HAYVN Hubcast

Aging doesn't have to be the end all to your confidence, your health, and your independence, but it starts with a decision: Are you committed to setting up your future self to live abundantly and confidently? If you've hit your 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, it's never too late to begin making deposits for a better version of your future self. This week's guest, personal trainer and nutrition coac...

You may be working from home and getting dressed up less than you were pre-Covid, but how you dress is still a vital part of your success. With or without video calls, your image and appearance are critical to how you feel about yourself, and how you show up. Wouldn't it be lovely to have a personal stylist come in and help you revamp your wardrobe from disaster to a wardrobe fit for well-put-toge...

Whether you are a new mother or a third-time momma, there is often tension and guilt that comes with returning to the workplace. The desire of wanting to be with your child can create fiction with the desire to return to your work as it was pre-motherhood. If you're guided by the narrative that all working moms are stressed mothers (especially after we have dealt with a pandemic and the subsesquen...

The visual appeal of your business is of the highest importance to your success. Branding and logo design are certainly part of your visual story, but they're not all of it. When it comes to visual assets or visual content, good graphic design can take small brands to big brands. Kim Barron, a 20+ year graphic design professional, art director, and owner of New Leaf Graphic Design, explains what g...

Have you considered telling your story, sharing your lessons, or putting your knowledge into a book that will give you even more recognition? These days there are so many options to publishing a book. "The good news is that with growth and technological breakthroughs, not only can we publish our own books, but we can make all the decisions…" -Amanda Miller However, the journey to becoming a publis...

Small business owners suffer many of the same pains and fail for many of the same reasons. Poor marketing, unfocused business strategy and planning, lack of research and lack of direction on what to prioritize are just a few reasons why. "Set the right goals at the right time, and set them in the right priority" -Lisa Corrado One of the most effective ways to increase your chances of success is to...

Taking an idea and creating a concept that you think can solve problems for others is an exciting and honorable dream to go after. Developing a product to take to market can be overwhelming for even the most seasoned entrepreneurs and businesses. "It takes a wise man to learn from his mistakes, but an even wiser man to learn from others" -Zen Proverb In this episode, Hayley Segar, founder and crea...

In the entrepreneurial journey to building a business, there are always more challenges than you ever anticipate. Seeing the overall picture, and having an effective route mapped out that will take you from idea to success is difficult when you've never built a business before. Business mentors may be the entrepreneur's most valuable ally. Successful business owners like Pat Duncan have proven suc...

Managing personal finances is crucial and when not handled properly can lead to debt, unexpected expenses, and overspending. For people who don't have time or are overwhelmed they can get help. Becca Feeley is the Business Development Manager for Financial Sense, a daily money management company that helps with everything financial from cash flow tracking to paying bills. Becca reveals the history...

The phrase, "find a need, fill a need" is a common staple in the entrepreneurial world for those looking to make a difference. When founder and serial entrepreneur, Sarah Spear, found out how isolating her world became being the mother of a child with special needs, she discovered the need for parents to have support and a better way to share knowledge with one another. Empowered Together is the c...

Storytelling has always been a powerful tool for communication - whether it's for entertainment, sharing news, or selling products and services. With video - storytelling can truly and more easily come to life. Emmy award winning journalist Kendra Farn has been telling stories on for nearly 25 years. From her days as a news reporter to her current role as the owner of P Garyn Productions, a video...

Feeling stressed, angry, frustrated, or anxious nearly every day doesn't have to be the standard of living for most people. But that means practicing a self-care routine shouldn't be viewed as a luxury, but rather a necessity for you to be at your best self. Over 75% of healthcare visits in the U.S. are connected to stress Maria Allen, LMT know this all too well. She struggled with a high stress a...

Getting your innovative ideas to market is tricky and overwhelming when you don't have a solid strategy or connections with the right people. While more than 95% of product innovations likely fail, 92% of startups also fail. So how do you successfully get products to market? Rache Brand is a woman of many hats, but more importantly, she is an innovative brand expert when it comes to commercializin...

As we are all completely reliant on computers and technology to operate and grow our business, tech guru Linda Kuppersmith is back for the fourth episode in the "All Things IT" series to discuss everything you need to know about purchasing computers for your business and personal needs. Linda is not only the President and Chief Technology Advisor of CMIT Solutions, but she is also on the HAYVN boa...

As of 2021, 94% of enterprises are using cloud services worldwide! According to Cloudsward, the cloud storage market is projected to increase to $832 billion by 2025. Clearly, cloud storage is a major concern for large enterprises, small businesses, and individuals. Linda Kuppersmith is joining host Nancy Sheed for a third "All Things IT" episode to discuss cloud storage and what you need to know...

It's been reported that over 85% of data breaches that happen are due to weak passwords. The usual signs of a weak password are using your pet's name, recycling the same few passwords repeatedly, or using your date of birth and any family or friend names. Linda Kuppersmith is not only the President and Chief Technology Advisor of CMIT Solutions, but she is also on the HAYVN board of advisors. She'...

Technology is evolving faster and faster as more and more solutions and innovations come to the marketplace. Information security, compliance, automation, and integrations are just part of the problems and concerns facing small business owners and entrepreneurs. Knowing what to give your attention to, how to implement, and what to implement can feel overwhelming. HAYVN Hubcast is bringing you a mi...

Pre-Covid, working from home sounded like a dream come true for some. Post-Covid, many of us have found out that it's not all we dreamed it would be. Navigating constant distractions and needing someone to engage with besides your toddler or dog has become essential. HAYVN founder, Felicia Rubinstein, started the HAYVN community in 2019, anticipating that nearly 30% of the workforce would be worki...

Starting a business can be a dream come true that turns into an overwhelming situation quickly. You may have started your business thinking about your product or services, marketing, sales, social media strategies, accounting, and business coaches, but what is the one thing you left out and needed just as much, if not more? Legal guidance from an attorney. Alexis Brooks is an attorney specializing...

How many times in your career have you felt your levels of motivation waning off after days and weeks of not connecting to your work and its meaningfulness? Feeling burned out from years of climbing the corporate ladder takes a toll on many of us. Eileen Springer, is the founder of Central Park Executive Coaching. She decided to make a major pivot in her own career in the course of one day while a...

Today Nancy is talking with Dr. Katherine Saunders. She is an obesity medicine physician at Weill Cornell Medicine. She specializes in the care of patients with obesity and weight-related medical complications. Dr. Saunders is also a co-founder of Intellihealth, a healthcare technology company whose mission is to scale and democratize access to effective obesity treatment. Her husband brings his t...

Are you ready for a brand new life rhythm? Today's guest Kristen Rzasa brings a unique approach to entrepreneurship. She's a life and business strategist and helps her clients find balance that leads to greater success. Kristen's brings her corporate and entrepreneurial experience to everything she does. Her corporate job was with Daimler Chrysler and she had a side hustle too. When she found hers...

HAYVN Hubcast co-host Nancy Sheed is talking with Soledad Matteozzi the founder of Thinking Beyond Business, a company that helps businesses improve their environmental footprint. Soledad's journey has taken her across the world. She grew up in Patagonia. That's where her love for the outdoors was nurtured. She then began her career in NYC, drawn to the city by the energy and reputation for succes...

When Shea Phinney & Jeff Cohen got married in 2018 they discovered the inspiration for the current business while on their honeymoon. The husband and wife business team join Nancy Sheed and share how their business, E-Bration may be the answer you've been waiting for, just in time for the holiday season. And they also give us a sneak peek to their business journey. What Shea and Jeff did was what...

When you're a parent, one of the most challenging things you can face is mental health issues affecting your child. It's difficult to imagine and tougher to discuss when you are in the middle of dealing with the consequences of your son or daughter going through a crisis especially when mental health issues have been left undiagnosed. Wendy Ward is a loving mother and passionate advocate who went...