This episode is a very special, very personal episode of the Women Inspired podcast. In this episode, I share with you my firsthand experience with postpartum depression and PTSD. I wanted to share this story for a few reasons: I want to give more attention to a condition that impacts so very many women after they give birth. In a time that should be one of the happiest of our lives, so many of us struggle with postpartum mental health issues, and it needs to be something we get out in the open....
Mar 26, 2018•28 min
If you're being totally honest with yourself, how fulfilling and aligned is your life right now? Are there areas that feel free-flowing and open, and other areas that feel more difficult? This week, you're going to meet Kate Snowise . Kate is a former corporate psychologist turned Life Coach. She is also the host of the "Here to Thrive" podcast. She believes that we all feel most alive when we're internally aligned and fulfilled. In her coaching programs she helps people uncover their unique nee...
Mar 21, 2018•57 min
Have you ever found that the environment you're in can impact your energy level, mood, and motivation? In one setting, you might feel sluggish and struggle to get moving, but in another setting, you might feel energized and happy. This week, you will meet Patricia Lohan . She works with women to accelerate success in their lives by making their homes magnetic to their dreams, love, money and success. Patricia helps women accelerate success through creating powerful environments. She shows you wh...
Mar 14, 2018•52 min
Have you ever faced a health challenge? I bet the answer to that question is 'yes.' Maybe it was a diagnosis. Maybe you are struggling with your weight. Maybe you I'm sure you are facing the health implications of aging. Regardless, I'm sure you can recall the struggles, both physical and mental, that come along with health challenges. If this speaks to you, this episode can change your life. Your mindset is one of the most powerful tools you have at your disposal, and this week, we'll speak wit...
Mar 07, 2018•57 min
What is the 1 experience you absolutely would love to have during your lifetime? That's where I need your head at as you listen to this week's episode. This week, you are going to meet Tegan Henke . Tegan always wanted to travel internationally, but she never took steps to make it happen. After experiencing a divorce, she began a period of self-growth and self-reflection. Her desire to travel came roaring back, and she began to intentionally create a life that would eventually allow her to trave...
Feb 28, 2018•53 min
Do you ever feel like your to-do list is unending? Do you get to the end of each day feeling like you didn't accomplish as much as you wanted to accomplish? Do you find yourself juggling way too many things at the same time? We're getting to the heart of these questions in this week's episode. This week's guest is Erin Falconer , the co-founder of Pick The Brain, one of the most trusted self-improvement websites on the web, co-founder of LeafTV, and the author of How to Get Shit Done: Why Women ...
Feb 21, 2018•50 min
When you think about the idea of negotiation, how does it make you feel? If you're like so many of us, you likely feel: Nervous Guilty Sick to your stomach Afraid If any of this describes you, this week's podcast episode is for YOU! This week, you will meet Wies Bratby , the founder of WomenInNegotiation.org, an organization focused on teaching women to calculate their own value, own it, ask for it, and GET IT! Wies combines her years of experience in a wide variety of negotiation scenarios in h...
Feb 14, 2018•56 min
This episode is for you if you've ever asked yourself questions like: Am I good enough? Who am I to try to tackle this big goal? Do I really think I can pull this off? In this week's episode, you'll meet the amazing Julie Burton , the founder of ModernWell : a woman-centered collaborative space connecting work, life, creativity, and wellness that opened January 2nd, 2018, in Minneapolis. She is a freelance writer, blogger, teacher co-founder of the Twin Cities Writing Studio, a yoga instructor, ...
Feb 07, 2018•51 min
How many times per day do you use the word 'fine?' "How are you?" "I'm fine. " "How's work?" "Oh, it's fine ." "How was your weekend?" "It was fine ." Talk about settling for mediocrity! What happened to GREAT?! This week, you're going to meet Stephanie Seferian, the woman behind the blog Mama Minimalist . In her 20's she acquired two graduate degrees and taught English Literature to high school students. However, she had her first daughter in 2014 and experienced an internal crisis! She just wa...
Jan 31, 2018•27 min
How much time and energy do you spend making sure you present yourself in a way that other people will approve of? Do you truly feel like you are showing up as your authentic self? Or, if you're like so many of us, maybe you make small (or even BIG!) adjustments so you fit in someone else's mold. That is the topic of today's podcast! Heather Ann Havenwood , CEO of Havenwood Worldwide, LLC and Chief Sexy Boss, is a serial entrepreneur and is regarded as a top authority on internet marketing, busi...
Jan 24, 2018•43 min
What is YOUR inner rumble? You know, that idea or goal that just won't leave you alone. That thing that you want to do or try that you just can't get out of your head. We'll dive into that very topic this week with Lisa Brouwer of Full Throttle Living. After 22 years of sales and leadership experience in corporate America, Lisa traded her high heels for Harley boots and her briefcase for saddlebags. She now travels a high-octane highway; empowering individuals and organizations to kick their pot...
Jan 17, 2018•48 min
Are you ready to start living your life without so much fear holding you back? In this episode, I invite you to take the first step. So many of us move through our day, allowing life to happen to us . We mindlessly make decisions about who to spend our time with and what to spend it doing. Meanwhile, the things we truly want to do sit idly by. It's time to start living with more intention so that you live each day to the fullest. It's time to start to live like your life depends on it...because ...
Jan 10, 2018•21 min
Happy 2018! You all know that I am incredibly passionate about helping people take intentional ACTION to create a life that is aligned to their heart, values, and goals. Today, I want to help you understand where that passion comes from. In today's episode, I'll pull back the curtain and tell you about 2 intimate life events that forever changed the way I live my life. After this episode, you will truly understand why I call myself a "life experience junkie." I am so grateful to all of you for c...
Jan 03, 2018•22 min
We've all been there. You see so many people around you who are in need, but you don't know how to help. The challenge feels so large that you think, what impact could my small actions possibly have? We've all been there. You're faced with a challenge that feels so risky . Your heart is telling you to give it a try, but your rational mind is telling you to hold back. Failure is a real possibility. This week, you're going to hear about these 2 topics from a woman who has devoted her career to giv...
Dec 07, 2017•43 min
Tanya Van Court is the founder and CEO of Goal Setter, an online platform that is revolutionizing the way we give gifts to kids. Using this platform, kids can set goals such as saving for a bike, attending a summer camp, or saving for college. When it comes time to give gifts, friends and family can contribute to those goals, instead of purchasing more consumer goods that the child may already have or may not want or use. Tanya is an absolute inspiration and is paving the way for others. She is ...
Nov 30, 2017•46 min
Lori Imsdahl is a writer, travel-junkie, and graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point. She served for five years as an Army officer, and while on active duty, she deployed to Afghanistan for fifteen months. When Lori returned to her hometown of Minneapolis, she learned that the act of "travel" is a mindset (a mindset steeped in curiosity and a willingness to get outside one's comfort zone), rather than a movement to a geographical destination. She believes you do not need to ...
Nov 22, 2017•48 min•Ep. 36
Jessica Melnik is an 11th grader in the Minnetonka, MN area, and she is the founder of Girls United MN. The mission of Girls United MN is to come together to empower the next generation of leaders. As a self-proclaimed feminist, she started her organization after an inspiring teacher introduced her and a few other students to more modern sexism issues. Jessica believes that if everyone acted on their passions, our world would be a lot better. I couldn't agree more. She loves going for walks, han...
Nov 09, 2017•33 min
Leslie Forde enjoys a full-time career in marketing. She also advocates self-care for Moms from her website, Mom's Hierarchy of Needs . Leslie's blog began when she had a conversation about how a Mom's hierarchy of needs is very different than the typical hierarchy of needs. Mom's spend so much time focusing on the needs of others, and we sacrifice ourselves in the process. We talk about this and so much more in her interview. If you are a busy Mom who is looking for a path toward sanity, self-c...
Nov 02, 2017•44 min
This week, you'll get to meet Erin Cooper, the founder of Kid Kindness, an organization focused on getting our youngest ones interested in philanthropy! We talk about the ups and downs of having a side passion project and the importance of NOT FOCUSING ON PERFECTION! I'm so excited for you to meet Erin Cooper! Want to know how to get artisan wine shipped directly to your house FOR FREE? Visit www.halffulllifestyle.com/cheers Cheers! If you want to stay up-to-date on future episodes or you want a...
Oct 17, 2017•34 min
Emily Brummund’s breadth of experiences have prepared her for her true calling in coaching. Emily spent over 15 years in the corporate, governmental, and non-profit sectors. After leaving public service, Emily began to pursue her dream of coaching in order to see people discover their unique design and gifting. Emily has also traveled overseas to coach as well as work with various international ministries. Want to know how to get artisan wine shipped directly to your house FOR FREE? Visit www.ha...
Oct 11, 2017•49 min
Amy is an award winning author, speaker, and life coach located in Saint Paul, MN. She is an avid writer & TBI survivor; and has recently published her first book: " Life With a Traumatic Brain Injury: Finding the Road Back to Normal ". She has created a Podcast Series for survivors, by survivors: www.facesoftbi.com/podcast-series She has an obsession with Starbucks coffee, Miss Me jeans, and all things glittery and sparkly. She enjoys traveling the country with her eight pound Yorkie named ...
Sep 28, 2017•44 min
Following her 30+years in corporate life, Margaret decided to use her experiences to help people have a more direct path to their career goals, use their talents and strengths to the fullest and be their very best. She was trained at Coaches Training Institute, became a Licensed Practitioner for Insights Discovery and an adjunct professor at Saint Catherine University in St Paul, MN in order to achieve these goals. Margaret also compiled her thoughts on effective leadership into her book, " The ...
Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Jessie Schiavone is a Director of Client Success at Exelon Utilities and a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. She discovered a love for aviation during her service, and devoted her time in the Navy to a career in aviation. Want to know how to get artisan wine shipped directly to your house FOR FREE? Click on this link to learn more. Cheers! If you want to stay up-to-date on future episodes or you want access to our Spotify Power Playlist, sign up at www.aprilseifert.com I would really ...
Aug 31, 2017•58 min
Madison is a 23-year old living and working in Minneapolis. She works as a Mergers & Acquisitions consultant full-time, but her "side-hustle" is Minneapolis food. More specifically, Madison manages a 15,000+ follower Instagram account that connects users with great food and drinks in the Twin Cities. From what started as a mere passion a couple years ago has now inspired Madison to think of ways to turn it into a revenue generating side business. If you want to stay up-to-date on future epis...
Aug 09, 2017•37 min
Jasmine Brett Stringer is principal of JB Stringer LLC. and founder of the internationally recognized lifestyle brand Carpe Diem with Jasmine. As a nationally recognized and sought-after lifestyle expert, Jasmine has been featured on a variety of media outlets. She is the lifestyle contributor for CBS owned and operated television station, WCCO-TV, however, her southern belle charm is not limited to the screen; Jasmine empowers others to seize their life as a regular contributor for the Huffingt...
Jul 27, 2017•37 min•Ep. 27
This week, you are going to meet Shayla, a self-proclaimed nomad. You know that old question “What would you do if you had a million dollars?” Well not one thing would change for her, and that’s exactly the way she wants it. She has very consciously created her life to be exactly as it is. Shayla travels full-time, working and living wherever she goes, making videos along the way to tell stories about what she experiences. She doesn’t have a bucket list that she’s racing though life to complete,...
Jul 06, 2017•43 min
Through her years of educational and professional experience, Dr. Beth Westie has revolutionized the future of women's health. By using nutrition that matches the female hormonal cycle, Dr. Westie has helped hundreds of women better understand their bodies, as well as reach health & weight loss related goals. Dr. Westie offers health and wellness programs that are customized to meet each women's needs, simply by listening to the individuals body, and recognizing that each woman's body is dif...
Jun 22, 2017•42 min
Lindsay Ronnau was born and raised in Kansas. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2003 with a degree in Organizational Leadership. She love all things Kansas! Kansas basketball, Royals baseball, bbq! She LOVES to travel! She LOVES powerlifting! She LOVES to push her body to that red line to see just what she's capable of. She loves to feel strong, and she loves looking strong, which is why she fell so in love with all the people at her gym, The Movement Minneapolis . She was a bit o...
Jun 08, 2017•1 hr
Brigadier General Sandra L. Best began her career in 1984 when she enlisted in the Minnesota Air National Guard as a Personnel Specialist and progressed through the enlisted ranks to Technical Sergeant. She is now the first woman in the history of the Minnesota National Guard to be promoted to Brigadier General . General Best is the Chief of Staff for the Minnesota Air National Guard. She is responsible for command supervision, oversight and leadership of the 133rd Airlift Wing and 148th Fighter...
May 25, 2017•39 min
Jessica DeGroot is the President and Founder of ThirdPath Institute . She is passionately committed to helping men and women - as parents and leaders - follow an integrated approach to work and life. For over 16 years, Jessica and the ThirdPath community have provided coaching, training and workbooks to individuals and families looking for new and better ways to support success at work and success in life! They also work with leaders who want to follow this approach - helping them discover new a...
May 10, 2017•47 min
