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Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself.
Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice and personal stories to support you to spark, grow and scale your business as an entrepreneur.
This podcast is for the visionary leaders who are committed to creating their legacy, pursuing their dreams and achieving their goals beyond their current circumstance.
The Iconic Podcast sets itself apart through Jen’s unparalleled interview style, genuine curiosity and commitment to having women rise to their potential.
Formally known as the Becoming Iconic Podcast, this new iteration is dedicated to providing you with the most potent and powerful conversations with those who have overcome, prevailed and built their lives and businesses into the incredible success we see today.
Subscribe now and leave a review to be a part of this Iconic movement. Don’t forget to also check out this month’s magazine where we deep dive with the guests who are interviewed here.
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How you finish a year matters. Not because the calendar holds supernatural power, but because your energy, your intention, and your personal leadership shape what comes next. If you have ever felt tempted to drift toward the finish line or label an entire year as “bad,” this episode will shift everything. In this elevated solo conversation, Jen invites you to look honestly at the narrative you are carrying from the past twelve months. She reveals why your year was not a failure, why a hard se...
Leadership is not defined by titles, metrics, or performance reviews. It is defined by how people feel in your presence. In this inspiring episode, Jen welcomes leadership expert and speaker Maria DeLorenzis Reyes for a conversation that reframes what it means to lead a company, a team, and a culture. Maria reveals how the principles of hospitality can transform workplaces, deepen trust, and create environments where people feel seen, valued, and supported. Through stories, perspective-shifti...
Wealth isn’t about how much money you make. It’s about how confidently you circulate it. In this empowering and elevated solo episode, Jen shares the wealth conversation that shifted everything for her clients inside Lavish: the difference between spending and investing. With honesty, practicality, and grounded faith, she reveals how your personal economy expands when you stop gripping money in fear and start circulating it with intention. This episode will help you see money not as something...
True leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about knowing who you are, what you stand for, and leading with integrity whether anyone’s watching or not. In this elegant and deeply grounded conversation, Jen is joined by Natasha Koifman, founder and president of NKPR, a highly regarded full-service public relations, marketing, and digital agency known for its purpose-driven approach and long-standing client relationships. With over two decades of experience representin...
Building a dream team isn’t about luck, it’s about leadership, discernment, and the willingness to make hard decisions. In this insightful episode, Jen shares 20 years of experience hiring, firing, and leading teams through both deep mistakes and remarkable breakthroughs. From the fear of financial responsibility to the lessons of betrayal and the art of building a culture no one wants to leave, this conversation is a masterclass in leading like a CEO. Whether you’re hiring your first VA or m...
If being smart was the secret to success, more leaders would be thriving. The truth is, intellect alone can’t carry influence. Wisdom does. In this powerful episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen welcomes award-winning director, speaker coach, and author Tricia Brouk for a conversation that challenges everything you’ve been taught about leadership and intelligence. Drawing from her new book Being Smart Is Stupid, Tricia shares how self-awareness, compassion, and emotional intelligence build the k...
If your sales have slowed or your growth feels stalled, this episode is your wake-up call. Visibility is the lifeblood of your business. If you’re not intentionally expanding it, your business isn’t standing still, it’s quietly moving backwards. In this powerful solo episode, Jen reveals three high-impact, low-cost visibility strategies that have helped her and her clients create massive momentum and attract aligned opportunities. These aren’t complicated marketing tactics but grounded, prove...
Your voice is one of the most powerful tools you’ll ever have. But too often, we hide it, polish it, or wait until we’re “ready.” In this conversation, Jam Gamble, speaker, coach, and creator of Slay The Mic® Method, reminds us that our voices don’t need permission. They need practice, courage, and unapologetic truth. Together, they dive into what it really means to speak with confidence, why being “unpolished” might actually be your greatest strength, and how to push past the roadblocks that...
This is one of the most important conversations Jen has ever recorded. She pulls back the curtain on the subtle yet powerful ways we sabotage our own success and what it takes to finally move out of the way of growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, resentful, or like your dreams were slipping further away, this episode is your wake-up call. In this episode, you’ll hear: • A perspective on investments that could completely shift how you see your next move • The sneaky mindset trap that’s quietly s...
What does it really mean to be an iconoclast in today’s world? To break the molds handed to us, release outdated ideals, and step fully into who we are meant to be? In this thought-provoking episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by Kristina DiPalo, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and contributor to The Iconic Magazine. Together, they explore the meaning of being a modern iconoclast through the lens of identity, courage, age, motherhood, and the audacity it takes to shake off the “sh...
Success isn’t a finish line. It’s a moving target. In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen shares the principle that has sustained her business for nearly two decades: refinement. She opens up about what happens when entrepreneurs stop evolving, why coasting is so costly, and how she’s kept momentum for over 200 months of multi-five and six-figure revenue. You’ll also hear the behind-the-scenes story of how Jen is refining her own work right now through the creation of B-Lounge VIP. This c...
Have you ever considered that the clutter in your home isn’t really about the mess, but a reflection of what’s happening in your mind? Gabrielle shares her journey to creating Canada’s first neuroaesthetic interior design firm, why your home should be designed for who you are becoming, and how small shifts in your space can transform your energy, confidence, and even your income. This episode will leave you rethinking your relationship with your home and inspire you to treat your space as a p...
What if your next post was the one that changed everything? In this powerful episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen Szpigiel shares the behind-the-scenes story of a private client whose business transformed overnight after one post went viral. But instead of getting swept up in vanity metrics, Jen walks you through the intentional moves that turned sudden attention into lasting growth. You’ll hear how they leveraged momentum with strategy, funnels, and community care so that the viral moment wasn...
What does it really take to claim your dreams and pursue them boldly, even when life feels messy, unpredictable, and full? In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by Kelsey Hogan, founder of Claimed & Co., who has built her business and life with unapologetic audacity. Kelsey opens up about her journey from side hustle to multi–six figure founder, the pivotal moments that forced her to rise, and how she continues to lead her family and business with vision. Together, we explo...
So often we see the polished highlight reel of entrepreneurship, but rarely do we hear the truth about what it actually takes to build something iconic. In this finale of The Summer Edit, Jen Szpigiel pulls back the curtain and shares the raw, unfiltered reality of leadership, resilience, and devotion. From betrayals and setbacks to rebuilding her brand and team from the ground up, Jen opens up about the experiences that carved her into the leader she is today. She reminds us that business is...
Turning creativity into a business takes more than talent. It takes leadership, intention, and heart. In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen welcomes Micah Enriquez, the vibrant creator behind Make It With Micah, whose uplifting videos bring peace, humor, and beauty into millions of homes. Micah shares how she grew her platform with purpose, consistency, and generosity while staying true to who she is and why she started. From going viral for her cleaning videos to securing brand partners...
If you’ve ever wondered how Jen balances an iconic business with a deeply intentional lifestyle, this is the episode that shows you how. In this refreshing edition of The Summer Edit, Jen takes you behind the scenes of what truly creates a fulfilling, pleasure-soaked life. She shares the six core life principles that have shaped not only her business success but also the peace, presence, and joy she experiences every single day. These aren’t abstract ideas or quick-fix hacks, but lived ...
What if the thing you love most (what you’d do for free, what lights you up) could actually become your career? This episode is living proof that it can. In this deeply heartwarming episode, Jen is joined by cover feature and muralist Marilena Madio, a woman who turned a spontaneous creative spark into a thriving, 26-year business rooted in artistry, joy, and service. From painting her daughter’s nursery while eight months pregnant to being featured on the Property Brothers and launching her ...
In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen reveals the real reason so many entrepreneurs are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready to quit. Spoiler alert, it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re trying to be consistent in a way that’s not sustainable. Jen walks you through what consistency really means and how redefining it can help you build a business that lasts. If you’ve been taught that showing up every single day is the only path to success, this episode invites you...
In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen takes you deep into the art of magnetic messaging. The kind that doesn’t just sound good, but actually sells. If your content isn’t converting, your copy feels unclear, or you’ve been relying on AI to say what you mean, this is your invitation to reconnect with your voice and claim your message. Jen unpacks how to build powerful, story-driven content that connects, converts, and positions you as the go-to expert in your space. Whether you’re struggling ...
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Thank you Jen...this was amazing 🙏🤗