Join Erika as she sits down with author of 7 books, sought-after speaker, educator and storyteller - Kyle S. King! Erika and Kyle get into the goods around writing your own story, creating a ripple impact and what it takes to keep going in the face of tremendous personal challenge. A professional speaker dedicated to empowering 100,000 professionals through authentic storytelling, Kyle shares his own life's journey and how empowering it is to unpack your own story, pen that story and focus ...
Aug 13, 2024•25 min
Listen in as dynamo Paola Versano shares her story of growth, personal development, and stepping into her own next level! Have you ever felt that everything around you looks perfect from the outside but on the inside, something was just missing? Ever feel like on the checklist of accomplishments, you’ve got it covered - but there’s still an emptiness and a void that you know can be filled with the right focus? This episode is for you – Paola’s story of evolving into her next chapter (and moving ...
Aug 06, 2024•32 min
Kathy Miller - author of Steel Toes and Stilettos, A True Story of Women Manufacturing Leaders and Lean Transformation Success - joins us for an informative conversation this week! Kathy launched her career in Operations as a 17 year old co-op student at a vehicle assembly plant, and progressed through engineering, marketing, lean and operations leadership roles, working for four large publicly traded corporations in executive roles. Her experience in saying yes, saying no, and being heard shine...
Jul 30, 2024•24 min
Slowing down to speed up is a thing! Listen in as Kelly and Erika bring the goods on setting your own pace, why that matters and their own journeys on getting to their personal best. As an Executive, Business & Life Coach, Speaker, Strategist & Writer Kelly works with high-level clients to break through what is holding them back in order to elevate & expand to their next level in personal power, wealth & self leadership. We learn from Kelly that if your win today - the gain - was...
Jul 23, 2024•26 min
Join me for this 1:1 as we unpack secret (and now, not-so-secret) tips on one of the biggest fears out there... you guessed it, public speaking! There are so many opportunities to command a room - a toast, a business presentation, a stage talk - the list goes on! Most of us are presented with a mic and a time limit, but there is so much more to delivering your personal best. Whether you're working through some early stage fright or looking for a refresher on the public speaking basics, this...
Jul 16, 2024•9 min
Have you ever asked yourself near the end of a month, a season or maybe a year – did I achieve more than ever? Did I meet my goals, am I coming out winning on the other side? In today’s episode, Erika sits down with Alexis Ocampo, a renowned athlete with a string of accolades behind her: Senior Athlete and Assistant Coach for the AAU USA National Karate Team, 5-time World Karate Champion and 20-time USA National Karate Champion, just to name a few. They have a candid conversation around the ment...
Jul 09, 2024•34 min
Join Erika and guest Lisa Hocker for some real talk on starting a business, staying in the game and getting to the other side of fear (spoiler alert - it's so worth it)! Harnessing the grit to follow your dreams is no stranger to Lisa, who took a brilliant idea from concept to market successfully. Impacting sales, direct sales and network marketing professionals everywhere is Lisa's latest venture, one that you want to learn about! Listen in as episode 9 inspires you to push yourself -...
Jul 02, 2024•28 min
Do not miss this week’s episode as we sit down with dynamo Meridith Alexander! Her life experiences and encouraging storytelling make for a heartfelt episode that will leave you feeling ready to take on whatever your personal “ALL” looks like! A few minutes with Meridith will quickly show you why she is known for her highest belief in self! As she shares - It's the YOU who says YES to your "impossible dreams," the YOU who commits to an epic destiny rather than letting excuses hold...
Jun 24, 2024•26 min
Join us this week as we sit down with dynamo Alicia - a devoted wife, mother, corporate executive and coach. Drawing from decades of experience in corporate America, our guest today brings us a wealth of wisdom! Listen in as we explore what it takes to break out of the daily grind and truly pursue what matters to - YOU. Learn from Alicia’s brilliant career and then pivot - both shaping her as a true “developer” of people’s personal and professional potential. With a panache for helping others se...
Jun 18, 2024•24 min
Our guest today, Elisa Cruickshank, brings over a decade of experience in Banking, Finance, and in Learning and Development to the list of her many credentials. The #momlife is real in this episode as Erika and Elisa embrace "done is better than perfect" and share how they both just keep it going on all fronts! Elisa brings the perfect mix of ambition - exactly what has fueled her success - to the conversation, and her love of being a mom! She shows up with passion and no doubt has wha...
Jun 11, 2024•26 min
Kathryn Gordon joins Erika on Grit, Grace & Glitz this week and brings the goods on self-care, giving yourself grace whatever personal season you’re in and embracing the roller coaster of marriage! Erika and Kathryn share their personal stories of managing it all - with humor and authenticity to boot. Kathryn is a wife, mother, businesswoman, movie producer, bestselling author of Relationship GRIT and host of the Kathryn for REAL! podcast. You don’t want to miss her insight on doing real - t...
Jun 04, 2024•39 min
With a rich background in psychology, nursing, and mindfulness meditation, our guest today bring a diverse array of knowledge and practical wisdom to our episode! Danielle Taylor balances the roles of both a mother and career woman, understanding the challenges and triumphs that come with this dual journey. Her unique approach to slowing down, exploring the inner meditator in you and truly taking the time to look inward is refreshing and much-needed. Danielle teaches us to take a deep breath, be...
May 31, 2024•22 min
Join Erika as she sits down with the dynamic Stacey Wallenstein! Known as The Mint Chip Mama (tune in to learn why!), Stacey is a savvy family traveler, content creator, proud mom and wife, and so much more. Listen in as she shares how to handle delicate conversations as a small business owner, how to navigate the globe with a family in tow and make it all work, and how to find your balance once your kids start school. Stacey’s direct advice – along with great stories about her journey along the...
May 24, 2024•32 min
From aspirations to lighting up the Saturday Night Live stage to her impactful career as a leadership coach and speaker, Ana shares her incredible story of transformation. Listen in as we explore how her sense of humor has become an invaluable tool in her professional development toolkit, keeping training sessions not only educational - but also entertaining. In this conversation with Ana, we also turn our attention to the power of coaching and actionable steps to empower business owners and fra...
May 17, 2024•24 min
Many of us live in a fast paced world. We juggle so many roles and strive to be great at everything we do. While there is nothing wrong with trying to bring our best to everything we do, sometimes we need to stop and remember that "we can do anything, we can't do everything". That is the motto Shoshana McNiel lives and strives by. As the owner and instructor at SoulBeat Studio and 6 ABC's fitness tip expert, Shoshana is upbeat and always showing up in her very best. In today&...
May 10, 2024•38 min
Join us as Erika brings the goods in this solo episode! Talking about personal excellence isn’t natural for most of us but – we all hold excellence within us. Have you ever held yourself back from that big audacious goal? Have you wondered how and why others take an idea and just make magic with it? A big part of the answer is belief in self, and believe in personal excellence. Tune in and listen to Erika’s personal experience, what she does in these moments and learn how to excel using your own...
May 03, 2024•8 min
On our 100th episode we explore the transformative impact of both stillness and community with entrepreneur, investor, top podcast host, and the founder of Powerhouse Women - Lindsey Schwartz! Join our conversation and tap into the power of embracing quiet moments, the courage to decline commitments that just don't align, and the art of accountability. These insights will inspire you to honor your season of personal growth - wherever you are in your journey - and start a deeper relationship...
Apr 22, 2024•27 min
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with Dr. Seema Desai, as we delve into her transformation from perfectionist to empowering leaders! Listen in as Dr. Desai shares her insights on the importance of stepping beyond comfort zones to unlock personal growth - and how often, easy choices lead us to stagnation. As a mother who has navigated the challenging waters of postpartum depression, Dr. Desai's dedication to fostering heart-centered leadership offers a fresh perspective ...
Apr 21, 2024•30 min
Erika and Robin sit down for a candid conversation around relinquishing control, doing that gut check with ourselves when we aren't feeling in integrity, and everything in between! Robin's remarkable story of pain killer addiction to now 6+ years of recovery, while helping other women and youth with addiction prevention, will have you looking at "addiction" from a whole new lens. In this powerful episode, learn how these negative patterns can begin to what positive actions wi...
Apr 19, 2024•40 min
Join Erika as she spends time with 7-Figure Earner & Mentor, Jessica Reigner, on her inaugural episode! Together they talk about what it takes to recognize opportunity when it comes calling - while believing in yourself to make shifts for yourself, your family and your future. Jessica and Erika will take you through what it means to invest in others, how attraction statements work, what kind of grit it takes to be able to leave a successful career to build a life by design, and more. We know...
Apr 12, 2024•40 min
Embark on a transformative journey with career coach extraordinaire, Zach White - an engineer who once teetered on the brink of personal and professional collapse. The grace in giving without expecting a return may appear elusive, but it lies at the heart of today's conversation. Zach demonstrates how small acts of kindness—towards both others and ourselves—can bloom into unexpected fulfillment. Our discussion continues around the idea of focused action. Discover why mastering one task at a...
Apr 05, 2024•29 min
In this episode, we are joined by dynamo Tia Cristy and her trifecta of roles as radio personality, author, and CEO. Tia has earned the title of Personality and Tips Expert in Lifestyle, Health, and Beauty through radio, television, and print - and her energy comes through easily in this conversation with her. Listen in as we unpack the art of balancing the hustle with self-kindness and the important practice of celebrating all our victories - big and small. Tia shares her insight on slicing thr...
Mar 29, 2024•21 min
Struggling to find your shine amidst the daily grind? We got you! Take a page from Dr. Noor Ali's book as we intertwine wisdom on self-worth, healthy self-care rituals and confidence together. A Bangladeshi-American doctor and health insurance specialist, Dr. Ali opens up about her transformative journey from self-doubt to embracing her true potential. This episode isn't just about finding confidence; it's a celebration of personal growth no matter where you are in your personal j...
Mar 22, 2024•18 min
Join us for an in-depth and empowering conversation with Azadeh Atzberger. This beautiful soul has walked through so much life - and her journey is incredible. Azadeh opens up and shares traumas and challenges she has encountered – and all the while, how she kept her focus on solutions and a better life for herself. Sometimes, as we hear, "brokenness is your best asset”. Her message around solutions is all the fuel you need, and her thoughts on being open to how those solutions manifest are...
Mar 15, 2024•31 min
Join me this week as I sit down with productivity powerhouse Sarah Ohanesian - who brings a wealth of knowledge from her world to our episode. Feeling overwhelmed often can be a signal - a signal that changes are needed or a plan to avoid burnout is the next step. And - it's not just about the warning signs; it's also about finding that sweet spot between professional drive and personal well-being before it can feel like a roller coaster ride. Sharing transformative insights on how to ...
Mar 08, 2024•26 min
As the whirlwind of life often sets in, it's the art of balance that keeps us grounded – and who better to shine a light on this than Barb Betts? Barb is a real estate maven who has mastered the tightrope walk of career and family. Tune in as we unpack her top tips on managing a successful career while keeping family at the forefront, celebrating achievements, and the unwavering rule that if it's not on your calendar, it's simply not a priority. Barb's strategies for integrat...
Mar 01, 2024•31 min
Join a journey filled with tenacity and triumph as we delve into the transformative power of grit alongside guest Danielle Cobo. Danielle’s story brings us strategies that create unstoppable resilience! The challenges she faced with the early arrival of her twins - and her meteoric rise from a Fortune 500 Senior Sales Manager to a bestselling author and esteemed podcast host - bring hope to anyone navigating professional ambition mixed with personal challenges. Expect practical wisdom on managin...
Feb 23, 2024•24 min
Chelsea Husum, a role model of entrepreneurial spirit and resilience, joins us on Grit, Grace, and Glitz to share her journey of overcoming major trauma and then emerging victorious. Chelsea opens up about her troubling experience in South America, revealing the enduring impact of trauma and the risks of repressing very real events. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the bravery required to confront things that we had - and still have - no control ...
Feb 16, 2024•26 min
With degrees in both engineering and art, our guest today connects with both left and right brained learners as she shares her story of finding balance and transitioning from life as a structural engineer to entertainer, speaker and trainer. In this episode, we hear from Jen on her B.A.L.L. analogy - one that has become a guiding light, how she transitioned from a corporate role to getting in front of thousands to create change, and why "work life" balance can be redefined for us all -...
Feb 09, 2024•22 min
Welcome to Ellie Steinbrink's amazing world - one where she helps you love fashion, be yourself, and feel confident in your professional life. In this episode, we'll follow Ellie's journey from an unfulfilling advertising job to her true passion in styling, sparked by a revelation during a sleepless night and her discovery of transcendental meditation. So much to listen in on! Gain insight with Ellie's advice on balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood at career crossroads -...
Feb 02, 2024•31 min
