UNITED State of Women

Kalena James and Julie Deem are in studio sharing 5 productivity hacks to help you maximize the most out of your day. 1. Create a daily task sheet. 2. Have hard deadlines. 3. Stay focused. 4. Put away distractions. 5. Do what you can. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you! Learn...

Julie Deems invites you to step off autopilot and reconnect with what truly matters. This episode offers a grounded reset you can return to anytime. Episode Highlights: Transformation begins the moment you choose to stop living on autopilot and start leading with intention. Real motivation is built through clarity and values, not hype, pressure, or urgency. Growth doesn’t require becoming someone...

Julie Deems shares her word for 2026: alignment. She opens up about why she’s no longer forcing opportunities, relationships, or commitments that drain her energy, and how alignment has become a powerful filter for her decisions, boundaries, and pace of life. Episode Highlights: Alignment means choosing what supports your energy, values, and season of life instead of forcing what no longer fits. S...

Julie Deems shares strategies to make sure you’re finishing the year strong with meaningful, achievable goals. Episode Highlights: Reflect on Your Wins and Lessons Learned Break Down Big Goals into Smaller, Achievable Steps Build Accountability and Support into Your Goals Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform th...

As the year comes to a close, there’s pressure everywhere to finish strong, set new goals, and rush into what’s next. But what if the most powerful thing you could do right now… is pause? In this episode, Julie Deem invites you to slow down, breathe, and take an honest look at what you are done carrying forward. This isn’t about resolutions or forcing a fresh start. It’s about intentional closure,...

When was the last time you took time to embrace life's inconvenient truths? In this episode Kalena James shares how to be a better leader by finding the value in embracing the uncomfortable. Listen now as Kalena James on why "It's About Time You Get Comfortable Being Uncomforable". Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM p...

Julie Deems breaks down how to realign your life, energy, and boundaries so you step into January grounded instead of overwhelmed. Episode Highlights: A single guiding theme for the year creates more clarity than a long list of goals. Non-negotiables anchor your routines and protect your capacity. Letting go of what isn’t yours to carry is a powerful act of emotional decluttering. Your theme becom...

Julie Deems shares strategies to navigate the holidays with healthy boundaries that honor your needs and values while fostering meaningful connections. Episode Highlights: Define your holiday priorities. Protect your emotional energy. Release guilt and embrace joy. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that'...

Julie Deem breaks down what consistency actually looks like for modern women balancing motherhood, business, leadership, and purpose-driven work. This isn’t about perfection or grinding yourself into the ground. This is about alignment and understanding your why. Episode Highlights: Consistency isn’t doing everything, it’s knowing why you do what matters. Consistency is not sameness; it’s steadine...

Consistency is more than showing up every week. In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem unpack the real engine behind consistency so you can navigate noisy seasons and pressure without losing momentum. If you have a trail of starts and stops or you are wondering whether to push through or pivot, this episode gives you a clear audit for staying consistent without burning out. Episode Highlight...

After a year of leading, building, and learning how to stay steady when life gets loud, Kalena James returns to the mic with a powerful message about consistency, courage, and landing life’s noisy seasons with grace. From launching a bold new coaching program to guiding her neighborhood through change, she shares what it means to move through chaos with faith and resilience. Episode Highlights: St...

Feeling “fine” but needing more coffee, sleeping in on weekends, and riding the anxiety rollercoaster? You might be in a slow build toward burnout. In this episode, Julie Deem invites functional health coach and owner of Phoenix Functional Health, Jessica Van Antoine. We talk mineral testing, cortisol rhythm, protein timing, true sleep hygiene, and the tiny habits that move the big levers. If you...

In this milestone episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem look back on the early days, the tech hurdles that kept many women out of podcasting, the messy seasons that almost took the show out, and the quiet choices that made it shatterproof. They share honest stories of what it is like finding your voice, building a business that empowers other voices, showing up through shutdowns and life changes, a...

Julie Deem shares strategies to cultivate confidence and assertiveness in your life. Episode Highlights: Instead of comparing yourself to others, celebrate what makes you special. Treat yourself with kindness and understanding, just as you would a friend. Know your limits and communicate them clearly to others. Resource Mentioned: ⁠Sometimes You Win--Sometimes You Learn: Life's Greatest Lesson...

What happens when God calls you to more before you even know what "more" looks like? If you've ever felt stuck in a job that pays the bills but doesn't feed your soul, this conversation is for you. In this episode recorded live at the Global Leadership Summit 2025, Julie Deem sits down with Bailey Detamore, Financial Advisor at Thrivent. Bailey shares how faith-based leadership c...

What if the most powerful program you’ll ever launch… is you? Julie Deem sits down with Monica Bush, Executive Director of Legendary Smiles a she shares how her family’s journey ignited her nonprofit 501(c)(3) serving the cleft and craniofacial community. From navigating surgeries and insurance battles to building statewide community and partnering with Smile Train, Monica opens up about self-doub...

Julie Deem sits down with Sarah Allison, a mother of four and lodging specialist at Grissom Air Force Base, whose unexpected career journey shows how the smallest steps can open the biggest doors. From waiting tables to supporting military missions, Sarah shares how her faith, servant-hearted leadership, and commitment to minimalism have reshaped her life and work. This conversation will inspire y...

Julie Deem sits down with Kristy Spoon, Director of Ethics and Compliance for a global medical device company, coffee enthusiast, and proud mom of two. Kristy opens up about her journey from overworked achiever to learning the power of balance, boundaries, and trust. She shares how true leadership isn’t about titles or having all the answers. It’s about asking the right questions, empowering other...

Julie Deem sits down with Cheryl Graham. Cheryl has spent 33 years at United Way serving Howard and Tipton Counties, leads as AFL-CIO labor activity director, chairs the Howard County Plan Commission, and serves on the Kokomo Farmers’ Market board. She takes us inside real-life leadership: staying adaptable in a fast-changing world, learning to “fail fast,” and reframing the small daily tasks that...

Julie Deem sits down with Katie Tharp to talk about balancing career, family, faith, and creativity . This episode was recorded live at Crossroads Community Church during Global Leadership Summit. Episode Highlights: Thank you Crossroads Community Church for hosting! Check them out at: https://ecrossroads.org/ Connect with Katie on Instagram at: @katietharpcollections Learn more about the latest t...

Julie Deem sits down with Sherry Rahl from Brady Insurance Group. This episode was recorded live at Crossroads Community Church during Global Leadership Summit. Thank you Crossroads Community Church for hosting! Check them out at: https://ecrossroads.org/ Learn more about Brady Insurance: https://www.bradyinsurancegroupllc.com/ Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self...

Julie Deem sits down with Haley Verbosky from Hewitt Molding to discuss workplace culture. This episode was recorded live at Crossroads Community Church during Global Leadership Summit. Thank you Crossroads Community Church for hosting! Check them out at: https://ecrossroads.org/ Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM pla...

In this special birthday episode recorded live at the Global Leadership Summit, Kalena James and Julie Deem reflect on their four-year tradition hosting UNITED State of Women, the power of focusing on “one thing,” and how living with intention shapes your impact. They share personal stories of how God has used their gifts to open unexpected doors, why consistent “boring” work leads to meaningful c...

In this solo episode with Julie Deem, Julie shares 3 ways you can feel more grounded during the busy summer months. 1. Make time to Feel. 2. Focus on health. 3. Do something you want to do. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you! Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/ Instagram: USW Podc...

Julie Deem shares strategies for overcoming self-doubt. Episode Highlights: Unique Challenges Women Face Strategies to take more risks. Julie's current self-doubt challenges. Resources Mentioned: ⁠Episode 222 - From Anesthesiologist to Successful Entrepreneur with Lachelle Wieme⁠ ⁠Brene Brown: Dare to Lead⁠ Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement indu...