls in sports. Win for KC’s annual TRYathalon is now virtual! Jessica describes the creative problem solving to keep the event accessible, fun, and safe. About Jessica Blubaugh Jessica began her career with WIN for KC as an intern over a dec...2020-07-1542 min

The Rising WomanMichelle BowditchWelcome to The Rising Woman Podcast. Michelle Bowditch is a C-Suite Executive Assistant Advocate with over 15 years’ experience across a wide range of industries in both the public and private sectors. With experience working as a Business Manager, Editor, Professional Speaker, and Event Manager, Michelle is a formidable leader and advocate for Executive Assistant's and with the use of technology to propel you forward in your career. She created Door20a to help Executive Assistants find their voice, disrupt the status quo, and identify better ways to do business. In 2019, she spoke at 16 Executive Assistant co...2020-05-1900 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan Podcast"AKA Shark In The Bathtub, Monster In The Bed" S2E9 & "AKA Pork Chop" S2E10 Jessica Jones Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS326The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Director SP and Agent Michelle discuss the Netflix series Jessica Jones season 2 episodes “AKA Shark In The Bathtub, Monster In The Bed” and “AKA Pork Chop.” The Agents debrief you on First Contact Day and Martian rover wheels, what Grade D meat is used for, the “breather” slower episode, if Pryce is competent, was Jessica shot or grazed, Trish abuse admission, why Trish really quit her radio show, the best MCU Netflix-Defenders series crossover ever, Jessica’s tough choice about Alisa, what the cost of Jeri’s life is, the gory prisoner nu...2020-04-0956 min

Legends of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Marvel Studios TV & Film Fan Podcast"AKA Sole Survivor" S2E3 & "AKA God Help The Hobo" S2E4 Jessica Jones Review (A Marvel Fancast) LoS323The Legends Of S.H.I.E.L.D. Director SP, Agent Lauren and Agent Michelle discuss the Netflix series Jessica Jones season 2 episodes “AKA Sole Survivor” and “AKA God Help The Hobo.” The Agents debrief you on what type of yarn is appropriate for an investigative board map, what type of Olympic sport would Jessica Jones win the gold medal in, Lauren’s special burglary advice, if Jessica Jones has an issue with electric powered vehicles, the ongoing theme of toxic masculinity in the Jessica Jones series, introductions to Inez the nurse and “Dr. Lisa Hansen,” how Jessica Jones deals wi...2020-03-191h 04

Interview Connections | The Leading Podcast Booking AgencyHow to Get Your Book Done with Michelle VandepasIn this client feature episode of Rock the Podcast, Jessica interviews Michelle Vandepas, the nation’s leading expert for entrepreneurs and personal development experts who want to share what they’ve learned with the world by becoming an author. She is the co-founder of GracePoint Matrix Publishing, the gold standard in concierge publishing. She is also an esteemed TEDx speaker and TEDx Speaker Coach. As a book coach and publisher Michelle has worked with thousands of authors over the past 20 years to publish and promote their books and their work. As a serial entrepreneur and serial bestselling author herself, she...2020-02-1326 min

Small Changes Big ShiftsEp. 214 - Jessica Nickels and Allison KiddIf you don’t heal the heart, you will never heal the body. - Dr. Michelle Robin In this special BONUS episode of Small Changes Big Shifts, we are joined by two of Resolve Counseling & Wellness Center Licensed Counselors in Kansas City, Allison Kidd, LMSW and Jessica Nickels how to live a healthy life by making small changes for big shifts but also two incredible upcoming events: Care4U2 and The SHIFT Experience. Care4U2 - October 25th Click here to learn more about the Care4U2 Event The 3rd Annual Car...2019-10-0425 min

Small Changes Big ShiftsEp. 209 - Jessica BlublaughPeople will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou Jessica Blublaugh has spent 15 years in the non-profit sector, specifically in events and marketing. After four years at the KC Sports Commission, she moved on to the Women’s Sports Foundation in New York and then Atlanta. In her time there, Jessica had the opportunity to work with sports greats like Billie Jean King, Michelle Kwan, Aimee Mullins, Julie Foudy and Jessica Mendoza, managing the organization’s major fundraisers and community events. 2019-09-0121 min