Grit, Grace & Glitz: Recent Episodes
Erika Rothenberger
Join host Erika Rothenberger and her amazing guests as they share valuable learnings from their journeys in business and - life! Erika is a health + wellness biz founder, mom & wife, engineering corporate professional and published author. Her episodes will have you learning how to get gritty, give yourself the grace you deserve and celebrate all the glitz that comes to you along the way!
In this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, Erika Rothenberger interviews Kendra Cooke, an inspiring speaker and productivity expert. They discuss the importance of self-care, the lessons learned from Kendra's real estate career, and the launch of her new planner, the Daily Well.
Kendra emphasizes the significance of community, setting realistic goals, and embracing change for personal growth. The conversation highlights the need for discipline in maintaining well-being amidst external noise and the value of building meaningful relationships. Whether you're starting to think about how to get to your best self in 2026 or already working on it - this episode is filled with aha moments you'll want to take in!
Connect with Kendra Cooke:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-cooke-04a1226/
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In this episode, interviews Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, a renowned human capital strategist and author. They discuss the importance of networking, the transition from corporate to entrepreneurial life, and the need for vulnerability in leadership. Dr. Bentzen-Mercer shares her insights on creating a blueprint for career transitions and emphasizes the significance of human capital investment in organizations.
The conversation also touches on the necessity of empathy in the workplace and challenges traditional hiring practices, advocating for a focus on potential rather than arbitrary criteria.
Finally, they explore the importance of setting boundaries and the power of saying no - something almost all of us can draw from.
Connect with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcynthiabentzenmercer/
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In this episode of Grace and Glitz, host Erika Rothenberger interviews transformational speaker and author T. Renee Smith.
They discuss the integration of AI into personal and professional life, emphasizing its role as a coach and advocate. T. Renee shares her journey of using AI to navigate challenges in parenting and business, highlighting the importance of mindset and authenticity.
The conversation explores practical tips for leveraging AI while maintaining personal values and creativity, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their unique paths and recognize their worth.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/treneesmith/
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Join host Erika for this special edition episode - an episode where you’ll be gently reminded you don’t need a perfect plan to start. Your blueprint is uniquely yours, and it’s okay to erase, rewrite, and build it as you go. Listen in for practical advice on taking those courageous first steps toward creating a life that truly aligns with your dreams and authenticity.
What’s your first bold move? Let’s build that masterpiece together.
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In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, we sit down with Dr. Melissa Steach to hear her incredible journey of balancing a vibrant creative passion with a successful corporate career.
She shares how understanding her "why" has been essential in embracing the seamless integration of her different roles and interests. Melissa emphasizes that thriving comes from nurturing all aspects of ourselves, rather than just surviving.
Her story encourages us all to pursue our passions boldly while setting intentional boundaries, reminding us that perfection is neither necessary nor realistic — success often requires perseverance and grit.
Throughout the episode, Melissa talks openly about the realities of entrepreneurship, the power of resilience, and the importance of staying true to your purpose. She reminds us that success is rarely overnight and that even the most well-known figures faced setbacks along the way. Melissa advocates for cultivating patience and confidence, trusting that our unique paths will unfold in their own time. Her heartfelt encouragement encourages us to lean into our purpose, celebrate every step forward, and approach life’s endeavors with both grit and grace.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissasteach/
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In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz we are honored to have Shawnee Baker, a remarkable woman whose story of resilience, advocacy, and heart is truly inspiring.
Shawnee is a mother, registered nurse, author, grief advocate, and founder of Bailey’s Wish Foundation. Her journey began with a career in healthcare, but after tragically losing her daughter Bailey at the University of Miami, Shawnee turned her grief into action. She’s dedicated to raising awareness about campus safety, advocating for legislative change, and helping other families navigate their own tragedies.
In this episode, Shawnee shares the heartbreaking details of Bailey’s story—her last moments, the dangers of hidden campus risks, and the urgent need for transparency and reform. She discusses her journey through grief, her experience with abusive marriages, and the incredible resilience that has propelled her to make a difference.
Connect with Shawnee:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnee-l-baker/
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This episode encourages you to take one bold, audacious step this week—whether that’s speaking up, wearing something daring, or simply showing up as your authentic self. Remember, audacity isn’t about giant leaps; it’s about showing up unapologetically each day.
You were born to blaze, not fade out. It’s time to meet your fearless, unedited self and let your light shine.
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Join us for a heartfelt conversation on Grit, Grace, and Glitz as we explore the journey of vulnerability, healing, and transformation. Cristina Simmons, trauma alchemist, wellness coach, pediatric occupational therapist, and author of Eat Your Feelings, shares her inspiring story of overcoming trauma and using her experiences to empower others.
Cristina talks about her inspiration behind her book, a self-help memoir that blends her personal trauma with actionable healing strategies. She emphasizes the power of vulnerability and authenticity in sharing your story, highlighting how it creates meaningful connections and helps others feel less alone.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-simmons/
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In this episode, I share the deeper intentions behind the book—why I believe true growth happens when we dare to expand beyond our comfort zones. It’s not just about inspiration; it’s about embracing the messiness, the pauses, and the small, courageous steps that lead to transformation.
I invite you to see every action—no matter how small—as an act of audacity. Journaling prompts and sharing your journey are powerful tools to deepen your awareness and commitment. Instead of labeling yourself as busy, consider shifting to a mindset of abundance, recognizing that growth often requires patience and gentle persistence.
This isn’t about perfection or speed; it’s about honoring where you are and trusting that each step—whether a punch, pivot, or pause—is part of your expansion.
My hope is that you feel permission to move forward with curiosity, compassion, and courage, knowing that every act of daring is a step toward becoming more fully yourself.
In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika welcomes Jennifer Watson, a powerhouse in performance and wellness. Jennifer shares her remarkable journey from being a two-time All American athlete to a transformative executive performance strategist and integrative physical therapist.
She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and body intelligence in uncovering one’s true purpose, highlighting how subtle patterns and unaddressed traumas can hinder progress in both personal and professional life.
Throughout their conversation, Jennifer reveals how small shifts—like listening to your body’s signals and addressing underlying fears—can lead to profound breakthroughs. She underscores wellness is rooted in self-mastery and true leadership begins within. With practical examples and heartfelt advice, Jennifer encourages listeners to embrace their unique journey, prioritize their well-being, and take courageous action toward uncovering their full potential. This episode is a call to slow down, reflect, and harness the power of self-awareness to create a more vibrant and purpose-driven life.
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https://www.jenn-watson.com/
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In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, I have the pleasure of sitting down with the inspiring Erica Anderson Rooney to discuss breaking barriers, building powerful careers, and embracing the messy middle of entrepreneurship.
Erica shares her incredible journey from climbing the corporate ladder to founding Her Collective, a vibrant digital community for women at all stages of their careers. We talk about the importance of taking messy action, redefining what balance really means, and celebrating the small wins that lead to big growth. Our conversation touches on the challenges women face in the workplace, the power of connection, and living life intentionally with purpose and passion.
Erica’s energy and honesty are truly contagious, and she encourages us all to shatter ceilings and pursue our goals with confidence. She emphasizes trusting your intuition, exploring new opportunities—even when they're outside your comfort zone—and reminds us that perfection is a myth. Embracing life's ups and downs is what creates moments of grace, glitz, and grit. I know you’ll find this episode inspiring and filled with practical advice to help you step into your power and keep pushing forward.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericarooney/
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Welcome to the first episode of this special series where I share the incredible journey of birthing my latest book. For the past year, I’ve poured my heart, soul, and audacity into creating a work that’s designed to inspire women to break free from their limitations, embrace resilience, and boldly step into their true power. In this episode, I open up about the emotional process behind writing it, the challenges I faced, and why I believe this book has the potential to transform lives—including your own.
I believe we are all destined for more, and this book is my way of encouraging you to expand beyond your fears and doubts. Whether you’re feeling stuck or simply ready for your next big leap, I want you to know that now is the perfect time to rip open that cover and start your own audacious journey. Join me as I share insights, stories, and the powerful reasons behind this project, and get ready to ignite your own expansion in ways you never imagined.
In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, we welcome Stacy Sherman, a recognized thought leader, keynote speaker, and founder of Doing CX Right.
Stacy shares her powerful journey from corporate customer experience expert to an entrepreneur committed to helping businesses create emotional, intentional experiences that foster loyalty, boost revenue, and enhance brand reputation. She discusses the importance of embracing grit, asking for what you want, and navigating fear with resilience, all while highlighting lessons learned from her mother’s trailblazing leadership on Wall Street.
Throughout the conversation, Stacy offers practical insights on how to build effective customer experience systems, leverage technology like AI, and start before you're fully ready. She encourages listeners to serve others through their passions, take bold actions despite uncertainty, and trust in the timing of opportunities. This episode is a reminder that with grit, grace, and a little glitz, you can transform your personal and professional life while making a meaningful impact.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacysherman/
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In this compelling episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika welcomes Misha Homara, CEO of Tri Core Panels, a trailblazer shaping the construction industry with her passion for innovation, leadership, and empowerment.
Misha shares her inspiring journey from accidental entry into the family business to implementing transformative systems like EOS, which have revolutionized her company's operations and team dynamics.
Throughout their conversation, Misha emphasizes the importance of grit, resilience, and self-confidence, recounting pivotal moments that strengthened her resolve and authenticity. With her upcoming Napa retreat focused on empowering women in construction, Misha exemplifies how embracing authenticity and community can elevate leaders to new heights. Her raw honesty and inspiring message remind us all to give ourselves grace, celebrate our glitz, and keep moving forward with purpose.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/mishahomara/
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Today’s episode features an inspiring conversation with Jess Dahl, a purposeful business and life coach currently living in Spain. Jess’s journey from a hairdresser and fitness trainer to an author, podcast host, and nonprofit co-founder showcases her commitment to living boldly and aligning her life with her true purpose. Her story of overcoming health challenges to travel the world, help build orphanages, and fight human trafficking highlights her passion for authentic living and fearless growth.
Jess believes that true wholeness—mentally, physically, and spiritually—is essential for showing up fully in every aspect of life and business.
During the interview, Jess advocates for taking small, consistent steps each day—like walking, journaling, or practicing gratitude—to stay connected to one’s wellness. Her message reminds listeners to embrace their unique journeys, honor their current season, and recognize that sometimes, stepping back is part of moving forward. Jess’s story inspires us all to live boldly, celebrate every part of our story, and trust that we are exactly where we need to be.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-dahl-22651337/
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In this powerful episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika sits down with the dynamic Tamra Andress — spiritual entrepreneur, ordained minister, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and founder of transformative communities and conferences. Tamra shares her journey from burnout and overcommitment to living in true alignment, revealing how surrender, integrity, and a deep spiritual connection became the foundation for her audacious life.
Her insights challenge the traditional hustle mindset, offering instead a path of rest, intentionality, and generosity without expectation.
Together, Erika and Tamra dive into the heart of spiritual entrepreneurship, the delicate balance between privacy and authenticity, and the power of releasing control to avoid burnout. From her weekly Wellspring Call to her upcoming Founder Con, Tamra’s work creates safe, catalytic spaces for leaders to connect, grow, and rise into their next chapter. This conversation is a reminder that audacity isn’t about speed or doing more — it’s about realignment, purpose, and living in a way that feels both grounded and unstoppable.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamraandress/
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The Audacious Women’s Summit 2025 isn’t just another event—it’s a movement. A transformational, high-energy experience for bold, ambitious women across industries who are ready to lead with purpose, break barriers, and rise unapologetically.
This summit is your catalyst—soul-shaking, game-changing, and audacity-igniting—built to catapult you into your next level of leadership, impact, and success.
🔥 This is your moment. Own it. Lead it with AUDACITY.
🎟️ Get ready to grab your ticket and step into your power - be in the room on October 17, 2025.
https://www.erikarothenberger.com/audacious-womens-summit/
In this episode of Grit, Grace & Glitz, we're honored to have Cathy Richards as our guest, sharing her unique story and the lessons she's learned along the way. Cathy opens up about her background, the pivotal moments that shaped her outlook on life, and how she balances strength and elegance in her daily routine.
She discusses the importance of resilience and staying true to oneself, even in the face of adversity, and offers practical advice for cultivating confidence and grace amidst life's challenges.
Her heartfelt stories and candid reflections inspire listeners to embrace their own grit and grace, encouraging us all to pursue our goals with authenticity and a sprinkle of sparkle.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathymrichards/
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In this solo episode, join me as I share a heartfelt message about the power of meaningful connections, trusting your intuition, and boldly expanding into your next chapter.
Embrace how small actions—like reaching out to someone, attending a class, or writing a note—can create ripple effects of impact that not only transform your life but also the lives of others.
Grateful that I get to reflect so openly on my recent experience with a 50,000-word project and upcoming book, Audacious Expansion! I cannot wait for you to get into stories and insights to inspire your growth.
And of course, tune in for your personal invite to be part of the Audacious Summit on October 17th, a transformative space to connect with like-minded individuals and ignite your own expansion just outside of Philly!
Spoiler alert - if you love stories to inspire your courageous moves, crave fuel to be your own kind of fabulousness, and know that setbacks can serve as catalysts for growth ... this is the episode for you.
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This episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz features an inspiring conversation with Amri Kibbler, a visionary entrepreneur, two-time cancer survivor, and passionate advocate for women’s health and well-being. Amri shares her journey through diagnosis, treatment, and rebuilding her life and business, emphasizing the importance of balance, boundaries, and gratitude.
Her story highlights the power of resilience, purpose, and presence, inspiring listeners to embrace their seasons of challenge as opportunities for growth and renewal.
Join us as Amri discusses her new podcast, "The Space Between," dedicated to supporting those navigating cancer and family life, and offers practical tips on managing burnout, setting boundaries, and cultivating self-care. This episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of grace and grit in creating a life that truly glitters.
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In this episode, Jamie shares her incredible journey from surviving domestic violence and homelessness to becoming a fierce MMA champion, self-defense expert, and dedicated change maker.
She discusses the importance of resilience, the power of movement in healing, and her mission to create safe spaces for women through her upcoming gym and nonprofit initiatives.
Jamie also opens up about her personal experiences navigating the legal system, the harrowing realities of her ex’s abuse, and the pivotal moment that propelled her to take control of her life and her daughter’s future. Her story exemplifies what resilience means and stands for.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiecolleen/
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In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika welcomes Megan Sumrell, a time management expert with a corporate background turned productivity coach dedicated to helping women find harmony in their busy lives.
Megan shares her inspiring journey from corporate IT to empowering women with practical planning systems that honor their unique brains and lifestyles. She introduces concepts like A and B days for balancing work and fun, as well as strategies for minimizing context switching and planning for life's uncertainties, all designed to help women operate at their best even when life throws curveballs.
Megan encourages listeners to reframe their approach to time management, prioritize self-care, and create systems that truly serve their needs. Tune in for valuable insights that can transform your daily routines and bring more grace and glitz into your life.
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In another empowering episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, we celebrate the resilience, grit, and determination it takes to build a life and business that makes a difference. Our guest, Alicia Scovill, is a trailblazing woman in the construction industry who owns her own construction and contracting company. With a background serving in the military and a passion for helping veterans, Alicia shares her inspiring journey of overcoming setbacks, embracing resilience, and pushing through challenges to create opportunities for others.
Alicia’s story begins with the influence of her grandfather, a Navy veteran with a mechanical mind, whose detailed stories about how machines work sparked her early interest in mechanics and construction. She talks about how her military background instilled a sense of discipline and grit that carried her through the demanding process of starting her own business, balancing motherhood, and pursuing higher education.
Listen in and learn about the importance of resilience in her journey—how setbacks became opportunities for growth and how perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles in a male-dominated industry.
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In this inspiring episode, Erika sits down with the incredible CJ Stasik — the powerhouse behind She Handles It — to explore what it truly means to handle life with resilience, purpose, and a touch of glitz.
CJ shares her personal journey from feeling overwhelmed and burned out to embracing empowerment, revealing how a defining moment of exhaustion sparked her mission to help women stop doing what they have to do and start prioritizing what they really want.
Additionally, CJ shares her vision for building a community of women ready to live audaciously and unapologetically, and she invites listeners to join her on this journey. You also won't want to miss hearing from Erika - where she highlights her upcoming Audacious Expansion Summit on October 17th, a gathering designed to support women in reaching bold goals and embracing their fullest potential.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjstasik/
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In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, we have the privilege of welcoming Kayla Fite, a former athlete and fitness model turned self-awareness advocate and transformational leader. Kayla shares her powerful story of overcoming significant life challenges, including her mother’s suicide, a difficult divorce, and a tumultuous relationship that ultimately led to her arrest.
Her journey is a testament to resilience, courage, and the ability to turn setbacks into setups for a brighter future. Throughout the conversation, Kayla emphasizes how her understanding of wellness has evolved from a narrow focus on physical appearance to a holistic approach that encompasses mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
She shares her excitement about her upcoming book, which centers on cultivating the courage to be authentic, speak your truth, and pursue your passions without guilt or shame. Her story encourages us all to lean into pain, embrace vulnerability, and rewrite our narratives to create lives aligned with our true purpose. Kayla’s journey reminds us that we are the authors of our stories, and through intentional effort and self-love, we can shape a future filled with grit, grace, and glitz. If you're seeking inspiration to overcome obstacles and live more authentically, this episode offers valuable insights to empower your personal growth and transformation.
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https://www.instagram.com/kayla.fite/
https://www.instagram.com/habitsyoulove/
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Erika welcomes the incredible Darleen Santore, aka Coach Dar, a licensed and board-certified occupational therapist, mental coach, motivational speaker, and resilience expert, on this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz.
Coach Dar shares her powerful journey through adversity, including surviving her third stroke and losing both parents, which deepened her understanding of bouncing back and the importance of resilience. She emphasizes that life is not linear and that grit—persevering despite obstacles—trumps talent every day.
Through heartfelt stories and practical advice, Coach Dar advocates for discovering your "why," embracing the suck, and staying mission-focused to rise above life's challenges. She also highlights the significance of gratitude, surrounding yourself with high performers, and developing emotional intelligence to lead and serve effectively.
With her signature authenticity and energy, Coach Dar encourages us all to show up as our best selves, own our unique stories, and make a lasting impact. Tune in for her golden nuggets on how to get back up, stay gritty, and live a purpose-driven life, reminding us that pain ends and hope endures.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/darleensantore/
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In this empowering episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika sits down with Beth Nydick, a powerhouse in helping women gain visibility and unlock their true potential. Beth shares her inspiring journey of overcoming girl trauma, building authentic relationships, and cultivating a mindset of action and abundance.
She emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with a strong lady gang, embracing imperfections, and taking bold steps toward your dreams—even if it means starting messy. Beth’s contagious energy and practical insights remind us that success begins with believing in yourself and daring to take the first step.
Tune in for motivation, real talk, and tips to elevate your life and business!
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In this engaging conversation, we sit down with Barb Betts, a passionate advocate for empowering women through authentic relationships and meaningful engagement.
Barb shares her insights on how embracing grace and intentional networking can transform your personal and professional life.
Whether you're looking to build lasting connections or elevate your leadership journey, this discussion is packed with practical advice and heartfelt wisdom.
Tune in to discover how the grace of genuine relationships can open doors to new opportunities and create lasting impact.
PS the best part of this collab? Heading to Kentucky in early June to both take the stage at the MEA Energetic Women Conference! You can find us here this June:
https://www.energeticwomen.org/participate/conference/
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In this inspiring episode of Grace and Glitz, Erika Rothenberger welcomes Polish entrepreneur and tech visionary Marcin Ruman.
From growing up in an orphanage in Poland to building a multimillion-dollar business in the U.S., Marcin shares his powerful journey of resilience, risk-taking, and giving back. Discover how networking, embracing discomfort, and taking action can propel you toward your goals.
Marcin also discusses his passion for mentoring youth, his adventures navigating international business during challenging times, and his vision for multiplying success. Tune in for golden nuggets on grit, grace, and the glitz of purposeful living. Don’t miss this episode—your next level awaits!
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I can hardly believe it... today marks 150 episodes of Grit, Grace & Glitz!
This milestone means the world to me, and I’m so grateful you’re here for it. In this solo episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on how this podcast got started during the chaos of Covid, when I was craving connection and community.
I share the story behind the name Grit, Grace & Glitz, what each word means to me, and why this platform has become such a sacred space—not just for storytelling, but for healing, growth, and audacious expansion.
Over the past few years, I’ve had the honor of interviewing incredible guests, sharing powerful moments, and I’ve grown so much along the way—as a host, a mom, a professional, and a woman choosing to expand boldly and fearlessly.
If that resonates with you - I’m dropping a special invitation to the Audacious Women’s Summit on October 17th! This will be a transformational event you do NOT want to miss. Plus, if you leave a review on Apple Podcasts before May 15th, you’ll be entered to win a FREE ticket to the Summit (yes, really)!
Whether you’ve listened to every episode or this is your first one, thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to the grit we build, the grace we give ourselves, and the glitz we get to celebrate along the way. 💫 I can’t wait for what’s next.
Love always,
Erika
The countdown is on! Early Bird tickets for the Audacious Summit will close on May 15 and you want to grab yours NOW!
The Audacious Women's Summit 2025 is more than an event—it's a high-impact experience bringing together ambitious women from across industries who are ready to lead boldly, break barriers, and step fully into their power.
It's a game-changing, soul-shaking, audacity-igniting experience designed to launch you into your next level of leadership and success.
This is your moment. Lead it with AUDACITY.
Grab your ticket and step fully into your power.
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Honored to have been a guest on the Amberly Lago show recently! I'm just back from Amberly's incredible event in Dallas – UNSTOPPABLE SUCCESS SUMMIT – and had to share our recent conversation with all of you.
This conversation is all about stepping into audacity, building unshakable resilience, and taking bold action toward your dreams. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure of your next move, this episode will give you the motivation you need to push forward!
Everything is Figureoutable: my mantra is a game-changer! I want to remind all of us that while some people may have natural talents, true success comes from discipline and consistency. Whether you’re writing a book, launching a business, or chasing a new dream, the key is to take action every single day. No more waiting for the perfect moment, just start!
Turning Trials into Triumphs: I share my story of surviving a violent attack and using that experience to fuel resilience. Instead of letting fear define me, I chose to rise, not just for myself but for my children and the people around me. This is your reminder that setbacks can be setups for something even greater. Find your “why” and let it drive you forward!
In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, host Erika welcomes the dynamic Tracy Solarek, a service-oriented leader with over 25 years of experience in professional development and emotional intelligence. Tracy shares her powerful personal story of resilience, recounting how being let go from her job one month before her wedding became a pivotal moment that launched her into a career she’s deeply passionate about today.
Together, Erika and Tracy dive deep into why emotional intelligence is crucial—not just for leaders or entrepreneurs—but for anyone striving to manage stress, build stronger relationships, and achieve personal growth.
Whether you're a corporate professional, a solo entrepreneur, or a parent wanting to instill confidence in your children, this episode offers valuable insights to elevate your emotional intelligence and empower your life.
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Join host Erika and the incredible Lovelda Vincenzi for an electrifying episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz!
Lovelda, a dynamic speaker, mentor, and MC from across the pond, shares her inspiring journey from an unexpected career in sales to dominating the speaking industry.
With infectious energy, Lovelda discusses the journey of embracing opportunities and the importance of personal responsibility, along with strategies to cultivate a fulfilling career.
Prepare for a fun and intimate conversation filled with valuable nuggets about self-expression, boundary-setting, and the true essence of success.
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The Audacious Women's Summit 2025 is more than an event—it's a high-impact experience bringing together ambitious women from across industries who are ready to lead boldly, break barriers, and step fully into their power.
It's a game-changing, soul-shaking, audacity-igniting experience designed to launch you into your next level of leadership and success.
This is your moment. Lead it with AUDACITY.
Mark your calendar: April 22!
Get ready to grab your ticket and step fully into your power. 💥
In this powerful episode of Grit, Grace & Glitz, we sit down with Nicole Ferry — a 26-year law enforcement and military veteran who transformed her trauma into purpose. Nicole shares her raw, honest journey through decades of service, the mental toll of constant giving, and the breaking point that led her to a trauma treatment facility for 142 days. What started as an act of leadership became a personal reckoning: she realized she was addicted to helping others — at the cost of herself.
Nicole opens up about a near-suicide experience triggered by a prescribed medication and how that moment became the turning point in her healing. Today, she teaches others how to Recognize, Respond, and Reset — a resilience framework born from her own recovery. She reminds us that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s the bravest thing you can do.
If you’ve ever struggled to slow down, put yourself first, or navigate life after trauma, Nicole’s story will meet you where you are and lift you higher.
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In this empowering episode of "Grit, Grace, and Glitz," host Erika Rothenberger welcomes the dynamic Jessica Papineau—a woman who elevates both personal style and self-authenticity. The conversation delves into the synergy of grit, grace, and celebration, emphasizing the importance of embracing one’s true self in both life and fashion.
Erika and Jessica recount their serendipitous meeting during an event, highlighting how genuine connections can transpire from brief encounters when individuals are open and aware. They discuss the power of surrounding oneself with like-minded, inspiring individuals, and how this connection enhances personal growth and success.
Jessica shares her unique journey—from her humble beginnings in rural Maine to her role as a stylist and life coach. She explains her holistic approach to fashion, which is rooted in self-development and personal reflection. Rather than merely helping clients find fashionable outfits, Jessica empowers women to discover and express their authentic selves through their wardrobe choices.
Listeners are encouraged to explore their desires, tap into their childhood creativity, and break free from societal norms that dictate how they should present themselves. Jessica's exercises prompt listeners to visualize their future selves and curate wardrobes that align with their aspirations.
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In this exciting episode of Grit Grace and Glitz, host Erika welcomes expert travel strategist Megan Lanford, who specializes in budget-friendly travel.
The conversation centers around the art of traveling without breaking the bank, revealing how Megan transformed her family's travel experiences from sporadic trips to an impressive six vacations a year while saving nearly $20,000 annually. Truly impressive!
Megan shares her backstory, emphasizing her desire for a rich travel experience for her daughter - who has already flown multiple times at a young age. The discussion highlights the joy and memories that travel brings, especially in contrast to material gifts that are quickly forgotten.
Listeners can expect actionable tips, including the powerful suggestion to switch from a debit card to strategic credit cards to earn travel points effortlessly. Megan stresses the importance of leveraging these points for maximum benefits—sometimes doubling or tripling their value when used wisely.
The episode also covers how to stay authentic on social media while sharing travel experiences and the necessary resilience needed in building a business, especially amid judgment or criticism.
Megan invites listeners to join her free webinars every Tuesday at 1 PM MT, where she dives deeper into travel tips and strategies. If you’re dreaming of your next vacation—be it a grand getaway or a simple staycation—this episode is packed with insights to help make those dreams a reality.
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In this insightful episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, we welcome Alyssa Scarano, a licensed professional counselor, founder of The Collective Theory and Wellness, military spouse, and special needs parent.
Alyssa shares her journey of balancing ambition, personal life, and family while helping clients navigate trauma, setbacks, and personal growth. She provides powerful insights on mindfulness, resilience, and redefining success, reminding us that slowing down can often be the key to speeding up.
If you’re seeking guidance on finding balance, overcoming life’s hurdles, and giving yourself grace—this episode is for you. Alyssa’s wisdom and expertise will leave you feeling empowered to approach life with a fresh perspective.
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In this powerful episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, we welcome Thomas Scaria, an ultra-marathoner, mentor, and founder of Steps Along the Way.
From his early days as a Project Manager to undergoing a profound personal transformation, Thomas shares his journey of resilience, grit, and purpose.
After facing a life-altering loss during the COVID-19 pandemic, Thomas channeled his pain into running—fueling his commitment to cancer research fundraising and personal growth. Now a coach, speaker, and author, he helps others break through boundaries and step into their fullest potential.
If real life, raw and inspiring stories are what you need this week – this is the episode for you. The resilience displayed by Thomas shines through in his journey …and his grit to conquer more? Undeniable.
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In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, we welcome award-winning speaker, business consultant, and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, Rebecca Ahmed. Rebecca dives deep into why energy is the currency of today and how harnessing it can transform personal and professional success.
She shares powerful insights on:
- How energy fuels productivity and achievement
- The importance of aligning actions with personal values
- Techniques to recharge and sustain energy levels
- The impact of energy on workplace culture and leadership
- Her Five Energetic Success Principles for lasting transformation
From setting boundaries to practicing curiosity and detachment, Rebecca provides actionable strategies to help you stay energized, engaged, and in control of your life. If you're ready for an episode on making the most of what's within and around you, grab a pen and get ready to take notes!
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In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, host Erika celebrates Women in Construction Week, sharing her personal journey as a civil engineer in a male-dominated industry. Erika reflects on her 22-year career, starting as a fresh graduate from Villanova University, stepping onto her first job site with uncertainty but determination.
Erika emphasizes the importance of allyship, mentorship, and lifting others in the industry. She highlights the challenges women face in construction, where only 10% of workers are women, and just 4% are in field roles - and she also highlights the support she’s received from male mentors and colleagues.
Using personal protective equipment (PPE) as a metaphor, she breaks down key leadership lessons:
Boots → Grounding oneself in awareness and challenging biases.
Vest → Investing in talent and supporting others.
Safety Glasses → Strengthening teams through clarity and psychological safety.
Hard Hat → Bringing energy and leadership to every space.
Erika’s message is one of empowerment, resilience, and breaking barriers. She encourages listeners—whether in construction or any industry—to “lace up their boots, put on their hard hat, and rise.”
Erika truly believes that with continued efforts, the percentage of women in construction will grow, and diversity in leadership will strengthen industries. The future is bright!
Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, successful business owner and World Record holder!
She joined us on this week’s episode and brings us the goods on what we all want to know – how do we cut the overwhelm when everybody and everything seem to be buzzing at the same time? What are some strategies from the top that successful women implement and just make part of their routine?
Erika sits down with the first woman to climb the 2nd highest summits on each of the 7 continents and gets into it!
Hear more about how Jenn elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond a life of success to a life of significance - all while making the balancing act manageable, and best of all, so worth it.
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In this powerful episode, Erika sits down with Amanda Soukoulis—a former CPA turned wellness coach—who shares her inspiring journey of resilience, health struggles, and transformation. Amanda opens up about her experience as a finalist for multiple professional cheerleading teams, her health battles with a severe bacterial infection and black mold exposure, and how these challenges propelled her into the world of functional medicine.
She highlights the importance of listening to your body, being your own advocate, and the mindset shift from “Why me?” to “It had to be me.” Amanda also provides valuable wellness insights, including:
✅ The power of functional medicine and proper hormone testing
✅ Why small, consistent habits matter more than quick fixes
✅ How to embrace seasons of struggle (the ‘winter’ phase) as necessary for growth
✅ Tips for balancing hormones, especially for women in perimenopause and menopause
Amanda’s passion for health, mindset, and helping others shine through in this episode. If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or out of balance—this conversation is for you!
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In this inspiring episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz Jocelyn Sandstrom joins the conversation to discuss alignment, flow, and unlocking limitless potential.
Jocelyn, a world traveler and mindset coach, shares how embracing personal truth, taking aligned action, and overcoming self-doubt can lead to success in all areas of life—especially financial flow. As the the founder of Wellness and Metaphysical, a community-driven platform that promotes a higher level of consciousness, she is no stranger to creating what you dream of! Her mindset and energy work have led her to work with global luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Fendi, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Christian Louboutin, and Yves Saint Laurent, among others.
Jocelyn highlights the importance of staying in your knowing, breaking through limiting beliefs, and surrounding yourself with mentors who inspire growth. Using powerful analogies like Roger Bannister’s 4-minute mile, Jocelyn explains how seeing others achieve the impossible can help us reframe our own potential.
Jocelyn’s personal journey, including her experience with NLP, hypnosis, and overcoming personal struggles, showcases the transformative power of mindset work. She encourages us all to recognize the energy they bring to situations, make decisions based on alignment, and celebrate small wins along the way.
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In this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, guest Erin Stafford shares her personal journey with burnout and peak performance.
Erin, former Head of Marketing for the largest healthcare staffing company in the US, opens up about her experience managing a team of 75 people during the pandemic -- all while the company grew 27x in 6 years. 6 years!
She talks us through how her Type A personality and work ethic led to her eventual burnout, despite previously dismissing the whole concept. Erin takes us through her recovery journey, which included researching burnout, writing her book 'Type A Trap', and developing a course to help others.
The discussion emphasized the importance of integrating work and life, taking small steps towards change, and redefining success beyond traditional metrics.
Ready to take care of yourself, avoid burnout and truly be your best self? Erin's story - and this episode - are for you.
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This week on Grit, Grace, and Glitz Erika features an inspiring interview with dynamo Brooke Hemingway. Brooke tells it best: “an accidental entrepreneur after having already brought 5 humans into the world, I had a crash course in all things business, marketing, leadership, and personal development.”
Brooke shares her incredible journey from traditional stay-at-home mom to thriving entrepreneur and leader, all in a very short time. In this conversation, we learn how she built a 7-figure network marketing business in just 18 months - while raising 5 young children - and later 6!
She candidly discusses overcoming major challenges, including a devastating business loss that cost her $500,000 a year coupled with navigating personal attacks. Throughout the conversation the emphasis on self-care, wellness, and cultivating a positive mindset shine through - all part of Brooke's journey to where she is today.
Brooke is known to say "...success is the combination of joy, meaningful relationships, prosperity, and purposeful impact" - and this conversation with her holds true to this.
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In this episode, Erika sits down with Cindi Cohn, known as the 'queen of joy', who leads wellness workshops and promotes positivity.
A prolific advocate for mental health, raising emotionally resilient kids and nature conservation, guest Cindi shares her personal journey from depression to discovering joy. We learn why intentional living and community support are key in this evolution, while discussing it all ... marriage, personal growth, and the power of gratitude.
Cindi revealed that after 31 years of marriage she continues to work on improving her relationship, highlighting that marriage requires ongoing effort. The conversation also explored the significance of being surrounded with positive people and creating supportive communities. Cindi's motto, 'live with intention, love with your whole heart, and always seek more joy', is one of the many take-aways you're sure to keep from this episode.
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Join Erika and her guests Julie Nee and Amy P Kelly on this week’s episode!
Julie and Amy share the goods on about accountability partners, why opening up and being vulnerable is going to serve us well in 2025 and more.
Embrace the idea of a “pause partner!”. Julie and Amy share what intentional pausing has done for their day-to-day along with recalibrating when replenishing is needed. This concept of a pause partner will have you seeking out yours in no time - and gives you permission to even take a pause from your partner when those moments pop up (we all have ‘em!).
This group discussion brings a new pace to Grit, Grace and Glitz - you don’t want to miss this episode!
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If you're ready to learn about unstoppable success, the grit behind the glory, the storyline driving RESILIENCE - this is the episode for you!
Join host Erika and dynamo guest Amberly Lago as they do a deep dive into their personal journeys to where they are now - successful entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, podcasters and more - complete with a sneak peek into their daily practices, tips on bouncing back and what they do to spark joy when the going gets tough.
Together, they show us what it takes to step into your best self - whatever your circumstance. Amberly uplifts the audience in this episode with her engaging story of success, leaving us with wise words:
"Joy is contagious, and we all become UNSTOPPABLE together!"
Also expect to learn more about Amberly's book release and Spring '25 event in Texas!
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2025, we are ready for you!
Join Erika as she personally shares her simple and effective tips for setting up success - the tips she uses are the same ones she is sharing with you!
Tune in to capture what is working NOW to ease into the new year with a game plan - and actionable items so 2025 brings all you deserve and more!
Whether you catch this episode on December 31 or into 2025, grab a pen and get ready to take notes and GO for it.
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Looking to kickstart your 2024 with a dose of real talk and deep insight? Then this episode with Kim Fitzpatrick is just what you need. Kim, an exceptional businesswoman who embodies resilience and strength, shares her journey and how she presses on - giving us an exclusive peek into her daily practice of self-love and self-care.
Listen in as she shares her daily ritual of reminding herself of her inner strength and discusses her two thriving businesses, Fitz Life and Legacy by Kim. Can you navigate authenticity and personal growth while dealing with the highs and lows of life? Kim answers this by sharing her personal experiences—her highs filled with infectious positivity and lows rooted in grief for her late mother. Plus, she provides valuable advice on the 'rule of three' and how to effectively audit and improve your self-care practices.
Be ready to be inspired and identify the difference between self-soothing and self-sabotage. By the end of this episode, you'll have a newfound appreciation for the power of self-love, self-care, and radical ownership of your own growth.
Join us as we have a great conversation with professional speaker - and advocate for women and girls - Mary Messner this week. Mary is a guest who consistently inspires her audience through storytelling, humor, and emotion.
This week on our show, Mary shares perspectives about her pivotal career shift to now sought-after keynote speaker - and brings the goods on her methodology:
DREAM
FEEL
CREATE
Get that big dream on paper, and be very clear about what it would feel like to create it!
Learn how to be guided to live into your dreams - and not just goals and checklists - with authenticity and ease.
In this episode, Erika and Mary uncover why asking for help results in an immediate response and the humility to say "I feel out of balance, help me figure it out" is a GOOD THING! The permission to be yourself, ask for what you need and expect the best are waiting for you.
On the cusp of 2025, prepare to make the next year as powerful and aligned as ever - with Erika and Mary's inspiration right there with you.
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Join us in this episode as Erika hosts Yamini Naidu - the world's only economist turned business storyteller.
Yamini's clients rate her among the top business storytellers globally. She is on a quest to make everyone a better storyteller at work, play and home! You do not want to miss this dynamic conversation.
Learn - and embrace! - the difference between a hustle-based approach and a heart-based approach to your work.
Approach setting goals and persistence to acheive those goals from a different lens than usual, and add to your Eastern philosophical vocabulary in this episode too!
You'll hear these terms in the episode and we encourage you to apply them wherever you can:
Abhyasa (ah-bee-yah-sah) - show up and do the workVairagya (vai-rahg-yah) - don't be attached to the outcomesPrepare to be enlightend in this conversation about staying the course, investing in yourself and being true to the work you are bringing to the world.
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5 actions you can take now to enter 2025 with clarity, confidence, and unstoppable momentum?
Erika’s got you covered in this week’s episode!
The new year is only weeks away and this means you have a personal competitive advantage - getting your action steps going, and casting a vision so bright you’ll surprise yourself.
In this episode Erika shares what she’s personally doing now to set up a stellar 2025 - new strategies, basic building blocks and all that’s in between.
Listen in and get your own game plan going, ready for an epic year ahead.
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Do you believe that “set”backs are actually “set”ups for something better - for what’s meant to be next for you? Believe that there’s something on the other side of the feeling of being in the trenches, day in and day out?
Join guest Jessica Welch - California “boss babe” turned Wyoming ranch wife - and Erika as they talk all things side hustles, major life changes and everything in between!
From understanding who 10,000 ft elevation friends are to people who help you peel back those layers and take your call at 2am - Erika and Jessica get into the goods on the “middle aged mom” life and what makes those real relationships!
Also learn to identify what fuels you and not what’s expected of you - and hear what Jessica and Erika view as drivers of fulfilment coming from within. Spoiler alert: it’s not what you think!
"Your predicament does not determine your destiny!"These words could not be more true and our guest, Lia Valencia Key, shares this beautiful quote from her late mother – along with several other touching moments throughout this episode.Lia weaves stories of her childhood along with her present day mission tocreate jewelry to be beautiful, visual reminders to use LIGHT, JOY, LOVE, GRATITUDE and PEACE as our GUIDING STARS in this conversation with Erika. Together, they talk about the beauty of true resiliency and how absolutely anyone can stand in their strength, regardless of their circumstance.
Expect to be moved and inspired in this candid conversation. Lia’s natural glow comes through the entire time; you do not want to miss learning from some of her biggest life lessons so far.
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Join Erika and Lauren Furtado for an engaging conversation on our favourite topic – grit, grace & glitz.
Lauren is a CPA with an impressive 18+ year track record in the accounting industry. Her background in a prestigious Big 4 firm helped land her where she is today - helming her own business as a successful fractional CFO.
Lauren’s remarkable story of grit and perseverance will move you and show you that regardless of what life has planned, drawing from strength and determination is often the answer.
We learn the power of saying “no” and setting boundaries to allow what matters the most to surface to the top – and no doubt lessons from Lauren’s episode will leave you with fresh prospective.
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Join guest Natalie Gardner and Erika as they get gritty and bring the goods on how passion + an entrepreneurial spirit = RESULTS!
Natalie's unwavering belief in helping others with clean skincare and making impact is the spoiler alert you didn't know you needed - her belief in what's possible comes through in this conversation and you want to be ready to take notes.
Together, Erika and Natalie talk about how a grassroots idea saw massive success once the lessons below kicked in!
- step backward before you go forward at times
- give grace to yourself - and give yourself a pause when needed
- analyze the why - and stop being so hard on yourself
Knowing your end goal, as Natalie shares, can often be the compass when navigating challenge and the story of a skincare line's success brings many lessons - for both personal and entrepreneurial ventures.
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Join Erika and Cynthia St. Pierre, Head of Marketing MassMutual Greater Philadelphia, as they sit down and have a great conversation you want in on!
Feedback comes from many sources but - how do you receive it? Do you see feedback as a negative, as an opportunity for growth or perhaps - sometimes unsure how to take it all in?
Erika and Cynthia talk openly about how as their careers have evolved, so has their openness to feedback and most importantly, what these lessons have taught them about professional growth.
You can expect a different lens on how to “digest” feedback going forward - everything from taking stock through to keeping what’s nourishing.
Join the conversation, you’ll be glad you did!
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Nothing ventured, nothing gained! Erika and Rose are no strangers to taking a leap of faith and sometimes, just hoping for the best and knowing it will all work itself out.
Together, they discuss the challenges and opportunities that have come their way as a result of stepping out of the status quo and well - just going for it!
Join this conversation as Erika opens up a discussion around risk, making a career move that doesn’t necessarily “fit” the resume and then celebrating it all.
We explore the grit behind putting preconceived notions to the side and just stepping into your greatness. It all starts with taking the first step into what feels like the unknown – and the rest is beautiful history.
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In this episode, Erika and Jen work through the word “resilience” - what it means, how they step into it on the regular, and how it drives so many of the success stories they have witnessed both in their own lives and around them.
Jen deep dives into her story and her path to success as a restauranteur, all while being a devoted wife and mom – focussing on her personal wellness at the same time. With some difficult moments along the way that Jen ultimately overcomes, she finds purpose by tapping into her own ability to shine.
With so many competing obligations in a day, both Jen and Erika share there tips on keeping it all together and how relying on resilience is often the magic bullet.
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Join us for an episode tackling some of the tougher conversations that need to be had - the ones that take up space, the ones that are the elephant in the room, and the ones that require grit.
Erika welcomes guest Alreen Haeggquist - a sex abuse survivor - as she shares her deeply personal story of childhood abuse and the steps she’s taken to overcome the long-lasting effects
Alreen founded her own law firm, Haeggquist & ECK LLP which has helped hundreds of other women stand up for themselves. She have challenged high-profile entities including The Salk Institute, Trader Joe’s, Kaiser Permanente, the San Diego Sheriff‘s Department, and a President-elect.
Erika and Alreen open up about some of the most challenging circumstances they’ve ever had to overcome and how they have harnessed these experiences to make them who they are today. Together, they deliver what it means to summon the grit to come out stronger on the other side.
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Oviphysiques joins us on this week's episode - Ovi and Kelly bring so much knowledge and wisdom to our listeners with their decades of experience helping others with mindset, fitness and achieving their goals!
Ovi and Kelly run a phenomenal online Fitness and Nutrition company focusing on everyone’s unique situation - embracing the uniqueness in each person.
Their approach is all about long-term sustainable progress and success - and understanding what wellness really means. Listen in as we understand why mindset is the true driver for success in the wellness game, where we embrace that being fit is more than just what meets the eye. Oviphysiques has truly mastered that it's about showing up for you, and the end game is really about feeling good about yourself.
Join the conversation and learn more about what sustainable, ongoing wellness really looks like - wherever you are in your journey.
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“We aren’t china dolls - we’re meant to live life a bit messy”.
Erika sits down with her dynamic guest this week - Nicole Stephenson - who is well known for transforming unknown possibilities into promising outcomes through connection and collaboration.
Nicole is no stranger to excelling at multiple roles all at once, but as we learn in this conversation - has truly mastered the art of “choice” via 3 magic words: “work-life choice”. Nicole gracefully steps out of the “work-life balance” label and defines what focus, accountability and intention mean to her.
We invite you to join Erika and Nicole at the table, bringing the goods on why setting healthy expectations at work, at home, and all the places in between may just be the best glitzy choice you’ve made for yourself in a long time.
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The dynamic Sheramy Jonsson sits down with Erika in this week's episode - on the heels of the popular ISA (Industrial Supply Association's) Fall conference in Florida!
Sheramy, National Account Manager at Norton/Saint-Gobain, brings the goods on what a pivotal moment looks like (spoiler alert: you can't always tell when you're in one!), why hindsight is 20/20 in these moments and how easy it is to miss the feeling in that moment.
Sheramy's story of a mentor who saw greatness in her bigger than she could see in herself will help shine the light right back on you. Biggest takeway? Sheramy's philosophy that the best thing we can do is put the good back out there ... where it's least expected.
If you've ever known deep down you need to stop looking externally and put your own "gas in the tank", this episode is for you. Erika and Sheramy will show you how extending the light and fostering relationships have furthered their careers immeasurably - and how this applies to us all.
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Have you ever felt this pull from the universe that you are simply just MADE FOR MORE? Have you ever wondered if playing safe and playing small is what's been instilled in you?
Erin and Erika hear you and want you to join this conversation as they talk about how to live an authentic life…UNAPOLOGETICALLY! Erika's guest, Erin Renninger, is skilled at helping others find their inner Abundant Badass and live their lives Unapologetically Authentic.
Tap into that intuition we all have and ACT! However small that next step is, however daring it feels ... know that at the end of it all, nothing will feel as good as knowing you had no regrets.
Erin boldly shares - "we are here to serve, but we are also here to be served" and her conversation openly covers how the give-and-take are really what it's all about.
Listen in and also learn how Erin's definition of the acronym B.O.L.D. will take you to your next level, and give you that anchor ... no matter where you are in your journey.
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What a fun episode to share today! Our dynamic guest comes with over two decades of experience in the fashion and beauty industry.
Angela Foster specializes in empowering high-achieving women to exude confidence by curating a wardrobe tailored to their unique needs.
Angela’s clients consistently show up self-assured, whether it’s during keynote presentations, high-stakes board meetings, or daily life, all thanks to a meticulously curated wardrobe that works - accentuates their body shape, and reflects their personal style.
If you're ready to hear
- why dressing in line with your personal style boosts career success and self-assurance
- how the link between stylish, well-fitting outfits and an uplifted mood and energy, even on tough days, works to your benefit
- how to make a memorable, professional impact by building a wardrobe full of outfits you love to be seen in
...then this is the episode for you!
Erika and Angela bring you some "fact bombs", key tips on how to start feeling your BEST (because you DO have to get dressed each morning) and what 44% of women on the planet get overlooked on. Listen in!
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Sitting down with 30 year industry veteran Renee Ricciotti means we lean in, take notes and repeat!
Faced with many challenges as a 3M female industrial leader, Renee has put her leadership skills and industry expertise to work by successfully building multi-functional teams to effectively serve 3M’s Safety and Industrial customers.
In this episode, Renee opens up about how she's made her own "place in the space" - a place where she's sometimes had to count on allies, invite herself to the Happy Hour (pro tip - just go for it!), and be heard in a male-dominated environment.
Together Renee and Erika invite you to define YOUR own space and to define what your "all" means to you - and only you. They encourage you to take a page from their book and know that no question is too small, no question is too obvious as you navigate being your best under your terms.
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"We do not live to work, we work to live".
Kicking off this episode with some words of wisdom from Anthony Spatichia, Managing Partner of MassMutual Greater Philadelphia (MMGP) - and setting the tone for this important conversation!
On the eve of MMGP's 2024 Victory Campaign Kick-Off Meeting, Erika and Anthony talk shop about balancing business commitments, personal goals, family and more. Together they share their top tips on planning 90 days out and what it means to truly structure their days to deliver the best to those around them.
Spoiler alert - setting up your "12 week year" allows for reaching those big, audacious goals with resilience, and moving the needle forward a little each day - all while watching your daily actions amount to great results.
Listen in and be ready to take notes!
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Anthony Spatichia is a registered representative of and offers securities and investment advisory services through MML Investors Services, LLC. Member SIPC. 2 Bala Plaza, Ste 901, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Tel: 610-766-3000.
MassMutual refers to Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (Springfield, MA 01111-0001).
Join Erika as she sits down with author of 7 books, sought-after speaker, educator and storyteller - Kyle S. King!
Erika and Kyle get into the goods around writing your own story, creating a ripple impact and what it takes to keep going in the face of tremendous personal challenge.
A professional speaker dedicated to empowering 100,000 professionals through authentic storytelling, Kyle shares his own life's journey and how empowering it is to unpack your own story, pen that story and focus on building the foundation of what's really inside you.
This episode will move you to new heights and give you permission to truly work through your own storytelling, loud and proud.
Listen in as dynamo Paula Versano shares her story of growth, personal development, and stepping into her own next level!
Have you ever felt that everything around you looks perfect from the outside but on the inside, something was just missing? Ever feel like on the checklist of accomplishments, you’ve got it covered - but there’s still an emptiness and a void that you know can be filled with the right focus?
This episode is for you – Paula’s story of evolving into her next chapter (and moving to Italy to boot) will inspire you and show you what’s possible. She overcame the odds, put aside what others had to say and got clear with the outcomes of health, fulfillment, and deeper relationships that she intended.
This episode shows us all what’s possible when we take the leap and don’t look back!
Kathy Miller - author of Steel Toes and Stilettos, A True Story of Women Manufacturing Leaders and Lean Transformation Success - joins us for an informative conversation this week!
Kathy launched her career in Operations as a 17 year old co-op student at a vehicle assembly plant, and progressed through engineering, marketing, lean and operations leadership roles, working for four large publicly traded corporations in executive roles. Her experience in saying yes, saying no, and being heard shine through in this episode.
One of the biggest take aways you'll leave with is "If you're saying yes to everything, you are saying no to some things - but you're just saying no by default instead of on purpose." Words of wisdom!
Erika and Kathy bring the goods on juggling intense, fulfilling careers, being the only women in the boardroom at times - alongside managing life's other demands as moms and spouses, and making it all work.
Slowing down to speed up is a thing!
Listen in as Kelly and Erika bring the goods on setting your own pace, why that matters and their own journeys on getting to their personal best. As an Executive, Business & Life Coach, Speaker, Strategist & Writer Kelly works with high-level clients to break through what is holding them back in order to elevate & expand to their next level in personal power, wealth & self leadership.
We learn from Kelly that if your win today - the gain - was getting up and taking a shower, you really do win! It's YOU vs YOU and that's all that matters.
The daily practice of staying out of the comparison game is where the victory happens - and this episode teaches you just that.
Join Kelly and Erika for an episode of "we do real" and celebrate your accomplishments alongside them, however big or small.
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Join me for this 1:1 as we unpack secret (and now, not-so-secret) tips on one of the biggest fears out there... you guessed it, public speaking!
There are so many opportunities to command a room - a toast, a business presentation, a stage talk - the list goes on! Most of us are presented with a mic and a time limit, but there is so much more to delivering your personal best. Whether you're working through some early stage fright or looking for a refresher on the public speaking basics, this episode's for you.
Listen in as we share tried and true strategies to make speaking to a group easier than you'd ever thought possible - with reassurance that you're not alone.
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Have you ever asked yourself near the end of a month, a season or maybe a year – did I achieve more than ever? Did I meet my goals, am I coming out winning on the other side?
In today’s episode, Erika sits down with Alexis Ocampo, a renowned athlete with a string of accolades behind her: Senior Athlete and Assistant Coach for the AAU USA National Karate Team, 5-time World Karate Champion and 20-time USA National Karate Champion, just to name a few.
They have a candid conversation around the mental checklist so many of us carry. This list often forgets the more important question – am I fulfilled? With all the work that I put in each day, is there a legacy I will be leaving?
Alexis' openness will help you reframe your conversation with yourself, set you up for perspective on what's to come and best of all - help you redefine what "winning" really means.
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Join Erika and guest Lisa Hocker for some real talk on starting a business, staying in the game and getting to the other side of fear (spoiler alert - it's so worth it)!
Harnessing the grit to follow your dreams is no stranger to Lisa, who took a brilliant idea from concept to market successfully. Impacting sales, direct sales and network marketing professionals everywhere is Lisa's latest venture, one that you want to learn about!
Listen in as episode 9 inspires you to push yourself - and your ideas - to the next level.
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Do not miss this week’s episode as we sit down with dynamo Meridith Alexander!
Her life experiences and encouraging storytelling make for a heartfelt episode that will leave you feeling ready to take on whatever your personal “ALL” looks like!
A few minutes with Meridith will quickly show you why she is known for her highest belief in self! As she shares - It's the YOU who says YES to your "impossible dreams," the YOU who commits to an epic destiny rather than letting excuses hold you
back. This journey doesn't depend on luck or circumstances. It requires YOU to commit to taking the first step.
Her take on what it means to shine your light, how to be ready for things you can never really be ready for - and more - are all captured in this enlightening conversation.
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Join us this week as we sit down with dynamo Alicia - a devoted wife, mother, corporate executive and coach.
Drawing from decades of experience in corporate America, our guest today brings us a wealth of wisdom! Listen in as we explore what it takes to break out of the daily grind and truly pursue what matters to - YOU.
Learn from Alicia’s brilliant career and then pivot - both shaping her as a true “developer” of people’s personal and professional potential.
With a panache for helping others see what their unique gifts are, Alicia shows us what authentic leadership looks like.
One of the best parts of this conversation? Leaving inspired to step out of the box society, your environment and perhaps even you have created for yourself. Your zone of genius awaits - listen in, shine through the mundane, and never look back.
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Our guest today, Elisa Cruickshank, brings over a decade of experience in Banking, Finance, and in Learning and Development to the list of her many credentials.
The #momlife is real in this episode as Erika and Elisa embrace "done is better than perfect" and share how they both just keep it going on all fronts!
Elisa brings the perfect mix of ambition - exactly what has fueled her success - to the conversation, and her love of being a mom! She shows up with passion and no doubt has what it takes to build impactful and engaging training in her role as an Instructional Designer. Her commitment to mentorship and leaving conversations better than she found them shines through on this episode.
Erika and Elisa give us all permission to keep it real, to take on whatever the day brings and to balance it all in the most imperfectly perfect way - listen in for more!
Spoiler alert - you will be inspired to find your calm in nature, regularly, after this conversation
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Kathryn Gordon joins Erika on Grit, Grace & Glitz this week and brings the goods on self-care, giving yourself grace whatever personal season you’re in and embracing the roller coaster of marriage!
Erika and Kathryn share their personal stories of managing it all - with humor and authenticity to boot.
Kathryn is a wife, mother, businesswoman, movie producer, bestselling author of Relationship GRIT and host of the Kathryn for REAL! podcast. You don’t want to miss her insight on doing real - through marriage, kids, entrepreneurship and more!
Connect with Kathryn here (and grab her amazing freebies):
https://kathrynforreal.com/
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With a rich background in psychology, nursing, and mindfulness meditation, our guest today bring a diverse array of knowledge and practical wisdom to our episode!
Danielle Taylor balances the roles of both a mother and career woman, understanding the challenges and triumphs that come with this dual journey.
Her unique approach to slowing down, exploring the inner meditator in you and truly taking the time to look inward is refreshing and much-needed. Danielle teaches us to take a deep breath, believe in ourselves, and take that bold first step towards whatever is next. Her step-by-step walk through on what we can all do right now to feel better grounded is so helpful.
The conversation with Danielle shows us how to take a holistic approach, focusing on key areas such as cultivating self-love, managing stress effectively, and continually growing.
Connect with Danielle here, and grab her free download as well: https://www.elevatehercoaching.net/
Join Erika as she sits down with the dynamic Stacey Wallenstein!
Known as The Mint Chip Mama (tune in to learn why!), Stacey is a savvy family traveler, content creator, proud mom and wife, and so much more. Listen in as she shares how to handle delicate conversations as a small business owner, how to navigate the globe with a family in tow and make it all work, and how to find your balance once your kids start school.
Stacey’s direct advice – along with great stories about her journey along the way - make for a light episode filled with value.
Be prepared to leave inspired wanting to see the world, do more with the minutes in your day and learn even more about The Mint Chip Mama.
Connect with Stacey here:
https://themintchipmama.com/
From aspirations to lighting up the Saturday Night Live stage to her impactful career as a leadership coach and speaker, Ana shares her incredible story of transformation. Listen in as we explore how her sense of humor has become an invaluable tool in her professional development toolkit, keeping training sessions not only educational - but also entertaining.
In this conversation with Ana, we also turn our attention to the power of coaching and actionable steps to empower business owners and franchisees to scale their operations! Delve into the importance of self-awareness, social awareness, and the inner confidence so key for effective communication. You'll hear how embracing authenticity and resilience, coupled with a supportive community, can propel you toward your goals.
And the part you may just enjoy the most? Hearing from both Erika and Ana how liberating it is when you sincerely don’t care what non-supporters think about you. Absolute bonus take away!
Connect with Ana here:
https://anawelsh.com/
Many of us live in a fast paced world. We juggle so many roles and strive to be great at everything we do. While there is nothing wrong with trying to bring our best to everything we do, sometimes we need to stop and remember that "we can do anything, we can't do everything".
That is the motto Shoshana McNiel lives and strives by. As the owner and instructor at SoulBeat Studio and 6 ABC's fitness tip expert, Shoshana is upbeat and always showing up in her very best. In today's episode, Erika and Shoshana shift to the vulnerable side and share the times when they're not at their best, when they fall short, and how they pick themselves up after all the crying and move forward to become better versions of themselves. As Shoshana says, "it's ok to not be ok". Two powerhouses showing their vulnerable side? This is an episode you don't want to miss.
Join us as Erika brings the goods in this solo episode! Talking about personal excellence isn’t natural for most of us but – we all hold excellence within us.
Have you ever held yourself back from that big audacious goal? Have you wondered how and why others take an idea and just make magic with it?
A big part of the answer is belief in self, and believe in personal excellence. Tune in and listen to Erika’s personal experience, what she does in these moments and learn how to excel using your own excellence!
On our 100th episode we explore the transformative impact of both stillness and community with entrepreneur, investor, top podcast host, and the founder of Powerhouse Women - Lindsey Schwartz!
Join our conversation and tap into the power of embracing quiet moments, the courage to decline commitments that just don't align, and the art of accountability. These insights will inspire you to honor your season of personal growth - wherever you are in your journey - and start a deeper relationship with yourself.
This episode isn't just about embracing calm; it's about encouraging the overachiever in you to find answers in the stillness - if you're at full speed, give yourself permission and embrace this at your own pace! Get real with yourself on what drives overwhelm.
This episode is an invitation to slow down to (maybe) speed up - and to know your feeling in alignment is the path to what's next. Join us as we share stories, strategies, and real advice to nurture your inner powerhouse.
Connect with Lindsey & Powerhouse Women here: https://powerhousewomen.co/
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with Dr. Seema Desai, as we delve into her transformation from perfectionist to empowering leaders!
Listen in as Dr. Desai shares her insights on the importance of stepping beyond comfort zones to unlock personal growth - and how often, easy choices lead us to stagnation.
As a mother who has navigated the challenging waters of postpartum depression, Dr. Desai's dedication to fostering heart-centered leadership offers a fresh perspective on the roles of vulnerability and strength. Her candid stories of yoga, travel, and the pursuit of balance will inspire you to reassess the easy choices that may be limiting your extraordinary potential. Dr. Desai's reflections on the inner conflict and guilt that can accompany the pursuit of societal acceptance serve as a reminder of untold stories behind seeming professional success.
Tune in for a discussion that challenges the glorification of busy-ness and advocates for the power of mindful pauses, what long-term success really could be and well-being.
Connect with Dr Seema here: https://drseemadesai.com/
Erika and Robin sit down for a candid conversation around relinquishing control, doing that gut check with ourselves when we aren't feeling in integrity, and everything in between!
Robin's remarkable story of pain killer addiction to now 6+ years of recovery, while helping other women and youth with addiction prevention, will have you looking at "addiction" from a whole new lens. In this powerful episode, learn how these negative patterns can begin to what positive actions will help you let go of control.
Leave this episode discovering that there is so much more to life when we are driven to serve - whether you have dealt with addiction or not, anywhere in your life.
Connect with Robin: https://www.instagram.com/robinbrockofficial/
Join Erika as she spends time with 7-Figure Earner & Mentor, Jessica Reigner, on her inaugural episode! Together they talk about what it takes to recognize opportunity when it comes calling - while believing in yourself to make shifts for yourself, your family and your future.
Jessica and Erika will take you through what it means to invest in others, how attraction statements work, what kind of grit it takes to be able to leave a successful career to build a life by design, and more.
We know the grace is often in the grit - asking ourselves some tough questions and then just taking the leap to the next level.
Listen in on what real opportunities can be manifested, and focus on what it means to be true to yourself.
Because sometimes, all you need is a bit of your own Grit, Grace and Glitz to be the best version of you.
Embark on a transformative journey with career coach extraordinaire, Zach White - an engineer who once teetered on the brink of personal and professional collapse.
The grace in giving without expecting a return may appear elusive, but it lies at the heart of today's conversation. Zach demonstrates how small acts of kindness—towards both others and ourselves—can bloom into unexpected fulfillment. Our discussion continues around the idea of focused action. Discover why mastering one task at a time often leads to greater success than spreading yourself too thin!
Zach inspires us to invest our efforts with intention before pursuing the next shiny object. Through focused action, we explore strategies that transform simple understanding into real results. His story is a testament to the success possible with guidance and coaching.
Tune in and allow Zach to guide you to embracing perseverance, self-compassion, and finding joy in your everyday endeavors.
Connect with Zach here:
https://oasisofcourage.com/about-us/
In this episode, we are joined by dynamo Tia Cristy and her trifecta of roles as radio personality, author, and CEO. Tia has earned the title of Personality and Tips Expert in Lifestyle, Health, and Beauty through radio, television, and print - and her energy comes through easily in this conversation with her.
Listen in as we unpack the art of balancing the hustle with self-kindness and the important practice of celebrating all our victories - big and small.
Tia shares her insight on slicing through information overload to deliver trusted content, while staying true to herself and her brand. For those who at times find themselves buried under to-do lists, this episode shines the light on what to do next using mindful practices and nurturing self-care.
No doubt this conversation with Tia serves as your reminder to step into the spotlight and let the world hear what you have to say - embracing authenticity and integrity the whole way through.
Connect with Tia here: https://tipsfromtia.com/
Struggling to find your shine amidst the daily grind? We got you! Take a page from Dr. Noor Ali's book as we intertwine wisdom on self-worth, healthy self-care rituals and confidence together. A Bangladeshi-American doctor and health insurance specialist, Dr. Ali opens up about her transformative journey from self-doubt to embracing her true potential.
This episode isn't just about finding confidence; it's a celebration of personal growth no matter where you are in your personal journey. Noor also openly shares about the often glossed-over conversation surrounding women and money, reinforcing the importance of de-stigmatizing profit goals, financial ambition and owning our financial narratives without guilt.
As the episode progresses, expect to leave with a message of kindness—to yourself and to others—as you courageously step forward on your path.
Connect with Dr. Ali here: https://drnoorhealth.com/
Join us for an in-depth and empowering conversation with Azadeh Atzberger. This beautiful soul has walked through so much life - and her journey is incredible.
Azadeh opens up and shares traumas and challenges she has encountered – and all the while, how she kept her focus on solutions and a better life for herself.
Sometimes, as we hear, "brokenness is your best asset”. Her message around solutions is all the fuel you need, and her thoughts on being open to how those solutions manifest are a bright light.
Listen in as we talk about servant leadership, overcoming adversity, and what it takes to find peace regardless of where you’re at today.
Connect with Azadeh here: https://finallyfreelife.com/
Join me this week as I sit down with productivity powerhouse Sarah Ohanesian - who brings a wealth of knowledge from her world to our episode.
Feeling overwhelmed often can be a signal - a signal that changes are needed or a plan to avoid burnout is the next step. And - it's not just about the warning signs; it's also about finding that sweet spot between professional drive and personal well-being before it can feel like a roller coaster ride.
Sharing transformative insights on how to achieve high performance without burnout is one of Sarah's superpowers! In this conversation, we shed light on the subtle - yet serious - signs of burnout and offer candid advice on managing the load we carry, including the hard-earned wisdom of when to say NO.
Sarah shares her top productivity strategies, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing tasks that truly resonate with our objectives. Her wisdom not only guides us through setting and achieving goals, but also encourages us to celebrate every glittering success along the way.
Connect with Sarah: https://www.so-productive.com/
As the whirlwind of life often sets in, it's the art of balance that keeps us grounded – and who better to shine a light on this than Barb Betts? Barb is a real estate maven who has mastered the tightrope walk of career and family.
Tune in as we unpack her top tips on managing a successful career while keeping family at the forefront, celebrating achievements, and the unwavering rule that if it's not on your calendar, it's simply not a priority. Barb's strategies for integrating family time into a hectic schedule are not only inspiring but practical for anyone looking to harmonize their work-life balance.
We also learn more about the RELATE method, promoting authentic connections over transactions.
Lastly, hear about Barb's personal journey of dealing with hair loss, the decision to wear wigs, and how sharing this story publicly led to a deeper sense of self-acceptance and confidence.
Connect with Barb here: https://www.barbbetts.com/
Join a journey filled with tenacity and triumph as we delve into the transformative power of grit alongside guest Danielle Cobo.
Danielle’s story brings us strategies that create unstoppable resilience! The challenges she faced with the early arrival of her twins - and her meteoric rise from a Fortune 500 Senior Sales Manager to a bestselling author and esteemed podcast host - bring hope to anyone navigating professional ambition mixed with personal challenges.
Expect practical wisdom on managing chaos with poise, learn how to embrace every small victory and also create boundaries that safeguard family moments. So much wisdom!
Danielle’s book, "Unstoppable Grit," also serves as a guiding light for those ready to carve out their own path. Whether you're driven to build your side business, are spending hours searching "jobs near me," or are receiving promotion after promotion, burnout and self-doubt can be inevitable side effects to creating your dream career - and this amazing book is the tool kit you need.
Don't miss out on this heartening exchange that promises to enlighten and inspire.
Connect with Danielle: https://www.daniellecobo.com
Chelsea Husum, a role model of entrepreneurial spirit and resilience, joins us on Grit, Grace, and Glitz to share her journey of overcoming major trauma and then emerging victorious.
Chelsea opens up about her troubling experience in South America, revealing the enduring impact of trauma and the risks of repressing very real events. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the bravery required to confront things that we had - and still have - no control over.
She also shares what balancing ambition with personal life can feel like, and how she makes it all work! From maintaining a healthy routine to embracing sobriety, we explore the choices that have shaped her success and continue to do so.
For anyone struggling to maintain balance amidst chaos, to find light after personal and deep trauma - this episode is a must-listen. Chelsea highlights that truly, the bravest thing you can do is put yourself first. Listen in as we talk about the road from trauma to thriving, and the stops along the way.
Book:
UNAPOLOGETIC CONFESSIONS OF A HOT MESS MOMPRENEUR
Connect with Chelsea:
https://chelseahusum.com/
With degrees in both engineering and art, our guest today connects with both left and right brained learners as she shares her story of finding balance and transitioning from life as a structural engineer to entertainer, speaker and trainer.
In this episode, we hear from Jen on her B.A.L.L. analogy - one that has become a guiding light, how she transitioned from a corporate role to getting in front of thousands to create change, and why "work life" balance can be redefined for us all - any time we choose!
Jen is often called upon to deliver interactive programs to boost morale, celebrate team milestones, create a more positive work environment, improve team engagement, and navigate change with a growth mindset - and you want to hear what she has to share on our episode today!
To connect with Jen:
https://www.jenslawspeaks.com/
Welcome to Ellie Steinbrink's amazing world - one where she helps you love fashion, be yourself, and feel confident in your professional life.
In this episode, we'll follow Ellie's journey from an unfulfilling advertising job to her true passion in styling, sparked by a revelation during a sleepless night and her discovery of transcendental meditation. So much to listen in on!
Gain insight with Ellie's advice on balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood at career crossroads - something countless women manage every day.
Ellie explains the power of personal branding - and at the same time,learn how being true to yourself and staying consistent can make you stand out and gain trust. Whether you're changing careers, seeking balance in life, or elevating your personal brand, this episode has all your practical tips and inspiration. Tune into our chat with Ellie Steinbrink!
Connect with Ellie here:
https://www.elliesteinbrink.com/
Have you ever considered the power of coaching—not just during a tough time but as an ongoing self-investment? Imagine having a mirror held up to your life from a place of support, providing real perspective and accountability. Together with Jaime Nolan, CEO of The Anima Collective and a Life and Business Coach, we unlock the power of self-investment and master the art of time management.
Jaime openly shares her personal journey - including the time she nearly gave up on a dream - and how she found success through investing in areas outside of her comfort zone. With a wealth of personal experience, Jaime brings us the importance of self-care and how saying "no" can truly be the key to success.
Together, we'll journey through self-reflection and uncover how coaching can provide a perspective shift you just didn’t know you needed. This might be your time!
We delve into the importance of celebrating our achievements, no matter how minor they may seem, and the significance of serving others while striving to be the best version of ourselves.
Join us and prepare for a deep dive into time management, self-investment, and the art of saying no with Jaime. Don't miss this episode!
Learn more about Jaime here: https://www.theanimacollective.com/about/
In this episode, we do a deep dive with Amanda Hofman, co-founder and CEO of Go to Market! Listen in as Amanda takes us through her journey to the top of the branded merchandise industry.
Amanda highlights the shift towards custom print-on-demand solutions, her passion for sustainability, and the importance of pursuing your goals! She also shares her experiences as a busy mom - emphasizing the value of intentional family time and setting aside time for YOU. Amanda advocates for an abundance mindset, one where bringing help into your business or side hustle is a natural process.
Embrace the grace in taking your goals next level with Amanda's story as your guide! Join the conversation and be willing to take those next steps.
To connect with Amanda and Go to Market, link here:
https://www.instagram.com/gotomarketstudio/
Looking to kickstart your 2024 with a dose of real talk and deep insight? Then this episode with Kim Fitzpatrick is just what you need. Kim, an exceptional businesswoman who embodies resilience and strength, shares her journey and how she presses on - giving us an exclusive peek into her daily practice of self-love and self-care.
Listen in as she shares her daily ritual of reminding herself of her inner strength and discusses her two thriving businesses, Fitz Life and Legacy by Kim. Can you navigate authenticity and personal growth while dealing with the highs and lows of life? Kim answers this by sharing her personal experiences—her highs filled with infectious positivity and lows rooted in grief for her late mother. Plus, she provides valuable advice on the 'rule of three' and how to effectively audit and improve your self-care practices.
Be ready to be inspired and identify the difference between self-soothing and self-sabotage. By the end of this episode, you'll have a newfound appreciation for the power of self-love, self-care, and radical ownership of your own growth.
What if you could unlock your true potential by diving into the unknown, just like Anne Randall has? What if an opportunity you have been watching and waiting on, is just a few decisions away? If you have ever felt stuck - but know there's more after the leap - listen in!
We follow Anne's unconventional career path, where she has emerged as a successful franchise owner, speaker, and podcast host she is today. As an early (and current) owner of Orangetheory Fitness studios she put family first, took control of time and big things happened!
Anne also sheds light on the powerful practice of outsourcing and the hidden value of time. We tackle the idea that doing everything yourself is the key to success, and instead, highlight how delegation and trust can bring magic!
If you are ready to break free from fears, defeat your strongest excuses, and unlock your potential to be unstoppable - listen in on this conversation and shine alongside Anne.
Connect with Anne and catch her podcast here: https://bethepersonco.com/podcast/
If you've ever hit an event or season in your life where things come to an abrupt halt, a moment where things just don't feel the same anymore, this episode is for you. On a personal note, that realization came when I had to face personal trauma head-on.
You're not alone in these moments of darkness, and together we'll shine a light on our adversities - turning them into stepping stones.
In this episode, we're not shying away from our uncomfortable conversations but instead, we're leaning into them to nurture a positive mindset.
Through my own experiences, I've discovered 3 strategies I'll share as key to overcoming life's toughest challenges. Let this episode serve as a reminder of the immense power you possess to make a difference. The world needs your inner light to shine through, bright and strong.
Have you ever dreamed of crafting a wellness program that fosters a sense of community and inclusivity? Imagine transforming your workplace into a haven of well-being, and truly ... a sanctuary!
A public speaker, personal trainer, and employee wellness provider at On the Mend, our guest Lisa Snow brings insight into the significance of giving ourselves grace, celebrating victories, and displaying grit in the face of adversity.
Listen in as we explore the challenges of promoting diverse and inclusive wellness programs, particularly in the post-pandemic corporate world.
This episode is packed with tips on how to prioritize wellness in the workplace and take care of yourself - and sheds light on the importance of effective communication in personalized wellness!
Get ready to be intriugued as we explore the extraordinary journey of Christie Finley, a brave warrior who combated acute myeloid leukemia at a tender age with grit, grace, and glitz. Remarkable.
Christie's experience is not just about her battle with cancer; it's about how she founf self-care and self-love even in the grimmest of times. She inspires us with her resilience, teaching us the importance of finding joy and nurturing our well-being amidst life's toughest challenges.
Her capacity to maintain positivity and strength, despite numerous work interruptions and setbacks, is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Christie's story serves as a beacon of light for all of us, showing us we can always find our sparkle and shine bright.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of Christie's fight for her life, her emotional journey, and the essential role of self-care and self-love during trying times. So, come along and be prepared to find your own sparkle - just like Christie does.
Get ready to have your LinkedIn game completely transformed! Our guest - LinkedIn Credibility Consultant - Lindsey Stemann brings the goods on what your next-level LinkedIn self can be!
With a track record of helping her clients generate millions in revenue, Lindsey shares her expertise on how to unlock LinkedIn's potential for personal branding. Her tips on personalized LinkedIn messaging will set you apart from the crowd, making your professional interactions memorable.
Lindsey not only unpacks how to leverage LinkedIn for personal branding but also emphasizes the importance of creating authentic relationships. She shares tips to enhance your online presence, navigate the LinkedIn algorithm, and shift your focus from impressions to engagement. We also delve into taking LinkedIn conversations offline to build deeper connections.
Don't miss out on Lindsey's insightful tips and techniques! Tune in and learn how to make LinkedIn work for your personal brand.
Link to learn more: https://www.mcmillionconsulting.com/
Join host Erika Rothenberger for an inspiring conversation with Cheldin Barlatt Rumer on "Elevating Your Voice"!
Cheldin, a former Division One athlete, mother of two, professor, personal branding expert, and author shares her passion for empowering people and highlighting diverse female leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs. She is a FORCE and you want to listen in!
In this episode, we discuss Cheldin's journey from TV fascination to a career in media, the power of active listening, and her "Scream Your Dream" initiative for personal branding and goal achievement. Explore self-talk, positivity, and gratitude for personal growth and transformation. Cheldin will get you from whispering your wishes to screaming your dreams!
Uncover key insights to nurturing thoughts, dedicating 18 minutes daily to self-improvement (and the pro tip on why 18 minutes), choosing the right company, understanding the impact of energy, embracing self-acceptance, and taking action to realize your dreams.
Tune in as Joe shares his wealth of knowledge drawn from years of experience in the fitness industry, coaching CrossFit enthusiasts, and working with a diverse range of clients!
In this podcast episode, the spotlight falls squarely on the concept of "consistency." Join Joe and Erika as they provide practical, real-world tips to help you stay the course in pursuit of your wellness goals. They dive into the significance of community, highlighting how the people you surround yourself with can profoundly impact your health and fitness journey.
If you're ready to even START to unlock your full potential (we know you are!), grab your headphones, lace up your running shoes, and prepare for an engaging and enlightening conversation. This podcast episode will leave you feeling motivated, armed with valuable insights, and equipped to conquer your own wellness journey.
Ever wondered why some businesses thrive and others don't? Ever felt the pressure of perfection or the struggle to maintain authenticity in a world obsessed with instant gratification?
In this episode, Erika is joined by the insightful Katherine Danesi - a former Fortune 500 executive turned business advisor to female entrepreneurs who want to profitably grow their businesses. We will discuss the grueling yet rewarding journey of business success and the importance of persistence. A journey that is not a sprint, but a marathon.
It's a captivating conversation that seeks to debunk the allure of instant results and instead focuses on the virtues of patience and persistence. Together, they explore the themes of authenticity, embracing imperfection, and the value of following one's curiosity. Katherine shares her personal journey of career pivots and self-discovery, highlighting the importance of empowerment, adaptability, and how a simple reminder to herself of "I am enough" became an empowering mantra. You don't want to miss this!
Learn more about Katherine and her amazing work here:
https://www.katherinedanesi.com/
Ask anyone and they will say that one of the secrets to success is to have confidence in yourself. We naturally push ourselves forward when we believe and strengthen our competence and abilities.
In this episode, Erika is joined by the remarkable Nicole Kalil – a speaker, author and respectable coach who has worked with so many women build their confidence.
Listen in as she shares how you build confidence, how confidence is on the road to competence, and gives actionable tools to become confident. You’re going to want to bookmark this episode.
In this episode, Erika is joined by the remarkable Kal Elampooranar - Senior Director of Sales at Isagenix. Listen in as they dive into the nuts and bolts, and debunk the myths of Network Marketing.
Discover why it’s important to invest in yourself and how being an entrepreneur in today’s Network Marketing sets you on the path of financial success. If you’ve been looking to build the life of your dreams, listen in.
The world of social media can be quite daunting. With so much going on each and everyday online, how do you stand out among the noise?
In this episode, Erika is joined by Speaker, Consultant and Nationally-Recognized Social Media expert, Corey Perlman. Discover tips from one of the best in social media and learn the best ways to showcase the true and authentic YOU on social media - and stand out among the noise.
Did you know that setting aside 15 minutes of self-care can work wonders to help you align and keep yourself and your life in balance?
Listen in as Erika and Peter Biadasz dive in to what we can do to refresh and rejuvenate ourselves. Peter Biadasz is an author, speaker and publisher. Having written 19 books, Peter shares his self-care tips on what he does to keep himself focused and on top of things.
Website - https://totalpublishingandmedia.com/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-biadasz-bb73102
Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Peter-Biadasz/author/B003U4LCAU
In today’s episode, Erika is joined by K’an Mejia – trainer, teacher, coach and the founder of Lift: Body & Business Community.
If you have ever wanted to build something out of your passion, listen in. Erika and K’an discuss what it’s like to be an entrepreneur, what it takes and how to start small to grow big. Pick up some business tips from these two amazing entrepreneurs. You don’t want to miss this.
Hey! Guess what? The roles are reversed this time and Erika jumps on a podcast as a guest on Socially Selling with Becky Baxter!
Becky Baxter is Network Marketing Coach, Podcaster, Co-founder of Scrip & Baxter, Co-Creator of Multiply 2.0, a wife and mom of 2 girls. Previously, she led an $8 Million Dollar a year Direct Sales Organization, received awards for recruiting, developing leaders, personal sales and organizational volume. In 2021 she transitioned to podcasting, coaching, speaking and creating. Her passion is helping others create a vision for their life and learn how to leverage the compensation plan to build the life of their dreams.
Listen in to this switch-a-roo episode and get to know these amazing boss babes!
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Socially Selling Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sociallysellingwithbeckybaxter
Becky Baxter Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/becky.baxter
Words can make or break your day. Don’t you agree? When we’re not having the best day, a kind compliment can change things around. Have you ever felt like things aren’t going your way and suddenly a total stranger does or says something nice to you and it totally turns your frown upside down? Well then you would want to hear more about The Compliment Squad.
Erika speaks to Celine McGee who started The Compliment Squad – a mission that spreads smiles, kindness and human connection, one compliment at a time. Celine literally walks around the city and pays compliments to people on the street creating a ripple effect of kindness and smiles. Who wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of that?! This is an episode not to be missed.
The Compliment Squad
Website - https://www.complimentsquad.com/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090250001169
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/complimentsquad/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecomplimentsquad/
In this collaborative podcast, Erika and Monique chat about resilience – the drive to stay on track and in the driver’s seat when you hit roadblocks in life.
We are bound to face challenges in life, that’s a given - but what makes someone successful is how they push past that, be resourceful and be able to solve problems.
Monique Scrip is a leadership coach and business mentor who has worked with network marketing leaders and has helped them succeed in growing their impact and income.
Don’t miss this episode with these 2 powerhouses!
FOLLOW MONIQUE SCRIP @
Website: https://www.moniquescrip.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniquescripcoaching/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moniquescripleadership/
Podcast: https://www.moniquescrip.com/top-business-coach-network-marketing-leaders-influencers#podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monique-scrip-42304b1b
When you’re having a day (which is totally normal. We all have such days), "change the thought, change the emotion – we are the only people in control of ourselves", says Michelle Peth. Try to find things outward, take a breather, realign and talk yourself back into truth.
Erika is joined by Michelle Peth - who is not only a successful business owner of BEETTAN; she's a budding motivational speaker hoping to truly set the standard for inspiring female entrepreneurs to create the life of their dreams. She is the host of the Beet Goes On Podcast, and BEETTAN has grown to encompass nearly 200 other women using her all natural products to create their own businesses.
If you need some golden words of motivation to get you back on track, tune in to this episode. You won’t want to miss it.
FOLLOW MICHELLE @
Instagram: @beetgoesonpodcast + https://www.instagram.com/beetgoesonpodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.peth
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beettan/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL85TTbLtL0ZwUAOL2_ulF78mt1_HFcHxF
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We are approaching a brand-new year and if you are determined to start off the new year with a positive routine that will set you on the path of success, this episode is for you.
Join Erika and Jac Kalaher as they discuss setting bookend routines that will help you set your day in focus - how we start and end our day is extremely important. Jac shares how she starts her day with a few minutes to herself before her kids wake up, how she defends that time for herself to be able to set her positive mindset for the rest of the day, and how she ends her day. Jac also shares that we have to give ourselves the grace to re-evaluate our routines each week and allowing ourselves to switch things up when they don’t work for us.
This is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Join Erika and Colleen Nichols – Owner and CEO at Direct Sales Growth Community – as they get gritty in this week’s episode. Colleen is on a mission to both modernize and normalize network marketing. She helps women take the “ick” out of online sales and replace it with confidence and magnetism.
If you’re involved in network marketing or have ever thought about joining, this episode is for you. Get ready to grab some golden nuggets on this call!
Listen in as Erika chats with Kim Breiland, Business Growth Strategist and Founder of Kim Breiland Coaching, as they dive into the topic of stepping into your personal brand.
Living in the age of social media, it is easy to find yourself scrolling and comparing yourself to others, but remember, there is no one like YOU. Be you. Be uniquely you. Kim has helped many find their own track, their own brand, to be confident and energetic in it and in turn, attract the right people into their lives.
This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Meet Megan Weisheipl, certified life coach helping women breakthrough self-imposed barriers to step into their greatness. She’s also an author of “The Selfish Hour” – a book that everyone has to read. Megan redefines the meaning of the word ‘selfish’ – turning it from a negative to a positive. She says selfish means we care so much about others that we’re willing to put ourselves first to make sure we can take care of ourselves and everybody else and fill everyone else’s cup.
Listen in as Erika and Megan chat about how to prioritize self-care, venturing out of your comfort zone to take risks in order to find your true path.
They say change is the only constant in life. We all go through life changes and sometimes these changes can get you down and may be hard to accept. How do we pivot and turn it into the best it can be? How do we see the positives when life gets messy?
In this episode, Erika speaks to Jodi Silverman, mindset and happiness coach, speaker and founder of Moms Who Dare. Jodi shares how to make room and space in your life to find fun.
For many of us, our days start and end like a sprint. It’s go-time from the moment the kids are up to the time we go to bed, which sometimes leaves no room for down time.
It's time to stop sprinting! It's time to pace yourself and prioritize yourself before you can provide for others.
In this episode, Erika is joined by author and nutritionist, Laura Heflin, as they chat about how to be strategic in planning our time so that we’re able to put our oxygen masks back on and take a breather.
As the saying goes – change is the only constant. Yet many of us think that change – personal change – is in the big stuff. Like running a marathon, changing a diet, but it’s not. Change is in the little things, the everyday things – we just have to be a little more intentional each step along the way.
If you’re looking for a restart, a change in perspective, if you’re feeling stuck, this episode is for you. Erika is joined by Shana Francesca, Life Designer, Keynote Speaker and Writer. Listen in as they dive into how to be more intentional in our small everyday things, in order to operate better overall in our lives.
Meet Kristina Mahler McMillan, a self-described mom from the ‘burbs who just happens to be obsessed with all things construction. In this episode, you will hear about Kristina’s diverse passions that are super intriguing – she loves to write, has a background in journalism but also loves everything about construction!
Listen in as Erika and Kristina talk about how to pivot when life throws you a curveball, how to prioritise your mental, spiritual and emotional health, but above all how to set aside and defend your time for self-care.
In this episode, Erika is joined by Kathleen Foster, a journalist, producer and author of Doneraile Court: The Story of The Lady Freemason. Kathleen shares her proud moments of being an author and her inspiring stories of going to places we can only imagine such as braving the heat in Baghdad.
If you have ever wanted to push yourself beyond your own comfort zone, this is an inspiring episode not to be missed.
We hear it all the time - self-confidence can take you further than you ever thought possible, it's mind over matter, get up and go for it. Yet somedays we don't exactly feel 100%.
Erika is joined today with Lauren Le-Neou, an amazing young businesswoman and serial entrepreneur. In today’s episode, Erika and Lauren talk about how to find your personal 'why' to keep you motivated and building your dreams on days when you feel less than confident in yourself.
Life is not perfect. Sometimes we struggle and sometimes we fall. For many of us, we juggle so many responsibilities on a daily basis - work, kids, life - the list goes on. More often than not, when life gets in the way, we fall off - and that's ok. What's important is having the strength to get back on track and keep showing up.
Listen in to today's episode as Erika and Marcy Siegal, an online coach at ihelpmoms.com, dive into techniques on how to get back up when life gets in the way.
For many of us, our days start and end on a schedule - we’re constantly hustling. While there’s nothing wrong with that, especially if the schedule helps you get things done, we also have to give ourselves the grace to chill out, stop and pause for a moment.
In this episode, Erika and Ursula Mae talk about giving yourself the grace to take a pause and make time to enjoy some rest days amidst the hustle.
In today’s episode, Erika and Cassandra Bailey talk about everything self-care. Cassandra (Cass) M. Bailey is the CEO of Slice Communications, the founder and current Chairwoman of Social Media Day, Inc., and the creator of the “My Mom Is…” children's book series. She has been working in marketing communications for more than 20 years and has authored two books on the subject: Pay Attention! and Social Media is About People. That’s a lot on Cass’s plate and she shares with us the poignant moment in her life when she realized she had to learn to stop and find her balance. Self-care looks different for each person and finding your personal balance is key.
If you’re feeling like you’re running on empty, this episode is for you.
Many of us are always on the go. We have over 90 tabs open in our minds and we're just constantly trying to get things done from the time we open our eyes. Sometimes that leaves us little to no time to relax, unwind and spend with our family.
Time is something we can't buy, borrow or steal. So how do we invest the time we have on ourselves and those in our lives? How do we stop our minds from running 100 miles an hour on work and projects, and just breathe?
In this episode, Erika is joined by Christopher Nish, Sr. Director of Sales and Field Training at Isagenix, and with his very busy schedule, he shares his tips and tricks on how to consciously set aside time for yourself and the ones you love.
In this episode, Erika is joined by the amazing Amy K Hutchens – executive coach and international, award-winning motivational speaker who specializes in helping women harness the power of confident communication so that they can become unstoppable. Erika and Amy sit down to talk about all thing’s passion and purpose, and what happens when you’re just not at your 100 percent. What do you do when you’re feeling frazzled and stressed? What do you do when you're feeling down after closing a chapter in your life? Simple. Invite your feelings to dinner, have a conversation with them, unpack them, understand them – reset and re-center. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.
There are days when we don’t want to get up, don’t want to eat right, don’t want to work out. Having these slum days are totally normal. We’re only human and we’re not always at our 110%. And performing at that high level, mistakes are inevitable (and normal). Life is never meant to be perfect. So how do we get out of that funk? How do we not let mistakes define us? How do we keep our eye on our goal?
Erika is joined today with the remarkable Pamela McCleod, founder and CEO of Pam On Purpose and McCleod Planning & Development Professionals. In today’s episode, Erika and Pamela talk about how to focus on your ‘why’ to keep you motivated, how to give yourself the grace to learn from your mistakes, and how to always bet on yourself and believe that you can achieve your goal.
Have you ever found yourself in a place in your life where you had felt that push to do that amazing thing but that little voice in your head is telling you you not to because you might fail? That people might judge you? That voice is coming from fear - and that is just human nature. But will you regret not making that big move? You never know how great something can be if you don't go for it.
Join host Erika and her guest, Jaclyn Weiss as they drive the conversation today about the fear of failure that might be holding us back from something really great. And most importantly, how to overcome it.
We've all been there - a failed relationship, a failed business venture, or just simply a bad day. Failure is part of life's journey and while it can put you in a funk, there are lessons in those moments that we can take to propel us to forge forward. But how do we successfully move forward?
Join host Erika and her guest, Jill Sherer Murray, author, TEDx speaker, communications expert and founder of "Let Go For It", a lifestyle brand aimed at improving people’s situation through the simple mantra of letting go, as they talk about how to let go to successfully move forward.
Question - have you ever felt you've hit rock bottom, so bottomed out that it's hard to see the light? Know that you're not alone. Millions of women have felt this and the best part? They've come out shining and ready for what's next. An end is so often the start of something new (and something even better!).
In this episode, Erika speaks to Camille Finan - CEO of Kitchen Remodel Rockstar and host of the Ugly Kitchen Challenge - about hitting rock bottom in her life. Camille is here to share her story on how carpentry saved her life, and the courage she found to rebuild her life to what it is today.
Our minds are ultra-powerful. It can bring you up but it can bring you down too. If that little voice in your head sends you into a funk, what do you do? If your mind feels stuck in a project or in business, how do you get yourself unstuck? In this episode, Erika speaks to Denise Wiggins, a global executive in Travel & Health. They get into the gritty and speak about going off the beaten path to get out of your head and quiet the mind to navigate wall-kicking moments successfully.
Life isn’t a bed of roses – we’ve heard that so many times, haven’t we? And it’s true. Each of us are bound to face some wall-kicking moments in our personal lives and professional lives. But how many of us give ourselves the grace to feel the emotions that stir up inside us? How many of us allow ourselves the time to process these feelings? How many of us simply distract ourselves with work or anything else in order to avoid facing these feelings?
In this episode, Erika speaks with Kim Wright, Owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes and Wright Commissioning as she shares about the wall-kicking moments and why it is important to process these feelings as well as to surround yourself with people who support you and allow you that space in order to come out stronger on the other side.
We all have moments of negative self-thought or self-belief. It is as natural as breathing but how do we ensure that it doesn’t engulf us and take over us?
Join Erika as she speaks to Ashley Lougheed, CEO & Founder of Girl Time, Inc – a community for everyday women and women in business – as she shares about how she started her business in the most difficult time for many us – THE PANDEMIC! Yet that didn’t stop her from creating and building a thriving community of everyday women and women in business. Listen to how she overcame all odds to get where she is today.
Everyone is blessed with a talent. Whatever it may be, have you ever thought of turning that into a business? It may sound daunting but in this episode of Grit, Grace & Glitz, Erika speaks to Allison Farcus, founder and owner of SAUTÉ and SOIRÉE, on how she pursued her dream by tapping into her talent and passion.
If you have ever been in that place, that funk where you just want to do something your passionate about but are either too scared or unsure of how to start, then this episode’s for you.
As we go through life, we’re bound to find ourselves in situations where our inner voice starts to speak. The Universe will guide you, they say. Are we listening intently enough? Or are we scared to follow and listen to our intuition?
If you’ve found yourself in these situations before or if you have this strong, undeniable desire to follow your heart but don’t know where to start, then listen in because this episode is for you.
Erika is joined by Darbie Angell, an entrepreneur, founder and CEO of the Darbie Angell Brand. The Darbie Angell brand not only provides top notch quality products at an affordable price, but also recognizes their social responsibility of giving back. Darbie is currently working to benefit women and children in need in Bangladesh. Some proceeds benefit education, clean water wells, and job opportunities for women. Empowering women has always been in the heart of Darbie Angell.
In this episode, Erika and Darbie talk about not just recoginizing your intuition but listening to it and allowing it to steer you in the direction you were meant to go.
They say that when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Sometimes this is easier said than done. When we face challenging situations in life, it’s easy to get sucked into the negative.
If you have faced difficult situations where you feel you can’t get out of, this episode is for you. Erika speaks to Lauren Masidonski, an entrepreneur, life coach and a fellow podcaster. Lauren’s passionate about helping busy women prioritize themselves through the overwhelm of life, so that they can have the life and love they truly desire.
Join Erika and Lauren to learn how to stop, reflect and re-evaluate to restart your chapter.
If you’ve felt like your stuck in a rut or are experiencing burnout in your corporate life, then this episode is for you. Erika speaks to Angelique Renae, a leading expert in Non-Toxic, Non-Invasive methods, services, products and procedures for Beauty & Anti-Aging, on how she made the life-changing decision to leave the corporate life and jump into the life as an entrepreneur.
It’s not an easy journey being an entrepreneur but with the right support and the right path, the rewards are amazing, and Angelique can attest to that. She shares her experience making that shift.
As we near the end of 2021, you may be asking yourself – did I achieve more this year than ever? Did I meet my goals, am I coming out winning on the other side?
In today’s episode, Erika sits down with Alexis Ocampo, a renowned athlete with a string of accolades behind her: Senior Athlete and Assistant Coach for the AAU USA National Karate Team, 5-time World Karate Champion and 20-time USA National Karate Champion, just to name a few.
They have a candid conversation around the mental checklist so many of us carry. This list often forgets the more important question – am I fulfilled? With all the work that I put in each day, is there a legacy I will be leaving?
Alexis' openness will help you reframe the rest of 2021, set you up for perspective on 2022 and best of all - help you redefine what "winning" really means.
Join Erika and guest Kristina Mohn for an engaging discussion about Kristina's journey through anxiety and depression - ultimately overcoming her battle with alcohol - to the other side with success and purpose.
Now her healthiest self, she runs her own successful practice and spends her time being there for others - which is what truly fulfills her. Success!
Listen in on episode 10 and be prepared for some real talk that will have you agreeing with Kristina when she says: "Get off the couch and you can live your truth, too!".
If you're finally ready to give yourself grace the way you to do to others - you'll want to listen to this episode more than once.
Connect with Kristina: KristinaMohnLMT on IG !
It's safe to say that the last two years have been hard. Many of us have had to face difficult situations personally or professionally. Recent polls have shown that 75% of people have experienced anxiety and depression.
We've all been there and it's ok to feel it all. In today's episode, Erika speaks to Catherine Moring. Dr. Moring is a registered and licensed dietitian, is board certified in advanced diabetes management, is a certified diabetes care and education specialist. She is also the founder of Diabetes Solutions, one of the only virtual Diabetes Self-Management and Nutrition Education Programs in Mississippi.
Catherine shares with us ways to handle the frustrations, the stress, the anxiety - all the different emotions that life brings. This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss.
Erika and Lisa Blaisdell bring the goods right to you in episode 18 of Grit, Grace & Glitz!
This candid conversation will move to you be more open, more vulnerable and more YOU than ever before.
If you need to hear the message below on how to get BIG results today - or any day - this episode's for you.
"A lot of women need to lean into their inner courage, inner knowing to make challenging decisions".While everyone's path is different, we all draw from our inner voice and when that's set on its highest frequency, your magic happens.
We live in a very fast pace and success driven society, and sometimes we may hit a wall and start to feel like we aren't successful enough. Especially when we start comparing ourselves with others. We're always told not to compare ourselves with others but it's easy to say yet harder to do. So how do we navigate this road and move forward on our own individual path to success?
In today's episode, Erika speaks to Peg Iannone. Peg is a Life and Wellness Coach and Educator. She works with women who are navigating all the tumultuous transitions of their 40s and 50s. Through her work with her clients, Peg shares that success comes in different shapes and forms, and only we define our own success. Peg also shares that success is a moving target. Small wins are still wins and is the definition of success. So why do we still disappointed even though we may have hit our target however small? It comes down to the question of our own worth.
Intrigued yet? Join Erika and Peg in this episode as they unfold more on this topic.
Erika and Robin sit down for a candid conversation around relinquishing control, doing that gut check with ourselves when we aren't feeling in integrity, and everything in between!
Robin's remarkable story of pain killer addiction to now 6+ years of recovery, while helping other women and youth with addiction prevention, will have you looking at "addiction" from a whole new lens. In this powerful episode, learn how these negative patterns can begin to what positive actions will help you let go of control.
Leave this episode discovering that there is so much more to life when we are driven to serve - whether you have dealt with addiction or not, anywhere in your life.
Daily stressors are real and justifiable. Everyone deals with stress but how do we better deal with stress? Erika comes to you solo today and gives you tips on how to manage the inevitable stress that life may throw at you.
Many of us live in a fast pace world. We juggle so many roles and strive to be great at everything we do. While there is nothing wrong with trying to bring our best to everything we do, sometimes we need to stop and remember that "we can do anything, we can't do everything".
That is the motto Shoshana McNiel lives and strives by. As the owner and instructor at SoulBeat Studio and 6 ABC's fitness tip expert, Shoshana is upbeat and always showing up in her very best. In today's episode, Erika and Shoshana shift to the vulnerable side and share the times when they're not at their best, when they fall short, and how they pick themselves up after all the crying and move forward to become better versions of themselves. As Shoshana says, "it's ok to not be ok". Two powerhouses showing their vulnerable side? This is an episode you don't want to miss.
For many of us, family is everything. We share the ups and downs, the good and bad, the joy as well as the tears with the ones nearest and dearest to us. It's the ties that bind us. While every family dynamic is different, we all share similar struggles. So what does a successful family look like? How do we cultivate a foundation within our family that will allow each member not just to survive in today's world but to thrive?
In today's episode, Jim White, Founder of Family Enrichment Family and author of "How to be the parent your teenager needs you to be", shares with us what a successful family looks like and tips for parents to next level your parenting.
For many of us, the word ‘Confrontation’ holds a negative connotation and we try so hard to avoid it at all costs. But as we learn in today’s episode with Erika and Katie Smith, confrontation is simply facing and handling the issue at hand. It is attacking the problem, not the person.
As entrepreneurs, business owners, or whatever position you may be in, having the difficult conversations is par for the course. How do we handle our business? How do we have the grit to have those difficult conversations whether it is with a co-worker or even your spouse?
As a recovering people pleaser, as she calls herself, Katie speaks about what she has learnt over the years about confrontation and overcoming the fear of it.
In episode 14, Erika and guest Jill Ivey dig deep into grit and resilience - and how to move the needle when you truly are "sick and tired of being sick and tired" of your circumstance.
Jill's story is one that will inspire you to do better and BE better, knowing that others have gone before you! Jill shares the path that took her from a surviving mindset to a thriving mindset, and what it takes to come out winning on the other side.
This is a unique episode covering how habits and rituals help you uplevel, to healing from your past with forgiveness, grace, and compassion.
Wherever you are in your journey, there is something in this episode for you.
Join Erika in this valuable - and inspiring - conversation with Alex Serra, founder of the Serra Law, PLLC empire!
Erika and Alex are both masters of their morning routines, personal schedules and goal setting, and together they share real-life tips to keep you in the game.
Pushing past challenges and raising the bar, you will gain a deep understanding of what it means when they say: "You only really fail if you quit."
End of day reflection exercises to why you need a dog nanny are all part of the plan - listen in on episode 11 of Grit, Grace and Glitz!
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Starting a new business or making a change in your life? Getting out of your comfort zone can be daunting but as the saying goes, “the only constant in life is change”. So how do we get resilient to change?
In this episode, Erika speaks to Helen Thacker about getting comfortable with the uncomfortable change and how to train our mental and emotional muscles to be adaptable and resilient to change.
Balance is the key to success - and the key to an amazing 2022! If you are DONE with the people pleasing, over-scheduling and chaos we (all!) sometimes find ourselves in, join us when we say BALANCE is a candidate for word of the year!
In today's episode, our dynamic guest Danna Giroux shares how she has helped numerous women find balance in their lives through tried and true methods and techniques. These tools are geared towards improving lifestyles by embracing physical fitness, nutrition, and wellness ... really, the core of it all.
Listen in and find some of whatever it is you need from Grit, Grace & Glitz this week!
Life is filled with uncertainty and 2021 brought its own set of uncertainty with it that no one could have predicted but, isn't it funny how life always has a way of working itself out?
The trials and tribulations whatever we’re dealing with in the moment, is the Universe setting us up for what is to come.
We are meant to be where we are and embrace the journey. So - how do we deal with these messages from the Universe? How do we keep ourselves open to receiving the direction the Universe is trying to set for us?
Join Erika for today's episode, as she reminds us that the Universe is a powerful energy steering us in the direction we were always meant to go.
In this week's episode, Erika is joined by not one, but two, absolute powerhouses in a fireside chat.
You'll love joining the conversation as Erika, MJ and Jordyn talk all things success, breaking bad habits, life, and working with grit to surpass your biggest goals.
The laughs and energy in this episode are contagious and you will leave feeling both uplifted and inspired.
It has been an amazing 2021 with tons of episodes from Grit, Grace & Glitz. There’s so much that was covered and so many lessons we all have learnt from the amazing guests we have had.
Join Erika as she takes you through her list of top 10 lessons from all the podcast of 2021. These golden nuggets are going to take you into a phenomenal 2022.
Success is more than just about how much we make, how many projects we close but it’s also about how many people we can help! It's about how lives we can impact and uplift.
Jessica's remarkable story shines through in this conversation with Erika as this makeup artist, beauty enthusiast, and a cancer survivor shares her very real ups and downs on her road to success!
Jessica speaks out about cancer awareness and feeling beautiful inside and out - wherever you are in your journey.
As we close the book on 2021 and move into the brand-new year of 2022 – know that mindset is everything!
Perhaps you had a fabulous 2021 and would love to manifest an even more fabulous 2022. Maybe you brought just enough grit, grace and glitz to your game to get by, but know you can do so much more! Either way, this episode is for you.
What path do you want to take in 2022? What lessons did you learn from 2021 that will fuel you for 2022? You are the only differentiating factor in 2022 and we want you to know that!
Join Erika as she speaks with Samantha Blossom, an Oracle for Leaders, about manifesting your brand-new chapter for 2022 and what it means to go after all you deserve with ease.
Fear - a 4-letter word that holds us back from becoming our true selves. We’ve all been there. That tiny (or loud, ear-piercing) voice that tells us we can’t do it, we can’t make it, that we’re just going to fail. What do you do to overcome that limiting belief? How to we break free from the shackles of fear?
Join host Erika and her guest, Jessica Patzell, founder of “I Choose Hope”, a foundation dedicated to helping domestic violence victims and their families stay safe during emergency situations, as they talk about what holds us back, why it holds us back and how to face fear in the eyes and have the strength to move forward.
This is one of the most bare-all interviews you won’t want to miss.
Join Erika and Amanda Monnier on episode 12 as they dig deep into unleashing your authentic self!
Amanda is an engaging energy healer, mindset coach and former probation officer who followed her calling for MORE in her career and life. Together, Erika and Amanda have some candid conversation on what to do when you find yourself playing small and just living on auto-pilot.
Amanda's philosophy that "It’s all about what you choose to create + releasing all resistance to that thing so you can flow towards it" shines bright in this episode and will inspire you!
It's time to really, truly ask: What would the next level version of yourself be?
Listen in for more!
A new year will soon be upon us and there is no better time to ask - what's it like off the beaten path?
Are you ready for your next personal pivot in your life, but don’t know where to start? Have you ever dreamt of staring a new business - but have that little (or big) voice holding you back? Join host Erika and her guest, Personal and Professional Development Coach, Heather Whiting, as they have share some real talk about going after your dreams.
Heather Whiting, the owner ABQ Metal Works, had no idea about welding when she started out but now runs an extremely successful business. Did she let the naysayers get in her way? No, she didn’t. She just went ahead and did it, and oh so well - just like you will, too.
Join Erika for episode 3, as she sits down with Dr. Dani for some REAL TALK about finances, mindset, and what it takes to really create the business of your dreams!
Dr. Danielle Willis holds a doctoral degree in Education, with a focus on the lack of Financial Literacy in Education - and is a master on money mindset.
Listen in as Erika and Dr. Dani talk about ditching the paycheck to paycheck lifestyle, myths about converting paying clients and best of all - what authenticity in business really looks like.
Dr. Dani is 6 figure corporate "escapee" and delivers what you need to build a sustainable online business that gains PROFIT from the start.
Join Erika for episode 2, as she sits down with the dynamic Angela Proffitt. Angela is on a remarkable journey building multiple successful businesses, and shares her experience along the way!
You want to hear all of her strategies around time blocking, choosing your personal "Board of Directors", what it takes to stay in the game and more. Angela is a renown productivity expert who will help you 10x your life and your schedule.
Do you ever have a day, a week, maybe even a season where things just don't seem to be going the way that you planned? Have you ever thought to yourself, how do I manage my state so I can stay positive and be my best self? Today's episode delves into the ancient practice of gratitude. Gratitude comes in many forms and all that matters is that we practice it daily!
Erika and Deb take you through a great conversation on how to avoid frustration from boiling to the surface and affecting the rest of your day. They really take the time to help you navigate the most challenging times by using something that is always within us - gratitude. Listen in to master how the simple act of gratitude will change the course of your day for you and those around you.
This week's podcast is an absolute game changer!! Did you know there is incredible power in numbers - and specifically, your own numbers? Enter - numerology.
In simple terms, numerology is the study of numbers in your life. From the moment we are born, we have a number stamped on that first day we entered the world. From there, numbers begin to build the foundation of our lives! There is power in numbers but how do we harness the power of those numbers for the better?
Join Erika as she spends time with Nicki Minasidis, a Master Numerologist, about how numbers actually form the blueprint for your life and how to unleash the power of numbers to get you to your full potential. Just wow! You don't want to miss this - such practical advice that applies to us all!
How do you measure success? Your OWN success? More often than not, we compare ourselves to someone else's benchmark of success. But we are individuals and so, our success, our OWN version of success is what WE define. So how do you own it?
Join Erika and Anne as they talk about life's ups, downs, and in-betweens - and the successes that come from that. You don't want to miss this!
In today's episode, I'm going to get you VIP access to THE Club - the 5AM Club.
Morning routines and rituals that set up your day for success are no mystery. Join me as I take you through action steps to put you on your A-game from the early hours of the day!
It's well known that many of the worlds most successful people start their day before 80% of the world is up and at it. I'm a big believer that mastering morning routines and starting your day off with intention is the best way to run your day, and not your day run you.
Are you ready for the club? It's ready for you, too!
Have you ever dreamt about cloning yourself or just magically finding more hours in a day?
What about wishing you didn’t have to sleep some nights, so you can pick up another 8 hours of productivity?
Secretly excited when a meeting at work is cancelled so you can ... do more work?
If any of these sound like you - or people you know - you'll want to catch another solo episode with host Erika. Tune in to pick up Erika's top tips on how to manage time, compartmentalize your life, and be more coordinated than ever!
Erika and Shannon sit down in episode 21 for some straight shooter conversation that you will want to be part of!
Together they share openly about the importance of shifting away from the "badge of busy" to set yourself up for real success. True freedom!
Join us as we encourage and empower women everywhere to take a timeout from the daily frenzy, a timeout to embrace serenity, and a timeout to reset for the rest of 2021.
Join Erika on episode 20 for a truly dynamic conversation with powerhouse Stef Iliff!
Stef is a mindset coach who serves her audience and clients with real talk and opportunity to be their authentic selves.
Listen in as Erika and Stef touch on some of the healing and thoughts around self-worth - thoughts that most of us need to shift.
Lessons to be re-learned, hard conversations to be had, and deep healing journeys (especially around money - anyone?) await.
This is one of our most raw and real episodes and we are so excited to share.
Erika and national speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur Stefanie Peters sit down to impart their collective wisdom on episode 19!
Listen in and expect to learn:
- where growth moments can - and have - happened for women like you
- how to focus on impact and get rid of the anxiety
- why all bets are off on what you can accomplish and how to capture that feeling
After this episode, you'll quickly see the person you're becoming on the journey is worth more than the goal - you don't want to miss this one!
Join Erika as she spends time with 7-Figure Earner & Mentor, Jessica Reigner, on her inaugural episode! Together they talk about what it takes to recognize opportunity when it comes calling - while believing in yourself to make shifts for yourself, your family and your future.
Jessica and Erika will take you through what it means to invest in others, how attraction statements work, what kind of grit it takes to be able to leave a successful career to build a life by design, and more.
We know the grace is often in the grit - asking ourselves some tough questions and then just taking the leap to the next level.
Listen in on what real opportunities can be manifested, and focus on what it means to be true to yourself.
Because sometimes, all you need is a bit of your own Grit, Grace and Glitz to be the best version of you.
Join host Erika as she and guest Alicia Alaya have an in depth discussion on alignment, vision and going with your gut!
As a childhood trauma survivor, Alicia adopted a growth mindset early in her life, knowing there was a choice to stay where she was or take quantum action to live a different life. Becoming the first in her family to graduate from College, she holds a degree in Business Management and Management of Information Systems,
She speaks to us candidly about trusting your (amazing) intuition, and why ignoring what you're destined to do will just feel like ... misalignment.
Listening to Alicia and Erika's collaboration on this week's episode will help you remain 100% aligned to your cause and take that leap you've been preparing for.
Show notes:
website: https://www.aliciaayala.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsaliciayala/
In episode 16, Erika comes to us solo -- and bringing the goods!
Ever feel like "stepping out of the arena" for a bit? Feel like you're heading into a new (and very busy) season where you are expected to be more, do more, produce more - but running on empty?
This is THE EPISODE for you.
As the "New Year" of September kicks in, join us as Erika talks about the very real feelings and action steps any high-producer should embrace - now.
Join Erika and Secrets of a Supermom author, Lori Oberbroeckling, as they deliver some fun and real talk on doing hard things, navigating challenging times, and why habits matter!
Listen in as they talk about why doing hard things and "sticking with it" has its returns. Did you know there are so many reasons why routine matters, and what it allows your mind to do?
Be so good you look back and say "wow, how did I pull that together!?!" The steps to how are all in this episode.
Join Erika and guest Lisa Hocker for some real talk on starting a business, staying in the game and getting to the other side of fear (spoiler alert - it's so worth it)!
Harnessing the grit to follow your dreams is no stranger to Lisa, who took a brilliant idea from concept to market successfully. Impacting sales, direct sales and network marketing professionals everywhere is Lisa's latest venture, one that you want to learn about!
Listen in as episode 9 inspires you to push yourself - and your ideas - to the next level.
Link to purchase - special discount code for listeners, GGG:
https://directafsales.com/collections/
Listen in on this 8th episode of Grit, Grace & Glitz - for a grounding conversation between Erika and Lauren!
Guest Lauren Eckhardt is an award-winning and best-selling author and CEO of Burning Soul Press, a book coaching and publishing company that gives a platform for soul-driven writers to share their inspiring and empowering messages. Together, Erika and Lauren get real about imposter syndrome, how Lauren built a whole brand based on listening, and the power of simply sharing (and really listening!) to stories.
You'll learn how every answer someone needs is within them already - and of course, that glitz in our lives truly comes from the small moments we take the time to acknowledge!
Join Erika and Dawn for this heart-to-heart on what it takes to detach from expectation, consistently manage your energy and step away from the blame game - for good.
Dawn is a well-known influencer, photographer and former financial broker. After overcoming a life-threatening illness and seeing her life go from "6 figures to no figures", she overcame life's obstacles with the utmost grace.
Listen in to learn how she grew out of an identity based in business only and stepped into the whole, resilient person she knew she was always meant to be.
In episode 6, join Erika and Christi in a candid conversation about health goals, making personal shifts and Christ's victory from a health scare.
Listen in to learn what it takes to be moving yourself forward, and best of all understand how to take your own experiences to uplevel the lives of others.
Christi is a sought-after health coach who has mastered how to put out the autoimmune inflammation fire, ramp up energy and capture thriving health.
Together, Erika and Christi get dialled in on the foundation of health and knowing when to pivot and take control.
Christi is making a true difference with her story and doing so with grit, grace and glitz!
Join host Erika Rothenberger in this insightful conversation with Monica Fullerton!
Monica is the founder of Spouse-ly, an online marketplace to shop and support military spouse and veteran businesses. Recently named a Trailblazer in Tech by Military Spouse magazine, Monica is an ambitious entrepreneur, twin mom, and proud Air Force spouse.
Together they talk about the power and grace in being flexible - going left when you planned to go right, "rolling with it", and knowing that success is just a few decisions away. Applying both grace and grit, changing circumstances often mean even better outcomes.
Join Erika in this 4th great episode as she sits down with the resilient MK Meredith!
MK has a remarkable story around being a breast cancer survivor, building a successful financial practice and simply defying the odds. Her outlook on what it takes to succeed will inspire anyone to take a closer look at their goals and priorities.
Not only is MK a bestselling author, she is a mom and top financial professional. Listen in as the conversation goes from storytelling to tips on conquering self-doubt to more of just keeping it real.
Join host Erika Rothenberger and her amazing guests as they share valuable learnings from their journeys in business and - life!
Erika is a health + wellness biz founder, mom & wife, engineering corporate professional and published author whose episodes will:
-Learn how to get gritty,
-Give yourself the grace you deserve and
-Celebrate all the glitz that comes to you along the way!