Consider the Wildflowers

Knoxville to Knoxville! Comedian, actress, and author Leanne Morgan joins Shanna to talk about dreams that take the long way ‘round. Leanne shares how a jewelry-party side gig turned into living-room “comedy clubs,” why a traditional club grind didn’t fit while raising three kids, and the early-50s pivot that changed everything—investing in herself, going viral, and selling out a 150-city tour. Sh...

Summer hits different when you're running a business and chasing kiddos! Whether you're navigating limited childcare, shifting routines, or just craving a slower pace that won’t derail your goals — this solo episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how I prep and plan for a peaceful (and profitable) summer that works for both my business and my family. From the questions I ask to set o...

After founding Southern Weddings and Cultivate What Matters —and creating the beloved PowerSheets®—Lara Casey Isaacson found herself at two unexpected crossroads. In this episode, Lara opens up about what it looked like to walk away from the businesses she built, the restlessness that signaled it was time, and how faith, chronic illness, and family shaped her decision-making. We talk about what it...

What if your next business idea wasn’t about making millions—but helping just one person? In this episode, Tom Livingston, CEO of Rampart IC, shares how a late-night phone call from a friend sparked the idea for a life-saving medical device—and how that simple act of service grew into a globally distributed, 8-figure company. From sketching concepts on a napkin to testing a prototype during a secr...

What does work-life balance really look like when you're building a business with little ones underfoot? In this honest and behind-the-scenes episode, I’m sharing 10 strategies that have helped me navigate motherhood and entrepreneurship without full-time childcare—from finding pockets of deep work to rethinking routines, home life, and asking for help. If you’re juggling big dreams and snack...

In this conversation, Paige returns with a more personal take on life as a digital entrepreneur living abroad. We’re talking guilt-free boundaries, “done is better than perfect” energy, tracking your freedom number, getting ruthless with your to-do list, and why ROI isn’t always about revenue. She’s pulling back the curtain on the intentional choices that help her avoid burnout, make peace with no...

Jen Wood, founder of Mango’s Decor & Co, is a third-generation furniture entrepreneur who turned a love for design into a 7,000-square-foot furniture boutique serving families across the Southeast. From car seat naps to couch deliveries, Jen built her business with babies in tow—proving that motherhood and entrepreneurship can grow side by side. In this episode, Jen shares how she scaled Mango...

What does it really take to grow a small-town bakery into a 17-location franchise? In this episode, Meredith Layton, co-founder of Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop, shares how a simple dream, a deep love for people, and an unwavering commitment to relational business helped her turn one storefront into a thriving brand. From overcoming early challenges to creating an experience that feels like home, Meredi...

From her humble beginnings as a gracious hostess to becoming one of Tennessee's premier event planners, Whitney Bowman takes us through the highs and lows of building a successful luxury event planning business. In this episode, we explore the power of community support, the valuable lessons learned from growing pains, and her unwavering dedication to creating unforgettable weddings. Whether...

Starting a business is one thing—figuring out everything no one tells you? That’s a whole different story. In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Ford, a stay-at-home mom turned CEO, who went from searching for a bounce house for her daughter’s birthday to launching a thriving bounce house rental business of her own. We dive into the messy middle of entrepreneurship—the late nights, the financial...

Tarzan’s journey from the “make money online” hustle to building a business with heart is anything but conventional.  After spending years in the affiliate marketing game and diving into the world of course creation, Tarzan learned firsthand the challenges of pricing, marketing, and creating a real impact – not just chasing dollars. Along the way, she found herself navigating the messy realities o...

Jen Wagner’s journey from aspiring orthopedic surgeon to powerhouse type designer is a testament to the power of reinvention. In this episode, Jen shares how a series of unexpected life changes—culminating in a leap of faith to go full-time freelance—led her to create a thriving font design business. Learn how her goal to "just pay the water bill" evolved into a full-scale creative ventu...

In this episode, Kelly Nolan shares her approach to time management that helps women achieve more without the stress. Drawing from her experience as an overwhelmed attorney, Kelly offers practical strategies for managing both personal and professional tasks with less anxiety and more clarity. She explains how she learned to confidently say "no" when needed, create space for much-needed b...

Katie Hunt’s journey is a true testament to adaptability, resilience, and innovation. From her beginnings in corporate America to venturing into entrepreneurship, Katie took a bold leap into the world of digital products. With a passion for empowering others, she founded Proof to Product, a company dedicated to helping makers and product creators build sustainable, successful businesses. Over the...

Imagine swapping your daily grind for an international adventure! Stephanie May Wilson has turned her dream life into reality under the sunny skies of Granada, Spain. Stephanie dives into how this bold move wasn’t just about chasing sunsets but strategically reshaping her family’s future, slashing living costs, and aligning her work with her deepest passions. She gets real about the nitty-gritty o...

Turning Dirt Into Dollars! Meet Jennifer Gulizia — a woman who took a four-week toe-dip into corporate America, followed by a five-year deep dive into banking, to finally realize that a creative career was her true dream. After building a successful six-figure photography business, Jennifer pivoted once again, this time to flower farming — and she did it all in her own backyard, with cash. No debt...

As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle, the late nights, and the constant pressure. Before you know it, you’re scrolling social media at 8 PM because you and your spouse have seemingly run out of things to say or simply numbing out from the exhaustion of it all. Sound familiar? The reality is, building a business takes a toll—especially on relationships. I’ve been at this entr...

Welcome back to the show one of our favorite past guests, renowned surface pattern designer Bonnie Christine, for our second encore episode! In today’s episode, Bonnie is sharing how she scaled her business to multi-seven figures, built a thriving community of 185k creators, and did it all—mostly from her spare bedroom. From time management hacks that’ll have you scribbling notes faster than your...

Most small business owners I work with would say they started a business for freedom : freedom of time, creative freedom, financial freedom… yet somewhere along the journey we build business that have us chained to our desk instead of out in the sunshine, stressing over unanswered emails instead of playing with our kiddos, and pinching pennies instead of paying ourselves on autopilot.  Not to ment...

Today, we’re doing something totally new: a roundtable discussion with three small business owners, just like you, who are navigating the rollercoaster of growing a business while balancing the rest of life’s demands. These three women come from different industries, different seasons of life, and different business models . But they all have one thing in common: they are on a mission to build bus...

Welcome back to the show one of our favorite past guests (and a dear friend of mine) Ashlyn Carter, founder of Ashlyn Writes, for the first of our Encore episodes! Last time, we talked about building a business—this time, we’re getting real about how to build a life alongside that business. No fluff, just the good, the bad, and the messy middle of juggling entrepreneurship and family. If you’re an...

New year, fresh start, and that shiny list of goals you swear you'll conquer this time around. Sound familiar? By January 14 (aka Quitters’ Day), reality hits, and those dreams are collecting dust. Enter THE Lazy Genius herself, Kendra Adachi. She’s a New York Times bestselling author, podcast queen, and one of my favorite voices of reason when it comes to ditching the hustle and focusing on...

Are your finances in need of a fresh start?! Whether you’re tuning in right after ringing in the new year or catching this on a random Thursday in May, side-eyeing your bank account and wondering, “Where did it all go?”—this episode is for YOU. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own financial practices and sharing the 7 steps I take at the beginning of each year to reset our personal and bu...

It's that time of year again—where the magic of the season meets the whirlwind of new resolutions and goal setting. But let’s face it, the excitement of setting goals often fades by February, leaving many of us questioning: Why do goals feel so hard to achieve? If you’ve ever found yourself setting ambitious goals only to fall short, you’re not alone. In fact, a staggering 92% of people don’t...

As the year winds down, it’s easy to get caught up in the holiday rush and forget to take a moment to reflect. But the end of the year is the perfect opportunity to pause, look back, and assess how far you’ve come. In Part One of this special two-part series, I’m diving deep into my process for conducting a thorough end-of-year review—a critical step in setting yourself up for success in the new y...