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SolePowerSolePowerSolePower Summer HiatusWoohoo! It's summer! Time for pools, picnics and the park! SolePower is taking a vacation. We've worked hard this last year to put out 50+ episodes - we're ready for a little down time. Makes perfect sense - Cheryl is moving over the summer and I could use a little relaxation and laying low. We encourage you to do the same! Take time for yourself and do the things you want over the summer. Email us and tell us what you're up to this summer. We'd love to hear. solepowerpodcast@gmail.com ...2024-06-1411 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Season 2, Ep. 4 - Samantha Brandt, Moon & HareToday's guest on SolePower is Samantha the plant witch! Ooh, how cool does that sound? Samantha Brandt, owner of Moon & Hare, talks to us about plant spirits, herbal teas and spirit guides and we're riveted! After spending her childhood being sick with various respiratory conditions, Samantha tried herbal remedies to see if they helped her. News flash - they did! Samantha is offering SolePower listeners a 20% discount with the code word "SOLSTICE." Find Samantha at https://www.moonandhare.shop to get your herbal fix. Samantha spends her days walking in the woods, tending...2024-06-0847 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Season 2, Ep. 3 - Christa Spear, Iris PartneringHey Moms! This episode is for you. This week's guest, Christa Spear, is killing it with her boutique offerings at Iris Partnering - while raising two young children and expecting a third. Christa chats with us about starting her business and growing exponentially in the first year. She's hired contractors and W2s to help with the client load - and 90% of her employees are moms too. We are in awe of Christa's hard work and success! If you're looking for boutique services like marketing, bookkeeping, project management and talent acquisition, contact Christa at Iris today! 2024-05-3134 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Season 2 Ep. 2, Finding Your CommunityOne of the biggest issues we see with clients is lack of community. As women solopreneurs, we often work in silos and it's not as easy to meet people as it is in the corporate world. You have to be deliberate about it as a small business owner. But how? How do you find your tribe? Who do you want in your inner circle? We'll answer those questions in this episode - PLUS bonus content - we also talk about the Buy Nothing group and purging your house! https://buynothingproject.org/ ...2024-05-1734 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Season 2 Ep. 1 - Christy Ragle, Wholeheart CommunicationsIt's the second season of SolePower! We're so excited that we've been doing this for a year. Happy Birthday, SolePower! This episode features Christy Ragle, who shares her story, as well as advice about marketing yourself as a solopreneur. As a public relations professional for more than 20 years, Christy knows her stuff. She's earned her chops! Join us as we share Christy's insight, as well as Angela's example of a great advertising slogan. Hah! Christy Ragle is 30 years into her career in public relations and marketing. Her career began in Fort Wayne, and...2024-05-1033 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 54 - GAILSWhat exactly are GAILs? When Cheryl and I went through coach training, we learned all about GAILs and how they keep us from succeeding. G- Gremlins A- Assumptions I- Interpretations L- Limiting Beliefs I'm sure you're aware of these things already, but do you know where they came from or how you can eliminate them? We'll tell you how on this episode of SolePower! SolePower is hosted by Angela Jorden (angelajordencoaching.com) and Cheryl Burke (resettingjoy.com). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify...2024-05-0450 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 52 - Kate Shepherd, Kate Shepherd CommunicationsWhat do you do when you have an inhaled peanut allergy that affects your ability to work in an office? Or when you're hospitalized three times and the company you work for isn't happy that you actually used your health insurance? You start your own business so you can work from the comfort of your own home and still be productive. This week's guest, Kate Shepherd, has worked in broadcasting, media relations and public relations for years, so she did what she knew best - she started her own communications agency. At first, she was scared about...2024-04-2647 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 51- Mary Risher, MKR Photo Research, Editing & Production"Never work with animals or children..." - WC Fields "Being downsized was the best thing that ever happened to me, professionally." - Mary Risher What do polo ponies, dogs, pooping peacocks and NASCAR have in common? This week's podcast! Our guest is photo shoot producer and editor, Mary Risher, who does everything from acquiring animals to hiring local photographers for luxury photo shoots around the world. From her corporate days to her solopreneur work, she does a bit of everything with photos - research, sourcing and creating visual stories. Mary has...2024-04-1938 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 50 - Work Life BalanceHooray! It's our 50th episode! Happy 50, SolePower! Cheryl takes the lead on this episode of SolePower as we chat about work life balance. Ah yes, the age-old conundrum of work life balance. We’ve discovered that it’s really about harmony, not so much balance (thank you Amy Ackermann!) which makes things a lot easier. This week, we chat about being the default parent and how that affects our time during the week, as well as getting our work organized for a more efficient work day. Feel like you’re the one doing all of the th...2024-04-1338 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 49 - Annie Sever-Dimitri, Pet Psychic MediumGoing back to the woo for this episode! What fun we had with Annie Sever-Dimitri, as she shared her origin story and talked to us about picking up on animal energy as well as people energy. She's a pet psychic medium! She tunes in to people too, but we're interested in the animal talk. Having a problem with your cat peeing outside the litter box? Call Annie! Trying to connect with your beloved dog who passed 10 years ago? Call Annie! Guest Bio: I am a professional psychic medium and animal communicator whose passion is healing animals AND...2024-04-0542 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 48 - Fetch A Date, Sheryl Matthys"Either you love dogs or you're wrong." -Life Is Good Brands We're excited to feature Sheryl Matthys on today's episode - she's such a strong supporter of women and their businesses. Sheryl previously owned Successful Women Made Here, a monthly event celebrating the successes of women-owned businesses. She's now the creator of Fetch A Date, an app for dog lovers who want to meet new friends, find a date, or just hang out with dogs. In a past life, Sheryl lived in New York City and hosted Leashes and Lovers events for people and their...2024-03-2353 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 47 - The Life Cycle of A Business, Ashley Butler, MySherriWe are so fortunate to have Ashley Butler on this week's episode of the SolePower podcast. She shares her story of starting an amazing business, MySherri, in 2021, and of its ultimate demise in 2023. If you were a female entrepreneur in the Indianapolis area in 2021 and 2022, you heard all about the success of MySherri, and how Ashley's unique business idea just took off. She made significant revenue from the business, and all seemed to be going well. Until she found a problem in the business that she could not reconcile - personally or professionally. In 2023, Ashley made the grueling decision to...2024-03-1648 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 46 - Emily Laugle, Indy North MassageIn this episode, we interview the amazing Emily Laugle, owner of Indy North Massage. She is a Board Certified Massage Therapist who's been practicing since 2010. She believes in Bio-Individuality, where every body is different, so she uses a personalized approach for each individual to meet the client's specific needs. She is also a B.E.S.T. and Spiritual B.E.S.T. Practitioner, a Certified Facilitator of The Energy Codes®, based on the work of Dr. Sue Morter, and a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Inspired by an upbringing centered in natural health and well-being, E...2024-03-0940 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 45 - Tap Tap Tap! EFT with Amy MollitorSo, you've heard of tapping, but you've never tried it. Or maybe you're a tapping pro and you do it every day. We're learning all of the tapping spots and affirmations in this episode of SolePower. Our guest is Amy Mollitor, who is a coach and an EFT practitioner. The best part about tapping? Immediate results! Tapping calms down your sympathetic nervous system - the fight or flight mechanism in your brain. Amy also just published The Self Love Journal for Wildly Creative Women, available on Amazon https://shorturl.at/cgswZ Check it out! Amy...2024-03-0142 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 44 - The Money Show - Finding FundingMoney, money, money....MONEH! This week we are talking about ways to fund your business. It's all about grants and loans in this episode of SolePower. We recommend quite a few resources for finding money - sba.gov, Nerd Wallet, Grants.gov and others. Because we've never talked about money on SolePower, we thought this is a good time to do it. It seems everyone is struggling with some financial component of their business. We're here to help! We found an additional resource since the recording of the show, so we're adding it here too - https://www.ladieswholaunch...2024-02-2437 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 43 - Generational Staying Power, Cara Siletto, Magnet Culture"People are loyal to their comfort zone." "It's not about your age; it's about your mindset." This week's SolePower episode features one of the sharpest women entrepreneurs we've ever met - Cara Siletto of Magnet Culture. She's a speaker, a trainer, an author, and a damn good leader. We chat about generational differences and how they influence our mindset in the workplace, how companies can communicate better to keep their employees, and how we can become better communicators ourselves. Guest Bio: Workforce thought leader and keynote speaker Cara Silletto, MBA, CSP...2024-02-1750 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 42 - Evergreen Marketing ContentWhen you think of evergreen marketing content, you might think about winter or Christmas. In fact, the term evergreen is used because evergreen trees are full and green year-round. Their foliage is not dependent on seasons. The same goes for evergreen marketing content - it can be used year-round and is not dependent on trends or timely events. We chat this week about how you can create and publish your own evergreen marketing content and repurpose it over and over. Position yourself as an expert, so that Google recognizes you as a credible source and ranks your...2024-02-0934 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 41 - Christie Freeze, CARE by ChristieAs Gen Xers, Cheryl and I are part of the sandwich generation that will be responsible for taking care of children, while also taking care of parents. We were so relieved to find out that Christie Freeze offers a 60-minute call with families to talk about roles and resources for each member. AND she has a brand new book out on Amazon that helps families plan on their own. As the oldest daughters, Cheryl and I were also happy to hear that by participating in this proactive call, the entire responsibility is shared, not left to us...2024-02-0228 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 40 - First Quarter GoalsHave a little grace with yourself this year - no need to tackle everything in the first quarter. We put so much pressure on ourselves to "be a new me in the new year," it sets us up for failure. We're conditioned to turn over a new leaf and just SUCCEED in January. Whatever happened last year is to be forgotten! We all know that's not how life works. First quarter is a good time to re-evaluate our goals and see if they still make sense for our business. The ability to pivot and adapt is imperative...2024-01-2629 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 39 - The Hygge ShowDo you hygge? What is hygge? A few years ago, the book, "The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living," by Meik Wiking started popping up on everyone's bookshelves. Hygge - pronounced hoo-gah, explores the Danish concept of coziness and happiness, and who doesn't want that? During the gray, dark winter months, comfort and contentment are paramount. It's so easy to get into a funk in the winter - that's where hygge helps. Hygge is all about being intentional with your time and community. Simplify your life and make yourself happier by exploring a...2024-01-1935 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 38 - Amy Ackermann, Core Endeavors"Vulnerability is key to any kind of change." "It's only failure if you don't learn from it." "Should is a limiting concept and word." Ah, the wonderful Amy Ackermann. We're so pleased to have her on this week's show! If you want to feel better about change, adapting, and vulnerability, Amy is your girl. As a former HR professional, she has a lot of experience in change and how we respond to it. Should vs. Could, Harmony vs. Balance, Design vs. Default. These are all concepts we're familiar with, but do...2024-01-1351 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 37 - Kristen Murney, Ten By KristenSo, the holidays are over for another year, but your house is filled with wrapping paper, boxes, and crap that needs to be pitched. We get it! We all feel overwhelmed sometimes - especially when we're trying to bring order back to our space. Kristen Murney joins us to chat about making your space your own and feeling good in it. With a background in real estate, Feng Shui, and organizing, Kristen shares tips for getting everything in order and keeping it in order. Remember, as a woman solopreneur, you have many other tasks in your life...2024-01-0556 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 36 - Our Favorite ThingsThese are a few of our favorite things, a la Oprah. Unlike Oprah, though, we're not handing out cars. Sorry! This week's show is just in time for Christmas. We share all of our favorite business tools, websites and assessments - we hope you love them too. Here's the list: ClickUp.com https://www.google.com/drive/ Podcasters.Spotify.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wanderlust-enabled/id1717133743 Canva.com Marq.com Zoom.com Squarespace.com WorkingGenius.com 2023-12-2447 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 35 - Jodi Petry, Reflex Indy WellnessWoo woo! We're going back to the woo for this episode of SolePower. We do love the woo. This week's guest is the wonderful Jodi Petry of Reflex Indy Wellness, in Indianapolis. She is a woman of many talents and abilities - reflexology, sound healing, energy work, biotuning, Reiki - you name it, she either does it or knows a lot about it. After working at Walgreens for several years, Jodi began practicing reflexology in a small office, serving a handful of people. Her business grew by leaps and bounds - she is now in...2023-12-1538 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 34 - Our Role Models"Today it's just us chickens!" Yes, it's Cheryl and I chatting away. Brene Brown. Simon Sinek. Shawn Achor. You've heard these names and you probably know these people - today we're talking about our role models. As women solopreneurs, we've learned from quite a few influencers and leaders. Listen today as we chat about our favorite peeps and why they mean so much to us. https://brenebrown.com/ https://simonsinek.com/ https://malala.org/ https://www.shawnachor.com/ https://sahararosetravels.com/the-travel-coach-network/ https...2023-12-0843 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 33 - Bad Work StoriesMisery loves company this week! We're telling stories of bad work experiences from our pasts. Who doesn't want to listen to that? Everyone loves to commiserate with others about shared experiences. Although this episode is devoted to sharing negative experiences, it's meant to inspire you to remember why you started your business in the first place. Sometimes, in the middle of questioning our own sanity as women solopreneurs, we need to be reminded why we left Corporate America to do our own thing. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com...2023-12-011h 09Reset Your MindsetReset Your MindsetEp. 137 My interview on the SolePower podcastOMGoodness so much fun was had during this hour-long convo with Angela Jorden and Cheryl Burke of the SolePower podcast.They're fellow life coaches and we could've talked for hours about things we all experience.Listen in and just a warning, you may spit your bevie out from laughing!My bookMy siteFacebookIG2023-11-211h 02SolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 32 - Molly Connolly, Reinventing the Arena"A woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle." -Gloria Steinem "You are the average of the five people you spend most time with." -Jim Rohn We're talking about relationships on this episode of SolePower, with the amazing Molly Connolly of Reinventing the Arena. Molly works with women who are ready to find their mate, but need to do some internal work first - like figuring out who they really are and what they want in a relationship. Molly created a very useful tool - a spreadsheet highlighting all of the...2023-11-1750 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 31 - Tiffany Harazinova, A Luxurious MindReady to go all woo in this episode? We are too! Our special guest is Tiffany Harazinova of A Luxurious Mind. She is a multipotentialite or multi passionate entrepreneur. You don't have to pick just one thing as a woman solopreneur! Tiffany talks to us about Human Design readings, which she calls, "astrology adjacent." Readings use your birth date and time to interpret how you work, what your "why" is, and what interests might resonate with you. Tiffany also uses a virtual assistant and she was gracious enough to talk about why she has one, how she...2023-11-1049 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower - Episode 30 - Jenn Baron, Jenn Baron CoachingYay! SolePower is one year old! We're celebrating our birthday by bringing you one of the coolest guests EVER. The one, the only, Jenn Baron. If you're dealing with anxiety and doubt as a woman solopreneur, this is the SolePower episode for you. Jenn recently published her book, Reset Your Mindset: How to Get Your Sh*t Together by Befriending Your Brain and Body, and it is on fire! We cannot wait to read it. In this episode, we talk about limiting beliefs, anxiety, fear, and how we can limit their power. Part of the...2023-11-031h 02SolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 29 - Trusting Yourself MoreWho needs help trusting themselves more often? We all do! As women solopreneurs, we often doubt our own convictions and greatness. This episode is all about learning to trust yourself more - trusting your capabilities and your vision for your business. Clear out the head trash, clutter and anxiety to make way for huge success. We think you can do it. Actually, we know you can. SolePower podcast is hosted by Angela Jorden (angelajordencoaching.com), and Cheryl Burke (resettingjoy.com). SolePower podcast theme, "A Delicate Operation," composed by Gabriel Harley. --- Send in a...2023-10-2756 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 28 - Trusting Your IntuitionIntuition. Instinct. Gut feeling. Whatever you want to call it. We all have it in some form or another but it's very often trained out of us as we become adults. What if you really got in tune with your intuition? What if you quieted down and listened to your body? It takes practice, but I'll bet you can do it. As a woman solopreneur, it's essential to practice tuning into your gut - it can help you in your business. Use it to be more intentional about who you choose as a client. Use it to...2023-10-2054 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 27 - The Motivation ShowWhen we first start our businesses, we are ready to go right out of the gate. Then, somewhere along the way, we lose that motivation and it's hard to keep moving forward. As we all know, motivation comes and goes. We might be ON FIRE one day and feel like a failure the next. We might be disciplined and excited for six months straight, but lose it all when we encounter blocks or rejection. That doesn't mean that it's time to throw the baby out with the bathwater! It's just time to refocus, maybe rest, and try something a...2023-10-1340 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 26 - "Set That Boundary!" series (3 of 3)Well, whaddya know, we're talking about boundaries again! They must be pretty important, right? Yes, yes, a million times yes. In the first two episodes of the Boundaries series, we talked about what boundaries are and why they're important - in this episode we're talking about resistance. UGH! Yep, you're going to get resistance when you set boundaries with people. Be prepared for emotions. Be prepared for manipulation. Be prepared for disappointment. It's not going to be easy to set boundaries with people, but it is essential. The great news is, you can anticipate scenarios...2023-10-0643 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 25 - "Set That Boundary!" series (2 of 3)"One of our most fundamental needs is for social connection and a feeling that we belong," says Vanessa Bohns, associate professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University. "Saying ‘no’ feels threatening to our relationships and that feeling of connectedness." Yes, they're that important - we've made a series out of boundaries! We feel so strongly about the need to set boundaries, that we've devoted time from three shows now, talking about the importance of setting boundaries. There may be a 4th episode as well. Creating and holding boundaries is not easy - it's a practice you...2023-09-2945 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 24 - Be Curious and Take Action - Liz Geeslin, Better Lifestyle Solutions"I work on something every day to help grow my business." "What can I do today to move the needle?" Two very important statements that all women solopreneurs can apply to their own lives and businesses. What a great conversation we had with Liz Geeslin! She is a powerhouse, and I mean powerhouse. Long before Liz started Better Lifestyle Solutions, she was a solopreneur. In fact, solopreneurship is all that Liz has known. After starting several businesses at age 9, she saved her first $125 to buy a horse. By age 11, she was training people in her...2023-09-2233 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 23 - Thinking BIG - Andrea Liebross, Andrea Liebross CoachingWe are very excited about this episode of SolePower! Friend and colleague Andrea Liebross joins us for a chat about her new book, She Thinks Big: The Entrepreneurial Woman's Guide to Moving Past the Messy Middle and Into the Extraordinary. As Andrea's former coach, I am thrilled to see how she has just taken off! She's a force to be reckoned with - a big thinker, a coach, a speaker, and an author. I am really happy for her and the success she's seen. Just what is thinking big? It's more than just thinking outside the box...2023-09-1538 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 22 - "Set That Boundary!" series (1 of 3)"You got to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run." -Kenny Rogers "The Gambler" It's the first in the Boundaries series, y'all! In this episode, Cheryl and I start beating the drum - setting boundaries is essential to your personal and professional life. I know, I know...when you read about boundaries, you might feel the need to shrink from the topic. But we invite you to think about boundaries in a different way. Yes, you should set them and no, it's not always...2023-09-1238 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 21 - Forces at Work - Missy Shopshire, Missy Shopshire CoachingBefore you read, join Missy's Launch Team on www.missyshopshire.com today to get your 99c copy of her book online on Tuesday, September 5! We've been looking forward to this episode for a while! Our friend Missy Shopshire spent a year writing her new book, Forces At Work: How to Get What You Want and Keep What You Value - and we're excited to chat about it with her! We knew it would publish in September, so we wanted to get her on the podcast to promote the book right about now. Missy's book Forces At Work is all about...2023-09-0243 minSave The DateSave The Date1.15 | The 411 on the 416 - Toronto Wedding FavsCalling all Toronto couples! We're back in action in the 416 and are sharing the first half of our favorite vendors and venues to support your wedding journey in the GTA. Join host Andrea Hounsell for this week's episode on THE perfect vendor combos for a dreamy celebration in the city. Check us out at the National Bride Show on September 8th, 9th, and 10th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre and stay tuned to the podcast for Septembers fun filled list of Toronto wedding planning tips. We'll see you there. xoxo AndreaTORONTO | PODCAST PART 1...2023-08-3127 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 20 - Branding & Design 101 - Teri Capron, Fresh Design"Print is not dead!" - Teri Capron In this week's episode, we chat with everyone's favorite graphic designer, Teri Capron, of Fresh Design. I tend to geek out on branding, marketing and design, so I was super excited for us to interview Teri. As a writer and editor with many friends who have left newspapers, I'm thrilled to hear that print is still alive and well - even if a lot of it is advertising. Teri talks to us about what branding truly is and what your logo says about you. In this day and...2023-08-2531 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 19 - The Style Show - Marti Justice, Marti J Styles"Don't be an acceptance junkie." - Marti Justice "Unsubscribe from that negative mindset!" - Marti Justice We fell in love with Marti J and we know you will too. We're all about empowering women to aspire to their best selves - and that includes dressing the part and feeling good in your body. As women, we know that society gives us many messages about our bodies and how we present ourselves - most of which are negative and shaming. Not only do we need to step into our power, we need to embrace it! We...2023-08-1958 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 18 - Website Essentials 101 - Morgan Specht, Specht & Co.If the thought of creating a website and marketing yourself gives you hives, we're here to ease your mind. This week's special guest, Morgan Specht, knows her stuff when it comes to website design and functionality. If you're a first-year solopreneur, you don't need all of the bells and whistles on your website - what a relief! Morgan gives us useful advice about putting your best foot forward when it comes to web design - at all levels of solopreneurship. And she gives us great resources for DIY web design essentials. Morgan offers two website audits...2023-08-1241 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 17 - Identifying and Managing BurnoutReverend Jim Ignatowski: Yeah, I did some drugs, though probably not as many as you think. How many drugs do you think I did? Elaine Nardo: A lot. Reverend Jim Ignatowski: Wow! Right on the nose! Some of us are old enough to remember two definitions of "burnout." When I was little, a burnout was someone who did a few too many drugs in the '60s, resulting in cognitive and mental challenges in the '70s. They were a bit spacey and silly. Reverend Jim Ignatowski from the TV show Taxi was a classic example. A little throw bac...2023-08-0555 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 16 - Selfies Are Not Headshots - Lori Cardwell, Lori Cardwell PhotographyNot even a house of bees could keep Lori Cardwell from interviewing with us. While Cheryl and I would've thrown in the towel and rescheduled for another day, Lori merely called the bee guy, who got rid of her problem right away so she could meet with us. Talk about commitment! Lori's story begins in the corporate world, where many of our stories begin. After incorporating photography into every job, she fell in love with it. She decided she could venture out on her own and do her own thing. And she does it...2023-07-2835 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 15 - The Brassy Broad - Jen Edds"I can figure this out. I am resourceful. I am a Gen Xer." - Jen Edds We went all out fan girl on this episode of SolePower! Jen Edds has been on our list for a while - we tried not to overwhelm her with total geekery. Podcaster, keynote speaker, songwriter, Gen Xer and all-round awesome chick - Jen is a powerful woman. While her background is in music, an opportunity presented itself a few years ago - editing a podcast for nuns. What? Yes, nuns. She enjoyed listening to the podcast and wanted...2023-07-2134 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 14 - The Organization Show - Stephanie Denson, Spirit and Space LLCWhat does your office space say about you and your business? Is it conveying the energy and vibe that you want to put out there? Our spaces are so much more than places to do work or meet with clients. On today's show, Stephanie Denson of Spirit and Space LLC, talks about how spaces should reflect who you are as a person and a solopreneur. If your current office space (or home space for that matter) isn't bringing you joy, maybe it's time to change a few things. Whether it's moving furniture to a better place, donating items to...2023-07-1451 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 13 - Tackling Imposter SyndromeStop being an imposter in your own life! We're talking about Imposter Syndrome and its effects on your life and business. Ever feel like you're about to be "found out" as a fraud? That's Imposter Syndrome telling you that you're not good enough in some way. The good news is...it's all lies! Imposter Syndrome is one of the many ways that fear and discomfort manifests itself - as solopreneurs we're trying to do everything all of the time - we can't possibly do it all. As women solopreneurs, we're dealing with perfectionism and doing everything ourselves. It's no...2023-07-0736 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 12 - The Real Deal on DEI - Amy Waninger, Lead At Any LevelDiversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is not just a box that you check mark - it's imperative as solopreneurs that we embrace what it actually means. When our networks have breadth as well as depth, we flourish as a business. Our guest this week is the amazing Amy Waninger, with Lead At Any Level and A Page Beyond, a friend and colleague whose work just amazes us every day. Amy explains the science behind being with people who look just like us - it's bigger than societal influence - as humans we're programmed to identify with a group like...2023-06-3053 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower (Trailer)--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sole-power/message2023-06-2600 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 11 - Ditching the Corporate MindsetThe majority of solo entrepreneurs once worked in corporate America, so it's no wonder we carry some of those traits into our own business. We many not even realize how much of a corporate mindset we still have as solopreneurs. The good news is - you can let it go! You've earned it. You started your own business for a reason - and we're betting that flexibility and freedom were part of that decision. So don't marry yourself to 8 - 5 every week day and 2 weeks of vacation! As a solo entrepreneur, you call your own shots. You make your...2023-06-2455 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 10 - Dreaming and Doing - Brooke Winings, A Dreamer + A DoerWe know Brooke Winings as a funny, intelligent friend, wife and mother, but that’s just the start. She is a freaking powerhouse when it comes to creating systems and processes for women in business. Budgeting? Check. Client experience? Check. Technologies that make your business run more efficiently? Big check. The best part is, she has the personality and humor to make the work feel easy. If you’re familiar with the DISC assessment, Brooke is an IC – a highly unusual type – she is fantastic at both big picture elements and getting in the weeds. She’s a wealth o...2023-06-1652 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 9 - Quick Start Guide to Creating Your BusinessYou down with LLC? Yeah, you know me! There's so much to know about starting a business that the logistics may seem overwhelming at times. In this episode, we discuss the big things you need to do to be sure your business paperwork is handled well from the perspective of solopreneurs who have been through the process.  For more information on all things Small Business related, visit SBA.gov for all legal requirements, loans, and even mentoring options.  For legal help including setting up your business entity, visit legalzoom.com Podcast We...2023-06-0927 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 8 - The Energy Show - Sara Armstrong, Idea of You Coaching“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” ― Nikola Tesla "Without that electric pulse running through you - you're nothing! You're just a meat suit." ― Sara Armstrong Meditating on a podcast? Yes, please! We went full on woo woo for this episode! We talk about energy and vision - and how solopreneurs can tap into them in just a few short minutes. We've been waiting for Sara Armstrong to be on the show - just being in her presence is a treat. As an energy architect...2023-06-0257 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 7 - So You Want to Be A Solopreneur: Five Things Every Solopreneur Should KnowRemember when you first set out to be a solopreneur? You were full of excitement and hope for your business. And then...you were faced with a million decisions. Do I take this course on creating a class? Who should I connect with? We have some good answers for you - from two seasoned coaches who started their own businesses and dealt with the same issues as you. In this episode, we talk about five things you should know as a solopreneur. This is the real deal. Things to take to heart and things to let go...2023-05-2646 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 6 - Death Proof Your Business - Sarah Kendrick, RHEA ServicesHave you ever thought about what would happen to your business if something happened to you? Tune in! This week on the SolePower podcast...we interview Sarah Kendrick of RHEA Services - a woman solopreneur who saw the need for her services and created them herself. As we all know, necessity is the mother of invention! Sarah started her career as a music therapist, working with children and adults with developmental disabilities. While helping her family after the death of her grandma, Sarah realized the need for care and support for those in the bereavement...2023-05-1946 minSolePowerSolePowerWe're Back, Baby! SolePower podcast Episode 5SolePower podcast is back! After a brief reprieve, we are back in action with a new co-host and new topics. Oh, and we've changed our audience niche a bit. We are helping women solo entrepreneurs create their best lives and thrive in their businesses. A big welcome to our new co-host, Cheryl Burke, Travel Coach and Wanderlust Enabler. What's a travel coach, you may ask? Find out by listening to this episode of SolePower podcast! To learn more about the Unpack Your World 8 week Course offered by Co-host Cheryl Burke visit: resettingjoy.com/unpack-your-world use discount code: So...2023-05-1040 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Ep. 4 "The Denise Show"It's The Denise Show! Minus Adam Sandler. Remember the old sketch on SNL in the '90s? As soon as we knew we were interviewing Denise Praul, we knew the title of this episode had to be The Denise Show.  You gotta listen to this one. Our guest is the one and only Denise Praul, self-taught referral strategist extraordinaire. While Denise was growing her property tax business, she discovered a really effective system for getting business referrals. She now teaches other solo entrepreneurs the secret of success - how to get consistent referrals from business colleagues and partners. We highly r...2022-11-1645 minMy Greenville Home RadioMy Greenville Home RadioSolePower: Shoes for People Who Need ThemThis week on My Greenville Home Radio, Dan is talking with Tara Rowland, Co-Founder of SolePower, a local organization dedicated to giving shoes and socks to people who need them across the Upstate. SolePower began in 2019 and has donated over 200 pairs of shoes since! 2022-11-1443 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower - Episode 3 - Keep On Truckin'"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." - Martin Luther King, Jr.  So you've started your own business and you've been just killing it. You are a star. And then...you hit the wall. You're struggling to keep moving forward each day. It happens to the best of us. In today's episode, we talk about keeping momentum as you build your business. Join us for stories and tactics to keep you going. Literally.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sole-power/message2022-11-0733 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower Episode 2 - The Art of ConnectionWe go to the arts for our second episode of SolePower! Join us as we interview musician Cathy Morris, who created Arts With A Purpose, a program that brings music and art to everyone in the community. As a performer, producer and educator for over 25 years, Morris has witnessed the impact and connective power of art in nurturing and healing. Arts With A Purpose's mission is Individual Wellness, Social Awareness, Diversity & Compassion through the Arts. https://www.artswithapurpose.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sole-power/message2022-10-3037 minSolePowerSolePowerSolePower - Episode One - Why We're SolopreneursWelcome to the first episode of the SolePower podcast! We're happy you're here. What is this world of solo entrepreneurship? In this episode, we share our own stories about how we became solopreneurs. Join us to hear the about the horrors of working in academia and the corporate world, and how we escaped with our lives. We chat about past jobs and the decision to break free and go our own way. Feeling a little tug to start your own journey into solopreneurship? You've got to join us.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...2022-10-3040 minBeyond The Melody Podcast with Brian MeloBeyond The Melody Podcast with Brian Melo#7 Solepower Owner/CEO: Abby TobiasOn the next episode of Beyond the Melody,  Brian speaks with Owner/CEO of Canada's premiere boutique entertainment and production company.... Sole Power Productions! The company has a roster of over 250 performers, producers, technical staff, and managers that produce over 2500 events each year. Their main focus is entertainment, production and artist management.Sole Power has worked with the Much Music awards, YTV Awards, Molson Indy, Grey Cup, T.I.F.F, Chin Picnic, Caribana, Pride, Fashion week, Rogers Cup, and many more.  Abby also manages Dance/Electronic Group : Keys N Krates! 2021-06-0953 minThe Empower Podcast with Emily KennedyThe Empower Podcast with Emily Kennedy085 Blazing Her Own Trail in Wearable Tech with Hahna AlexanderToday we are talking with Hahna Alexander, CEO of SolePower. She started it as a student project at Carnegie Mellon and now SolePower is partnering with the US Army R&D division to create a self-sustaining data collection and power source for soldiers. The patented kinetic energy technology is being developed as a lightweight solution that creates power as boots strike the ground.   I’ve known her since we were both students at Carnegie Mellon and it’s been amazing to see her grow this badass company. We talk about how product vision evolves over time...2021-03-031h 02Innovation Unleashed PodcastInnovation Unleashed PodcastSolePower is the FutureThe integration of data analytics and digital disruption is remaking the world when it comes to financial, industrial, healthcare and even political markets. According to General Electric, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), also known as the Industrial Internet, brings together brilliant machines, advanced data analytics, and people at work. It’s the network of a multitude of devices connected by communications technologies that results in systems that can monitor, collect, exchange, analyze, and deliver valuable new insights like never before. These insights can then help drive smarter, faster business decisions for industrial companies. One way to think about it...2017-09-1800 minGoing Deep with Aaron WatsonGoing Deep with Aaron Watson58 Jim Jen, Founding & Running One of the Top Accelerators in the WorldJim, Executive Director of Pittsburgh’s AlphaLab accelerator program, provides mentorship, education and network-building for technology startups. His accelerator helps companies rapidly iterate through early stages of product and customer development.   Launched in 2008, AlphaLab is ranked #6 among accelerators in the US and a charter member of the Global Accelerator Network, where Jim currently serves on the Advisory Board.  AlphaLab alumni companies include The Resumator, No Wait, Black Locus (acquired by Home Depot), Shoefitr and SolePower.   Jim guides companies by leveraging his experience and network gained from working closely with over eighty compa...2016-01-2035 minNova TecnologiaNova Tecnologia0061 – Solepower Propone Capturar Energía Kinética, Precios De Surface RT Se Reducen En Un 30%, Tiendas Rastrean Comportamiento De Sus Clientes, Lío De Instagram Continúa Dando De Qué Hablar, Blog De Barcelona Habla De SEMUn grupo de ingenieros jóvenes de los Estados Unidos está proponiendo capturar la energía kinética que desplazan los seres humanos al caminar y convertirla en energía eléctrica para cargar dispositivos portátiles.  Y la gente de Microsoft sigue bajando el precio de su Surface RT y aún así no se vende. Y en medio de la controversia creada por el comportamiento del NSA, y la manera en que están interceptando la comunicación telefónica y por Internet, ha salido a la luz que las grandes cadenas de tiendas estadounidenses se están valiend...2013-07-1835 minthEndUsr PodcastthEndUsr PodcastthEndUsr Episode 140: How Many Instagrams is That?Chris and Taylor talk about the Samsung acquiring Boxee and killing the cloud DVR service, a rap app album, a new laptop from Razer,  Google Reader alternatives and much more! Click here to download episode #140 http://ia601804.us.archive.org/30/items/thEndUsr140/thEndUsr140.mp3 Subscribe via RSS Subscribe via iTunes Top News Samsung Acquires Boxee, Kills Cloud DVR Service via theDigitalMediaZone Boxee Cloud DVR shutting down July 10th in wake of Samsung acquisition via theVerge Jay-Z Teams Up With Samsung to Release New Album via NYT Afterburner Mass-login attack on Nintendo fan s...2013-07-0900 min