Whiskey & Work Podcast

Tina Wells joins Kelsey this episode to talk about life harmony, finding recreation and the elevation approach. As a business woman, entrepreneur, author and so much more, Tina shares her experience and strategy navigating work, joy, rest and play. Sit back, relax and get ready to feel motivated.  What we're talking about… Tina Well's and her background as a businesswoman, entrepreneur, author, an...

Are you feeling unsure if a masterminds group is for you right now? Kelsey is here to help with that answer this episode by providing three principles for when you should and should not join a masterminds group. She details her pivotal experience joining a mastermind and how she has since used these groups to help her grow her business.  What we're talking about… Kelsey shares the origin of her fr...

Kelsey reflects on her season of gratitude following the trials and tribulations of New Year's resolutions and the busyness of life. In this journey she shares a story about second-grade Kelsey who felt unconditional love and how she wants to give this to her kids, husband and clients.    What we're talking about… Kelsey talks on her big gratitude kick after a season that can level you feeling lik...

On this latest and greatest of Whiskey and Work Kelsey talks about making a pivot. She details her pivot from a corporate job she loved, but wasn't fulfilled by, to starting her coaching business. Flash forward to present day and Kelsey shares about her exhaustion in this season of life, but reflects how she finds the motivation to "keep going" in her business.  What we're talking about… Kelsey is...

Kelsey opens up about the motivational rut she's been in and how she's working to get out of it with her "Better-Than-Nothing" plan. With two simple steps, Kelsey explains how this has recently re-sparked her enthusiasm for podcasting and the impact she is trying to create through it.  What we're talking about… Kelsey opens up about the difficulties in her life that is making it hard to feel motiv...

Transformational Leadership Coach Urvi Patel joins Kelsey to talk about social change. Working specifically with visionary women of color and allies who stand with social change, Urvi shares how she got into this niche of coaching, her work in this role, and some incredible insights into understanding this complex topic.    What we're talking about… Kelsey explains Urvi's progression through The C...

From being an overthinker to taking action, Kelsey keeps it short and simple this episode to break down the realities of indecisiveness. Kelsey explains the limbo state and how this prevents us from creating the life we want versus the power of decision. She wraps this up with an exercise to ensure tangible steps towards action.  What we're talking about… How this can apply to you as a parent or a...

Kelsey shares her secret to juggling a business and family — all while trying to enjoy every chaotic second of it. She explains how she has built a schedule around this season of her life and lays out her day by day agenda.  What we're talking about… Kelsey often talks about the chaos of life with little ones and a business, but this week she explains how she manages to do this through a crafted s...

Kelsey is starting off the New Year with some techniques on goal setting and how to be the mom/parent/partner/business owner you want to be this year. She lays out a 4-step strategy and applies this to her own ambitions as a mom and business owner this year.  What we're talking about… Goal setting that is focused on where you are at in life Kelsey provides a 4-step strategy to become the person yo...

Business coach Yael Bendahan joins Whiskey and Work to talk about her expertise on teaching moms how to run a scalable business in part time hours. Yael and Kelsey dive into the start of MOM's Framework (Yael's business), why mothers need an option for this kind of program, and being present during different stages of your kids life and sharing these skills with them.  What we're talking about… Ya...

Rich Cardona — founder of Rich Cardona Media and former U.S. Marine and host of The Leadership Locker podcast — joins Kelsey this week to talk about securing vital connections with "big name" people, the importance of the company you keep, and juggling it all while prioritizing a family. These long time friends dive deep into some of these strategies, so grab a pen and paper for this one! What we'...

Stacy Tuschl — entrepreneur, podcast host and author — joins Kelsey on the latest and greatest of Whiskey and Work. The two met years ago at a conference when they were just starting their businesses and now they take some time to reflect on how they grew them. They also talk about the importance of rewarding yourself and how to become an implementation machine.  What we're talking about… Kelsey s...

It's the 200th episode of Whiskey and Work! Kelsey reflects on what/who sourced her inspiration for starting the podcast, securing her first guest on the show, to all the people that have supported it from day one. Cheers to 200! What we're talking about… Kelsey shares that starting a podcast had been this idea in her head for while, but she didn't have a plan How her work with Live You Legend, in...

Marc Champagne, mental fitness strategist and author of Personal Socrates: Questions That Will Upgrade Your Life from Legends & World-Class Performers , joins Kelsey on the latest and greatest from Whiskey and Work. The two talk about mental fitness and how to create success from it — both personally and professionally. Marc explains his philosophy that you are one question away from a better life...

Kelsey just had her third baby! She opens up about her difficult pregnancies and the chaos that can ensue while running a business. But as always, she's here to remind you that you are doing an amazing job. She lays out three case studies of some dear friends that prove you can create a business tailored to your wants, needs and dream lifestyle.  What we're talking about… Baby number three is here...

Kelsey keeps it short and simple this week to talk about taking and building online courses. She shares from her own experience that the most impactful courses are the ones that serve as a catalyst for learning. If you've been thinking about creating an online course Kelsey imparts some words of wisdom on that first step (spoiler: just start it! You can always update it later).  What we're talking...

Kelsey shares insights from her own business when deciding to focus on 1:1 coaching versus digital courses. Her simple answer, both can be so important! She explains how she leveraged her 1:1 coaching services to create a platform for her digital courses, as well as shares her future plans in launching courses (spoiler: Amy Porterfield is involved)! What we're talking about… Kelsey talks about the...

Kelsey starts from square one this episode: how to build a business from scratch. She tells her story of transitioning from the advertising world to the coaching arena and key lessons she learned along the way. Kelsey also shares the successes of her client Julie Artis and how she has navigated the coaching world.  What we're talking about… Kelsey goes solo this episode to talk building a business...

This week Kelsey is joined by the infamous Amy Porterfield to talk all things digital courses. The two also dive into Amy's recent move from San Diego to Nashville, building a team and creating a business that fits around your priorities. Sit back, relax and grab the notepad for this week's latest and greatest from Whiskey and Work. What we're talking about… Kelsey shares some of Amy's incredible...

Alexandra Franzen joins Kelsey on this week's latest and greatest episode of Whiskey and Work to talk about a life and business without social media. Alex shares her personal journey in choosing to leave social media and how she adjusted her business accordingly. The two discuss alternative ways to promote a business and connect with others. What we're talking about… Kelsey shares all about Alex,...

Alison Prince joins Kelsey this week to share her experience of starting and sustaining a business all while having four children — convenient timing as Kelsey is preparing to welcome baby number three! Alison started with sales herself and now teaches this skill to others, including her kids. You're going to want a notepad for this one! What we're talking about… Kelsey shares some life updates wi...

New (and yet still a seasoned veteran) to the coaching arena, Julie Artis sits down with Kelsey to talk about her journey from academia to coaching. Julie shares her successes and challenges as she honed in on her coaching specialty, launched her business from the ground up and experiences of gaining clients.  What we're talking about… Kelsey reflects on her relationship with Julie, how Julie has...

Kelsey sits down with money mindset mentor, coach and author, Denise Duffield-Thomas to talk about finances — and this may be the money therapy session we all need. Denise drops knowledge about securing more money from your business, as well as the mindset blocks when it comes to this. Grab the notepad for this one, it's time to leverage your business and skills.  What we're talking about… Denise'...

This week Kelsey sits down with the incredible speaker, coach, podcaster and soon-to-be published author, Nicole Kalil. Nicole pulls from her own expertise to share some words of wisdom about confidence, especially having confidence as a business owner, woman and/or mother. The two dive into how trust serves as the core for confidence and share examples from all aspects of their lives.   What we'r...

Scott Shute, previous head of Mindfulness at LinkedIn turned award winning author and free agent, gives us the tell all on having compassion for others, clients and ourselves. Scott and Kelsey dive into the core of compassion and how to use this as a route for connection and love in all things you do. And yes, Scott even gives us an exercise to try on this as well! Sit back, relax and enjoy the la...