Welcome to 'Heart and Soul,' the podcast where we empower and inspire women to lead their best lives, harnessing the power of their hearts and souls. We are Mariah and Monique, your hosts and guides on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
In each episode, we'll dive deep into topics that matter most to you, from self-love and confidence to career development, relationships, and everything in between. We believe that every woman has a unique strength and inner wisdom waiting to be unleashed.
Join us as we cover insightful heart and soul centered topics and interview incredible women who've overcome challenges, chased their dreams, and found their true purpose. Through all of this you will discover practical tips, strategies, and real-life stories to help you navigate life's twists and turns.
For whatever season of life you are in, this podcast is your safe space to explore, learn, grow and possibly even laugh and cry with us. So grab your headphones, your favorite drink, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.
With Heart, I’m Mariah and with Soul, I’m Monique.
Welcome to 'Heart and Soul,' the podcast where we empower and inspire women to lead their best lives, harnessing the power of their hearts and souls. We are Mariah and Monique, your hosts and guides on this journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
In each episode, we'll dive deep into topics that matter most to you, from self-love and confidence to career development, relationships, and everything in between. We believe that every woman has a unique strength and inner wisdom waiting to be unleashed.
Join us as we cover insightful heart and soul centered topics and interview incredible women who've overcome challenges, chased their dreams, and found their true purpose. Through all of this you will discover practical tips, strategies, and real-life stories to help you navigate life's twists and turns.
For whatever season of life you are in, this podcast is your safe space to explore, learn, grow and possibly even laugh and cry with us. So grab your headphones, your favorite drink, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.
With Heart, I’m Mariah and with Soul, I’m Monique.
What if marketing didn’t feel like shouting into the void—but instead felt like sharing your heart? If you’ve ever wanted to grow your brand without sacrificing your soul, this conversation is for you. We’re getting real about content overwhelm, audience-building, and showing up with strategy and soul.
In this episode, we’re sitting down with marketing strategist and brand whisperer Stephanie Gudowski, founder of Be Engagement—a boutique agency helping women-led brands get seen and stay aligned.
From luxury bridal launches to med spa growth, Stephanie is the go-to for soulful strategy and intentional execution. Today, she’s pulling back the curtain on how to stop marketing out of fear and start showing up with clarity, confidence, and consistency.
🔑 Key Themes + Takeaways
Together, we talk about:
– Pivoting from corporate life to creative entrepreneurship as a new mom at 40
– Why “your clients aren’t your friends” is a myth Stephanie refuses to follow
– Building aligned brands without being everywhere all at once
– Her top social media do’s, don’ts, and one seriously underrated tip
– Email marketing, Meta hacks, and why your content should never be one-and-done
– What it really looks like to sell from the heart (and why most of us are doing too much)
Whether you’re stuck in Canva chaos or wondering if marketing can actually feel good—this episode will give you both inspiration and strategy to move forward.
✨ Pull Quotes
“You can be good at anything, but you can’t be good at everything.”
“Celebrate and sell—that’s what we’re really here to do.”
“If something isn’t working, don’t quit. Pivot.”
“Marketing isn’t just about the brand. It’s about the person behind it.”
“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Meta can change—but your email list is yours.”
⏱️ Chapter Markers
05:00 – From fashion sales to motherhood to starting her business at 40
10:00 – Why small brands can’t afford not to ask for help
15:00 – How Stephanie builds trust-first relationships with her clients
22:00 – Top 3 social media tips (including why you must be on both Instagram & Facebook)
30:00 – The power of Flowdesk and email marketing that actually works
36:00 – What the data says (and why most graphics don’t perform)
41:00 – If marketing feels hard… here’s your permission to pivot
✍️ Your Turn (CTA as Prompt)
This week’s heart check-in:
✨ Where in your marketing are you making things harder than they need to be?
Are you trying to do it all? Avoiding visibility out of fear? What would it look like to simplify your strategy, listen to your gut, and ask for the help you need?
📣 Connect with Stephanie
Explore her offerings: www.beengagement.com
+ download her free Social Media Do’s & Don’ts at: https://linktr.ee/beengagement
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be.engagement
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All Heart & Soul's Details:
Website: https://www.heartandsoulmastermind.com/
Join the mastermind program: https://www.heartandsoulmastermind.com/heartsoul
Say hi to Mariah on Instagram: @mariahmckechnie
Say hi to Monique on Instagram: @moniqueforcier
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