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Women who Succeed podcastHow to Succeed as a Solopreneur with Sue Allen Clayton - ep 043We all dream about owning our own business with everything on our terms: no long commute, no hovering boss, and no rigid schedules. But what is life as a solopreneur really like? In this episode, we chat with Sue Allen Clayton, author of the book Solopreneur Success: How to Plan, Create and Run a One-Person Business. She gives us an inside look at life as a solopreneur. In addition, we cover the difference between an entrepreneur and a solopreneur, tips for maintaining productivity, and how to juggle multiple responsibilities. Listen to this episode and get started on...2022-11-0155 min
Women who Succeed podcastFrom HR to philanthropy with Shamice Blair - ep 42In this episode, we chat with HR professional, Shamice Blair. With 20+ years experience, she shares some thoughts on salary negotiations, conflict resolution, and interviewing. She also shares how she put her skills to use to help nonprofit organizations. Show notes: Shamice’s website: www.childlikehope.org. To get in touch with Shamice, you can email her at sblair@childlikehope.org Or follow Shamice on social media @childlike_hope. 2022-07-0742 min
Women who Succeed podcastMaking Connections with Christian Life Coach Deb BrownDo you know someone who seems to have connections everywhere? Ever wonder how they do it? In this episode, we invited Deb Brown, a Christian Life Coach and a Master Connector, to the podcast to talk with us about connections. Deb gives us some tips on how to make meaningful connections and how to maintain those relationships. She also shared how she stayed connected during Covid. Lots of great ideas to boost your connections in this episode! Show Notes: To connect with Deb, check out her website: www.devotedbeyond.org Or find her...2021-09-0248 min
Women who Succeed podcastPersonal and Professional Success with Transformational Coach Joan ClarkIn this episode, we talk with transformational coach and consultant, Joan Clark. Joan partners with both individuals and corporations to help them reach their full potential. We chat about some of the challenges women and leaders face today and she gives us some great tips on how we can bring more joy and creativity into our lives. Need to make some changes in your life? This is the episode for you! Show Notes: Joan partners with individuals to help them discover and unlock their potential, to recognize that transformational success is within their r...2021-06-2559 min
Women who Succeed podcastTurning the Tables with guest host Lada Lysniak part 2In this episode, our good friend Lada Lysniak has returned to turn the tables on us! Lada is our guest host for this episode as she interviews Sandra and Christine and covers everything from Christine's project on compassion to Sandra's traumatic public speaking experience in Japan. Show Notes: Click here to listen to part 1 (episode #38) of this interview with our guest host, Lada Lysniak To contact Lada: Instagram: @goddesslada14 YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/couchchick And make sure to check out Lada's original episode with us: Episode #16 w...2021-06-0446 min
Women who Succeed podcastTurning the Tables with guest host Lada Lysniak part 1In this episode, our good friend Lada Lysniak has returned to turn the tables on us! Lada is our guest host for this episode as she interviews Sandra and Christine and covers everything from the start of the podcast to what Sandra has learned from raising a son with autism. Show Notes: This is a link for the performance group that Sandra's son is a part of: http://www.thinkbigtheaterarts.org/special-needs-cast.html To contact Lada: Instagram: @goddesslada14 YouTube: https://youtube.com/user/couchchick And make sure to...2021-05-2458 min
Women who Succeed podcastHelping Girls find Their Inner Wisdom with Carmin CaterinaDo you ever find yourself battling against the conditioning you received as a young girl? Many well-intentioned adults have reinforced messages that girls should always be nice, modest, and trim and it can take a lifetime to learn how to break with that past conditioning. Our guest in this episode, Carmin Caterina, is trying to change that. Carmin started a program for girls to help teach them to believe in themselves, find their voices, and develop a healthy body image. She is making a difference, one girl at a time! Show Notes: Lessons for My D...2021-04-1332 min
Women who Succeed podcastThe World Needs to Hear Your Stories with Dana NorrisIn this episode, we’re talking with Dana Norris, author of “The Storytelling Code: 10 Simple Rules to Shape and Tell a Brilliant Story” and founder of Story Club, a monthly storytelling show featured in 6 cities. Dana will share why stories are so memorable and why it’s important for us to tell our stories. Along the way she gives us some great tips to create a compelling story. Show Notes: Dana’s March 12th performance on Risk has not been posted yet, but keep an eye out for it on their website. This is the link...2021-03-2646 minWomen who Succeed podcastThe Success Series part 1: FlexibilityThis is part 1 of our new Success Series where we'll share some of the key traits that lead to successful outcomes. In today's episode, we're going back through the archives to share clips featuring some of our prior guests showing how flexibility helped them to grow both professionally and personally. Show notes: We featured 4 guests in this episode. Here are links to the original episodes. Stacey Wohl Maria Camassa Regina Schneider Heather Forbes 2021-02-2029 min
Women who Succeed podcast3 Favorite books with Joy RoblesIn this episode, we invited back Joy Robles to tell us about 3 of her favorite books. If you didn’t get to hear Joy’s interview, make sure to check out episodes 27 and 28, Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable, where she shared some wonderful tips on thriving in a male-dominated industry. Show notes: The 3 books that Joy recommended: Unshakeable by Tony Robbins and Peter Mallouk https://www.amazon.com/Unshakeable-Your-Financial-Freedom-Playbook-ebook/dp/B01KU08VQE/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1611344565&sr=8-1 How Women Rise by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith https://www...2021-01-2433 min
Women who Succeed podcastGetting Through Tough TimesMost of us are finding this winter particularly difficult between coping with a pandemic and the challenges confronting our nation. And that doesn't factor in our personal challenges. How do we keep our sanity though this? In this episode, Sandra and Christine will share some of the things they've found helpful to get through this time as well as why this is a particularly difficult time for women. Show notes: Sandra mentions Creative Bug for workshops on crafts. You can check out their site by clicking here. To see the journal...2021-01-1442 min
Women who Succeed podcastWhen the going gets tough, the tough get going with Stacey WohlWe chatted with Stacey Wohl, founder of the Cause Cafe; a cafe that was staffed with disabled individuals including her own adult children. She was featured on Rachel Ray and the Today Show, but life threw her a few curveballs and she's had to pivot. She shares with us the rest of her inspiring story. Show notes: To contact Stacey: email: ourcoffeewithacause@gmail.com Facebook: @Stacey Schultz Wohl Organizations mentioned in this episode: Southfork Bakey: https://www.southforkbakery.org John's Crazy Socks: https://johnscrazysocks.com2020-12-1541 min
Women who Succeed podcastJournaling with a FriendIn this episode, Sandra and Christine talk about their year-long journaling project and how it helped them to stay connected through all of life's ups and downs. Show notes: The journal Sandra and Christine created is called: Just Between Us To contact us: Facebook and Instagram: @womenwhosucceedpodcast Our website: www.womenwhosucceedpodcast.com 2020-11-2318 min
Women who Succeed podcastWe're Talking Finance with Kimberly Gilgeours, part 2This episode is a continuation of our interview with Kimberly Gilgeours. With the knowledge she’s gained in over 25 years in the financial industry, along with her speaking and coaching experience, she shares some of her secrets for staying positive, as well as how adversity shapes us, and how important it is for us to find our purpose. Show notes Kim mentioned her favorite app for positive affirmations: Think Up. Here’s the website for more information: https://www.thinkup.me/ When your energy shifts, make sure to run through the HALT acronym to h...2020-11-1056 min
Women who Succeed podcastWe're talking finance with Kim GilgeoursIn today’s episode we’re talking with Kim Gilgeours, a speaker, coach, and financial professional for over 25 years. In part 1 of this interview, she shares with us how her Mom was a driving force behind her career in finance and why it’s so important for her to help others get their financial house in order. We also talked about: Mentors - both willing and unwilling Work / Life Balance How important it is to know your true value (and how to get what your worth) Why it's critical for women to know their financial position (even wh...2020-10-2857 min
Women who Succeed podcastPart 2 of Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Joy RoblesIn part 2 of our episode with Joy Robles, we cover topics such as: The Dangers of an Us vs Them Mentality How to know when to take a stand How to deal with difficult clients The most inspiring sale Joy ever witnessed If you'd like to contact Joy, you can reach her at the following sites: Facebook: Joy Ann Power UnLeashed or Power of Sales Unleashed Website: www.power-unleashed.com Her ebook is called “7 Steps for Becoming a Kickass Saleswoman”2020-10-0846 min
Women who Succeed podcastGetting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Joy RoblesShow Notes for Joy’s episode Part 1 Joy Robles, an award-winning saleswoman for 20 years, joins us in this episode to talk about the lessons she’s learned working in a male-dominated industry. Among other things, we spoke about: The differences in communication styles between men and women (and how to adjust) Setting your standards How nurturing and empathy can be our strengths The unique obstacles women face To contact Joy: Facebook: Joy Ann Power UnLeashed or Power of Sales Unleashed Website: www.power-unleashed.com He...2020-09-2839 min
Women who Succeed podcastLet's talk Covid frustrationsSandra's had it with this virus. She's at the end of her rope and most of us are feeling that same frustration at this point. So how are we going to get through these next few months? Christine and Sandra chatted about both their frustrations and some of the ways they're using to cope with this challenging time.2020-08-1846 min
Women who Succeed podcastThrowback to Stayin' Positive with Lada LysniakThis episode originally aired in the fall of 2019...which isn't actually that long ago except that now everything has changed. Lada shared such great insight with us in that episode that we thought it would be great to share again now to help us get through the challenges we're all facing. On this episode, we talk with Lada Lysniak, who takes us on her journey from a career in news production with ABC news through some of her darkest moments battling an eating disorder and breast cancer. She shares with us when she hit rock bottom and...2020-07-2357 min
Women who Succeed podcast3 Books that Made a Difference with Heather ForbesIn this episode, we have Heather Forbes back to share the 3 books that made a difference in her life. Get ready to add these inspiring books to your reading list. If you didn't get to hear Heather's original interview with us, check out Episode 6! Here are the links for this episode: To hear Heather’s original interview with us: https://www.womenwhosucceedpodcast.com/podcast/episodes/heather-forbes-06 Permission to Screw Up by Kristen Hadeed https://www.amazon.com/Permission-Screw-Up-Learned-Everything-ebook/dp/B06VXGMCZD/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid...2020-06-1934 min
Women who Succeed podcastCelebrating the Little Wins with Britt OlizarowiczOur guest in today’s episode is Britt Olizarowicz. She is an author, blogger, small business owner, and a teacher for her 2 young kids whom she homeschools. We chatted with Britt about her experiences raising her son who has a sensory processing disorder and autism spectrum disorder. She tells us about the process she went through to learn not only how to cope, but how to thrive by creating a life that works for both the child and the parent as well. Lots of great tips for parents, family members, and friends. Here’s a link t...2020-05-2450 min
Women who Succeed podcastExploring Art with Rita BroughtonWe always hear stories about people who were dissuaded from going into art (how many people have gotten the "you can't make money in art" talk?). Well, Rita was encouraged to jump in and there's been no turning back. In this episode, Rita Broughton shares her journey into the world of art along with all the pleasures and challenges that come with it. Show Notes Artists that inspire Rita: The Hudson River School Artists https://www.theartstory.org/movement/hudson-river-school/ The French Impressionist painter Renoir https://www.pierre-auguste-renoir.org Klimt with works at th...2020-04-3044 min
Women who Succeed podcast3 Books that Made a Difference with Amy AtwoodOn International Women's Day, Sandra and Christine chatted with Amy Atwood, Head of Vaccine Communications at Takeda about 3 books that made a difference to her. She had some wonderful, inspiring books to share with us. Happy Reading! Here are the links to some of the books, blogs, and interviews that Amy mentioned in the episode: Hear Amy's story here Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates Dare to Lead by Brené Brown I Know why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou Horseshoes and Hand Grenades by S.M...2020-03-2032 min
Women who Succeed podcastBeing True to Yourself with Patricia BokowskiIn this episode, we chatted with Patricia Bokowski, the Founder and CEO of Nine Frogs. Patricia is a Fashion and Lifestyle Blogger, Image Consultant, Social Media Marketing Influencer, and Vlogger as well. Patricia’s story is all about being authentic and true to yourself. She started out in a corporate job doing administrative work that she was really good at, but she knew it wasn’t really what she wanted to do. With a little guidance from an outsider, she was able to set her sights on what she really wanted to do and hasn’t turned back. 2020-02-2745 min
Women who Succeed podcastHow to Handle the Guilt GremlinWe hope you're sailing through with your New Year's Resolutions, but just in case, we've got you covered with an episode on guilt. Yes, there are all kinds of guilt...from the guilt of not getting things done to the guilt of not meeting your goals, to the guilt you feel for putting your own needs ahead of others. Women carry tons of guilt! So in this episode, we talk about some of the tactics we use to lead a more guilt-free life. To hear our previous Gremlin episodes: www.womenwhosucceedpodcast.com2020-01-2724 min
Women who Succeed podcastEmpowering Through the Lens with Lori BolkelkenIn this episode, we chat with Lori Bockelken. Lori is a professional photographer as well as reiki healer, but that doesn't begin to touch on the long journey she's been on. Lori also struggled for many years in a co-dependent relationship and ended up in a long, downward spiral that eventually led to homelessness. Listen to her story and how photography became a source of healing and empowerment for both herself and her subjects. Show notes: Lori referenced the book: "A Language of Letting Go" by Melody Beattie Lori credits Morningstar for helping...2019-12-1757 min
Women who Succeed podcastFrom Darkness to Light with Dona DovieIn this episode, Sandra and Christine chat with Certified Acroyoga Teacher, Dona Dovie (aka Dovie). She shares her journey of not only surviving childhood trauma, but transforming her life in something beautiful and focused on helping others. Her inspiring story includes many tips on how to get through the painful moments in our lives. Dovie spoke about NAASCA (National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse). You can check out NAASCA's website here. To reach Dovie or to find out more about Acroyoga or to see some pictures of what it looks like, you can f...2019-11-2452 min
Women who Succeed podcastStayin' Positive with Lada LysniakOn this episode, we talk with Lada Lysniak, who takes us on her journey from a career in news production with ABC news through some of her darkest moments battling an eating disorder and breast cancer. She shares with us when she hit rock bottom and how she pulled herself through to become the powerful, fun-loving, hula hooping, Goddess she is today! There are two people Lada cites in this interview: Joe Dispenza (www.drjoedispenza.com) Wayne Dyer (www.drwaynedyer.com) To get in touch with Lada, you can find her...2019-10-2156 min
Women who Succeed podcastThe 3 Books that made a DifferenceIn this minisode, Sandra and Christine are sharing the books that have made a difference in their lives. Their greatest challenge was narrowing it down to 3 books each! Happy Reading! Sandra's picks: The Road Less Traveled by Scott Peck Loving Each Other by Leo Buscaglia Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism, Edited by Catherine Maurice, Gina Green, and Stephen Luce Christine's picks: Mini Habits by Stephen Guise Ultramarathon Man by Dean Karnazes Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert 2019-10-0818 min
Women who Succeed podcastInterview with actress Regina SchneiderEver wonder what it’s like to be an actress? In this episode, we talk with Regina Schneider, actress, acting teacher, and Mom of three kids. She talks about how she got into acting and how she balances career and family as well as offering some great tips for those thinking about getting into acting. And of course, we had to ask about her most recent role as Miriam Diaz on Blacklist! Show notes: The play that Regina performed in at the end of May 2019 was called “Fifty Words” by Michael W...2019-08-3049 min
Women who Succeed podcastThe Long, Lost Gremlin - PerfectionismIn this minisode, Sandra & Christine have an earnest discussion about perfectionism. They chat about how women seem to hold themselves to unreasonably high standards at times and their struggles with Imposter Syndrome. If you find yourself procrastinating and waiting for the perfect moment, this is the episode for you. Make sure to follow us on FB and Instagram @womenwhosucceedspodcast 2019-07-2308 min
Women who Succeed podcastInterview with Health and Wellness Coach Catherine GalliIn this episode, Catherine Galli, shares her story of how a day at an amusement park with her family became a life transforming event. Since that day in 2016, Catherine has been on an incredible journey. She changed her lifestyle and with the help of the Isagenix community, she became a member of the Isagenix 100 Pound Club by May of 2017. A year later, she received the Honorable Mention Award in the 2018 Isabody Challenge. And now, she's helping others reach their goals. Catherine shares some great tips for how to set and achieve your goals. ...2019-06-1737 min
Women who Succeed podcastThriving after tough transitions with Nina PrimeIn this interview, we speak with award-winning saleswoman and Bloomingdale's stylist, Nina Prime. Nina lets us in on a few of her secrets to succeed in sales. She also talks about what it was like to take a break from work to raise her son and the challenges she faced when she tried to reenter the workforce and how she overcame them. And finally, how she rebuilt her life after a long, difficult marriage. She's an amazing woman who's thrilled to be where she is today. To contact Nina, you can email her at: ni...2019-05-2337 min
Women who Succeed podcastInterview with health and wellness coach Vanessa KahenDid you ever stay in a job where you knew in your heart that it wasn’t right for you? Our guest this week, Vanessa Kahen talks about reaching that point a few years ago, but she decided to do something about it. In this episode, Vanessa talks about her journey from teacher to Health and Wellness coach and shares some great tips for a healthier lifestyle, and an epiphany that she had on a routine run. Show notes: To learn more about The Me Project visit: www.themeproject.org To con...2019-04-1939 min
Women who Succeed podcastTrue Grit with Jude Huber - part 2In this episode, our conversation with Jude Huber, co-owner or the Kauai Sugarloaf Pineapple Farm continues as we talk about avalanches (and what not to do in one), as well as Jude's thoughts on success and thinking outside the box. To get in touch with Jude, you can email her at jude@kauaisugarloaf.com Or find out more about the farm at www.kauaisugarloaf.com 2019-02-2522 min
Women who Succeed podcastTrue Grit with Jude HuberIn this episode, we talk with Jude Huber, co-owner of Kauai Sugarloaf Pineapple Farm. Jude's journey starts out in Yonkers, NY when as an 18 year old teenager, she got a heavy dose of tough love from her parents when they sent her off to live on her own with $50 in her pocket. Where was she sent? As far away as possible! She was sent to Hawaii to find her own way. And that's just the beginning. Jude shares some of her adventures with us and the invaluable lessons she's learned along the way. But one thing will...2019-02-1939 min
Women who Succeed podcastLiving a Life by Design with Amy AtwoodEver wonder what your life would look like if every obstacle you encountered turned into a stepping stone taking you closer to living the life you envisioned? That's exactly what our next guest did. In this episode, we interviewed Amy Atwood, head of Vaccine Communications at Takeda. Amy hit many roadblocks along the way, but she managed to transform each one into a new adventure that ultimately kept her heading on a path of helping others. Amy mentions several organizations, groups, and books in our interview. Here are the sites for more information: T...2019-01-1945 min
Women who Succeed podcastHandling the curveballs - Interview with Maria CamassaLife has a funny way of throwing us curveballs just when we think we have it all figured out. In this episode, we're talking with Maria Camassa, a Certified Public Accountant and Co-founder of Lucky Lou's Rice Pudding. She shares her story about the unexpected curveballs that came her way and how she handled them along with some specific tips for growing in our careers and personal lives. Life has a funny way of throwing us curve balls just when we think we have it all figured out. In this episode, we speak with Maria Camassa, a...2018-11-3038 min
Women who Succeed podcastFinding that giving spirit with Heather ForbesSo many times in life, things happen to us that we have no control over. Our guest, Heather Forbes, took some of the most challenging times of her life, and made something great out of it. She set out to make other people's lives better. She is truly an inspiration. She has some great tips as well scattered throughout the podcast. If you want to reach Heather, you can email her at hforbes215@gmail.com. Heather is also currently trying to find a home for a dog she is fostering. You can find her blog at...2018-10-0939 min
Women who Succeed podcastDawn LaTourrette physical therapist, personal trainer, ep 05In this episode, Sandra and Christine talk with Dawn LaTourrette. She is a physical therapist and personal trainer who specializes in working with children with special needs. She talks about her experiences of balancing family life with her career as well as some of her experiences as a personal trainer (and an exciting future project in the works). To reach Dawn with questions or comments, you can send her an email at dlpt@optonline.net2018-08-2921 min
Women who Succeed podcastFinding success as an occupational therapistIn this episode, we talk with Zelda Marshall, an occupational therapist, speaker, and part time comedian. She shares with us some of the challenges she faced on her journey as well as how she’s advancing her new speaking career. She’ll also talk about why she started doing stand up comedy on the side. Have questions for Zelda? Reach her at: zvolkerts@gmail.com In the interview, Zelda references Toastmasters. For more information on Toastmasters, visit: www.toastmasters.org 2018-07-2435 min
Women who Succeed podcastWWS Ep 3 - The Gremlin Series - MotivationIn this episode Sandra and Christine talk about the second gremlin: Motivation (or lack of)! Here's what you'll learn: - What to do when your mojo up and left - When it helps to step back and look at the picture (and when it may not help) - The wonders of small habits - And flow...where it's so enjoyable, only minimal motivation is required 2018-06-1916 min
Women who Succeed podcastWomen Who Succeed Episode on FearDoes fear ever stop you in your tracks? It gets almost everyone at some point in their lives. In this episode, Sandra and Christine discuss some of the fears they faced this past year and what they learned from it. We'll talk about: How to recognize fear (it's frequently disguised) How fear can paralyze us How fear can prevent women in particular from going after their goals Why trying to ditch your fears may not work Notes: Sandra and Christine frequently refer to Toastmasters, a public speaking organization that they belong to. For mo...2018-05-2216 min
Women who Succeed podcastWomen Who Succeed PodcastIn this premier episode of the Women Who Succeed Podcast, you'll hear: Why we launched this podcast Who will be featured on it Who we are And our very first blooper! We're ready to have some fun and hear some amazing stories from inspiring women from all walks of life. Know of someone you'd love to hear on this podcast? Email us at: womenwhosucceedpodcast@gmail.com 2017-04-2907 min