Growth Lab

By Nicolle Gust

The chemistry of growing your business, life, & family in the Reno/Tahoe area. Powered by Nicolle Gust.... more

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How many episodes does Growth Lab have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.

Growth Lab episodes:

December 04, 2025 Ep 020 | ISHA CASAGRANDE "Fashion is about feeling amazing inside & out""
In this episode, I sit down with Isha Casagrande, fashionISHA, confidence coach, Jazzercise Queen, stylist and founder of The Confident Style Method™, the proven 90-day transformation helping women 40+ reclaim their confidence from the inside out.
We dive into how style, mindset, and movement come together to shift the way you see yourself, how you show up, and how you navigate your life. Isha breaks down why confidence isn’t about clothes, it’s about alignment, embodiment, and rediscovering your power.
If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself and step into the most confident version of you… this one’s for you.

Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Use code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.
Find ISHA CASAGRANDE:
ishacasagrande.com
www.instagram.com/ishacasagrande

NICOLLE GUST:
www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com
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September 12, 2025 Ep 019 | Mark Estee "Food is the International Language"
In this episode, I sit down with Reno’s own culinary legend, Mark Estee, chef, restaurateur, and community builder, to unpack what it really takes to grow a mission-driven brand. We’re diving into Reno’s vibrant food scene with Mark who is the force behind Reno Local Food Group. From farm-to-table flavors to iconic restaurants, Mark has been serving up community connection through food. From scrappy kitchen starts to creating beloved local institutions, Mark shares the systems behind great teams, resilient leadership through tough seasons, and why serving people (not just plates) is the ultimate growth strategy.
If you’re building anything in Northern Nevada, and want the playbook for grit, generosity, and long-game impact..this one’s for you.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at ⁠tahoenevadalove.com⁠.
Find MARK ESTEE:
⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/markesteechef⁠⁠
⁠⁠www.renolfg.com⁠⁠
NICOLLE GUST:
⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠⁠⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Follow GROWTH LAB:
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⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod

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May 06, 2025 Ep 018 | Staci Dooley | "Perimenopause WHAT”
In this episode I sit down with the amazing Staci Dooley, MSN, APRN-C Who has started Personalized virtual care for women struggling with hormone imbalances, weight loss struggles, and overall wellness. Staci has been a nurse practitioner for 15 years, specializing in family practice and, more recently, helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause. Her passion is making people feel theirabsolute best—because life is too short to feel anything less.
She believes that feeling good isn’t just about medicine—it’s about lifestyle, balance, and knowing you have someone in your corner. Whether you’re looking for guidance on hormones, wellness, or just a little extra support, I’m here tohelp you feel strong, confident, and empowered.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.
Find Staci Dooley:
⁠www.instagram.com/staciadooley
www.stacidooley.com
NICOLLE GUST:
⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠
⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Follow GROWTH LAB:
⁠www.instagram.com/growthlabpod⁠
⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod
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30min
March 03, 2025 Ep 017 | Sabrina McCool & Aly McDermott | "You’re not alone.”
Join me for a conversation with Sabrina McCool and Aly McDermott, President and Treasurer of Mamas for a Cause. As Board Members of this organization, these two women are incredibly invested in community connection. In this episode, we’re covering how to juggle a full-time career (or several!) with passionate involvement in non-profits, the importance of maintaining connections among women, and rolling with the punches to create the best event possible.
Mamas for a Cause is an annual event that started as a small potluck and has evolved to include hundreds of women every year. Join us for this year’s “Cirque de la Vie” fundraising dinner on April 26th, 2025, benefitting the Conrad Breast Center, which will be the first comprehensive breast cancer center in Nevada. Get all the details on the Mamas for a Cause website.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.

Find MAMAS FOR A CAUSE:
www.instagram.com/mamasforacause
www.facebook.com/mamasforacause
www.mamasforacause.com
Follow NICOLLE GUST:
www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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www.instagram.com/growthlabpod
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December 09, 2024 Ep 016 | Ashlee Smith | "FAMILY is what the holidays are about.”
In a much-anticipated episode, I sat down with Ashlee Smith, founder of Ashlee’s Toy Closet. A fixture in Northern Nevada’s nonprofit community, Ashlee is passionate about helping kids affected by natural disasters and other tragedies keep up that spark of joy.
Listen in to hear why recent wildfires are even harder on kids than others in the past, how Ashlee juggles her full-time job and her full-time commitment to her nonprofit organization, and why she likes to host family-oriented fundraiser events, such as the upcoming Side-by-Side Parade on December 14th.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.
Find ASHLEE’S TOY CLOSET:
www.instagram.com/ashleestoycloset
www.facebook.com/ashleestoyclosetinc
www.ashlees
Find NICOLLE GUST:
www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠
Follow GROWTH LAB:
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www.facebook.com/growthlabpod
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August 19, 2024 Ep 015 | Marcell Lagrone | "It's okay to love yourself."
Sit down with me and Marcell Lagrone, founder of ReDirect Athletics, for a conversation about overcoming roadblocks, athletic competition at a high level, operating as a family unit with his wife Tish, and the details about ReDirect Athletics' outreach programs for kids. We dive deep into the scary parts of jumping into entrepreneurship, and the beauty of having a partner who won't let you drown.
ReDirect Athletics is a Reno/Sparks nonprofit that services at-risk youth through fitness and boxing. Marcell has a true passion for encouraging kids to make the right choice, making sure they have a good support system at home, and preparing them for the real world.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.
Find REDIRECT ATHLETICS:
www.instagram.com/redirect_athletics
www.facebook.com/ReDirectAthletics
www.redirectathletics.com
Find NICOLLE GUST:
www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠
Follow GROWTH LAB:
www.instagram.com/growthlabpod
www.facebook.com/growthlabpod
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35min
May 29, 2024 Ep 014 | Dillon Lambert | “Why do we have to pick and choose?”
In this episode, I sat down with my go-to gal for all things health: Dillon Lambert, independent family nurse practitioner at Revive Health Integrative Wellness. Beyond owning a “farm-ette” and walking her goats on a leash, Dillon has dedicated her career to learning about holistic wellness and helping her patients with this knowledge. Listen in for the scoop on avoiding “medical gaslighting”, the new-wave alternative to that evening glass of wine, and ways to keep our kiddos on the path to success.

Dillon’s business model is unique in today’s healthcare climate. Her goal is to make holistic healthcare more accessible, with or without insurance. Keep an eye out for her upcoming courses, check out her blog, and learn more about her unique service offerings at dillonlambert.com.

Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.

Find DILLON LAMBERT:
instagram.com/thezenaprn
thebiggestlittleacre.weebly.com
www.dillonlambert.com

Find NICOLLE GUST:
instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠

Follow GROWTH LAB:
instagram.com/growthlabpod
facebook.com/growthlabpod
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April 24, 2024 Ep 013 | Rob McCalla | "You have to do whatever it takes to get the job done."
Sit down with me and Rob McCalla, owner of Reliance Landscaping. As an entrepreneur, Rob offers a different perspective to the Growth Lab podcast. Listen in to learn about what goes into the entrepreneurial mindset of managing a team without micromanaging, how he got his business started while in high school, some intriguing nuances of Reno's microclimates, getting his hands dirty even as an owner, and maintaining positive relationships with competitors. As an involved community member, Rob also speaks to his role with the Nevada Military Support Alliance. Plus, get some relevant spring landscaping tips!

Rob isn't afraid of hard work, paid or volunteer. This episode is a great motivator for aspiring and successful entrepreneurs alike.

Find RELIANCE LANDSCAPING:
facebook.com/RGMNEVADA
reliancelandscapeinc.com

Find NICOLLE GUST:
instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠

Follow GROWTH LAB:
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facebook.com/growthlabpod
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35min
February 23, 2024 Ep 012 | Grant Denton | "Everybody’s fluffy on the inside.”
Listen in to my conversation with Grant Denton, TedX Speaker and founder of the Karma Box Project, a nonprofit that focuses on helping recovering addicts to get back involved with the community. In this episode, Grant and I discuss how to get community members invested in a civic project, the impetus behind taking it up to the next level of a nonprofit in 2020, and his take on how to truly help the homeless in Northern Nevada.
Grant brings a tremendous amount of insight to this episode about how to effectively help people make radical changes in their lives and how to cultivate genuine community buy-in for important projects like this one. Plus, listen in for Grant’s take on the roles of pain, grit, and self-esteem in our day-to-day lives.
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.

Find GRANT DENTON & KARMA BOX PROJECT:
instagram.com/grantadenton
instagram.com/karmaboxproject1
facebook.com/karmaboxproject
⁠www.karmaboxproject.org

Find NICOLLE GUST:
instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠

Follow GROWTH LAB:
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facebook.com/growthlabpod
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35min
November 30, 2023 Ep 011 | Kacey Queen | "Mom sets the tone.”
In this episode, I sat down with Kacey Queen, Co-Founder of Nevada Moms. Kacey’s company started out as a blog and she’s created a whole community to support and connect moms across Nevada. As a mom of three herself, she’s prioritized offering resources to moms of all backgrounds.
Listen in to learn about why and how Kasey decided homeschooling was right for her family, how she and Leanna Carson came up with the idea for Nevada Moms, and the strategy that goes into finding current events for families. We also get into the reality behind looking put-together as a mom and continuously sourcing content for Nevada Moms. Check out the Nevada Moms website to grab a Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt!
Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com.

Find NEVADA MOMS:
instagram.com/NorthernNevadaMoms
facebook.com/NorthernNevadaMoms
www.nvmoms.com
Find NICOLLE GUST:
instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert
⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠

Follow GROWTH LAB:
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facebook.com/growthlabpod
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36min

FAQs about Growth Lab:

How many episodes does Growth Lab have?

The podcast currently has 20 episodes available.