Ep 155: Surviving and Living Unapologetically with MICHELLE MRAS TEDx speaker, communication trainer, success coach, podcaster, author and above all, Michelle is a survivor of multiple life challenges including a traumatic brain injury and her current battle with breast cancer. She shares how life is a gift, tomorrow is never promised and every moment is an opportunity to be the best version of you… unapologetically! Connect with Michelle: www.michellemras.com www.youtube.com/michellemras  

Surviving and Living Unapologetically with MICHELLE MRAS

Find YOUR Empowered Path toward Visibility and Success in Life & Business!


TOP .5% WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR BUSINESS + EMPOWERMENT PODCAST


Are you tired of being your industry's best kept secret?
Are you ready to increase the REACH of your message while building a profitable business? 

Then this is the RIGHT PLACE for you!

In this podcast, you will find conversations, strategies AND empowerment to get you more visible, credible and profitable!  

My mission is to help you EMBRACE all that you are, so you can let the EMPOWERED WOMAN within come forward and lead the way.

I‘m Marta Spirk, Brazilian born and raised, triplet mom, and after a 20-year career as a teacher, translator and interpreter, I found my passion in EMPOWERING WOMEN to step into their entrepreneurial potential. 

I started my business in 2016 with network marketing and pivoted my way toward Empowerment Coaching & Marketing Strategy. In the last several years, I've built a 6-figure business, landed a TEDx and became a best-selling author - The Empowered Woman: The Ultimate Roadmap to Business Success.

I've chased shiny objects; I've spent a lot of $$$ in programs and mentors and ultimately found that the best investment is in learning to LOVE and ACCEPT myself and discover my UNIQUE GIFTS to share with the world.
 
And now I share it all on this show with you.
Let's dive in!


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Join us as we start on a captivating journey with Andreea, an extraordinary business strategist who began her entrepreneurial adventure at the tender age of 17, running a cleaning service in her native Sicily. Listen in as Andreea recounts the pivotal moments of her career, from her formative years learning valuable lessons in a Sicilian bar to her eventual transition to online success and collaborations with global brands like Coca-Cola. Andreea’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience and adaptability required in the world of entrepreneurship, providing invaluable insights into the shifts that can lead to burnout and the transformative decisions that follow. In this episode, we also uncover the secrets to flourishing in business with practical advice that resonates with entrepreneurs at all stages. Our conversation with a florist who blossomed amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic serves as an inspiration to those grappling with doubt and imposter syndrome. Emphasizing the need for investment and persistence, we discuss the metaphor of nurturing a plant, drawing parallels to the growth and care needed for a business to thrive. Andreea Sandu shares her profound business strategies, urging listeners to try their ideas multiple times and illustrating the beauty of business growth through floral imagery. For those seeking to connect with Andreea and learn from her expertise, she extends an invitation to join her on social media platforms and engage with her encouraging content.   Let’s keep the conversation going!Website: martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Get ready to take notes and elevate your business's presence as we share over 30 visibility-boosting ideas (access it here: www.martaspirk.com/visibility) and introduce a mastermind program designed to keep you accountable and support your entrepreneurial journey. Get 30-day free trial of my membership!freegiftfrommarta.com MORE VISIBILITY MASTERMIND application:https://forms.gle/jegEmwzYsTPrH4oP8   Connect with Andreea:Website: www.mindsetandbusinesscoach.com  Instagram: @andreea_business_strategist Facebook: Andreea Sandu  

Let your business flourish and grow. Encouragement from a florist turned business strategist ANDREEA SANDU

Do you dream of starting your own business but feel held back by your lack of entrepreneurial experience?    Are you struggling with a personal challenge that you wish you could turn into a solution to help others?   In this episode, we're joined by Giana Jarrah, the founder of With Meraki Co, who shares her inspiring story of taking control of her narrative and turning her struggles into a thriving business.   While battling chronic urinary tract infections, Giana discovered a lack of effective health solutions on the market. With her expertise in biomedical engineering and a determination to help others facing similar challenges, she developed a product that could fill this gap.   Giana shares the obstacles she faced as a first-time entrepreneur, from the complexity of manufacturing to conducting research and product development.    She didn't let her lack of business experience stop her. Instead, she sought out mentors, asked questions, and learned on the job, all while staying true to her mission of empowering women to take control of their health.   Join us as we discuss how embracing your authentic self and taking action, even in the face of uncertainty, can lead to incredible growth and fulfillment, both personally and professionally.   Always empowering women, Marta Use Code EWP15 for 15% off your first Probiotic order at https://www.shopwithmerakico.com/   Let’s keep the conversation going! Website: martaspirk.comInstagram: @martaspirkFacebook: Marta Spirk Get ready to take notes and elevate your business's presence as we share over 30 visibility-boosting ideas (access it here: www.martaspirk.com/visibility) and introduce a mastermind program designed to keep you accountable and support your entrepreneurial journey. Get 30-day free trial of my membership! freegiftfrommarta.com MORE VISIBILITY MASTERMIND application: https://forms.gle/jegEmwzYsTPrH4oP8   One thing I don't talk about enough is the impact podcasting has had on my professional life, and how it opened so many doors for me. So if you want to start a podcast or you want to level up your current one, then you need to work with my podcast strategist, Juliana Barbati. She owns a podcast marketing and production agency and her team takes care of everything from editing and optimizing to scheduling for you making this process a breeze for you. She's seriously the best. All her info is in the show notes. You can go to julianabarbati.com and tell her I sent you.

Pioneering solutions for women's vaginal health with Giana Jarrah

Have you ever started something you love but found out it's hard to make money from it?    Many women entrepreneurs start businesses because they're passionate about something, but then they hit a big problem: money management and finding enough time to do everything they need to do.    It's like wanting to run before you can walk, very tricky!   Today I am thrilled to have Marley Majcher, the CEO of The Party Goddess, a celebrity-based catering and event planning company. Marley shares her entrepreneurial journey, starting from a summer of cooking school in Paris to establishing her successful business.    Marley opens up about the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial path, including the lessons she learned from financial missteps and personal challenges. She discusses the critical importance of financial awareness, urging entrepreneurs to pay attention to their business finances and time management. You’ll learn invaluable insights into avoiding common pitfalls that many new business owners face.   Join us as Marley inspires us to look beyond the glamour of success and focus on the foundational elements that truly sustain a business over time.   Always empowering women, Marta   Let’s keep the conversation going! Website: martaspirk.comInstagram: @martaspirkFacebook: Marta Spirk Get ready to take notes and elevate your business's presence as we share over 30 visibility-boosting ideas (access it here: www.martaspirk.com/visibility) and introduce a mastermind program designed to keep you accountable and support your entrepreneurial journey. Get 30-day free trial of my membership! freegiftfrommarta.com MORE VISIBILITY MASTERMIND application: https://forms.gle/jegEmwzYsTPrH4oP8    About Marley: Marley Majcher, CEO of The Party Goddess!, has planned events for A-list celebs, such as Pierce Brosnan and Sofia Vergara, and now, with her book, But Are You Making Any Money?, she has become a sought-after expert on issues and trends facing entrepreneurs and small business owners. Her business savvy has been cited in The Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, Entrepreneur magazine and more. For more information, please visit www.marleymajcher.com, or follow @ThePartyGoddess on Twitter and Instagram.   Connect with Marley: Websites: thepartygoddess.com   theprofitgoddess.com IG: @thepartygoddess    @theprofitgoddess TikTok: @thepartygoddess1

Love what you do but not making money? Here's how to build a profitable business with Marley Majcher

Feeling stuck and unsure about your path in life?    Many of us spend years chasing what society tells us we should want, only to end up feeling unfulfilled and questioning our purpose. It's easy to fall into the trap of following a path laid out for us, losing sight of who we truly are and what we genuinely desire.    But what if we could rewrite the journey laid out before us?   In today's episode, we dive deep into the journey of self-discovery and empowerment with our guest, Jenna Donohue. Jenna shares her career transition from leading tech teams in the corporate world to discovering her calling in helping others unlock their true purpose.    Jenna walks us through the concept of inner guidance and how it can be a powerful tool in navigating life's challenges. She explains how facing our fears and embracing our true selves can open up a world of possibilities, allowing us to live more authentically and purposefully.    With practical advice and inspiring stories, Jenna shows us how to connect with our inner voice, trust our journey, and step into our power. Learn how to live from the heart, break free from societal expectations, and create a vision that truly resonates with your innermost desires.    Tune in to discover how to access your inner guidance and live the life you were meant to lead.   Always empowering women, Marta   Let’s keep the conversation going! Website: martaspirk.comInstagram: @martaspirkFacebook: Marta Spirk Get ready to take notes and elevate your business's presence as we share over 30 visibility-boosting ideas (access it here: www.martaspirk.com/visibility) and introduce a mastermind program designed to keep you accountable and support your entrepreneurial journey. Get 30-day free trial of my membership! freegiftfrommarta.com MORE VISIBILITY MASTERMIND application: https://forms.gle/jegEmwzYsTPrH4oP8   One thing I don't talk about enough is the impact podcasting has had on my professional life, and how it opened so many doors for me. So if you want to start a podcast or you want to level up your current one, then you need to work with my podcast strategist, Juliana Barbati. She owns a podcast marketing and production agency and her team takes care of everything from editing and optimizing to scheduling for you making this process a breeze for you. She's seriously the best. All her info is in the show notes. You can go tojulianabarbati.com and tell her I sent you.   About Jenna: Jenna is a coach, consultant, and guide, with a background in sales, leadership and culture in the corporate world. She works with those who are called to step into the unknown, and allow their inner knowing and intuition to guide them towards their bigger purpose in this lifetime.   She has had the opportunity to learn from top leaders and teachers all over the world, on topics from spirituality, shadow work, IFS, chakras, ancestral medicine, energy work, and meditation; to business mastery and entrepreneurship. She hosts the Inner Guidance podcast, is working on a book, and provides 1:1 containers for individuals called to deepen their purpose and inner work, and for Companies looking to transform their culture to align with more purpose and connection   Connect with Jenna: Website: www.jennadonohue.me IG: @jdonohue  Free chakra guide: https://jennadonohue.myflodesk.com/chakraguide   Masterclass: Trust Your Intuition: Discover your path forward using your Inner Guidance: https://www.jennadonohue.com/      

Feeling stuck in your career? How to trust your inner guidance and find your true purpose with Jenna Donohue

We've all faced moments of doubt, where the path ahead seems uncertain and our dreams a bit too distant.  But what if the secret to overcoming challenges lies in embracing our authentic selves and pursuing our passions with strong determination? In this episode, Amanda Dorenberg shares her unconventional journey from being a fashion model to becoming the CEO of Billboard Magazine Canada and president of COMMB and how she uses setbacks as stepping stones to success. Listen in as Amanda shares the significance of authenticity, networking, recognizing your worth in building a successful business, and how embracing both our strengths and weaknesses can lead to trust and open doors to opportunities. You’ll gain practical tips on how women entrepreneurs can make a mark in male-dominated industries. Never forget what empowered women can bring to the table! Always empowering women, Marta   Let’s keep the conversation going! Website: martaspirk.comInstagram: @martaspirkFacebook: Marta Spirk   Get ready to take notes and elevate your business's presence as we share over 30 visibility-boosting ideas (access it here: www.martaspirk.com/visibility) and introduce a mastermind program designed to keep you accountable and support your entrepreneurial journey. Get 30-day free trial of my membership! freegiftfrommarta.com   MORE VISIBILITY MASTERMIND application: https://forms.gle/jegEmwzYsTPrH4oP8   One thing I don't talk about enough is the impact podcasting has had on my professional life, and how it opened so many doors for me. So if you want to start a podcast or you want to level up your current one, then you need to work with my podcast strategist, Juliana Barbati. She owns a podcast marketing and production agency and her team takes care of everything from editing and optimizing to scheduling for you making this process a breeze for you. She's seriously the best. All her info is in the show notes. You can go tojulianabarbati.com and tell her I sent you.   About Amanda: Amanda Dorenberg is an esteemed technology and marketing executive, renowned for her ability to disrupt traditional industries through the application of new and emerging technologies. With a track record that has garnered recognition from top national and international media outlets such as Forbes Tech and Wired Magazine, Amanda's expertise in data, ad-tech, and out-of-home advertising is unparalleled. As the President of COMMB (Canadian Out-of-Home Marketing & Measurement Bureau), she spearheads innovative change and utilizes her deep tech background, product development acumen, and growth marketing skills to revolutionize the out-of-home industry across Canada.  Amanda's impressive career includes notable positions such as Partner and CIO at FrontRunner Technologies, a leading DOOH company in North America, where she leveraged her expertise to drive disruptive growth. She also served as Chief Mar-Tech Officer for blockchain venture-consulting firm Centrys Inc., where she led impactful growth marketing and product development initiatives. Amanda's versatile expertise in blockchain, AI/ML, and advertising has made her a sought-after independent consultant in the industry.  With her compelling background in thought leadership and mentorship, Amanda is a natural fit for podcasts catering to business-minded individuals eager to expand their knowledge. CEOs, CMOs, investors, advertising executives, marketing executives, brands, agencies, and other professionals in the industry will greatly benefit from Amanda's insights. She is poised to deliver captivating discussions on data-driven advertising, the future of ad-tech, and the impact of out-of-home advertising in the ever-evolving digital landscape.   Moreover, Amanda's inspirational journey as a successful woman in tech and business leader adds an empowering dimension to her expertise. Engage with Amanda Dorenberg on your podcast to captivate and educate your audience with her unrivaled knowledge and motivational speaking that empowers women in the tech and business world.   Connect with Amanda: Website: https://linktr.ee/amandadorenberg IG: https://www.instagram.com/amandadorenberg  

Surviving and Living Unapologetically with MICHELLE MRAS

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