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The amazing Helen Keller once said “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision”. Welcome to the What's Your Vision Podcast (formerly Fortify Your Finances), where you will hear from "The Best of the Midwest" innovators and entrepreneurs. Join Elyce Billany; a bank and finance marketer with a side hustle small business that was featured on ABC's Shark Tank. Each episode you'll hear the real life journeys of Midwestern entrepreneurs and how they turned their visions in ...
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Did SHE really do that? You Betcha She Did! Hey Women entrepreneurs, changemakers, and thought leaders, welcome to You Betcha She Did where we teach you to own your voice, grow your brand, and earn your worth. On this show, we embrace Midwest charm and CELEBRATE women who are forging their own paths. We also coach you on how to make your mark in this world, amplify your message, and get paid. We come to you each Tuesday with tips and inspiration so you’re ready to move one step closer to you ...
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Welcome to Here’s the Pitch... Its your podcast friend Brad here from the podcast also named, Here’s the Pitch... Here you will find long form interviews with sports, entertainment, passive income businesses & all types of other folks. Moving forward, more side hustle veterans will be interviewed, along with pop culture clips and best of edits being regular features too! Backround on your host: I began hosting and producing a cable sports show in St. Louis, from my house in high school. It l ...
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Hey, trailblazers, it's Rayna Rokicki, your Midwest hype woman, here to supercharge your spirit and celebrate our female warriors! This episode is a megaphone for the accomplishments of women like Erin Gallagher, who's teaching us all how to be cheerleaders for each other's successes. Assignment time – I challenge you to recognize three magnificent…
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Join us for an exciting journey with Megan Anderson, the COO extraordinaire who's rocking the startup scene while juggling her corporate gig and personal challenges. Believe it or not, Megan's foray into the side hustle world was inspired by a podcast - you gotta love the power of podcasts! Get ready for some real talk as Megan spills the beans on …
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Discover the unsung heroes of the gaming world as we sit down with Lynn Potyen, the mastermind behind the GameBoard, to celebrate Women's History Month. Lynn shares her journey in the industry, shining a light on trailblazing women who are reshaping our approach to board games. Tune in for a riveting exploration of how board games are more than jus…
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Ever felt like the business world's deck was stacked against you? Danielle Leigh, a career and business coach extraordinaire, joins us to dissect the leadership labyrinth and pinpoint how women can claim their space at the table. We're kicking off a celebration of International Women's Day by sharing Danielle's transition from the corporate grind t…
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This episode is a toast to the women who are fermenting change and crafting a new narrative in the male-dominated adult beverage business. Meet Julianna Pierandozzi from Three Sheeps Brewing Company and Jaclyn Stuart, sommelier extraordinaire and visionary behind Vintage Elkhart. Juliana and Jacqueline bring their stories of innovation, from ground…
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Join us for an energetic chat with Cytandra Hoover, a rockstar in the world of microinsurance and a shining example of the strength that comes with balancing parenthood and a thriving career. We'll dive into the nitty-gritty of microinsurance (what is that anyway?), exploring how it provides affordable protection against unexpected challenges like …
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Who's on board to meet a female fishmonger? I am! I am! Meet Adra Kusnirova, a former international student program manager turned fishmonger. As a former resident of Alaska, Adra came to know the fishing community intimately and held on to that attachment when she settled in Wisconsin. Together, with her husband, she started Alaska Fresh, a Midwes…
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Strap on your helmet and unfurl your yoga mat; this episode takes you on an interesting ride with Jess Childs, a yoga instructor with a penchant for motorcycles and the heart of an entrepreneur. Tune in as Jess recounts a tale that began with the roar of an engine at a safety course and evolved into a life dedicated to the zen of yoga and the thril…
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As our 75th episode drops into the universe, I'm here, brimming with gratitude. From the jittery first steps of this podcast to the build-up of empowering voices from Midwest’s remarkable female entrepreneurs and leaders, we've woven a tapestry of shared triumphs together. Thank you for being part of this journey celebrating the strong women and ou…
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Ever wrestled with the feeling that you're running on a mental treadmill, going nowhere fast? Kim Galske, the brilliant mind behind Rewired Dynamics, sits down with me, to unravel the strategies that can break us free from this exhausting cycle. With a background that spans the crown of Mrs. Wisconsin to the intricacies of military service, Kim's i…
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Ever felt the pressure of juggling a high-flying career while carting your kids to soccer practice? Ashley Quinto Powell certainly has, and she's here to light the way for working mothers everywhere. With her book "Executive Motherhood" as our guide, we traverse the tightrope walk of work-life balance that so many moms face. Ashley, a trailblazer f…
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In a world where women's contributions often go unnoticed, Juliane Troicki's passion project throws a much-deserved spotlight on the quiet yet vital achievements of women in our communities. Tune in as we discuss why women's achievements are boundless but often invisible. Through her Illuminating Project, Juliane shines a light on the everyday cont…
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Ever wonder how a small business can shine in the shadow of corporate giants? Asia Dore, an Alaska native now Wisconsin resident and the mastermind behind transformative brand strategies, joins us to discuss the art of authentic branding. She walks us through her evolution from photographer to brand guru and reveals how staying true to the human el…
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In this special rerun of our 50th episode of You Betcha She Did!, host Rayna Rokicki shares her personal story of how she came to start the podcast and her company, the Ladies First Digital Media Company. From her early interests in anthropology and teaching to moving to Nigeria and discovering podcasting, Rayna traces the winding path that led her…
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How many sleepless nights have you spent worrying about childcare? It's a struggle that Angel Berry, co-founder of the non-profit organization A Million Dreamz, knows all too well. As a single mother, she faced the daunting task of finding affordable, accessible childcare – a challenge that inspired her to revolutionize the industry. In our recent …
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Tune in for one of the top 3 all-time episodes from the You Betcha She Did archive. If you have ever thought about pivoting your career especially as the start of 2024 looms large on the horizon, then this episode is for you. Learn from the master of the pivot, Lisa Vihos. She is a woman who knows how to embrace creativity and joy in life. Get read…
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to not just survive, but thrive, in a male-dominated industry like sports? Meet Chellee Siewert, the powerhouse founder and owner of Capture Sports and Entertainment, who is stirring up the industry with her unique approach to PR. Chellee invites us into her world in this episode, offering a raw and real account…
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What happens when change meets entrepreneurship? You get the inspiring journey of Kym Leibham, founder and CEO of EventWise, who masterfully navigated the ebb and flow of market changes throughout her 25 years in business. This episode is a treasure trove of insights from Kym's accidental venture into entrepreneurship to her unstoppable adaptabilit…
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Imagine being overwhelmed by parenthood after a divorce and finding the courage to start a podcast to navigate these uncharted waters. Erin Holland, CEO and founder of PG-ish Parenting, turned that imagination into reality. She opens up about her journey and unravels how she turned her experience into a resource that empowers parents to evolve from…
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Ever wondered how a mother of six transformed her life and body to become a certified wellness practitioner and health coach? Join our inspiring conversation with Kerri Wilson as we delve into the power of small lifestyle changes and debunk the myth of quick fixes for health and weight loss. Kerri opens up about her journey from parenthood to self-…
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What if the challenges you encounter in life were the stepping stones to your greatest personal and professional triumphs? That's precisely the inspiring reality of our remarkable guest, Jen Dary, the guiding light behind Plucky. As a leadership coach to professionals from the world's leading companies, including Google and the New York Times, Jen'…
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Prepare to be captivated as we journey through the hidden narrative of a World War II infantryman with our illustrious guest, Louise Endress Moore. Louise brings to life her father's secret service as a heavy weapons machine gunner, a tale she painstakingly unearthed following her mother's death. Get ready to navigate the murky waters of wartime se…
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Get ready to tune into your own modern mystic as we get a bit witchy and a bit botanic with our special guest, Christina Wilke-Burbach. With 25 years in psychology, spirituality, holistic healing, and natural health, Christina's expertise offers a fresh perspective on women's health that you won't want to miss. She enlightens us on the significance…
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Ever wondered how a subtle change in language can shift your image from being just another face in the crowd to a confident, assertive leader? Let's explore my key takeaways from the Women's Leadership Conference where I learned the art of using 'wealthy words' over weak words. Get ready for a few "aha moments" where I dive into these takeaways inc…
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Imagine growing up, packing your life in boxes, moving from one place to another, and finding solace in the simplest of objects - a bowl. That's the life military kids lead. Today, we're joined by the extraordinary Deanne Herber, founder of Kids in Combat Boots, who lived this life and is now championing the cause for these unsung heroes. Through h…
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Ever feel like a fraud, despite your achievements? You're not alone, as our guest, celebrated psychologist Dr. Jill Stoddard, reveals that imposter syndrome plagues up to 70% of us. Dr. Jill takes us on a fascinating journey into the intriguing world of imposter syndrome, exploring its evolutionary roots and connections to anxiety. She offers a fre…
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Are your dreams of financial independence feeling unattainable? Don't lose hope! We've got the inspiring Jillian Johnsrud with us today, a true testament to the power of focused determination. Jillian, along with her husband, vanquished a massive debt of $55,000 and achieved financial freedom at a surprisingly young age. Not only that, but her jour…
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Get set for a stimulating conversation with the multi-talented Mary T Wagner! Our guest, an accomplished author and photographer, took a bold leap of faith in her 40’s, swapping her career in journalism for a foray into law. She spills the beans on the unique trials she faced as a mature student, juggling academics amidst a sea of younger peers all…
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Get ready to be inspired by our phenomenal guest, Evelyn Prevenas. Imagine starting your own sewing business after having 6 kids. Evelyn's journey didn’t stop there; she’s also a serial skydiver and long-term volunteer, having spent two decades at the Weil Center in Sheboygan. This 96-year-old powerhouse will share her experiences during World War …
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Ready to break the glass ceiling? Step into the empowering world of women's leadership with Vicki Updike, the founder of New Sage Strategies. An inspiring figure, Vicki shares her journey from corporate America to becoming a sought-after women's leadership coach. Her insightful strategies and no-nonsense approach to overcoming common leadership cha…
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In this edition of Big Vision we will be chatting with Tish Randle and Laquanda Hoskins of PRH Group. A business partnership built on friendship might sound like stormy weather, but this electrical construction company make it look like blue skies. Now let's find out how they rebuild our communities one storm restoration project at a time.…
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In this edition of Big Vision we will be chatting with Jake Gervase of Stay Tiny Texas. Jake's NFL career may have led him to the Superbowl and his brother Sam may have led him into a real estate adventure, but a sweet little boy named Reed led him into a rally. With a family business, a football team, and a philanthropic goal on his plate he has a…
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Ready to rock this September and step into Autumn feeling focused and calm? On the latest episode of You Betcha She Did, host Rayna Rokicki switches gears and shares a goal-setting framework to help you crush it this month. She introduces the "lean in, show up, drift" method from coach Jillian Johnsrud to prioritize what's really important. Rayna d…
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In this enlightening episode of You Betcha She Did, we dive into the world of small businesses and the invaluable support provided by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Wisconsin. Our guest, Tara Carr, a seasoned expert from SBDC, joins us to shed light on the array of services they offer to nurture and elevate small businesses at ever…
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In this edition of Big Vision we will be chatting with Lisa Wertzbaugher of Wertzbaugher Consulting and Wertzbaugher Services. Juggling a successful consulting business of over 15 years and a welding and fabrication business with her husband, all while raising a young family is not for the faint of heart, but Lisa handles it like a professional. No…
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Cancer Sucks. It sucks big time. Jill Swanson was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2014, but it was the sight of other cancer patients in the waiting room that inspired her to start giving out care packages to help "make cancer suck less." This grew into Lemons of Love, her nonprofit that has donated over 26,000 care packages to cancer patients fille…
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In this special 50th episode of You Betcha She Did!, host Rayna Rokicki shares her personal story of how she came to start the podcast and her company, Ladies First Digital Media. From her early interests in anthropology and teaching to moving to Nigeria and discovering podcasting, Rayna traces the winding path that led her to where she is today, h…
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We will be chatting with Kristel Whitty-Ersan of Happy Joes. The franchise of Happy Joes Pizza and Ice Cream Parlor comes with a unique family history that ends up creating a history making business. Now let's find out how Joe became Happy and how Kristel works to keep that memory alive with every slice.…
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What is the biggest problem facing working parents today, especially women? Ding! Ding! If you guessed affordable childcare, you are correct. It's no surprise that America is lacking in both its childcare availability and affordability. The system has many flaws....but drum roll please, there is hope! That hope is Angel Berry, the co-founder of A M…
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Life throws all sorts of curveballs our way. Whenever I am going through a hard time, I am reminded of Mr. Roger's advice to look for the helpers. Hollie Mealy, the founder of The Right Relief Inc. which provides care to caregivers, is one of those helpers. Hollie saw firsthand that caring for a loved one can be exhausting, thankless, and at times …
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These are uploaded first as video at WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE————————————————————————————————————————————Joel Schwartz returns as we talk recent developments in Pam Hupp case, plus Oregon murders and OJ Simpson talk. (If you want to hear more from Joel, or more Stern & other topics YouTube channel! Youtube.com/st…
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These are uploaded first as video at WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE————————————————————————————————————————————Shannon Weinstein built her business from scratch well working her full-time job at now is pulling over $500,000 a year. More stories like this to help inspire you and your side hustle at my side hustle YouTub…
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These are uploaded first as video at WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/STWEEKLY SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE!!! SUBSCRIBE————————————————————————————————————————————Jimmy Palumbo is best known as Artie Lange’s best friend in Beer League. We get sn update on Artie, plus working with Larry David & Friends cast too. (If you want to hear more from Artie friends and co workers…
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In this episode of Vision in Review we will be chatting with Calisse McPherson of J+M Civil Design and RTM Engineering Consultants. Calisse and her business partner started a Civil Design firm to fill a need in the industry and ended up in a direction they didn't expect. Now let's find out how they engineered their way into a merger.…
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In this episode of You Betcha She Did!, we're about to unravel the magical fusion of entrepreneurship and spirituality through some awe-inspiring experiences. Meet Teresa Shantz. She is not just your average entrepreneur. Teresa is also a spiritual consultant, successful podcast host and new author of the book The Soul Quake Survival Guide. Hold on…
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Yearning to hit the road with flexible work hours and a life you love? If the answer is yes, you'll want to tune in to hear how Molly Mandelberg built this exact life. Molly is the founder of Wild Hearts Rise Up. In this episode, Molly dives into the mindset shifts and strategies she employed to establish a thriving online business while maintainin…
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