Fempreneur True Confessions Podcast

In this heartfelt and empowering episode, we sit down with Bri Alexander, a sound and energy healing practitioner, for a powerful conversation on transformation, grief, healing, and stepping into your soul’s purpose.Bri shares how an unexpected loss became the catalyst for deep self-discovery, leading her to move across the world to Taiwan. Through solitude, mindfulness, and the cultural immersion of a slower, more intentional lifestyle, she reconnected with her body, intuition, and purpose. Her journey is one of courage, healing, and realignment. This episode is filled with vulnerable truths, laughter, a few tears, and so many glimmers — those tiny, powerful reminders to keep going.What You'll Hear In This Episode:Bri’s story of transformation after miscarriage and emotional burnoutThe power of physically removing yourself to hear your own voiceLiving abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic and its unexpected spiritual giftsHow nature, Eastern medicine, and cultural values helped shape her healingReleasing guilt, embracing redirection, and trusting divine timingThe role of abundance mindset and learning to follow the “glimmer”Tools like Ikigai to uncover your soul’s unique purposeReleasing comparison and imposter syndrome as a daily practiceWhat real community and support actually looks likeJoin Bri’s email list to receive a Free Guided Soundbath You can find Bri online here:Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Other resources mentioned during the podcast:IKIGAI - Bri recommends doing everything in your power to make sure your work and life align with this teaching. She says, “You'll find so much fulfillment and happiness and work will rarely feel like work - the cliche is true!”Stay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: Spotify Website

In this powerful and deeply personal episode,we welcome back bestselling author, publisher, and speaker Lynda Sunshine West. Together, we explore the raw truths behind success—the struggles, healing, and self-discovery that don't make it into the highlight reels.Lynda shares how running away at age five and not being "rescued" shaped decades of self-doubt, people-pleasing, and fear—and how she reclaimed her worth by facing one fear a day for a year. The conversation dives into the damage caused by gaslighting, the inner work of rewriting personal narratives, and the radical act of vulnerability in leadership, business, and storytelling.Whether you’re writing a book, healing from trauma, or trying to rediscover your voice, this episode will remind you that your story is worthy, and sharing it can spark powerful connection and impact.Check out Lynda’s new Story Sculptor! Let the Story Sculptor help you write your book. Go to https://storysculptorgpt.com/ You can find Lynda online here:Website LinkedIn LinkedIn Business Page Instagram Facebook YouTube Other resources mentioned the podcast:Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima The Year Of Fears, Momentum: 13 Lessons From Action Takers Who Changed the WorldFind Fempreneur True Confessions here: Website Spotify

In this inspiring episode, Melissa Alexander shares her powerful journey from corporate burnout to building a life of freedom, fulfillment, and purpose through entrepreneurship.Melissa opens up about the moment she realized that the traditional path — career, retirement plan, “success” by society’s standards — wasn’t bringing her joy. Through home business ownership, she discovered not just time and money freedom, but something even greater: emotional and spiritual abundance.💡 In this conversation, we explore:Breaking free from the corporate grind and rewriting your life storyHow Melissa’s mother inspired her to pursue business ownershipThe deeper meaning of abundance — peace of mind, happiness, and fulfilling relationshipsThe importance of persistence, patience, and vision when building your dreamsWhy it’s never too late to start over — including the story of Melissa’s mentor, Belinda Santor, who rebuilt her life and business at age 50 and created lasting successThis episode is a must-watch for anyone feeling stuck, burned out, or wondering if it’s too late to chase the life you really want.You can find Melissa online here:WebsiteAlignableLinkedInOther resources mentioned during the podcast:VA Connection with Belinda SandorStay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite

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In this week’s episode, we dive deep into integrity — what it really means to live, work, and lead from a place of alignment.Integrity isn’t just about honesty — it’s about when your actions, words, and inner truth line up. It’s about creating boundaries, choosing clients and opportunities that match your values, and having the courage to disappoint instead of betraying yourself.We explore:Integrity as alignment → how to live in sync with your truth.Boundaries & integrity → why saying “no” can be one of the most powerful yes’s to yourself.Integrity in business → choosing aligned clients, projects, and partnerships (even if it means turning others down).The ripple effect → how one woman standing in her integrity gives others permission to do the same.Courage & authenticity → why integrity requires bravery and the willingness to take the harder road.We also asked:Where in our lives do we feel fully in integrity right now?What helps us return to our center when life pulls us off course?So, where in YOUR life do you feel fully in integrity right now? And what helps YOU return to your center when life starts life-ing? We’d love to hear from you!Our biggest takeaway? Living in integrity means choosing alignment over approval — even when it’s hard. What was your biggest aha from today’s episode?Other resources mentioned during the podcast:Jen Kem’s Book: Unicorn Team Aly Berthiaume’s monthly writer’s circle - check out Ally’s website, connect with her on her social channels, and subscribe to her newsletter for the inside scoop! Angelic’s monthly women’s circle for business - join us each month for this free one-hour women’s circle for business owners! Stay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: Spotify: Website:

Meet Kash: She served as the chief financial officer for Icon Foods soon moving into theCEO role (as of May 10, 2024). She oversees the financial operations, reporting, and compliance of these organizations, as well as drives their growth and profitability. She has a strong background in legal matters, such as acquisition negotiation, trademark applications, regulatory compliance, and contract drafting, which enables her to handle complex and diverse transactions and issues. She currently holds an MBA degree from Eastern Washington University, with a focus on accounting and finance, to further enhance her skills and knowledge in this field. In her free time, she loves to be with her family, spend time outdoors, and golf.Social Media Handles: LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kash-rocheleau-a0678528/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/icon_foods/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kashrocheleau

Gözde Brake Guia, aka Goz, is the Cofounder of PodWritten, a podcast booking agency for health and wellness businesses. She started her career as a teacher and then became a content writer and editor for a PR company. In 2024, driven by a desire for freedom, she and her husband launched PodWritten despite having no prior business or sales experience. But Goz embraced the unknown and decided to learn and grow along the way. Today, through PodWritten, she helps health and wellness brands secure interviews on top podcasts and teaches them about strategic storytelling. Fluent in Turkish, English, and Spanish, she’s been featured in top-tier publications like Entrepreneur and Forbes Centroamerica.

Amy Babish helps people who have tried everything and still feel stuck in their health, their marriage, or the impact they know they’re meant to have. She gets to the root, working with ancestral patterns, soul‑level assignments, the body itself, and even the home and land they live on.For over twenty years, Amy has guided visionaries, executives, founders, and high‑impact leaders to release what was never theirs to carry and live with clarity, connection, and a wider kind of freedom.Her expertise is rare and deeply integrative, shifting what once felt immovable.She is also the host of The Soulful Visionary podcast, where she guides guests through live sessions that reveal what’s ready to end and what’s ready to emerge.

Today’s guest is a powerhouse of creativity & strategy in the tech world. Marta has spent the last 12 years shaping the digital experience behind some of your favorite global brands—designing mobile & web applications that don’t just function beautifully, but feel intuitive & human.She’s not just a designer—she’s a mentor, an international speaker, & the brilliant CEO behind Glitterky, where she helps startups grow with intention—combining business savvy & design excellence to spark real transformation.But what makes Marta’s story truly inspiring is the mission behind her work. As a single mother, she’s showing her daughter—and all of us—that it's possible to fall in love with life, & to align your purpose with your profession.Go to her website for her free ebooks (start up pitch deck and fundraising)https://www.glitterky.com

We had such a fun conversation with Cristel on this episode of the podcast. Who said business has to be boring and serious? Not Cristel Sias that’s for sure! Cristel shared her story and powerful business insights with us about: Her philosophy around competitionBeing a college drop outWhat her work playlist is likeThe story of resilience that inspired her And the one piece of advice she’d give her younger selfYou can find Cristel online here:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFacebookOther resources mentioned during the podcast:Lo Fi Afro Beats Playlist - we listen on Spotify, but search wherever you listen  Bobbi Humphrey - Black and Blues  - we listen on Spotify, but search wherever you listen The Art Of Possibilities by Rosamund Stone Zander & Benjamin Zander Stay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite:

During Charity’s episode we hit it harder than burnout at a board meeting! Charity and Angelic got heart-to-heart about: How she made the shift from corporate shackles to freedom and abundanceHow an abundant mindset isn’t just about monetizing and money, it’s about freedom and access to opportunities and options to live at your most fulfilledHow we dial into our goals and hold ourselves accountable through the pitfalls, stumbling blocks and mental gremlins. How coaches and mentors have helped usOvercoming corporate burnout and entrepreneurial burnout - it’s a thing!Normalizing mental fitness, talking about depression Taking our power back, getting clear on our goals, and reaching for the stars is a choice and that is our superpower. We all have choice!Resilience as a choice and an amazing gift that we all havePhew! Yes, it was a power-packed episode, folks! So, be sure to stop by her website to download her free books and take her up on her Free Clarity Call! https://charitybrown.biz/ You can find Charity online here:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTube PodcastOther Resources Mentioned During the Podcast:The Dark Side of the Light Worker (book) Rachel Rodgers’ Book We Should All Be Millionaires LIsa Nichols Profit First Allen Knight (Coach)Sam Ovens (Coach) Firewalker Convention Stay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite

EP 117: Sweat Equity & Sisterhood: What My Mother, Masterminds, & Racism Taught Me About Power With Sabrina MorrisYou know when you go into a conversation thinking you will talk about one thing and you end up talking about something else, but it turns into SUCH a great conversation?! That’s what happened with this week’s podcast with Sabrina Morris - while we did get around to talking about what we intended to - we also dove into some juicy nuggets about fear. Sabrina wasn’t just generous in sharing her wisdom and stories with us, she also offered our listeners a discount code (you gotta listen to get the code) on her apparel line. She was wearing one of her favorite tops during the podcast with an awesome story behind it. And for those listeners who want to travel more and create memories with family and friends, you can register for her complimentary unpack your bucket list class. Click the link or text the word Unpack to 970-645-7776. You can find Sabrina online here:WebsiteLinkedInFacebook InstagramTiktokOther resources mentioned during the podcast:The mastermind principles book Sabrina mentioned is: The Law of Success by Napoleon Hill Stay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: Spotify Website

Veronica is a two-time Amazon bestselling author, speaker, and the passionate founder of Carnelian Wealth Solutions, LLC. With over 20 years of expertise in financial services, Veronica specializes in empowering women in the sandwich generation to take control of their financial futures. Veronica’s mission is deeply personal, rooted in her own experience of navigating the financial and emotional challenges following her father’s passing. This journey inspired her to dedicate her life to helping others avoid similar pitfalls and create legacies that reflect their values and aspirations. As a Lisa Nichols Certified Transformational Trainer, Veronica brings her unique ability to inspire, guide, and activate change in her audience. She combines her financial expertise with transformational coaching techniques to deliver insights that resonate on both a practical and emotional level.

We had a great time sitting down with Becky to talk about the messy, beautiful process of becoming who you really are — and why there’s no quick three-step solution to “figuring life out.”In this candid episode (ok, for real, they are all pretty candid), Becky shares her personal journey from burnout to contentment, the importance of shedding “shoulds,” and how vulnerability has become one of her greatest strengths. We explore why joy is a choice, how to be more present (even when life feels like a dumpster fire), and why embracing imperfection actually builds deeper trust with your audience and community.Topics we cover in this episode:Letting go of societal “shoulds” and embracing what actually feels goodThe myth of finally “arriving” — and why life is all about the journeyChoosing joy and contentment even in the middle of chaosThe power of vulnerability and showing your full self onlineWhy laughing at yourself is one of the most freeing things you can doBuilding resilience and giving yourself grace through the hard seasonsBecky also shares about her new podcast Assigned Reading (launching now!) and the Feminist Podcasters Collective — a supportive space for creators amplifying women's voices.💡 Quote of the Episode: "When the world gives you a dumpster fire, make s’mores."You can find Becky online here:WebsiteFeminist Founders PodcastAssigned Reading PodcastLinkedInInstagramTiktokYouTube🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:Feminist Podcasters Collective Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski PhD and Amelia Nagoski DMA The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle Glennon Doyle Stay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite

Ever felt guilty for pivoting in your business—or your life—more than once? This episode is your permission slip to embrace change as a powerful tool for growth.Join us as we chat with Nikia Burch, founder of Confident Bookkeeping Solutions and passionate entrepreneur who has turned life’s toughest challenges into fuel for her business journey.Nikia shares how she left a corporate job she hated, launched her first VA business, and eventually niched down to bookkeeping and dashboards—finding her true calling along the way. You’ll also hear how she navigated personal loss, raised three kids as a single mom, and used her story to inspire others to choose alignment over obligation.This is a raw, real, and empowering conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and trusting your gut—plus, we geek out a bit on dashboards, KPIs, and strategy (because that’s what lights us up!).What You’ll Learn in This Episode:💡 Why changing directions in business isn’t “wishy-washy”—it’s a sign of growth💡 How Nikia built the courage to leave corporate America and create a life she loves💡 The surprising benefits of failure (and why it’s just feedback)💡 What dashboards and KPIs really do for your business (and why you probably need them)💡 The importance of networking early—even before you start your business💡 Why building a business will always surface your “stuff” (and how that’s a good thing!)📢 Join the Conversation: What changes have you made in your business or life that scared you—but ultimately moved you forward? Share with us in the comments using #FempreneurTrueConfessions!You can find Nikia online here:Website: https://confidentbookkeepingsolutions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikiaburch/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentbookkeepingsolutions/Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/nikia.burchFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/confidentbookkeepingsolutionsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConfidentBookkeepingLinks & Resources Mentioned:🔗Dashboard Designers Program by Lane Booth – Learn More https://laynebooth.com/🔗Networking ResourcesAlignable https://www.alignable.com/belleview-fl/ambassador-podcaster-project-event-mgt-founder-ceo?user=6276733 Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/fempreneur-true-confessions-podcast-a19422246/ Meetup https://www.meetup.com/members/339508766/ Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/o/lady-powerhouse-solutions-32543433491 🔗Podcasters community https://www.podchaser.com/ Stay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ftcpodcast Website: http://ftcpodcast.com/

In this powerful episode, we welcome Tatiana — therapist, trauma coach, and passionate advocate for women’s empowerment. Tatiana shares her personal story of surviving complex trauma, living in chronic anxiety, and how discovering somatic experiences completely transformed her life. From dissociation and burnout to building a thriving business and creating supportive communities, Tatiana opens up about the journey of healing her nervous system and intentionally designing a healthier, joy-filled life.This heartfelt conversation explores important topics like recognizing survival mode, building supportive relationships, the myths about emotional regulation, and how real healing is possible without staying stuck for years. If you're feeling burnt out, stuck, or disconnected, this episode is for you.Learn the step by step healing process that has helped Tatiana’s clients go from functioning in states of Fight, Flight, Freeze to thriving and living a life outside of survival mode. Get your FREE GUIDE for How to Heal Your Nervous System 101! You can find Candace online here:WebsitePodcastStay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite

In this episode we sit down with Allison (Ally) Herman, CEO of Dragon Wing, a girls’ activewear company redefining confidence and comfort for tween and teen girls. Ally shares her incredible journey of acquiring and relaunching Dragon Wing, her struggles with impostor syndrome, and the powerful business growth that came from leaning into collaboration over competition.We dive deep into what it means to outsource strategically, embrace vulnerability, and stay resilient in entrepreneurship—even when criticism, failure, and fear show up. Whether you're in e-commerce or running a service-based business, you’ll gain practical insights on pivoting, building authentic partnerships, and trusting your intuition when leading a brand.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode✅ Why impostor syndrome is a natural part of entrepreneurship—and how to move through it✅ The power of outsourcing to free up time for what you truly love doing✅ How collaborations (with brands, nonprofits, and ambassadors) can grow your business faster✅ How to handle criticism, trust your gut, and bounce back from business failures✅ Why abundance mindset is key to thriving in business (and life!)✅ Practical tips for building trust in e-commerce, including the importance of imagery, video, and reviewsYou can find Allison online here:WebsiteInstagramFacebook: YouTube: PinterestOther Resources Mentioned During the Podcast:Supermix - Design your own jean jackets and hoodies\Stay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite

It was a pleasure to have Christine on the podcast and hear the origin story of her business and the separation that came with elevation that she experienced as she was building her business. We are so appreciative of her transparency and authenticity as she shared how she overcame that tough time and where she is today with her business. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from and support a fellow fempreneur!You can find Christine online here:WebsiteInstagram Other resources mentioned during the podcast:Lisa Nichols Viola Davis Stay connect with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite 

It was a joy to have Candace on the podcast to talk about this still ever-so-present belief in business today - that we are in competition. Candace shared her personal belief that her only competition is her. Everyone else is a co-creator. She strives to live this ethos every day by helping peers extract their wisdom and more effectively share their expertise. We also talked about being deeply introspective and befriending experiences that the world encourages us to suppress, numb or erase and finding liberty and value in our journey, in navigating them. Then Candace dropped a truth bomb, “I now know that they are spiritual alarm clocks for misalignment in my life and serve me in attuning to my unmet needs and desires.” Whoa! Read that again. She also shared that money will always come back, we can make more money, but opportunities to build self trust and self confidence? Yes, those can come around again as well, but may not be as potent, so be brave and step into those opportunities when they arise.Message Candace on social media and mention the podcast to receive a Free Mini Intuitive Reading!You can find Candace online here:WebsiteInstagram LinkedINTikTok FacebookYouTubeStay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: Spotify Website

It was so great to have Jennifer back on the podcast and catch up with what she has been up to since we chatted back in 2022. Jennifer was one of our very first guests on the podcast and she has been a busy bee since we last spoke. We got into some great topics about intuition, collaboration, barriers to our success, the influence our well being has over our business, and more!Jennifer has a free 3-part series called the Dream Life Activator. Activate your YES and intentionally align with your deepest desires to design your Dream Life and make it your new reality! Go here to check it out: She also has free resources that accompany her book, Say Yes To Your Yes You can find Jennifer online here:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebook Facebook GroupOther resources mentioned during the podcast:Andy Vargo, Own Your AwkwardRTT therapist, Jaini Shah John Jaramillo’s Podcast, The Book Leads Stay connected with Fempreneur True Confessions here: SpotifyWebsite