Grit, Grace & Growth: Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, Motherhood & Resilience

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, Laura Navaquin interviews Natalia Borakowski, founder of Unveil You, a holistic wellness brand aimed at helping women rediscover their true selves by addressing stress, burnout, and self-doubt. Natalia shares her inspiration for creating Unveil You, emphasizing the importance of education in women's health, the value of community support, and t...

Summary In this conversation, Gabriela Enriquez discusses her journey in HR and how her company, HRBP, offers tailored solutions that bridge the gap between business strategy and human resources. She emphasizes the importance of cultural integration, compliance, and the human element in leadership. Gabriela shares insights on navigating growth, staying grounded as a leader, and building a business...

Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , host Laura Navaquin sits down with Hannah Collins to unpack the journey to true financial literacy and lasting wealth creation. Together, they dive into what wealth really means beyond the numbers, exploring the core pillars of generational wealth, money education for children, and estate planning for all income levels. Hannah...

In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, Laura Navaquin interviews social media strategist Lauren Najar, who shares her journey from a finance career to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the social media space. Lauren discusses the importance of building authentic relationships online, the services her agency offers, and how to stay creative in content creation. She emphasizes the significanc...

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, Mackenzie Fleming shares her journey as a copywriter and the challenges she faced in overcoming fear, particularly in entrepreneurship. She discusses the importance of taking risks, navigating rejections, and the value of messy action in achieving personal and professional growth. Mackenzie emphasizes the need for self-belief and the significance o...

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Sharmila Hall, founder and CEO of SMB Global Marketing, about the challenges of finding personal time amidst the demands of entrepreneurship and leadership. Sharmila shares her journey in the marketing industry, emphasizing the importance of structure, organization, and self-care. The conversation explores strategies...

Introduction: Welcome back to Grit, Grace, and Growth ! I’m your host, Laura Navaquin, and today we’re diving into the art and strategy behind building unstoppable partnerships that can fuel business success and brand growth. Whether you’re in the early stages of your business or scaling to new heights, the partnerships you form can make all the difference. About Our Guest: Today’s guest is Meliss...

Summary In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Mara Smith, founder of Inspiro Tequila, about her journey from attorney and corporate strategist to entrepreneur in the spirits industry. They discuss the importance of building a supportive community, networking, and the unique challenges faced by female founders. Mara shares insights on creating a product that st...

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Debbie Miller, a digital marketing expert, about the essential logistics of building and scaling a brand. They discuss the journey of starting a brand, the logistical challenges faced in business growth, and key strategies for sustaining and growing a brand while maintaining core values. Debbie shares her insights on...

Summary In this episode of Grit, Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Mary Wiegand, founder and CEO of Boon LLC, about her journey of resilience and grit. Mary shares her transition from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced during the pandemic as a single mother of four, and how she balances her growing business with family life. They discuss the...

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Lauren Bercuson, a trademark and intellectual property attorney, about her journey through career pivots and the importance of trademark law for entrepreneurs. Lauren shares her personal story of navigating significant life changes, including her son's health challenges, and how these experiences shaped her career pa...

Summary In this episode, Laura Navaquin speaks with Hilda Perez, a Dominican American entrepreneur, about the intersection of wellness, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Hilda shares her journey from growing up in a family business focused on holistic health to her current roles as COO of Salud and co-founder of Savvy. The conversation explores the importance of nutrition, community advocacy...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , host Laura Navaquin is joined by Mayra, a launch and sales conversion copywriter and marketing strategist who helps ethical business owners connect with socially conscious audiences. Together, they dive into the art of crafting powerful and effective call-to-action (CTA) copy that drives results. Mayra explains why generic phrases like “Click here” or “...

Summary In this episode of Grit Grace and Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with financial expert Genevieve Anderson about the importance of investing and growing your money. They discuss Genevieve's journey into finance, the significance of understanding one's money mindset, and practical steps for managing cash flow and spending intentionally. The conversation also covers the role of debt in we...

Summary In this episode of Grit, Grace & Growth, host Laura Navaquin speaks with Melissa Lohrer, an agency growth consultant, about the significance of strategic partnerships in business. They discuss Melissa's journey from working in-house at agencies to starting her own consulting business, Waverly Avenue Consulting, aimed at helping agency owners, particularly women, achieve sustainable gro...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , host Laura Navaquin sits down with Ari Krzyzek, CEO and Head of Strategy at Chykalophia, a leading woman-owned web and creative agency that helps women-led B2B tech brands scale their businesses through strategic website design and branding. Ari shares her insights on how successful businesses require more than just a great idea—they need grit, a clear...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , Laura Navaquin explores the six foundational pillars essential for scaling any company. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, understanding and implementing these pillars—Mindset, Branding, Marketing, Sales, Systems, and Team—will set you up for sustainable growth and success. Laura provide...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , we’re unlocking the secrets to financing fixer-uppers in 2024 with hard money loans. If you’re eyeing those distressed properties and wondering how to secure funding, this episode is tailored just for you! We break down the essentials of hard money loans, exploring how they work, the benefits they offer for real estate investors, and why they might be t...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , we dive deep into the journey of scaling your real estate investment business from a solo endeavor to a thriving enterprise. If you're ready to take your real estate investing to the next level, this episode is a must-listen! We’ll start by discussing the critical first step in scaling: hiring your first team member. Learn how to identify the right...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , we dive deep into the concept of alignment —what it means, why it’s crucial, and how to achieve it in both life and business. So often, we chase goals or follow paths that don’t truly align with who we are or what we want, leaving us feeling out of balance and unfulfilled. Today, we’ll explore how to recognize misalignment and how to make the shifts nec...

In this episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth , Laura Navaquin delves into the question many aspiring investors ask: Is investing in real estate a good idea? Laura provides a comprehensive overview of the advantages and disadvantages of real estate investing, offers practical tips for those considering it, and shares insights into what makes real estate a potentially lucrative investment choice. Key...

I can hardly believe it—50 episodes in just a few short months, and here we are! In today’s special episode, I want to take a moment to thank every single one of you for your support, encouragement, and loyalty. Whether you’ve been here from the very beginning or joined us somewhere along the way, you’ve helped shape this journey, and I’m so incredibly grateful. Tune in for some reflections on how...

As Grit, Grace, and Growth hits a milestone with our 50th episode, we’re thrilled to announce a fresh new format! Moving forward, we’ll be bringing you two dynamic episodes every week: Motivational Mondays: Start your week with a dose of inspiration and motivation! These episodes will focus on mindset, personal growth, and empowerment—perfect for setting a positive tone for your week. Whether it’s...

Episode Summary: We’ve hit a huge milestone—our 50th episode! 🎉 And for this special occasion, I couldn’t think of a better guest than my very own son, Ezrah. In this heartwarming and candid episode, we dive into what "Grit," "Grace," and "Growth" mean from the perspective of a 7-year-old. Together, we explore his goals, how he handles tough tasks, his take on what mom and dad do for work, and hi...

Welcome to Grit, Grace, and Growth ! In today’s episode, host Laura Navaquin sits down with Amber McCollum, a private money lender and visionary fund manager. Amber, alongside her partners, is making significant strides in the fields of multifamily commercial properties and small business acquisitions. Her journey is not only about successful investments but also about inspiring others through pub...