Monique Bryan is an incredible speaker, and entrepreneur, and a breast cancer survivor who overcame incredible odds to create, as she calls it, “a JUICY, delicious life!”. She is also one of the Powerhouse Women 2020 Virtual Experience speakers and we are SO excited for her to share even more goodness on the (virtual) stage! Get tickets for the Powerhouse Women 2020 VIRTUAL experience HERE Join our FREE Girl Gang connection calls! Register HERE || CONNECT WITH MONIQUE || www.instagram.com/moniqu...
Aug 05, 2020•49 min
Today I’m talking about one of my favorite ways to connect with all of you - podcasting! Have you ever thought of starting a podcast? Well if you have, I’m breaking down what it really takes to start a podcast, the costs involved, and my best advice for creating a successful show. In this episode we talk about: The power of sharing your message through podcasting Equipment and programs you can use to get started My best advice to make it worth your while Resources mentioned in this episode: Lind...
Aug 04, 2020•38 min
If you have a business or a passion project, learning how to SELL is crucial if you’re going to make the impact you know you’re meant to make. What if I told you that selling does NOT have to feel “salesy”? Our guest today is sales expert Natasha Hemmingway, and this is actually the recording from one of our most popular GirlGang connection calls where we talk all about how to sell with HEART (not hustle). Join our FREE Girl Gang connection calls, every Tuesday! Register HERE Purchase your Power...
Jul 30, 2020•51 min
I think we would all love to add an extra hour to our day if we could. I may not have a magic wand that can extend a 24 hour day to 25 hours, BUT I can share with you some of my favorite tools that have definitely helped me gain precious time and energy back. Today I’m breaking down the top 5 tools that make me more efficient in life and business, and also HOW I use them to increase productivity. In this episode we talk about: The top 5 tools that make me more efficient in life and business, How...
Jul 28, 2020•30 min
I’m sure, like me, you’re looking forward to the day when live events and real hugs will resume, but right now a lot of events are going VIRTUAL...including the Powerhouse Women event! We’re doing something we’ve never done before and bringing the event to YOU in a virtual experience unlike any other. You can check out all of the details and grab your ticket at www.powerhousewomenevent.com ! Today’s episode is all about virtual events. I’m chatting with my friend Jess Ekstrom - founder of Headba...
Jul 23, 2020•39 min
Is owning your own business as glamorous as it looks on social media? Well, yes and no. There is so much I love about being an entrepreneur, but there are also a few things that I wish more people had told me about what it’s REALLY like to run a business before I started. I will always share the honest truth with you, so if you’re a new entrepreneur or you’re considering starting a business or a passion project this episode is for YOU! In this episode we talk about: Figuring out your biz one goo...
Jul 21, 2020•26 min
Have you ever considered public speaking as an additional revenue stream for your business, or as a way to promote your business and find new clients? Today I’m talking to Ashley Kirkwood - a speaker, trademark lawyer, and on-air legal expert for a Chicago daytime show and a new mom. Through her law firm, Mobile General Counsel helps entrepreneurs to trademark their brands and protect their business assets. She also helps entrepreneurs and experts turn speaking into an income stream through her ...
Jul 16, 2020•44 min
This year has been full of change. Today I’m sharing something that has helped me reframe my focus to see the possibilities and reimagine what I thought this year would look like. I also have a HUGE announcement to share, so let’s get into today’s episode! In this episode we talk about: Why 2020 is most definitely NOT cancelled The three ways your can reimagine 2020 Refarming your focus & updating expectations to match the current reality Join our FREE Girl Gang connection calls, every Tuesd...
Jul 14, 2020•28 min
Today we’re talking about money miracles - do I have your attention now? Thought so! Gina’s DeVee is an author, speaker, and success coach who’s journey from struggling psychotherapist (who lived at home with her parents) to globetrotting entrepreneur has led her to founding her multi-million dollar women’s empowerment company, Divine Living. Gina shares her secrets for creating money miracles in your own life, and some of the important life lessons from her new book The Audacity to be Queen. In...
Jul 09, 2020•42 min
Ever find yourself in a content drought? I’ve been there too. Creating content for social media and other platforms doesn’t come super easily to me, BUT I know that it’s important and I DO want to show up consistently for all of you. I know I’m not the only one who feels this way, so for today’s episode, I’m sharing a recent training I did for one of our weekly Zoom connection calls - you hear me talk about these calls ALL the time because they are seriously so much fun, and you should definitel...
Jul 07, 2020•43 min
Today’s episode has the word “champagne” in the title, so you know it’s gonna be a good time. My guest is Cara Alwill--a New York City based creative entrepreneur who encourages women to live their most effervescent lives, celebrate themselves every day, and make their happiness a priority. She is the author of 9 best selling books (including the worldwide sensation Girl Code), mentor to women entrepreneurs, and the creator of The Champagne Diet blog. This was seriously one of my favorite interv...
Jul 02, 2020•39 min
For this week’s episode I’m sharing one of our recent connection call recordings where I answered questions straight from YOU, our girlgang. The questions everyone submitted were so great! We cover everything from my journey to entrepreneurship and the start of Powerhouse Women, to having a supportive partner. You will also get to meet the newest member of team Powerhouse, my right-hand-gal Hannah, who has made such a huge impact on this community since she joined the team at the start of the ye...
Jun 30, 2020•37 min
One of the biggest reasons this podcast platform exists is to share the stories of women who are making their unique mark on the world, and my guest today shares a similar passion for sharing stories and amplifying voices that often go unheard. Stacey Lindsay is a multimedia journalist, writer, media consultant, and speaker. She’s had an incredible career (which we talk about!), including her position as the longtime articles editor at goop, and now the editorial director of The Conscious Invest...
Jun 25, 2020•39 min
This BONUS episode from our Girl Gang connection calls is all about money, honey! We are hosting these FREE Zoom calls every week, and you’re definitely invited! The link to register is in the show notes. Kara Ayala, is a mentor and advocate for women, a real estate investor with her husband of 20 years, and a mom to three amazing teenagers. Her true passion is to help others see that creating multiple streams of income provides more freedom to invest in what matters, the people in your life. In...
Jun 24, 2020•40 min
Reviewing my goals throughout the year is a practice that has always been important--especially in a year like this one when there has been so much change and uncertainty. Today I’m taking you through the mid-year review that I’m personally doing for my life, my business, and my HEART. The goals that I set at the beginning of this year are not the same goals I’m working toward now (maybe you can relate) and that’s ok. I hope you’ll carve out some time to do this exercise with me! In this episode...
Jun 23, 2020•29 min
Today we are talking about how you can add extra income through freelancing! If you have ever wanted to dip your toe into entrepreneurship, OR if you’ve had to pivot your business recently and are looking for other ways to create revenue, freelancing may be the answer. My guest is Lisa Cumes, freelance copywriter and StoryBrand Guide who has made multiple six figures over the past two years through freelancing. She has a passion for helping freelancers stop hustling and start building a thriving...
Jun 18, 2020•42 min
The past few weeks have been incredibly heavy for the world, especially for the black community. Like me, you've probably been listening, learning, and taking a deep look at how you and your business can play a part in creating change. The Powerhouse Women community will always be a place where we can have real and honest conversations, even when they may be tough conversations. So instead of a solo podcast this week I wanted you to hear from four dynamic women in our community--Des Dickerson, A...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min
There are so many different social media platforms that it’s easy to get overwhelmed trying to manage them all. If you are growing a business, one platform that you’ve probably considered is LinkedIn. Did you know that you can target the exact people that you want to get in front of so much easier on LinkedIn than on Facebook or Instagram? That is just ONE of the nuggets that I learned from my guest today, Katie Thomas. Katie is a CPA by trade and the founder of Leaders Online, where she helps p...
Jun 04, 2020•48 min
I think that one of the best investments we can make if we're in business or just really looking to leave a big impact on the world is to really invest in growing our money mindset. This is a topic that I have had so much growth in for myself over the last few years. So today I'm going to break down the three things that have helped me significantly increase my financial thermostat over the last few years that I think if you do them as well are going to help you create a much healthier relations...
Jun 02, 2020•22 min
The interview that we’re bringing you today is packed with so much value. My guest is Jess Glazer, former celebrity personal trainer and elementary school teacher, who turned her online “side hustle” into a million dollar business in less than two years. We talk about pivoting, scaling, and finding a “new normal” within your business when the world as we know it changes, as it has this year. In this episode we talk about: Focusing on what you CAN control “Opportunity hangovers” and protecting yo...
May 28, 2020•41 min
Today’s topic is one that I’m super passionate about! I truly believe this is one of the highest paid skills you can develop, no matter what you do for a living. I’m talking about CONNECTING! How can you actually learn to become a master networker (yes, even my fellow introverts), and why is it absolutely worth your time to hone this skill! In this episode we talk about: Learning to become a master networker Why is it absolutely worth your time to hone in on this skill Great questions to have in...
May 26, 2020•18 min
So many people have stepped up to serve in big ways this year in light of the global pandemic, and today’s guest is definitely one of those people. Cat Golden’s passion for helping nurses find the confidence they need to create their own schedules, take a chance on their dreams and maintain self-care sparked her movement, Nurses Inspire Nurses. We talk about how she turned an idea into an accidental seven figure business in under two years, and her advice for how to bring your big ideas to life ...
May 21, 2020•35 min
We are bringing you another BONUS episode this week, from one of our Girl Gang connection calls! This is the FREE call series we are doing via Zoom every Tuesday and Thursday. Today’s topic is one I am really passionate about (and one that I’ve heard from a lot of women that they struggle with)--SALES. Whether its a fear of coming across as pushy, or just a lack of confidence around selling in general, this is an important topic to tackle because the world won’t know about what you offer unless ...
May 20, 2020•40 min
Our motto in the Powerhouse Women community is “you are not meant to do business (or life) alone” - and I believe that wholeheartedly. Community has been a critical part of growing our company, and there are three specific types of community that I think we all need around us if we’re going to make the impact we know we’re meant to make. Today I’m breaking down all three, and how you can find each type of community if after listening to this you realize you’re missing one! In this episode we tal...
May 19, 2020•18 min
Today I’m talking to my friend Rachel Luna--fellow podcast and live event host, author, and confidence expert We cover so much in this conversation, everything from the importance of keeping promises to ourselves and how that promotes confidence, to cultivating an identity that aligns with what you want most in life. I loved this conversation and I know you will too! In this episode we talk about: Why you should be getting started without the full plan How to promote self confidence through acti...
May 14, 2020•49 min
Have you been feeling like you’re not doing enough, or making enough progress right now? Well I’ve definitely caught myself in that trap a few times lately, so if you have felt that way too, you’re not alone. Today’s episode is a quick reminder--for you AND for me--that some forms of progress may be harder to see on the surface, but we’re actually planting necessary seeds for the more obvious progress in the future. In this episode we talk about: Different forms of progress Planting seeds now fo...
May 12, 2020•12 min
If you have ever found yourself feeling like you need to be more like someone else in order to succeed, today’s episode will not only prove that that isn't true, but I also believe it will help you stop comparing yourself to others and give you a lot of freedom to lean into your unique strengths My guest is Amanda Bucci - a business mentor and social media expert who helps entrepreneurs expand their social platforms, companies, and consciousnesses. As the founder of the Entrepreneurial Archetype...
May 07, 2020•49 min
When it comes to going after BIG ideas, do you ever get in your own way? It’s kind of a trick question because I think we all do in one way or another. In my ten years as an entrepreneur I’ve had countless conversations with women who have big ideas and dreams, but struggle with the same fears and insecurities that I’ve dealt with too. I started to notice that almost everything that gets in the way of us taking action on our big ideas falls under one of four categories. Today I’m going to break ...
May 05, 2020•26 min
Yes, I know growth is uncomfortable...but I also know that you are totally strong enough to handle it. And my guest today has an inspiring story of overcoming adversity that I hope will remind YOU that you can get through hard things. Monique Bryan is an incredible speaker, and entrepreneur, and a breast cancer survivor who overcame incredible odds to create, as she calls it, “a JUICY, delicious life!” In this episode we talk about: Overcoming adversity when you want to give up How to lean on yo...
Apr 30, 2020•46 min
We are bringing you another BONUS episode this week, from one of our Girl Gang connection calls! This is the FREE call series we are doing via Zoom every Tuesday and Thursday. In this episode I invited my friend Megan Everett to share some of her best tips for growing your network--yes, even during social distancing. Megan is the founder and CEO of Perfrm, a sales software and education platform that she thought of in a grocery store parking lot. Seven months later she launched her company with ...
Apr 29, 2020•30 min
