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That Big CEO Energy is the empowering podcast for ambitious women building purpose-driven businesses. Hosted by Virtual COO Kallai Plummer, each episode delivers honest conversations, streamlined strategies, and systems that support sustainable growth. From navigating mindset blocks to simplifying operations and stepping fully into your leadership, this show is your weekly dose of clarity, confidence, and real CEO energy.
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Grief doesn’t wait for the perfect time. It shows up in our lives and our businesses, and no amount of hustle can make it disappear. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a dream, or even a past version of yourself—you can’t just power through it at full speed. In this episode, I’m opening up about how grief has shown up in my own life and how I’ve learned to stop ignoring it and start making space for it. Instead of pushing harder, I’ve built a few simple micro habits that he...
If you’ve ever ended the day staring at an endless to-do list and still felt like you were falling behind, this episode is for you. For years, I was addicted to long, overwhelming lists that made me feel busy but didn’t move me forward. It wasn’t until I discovered three specific “CEO lists” that everything shifted—my focus, my time, and my confidence. In this conversation, I’m walking you through the Big Three, the Vision List, and the Done List—how they work, how they fit together, and how ...
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering if you even have what it takes to make this business work, I see you. I’ve been in that messy middle—overworked, underpaid, and scrambling to hold it all together. And while I don’t regret the path I’ve taken, there are definitely things I wish I’d done sooner. Not shortcuts in the sense of “hack your way to seven figures,” but choices that would’ve saved me time, energy, and sanity. Boundaries I should’ve set. Systems I should’ve built. Lessons I didn’...
If you're feeling like everything in your business depends on you, you're not alone—and you're not failing. I’ve been the bottleneck in my own business more times than I’d like to admit, and the truth is, it’s humbling. But realizing you’ve outgrown your old way of working isn’t a sign of failure. It’s a sign of growth. In this episode, I’m talking about the final (and maybe most freeing) system in our series—delegation. We’ll walk through how to identify what only you can do, how to document...
Let’s talk about the money system that can save your sanity. Most entrepreneurs don’t burn out because of clients or content—they burn out because they’re unsure about their financial picture. I know because I’ve been there. In this episode, I’m walking you through the money system I use in my own business to create peace instead of panic. We’re diving into three core pieces of financial clarity every CEO needs: understanding cash flow, building your runway, and making confident pricing decis...
If your calendar has been running you instead of the other way around, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, I’m sharing the truth about how I used to cram my days so full that I couldn’t breathe, think, or lead effectively… and why reclaiming my time changed everything. We’re continuing our systems reset series with the most foundational one of all: your time system. Because if your time is out of alignment, everything else—your energy, your strategy, your momentum—will be...
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a systems-focused reset that will help you finish the year strong—without running yourself into the ground. Most entrepreneurs hit a wall in Q4. I’ve been there myself. I used to white-knuckle my way through the last few months of the year, thinking that working harder was the only answer. But I’ve learned that it’s not about working harder—it’s about working smarter. And that starts with three systems: time, money, and delegation. If your calendar feels chaoti...
I used to think I was just lazy. That if I could just stick to the calendar, color-code my planner, and follow the productivity experts—I’d finally feel successful. But all those systems made me feel more broken, not more productive. And here’s what I’ve learned: I’m not the problem—my blueprint was. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like their work style doesn’t fit the mold. If you’ve got a non-linear brain, if you ebb and flow through seasons of motivation, or if you just can’t se...
Let me guess—you’ve said yes to something lately that felt off. A collaboration, a meeting, a favor you didn’t have time or capacity for. Maybe it looked good on paper, maybe it flattered your ego a little, but deep down, you knew it wasn’t right. And after it was over? You felt drained, resentful, and completely out of alignment. Been there. More than once. In this episode, I’m getting all the way real about the cost of misaligned yeses and why learning to say no is one of the most power...
I want to say this with love—but also with volume: you’re not stuck because you’re unqualified. You’re stuck because you’re unclear. In this episode, I’m calling out a pattern I see way too often (and have been caught in myself): collecting credentials instead of claiming clarity. If you’ve ever said, “I just need one more course, then I’ll launch…”—this conversation is for you. I’m breaking down why the constant pursuit of certifications can become a trap, how fear of failure and visibil...
Let’s talk about the job you never really wanted—but said yes to anyway. Not because it lit you up. Not because it aligned with your calling. But because it came with health insurance and a steady paycheck. Let’s break down what so many women in business feel but rarely say out loud: you’re not stuck because you’re unqualified—you’re stuck because you’re scared. We will talk through the emotional, financial, and identity cost of staying in a job for the “safety” it offers, and why that safe...
How do you navigate a business while dealing with financial stress and family obligations? In this enlightening episode, our special guest, Laura Sexton, dives deep into her journey from drowning in nearly $400,000 debt to becoming a prosperous money and mindset coach. Discover how she set up her business to be completely debt-free and the importance of having a financial cushion. Laura also discusses essential strategies for ensuring your business doesn't rely entirely on you and...
Have you ever felt like you're falling behind because you haven't reached certain milestones? In today's episode, we're tackling the pressure of timelines and shifting the focus to true goal transformation. You'll learn why setting rigid timelines can sabotage your goals, how to anchor your objectives in intention, and a new approach to sustainable goal-setting. Let's dive in to understand why you're not behind—you're becoming. What You'll Learn: 🔹 Why timelines can sabotage you...
We have an incredible guest on the show today! Madeleine Raiford-Holland shares her incredible journey of building three successful companies and a thriving community of over 2 million people. We chat with her about all strategies for creating massively profitable short-term rental businesses and the importance of automation and delegation for sustained success. Guest Bio: Madeleine Raiford-Holland is the founder of MHM Luxury Properties and Madeleine Raiford-Holland E...
Perfectionism isn't a badge of honor; it's fear dressed up in productivity clothes. Through personal experiences and stories of clients like Laura Kelly, who embraced messy action, I'll show you how starting before you're ready leads to real results. Take, for example, a client who launched a boutique on Instagram with just a rack of clothes and ended up opening a fully funded retail store, or another who made $40,000 in her first year as a bookkeeper without a logo or a website. ...
As an entrepreneur myself, I've realized that building a successful business isn't just about strategy and hustle; it's about healing and growth. Here's what you'll learn in this insightful episode: The difference between 'little T' and 'big T' traumas and how each impacts our lives and businesses differently.The profound connection between feeling good personally and the success of your business, and vice versa. How struggles from our past can drive us positively in our entr...
Welcome back to That Big CEO Energy! It’s been a minute, but I’m thrilled to be here with you again. In this episode, I’m peeling back the curtain on a life-changing event that reshaped my perspective—an accident with my horse that left me with torn ligaments, months of recovery, and unexpected revelations. Through this season of forced stillness, I rediscovered my love for writing, embraced deep self-reflection, and committed to playing big as I approach my 40th birthday. I’m sharing: 🔹 The ...
Ever felt like the dream of entrepreneurial freedom has turned into a never-ending to-do list? Join me on this episode as I dive into my transformative journey from corporate HR to becoming the CEO of Kal+Co., and later, the founder of Little Martha's Bakery. Discover how trading high heels for a sourdough starter opened unexpected pathways and taught me invaluable lessons about entrepreneurship and embracing my inner CEO energy. Timestamps: 0:00:00 - 0:12:27 | Nurturing Entrepreneursh...
Ever felt like the dream of entrepreneurial freedom has turned into a never-ending to-do list? That moment hit me hard when I found myself drowning in administrative tasks and managing client expectations, leaving me disillusioned with the business I had once been so passionate about. Join me on this episode of That Big CEO Energy as we dive deep into the stark contrast between the idealized vision of business ownership and the often overwhelming reality. We talk about how important i...
Remember the first time you tried to explain your business and ended up either blanking out or overwhelming your listener with too much info? Trust me, I’ve been there too. On today's episode of That Big CEO Energy, I'm opening up about my own embarrassing moments as the CEO of Calendco, where I struggled to succinctly convey what I actually do. Through sharing my personal journey, I unpack the common fear of judgment that holds many of us back and reveal strategies to craft an elevator pitch...
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