In this powerful and down-to-earth episode of I Am… Inspiring Women, Tammy Goerke welcomes Heather Parady, host of Unconventional Leaders, for an honest conversation about courage, creativity, and carving your own path.

Heather shares how she left her career as a mental health therapist to pursue a calling in digital media — with no roadmap, no big budget, and no guarantee of success. From starting her podcast with just twenty dollars to building an international brand that empowers others, Heather’s story is one of resilience, passion, and heart.

Together, Tammy and Heather explore the reality of entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the emotional roller coaster of following your dreams. They talk about fear, family, the power of consistency, and how learning to “build the plane on the way down” can lead to the most incredible freedom.

💫 In this episode:

• How to follow your heart even when it doesn’t make sense
• Learning by doing — and why messy action beats perfection
• Building confidence through self-awareness and purpose
• The balance between planning and surrendering
• Empowering your children by living courageously
• Creating legacy through authenticity and impact

💖 “You find your voice by using your voice.” — Heather Parady

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