Business on the Vine

By Lady Jen Du Plessis

Business on the Vine is the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs and business leaders who crave innovation and inspiration. Hosted by Lady Jen Du Plessis, this modern and dynamic series uncorks the real... more

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The podcast currently has 44 episodes available.

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September 10, 2025The Play Sheet: Turning Sports Strategy into Business Success with Brian Hurtak
Join host Lady Jen Du Plessis as she sits down with Fortune 100 executive and author Brian Hurtak to explore how sports-inspired strategies can help professionals overcome information overload. Discover the power of "The Play Sheet"—a simple, actionable framework for turning knowledge into results in business, parenting, and life. Learn how to build your own playbook, run the right plays, and make winning adjustments every week.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: ⁠⁠https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration⁠⁠
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Get to know Brian Hurtak
Brian Hurtak is a Fortune 100 business executive with more than fifteen years of experience and an MBA from the Scheller College of Business at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
He has ties to football institutions like St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Valdosta State University. He currently lives with his wife, Erica, and their two children in south Texas, where he also has ties to several schools under the Friday night lights.
He was named “40 Under 40” by the San Antonio Business Journal, co-chaired the forty-fifth class of Leadership San Antonio, and serves on numerous nonprofit boards, including San Antonio Sports.
Connect with Brian
Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572239865532

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bdhurtak/

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianhurtak/

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30min
September 03, 2025The Power of Presence: Leading with Authenticity and Heart with Katherine Lazaruk
Join Lady Jen and guest Katherine Lazaruk as they explore the transformative power of authentic presence in leadership. Katherine, a professional presence expert, shares practical strategies for leading with heart, building genuine connections, and advancing gender parity in the workplace. Discover how embracing authenticity can empower you and your team to thrive.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: ⁠https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration⁠
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Get to know Katherine Lazaruk
Katherine Lazaruk is a professional presence expert who helps leaders and their teams walk the walk, talk the talk and look the part. She is passionate about achieving gender parity in her lifetime and through her coaching, consulting, and speaking, she works with women and champions of women to get more women into senior leadership faster. Recognizing that we are currently in a shifting paradigm, she works within the system to change the system for teams and individuals alike to create a kinder, gentler, and more effective world.
Katherine holds degrees in Voice Performance and Education, holds her second level international designation of Certified Image Professional (CIP) with the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) and her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) designation with the International Coach Federation (ICF). She has also been Vice-Chair of the Women’s Leadership Council Advisory Committee with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and served for six years as the Secretary of the AICI Canada Chapter Board. She has been a member of the nominations committee for the YWCA Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards and volunteered with two of their programs for women, sharing her expertise on professional presence and currently serves on the Global DEI Committee for AICI.
Katherine lives in Vancouver and spends her spare time singing in various genres, writing and publishing books of “long stories in short poems” (katherinelazaruk.com) and hanging out at concerts and movies with her husband and her wide circle of friends. She enjoys challenging conversations, is relentlessly curious and can be slightly irreverent from time to time. Her newest book, “Executive Being: Humanizing Business One Leader at a Time” will be released in late fall 2024. The presale list is open and can be found here.
Connect with Katherine
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LazarukConsultingInc

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinelazaruk

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinelazaruk/

Website: https://lzrkconsulting.com/

Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Katherine-Lazaruk/author/B0BPK2BR6W?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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40min
August 27, 2025 Harvesting Success: The Power of Response Over Reaction with Lady Jen Du Plessis
In this episode of Business on the Vine, Lady Jen Du Plessis explores the crucial distinction between reacting and responding in business. She delves into the importance of emotional intelligence and how thoughtful decision-making can elevate your entrepreneurial success. Tune in to learn how to avoid knee-jerk reactions and make better, more informed choices for your business.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at https://supportfromjen.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis
Free Gifts: https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration

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11min
August 20, 2025Speak Up, Stand Out: How to Grow Your Business with Your Voice with Danny Brassell
Join host Lady Jen Du Plessis as she sits down with Dr. Danny Brassell, PhD to explore the power of authentic speaking in business and leadership. Discover why embracing your failures, injecting humor, and connecting with your audience are the keys to standing out in a noisy world. Danny shares practical strategies, memorable stories, and his WRAP approach to help you grow your influence and have more fun along the way.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration
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Get to know Dr. Danny Brassell
A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell (www.DannyBrassell.com) has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide. He has authored 18 books, including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. The co-founder of The WellCrafted Story Workshop™, Danny helps entrepreneurs, individuals and organizations leverage speaking on stages as a major client lead source that converts.
Connect with Dr. Danny
YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/DannyBrassell

X: https://www.twitter.com/DannyBrassell

Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/DannyBrassell

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassell

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36min
August 13, 2025 Holding Back or Powering Ahead: The Anchor vs Engine with Lady Jen Du Plessis
In this episode, we explore the powerful metaphor of anchors and engines—what holds us back and what propels us forward. Join us as we discuss how to identify the anchors in your life and transform them into engines for growth. Whether in business, relationships, or personal development, discover practical strategies to accelerate your journey and leave unnecessary weight behind.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: ⁠https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration

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11min
August 06, 2025The Power of Strategic Intentionality in Business Leadership with Victoria Pelletier
Discover how strategic intentionality can transform your approach to leadership and business growth in this episode featuring Victoria Pelletier, the renowned "Turnaround Queen." We dive into the power of making bold, data-driven decisions, building the right structures, and leading with purpose in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Tune in for actionable insights on breaking the cycle of status quo and designing a business that thrives.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Hustle to Harmoney Masterclass: https://go.jenduplessis.com/masterclass-registration
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Get to know Victoria Pelletier
Victoria is a 20+ year Corporate Executive, Board Director, #1 selling author and Professional Public Speaker. Nicknamed the “Turn Around Queen” and the “CEO Whisperer” by former colleagues and employers, Victoria inspires and empowers her team and clients to change mindsets and drive growth in business, leadership and culture.
As someone who does not subscribe to the status quo, she is always ready for new challenges becoming one of the youngest Chief Operating Officers at the age of 24, president by 35 and a CEO at age 41.
Victoria was recognized as one of the 100 Global Outstanding LGBTQ Executive Role Models by Involve (sponsored by YouTube), a 2023 Women of Influence by South Florida Business Journal, a semi-finalist in the 2023 50/50 Women on Boards Women to Watch, 2022 Top 30 Most Influential Business Leaders in Tech by CIOLook, 2022 Most Influential Entrepreneur of the Year by World Magazine, 2021’s Top 50 Business Leader in Technology by Insight Magazine and a Mentor of the Year by Women in Communications & Technology in 2020. HSBC bank awarded her the Diversity & Inclusion in Innovation award in 2019 and she was IBM’s #1 Global Social Seller ranked by LinkedIn in 2019 and 2020.

Connect with Victoria
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Victoria.Pelletier.Unstoppable/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoria_pelletier_unstoppable/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriapelletier/

Website: https://victoria-pelletier.com/

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32min
July 30, 2025 The Power of Motivate vs. Inspire with Lady Jen Du Plessis
In this episode, we explore the subtle yet powerful differences between motivation and inspiration, and how each can impact your journey toward personal and professional growth. Join us as we share real stories, expert insights, and practical tips to help you harness both forces in your daily life. Discover which one truly drives lasting change—and how to cultivate it for yourself.
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Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at https://supportfromjen.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis
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14min
July 23, 2025 Magnetic Moves: Attracting Success Without the Chase with Lady Jen Du Plessis
In this episode of Business on the Vine, Lady Jen Du Plessis dives into the concept of finding versus attracting clients and partners. She discusses the importance of clarity in communication and how specificity can transform your approach to business relationships. Whether you're seeking connections or aiming to attract them, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you succeed.
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Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at https://supportfromjen.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis
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16min
July 16, 2025Breaking the Mold: Building a Business That Reflects You with Dr. Christiane Schroeter
Discover the transformative journey of Dr. Christiane Schroeter, a business and wellness coach, as she delves into the importance of small, intentional actions over grand leaps. Learn about her unique approach that blends European structure with Californian freestyle living, aiming to help entrepreneurs thrive without burnout. Join Lady Jen Du Plessis and Dr. Schroeter in this insightful episode focused on achieving harmony in the hustle.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Get to know Dr. Christiane Schroeter
Dr. Christiane Schroeter is a Business and Wellness Coach, award-winning Professor, and bestselling author. She created Petite Practice™ to help professionals achieve success through small, intentional actions. As the host of the globally ranked, Top 1% podcast Happy Healthy Hustle, she empowers entrepreneurs to build thriving businesses without stress or burnout. Her latest book, Discover Your Superpower, includes exclusive podcast episodes packed with expert insights, helping readers apply what they learn in real time.
Connect with Dr. Christiane
Facebook: https://facebook.com/doctorchristiane

Instagram: https://instagram.com/doctor.christiane

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/doctor.christiane

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/christianeschroeter/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hello.happy.nest

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/doctorchristiane/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@doctor.christiane

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@doctor.christiane

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41min
July 09, 2025From Cost to Capital: The Talent Investment with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer
In this episode of Business on the Vine, host Lady Jen Du Plessis sits down with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, a USA Today bestselling author, executive coach, and human capital strategist. They discuss Cynthia's journey from broadcasting to business, the importance of moving beyond outdated paradigms in human resources, and practical tips for entrepreneurs to stay focused and build world-class teams. Tune in to discover how small daily pivots can significantly impact your business growth and personal development.
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Connect with Lady Jen
Connect and Schedule a Strategy call at ⁠⁠⁠https://supportfromjen.com/⁠⁠⁠
YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LadyJenDuPlessis⁠⁠⁠
Free Gifts: ⁠⁠⁠https://jenduplessis.com/gifts/⁠⁠⁠
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Get to know Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer
Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is a USA Today bestselling author, board-certified executive coach, and human capital strategist with over 30 years of experience transforming how organizations unlock human potential.
She’s the creator of two acclaimed frameworks:
Now, Near, Next: A practical guide for mid-career women to move from professional serendipity to intentional advancement — a personal and professional growth roadmap empowering women to reclaim agency and design their future with purpose.
Human Capital Investment Strategy (HCIS): Six steps to cultivate potential and yield competitive advantage — an investment-based approach helping leaders treat talent not as a cost, but as their most appreciating asset.
Cynthia works at the intersection of strategy and soul, helping leaders and organizations move beyond outdated paradigms and into sustainable, people-powered growth. Her mantra, Move the Line, is a bold invitation to question arbitrary limits on readiness, talent, time, inclusion, and possibility.

Connect with Dr. Cynthia
Website: www.cynthiabentzenmercer.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiamercer/

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32min

FAQs about Business on the Vine:

How many episodes does Business on the Vine have?

The podcast currently has 44 episodes available.