Somewhere along the way, many of us quietly stop becoming beginners. We stop taking dance classes because we might not be good at them.We stop painting because we’re “not creative.”We stop auditioning, singing, trying hobbies, making new friends, or learning entirely new skills—not because we don’t want to, but because we’ve grown attached to being […]
Most people think great content starts with brainstorming. Adrienna McDermott thinks it starts with listening. In this episode, Adrienna shares why Reddit has become one of her favorite tools for market research, content planning, and understanding what people are actually thinking when they aren’t trying to impress anyone. We talk about why anonymous conversations can […]
Have you ever walked into a room only to be immediately asked where something is…while the person asking is standing closer to it than you are? If you’re the one who remembers doctor’s appointments, notices the milk is running low, signs the permission slips, buys birthday gifts, keeps everyone’s schedule in your head, and somehow […]
Do you ever worry that you’ll miss out on opportunities when you put boundaries in place? Today’s guest, Hope Taylor, created a boundary that her audience now looks forward to it. We live in a world that rewards constant visibility. Social media platforms push creators to post more, engage more, and stay online as much […]
What happens when you move somewhere new and have to rebuild your entire life from scratch? In this episode, I sit down with my real-life friend Meredith McAlister, who has moved across the country multiple times—from Massachusetts to Texas, California, and Wisconsin—and somehow managed to create community everywhere she goes. We talk about what it […]
If your brand has ever felt like a bad haircut you can’t grow out fast enough, then this episode is for you. There comes a point in business where what once felt exciting starts to feel off or indifferent. While it’s not necessarily wrong, it feels disconnected. That feeling isn’t a sign that you’ve failed—it’s […]
This one is personal. A year ago, I became a mother overnight and nothing has been the same since. This episode originally aired on Joy Michelle’s podcast, Called to Both, where I shared the raw truth of what that first month of motherhood looked like: NICU alarms, stress vomiting, work deadlines, and the tiniest, bravest […]
You know that late-night scroll: the one where you’re desperate, searching for answers, and all you find are horror stories or shiny success reels? I’ve been there. Cathy Olson has too. We’re living in the age of extremes, especially when it comes to GLP-1 medications. The internet is flooded with before-and-afters, hot takes, and scary […]
Do you ever feel like you’re performing your business instead of showing up in it? That’s the tension I explored in this week’s conversation with Ashlyn Carter, the conversion copywriter, messaging strategist, and quiet architect behind some of the internet’s most powerful brands. While this conversation started about copy and strategy, it quickly turned into […]
If your finances feel like a rollercoaster, it’s time to stop screaming and start steering. You’re not alone if your business bank account swings from dopamine highs to devastating lows. One month you’re flush with client payments, the next you’re wondering if Stripe has ghosted you. The feast or famine cycle is a real (and […]
Have you ever written a heartfelt thank you card and then watched it hibernate in your junk drawer until spring? In today’s episode, I’m sharing simple systems for expressing gratitude and becoming a thank-you person just in time for Thanksgiving. From handwritten notes to real-time compliments and even thank-you pizzas (with a lesson on paper […]
Have you ever walked into a room and felt like no one sees you—let alone remembers you? In today’s episode, I’m joined by powerhouse business coach, speaker and marketing strategist Angelica Pompy, who helps creative women build profitable businesses with confidence and clarity. Listen in as we dig into how to “get in the room,” […]
Ever feel like you don’t belong at the table you built? You’re not alone. I’m talking to Katie Mast, a seasoned creative‑entrepreneur turned community‑builder with big, blunt truths about imposter syndrome. Katie worked in the wedding, events and creative industries, and worked with industry platforms, so she knows what it’s like to be both visible […]
What if the key to transforming your city was simply showing up? For many of us, local politics and civic engagement can feel like a world reserved for career politicians, polished extroverts, or people with endless free time. But what if I told you that you could make a meaningful impact in your community without […]
If you’ve ever hovered over the “Buy Now” button with a pit in your stomach and a credit card in hand, this episode is for you. In this episode, I sat down with my personal financial advisor, Michelle Taylor who founded Women in Wealth, to talk about the messy, emotional side of business spending. From […]
