Unraveling Success

In this episode of Unraveling Success , Beth explores the tension in modern leadership between empathy and accountability. As leadership continues to shift toward more human-centered, people-first approaches, something important can quietly erode: standards. Beth shares a behind-the-scenes look at how accountability is built into the culture at Aspire Insurance Group — from daily check-ins and pee...

In this episode, Beth DeLaForest shares her personal insights on the value of traditional college education versus alternative routes to success. She emphasizes the importance of exploring careers early, understanding one’s aptitudes, and challenging societal norms about college as the default next step after high school. The REAL benefits of a four-year college degree vs. alternative pathways Bet...

In this episode, Beth DeLaForest discusses the significance of client culture in the insurance industry and how it impacts business relationships. She emphasizes the importance of building strong referral partnerships and aligning with clients who share similar values. Through her experiences, she highlights the pitfalls of transactional relationships and the necessity of fostering a culture that...

In this episode of Unraveling Success, Beth DeLaForest introduces a new format for the podcast, focusing on authenticity in business. She shares personal experiences and lessons learned over her career, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself in both sales and leadership. Beth discusses the challenges women face in business and encourages listeners to embrace their authentic selves to...

In this Fan Favorite Replay of the Unraveling Success podcast, host Beth DeLaForest , chats with Terri Paige , Co-Founder of Medical Transformation Center . Terri Paige and her husband Carl have rebuilt their business from the ground up—not once, but three times—each time with greater clarity, alignment, and purpose. Episode Topics: Building a medical practice from the ground up—twice How Terri ov...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Kirsten Graham . Kirsten Graham shares her transformative journey from the depths of burnout to becoming a beacon of empowerment for entrepreneurs. Discover how she leverages her diverse business experience to inspire and uplift others, turning challenges into opportunities for growth. Episode Topics: Kirsten’s de...

Join Beth DeLaForest as she chats with Tinsley English about her inspiring journey of leadership and empowerment. Discover how Tinsley turns setbacks into success and her mission to help women embrace their brilliance through grit, growth, and gumption. Episode Topics: Tinsley’s North Star goal and her focus on helping one woman each day How difficult feedback and challenging seasons pushed her to...

Join Whitney Klatt as she shares her journey of discovering a fulfilling career path in the insurance industry, offering insights and inspiration for anyone seeking to forge their own unique path to success. Episode Topics: Whitney’s journey from asking “what’s a deductible?” to becoming a licensed advisor Beth’s approach to hiring for culture fit instead of test scores The bold 2021 career move t...

In this episode of Unraveling Success, Beth DeLaForest , delves into the principles of self leadership, emphasizing the importance of leading oneself before leading others. She shares her personal journey and insights on understanding one's 'why', taking extreme ownership, cultivating self awareness, maintaining discipline and consistency, and the necessity of adaptability in today's fast-paced wo...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast Beth DeLaForest , chats with Dr. Robb Kelly ⁠ . Dr. Kelly shares how he built a life and career around neuroscience and mental health transformation, helping people rewire their minds, overcome addiction, and unlock their full potential, all while being a serial entrepreneur. Episode Topics: Redefining success through the power of community and con...

The Aspire team shares their ahas and takeaways from five inspiring episodes with Terri Paige, Curtis Boyd, Tom Wertisch, and Jill Kalogerson — highlighting lessons on resilience, growth, and creating impact. Episode Topics: Terri Paige’s journey of rebuilding her medical practice three times with conviction Lessons in aligning business models with personal values and beliefs Balancing business ow...

This is a special Unraveling Success episode dedicated to Mrs. Whitney Klatt, who got married this summer! In her honor, the Aspire team shares their personal ahas and takeaways from our past Power Couples series—celebrating love, growth, and partnership both in life and in business. Episode Topics: Working with your spouse: navigating roles, rhythms, and boundaries Marriage first: why keeping you...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast, Dr. Amy Wood and Mary Axelsen join Beth to share how Breakout Leaders is reshaping leadership in a post-COVID world, creating a ripple effect of leadership transformation. Episode Topics: Redefining success from the inside out—not just external achievements The origin and mission behind Breakout Leaders Why human-centered leadership drives stronge...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Jill Kalogerson . Listen as Jill Kalogerson—Mom of six, Lawyer, and now general contractor—shares on finding purpose through creating spaces that matter. Episode Topics: Redefining success through freedom, autonomy, and purpose From law to construction: Jill’s mission-driven career pivot Why commercial development...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , and Tom Wertish reflect on their experience with 75 Hard—sharing the lessons, habits, and mindset shifts they picked up along the way. Episode Topics: What 75 Hard is—and why it’s more mental than physical. Why only 2 out of 9 people finished the challenge. The power of having an accountability partner to fuel consistency. P...

Life can only be lived forward but can only be understood looking back. Join us for part 2 of Curtis Boyd's impactful story. Episode Topics: The turning point after losing freedom for 30 days—and using it to fuel growth. How early mistakes shaped Curtis’s business integrity. Learning credit and financial literacy in his 30s—why it's never too late. Building First Option Delivery and prioritizing t...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with guest Curtis Boyd . Through bold action Curtis proactively changed the trajectory of his life. Listen as he shares part 1 of what he is doing to build a legacy and inspires others. Episode Topics: Redefining success as time freedom and presence with family Leveraging project management to buy back time and scale f...

The Aspire Team shares ahas and takeaways from our first solo-guest episodes of 2025: Joseph Moelter, Alexa Federico, and Lindsay Keller. Episode Topics: Lindsay Keller’s commitment to servant leadership and intentional living. The value of experiencing every role before stepping into leadership. Joseph Moelter’s journey from chasing success to building purpose-filled businesses. How Joseph’s fait...

In this Fan Favorite Replay of the Unraveling Success podcast, host Beth DeLaForest chats with guest Dr Jennifer Shupe , Chiropractor, and Owner of Croixview Family Chiropractic . Dr Jennifer Shupe shares her journey in motherhood and how she manages a busy family life interconnected with a successful chiropractic clinic. As well as her key insights into running a business that is child-friendly....

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Terri Paige , Co-Founder of Medical Transformation Center . Terri Paige and her husband Carl have rebuilt their business from the ground up—not once, but three times—each time with greater clarity, alignment, and purpose. Episode Topics: Building a medical practice from the ground up—twice How Terri overcame chron...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast, host Beth DeLaForest , chats with Lindsay Keller , Managing Partner at Keller, Woods & Thompson, P.A. Lindsay shares her journey from law clerk to managing partner at a successful personal injury law firm and how she approaches being a litigation attorney through the lens of being in a helping profession. Episode Topics: Redefining success thr...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Alexa Federico , a functional nutritionist and founder of Girl in Healing . Alexa shares how your health is the foundation to freedom. Episode Topics: How Alexa turned health struggles into a thriving business. What functional nutrition is and why it matters. Why resilience and "no plan B" fueled Alexa’s success....

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Joseph Moelter . Joe shares how his multi-passionate approach to entrepreneurship has shaped his journey, and how his faith plays a key role in fueling his success as a whole person. Episode Topics: Joseph shifts from financial success to valuing joy and fulfillment MeCO’s mission to enrich lives and empower peopl...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with Terry O'Connor and Michelle O’Connor , Co-Owners of O’Connor Insurance Associates .  Terry and Michelle discuss 25 years of growing together, both personally and professionally in the agency and share insights on how to make it all work. Episode Topics: Michelle and Terry’s early days of starting the agency and de...

In this episode of the Unraveling Success podcast host, Beth DeLaForest , chats with her husband, Adam DeLaForest , the Chief Financial Officer of Aspire Insurance Group . Adam and Beth share their journey on how they started working together and how they’ve learned to focus on each other’s strengths, creating a partnership that thrives on mutual respect, collaboration, and trust. Episode Topics:...