Made it Happen

In this episode of Made It Happen, Sarah sits down with Marley Rose Harris, an expert in subconscious mind reprogramming and founder of the Higher Self App. 

Marley Rose Harris, founder of the Higher Self App and creator of the Clear the Fear Method. Marley helps entrepreneurs reprogram their subconscious mind, break free from limiting beliefs, and unlock their full potential—so they can create their dream life and business with ease.

Through neuroscience, universal laws, energetics, and subconscious reprogramming, she guides you to shift your reality and manifest unlimited success, abundance, and freedom.

Marley shares her journey from escaping Canadian winters to building a successful business centered around healing and personal development. She delves into how a personal tragedy motivated her to focus on clearing limiting beliefs and reprogramming her subconscious mind, which led to significant personal and financial growth. Marley explains her two-pronged approach: clearing fears and reprogramming new beliefs, and emphasizes the importance of matching one's energy with desired outcomes. This episode is packed with insights on achieving abundance, tools for personal transformation, and actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to elevate their business.

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:59 Meet Marley Harris: Reprogramming the Subconscious Mind

01:59 A Journey of Healing and Transformation

05:09 Creating the Higher Self App

07:05 Steps to Reprogram Your Beliefs

12:11 Overcoming Common Blocks and Fears

20:35 Achieving Financial Goals Step by Step

25:53 Balancing Work and Abundance

31:37 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts

Resources:

Higher self app: https://onelink.to/bmtjw8

Clear the fear certification program: https://www.marleyrose.ca/ctf

FREE training on how to find & clear your blocks https://www.marleyrose.ca/blocks

Marley's Instagram: www.instagram.com/marleyroseharris/

Marley's Website: www.marleyrose.ca

Marley's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-mindset-manifestation/id1500278483

In this episode, Christina Flach shares her exciting journey as a celebrity makeup artist and entrepreneur. Christina, the founder of Pretty Girl Makeup and upcoming brands 'I'm Too Busy' skincare and 'ITB Wellness,' discusses her progress, experiences, and the lessons she learned along the way. Her current endeavors aim to simplify beauty routines with sustainable and effective products. Christina emphasizes the importance of self-care, adaptability, and continuous learning in achieving success. She also offers invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for passion, adaptability, and seeking help when needed. Tune in to learn from Christina's inspiring story and her insights on the ever-changing beauty industry.

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:59 Meet Christina Flach: Celebrity Makeup Artist and Entrepreneur

01:55 Christina's Journey into the Beauty Industry

02:35 Launching Pretty Girl Makeup and I'm Too Busy

07:11 The Importance of Self-Care and Wellness

08:12 Marketing Strategies in the Ever-Changing Beauty Industry

11:27 Managing Time and Overcoming Challenges

12:40 Advice for Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs

23:47 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

27:22 Conclusion

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Jess, the founder of Dainty Diamond, a Toronto-based direct-to-consumer jewelry brand known for its solid gold, sterling silver, diamonds, engagement rings, and wedding bands. Jess shares how her childhood spent in her father’s jewelry store planted the early seeds of entrepreneurship—even though she initially resisted joining the family business. After leaving her job during the pandemic, she took a leap into building Dainty Diamond, starting with Instagram posts, a small collection, and a one-year deadline to make it work. Four and a half years later, the brand has grown into a trusted destination for everyday fine jewelry and meaningful milestone pieces.

Listen in to learn about:

• How Jess turned her family’s 30+ year jewelry legacy into a modern, trusted brand—after initially wanting nothing to do with the industry.

• The pandemic moment that pushed her into entrepreneurship—and how she built Dainty Diamond from zero experience using pure consistency.

• The scrappy early strategies that worked: validating demand on social media before branding and growing a loyal community that shaped her collections.

• Behind the evolution from everyday jewelry to engagement rings and wedding bands—and what it really takes to earn customer trust for life-moment purchases.

• The real founder journey: combating comparison, building structure, balancing creativity and operations, and landing major partnerships like Charlotte Tilbury and Sephora.
  

Connect With Dainty Diamond

Website: daintydiamond.co

Instagram & TikTok: @daintydiamondd

Jess’s TikTok: @jessfried

In this episode of the Made It Happen podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews Jessica Connor and Cassidy Radic, co-owners of The WOMB Bruce County. They share their journey of starting the business, which provides various health and wellness services, catering to a wide range of clients including new mothers.

Jessica Connor is a Fertility, Birth, and Postpartum Doula, as well as a Holistic Reproductive Practitioner, serving Bruce County and the surrounding area. Her passion for childbirth grew from a deep fascination with the human body and its incredible ability to do hard things.

Beyond her work, Jessica is a proud mom of two boys, dog-mom to three, and is supported by her husband who continually encourages her to follow her dreams. She is also the co-owner of The WOMB Bruce County, where she pours her heart into supporting and strengthening her community.

Cassidy Radic is a Registered Health & Nutrition Counsellor with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families find balance in their health and wellness. She brings clarity and simplicity to what can often feel like an overwhelming world of nutrition, guiding you to discover what truly works for you and your family.

After welcoming her first child during the early days of the pandemic, Cassidy recognized how deeply families needed support, connection, and community—sparking the creation of The WOMB Bruce County. As co-owner, she is passionate about nurturing families through every stage of their journey, while continuing to learn, grow, and navigate motherhood herself.

They discuss the initial challenges of starting a business, including finding the right location, and highlight the importance of community support and collaborative care in their growth. They also talk about the dynamics of their partnership, how they've managed to balance their personal lives while running the business, and the strategies they've implemented to streamline operations. The episode provides valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs on the significance of passion, community engagement, and collaboration in building a successful business.

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:59 Meet the founders: Jessica and Cassidy

03:42 The Journey to Founding The Womb

06:41 Finding the Perfect Location

08:40 Identifying Community Needs

13:05 Overcoming Financial Challenges

14:31 Expanding the Business

18:25 Balancing Business and Family Life

20:04 Implementing Systems for Business Growth

23:14 Community Support and Marketing Efforts

25:44 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

28:38 Rapid Fire Questions

32:47 Upcoming Events and Future Plans

In this episode of Made It Happen podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews the founders of Run the World, one of the fastest-growing entrepreneurial event series for ambitious women in business. Founder Zaina Moussa, Co-founder Rafaa Chapti, and Chief Brand Officer Amanee Nassereddine, discuss how their initial inspirations and first event in 2017 evolved into a successful series that empowers and connects women. They highlight the impact of COVID-19 on their business and how it led to innovative events like food truck festivals and pop-up markets.

The founders share insights on building relationships, managing sponsorships, and maintaining a strong sense of community. They also reflect on challenges, successes, and offer advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing persistence, authenticity, and seizing opportunities. 

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:59 Meet the Women Behind Run the World

01:54 The Inspiration Behind Run the World

05:21 Early Challenges and Growth

09:40 Pivoting During the Pandemic

14:07 Creating Impactful Events

21:25 Building a Community and Finding Speakers

24:07 Sponsorship and Networking Strategies

25:32 Building Sponsorships: The Key to Success

27:19 Overcoming Challenges: COVID and Beyond

29:03 Facing Community Backlash and Staying True

31:58 Celebrating Successes and Milestones

40:35 Tips for Event Management and Organization

42:14 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

45:13 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

Original Air Date: April 12, 2022

This week's episode is featuring Heather Monahan, a best-selling author X2, Top 50 Keynote Speaker in the World 2022, Podcast Host of Creating Confidence, TedX speaker, and most recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Healthlynked Corp. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years, Heather Monahan is one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite.

Heather was recognized as a Glass Ceiling Award winner and as one of the Most Influential Women in radio in 2017 before her unexpected termination. In late 2017, Heather chose to make her company Boss In Heels her full-time job. Over the next few months, Heather was featured on the Elvis Duran Radio show, wrote and self-published her first book entitled “Confidence Creator” and was named the Brand Ambassador for Perry Ellis International’s female brand “Rafaella”. Subsequently, she was named a limit-breaking female founder by Thrive Global. She is also a member of the Florida International University (FIU) Advisory Council to further serve as a mentor and leader in the South Florida community.

Heather’s book Confidence Creator shot to #1 on Amazon’s Business Biographies and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted on Amazon. Forbes named Confidence Creator one of the 5 must have books for women in business in 2021. Heather’s show, Creating Confidence, debuted on the Top 200 shows on Apple podcast. Her guests include Sara Blakely, Gary Vaynerchuck, Ryan Serhant, Kaitlyn Bristowe among many other noteworthy celebrities and entrepreneurs. Heather was named one of the Top 40 Female Keynote Speakers in 2020 and Top 50 Keynote Speakers for 2022 by Real Leaders. Her TedX talk was promoted to TED and translated into 6 languages. Harper Collins Leadership published her new book Overcome Your Villains in November 2021.

We discuss Heather's journey of working in the corporate world, to being unexpectedly fired and going out on her own. She shares how she built up her personal brand, getting into speaking engagements, becoming a best-selling author, and much more! 

Tune in to learn:

- Advice on becoming confident in yourself and stepping into the potential of who you can be

- How she went about writing her best-selling book & the differences in writing her second novel

- What she does at times when she doesn't feel confident 

- How to learn to be okay with not being for everyone and not apologizing for who you are

- Becoming a confident speaker & giving her TED X talk 

Resources

Website: ⁠heathermonahan.com/ ⁠

Heather Monahan Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/heathermonahan⁠

Creating Confidence With Heather Monahan: ⁠podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-confidence-with-heather-monahan/

Original Episode Air Date: July 12, 2022

In this episode of the Made It Happen Podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews Shannon, the CEO and founder of The Social Bungalow, an education and media company, and Bungalow Coffee, a coffee café in downtown Las Vegas.

Shannon shares her journey from working a nine-to-five corporate job to building a seven-figure marketing business. The discussion covers how to create effective content that converts, key elements for successful launches, and maintaining a strong mindset as a business owner. Shannon also discusses the conception and growth of The Social Bungalow, her approach to launching and selling out courses, and the challenges and rewards of managing a brick-and-mortar business alongside her online ventures.

Throughout the episode, Shannon offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one thing exceptionally well, maintaining radical care in customer interactions, and setting strong boundaries to manage the demands of business ownership.

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:59 Exciting Episode Featuring Shannon from The Social Bungalow

02:07 Shannon's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

04:30 Building The Social Bungalow

08:58 Key Tips for Growing an Online Business

14:51 Effective Launch Strategies

19:16 Introducing the Sophisticated CEO Suite

22:07 The Power of Podcasting

23:49 Podcast Community and Coaching Program

24:42 From Side Hustle to Coffee Shop Dream

26:55 Challenges and Rewards of a Brick-and-Mortar Business

27:53 Comparing Online and Physical Businesses

29:46 The Importance of Mindset in Business Growth

32:26 Celebrating Success and Client Impact

34:47 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

36:40 Future Plans and Business Strategies

38:47 Rapid Fire Questions and Reflections

45:30 Conclusion and Farewell

Original Episode Release Date: March 15, 2022

In this episode of the Made It Happen podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews Jenn Harper, the founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics. Jenn shares the inspiring story behind her award-winning social enterprise, which aims to help indigenous youth see themselves in the beauty industry while promoting sustainability.

She discusses her journey from a dream in 2015 to building a successful cosmetics brand, the challenges she faced, and her experiences pitching on Dragons' Den and partnering with Sephora. Jenn also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and social impact in business, and offers valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Don't miss this episode to learn how Jenn Harper made it happen.

00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast

00:56 Meet Jenn Harper: Founder of Cheekbone Beauty

02:49 The Start of Cheekbone Beauty

07:19 Challenges and Lessons Learned

12:55 Sustainability and Social Impact

16:14 Dragons' Den Experience

19:49 Breaking into Retail: Sephora Journey

26:09 Balancing Personal Life and Business

29:48 Future Plans and Final Thoughts

31:53 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion

Top episode replay - Original episode air date: May 25, 2020

In this episode of the Made It Happen Podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews Clio de la Llave, founder of Booje Media, a digital marketing agency based in Vancouver, and Podcast Nation. Clio shares insights on her journey from studying marketing to launching Booje Media, which specializes in social media and influencer marketing.

The discussion covers her experience managing brands and people, including Kaitlyn Bristowe, and co-founding businesses like Dew Edit and Spade and Sparrows. Clio also offers advice on building a successful team, networking, and coping with the challenges of running multiple ventures. Listeners will gain valuable tips on navigating the entrepreneurial landscape, especially during uncertain times.

00:00 Welcome to Made It Happen Podcast

00:48 Introducing Clio de la Llave and Booje Media

01:39 Clio's Journey into Marketing

02:18 The Evolution of Booje Media

02:58 Building Kaitlyn Bristowe's Brand

03:44 Launching Dew Edit and Spade and Sparrows

04:14 Starting a Podcast Agency

06:47 Networking and First Clients

12:27 The Power of Influencer Marketing

14:08 Building a Strong Team

16:26 Pay It Forward Project

19:53 Advice for Businesses During the Pandemic

21:42 Clio's Other Ventures

29:19 Working with Kaitlyn Bristowe

31:11 Managing Multiple Businesses

37:07 Future Plans and Travel

39:02 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Clio

Original release date: May 18, 2020

Connie Lo and Laura Burget are the founders of Three Ships (formerly known as NIU BODY), a 100% natural and vegan skincare company. They started the brand when they were both 23-years-old, with just $4,000 and a huge problem to solve. Their mission is to make natural beauty accessible for all women.

Since launching 3 years ago, Three Ships is now carried in >350 retailers across North America, has thousands of 5-star reviews online, and has appeared in publications like ELLE, Popsugar, and Refinery29. We talk about starting their business when they were 23 years old, how they became co-founders, starting their business with just $4,000, how they built a following before they even launched a product, when they knew they were ready to take their side-hustle full-time, how they landed their products in large retailers, what they've learned about themselves as business owners, and so much more!

This episode is packed with insights and motivational stories from two passionate female entrepreneurs dedicated to changing the beauty industry.

00:00 Welcome to Made It Happen Podcast

00:48 Meet the Founders of Three Ships Beauty

01:45 The Journey to Starting Three Ships Beauty

04:01 Early Challenges and Hustle

11:00 Marketing Strategies and Growth

13:42 Product Development Process

17:40 Retail Expansion and Major Milestones

22:43 Challenges and Lessons Learned

34:00 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

36:30 Future Plans and Final Thoughts