In this episode of Harmony in the Hustle, I take you behind the scenes of my 13-day transformational retreat in Portugal a journey that started with guilt and ended in deep alignment, clarity, and readiness for my next chapter.

This wasn’t a holiday. It was a full mind, body, and spirit reset the kind of experience you don’t even know you need until you’re in it. From five-star spas and Michelin-star dining to energy work, journaling, and my Next Chapter™ Framework, this retreat became a turning point in how I approach midlife, leadership, and success.

I share:

If you’ve been waiting for permission to slow down, reassess, and design your next chapter, this episode is it.

How to recognise when it’s time to pause and reset in midlife

The 4 steps of my Next Chapter™ Framework: The Pause, The Pivot, The Power Move, and The Purpose

The surprising benefits of embracing feminine energy in business and life
Why pushing harder can repel success, and alignment can attract it

How retreats can be a catalyst for lasting personal and professional transformation

In this powerful episode of Harmony in the Hustle, Angela Vassallo shares why midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s your launchpad. If you’ve ever felt too old or too late to start over, pivot, or pursue a dream that's been buried for years, this episode is your permission slip.

Angela dives deep into why your 50s are the decade of reinvention and how emotional intelligence, life experience, and resourcefulness are your greatest assets. From launching a seven-figure business at 44 with no hospitality experience to stepping onto stages and mentoring other women in their next chapter, Angela shows you exactly why reinvention is the new résumé in today’s ever-changing world.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why your age is actually your advantage

The myth of needing everything figured out before you start

How emotional intelligence outperforms credentials in midlife success

What dreams you may have buried — and how to bring them back to life

How to tap into resourcefulness and resilience to move forward

Real stats that prove success is rising after 40 and beyond

Mentioned in This Episode:

Forbes stat: Average age of fast-growth startup founders is 45

Angela’s TEDx Talk: The Midlife Advantage

👉 Ready to reinvent your next chapter?
Join the waitlist for Angela’s upcoming Next Chapter Loading program here:
🔗 www.angelavassallo.com/next-chapter-form

Listener Challenge:
What dream did you pack away in your shoebox? What would you do if you stopped waiting for permission?

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In this deeply personal episode of Harmony in the Hustle, Angela Vassallo returns to share a powerful reflection on something many high-achieving women struggle with: guilt around taking time for yourself.

Fresh off the announcement of being selected to give a TEDx talk in Tampa, Angela opens up about the emotions that surfaced as she prepared to travel to Portugal to co-lead a luxury women’s retreat her first solo international trip in years. Despite the alignment with her passion and purpose, guilt still crept in.

Angela explores where this guilt comes from, why so many women feel they need to "earn" rest, and how she’s learned to reframe these thoughts especially in midlife.

🟡 “Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a calling.”
🟡 “We don’t have to earn rest. Joy is not selfish; it’s our birthright.”
🟡 “You’re not stuck, you’re in transition.”
🟡 “Rest isn’t a reward. It’s a requirement for clarity, leadership, and impact.”

If you’ve ever felt torn between productivity and peace…
If you’ve felt guilty for taking a break or investing in yourself…
This episode is your permission slip.

Angela reminds us that resourceful leadership starts with self-awareness and alignment. In slowing down, we often discover exactly what we need to move forward with purpose and power.

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In this powerful episode of Harmony in the Hustle, Angela Vassallo shares the second phase of her signature framework; The Pivot and why this step is a game-changer for women ready to create their next chapter.

If you’ve felt stuck, misaligned, or like something’s calling you beyond your comfort zone, this conversation will hit home. Angela breaks down the real reason we hold ourselves back, what it really means to pivot (hint: it’s not always drastic), and how to start creating small shifts that lead to massive momentum.

From identity shifts to leveraging life experience, this episode is packed with mindset gems for women in their 40s and 50s looking to reinvent, realign, and rise.

Watch the full episode now and don’t forget to click the link in the show notes to save your seat for Angela’s upcoming free masterclass where she’ll walk you through her full 4-part Next Chapter Framework™. 

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🔑 Episode Summary:

In this solo episode, Angela Vassallo unpacks the first pillar of her powerful Next Chapter Framework: The Pause.

If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or like you’ve outgrown your current career or life chapter, this episode is your sign to stop, breathe, and pause.

Angela shares how taking a deliberate pause helped her transition out of a successful hospitality business into a more aligned life — one of speaking, coaching, and purpose-driven impact. She also explores why high-achieving women often skip this essential step, and how pausing creates the clarity and momentum needed for your true next chapter.

This is a must-listen for women ready to reclaim their clarity, energy, and purpose.

  👑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  🧭 Key Reflection Questions:

These are also available as a downloadable bonus via the link in Angela’s bio:

  ✨ Angela’s Advice:

“Pausing isn’t passive — it’s powerful. The pause is where your next breakthrough begins. Your full potential isn’t found in the hustle — it’s in the alignment.”

  📚 Mentioned in This Episode:

  💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going:

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a woman you know who’s ready for her next chapter.

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I’m back on Harmony in the Hustle after a whirlwind few weeks—traveling, recording interviews, spending Easter with family, and stepping into something huge…
💥 My very first big keynote stage.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real, raw behind-the-scenes of speaking at the Business Blueprint Conference on the Celebrity Edge cruise ship (yes, dream come true 🚢) and what it took to deliver a keynote I’m incredibly proud of.

The topic Dale Beaumont gave me?
“How to lead people who don’t want to be led.”
I laughed—because honestly? That’s been the theme of my life.

I open up about:

Why leadership isn’t just for the boardroom—it’s in our homes, our families, and every interaction

How I pulled from my own story—athletics, building Vasco’s, parenting Dylan through ADHD and ODD, and leading in industries I had no experience in

The Ted Lasso effect—why humility, asking great questions, and leading with culture matter more than a résumé

Why confidence is built by doing scary things, not waiting to feel ready

The power of preparation and why I no longer "wing it"

One of the biggest things I learned? People don’t want perfection—they want honesty. The messy middle. The stuff we usually hide.

This keynote taught me so much, not just about leadership, but about who I’ve become. And I want this episode to remind you that:

➡️ You’re not too old.
➡️ You’re not behind.
➡️ You’re not starting from scratch—you’re starting from experience.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to take the leap… this is it.

Do the scary thing—it’s where the growth is.

Confidence = trust. And you build trust by showing up.

You don’t need to be perfect, you just need to be willing.

Let go of what others think. Let them judge. Do it anyway.

🎧 Press play and come with me on this journey—from nerves and self-doubt to clarity and conviction. And if you’re dreaming of your own next chapter, I’ve got something to help…

✨ Episode Summary:
In this episode of Harmony in the Hustle, Angela Vassallo sits down with powerhouse speaker, master messaging strategist, and professional songwriter Tonya Stout, all the way from Nashville, Tennessee. Tonya’s journey from writing songs for Grammy Award-winning artists to helping entrepreneurs craft their own “hit message” is nothing short of inspiring.

Angela and Tonya dive into:

🎤 Tonya’s beginnings as a singer-songwriter in Nashville and working with artists like Billy Dean and Joey + Rory

🧠 How she transitioned from music to messaging, and turned her creative genius into a business

🛠️ Her powerful HIT Message Framework and AI tool “Melody, the Hit Message Maker”

💡 The importance of clarity in business messaging and how to find your “phrase that pays”

💬 Why failure is just feedback—and how your past prepares you for your purpose

💖 How prayer, purpose, and daily intention help her bring harmony into her hustle

🎧 Why your 50s are just the beginning of your next act, not the end

Whether you're pivoting careers, launching a new offer, or searching for clarity in your messaging, this episode is full of golden nuggets and real talk about business, reinvention, and faith-driven impact.

🔥 Quote of the Episode:
“Don’t leave the stage in the middle of the song.”

About Tonya

Tonya Stout—a powerhouse speaker, master messaging strategist, and professional songwriter whose words have been recorded by Grammy Award-winning artists in the heart of Music City, Nashville, TN.

Tonya is known for turning ordinary ideas into extraordinary business outcomes with her God-given gift for communication. She is the co-founder of Conquerpreneur™, The Conquer Club™ Podcast, and The Conquer Club Community, where she and her husband Kevin lead a bold movement to help high-impact entrepreneurs conquer their life, business, faith, family, and financial future.

Their proven “Hit Message” Formula Framework is helping entrepreneurs craft compelling premium offers, communicate with confidence, and cashflow their calling—on stages, in boardrooms, and in sales.

Get ready to be equipped, inspired, and empowered by a woman who doesn’t just speak to inform—but speaks to ignite purpose, profit, and faith-driven impact. 

🎯 Connect with Tonya Stout:

Website and HIT Message Masterclas: conquerpreneur.com/cashflow

Youtube and Podcast: The Conquer Club with Kevin & Tonya

Facebook: facebook.com/ConquerpreneurInc

Instagram: @theconquerclub

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If you're ready to stop waking up with your foot on the gas and start your day with more clarity, calm, and intention—this episode is for you.

Angela sits down with her good friend Emma Walkinshaw, a certified coach, yoga teacher, speaker, author, and creator of 21 Minutes of Morning Magic. Emma shares how burnout led her to create a daily ritual that’s now transformed the lives of hundreds of women—starting with just 7 minutes of yoga, 7 minutes of meditation, and 7 minutes of journaling.

This isn’t just about self-care—it’s about self-respect and learning how to reconnect with yourself in midlife. They talk about the hidden impact of diet culture, navigating menopause, body image challenges, and why self-love isn’t always the goal—sometimes, we just need to start with self-respect and self-reliance.

You’ll hear how Emma’s morning practice turned into a bestselling book, why women are craving slower, more soulful mornings, and how her transformational retreats in India are helping women come home to themselves.

In This Episode:

The story behind 21 Minutes of Morning Magic

How burnout shows up—even when you “should know better”

Why self-respect matters more than self-love

What diet culture stole from us—and how to reclaim it

The impact of morning intention and setting the tone for your day

Healing your body image in midlife

How Emma helps women reset through movement, mindset & meditation

Behind-the-scenes of Emma’s India retreats & the wisdom they unlock

More About Emma:

Emma Walkinshaw is a Body Confidence Coach, Author, Accredited Yoga Instructor, and entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women. As the founder of the "21 Minutes of Morning Magic" Embody Me Program and "Body Love Bootcamp" she creates transformative spaces for growth. Emma also leads the Body Love Revolution Online Summit," hosts "Wholehearted Retreats" in Australia and India, and authored "365 Days of Morning Magic- a daily guide to set your intentions. Manifest a life you love with clarity, calm and joy"

Emma's passion is empowering women in their 40s and 50s to reignite their energy, embrace their bodies with confidence, and create a sustainable path forward. Through personalized coaching, mindset work, and movement practices like yoga, she helps women feel vibrant, empowered, and ready to thrive in this next chapter.

Connect with Emma:

✨ Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Learn more about the 21 Minutes of Morning Magic Membership

Order her book: 365 Days of Morning Magic

Register your interest for Emma’s India Retreats (November 2025 & March 2026)

Find out more about the Embody Me Program launching in April

Explore the Body Love Bootcamp

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And don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review Harmony in the Hustle—we love hearing what resonated and what you want more of.

Until next time, keep stacking the odds in your favour, and remember: you are allowed to slow down, reset, and rise. 💫

Are you feeling stuck, uninspired, or questioning what’s next in your career or life? In this episode, Angela Vassallo dives deep into the concept of reinvention, identity shifts, and transformation for women in their 40s and 50s. She shares key signs that indicate it may be time for a change and how to recognize when you’re ready to step into your next chapter.

Angela also highlights Napoleon Hill’s insights on why your 40s and 50s are your most productive years and the four essential traits—resourcefulness, relationships, mindset, and resilience—that make reinvention not only possible but powerful.

✅ Signs You’re Ready for a Reinvention: How to assess if your current work or lifestyle is draining you or fueling you.
✅ Self-Discovery & Clarity: Questions to ask yourself to uncover what truly excites and aligns with you.
✅ The Power of Resourcefulness: Why trusting yourself and figuring things out is key to making bold moves.
✅ Relationships & Mindset: How your life experiences equip you for greater success in your 40s and 50s.
✅ Building Resilience: Why bouncing back faster and trusting yourself makes all the difference.
✅ How to Take the First Steps Toward Change: Practical ways to start exploring new opportunities without feeling overwhelmed.

🔹 If you find yourself asking, “What’s next?” or “Is this it?”—it’s time to explore new possibilities.
🔹 Your 40s and 50s are your most productive years—this is your time to ramp up, not slow down.
🔹 Start by getting curious—what are you naturally drawn to? What topics excite you?
🔹 You’re not starting from scratch; you’re starting from experience. You already have valuable skills and wisdom to carry forward.
🔹 Surround yourself with inspiring people, join networking groups, and take small steps toward your next move.

📌 Join Angela live every Tuesday at 10:15 AM for Q&A sessions.
📌 DM Angela with any questions about reinvention and transformation.
📌 Follow Angela on Instagram & LinkedIn for more insights and inspiration.
📌 Check out Angela’s Reinvention Blueprint program for women ready to take the leap.

🌎 Website: https://www.angelavassallo.com/
📲 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/iamangelavassallo/
💼 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/angela-vassallo
🎙️ Podcast: Harmony in the Hustle: https://www.angelavassallo.com/podcast

If you’ve been feeling the urge to reinvent yourself, this episode is your sign to explore the next step. Don’t let fear hold you back—this could be the most exciting, fulfilling chapter of your life. Tune in, take notes, and start your journey toward reinvention today!

👉 If you loved this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review—it helps more women find the inspiration they need to thrive!

Podcast: Harmony in the Hustle with Angela Vassallo
Guest: Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Harmony in the Hustle, Angela Vassallo sits down with the powerhouse Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu to discuss resilience, burnout, and the mindset shifts women need to scale to six and seven figures. Dr. Tuby shares her journey from being a single mom and entrepreneur at 17 to building multiple successful businesses, earning her doctorate, and helping women create thriving, sustainable businesses. She also breaks down how to prevent burnout using proactive coping strategies and the key principles from her Resilient Business Blueprint framework.

If you're ready to break free from the hustle culture, build a business that runs on systems, and embrace resilience as your superpower, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Dr. Tuby’s journey from young entrepreneur and single mom to business leader
✔️ The hidden patterns of burnout and how to proactively prevent it
✔️ The three stages of burnout and how to recognize them before it’s too late
✔️ Why women are natural entrepreneurs and how to step into that power
✔️ The mindset shifts needed to scale a business to six and seven figures
✔️ How to package your experience and expertise into a profitable business
✔️ The importance of community, mentorship, and being in the right rooms
✔️ Why scaling isn’t just about growth—it’s about sustainability
✔️ How to build a business that works for you, not the other way around

Top Quotes from Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu:
🔹 “Burnout is a state of ignoring. If you handle stress and overwhelm, you won’t get to burnout.”
🔹 “All we have to do is be one chapter ahead. Just have to be one chapter ahead.”
🔹 “You have to be what you want to be right now. So even if you’re not there yet, you need to start walking in that.”
🔹 “As women, we can do anything. All we need to do is prepare.”

About Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu:
Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu is a business growth strategist, empowerment coach, and high-performance speaker with over 30 years of experience in corporate sales, education, and the events industry. She is the founder of Above Only Leadership™, Find My Doer™, and Help Her Thrive™. Dr. Tuby specializes in helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses, build resilience, and break through overwhelm. She is hosting a Five-Day Seven-Figure Secrets Challengefrom March 24th-28th, where she will guide women entrepreneurs through the exact strategies needed to build sustainable, scalable businesses.

Join Dr. Tuby’s Five-Day Challenge:
📅 Date: March 24th-28th
⏰ Time: 11 AM Mountain Standard Time (Daily)
🎯 Who It’s For: Women entrepreneurs ready to scale from six to seven figures
📌 What You Get: A Seven-Figure Implementation Roadmap, live hot-seat coaching, and expert strategies for business success
🔗 Register Here: https://www.7-figuresecretschallenge.com/?am_id=angela3595

Resources & Links:
💡 Connect with Dr. Tuby: https://helpherthrivecoach.com
💡 Join the Seven-Figure Secrets Challenge: https://www.7-figuresecretschallenge.com/?am_id=angela3595
💡 Follow Angela Vassallo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamangelavassallo/
💡 Subscribe to Harmony in the Hustle for more inspiring episodes: https://www.angelavassallo.com/podcast

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