Penny for your Shots

Join me as I wrap up day three of my free course 'Stop Selling, Start Serving,' aimed at helping entrepreneurs enhance their client relationships and develop a business they can be proud of. Learn about the journey my students went through, the tools and language they acquired, and how they overcame personal and business challenges. Discover the importance of systems and automations in s...

I hear so many Direct Sellers and Network Marketers say they don't want to feel "salesy". They don't want to bug their friends and family, and they don't want to feel like they're "hustling" every month to make goals. As one of the top elite leaders in my former company, I led a team of about 650 entrepreneurs, conducting in-home wine tastings. One of the be...

Join Amanda Smith of the Buggy Barn Museum and Pine Moore Old West Town in Blanco, Texas, as she shares fascinating stories about her family's collection of antique carriages, experiences in the film industry, and the upcoming Wine Camp retreat. From hosting proms and weddings to collaborating with Hollywood on major films like 'There Will Be Blood' and 'True Grit,' Amanda...

Join me in this insightful episode as I reconnect with Angel Wilburn, a seasoned public relations strategist, trainer, and navigator. Angel shares her expertise on overcoming overthinking, increasing business visibility, and maximizing efficiency. Learn valuable pro tips on time-saving, simplifying systems, and creating impactful PR toolkits. Discover Angel's advice on crafting compelling one...

Join me in an insightful conversation with Tiffany Sommers, a professional organizer from Sarasota, Florida. Tiffany shares her wealth of knowledge on home organization and offers a treasure trove of tips and tricks to help you declutter and simplify your life.  From decluttering to creating personalized and effective systems, Tiffany’s stories and expertise are sure to inspire you. We discuss the...

In this episode of Penny for your Shots, I sit down with Pistol Packin Paula, a two-time world champion pistol twirler. From her beginnings in Connecticut to Hollywood dreams and a successful career in Arizona, Paula shares her journey of overcoming shyness and proving doubters wrong. Discover her passion for teaching children, her stunts, and her message that anything is possible. And don't...

In this episode, we chat with Kara Cleaver, an entrepreneur who has turned her passion for wine into LaVie Estate Winery in Texas Hill Country. Kara shares her journey from high tech to winemaking, the importance of community collaboration, and the unique wine experiences she curates. Learn about Kara’s dedication to crafting exceptional Texas wines, her 26-acre ranch, and the upcoming Wine Camp e...

Join me in an engaging conversation with Janica Smith, a seasoned publishing consultant who has helped over 150 authors bring their books to life. From her early days as a Traveling Vineyard wine consultant to becoming a self-made virtual assistant and later a publishing advisor, Janica shares her journey and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Discover practical tips on how to...

Join me for an emotional and insightful episode with Julie Kershner, a luxury real estate specialist who divides her time between Wyoming and Cabo. Julie shares her career journey, personal stories, and the significant life events that have shaped her resilient spirit. From recounting her time in Mexico and the challenges of the real estate market to touching personal moments, Julie opens up about...

Tracy Shelton and her husband Marion transitioned from a conventional land-based lifestyle to living full-time on a boat, cruising along the eastern U.S. coast from Key West to Annapolis. Over 15 months, they encountered severe storms, mechanical challenges, and personal struggles while embracing the beauty of marine life, historic cities, and boating communities. Tracy shares her detailed experie...

Michelle Bouse is a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist now serving SW Florida. She spent over 20 years owning her own business and serving Hollywood stars from Jesse Metcalfe to John Schneider to Jennifer Garner.  She started in New Jersey in musical theater as a dancer, earning her living through private events. Auditioning for each role taught her resilience, and self confidence...

Beth Matthews is a real estate professional, founder, and owner of Envision Real Estate in Buffalo, New York. She's a distinguished leader who believes in creating a positive work culture for her team, while achieving ambitious sales goals. She leads by example and is also committed to lifting other women entrepreneurs. She took a break and disconnected from work for a weekend to explore what...

Nichole Richardson and I met through a networking group, and she hosted several wine tastings with me "back in the day." She has a vast wealth of experiences... from her time in the military, to working for a golf cart retailer, to now working mostly from home. She's faced adversity and will NOT be put in a box. We discuss some cringe-worthy moments with co-workers that led her to f...

Alexis Goodwin is the General Manager of an independent, boutique-style hotel in Blanco, Texas. The Blanco River Hotel is our "home base" for Wine Camp this Fall (September 19-21, 2024) in Texas Hill Country! Alexis and I discuss the area, including so many things to do, a variety of restaurants, some breweries and distilleries, and of course, we mention some of the wineries and prime lo...

Most of my guests (and my audience) are women ...umm... of a certain age, like me, who have "been there, done that". Many of us are in that next phase of life where we're rediscovering ourselves, or may be approaching a change... kids going off to college, friends nearing retirement... not "more time on our hands" but more ... "I want to make an impact and I want to h...

Becca Ingersoll is an expert at Finding Joy through Life's Trials. And that is, indeed, the name of her own podcast.  Everybody's got something, right? And she would be the first to say that is true... but she has walked the walk before talking the talk. She is here to support others in their journey of finding joy. She's actually one of the kindest, most joy-filled people I know! B...

Our 2024 A-Fitzy-Onado Leadership Retreat just wrapped up! Hear some of the highlights and decide to join me at Wine Camp this September (19th through the 21st, 2024) in Texas Hill Country! Links to the Ringling Museum and Ca' d'Zan, in beautiful Sarasota, FL: https://www.ringling.org/visit/venues/ca-dzan/   Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https...

Kirsten Graham believes that outsourcing repetitive tasks (the ones you don't like to do) is a part of self care. And that in outsourcing those tasks not only provides jobs for those who enjoy the work, but also allows you to expand your business and provide more opportunities for others. For more information or to listen to Six Figure Business Coaching:  https://www.youtube.com/@SixFigureBus...

This week's episode is a little different in that I'm not releasing an interview, but rather announcing more details about Wine Camp!  In case you missed it, one of my former leaders, Robin Hackney, who now has her own podcast (called Spandex & Wine) and I are planning a retreat for our people this Fall. We're calling it Wine Camp, and it's happening September 19-21...this...

One of the greatest experiences of my podcasting class was being placed into "accountability pods" where small groups could choose to meet up regularly, inspire, and lift each other up. My Pod of 4 incredible women has met every Wednesday, sharing ideas, challenging each other, and keeping each other on track. This week, I'm sharing our first recorded conversation where we collabora...

Michele Miller, got the nickname "Mint" from her grandfather. She's now known to her followers as Mint and is a personal coach who knows what she's talking about...she speaks and teaches from personal experience, after healing from childhood trauma. She's a Better Mint and is helping others become a better version of themselves. We talk about the healing process, parenting...

Maria Romano is in the "Love Business", but the skills she teaches apply to more than just those looking for romance. We're talking Leadership Riz, Y'all! Much like you're told to put your own oxygen mask on first when you fly, she emphasizes that you need to take care of Yourself first. How we start our day is a choice, and Maria gives us tips on how to begin each day on...

Donna Jewett is determined to leave a legacy and continue to make a difference in others' lives. And she's leading by example. Throughout her life, she has taught people how to care for themselves and for the earth. She and her husband lived "off the grid" in their home on Cape Cod, utilizing solar, geothermal, hydroponics, and organic gardening... to power their home and grow...

As long as I've known her, Esther Wheeler has gone by the name "Sunny". If you've met her or checked out her social media presence, you'll agree she lives up to that nickname! In this episode, she shares how she got the nickname and how it's an homage to her grandmother. You'll also learn some WWII history through family stories Sunny shares... and hear some insp...

Angel Wilborn's passion and expertise is Public Relations. She was born to create buzz and help entrepreneurs and small business owners tell the stories of their brands. Creating a buzz is something we have in common... just in different ways! HA! Actually, we have a lot more in common...  As a solopreneur, Angel wears many hats! She's a wife and mom and has faced and overcome many obsta...