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Join me in an engaging conversation with Janica Smith, a seasoned publishing consultant who has helped over 150 authors bring their books to life. From her early days as a Traveling Vineyard wine consultant to becoming a self-made virtual assistant and later a publishing advisor, Janica shares her journey and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Discover practical tips on how to...

Join me for an emotional and insightful episode with Julie Kershner, a luxury real estate specialist who divides her time between Wyoming and Cabo. Julie shares her career journey, personal stories, and the significant life events that have shaped her resilient spirit. From recounting her time in Mexico and the challenges of the real estate market to touching personal moments, Julie opens up about...

Tracy Shelton and her husband Marion transitioned from a conventional land-based lifestyle to living full-time on a boat, cruising along the eastern U.S. coast from Key West to Annapolis. Over 15 months, they encountered severe storms, mechanical challenges, and personal struggles while embracing the beauty of marine life, historic cities, and boating communities. Tracy shares her detailed experie...

Michelle Bouse is a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist now serving SW Florida. She spent over 20 years owning her own business and serving Hollywood stars from Jesse Metcalfe to John Schneider to Jennifer Garner.  She started in New Jersey in musical theater as a dancer, earning her living through private events. Auditioning for each role taught her resilience, and self confidence...

Beth Matthews is a real estate professional, founder, and owner of Envision Real Estate in Buffalo, New York. She's a distinguished leader who believes in creating a positive work culture for her team, while achieving ambitious sales goals. She leads by example and is also committed to lifting other women entrepreneurs. She took a break and disconnected from work for a weekend to explore what...

Nichole Richardson and I met through a networking group, and she hosted several wine tastings with me "back in the day." She has a vast wealth of experiences... from her time in the military, to working for a golf cart retailer, to now working mostly from home. She's faced adversity and will NOT be put in a box. We discuss some cringe-worthy moments with co-workers that led her to f...

Alexis Goodwin is the General Manager of an independent, boutique-style hotel in Blanco, Texas. The Blanco River Hotel is our "home base" for Wine Camp this Fall (September 19-21, 2024) in Texas Hill Country! Alexis and I discuss the area, including so many things to do, a variety of restaurants, some breweries and distilleries, and of course, we mention some of the wineries and prime lo...

Most of my guests (and my audience) are women ...umm... of a certain age, like me, who have "been there, done that". Many of us are in that next phase of life where we're rediscovering ourselves, or may be approaching a change... kids going off to college, friends nearing retirement... not "more time on our hands" but more ... "I want to make an impact and I want to h...

Becca Ingersoll is an expert at Finding Joy through Life's Trials. And that is, indeed, the name of her own podcast.  Everybody's got something, right? And she would be the first to say that is true... but she has walked the walk before talking the talk. She is here to support others in their journey of finding joy. She's actually one of the kindest, most joy-filled people I know! B...

Our 2024 A-Fitzy-Onado Leadership Retreat just wrapped up! Hear some of the highlights and decide to join me at Wine Camp this September (19th through the 21st, 2024) in Texas Hill Country! Links to the Ringling Museum and Ca' d'Zan, in beautiful Sarasota, FL: https://www.ringling.org/visit/venues/ca-dzan/   Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https...

Kirsten Graham believes that outsourcing repetitive tasks (the ones you don't like to do) is a part of self care. And that in outsourcing those tasks not only provides jobs for those who enjoy the work, but also allows you to expand your business and provide more opportunities for others. For more information or to listen to Six Figure Business Coaching:  https://www.youtube.com/@SixFigureBus...

This week's episode is a little different in that I'm not releasing an interview, but rather announcing more details about Wine Camp!  In case you missed it, one of my former leaders, Robin Hackney, who now has her own podcast (called Spandex & Wine) and I are planning a retreat for our people this Fall. We're calling it Wine Camp, and it's happening September 19-21...this...

One of the greatest experiences of my podcasting class was being placed into "accountability pods" where small groups could choose to meet up regularly, inspire, and lift each other up. My Pod of 4 incredible women has met every Wednesday, sharing ideas, challenging each other, and keeping each other on track. This week, I'm sharing our first recorded conversation where we collabora...

Michele Miller, got the nickname "Mint" from her grandfather. She's now known to her followers as Mint and is a personal coach who knows what she's talking about...she speaks and teaches from personal experience, after healing from childhood trauma. She's a Better Mint and is helping others become a better version of themselves. We talk about the healing process, parenting...

Maria Romano is in the "Love Business", but the skills she teaches apply to more than just those looking for romance. We're talking Leadership Riz, Y'all! Much like you're told to put your own oxygen mask on first when you fly, she emphasizes that you need to take care of Yourself first. How we start our day is a choice, and Maria gives us tips on how to begin each day on...

Donna Jewett is determined to leave a legacy and continue to make a difference in others' lives. And she's leading by example. Throughout her life, she has taught people how to care for themselves and for the earth. She and her husband lived "off the grid" in their home on Cape Cod, utilizing solar, geothermal, hydroponics, and organic gardening... to power their home and grow...

As long as I've known her, Esther Wheeler has gone by the name "Sunny". If you've met her or checked out her social media presence, you'll agree she lives up to that nickname! In this episode, she shares how she got the nickname and how it's an homage to her grandmother. You'll also learn some WWII history through family stories Sunny shares... and hear some insp...

Angel Wilborn's passion and expertise is Public Relations. She was born to create buzz and help entrepreneurs and small business owners tell the stories of their brands. Creating a buzz is something we have in common... just in different ways! HA! Actually, we have a lot more in common...  As a solopreneur, Angel wears many hats! She's a wife and mom and has faced and overcome many obsta...

It's been a fun (and exhilarating) ride, getting my website and business up and running! Check out why it's so important to me (HINT: to share Your stories and Your Brilliance). Let's learn together. Let's Sip together. Let's Grow together! Cheers to us!! To learn about Memberships: https://pennyforyourshots.com/memberships Wine Experiences: https://pennyforyourshots.com/w...

Ashley Meyer served in the Air Force and traveled the world. She has been an aircraft mechanic, and is now a Confidence and Business Coach and podcaster, with more than 77 episodes. Like me, she's a one-woman show... we went through Cathy Heller's Your Turn to Podcast course together last fall. I was in a break-out group with Ashley during one of our sessions and just felt that her energ...

Supportive friends, great wine (and cocktails), and amazing memories: What I learned on vacation! In this episode: 6 Lessons Learned from a very memorable waiter in Italy (over 15 years ago!) 3 Additional Lessons Learned from close friends Bonus Advice given. (Hint: what NOT to do if you're a Direct Seller!) Plus, 3 additional ways to share conversations and cocktails with me: Retreats. Texas...

What's the most important gift you can give to those you love? And what do we all need as we get older? Robin Berseth is a mom, former event planner, and team leader with a servant heart. She shares the impact of being present for the experiences in life, rather than accumulating the "stuff". And talks about the importance of friendships as we go through life's stages.  One exp...

Heather Kalous is a high school PE teacher who believes kids need 2 skills to be successful in life: to know how to read and to be a good human. She teaches the latter through exercises and by example. You'll love hearing about: her Character and Leadership Class how she brings in community leaders for collaborations and teaching moments opportunities to prepare for life lessons, including an...

From Database Software Trainer to Methodist Pastor to Wine Guide and Leader, Nancy Kollhoff has accomplished many things. Oh... and during her careers has also been a Handbell Ringer (and sometimes Director), Knitter, a Dragon Boat Paddler, and Cancer Thriver!  I met Nancy through Traveling Vineyard... she was a leader on my team. I know her to be very thoughtful, thorough, and genuine; and also t...

You heard part of Jill Craven's story in one of my very first episodes. Her business, Starstruck AllStars is a very successful cheer, tumbling, and dance gym in central Iowa. She's been a friend since college. Jill and Janet and I had our holiday lunch last week (Jennifer couldn't make it because her family went to the Liberty Bowl...and DANGIT! Cyclones! ugh... but I digress...). A...