Join us as Cari Kenzie interviews entrepreneurs, thought leaders and elite performers to inspire, educate and challenge you to your greatest potential. You will be motivated and equipped to cultivate a curiosity that brings alignment with your inner wisdom, clarity to take empowered action, and the confidence to make your dreams and deepest desires a reality.
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Conversations with women entrepreneurs about the best and the most difficult parts of growing 7- and 8-figure businesses and chasing our Big Gorgeous Goals.
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Empower Your Voice is a podcast and YouTube show that helps people get to the bottom of what is stopping them from using their voice to the fullest, whether on the stage, the boardroom, or in their personal lives.
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The Resilience Factor, hosted by Adrienne Richardson, is the show where we dive deep into unfiltered stories of grit, setback, and the courage to confront adversity. By the end of each episode, you won't just be inspired, you'll be equipped to overcome any hardship you're facing.
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Send us a text In this episode of "Figure Eight," Julie converses with Robin, a successful entrepreneur in the plumbing wholesale industry. Robin shares her journey from joining her father's business to purchasing and growing it to over $140 million in revenue. They discuss the challenges Robin faced, her lessons in financial management, and the im…
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Marcia Dawood: Transforming the Funding Journey for Women Founders
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Send us a text In this episode of Figure Eight, host Julie Ellis converses with Marcia Dawood about the funding challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. They discuss the importance of bootstrapping and strategic fundraising to avoid equity loss and the trap of constant fundraising. Marcia highlights the disparity in venture capital funding for wome…
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Jill Knittel: Transitioning from Day-to-Day Operations to Strategic Growth
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Send us a text Julie interviews Jill Knittel, the founder of JK Executive Strategies. Jill shares her nearly 30-year journey in the recruiting industry, emphasizing the importance of building deep client relationships and understanding company culture. This discussion covers the challenges of scaling a business, transitioning from day-to-day operat…
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50. Stop Kicking the Can: Overcoming Perfectionism & Embracing Growth
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Welcome to Curiosity Clarity Empowerment with Cari Kenzie! In this intimate coaching session, my business partner Leah and I dive deep into the struggles of perfectionism and the fear of putting ourselves out there. Have you ever found yourself continuously delaying a project or goal because it doesn’t feel perfect yet? This episode is for you. Joi…
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Erika MacKay’s Niche for Design: How Workplace Wellness Supports Employees
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Send us a text In this episode, Julie interviews Erika MacKay, the founder and CEO of Niche for Design, about her journey in interior design and her focus on workspace wellness. They discuss the evolving office environment and Erika shares her experience of balancing entrepreneurship with maternity leave. Erika shares insights into creating healthy…
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49. Awaken the Power Within: Channeling Ruth Bader Ginsburg & Empowering Women
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Welcome to Curiosity Clarity Empowerment with Cari Kenzie! In this intimate coaching session, I share a profound experience of channeling Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the powerful message that emerged. Join me as we delve into the importance of awakening the consciousness of women, challenging societal norms, and stepping into our true power. In this ep…
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48. Embrace Personal Growth: Reclaim Your Power and Overcome Your Past
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In this intimate coaching session, I explore insights from my recent helicopter journey with the National Guard. Have you ever felt the universe nudging you to see things differently? In this episode, I share powerful revelations about self-care, emotional intelligence, and how these insights can transform your life. Discover how our interactions w…
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Cari Kenzie’s Journey of Resilience and Empowerment
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Send us a text Join Julie as she interviews Cari Kenzie, an entrepreneur and resilience coach, about growing and selling a multi-million dollar business, founding her leadership empowerment company iShft, and her journey of self-discovery after surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Cari is full of insights about healing, intuition, and empowe…
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Hey friends, welcome back to the Curiosity Clarity Empowerment Podcast! I’m so grateful for each of you who continues to join me on this journey. Today, I’m sharing something truly transformative—a deep dive into the power of mindset and how facing our fears head-on can lead to incredible opportunities. Over the past month and a half, I’ve been nav…
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Tina Sue Moser's Passion for Growth and Opportunity: Empowering Entrepreneurs
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Send us a text In this episode of the Figure Eight podcast, Julie converses with Tina Sue Moser, a former entrepreneur who sold her business and now partners at Cultivate Advisors. Tina Sue recounts her journey from starting her business for flexibility as a mother, through the challenges of entrepreneurship, to successfully selling her company. Ti…
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46. Embrace Growth: How to Reclaim Your Power and Overcome Your Past
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Join Cari Kenzie on the Curiosity Clarity Empowerment podcast as she delves into the profound insight she gained on a morning run. Have you ever felt like the universe gives you a gentle nudge, urging you to see things differently? Cari shares a powerful phrase that resonated with her: "Holding the vision of the person you have seen only plays host…
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45. How to Support Others Without Losing Yourself
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In this episode, I delve into the transformative power of vulnerability and emotional intelligence. I explain what true vulnerability looks like vs. what we think it is. How powerful it is as a tool to help yourself, and others in difficult situations. I also talk about the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion in being vulnerable. Join …
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Women Funding Women: Sherry Shannon-Vanstone is Closing the Venture Capital Gender Gap
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Send us a text In this episode of Figure Eight, Julie welcomes Sherry Shannon-Vanstone, US government mathematician turned award-winning Silicon Valley startup leader turned venture capital collective co-founder. Julie and Sherry discuss building inclusive work cultures, the complexities of launching a new data analytics venture, and Sherry's effor…
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In this episode, I explore the importance of entering a creative space to excel and thrive effortlessly. I share my journey from overworking myself to discovering a path that ignites my creativity and allows things to flow naturally. I understand the frustration of constantly pushing forward and chasing goals, often feeling it's the only way to pro…
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Amy Post: Balancing Gratitude, Self-Care and Grace While Advocating For Her Daughter’s Life
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In this episode of The Resilience Factor Podcast, I’m joined by Amy Post. Nearly a decade ago, life for Amy, her husband and 2 kids was going well. But her world was turned upside down when her daughter was diagnosed with malignant liver cancer at just 3 years old. She took on the job of becoming an advocate for her daughter’s treatment as she unde…
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The Most Overlooked Way to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
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In this episode, I share my personal reflections on recent insights and experiences around imposter syndrome. I share the prevalent issue of imposter syndrome among accomplished women and how we, individually, can change that. I also go deeper into the understanding of what is accomplishment, how do we identify it, and how this has helped me in my …
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Purposeful Entrepreneurship: Tara Milburn and Ethical Swag
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Send us a text Join us for another episode of Figure Eight where Julie talks with Tara Milburn, the founder and CEO of Ethical Swag. Tara recounts the challenges of promoting sustainable products in a traditionally non-sustainable industry, the decision to become a B Corp, and building a remote, geographically diverse team. Tara founded Ethical Swa…
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Shana Bresnahan: Transforming Family Betrayal, Shame & Pain into Power and Purpose
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Shana Bresnahan grew up in Brentwood, TN just outside of Nashville. From the outside looking in, her family was perfect. They were known very well in their small community, she was successful in school, top of her class and cheer captain. But her world was turned upside down in 8th grade when her father was incarcerated. Her family was no longer lo…
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42. The Urgency of Awareness: Getting Curious About Life’s Alarms to Awaken
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Hey there, beautiful souls! In this week’s episode of "Curiosity, Clarity, and Empowerment," I dive into a personal story that began with a literal fire alarm and unfolded into a profound metaphor for awareness in our lives. It all started in a busy Starbucks in Atlanta, where amidst blaring alarms and flashing lights, life seemed to go on undistur…
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Jenn Harper and Cheekbone Beauty: Using Business To Do Good In The World
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Send us a text Sustainability in beauty is not just a trend; it's a responsibility. In conversation with the award-winning Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty, we explored the innovation behind sustainable beauty. From establishing an Indigenous innovation lab blending traditional wisdom with modern science, to creating eco-friendly, biodegrad…
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41. Unleashing the Feminine Power: Samantha Lotus on Transforming Lives through Holistic Mastery
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Hey there, beautiful souls! This week on "Curiosity, Clarity, and Empowerment," I'm overjoyed to share my soulful conversation with the incredible Samantha Lotus. Samantha, a holistic master coach and naturopathic practitioner, has made it her life's mission to guide others through the journey of self-reclamation and holistic mastery. In our chat, …
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Brewing Success: Tonia Jahshan's Sipology, From Tea to Wellness
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Send us a text Ever wondered how to juggle the hats of entrepreneur, mother, and partner? Tonia Jahshan, Julie's guest on Figure 8, shared her incredible story of growing Steeped Tea (now Sipology), from a one-woman operation to appearing on Dragon's Den to being a regular on the PROFIT 500 Canada's Fastest-Growing Companies list. Tonia Jahshan emb…
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40. Unlock Being In The Moment: How to Master Presence Even With Life's Endless To-Do List
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Do you ever find it hard to stay in the present moment? Like your mind is always racing and thinking about your ever-growing to-do list…? This topic surfaced during a recent heart-to-heart with a close friend and hit me full force this past week while at a cheer competition in Florida. Despite the joyous occasion of reuniting with my son and watchi…
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Cari Kenzie: The Healing Journey of a Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor
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In 2013, Cari Kenzie was a runner in the Boston Marathon. She had just completed the marathon when 2 bombs went off near her, which took the lives of 3 people and left more than 260 injured. She believed she walked away uninjured externally, but the invisible impact of this traumatic event turned into Epstein-Barr, Lyme disease, seizures and severa…
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39. Breaking Free from People Pleasing: Empower Yourself with Cari Kenzie
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Hey there, beautiful souls! Today on the podcast, we’re diving deep into a topic that many of us have struggled with: people pleasing. It’s something we’ve all dabbled in, whether it’s saying yes when we mean no, or holding back our true feelings to keep the peace. But here’s the twist—what if I told you that stepping into our truth could be the mo…
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38. Empowering Women to Heal from Within with Brooke Herbert
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Hey there, beautiful souls! I'm thrilled to bring you another insightful episode of the Curiosity, Clarity, and Empowerment Podcast. This time, I had the privilege of sitting down with Brooke Herbert, a board-certified health and wellness coach, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Gold Ivy Health Company. Brooke is also a podcast host and group fitness…
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Scaling Yourself While Scaling Your Business: Anna-Vija McClain’s Growth Journey
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Send us a text Did you know that systems, processes, and delegation are essential to scaling your business? Ten years after accidentally starting her business, Anna-Vija McClain and her team have helped hundreds of business owners scale and grow their brands. Anna-Vija McClain is an expert in small business efficiency and growth. She is the Founder…
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Justin Roethlingshoefer: The Power of Taking Ownership
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Growing up Justin was an athletic, but overweight kid who had an immense joy and love for sports. As he entered his teenage years and started training for hockey, he began losing weight and received a lot of applause and recognition from his peers, instead of the usual criticism and bullying he had been experiencing. These positive affirmations abo…
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37. What Could Have Been..? Exploring the Paths Not Taken: Embracing Life's 'What-Ifs' with Empowerment
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Hey there, friends! In this episode, I delve into a theme that haunts many of us: the notion of "What Could Have Been." It's a question that often visits us in quiet moments—what if we had chosen differently at life's many crossroads? Recently, while reflecting on a personal setback at a marathon, I confronted this very question. The disappointment…
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36. Choosing Yourself: The Key to Freedom, Fulfillment, and Empowerment - Coaching with Cari
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In today's podcast, I dove deep into the transformative power of choosing yourself. It's a theme that's been resonating more deeply with me lately, and I wanted to share some insights that have been life-changing. Choosing ourselves isn't just about making selfish decisions; it's about recognizing our worth and aligning our actions with our truest …
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Erica Paolicelli and Three Brothers Winery's Story of Resilience and Adaptability
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Send us a text Imagine reinventing your business so it can survive the pandemic and then the next year, navigating the chaos of a total loss fire on your business property. In this week's episode of Figure Eight, Three Brothers Winery partner Erica Paolicelli discusses the critical importance of resilience, ambitious adaptability, and a solid disas…
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Kim Vargas: How She Found Courage, Strength and Grace Through the Unexpected
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You may know Kim Vargas as the wife of Pete Vargas, owner of Advance Your Reach. We have become close friends over the last couple of years and I knew I wanted to share her unbelievable story on the show. This episode is going to feel a little different than previous episodes - it is the most intimate conversation I’ve had so far. Despite the unbel…
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35. Unlocking Freedom: The Transformative Power of Forgiveness
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Hello, beautiful souls! In today's episode, we dived deep into the profound subject of forgiveness. I shared insights on how embracing forgiveness is not about excusing others but liberating ourselves from the chains of resentment and victimhood. This is about finding freedom and reclaiming our power. Forgiveness is a theme that’s close to my heart…
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34. Chronic Pain to Empowerment: Self-Healing Insights with Wellness Engineer Jane Hogan’s
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Hey, you! In this week's adventure on the Curiosity, Clarity, and Empowerment Podcast, we took a deep dive into the world of self-healing with the remarkable Jane Hogan. Dubbed "The Wellness Engineer," Jane’s story is a powerful beacon of hope for anyone trapped in the cycle of chronic pain. Jane's transformation from an engineer to a healer wasn't…
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Entrepreneurship, Fulfillment and Purpose with Alyssa Kerbel
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Send us a text Alyssa Kerbel, the founder of mini mioche, built her business on sustainable, ethical practices and when the time was right, exited mini mioche in order to continue making the impact she craved. Success isn't one-size-fits-all and Alyssa and Julie discuss how redefining success to align with personal values can lead to fulfilling wor…
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33. Running Towards Joy: How to Find and Embrace Your True Self with Andrea Herbert
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Hey there, beautiful souls! Get ready to dive deep into an ocean of self-discovery and boundless joy with the incredible Andrea Herbert. Andrea, an amazing mother of three and an entrepreneur with a love for marathons, embodies the essence of living FULLY alive! With each mile she conquers in her quest to run in all 50 states, Andrea's journey is a…
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Kelly Ruta: Finding Strength While Battling a Chronic Illness
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Kelly Ruta has been a licensed therapist for over two decades and although she has the skills to manage many of the challenging things we face in life, nothing could have prepared her for the hardship she has faced over the past 4 years. In 2020, Kelly got Covid and believed that after a few weeks of quarantine and some over-the-counter medications…
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32. Design Your Future With Purpose and Tech: Creative Burnout to Innovator with Samuel Malkasian
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Today's episode of "Curiosity, Clarity, and Empowerment" is a thrilling introduce you to the extraordinary Samuel Malkasian. His story is a captivating journey of transformation, from a burned-out content creator to a trailblazer in the tech world, reshaping our understanding of AI, machine learning, and the essence of purposeful living. Samuel's p…
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Mandy Friend Gigliotti: Scaling Up by Building Multiple Businesses
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Send us a text Ever wondered how a former Team Canada lacrosse player turns into a thriving entrepreneur? In Julie's conversation with Mandy Friend Gigliotti, they unpack her fascinating transition from athletics to real estate mogul to being the owner of multiple successful businesses. Mandy leads The Friend Team, a team in the top 1% of Realtors …
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31. The Power of Pattern Disruption: Strategies for Personal Growth
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Hey, my dear friends! In our latest adventure on the Curiosity, Clarity, Empowerment Podcast, we dove into the transformative concept of Pattern Disruption. This revelation, although familiar, struck me with its profound simplicity and power during a recent introspective journey. It's about recognizing, questioning, and ultimately shifting the deep…
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30. Quantum Leadership, Love, and Dentistry: Leah Roling's Blueprint for Success Transformation
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Hey there, beautiful souls! This week on our podcast, we're diving deep with the extraordinary Leah Roling, a transformative force reshaping the dental industry. Leah's not just about teeth; she's pioneering a leadership and team dynamics revolution, ensuring dental practices aren't just workplaces, but thriving communities fueled by passion, creat…
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Marnie Rabinovitch Consky's Thigh Society: Redefining Comfort, One Leg at a Time
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Send us a text Ever dealt with that annoying thigh chafing? Julie had a heart-to-heart with Marnie Rabinovitch Consky, Founder and CEO of Thigh Society, who turned her personal struggle into a thriving business. Thigh Society is the leading direct-to-consumer brand of size-inclusive long leg undergarment solutions to sweating, chafing and modesty d…
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29. The Energy of Illness: A Simple Definition of Quantum Healing
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Hey there, beautiful souls! In today’s solo cast, we dove into a topic that's close to my heart and, frankly, to our collective healing journey: the energy of illness. This isn't just about colds or the flu; it's about understanding how every aspect of our being—our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs—plays a pivotal role in our health and wellness. I …
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28. Finding Your Path: The Power of Blind Courage in Personal Growth
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Hey there, beautiful souls! Today, I want to share something deeply personal and profoundly powerful with you all. It's about an idea that has not only shaped my life but also inspired my keynote speech this year—blind courage. This concept, while it may sound a bit daunting at first, is all about the bravery it takes to choose yourself, even when …
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Gina Schaefer's Recovery Hardware: Culture, Values, and Doing the Unexpected
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Send us a text From hiring previously incarcerated folks and those in addiction recovery to implementing an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Gina Schaefer's story of entrepreneurship demonstrates what it can look like to understand and support the community you serve. When Gina moved into a forlorn neighborhood that needed a hardware store, sh…
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Ashley Pereira: This One Thing Helped Heal Childhood PTSD
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In this episode I’m joined by entrepreneur, mentor and speaker, Ashley Pereira. Ashley’s journey in healing her complex PTSD from her childhood trauma is a beautiful story of redemption and faith. Like many of us, it wasn’t until adulthood that she started to discover the true weight of the pain and trauma she was carrying and how it affected her p…
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27. Spiritual Awakening and Intuition: Uncover Your True Path with Christina Deering
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Hey there, beautiful souls! This week, I'm thrilled to share with you a soul-stirring conversation I had with the phenomenal Christina Deering, a maven in the world of intuitive business coaching. Christina's journey from feeling stuck in a joyless job to guiding thousands towards their divine purpose is nothing short of inspirational. In our heart…
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From Kitchen Stove to Business Growth: Kristy Miller's Path to Entrepreneurial Success
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Send us a text Have you ever been branded a failure for choosing a path less traveled? On the latest episode of the Figure Eight podcast, Julie had the pleasure of chatting with Kristy Miller. Kristy shared her journey from dropping out of university to becoming the founder of The Scented Market. Despite the resistance, her unwavering determination…
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Hillary Parnell on Leadership and Expansion in the Creative Arts
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Send us a text Let's talk about the art of transition – moving from doing to overseeing. It's a challenge many entrepreneurs, including Julie's guest Hillary Parnell, have had to face. Hillary Parnell has been the owner of the Academy for the Performing Arts and Preschool for the Arts in Apex, NC for the past two decades and more recently founded t…
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Resilience, Exits, and Venture Capital: Jackie Dinsmore's Entrepreneurial Odyssey
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Send us a text Did you know that mature entrepreneurs bring a wealth of diverse experiences to the table? In this episode of Figure Eight, Jackie Dinsmore highlights the value of founders with life experience. Her venture capital firm, Extra Innings Ventures, embraces this philosophy by investing in seasoned individuals. Jackie and Julie also discu…
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