Becoming PowHERhouse

In this week’s PowHER Puff episode, Nicholle shares a recording of a recent talk she did for Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO). Tune in to hear the talk! Plus, get an inside look of what led to this opportunity + how she prepared to share and craft a compelling story in a short amount of time.  The Talk 👉 Nicholle shares a deeply personal story of a life-altering experience that caused her to reas...

Have you been holding off on making the next move in your business? Having a difficult conversation? Doing something differently but afraid of the outcome? Whatever it is you’ve been waiting on, Nicholle shares 5 reasons why you should just go for it! Life is too short so tune in to this PowHER Puff episode on how you can live in alignment with who you are.  Want more things PowHERhouse?! For more...

Being an entrepreneur can be daunting, but fear should never hinder your progress. Join us for a powerful conversation with Shannon Traphagen, MSW, as she shares her inspiring journey of turning personal loss into a driving force for change. In this episode, Shannon and Nicholle explore the transformative power of vulnerability, the importance of finding purpose amidst pain, and the art of making...

Does your brand reflect who you are today? Nicholle chats with Dana Goodemote, professional branding and headshot photographer, about creating a brand identity people will recognize AND trust. Whether you’ve been in business a while or are just starting out, Dana dives into how to elevate your brand and why it’s important to have a strategy.  Photographing other business owners and helping them se...

In this episode of Becoming PowHERhouse, Nicholle has a powHERful conversation with Samantha Parker, content creator, social media manager and social media strategist. They touch on staying patient in the growth of your business, and learning to adapt to all changes that happen in or affect your business. They put emphasis on self care, getting rid of the “shoulds” and taking care of yourself to a...

Are you constantly busy? Do you wear many hats? If you’re struggling with how to do it all AND live the life you want (and not be exhausted and burnt out), Rosanna Berardi shares with Nicholle how she manages being a mom, wife, managing partner of her law firm, and entrepreneur. As a first generation immigrant and active learner, Rosanna is an inspiration to all looking to do it all and live a lif...

What small daily habits or routines do you implement in your life that keep you going or make you feel good? Life happens, and sometimes life is hard. We have to make it work and check in with ourselves. Nicholle talks about how important it is build behaviors that help us remain mentally tough and strong.  In this episode, Nicholle discusses:  Being the strong one and having people relying on you...

Nicholle is joined by the CEO and Founder of Insight Financial Group, Linda Diakite Karressy. Linda shares her story of leaving the corporate world to start her own business. Having kids pushed her to take this leap because she knew she wanted more and have the space to build the lifestyle she wanted with her family. As a mom, entrepreneur, and kick-ass accounting coach, tune in to learn how Linda...

In this episode, Nicholle is joined by founder and CEO of Spouse-ly, Monica Fullerton. As a military spouse, she shares her story of becoming an entrepreneur and her decision to quit her corporate career to go all-in with her business. Spouse-ly, an online marketplace featuring goods and services created by military & first responder family makers, creators, and entrepreneurs, was inspired by...

How many times have you said to yourself… “I will wait until”…? Until after vacation, until I gain a following, until I’m in a better position, until I have more confidence… Why not now? Most change is uncomfortable or painful. Keep in mind – the discomfort is temporary, but growth is permanent. This is how we become stronger and able to take on life’s next challenge. You are worth the effort! In...

Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or defeated in your business? Well then this PowHER Puff episode is the burst of energy you need! Nicholle dives into the importance of taking inventory of what has worked in your business and what may no longer fit as the new economy and inflation affect different industries and the consumer. Building a long term, resilient business is about being able to adjust...

In this episode of Becoming PowHERhouse, Nicholle has a powHERful conversation with Cathy Lanzalaco, CEO of Inspire Careers LLC, WNY’s #1 career marketing firm serving job seekers and career transitioners in WNY and across the country. Cathy shares her story about how she started her business, and the journey leading up to this point in her career. She speaks about how she took control of her own...

Are you afraid of the big S word… Sales? Do you shy away from being direct with potential clients because you don’t want to seem pushy or like you are selling yourself? In this PowHER Puff episode, Nicholle changes the conversation from “sales” to “impact.” She talks about why sales should not have a negative meaning behind it, how to overcome that mental block, and our “Money Blocks.” She reminds...

Have you been writing the same goal over and over in your planner? Wonder why you haven’t achieved it yet? In this PowHER Puff episode, Nicholle challenges you to get curious about the reasons why you haven’t achieved the results you’re looking for. She reminds us that we have the choice to to live the life we want and shifting our perspective can make all the difference in leading us to take acti...

Do you have a habit of saying sorry for something that doesn’t even require an apology? Often times, we are saying sorry for expressing our opinions, taking up space and simply existing. It has become a habitual response to apologize, and we may not even realize how much we say sorry! In this PowHER Puff episode, Nicholle shares her experiences of unnecessary apologies and how you can begin to bre...

Is there a person in your life that makes you consistently doubt yourself or feel like you’re not enough? You are NOT alone. In this episode of Becoming PowHERhouse , Nicholle talks with Lynn Catalano, author, speaker, coach, attorney, and survivor of narcissistic abuse, who helps people reframe their thinking in every aspect of their lives; from the workplace to their personal life, becoming an a...

In this episode of Becoming PowHERhouse , Nicholle has a powHERful conversation with Founder of GSD Creative, Angela Proffitt, a productivity expert, podcast host, celebrity wedding & event planner, speaker and author that travels the world, helping CEO’s, executives, entrepreneurs, and solopreneurs grow their company brand. Angela shares her story of how she started and eventually grew her bu...

Entrepreneur. Mom. Social Media PowHERhouse. And so much more, Nicholle is joined by Alyson Borowczyk of Alyson Kelly Design on this week’s episode of Becoming PowHERhouse! Alyson shares her story of how she founded her company when her son was born, leaving a job she loved, to build the life she wanted. Tune in for the biggest lessons Alyson has learned along the way and the tools she uses to sho...

If you feel exhausted and are constantly overbooking yourself, this PowHERhouse Rule of Success is for you! Nicholle has created many of these rules to create success not only in her business but in life. It has taken practice to build consistency over time, and it will take discipline to establish, and stick to, your own boundaries and rules as well! In this PowHER Puff episode, Nicholle shares w...

Do you feel you have to leave the best parts of yourself at the door in order to make others happy? This week’s guest on Becoming PowHERhouse, Jill Osur, felt this way when she made the decision to start her own business. Jill gave herself the permission to use her voice and asked herself as a leader in the wine industry, what was she doing to be part of the solutions she wanted to see in the worl...

Are you constantly doing work that either you hate doing or you don’t mind it, but you’re not focused on the THING you do best??? This is also known as your Zone of Genius, the one thing you’re amazing at, no one can do better than you. This is where you should be focusing your time! Nicholle shares how you, and your team, can identify what your zone of genius is and how it will help your business...

Contracts! Trademarks! Intellectual property, oh my! Nicholle talks with trademark and business lawyer Layne Lyons on this week’s episode of Becoming PowHERhouse. They dive into what these terms mean, in an easy-to-understand way, and why you need them to protect your business. Layne herself created an online business with a partner, without a written agreement, and ended up getting burned, losing...

Are you looking for more balance in your life? Nicholle talks with PowHERhouse biz owner and Founder of Core Mental Health Counseling, Nicole Mosey, on how she finds balance as a business owner, shows up for her family, and shows up for HERSELF! Nicole shares her story of taking the leap of opening her own practice after working in the mental health field for over a decade. Not only has she grown...

Are you holding on to friendships or relationships that no longer serve you? Let. Them. Go! Nicholle is joined by another badass, powHERful entrepreneur Sejal Lakhani on this week’s episode of Becoming PowHERhouse. Sejal shares her story of losing her husband suddenly and the choices she had to make as her world was turned upside down. From taking care of her two boys, managing the household, runn...

In a time when women weren’t welcomed in the medical field, Dr. Deboarh Ekstrom took on the challenge with a lot of persistence. From balancing her role as a mother and wife, to managing a home, being a leader, business owner, and surgeon, Dr. Ekstrom shares her story of what it took to get here and live a life she loves. She is a PowHERhouse, helping women build wealth and step into their power....