Leading Unfiltered

Everyone loves the idea of making it look easy — but nobody talks about what it actually takes to get there. In this episode, Michell breaks down the real ingredients behind effortless-looking success: time, grit, energy, strategy, and continuous learning. Through a relatable, real-life example (your hairdresser knows what's up), she reframes the grind and meets you exactly where you are — whe...

In this episode, Michell Bartlein discusses the critical relationship between energy management and effective leadership. She emphasizes that productivity is not solely about time spent working but rather about the energy invested in tasks. The conversation explores the importance of recognizing personal energy rhythms, the necessity of groundwork for creativity and clarity, and practical strategi...

In this episode of Leading Unfiltered, Michell Bartlein discusses the importance of setting boundaries and the courage to say no without guilt. She emphasizes that every yes to the wrong thing is a no to the right thing, and explores how leaders can design their time effectively. The conversation covers practical strategies for establishing boundaries, the significance of rest, and the mental spac...

Overbooked. Overwhelmed. Over it. Feeling stretched thin and running on autopilot? It’s time for a leadership reset. Join Michell Bartlein as she shares how to shift from survival mode to intentional ownership of your time and energy. You’ll walk away with practical tools and mindset shifts to reclaim your day, restore your focus, and reignite your purpose.

You thought owning a business would give you more income, more freedom, more time… that's the narrative you bought into. Then reality hits. Now you’re working on vacation, making less than before, people drive you crazy, you have less time with your family, you feel defeated, you feel drained, and wondering how to get off the hamster wheel. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. But there is hope a...

Our host, Michell Bartlein is just getting warmed up on speaking the needed truth about the beauty industry for leaders. In this raw and eye-opening episode of Leading Unfiltered , we’re calling out the chaos—because the beauty industry has gone off on tangents that sound good on social media but leave business owners overwhelmed and misaligned. From chasing trendy topics to confusing business str...

Welcome to an unfiltered conversation about one of your most underestimated superpowers— your time . In this episode of Leading Unfiltered , we flip the script on traditional productivity and dive into how time isn’t something to manage—it’s something to reclaim . Discover how to stop running on autopilot and start living with clarity, intention, and purpose using the I’mpact Playbook , a framewor...

In this inaugural episode of 'Leading Unfiltered', hostMichell Bartlein dives deep into candid realities of entrepreneurship, challenging the conventional, artificial notion of work-life balance. She emphasizes the importance of alignment over balance, advocating for prioritizing health and values. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Michell encourages listeners to confront their fear...