Therapy for your Business with Jennifer Porcher

This episode features a heartfelt and empowering conversation with Kristen Hitt, the CEO of Organic, a performance brand agency. Kristen shares her journey through the metaphor of life as a tapestry, highlighting the beauty and mess of balancing a high-profile career, personal struggles, and family life. From her early career post-college to leading a major merger, Kristen opens up about the challenges behind her success, including dealing with imposter syndrome, personal life messiness, and finding resilience through tough professional seasons. The discussion also touches on the importance of choosing the right partner, the role of coaching, and the power of perspective in overcoming obstacles. Friends since college, the hosts and Kristen reminisce about shared experiences, illustrating the importance of supportive relationships in personal and professional growth.

Find Kristen Hitch on Linkedin or Instagram

00:00 Introduction: Life as a Tapestry

00:23 Behind the Scenes: The Messy Reality of Success

01:48 Guest Introduction: Meet Kristen Hitt

02:38 The Power of Friendship and Shared Experiences

05:54 The Journey to CEO: Embracing the Unknown

06:26 The Struggles Behind the Success: A Personal Perspective

07:02 The Importance of Self-Care in High-Stress Careers

07:38 The Reality of Growth: It's Not Always Pretty

07:58 The Early Career Days: Starting Out and Making Decisions

19:19 The Personal Journey: Balancing Family and Career

23:12 The Professional Journey: Leading a Merger and Overcoming Challenges

24:10 The Constant Struggle: Achieving and Failing Simultaneously

25:08 Balancing Health and Achievements

25:29 The Trade-Offs of Life

26:37 The Struggles of Prioritizing

27:17 Facing Financial Challenges

28:18 The Impact of Small Things

28:53 The Power of Perspective

30:54 Navigating Personal Challenges

34:08 The Importance of Coaching

In the episode, we interview Adrienne Brabant, a highly-experienced professional who lost her job and embarked on a journey to reinvent her career. Adrienne shares her experiences of unemployment, providing insight into the emotional aspects of losing a job and how she coped with it. The discussion revolves around her strategies for staying productive, finding new opportunities, redefining her career goals, and maintaining a positive mindset. Her journey, which included taking on multiple part-time roles, consulting, and learning to prioritize herself over her work is detailed. The hosts emphasize the importance of an updated resume, having a savings fund for emergencies, and being open to new opportunities.

Connect with Adrienne via email or on Instagram.

00:00 Introduction: The Unemployment Experience

01:15 Meet Adrienne: A Journey Through Career Transition

02:05 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Unemployment

03:29 Rebuilding Identity After Job Loss

04:05 The Struggles of Job Hunting in Tech

07:16 Surviving Unemployment: Financial Strategies and Mindset Shifts

17:49 The Power of Morning Routines and Self-Care

23:23 Job Applications and Career Pivots

27:32 Questioning Career Choices and Interview Skills

27:56 Gender Differences in Job Applications

28:30 The Struggles of Job Hunting

30:35 The Power of Networking and Creating Opportunities

31:14 Exploring Entrepreneurship and Consulting

31:26 The Fear of Leaving a Steady Paycheck

32:01 Diving into Local Business and Community

32:44 The Unexpected Connections in Business

34:13 Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spirit

41:29 The Journey from Employed to Unemployed

41:39 The Importance of Being Prepared and Flexible

43:30 The Power of Saying Yes and Embracing Opportunities

44:39 The Benefits of Joining a Women's Mastermind Group

45:19 The Final Thoughts on Unemployment and Entrepreneurship

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, acknowledging that the journey includes balancing business growth while managing personal struggles. They emphasize that moments of difficulty are temporary, and that achieving success is possible even amidst challenging circumstances. They share their own experiences, revealing both the downs and the ups in their personal lives and businesses. They also discuss the value of partnerships, the benefits of entrepreneurial freedom, and the importance of a client-centered approach to business. Lastly, they highlight the lessons from the book 'Unreasonable Hospitality', emphasizing on not just maintaining a good relationship with clients, but also prioritizing employees' welfare.


00:00 Introduction: The Impermanence of Life's Challenges
01:31 The Reality of Entrepreneurship: Balancing Personal and Professional Life
02:43 The Struggles of Parenthood and Entrepreneurship
06:54 The Impact of Loss: Dealing with the Unexpected
15:53 The Power of Partnership in Entrepreneurship
20:23 The Importance of Task Management and Prioritization
24:42 The Reality of Juggling Life and Work
26:56 The Complexities of Real Estate Transactions
28:58 The Challenges of Growth and Change
31:35 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Business
34:09 The Power of Relationships and Authenticity in Business
38:32 The Struggles and Triumphs of Balancing Personal and Professional Life
44:50 The Importance of Perspective and Learning in Business
51:56 The Art of Exceptional Client Experience
54:30 The Journey of Personal and Business Growth

Trigger warning: infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy

In this interview, Jen Miller, a realtor based in Denver, shares her story of becoming a single mother by choice. She provides an honest insight into dealing with the intricacies of IVF treatments, fertility challenges, failed pregnancies and the hardships that come with the decision to have a baby. Jen explored the process of choosing a sperm donor and the struggle of deciding whether to use her eggs or a donor's eggs. At several points on her journey, she experienced failed pregnancies and had to make difficult decisions to keep trying or to stop. Throughout it all, she maintained her career and kept on thriving in her professional life. At the end of her journey, she managed to get a healthy pregnancy, leading to the birth of her son Brooks, who is now four years old.

Connect with Jen on Instagram @JQMiller15

00:00 Introduction: The Decision to Become a Single Mom

01:06 Podcast Begins: Welcoming the Guest

01:29 Introducing Jen Miller: A Single Mom by Choice

02:32 The Stigma of Geriatric Pregnancy

04:55 The Journey Begins: Choosing a Sperm Donor

07:46 The Reality of IVF and Egg Freezing

15:47 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Failed Attempts

20:40 The Importance of a Support System

23:30 The Challenges of Balancing Work and Fertility Treatments

25:01 Introduction and Misunderstandings

25:40 The Journey of Egg Retrieval

26:38 The Struggles of Waiting and Uncertainty

28:06 The Emotional Rollercoaster of IVF

32:20 The Decision to Use a Donor

34:04 The Challenges of Finding a Donor

37:19 The Joy and Fear of Pregnancy

41:10 The Reality of Being a Single Mom

48:46 The Balance of Motherhood and Career

49:38 Conclusion and Contact Information

In this episode, the hosts bring friend and regular podcast guest, Susan Adamson, back into conversation. They discuss the process and dynamics of friendships, how they change over time, and how they help in personal and professional growth. They touch upon the subject of conflict in relationships and how it is necessary to address it, rather than avoid it, in order to maintain and strengthen those relationships. The hosts, along with Susie Adamson, share personal stories and experiences about maintaining friendships amidst a busy life schedule, dealing with conflict in relationships, and how relationships have evolved over the years. They stress on being open and giving people the benefit of the doubt, acknowledging differences and taking control of one's life rather than feeling like a victim.

RE Coaching: rebusinessessentials.com
Real Estate Agent Greater Philly area Compass
Instagram: @SusieNJPA
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In this episode, Leslie Bailey, co-founder and CEO of Indie Maven and Maven Space, shares her entrepreneurial journey and her work in creating spaces for women to connect, collaborate, and grow. 

She discusses the importance of having a supportive partner in both personal and professional life. 

Leslie highlights the significance of creating systems and sourcing information from others to strengthen the infrastructure of your business. 

She talks about her innovative approach in setting up a successful co-working space with amenities including a cafe, fitness center, mother's room, lending library, and more. The importance of adaptability and flexibility in business is also a core theme discussed in the episode. 

Colleen and Cheryl praise Leslie for her strategic approach in problem-solving and commend her for the initiative to include fitness and other lifestyle amenities in a co-working space. Leslie mentions her plans of writing a book and her curiosity about what the future holds for her and Maven Space. She emphasizes the importance of networking and mentions how it can be a game-changer for the professional journey of individuals. Leslie encourages listeners to explore networking opportunities, whether in Indianapolis or by finding similar spaces locally.

ABOUT INDY MAVEN AND MAVEN SPACE

About Indy Maven:

Indy Maven is a lifestyle media company dedicated to uplifting women’s voices. Offerings include an engaging website with free editorial content and a free, award-winning weekly newsletter. 

Indy Maven Website: indymaven.com 

About Maven Space: 

Maven Space is a coworking space, social club, and event venue designed with women in mind. Located in downtown Indianapolis, the 15,000-square-foot location includes a cafe, gym, lending library, and event space, as well as the support and tools women need to achieve their goals.

Maven Space Website: mavenspace.co 

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: 

@Lesalina 

@indymaven 

@mymavenspace

*Trigger Warning* Abusive Relationship & Narcissism 

In this empowering episode, we chat with Rebecca Lynn, a certified trauma-informed life coach, and a leadership expert. 

Rebecca discusses her personal journey through significant emotional and psychological hurdles, her exploration of life's ups and downs, and how these experiences shaped her path to become a coach. 

The conversation offers insights into her principled use of the Enneagram in her coaching practice and how she utilizes this ancient tool to help others unleash their potential. 

We delve into the power of individual stories, the importance of emotional awareness, and the significance of nervous system regulation. 

This episode truly embodies the transformative power of resilience, self-awareness, and the pursuit of personal growth.

Find more information and connect with Rebecca Lynn at REBLcoaching.com and on instagram @reblcoaching

The Big Little Question: A Conversation with Despi Mayes on Satisfaction, Success and Self-Worth

Despi Mayes, a content creator, technologist, and now author, joins the host to discuss her new book 'The Big Little Question', which delves into self-worth and how it impacts professional success and fulfillment. Despi shares her journey of exploring self-worth after facing life-changing circumstances, and presents the concept of 'energy management,' replacing traditional time management. She also shares her unique view on positive affirmations, urging actions instead, as they reinforce conviction through practical evidence. Additionally, Despi provides a glimpse into her upcoming online course 'The You Era', created to assist professional women to embrace their most authentic selves.

Find more about  Despi at www.despimayes.com.

And on Instagram: @despimayes

Get the book at www.thebiglittlequestion.com

More info on the course: www.entertheyouera.com 

We also discuss "Yoga with Adriene", here is her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene

Conquering Overwhelm with Mindful Miri

In this episode, the hosts, Cheryl and Colleen, have a heart-to-heart chat with Miriam Burlakovsky, creator of Mindful Miri..

We discuss our personal parenting experiences, handling anxiety, cultivating mindfulness, and much more. Miriam shares about self-love, body acceptance and her own application which is a part of her “BFF”, Body Freedom Formula.

To find more information on Miriam’s systems for successfully overcoming overwhelm and using her BFF system for weight release and body acceptance visit her website www.mindfulmiri.com. Follow along on instagram @mindful_miri. And download her app “Mindful Miri” on Google or Apple. And be sure to listen to her podcast!

In today's episode, Cheryl & Colleen breakdown how to get that dream, that vision, that huge goal that's been keeping you up at night, broken down to goals, tasks, and actionable items so you can ACHIEVE the life you've been dreaming of!

This episode is the preview of our upcoming Vision to Reality Series, where we will hand hold you from designing your future, to setting up your daily task lists, to celebrating your successes!!! If you haven't been able to tell by the excessive exclamation points, WE ARE SO EXCITED to be bringing you this!

Follow along at @DoingThisRightPod on Instagram and TikTok.
And register for the complimentary webinar series here.