The Quinn Essential Life

Balancing Work, Family, and ADHD: A Deep Dive In this episode, the discussion revolves around balancing family life and work, especially when dealing with ADHD. Personal insights and experiences from growing up, handling adult responsibilities, and managing daily routines are shared. The conversation touches on how labels like ADHD can be both limiting and helpful and highlights the importance of...

A Candid Catch-Up: Reflections on Family, Growth, and Homecomings In this heartfelt conversation, we explore the complexities of adulthood, emotional transitions, and the nuances of coming home. The speaker reflects on the stress and joy of picking up a loved one from the airport, the continuous inner turmoil of responsibilities, and the shift from viewing parents solely as caretakers to seeing th...

The Non-Negotiable Necessity of Self-Care In this episode, the concept of 'self-care' is explored extensively, emphasizing its non-negotiable nature for maintaining overall well-being. The host discusses the impacts of neglecting self-care on both individuals and their surroundings. Using anecdotes and real-life scenarios, the episode highlights the imbalance often seen in how self-care is perceiv...

Navigating Business Reviews and Social Media for Small Businesses In this episode, we delve into the challenges and learning experiences of running a podcast and explore the importance of business reviews, particularly for small businesses like salons and spas. The host shares the story behind the name 'Quinn's Hair Design and Company,' emphasizing the significance of using personal branding for v...

The Heart Behind Welcome Home Craftsman: Building Thoughtful Family-Oriented Homes In this episode, the speaker shares the philosophy and mission behind Welcome Home Craftsman, an enterprise dedicated to flipping houses with a focus on family and community needs. Drawing from personal experiences of growing up in a single-parent household, the speaker emphasizes the importance of creating function...

Navigating Blended Families: Lessons in Unity and Forgiveness In this heartfelt conversation, Quinn and Brady delve into the complexities and unique aspects of their blended family dynamics. They reflect on experiences ranging from early marriages and raising children to navigating holidays and maintaining family unity post-divorce. Quinn shares how meeting her ex-husband Jeff at a young age shape...

Episode 11: Living Life with Intention: Journaling and Planning to Achieve Your Goals Episode Summary: In this episode, Quinn emphasizes the importance of intentional planning and journaling in achieving personal and professional goals. Reflecting on experiences as a business owner and hairstylist, Quinn shares insights on how writing down thoughts and plans can lead to clearer paths and new oppor...

Episode 10: Beyond the Buzzword: Real Life Self-Care Strategies Episode Summary: This episode discusses the concept of self-care, highlighting its varied interpretations based on individual needs. It particularly addresses the challenges mothers and professionals face in prioritizing self-care, and stresses the importance of knowing oneself to achieve personal and professional satisfaction. The sp...

In this episode, Quinn Vise engages in a candid conversation with her cousin, Kylie, about her evolving wellness journey from her twenties to her forties. Quinn shares her personal experiences, including her initial lack of interest in wellness and her gradual transition to a holistic approach encompassing skincare, supplements, and self-care. An emotional anecdote reveals a harrowing experience w...

Planning a Thoughtful and Fun Family Summer In this episode, the host discusses the importance of planning for the summer and shares tips on how families can effectively organize their summer activities. This includes addressing the challenges and benefits of traveling sports teams, and the importance of early planning and open communication. The host suggests having a family meeting to discuss su...

Episode 7: Family Ties and Business Ventures: A Conversation with Brady Episode Summary: Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship: A Family's Journey In this episode, the host speaks with her son Brady about growing up in a household where their mother balanced raising five kids and launching a new business. The conversation highlights the family's resilience and adaptability, particularly Brady'...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Claire, a bright and ambitious young woman who just graduated from cosmetology school. We had an honest conversation about the beauty industry and how it is about more than beauty. Claire shared her journey into the industry, which was deeply influenced by her mother’s battle with cancer. She talked about how helping her mother regain confid...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Hannah about growing up with a working mother, seeing her mom as a role model, and the dynamics of being a child in a divorced family. We dove into the often polarizing narratives of working mothers, either being perceived as struggling to balance it all or excelling to an unattainable degree. Hannah shared her perspective on watching her mother...

As we step into the spring season of 2025, many of us are starting to plan for the summer, whether it’s sports camps, family vacations, or even big decisions like boarding school. In this episode, I reflect on the importance of creating open, pressure-free conversations with our children. From car ride chats to Sunday beach walks, we explore how to cultivate safe spaces where kids can share their...

Motherhood often feels like an endless effort to be the best, giving your child everything, making sacrifices, and putting in the work with the hope that someone, somewhere, will acknowledge it. But the reality? There’s no grand prize for exhausting yourself. In this episode, I share a personal story about how chasing validation through overextending myself led to disappointment and what I learned...

In this episode, I reflect on my journey from being stuck in a victim mindset (or having a bottom feeder mindset) to embracing confidence and growth. For a long time, I believed life was just harder for me than for others. I held onto negativity, convinced that people didn’t understand me or that I was constantly being wronged. My ego and fear of rejection made it difficult to accept new perspecti...

In this episode, I dive into the audacity of dreaming bigger—something that has shaped both my 27-year career in the hair industry and my 11 years as an entrepreneur. Throughout my journey, I’ve often been met with questions like, “Where did you come up with that idea?” or “How did you even think that was possible?” I explore how daring to dream bigger can challenge those around us, sometimes in w...

Take a peak into what The Quinn Essential Life is all about- balancing entrepreneurship with family in tow. Officially launching in April 2025.