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"Inspired to Invest" PodcastBusiness Without Burnout: Finding Peace & Alignment Among The ChaosWhat if success didn't require endless hustle and burnout? Welcome back to ep98 of “Inspired To Invest” with Vanessa Ortali.To watch rather than listen, click HERE.Vanessa Ortali discovered this truth the hard way after subscribing to hustle culture left her exhausted, depressed, and paradoxically, struggling to make money. Her breakthrough came when she embraced authenticity and realized she could achieve remarkable success while maintaining joy, balance, and her feminine energy.Vanessa's entrepreneurial journey began unexpectedly when she created the Toronto Ladies Community to fulfill her own desire for fe...2025-06-1126 min
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: Truths That Will Make You Love Me… or Unfollow Me
In this vulnerable solo episode, I’m sharing 17 truths that have shaped who I am, personally, professionally, and spiritually.
They’re the things I’ve been scared to say out loud… until now.The truths that made me wonder, “Am I the only one who feels this way?”
This episode isn’t about being controversial for the sake of it.It’s about finally voicing what so many of us have been thinking, but haven’t felt safe to say.
Some will resonate.Some might trigger you.All of them are invitatio...2025-06-1053 min
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliMarley Jaxx: What It Really Takes to Become an Icon
In this raw and wildly inspiring episode, I sit down with Marley Jaxx, award-winning filmmaker, YouTuber, and the go-to expert in video content strategy. We dive into how she built a 7-figure brand, generated over $5M in funnel revenue, and teaches others how to stand out and lead with legacy.
Marley also opens up about the parts of her story few people see—divorce, surviving cancer, moving to a new country, finding the love of her life, and healing through psychedelics.
This episode is about visibility, leadership, and the deep inner work it takes to be...2025-05-271h 03
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliBrandi Leifso: From Women’s Shelter to Award-Winning Beauty Founder-The Story Behind EVIO
Brandi Leifso is a friend and total powerhouse entrepreneur. She is living proof that your past doesn’t define your future. With only a grade 8 education, $15 to her name, and living in a women’s shelter, she launched Evio—now an award-winning skincare and cosmetics brand sold online and at Shoppers Drug Mart (Canada).
In this episode, Brandi shares how she pitched product catalogs before they even existed, built a mission-driven beauty brand, and donated over $500,000 to women’s shelters. We also talk about the impact of our choices, the healing power of psychedelics, and her upcoming book. Th...2025-05-211h 06
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: From Burnout to Clarity – My Tools for Peace, Purpose & Finding You
Ever had that feeling there’s more out there for you—but you’re not sure what it is? In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind my self-development journey: how I went from feeling stuck, exhausted, and constantly searching… to finally feeling clear, connected, and at peace in my life and purpose.
I’ll take you through the tools, mindset shifts, and small daily practices that helped me get there—no fluff, just what actually worked. If you’re on your own path of figuring it all out, this episode might be exactly what you need.
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Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliAshley Stahl: TEDx Talks, Going Viral & Turning Your Story Into a Stage-Worthy Message
In this value-packed episode, I sit down with Ashley Stahl. Ashley is an international bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Wise Whisper, a boutique speaking agency with a 100% TEDx placement success rate. We dive into how to craft a magnetic signature talk, what it really takes to go viral, and why every entrepreneur needs a TEDx-style message. Ashley also shares her journey writing a bestselling book, finding her story, and allowing her zone of genius to guide the way. If you’re ready to own your voice and expand your impact, this one’s for you.
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Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliJayme Hills: Leaving Corporate, Building Everist & Redefining Beauty for People and the Planet
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Jayme Hills, co-founder of Everist—a brand changing the game in sustainable beauty. We talk about her bold leap from corporate to entrepreneurship, how Everist went from an idea to a bestselling product line, and what it really takes to grow a successful e-commerce brand. Jayme shares insights on finding the right business partner, getting investors, navigating motherhood while running a business from home, and what life looks like behind the scenes as a co-founder of a mission-driven company. If you’re building a brand—or dreaming of it—this episode is full...2025-04-1559 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: 20 Years Without My Mom – Grief, Growth & Transformation
In this deeply personal solo episode, I reflect on the 20th anniversary of my mom’s passing from breast cancer. She died when I was 18, and it’s surreal to realize I’ve now lived more years without her than with her. While I miss her every single day, I also carry immense gratitude for how this experience has shaped me. I share how grief has transformed my perspective, fueled my growth, and helped me become the woman I am today. If you’ve ever experienced loss or are walking your own journey through grief, I hope this episode reminds...2025-04-0752 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliLeyla Naghizada: From YouTuber to Living in the Quantum & Reprogramming the Mind for 5D Consciousness
In this powerful episode, I sit down with my soul sister Leyla Naghizada to talk about her evolution from successful YouTuber and entrepreneur to spiritual leader and founder of Being LUCA. We dive into living in the quantum, reprogramming the subconscious, releasing trauma, and conscious parenting. Leyla shares how embodying love, unity, and alignment has transformed her life—and how it can transform yours too.
Grab your Align Journal and join Leyla’s community at lucapages.com
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Follow Vanessa on Instagram for more life a...2025-04-021h 11Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliDiana Verduzco: Design Secrets to Attract Wealth, Peace & Success
Luxury designer Diana Verduzco, known as The Divine Designer, blends feng shui, numerology, and spirituality to create spaces that elevate your life. In this episode, she reveals the biggest mistakes people make in their homes, what it’s really like designing for celebrities in LA—including her recent feature on Netflix’s Running Point—and how your home impacts your success, energy, and inner peace. If you want a space that inspires and aligns with your highest self, don’t miss this conversation!
Connect with Diana on Instagram @thedivinedesigner or email >> diana@thedivinedesigner.com
Let’s...2025-03-251h 11Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliJessica Mowforth: Unlocking Feminine Power for Wealth, Success & Pleasure
In this powerful conversation with Jessica Mowforth, we dive into what it really means to step into your feminine power—and how doing so can transform every area of your life. We explore how embracing your femininity can help you make more money, expand your success, and unlock deeper creativity. Plus, we talk about how this shift can lead to a more fulfilling sex life and a greater love for the life you’re creating. If you’re ready to tap into your feminine energy and experience more ease, flow, and abundance, this episode is for you!
Connec...2025-03-181h 07Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: Building a Global Community, Feminism & The Challenges of Female Friendships
In this solo episode, I open up about how I grew The Ladies Community to 140,000+ women internationally, the challenges that came with it, and the surprising lessons I’ve learned along the way. I share my perspective on feminism (and why I don’t consider myself a feminist), my struggles with female friendships and “girl code,” and the ways women might actually be holding ourselves back. Plus, I dive into my experience with online hate, cancel culture, and what it really means to stand in your truth. This one is raw, real, and might ruffle some feathers—let’s get into it...2025-03-1134 min
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliDr. Laura: Optimizing Your Health, Hormones & Thriving as an Entrepreneur
In this episode, I sit down with my naturopath, Dr. Laura, to talk about the power of customizing your health and refusing to settle for mediocrity when it comes to your body. We dive into the essential tests you need to truly understand your health, balancing hormones naturally, and achieving optimal well-being—especially as an entrepreneur and mother. From PMS and postpartum recovery to the connection between your health and business success, Dr. Laura shares her expertise in helping women correct hormonal imbalances and take control of their wellness. Tune in for an empowering conversation on making your health a...2025-03-0552 min
Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliSlowing & Balancing Your Nervous System in Entrepreneurship & Motherhood
In this inspiring episode, I share an interview with Brittany Lynn Wellness—recorded 1.5 years ago just before I got pregnant. Our conversation is a reminder that everything happens in perfect time and it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. We dive into the art of slowing down, balancing your nervous system, and finding alignment in both entrepreneurship and motherhood. As a licensed holistic nutritionist and creator of The Awakened Hunger Pathway, Brittany offers powerful insights into overcoming challenges and nurturing a deeper connection with your body. Join us for a transformative conversation that celebrates growth and...2025-02-2651 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: Moving Beyond the Hustle—Finding Success, Balance & Inner Peace
The format of this episode is a little different—I’m sharing an interview I did with Renee Walker on her podcast, Spiritually Wired. In our conversation, I open up about moving beyond the hustle to redefine success on my own terms. I dive into my journey of finding inner peace, uncovering my authentic voice and purpose, and embracing balance amid life’s distractions. From practical daily tools and routines to the power of embodiment in becoming my best self and manifesting my goals—whether in motherhood or everyday life—join me as I reveal the insights and practices that have...2025-02-1941 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliRenée Walker: Tapping Into Your Zone of Genius—Intuition, Authenticity & Building a Soul-Led Community
In this transformative episode, Renée Walker—founder of Renée Walker Wellness and host of the Spiritually Wired Podcast—dives deep into tapping into your zone of genius. With over 20 years of personal growth experience as a certified meditation teacher, NLP practitioner, spiritual life coach, and Reiki master, Renée shares her insights on connecting with your intuition, embracing authenticity, and building a community that nurtures spiritual and personal growth. We explore her journey in creating an empowering online membership, the love that guides her work, and practical tools for healing and growth. Tune in for a soul-led convers...2025-02-1948 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliVanessa Ortali: Geriatric Pregnancy, Unmedicated Labour & Postpartum—From Mourning my Old Life to Personal Rebirth
In this deeply personal episode, I share my journey to motherhood. I open up about battling hormone imbalances and embracing yoni steams, experiencing unmedicated labour with unexpected challenges (yes, even Maverick getting stuck!), and navigating a geriatric pregnancy. I also dive into the raw realities of postpartum life—mourning the loss of my old self and ultimately embracing my personal rebirth. Join me as I reveal the highs and lows of becoming a mother on my own terms.
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or medical professional. This is my personal experience, and I encourage you to se...2025-02-1150 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliSarah Mariano: Working with Celebrities & Building a Global Certification Program
Sarah Mariano, famously known as The Stretch Therapist, has worked with top celebrities and athletes, including Drake and Will Smith. After being told she would never succeed, she built a thriving business and created the Performance Stretch System, certifying over 600 professionals worldwide. When she’s not transforming lives, she and her boyfriend, travel the world as digital nomads. In this episode, we discuss creating success on your own terms, working with A-list clients, and building a global certification program.Find out more about Sarah’s famous Performance Stretch System [here]
Let’s Connect: Elevat...2025-02-021h 08Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliShannon McKinstrie: From Traumatic Birth & Debt to Business Success + 2025 Content Tips
Shannon McKinstrie is a powerhouse when it comes to helping business owners create, grow, and sell on Instagram. In our conversation, she opens up about her traumatic birth experience, overcoming debt, and building a thriving business from the ground up. Plus, she shares her top content success strategies for 2025—insights every entrepreneur needs to stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital space.
Find out how to work with Shannon and join her Reels Lab [here]
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Follow Vanessa on Instagram for more life and business insights: @iamv...2025-02-0249 minHeart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliSara Landon: Cancer, Divorce & Creating her Dream Life
Faced with a cancer diagnosis, the end of a successful career, and a divorce, Sara Landon once felt like her life was falling apart. But in reality, it was the beginning of something far greater. Now a New York Times bestselling author and channel for The Council, she shares her powerful transformation and the wisdom that has led her to deeper joy and fulfillment.Find out more about Sara, her courses and Masters Class at >> saralandon.com
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Follow Vanessa on Instagram for more life an...2025-01-301h 16Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa OrtaliWelcome to Heart and Mind Talks with Vanessa Ortali
Hi, I’m Vanessa! In this first episode, I’m sharing my entrepreneurial journey and the vision behind this podcast. You’ll learn who this podcast is for (and who it’s not for) so you can decide if this is the right space for you. Welcome to the community—I’m so happy you’re here and always cheering you on! Xoxo
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Spiritually Wired with Renée WalkerBreaking Free from Hustle Culture with Vanessa OrtaliIn this episode of Spiritually Wired, Renée sits down with business and mindset coach Vanessa Ortali for an inspiring conversation on creating a life and business aligned with your true calling. Vanessa shares her journey of embracing a life dedicated to personal alignment, inner peace, and empowering others to unlock their fullest potential. We can all learn something from Vanessa’s story and wisdom. If you’re wondering how to tune out all the external noise and welcome greater clarity, presence, and alignment into your life, then this episode is for you. Keep listening to hear more on:Van...2024-11-1444 min
The Pam Sowder PodcastMillionaire Mindset: How to Uplevel Your Mind, Attract Money Into Your Life and Live a Life of Abundance with Vanessa OrtaliThis is episode 117 of the Pam Sowder Podcast, with your host, Pam Sowder! Pam has over 2 decades of field and corporate experience and was voted one of the most influential women in direct selling. She helps match the daily needs of distributors to everyday life challenges. Pam cannot wait to introduce you to today’s fantastic guest — Vanessa Ortali! Vanessa has been a serial entrepreneur her entire life and is adamant about making a genuine contribution to the world around her. Throughout her career, she has worked with and trained many fortune 500 companies, leaders, and celebrities. She is a...2020-10-2843 min
The Aaron LeBauer ShowEP 130: Creating Meaningful Connections for Female Entrepreneurs with Vanessa OrtaliDon’t believe that people will pay you for what you’re good at? This episode will change your mind. Speaker and coach Vanessa Ortali joins Aaron to talk about money mindset and networking. Along with being a serial entrepreneur and mindset expert, Vanessa also runs The Ladies Community, a group helping successful women find each other and connect. Today, she’s sharing her tips for networking and building a business around your life. Tune in and train for your own mental Olympics to get in tune with your best self. “Stay accountable to your own happin...2020-05-0741 min
Visionary Life | Marketing & Business Podcast102 Community Building Through Crisis with Vanessa Ortali, Founder of The Ladies CommunityVanessa Ortali has been a serial entrepreneur all of her life. She has always lived for the deeper meaning of life and is adamant on making a genuine contribution to the world around her, even during times of crisis ;)
Over her career she has worked with and trained many fortune 500 companies, leaders and celebrities. She spends much of her time speaking, coaching and expanding her women's community internationally.
As a business school graduate, licensed coach, and expert in events, self development, community building, and connecting others, Vanessa founded The Ladies Community (aka TLC) in 2016. TLC has...2020-04-0600 min
Freedom LifestyleMultiple Streams of Income w Vanessa OrtaliVanessa is a serial entrepreneur who quit corporate life and found the freedom lifestyle. She now manages several businesses and advocates for women having multiple income streams. As the founder of The Ladies Community in Toronto, LA and Houston, Vanessa has leveraged her personal brand to make money in many interesting ways. She coaches, hosts events, sells social / network marketing products AND she helps men propose. Vanessa is living the Freedom Lifestyle and loving it.~Links:Follow SamGet Resources for Freedom Seekers Join the Freedom Lifestyle community Enrol in Launch a...2017-12-0631 min