She Talks Business

Dial into your employees' superpowers to help them on their journey   Adan was formerly the Marketing Team Manager and Marketing Strategist for the Lisa Larter Group and once served as a special guest host for six episodes of "She Talks Business" with our current Team Manager, Cass Bald. In this episode, Adan puts me in the hot seat for one of my favorite types of episodes where she gets to ask me...

Gut Instincts and Common Sense Over an MBA Any Day   We are so lucky to have an amazing woman who also happens to be an incredible businesswoman join us on the show this week! Amber Vilhauer and I started our businesses only one year apart in 2007 and 2008, so I wanted to ask her some questions focused on longevity and what she believes are the reasons she's stayed in business for 17 years and cou...

Business, Legacy, & Bucket Lists—We Cover It All    I am beyond thrilled to have my long-time friend, colleague, client, and co-conspirator, Samantha Moonsammy, acting as our guest host in this edition of Ask Me Anything!  If you remember the Oprah in Ottawa event I referenced a few episodes back, Samantha is the woman who I worked with to bring that event about. She is a great person with an amaz...

Not all business owners are.    This episode of She Talks Business is out of the ordinary because it's not for the average person. In fact, I'm going to tell you right now—this episode isn't for 99.9% of you. Today, our guest, Justin Breen, is only talking to true visionaries—a special group that makes up only 0.1% of the population.  Justin's purpose in life is to connect visionaries for the bene...

Exponentially Increase Your Impact with Genuine Connections   Welcome back to She Talks Business! Today, we are sitting down with someone I look up to so much, Giovanni Marsico.  I've been attending his event, Archangel Summit, since 2016, and I'm so glad he is joining me today. We have so much to learn from someone who values relationships more than anything, and it's with this mindset that he ha...

From Wiener Dogs to Dropping Out of High School to Going into Business 100% for Myself   This edition of Ask Me Anything was such a blast to do with my new podcasting BFF, Richard Citrin.   Richard, if you don't remember from my previous episode with him , helps people successfully navigate the inevitable happenings of life. Whether they are wins or failures, he helps his clients learn essential l...

Be the Best You Can Be   Joining us this week on She Talks Business is a very special guest, Phil Holberton. He is an incredible example of how mental agility can help you overcome some of the biggest physical and mental challenges you face in life.    With many decades of specialized expertise in strategic planning, business development, operations, and executive coaching for senior executives, b...

It's Hardwired Into You.   If you've ever felt defeated, like you shouldn't have even started your business or taken on that project, or maybe you just can't get over grief in your personal life, then you need to listen to this week's special guest, Richard Citrin, an expert on resilience. Richard views and talks about resilience in a way I hadn't considered before, where resilience isn't a skill...

From Directionless to Navigating Deserts & Frozen Tundra   This might be the best episode we've ever done of She Talks Business. I'm stoked to have special guest and old friend Ray Zahab on the show to talk about his incredible transformation from a pack-a-day smoker to an ultra-distance runner and explorer. We even dive into how he applied the same mindset he had around transforming his life the...

Women Lead Differently In the Best Way Possible    Our special guest on She Talks Business this week has had a profound impact on some of the most accomplished female entrepreneurs of our time, guiding them to reach new heights in their businesses.  We are incredibly lucky to have Kris Plachy on the show,  as she is busy doing so many amazing things and is in such high demand. She does so many gre...

Heal Your Mind to Heal Your Business   This week, we're talking with special guest Annie Wright, LMFT, a psychotherapist, about relational trauma and mental wellness and how it affects your business.   Annie founded and runs Evergreen Counseling, a boutique trauma-informed therapy center in Berkeley, California, where she practices therapy and oversees a staff of 20 trauma therapists. In addition...

Sharpen Your Business Systems for Success   This week on She Talks Business, I'll be recording the second "My Take" series where I will give you my opinion and what I took away from my most recent read. We'll be talking about Nick Sonnenberg's Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work .    The short version: This is excellent. It's a fantastic, super smart...

Energy & Emotional Wellness in Your Business    Let's sit down with Tracy Litt, a renowned teacher of science and spirituality and the founder of The School of Becoming . In this episode, we're talking about science and spirituality on a business podcast because I believe the more connected to yourself you become, the more work you do on yourself, and the better you become as an entrepreneur, busi...

Strategies for Powerful Communication   This week's special guest, Kathryn Janicek, helps people overcome something many of us fear more than death - public speaking. I loved this conversation because she shared so many valuable tips to improve in so many speaking scenarios, including presentations, interviews, and meetings - so much more than just speaking on a stage.  After being laid off by a n...

Your Business Doesn't Have to Suck the Energy Out of You   Exhausted from running your business? You're not alone. Successful entrepreneur Jamie Palmer discovered Human Design and transformed her work. Curious how? This week, you'll explore human design, a tool that can help you build a fulfilling business based on your unique design. Learn how human design empowers strategic decisions and builds...

Building Brand Credibility in the Digital Age   This week's episode on She Talks Business is a thought-provoking and insightful conversation with Debbie Lu, where you'll hear about the evolving landscape of business, the impact of AI on marketing, the significance of public relations, and the power of strategic relationships.   Driven by a passion for media, Debbie immigrated to Canada from China...

What To Focus On So Your Business Succeeds Something new is starting for She Talks Business this week, and I'm excited to share it with you. I recently did a season with my niece, Mackenzie, and I had so much fun answering her questions about owning and running a business. So, I called out on Facebook and asked if anyone else would be interested in sitting in the host seat, picking my brain, and a...

Build Your Own or Franchise Your Dreams?   This week on She Talks Business, we have a new guest, Ashley Gundlach, president of British Swim School, a North American Learn to Swim franchise.  Unsure if you should build your business from scratch or use the support of a franchise? This episode will help you discover the pros and cons of owning a franchise, the flexibility and limitations, and unders...

A Valuable Resource for All Business Owners This week on She Talks Business, you'll hear a new type of episode called My Take. These episodes are my opinion on things I am reading and find interesting. You'll listen to what I liked about what I was reading, and then I'll give you my take on it. This first episode is fascinating because it features Noah Kagan's new book, Million Dollar Weekend . I...

A Conversation that Will Change Your Leadership   This episode of She Talks Business is with the respected Colonel Chris Kolenda, a retired army colonel with an extensive background in leadership and advisory roles. Throughout this, you'll learn about Chris' background, experiences, and transition to a leadership consulting business aimed at making a meaningful impact.   Establishing Boundaries an...

Flow, Energy Audits, and Business Alignment   Feeling the familiar tug of work draining your energy? Buckle up because, in this episode of She Talks Business, the limitations that you have in your mind are about to shatter. This episode's special guest, Makhosi, is a 7-figure entrepreneur, leader, and spiritual high-performance coach.  After listening to this episode, you'll feel empowered and equ...

Is Your Store Stuck in the Stone Age?   In this episode of She Talks Business, you'll learn about the dynamics of retail and business innovation with Liza Amlani, the principal and co-founder of Retail Strategy Group. Explore retail, technology, and consumer behavior, and gain valuable advice.   Building Relationships in Marketing Liza Amlani, with her background in teaching fashion marketing at F...

Understanding Your Cycle, Managing Symptoms, and Thriving   Welcome to another episode of She Talks Business. In this episode, my special guest, Mackenzie St. Laurent, a menstrual wellness counselor and young entrepreneur, joins in to share how she helps women understand and manage their menstrual health from a holistic perspective.   Shifting the Narrative   Historically, there has been a lack of...

Sales Strategies for Service-Based Businesses   This episode of She Talks Business is anything but ordinary. With Mackenzie St. Laurent, you'll learn about sales strategies, mindsets, and invaluable tips that are highly insightful. Forget stale pitches and forced smiles—you'll learn what it truly means to excel in sales and service-based businesses.   Agility in Sales Agility became our watchword....

Planning, Structure, and Success Metrics   This week on She Talks Business, I'm joined by Mackenzie St Laurant again to talk about The Beginner Mind Essentials for Business. This episode is all about sharing the secrets to building a thriving business. This episode covers essential aspects such as structuring business activities, goal setting, and sustaining your momentum. Riding the Wave of New B...