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Own Your Era Trailer: Own Your EraGirlfriend, put on your best matching set and hot girl shoes, and grab your AirPods...I'm back! Own Your Era is THE podcast for the woman ready to rewrite the rules, step into her power, and OWN exactly where you are in your life. Subscribe to the show and join me for bold takes, real talk, and weekly reminders that it's never too late to create the life you deserve. It's your era. OWN IT. ILYSM, Yolanda

2025-01-2101 min

Boss Bitch Radio w/IFBB Pro, Diane Flores #197 - After Dark: Building Body Confidence & Dating in Your 40s | Interview by Yolanda RussellSummary: Hey besties! Coming at you with another After Dark episode and this one is all about dating in your 40s. Diane was recently a guest on Yolanda Russell's podcast, Date Better, where she shares her opinions on dating, her strategies, mindset, and how it's evolved over the last 10 years. They also talk about building body confidence and how working on yourself physically impacts your dating life. Key Takeaways: 04:35 - Diane shares how she got started in the fitness industry 07:13 - The post-breakup/divorce glow-up is a thing! 09:27...

2023-11-061h 10

Boss Bitch Radio w/IFBB Pro, Diane Flores #192 - After Dark: Embracing Your Steamy Desires in Dating & Relationships with Yolanda RussellSummary: In this After Dark episode, Diane chats with dating and relationship coach, Yolanda Russell. Nothing is off limits as they talk about their personal experiences with dating, casual sex, and owning their decisions and desires with no shame. Tune in to learn how to embrace your feminine energy and show up for yourself. Key Takeaways: 02:04 - Meet Yolanda and how she got started as a dating and relationship coach 11:34 - Thoughts on dating apps and breaking the stigma of online dating 13:00 - Top tips to craft a...

2023-10-201h 07

Own Your Era TRAILER: Break Up Glow UpHey Bestie! New name, same b*itch. Welcome to Break Up Glow Up. A weekly show committed to helping you break up with your current identity so that you can glow up into your new reality and have the life, love, and relationships that you desire. I'm your host, Yolanda Russell and I'm on a mission to empower you to embrace living a life that is real, raw, and free AF. Cheers to your glow up!

2023-09-0100 min

The Security Circle EP 031 Michelle Russell CEO of the SIA: 'Those Who Don't Comply With The Rules Will Be Held To Account'Send us a textMichelle Russell BIO Michelle became the permanent Chief Executive of the SIA in November 2021 and has over 25 years’ experience of working in regulation and regulatory environments in both the public and private sectors. She held the position of Acting Chief Executive at the SIA from October 2020 and before that Director of Partnership and Interventions from January 2020, leading the SIA’s criminal enforcement and regulatory inspection functions. Michelle joined the SIA from the Charity Commission where she was the Director of Investigations, Monitoring and Enforc...

2023-08-0134 min

Own Your Era Unlocking Your Desires Through Pleasure & Intimacy with Sexological Bodyworker & Doula Nicole SiegelBestie, if you struggle to communicate your desires with your partner/partners, this episode is for you. In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Nicole Siegel, a Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Doula, Postpartum Healer, Trauma-Informed Professional, and Founder of Body Compass. In these roles, Nicole's primary mission is to help people find comfort in their bodies, attune to their desires, and build their confidence on their journey of self-growth. Nicole believes that your body--your pleasure, love, and acceptance is your inherent compass to leading a full, vital, and fulfilling life. ...

2023-06-0942 min

Own Your Era F*ck Luck - Hot TakeBestie, is she lucky OR...has she done the work to get where she is...and is willing to do what you aren't willing to do for an outcome? On this episode, let's talk about: My erratic sleep patterns and the moon My Memorial Day Weekend Why scrolling one morning at 3 am inspired this episode Oh, and of course, we'll talk about how to reframe your view on luck, so you can get out of your own way and start making shit happen for yourself. If you're...

2023-06-0211 min

Own Your Era Why You Aren't Reaching Your GoalsBestie, if you're struggling to reach your goals, this one thing may be holding you back -- and it has nothing to do with you not having time, resources, or knowledge. This episode is a hot take and I hope that it helps you start crushing your goals...one day at a time! Are you ready to become empowered AF and create the life and relationships you want in your life? APPLY HERE to work 1:1 with me! Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-05-2618 min

Own Your Era Is He Worthy of Dating YOU? 5 Things to Consider When Dating for a Serious RelationshipHey Bestie! If you're wanting to date for a serious relationship, a man's looks can not supersede these 5 things. Overlooking any of what I share in this episode is a surefire way to get your feeling hurt and you learning lessons the hard way. Remember, the only person's actions you have control over are yours. That starts with you creating boundaries with yourself about what you are and aren't available for. Connect with Yolanda here Apply to Work 1:1 with Yolanda www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-05-1926 min

Own Your Era 24. The Toughest Breakup - Breaking Up with YourselfHey Bestie! We aren't talking about dating this week. We are speaking candidly, raw, and real -- all from the heart. Today, let's chat about what may be holding you back from what you truly want in life. I'll share: How to overcome self-sabotage (I'll share how this shows up for me in life) Why I'm transitioning my coaching The importance of being yourself How the universe always works for you If you missed my email that went out this week, you missed some TEA.

2023-05-1334 min

Own Your Era Dating is a Waste of Time: 10 Reasons Why Bestie! Are you feeling like dating is a waste of time? Sometimes it is...and sometimes having that feeling is an OPPORTUNITY for you to challenge your thoughts and beliefs. Today, I've got 10 reasons why you might be frustrated and fed up with dating. Are you single and ready to thrive in life and dating after a long-term relationship? Apply to join my signature 90-day 1:1 program, Dating After Him - The Blueprint™. APPLY HERE Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-05-0540 min

Own Your Era Why You Should Stop Apologizing for Being Yourself When DatingBestie! Have you ever felt like you were "too much" for someone you were dating? Have you ever received a text after a date that left you feeling rejected and questioning your worth? In this episode, we explore the power of being unapologetically yourself in dating, even when faced with rejection. Today, I'll spill one of my own personal dating stories where I could have easily felt like I was "too much" for her date after receiving a text message afterwards. I'll take you on a journey of self-reflection and self-acceptance, and how I was able to...

2023-04-2831 min

Own Your Era Should You Follow Each Other? 5 Tips to Help You Navigate Social Media & DatingBestie! UNFOLLOW HIM! Today, I'm spilling the tea on the sneaky pitfalls of hitting that follow button (or being followed) on social media while dating. Our online world can be a double-edged sword when it comes to sparking genuine connections, so let's dive into why taking a step back from the screen might just heat things up! We'll dish out the top five reasons to resist the urge to follow (be followed), from keeping the mystery alive to ditching the comparison trap. insecurities caused by those picture-perfect online personas. Don't miss...

2023-04-2118 min

Own Your Era 20. Anxiously Attached? Learn How to Navigate Small Talk & Get a Man to Follow-Up with YouThis one is for my anxious bestie, especially... could small talk be KILLING your dating vibes? Tune in for my thoughts behind the small talk...here's a hint, it's probably NOT worth your time! I'll also share how to ASK for a man to follow up with you which will help you eliminate your anxiety around whether you're still on for a first date! This will be a game changer, it will empower you, and he will do exactly as you've asked, I promise! Click below to see this in ACTION! ...

2023-04-1422 min

Own Your Era 3 Things to Do When Life is a Mess: A Motivational Pep TalkBestie, today we aren't talking about men or dating, but you can apply this to your dating life. I had a rough few days and as I was observing what was going on and how my body and mind were reacting, this message flowed straight through me. Sit. Accept. Surrender. Are you single and ready to thrive in life and dating after a long-term relationship? Apply to join my signature 90-day 1:1 program, Dating After Him - The Blueprint™. APPLY HERE Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com ...

2023-04-0712 min

Own Your Era Divorce: How to Walk Away with Love for Yourself Feat. Camille JoanneDivorced before 30. My dear friend Camille was one of the first interviews I recorded for the podcast, back in September of 2022. At the time, Camille was navigating being newly divorced and the decision process leading up to the ultimate decision to leave her partner...even though they were intertwined in business. In this candid convo, she shares: The path that led to her divorce How a powerful plant medicine experience rocked her to her core The self-love/healing journey Camille has embarked on prior, during, and post divorce. Camille is a f...

2023-03-311h 05

Own Your Era 10 Sober Date Ideas That Aren't CoffeeHappy Friday bestie! If you're O-V-E-R dates revolving around alcohol, this episode is for you! I've got 10-date ideas that aren't coffee and don't involve alcohol. Personally, I love a good marg or two, but I also have taken time off from drinking to detox and reset. I've still been able to go on dates, hook up (if the vibe was right), and have a great time. I'd love to hear from you, Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-03-2421 min

Own Your Era 15 Things to Do Before Your Next RelationshipBestie, before your next relationship (or anytime you want because that's what H.O.E.s do), do these 15 things. I personally believe these are things every woman should experience at least once in life. DM me after you listen and tell me what you are going to do first! ILYSM! Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-03-1054 min

Own Your Era How to Create Your Dating Roster & Have More Fun DatingBestie! I'm BACK! In this episode, I'll share how I started to have more fun, by creating not one, but TWO different rosters of men. Tune in to learn how you too can distinguish the men you may be dating and have more fun! P.S. I'm on TikTok! Come hang! Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2023-03-0340 min

Own Your Era How to Make Your Dating Bios Better & Have Better ConversationsHey bestie! If you're tried of crappy convos, this episode will help you take OWNERSHIP of creating a bio that stands out and gets you great and engaging convos! Tune in as I share my top 5 tips to improve your bios, plus: thoughts on cheaitng on a boyfriend when I was 25 ethical non monogamy a question from one of my followers about dating apps If you want a snapshot of one of my bios, send me a DM with your favorite app and I'll share mine with you! Publishing this on Val...

2023-02-1435 min

Own Your Era 12. 5 Tips to Better SexLet's talk about SEX bestie! In this episode, we'll chat about having better sex...and no, I'm not going to tell yu to run out and buy any fancy lingerie. Sex is a vulnerable, energetic connection that can sometimes be overlooked. Tune in as I share: How long I've been doing IT and how I lost my virginity #sorrymom Why I haven't had an ultra-romantic man in my life How meditation can help your sex game. How your body may be responding to give you the F yes or F...

2023-01-2633 min

Own Your Era Sugaring: The Raw Truth of the World of Being a Professional Sugar Baby feat. Clara PercheronBestie! We are dropping the very first guest interview and it is spicy! Disclaimer: This is a candid interview of a woman explaining her journey with sex work. If that offends you, skip this episode. This is for the open-minded and shared from a space meant to be empowering. All things in this episode were between two consenting adults. Sugaring is a type of relationship in which a wealthy man provides money and gifts as an energetic exchange for a woman's time, energy, and often body. He is known as a Sugar Daddy, she is...

2023-01-111h 05

Paintbrush & Ivories Self Care & The Ayurvedic Clock with Yolanda de CuevasStarting out the year with a focus on self-care is the topic of today’s episode. Jennifer and Michelle are joined by artist, yogi and Ayurvedic practitioner, Yolanda de Cuevas who takes listeners through an understanding of our natural rhythms as seen in the Ayurvedic practice. Managing our activities with the natural flow of energies throughout the day ( / year / our lives) can greatly help our health and wellbeing. Taking care of ourselves first, means we are more able to be alive to our creativity and give more in the world. Join the conversation with the beautiful wisdom Yolanda has to...

2023-01-0744 min

Own Your Era 3 Ways to Be More Confident & Empowered in DatingHappy 2023! Let's dive right in and help you start dating in 2023 on the right foot. In this episode, I'll share a reflection I had exactly one year after going on a date and 3 things that I was guilty of doing as a newly single woman in her 30's. Tune in for my thoughts on empowering yourself by: 1. Being a gatekeeper with your time 2. Only committing to things that you absolutely love to do/have an interest in 3. Communicating and not ghosting Connect with Yolanda here

2023-01-0527 min

Own Your Era Therapy, Kinks, & Owning Your Taboos & DesiresTherapy has been a game changer for me. In this episode, I share how something I labeled a 'daddy issue,' my therapist had a completely different outlook. This involves looking at my own story with money, questioning my conditioning, and embodying my truth. I mention Better Help in this episode, and if you want 2 FREE weeks of therapy, CLICK HERE. This offer is valid until 12/31. * Better Help does NOT sponsor me -- this is sharing because that is caring! Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-12-2927 min

Own Your Era Casual Sex and People Pleasing: Blurred LinesAre you a people pleaser? If you're single/dating, you can't miss this episode and there's a good chance you have a few people that need to hear it to. Today, I'll share an experience I had in the height of my 'hoe phase,' post-six-year relationship, and how I was making the choice to have sex, not because I actually wanted to, but because I thought it would make the other person happy/not leave me. Of course, I was WRONG. The gift people pleasing gave me from a sexual standpoint was ghosted, empty...

2022-12-0832 min

Own Your Era 7. A Harsh Truth About Dating Men & Their EffortBestie, are you settling in the effort that you are accepting from men you are dating? In this episode, let's chat: the differences in effort of men choosing what level of effort excites a reframe around same day dates whether coffee dates are really your thing sober dates I'd love to hear from you if this episode speaks to you, slide in and let's connect. Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-11-3030 min

Own Your Era Dating Standards (Part 2): Dating and Your Bare MinimumsIs the reason why you're annoyed with men because you don't have clear standards? In this episode, let's talk about your needs and how to set your standards when it comes to dating. This episode will leave you feeling EMPOWERED as you approach dating. Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-11-2228 min

Own Your Era Dating Standards: Reducing Dating Anxiety & Becoming a Confident Dating Pro (Part 1)Are you anxious about going on dates? In this episode, I share a few reasons why I think we actually have dating anxiety and how to reduce your anxiety around dating. Let's talk about: Showing up authentically Ghosting (and how not to do it) My dating motto Should you have expectations for your date? As always, the viewpoints I give you may be different than you've considered before. Don't miss part 2 next week where I go into dating standards Take a listen if you're ready to be empowered in your single girl...

2022-11-1514 min

Own Your Era I Started an OnlyFansIn this episode, I chat with you about my experience as an OnlyFans creator. Take a listen to why I started an OnlyFans, my experience on the platform, why I almost quit, and why I also think this is one of the MOST empowering things a woman can do. Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-11-0852 min

Own Your Era How to Manifest with WritingIn this episode, I share how I went from crying over sushi and ending a relationship to a year later having one of the best birthdays in years...I wrote about it. In this episode: A trick about manifestation and intention setting Why you really should consider a journaling practice A chat about therapy Connect with Yolanda here www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-10-1118 min

Own Your Era Calling Off An Engagement, Moving Out, Drugs, Healing, Dating Over 30, & a RebrandOn my 37th birthday, I cried over sushi, ending my engagement with my partner whom I still love dearly. In this episode, I share the one-year reflection on that decision and one of the most radical years of change. Tune in for: Answering the question who are YOU? The comfortability trap What I learned about keeping some of my journey to myself The invitation that changed my life What I've never openly disclosed about my last relationship The two experiences that blew me open and prompted the decision to end my relationship The danger...

2022-10-041h 13

Own Your Era What is The Conscious H.O.E.?You can be a Conscious H.O.E. in dating, finances, professional life, personal development, etc. In episode three, toward the end, I share how dating helped me create The Conscious H.O.E. H.O.E. is a woman Honing & Owning Empowerment. This mini-episode, explains what the Conscious H.O.E. is (and will be the episode I send to anyone confused about the brand). For more and to connect with Yolanda, click here! www.theconscioushoe.com

2022-10-0114 min

Own Your Era Bonus: Trust in The Timing - A Morning MessageAre you struggling with the timeline that you've imposed on yourself...maybe you're not where you want to be or think you 'should,' be. What happens when the timing feels off? You trust it. You trust that everything is unfolding perfectly for you. Take a listen for a gentle reminder as to why this simple message is one of the most powerful lessons you'll learn that will help you feel empowered and inspired by life... NO MATTER WHAT! Full disclosure: What do you do when inspiration...

2021-09-3005 min

Own Your Era Quick Tip: What to Do When You Feel UnmotivatedWhat do you do when you feel unmotivated or uninspired? In this short and sweet episode, you'll find one action that you can take today that will keep on giving. It's really simple and may require some thought, but it will be something that you can come back and reference and even add to as you go on your journey! If you listen and this resonates, don't forget to tag me in your stories! Connect with Yolanda on Instagram Join The Free Spirit Hideout Text Community

2021-09-1409 min

Own Your Era Finding Community In Your 30's and BeyondWhy is it so hard to have deep, meaningful relationships as women? Especially, the older we get. Sure we've been dealing with COVID for over a year and a half, but the world and anyone you could ever want to meet is just a finger swipe away. Let's unpack some big truth bombs around why we are struggling to find community and how we can go about finding and creating it. For more: www.instagram.com/_yolandarussell Join the Free Spirit Hideout Text Community: https://my.community.com/yolanda

2021-07-2920 min

Own Your Era Three Tools to Help You Manifest Your GoalsThe new year is here! 2020 has been a year, but you know I'm all about you sitting with what sucks and celebrating what has been amazing for you. Hopefully, you've set or are thinking about what you want to accomplish in 2021. In this episode, I'll give you three tools to help you manifest your 2021 goals. 1. HILA Mentality: having a high intention and a low attachment 2. Applying mission and vision for each goal individually strengthens the intention and clarity around your goals. 3. Create a vision board that encompasses what you desire to...

2020-12-3127 min

The Ambitious Introvert® Podcast Episode 11: Building Brand Confidence & Awareness with Yolanda RussellThis week I’m chatting with Yolanda Russell. Yolanda has a unique path but quite frankly, one that should be a bit more normalized because it’s okay to change up your career path multiple times in the name of living your best life. After receiving a degree in Biology, then going back to school to become a nurse, to entering the network marketing industry and taking on the nickname “Kinda Fit Chick”, she eventually landed on her current role as a brand and empowerment coach.Yolanda and I discuss:The four C’s...

2020-12-0729 min

The Habit Queen Episode 43: Breaking through limiting beliefs [with Yolanda Russell]Do you ever feel like you're capable of more, wanting to do more, willing to play big but something gets in between you and your dreams? Whether you're starting your own business, embarking on a health journey, or simply willing to unlock your inner potential, this episode is going to blow your mind. My very special guest and business coach, Yolanda Russell and I are going to talk about: Yolanda's personal journey, a unique, bold and so inspiring The truth about personal growth, owning your business, and pursuing your biggest dreams ...

2020-12-0235 min

Own Your Era Soul Note #4: A Key for the Strong WomanWelcome to Soul Note #4! A collection of writings and messages that I've been called and encouraged to share. The main mission--to help you get in touch with your highest self and expand your perspective and thinking. In this note--a key for the strong woman. Deep breath. Close your eyes. Be still. Accept the key to your freedom. More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com @_yolandarussell

2020-11-1206 min

Own Your Era Finding Your Voice: Life and Business UpdateA life update and its impact on the direction of the podcast and coaching services. My reminder to you is--you're not here to be like everyone else; you're here to be like your soul. More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/_yolandarussell/

2020-11-1126 min

Own Your Era Soul Note #3: Your AwakeningWelcome to Soul Note #3! A collection of writings and messages that I've been called and encouraged to share. The main mission--to help you get in touch with your highest self and expand your perspective and thinking. In this note--your awakening. It's time to open your eyes and see...open your ears and hear...open your heart and feel. Take a deep breath. Get still and enjoy! More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com @_yolandarussell

2020-11-0307 min

Own Your Era Being a People Pleaser is Ruining Your ConfidenceAre you self-sabotaging while trying to make everyone else happy? Being People Pleaser Patty? The truth...People pleasing is costing you your confidence without you even realizing it. It disempowers you when you continually say yes (and actually rather say NO. It makes you resentful to keep doing things that you don't want to do. Today we'll chat about the importance of you making conscious decisions and saying no. More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com @_yolandarussell

2020-11-0321 min

Own Your Era Soul Note 2- Calling Out Your Self DoubtWelcome to Soul Note #2! A collection of writings and messages that I've been called and encouraged to share. The main mission--to help you get in touch with your highest self and expand your perspective and thinking. In this note--calling out your self doubt. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. Get still and enjoy! XO, Yo More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com @_yolandarussell

2020-10-2804 min

Own Your Era Why 10K Months are Toxic AF in the Online SpaceThe shiny 10K month object. Are you confused by it? Do you desire it? Everyone is talking about 10K months, but are really the true measure for success in your business? Today, I unpack the toxicity of how online business success is portrayed and why it's up to you to distinguish between good marketing and true transformation. Sometimes the question isn't what do you want, but rather--what do you need? More from Yolanda: www.yrussell.com Come hang with me on Instagram: @_yolandarussell

2020-10-2829 min

Nursing Uncensored When It's Time to Go: Life Beyond Nursing with former ICU nurse Yolanda RussellMany people say nursing is a calling. What if you’re no longer hearing that call? Adrianne welcomes former nurse Yolanda Russell to talk about her journey through nursing, her decision to leave the profession, and how she made the transition to entrepreneurship and her own business. Yolanda and Adrianne weave a path through lots of topics including:-Being burned out without realizing it-An incident that made Yolanda consider her place in nursing-How burnout manifests as bad coping and how to turn it around-Freeing ourselves from what’s holding us back

2020-10-1247 min

Go Find Out: The Career Switch Podcast Ep.21: Yolanda Drops Some Business & Branding "Truth Bombs"Ready to hear some "truth bombs" from Yolanda Russell about business and branding? Listen to my interview with her to hear how she went from an ICU nurse to building a thriving business and then pivoted to providing branding and business coaching to female entrepreneurs. You'll learn about: Her life-changing experience as a nurse that prompted her to shift her career focus Why she teaches that a brand is all about you and your professional development Her five pillars of the Breakthrough and Brand Accelerator Program In my personal update, I'll di...

2020-10-1247 min

Hello, Hot Flash: Conversations about menopause, women’s health and mindset for midlife women.#002 - How To Recognize When It’s Time To Pivot with guest Yolanda RussellIn This Episode In today’s episode, you get to hear from Yolanda Russell, a brand coach and host of Accelerate Your Brand & Breakthrough Podcast, where you can tune in for unfiltered tips to help you build your brand and boost your mindset. Yolanda doesn’t mind telling you like it is. Learn from her how to prioritize your personal needs and how to fill your cup so you can find awareness and create momentum. Don’t miss her story as she tells us how an HIV scare helped her SWITCH her direction in life...

2020-10-0331 min

Own Your Era How to Overcome Your Fear of FailingWhat if you're not really afraid to fail, but instead, you're afraid to succeed. Success is scary because there are things that come along with success--responsibility, your life changing, and you being vulnerable. Dive into your own fears with this simple exercises: Are over complicating something when it comes to your business? What are you afraid to fail at? What does success look like to you? Join into Badass Bosses here: https://www.yrussell.com/badass-bosses I changed my IG: https://www.instagram.com/_yolandarussell/

2020-09-2211 min

Own Your Era Has Your Instagram Engagement Dropped? How to Get It BackHas your engagement on Instagram dropped? There's a lot of rumors regarding Instagram's algorithm, but as a business owner, you must be in this for the long haul--not a bunch of quick social media hacks. In this episode, I'll share: How to use your current followers to boost your engagement How to slide into DMs to connect without feeling icky or salesy Why you should use the new features like Instagram Reels when they are rolled out Why you need to tell your audience what to do (like encouraging them to turn on their post notifications...

2020-09-1529 min

Own Your Era How to Feel Accomplished Every DayTrying to grow your own business is hard and so much of it is dependent on your energy. So, how can you win every day being your own boss--especially when you may feel like you're failing? Today, learn The Daily RX, which will help you shift your state every day. I'll share my best tip to knock out more on your to do list too. Take notes, but here are some for ya: The Daily RX: shift in physiology, focus, and language. Crushing your to-do list: No more than 3...

2020-09-0822 min

Own Your Era How to Be More Authentic OnlineAre you showing up fully? Chances are you aren't and the reason why is simple... You're afraid to be yourself and be seen, heard, or even called on for the help you can deliver to someone else. Instead of being y.o.u., you filter, script, and stuff yourself in a box that someone else believes you should fit in. Leaving you wondering why sometimes it feels so hard to show up. In this episode, I have 3 tips to help you be more authentic in the online space: Determine who...

2020-09-0114 min

Own Your Era 68. What You Need to Build a BrandWhat is a brand, really about? In today's episode, let's unpack what you really need to build your brand. You'll be surprised to find it's not about a website, professional photos, or a fancy logo. I'll share how I accidentally created a solid brand in a network marketing company which has helped me develop The 4 C's of Branding: Clarity In your message In your brand story In who you serve In what you offer Content Creating content effortlessly that speaks directly t...

2020-08-2533 min

Own Your Era How to Make Inspiration Work for YouToday let's address the elephant in the room--you're being inspired by others, but can't seem to get started. Or maybe you're showing up on social media and being told you're inspiring, but people stop there. In this episode: Three important questions, so you can take inspiration and make it work for you. How to use your brand and business to not only inspire others, but get them to take action. Join Tribe Unfiltered today: https://yolandarussell.ck.page/tribe

2020-08-1814 min

Own Your Era The Business of IV Hydration with Monica Swint, RN "Fleaux with Mo"From almost getting kicked out of college for running a hair business in her teen years, Monica has always had the heart of an entrepreneur. In this episode, she shares how she went from being a hairstylist to a nurse and is now a full-time entrepreneur and owner of Fleaux with Mo IV Hydration & Beauty, serving clients in both Atlanta and New Orleans. Monica, has been a nurse for over 12 years with a specialty in infusion nursing. She is full of spirit and breaks down how she overcame fear in starting her 'side...

2020-08-1152 min

Own Your Era Nursing & Mental Health: The No Nurse Alone Movement ft. Portia WoffordThere is a stigma around mental health and it's extremely important to dive into that of the ones taking care of everyone else. In this episode, featuring Portia Wofford, we'll chat how her suicide attempt led her down the path to becoming a nurse. Portia's passion for educating and keeping patients out of the hospital prompted her to start writing and blogging on nursing and health education. Portia questioned whether she could make writing a career and that's exactly what she is doing and will be making this her full-time gig. ...

2020-08-0439 min

Own Your Era Overcoming Addiction: A Journey of Self-Awareness feat. SJS"Sometimes it's easier for other people to see the changes in you before you realize the changes that are happening in yourself." -SJS I'm 9 days post social media break and I sat in the studio (aka our closet) to talk my reflections and the impact on our relationship. Stefan also shares his own journey with alcoholism and the work he does every day to embrace more self-awareness on his path of sobriety. I loved recording this--definitely a special moment. Enjoy! www.yrussell.com

2020-07-2827 min

Own Your Era Growing Into Your Best SelfI'm on my social media detox, but this episode from over a year ago about growing pains is still valid AF. Dive into this episode for 5 signs that you are growing! Trust me, it can feel crazy when you're on this journey, but rest assured that if any of these 5 things are happening to you--you need to lean ALL the way in and TRUST FALL with The Universe! Recap of the 5 signs of growth: You question everything. You distance yourself from people. You have ideas/thoughts that you can't shake. Things that used to feel good don't anymore. You...

2020-07-2129 min

Own Your Era Bonus: Habits of a High AchieverIf you consider yourself a high achiever, but struggle with keeping good habits--this is for you! Tune in to learn how a long time friend of mine that is a very successful entrepreneur and a high achiever struggles to maintain their self-care habits in times of hustle and stress. Can you relate? In this episode, I'll help you shift your view from habits to intention. Is it time for you to set an intention of slowing down to speed up and create the momentum that you need? I'm also...

2020-07-1722 min

Own Your Era Nursing Outside of the Box ft. Amanda, MSN, NP-CDo you feel like you're trapped in the box of your career? The letters behind your name? Tune in for an Ivy-league prepared nurse practitioner's story of how she has added entrepreneurship to her list of accomplishments. Amanda Guarniere, MSN, NP-C shares how being home raising twins and working night shift found her searching for a way to add income to her family and have more flexibility in the clinical setting. During this time she discovered that nurses and nurse practitioners needed help to building their resumes and finding what they truly wanted...

2020-07-1441 min

Own Your Era Building a Business While Working Full-TimeToday I'll share five (actually seven) tips to find balance between working full time as your build your business. Tune in to learn: 1. How to create your role identities to create clear boundaries between your job and your business. 2. Setting goals without overwhelming yourself. 3. How to schedule your time and my favorite app Calendly. 4. The importance of setting your priorities with your loved ones. 5. How to apply productivity sprints to get more done. Bonuses: Figuring out what you may need to sacrifice and a reminder to...

2020-07-0720 min

Own Your Era Entrepreneurship: 16 Truth Bombs"Entrepreneurship is different and not everyone that you've been around for all your life—your parents, or partner, or your siblings, or whomever it is; is going to understand why you want to step out and be your own boss." A few updates that I share today: We just made it to episode number 60. The podcast has hit 10K downloads, since we switched platforms. The investment I'm making to become a better coach. In this episode, 16 truth bombs about entrepreneurship! Some people sweep things under the rug, but that's not what I'm here to...

2020-06-3038 min

Own Your Era Doing What Scares You: The Podcast Turns OneThe Unfiltered Nurse Podcast, formerly the Real, Raw, and Free Podcast is officially A YEAR OLD...June 18, 2020! I want to say THANK YOU! I do this for you. Today, I unpack: The journey of starting the podcast. The tearful moment that I decided I was going to start a podcast. The technical difficulties of recording with my first guest. The story of how my addiction to sharing stories of other women became my addiction. Inside of this episode: Feeling yo...

2020-06-2318 min

Own Your Era Colored Privilege ft. Nicole, RNPrivilege. A word trending in height of the mass awareness of racial injustice that exists even in 2020. In this episode, I sit down with Nicole, a nurse and a beautiful person of color adopted by a family and into privilege. Nicole, a fan of hitting others with a dose of "unpopular opinion," gets raw and unfiltered in this episode. Tune in for insight of how the tone of her skin and growing up in a white household has been the oxymoron of her life and the racism she's faced as a nurse.

2020-06-161h 03

Own Your Era Travel Nursing Explained feat. The 6 Figure Travel Nurse Sarah Gaines, MSN, RNC-OBConsidering being a Travel Nurse? Know someone that is? This episode is for you. This episode features The 6 Figure Travel Nurse, Sarah Gaines, MSN, RNC-OB and she unpacks her journey into travel nursing and her mission of educating and empowering nurses to maximize their income so they can work less and travel more. Her infamous 6 Figure Travel Nurse Course does just that! Sarah is a Labor and Delivery Nurse, Nurse Mentor, educator and entrepreneur; she is passionate about travel nursing with over 20 completed contracts and counting. For insider tips, expert advice...

2020-06-0945 min

Own Your Era From Teen Mom to Nurse Mom with Chandra Dodson, MSN, BSNChandra Dodson, MSN, BSN is a Labor & Delivery Nurse that is full of spirit and passion. In today's episode, she shares her journey from teen Mom to nurse Mom. Chandra gives a candid glimpse in overcoming being the victim of her circumstance as a young Mom. She shares the sacrifices and struggles she had to make to go from a teen Mom to becoming a Master's prepared nurse and educator. Chandra is from Maryland and currently on assignment as a travel nurse while building her brand online. More from Chandra: Follow h...

2020-06-0240 min

Own Your Era The Journey of Nurse to Entrepreneur feat. Jazmine, RN, BSNIn today's episode, I chat with Jazmine Green, RN, BSN about her journey from Mother-Baby/Nursery RN to FULL-TIME entrepreneur. Jazmine discovered early on in her nursing career that she wasn't one to punch the clock for someone else's dreams for the rest of her life. Tune in to hear how an incident after one of her night shifts made her quit her job to protect her family and start her journey as an entrepreneur. Jazmine is the owner of Nurse Life Brand, an online nursing boutique and a BLS Instructor. More from...

2020-05-2641 min

Own Your Era Brand Building: 5 Things Holding You BackSo, you want to build your brand, be consistent AF, and show up with confidence, BUT...building your brand feeling harder than nursing school. What's holding ya back? Failure, judgement, imposter syndrome, perfection, no flexibility in the vision of how you can make your impact? Tune in today for a quick overview of Yolanda's signature framework for building your brand and the 5 things holding you back from taking messy, inspired, and confident action. Remember, awareness is necessary in order to create the momentum needed to execute. Join The Brand Confidence Masterclass

2020-05-1919 min

Own Your Era 5 Things to Consider Before Becoming a Nurse Practitioner feat. Veronica Sampayo, DNP, MSN, APRNTune in to learn: How to pick your program How to find money to lessen the amount of student loan debt you encounter How to choose between your NP and DNP How to pick your speciality How and why networking can make or break your entry into the profession This episode is JAM packed with tips for future and aspiring advanced practitioners. Take notes! Veronica Sampayo, DNP, MSN, APRN is a board certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse and Clinician Mentor. She completed her Associate of Science in Nursing at Valencia College in 2008 and earner h...

2020-05-1243 min

Own Your Era Life Without Hormonal Birth Control feat. Desiree Reed, RN, BSN, MSNAre you on hormonal birth control or wanting to find more natural ways to deal with your hormones? In today's episode, I chat with Desiree Reed, RN, BSN, MSN. Desiree is a travel nurse that openly admits and shares her burnout and wanting to leave nursing all together. She is passionate in her pursuit to becoming a Hormone Coach for women. I've had the pleasure of working with Desiree 1:1 as a client in my signature coaching program, Breakthrough Burnout Method (BBM). Desiree will share how BBM has helped her take more action on...

2020-05-0541 min

Own Your Era Leaving Bedside Nursing without a Plan feat. Demetria Dandridge, RN, BSNYou know that nursing burnout is REAL AF, but what are you doing to combat it? In today's episode, I chat with Demetria "Dee," Dandridge, who has been a nurse for 11 years and has an impressive resume. Dee, found herself bored or burned out in her positions and has had nearly 10 different positions as a Nurse. Dee is currently in a educator role to support new nurses after their preceptorships have ended--this is so important to help retain new nurses provide support as they learn the ropes of nursing. Dee shares how she...

2020-04-2852 min

Own Your Era Crushing Debt with The Debt Free Nurse, Allie Grotteland RN, BSN, CCRNAre you working ALL the shifts because you feel like you're tied to student loans and other debt? If it's a YES, you definitely are not alone. In today's episode, I chat with Allie Grotteland, PICU Nurse and Money Mentor for Nurses. Tune in to learn how she has eliminated $46,000 of debt in 18 months WITHOUT working a ton of overtime. As a Money Mentor, Allie helps other nurses learn how they too can demolish their debt and save without sacrifice. Follow her on IG for tons of tips and challenges to help you...

2020-04-2143 min

Own Your Era Bonus: Tapping into Your Spiritual Gifts feat. Energy Practitioner Jesse PrejeanIn a previous episode #42, I talked about my experience with Reiki. It was so moving that I felt more people needed to be in the energy of Jesse Prejean who is an Energy Practitioner, Healer, Psychic Medium, and Life Coach. In today's episode, I chat with Jesse and how he went from struggling with addiction and alcoholism to becoming a Reiki Master and Psychic Medium. Jesse's energy is ELECTRIC. Tune in and learn more about him and mark your calendar for his MEDITATION FOR SELF-HEALING on my Instagram live, Monday, April 20th @ 8 PM...

2020-04-1748 min

Own Your Era Beating Burnout as a Nurse Practitioner with Marina Fischer, MSN, BSN, RN, FNP-C, DNP StudentNursing burnout is NO JOKE, but the beauty of nursing is that you can find your lane and create your own path. In today's episode, I chat with FNP, Marina Fischer, who found herself burned out and questioning her career path and purpose. Marina shares how she beat burnout and has found her personal happy in her purpose of bringing health to her community. Marina is currently working PRN, educating, and pursuing her DNP. Follow her journey here: https://www.instagram.com/newnew1030/ More from Yolanda:

2020-04-1443 min

Own Your Era COVID-19 Story: Standing Up for PPE with Travel Nurse Kaitlyn ForresterIn order to make a change, you must be willing to do something you've never done. In this episode, I sit down with Kaitlyn Forrester, BSN, RN. She's currently in the beta round of Breakthrough Burnout Method and has been making massive shifts in the last 60 days. Kaitlyn has been a travel nurse for over 5 years and classifies herself as someone who goes with the flow, but she was recently met with a situation on a travel assignment and she chose to ROCK THE BOAT. Tune in today to hear her take on...

2020-04-0738 min

Own Your Era Nurses and Coronavirus: A Shift In PerspectiveThe first episode of The Unfiltered Nurse Podcast is here! Nurses are front and center on the battle with COVID-19. If you are one...THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. There is a lack of PPE, personnel, and so much more...but you ALREADY know this. This podcast isn't about telling you what you know. It's about helping you SHIFT and using your MINDSET as one of the BIGGEST tools in your tool belt during this trying time. In this episode, I'll take you on a deeper dive with some questions...

2020-03-3122 min

Own Your Era How to Focus Your Energy When You're Multi Passionate (End of Season 1)Do you feel yourself being pulled in many directions, but not making enough forward progress? In this episode, I give my two cents on why you MUST choose that ONE thing and why I am choosing to take a break from the podcast for a bit. More info on Breakthrough Burnout Method: www.yrussell.com/coaching

2020-02-0624 min

Own Your Era How to Stop Comparing Yourself"Comparison is the thief of joy." Theodore Roosevelt Do you ever find yourself comparing yourself to someone else or held yourself back from taking action because of someone else. Tune in today for three beliefs to help you shift out of comparison and into taking more CONFIDENT action in your life, career, and your business. To book a 1:1 connection call to discuss your struggles and goals, click here: Breakthrough Burnout Method

2020-01-2820 min

Own Your Era How 20 Days of Hot Yoga Changed My LifeI hate the phrase never say never, but give me a challenge that I don't think I can do and I will show up full throttle. At the beginning of the new year, I silently embarked on a journey. If you've been following my stories, my hair has been a HOT mess and for a reason. Tune in to learn more about my 20 day experience with 26 postures + 2 breathing exercises at 105 degrees in a room full of strangers and just my thoughts. I sweat. I grew. I'm obsessed. Check out Pure Yoga...

2020-01-2132 min

Own Your Era Surviving Alcoholism and Nursing Burnout ft. Nurse Kristi W.This episode with Kristi Welch is REAL and it's RAW. Kristi messaged me one day a few months ago and said, "I kissed the world of nursing GOODBYE." She had been following my journey for years and was a burned out Nurse wanting and believing in MORE for herself. As we chatted, I found out that she had this amazingly powerful story that I knew you needed to hear. From low self-esteem, a failed marriage, alcoholism, and nursing burnout--Kristi has CHOSEN to GRAB LIFE and RISE. Last year she made a leap to...

2020-01-1650 min

Own Your Era My First Reiki ExperienceLearning to listen to where your soul calls you without question is like a trust fall...you just need to close your eyes and LEAP! I had my first experience with Reiki with a local Energy Healing Practitioner, Jesse Prejean who is local in Austin. The experience was amazing and I try to put it into words in this episode! Learn more about Reiki and Jesse's services here: https://www.jesseprejean.com/ Learn more about Breakthrough Burnout Method here!

2020-01-1438 min

Own Your Era Choosing the Childfree Life feat. ShaunaThe childfree life--A CHOICE. I am so excited for this episode and pumped that I got to chat about it with someone else! Today's special guest: Shauna, from Dinks Podcast chats her childfree CHOICE. Shauna is newly married and living her childfree life in the DMV area. She's an entrepreneur, a licensed nail technician and becoming an Independent Educator in the beauty industry--all while having a full time carer as a government contractor. Being childfree is NOT to be confused with those women struggling with infertility or wanting to have children, but not able to...

2020-01-0957 min

Own Your Era Redefining Wellness with Future Licensed Psychotherapist Nadia A.Redefining wellness--a topic that needs an OPEN and CANDID conversation with the new year fully underway. This episode with Nadia Al-Yagout, future Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, is one that you need a piece of paper for notes and are going to catch yourself screaming YASSS as KNOWLEDGE BOMB after KNOWLEDGE BOMB is dropped!⁣ Many of us fall in the trap of believing that wellness is just about an aesthetic or one way of eating. Wellness is a connection between mind, body, and spirit. Nadia will help you bridge the gaps that may exist for you an...

2020-01-0756 min

Own Your Era Defying the Odds of a Small Town ft. Stacia WeeksTRIGGER WARNING...this episode contains content regarding sexual abuse. Phew--this episode is DEEP. I sat down with Stacia Weeks, a WARRIOR from a small town in Wisconsin. From drug addicted parents, living HOMELESS, and falling into drugs and alcohol; Stacia has turned her life around. She has defied the odds against her. This episode is POWERFUL and is a reminder that our past does NOT create the future. Stacia is a Dog Mom, Wellness Influencer, and living her best life with her boyfriend of 14 years. Follow this warrior here: https://www.i...

2020-01-0255 min

Own Your Era How to Make Your Goals CLEAR AFA new decade is RIGHT around the corner--Happy FREAKING NEW YEAR! How are you going into 2020 with your goals? Tune in as I'll give you tips on attaching mission, vision, and purpose to your goals, so they are more clear and focused! Cheers to 2020, let's crush this new year! XO, Yo

2019-12-3118 min

Own Your Era Fear. Anxiety. Action feat. Anxiety Coach Vikki LouiseGot anxiety?! This episode features Anxiety Coach, Vikki Louise! Vikki has pivoted from a career in finance to a full-time Anxiety Coach after dealing with her own anxiety! She will give you a different perspective and outlook on anxiety! Vikki also hosts the F*CK ANXIETY AND GET SH*T DONE PODCAST! Here are links to find and follow Vikki: Instagram Podcast on Apple Podcast on Spotify

2019-12-2656 min

Own Your Era Breaking Through Burnout in Your CareerIt's Christmas Eve! I'm here to help. I want to remind you of two things if you're feeling burned out. 1. Your career does NOT shape your identity. You shape who you are. 2. If something you have been doing stops filling your cup, it is okay and it does NOT make you a FAILURE. Your language is everything! In this episode, let's shift how you're looking at your burnout! If you'd like to chat about your burnout, schedule a discovery call with me to see if Breakthrough Burnout Method is for Y...

2019-12-2415 min

Own Your Era The Power in Your Pivot feat. Nurse Laura H.In episode 35, I talk to Laura Hall, a sassy Nurse living in the northwest with her husband and pup. Laura has been a Nurse for just a few months, but is actively paving a way to create a freedom life. Tune in to listen to this new Nurse grad making BOLD moves and PIVOTING without any apology. Follow Laura

2019-12-1948 min

Own Your Era How to Flip Any Negative to a PositiveThis episode is REAL, RAW, and FREE AF. I almost didn't publish this episode for fear of judgement, but then I thought about the ONE person that just may need to know they are NOT alone. ILYSM. What if every problem was a gift? This is a concept that I've learned from Tony Robbins. This perspective will help you find the good in any bad. In this episode, I want you to take action and find 5 'problems,' and turn them into gifts. The fastest way to turn around anything in life is to trade...

2019-12-1738 min

Own Your Era A Nurse's Path of Diversity, Burnout, and Business feat. TrishHappy Thursday—this also means we've got a guest on the podcast today Trish!! One of the beauty's of the nursing profession is that there are so many options and avenues that one can take. In episode 33, I chat with Trish who did not let being a teen Mom get in the way of achieving her career goals. Trish's story is powerful and should be listened to closely by anyone that has been afraid to try something new in their career. Trish shows us that while change may be scary, it is necessary!...

2019-12-1254 min

Own Your Era 5 Mindset Shifts to Master Before 2020Girl, get your notebook and a pen! I am bringing the fire in this episode. If you are looking to up level in 2020, you need to start today! Tune in for 5 new shifts and beliefs to help you level up! Share this with a friend!

2019-12-1033 min

Own Your Era Breaking Up with the Victim feat. Ana KarinaToday's special guest is Ana Karina 'AK'. She's a 30-something, Dog Mom to Koda, living a FREE LIFE. In this episode, we chat about the effects of emotional and physical abuse in her childhood and the WORK she has had to do and continues to do to reverse the cycle of being the victim. AK recently packed up and moved from Florida to Colorado knowing no one. This courageous move, a means to continue her self-awareness journey and work deep through past traumas. "I am a result of all the good that I've...

2019-12-051h 09

Own Your Era F*CK the Holidays: A New PerspectiveI'm calling you out on your BS. Are you waiting until November 28th to be grateful? Are you waiting until December 25th to gift someone? Are you waiting until January 1st to make a change? Let's chat about this today and find the power in TODAY. The holidays are great, but they might be holding you back from being great year round! ILYSM!

2019-12-0311 min

Own Your Era 10 Ways to Build Confidence with INVESTING In YourselfThe most important person you can bet on is YOU. In this episode, I dive in with 10 ways that you can invest in yourself. Investing doesn't always equal money. I'll share the most important investment that you can make too! Confidence Starts in the AM Download: www.thekindafitchick.com/confidence Book a Call with Yolanda: www.thekindafitchick.com/1on1

2019-10-0920 min

REAL RAW AND FREE 21. 10 Ways to Build Confidence with INVESTING In YourselfThe most important person you can bet on is YOU. In this episode, I dive in with 10 ways that you can invest in yourself. Investing doesn’t always equal money. I’ll share the most important investment that you can make too! Confidence Starts in the AM Download: www.thekindafitchick.com/confidence Book a Call with Yolanda: www.thekindafitchick.com/1on1

2019-10-0920 min

REAL RAW AND FREE 1. The Secret to ConfidenceIn the very first episode of Real, Raw, + Free’s Podcast, host Yolanda shares a simple formula to increasing your confidence. It's time to level up your confidence game with 5 easy tips for you to apply TODAY. www.thekindafitchick.com

2019-06-1820 min