The KTS Success Factor® (a Podcast for Women)

You don't need to be mean to have boundaries—you just need to be willing to honor them. If saying "no" makes you feel guilty, selfish, or worried about disappointing others, this episode will help you rethink what healthy boundaries really look like Jen Fry is a conflict literacy expert, TEDxDuke speaker, tech founder, and former NCAA volleyball coach. Through her firm, JenFryTalks, she helps lead...

You don't need to do more to move forward. Sometimes, the real breakthrough comes from deciding what to stop carrying. Ginny Priem is a keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, master certified coach, bestselling author, and creator of the UNSUBSCRIBE™ framework — a practical system designed to help high-achievers reclaim their time, energy, and focus without losing momentum. In this episode, Ginny shares...

You don't always pivot because you know exactly where you're going. Sometimes, you pivot because the version of success you're chasing no longer feels aligned with who you want to become. Suchi Sairam is a chronically curious arts entrepreneur, Bharatanatyam artist, teacher, choreographer, author, speaker, and founder of the Quiet Ambition Project. With a background spanning chemical engineering,...

You don't have a growth problem. You have a letting go problem. Melissa Morris is the founder of Agency Authority, a project management and operations consultancy that helps small business owners scale without burning out. With over a decade of experience, she's helped countless women step out of client work, build high-performing teams, and finally grow their profits without sacrificing their san...

What do you do when everything you've built has to coexist with something you didn't choose?  Bron Watson is a two-time cancer survivor, international speaker, and founder of The Serenity Project. After navigating two cancer diagnoses while keeping her business alive, she now helps women build resilience that bends without breaking—challenging toxic hustle culture with evidence-based, compassion-l...

You've done everything right, built the career, climbed the ladder, checked the boxes. So why does it still feel…off? Anusia Gillespie is a lawyer-turned-novelist and RYT-200 certified yoga instructor. Her work spans the cutting edge of GenAI in the legal industry and the timeless journey of personal transformation. Her debut novel, Soul Toll (to be released October 2026), blends high-achieving am...

What if the key to high performance at work isn't pressure, control, or perfection; but love? Kelly Winegarden Hall is a leadership expert, business strategist, and founder of Live Large. With over 30 years of experience leading diverse teams and turning around distressed organizations, Kelly helps companies move from surviving to thriving. Her work is rooted in a simple but powerful idea: when pe...

Financial success is not just about numbers; it is about confidence, clarity, and courage. Nancy Griffin is the founder of Women, Worth & Wellness®, a connector and influencer who has spent decades helping women take control of their financial lives. Since establishing her practice in 1994 as a Private Client Wealth Advisor, Nancy has focused on empowering women to understand their health, wealth,...

Fitness is no longer just about burning calories or building muscle; it's about belonging. Whitney White Kozlowski is the founder of The Beau Collective, a hybrid fitness studio and curated retail space in Park City that reimagines what the gym experience can be.  A decade ago, Whitney brought her bold vision to life, creating a "third place" where challenging workouts meet genuine connection and...

Many high-achieving women can lead teams, close deals, and build global careers — yet feel confused, frustrated, or discouraged when it comes to love. Lynda Williams is the founder of the Evolved Woman Program, a relationship coach, and podcast host who helps ambitious women find love without compromising their success. After building a career across three continents in leadership and entrepreneur...

Leadership today requires more than skill, strategy, or resilience alone — it requires courage that is grounded, aligned, and sustainable. Eveline Shen , who prefers to be called Ev , is an award-winning leader and social change strategist with more than two decades of experience building movements and developing courageous leaders. As the former executive director of one of the largest women-of-c...

Mindset is not about positive thinking — it is about courageous reflection, honest reframing, and intentional reinvention. Simon Calderbank is the founder of Big Knows and a leadership mindset coach dedicated to helping women reflect, reframe, and reinvent their mindset for lasting personal and professional growth. Raised in a strong matriarchal household by his mum, auntie, and sister, Simon deve...

Boudoir photography is not about vanity or perfection — it is about confidence, self-expression, and reclaiming your power. Liz Hansen is the owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography, a boutique studio dedicated to helping women feel confident in their bodies, relationships, and lives. Since opening her studio in 2018, Liz has grown it into the Chicago area's premier boudoir photograp...

Humanitarian fashion is more than a trend — it is a movement built on empathy, cultural preservation, and collective healing. Shahd Alasaly is a sociology instructor at the University of South Florida. Her work focuses on trauma, displacement, and collective healing through an anti-colonial lens. She is the founder and creative director of Blue Meets Blue, a slow-fashion label employing refugee wo...

Failure is an unavoidable part of life — but for women, it often comes with heavier expectations, harsher judgment, and higher emotional tolls. Dr. Tamara McMillan is a seasoned facilitator, consultant, educator, and transformational speaker. With over 18 years of experience across corporate, government, and higher education, she specializes in leadership development, self-mastery, and innovative...

Fear-based leadership is on the rise, impacting an estimated 60-70% of organizations today. Understanding how these leaders operate—and learning strategic ways to protect your power and well-being—can help you move from just surviving to truly thriving, even in challenging workplaces. Kate Lowry is a CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author based in Silicon Valley. Her expertise on fear-based lea...

Melissa Franks is a seasoned business strategist, Fractional COO, podcast host and speaker, and transformation leader with a track record of scaling businesses and driving operational excellence with a people-first approach that mobilizes teams for unprecedented results. A former Fortune 500 executive and OnCon Icon "Top 100 COO" Winner (2022-2024) , she has led billion-dollar IT transformations,...

Many organizations still use outdated hiring methods that turn off top talent and fuel unconscious bias. This leads to bad hires and harms employer reputations. By updating interview processes and using undercover research, companies can reduce bias, improve candidate experiences, and build stronger, more diverse teams that succeed. Nora Burns , a keynote speaker and researcher, went undercover fo...

High-achieving corporate women often feel trapped by golden handcuffs, spending countless nights traveling for work while missing precious family time. By building strategic short-term rental businesses with automated systems, women can escape the corporate grind and create both financial independence and time freedom on their own terms. Madeleine Raiford-Holland built three successful businesses...

Many high-achieving women struggle with perfectionism and maintaining authentic leadership while building successful businesses. Without intentional alignment between personal values and professional goals, leaders can become disconnected from their teams and lose the very qualities that drive meaningful success. By embracing vulnerability and leading with intention, women can create more impactfu...

Scattered doubts and self-criticism can hinder women from achieving their full potential in business. Without action, these feelings can lead to missed opportunities and unfulfilled dreams. By taking small steps and seeking support, women can overcome obstacles and thrive in their entrepreneurial journeys. Theresa Slater , known as Terry, is the president of Empire Interpreting Services, which she...

Workplace bullying isn't just uncomfortable—it's career sabotage. If you've ever felt targeted, diminished, or singled out by a colleague or boss, you're not alone. The harsh reality? There's likely at least one bully in every office, and they've honed their behavior over decades. Vicky Oliver is a leading career development expert and the multi-bestselling author of five books, including  Bad Bos...

Scattered photos and digital clutter make it easy to lose precious memories. Without action, they risk being forgotten or destroyed. The longer we wait, the harder it gets, and disasters or time could erase them forever. By taking small steps and getting help, you can preserve, enjoy, and share your memories for generations. Bonnie Hillman Shay is a Certified Photo Organizer and founder of Maripos...

Many professionals struggle to showcase their value, missing opportunities and career growth. Without a clear personal brand, others define your reputation for you. This lack of visibility leads to stalled promotions and overlooked achievements, especially for women. By owning your narrative and amplifying your impact, you can attract the opportunities you deserve. Dr. Carol Parker Walsh , JD, PhD...

When hiring new employees, particularly in today's digital age, executives face the daunting challenge of ensuring they bring trustworthy and competent individuals into their organizations. The risk of hiring someone with a questionable background or misrepresented qualifications can lead to significant organizational damage, from financial loss to reputational harm. This is especially critical fo...