Birth2Boardroom Podcast - Empowering Women to Lead. Thrive. Succeed

Your body knew your boundaries long before you had the words to express them. In this deeply vulnerable love note to her younger self, Dr. Zoe Rapoport shares a truth every woman needs to hear: you were trained to override your instincts, to be agreeable, to keep the peace at all costs. But every time you ignored that feeling in your gut, it didn't make you more successful -- it made you more disconnected from yourself. Dr. Zoe's message is clear: you can trust the pause. You can trust the no. The relationships that are real won't be damaged by a boundary -- they'll be strengthened. And the only things that fall away are the roles you never asked for in the first place.🔗 Watch the full episode airing on Tuesday, September 8th on the Birth2Boardroom channel👥 Follow Birth2Boardroom for more conversations that empower women to lead, thrive, and succeed.

Has anyone ever called you "difficult" for simply speaking up? In this powerful teaser, Dr. Zoe Rapoport flips the script on the labels women have been handed for generations. She explains how the words "difficult," "rude," and "unkind" have been weaponized to keep women in passive roles -- and why being called difficult is actually a badge of honor. Dr. Zoe challenges you to think about the last time you saw a woman stand up for herself. Did you think she was difficult? Or did you think she was strong and brave? This is a must-listen for any woman who has ever been silenced by a label.🔗 Watch the full episode dropping on Tuesday, September 8th on the Birth2Boardroom channel 👥 Follow Birth2Boardroom for more conversations that empower women to lead, thrive, and succeed.

What would you do if you had no backup plan — just your intuition and a dream?This week on Birth2Boardroom, Kristina Gent shares her incredible journey from the hospitality industry to becoming CEO of SIX Degrees Connections in San Diego — a city where she knew absolutely nobody when she started.In this episode, Kristina opens up about:Going all in without a safety net — and why removing the "quit button" made her a better leaderTrusting her intuition even when fear and logic said otherwiseRedefining success as "Sixcess" — measured by relationships, not statusBuilding community where women thrive through safety, not competitionA love note to her younger self that will leave you speechlessIf you've ever stood at the edge of a big decision and wondered whether to jump — this one's for you. Kristina's story is proof that when we bet on ourselves, we don't just build businesses. We build lives of meaning.Grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and let this conversation remind you: you are already enough. 💜Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode!#Birth2Boardroom #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #TrustYourIntuition #RedefiningSuccess #WomenEmpoweringWomen #CommunityBuilding #TakeTheLeap #YouAreEnough

What would you say to the woman you were before you took the leap? In this emotional highlight from the Birth2Boardroom podcast, Kristina Gent shares a powerful love note to her younger self — reminding us to trust the adventure, choose curiosity over judgment, and know that we are already enough. Grab a tissue and press play.

What if success isn't about fame or money — but about the depth of your relationships? Kristina Gent, CEO of Six Degrees Networking, shares how she redefined success as "Sixcess" — building a community where status games disappear and genuine connection thrives. A refreshing take on what it means to truly succeed.

Your brain is wired to keep you safe — but growth lives on the other side of fear. In this clip from the Birth2Boardroom podcast, Kristina Gent breaks down how she learned to trust her intuition, push through the alarm bells, and take risks that paid off. If you've been hesitating on a big decision, this one's for you.

This conversation stopped me in my tracks — and I know it will do the same for you. 💛In this episode of Birth to Boardroom, we had the absolute honor of sitting down with Christine Schoendorff — a devoted educator, a deeply loving mother, and one of the strongest women I have ever had the privilege of interviewing.Christine's story is not one of a perfect life. It's one of a woman who faced an abusive childhood, multiple miscarriages, silent grief, and the relentless pressure of trying to be everything to everyone — and chose, again and again, to rise.Here's what this conversation taught me:💛 Your pain can become your greatest purpose.💛 Presence is always more powerful than perfection.💛 The fact that you're trying means you are already enough.💛 Speaking your truth doesn't just heal you — it heals others.Christine's middle name is Joy — and after this conversation, you'll understand exactly why. Her faith, her resilience, and her radical transparency are a reminder that the strongest women are often the quietest fighters.Whether you're a mom, a teacher, a woman navigating loss, or someone who simply needs to hear that they are not alone — this episode is for you.🎙️ Watch now, share it with a woman who needs it, and remember: your story is not over. The best is still ahead.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode that could change your life.#BirthToBoardroom #WomenEmpowerment #FromBrokenToBeloved #PresentOverPerfect #MiscarriageAwareness #HealingJourney #YouAreEnough #Faith #Resilience #WorkingMoms #WomenWhoLead #SilentStruggles #PodcastForWomen #MentalHealth #Authenticity #WomenSupportingWomen #Overcomer #NewEpisode #PodcastAlert #ChristineSchoendorff

Perfection is overrated — presence is everything.In this honest and heartfelt teaser, Christine gets real about the pressure so many of us feel to have it all together. The guilt of not doing enough, being enough, or showing up perfectly — it's exhausting. But what if the best thing you could offer wasn't perfection, but simply you, fully present?Christine's words are a powerful reminder that doing your best — even on the hard days — is more than enough. You don't have to be perfect. You just have to keep showing up.Watch the full episode dropping on Tuesday, July 21st and give yourself permission to let go of perfect and embrace present.🔔 Subscribe for more real, raw conversations that remind you of your worth.

You are not alone — and your story deserves to be heard.In this powerful teaser, Christine opens up about one of the most silent struggles so many women carry: miscarriage, and the weight of balancing grief with the demands of everyday life. For too long, these experiences have been suffered in silence — but Christine's voice is changing that.When she chose to speak up, something incredible happened: women came forward from everywhere, finally feeling seen and understood for the first time.If you've ever felt like you had to hide your pain to keep going — this conversation is for you. 💛Your voice is powerful. Your story matters. And you are so much stronger than you know.Watch the full episode dropping on Tuesday, July 21st and join a community of women choosing courage over silence.🔔 Subscribe and never miss a conversation that could remind you: you are not alone.

What if your greatest pain became your greatest purpose?In this moving teaser, Christine shares a raw and beautiful love letter to her younger self — a reminder that your past does not define you, your scars do not diminish you, and your struggles are quietly shaping you into someone extraordinary.If you've ever felt broken, overlooked, or like you're carrying more than you can bear — this one's for you. Your story isn't over. In fact, the best chapters may still be ahead.Watch the full episode dropping on Tuesday, July 21st and discover how Christine went From Broken to Beloved.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode that could change your life.