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The Iconic Podcast

The Iconic Podcast | Jennifer Szpigielbecomingiconicpodcast.buzzsprout.com

Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself. 


Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice and personal stories to support you to spark, grow and scale your business as an entrepreneur. 


This podcast is for the visionary leaders who are committed to creating their legacy, pursuing their dreams and achieving their goals beyond their current circumstance. 


The Iconic Podcast sets itself apart through Jen’s unparalleled interview style, genuine curiosity and commitment to having women rise to their potential. 


Formally known as the Becoming Iconic Podcast, this new iteration is dedicated to providing you with the most potent and powerful conversations with those who have overcome, prevailed and built their lives and businesses into the incredible success we see today. 

Subscribe now and leave a review to be a part of this Iconic movement. Don’t forget to also check out this month’s magazine where we deep dive with the guests who are interviewed here. 


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Episodes

Nicole Doran: Bio Individuality in Health and Leadership

This week on the Iconic Podcast , we’re thrilled to welcome Nicole Doran, co-founder and founding partner of PUR-FORM. Nicole's inspiring journey of overcoming personal health challenges, including PCOS and hypothyroidism, led her to a deep exploration of holistic health and functional medicine. From transforming her own well-being to co-creating a revolutionary wellness center, Nicole shares the story behind PUR-FORM—a space dedicated to regenerative medicine, functional wellness, and transform...

Jan 20, 202536 min

Coach Carey: Redefining Confidence, Self Love and Success

This week’s ICONIC podcast features the incomparable Coach Carey, a 3-time certified life coach, keynote speaker, corporate wellness facilitator, and diversity and inclusion consultant. Join host Jen Spiegel as she dives into Coach Carey’s journey, from her beginnings in the coaching industry to becoming an iconic voice of authenticity, self-love, and service. Coach Carey shares wisdom on the evolution of the coaching industry, the importance of values and integrity, and her personal philosophy ...

Jan 13, 202544 min

Monica Yates: Are Women Meant to be the Breadwinner?

In this soul-stirring episode, Jen sits down with Monica Yates, a powerhouse in feminine energy and healing, to discuss the complexities of being a modern woman. Together, they unpack the nuances of relationships, leadership, and navigating the interplay between masculine and feminine energies in today’s world. Monica shares her insights on healing trauma, the societal devaluation of feminine roles, and finding harmony as a breadwinner without losing your sense of self. This conversation is a he...

Jan 06, 20251 hr 1 min

Six Figure Business in One Year

In this empowering episode, Jen shares her insights and practical strategies on how to scale a six-figure business in one year. Drawing from her 19 years of experience, she delivers tangible advice and wisdom designed to inspire action, confidence, and vision. Whether you’re building your first business or refining your approach, this episode is packed with golden nuggets for scaling and sustaining success in 2025 and beyond. Today on the Show: How to build unshakable confidence and personal bel...

Dec 30, 202449 min

Amira de Vera: How to Effectively Pitch Your Brand

In this insightful and empowering episode, Jen welcomes Amira de Vera, founder of Project 4 Public Relations and a leading expert in PR and visibility. They explore the essential role of PR in growing a personal brand, the art of pitching, and how to overcome the fear of self-promotion. Amira shares her journey from political science graduate to PR agency founder, offering practical advice on selling yourself authentically, crafting the perfect pitch, and following up effectively. If you’re read...

Dec 23, 202447 min

Vixen & Fox: A Story of How Human Trafficking Birthed a Luxury Brand

In this empowering and deeply inspiring episode, Jen welcomes Kay, the CEO and founder of Vixen and Fox , a luxury lingerie brand consciously crafted in Europe and designed in Australia. Kay shares her remarkable journey of resilience, healing, and the creation of a brand that redefines elegance, sophistication, and feminine embodiment. They dive into the power of detail, self-worth, and the importance of wearing undergarments that align with the woman you desire to become. Kay also opens up abo...

Dec 16, 20241 hr 6 min

Sasha Fedunchak: The Power of Influence Psychology for a Brand

In this value-packed episode, Jen sits down with the brilliant Sasha Fedunchak, founder and CEO of Daring Haus , to explore the transformative power of influence in business and life. Sasha, a sought-after expert in branding and intuitive marketing, shares her unique insights into building connection, creating trust, and cultivating a lasting legacy through heart-centered leadership. With a fascinating journey that spans corporate communications, entrepreneurship, and personal resilience, Sasha’...

Dec 09, 202455 min

Tenzin Chodon: Social Intelligence and Cross-Cultural Communication

In this deeply inspiring episode, Jen welcomes the extraordinary Tenzin Chodon, North America's top business speaker, founder of Le Prestige Academy, two-time TEDx speaker, and a United Nations ambassador. Tenzin shares her incredible journey as a trailblazing Tibetan entrepreneur and communicator, touching on themes of resilience, cultural intelligence, and the profound impact of meaningful connection. She opens up about the challenges of generational trauma, the power of curiosity, and her pas...

Dec 02, 202443 min

Daniela Sfara: Business and Life Lessons Through Intuitive Cooking

In this inspiring episode, Jen sits down with Daniela Sfara, a celebrated expert in traditional Italian cooking and culture, to explore her incredible journey of transformation. Daniela shares how a single act of generosity—a veal sandwich for a construction crew—sparked a pivot in her life at 45, leading her to embrace her true passion. Together, they discuss the importance of trusting your intuition, respecting timeless traditions, and leading with authenticity in both life and business. Throu...

Nov 25, 202450 min

Colleen Nichols: The No Shame Sales Game, Selling Without Ick

In today’s episode , Jenn Spiegel sits down with Colleen Nichols, the founder of No Shame Sales Game , for an insightful and candid conversation on building a sustainable and joyful approach to sales. Colleen brings her signature mix of humor and honesty to talk about creating authentic connections with clients, learning to enjoy the sales process, and building a legacy that goes beyond numbers. Together, Jenn and Colleen explore the importance of self-trust, relationship-building, and releasing...

Nov 18, 202454 min

The One Hit Wonder VS. Legacy

In this episode, Jen kick’s off day one of the Legacy Event, Jen warmly welcomes participants to this transformative experience and shares insights on building a meaningful legacy. She speaks candidly about the significance of devotion, intention, and resilience in both life and business. Through personal stories and lessons learned, Jen emphasizes the importance of prioritizing sustainability and alignment over quick wins, offering a refreshingly honest perspective on what it takes to build a l...

Nov 11, 202436 min

Flex Your Feminine: The Journey from Runway to Reclamation

In this episode, Jen sits down with Kayla from Flex Your Feminine to explore her incredible evolution from the fashion industry to the fitness world. Kayla shares her personal story of transformation, resilience, and rediscovery of her feminine essence. They dive into the challenges she faced as a fashion model, where she walked for elite brands like Oscar de la Renta and Calvin Klein, and how the pressures of maintaining an unrealistic standard led to profound personal challenges. This journey ...

Nov 04, 20241 hr 5 min

Alter: Bootstrapping a Hot and Cold Studio

In today’s episode , Jen welcomes Aleya and Melissa, the co-founders of Alter, a sauna and ice bath studio in Toronto. Together, they share their remarkable journey of building a brick-and-mortar wellness business with their partners. The conversation highlights the complexities and joys of launching a business with close friends, while also exploring the benefits of hot and cold therapies. Aleya and Melissa walk us through how they brought their vision to life, the importance of adaptability, a...

Oct 28, 20241 hr 1 min

Ali Budd: Becoming a World Renown Interior Designer

In today’s episode, Jen is joined by Ali Budd , renowned interior designer and creative force behind Ali Budd Interiors , to talk about her inspiring journey in the world of design, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Ali shares her story of building a highly successful design firm, balancing creativity with business, and navigating the challenges of working with clients while staying true to her unique style. Throughout the conversation, Jen and Ali dive into the creative process, what it takes t...

Oct 21, 202454 min

Silk and Palm: Self Funded Brick + Mortar Solopreneur

In today’s episode, Jen is joined by Kacie from Silk and Palm, a registered acupuncturist, herbalist, and aesthetician, to discuss her incredible journey of entrepreneurship and holistic wellness. Kacie shares her experiences navigating the complexities of running a brick-and-mortar business while building a strong online presence. Through their conversation, Jen and Kacie dive deep into the world of skin therapy, women’s health, and the art of balancing multiple roles in business. Kacie opens u...

Oct 14, 202448 min

Marina Katherine: Growing Your Brand Through Personal Content

In today’s episode, Jen is joined by Marina Katherine from Marina Katherine Creative, who shares her inspiring journey of navigating career pivots, embracing multiple passions, and scaling her personal brand. Marina, a former wedding contributor to Iconic Magazine , opens up about her path from working in event planning, PR, and retail, to finding her stride in social media management and content creation. Throughout the conversation, Jen and Marina explore the importance of following your curio...

Oct 07, 202456 min

Tabatha DeBruyn: The High Achiever's Secret Weapon

In today’s episode, Jen is joined by Tabatha DeBruyn, an accomplished success coach, energy healer, author, wife, and mom. Tabatha shares her transformative journey from being a high school teacher to becoming a multi-million dollar entrepreneur and coach. With her deep expertise in personal transformation and healing modalities, Tabatha dives into the power of breathwork, energy healing, and personal growth. Together, they explore how these tools can profoundly impact not only entrepreneurs but...

Sep 30, 202444 min

Cheekbone Beauty: Bringing a Dream into Product Reality

In today’s episode , Jen sits down with Jenn Harper, founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, a sustainable and Indigenous-owned beauty brand. Jenn shares her inspiring journey of building Cheekbone Beauty from the ground up, driven by her passion for creating a company that not only offers high-quality products but also aligns with her values of sustainability and giving back to the Indigenous community. Jenn dives deep into her personal story, touching on her Indigenous roots, the challenges she f...

Sep 23, 202449 min

Azura: Creating and Building a Tech Company

In today's episode, Jen is joined by guest Natasha, founder of Azura, who shares her journey of building a tech company from the ground up. Natasha talks about the challenges of starting a tech business, including managing bugs, embracing growth, and letting go of control while navigating the unpredictable world of software development. She dives into her personal experience of investing over $100,000 from her mentorship business to build Azura, without loans or investors, and the grit it took t...

Sep 16, 202442 min

Introducing the Iconic Podcast

In today’s episode, Jen takes listeners on a journey through the evolution of her personal and professional brand, Becoming Iconic , now extending into Iconic Podcast and Iconic Magazine . As she dives into the story behind the transition, Jen shares her passion for creating a platform where visibility and empowerment intersect with branding, leadership, and storytelling. She reflects on the key drivers behind her decision to expand her brand identity and offers a fresh perspective on visibility...

Sep 09, 202417 min

The Realizations from Building a Billion Dollar Business with Marta Hobbs

In this episode, Marta Hobbs, an author, mentor, and entrepreneur, joins Jen to share her powerful journey of personal growth and healing. After a life-changing panic attack in the paradise of St. Barts, Marta embarked on a decade-long spiritual journey, shedding her armour and coping mechanisms to embrace her true identity. Her book "Unraveling" beautifully captures this transformative experience, inspiring readers with its honesty and vulnerability. Today on Becoming Iconic: Marta Hobbs' perso...

Jul 29, 202451 min

The Artistic Expression of Building a Business

In today’s episode, Jen shares her journey of discovering her true passion - styling businesses to help them stand out and be seen. Much like a fashion stylist, Jen approaches branding with an eye for individuality and uniqueness, ensuring her clients' businesses reflect their authentic selves. She emphasizes the importance of creating a world-class customer experience, inspiring listeners to channel their own passions into their brand identity and marketing. Jen's work is a new way of empowerin...

Jul 22, 202412 minEp. 293

Building a Life of Freedom as a Web Designer with Becca Luna

In this episode, Becca Luna joins Jen to share her inspiring journey from struggling entrepreneur to successful business owner. Becca discusses how she overcame self-doubt and money struggles through learning web design and virtual assistance. She now runs a thriving web design company and generously shares her knowledge with others. Becca emphasizes the importance of bold self-belief and practical resources to help entrepreneurs stand out and transform their businesses through her in-demand cou...

Jul 15, 202447 minEp. 292

There's Nothing Normal About Million Dollar Businesses

In this episode, Jen shares her raw and honest journey of building multiple successful businesses from the ground up. She pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to scale beyond $1 million in revenue and dives deep into the sacrifices, long hours, and team building required. Most importantly, Jen challenges the notion that success of this magnitude can or should be "normalized," and advocates for honoring the grit and determination of those who choose to walk the challenging path of entre...

Jul 08, 202422 minEp. 291

Lethal Legal - Protecting Your Business with Chandler J.

In this episode, Jen sits down with legal expert Chandler J. to discuss the importance of legal preparation for business success. Chandler shares her top pet peeves in the industry and emphasizes the value of proactive legal measures. They also explore balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, with Chandler preparing to welcome her new baby girl. Today on Becoming Iconic: The importance of legal preparation Proactive business measures and preparedness The importance of preventing expensive issu...

Jul 01, 202441 minEp. 290

The Woman Behind Becoming Iconic

In this episode, Jen shares her inspiring origin story as the woman behind the successful brand Becoming Iconic. Listeners will learn about Jen's journey from building a multi-million dollar wellness business to pursuing her life and business coaching passions. Jen details some challenges she faced along the way, including self-doubt, peer criticism, and even physical health issues. However, she persevered through grit and determination, eventually finding success through her programs and her ic...

Jun 24, 202433 minEp. 289

Going Viral on Social Media with Evita Social

In this episode, Jen welcomes social media expert Evita Barwise, also known as Evita Social. She shares her journey of growing multiple Instagram accounts from zero to hundreds of thousands of followers. Listeners learn Evita's tips for refining your niche, conducting market research on viral posts, and creating intentional content through a funnel approach. She also offers advice on increasing story views, navigating trolls online, and trusting the growth process over time. Today on Becoming Ic...

Jun 17, 202446 minEp. 288

Why You Should Not "Retire" Your Husband

In this episode, Jen gets real about the highs and lows of having a husband retire from his full-time job in her entrepreneurial journey. She shares lessons learned the hard way around language, purpose, resentment, and masculine-feminine energy dynamics. Jen's vulnerable transparency and wisdom will empower you whether you're considering this path or have already walked it. Tune in to gain insight into building an extraordinary partnership and lifestyle through entrepreneurship. Today on Becomi...

Jun 10, 202425 minEp. 287

Spotlight Energetics + Algorithm of Your Existence with Allyson Byrd

In this episode, Jen had such an inspiring conversation with Allyson Byrd, a mentor, minister, and spiritual coach who helps leaders thrive in their spotlight and activate their full potential. They talk about stepping into your spotlight and sharing your gifts unapologetically. Allyson helps to unpack the thoughts holding us back and shift our mindset to see endless possibilities. Through stories of her own journey, she shows us how to embrace vulnerability and use life's ups and downs as fuel ...

Jun 03, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 286

180 Consecutive Big Cash Months

In this episode, Jen announces her groundbreaking 180 Masterclass. Discover how to redefine fulfillment and success on your terms. Shift your mindset from number goals to enjoying each moment of your journey. Leave with tangible strategies to feel abundant no matter your monthly income. Join Jen to finally feel free to live your best life in business. Today on Becoming Iconic: Challenging the idea that big numbers equal success and fulfillment Jen's achievement of 180 consecutive months with mul...

May 27, 202416 minEp. 285
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