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In this episode, Steph sits down with Stephanie AndresenStevens as she shares her journey of self-healing and how it led her to start her own small business, Brilliant Bodywork. She emphasizes the importance of embracing scars and battle wounds, both physical and emotional, and learning how to heal and live with them. Stephanie also talks about the joy of small business ownership, the creativity it allows, and the ability to prioritize people over profit. Stephanie and her husband, Adam, work together in the business and she talks about how they prioritize their relationship. She also co-founded Restorative Inc., an organization that provides tattoo removal services to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Stephanie graduated from The Salon Professional Academy in Onalaska, WI, and has a Bachelor of Science in Business from St. Mary’s University, an Associate Degree from Minnesota State College Southeast Technical, advanced training in chemical peels and microdermabrasion at the Basali’ Institute and is also certified in Laser Therapies through the National Laser Institute. She is also the region’s ONLY Certified Medical Oncology Aesthetician and has reached the level of Reiki Master Teacher! Stephanie has been published in multiple publications for not only her work in the spa industry but her work in Restorative Ink as well. Restorative Ink is a nonprofit organization that offers survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking free removal of branding tattoos that were forcibly placed on their bodies to show ownership. Stephanie has been awarded with over 30 international awards, has been a recipient of the Jefferson award, and has also received the title of Esthetician of the Year two years in a row.

To connect with Stephanie and follow her businesses, head to https://restorativeink.com and www.BrilliantBodywork.com or on Instagram @brilliantbodywork and @restorative_ink . Key Takeaways

Embrace scars and battle wounds, both physical and emotional, and learn how to heal and live with them.
Pivoting and adapting during challenging times is crucial for small businesses.
Small business ownership allows for creativity, prioritizing people over profit, and making a positive impact in the community.
Working with a spouse in a small business requires clear roles, effective communication, and leaving work at work.
Continuing to prioritize your relationship and making time for fun and date nights is important for a healthy work-life balance.
How to take pride of the ability to ask for help and cope with challenges

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In this episode, Steph sits down with Ellyn Halley as she shares her journey from biomedical engineering to chiropractic and doula work, with a focus on women's health and pelvic health. Ellyn's approach combines conventional and alternative healthcare practices, and she encourages women to trust their intuition and advocate for themselves. In this conversation, Ellyn and Steph discuss the importance of exercise and nutrition during pregnancy.. Ellyn shares her experience as a business owner in the health and wellness industry and the challenges she has faced. They also discuss the future of the industry and the need for change in the healthcare system. Ellyn shares her dreams for her business and her desire to empower women in their healthcare choices.

Ellyn has been in the strength and conditioning world as a coach for over 10 years. She received her bachelors of science in exercise and sport science as well as a minor in nutrition from UW-La Crosse. She went on to receive her doctorate in chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University. She has completed extensive continuing education in women’s and pelvic health, as well as nutrition. In addition to chiropractic care and coaching, she is a birth doula and provides local + virtual birth support services. She focuses on the whole person, and loves being able to blend her skill set through her business – Doc Halley Solutions. When she is not busy improving women’s health, she loves lifting weights, trail running, gluten free baking, and adventuring with her life partner, Jack, and golden retriever, Lucy.You can connect with Ellyn and her business, Doc Halley Solutions, by heading to www.dochalleysolutions.com or follow her @ellynhalley.dc on Instagram.

Key Takeaways:

-The importance of providing options and education to pregnant women

-Combining conventional and alternative healthcare practices

-Trusting intuition and advocating for oneself

The importance of how balanced meals, including protein, veggies, carbs, and fats, are essential for optimal nutrition during pregnancy.

-How the health and wellness industry is shifting towards more non-traditional and individualized approaches to healthcare.

-The need for change in the healthcare system to prioritize outcomes and patient-centered care.

-Empowering women in their healthcare choices and supporting them in their journey is a driving force for many healthcare providers.

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In this week's solo episode, Steph discusses the importance of building a system of support in all areas of life, including business, personal life, and motherhood. She emphasizes the concept of 'who, not how' and the shift from a cost mentality to an investment mentality. Stephanie shares her own experiences and provides actionable steps for implementing and integrating support. She also addresses resistance, surrender, and the mindset of receiving support. Steph shares 4 different types of support you can call on as well as a powerful exercise she is using to build her own systems of support for both her businesses, personal life and as she prepares for her maternity leave. You'll gain great practical examples of how to apply this strategy to all areas of your life! Looking to join the very first LIVE Podcast experience? Join Steph for the Soul Driven Sisters LIVE Podcast Social on Thursday, June 13th from 5:30-7:30 pm held at Practically Posh in Onalaska! Be part of the live audience experience to ask questions and get to know other soul driven women. Whether you’re a podcast listener, small business owner, or anyone that wants to be part of this experience--all are welcome! Use code: PODCAST to get $10 off your ticket!Purchase Your Ticket: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152Key Takeaways: -Building a system of support is essential for success in business, personal life, and motherhood.-Shifting from a 'how' mentality to a 'who' mentality allows for collaboration and reduces overwhelm and anxiety.-Resistance to change and the cost versus investment mindset can hinder the implementation of support.-4 Different types of support to build in your life, career, or business.-Surrendering control and being open to receiving support are crucial for growth and success.-Implementing one form of support as soon as possible is a key action step from this episode.

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In this episode, Steph sits down with her new friend and fellow entrepreneur, Gina Keeping. Gina is a passionate business and mindset mentor who has walked a unique path defying societal norms along the way. After experiencing her “silver lining moment” – despite debilitating situational depression, anxiety and extreme burnout – she broke free from the conventional and safe path of her teaching career and decided to create a life and business on her own terms. Since then, her powerful voice and kind heart is giving people permission to break through self-doubt, limiting beliefs, and societal expectations and create a life that is truly extraordinary.

Gina emphasizes the importance of focusing on impact rather than vanity metrics like likes and followers. She encourages entrepreneurs to create a win list and celebrate their successes. Gina highlights the need to reprogram ourselves to look for the things that are going well in our business and to define success based on our own values. She also discusses the balance between working hard and taking intentional rest, and the importance of pushing our comfort zones while enjoying life.

Certified as a Strategic Intervention Life Coach with the prestigious Robbins-Madanes Training, and trainings in DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), and a 15-year teaching career, her coaching and leadership is unparalleled. You are going to love this conversation with Gina, a true trail blazer-- illuminating the path for others to burn the rule book and write the rules of their own lives.

Follow Gina on her journey at @gina_keeping on Instagram or learn more about her offerings at www.ginakeeping.ca.

Key Takeaways:

Grow your business from the inside out by doing the inner work and changing your internal stories.
Community and collaboration are essential for personal and business growth.
Separate your personal and business identities to avoid tying your self-worth to your business's success.
Master your inner world and emotional regulation to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship.
Social media likes and followers do not determine the success or profitability of your business. Focus on impact rather than vanity metrics like likes and followers.
Create a win list and celebrate your successes.
Reprogram yourself to look for the things that are going well in your business.
Define success based on your own values and what is important to you.
Find a balance between working hard and taking intentional rest.
Push your comfort zones while enjoying life.
Live fully and without regrets.

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In this episode, Steph interviews Asia Jacobs, owner of Small Town Beauty by Asia. At Small Town Beauty, Asia's mission is to create products that "feel like home." She discusses the inspiration behind starting her own lip gloss line and the process of formulating her own products. Asia also emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration in her business and shares her plans for expanding her product line. Asia's faith and resilience drive her soul and give her the motivation to keep going.

With the slogan "Beauty that feels like home," Asia wants you to experience the comfort that comes from being with the people you love when using my products. Her products are hand made and hand selected. Feel confident and welcomed, knowing you always belong at Small Town Beauty. As a small business, Asia prioritizes building strong connections with her customers while delivering top-quality products.

Follow her journey:

Instagram: @smalltownbeautybyasia TIKTOK: @smalltownbeautybyasia Facebook: Small Town Beauty by Asia

Key Takeaways:

Entrepreneurship can start at a young age and be influenced by family and personal interests.
Failure is a valuable learning experience and can lead to personal growth.
Finding inspiration and purpose in your business can bring joy and fulfillment.
Being part of a supportive community and collaborating with others can lead to new opportunities and growth.
Setting boundaries and overcoming imposter syndrome are important for personal and professional development.
Having faith and a higher purpose can provide peace and motivation in the entrepreneurial journey.

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In today's episode, Steph interviews her new friend and fellow soul inspired entrepreneur Maddison Koper, a holistic lawyer with an unstoppable drive to make the world a more peaceful place. Maddison defines balanced entrepreneurship. She is the founder of Sunshine Law Firm providing legal solutions with a brighter perspective; Life Coach Lawyer: creating balanced solutions, of all kinds, embodying her role as an advisor and counselor; AND MaddHippie: a conscious merch line for groovy souls. Maddison teaches Pilates and breath work, is the queen of networking and doesn't go anywhere without making a new friend. Her mission in life is to shine bright, stay balanced, and help people make their dreams, their reality.

In today's episode, Maddison discusses her decision to start her own firm and the inspiration behind the name Sunshine Law Firm and emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and creating a balanced life as an entrepreneur.

Listen up small business owners as Maddison offers legal advice for small business owners, including the need for service contracts, liability waivers, and partnership agreements. She encourages business owners to be proactive and shows them the importance of having a clear understanding of legal requirements. Maddison's soul is driven by the opportunity to help others make their dreams come true and the freedom to live life on her own terms. You are going to love this episode!

You can connect with Maddison and her businesses, Sunshine Law Firm - Life Coach Lawyer - Maddhippie by heading to https://lifecoachlawyer.net/ or follow her @sunshinelawfirm @life.coach.lawyer on Instagram.

Key Takeaways:

-Building a personal brand separate from your business allows for more freedom and flexibility as an entrepreneur.

-Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining a balanced life as a business owner.

-Service contracts, liability waivers, and partnership agreements are important legal documents for small business owners.

-Creating a community and building relationships with like-minded individuals is essential for personal and professional growth.

-Being proactive and understanding legal requirements is important

-Having the freedom to live life on your own terms is a gift

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In this episode, Steph interviews Kristy Honaker, the founder of Hana Goods. Hona Goods was born as a way to connect people with the natural world and facilities various courses across the Driftless Region related to self sufficiency, baking, and growing food.Kristy shares her journey into entrepreneurship and her passion for gardening. She discusses the benefits of different herbs and the healing power of plants. Kristy also talks about her workshops and kitchen garden consultations, where she teaches people how to grow their own food and herbs. In today's episode, Steph and Kristy discuss the importance of connecting with nature, slowing down, and appreciating the process of growing and harvesting your own food. If you're looking to get back to your roots and start growing your own food to nourish you and your family more deeply--you'll love this conversation!

To learn more about Kristy & Hona Goods, head to https://honagoodsllc.square.site or follow @hona_goods on Instagram and Facebook.

Key Takeaways:

-Gardening allows you to connect with nature, slow down, and appreciate the process of growing and harvesting your own food.

-Growing your own herbs and vegetables provides a deeper level of nourishment and satisfaction compared to store-bought produce.

-Workshops and consultations can help beginners get started with gardening and learn how to grow and preserve their own herbs and vegetables.

-Pivoting and experimenting with different aspects of your business can lead to new opportunities and greater fulfillment.

-Teaching others and sharing your knowledge can have a lasting impact and create a sense of community.

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In today's episode, Steph discusses the topic of time and how to expand it through your schedule to clearing physical and energetic space. Steph argues that it's not more money we are after, it's actual time wealth, which is a finite resource.

Steph shares her personal experiences and tips for creating a schedule that works, including designated days and power hours. She also explores the concept of creating space, both physically and mentally, by decluttering and letting go of things that no longer serve us. You'll also walk away with an exercise to help simplify your life and prioritize tasks as well as find support from others.

Key Takeaways:

Scheduling and being strategic with time is crucial for expanding it
Time wealth is more valuable than monetary wealth
Designated days and power hours can help prioritize tasks and increase productivity
Creating physical and mental space by decluttering and letting go of things that no longer serve us
Finding support from others can help lighten the load and free up time
Activity to simplify your life and/or business

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Today's podcast episode is a special treat with my friend, Melanie Gibbs interviewing me for her podcast, 10 Minute Management! In this soul driven episode, not only do I share my story from owning a fitness and yoga studio to transitioning into real estate and launching Small Business Sister Circle, but you get a deep dive into my why behind it all and the challenges I had to overcome to build a lifestyle I am now in love with.

I go deep into my journey into entrepreneurship, some of the lessons I had to learn the hard way as a young entrepreneur and how I ultimately pivoted from my first business to become more aligned with my values of building profitable, sustainable, scalable, and most importantly—soul driven—businesses. If you're just finding this podcast, this is a great introduction to who I am behind the mic.

If you enjoy this episode with Melanie, be sure to share it with your friends and checkout Melanie's podcast, 10 Minute Management for more great interview: https://open.spotify.com/show/648XXUNV3pJa1UCrtCWgcJ?si=ace411918ab94641

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In today's episode, Steph has the opportunity to sit down with her friend and fellow small business sister, Emily Branson. There's nothing Emily loves more than seeing people kick back, relax, and regain their confidence and she helps her clients achieve that through her photography business and decluttering business. With a heart full of passion for serving others, especially fellow women, she has made it her mission to sprinkle a little joy wherever she goes.

Emily shares her journey of starting her first business, Emily Jean Photography, and eventually leaving her corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship full-time. Steph and Emily also discuss her new business, Simply Decluttered Home, and the importance of decluttering and organizing our living spaces. In this conversation, Stephanie and Emily discuss the importance of decluttering when selling a home and the benefits of having a less cluttered living space.

They also talk about the balance between their two businesses and how they fulfill different aspects of their lives. Emily shares her joy in helping people and the freedom she has as a business owner. Emily emphasizes the impact she makes on others' lives and the fulfillment she finds in her work. They also touch on the role of faith in finding contentment and the importance of self-worth independent of productivity. Friends, you are going to LOVE this episode as it touches on so many different areas of life and gives many practical tips and strategies on how to declutter to find freedom!

To learn more about Emily and follow her journey, head to www.emilyjeanphoto.com & simplydecluttered.org/ and follow @emilyjeanphotog @simply.decluttered.home on Instagram.

Key Takeaways:

Decluttering and organizing our living spaces can have a profound impact on our well-being, productivity, and overall enjoyment of our homes.
Having a less cluttered living space can bring a sense of peace, fulfillment, and functionality
How to get started with decluttering your life
Balancing multiple businesses and how different businesses can fulfill different aspects of one's life.
Having faith and trusting in a higher power can bring a sense of peace, contentment, and freedom.
Separating self worth from productivity.

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In today's episode Steph has a big secret to reveal... Hit PLAY right away and hear for yourself or scroll down if you want to ruin the surprise! ;)

In today's episode, Stephanie announces her pregnancy and shares her journey and experiences so far! She discusses the timing of starting a family, the challenges of keeping the pregnancy a secret, and the physical and emotional changes she's been going through. Stephanie talks about the importance of surrendering and slowing down during this season and shares her excitement for the future, including planning her maternity leave and raising a child in the next generation.

Key Takeaways:

The timing of starting a family is different for everyone, and it's important to trust your own journey and make decisions based on your own circumstances.
Keeping a pregnancy a secret can be challenging, especially for someone who is used to being open and authentic.
Pregnancy brings physical and emotional changes, and it's important to listen to your body, slow down, and give yourself grace and self-compassion.
Planning for maternity leave as a small business owner is crucial, and it's important to create a sustainable plan that allows you to step away from your business while still maintaining its growth and profitability.
Raising a child in the next generation is an opportunity to instill important values and qualities and make a positive impact on the world.

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Today's podcast episode is a special treat as Steph shares her introduction talk from Sister Circle Summit 2024 all about Evolving & Expanding. The theme of the summit is evolution and transformation, symbolized by the metaphor of a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis. Shedding the old identity and expanding one's possibilities are key in the evolution process. Once the evolution has been undergone, how will you expand into your next chapter? Enjoy this episode with Steph to tune into your own evolution and expansion!

Personal growth starts with storing experiences and lessons learned.
Transformation can be forced or desired, but it requires letting go of the old identity.
Rest and restoration are essential for sustainable growth.
Measuring success based on progress and growth is more fulfilling than focusing on the gap.
Expanding possibilities and seeking collaboration can lead to greater achievements.

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In today's podcast episode, Steph has the pleasure of interviewing her friend, Shari Mitteco, a health and wellness expert. Shari shares her origin story, starting with her transition from the biopharmaceutical industry to entrepreneurship in the health and wellness realm. Steph and Shari share a lot of commonalities as Shari discusses her experience running a fitness studio and her involvement in growing the Women, Wine, and Wellness community. Shari also talks about her journey to Naturally Unbridled Wellness and the importance of managing stress for overall health. In today's episode, Shari provides strategies for counteracting stress and offers three steps to improve holistic lifestyle. If you are a lover of all things wellness and empowering women through community, you will love this episode!
Key Takeaways:

Transitioning from a stressful corporate job to entrepreneurship in the health and wellness industry can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Building a supportive community and surrounding oneself with positive, growth-minded individuals is crucial for personal and professional development.
Managing stress is essential for overall health, and implementing strategies such as proper nutrition, regular exercise, and setting boundaries can help counteract stress.
Taking small steps towards a holistic lifestyle, such as improving the quality of food, incorporating movement into daily routines, and prioritizing meaningful connections, can lead to long-term health and well-being.

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In today's podcast episode, Steph discusses the importance of intentional networking and building connections in any sort of event or networking experience you are part of. Steph introduces the concept of 'Who, Not How,' which encourages seeking help from others instead of trying to do everything ourselves as well as explores different types of connections and various types of collaborations you can search for. She emphasizes the importance of reciprocity, setting goals, being genuinely interested in others, and how the fortune is in the follow up! Finally, Steph encourages listeners to approach networking with intentionality and a focus on building deeper relationships and connections. If you're heading into any conference or event experience, like Sister Circle Summit 2024, this podcast is perfect for you to walk away with the most out of it!

If you haven't purchased your tickets yet for Sister Circle Summit 2024 head over to the link below to get your ticket today for Friday, March 22nd!

https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

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In today's solo episode, Steph she discusses the importance of building your resiliency muscles and embracing your challenges, losses, & "failure's". Steph emphasizes the need to challenge yourself and push beyond your comfort zone in order to grow and learn. She encourages listeners to not be afraid of failure and to use it as a learning opportunity and motivation for improvement. In this episode, Steph shares personal experiences of public failure and business setbacks, highlighting the lessons learned and the importance of building your resiliency muscle, just like you build your muscles in the gym. This episode is just the kick you need to start your week with a BANG!

Enjoy and as always, be sure to hit that subscribe button and share with a friend that needs to hear this message!

Key Takeaways:

Building resiliency is essential for personal growth and success.
Challenging oneself and pushing beyond the comfort zone is necessary for learning and development.
Failure should be embraced as a learning opportunity and used as motivation for improvement.
Finding joy in the journey and embracing the challenges that come with pursuing goals is key to long-term success.

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In today’s episode, Steph has the pleasure of interviewing Eugenia Oganova, Business Strategist and Marketing Energetics Coach who helps women scale their businesses to six or seven figures. Eugenia shares her unique origin story, being born clairvoyant and conscious, and how she started her business at a young age. She emphasizes the importance of uncovering your soul design and aligning your business with it, rather than searching for a purpose outside of yourself.

In this episode, Eugenia shares her own challenges of burnout over the years and how it forced her to restructure her business to create a more sustainable and scalable model. Ultimately, Eugenia believes that aligning your business with your soul design leads to profitability and success and shares her methodology for helping business owners discover their soul design and profit potential. This is a very soul driven conversation for the spiritual small business owner or just anyone looking to live their life by their soul design aligned with their highest purpose.

If you want to learn more about Eugenia, be sure to click the link below to connect with her further and order her brand NEW book that just released, 'Wealth by Soul Design,' which provides a roadmap for leveraging one's unique soul design.

Connect with Eugenia: https://eugeniaoganova.com/home

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Key Takeaways:

Uncover your soul design by listening to your body, desires, and deeper why.
Lean into your gifts and have the courage to be true to yourself, even if it means standing out or facing criticism.
Overcome burnout by aligning your business with your soul design and creating a sustainable and scalable model.
Build your business in a way that honors your strengths and preferences, whether that involves working with a team or utilizing automation. Find your natural way of marketing and building your business, honoring your own design.
Discover your soul design and profit potential to unlock your unique expertise.
Upgrade your mindset and energy to align with your desired level of success.
Focus on creative expression and impacting others to find joy and fulfillment in your work.

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In today’s episode, Steph has the pleasure of interviewing her friend and fellow entrepreneur and coach, Melanie Gibbs, a dance studio owner and leader in the dance studio community. A 30-year educator, Melanie Gibbs leads four companies including two successful South Florida dance studios. Melanie and Stephanie met through the coaching company, More Than Just Great Dancing® that they are both Certified Coaches for.

In this episode, Melanie enjoys sharing her passion for helping other small business owners pour back into themselves to grow as the owner, manager, and leader of your business. They go deep into the trenches of work-life harmony and the power of choice in managing time in order to actually spend time with family and loved ones in addition to scaling a business. In this conversation, Melanie and Steph discuss the power of connection and collaboration in business. They emphasize the importance of building relationships and expanding networks, even with competitors, as everyone faces similar challenges. They highlight the value of being uncomfortable and putting oneself in new rooms with people who intimidate and inspire, as it leads to personal and professional growth. Additionally, they discuss the shift from the mindset of wealth to prosperity, where prosperity encompasses more than just financial success. Melanie is a true light for all that are lucky enough to connect with her and we know you’ll enjoy this episode filled with aha moments & inspiration to find joy along your own journey!

If you’d like to connect with Melanie further, stay tuned for her podcast coming soon!...

Key Takeaways:

Overcoming limiting beliefs and imposter syndrome is crucial for personal and professional growth.
Finding a community of like-minded individuals can provide support and inspiration.
Balancing work and personal life requires setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care.
Continued learning and seeking knowledge outside of one's industry can lead to new insights and growth.
Being uncomfortable and putting oneself in new rooms with inspiring individuals can foster personal and professional growth.
Shifting the focus from wealth to prosperity allows for a broader definition of success, encompassing various aspects of life.

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Today’s podcast episode is packed with tangible marketing tips and strategies for small business owners as Steph interviews three Sister Circle Members and Sister Circle Summit Speakers who are experts in different areas of marketing. Sarah Koblitz shares her journey into small business ownership and offers three tips to save time with social media and email marketing. Michelle Malone discusses her journey into Collective Marketing and provides three tips to optimize your website and SEO. Sarah Egbert talks about her journey into social media management and gives three tips for creating video content for social media. This episode is jam packed with goodness from these women who are passionate about helping small business owners stand out with their marketing!

If you want to learn more from these ladies and go deeper, be sure to join us for our Sister Circle Summit 2024 on Friday, March 22nd where Sarah, Michelle, and Sarah will be leading our Mini-Marketing Breakout sessions!

To get your tickets, head to https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152. Spots are filling fast!

Be sure to follow these guests on social media at:

@collectivemarketinglax

@social_by_sarah

@sarahegbert13

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In this episode, Steph interviews Sonia Saunders, the founder of the Mujeron Movement community. Sonia shares her origin story, starting from her dream of becoming a TV reporter to participating in a reality TV show and facing challenges related to body image and self-worth. She discusses the importance of building a personal brand and sharing your story, as well as the power of community and the impact it can have on personal and professional growth. Sonia also talks about the annual event she created and her plans for the future. Overall, the conversation highlights the themes of resilience, personal growth, and the importance of showing up as your best self.

If you enjoy listening to Sonia and want to learn more, we invite you to join us for our upcoming Sister Circle Summit on Friday, March 22nd held in Onalaska, WI. Sonia will be our Keynote Speaker for the afternoon CEO Series VIP ticket speaking all about building your personal brand through clarity, content, and connection!

To get your tickets, head to https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152 Spots are filling fast!

To connect with Sonia further, follow her on social @thesoniaalejandra or head to https://mujeronmovement.mykajabi.com/mujeronuniversity

Key Takeaways:

Building a personal brand involves sharing your story and being authentic.
Community and connections are essential for personal and professional growth.
Resilience and celebrating every step are key to achieving your goals.
Showing up as your best self and keeping promises to yourself are important for personal and professional success.

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In light of focusing on self love this month, enjoy this free meditation with Steph to connect back to yourself and follow what drives your soul!

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In this episode, Steph sits down with Andrea Hanson as she shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming an entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of trusting intuition and rallying support from partners. Andrea emphasizes the need to start small and take baby steps when starting a business while working full-time, highlighting the significance of personal growth and investing in oneself. She finds joy in serving others and being creative in her entrepreneurial endeavors. Andrea talks about following nudges and trusting the process, and how it has led her to live authentically. She shares that inspiring others to be brave and authentic is what drives her soul.

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Join Steph for today's solo episode all about the POWER of building your personal brand! This is a LlVE recording from a recent InnoVision Webcast that Steph hosted at the beginning of this year in collaboration with five other female speakers. Steph is so passionate about the topic of helping small business owners build their personal brand from her own experience of leaning into her personal brand to allow her to pivot in the past year!

In this LIVE-recording, Steph shares her own personal story and how powerful it is to share your story to invite others into your journey along the way. She also teaches you how to combine your past skills and experiences with your future self to cultivate what your personal brand is all about! Steph shares how one of the biggest destroyers to capitalizing on your personal brand is now allowing yourself to be seen and why it's so important to be consistent and just SHOW UP! Last, but definitely not least, she talks about the power of your relationships and tapping into your community to help you make the connections you are looking for in order to uplevel your success!

This episode is jam packed with golden nuggets, lots of tangible takeaways, and inspiration! If you're someone listening interested in building your personal brand, we invite you to join Steph to dive into this topic deeper at the upcoming Small Business Sister Circle Summit on Friday, March 22nd held in La Crosse Wisconsin for the VIP CEO Series all about building your personal brand!

Click the link to learn more about tickets and share with a friend to come join you for the event! We cannot wait to continue to take our business vision to new heights in the New Year!

https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it out! And until next time, keep on following what drives your soul.

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In this episode, Steph sits down with Hilary Hoff, a financial advisor and entrepreneur, about her journey to becoming a financial advisor and her passion for helping women build wealth. They discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the importance of developing a positive money mindset, and the upcoming event they are co-hosting on women building wealth. Hilary shares her advice for women who are afraid of not having enough time for their business or family and highlights the importance of diversification and taking action to improve one's financial situation.

Interested in attending the upcoming event Women, Wealth, & Wisdom that Steph and Hilary are co-hosting on Thursday, February 15th? Head to the link below to learn more and save your spot: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

Connect further with Hilary at https://www.northwesternmutual.com/ or follow Hilary on Facebook at Hilary Hoff - Northwestern Mutual

Key Takeaways:

Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship can be challenging, but it is possible to have a successful career and spend quality time with family.
Developing a positive money mindset is crucial for financial success. Educating oneself and seeking professional advice can help alleviate anxiety and empower individuals to make informed financial decisions.
Diversification is key to building wealth. Investing in different areas, such as real estate, retirement plans, and business growth, can help mitigate risks and maximize returns.
Delegating tasks and seeking support from professionals, such as accountants and attorneys, can free up time and energy for business owners to focus on their core competencies.
Building a community of like-minded individuals and attending events focused on women building wealth can provide valuable insights, connections, and support.

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In this special episode, Steph has the honor of interviewing her friend and business mentor, Misty Lown. Misty Lown is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, and business educator that seeks to create a positive impact wherever she goes!

In their conversation, Misty shares her origin story and how she built her dance studio 26 years ago, Misty's Dance Unlimited and the challenges over the many years of entrepreneurship . Misty also talks about her decision to launch More Than Just Great Dancing and the impact it has had on hundreds of thousands of dance studio owners across the globe. Stephanie and Misty also talk about how to approach multiple passions and revenue streams, the importance of mentorship, and how to be a lifelong learner.

Enjoy this episode between Steph and Misty as they share the challenges of small business ownership, scaling, & continuing to seek mentorship, & growth along their journey! If you want to connect with Misty further or learn more about her, head to https://mistylown.com.

Key Takeaways:

Building a successful business starts with an origin story and overcoming challenges.
Delegating tasks and bringing in support is essential for growth and work-life balance.
Launching additional ventures can provide new opportunities and reduce concentration risk.
Finding the right mentor and being open to learning is crucial for personal and professional growth.
Embracing change and letting go of control are necessary for continued success.
Finding joy in making a positive impact on others is a rewarding aspect of entrepreneurship. Being rooted and resilient is essential in overcoming challenges.
Making a difference and having a tangible impact can provide energy and satisfaction.
Retirement can be a time for reflection and looking back on contributions.
Letters and cards can serve as a reminder of the positive impact one has had on others.
Following what drives your soul is important in finding fulfillment.

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In this episode, Steph interviews Brent Wilkerson, a mortgage industry professional, about his experience and insights. They discuss the shifts in the real estate market, the impact of COVID-19 on the mortgage industry, and the importance of financial planning for move-up buyers. Brent shares his predictions for the new year and emphasizes the need for preparation and education when it comes to buying a home. He also discusses his personal goals and what drives his soul. This conversation with Steph and Brent highlights the importance of being intentional and proactive in the real estate industry.

If you’re curious about buying or selling in 2024, join Steph, Cathryn, and other real estate experts for a free event on January 18th, 2024 to Build Your Blueprint! We cannot stress the importance of being intentional and proactive with your plan to buy or sell in the New Year and we’d love to have you join us for this educational event.

Head over to https://www.stephanieleaross.com/?page_id=307 to register and save your spot today. Please share this information and episode with someone you know who would find this helpful!

Key Takeaways:

The real estate market has experienced shifts due to factors such as COVID-19 and interest rates.
Buyer demand remains strong, but inventory is tight.
Financial planning and debt management are crucial for move-up buyers.
Preparing early and being proactive is essential for those looking to buy in the future.
Gratitude, mindset, and enjoying the journey are key drivers for success in both personal and professional life.

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In this episode, Steph and her sister, Cathryn Howland, deliver their annual real estate market update! Whether you are part of the industry or interested in buying or selling, we know you’ll find this episode interesting as they deliver a recap of 2023 and predictions for 2024. These sisters highlight the importance of studying past trends to predict the future and provide insights into interest rates and buying strategies for the new year. Steph and Cathryn also discuss the changing demographics of homebuyers, including millennials and baby boomers, the top 10 reasons why people will make a move in 2024, and how to best prepare a plan to achieve your real estate goals moving forward. Enjoy this candid conversation between two realtors passionate about educating & empowering you to make the best decisions about your largest asset and biggest investment--your home!

Head over to https://www.stephanieleaross.com/?page_id=307 to register and save your spot today. Please share this information and episode with someone you know who would find this helpful!

Key Takeaways:

Studying past trends can help predict the future of the real estate market
Interest rates have fluctuated over the years, but are currently low compared to historical averages
Millennials are a driving force in the housing market, with many looking to buy their first homes
Baby boomers are downsizing and using their equity to help their children or grandchildren with down payments
Top 10 reasons to move in 2024
Build Your Blueprint workshop providing valuable information and resources for those looking to buy or sell real estate in the New Year

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In this episode, Steph interviews her friend and fellow entrepreneur Brittany Todd, about her journey through small business ownership. Brittany and Steph share their own experiences of challenges, such as making hard decisions to close a business and lessons they learned and how to move forward. Brittany also previews her upcoming session on small business strategies, where she will discuss how to take risks without risking success.

In this conversation, Brittany Todd shares insights and experiences from her entrepreneurial journey. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks and trying new things in business. Brittany discusses the success of apparel sales and the power of word-of-mouth marketing. She highlights the value of gathering feedback and meeting customer needs. Brittany also talks about the importance of research, strategy, and understanding cost of goods. She shares her experience in building community and relationships and expanding business offerings. Brittany explains the purpose of the Reset Conference and the significance of prioritizing personal growth and well-being. She also discusses the benefits of running and being in nature and the importance of appreciating the present moment.

If you'd like to learn more from Brittany, join us for our InnoVision Webcast: Strategies for Small Business Owners on Thursday, January 4th or follow her @brittanytoddofficial on Instagram.

Get your InnoVision tickets here: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

Episode Takeaways:

Starting a business requires perseverance and the ability to adapt to challenges.
Closing a business can be emotionally challenging, but it can also lead to new opportunities.
Taking risks in business is necessary for growth, but it's important to assess the potential impact and have a plan in place.
Building relationships and providing excellent customer service are key to the success of a small business. Taking risks and trying new things can lead to success in business.
Word-of-mouth marketing can be a powerful tool for business growth.
Gathering feedback and meeting customer needs is essential for business success.
Research, strategy, and understanding cost of goods are important for pricing and profitability.
Building community and relationships is crucial for business growth.
Expanding business offerings can lead to new opportunities and revenue streams.

Personal growth and well-being should be prioritized in entrepreneurship

Spending time in nature and appreciating the present moment can bring clarity and inspiration.

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Today’s episode is an important conversation for women, especially as entrepreneurs! Steph and newfound friend & business strategist, Haley Westfall, talk all about being intentional about connecting and how and why you should create an engaged community in your business!

Haley Westfall is a former 20 year corporate leader turned 2x founder and community building mentor. Born and raised in Arizona, Haley is a wife, self proclaimed queen of her tiny girl gang (3 daughters; 10, 7 and 4) and lover of humans and espresso. With a Masters degree in Leadership, leading teams of 5 to 500, an extensive strategic and operational background and an insane passion for connecting with people - Haley now helps fellow founders design, grow and sustain magnetic AF communities as an extension of their business or brand. Additionally, she is the Co-Founder of an Arizona based membership community for female entrepreneurs and professionals called Collab Culture.

Steph and Haley share experiences of why getting outside your comfort zone and getting in rooms AND creating rooms for others to connect has been one of the best decisions they ever made personally and professionally. Haley shares gold advice on everything from boundaries, to implementing feedback, to getting aligned with your purpose & passion to fuel you. You will enjoy this candid conversation between two women obsessed with cultivating deeper relationships with other women as well as creating spaces for women in business to connect with each other. If you want to learn more from Haley, join us for our InnoVision Webcast: Strategies for Small Business Owners on Thursday, January 4th or follow her @thehaleywesfall on Instagram.

Get your InnoVision tickets here: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

https://www.instagram.com/thehaleywestfall/

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In today's solo episode, Steph takes you through a her Year End Review for small business owners to reflect on the past year in order to plan for the year to come! Steph fuses both the logical, analytical with the intuitive and spiritual to create an all encompassing reflection. She shares how reflecting in this way at the end of each year has helped her not only plan and prepare for the future, but also how tracking success metrics throughout the year have helped her come to make quick decisions that were both logically and emotionally grounded. After the reflection of the past year, Steph takes you through planning for the New Year by choosing your ONE word or core desired feeling for the coming year as well as what you want to focus on putting more energy into and what you want to eliminate.

Block off a few hours, download the Year End Review Workbook, & walk through the podcast with Steph to get intentional about the year ahead! We hope you find this episode helpful as we close out another year of business and look ahead with excitement for all to come!

Downlaod the workbook:

If you're interested in joining us for a getaway day like Steph mentioned, be sure to save your spot for out LAST Mastermind Circle on Wednesday, December 27th in Lansing Iowa to gain clarity on your New Year Goals and work on fine tuning your systems and processes! Or, if you want to register for the upcoming InnoVision Webcast on January 4th, you can sign up for both by saving your spot at: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

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Today is a fun episode of "Ask Steph Anything"! To celebrate her 31st birthday, Ben does a fun Q&A with Steph of questions submitted to her. It's a little bit of business talk, a little bit of personal, and everything in between. This is a fun & easy listen to get to know Steph a little more personally. Thanks to everyone that submitted awesome questions as a birthday gift--we appreciate all our amazing listeners and supporters of the Soul Driven with Steph podcast!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph that has been a long time coming. Steph shares the last big decision she has made this year to let go one more time to be able to move forward with energy and intentionality in 2024. She shares how all the big and small decisions she has made in the last year has led her to a powerful place of living intentionally while also dreaming big again to live her Bucketlist Year. Steph talks about the sweetness that comes with delayed gratification and how to enjoy the journey, despite your sacrifices. This episode is sure to leave you fired up and focused moving into the end of this year. Buckle up and enjoy this short but powerful episode!

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Today's episode is part 2 of a special series where Steph features five local female small business owners stories! Listen in as they share what led them to entrepreneurship, who their products and services are for, and what collaboration over competition means to them. Steph also shares more details on the Shop Small Challenge that you can partake in to support these small businesses, plus 30+ others on the list AND you'll be entered to win awesome prizes for joining the challenge!

Head over to https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=1088 to download the digital list to partake in the Challenge now through Christmas!

To find out more about each of the businesses on the podcast, click the links to their websites below and go like and follow them on social media! Support local & shop small FIRST this holiday season, and always.

www.mybellabotanicals.com

https://shopwestmain.com/

www.smalltownbeautybyasia.com

https://www.createhappyshop.com/

https://befreedaily.com/

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Today's episode is a special one as Steph features five local female small business owners stories! Listen in as they share what led them to entrepreneurship, who their products and services are for, and what collaboration over competition means to them. Steph also shares more details on the Shop Small Challenge that you can partake in to support these small businesses, plus 30+ others on the list AND you'll be entered to win awesome prizes for joining the challenge!

Head over to https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=1088 to download the digital list to partake in the Challenge now through Christmas!

www.couleeboutique.com

honeybeeoccupationaltherapy.com

www.simpleinnature.com

nattywest.com

hwy108cookies.com

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In today’s episode, Steph sits down for a soul driven conversation with Patty Noodleman. You may recognize Patty’s voice today as she shares her career journey that started in radio, where she worked for more than 20 years as a morning radio personality in La Crosse, WI. While the work was fun, each year she looked forward to connecting with families and fundraising for Children's Miracle Network. It was that desire to help others that continued to pull at her heart, which led her on a journey of self-exploration with several career changes.

Yet, an abrupt job loss and struggles to find a new career path brought her to accepting what was initially a temporary role helping at the front desk at Naturally Unbridled Wellness in Onalaska, WI. It was pure luck and happenstance that Patty ended up landing there and she couldn’t be happier. In this episode, Patty shares her enjoyment of connecting with people to better understand and help serve their needs and just how magical working in the realm of body, mind, and spirit has been for her. She has a BA in Communications from Winona State University and recently completed the three-year program through the Franciscan Spirituality Center in La Crosse to become a certified Spiritual Director. It soon became obvious there was an opportunity to use her talents to help others in a deeper way at Naturally Unbridled Wellness, which emerged as “compassionate breakthroughs”.

This episode dives deep into hard topics Steph and Patti have both dealt with themselves and also help others to overcome. From identity and career changes to dealing with grief, loss, or significant life changes–we cover it all in today’s conversation. Wherever you’re at in your life, we know this topic will resonate in some way! Enjoy and if you’re interested in learning more about a Compassionate Breakthrough session with Patty, click the link below!

https://naturallyunbridled.com/services/

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Today’s Podcast episode is just the right amount of spirituality + logic as Steph interviews her friend, Kady Romagnuolo! Kady is a Spiritual Business Coach who helps heart-led entrepreneurs overcome fear and break the cycle of self-sabotage so they can build a business they love and find fulfillment in their work. She is also a certified NLP Master Practitioner, multiple best-selling author, international speaker on the world tour for Think and Grow Rich, and was recently featured on the hit TV show Dragons’ Den for Moonlogic®, her unique system teaching how to work with moon phases to navigate life and business.

Steph & Kady connect over how Kady blends her expertise in business and passion for helping others as the Founder of Blue Moon Realty, a boutique real estate brokerage helping home buyers and sellers make the move they never thought possible and find their “once in a blue moon” property!

In this episode, Steph and Kady talk about how to bring both spirituality + logic to your business pursuits, how to lean into your authentic style and bring all your gifts to whatever it is that you do! Kady also shares insights into how to connect to the phases of the moon to harness your own energy and how to connect to your intuition when making big or small decisions. If you like a little “woo-woo” in your life and business, you will love this conversation between two soul seekers who like to pursue many passions!

To connect more with Kady, head to the links below:

www.Moonlogic.School

www.CoachKady.com

Facebook - @Kady.Romagnuolo

Facebook - @MoonlogicMagicSchool

Instagram - @Kady.Romagnuolo

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In today’s episode Steph’s and Dr. Megan Daley, a mindset + success coach, talk all things from movement to mindset and everything in between. Dr. Megan is a seasoned trauma & somatic informed doctor of physical therapy turned mindset & success coach, podcast host, author & speaker. After a decade as a doctor therapy, including building up a 6 figure clinic, she realized she didn’t feel fulfilled and shifted the focus of her company, Move On The Daley, to what it is now. Dr. Megan’s mission in life to help as many high-achieving women as possible break free of the expectations of others and move from burnt out to badass with clarity & confidence, living a truly fulfilling life they love.

Megan shares her journey of leaving corporate healthcare to build up her own successful clinic, which she realized was not the right path for her. In this episode you’ll learn how when Megan dove into her own personal development and became certified as a trauma and somatic informed practitioner, she noted a gap that was creating excessive and unnecessary burnout in not only the clinical setting she was in, but for her clients too.

She soon realized her true calling was helping other women find their true purpose, gain clarity, and master their mindset (and boundaries!) in order to truly achieve joy and fulfillment. Megan now works 1:1 with clients to help them master their mindset, offers courses to help combat burnout, launched her own journal, and is the host of her podcast, Human on the Daley, created for multifaceted, multi passionate humans who are ready to break out of the boxes that society tries to put them in and fully embrace their authentic self!

In this conversation, Steph and Megan touch on the topic of sunken cost fallacy, what is leading ot burnout, and Megan shares strategies and tactics to down regulate your nervous system so that you can show up in your life as your best self. This is a fantastic conversation for anyone struggling with identity shifts, transitions, mindset, burnout, or boundaries! If you’d like to learn more and follow Dr. Megan Daley, follow her on social @moveonthedaley or tune into her podcast at the link below.

https://www.moveonthedaley.com/

moveonthedaley.com/podcast to listen to Human On The Daley on Apple or Spotify

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Get ready to be inspired through this unscripted and authentic conversation between Steph and her new friend, Jessica Burgio! Jess Burgio, is a self proclaimed HYPE GIRL whose passion is helping you OWN your worth and build the confidence to chase your dreams! Former beauty entrepreneur of 22 years, she is the founder and host of her own highly rated podcast show-Unscripted! She’s also been on a journey to find a deeper sense of worthiness and self confidence to step into her current roles as an author, podcast mentor, mastermind host, speaker and momma helping female entrepreneurs connect their voice to their brand through podcasting!

Jess and her partner co-own Media Unscripted which is a full service podcast management agency helping you strategically connect your voice to your brand to amplify your business!! She also runs a women’s mastermind called The Confidence Expander which holds space for women to come together in a safe space to give attention to their own personal needs and desires.

In today’s episode, Jess and Steph cover so many topics from making hard business transitions, following your intuition, tips and advice for podcasters and those interested in starting a podcast, and why you need to build a personal brand alongside your business. You will love this candid conversation between these two soul inspired small business owners! If you’d like to learn more about Jess and listen to her podcast, click the links below.

https://www.mediaunscripted.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unscripted/id1533515400

https://www.jessicaburgio.com/

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Are you a small business owner that wants to make your holiday season stand out?! Join Steph in today's solo episode to learn how to take action on getting strategic this holiday season and that starts NOW! Steph shares 5 steps to building your holiday sales strategy from setting goals, to doing your research, getting nostalgic, and ultimately creating memorable holiday experiences for your clients! Whether you are a small business owner or love to hear the behind the scenes of how businesses build strategy, this is a great episode to offer you lots of ideas!

Steph also shares about the Shop Small Challenge that you can partake in as a small business owner local to the Coulee Region/La Crosse area OR partake in as a small business shopper and be entered to win some awesome prizes when you support small this holiday season! To join a business, be sure to go fill out the Google Form ASAP: https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=1088

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Today’s guest is a dear friend and fellow business owner, Ashley Alderson. Ashley shares her journey from working in economic development to starting an online shopping mall for boutiques and how her vision evolved to become a community and education platform, focusing on community instead of competition. Ashley's company, The Boutique Hub, has grown worldwide, serving about 55,000 stores in 8 countries. The discussion touched on the importance of community, the challenge of instant gratification, and the value of failure and resilience. Ashley also shared a personal story about overcoming a business partner's betrayal and emphasized the importance of setting boundaries and managing time effectively. In this episode, Steph and Ashley also discuss the issue of burnout among small business owners and the impacts of the pandemic on individuals and communities.

Ashley’s story is so very inspiring to any woman wanting to go after big dreams while enjoying life and motherhood along the way–we know you're going to enjoy this one! If you want to learn more about The Boutique Hub or follow Ashley's journey head over to the links below to stay in touch.

https://theboutiquehub.com/

https://ashleyjalderson.com/

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Today's episode has been a long time coming as Steph interviews her husband, Ben Ross, on his 10+ year Mixed Martial Arts career. Ben shares his initial journey into the sport of MMA, the highs and lows of his amateur and professional career, what he learned about himself, and all that he gained through this sport. Whether you're familiar with MMA or not, Ben's story is one of building determination, resiliency, and mastery all because he decided no matter the outcome of a fight, he wasn't going to give up. Believe it or not, are many life lessons that can be learned from fighting in a cage. I hope you enjoy this candid conversation between Ben & Steph and if you do, please SHARE it with a friend!

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Today’s episode is a recording of our last Sister Circle Social where our three female panelists represented different ages and stages of small business ownership. You’ll hear candid conversation, stories, and Q&A with Stephanie Ross, Deb Lash-Stangel, and Kay Mazza interviewed by Mara Keyes from WWBIC. This event was a very special evening hosted at the Southwest WWBIC office in Onalaska with thirty female small business owners. If you love hearing the inspiring stories of female small business owners, you won’t want to miss this one!

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Kay M. Mazza acquired the Elite Repeat Consignment Shop in February 2021, before rebranding it as Oolala! Consign and Furniture Annex, in a nod to her French heritage. Kay is a retail industry veteran and La Crosse native, having worked for the likes of Saks Fifth Avenue, and local favorites Herberger’s, Touch of Class, and Dales Clothing for Men and Women. Her goal is to create a shop that highlights the beauty and utility of previously loved items. In addition, Kay is delighted to provide a space for artists and other vendors that were displaced during the pandemic to sell their items and grow their business following.She brings not only a love for fashion and customer service to the business, but a passion for people—she loves connecting with customers and looks forward to helping you find the perfect item!

Stephanie Ross is a passionate speaker, entrepreneur, and business strategist that aims to inspire and motivate wherever she goes. A true teacher at heart, she is the founder of Zen and Pow Soulciety, Co-Founder of Small Business Sister Circle, and is a commercial and residential Real Estate Agent on The Sherie Grass Team at ReMax Results. Stephanie Ross started her first business, Zen and Pow Studio, in 2013 at age of 20 while attending the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse where she graduated in 2015, yet she jokes that she gained her business experience from the School of Hard Knocks. She is a creator, educator, and lover of all things wellness, business, and cultivating community! Whether she is speaking on stage, coaching other business owners, or helping you find your dream home--Stephanie will leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and on fire!

Deb Lash-Stangel has owned and operated, The Wedding Tree, in downtown La Crosse for almost 3 decades. Almost ten years ago she started renovations on The Court Above Main, which is an historic ballroom venue started from scratch, and she also purchased the La Crosse Wedding EXPO, which her and her team have more than doubled in size. Deb’s sister brands also produce a print publication annually. Deb has experience in business from start up to expanding, software implementation, sales, customer service, building ownership and renovations and nonprofits. Deb has worked as an instructor, a real estate agent, and a volunteer mentor for years. While her forte is increasing sales while reducing cost, she also has a knack for empowering and ensuring the correct people are in the right place to benefit all involved.

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In today’s episode, Steph had the opportunity to get know a new business connection and friend, LaShanda Carr, even better. Steph and LaShanda met this past summer at an event held at the State Capital for a women’s business organization. They connected and realized they have a lot more in common than they even realized! LaShanda is a passionate Life Coach Entrepreneur and owner of Cultivating Her CoLab in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

LaShanda Carr is a Life Coach who uses her story as a first generation entrepreneur to inspire and empower other women to prioritize self work before wealth work. LaShanda works with purpose driven women in business to identify barriers to growth, to learn how to get out of their own way and build a roadmap for success. Three years ago, LaShanda embarked on a holistic wellness journey that transformed her life and allowed her to realign with who she is at her core, preparing her to walk confidently in her divine purpose. LaShanda is the owner of Cultivating Her Co Lab, a dynamic ecosystem for women to foster creativity, innovation, meaningful connections and collaborative opportunities, achieve their entrepreneurial dreams and excel in the business world. Cultivating Her Co Lab is formerly known as The Inspiration Event Space.

LaShanda prides herself on building authentic relationships and adding value to those she forms a connection with. LaShanda has designed and hosted a plethora of interactive events and workshops in the Kenosha community aimed at fostering resilience, strength, and growth. Prior to entrepreneurship LaShanda spent fifteen years working in various community service agencies providing supportive resources to strengthen families. LaShanda enjoys meditating, going to the gym, listening to personal development podcasts and books, connecting with like minded women, creating new vegetarian recipes, and nurturing her plant babies. LaShanda is the mother of a teenage son and an adult daughter.

This conversation is filled with so much wisdom and inspiration to go after what you want in life and business between these two Sagittarius souls. LaShanda’s story and determination to shed generational trauma and be a source of positivity and encouragement for her kids and all women going after their goals and dreams will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle your own big goals in life. Her “just go for it” attitude is contagious! Enjoy this candid conversation between two soul driven women.

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On today’s episode, Steph joins her dear friend, Lisa David Olson for an honest, soul driven conversation about so many different topics from humor, to creativity, to cultivating connection. Lisa is the (Practically) World-Famous Business Humorist; interactive speaker, author, podcaster and performer who shares how humor saved her life. A multi TEDx Speaker who loves to guide others to their own talk, Lisa is also a speaker-trainer. She says she is a professional nag who will help you get your book started or your keynote message ready for the stage and it’s TRUE! In this conversation, Lisa demonstrates how humor is a genuine connector, with a bonus of health benefits!

We know you’ll enjoy this raw and honest conversation with Lisa and Steph and if you want to hear Lisa speak interactively in person, join us for the upcoming Mind Body Soul Summit on Sunday, September 17th for more. Click the link below to follow Lisa's journey and learn more about her!

https://www.lisadavidolson.com/

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This solo episode with Steph is for all small business owners that need to jump off the hamster wheel of crazy chaos in order to avoid burnout, get a birds eye view, and get inspired and on fire again! Steph truly feels one of the biggest problems many business owners face is not buildling the time into their schedule to get OUT of their business to work ON their business. While many will say they can't afford to, Steph will argue that you can't afford not to. Listen in as she shares 5 reasons why you need to make intentional time for filling up your cup and getting around people that help you dream big again!

If you need just that, be sure to check out the upcoming Small Business Sister Circle Mastermind Retreat October 11th & 12th. Click the link for more details! https://sistercircle.co/home/?page_id=152

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If you're a woman looking to be an advocate for yourself and empower your own holistic health journey--you're going to LOVE this conversation! Join Steph as she shares the mic with Dr. Erica Boland, a passion driven woman and very much a movement and pelvic floor enthusiast. Erica is the owner of Coulee Health Birth Collective and co-owner of Coulee Health. As a chiropractor and midwife, Erica thrives in connecting with women and children to help them move better and feel better on this journey. Much of her practice is focused on healing the core and pelvic floor in the prenatal and postpartum period.

Erica teaches other professionals across the globe how to set a higher standard of care for the motherhood transition and it is her mission to educate and empower women and lead transformation of current postpartum protocols. Steph and Erica talk all things holistic women's health, creating options for their clients, and how Erica's journey has led her to her mission and vision to create a Coulee Region Birth Center. Erica also shares how essential it is to connect back to your own body, whether you're a mother or not, and how to opt out of the traditional healthcare system if you so choose to.

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In today’s episode Steph sits down with her friend and fellow entrepreneur, Kelly Gardner. Kelly is a small town Wisco-kid with a huge heart and a passion for creating a beautiful life. Her business, Create Happy, started as a foothold for personal healing and a mechanism for coping with heartbreak and grief... since then it's grown into so much more! In this episode we talk about how there is something symbolic about taking things that are broken and worn in their current state and transforming them into something beautiful; giving it a whole new life. Kelly shares her own story and journey of creating happy from within and cultivating a community around shared experiences. We get deep into so many topics from mental health to small business ownership, to ultimately pursuing your passion and purpose in life. If you want to learn more about Kelly and Create Happy, click the link below and follow her along on social media!

https://www.createhappywi.com/

https://www.facebook.com/createhappyWI

https://www.facebook.com/createhappyshop

https://www.instagram.com/kellyfromwisconsin/

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This solo episode with Steph is relatable for any small business owner, no matter the season you are in! Steph shares the 3 stages of small business ownership, how many stay stuck in the vicious cycle of growth and hustle, what is required to get out of it before burn out, and how to get through the early stages to experience the harvest that comes with stability. Steph truly feels one of her main goals in life is to help small business owners find success that is sustainable and still scalable without always going bigger or needing MORE. Listen in as she shares unique insight and perspective on building a business AND life that you love!

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Join Steph for this solo episode all about the power of community in your wellness journey! Steph shares the next evolution of Zen and Pow Soulciety, how it came to be, why she felt the need to lean into lifestyle wellness and what to expect to gain from it! She also shares research on the powerful positive impact being surrounded by positive like-minded people can have on your health, wellness, and overall happiness! Whether you're part of Soulciety, are looking for a more holistic approach to health and wellness, or are looking to find or build the right community to support you--enjoy this episode!

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Today’s podcast is truly such a treat as Steph had the pleasure of sharing a conversation with a fellow small business owner and financial abundance coach, Jen Piala. Jen helps women gain clarity, control, and confidence in their money by discovering what it is they truly want and implementing simple strategies to stop the worry around finances. In today’s episode we dig into our mindset around money, strategies for creating financial abundance, and how to live life by design through gaining financial freedom. It may surprise you how influential this topic is for how we feel and our beliefs about money that ultimately dictate so much of our lives and how we show up. This episode is for ANYONE that wants more out of their life! If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to go follow Jen Piala online to learn more about how she can help you discover your best self!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenpiala/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.piala/

Learn how your beliefs and your budget can create your breakthrough in our FREE Triple B Workshop: https://www.facebook.com/groups/465132675831681

If you're ready to take the next step in creating the money future you desire, go ahead and book your free Cash Clarity Call here: https://calendly.com/jenpiala/45min

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Today’s episode is a fun one as we talk about so many topics from dance to design to mom life to entrepreneurship and so much more! Steph had the pleasure of sitting down with a dear friend and fellow small business owner, Michelle Malone to share her story in todays episode. Michelle is the owner of I&E Dance Studio, which is the ONLY dance studio in La Crosse, WI dedicated only to adults 18+. She offers classes for beginners who have never taken a dance class... all the way up to advanced dancers in a space where adults can come to have fun, be inspired and feel empowered through dance. She is also the owner of Collective Marketing, in which Michelle provides affordable and creative marketing solutions for small business owners and non-profits. On top of running two businesses, Michelle is a single mom that inspires and empowers so many around her! I can’t wait for you to hear this soul inspired conversation with Michelle. If you’re interested in learning more about her businesses, click the links below to connect.

https://www.iandedancecompany.com/

https://www.collectivemarketinglax.com/

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This solo episode with Steph comes at the perfect time of year when many of us may be physically or metaphorically planting new seeds! Anyone can relate to this episode, no matter where you're at on your journey of life as Steph takes you through the planting process, the uncomfortable growth seasons, and how to bloom to your full potential. She also shares what to do when you reach the harvest, even when it might not bring you what you hoped. Take a fun journey with Steph as we walk through what it looks like to plant some new seeds in your life and how to do do so with intentionality, presence, and peace, regardless of what the harvest brings.

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In Today’s episode, Steph brings her friend and fellow entrepreneur of Coaching with Kristen to share more about a topic we all struggle with–Self confidence! Kristen Odegaard shares with us in this episode how self confidence is more than feeling secure in your abilities and “how to” knowledge, but it’s the ability to feel any emotion, to trust yourself, and the willingness to go all-in, to show up, and to fail. We talk about how building self confidence internally is based on your thinking rather than your actions and how self confidence and mindset is often the missing piece to go after big goals and what will ultimately take you and your business to the next level. In this episode you’ll get a taste of what Kristen will be speaking on at our upcoming Sister Circle Summit Conference on April 28th where she’ll teach you how to increase your self confidence and manage your mind to help you navigate fear, rejection and doubt!

If you enjoy this conversation make sure to go grab your spot for Sister Circle Summit and check out Kristen’s new podcast, Stop Overthinking, and find more from Kristen at https://www.coachwithkristen.com.

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This episode is a special recording of an evening event that Stephanie hosted for Small Business Sister Circle with Corynn Wieland, one of the co-owners and Executive Director of 4 Sisters Wine Bar & Tapas Restaurant as the special guest. Corynn is one of the four original owners of 4 Sisters that has played an instrumental role growing the brand since it started in 2010. Corynn has so much wisdom to share from her education & corporate background in business to growing, scaling, and sustaining a strong local small business in the restaurant industry. She shares the highs and lows of small business ownership and how staying true to her mission along the way has helped her make big decisions. This episode is truly a treat, I hope you enjoy it!

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Steph has the honor of interviewing a fellow Certified Coach and More Than Just Great Dancing friend, Lyndzi Barnes! Lyndzi can be described in three easy words–Analytical, strategic, and goal oriented. As a small business coach now since 2018, she has helped hundreds of small business owners get their operational systems into place. Her first business was a brick and mortar dance studio that she bought at the age of 19 and ran successfully for 14.5 years. Now that she has sold her first business, she has moved full time into small business coaching. While analyzing business operations and providing different strategic reports or analysis charts, she helps business owners make decisions quickly and efficiently in their business with all pieces to the puzzle. She loves to help all different industries change their way of thinking to strategy over emotion and tactics over estimates. In her spare time she will be seen with her husband, their 10 year old son, and their three pugs.

If you enjoy this conversation about digging into small business systems and strategies, join Lyndzi as our Keynote Speaker for Sister Circle CEO Series on April 28th as she takes you even deeper into her framework of profitability and viability. Lyndzi will be joining us for the Sister Circle Summit all the way from Colorado and her content is pure fire, so don’t miss it! Go learn more about her company the Organized Executive today at https://www.lyndzibarnes.com today.

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In this episode, enjoy an inspiring and passion filled conversation with fellow entrepreneur, MTJGD Certified Coach, and friend of Steph’s, Carolina Bucker as she shares her journey from student, to teacher, to a leader and coach! Carolina is a highly motivated and results-driven life and business coach. Certified by the Robbins-Madanes method and More Than Just Great Dancing, she is deeply committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve their full potential by providing practical tools and strategies for growth and success.

As an entrepreneur herself, Carolina owns three different businesses and is a published children's book author. Her background and profound understanding of the human experience make her a compelling speaker and coach. Originally from Brazil, Carolina has called Wisconsin home for the past 20 years, where she has built a reputation as an inspiring and impactful leader. With her engaging and authentic approach, Carolina empowers individuals and teams to overcome challenges, unleash their potential, and achieve their goals.

You will get so much out of this conversation whether you’re a small business owner, leader, or co-parenter, or anyone committed to growth and becoming the best version of yourself! Carolina will be speaking at the upcoming Sister Circle Summit one day Conference right here in Onalaska. If you’d like to learn more from her, go register to save your spot and get in on the Early Bird pricing before April 1st.

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Do you feel like you're trying to balance many different projects, people and problems, all while wearing multiple hats? Do you feel like trying to find balance in all areas of your life only leaves you feeling overwhelmed? Whether you're a part time entrepreneur trying to grow your business with a full time job, a full time entrepreneur trying to scale your business, or a serial entrepreneur with multiple businesses--this episode is for you! Join Steph for a soul inspired conversation on how to wear many hats with less stress and more presence.

If you enjoyed this episode, join Steph & Sister Circle for a FREE Webinar on Intentional Entrepreneurship on Friday, March 31st, 2023 at 10 am central on Zoom. You'll learn how to prioritize, figure out what is and is not for you, and create systems and routines to help give you the freedom and flexibility that small business ownership should bring! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain new skills and resources to help you create intentionality in your business and your life so you can work smarter, instead of hustling harder.

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Today is a truly soul inspired conversation as Steph sits down with her dear friend and fellow soulpreneur, Emilene Heiderscheit. Emilene has been a leading Beauty Artist for 20 years and is revolutionizing the industry the last 10 years with certifications as a Holistic Aromatherapist, Energy Medicine & using the healing powers of Essential Oils, Spiritual Energy, Chakra Balancing, and Organic hair color and products.

With a passion and love for all things beauty and a heart centered approach, she uses her gifts of communication, intuition, and mindfulness in all of her services to ensure that all of her guests discover their very essence of true beauty. After she set sail on her own healing and holistic journey, she has been empowered to share, help others, and give graciously back to the world and opened GreenHouse Holistic Co-op in 2019!

GreenHouse is a women-owned health and wellness cooperative of an organic, salon & natural beauty boutique, wellness spa, and community studio designed to meet your needs on a physical, emotional, energetic, mental, and spiritual level. GreenHouse takes an innovative approach to awaken all your senses, providing a nurturing and holistically rejuvenating experience that promotes self-healing, self-love, and self-care.

From some deep spirituality conversations, to Emilene sharing her own path to holistic health and healing, to the creation of her Coop–we have lots to chat about! Enjoy this candid conversation with these two spirit junkies.

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Today’s interview is a treat for all the book lovers and word nerds out there! Steph sits down for an inspiring interview with her friend and fellow authorpreneur, Amanda Zieba. As a word nerd, Amanda truly feels she has the best job in the world. Amanda has written 12 books for a variety of ages and genres and now coaches people through the process of self-publishing and with the goal of sharing her knowledge with others so that they can achieve their publishing goals faster and with less frustration. To this end, she has created Story Seedings and The Take Action Author Plan in which she teaches others how to start writing a novel, self-publish their book, market/sell that book and level up their author career. She has presented in dozens of schools and at writing conferences all around the Midwest. She also shares educational resources and recommendations on her YouTube channel and in her TpT (Teachers Pay Teachers) Store. Amanda is a board member of her local writing group (Mississippi Valley Writers Guild), and also a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She lives in Holmen, WI with her husband and two sons.

This is a jam packed episode full of insight and ideas from how to turn your passion into your full time career, how to create multiple revenue streams that align with your purpose, and tangible tools to own your own story–maybe even write your own story! Buckle up and enjoy this candid conversation on all things business, creativity, writing, & entrepreneurship!

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Website: www.amandazieba.com

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandazieba/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmandaZiebatheWordNerd

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In today’s episode, Steph interviews her friend and fellow entrepreneur, Carolyn Colleen for an inspiring and uplifting episode for anyone that seeks to live a fierce and fulfilling life of purpose and impact! Carolyn Colleen is a fierce mother of three children, author, international speaker, entrepreneur, and business strategist focused on helping others achieve their goals. Carolyn is the founder of the FIERCE Academy, an online program that helps women create life strategies that enables them to have the life they dream of—without sacrificing their families, careers, or lifestyles. She is also the author of F.I.E.R.C.E.: Transform Your Life in the Face of Adversity, 5 Minutes at a Time!

Carolyn is the owner of Acton Midwest private schools, where the philosophy is clear thinking which leads to good decisions, Good decisions lead to the right habits, The right habits lead to character and Character becomes destiny, a consultant and thought leader for Case Western Reserve University as a leader within the Xchange approach, an initiative built upon a scientifically based, multi-disciplinary approach for leading and managing teams. In addition, she is currently publishing a second book focused on academic entrepreneurism and is the Executive Director of 1Life Fully Lived, a nonprofit organization that provides people of all backgrounds the tools to achieve success.

With a soon to be Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and Behavior, an MBA, and a BA in Business, Carolyn understands the importance of traditional education. She is passionate about uniting as a human race to elevate each other, remain positive through challenges, and raise above the noise to build stronger communities. As a dynamic and innovative workplace leader, Carolyn has worked as a Program Manager and Business Development Consultant at Gundersen Health System, Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Account Management Executive for Gensler, and a Client Service Executive at UBS Financial Services. She knows how to transition people and processes to achieve the next-level of success while also aligning with organizational objectives.

From standing in a food line at the Salvation Army to earning a Ph.D., Carolyn is avid about sharing her own life story and encouraging others to make changes that move them from fear to focusing on the pursuit of their passions.

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Today is a solo episode with Steph and she gets vulnerable sharing her own health journey. From overtraining and fighting MMA with multiple injuries to overcoming chronic stress and gut issues, to rediscovering her own health--she shares it all! Steph also gives tips and inspiration to help you find yourself and your health again if you're coming out of a hard season that you need to recovery from. Learn what's currently working for her to prioritize her own health this new year to get back to feeling good. Wherever you're at on your own health journey, there's some part of her story that you can relate to as you search for your own version of health. Per usual, this episode is real, raw, and Steph shares what's she's been going through the past few years when it comes to her health.

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Today is a solo episode with Steph as takes you through the Emotional Cycle of Change stages starting at the top of a mountain down into the valley of despair, where most of us get stuck. Steph shares how to use your own valley's to get closer to yourself and as an opportunity for growth to get to the other side. This episode is concept she teaches small business owners, but it ultimately is about embracing the ups and downs of both business and life! Anyone can relate to going through hard challenging experiences and Steph shares how she has used her own challenges to get better, instead of becoming bitter. Buckle up and enjoy the ride--this is a short but powerful episode!

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Today's episode is an interview with Steph and her sister, Cathryn, as they talk real estate! Listen in as Cathryn shares her experience and expertise in the real estate industry, how and why the last few years were abnormal, and what she predicts for 2023. Steph and Cathryn are both part of The Sherie Grass Team Remax Results in the La Crosse, Wisconsin area and share insights, some specific, some not, to the local real estate market. Whether you're looking to buy your first home and don't know where to start or what to do, or you're ready to upgrade or start purchasing investment property--this is an episode for you! Stephanie and Cathryn dispel a lot of the myths and "noise in the market" that you may hear in the media--get sound, trusted information and education from two agents working within the industry. Listen in as these sisters share their knowledge, their passion for people, and how much fun they have working alongside each other in this Real Estate Market Update!

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Today's episode is a fun one full of 20 random questions that Steph and her husband, Ben answer on New Years Eve! They each had to write 10 questions, threw them into a paper bag, and pulled a question to answer back and forth. Neither knew what questions the other person wrote. Listen in as they share with each other their answers, some are deep and meaningful, others are funny and lighthearted! If you're looking for some easy listening while you drive the car or wash the dishes--here you go!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph as she takes us through a recap of her favorite Zen and Pow experiences of 2022, business wins, so much gratitude for the Tribe and her team, and what's to come for Zen and Pow in 2023! Whether you're a Tribe Member, or just love hearing the the real and raw behind the scenes of small business ownership, listen in and get excited about the New Year. The best is truly yet to come!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph as she goes through her Year in Review Reflection process, specifically for Small business owners! Learn what 'Success Metrics' are in your own business, how to define your version of success, and how to reflect on the past in order to prepare and plan for the New Year. Steph walks you through her own Year in Review reflection process that she does for her business and shares how tracking metrics in her business allowed her to make the biggest decision this past year not solely off of emotions. When you go through this reflection exercise you'll have more clarity around what to spend more time, money, and energy on in your business in 2023 so that you can work smarter, instead of pushing harder. Grab your journal, or better yet join the Growth Membership of Sister Circle before December 21st, 2022 to get the free downloadable worksheets (Steph refers to) and a Success Metrics Dashboard to track your growth and success year over year!

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Prepare your mind, body, and soul to head into the New Year with this New Years Meditation. Steph will take you through a reflection of the past year and the guide you to focus on what it is you want to create in your life for the new year ahead!

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Embrace the winter season and the restoration it brings to you with this Winter Solstice Meditation. Take time to go inward and relax into the longest day of the year!

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Looking for a short, inspiring meditation to start your day? Look no further than this 5 minute Morning Meditation with Steph to help you set the tone for a positive day!

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Need a little extra self love and compassion as we head into the holidays? Enjoy this Self Love Meditation with Steph to help you focus on taking care of your mind, body, and soul and showing up as your best self today!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph about how to take this this holiday season to become the best version of yourself! Steph shares the concept of Separation Season and three tips on how to infuse health into your holidays and start to work towards becoming the YOU you want to be NOW, instead of waiting until the New Year!

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Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or needing some extra grounding? Enjoy this Grounding Meditation with Steph to help get you out of your head, into your body, and connected to the ground below you.

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Today is a solo episode with Steph on her 30th birthday taking some Q&A of questions submitted to her. It's a little bit of business talk, a little bit of personal, and everything in between as she reflects on the past decade of her own evolution alongside her business. No matter what stage of business or life you're at, there's some gold in here as she shares her own experiences, hard lessons learned, and wisdom gained from her 20s--enjoy!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph her own process of making a massive pivot and how she is breaking it down into tangible, actionable steps. She takes you through three steps on how to first make the big decision, pivot, or decision, how to release it and then move towards it to the re-envisioning process. If you are in a season of feeling stuck or like something in your life or business needs to change but you don't know how OR you are on the other side of making a big change but are not sure where to go from here--this episode is for you! Steph helps you into the energy of manifesting and working in alignment with your intuition to make small steps each day towards the life you desire. Get ready to be inspired and on fire!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph as she shares the hardest decision she's ever had to make and how she turned it into a purposeful, intentional pivot. Listen in as she shares the real, authentic behind the scenes of business ownership, how COVID has forced many to pivot, and how she came to make her decision. Steph shares her own struggles with stress, burnout, and knowing when to step back and reassess her idea of "success". Whether you're a business owner or anyone working towards a goal that isn't turning out like you hoped, this episode is for you as Steph shares how to re-envision a path forward that is sustainable and in alignment with your season of life. This one is from the soul--enjoy!

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In today’s episode Steph has the honor of interviewing one of her fellow Studio instructors and best friends, Kelly Goyette. Kelly has been an instructor with Zen and Pow Studio since 2017 and a member since 2015. She has been certified to teach multiple formats throughout the past 5 years, including POUND, Barre, Pumped Up Strength, Group Fitness Certification, and teaching her soul workout, Sculpt. Kelly continues to be a dedicated member to the Zen and Pow instructor staff and the leadership skills she learned as an instructor encouraged her to push out of her comfort zone, taking on the position of Clerk of Court for LaCrosse County.

Seeking out an elected position was never something she thought she would do, however she always knew working with the public and utilizing her leadership skills would be something she would gravitate to. Kelly is currently running a write-in campaign for Clerk of Court and hoping to be able to continue to serve this amazing community. From fitness enthusiast, to a veteran instructor, to now the Clerk of Courts in just the past 5 years—both public roles that forced Kelly to put herself out there to the community–listen in as Kelly discusses what inspires her to take on big challenges, how she’s built confidence and resilience, and the full circle moments that led her to this point in her life.

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Today Steph interviews a fellow fitness instructor and someone she has connected with over their love of all things fitness, business, and showing up authentically online. Colleen Freese is a powerhouse in the group fitness industry with her online and in person offerings. She leads classes for Amazon Halo HIIT, is a Barre Teacher Trainer, ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor and ACE Sports Performance Specialist. She currently teaches HIGH Fitness, Barre Above, Tabata, Boot Camp, and Strength & Sculpt. Colleen is an inspiring educator and presenter for the fitness industry with a wealth of knowledge.

When she’s not sweating it up in a class or in front of the camera, she is spending time with her family as a wife and mom to 2 boys. Colleen shares how to be intentional with your time–from motherhood to entrepreneurship–and how to connect to your creativity so that you can set yourself apart from the crowd. Listen in as Colleen gives advice on how to stay true to yourself and show up in a way that is authentic and real in a world obsessed with “followers’. Passionate about health and wellness!

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Today is a solo episode with Steph as she talks about that sneaky little voice in your heard that holds you back from finding your "other self" and stepping into your purpose--FEAR! Steph shares her own experiences around stepping into new roles, how scary it can be to be a beginner again, and embracing being a multi-passionate person. She offers journal prompts to help you work through your own fears to help you discover your purpose and meet your "other self". If you're feeling the winds of change, ready for a pivot, or feeling stuck or uncertain of the unknown, this podcast is for you! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with anyone that needs to hear this message! Thank you for being here and supporting the Soul Driven with Steph podcast!

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Today’s interview is such an important topic and one that I know everyone will take away useful skills to use everyday! Kristen Odegaard is a women’s Life Coach, an educator, trainer, group fitness instructor, and mom who is passionate about personal growth, wellness and living intentionally. Kristen discovered life coaching after several life transitions in 2016. After working with a therapist, she was still seeking more guidance and support for emotional wellbeing, figuring out how to get off of autopilot and feel more fulfilled. Her coaching experiences were so transformational, she became a Certified Life Coach so she could share the skills and tools with more people.

Kristen’s mindset coaching empowers women to create more calm, ease & joy in their lives... without guilt, overthinking or requiring other people to change. Kristen collaborates with clients to create the clarity and aligned actions that will up-level their life without having to just TRY HARDER. Listen in as we chat about changing your mindset, how to support yourself and others struggling with their mental health, and how to create healthy habits to live an intentional life. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with anyone that needs to hear this message! Thank you for being here and supporting the Soul Driven with Steph podcast!

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Today’s amazing guest, Mara Keyes, is the perfect interview for all small business owners or anyone interested in learning more about starting a small business! We talk all the nitty gritty behind the scenes of opening a small business to how and why it’s so important to connect with your local community and resources. Mara Keyes is the Regional Project Director for the Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) in La Crosse. She graduated from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota with a political science degree in 2015, but actually began her professional tenure with a small family business in Wisconsin. She then moved to the La Crosse in 2016 to work at Kaplan before transitioning into her role at WWBIC.

WWBIC is celebrating 35 years of supporting entrepreneurs and “putting dreams to work”. WWBIC services are open to anyone, but the focus is women, people of color and lower wealth individuals who face barriers in accessing financing or business support. WWBIC assists individuals who are interested in starting, strengthening, or expanding businesses by providing through direct lending, quality business, and financial capability training, and one-on-one technical business assistance.

Mara is a wealth of resources and a true community connector at heart. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with anyone that needs to hear this message! Thank you for being here and supporting the Soul Driven with Steph podcast!

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Today Steph interviews a fellow friend and fitness entrepreneur that is doing big things for the industry, Lauren George. Lauren is a serial entrepreneur that fell in love with movement way back in elementary school. Her passion is helping other fitness professionals improve their teaching skills and grow their fitness businesses so they can live their dream life! Over the last 10 years, Lauren has built several businesses including PulsePoint Barre, Clemson Fitness Company, Pumped Up Strength, The Fit Biz Club, LG Fitness Studio, and Lauren George Fitness Education. The common thread in all of these businesses is that they are founded in creating community. Listen in as Lauren shares her years of experience and wisdom from being in the wellness industry and how she's continued to evolve, expand, and find new ways to pursue her passions AND serve her community. From being an inspiring group fitness instructor to now mentoring and coaching other business owners, Lauren pursues her passion with a mindset of unlimited possibilities!

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Today Steph interviews a dear friend and mentor, Deb Lash Stangel, the owner of The Wedding Tree & The Court Above Main. Deb has been in sales since she graduated high school and business ownership for 27 years. Her story of overcoming challenges are inspiring to all small business owners, women, and anyone that loves a great underdog story! Learn how Deb scaled her businesses, continued to invest in herself and her team, raised her children, all the while continuing to pour back into the local La Crosse community. With a balance of blind faith and following her business instincts, she is now able to give back as a mentor and successful business owner.

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Today Steph shares 10 Small Business Success Tips that she's learned, many times the hard way, through her almost decade of business ownership! Learn from her as she shares the real and raw of what it's like to own a small business, how to persevere, fail forward, and keep showing up on the days you might want to quit. This episode is for any small business owner at any age or phase of entrepreneurship, those that are considering starting a small business, or anyone that loves to hear the "behind the scenes" realness of owning a business.

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Get to know Steph, her story, why she pursues a soul driven life and the purpose behind the podcast in today's intro episode, Behind the Why!

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Soul Driven with Steph is a podcast that will fill up your cup & leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and on fire as you listen to interviews and stories of other soul driven and strong women that have overcome against all odds. This podcast was a calling on my soul to serve, connect, and share stories of struggles and successes–to create a community so that you know you are never alone. Grab your cup of coffee and get ready to learn, laugh, and leave with wisdom and strategies to connect to your soul and get back in the driver seat of your life!

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