Powerful Women Rising - A Business Podcast for Female Entrepreneurs

Send us Fan Mail Hate traditional networking? Same.  That’s why I stopped doing it - and started doing this instead. This episode is a little different because the tables are turned: I’m the guest this time, joining Wendy Pitts Reeves on her Ideal Practice Podcast for a convo all about how heart-centered women can grow their businesses through real, human connection (without turning into a walking...

Send us Fan Mail Your followers don't belong to you, but your e-mail list does! In this episode, I’m joined by Survivor alum and self-proclaimed “Fresh Princess of Email,” Liz Wilcox - and she’s sharing her best strategies for connecting with people and making sales through e-mail marketing. Whether you’ve been avoiding email marketing because it feels boring, sleazy, or just overwhelming, th...

Send us Fan Mail Think you're bad at networking because you hate small talk and scripted elevator pitches? Think again. In this episode, I’m joined by Matthew Pollard - author, speaker, and self-proclaimed Rapid Growth Guy - to discuss how to make networking easier and more effective by leaning into your natural strengths instead of trying to do things like everyone else.    Matthew breaks do...

Send us Fan Mail Being your full, unapologetic self isn’t a liability - it’s a strategy.  What if everything you’ve been taught about how to be “professional” is actually holding you back? In this episode, attorney Lauren Varner shares how she broke free from the outdated stereotypes that often demand women dim their light in order to be taken seriously.  From ponytails and pantyhose to sexy outfi...

Send us Fan Mail It’s not about going viral. It’s about going deeper. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by my new business bestie, Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch - a platform that connects podcast hosts and guests, to talk about what it really takes to build a podcast that grows your business and your influence - without burning out or giving up. Alex shares the truth that so many of us h...

Send us Fan Mail  Are you living for yourself or for the expectations of others?  In this episode, I sit down with Ashley Jordan, author of Unhappy Achiever: Rejecting the Good Girl Image & Reclaiming the Joy of Inner Fulfillment , to discuss the power of shedding societal expectations and embracing authenticity in life and business.  Ashley shares her transformative journey of self-discovery,...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling stuck?  Struggling to make a decision?  Feeling like you've tried everything and none of it has worked?  It's time to unlock the power of brainstorming to help you find solutions to even the most overwhelming problems.   In this episode, I'm chatting with my friend Lizzy Moffett, a former music teacher turned web designer, to uncover how brainstorming and cr...

Send us Fan Mail You can’t build a successful business without relationships - and you can’t have relationships without conflict.  In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Donna Marino, a licensed clinical psychologist and family business consultant, to talk about one thing most female entrepreneurs avoid (but desperately need to get better at): CONFLICT. The truth is that your ability to...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to stand out in a crowded market, have clients rave about your work and make more money with less effort - you need a signature framework! You can have the best intentions, the fanciest website, and all the certifications in the world but if you’re still "winging it" most of the time, you're leaving money and momentum on the table. In this episode, I’m j...

Send us Fan Mail Showing Up, Being Seen and Getting Out of Your Own Way... After 100 episodes of Powerful Women Rising , the biggest lessons I learned weren’t about editing or promotions, they were about how I lead, connect with others and show up in the world. These lessons apply to anyone building something meaningful - especially if you’re working toward consistent six-figure income and want to...

Send us Fan Mail Forget the cookie-cutter approach - these entrepreneurs prove success comes from embracing what makes you different .  In the final episode of our five part 2024 PWR Impact Awards Winner Series , you'll hear from three incredible women who are proving that there’s no one way to build a successful business: 🎪 Kate Laviolette (Empowerment Award Winner) – A yoga therapist, ener...

Send us Fan Mail Overnight success is a myth. The real path to impact is resilience and community.  Entrepreneurship is often glamorized, but the truth is that building a business that truly matters is hard. It takes resilience, community, and a willingness to keep going, even when life throws everything it has at you. In the fourth epsiode of our 2024 Powerful Women Rising Award winners series, y...

Send us Fan Mail Your voice is your most powerful business tool—are you using it to its full potential?  In this episode (the third in our series), I'm joined by three more powerhouse women who were recognized as winners of the 2024 Powerful Women Rising Impact Awards:  ✨ Alexandria Agresta - 2024 Speaker of the Year, aka MADE4MAGIC, the world's first DJing speaker! 🎙️ Megs Crawford - P...

Send us Fan Mail What’s the biggest difference between entrepreneurs who struggle and those who thrive?  In the second episode of the Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners series, 2024 Coach of the Year Jess Thompson and 2024 Business Support Person of the Year Jenn Hartt explain that success isn't just about having the right strategies - it’s about having the right support . We discuss...

Send us Fan Mail Your business can do more than generate revenue - it can change lives. In this episode (the first in our series of interviews with the Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners) you'll meet Talisa Caldwell, Founder of Freedom Creators Co. and winner of the 2024 Business for Good Award.  What began as a personal solution to a skincare problem became a purpose-driven brand tha...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling Like Networking Is One-Sided? Here’s What to Do. You’re showing up, building relationships, making introductions, sharing opportunities—so why does it feel like no one is doing the same for you?  It’s frustrating, it’s discouraging, and it might even have you questioning if networking is worth the effort. In this episode, we’re tackling the uncomfortable reality of one-sid...

Send us Fan Mail  Tired of feeling like you’re always behind, no matter how much you do?  I feel you.  That's why in this episode I've brought in the big guns: Productivity Expert Lisa Zawrotny.  In this interview, Lisa offers a refreshing new perspective on what it means to be productive and how to create a workflow that supports your well-being and your goals. In this episode, we cover...

Send us Fan Mail Tackle That Important Task or Scroll on Social Media? No shade - we’ve all been there.  The truth about procrastination is that it goes much deeper than laziness or a lack of willpower - it’s a complex mix of fear, perfectionism, and decision fatigue that keeps us stuck.  But the good news? You can break the cycle. In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on why you procrasti...

Send us Fan Mail Content Is Connection.  And Connection is Currency. In this episode of Powerful Women Rising , I'm joined for the second time by my friend Emily Aborn.  She's a fantasic copywriter, funny meme enthusiast and the the voice you hear at the beginning of every episode of this podcast! We discuss ways to make content creation simple AND fun.  Even if you think you hate conten...

Send us Fan Mail You have passion, drive and a GREAT business idea - so how do you avoid becoming one of the "failed business statistics"? There are lots of reasons small businesses fail in their first few years but it's rarely because they weren’t “good enough.” Most new businesses fail because they skip over the boring but critical stuff that actually keeps a business alive. In th...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to growing your business wasn't more work - but smarter systems? In today's new episode of Powerful Women Rising , I chat with Melissa Rich, a systems and operations consultant for small businesses, about how mastering workflows and systems can help entrepreneurs reclaim their time and focus on what they truly love.  Melissa breaks down how the things...

Send us Fan Mail Can you be TRULY authentic in business and still be taken seriously? Authenticity is a word that gets tossed around a lot in business, but how do you balance showing up as yourself while also being seen as a professional?   Do you have to tone down your personality to be taken seriously? Is there a point where being "too real" causes people to lose trust in you? In this...

Send us Fan Mail Is clutter in your space—or your brain—holding you back? In this episode of Powerful Women Rising , I sit down with my friend Megs Crawford, Organizer Coach for Women with ADHD and host of the Organizing an ADHD Brain Podcast , to discuss the magic of decluttering in your business.  Although her expertise is in helping women with ADHD, the strategies Megs shares are life-changing...

Send us Fan Mail Networking doesn’t have to be awkward or overwhelming—it just needs a plan! In this episode, I’m diving into how to create a networking strategy that feels authentic and actually works.  I’ll share why having a clear plan is the secret to building meaningful connections, staying consistent, and making the most out of your networking efforts. You’ll learn: Why aimless networking is...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to a high-converting website isn’t selling—but connecting? In this episode, I chat with Skylar Sustin, a web designer and branding wizard, about how to create a website that resonates with your ideal client and doesn’t just make sales but makes an impact. Skylar breaks down how using brand psychology, personal stories, and authentic design can transform your websit...