The Vixen Voice: Empowering Ambitious Gen X Women Entrepreneurs to Embrace Their Femininity and Unlock Their Full Potential

Did you know that resting and taking time off can significantly enhance your business performance?    In this episode, I have a live audience who shares their thoughts and feelings about their relationship with rest and recovery. We discuss essential practices of time, energy, and confidence management for women entrepreneurs.   Listen as I share personal experiences and tips on structuring time e...

Welcome to episode 100 of The Vixen Voice Podcast! Thank you for your support over the past 100 episodes, I would not be doing this without each and every one of you listeners.  In this 100th episode I share all about why I started this podcast, the opportunities it has given me to connect with so many entrepreneurs, and how this aligns with my goal of impacting the lives of 1 Million Women. I als...

If summertime leaves you feeling overwhelmed with what to eat and how to stay active, this episode is for you! Join me as I sit down with fitness trainers Kimberly Charity and Whitney Schneider to explore practical summer fitness tips that promote better health and a positive mindset. We cover everything from simple nutrition strategies to effective workout routines, perfect for everyone—even busy...

The masculine and feminine are both important for us female business owners to have, but more often than not, it can be challenging to learn when to use which.   That is why I invited Deanne Saravia, a sixth generational healer with over 15 years of experience to the podcast today. We discuss Deanne's journey to becoming a healer and the importance of following your intuition and being in flow.  W...

Business is more fun when we do it as a community. That is why I am launching The Vixen Founders Collective, a community created by Gen X women, for Gen X women, to offer the perfect blend of support, challenge, and empowerment.    In this episode, I discuss the launch of the Vixen Founders Collective, a networking and coaching community for upper millennial and Gen X female founders. The collecti...

Have you ever felt stuck or frustrated in your career and know you're meant for more but aren't sure what to do next?  This is exactly how Jen Pestikas felt when she was climbing up the corporate ladder and was feeling burnt out, imposter syndrome and was self sabotaging. So, she decided to do something about it.  Through alignment and self discovery, Jen founded Brave Women at Work, a brand with...

Laying out in the sun feels great, until you get a sunburn or see your skin prematurely aging! This summer, I want you to feel and look your best, and that is why I invited Shea Kruse, the owner and operator of S. Thetics Medspa + Wellbeing in Lawrence, Kansas.    In this episode, Shea shares her best summer skincare hacks, what you need to know before buying sunscreen, maintaining healthy skin ye...

It is never too late to achieve the life that you want to live.  In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tara Agen, CEO and Managing Partner of Flavored Layers LLC, to discuss her bold journey of leaving behind the stability of corporate America to follow her passion for art. Tara's story is a testament to the belief that it is never too late to pursue your dreams and reinvent yourself. She sh...

How do you measure your success? In this episode, I discuss the importance of measuring success by personal standards and finding joy and happiness in life. When we think about success, we often think about the big wins, but in reality, the small wins also have a huge impact on our lives! My challenge to you is to start measuring your success by what brings you joy and happiness, rather than getti...

One thing that I focus on in my life and coaching business is helping women design their career around your life. Living your life is the most important thing you can do for your health, happiness and overall success! In this episode I am speaking with a woman who has done just that.  Bryce Batts, co-founder and chief matchmaker of Career Collective. We discuss why Bryce niched down to the AEC ind...

Have you thought about joining a business mastermind or attending a business retreat? This episode will answer your questions on if you should join a mastermind, how to find the right one, the benefits, and questions to ask before joining.    In this episode, I am joined by Bex Wood and Jamie Duggan, two members of the Vixen Mastermind to discuss the value of masterminds and retreats. We talk abou...

'If not now then when? If not me, then who?' This is what Linda Howard asked herself when she decided to take action and become an advocate. Linda Howard provides thought leadership to organizations and impacts thousands of professionals through board membership, keynotes, and authorship. She is a multi-faceted individual with over 35 years of experience in law, compliance, diversity, equity & inc...

One of my favorite parts of the year is the summer for two reasons. Not only is this the time to travel around and have new experiences, but also its the time that us business owners can check in on our goals that we set at the beginning of the year, and maybe even set new ones!    This episode is basically a 1:1 coaching session with me! I discuss the importance of revisiting goals and refocusing...

Have you ever had a moment where you just knew you were meant to create something? Like it just came so easily, and you knew so clearly that you were meant to do it? In this episode, Daniel Prok and I explore the themes of love, creativity, and the pursuit of a harmonious and fulfilling life. Daniel shares his journey of discovering his passion for acting, filmmaking, and writing, and how it led h...

Have you ever set goals in your business, just to forget about them a little while after? Setting goals is great, but reaching those goals can be a whole other challenge. This episode is for you!   Today, I am joined by three powerful women and members of The Vixen Gathering, Bex Wood, Jaime Duggan and Megan Munsell, to talk about setting goals, designing your business around your life, and the di...

Have you ever had a desire to do something, but hold yourself back because you are unsure of what will come of it? In this episode, real estate agent and former 1996 Mrs. America, Cynthia Pensiero-DeFazio, joins the podcast to discuss embracing opportunities when they come.  As Cynthia says, "why not, just go for it!" In a world where it is so easy to stay small, this conversation will open your e...

In today's Q&A episode, I'm answering a question that I received from our audience on breaking free from the pattern of setting financial goals and not achieving them, to help you identify some of the possible blocks that are keeping you from moving forward.  The key to setting and achieving any goal, personal or financial, is accountability. It isn't about telling the whole world your goals, it's...

Setting boundaries is easier said than done. Most of us struggle to identify when they're needed and are often faced with resistance from those we try to create them.  But setting healthy boundaries allows us to have uncomplicated, peaceful, and loving relationships with others. I'm thrilled to share this conversation with Dana Skaggs, "The Queen of Boundaries." Dana has a Master's degree in Clini...

The end of the school year brings a new set of challenges for entrepreneurial moms. Summer camps are great but usually only fill a small portion of summer plans. And if you're working from home, balancing work obligations with the kids around with new routines can be stressful. So today, I invited two busy moms and incredibly talented businesswomen to share how they prepare for their kids being ho...

Starting a podcast can be a great way to provide valuable information to your audience while attracting new clients. But taking those first steps can feel overwhelming. And I'm thrilled to be joined by Hayleigh Hayhurst to give you the confidence to launch a podcast and grow your business.  Hayleigh is the founder of Espresso Podcast Production, an agency that helps you start, grow, and manage you...

Since launching the podcast, one of my favorite things is reading your feedback and going through the comments. So today, I thought I'd record a short Q&A episode with some of the questions we've received to share my advice on some common challenges that business owners face. As business owners, we are the foundation of the business. Imposter Syndrome is real, but we can become better leaders and...

As women, we tend to care for everyone else first, often putting our wellness and health on the back burner to take care of others. This leads to being reactive with our health and solving aches and pains with medication instead of proactively preventing them. But there is another way. Dr. Diana Singleton is a board-certified Orthopedic Certified Specialist, a Certified Strength and Conditioning S...

Most things we do in life are not obligations, they are choices. No one forces us to clean our home, cook, or even get out of bed; you do it because you care. This shift in mentality from "I have to" to "I get to" is powered by gratitude.  Today's guest, Jaime Duggan, is a Nutritious Life Master Coach, Behavior Change Specialist, Personal Trainer, and Corrective Exercise Specialist. She focuses he...

It's no secret that many business owners end up leaving their corporate jobs and careers because something is missing. They aren't fulfilled, they don't feel appreciated, and they have other passions. Today's guest can speak to that. Brittani Murray began her career as a dental hygienist. But she wanted to combine her passion for cleaning and love for animals, creating Maid for Muddy Paws. After s...

What better way to show yourself some self-love than by truly celebrating the day you were put on this Earth?  In today's edition of the Vixen Voice, I'm sharing my birthday plans and what they mean to me, as well as my travel, fitness, nutrition, and relationship goals for the upcoming year.  I hope this episode inspires you to celebrate your wins, hold yourself accountable for getting back on tr...