Women Who Rise: The Success Podcast for Ambitious Women

What if one conversation could change the way you think, lead, and live? In this special Season 2 Recap, we're revisiting the most impactful moments from Episodes 14–25 of the Women Who Rise Podcast. From overcoming grief and embracing authenticity to building successful habits, believing in your dreams, and leading with confidence, these conversations are packed with powerful insights that will i...

In this inspiring conversation, Wendy Goss shares how success is not about becoming someone else it is about becoming more deeply yourself. Through honesty, resilience, and a willingness to challenge limiting beliefs, she transformed not only her business, but the trajectory of her life. Wendy’s journey reveals that the rooms we fear most often become the places where we discover our greatest pote...

In this powerful conversation, Robert Colello reveals that sustainable success is not built through constant hustle, but through intentional structure, disciplined repetition, and alignment with what matters most. He shares how leadership evolves when you stop trying to do everything yourself and begin designing systems that support both your business and your life. Through transparency and hard-e...

In this deeply honest conversation, Cathleen Barela shares how real leadership is  forged not only through success, but through the courage to evolve when life forces  you to grow. From building a thriving referral-based real estate business to  navigating the painful unraveling of a marriage, she reveals how healing, self-trust,  and coachability became the foundation of her next chapter. Kathlee...

What if one decision could completely change the direction of your life? 🚀 In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Alexis Diaz CEO of Evolve Estates Group, real estate leader, mentor, and mother of six for a powerful conversation about growth, leadership, family, and building a life by design. Alexis shares the pivotal moments that pushed her beyond her comf...

In this powerful conversation, Michael Hellickson shares the no-excuses truth behind building a business, a family life, and a legacy that lasts. From sleeping under his desk as a young real estate agent to becoming one of the top-producing team leaders in the country, Michael reveals that success is not built on talent alone, but on habits, structure, discipline, and the willingness to do what ot...

In this deeply grounded conversation, Kelli Kim shares how an unexpected life transition became the beginning of a purpose-filled second chapter in real estate, leadership, and faith. Rather than seeing divorce, uncertainty, or career reinvention as evidence that she was behind, Kelli chose to see them as redirection toward a life of greater freedom, service, and impact. Her philosophy of “luxury...

In this energizing conversation, Carrie Soave shares how she went from building a real estate business without systems to becoming a powerful voice in AI, automation, and scalable entrepreneurship. Her story is a reminder that freedom is not created by working harder, but by thinking differently, adapting faster, and refusing to stay trapped in outdated models of success. Through candor, humor, an...

In this powerful conversation, Corinne DeFilippis shares how a childhood marked by serious illness and adversity shaped the warrior mindset that later fueled her rise as a top-producing real estate leader and visionary team builder. She explains why discipline, systems, and consistent action not luck are the true foundations of long-term success, and how learning to think bigger changed the trajec...

In this powerful conversation, Livia Gabriella Petraru shares how a childhood shaped by communist Romania, hard work, and limited opportunity became the foundation for a life built on courage, visibility, and relentless consistency. From immigrating to the United States with $400 to walking on fire at a Tony Robbins event and quitting her job to pursue real estate full-time, Livia reveals what hap...

In this deeply moving conversation, John Jubilee shares how a life shaped by poverty, trauma, faith, discipline, and relentless hope became the foundation for a mission to help others rebuild from the inside out. From watching his mother rise with fierce determination to witnessing his sister overcome physical limitations through mindset, John learned early that true transformation begins far bene...

This week on women who rise I'm joined by entrepreneur speaker and pro insight CEO Justin Stoddard We talk about why success isn't really about leads transactions or working harder It's about relationships trust and building something that actually lasts Justin shares how shifting from chasing business to building partnerships completely changed the trajectory of his life and how the biggest growt...

What happens when life changes in an instant and the future you expected is no longer there? In this deeply moving episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Ramona Locken for one of the most personal conversations the show has had. Ramona opens up about the unexpected loss of her oldest son, Jesse, and shares how that grief reshaped her family, her faith, and her purpose. Together, H...

In this special Season 2 compilation of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy brings together the most powerful moments from 13 transformational conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. From financial empowerment and leadership to resilience, mindset, and personal growth this episode is your reminder that success isn’t about where you start… it’s about how you rise. Inside this...

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Alma Merrill @clozercult to share a story that proves success isn’t reserved for the prepared it’s claimed by the committed 💪. Alma opens up about growing up without basic education 📚 and rising to become a multimillionaire 💰, emphasizing that consistency not confidence is what ultimately changes lives. He challenges...

In this incredible episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with  @WendyForsythe  to explore the powerful philosophy behind her book Leverage Your X-Factor 📘. Wendy shares why true success comes from alignment not just achievement ✨. Drawing from decades of leadership in real estate and entrepreneurship, she breaks down the habits, systems, and mindset shifts that allow high performers...

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Ruby Williams to explore the power of breaking one habit to unlock a whole new life. Ruby shares her journey from the wine industry 🍷 to rebuilding her identity through mindset work 🧠, showing how true transformation happens when we challenge the beliefs that keep us stuck. Together, they dive into the connection betw...

In this powerful episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Tabitha Bartel, co-owner of The Impact Group in Denver and leader of a $300M real estate organization built on collaboration 🤝, mentorship 🌱, and a powerful growth mindset 🧠. Tabitha shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a nationally respected leader in real estate. She reveals how atti...

In this powerful episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Stephanie Peck, a respected real estate leader known for building a thriving referral-based business rooted in integrity, community, and disciplined consistency. Stephanie shares how true leadership isn’t measured by transaction volume, but by how you make people feel. Through market shifts, reinvention, and seasons of i...

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Katina Collins, a community leader and passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Katina shares her powerful journey of overcoming adversity, the pivotal role of authentic mentorship, and why community is essential for women to rise into their strength. She reflects on the mentors who shaped her path, the lessons lear...

In this episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Katherin Rein of  @beautifulmiamiteam  a respected luxury real estate leader, to explore what it truly takes to build a lasting and meaningful career in real estate. Katherin shares her journey into the industry, highlighting the importance of strong work ethic, continuous education, and relationship-driven business. She offers real-w...

In this insightful episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Gene Frederick, a respected leader and entrepreneur in the real estate industry, for a powerful conversation about what truly drives lasting success. Gene challenges common misconceptions around success and motivation, emphasizing that discipline, clarity, and consistency matter far more than fleeting inspiration. He shares...

In this episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Don Yoakum world champion athlete, business builder, and visionary leader to explore what it truly takes to rise and stay in the game. From Olympic-level discipline to building high-performing organizations, Don shares the habits, mindsets, and leadership principles that create longevity, resilience, and meaningful success. Together,...

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with transformational coach and bestselling author  @DebrenaJacksonGandy  to redefine what success truly means for women in leadership. Debrena shares her journey of growth, the early influences that shaped her path, and the mindset shifts required to move beyond hustle culture. She introduces the concept of holistic success...

In this episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, to discuss his journey from a young real estate agent to one of the industry’s most influential leaders. Leo shares the importance of intentional learning, mentorship, and diversity in leadership, along with how he navigated challenges, pressure, and growth at the highest level. He also offers power...