ConvHERsations with Kristie

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Robert Heath Sr., founder and CEO of Legacy Leadership Consulting Group, joins Kristie Clayton for a rich and powerful conversation about what it truly means to lead. Drawing from his background as a Marine Corps officer, educator, and executive coach, Robert shares how his journey shaped his belief that leadership isn’t about authority or title—it’s about connection, purpose, and legacy.

Robert and Kristie explore the critical difference between managing tasks and leading people, the emotional toll of perfectionism, and how even high-performing leaders can silently struggle. Robert offers perspective-shifting insights into why leadership requires humility, the courage to hold space for others, and a deep belief in the greatness within each person.

Throughout the episode, he reflects on how great leaders aren’t always visible—but their influence is felt deeply. From honoring the wisdom of past generations to celebrating current mentors and inspiring the future through his daughter, Robert offers a compelling reminder that legacy is not about leaving something behind—it’s about lifting others up.

This is a must-watch for anyone looking to lead with more purpose, empathy, and intention.

HERverse is a powerful peer community for women in leadership—Integrators, COOs, founders, and leadership team members—who are ready to grow, connect, and lead boldly.
Learn more or become a member at www.herverse.com.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, business coach and inVantage founder Kelly Renz joins Kristie for a powerful discussion about one of the most timely and important topics facing business owners today: selling your business.

Drawing from her deep experience working with companies through both acquisitions and exits, Kelly shares why more owners are starting to ask themselves, “What do I really want from this business—and from my life?” She and Kristie explore what it means to build a business that’s truly ready for sale, not just on paper but in practice. From culture alignment to leadership readiness, they highlight the less-talked-about side of selling: the emotional process, the identity shift for owners, and the responsibility leaders have to set their teams up for success.

They also dive into the difference between clinical, transactional sales and enriching, people-first transitions. Kelly shares what trends she’s seeing in the market, how business owners can begin getting informed about their valuation, and why running a business like it’s always for sale is a smart and strategic mindset—whether you plan to sell or not.

This episode is packed with wisdom for founders, fractional leaders, and anyone thinking about long-term value. And in the closing moments, Kelly offers heartfelt responses about the women who have inspired her, the future generation she hopes to uplift, and why empowering women leaders is more important than ever.

HERverse is a powerful peer community for women in leadership—Integrators, COOs, founders, and leadership team members—who are ready to grow, connect, and lead boldly.
Learn more or become a member at www.herverse.com.

This week on ConvHERsations with Kristie, we’re joined by Karyl Morris—visibility architect and personal brand strategist—for a powerful conversation about the connection between personal branding, leadership presence, and staying true to yourself.

Karyl shares her journey from image consulting to building a brand that helps others be seen—authentically and intentionally. She and Kristie unpack what it means to complement a business brand without becoming a carbon copy, why visibility matters for every leader (not just the founder), and how consistency across platforms builds trust.

From hiring aligned team members to showing up as the best version of yourself, this episode is packed with real-life stories and practical advice for anyone navigating leadership, career pivots, or fractional roles.

HERverse is a powerful peer community for women in leadership—Integrators, COOs, founders, and leadership team members—who are ready to grow, connect, and lead boldly.
Learn more or become a member at www.herverse.com.

In this powerful flip-the-script episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton steps into the guest seat as Kate Norton leads a heartfelt conversation about how HERverse began, what it’s become, and where it’s going.

Kristie reflects on the early days—feeling isolated as a second-in-command while her Visionary had access to countless peer groups—and the deep longing that sparked the creation of a space for Integrators and women leaders to grow together. What started as five women around a table has since grown into a thriving, intentional community built on trust, vulnerability, and bold leadership.

Together, Kristie and Kate explore what it means to build something bigger than yourself, how small circles of support scale into movements, and the “scare-sighted” moments that fueled HERverse’s expansion—beyond EOS, beyond Integrators, and into a full-spectrum network of second-in-command and department-level leaders.

This episode is a rare window into Kristie’s heart: her love for this community, the vision behind “Honor. Empower. Inspire.,” and her deep belief that leadership is not meant to be done alone.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with John Marshall, fractional CFO and founder of Series Next Solutions, to talk about the critical relationship between Integrators and CFOs—and how that partnership can drive clarity, alignment, and better business decisions.

John shares his perspective on what makes a CFO most effective: context. He explains that finance isn’t just about the numbers—it’s about understanding the story behind them. Integrators play a vital role in helping CFOs understand the unique rhythms, levers, and nuances of the business so they can provide insights that actually move the company forward.

Together, Kristie and John explore how Integrators can better support their finance partners, why industry knowledge isn’t always a prerequisite, and what it looks like to build a high-functioning leadership team where everyone plays to their strengths.

Whether you're leading ops, finance, or a growing company—this episode is a smart, honest look at how collaboration between key roles unlocks smarter strategy and stronger execution.

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with Rebecca and James Lockwood to explore how business tools—like EOS®, Kolbe, and quarterly meetings—helped them transform their marriage.

Rebecca, a former Integrator and now business coach, and James, a full-time stay-at-home dad, open up about how they were living in two different worlds and nearly reached a breaking point. But by bringing home the same tools she used to help businesses thrive, Rebecca introduced structure, language, and shared vision into their relationship—sparking the creation of The Cohesive Couple, a relationship operating system that’s now helping other couples do the same.

Together, they share how concepts like Rocks, Colbe assessments, and weekly meetings helped them realign, communicate better, and dream again. From understanding love languages to managing conflict without blame, this conversation is a powerful example of what happens when you lead your personal life with the same intention you bring to your professional one.

Whether you're navigating the chaos of raising kids, running a business, or just trying to stay connected as partners—this one is for you.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton is joined by Faustina Kirchhoff, Integrator at AssistPro, for an honest conversation about growth, reinvention, and leading through change.

Faustina shares how AssistPro evolved from an early player in the virtual assistant space into a values-driven company redefining how support is delivered. Together, she and Kristie talk about what it takes to disrupt an industry, the messy middle between idea and execution, and the courage it takes to make hard decisions—especially when those decisions affect your team.

They dive into what it looks like to test and launch a new business model, how to separate what your company does from the value it delivers, and why simplicity doesn’t mean sacrificing quality. Faustina also opens up about how she and her visionary, Jenna, leaned into long-term trust, sales feedback, and financial data to guide big changes—and what she learned about herself as a leader in the process.

If you’ve ever been in the trenches of change, questioning if the hard decisions are worth it, this episode will remind you: you’re not alone. And yes—it is worth it.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton is joined by Adi Klevit, founder of Business Success Consulting Group, for a deep dive into the power of process—and how documented systems can unlock clarity, consistency, and freedom for entrepreneurs and teams alike.

Adi shares her journey from industrial engineer to process consultant, and how her passion for bringing order to chaos led her to build a thriving business around documenting and implementing core procedures. Together, she and Kristie unpack why processes often get a bad reputation, how to make them flexible instead of rigid, and how teams of all Kolbe strengths can contribute to their success.

They also explore the mindset shift needed to create a process-driven culture, the difference between broken systems and people problems, and when (and how often) to review and revise your processes. Whether you're scaling your business, onboarding new team members, or simply tired of reinventing the wheel—this episode is full of practical insights and energizing encouragement.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with Katie Walter, fractional Chief Marketing Officer and CEO of the Fractional Conference, to unpack the rise of fractional work, the future of leadership, and the freedom that comes with redefining our relationship with work.

Katie shares how she moved from a $13B company into fractional leadership, finding her way through trial, clarity, and connection. She breaks down the difference between consultants, agencies, interim leaders, and true fractional executives—emphasizing how embedded, part-time leadership can unlock strategy, align execution, and truly move the needle for growing businesses. Together, Kristie and Katie explore the generational shift in how we view work, the importance of integrating our personal and professional lives, and the systems that still need to evolve—like healthcare—before this way of working becomes truly mainstream.

They also talk about the annual Fractional Conference, building community for solopreneurs and second-in-commands, and why now is the time for leaders—especially women—to build on their own terms.

If you're exploring fractional work, building a portfolio career, or simply questioning the old rules of success, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a roadmap forward.

In this heartfelt episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton welcomes Chris Dawson, co-founder of Bite7, to talk about how leaders can create teams that feel connected, empowered, and fulfilled—starting with belonging.

Chris, a former high school teacher and football coach, shares how his passion for culture and communication led to the creation of Bite7, a tool that helps leaders measure and meet the emotional and relational needs of their teams. Together with his partner Walt Brown, Chris developed a framework that focuses on Buy-in, Inclusion, Trust, and Engagement—alongside seven core human needs: to belong, believe, be accountable, be measured, be heard, be developed, and be balanced.

They discuss how a sense of belonging impacts confidence, autonomy, and energy both at work and at home—and how even simple, thoughtful actions can make a team member feel truly seen. From coaching fist bumps to personalized books at Summit, Chris shares real-life stories that show it doesn’t take much to make someone feel like they matter—it just takes intention.

This episode is a powerful reminder that great leadership is about serving others, making them feel valued, and creating cultures where people thrive—not just perform.