Superheroes in Heels with Kimberley Borgens

Welcome back to "Superheroes in Heels," I’m Kimberley Borgens, your host and unapologetic advocate for women in business, especially those trailblazing their way through male-dominated spaces. In today’s episode, I’m ready to get fired up and have a raw, ridiculously bold conversation that every woman entrepreneur needs to hear. After 30 years of building my own business and mentoring others, I’ve...

Ready to kick off a new year? In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that holds so many women in business back: breaking the cycle of “getting ready to get ready.” If you’ve ever found yourself over-preparing, waiting for the perfect moment, or doubting if you’re really ready to take a leap, this conversation is for you. After more than three decades building my career in a male-dominated indu...

In this high-energy, end-of-year podcast episode, we’re getting real about what worked, what didn’t, and what’s next on your entrepreneurial journey. Grab your favorite treat and join us as we audit our wins and whiffs, set actionable goals, and refresh those dusty sales strategies. We’ll explore the true meaning of networking, moving past business cards to build genuine relationships and sharing...

In this empowering episode of Superheroes In Heels, we tackle the real challenges women entrepreneurs face when stepping into the CEO role. From prioritizing self-care and setting measurable goals to seeking feedback and making confident decisions, discover actionable strategies for leading your business with clarity and conviction. We dive deep into why many women hesitate to claim the CEO title,...

Join Kimberley Borgens in this empowering episode of "Superheroes In Heels" as she tackles the truth about accountability and why it’s the secret weapon every woman entrepreneur needs! Discover how to break free from perfection paralysis, avoid overcomplicating your process, and embrace progress over perfection—with a healthy dose of laughter along the way. Kimberley shares actionable steps to fin...

In this inspiring episode of Superheroes In Heels, Kimberley Borgens dives deep into the challenges that women entrepreneurs face when they feel stuck and reveals how these moments can become powerful catalysts for growth. Discover practical strategies for self-reflection journaling, breakthrough thinking, and goal setting designed specifically for women in business. Kimberley shares prompts, mind...

In this empowering episode of “Superheroes in Heels,” Kimberley Borgens tackles the unique challenges and strengths of working with adult clients diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. Whether you're a coach, professional, or someone eager to understand how to better support neurodiverse individuals, this episode delivers practical strategies, compassionate insights, and actionable advice to help your clients t...

Join host Kimberley Borgens on this empowering episode of the Superheroes in Heels podcast as she uncovers the "kryptonite" that women often encounter in the world of business. Through inspiring resilience stories and candid conversations, Kimberley explores the importance of setting boundaries, building strong professional networks, and embracing self-compassion and self-advocacy. Tune in to hear...

Step into your power with this inspiring episode of Superheroes in Heels! Kimberley Borgens shines a spotlight on the extraordinary strengths that women bring to every aspect of life. From intuitive communication and community building to emotional intelligence and remarkable adaptability, discover how women turn everyday challenges into triumphs. Tune in as we celebrate visible and hidden superpo...

Prioritizing your safety is not just about physical well-being, it’s also about feeling confident and in control, both in business and in life. Staying empowered, vigilant, and always looking out for yourself and other people is a way of living a confident life. Today we talk about not being a victim in your business. How to stay safe and be aware of what is happening around you. Kimberley shares...

In this episode, we dive into what it truly means to step into your leadership power by shifting from control to command. Discover how trusting your team, celebrating mistakes as learning opportunities, and letting go of micromanagement can transform your business and your life. We’ll explore how building a culture of empowerment leads to innovation, resilience, and personal growth. Plus, hear abo...

In this empowering episode of Superheroes In Heels, Kimberley Borgens dives deep into the heart of leadership, accountability, and the transformative power of letting go. Kimberley explores why true accountability is about ownership, not punishment, and how micromanagement stems from fear rather than effective leadership. Through real-world stories and candid insights, she encourages listeners to...

In this episode of Superheroes in Heels, Kimberley Borgens explores the invaluable lessons older generations can learn from younger women in business. Discover how the next generation is redefining success through authenticity, work-life integration, and fearless innovation, proving that vulnerability and openness are the new superpowers for building thriving brands. By coming together, sharing wi...

In this inspiring episode, host Kimberley Borgens dives deep into the unique challenges and opportunities facing women entrepreneurs. Join us as we explore women’s empowerment, work-life balance, and the vital role of networking for female business owners. Kimberley shares the 6 truths that women in their fifties have learned on their journey—truths that can help women in their forties move forwar...

What can women in their fifties learn from the women in their sixties? In this episode, we explore the powerful lessons that women in their fifties can glean from the trailblazers in their sixties. By the time you reach your fifties, you’ve already built businesses, climbed countless ladders, and maybe even reinvented yourself a few times. But as you step into what’s next on your journey, there’s...

Discover how the constant hustle of entrepreneurship and leadership can lead to overwhelm, and why learning what “not” to do is the true key to business growth and personal empowerment. Kimberley introduces two transformative productivity tools: the “To-Don’t” List and the “Ta Done” List, designed to help you clear your path, boost focus, and celebrate your wins. Learn practical strategies to dele...

Are you ready to redefine what leadership looks like in the modern workplace? In this episode of Superheroes in Heels, host Kimberley Borgens invites women everywhere to step into their authentic power and command presence, not by imitating old paradigms, but by embracing the unique strengths that come with feminine leadership. Kimberley unpacks the history of leadership models and challenges the...

Are you ready to harness the power of “no” and transform your business journey? In Episode 23 of Superheroes In Heels, host Kimberley Borgens dives deep into the art of mastering boundary setting for true business growth. This episode is dedicated to empowering women in business to recognize their worth, honor their time, and implement boundaries that fuel both personal and professional success. D...

In this compelling episode, we dive into the transformative power of coaching for entrepreneurs and business owners facing overwhelming financial obstacles. Listen as we share the real-life journeys of two clients whose lives were dramatically changed through guidance, accountability, and unwavering support. First, we recount the story of a client burdened by deep shame and guilt, who hesitated to...

Step into your power with Episode 21 of Superheroes in Heels, hosted by Kimberley Borgens! This episode dives deep into the true meaning of being a CEO—especially for women leading small businesses. Too often, the title "Chief Executive Officer" evokes images of glass towers and billion-dollar budgets. But in reality, small business CEOs face a unique set of challenges, opportunities, and responsi...

Have you ever been questioned about your credibility as the leader of your company? For thirty-three years, I’ve devoted my life to building and leading my private security business, not from the sidelines, but from the heart of the action. On this episode, I confront the question that’s been asked of me in boardrooms, conversations and on application forms: “Are you a CEO in designation only?” Th...

In this powerful episode, listeners are invited into an unfiltered conversation with a trailblazing CEO who has spent thirty-three years at the helm of a thriving private security and investigative firm. From the frontlines of a male-dominated industry, she has faced skepticism, scrutiny, and the persistent shadow of double standards yet, she has not only persevered but built her company into a mu...

Are you a business owner or entrepreneur who longed to turn your passion into profit, only to discover that running a business involves far more than you bargained for? You started out eager to share your expertise, your craft, your "thing" but soon found yourself bogged down by endless to-do lists, unexpected responsibilities, and tasks that eat away at your time and energy. If you ever wondered...

In this honest and gritty episode, Maybe You Are An Imposter - Or Maybe You Are Playing Small, we dive into the real and relatable experience of imposter syndrome, especially as it shows up for women leaders striving to own their authority. Join us as we unpack the stories we tell ourselves, the doubts, the moments of feeling out of place, and the internal voices that whisper, “Who let me in here?...

Women have often been encouraged, and sometimes explicitly taught, to embody "niceness" in professional interactions, especially in the realms of sales and business. This causes lower sales, expectations, self esteem and so much more for the expectations that woman are supposed to "Be The Nice Person". How is being "the nice person" losing you money and time? Come on this journey with Kimberley Bo...