Her Best Chapter

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, host Michelle Savage engages in a heartfelt and deeply moving conversation with Kim Berry Jones, bestselling author in Empathy Impact, President of the Kinship Fund, and a bold advocate for relationship-driven philanthropy. Kim leads the Kinship Fund, a private foundation that uplifts women and girls to stay in school, stay out of prison, and be rooted in possi...

What does it look like to live with a wholehearted yes? In this energizing conversation, Michelle Savage sits down with Debra Blue, a cultural anthropologist, tech industry veteran, endurance athlete, world traveler, and bestselling author of multiple books, to explore what it truly means to dream big and follow through. Debra's life reads like a bucket list in motion: a half Ironman, hiking the H...

In this engaging conversation, Michelle Savage and Michelle Merritt, bestselling author in "Empathy Impact," recognized executive career expert, national speaker, and Chief Strategy Officer at D&S Executive Career Management, explore the intricacies of negotiation, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in achieving successful outcomes. They discuss personal experiences, the impac...

On this episode of Her Best Chapter, Michelle Savage sits down with Sarah Soucie Eyberg, a three-time bestselling author and Social Security Disability Attorney, to explore what it means to realign with your core values when everything shifts. We talk about sobriety, empathy in the legal profession, the courage to share vulnerability through writing, and how women in demanding careers can make int...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter , host Michelle Savage engages in a profound conversation with bestselling author of Empathy Impact Hilary Graham , PhD, MA. She is a storyteller and strategist passionate about helping people get better answers in moments that matter most to their health. As Senior Director of Marketing for Bio-Techne's Diagnostics Division, she leads portfolio strategy, produc...

If there's one thing we learned from COVID, it's that people need people. As we increasingly turn to our phones rather than each other, genuine connection and community have become harder to find. Sierra Bailey set out to bridge this gap by creating Maeve House, her South Austin social club designed to bring people together. In this episode of Her Best Chapter , join Michelle Savage in conversatio...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, we continue the conversation with Ciji Wagner, CEO and founder of Louder Than Silence and a best-selling co-author in  Empathy Impact , shifting from the why behind trauma recovery to the how of supporting survivors in everyday life. Host Michelle Savage and Ciji unpack what it truly means to be a "safe person," exploring emotional and psychological safety, the...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter , we're exploring what happens when women stop staying quiet and start telling the truth. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Sandy Stewart for a powerful, honest conversation about womanhood, silence, shame, and the role empathy plays in healing and leadership. Sandy is a two-time bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Think Big, a coaching and training firm...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, we dive into what it really means to move from survival mode into self-led, empowered living. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Shay Michelle Drapeau, bestselling author of Got A Light and Woo Woo certified personal development coach, and founder of She Breathes Life™, a movement and community devoted to helping women and femmes reclaim their voice, worth, and...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, we explore what it truly takes to communicate with more ease, intention, and emotional intelligence. Host Michelle Savage, founder and CEO of Sulit Press, is joined by Dayne Whitehurst, a communication and leadership specialist and a contributing author in the upcoming Sulit Press anthology Empathy Impact, launching December 16. With more than two decades of ex...

What do you do when your body is screaming for help, but no one seems to hear you? In this episode of Her Best Chapter , Michelle sits down with Avery Toomes, a poet, playwright of Your Power , soon to be Empathy Impact author, assistant editor at TRIBEZA, and… the editorial assistant here at Sulit Press! Avery talks openly about what inspired her chapter in Empathy Impact : the years she spent in...

Finding Peace Through the Page with Deanna Cox In this episode of Her Best Chapter , we are exploring the emotional and spiritual transformation that can happen when a woman finally gives herself permission to tell her story. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Deanna Cox , a consultant and the owner of Premier Business Consulting. With more than 30 years of experience, Deanna has dedicated her care...

After a life-altering accident at age three, Jo Albertson came back with a clear knowing: the body is intelligent, loving, and always communicating. On this episode of Her Best Chapter , Jo shares how she blends touch therapy, energy work, and cellular memory to help clients hear their inner guidance, move stuck emotion, and reconnect with their authentic selves. We talk intuition vs. the "monkey...

Writing Your Own Script with Carrie Quintanilla What if the life you built is successful and respected, but it still does not feel like yours? In this episode of Her Best Chapter , Michelle talks with Carrie Quintanilla , transformational leader, bestselling author in Woo-Woo , and co-founder of ModOps Consulting. After 30 years in corporate leadership, Carrie made the decision to step away and cr...

This week on Her Best Chapter , we're doing something a little different. Instead of an interview, Michelle Savage is sharing a deeply personal piece she wrote: an unpublished chapter called The Time of Our Lives. Over the last three years of guiding more than 70 women to write and publish their stories, Michelle has witnessed a powerful truth: writing isn't just about looking back, it's about rec...

  What if the systems in your business actually worked for you instead of slowing you down? In this episode, we sit down with Adi Klevit, a process consultant, executive, entrepreneur, and host of The Systems Simplified Podcast. With over 30 years of experience helping businesses create clarity and structure, Adi is an expert at turning complexity into simple, repeatable processes that drive real...

In this conversation, Michelle Savage and Lindsay McMillion Steeman, speaker and thought leader in brand stradegy, discuss the complexities and strategies of using social media, particularly LinkedIn, for business growth. They explore the mindset needed to engage authentically, the importance of visibility, and how to connect with purpose. Lindsay shares her expertise on creating a strong online p...

Work can be human. Leadership can be heart-forward without losing standards or results. In this episode of Her Best Chapter , host Michelle Savage talks with Melissa McCann-Tilton, president and chief revenue officer at Criteria Corp, revenue strategist, author in Woo Woo , and unapologetic truth teller. Melissa opens up about taking off the armor at work, shifting from power over to power through...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, we're exploring what it means to reclaim your light in midlife, through spirituality, boundaries, and the stories we choose to tell. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Shay Michelle Drapeau, bestselling author of "Got A Light", certified personal development coach, and founder of She Breathes Life™, where she creates soul-nourishing spaces for women and femmes t...

What if the future of democracy depended on women stepping up to lead? In this episode, Michelle sits down with Christy Jaynes: branding coach and author of  From the Ground Up: Women Like You Are Saving Democracy to talk about the vital role women play in politics and civic leadership. With her expertise in branding and personal development, Christy helps women overcome self-doubt and visualize t...

What if the story you have been holding onto is the key to your next chapter? In this episode the tables turn: Theresa Pore, founder of The UnBreakable Conference, sits down with Michelle Savage to discuss purpose, publishing, and the power of storytelling. The two first came together to create  Pieces to Purpose , a bestselling book featuring 17 women's stories of turning pain into purpose. Now t...

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, we're exploring the realities of sexual violence, trauma recovery, and what true healing can look like when survivors are met with empathy and community support. Host Michelle Savage is joined by Ciji Wagner, CEO and founder of Louder Than Silence, Sulit Press's nonprofit partner dedicated to creating safe spaces and resources for survivors of sexual violence—a...

Why is it so hard to ask for help, especially for women who are used to doing it all? In this episode of Her Best Chapter , Michelle talks with Kate Ginsberg, Founder and CEO of Queen of To Do , a personal assistant business that helps people tackle the million little tasks that can quickly become overwhelming. Kate shares her own story of reaching a breaking point, how she learned to let go of th...

When life shifts in ways you never expected, the hardest part is often finding your footing again. In this episode of Her Best Chapter , host Michelle Savage shares her own experience with divorce and talks with Michèle Heffron, a life, relationship, and divorce coach. Michèle works with people during some of the hardest moments of their lives, helping them move through endings, major transitions,...

The most powerful growth strategy for your business has nothing to do with ads, algorithms, or sales funnels, and everything to do with real relationships. In this episode of Her Best Chapter Michelle sits down with Sandy Stewart, founder of Think Big, bestselling author of Show Your Work and Point Taken , speaker, trainer, and advocate for women entrepreneurs, to talk about how intentional connec...