In this illuminating episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Dr. Marissa Pei, organizational psychologist, motivational speaker, media personality, and bestselling author widely known as the Asian Oprah. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and over three decades of experience consulting for Fortune 500 companies, teaching at prestigious universities like UCLA Anderson and Boston University Brussels, and hosting her syndicated show Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It: Get Balanced with Dr. Marissa, she brings both depth and warmth to powerful conversations. 

Together, they explore how Dr. Pei transformed personal adversity into a mission of healing and happiness. She dives into her bestselling book 8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are, highlights the one practice most empowering for women, and reflects on her 12-year journey creating her enduring talk show. This episode is a masterclass in turning pain into purpose, embracing resilience, and leading with joy. 

Because when SHE DECIDES to stand firmly in her story, she uplifts countless others to do the same. 

• Website: drmarissa.life YouTube+14Marissapei+14Instagram+14UCLA Extension 

• Watch her show: Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It: Get Balanced with Dr. Marissa, running over a decade and airing on platforms like iHeartRadio and CNBC News Radio Marissapei+15Marissapei+15speakerhub.com+15 

• Instagram: @docbalance 

In this empowering episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Courtney Stanfield, veteran Canadian TV broadcaster, mom of three, and founder of the revolutionary Air Out! App. Courtney’s mission is clear: to transform the way we deal with overwhelming emotions by giving people a safe, anonymous space to express themselves freely and without judgment. 

From her career in broadcasting to her journey as a mother and now a mental wellness visionary, Courtney shares how unfiltered self-expression can cut through the noise, ease emotional weight, and help us feel better, fast. Together, they explore the connection between mental wellness and leadership, the courage it takes to launch something groundbreaking, and why creating judgment-free spaces matters now more than ever. 

Because when SHE DECIDES to turn pain into purpose, she builds tools that give others the freedom to breathe and begin again. 

✨ Air Out! has been featured in LA Weekly, FOX, Too Much Magazine, Breakfast Television, and countless tech platforms for its bold and innovative approach to wellness. 

📲 Download Air Out! free on the Apple Store and Google Play, and discover how venting, without guilt or shame, can shift your energy and change your day. 

👉 Connect with Courtney and Air Out! 

• Website: airoutapp.com 

• Instagram: @airoutapp 

• TikTok: @air.outapp 

In this beautifully grounded episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Kim Depole, visionary interior designer, founder of NYC Depole Design, and a pioneer in crafting spaces that begin with the soul. With over 30 years of experience and a client list ranging from global CEOs to Oprah herself, Kim’s approach to design goes far beyond aesthetics. 

Rooted in mindfulness and inspired by global travels, Kim shares how creating a home that reflects your inner world can be a powerful act of self-expression and healing. From optimizing space with intention to designing sanctuaries that support how we live, work, and restore, Kim’s philosophy empowers us to create homes that don’t just look beautiful but feel like home. 

This episode is an invitation to turn inward and design outward – from the heart. Because when SHE DECIDES to honor her space, she creates a life of beauty, balance, and meaning. 

Connect with Kim Depole and Depole Designs

• Website: depoledesign.com

• Email: [email protected]

• Phone: (212) 366-5682

• Instagram: @depoledesign

• YouTube: Depole Design Channel

• Houzz: Depole Design LLC

In this refreshing and purposeful episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski welcomes Lucy Milligan Wahl, founder of LMW Edits, Princeton and UCLA alum, and a passionate voice for the power of organization as a tool for intentional living.

Lucy shares how she traded a career in fundraising to launch her San Francisco-based professional organizing business in 2014, helping everyone from tech CEOs to busy families find clarity in their homes and their lives. Her message is clear and powerful: everyone can be organized, and creating order in your physical space is a bold first step to showing up fully in every other area of life.

More than bins and labels, this conversation is about designing a life that makes space for what truly matters. Because when SHE DECIDES to live with intention, she makes room for joy, purpose, and freedom.

✨ Connect with Lucy Milligan Wahl
🌐 Website: www.lmwedits.com
📸 Instagram: @lmwedits
📘 Facebook: LMW Edits
💼 LinkedIn: Lucy Milligan Wahl

In this electrifying episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski is joined by Jeanne Omlor, Business Strategist, multi-7-figure Online Business Coach, and Certified Servant Leadership Executive Coach, whose journey is a masterclass in reinvention. 

At 54, Jeanne was a solo parent, buried in debt, and starting from zero. In just 17 months, she built a $1M business without ads and has since scaled to multi-millions while helping nearly 500 other entrepreneurs do the same. Fueled by purpose and shaped by perseverance, Jeanne now empowers others to rewrite their money stories, unleash their vision, and lead with integrity. 

This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt stuck, small, or behind. Jeanne proves it’s never too late to rise and when SHE DECIDES to bet on herself, she builds a legacy. 

Episode Takeaways

• Jeanne Omlor started her business while being a solo parent in debt.
• She initially struggled to find clients in a new city.
• Transitioning to online business was a game changer for her.
• Mentorship played a crucial role in her success.
• Servant leadership is key in coaching relationships.
• Building strong client relationships is essential for success.
• Jeanne emphasizes the importance of marketing in business.
• She learned valuable lessons from her coaching experiences.
• Jeanne's clients often achieve success quickly with her guidance.
• Creating a supportive coaching environment fosters client growth. Business is about testing and adapting strategies.
• Mindset plays a crucial role in financial success.
• True success encompasses personal, spiritual, and financial aspects.
• Mastering emotions is key to achieving business goals.
• Getting online is essential for modern business success.
• Coaching and mentorship can significantly impact growth.
• Simplicity in approach often leads to better results.
• It's important to take responsibility for mistakes.
• Helping others succeed brings personal fulfillment.
• Continuous learning and adaptation are vital for entrepreneurs.

Want to connect with Jeanne? Visit www.jeanneomlor.com or follow her on Instagram @jeanneomlor!#SheDecidesPodcast #WomenInBusiness #MindsetShift #TakeActionNow #BusinessCoach #JeanneOmlor #StaciSwiderski #FinancialFreedom #EntrepreneurMindset #EmotionalMastery #Worthiness #ServantLeadership #7FigureBusiness

In this powerful episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Marla Neufeld, Esq., partner at Greenspoon Marder LLP, fertility law trailblazer, and a mom of twins born through surrogacy. As the founder of her firm’s Surrogacy and Assisted Reproductive Technology practice group, Marla brings both personal experience and legal expertise to a topic that is changing the way families are built.

From her own emotional journey through infertility to co-authoring The ABA Guide to Assisted Reproduction, Marla shares what it means to navigate complex legal systems while advocating for choice, clarity, and compassion in family building. She opens up about the evolving landscape of reproductive rights, the importance of legal protection in third-party reproduction, and why owning your path, no matter how unconventional, is the ultimate power move.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone walking the path of parenthood or passionate about protecting reproductive autonomy. Because when SHE DECIDES to fight for her family, she changes the future for others, too.

Connect with Marla Neufeld, Esq.:

🌐 Website: www.marlaneufeld.com

📸 Instagram: @marla.neufeld

🔗 LinkedIn: Marla Neufeld, Esq.

🏛️ Law Firm: Greenspoon Marder LLP – Surrogacy & ART Law

In this boldly empowering episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski welcomes the unstoppable Dr. Rochel Marie Lawson - telecom trailblazer, holistic health expert, international best-selling author, and the woman known as The Queen of Feeling Fabulous. 

As CEO of All Day Cable, Inc. and founder of Blissful Living 4 U, Dr. Rochel has shattered glass ceilings in business while leading a global movement around wellness, self-worth, and purpose-driven living. With decades of experience as a nurse, alternative health practitioner, and entrepreneur, she shares how aligning mind, body, and mission creates unstoppable momentum - and how women everywhere can tap into their own blueprint for bliss. 

This episode is your invitation to step into your power, prioritize your wellness, and embrace success on your terms. Because when she decides to lead from within, she becomes truly unstoppable. 

✨ Connect with Dr. Rochel Marie Lawson:

• Website: https://blissfulliving4u.com

• Instagram: @rochelmarielawson

• Facebook: Rochel Marie Lawson

• LinkedIn: Rochel Marie Lawson

• Twitter: @rochelelawson

In this deeply moving episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Nikki Brooker, a powerhouse mama, author, publisher, photographer, and founder of the nonprofit You Are Not Alone (YANA). What began as a response to unimaginable loss became a nationwide mission to ensure no mom ever feels alone in her struggles again. From her early beginnings in northern Michigan to raising three children and building a platform of hope and healing, Nikki shares how her lived experiences and heartbreaks shaped a purpose-driven life. Through honest conversation, emotional insight, and relentless compassion, Nikki is breaking the silence around maternal mental health and creating real change, one mama at a time. This episode is a heartfelt call to remember that behind every strong woman is a story, and when she decides to speak out, she becomes a lifeline for others.

🔗 Listen now and connect:📸 Instagram: @yanam2m

🌐 YANA Website: yanamom.com

👤 Get to Know Nikki: nikki-brooker.com

In this unapologetically fresh episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski chats with relationship expert and tech innovator Iryna Wood—creator and co-founder of GEMINI NEAR ME, the groundbreaking self-help and self-love app featuring IRYNA AI, a 24/7 pocket counselor designed to empower emotional growth. 

Iryna shares how her journey as a relationship specialist inspired her to bring personalized support into the hands of anyone, anywhere, anytime. From building emotional intelligence to strengthening self-esteem and creating deeper connection—whether you're single or in a relationship—this conversation is a blueprint for healing, self-awareness, and real empowerment. 

This episode is for anyone ready to take radical responsibility for their relationships—starting with the one they have with themselves. Because when she decides to love herself first, everything changes. 

In this compelling episode of SHE DECIDES, host Staci Swiderski sits down with Dr. Tenia Davis, bestselling author, Ph.D. in Values-Driven Leadership, and powerhouse C-suite executive with over two decades of experience in transforming teams and organizations. Known for her servant leadership approach and commitment to building cultures where everyone can thrive, Dr. Davis shares what it means to lead with authenticity, courage, and purpose. 

From practical tools for empowering multigenerational teams to hard-earned lessons in the boardroom, Dr. Davis unpacks the principles behind her acclaimed books and the leadership philosophy that fuels her success. This episode is a masterclass in owning your voice, lifting others as you rise, and making an impact that lasts. Because when she decides to lead with purpose, she redefines what leadership looks like.