Balance Boldly: Intimacy and Impact in Business

Our next guest is a Baltimore, Maryland, native, dedicated to empowering clients and nursing professionals with impactful, resilience-building tools that help them make informed wellness choices. She’s a trailblazing black female entrepreneur who is leading powerful discussions around cannabis inclusive patient care and restructuring the stigmatized industry. Today, host Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Ashley to talk about multiple distinctions, starting with distinguishing between being rebellious and reckless when you use your power for the good of all humans by starting with those barricaded under stigma.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

-The importance of developing resilience in your own life

-The benefits of medicinal cannabis on anxiety

-Honoring the distinguished difference between being rebellious and reckless

-Why it’s important to speak up against stigmas based on outdated patriarchal systems

-How restructuring a stigmatized industry allows you to show up fully instead of fragmented

More about Ashley Winn-Grimes

Ashley Wynn-Grimes BSN, RN is the Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC, author of “Stigmatized”, and the children’s book “Asa’s Medicine.” During her impressive career, Ashley has worked in various healthcare settings, including telemetry nursing, quality improvement, and professional development. She is responsible for trail-blazing non-traditional cannabis patient care programs in Maryland that offer standardized approaches to dispensing cannabis for nursing professionals and children in school settings. Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and

Master’s Degree in Nurse Education from Towson University, and in 2021, she was chosen for Baltimore Business Journal Leaders in Health Care. Ashley also has a certification in Professional Development and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Contact Ashley Winn-Grimes

http://www.cannabisnursingsolutions.com/

https://www.instagram.com/cannabisnursingsolutions/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-the-cannabis-nurse-b107866b/

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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Tracy Crossley is a Behavioral Expert, Author, and Podcast Host of two weekly podcasts. With her background in business, marketing, psychology, ontological coaching, emotional intelligence, and intuitive abilities, Tracy is the gamechanger for women leaders looking to reinvent how they live and lead from the inside out. On today’s episode, host, Naketa Ren Thigpen explores the personal and professional journey Tracy has had to navigate through her own issues, confronting fears of loss, and focusing on growing confidence and self-worth. Through sacrifices and self-reflection, Tracy realizes the importance of not sacrificing herself to meet others' expectations. Tune in and hear how her story serves as a powerful reminder that embracing emotions and pursuing holistic well-being are key components of a fulfilling life.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

- The power of women founders and entrepreneur focusing on personal leadership

- How people reveal their true selves in conversation

- Benefits of addressing shame, guilt and difficulties connecting

- Alternative methods for personal growth and moving forward

- Examining how fear prevents us from addressing internal issues

More about Tracy Crossley

Tracy Crossley innovates in a crowded marketplace of coaches, counselors, and mentors. She has perfected a method for real change no matter what circumstances are occurring in the life of an individual, personally or in business. Host of two weekly podcasts, Freedom from Attachment has over 600 episodes with monologues focusing on leaving insecurities behind and gives a “how to” so they stop standing in the way of how you want to feel, live and love!

Tracy’s newest show, The Power of Me: Creating Meaningful Success is specifically focused on female leaders and the issues many have with emotional well-being, bias, expectations, self-doubt, always being in the emotional struggle and learning to trust themselves to do it their way all the time.

Contact Tracy Crossley

https://tracycrossley.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TransformativeCoach

https://www.instagram.com/tracylcrossley

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracycrossley/

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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Our next guest isn’t just passionate about transforming relationships, he’s ignited highest when he can help couples transform fast! Jon Dabach is a couples counselor and relationship coach, known as Mr. Spirituality by clients and followers of his engaging podcast, Relationship Revival. Today, Jon is in the studio with host, Naketa Ren Thigpen to talk about complacency in your relationships and career path and the ripples that are created when you lean in and choose to be happy.

Get ready to be inspired! Tune in now.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

- How happiness is connected to doing what you love doing most

- A reminder of how impactful your purpose is for the next generation

- Why it’s important to dress up for date night

- The benefit of speaking in your partners love language

- Bringing passion back into your relationship can be as easy as 1,2,3

- Bonus>>Why men should plan all the date nights moving forward…

Contact Jon Dabach

https://mrspirituality.com

https://facebook.com/mrspirituality

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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By the age of 23, our next guest was managing a multi-million-dollar property asset in Charlotte, NC. She went on to become one of the youngest Sales & Marketing representatives for a custom home builder in the Charlotte region, where she developed a love of helping people achieve their own piece of the American dream through home ownership. From climbing the career ladder and pushing back against the status quo to create change within systems of injustice and inequity, Alyse Maslonik is on a mission to end generational poverty. Today, host of the BBP, Naketa Ren Thigpen, sits down to chat with Alyse on how she’s created work/life (and LOVE) balance that allows space for her continued push for impact.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

- What you can do when you feel like every odd is against you

- How to reclaim your power for yourself (and) use it to help others claim their own

- What moving into the fear you feel can do for your purpose

- The next step you can take today to push back against the status quo

More about Alyse Maslonik

Alyse began her life as a child of unfortunate circumstances. Through those tough experiences, she was determined to make the world a better place for others and used her desire to escape her surroundings as fuel to push others forward. At age 21, with a measly $63 dollars to her name, she packed up everything she owned and set out on a journey to change her life.

Reflecting on her journey from humble beginnings to success, she contemplated how to give back to children that need it most. As a need-based scholarship recipient in her childhood, Alyse recognized the significance her education had in her ability to stop the cycle of generational poverty.

Contact Alyse Maslonik

RedefinED Advisors

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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Our guest today has been leading the fast-growing manufacturing and technology company StoneAge as CEO and Board of Director for well over a decade. As an Advisor, Author, Speaker, and Multi-stream Podcast Host, Kerry Siggins is on a mission to create winning cultures through her sought-after expertise in executive presence and business model transformations. Host, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Kerry to talk about how understanding conflict influences your leadership and ultimate impact.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

-How to lead and be worth following

-Management transitions can be smoother with strategically utilized reflections

-How understanding conflict influences your leadership and ultimate impact

-The power of embracing your flaws as a gift to learn from

-Discover how healing that is released from your vulnerability can ripple for generations

More about Kerry Siggins

In 2015, Kerry successfully transitioned StoneAge ownership structure to an ESOP, ensuring that all employees share in the success of the company through employee ownership. Kerry is a helpful and impactful board member and business advisor due to her success and experience in scaling companies and building world-class cultures.

As a globally dynamic, sought-after speaker, Kerry infuses some of her insights in popular features such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Authority Magazine, and BIC Magazine to name a few.

Contact Kerry Siggins

www.KerrySiggins.com

https://www.instagram.com/kerry.siggins

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-siggins

Kerry on YouTube

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!

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Savvy Clover Coaching & Consulting's CEO and founder is Brandy Mabra, serves as a CEO Coach for private practice owners in healthcare. With over 15 years of experience in business management and leadership, she has successfully navigated various business environments, transforming chaotic practices into efficient and lucrative enterprises. As she’s learned a thing or two over the years, a huge takeaway for her has been the power of embracing change. Brandy is also the creator of Private Practice CEO™, a school designed to empower private practice owners to embrace their CEO roles, leading their businesses with ease, streamlining operations, and cultivating a team capable of functioning independently. Today, Brandy sits down with host, Naketa Ren Thigpen on the Balance Boldly Podcast to discuss choosing yourself while building a thriving service-based business.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

- How your niche can call you forth vs constantly seeking it out

- The greatness that lies on the opposite side of your permission to pivot

- What can happen when you release mom-guilt, and de-shame busyness

- Bonus benefits that arise when you show up fully in life and business that overflow into your children

- When it’s time to be honest about the need to do something different

More about Brandy Mabra

Brandy enjoys working with diverse business climates, turning hot mess practices into well-oiled and profitable machines. Brandy has spent her career building, growing and leading multi-million dollar practices and now uses her skill set to help other women private practice owners to scale their practices for growth, sustainability and profit.

Contact Brandy Mabra

Scale Your Practice Seminar - https://savvyclovercoaching.lpages.co/2-day-seminar/

Business Health Checklist - https://savvy-clover-coaching-consulting.ck.page/18ae10d8bf

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/savvyclovercoaching/

Website - www.savvyclover.com

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!

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Mary Katherine Stahl, known as MK, is a multi-location Fit Body Boot Camp owner and Community Manager for the franchise. As the voice of the people and the face of the organization, MK is also the host of the Beyond the Scale podcast. Wearing a few legacy making hats, MK is a mom and wife and is passionate about helping others live their best life on their own terms, especially when it comes to balancing motherhood and business ownership. Today, MK sits down with host, Naketa Ren Thigpen on the BBP and talks about her journey from Cracker Barrel Weekend Waitressing to Owning 3 franchise locations wearing all her hats.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

-Establishing a positive mindset for optimal health and wealth

-First step to take to take today if you’re stuck with choosing what to do next in business

-The importance of giving yourself grace after life kicks sand in your eyes

Contact MK Stahl

Fit Body Boot Camp

MK on LinkedIn

MK on Facebook

MK on Instagram

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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Our next guest has a story that too many families relate to in secret shame, weighted under the blanket of grief, loss, and jaggedly steered emotional rollercoasters. Author Tasha Van Howe boldly stepped outside of herself to write a novel penned under the title, Miss Me Always, for anyone who has ever experienced loss or struggled with infertility or the adoption vortex. A personal tale of tragedy and triumph that love helped her conquer, host, Naketa Ren Thigpen sits down with Tasha to talk about how she is absorbing beauty while navigating the brutal along her journey.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

• Transforming life perspectives: insights on experience and family dynamics

• Preserving your identity: strategies to keep afloat during mental health struggles

• Maintaining relationships amidst grief: the importance of keeping your partner close in times of loss

• Harnessing emotion: the power of boundaries and expressing feelings freely

More about Tasha Van Howe

Tasha Van Howe was born and raised in sunny Southern California, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Jeff. Tasha has always had a love of writing, awarding her scholars in school. She draws inspiration for her writing through life experiences and the people she loves. Based out of Alta Loma, California as a travel advisor, Tasha and her husband spend their free time traveling around the world or taking their dogs on road trips throughout the U.S. Tasha worked in hospitality industry for 12 years including as a General Manager for a Marriott and Director of Sales and Events at a Hilton. For over a decade, she and her husband have continued to share their time giving back by hosting annual toy and jacket drives and a back-to-school fundraiser for their local children’s home

Contact Tasha Van Howe

https://tashavanhowe.com/

https://www.instagram.com/authorvanhowe/

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

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Shiloh Johnson, MST, CPA, is the CEO and Founder of ComplYant, a cutting-edge digital tax assistant helping small business owners and entrepreneurs with a simple way to manage their business taxes. Shiloh is one of only 10 Black women to ever raise over $12M in Venture Capital, and she’s been featured in Forbes Next 1000, Bloomberg Tax, Afrotech, Crains, Glamour, and Built In’s “Best Places to Work in 2023. Today she sits down with host, Naketa Ren Thigpen on the Balance Boldly Podcast and discuss her journey, honoring her difference as she creates a work place culture people love, and the benefits of listening to your body while growing a thriving business.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

- What the journey from CPA to founder looks like for Black Woman in the United States

-The behind the scenes of fundraising millions as a single mom of three incredible humans and Black woman in FinTech

-The impact of building a highly productive and positive company culture of 53 employees

- How work life balance looks when you honor yourself by listening to your body

-The benefit of creating your own lane as a way to create your own balance

More about Shiloh Johnson

Shiloh Johnson is a long-time accountant and founder of ComplYant, a technology platform offering entrepreneurs stress free guidance to manage complex tax rules and regulations year-round. Rooted in the mission to remove tax barriers for small or underrepresented business owners, ComplYant offers unique solutions to not only help founders navigate their taxes, but to anticipate owed taxes and budget ahead of time.

Contact Shiloh Johnson

COMPLYANT website: https://complyant.co/

Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complyantapp

CEO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shilohajohnson

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!

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As the first-born daughter of Asian immigrants, Jean Tien was an obedient daughter who met her family's expectations of climbing the corporate ladder as a mark of success. After discovering that “happily ever after” doesn’t automatically happen when you start to make more money or follow the footprint of traditional success methods, she was motivated to create a new S.U.C.C.E.S.S Method for ambitious women, helping them achieve the success they never thought possible. Today, host Naketa Ren Thigpen, sits down on the BBP to talk with Jean about how being unapologetically authentic helped her create her own definition of success.

What to expect in today's BBP episode:

-What it means to live in the past tense and how NOT to relive it

-Discover the importance of energy, in and out of your body, is crucial for success

-When you create something, start with what you want to gift yourself that others could benefit from too

-Understanding work life balance is easiest when its fluid

More about Jean Tien

Jean Tien is the founder of the S.U.C.C.E.S.S Method for ambitious women to achieve the success they never thought possible. As a podcast host of the Being Unapologetically Authentically show and renowned guest, Jean is doubling down on making sure there is no ambitious woman left behind when it comes to having it all.

Contact Jean Tien

https://jeantien.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jeantien/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jean-tien/

https://twitter.com/jeantien

https://www.instagram.com/jeanftien/?hl=en

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On the Balance Boldly Podcast, host Naketa Ren Thigpen talks with ambitious women in business (and a few brave men) from a wide array of industries about their pursuit of success, how they face business burnout, navigate relationship hurdles, and what overall work/life balance looks like for them. Not your conventional personal development podcast, Balance Boldly uncovers real solutions to real problems afflicting real people at home and in the workplace, daily.

If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or your favorite podcast app to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review.

Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!

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