How We Do

In this powerful episode of How We Do, host Meg Carlisle sits down with Jake Burt, whose life has been shaped by the legacy of Burt Brothers, a family business that grew from a single shop to a Utah institution. But Jake’s story is about much more than business success. It’s a candid look at the unexpected twists of life, from the miracle of triplets after impossible odds, to the heartbreak of his parents’ divorce after 40 years, to the sudden loss of his father, and the courage it takes to start over at 46.

Jake shares what it was like growing up sweeping floors in his dad’s shop, learning the value of hard work, and carrying the weight of a family name. He opens up about the challenges of expanding a business, navigating private equity, and ultimately stepping away from the company that defined him. Along the way, Jake reveals how endurance sports like Ironman triathlons became an outlet for healing, and how a daily gratitude practice helped him find light in the darkest times.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, or anyone facing change, Jake’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of choosing gratitude. Tune in for heartfelt stories, hard-won wisdom, and inspiration to embrace whatever life throws your way.

Key Takeaways:

• The realities of growing up in a family business and carrying a legacy
• Navigating personal and professional upheaval: divorce, loss, and letting go
• The miracle of triplets and the unpredictability of life
• Using endurance sports as a path to healing and self-discovery
• Why gratitude is the foundation for resilience and reinvention

Connect with Jake:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeburtrealtor/

Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

More about How We Do:
This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week, subscribe, and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

If you’ve ever felt like your creative spark was bigger than your current job title, this episode is for you.

We’re joined by the founder of Scout & Cloth, a visionary entrepreneur who turned a pop-up hustle into a brand that moves people. She shares the raw truth behind building a business with no investors, no roadmap, and no connections, just a deep belief in her vision and a willingness to figure it out.

We talk about the messy middle: the fear, the burnout, the identity shifts, and the pressure to be polished when you’re still building. She opens up about the emotional toll of entrepreneurship, the power of interestingness, and why launching at 60% is sometimes the smartest move you’ll ever make.

There’s wisdom here for anyone navigating creative chaos, chasing purpose, or trying to build a brand that actually feels like them. You don’t want to miss this one.

Let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode. DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• The decision to launch without a perfect plan.
• Building a brand that feels like home to your audience.
• Why interestingness beats polish every time.
• The emotional rollercoaster of early entrepreneurship.
• How to stay grounded when everything feels uncertain.
• Creating momentum through action, not strategy.
• What it really means to build a movement from scratch.

🔗 Resources & Links:

Follow Scout & Cloth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scoutandcloth/

 Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast 

 More about How We Do:

This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week.  Subscribe and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

What if fear never fully disappears? What if success isn’t about having the perfect plan, but about showing up anyway?

In this episode of How We Do, Meg sits down with Shar Green, founder of Everlinx, a permanent jewelry brand that has grown from a solo hustle to a multimillion-dollar success. Shar shares her raw, inspiring journey from lash technician to CEO, revealing the burnout, the breakthroughs, and the mindset shifts that helped her build a business from scratch.

You’ll hear:

• How Shar went from lashes to leading a team
• The moment she almost quit, and what pulled her back
• Why action beats perfection every time
• How she balances entrepreneurship, motherhood, and marriage
• The culture behind Everlinx and how she empowers others to launch their own jewelry businesses

Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, this episode is packed with real talk, practical advice, and powerful takeaways for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone chasing purpose.

Timestamps:

 00:00 Overcoming Fear and Starting 

01:15 Shar’s Journey: From Lashes to Jewelry

 02:33 Building Everlinx: Challenges and First Wins 

04:42 Burnout and Finding Balance 

06:11 Building a Support System 

09:03 The All-in-One Starter Kit 

14:01 Empowering Others: Success Stories 

16:55 Challenges and Perseverance 

25:57 Balancing Work and Family 

28:25 Staying Present and Grounded 

29:32 Marriage and Entrepreneurship 

33:01 Company Culture and Team Building 

41:21 Navigating Growth and Hate 

50:53 Final Advice for Entrepreneurs

Connect with Shar Green: 

🔗 Instagram: @everlinx_jewelry 

🌐 Website: everlinxjewelry.com

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What Happens When You Shoot Your Shot?

If you’ve ever wondered what could happen if you just went for it, this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Jordan Thomas, a rising star in the beauty industry who went from handing out sodas at a drive-thru to making six figures behind the chair by 22. Her story starts with a bold moment, a parked car, and a question that changed everything.

Jordan opens up about the emotional weight of supporting her mom through cancer, the internal battles of perfectionism and self-doubt, and the hustle it took to turn a dream into a career. From assisting Meg to hiring her own assistant, Jordan shares the real behind-the-scenes of what it takes to build a business, stay grounded, and grow through the hard stuff.

There’s wisdom here for anyone chasing a dream, navigating uncertainty, or wondering if they’re “enough.” You don’t want to miss this one.

Let us know your biggest takeaway from Jordan’s story – DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• The moment Jordan introduced herself at a soda shop, and how it changed her life
• What it’s really like to assist a top stylist (spoiler: it’s not all glam)
• The emotional toll of building a career while supporting a sick parent
• Why perfectionism can hold you back and how to break through it
• The power of mentorship and why investing in education matters
• How Jordan knew she didn’t need a Plan B anymore
• What it feels like to hire your first assistant and step into leadership

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

Follow Jordan on Instagram: jordanmackenzi. 

Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

You’re driven. You’re productive. You’re praised for your work ethic. But underneath it all do you feel calm, or constantly on edge? Is your perfectionism helping you thrive, or keeping you stuck? 

Logan Bleazard is a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Breakthrough Therapy. He specializes in helping high performers entrepreneurs, creatives, and caregivers navigate the emotional chaos beneath their success. His approach blends clinical insight with deep empathy, helping clients move from survival mode to true alignment.

In This Episode, Logan Shares:

• Why high achievers often resist therapy (and what finally brings them in).
• How trauma and anxiety show up as obsessive thinking, perfectionism, and restlessness.
• The difference between stress and anxiety and why naming it matters.
• Grounding techniques that actually work in the moment.
• How EMDR helps process stuck emotions and restore clarity.
• The emotional toll of helping professions like hairstyling and caregiving.
• Book recommendations and listener Q&A on healing, values, and self-awareness.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re doing everything right but still feel off inside. 

Connect with Logan:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthrough_therapy/

Website: breakthroughtherapyutah.com

Tune in Monday for a conversation that might just change how you see yourself. Subscribe, share, and follow @howwedo.podcast for more real talk.

What happens when your life looks “successful” on the outside, but inside, you’re quietly falling apart?

In this episode of How We Do Podcast, Meg sits down with Nate to unpack the silent struggle of chasing perfection, the pressure to perform, and the deep emotional toll of living disconnected from your truth.

Nate opens up about the moment his carefully curated life began to unravel and how that breakdown became the catalyst for real transformation. From childhood conditioning to adult expectations, this conversation delves into the complex, yet beautiful, process of coming home to yourself.

This episode serves as a reminder that healing doesn’t always look heroic; sometimes it involves telling the truth for the first time.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The emotional cost of perfectionism
• Unlearning childhood survival strategies
• Reconnecting with your body and intuition
• ADHD and success
• Choosing authenticity over approval
• What it really means to “do the work”

 Let us know what landed for you. DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

Resources & Links: 

Follow Nate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elementrealestatebrokers/

Connect with Meg: @megmeghair 

Chat with us: @howwedo.podcast

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror after becoming a mom and thought, “Who even am I now?” this episode is for you.

In this powerful episode of How We Do Podcast, fitness coach and ShayFit founder Shayli Campbell shares her deeply personal journey through postpartum recovery, birth trauma, and the emotional unraveling that often follows motherhood.

Listeners are invited into Shayli’s story of healing physically, emotionally, and spiritually as she opens up about pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis recti, and the quiet identity crisis that reshaped her life.

This episode serves as a reminder that healing isn’t about bouncing back; it’s about rebuilding with intention, one breath at a time.

Let us know your biggest takeaway from Shayli’s story. DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

 In this episode, you will hear about: 

• The emotional toll of birth trauma and C-sections.
• Healing diastasis recti and pelvic floor dysfunction.
• Navigating body image and identity after motherhood.
• Building a wellness business rooted in empathy.
• Raising daughters with a healthy relationship to movement.
• Choosing growth over perfection.

🔗 Resources & Links:

Follow Shay on Instagram: @shayfit

 Please chat with us: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

More About How We Do:

This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation.

Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week,  subscribe and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

If you’ve ever felt like your past disqualifies you from building a meaningful future, this episode is for you.

We’re joined by Evan Stowers, a salon owner, father, and deeply reflective leader, as he opens up about his journey through addiction, trauma, and self-discovery,  all shaped by a late autism diagnosis that reframed everything he thought he knew about himself.

Evan shares the raw truth about growing up in survival mode, navigating shame, and the long road to healing. He talks about what it means to lead with empathy, how fatherhood cracked him open, and why he’s finally learning to feel safe in his own skin.

We go deep on the hard stuff: childhood trauma, addiction, divorce, and the emotional toll of masking for years. But we also talk about growth, grace, and the power of being seen. Evan’s story is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, and leadership doesn’t require perfection, just honesty.

There’s wisdom here for anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood, battled inner demons, or tried to rebuild from rock bottom. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on identity, resilience, and the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up.

Let us know what part of Evan’s story hit home for you — DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• Growing up undiagnosed and misunderstood, and how autism reframed Evan’s life.
• The emotional toll of masking and the relief of finally being seen.
• Addiction, recovery, and the messy middle of healing.
• How trauma shows up in relationships, parenting, and leadership.
• Rebuilding after divorce and learning to trust again.
• Why empathy is Evan’s superpower, and how it shapes his salon culture
• The quiet courage of choosing growth, even when it hurts

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

Follow Evan on Instagram: @evanstowers Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

More about How We Do: 

This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week, subscribe and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

Have you ever felt the sting of success turning friends into critics? Wondered why, as you climb higher, the support sometimes fades and the whispers grow louder? What does it really take to thrive as a working mom and business owner in a world that often expects you to choose?

In this powerful episode, we welcome back Marissa Hughes, founder of Mavie Med Spa, one of Utah’s most sought-after med spas. Marissa’s journey from humble beginnings to industry leader is inspiring, but today she opens up about the challenges that come with growth: jealousy, judgment, and even sabotage from those closest to her. With honesty and vulnerability, Marissa shares the realities of navigating success, setbacks, and the unique pressures faced by women in business.

Key Takeaways:

• The hidden costs of success: how growth can shift relationships and invite unexpected criticism.
• The psychology behind “mean girls” and why women sometimes struggle to support each other.
• How Marissa handled personal and professional attacks, and the resilience she built in the process.
• The importance of adaptability and perseverance in business and life (“be the alligator!”).
• Balancing motherhood, ambition, and self-judgment, why it’s okay to love your work and your family.
• Practical tips for overcoming hyper-independence and learning to trust and accept support.
• The value of mentorship and why every entrepreneur needs a trusted guide.
• Why forgiveness and grace are essential for moving forward, even when others try to bring you down.

Connect with Us
Instagram: @howwedo.podcast
Instagram: @megmeghair

About How We Do
This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host Meg as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to explore the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every Monday -subscribe and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

Listen now and discover how to turn adversity into strength, find your tribe, and redefine what it means to “have it all.” If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review, your support helps us bring more incredible stories like Marissa’s to the show!

Are you ready to discover what it takes to build a thriving business from the ground up? 

Ever wondered how entrepreneurs overcome their darkest moments and turn them into their greatest strengths?
What does it mean to lead with authenticity in an industry full of competition and copycats?

In this episode of How We Do, we sit down with the incredible Marissa Hughes, nurse practitioner, founder, and owner of Mavie Med Spa, Utah’s top-rated med spa, now expanding to a second location. From humble beginnings in a tiny Arizona town to building a multi-location business, Marissa’s journey is a masterclass in grit, vision, and heart.

About Our Guest
Marissa Hughes is not just a successful businesswoman; she’s a single mom, a nurse, and a relentless dreamer. After years of working in healthcare, navigating personal and professional setbacks, and facing the challenges of single motherhood, Marissa founded Mavi Med Spa with a mission: to create a space where people feel seen, valued, and restored—inside and out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

-Resilience in the Face of Adversity: How Marissa navigated divorce, single parenthood, and entrepreneurship one step at a time.
-Building with Purpose: Why Mavi Med Spa is more than a business, it’s a sanctuary of care and belonging.
-Authenticity Over Competition:  Staying true to your values in an aesthetics industry full of copycats.
-The Power of Community: Why you need people who fight for you in rooms you’re not in.
-Industry Insights: Tips for choosing ethical providers, spotting red flags, and understanding natural aesthetics.
-Leadership Lessons: Hiring with intention, giving feedback with grace, and embracing being misunderstood.

Connect with Marissa & Mavi Med Spa
Instagram: @mavi.medspa
Website: mavimedspa.com
(“Mavie” means “my life” in French!)

Resources Mentioned
American Med Spa Association (AmSpa)
The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan

Connect with Us
Instagram: @howwedo.podcast
Instagram: @megmeghair

About How We Do
This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host Meg as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to explore the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

 New episodes every Monday- subscribe and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!