Tough as Nails: Recent Episodes
Tough as Nails
Tough as Nails is a podcast centered on the strengths all women possess and using that power to live a fulfilling and rewarding life. Join Beth, Cori, and Julie every other week as they share experiences, advice, and interview amazing women to prove that you actually can have your cake and eat it too.
Chelsey Keenan, Director of Digital Marketing at Group Two, joins us this week! Chelsey loves to read (25-30 books a year!) and makes reading daily a priority. Just don't ask her to read a self-help book! She talks about her rescue dog, Mike, and how to look for signs of reactivity in dogs. Chelsey shares the different ways she and her family have helped find ways to soothe Mike, which even includes a Harry Potter-style under-the-stairs-room just for him. She loves training and managing people, and discussed how some principles of dog training apply to humans as well.
This week, our guest is Leah Fellows, National Online Sales Counselor Trainer and the founder and owner of Blue Gypsy Inc. Leah talks about getting her start working on sailboats, practicing meditation in Japan, to falling into the real estate market. She shares the importance of doing things that feed her soul, like being in the water and helping coach new online sales counselors. Leah also mentions how traveling has given her an open mind and a different view of the world.
This week, our guest is Anya Chrisanthon, the Chief Brand Officer at Anewgo. Anya talks about getting her start in the financial world before getting into new home sales. She shares how she came up with the idea behind her own podcast, Anewgo of New Homes Sales. Anya discusses how she thrives outside of her own comfort zone. She also talks about being confident and the importance of positive self-talk.
This week, Carly Sickles joins us! Carly, the Digital Marketing Manager at MI Homes, shares how events in her personal life pushed her career to where it is today. Carly talks about how she has learned to embrace vulnerability, and how she prioritizes having time for herself. She discusses some of her best practices for creating a strong work team. We also hear from Bandit, Carly's precious pup.
This week's guest is Shari Morton, the Chief OSC at Shared Drive. Shari shares her experience of escaping Vietnam as a child and being a young refugee. She talks about the impact it had on her life, and how it in turn has shaped the way she raises her own daughter. She also highlights the importance of having passion, dedication, and grit to get what you want.
This week, Sara Williams joins us to talk about her fertility journey. Sara, the Senior Sales Executive at Anewgo, shares her story of how she overcame infertility when she least expected it. She discusses how the support of other women with similar experiences made a huge impact on her life. Sara also talks about the family dynamics of having toddlers and teens together in the house.
This week's guest is our very own Julie Boino! Julie spills the tea about modern dating and how she met her partner, Jake. She talks about how having fibromyalgia led her to a vegan diet. Julie also discusses her passion for learning and how her own education has shaped her life.
A male guest?! Yes! This week, Michael Landers joins us! Michael is the founder and owner of Culture Crossing. He shares the skills he developed growing up, including tolerance for ambiguity, the ability to fail, and a sense of humor. He talks about the importance of getting people to understand different ways of thinking without judgment. Michael also discusses how we should always be curious to help us get to know and connect to others better.
We are joined by Amanda Martin this week, an Online Sales Trainer at Do You Convert! Amanda shares how she balances being a mom of two while still having a job she loves. She also talks about creating and maintaining relationships while working from home.
Laura Henson, the Marketing Manager at New Tradition Homes and a 40 Under 40 by Professional Builder Magazine, joins us this week! She shares her passion for gardening and emphasizes the importance of knowing where your food comes from.
This week, we are joined by friends Kerry Mulcrone, president and founder of Kerry & Co., and Meredith Oliver, founder and chief digital strategist of Meredith Communications. The two share insights into their fantastic friendship including a favorite Kerry and Meredith story. They discuss how they balance each other out and are always honest with one another to make each other better. They also highlight the importance of being open to new people and opportunities.
This week, Beth Byrd shares her home decor thrifting secrets! From estate sales to shopping smart, Beth talks about her love for finding the best deals and how to spot quality furniture and unique pieces.
Jen Barkan, Online Sales Coach from Do You Convert, joins us this week! Jen talks about her passion for pets and rescue animals. She also shares some fun insights into the motorcycle club world.
This week, we are joined by Lise Anzelone, the Regional Director of Sales of HHHunt Homes. Lise shares her healthy habits and why she makes herself a priority. She also talks about the life lessons she learned from her mom, and how she passed down her own lessons to her daughter.
This week, we are joined by Mollie Elkman, the owner and president of Group Two. Mollie talks about her new children's book, The House That She Built. She also shares how she met one of her mentors and why it's so important to surround yourself with people who don't look like you.
Hello! Welcome to the first episode of Tough as Nails! We get to know our three hosts and how they met! They also share what listeners can expect to hear in future episodes! Follow along on Instagram at @toughasnailspod. You can also follow Beth @bethwbyrd, Cori @coralito101, and Julie @juliebee.