Becoming PowHERhouse

What does it take to grow a successful business without losing yourself in the process?In this episode of Becoming PowHERhouse, Nicholle Overkamp sits down with Brittany Chappius, founder of Be Well Massage & Aesthetics, to talk about small business growth, leadership, managing a team, burnout, boundaries, and the transition from solopreneur to business owner.Brittany shares how she grew Be Well from a one-room practice into a full-service wellness business with a team of 14, and what she had to learn along the way about leading people, having difficult conversations, retaining employees, and creating a strong team culture. Pasted text Pasted textThey also talk about a lesson many entrepreneurs eventually face: your business cannot be your entire identity. Brittany opens up about feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from some of the passion she once had, and how creating more space for herself outside of the business helped her become a happier business owner and stronger leader. Pasted textFrom reconnecting with fitness to finding inspiration outside of her own company, Brittany shares what helped her regain energy, confidence, and perspective. Pasted textIf you’re a business owner who has ever felt consumed by your work, struggled with leading a team, or wondered who you are outside of the business you built, this episode is for you.About Brittany: Brittany Chappius is the founder and owner of B Well Massage & Esthetics in Williamsville, NY. Over the past eight years, she has grown B Well into an established wellness brand while staying focused on thoughtful service, team culture, and the client experience. She’s passionate about entrepreneurship, leadership, and growing a business without losing the heart behind it. Follow Brittany:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bwell_withbritt/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/brittany.ann.587Website: https://bwell716.com/

Emma Tupper rose from entry-level to CEO of Moxie Media — one of the longest-running woman-owned political communications firms in the country — over 15 years. In this episode, she opens up about stepping into the top role while pregnant, learning to lead with calm instead of competition, and when her biggest business breakthroughs come.Key Takeaways:- Why she calls herself a "reluctant entrepreneur" - The neuroscience of the brain's "default mode"- Quiet leadership- Navigating a short maternity leave as a brand-new CEO- The abundance mindset shift - How motherhood made her more ambitiousConnect with Emma:LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmatupper/⁠Website: ⁠https://moxiemedia.biz/

Lesa is a business coach for women in real estate and a former top-producing REALTOR® with over 30 years of experience. She built a highly successful career early on, but like many high-performing women, experienced firsthand how scaling without the right structure can lead to burnout, overextension, and loss of control.That experience led her to completely rethink how businesses are built—focusing on sustainability, boundaries, and strategic growth as the foundation for long-term success.Today, she helps women build profitable, scalable businesses that allow them to grow their income without sacrificing their time, energy, or quality of life.I believe she would be a strong fit for your audience, especially around:- Why scaling without structure leads to burnout and inconsistency- The foundation required for sustainable, profitable growth- How boundaries and systems directly impact revenue and scalability- Building a business that supports expansion without overextension- Lessons from 30+ years in business on scaling with intentionLesa brings both real-world experience and a grounded, strategic perspective that aligns well with your focus on intentional growth and wealth-building.You can learn more about her here:Website: I’m Lesa — A trusted guide for women in real estateLinkedIn: Lesa Frye | LinkedInInstagram: Instagram

Time isn't just money — it's everything. In this episode, Nicholle cuts straight to the point with a set of powerful micro habits designed to dramatically improve your focus and take back your day. No fluff, no overwhelm — just simple, high-impact strategies that fit into your real life as a founder and leader.If you're tired of blinking and watching your day disappear, this episode is your reset.Key Takeaways Time is your most valuable, non-renewable resourceProductivity hacksMultitasking is a mythSelf-awareness is a superpower.

What if the leadership breakthrough your business needs isn’t another strategy—but a better conversation?In this episode, I sit down with Jenna D’Annunzio, leadership development expert and co-owner of Soul Purpose Institute, to talk about purpose-driven leadership, founder burnout, second-generation entrepreneurship, and the powerful concept she calls “carefrontation.”We dive into how women founders can stop chasing hollow success, create stronger boundaries, navigate hard conversations with confidence, and build businesses that actually align with who they are becoming.If you’re scaling a business while trying not to lose yourself in the process, this episode is for you.Guest: Jenna D’Annunzio Website: https://www.soulpurposeinstitute.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenna_dannunzio3/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JennaDAnnunzioCoach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-d-annunzio