Work Better Podcast

In this episode of the Work Better Podcast, Toree shares the concept of 'the tipping point,' where life’s demands become overwhelming and balance is disrupted. Through personal stories as a business owner, wife, and mother of five, she shares her journey of hitting her own tipping point. She discusses the importance of recognizing this pivotal moment to rest, recover, and reset. Toree emphasizes t...

Join us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where we are joined by Carol Moya, a LinkedIn specialist with over 20 years of experience in the international business sector. Carol discusses her innovative 'link methodology' designed to enhance professional presence on LinkedIn. She shares valuable insights and strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to achieve career advancement, business...

Join us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where we are joined by Tamara McLemore, an award-winning executive consultant with over 25 years of experience. Tamara shares her approach to empowering mid-career women to achieve their PMP certification, shift their mindset, and unlock greater opportunities. She highlights the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from a nine-to-five...

Join us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where we are joined by Nicki Krawczyk as they discuss where she transitioned from corporate copywriting into building multiple successful businesses. Nicki shares the evolution of her company, starting from creating a copywriting course in 2012 to implementing the Circuit Sale System. The discussion highlights the importance of commitment,...

Join us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where we are joined by Anna Dearmon Kornick, a top-ranked podcast host and renowned time management coach. Anna shares her transformative journey from working as a scheduler for a U.S. Congressman in D.C. to moving back to Louisiana to focus on crisis communications. With over a decade of experience, including managing political and reputa...

In this episode of the Work Better Podcast, Toree shares insightful takeaways from a recent, uniquely simple and authentic wedding. Amidst the wedding season excitement, three main lessons emerge: the beauty of simplicity, the importance of seizing once-in-a-lifetime moments, and the power to change our beliefs and embrace new experiences. Through heartfelt stories and personal reflections, listen...

Join us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where Jessica Rivera shares her multifaceted approach to leadership development. As an executive coach and corporate facilitator working with Fortune 500 and Fortune 100 companies, Jessica emphasizes the importance of authentic leadership and impact. She discusses her methods, including retreats and one-on-one coaching, and her shift to mo...

In this episode of the Work Better Podcast, Toree shares balancing creation and consumption for a thriving life. She talks about the transition into summer and the importance of reassessing and realigning personal habits to achieve balance. We explore the characteristics of creators and consumers, and how each type impacts our energy and productivity. Tips on taking inventory of your habits and cr...

In this episode, Holly Meyer Lucas, a prominent entrepreneur and leader in the real estate industry, shares her inspiring journey from leading one of the top-ranked real estate firms in Palm Beach County to launching her own creative and PR agency, Hypeboss. They discuss Holly's transition from real estate to creative marketing, discussing the challenges and strategies she employed to help clients...

In this episode of the Work Better Podcast, Toree shares an in-depth account of their recent 72-hour fast experience. From initial motivations and the health benefits sought, such as cognitive improvement and metabolic reset, to the mental and physical challenges faced during the fast, listeners get a comprehensive overview. She also offers practical tips for those considering a long-duration fast...

In this episode, host Toree sits down with Irina, a lawyer turned full-time entrepreneur and yoga instructor based in Brussels, Belgium. The discussion dives into Irina's personal journey of transitioning from the corporate world to a career focused on yoga and wellness. She shares how she got certified in yoga, the impact of mindfulness and yoga on her life, and how she now helps corporate client...

In this episode, Toree discusses the importance of mental health, particularly during Mental Health Awareness Month. With five kids of her own, she shares personal insights and actionable tips for parents on promoting social engagement, limiting screen time, encouraging resilience through challenges, allowing room for failure, and giving children a voice. Emphasizing the need to lead by example. T...

In this episode of the Work Better Podcast, Toree welcomes Candice Carcioppolo, a former middle school history teacher turned successful entrepreneur and brand strategist. Candice shares her inspiring journey from years in education to a leadership role in an education non-profit and ultimately to becoming a coach and an expert in personal branding. Highlighting her challenges and triumphs, Candic...

This podcast episode dives into the often unspoken aspects of entrepreneurship, particularly the fears around success and money that can hold people back. Toree gets personal, sharing her experience of overcoming deep-seated negative beliefs about success and money, and how a single mindset shift transformed her perspective. Toree discusses making tough decisions influenced by these fears and how...

In this episode, Toree interviews Jenny Jones, a business operations manager and consultant. She shares her journey from starting in finance to discovering her passion for enhancing business operations. Jenny emphasizes the vital role of being an implementer for visionaries, helping streamline business processes, refine workflows, and make data-driven decisions. She highlights the importance of st...

This podcast episode dives into the often unspoken aspects of entrepreneurship. Particularly the financial struggles and losses that come with pursuing one's business and life goals. Toree gets personal, sharing their experience of enduring the worst financial year. She discusses making tough decisions like pulling a significant income from their household, investing in hires and another business,...

This podcast episode features a discussion with the founders of Girls with Grit, a platform created to support and empower women in the real estate industry. Toree is joined by; Jamie, Tara, and Lauren who share their personal journeys in real estate and entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of collaboration over competition, the growth of their platform and events, and how they balance th...

This episode explores the 5831 method, a straightforward strategy designed to help entrepreneurs, especially realtors, acquire new clients effectively by breaking down their business into actionable numbers. Toree outlines the importance of having conversations with potential clients and how every 50 conversations can lead to one client using this method. The method's application is versatile, fit...

In this episode, Toree interviews Ruthann about her journey from starting as a side hustle to becoming a full-time branding and website specialist. Focusing on working with female entrepreneurs, coaches, and service-based business owners. Ruthann shares her transition from being employed to embracing entrepreneurship after becoming a mother, and how that significantly influenced her business model...

In this introductory episode of Season 4, Toree discusses the transformation from the 'Home Front Podcast' to the 'Work Better Podcast'. She shares her personal reasons for loving to podcast, including the joy of using their strengths in communication and building relationships to serve others, and a bold personality that drives unique conversations. Toree expresses a belief that loving one's work...

On the season finale of the Home Front Podcast, Torree McQueen tackles the topic of sacrifices, discipline, and commitment. She shares her personal experiences and how she's breaking through the glass ceiling in her business. She reveals the top five things she's sacrificing this summer in hopes that you are able to implement some actionable steps in your business and life. In this episode, you wi...

In this episode of the Homefront Podcast, Toree speaks with Candice.  Candice D'Angelo is a corporate dropout with 12+ years of sales experience.  She is the founder of The Selling Lab, a sales training agency where online and offline businesses come to level up their sales skills and develop the confidence to become a leader in their industry. Backed by a personal multi-million dollar s...

In today's episode of the Homefront Podcast, Toree shares 3 tips to help manage thoughts and stress when things don't go as planned.  Running a business and managing a family can be a challenging task. It requires a lot of time, effort, and dedication to making both aspects of your life successful. However, sometimes things don't go as planned, and failures can arise. Whether it's a failed bu...

In this episode of the Homefront Podcast, Toree speaks with Ellen Yin. Ellen's journey from "Cubicle to CEO®" began when she quit her corporate marketing job five years ago...without a backup plan. After landing her first freelance marketing client a month into my job search, she swore off sending out resumes for good. By re-investing her profits back into the business over and over again, she boo...

In this episode of the Homefront Podcast, Toree speaks with Felicia Romero.  Felicia is an accomplished fitness model, personal trainer, and IFBB Bikini Pro athlete. Felicia's influence extends beyond the competition stage as she is also a motivational speaker, TV host, and fitness influencer with a significant following on social media. She uses her platform to inspire and educate others abo...