In this special episode, we're revisiting 5 guests who left you feeling empowered and inspired in 2023. You’ll enjoy a handpicked clip from each guest’s episode that will help you lead, achieve, and flourish—both personally and professionally. We’re talking about mom guilt. Leading your employees. Betting on yourself to start a business. Choosing what words to use to sell your products. Growing in confidence. Yep, these are ALL things we’re covering—and so much more! You’ll ge...

What if the blueprint for business success is already in the hands of female founders, just waiting to be fully realized? My guest today, Ali Wyatt, has consistently been at the forefront of women-led business innovation. She’s the co-founder of Female Founder Collective alongside Rebecca Minkoff—and a business builder, advisor to start-ups, and investor in female-funded businesses. Today, Ali shares what makes female-led startups stand out and how you can secure funding from ...

What if the key to unlocking your business's potential lies in the way you connect with your body? Robin Long's journey from personal struggles with body image to global wellness leader is proof that it absolutely can. Today, Robin takes us from her initial Pilates awakening to becoming the CEO and founder of Lindywell, one of the first online Pilates platforms that's now impacting lives in over 100 countries. In this episode, Robin opens up about the shift from “fixing” to “e...

The most powerful tool for persuading people to take action isn’t technology. It’s your words. My guest today, Phil M. Jones, is going to tell you exactly what to say to create the business, opportunity, and impact you want. Phil is the author of the international bestselling book Exactly What to Say – The Magic Words for Influence and Impact. At just 14 years old, Phil went from single-handedly washing cars on weekends to hiring a fleet of friends working on his behalf. He was earnin...

Today, I’m talking about something super close to my heart: giving. I'm breaking down giving into 3 easy pieces: what it means for you personally, for your business, and for your community. (It’s like your Thanksgiving plate – a little bit of everything!) Here’s the fun part: You get to mix and match your giving style. Whether you're the “helping hand” type, the “write a check” kind, or the “volunteer your time” sort, there's a way for everyone to get in on the action. And your business wil...

You want your business to make an impact in the community and world around you. In fact, I believe that when your business is generous and supports a cause your customers can rally behind, they’re more likely to keep buying from you. My guest today, Jenn Hawley, has a deep passion for bridging the gap between profit and purpose. After nearly 20 years in the private sector, Jenn decided she wanted to use her business skills to help women and children in poverty. Jenn now serves as the ...

Want to turn your hobby into a million-dollar business? That’s exactly what my friend Heidi Crowl did—and it all started 20 years ago at her kitchen table with a passion for card-making and dreaming of a business where she could find all her card supplies in one place. Today, Heidi is the founder of Simon Says Stamps, your one-stop shop for paper crafting goodness and the world's largest selection of paper art supplies. In this episode, Heidi and I talk about why it’s ...

You have an incredible idea—and you know it could help a lot of people. But there’s a problem: Other people don’t see its power yet. So how do you connect your idea to the right audience? My guest today, Tamsen Webster, calls finding that connection your “Red Thread.” And she wants to help your idea impact the world. As a renowned speaker, consultant, and TEDx idea strategist, Tamsen has spent the last twenty years helping experts drive action from their ideas. She focuses on how to f...

One of the top questions I get asked: “How do you maintain a strong, loving connection with your spouse while running a business?” Scott and I are celebrating 30 years of marriage this month. (I know, I know. He’s put up with me for a long time!) We’ve walked through many different seasons together—and Scott has been my rock through it all. Literally, since we got married when I was 19! Today, to celebrate 30 years of marriage, I’m doing a special Q&A episode with Scott. We’re a...

My guest today, Tina Wells, turned a business that she launched at sixteen into an award-winning marketing agency. She would go on to have clients like Dell, The Oprah Winfrey Network, Kroger, Apple, and more. But her massive success came with massive burnout—and she needed to rethink how she thought about work and life. That’s how Tina developed her four-phase plan called the Elevation Approach, which helps you launch the business while experiencing the joy and meaning you’ve always ...

Women are often told they just need to dream bigger and be more confident to achieve business success. But while big dreams and confidence might get you started, my guest today, Erin King, believes you need something more to get you over the finish line. You need audacity—and what Erin calls your “Big Deal Energy.” Erin King is a digital entrepreneur, podcaster, and international keynote speaker. She is the CEO of Socialite Agency, a social media firm whose clients include the Oscars, ABC/D...

You started out with big ambitions to start or scale your business. Then one day you look up and instead of chasing your dreams, you’re just trying to get through the day. What happened? But what if there's a better way? A way to rekindle that excitement and ambition you once had—while thriving in your personal life and career! My guest today, Dr. Heather Penny, is a leadership coach, author, and speaker, who helps women like you step into their best life as they recognize the uniqu...

I didn’t know much about launching a business when I started Thirty-One. I constantly doubted myself and remember thinking, Would anyone actually want to buy from me? Would they want what I was selling? Can I actually do this? Chances are, you have a business idea floating around in your head or have an existing business you want to grow. It can feel scary and absolutely overwhelming if you don’t have a proven plan to guide you. Early on, I chose a few guiding principles that helped...

How do you retain your best people AND turn your customers into raving fans—without busting your marketing budget? My guest Joey Coleman specializes in teaching small startups to major brands how to create memorable experiences for your employees and customers, so you make more money. As the author of Never Lose a Customer Again and his newest book, Never Lose an Employee Again, Joey provides strategies and tactics to transform one-time purchasers into lifelong customers and keep your employe...

Shelene Bryan’s journey started with sponsoring two kids from Africa. But curiosity got the better of her…and she decided to fly to Uganda unannounced and see what was actually happening with her money. What she discovered changed her life. Today, Shelene is the founder of Skip1.org. She’s shown the world that when you skip the purchase of one small thing you don’t need, your act of kindness can reverberate in ways you can never imagine. Shelene also gets candid about her faith and the huge...

When it feels like your worth is determined by your work and your calling equals your career, how do you talk to your kids about identity? I’m so excited to welcome back Paula Faris to the podcast. She’s an Emmy Award-winning journalist, podcaster, speaker, business owner, mom of three, and author of the new book, Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? Today, we are diving into a topic many parents and business owners wrestle with. It’s the identity crisis facing kids today. How do...

As a busy business owner and parent, I know the back-to-school transition can feel extremely challenging. How do you strike the balance between running a business and being there for your family? So today, I've got you covered with 5 essential back-to-school strategies that not only kept my family in sync but also boosted my business productivity. It's about cultivating an environment where everyone thrives—whether it's in the classroom, at the dinner table, or in the boardroom. Div...

Caris Snider doesn't just write about anxiety, depression, fear, and shame. She's lived them. She's overcome them. And now, she's teaching other women how to do the same. Caris is a speaker, coach, podcaster, and author of several devotionals for both teens and parents dealing with topics from anxiety to comparison. Today, Caris shares her honest journey of dealing with crippling anxiety and depression and explains why anxiety is such a prevalent issue for women and how it holds us b...

I absolutely love bringing powerhouse women onto my show, and today is no exception. With a passionate online community of over 1.2 million strong, Alexis Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, media personality, activist, and author of I AM THAT GIRL and Joy Hunter. Today, Alexis shares the pivotal moments that set the stage for her career in media and the powerful story behind starting ProtectHer, an educational program fostering respect for women, in a locker room. We have...

Mignon François turned the $5 she had to feed her family dinner for the week into a multi-million-dollar bakery brand. After years of drowning in debt and brokenness, Mignon founded her bakery, The Cupcake Collection in 2008. She’s sold over five million cupcakes to date—and her incredible story of resilience has received national attention through her new book, Made From Scratch. Today, Mignon shares how she managed to build a debt-free business while raising six kids and how she han...