Love, Business, and Luggage

In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage, Monica and Clayton pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to serve on nonprofit boards. From board meetings and fundraising to strategic planning and leadership decisions, they share how volunteering has shaped their careers, strengthened their leadership skills, and allowed them to make a meaningful impact in their community. Monica reflect...

Think you’re not in sales? Think again. In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage , we break down what sales and marketing actually mean, how they work together, and why these skills are used every day in business, relationships, and even parenting. We explain the difference between marketing (getting attention) and sales (driving action), how they work together to grow a business, and why u...

Is being “busy”really a sign of success… or just a fast track to burnout? In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage , we break down the truth behind hustleculture and why being busy has become a badge of honor for entrepreneurs,business owners, and working parents. We talk about why we say yes to too manycommitments, how overbooking your schedule leads to overwhelm, and why busyseasons never...

What happens when a nurse practitioner decides she does not want to open another clinic… but still wants to make a bigger impact? In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage , Monica shares the real story behind her book “DPC Dream Job or Total Disaster” and how it evolved into The DPC Formula, an online course and consulting program for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physician...

In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage , we’re talking all things New Year — resolutions, goal-setting, and why January motivation looks different for everyone. We share honest perspectives on why traditional resolutions don’t work for all personalities, how reflection often matters more than a fresh calendar, and why progress beats perfection every time.   We also discuss what the New Ye...

In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage, we’re sharing what we learned from a recent international trip and how approaching travel differently made all the difference. We talk about flights, jet lag, getting around by train and public transit, packing light for winter travel, and why slowing down helped us enjoy more. We also dive into how we book international flights using travel rewards...

In this festive episode of Love, Business & Luggage, Monica and Clayton unwrap the meaning of the holidays — from favorite family traditions to their most hilarious holiday fails. Between twinkle lights, travel plans, and too many sugar cookies, they share what makes the season special (and what makes it slightly chaotic).   Monica confesses her over-the-top decorating habits, Clayton admits h...

In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage, Monica and Clayton share how a curious college kid with a knack for fixing computers turned a help desk job into a 20-year tech career. Clayton opens up about his journey from troubleshooting floppy-disk disasters to leading teams in cybersecurity — and why stepping back from management was actually a move forward for his life.  You’ll hear how lead...

Pack your sunscreen and sarcasm—Monica and Clayton are recording live from the stunning Moon Palace in Cancun! 🌴☀️ In this episode, they dive into what makes this resort so special (hint: there’s history), how life has changed since their first visit, and why Monica insists there’s a big difference between a vacation and a trip. They share how their kid has become a resort connoisseur, the eterna...

You’ve seen the posts, but now you’ll finally hear the real story. Monica and Clayton spill the behind-the-scenes details from Monica’s adventure on The Blox, the nation’s largest entrepreneurial competition. From sleepless nights and new friendships to business lessons and reality show chaos, Monica shares what really happened, what she learned, and how it changed her outlook on success. 🎧 Liste...

One of us runs a busy healthcare clinic. The other lives in the digital cloud. On the surface, these worlds could not be more different. Look closer and you will find surprising overlaps in trust, problem solving, and even stress levels (hint: both require lots of coffee). In this episode, Monica and Clayton share the quirks, clashes, and unexpected lessons they have borrowed from each other’s car...

Starting a business is tough. Starting a business while staying happily married? That’s a whole new level of adventure. In this episode of Love, Business & Luggage, Monica and Clayton open up about how Impact Family Wellness was born, the excitement (and nerves) of signing that first lease, and what it looks like to support each other without being in the trenches together every day. From comm...

In our very first episode of Love, Business & Luggage , we pull back the curtain on who we are, how we met, and why starting a podcast together seemed like both a brilliant and questionable idea. Monica, a Family Nurse Practitioner, author, and business owner, teams up with Clayton, a cyber security specialist and MBA, to share the stories that inspired our mix of love, entrepreneurship, and globa...