The Small Victories Podcast

What if your next leap in growth isn’t about working harder—but about hiring differently ? In this conversation, Kasim Aslam (co-founder of Pareto Talent; founder of the Google Ads agency Solutions 8, sold in 2022) breaks down a principled, repeatable way to hire extraordinary international talent. We cover why opportunity (not charity) creates the biggest wins, how to pay more to get more from tr...

In this deeply moving episode of The Small Victories Podcast , host Pauline Victoria speaks with Barry Adkins, author of Kevin’s Last Walk: A Father’s Journey , about how the loss of his 18-year-old son Kevin to alcohol poisoning set him on an unexpected 1,400-mile pilgrimage toward healing, hope, and purpose. Barry’s walk, inspired by Kevin’s favorite movie Lonesome Dove , became more than a trib...

What if midlife isn’t a crisis—but a powerful invitation to come home to yourself? In this heartfelt and practical episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Caroline Sposto, author of Savvy Survival: An Uplifting Playbook for Navigating Midlife and Beyond , to talk about navigating change with grace, courage, and clarity. Whether you’re recovering from divorce, downs...

Have you ever believed that your emotions or past struggles defined who you are? In this transformative episode of The Small Victories Podcast , trauma recovery coach Richard Tierney invites you to see your story differently. He explains why instincts and emotions are not flaws, but God-given tools for survival, healing, and thriving. Through raw honesty and practical insight, Richard shares how t...

In this powerful and energizing episode of The Small Victories Podcast , host Pauline Victoria is joined by Dr. Nicole Bradford—speaker, transformational life coach, and founder of Maintain the Flame —to unpack what it truly means to live audaciously authentic . If you’ve ever felt like you were playing a role, shrinking yourself to fit in, or suppressing your joy to make others comfortable, this...

If you’ve ever thought, “It’s just easier if I do it myself,” this conversation will change your mind. In this episode of The Small Victories Podcast , I’m joined by Molly Rose Speed , founder of Virtual Assistant Management, to talk about the mindset, process, and power of hiring the right virtual assistant. Molly shares why delegation is more than offloading tasks—it’s about reclaiming your time...

You’ve worked hard to build your brand—your name, logo, tagline, and reputation are the result of your vision, creativity, and grit. But here’s the question: is it truly yours? In this episode of The Small Victories Podcast , I sit down with Anita Mar , founder of Trademark Angel, to unpack why trademarks aren’t just a legal formality—they’re a strategic shield for your business. Anita explains ho...

What if the lowest moments of your life—addiction, mental illness, homelessness—were not the end of your story, but the very soil where redemption takes root? In this deeply raw and moving episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Michael Smith shares his remarkable journey from being a homeless veteran battling bipolar disorder and addiction to becoming a voice of hope and an advocate for breaking...

Storytelling is powerful—it can heal, inspire, and connect. But without care, it can also harm, misrepresent, or re-traumatize. In this insightful conversation, Thomas Wilson, founder of RH Creative Advocacy and Storytelling , shares how to tell your story with both authenticity and responsibility. Through his work in the mental health and neurodiverse communities, Thomas has developed a deep unde...

What if anxiety wasn’t a red light telling you to stop—but a yellow light asking you to pause, pay attention, and proceed with care? In this episode of the Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Shelley Martinez—licensed psychotherapist, transformational life coach, and creator of the Inspired Life Alchemy Method—to shift our perspective on anxiety. Shelley draws from over 30 ye...

In this episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Jonathan Taylor—hailed by the Philadelphia Inquirer as America’s leading classical guitarist . But Jonathan is far more than a musical virtuoso—he’s a modern-day Renaissance man who has built a multifaceted career blending art, entrepreneurship, and resilience. From nearly losing his life in the Amazon to saving someo...

What if your anxiety wasn’t something to fight, but something to listen to? In this deeply insightful episode of The Small Victories Podcast , trauma-informed healer Toni Stevens of Toni’s Healing Room shares her personal journey of overcoming anxiety—not with prescriptions, but by tuning into the body’s wisdom. From her early experience with meditation to building her “MMM” method— Meditation, Mi...

What if success isn’t about the next win—but how you handle what’s in the way? In this soul-stretching conversation, Pauline sits down with Lincoln Stoller, therapist, hypnotherapist, and founder of MindStrengthBalance.com , to explore the truth behind sustainable success, mental resilience, and why struggle might be the very thing shaping your fulfillment. Lincoln brings a deep and refreshing per...

What if you didn’t need paid ads, a big team, or years of struggle to build a successful business? What if all you needed was strategy, grit, and an unshakable belief in yourself? In this powerful episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Jeanne Omlor, a former solo parent who went from deep in debt to building a multimillion-dollar business—organically and ethically...

What if failure wasn’t something to fear—but a tool for transformation? In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline sits down with Patrick Boylan, founder of MuseFlow.ai , a music education platform that flips the script on how we learn by turning failure into a pathway for creativity, confidence, and joy. Whether you're a musician, entrepreneur, or lifel...

In this empowering episode of the Small Victories Podcast , host Pauline Victoria welcomes Suzan Peltekian, transformational coach and founder of Supercharge with Suzan, to help you awaken to the truth of who you really are. Suzan delivers powerful insights on how to break free from subconscious programming, stop living as a victim of circumstances, and step fully into your brilliance. Key Takeawa...

In this episode of the Small Victories Podcast , Pauline sits down with Jason Yarusi—entrepreneur, real estate investor, coach, and creator of the Live 100 framework—to unpack how we can stop feeling stuck and start making steady, lasting progress. Jason shares his personal journey and his Break, Build, and Magnify system, which offers a practical path to move beyond overwhelm and rebuild a life a...

In this insightful episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline sits down with Jeremy LaDuke, founder of The Climb Club and Epic Nine, to unpack how real marketing goes far beyond flashy ads and clever slogans. Jeremy shares his powerful philosophy: marketing is about human connection, storytelling, and empathy—because people buy with their hearts before their heads. Together, they explore why...

What if your many passions, talents, and interests weren’t a distraction—but your superpower? In this eye-opening episode of The Small Victories Podcast , host Pauline Victoria sits down with Dustin PolyInnovator, a self-proclaimed polymath and multidisciplinary innovator, to challenge the status quo around niching down and to celebrate the freedom and potential of living a multi-passionate life....

What if fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt weren’t signs to stop—but invitations to rise? In this transformative episode of The Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with courage coach and transformational life + career guide Miriam Rachael Freed to unpack what it really means to live a courageous, authentic, and joy-filled life. With a deep background in trauma-informed education,...

What if adversity could be the catalyst for your greatest transformation? In this powerful and honest episode of the Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Alan Lazaros—CEO of Next Level University and host of a global top 100 self-improvement podcast—to unpack the often misunderstood difference between self-belief and self-worth , and why both are necessary to live a fulfilled,...

In this powerful episode of the Small Victories Podcast , host Pauline Victoria welcomes Mark Rodriguez , founder of Warrior Life Academy , a man whose life story is nothing short of miraculous. After surviving two double lung transplants and battling a terminal diagnosis, Mark shares how he went from dying man to warrior coach —turning pain into purpose and adversity into impact. Through his raw...

In this empowering episode of the Small Victories Podcast , Pauline Victoria sits down with Urmi Hossain —a multicultural, multilingual, and multi-passionate powerhouse. Born in Italy to Bengali parents and now based in Canada, Urmi shares her story of navigating identity, embracing her full self, and encouraging others to invest in who they are becoming . A self-published author, blogger, speaker...

In a world that demands constant movement, how do we return to stillness —the kind that grounds us, connects us, and heals us? In this beautiful and insightful conversation, Pauline Victoria sits down with Catherine Corona —a multi-talented artist, author, singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and lifelong student of meditation and the sound current. Drawing from over four decades of practice and creative...

What if your current mess isn’t a mistake—but a setup for your mission? In this powerful episode, Pauline Victoria is joined by Steven Foster—pastor, author, father, and coach—to explore the idea that we are always right on schedule, even in the middle of life’s storms. Steven vulnerably shares his story of success, collapse, and spiritual awakening, and how Romans 8:28 became the foundation for h...