Build Your Own Fairytale

Mar 06 2025 120 ep. 34 mins 9

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If life feels like it's not the "happily ever after" you were expecting, you've come to the right place!
Around here, you'll hear from women who have paved their own way, outside traditional 9-5s. Together, we'll learn from their journeys and insights so that we can take steps toward building our own fairytales.

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Beyond the Pool Deck: Erica Beine's Journey from D1 Coach to Wellness Entrepreneur

Mar 06 2025 33 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Whether coaching from the pool deck or guiding athletes through nutrition, Erica Beine’s philosophy remains the same—just keep swimming. After 13 years in collegiate swim coaching, Erica became the youngest Division I Head Coach in the country. But she soon realized her true calling lay beyond the pool, driven by a desire fo

Why You NEED a Content Calendar 🗓️ & How to Make One - FREE! (Solo Episode)

Feb 20 2025 18 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show What is a content calendar and why should you create & maintain one for your biz? This episode will answer both of these questions! AND I’ll guide you through how to create your own content calendar for FREE using Asana. Tune in to learn how a content calendar can be a game-changer for your business strategy. If you’re m

Solo Travel & Solopreneurship: How Kristine Thomason Found Fulfillment as a Freelance Writer

Feb 06 2025 36 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Kristine Thomason shares her fascinating journey as a lifestyle writer and editor at major publications such as Women's Health and mindbodygreen, to becoming a thriving freelance writer, editor, and consultant. Kristine candidly discusses the pivotal moment of being laid off that ultimately led her to take the leap and embrace t

3 Ways to Simplify Your Business (Solo Episode)

Jan 23 2025 14 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show This is the first episode where I’m starting to share content more closely aligned with my business; helping creatives simplify their business! In it, we start with three basic concepts to help simplify: TemplatesBatching & time-blockingColor-coding (my fav!)Use the link above to send feedback via text message! Ready for s

Maddy Fero’s Fast Story from NASCAR to Biz Owner

Jan 09 2025 40 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Maddy Fero shares her inspiring journey from a broadcast journalism background to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Today Maddy is the founder of Little Rad Things, a children's clothing brand committed to sustainability and American-made products. We dive deep into the challenges and rewards of balancing a growing business wi

Year-End Wrap-Up: 2024 Edition

Dec 26 2024 16 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show As we prepare to close out the year, this episode is the perfect opportunity to get a feel for what this podcast is all about and reflect on some of the simple, yet life-changing wisdom guests have shared on how to navigate the intricacies of both business and life. 🎙️✨ Episodes referenced: Ep #100 Celebrating 100 Episode

Sketching Success: Chari Pere's Journey in Cartooning and Storytelling

Dec 12 2024 28 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Chari Pere shares her inspiring journey from a childhood passion for drawing to a career in cartooning and storytelling. She discusses her path from private art lessons to earning a degree in cartooning from the School of Visual Arts. Chari’s career includes working with agency on notable accounts, like Red Bull, freelancing,

From Pre-Law to Branding Guru with Jaci Russo

Nov 28 2024 47 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Jaci Russo, PCM, shares her journey from aspiring lawyer to branding expert, navigating unexpected opportunities in entertainment and marketing industries. Hear about her start with a creative agency, pioneering early internet marketing for movies, to ultimately founding her own successful ad agency. Delve into her strategies fo

Rising Above Adversity: Michelle Kuei's Resilience

Nov 14 2024 41 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Michelle Kuei, a resilient and inspiring woman, shares her journey from a life-altering car accident at age 11 to becoming a successful pharmacist, life coach, and entrepreneur. In this episode, Michelle discusses: Overcoming adversity and finding strength in challenging timesThe power of mindset and the importance of self-belie

From Classroom to Boardroom; Dr. Laura Sicola on Communication and Influence Strategies

Oct 31 2024 37 mins

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the show Dr. Laura Sicola shares her story from college professor to leadership communication and influence expert. And because Laura is an expert in communication and influence, this episode is also packed with strategies and advice on branding, crafting a compelling elevator pitch, knowing when to outsource, and overcoming self-imposed