I'm Done Apologizing

I’m excited to welcome my friend, Dr. Joelle Davis Carter to be this week’s podcast episode guest! Dr. Davis Carter is a Contributing Faculty Member in the Riley College of Education at Walden University. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Carter has maintained a robust research agenda that includes topics surrounding women in leadership, diversity and case study teachi...

Monday-dot-come recently shared an article on ways to support women in the workplace, especially as DEI initiatives continue to be restricted. Join me as I get fired up this week around ways to support (or ask for support!) in the workplace. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupporting...

I’m excited to have Jess Webber join me for this week’s episode on the podcast. Jess is a business coach and strategic architect for visionary businesses. She helps entrepreneurs translate their big ideas into simple, actionable results, creating a solid foundation for growth without the overwhelm. Jess's professional background spans education, real estate, and coaching, giving her a unique p...

Giving It is strange, but very true that giving just enriches you. If you do a kindly deed, If you plant a friendship seed, If you share a laugh or song, If your giving rights a wrong, Then the joy you feel and share Will make more goodness everywhere. It is strange but very true... Giving just enriches you! This is a prayer my mom, Mary Anne Hopper, prays often. It gives her inspiration to help o...

I’m excited to welcome Sian Bitner-Kearney this week for my podcast episode on “celebrating authenticity unapologetically.” Sian is the founder and executive director of Rock Your Beauty, a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting and uniting women in the Cincinnati area. Sian is dedicated to helping women appreciate their own beauty and know they don’t have to fit into society’s mold of perf...

With inspiration from Mel Robbins’ book, The Let Them Theory, I share a little bit of my takeaways from her words. If you’re struggling with comparison, disappointment or frustration, you’ll want to tune in this week! . . Book Reference: https://amzn.to/4bK9OYv (Amazon) . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #wome...

I am excited to welcome Shirria McCullough to the podcast for this week’s episode. Shirria is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia. Shirria is the founder of Mental Wellness CCS, a virtual private practice dedicated to helping millennial moms navigate anxiety, depression, and burnout while balancing their careers, families, and pers...

Why do women hesitate and hold back from sharing how amazing they are? Because they belong to a referent group (Roosevelt Thomas) and “act the way the group they identify with expects them to act.” Join me this week as I share thoughts and tips from the book, “How Women Rise” as a way to share more about how great you really are! . . How Women Rise book - https://amzn.to/41G31dS (Amazon) . . Be a...

I’m excited to welcome my friend and colleague, Lauren Cohen, as this week’s guest. Lauren is a registered dietitian with a background in retail nutrition and food service. She loves to talk about all things food, looks to empower and excite folks with what they can eat, rather than what foods "should be omitted" to be "healthy". Lauren likes a realistic, holistic, approachable nutrition coaching...

I’m excited to welcome Kelly Jewell on the podcast for this week’s episode. Kelly is a licensed and registered dietitian skilled in providing nutrition therapy to individuals struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting, and pre- and post-natal nutrition. Kelly began her career working with local schools and businesses to make varied food options available in the community....

In her book, “15 Likes Women Are Told at Work,” Bonnie Hammer tells us “it’s a man’s world… but only if you let it be”. Join me this week as I unpack the skills and talents women bring to the work place, and how to “be like a woman”! Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #wom...

This week, my podcast will be with my oldest daughter, McKenzie. She is excited to talk about Girl Scouts, celebrating girls & women during Girls Scout week, and she might make you (or a girl in your life) want to join Girl Scouts as well. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowe...

I’m excited to host Dr. Sarah Crawford, CEO and Doctor of Physical Therapy. For the past 14 years, she has both lived personal experiences and experience treating clients. She understands how the brain works to create self-limiting believes and an aptitude to believe it. She has seen all too many women (not exclusively entrepreneurs) who struggle to prioritize their well-being because of putting t...

With all the negativity surrounding us, it’s important to find the small wins in our day-to-day lives. Join me this week as I explore why small wins are important and strategies for creating more small wins in your day. Tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #badass...

I’m excited to welcome Rachel DesRochers as my guest to the podcast this week. Rachel is a mother, a dreamer, a serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Power to Pursue. Gratitude and community are at the heart of everything she does — and she does a lot. In addition to founding Power to Pursue, Rachel is the creator behind Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, Gratitude Grams, and Go...

In a world of social media with toxic positivity and a perception of others having a happy life and reaching all their goals, it’s important to embrace the power of yet. Join me this week for a quick, uplifting episode that will remind you you’re right where you’re meant to be. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizi...

I’m excited to host my friend, Jackie Cetera, on this week’s episode of the podcast. Jackie's dedication to mentorship stands out, especially in her advocacy for women. She is known for fostering mentorship relationships that empower women in the field of higher education. Her commitment to supporting and uplifting women is reflected not only in her professional endeavors but also in her collabora...

I had hoped to be talking about the US’s 1st female president this week… alas, I’m talking about the challenges of rising into leadership roles. Join me this week as we break down why women STILL face challenges in leadership in 2025. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #...

Have you heard “she’s too emotional” when referring to a woman with power? You have! And maybe it’s been about you. Join me this week as I unpack “she’s too emotional” and offer ways to combat this stereotype in your everyday world. . . Related Article: https://www.oprah.com/inspiration/how-to-support-emotional-women-in-the-workplace   . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #donea...

Join all three guests from the Self-Care Series as we come together for one last episode in the series. We’ll wrap up the series and provide insights on their self-care intentions heading into 2025. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #badassbabes #pod...

Ep. 174 - Wellbeing Through Art I am thrilled to have my friend and colleague, Tracy Cunningham, join me for our final individual episode of the self-care series. Tracy is a potter who utilizes her creativity for engaging her wellbeing practices. As a higher education professional, Tracy is no stranger to knowing and needing an outlet for self-care and taking care of her wellbeing. Tune in for mor...

I’m so excited to have a long-time friend, Amanda Zigterman, join me to for our 2nd episode in the self-care series. As a self-proclaimed dabbler and master of nothing, Amanda strives to be a confident and empowered woman who empowers other women. In reality, she spends a lot of time calling out what she considers to be unrealistic societal expectations - mostly surrounding being a woman and a mom...

I am excited to welcome friend and colleague, Dr. Vicka Bell-Robinson, to kick off our self-care series! Vicka uses she/her pronouns and is the Associate Vice Provost in Student Life for Involvement and Belonging at Indiana University-Bloomington. Her portfolio includes oversight of Bradford Woods, First Generation – Low Limited Income Support, Housing Operations and Assignments, Indiana Memorial...

The holidays can be an incredibly stressful time of year. I'm excited to kickoff my first ever Self-Care Series with three incredible women who approach self-care from different angels. Tune in to hear about Dr. Vicka Bell-Robinson's journey of managing motherhood, career, faith, and self-care, followed by Amanda Zigterman's story on re-finding herself through self-care. And last but not least, Tr...

In a man’s world, making the ask seems like an inconvenience for women. How much closer to your goal or dream would you be if you started making an ask that benefits you? Join me this week to learn more. . . I wanna hear YOUR ask! Text me at 513-788-2439 to share your ask with me! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapolog...