When I first said yes to applying for The Forum’s pitch program, I had no idea how much it would change me. In this episode, I share what happened behind the scenes of presenting our vision in front of 800+ people who genuinely wanted to see women entrepreneurs succeed. The biggest win wasn’t the outcome, it was the growth that came from putting my business in front of strangers, receiving honest feedback, and learning how to communicate my vision with confidence. 

I also reflect on the power of being fully seen, celebrated, and supported as a female founder. The Forum reminded me that saying yes before you feel ready can open doors you never imagined, and that surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision is one of the greatest accelerators for growth. I hope this conversation inspires you to push through doubt and step up for your vision. If there's a fellow female founder in your life who needs this reminder, please pass this episode along.

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In today’s episode of Found-HER, I sit down with Jaclyn Shaw, spiritual mentor, best-selling author, and powerful speaker, to dive into the intersection of faith, money, and unapologetic self-expression. Jaclyn shares her transformative journey from personal heartbreak to discovering the God within her, and how that inner certainty now drives her business and coaching. We explore what it truly means to lead from conviction, navigate being misunderstood, and harness the energy of your highest truth as a founder.

Jaclyn also opens up about the taboo topic of God and money, and how stepping fully into your worthiness can shift your business and life. If you’re a woman building your legacy and breaking barriers, this conversation will inspire you to own your truth and embrace your power. If this episode inspires you, leave a like and share it with your business bestie. 

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Listen to Jaclyn’s Podcast - The Jaclyn Shaw Show
Instagram
Get Jaclyn’s Book - Spiritual Smackdown: From Victim to Goddess

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Today on Found-HER, I am fresh off of delivering my very first keynote to over a hundred female entrepreneurs and I’m taking you behind the scenes of that experience. From working with a speaking coach to navigating the anxiety of an unexpected challenge that happened just moments before my speech, I reflect on the power of how showing up authentically opens doors not just for you, but for others too.

If you’re a female founder who’s struggling with visibility and vulnerability, know that you’re not alone and there are people out there who could benefit from hearing your story. Remember that real growth happens in difficult moments. If this episode inspires you to take messy action, give it a like and review! I’ll see you next time. 

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In this episode, I sit down with Celine Bacani: Filipino Canadian entrepreneur, co-owner of Lee’s Donuts in Vancouver, and co-founder of YVT Real Estate Group. We dive deep into her journey of taking over a legacy brand, building a franchise system, and leading with a people-first, community-focused approach. Celine shares the challenges of scaling a business, navigating franchising, and staying true to her values while honoring a brand’s history.

We also explore what it means to be a female leader in male-dominated industries like franchising and real estate, the lessons she’s learned from mentorship and experience, and the importance of slowing down to perfect systems before growth. If you have a fellow female founder in your life, please send this episode their way. 

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@celinebacaniyvr
@leesdonuts.ca
@yvtrealestategroup
LinkedIn

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We love talking about our wins, but what about our failures? Today on Found-Her, I shine a light on one of the lowest points of my entrepreneurial journey: experiencing a failed business. I share what it was like running a pet boutique with my family while navigating the pandemic and my cancer diagnosis. Through all the loss, challenges, and overwhelm, I can now reflect on the lessons that shaped our growth as a family and as founders.

This episode is about keeping things real, reframing failure, and using setbacks as the catalyst for bigger opportunities. Your next breakthrough could be around the corner. Don’t give up. If this one landed for you, connect with me over on instagram @kimberley.hiebert and tell me what you’re currently building.

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I almost didn’t release this episode because, no matter how many times I hit record and started over, it still didn’t feel “perfect”. This moment led me into a deeper reflection on the middle ground that sits between perfection and sloppiness, and why most of us confuse perfectionism with excellence. 

Drawing on my experience building a franchise system, I share the lesson it’s taken me a long time to learn: excellence is something we practice, not something we perfect and the fear of being judged for failing or acting sloppy should never hold you back from taking action on your dreams and goals. Your self-worth and value aren’t tied to how your work is received, but it is your responsibility to learn from your messy moments, act with integrity, and adapt to feedback. If this conversation landed with you, please leave a like and review. I’ll see you next time. 

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Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of sudden loss and the trauma that followed. Please take care while listening.

In today’s episode of Found-HER, I sit down with Amanda Joy for a conversation that goes far beyond business and into the kind of deep, body-led healing most founders don’t realize they need. Amanda is a trauma-informed, body-based healing practitioner who blends somatics, breathwork, and lived experience to guide women out of survival mode and back into themselves. 

After experiencing a life-altering tragedy, she began a journey of healing that transformed not only how she lives, but how she holds space for others. Together, we unpack what it really means to carry trauma in the body, why high-performing women often avoid the very work that would set them free, and how the “messy middle” of entrepreneurship is often a mirror for the deeper healing we’ve yet to face. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why success still feels heavy, this episode will meet you exactly where you are. Please leave a review to support the show and connect with me on Instagram @kimberley.hiebert, because I’d love to hear what this conversation unlocked for you.

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Facebook

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What do you do when life forces you to leave behind the identity you’ve built yourself on? Today on Found-HER, I talk to Katie Eberman, mother of three and the founder of Simply By Katie, a web design studio for women-led businesses ready to elevate their online presence and step into their fullest potential. Katie shares her journey from corporate life to seven years as a stay-at-home mom, and then into the unexpected reality of becoming a single mom and choosing to go all-in as an entrepreneur. 

We talk about identity loss, self-worth, and what it actually looks like to rediscover yourself when your only option is to move forward. We also talk about the importance of visibility and storytelling, and why your website should feel like a home, not just a tool. If you’re a mom wondering if you can embody more than your current role, you’re going to love this episode. Please share this conversation with a fellow mom and subscribe to the podcast for more inspiring female founder stories. 

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This season of building my legacy business has been full of the kind of momentum you only see on the highlight reels. But behind all the validation I’ve been receiving, I’ve been navigating some heavy and unexpected challenges that haven’t been making it to the stage. Today, I share what it’s felt like for me to hold both the expansion and the heartache at the exact same time, and how being in the messy middle of entrepreneurship often means learning to exist in both extremes without losing yourself.

I share how this tension has forced me to come back to my “why” in deeper, more honest ways, especially in the moments where doubt creeps in and everything feels uncertain. This is founder therapy in real time and if you’re a woman building something bold and feeling the weight of both the highs and lows, I want you to know you’re not alone, and that both can be true without meaning you’re off track. If this all resonates, head over to Instagram and leave me a message, because I would love to know how you’re feeling.

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Welcome back to Found-Her! In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Simone Richards, a Canadian female founder who made a bold pivot from a 20-year career in PR into building Pearl Spark Pages, a product-based business designed to help women build self-confidence and push past limiting beliefs. We talk about imposter syndrome and how even the most accomplished women still battle the voice that says “I’m not ready yet.”

We also get into the realities of starting over, from learning an entirely new business model and navigating inconsistent cash flow, to building something from idea to retail shelves in just over a year. Lisa shares what it looked like to let go of a long-held identity and stay grounded in the belief that she’s “three feet from gold.” If you’ve been questioning your next move or waiting to feel ready, let this conversation be your reminder that growth doesn’t come from certainty, it comes from trusting yourself. Please leave a like on this episode and come chat with me and Lisa over on our socials! 

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Follow Pearl Spark Pages on Instagram

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