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

After losing three family members in six weeks, Emily Cisek knew there had to be a better way for families to plan and protect what's most important to them. Fast forward to today, Emily is the CEO and co-founder of The Postage, an all-in-one digital platform for life and family organizations, small businesses, and legacy management. The company's goal is to help families deal with the logistics a...

How many times have you been offered help but denied it out of fear of being a "bother" to someone else?  Giving and receiving are inherently feminine qualities that many women struggle with, but in doing so we're also rejecting joy: the joy someone gets from helping us out, and the joy we get from receiving help.  In today's episode, Bex Wood and Jamie Rockers have joined me to explore the proble...

As women, we tend to push our productivity to new limits every day; but trying to "do it all" ourselves often slows business growth and strains our relationships and our personal wellbeing. Today's guest is Emma Mills, founder of Mi PA, an award-winning PA (Personal Assistant/EA) team designed to save entrepreneurs and businesses both time and money. Emma outlines the value of delegating tasks, fi...

How much easier would it be for you to make decisions if you had personal guidelines you could follow each time?  We make thousands of decisions every day: from what to eat and what we wear to micro-decisions such as liking a post on social media. And without even noticing it, decision fatigue ends up weighing us down and hindering our mental well-being. In today's panel discussion, I'm joined by...

I'm so excited to share this conversation with you today because I'm joined by Andrea Hudy, Director of Sports Performance for UConn's women's basketball team. Andrea has led her teams to 8 national championships and shared her expertise with dozens of women in the WNBA. In this episode, we're exploring the keys to consistency, determination and how to motivate yourself (and others) to rally on th...

Nightowls frequently get shamed for not waking up early, and sleeping in late is often associated with unproductivity and laziness. But those who understand their own individual energy know this isn't always the case. In today's episode, I invited a panel of returning guests who are experts in the fields of time, energy, confidence, and performance management to share the different kinds of produc...

Finding time for passions, work and travel as a mom can feel impossible. So today, I asked someone who's absolutely crushing it with all three to share her secrets. That someone is digital content creator and skincare influencer, Jamie Rockers.  In this episode, Jamie shares her tips for traveling as a new mom, turning your passion into a fulfilling career, and balancing the demands of entrepreneu...

"Everything in our life is preparing us for something in the future." - April Roberts Have you ever had one of those days where you asked yourself, "Why am I doing this?" I think everybody does at one time or another on the entrepreneurial roller coaster. I know I have. So today, I'm going to walk you through a few steps to help you define your purpose and who you want to serve so that you can cre...

In the fast-paced world of professional life, we often find ourselves striving to assert our presence as women. But what if there's another side of success that we're neglecting?  Our feminine energy is a source of intuition, empathy, collaboration, and creativity – qualities that can not only enhance our work but also redefine how we approach challenges. Enjoy today's episode where Shelle shares...

Self-love is frequently and mistakenly tied to selfishness, greed, or egocentrism. But the reality is that loving ourselves allows us to pour love into others from a full cup. In this episode, I'll guide you through moments of mindfulness and reflection to help you discover traits about your past, present, and future self. I'll also walk you through the process of writing a love letter to yourself...

For some women, the thought of having their photo taken can be stressful as insecurities rush to the forefront. Enter today's guest. Bex Wood is a successful branding and portrait photographer with a unique focus on helping women embrace their true selves. But she uses an original approach: her photography skills help women see themselves in a new light, and gain self-confidence.  Today, she's sha...

Ever notice that the hardest boundaries to set are with the people you love most?  Protecting our time and energy is key in order to avoid resentment. But setting, maintaining, and keeping your boundaries isn't always easy.  Today, I'm helping listeners establish boundaries gracefully rather than impulsively. By envisioning your ideal interactions, you can start identifying what boundaries need to...

Today I'm speaking with Lyndsi Weise, a successful entrepreneur, and Facebook Group Strategist for social sellers, coaches, and online business owners. Her course, The Facebook Group Method , has helped women everywhere shift away from traditional 9-5 jobs and embrace a new lifestyle that centers around community building.  In this episode, Lyndsi shares her best tips on what to do when you feel s...

In this episode of The Five Pillars To Solidify Your Foundation, I'm diving into the power of self-worth and its impact on your financial success. You'll discover how to own your worth, elevate your money mindset, and cultivate an attitude of abundance.  I'm sharing actionable tips on how to reclaim control through renegotiation, how to rewire your brain through the power of neuroplasticity, and h...

Did you know that only about 6% of top US public financial institutions have women in senior positions? My guest today, Jessica Weaver, Financial Advisor and Founder of the Women's Wealth Boutique, aspires to change this.  Her goal is to empower women to take control of their finances and encourage them to stand out in the finance world instead of trying to blend in. Today, she's sharing with us h...

Self-awareness can empower you to make faster, more aligned decisions, and recognize the signs of decision fatigue. And one of the best ways you can discover what truly matters to you is by defining your personal core values. Today's episode is designed to guide you on this self-discovery journey to help you uncover what truly resonates with you. You'll learn effective techniques for formulating y...

As women in today's world, we're told we can do it all — so long as it aligns with traditional societal norms, such as getting married or having children. It's when we choose to pave our own authentic path that we tend to face resistance.  At 28 years old, Lacey Pruett found herself at the top of the "success mountain" only to realize she'd been chasing after the wrong goals all along. So, she emb...

Are you able to distinguish the activities that boost your energy from the ones that drain it? In this episode, I share some powerful strategies for effectively managing both your energy and your confidence.  Join us as we identify energy-draining activities, discuss the importance of staying focused in the present moment, and craft to-do lists and schedules that truly lead to success.  Whether yo...

Being a mom, wife, entrepreneur, and still having time for yourself can feel like an impossible balancing act — but my guest today, Sara Heald, is an inspiring example of how it truly is possible to do it all.  When faced with unexpected challenges as an event planner (and new mom) at the start of the pandemic, Sara harnessed her entrepreneurial spirit and turned her passion for event planning int...

How many goals do you currently have on hold because you feel like you don't "have enough time"? Have you ever wondered how others seem to do so much in 24 hours? In today's episode, we're diving into the first of The Five Pillars To Solidify Your Foundation: Time Management. I'm sharing my most effective time management strategies that can bring you peace, presence, and guilt-free time to do what...

In a blend of science and astrology, the Human Design system groups people into four energy types: manifestors, generators, projectors and reflectors. Which one are you?  In today's episode, I'm chatting with the brilliant Kiera Doyle to unpack Human Design as she weaves beautiful stories around each of the four energy types.  You'll also hear Kiera share how Human Design can transform your life,...

" I am a 51-year-old single mom who lives at home with my parents–and I'm the happiest I've ever been. " – Richelle Carey Today, I'm speaking to Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist, Richelle Carey, about her inspiring decision to adopt a child at the age of 49.  In this episode, we talk about her mindset as she blazed her own path to motherhood, along with her advice for aspiring mothers in a...

In today's episode of The Vixen Voice, I wanted to give all the vixens out there a bit of the backstory on my life. I'll take you back to where it all started with my wonderful entrepreneurial family and share some of the pivotal moments in my journey which led to this amazing community of women at the Vixen Gathering. I enjoyed a lot of success and helped many people along the way, but I knew the...

Have you ever felt guilty about experiencing pleasure? You're not alone.  In today's episode, I'm joined by spiritual entrepreneur Cindy Olah to dive into the challenges women face with experiencing pleasure. Why is it so difficult? How can you feel pleasure without shame? And how can you effortlessly welcome pleasure into your life today?  You'll also hear Cindy's journey from mortgage banking to...

When it comes to first impressions, people will make 11 decisions about you in 7 seconds!  Today, I'm talking to style coach Angela Foster about dressing for professionalism and success without losing your personal style. Between Zoom calls and in-person meetings, the post-COVID work style playbook is constantly shifting — and it can be a challenge for women entrepreneurs and executives to make a...