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You know that feeling of being tired without quite knowing why? Not physically tired, just... foggy, unfocused, maxed out, even when nothing on your calendar looks that demanding? In this episode, Marta continues the series on rest for entrepreneurs by digging into mental rest: the type of rest that gets skipped most often because it doesn't look like anything on the outside. As a "chronically cap...

Rest… too often we view it as something we have to earn in our businesses. It’s time we change that.  We’re kicking off a new series on rest for what I call “the chronically capable entrepreneur”: the ones who show up for everyone else and in the process forget to show up for themselves. I’m sharing five types of rest every entrepreneur needs: mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, and rest from...

Why Asking "Why" Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do for Your Business Right Now You've built your business. You've shown up, served your clients, done the work. But somewhere along the way, you may have stopped asking one of the most important questions of all: why? In this episode, Marta shares why asking "why" isn't just a reflective exercise... it's one of the most intentional, purposeful th...

In this episode of Doing Business Gently, Marta shares what it really looks like to lose your voice in business, not once, but twice, and the concrete steps she took to find it again. She gets honest about what survival mode did to her business during the hardest season of her life, why leaning too hard on outside voices (yes, including AI tools) contributed to the disconnect, and how she rebuilt...

In this special conversation, I’m sitting down with two members of the Gentle Business Mastermind, Shelby DellaRosa and Kim Steadman, to talk honestly about what building a gentle business actually looks and feels like from the inside. Shelby is a coach and mentor for women who have walked through caregiving and loss and are figuring out what comes next. Kim is an inspirational author and writer c...

Something feels off, and it's not your strategy. In this episode, Marta shares early results from a listener survey that stopped her in her tracks: over 80% of respondents said they feel disconnected from their business, even while rating their satisfaction a six or higher. The data confirmed what she's been hearing in conversations and experiencing herself: for a lot of women entrepreneurs, the v...

Have you ever sat down to write an email or record a podcast and had absolutely nothing to say? You've done the work, you've shown up, and yet something feels completely off. In this episode, I'm kicking off a new short series exploring why women lose connection with their voice and business, and what that disconnection is actually trying to tell you. I'm sharing a few personal stories from my own...

You made the decision to pivot. You have a plan. Now how do you actually follow through without losing momentum, getting distracted by the next shiny object, or letting the plan quietly collect dust? In this episode, I'm wrapping up the Gentle Business Pivot series by walking you through the practical side of staying on track after the pivot plan is in place. I'm sharing the tools I use myself and...

Have you ever felt like you've tried everything, new strategies, new courses, new tactics,  and still something feels off in your business? The problem isn't you. You've grown. And it's time your business caught up. In this episode, we’re continuing the Gentle Business Pivot series by walking you through the Gentle Pivot Framework. A four-step process designed to help established women entrepreneu...

Are you feeling restless in your business but can't quite put your finger on why? In this kickoff episode of our gentle business pivot series, Marta breaks down what a pivot actually means (hint: it's probably not as big or scary as you think) and shares the four (actually 5 a bonus at the end!) key signs that it might be time to make a change. In this episode, you'll learn: 1) What a "gentle busi...

This is episode 100 of the Gentle Business Rebellion Podcast, and it's been quite a journey to get here. Three podcast names. Two long breaks. One profound loss. And a whole lot of growth. In this milestone episode, Marta gets real about what it actually takes to find your voice as an entrepreneur, especially when life has changed you so deeply that the voice you built your business on no longer f...

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what your next step in business should be, the answer might not be another strategy… it might be that you need to start with rest. In this episode, we explore why rest is not a reward after the work is done, but the starting point for any meaningful, sustainable business pivot. Especially in seasons of transition, caregiving, or feelings of burnout,...

Welcome to the relaunch of The Gentle Business Rebellion. In this episode, I share the very personal journey behind the pause, the loss, and the season that changed everything. After stepping back from the podcast to walk through caregiving, grief, and life transition, I found myself in the same question many women over 50 are asking right now: what do you do when your business no longer fits who...

The Gentle Business Rebellion is a podcast for women over 50 who have outgrown the business they’ve built and are ready to discern what’s next. At this stage of life and business, things change. The work that once fit no longer does. The pace, the pressure, the expectations… they start to feel misaligned with who you are now. And the usual advice to push harder or start over completely doesn’t tak...

Feeling behind in your business already this year? You’re not. In this episode of Doing Business Gently, I'm challenging the pressure to have everything planned by January 1st and share why capacity, rest, and intentional decision-making matter more than perfect timelines. Through personal reflection and encouragement, I'm inviting you to release comparison, honor your current season, and build yo...

Capacity, Rest, and Why a Different Pace Matters Now As we step into a new year, this episode is a gentle but honest reminder that your business is only one part of your life. It’s not (or shouldn’t be) the whole of it. In this episode, Marta shares personal lessons from a season of caregiving, advocacy, and health challenges, and how those experiences have reshaped the way she approaches business...

Debunking the January 1st Myth: Gentle Planning for a New Year In this episode of Doing Business Gently, we're tackling the pressure of having everything planned out by January 1st.  The push and the rush to end the year strong AND start the new year running, undermines the joy of the holiday season. I want to invite you to consider a different way, a gentler approach to business planning.  We are...

In this episode, we're talking about the heart behind The Gentle Business Rebellion. We'll dive into why it exists, who it’s for, and how it helps midlife women entrepreneurs rediscover clarity, alignment, and a life-first way of doing business. If you’ve been feeling stuck, stretched thin, or unsure of what’s next… this is your invitation to begin your own gentle rebellion. What You’ll Learn Why...

Ever feel like your business, and life, are tangled up in endless “shoulds” you can’t possibly keep up with? What if the real success comes from breaking those rules, setting boundaries, and choosing what truly fits your season of life? This episode, I'm getting real about stepping back after a tough stretch of extreme caregiving, letting go of business guilt, and emerging with a new idea I'm exci...

Why You Feel Stuck in Your Business (& Why It's Not Your Fault) Are you waking up feeling like your business is wearing you instead of the other way around? In this episode, I share why many women entrepreneurs outgrow their businesses without realizing it. I explain the difference between temporary stuckness and when you need a full reset. Plus, I introduce my Rediscover, Redefine, Realign™ f...

Self-Care is Not a To-Do List: A Gentle Approach for Women Entrepreneurs Have you been doing self-care all wrong? Buckle up for a game-changing conversation about what truly caring for yourself looks like. In this episode, I'm getting real about self-care—and why our Pinterest-perfect ideas might be totally missing the point. If you're a woman entrepreneur who's tired of feeling burnt out, this ep...

4 Key Components of Building Personal Brand for a Gentle Business Do you find personal branding overwhelming? In this episode, I share my approach to personal branding for gentle businesses. I explain why personal branding doesn't have to feel heavy or complicated. Instead, it can be an authentic way to connect with your audience. You'll learn my four-part framework for creating a personal brand t...

Ever feel like your business is too noisy? Learn how to "hush" it just like you would a cluttered room. In this episode, we explore the concept of "business hushing" - a simple but powerful way to deal with recurring overwhelm in your business. Just like decluttering a room can bring peace to your home, quieting different aspects of your business can help you regain clarity and calm. I'll walk you...

Feeling stuck and overwhelmed in your business? You're not alone. In this episode, we tackle the common problem of feeling overwhelmed as a business owner. Many entrepreneurs struggle with too many tasks, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to keep all the plates spinning. I’m sharing four simple, practical ways to handle overwhelm when it hits - AND... these techniques take just minutes to use....

When you hear the words “gentle business” what immediately comes to mind? Let's bust some common myths about what it really means to do business gently. In this episode, we tackle four common misconceptions about gentle business. I share why being gentle doesn't mean being weak, and how you can build a strong, successful business while staying true to your values. Whether you're just starting out...