The Well Aligned Life Podcast // LIFE LESSONS & BUSINESS BREAKTHROUGHS for FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS

What does it really take to build a brand from the ground up? In this episode of The Well Aligned Podcast , I sit down with Sarina, founder of Phoilex , a skincare brand created for people living with psoriasis. After launching in 2024, Sarina has already grown Phoilex into Ulta.com , but the journey behind the brand is filled with the challenges, doubts, and resilience that many founders experien...

In this episode of The Well Aligned Podcast, I sit down with Kate Assaraf, founder of Dip Sustainable Hair Care, a plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bar brand disrupting the beauty industry. Kate shares how her frustration with ineffective sustainable products led her to create a high-performance alternative to traditional salon hair care—without compromising quality. With over 20 years in the...

Today, we sat down with Kash Rocheleau, CEO of Icon Foods, for a powerful conversation on leadership, authenticity, and what it really looks like to be a woman in rooms where you may be the only one. This episode is a reminder that success doesn’t come from changing who you are—it comes from owning it.  ✨ What We Covered: 1. Being the Only WOMAN in the Room  The reality many women still face in l...

Thank you for learning more about being a FEMALE FOUNDER! It's not an easy road to go alone. And sometimes it feels as if we are in it alone, but this podcast helps share the stories of female founders and their journeys to do it not alone, but with each other!  Today, we meet Arielle... Interview with Arielle, Founder of Flowergirl.co In this episode, we sit down with Arielle, the visionary...

  Hey friends, welcome back to the show.  Today’s mini-episode is called “Careers Are Weird Now” — because honestly… what is even happening in the world of work lately?  Everywhere you look, smart, capable, experienced people are getting laid off. Entire departments are disappearing. Industries are shifting overnight. And people who thought they were on a stable, predictable path are suddenly sitt...

In this soulful and strategy-packed episode of The Well Aligned Podcast , I sat down with the radiant Scarlett Stanhope, The Biz Hippie — financial business coach, empowerment queen, and all-around magnetic force. 🌟 We dove deep into: Helping coaches Master Money and Own Their Worth so they can be fully supported by the work they love. Tools for creating a MONEY mindset Releasing old conditioning...

In this episode, we sit down with Jenny Q. Williams , founder and president of St. Louis Closet Company , to talk about how she turned a vision for smart, stylish storage into one of the most successful custom closet businesses in the Midwest. Jenny shares her journey from starting in a small warehouse to growing a company rooted in referrals, repeat business, and rock-solid relationships . We als...

I had a GREAT conversation today about one of my favorite topics- SELLING! Meet Andee Hart, your go-to SALES Strategist.  Andee Hart is a dynamic entrepreneur, sales strategist, mentor, and the host of She Sells Differently . While thriving in a high-level sales role at a Fortune 500 company, Andee began a passion project— Hart Design Co. , hand-pouring candles in her kitchen. What started as a sm...

You’ve poured your heart into creating a product or service that can truly help people, but is anyone seeing it? In today’s mini-episode, we’re talking about visibility . Because let’s face it: you can’t grow if you’re invisible. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been in business for years, you need to get louder, bolder, and more visible. Thoughts to consider:  ✨ Why having a great p...

In today’s episode, Martha Kester, founder of PAUSE WELLNESS COMPANY shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful health coach. The twist? It all started with a life-changing piece of advice from Steve Harvey! Tune in to hear how this moment sparked the courage to step away from the classroom and build a new career helping others lead healthier lives. Through this con...

Building a strong prospect pipeline is all about consistency, connection, and confidence. As women entrepreneurs, we thrive on relationships, and that’s exactly what a solid pipeline is built on—genuine connections with the right people. Whether you run a service-based or product-based business, the key is understanding your ideal customers and meeting them where they are. For product-based compan...

Rhonda Parker Taylor is a gifted American writer, entrepreneur, and academic researcher. Her work spans a wide range, from educational pieces to captivating fiction, with a strong focus on emotional intelligence. You can find Rhonda's suspense thriller book, "Crossroads",  here -  https://rhondaparkertaylor.com/ One of the most profound insights into today’s podcast conversation was...

Hi everyone! Welcome back! I’m so excited to dive into today’s episode, especially because it was inspired by a listener's suggestion. Lately, I’ve been receiving requests from women asking for tips on sales and marketing strategies. A bit about me: I’ve worked in product-based businesses for 20 successful years, and I’m thrilled to share insights from my experience. In this mini-episode, I’l...

Meet my podcast guest, Cathy Nesbitt! We discuss her transition from corporate to multi-passionate careers in health and healing! Cathy Nesbitt is a Health and Wellness Advocate and Founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (est. 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters , and Cathy’s Laughter Club . A multi-award-winning visionary, she inspires individuals to adopt sustainable lifestyles through dynamic workshops and...

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On today's episode, we explore Tamara Hutchins's career journey and her path into the business of natural aging!  For over 31 years, Tamara Hutchins, L.Ac., MS has been helping others improve their lives through natural health.  A recognized expert in the field of natural anti-aging, she has enjoyed sharing the benefits of ancient medicine, such as acupuncture, natural beauty treatments,...

Hi, friends! Sharing my thoughts on how to craft a life filled with PASSION! -What are your first thoughts in the morning?  -Where are you placing your focus when designing a new future?  -How do you execute changes in your life?  Remember when we discuss living a passion-filled life - it covers every area of your life! Use this guideline:  1. Define your INTENTION  2. Know where you place your AT...

Do you know that you want more in your career and seek to play a larger role? Are you tired of playing small?  Women seeking a MARKETING role, listen in! Erica Fischer knew she wanted more in her career life when she started in a non-profit.  Now, there was nothing wrong with the field of non-profit - it just wasn't a fit for her.  She took a very determined approach and applied for a positio...

Wrapping up Season 3 with an interview with Steffi Pieters! Steff has a MA degree in clinical psychology but realized right off the bat that an alternative approach felt much closer to her heart and soul.  She integrates art therapy, emotional freedom techniques (tapping), energy work, constellations, and compassionate listening. She is also an intuitive artist. Allowing the flow of energies, colo...

Learn how Trisha Zehrung did it! After experiencing her fertility struggles, Trisha decided to change the traditional fertility narrative and help busy couples optimize their fertility and fast-track their path to parenthood through natural and holistic solutions. Trisha is a doctorally prepared nurse practitioner turned fertility consultant with 12+ years of clinical experience. Trisha has also p...

I have taken the Passion Test multiple times before becoming a certified facilitator of The Passion Test.   The Purpose of The Passion Test is to gain CLARITY in life and your career. This should be understood before we begin manifesting anything! “When you are clear, what you want will show up in your life and only to the extent you are clear.” -Janet Bray Attwood  Clarity does not come all at on...

Hello, friends! Another great guest today on the pod! Janette Marson shares her wealth of knowledge in the tourism industry and discusses how she made the transition from a career in media to tourism! Janette is President and CEO of ShelbyKY Tourism.  She has a vast career in marketing, advertising, and public relations. For almost nine years, she was the Executive Director of the Lake Cumberland...

Hello, friends! Terri Paige is my guest today, and I want to begin by sharing a golden nugget of advice Terri shared with us all - even if you dislike your job/career today, remember the knowledge you gain from that unsavory job will have value in the future! We discuss Terri's journey from a career as an accountant to her current role as CEO of Medical Transformation Center, and how this car...

This is a quick reminder not to be too hard on yourself when starting on a new journey! Case in point  - I've been having a combo of tech issues with my microphone and editing software.   I'm a one WOMAN show over here :-)  -- I host, record, edit, and publish it all. So, when I say it's ok to be a "C" student when starting, I'm following my own words of advice, The g...

What a delight to have Shawnti Refuge on the podcast! She is a Certified Mental Health Coach, Mental Health Advocate, Keynote Speaker, and Author. Shawnti speaks about the importance of taking care of our mental health in business & our community.  Highlights from the show: -Shawti's journey using guided journaling -How she started using guided journaling in her coaching business -How to...