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Glitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E13: The 4th G - An Interview with Stacy KupskyDo you have a seemingly nonlinear career path? Would you like to be more intentional in your decision-making about next steps in your life and career? Then this episode is for you! Join us as our guest, Stacy Kupsky, challenges us to add a fourth G to Glitter, Grit, and Growth - Grounding!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It shoul...2025-07-1727 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E12: An Interview with Parent Coach Lisa ReicheltAre you a parent to late-teen or adult children? Would you like to be more intentional in your relationship with them? Then this episode is for you! Join us as our guest, Parent Coach Lisa Reichelt from Champion Your Parenting, shares nuggets of wisdom about the challenges and opportunities of parenting older kids.This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!2025-07-0334 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E11: Mid-Year Check In: Reflect, Realign, ReigniteIt’s hard to believe we’re about halfway through 2025 already. At the beginning of the year, listeners were encouraged to select a word of the year. Whether you chose one to guide your year or not, now is a great opportunity to reflect about where you are and the direction you want to go for the rest of the year. In Season 2 Episode 11, we are checking in and creating space to reflect, realign, and reignite!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at som...2025-06-1929 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E10: Adventures in Ireland!In our last episode, we talked about preparation vs. planning and what to do when life taps you on the shoulder with an opportunity. In Season 2 Episode 10, we get to share the results of doing just that because we went on an amazing trip to Ireland!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It should be a “No” unless...2025-06-0532 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E9: When Preparation Beats PlanningAt first glance, it might seem like preparing and planning are the same thing, but the difference between them is where the magic is! In Episode 9 of Season 2 of Glitter, Grit, and Growth, we dive into the nuance and how we leverage preparedness in our lives!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It should be a “No” unless...2025-05-2229 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E8: An Interview with Recent College Grad Zoe PantinCollege graduation is a scary and exciting time. So many changes are on the horizon and so much growth has happened since first stepping foot on campus as a freshman. In Episode 8 of Season 2 of Glitter, Grit, and Growth, we interview Zoe Pantin, a vibrant young graduate ready to take the world by storm!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic s...2025-05-0827 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E7: 5 Tips for an Intentional Spring!The birds are back and there are signs of spring everywhere! Symbols of growth are all around us this time of the year. In Episode 7 of Season 2 of Glitter, Grit, and Growth, we share our top five tips for an intentional spring!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”● There’s mor...2025-04-2425 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E6: An Interview with Firestarter Heather BoschkeGlitter, Grit, and Growth is thrilled to interview a marketer, professor, and bird lover: Heather Boschke. In 2021, Heather founded Vogel Venture, a small business marketing company and also began drawing birds as a creative outlet after the COVID lockdown. These adorable little birds are now featured in her children’s book series, Little Birdie Buddies. Heather’s mission is to “spread joy one bird at a time.”This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be ac...2025-04-1024 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E5: Podcasthon Interview with TeamWomen's Katy BurkeGlitter, Grit, and Growth is thrilled to be a part of this year’s Podcasthon, a one-week virtual event where podcasters from around the world use their voices to highlight a non-profit organization of choice. GGG selected TeamWomen, an organization near and dear to Shelley’s heart. Join us for a fantastic conversation with the Executive Director of TeamWomen, Katy Burke!This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shou...2025-03-2036 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E4: Accelerating ActionThis year’s theme of International Women’s Day is “Accelerate Action.” In Season 2 Episode 4, Shelley and Jill explore what gender equity means, examine the impact inequity has had on our lives, and discuss the actions we can take to reduce inequities.This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”●...2025-03-0628 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E3: Let’s Talk about the “F” Word - FailureThis week’s topic is kind of a spicy one. Shelley and Jill talk about the “F word” - failure. In Season 2 Episode 3, we talk about the myths of failure, the grit required when you fail, and how to potentially reframe failure as a growth tool.This podcast is for you if you believe that:● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.● Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!● It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”2025-02-2020 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E2: The Courage to PauseThere used to be a time when Shelley and Jill wore “busy” as a badge of honor, but those days are over. Exhaustion is not a status symbol. Busy doesn’t mean being more productive. In Season 2 Episode 2, we talk about what it means to press pause, how to find the courage to do it, and what we gain when we do.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
● Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
● Fear should be acknowledg...2025-02-0618 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS2E1: Transitions and TransformationSeason 2 starts now! Welcome back for another year of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. We’re kicking the new season off intentionally with the topic of transitions and transformation. Whether it’s professional, personal, physical, or financial, we all navigate changes on a regular basis. In Episode 1 of Season 2, Shelley and Jill share the tips and tricks that serve them well in times of change and help them live their life by design.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at someth...2025-01-2319 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E22: Reflection and ConnectionThis is such a busy time of the year with the holidays, end of the year pressure at work, and so much of the invisible workload falling on women. How can we not just survive these last few weeks of the year but actually thrive in them? In Episode 22, Shelley and Jill share their approach for these upcoming weeks – first reflecting and then connecting to stay present.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should...2024-12-0518 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E21: Reframing Imposter SyndromeHave you ever had that nagging voice in your head telling you that you aren’t good enough or that you don’t belong? Most women have. In Episode 21, Shelley and Jill talk about a topic that they’ve touched on in previous episodes, but felt it was worthy of its own time to dig in even deeper – imposter syndrome. In this episode they’ll talk about what it is, why it affects so many of us, and how we can combat it.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and...2024-11-2121 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E20: Embracing Uncertainty: Strategies for Navigating the UnknownSince we spend so much of our lives navigating uncertainty, is it possible to embrace it? In Episode 20, Shelley and Jill talk about surviving, and even thriving, during uncertain situations. Whether it’s a career change, a relationship pivot, or the loss of a loved one, embracing uncertainty requires letting go, leveraging the tools in your mental health toolbox, and tapping into your resilience and self-efficacy - the belief that you have what it takes to make it through this gritty moment.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and...2024-11-0727 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E19: Nervous but Networking - Tips for Making Authentic ConnectionsIn Episode 19, Shelley and Jill discuss the importance of networking and making meaningful connections in both personal and professional growth, share some of their own experiences, and provide some actionable tips to help you improve your own networking skills.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
• There’s more than enough for...2024-10-2417 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E18: There's More Than Enough for EveryoneIn Episode 18, Shelley and Jill dig a little deeper into one of the key tenets of their podcast manifesto: “There’s more than enough for everyone.” They discuss the difference between abundance and scarcity mindsets, the benefits of believing there is enough for everyone, and tips on how to shift from scarcity to abundance.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It shoul...2024-10-0323 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E17: Navigating the Messy MiddleWe spend so much of our lives in the messy middle, so why is it so hard to navigate? In Episode 17, Shelley and Jill talk about the grit and messy middle they have experienced during their personal and professional lives, whether it’s surviving a hurricane in a tent or sticking with the creative process when self-doubt kicks in. You’ll hear tips about how to turn inward to use the tools you’ve acquired throughout your own personal development journey and you’ll be reminded to turn outward as well to lean out your support network to help get you...2024-09-1931 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E16: The Glitter, Grit, and Growth of FriendshipShelley and Jill have maintained their friendship for over 40 years. In Episode 16, they dig a little deeper into all the facets of friendship - the glitter, the grit, and the growth. You’ll hear stories about how their friendship has evolved over the years, how they’ve supported one another through life’s ups and downs, and how they’ve created safety and space for each other to grow and evolve.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
...2024-09-0520 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E15: Personality Assessment - An Important Tool on the Journey of Growth and Self-AwarenessMany podcasters and thought leaders are giving lots of air time to the concept of Human Design. In Episode 15, we talk about what Human Design is and isn’t as well as how we’ve effectively used other personality assessments throughout our lives and careers.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “H...2024-08-2224 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E14: The Delicate Balance Between Gratitude and AmbitionIn Episode 14, we explore finding the balance between being grateful for what we have and still striving for more. While sometimes gratitude and ambition feel like opposing forces, they can actually co-exist and compliment each other to create a rich and fulfilling life.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes...2024-08-0816 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E13: Book Review Series - "The Big Leap"In Episode 13, we review our first book: "The Big Leap" by New York Times Best Selling Author Gay Hendricks. This interactive book helps readers conquer hidden fears described as the “Upper Limit Problem” or ULP for short. If you’re willing to identify and remove your obstacles to success, you’re able to experience new levels of abundance, love, and creativity.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from...2024-07-2525 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E12: Moving From Perfectionism to a Growth MindsetIn Episode 12, we explore the glitter of perfectionism, the gritty downside of toxic perfectionism, and our opportunities for growth. While, as achievers, we acknowledge that we set high standards for ourselves, have great attention to detail, and are driven by a desire for self-improvement, it’s important to discern when perfectionism actually helps us and when it hurts us.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doi...2024-07-1124 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E11: Declutter Your LifeIn Episode 11, we discuss the importance of decluttering: physically, digitally, and mentally. We acknowledge that the more we remove what doesn’t serve us, the more space we create for what does.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
• There’s more than enough for everyone.
• Your energy will tel...2024-06-2729 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E10: Glimmers!In Episode 10, we discuss the unexpected, fleeting moments in life that bring lightheartedness and joy: glimmers! We’ll define not only what glimmers are, but what they aren’t, and how glimmers present themselves to us when we are open to seeing and experiencing them.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
...2024-06-1325 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E9: When Things Don't Go As Planned!In Episode 9, we discuss the grit needed when something doesn’t go as planned. You’ll hear great tips and strategies so that next time you face one of those challenging days, you can face it head on.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
• There’s more than...2024-05-3035 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E8: The Daily GritIn Episode 8, we discuss the grit and commitment it takes to get through the “normal” days. You’ll hear tips and techniques about morning, midday, and evening routines. You’ll be encouraged to follow your energetic flow to optimize productivity, creativity, and relationships.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
2024-05-1628 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E7: Interview Series - Unbox Your Creative Genius with Shelley SánchezEpisode 7 continues our interview series where guests chat about their journey through the lens of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. This time you’ll hear about unboxing your creative genius with our co-host, Shelley Sánchez. You’ll learn about why creativity is so important, how we end up “boxing it up” at times, and the overall impact creativity can have on our relationships, our health, and our future.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
2024-05-0220 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E6: Interview Series - Press Pause with Multipotentialite Jill JohnsAre you ready for it? Episode 6 kicks off the interview series where guests chat about their journey through the lens of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. Who better to start the series off than our own co-host (and Swiftie), Jill Johns! You’ll get to know Jill all too well, from managing her reputation to acting fearless when she felt anything but. If there’s one thing I know to be true about her, she’s in her thriving era.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and bein...2024-04-1820 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E5: Here's a Message for Our DaughtersIn honor of International Women’s Day, Jill and Shelley talk about their amazing daughters, Zoe and Gigi, on episode 5. You’ll hear about their desire to inspire their daughters to dream big, to challenge stereotypes, and to embrace their worth and potential.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”2024-04-0429 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E4: 5 Steps for Your Life Full of "Hell Yes" Adventures!In episode 4, Jill and Shelley discuss their shared wanderlust and the concept of “Hell Yes!” adventures. You’ll learn that it takes courage to identify your needs and that all adventures, whether big or small, alone or with others, play an integral role in a life by design.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unle...2024-03-2130 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E3: What Is Success, Anyway?In episode 3, Jill and Shelley discuss into how their definition of success has changed over the years. You’ll learn the importance of defining success on your own terms, along with embracing failure and overcoming imposter syndrome.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!
• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”
• There’s more than enou...2024-03-1228 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E2: The GRIT Behind the Glitter and GrowthIn episode 2, Jill and Shelley dig into the GRIT behind life’s glitter and growth moments. Most social media feeds are filled with glitter and growth moments, but behind those sparkly highlights is a world of grit that deserves to be acknowledged. As we begin to normalize conversations about grit, an authentic and supportive community begins to grow!
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.
• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you...2024-02-2935 minGlitter, Grit, and GrowthS1E1: Highlights of Our Glitter, Grit, and Growth MomentsIn this first episode, you’ll meet lifelong friends, Jill Johns and Shelley Sánchez, the co-hosts of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. From growing up in a small town in Minnesota to exploring Europe in their early twenties, these two former corporate executives discuss some of life’s glitter moments, dig deep into the grit it took to get through, and share how they’ve grown on life’s amazing journey.
This podcast is for you if you believe that:
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