Lucy Liu is a global business strategist and certified life coach helping high achieving women in life transitions unstuck, kiss overwhelm bye, cultivate rockstar confidence, see clarity, reach dream goals, and live a joyful fulfilling life!She is an unshakable optimist, wife, mother, easy-going entrepreneur, certified #IamRemarkable women empowerment workshop facilitator, and international motivational speaker. She also inspires as the host of her weekly podcast The Lucy Liu Show, which is the fueling station for your mind, business and life.You may also have noticed that she shares the same name as another famous Lucy, and in this episode we talk about what it’s like to grow up and claim a famous name for your own, the mindset shift that completely changed her life, and how what could have been a barrier has actually become a joy.Lucy also shares how she shifted from living a life that left her feeling unhappy and unfulfilled to a life that is truly aligned and fulfilling, the journey that she took to get there, and we dive into all of the mindset stuff that we deal with as entrepreneurs - including how to break through those limiting beliefs we all have!For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-94

Michelle Vroom has made half a million dollars from her Facebook group...and counting. So when she says she knows how to grow an audience that makes you 6-figures, she means it! With a 15-year background in marketing and public relations, she has the skills and knowledge to help other entrepreneurs get to 6-figures in their business. She has a no-nonsense, tough love approach that helps her clients get results FAST and gives them the freedom and security to live life on their terms.In this episode, we’re diving into so many goodies: the importance of being honest about the mindset challenges that go along with entrepreneurship (no matter what stage you’re at!), why it’s ok to not know everything about your ideal client all the time, and some of the reasons why you might not be attracting high-ticket clients.We’re also talking about the dark side of success and the narratives that we tell ourselves that are so often NOT talked about when you’re scaling your business, and Michelle shares why she is so passionate about helping women cultivate a thriving and engaged audience.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-93

You have probably heard of a birth plan, but what about a postpartum plan?The postpartum period can be intense, and it’s often a time that is overlooked when it comes to preparing for a new addition to a family - especially for busy entrepreneurs.Liz Winters (she/her) is a chocolate-loving nutritionist, pre & postnatal coach, doula, mom, and birth nerd. She is the founder of the online education and lifestyle brand, Liz Winters Wellness, and lives in Oregon with her 3 dogs, 2 cats, amazing partner, and kiddos.She helps career-driven millennial parents cut through the BS of mommy-marketing and Pinterest perfection so they can have an empowered and healthy pregnancy and postpartum experience and build a life they actually love.We’re chatting all about thriving in the fourth trimester, balancing entrepreneurship and parenthood, and how to wrap your head around being a business-driven person AND a parent - all at the same time.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-92

Alyssa Houseknecht is the CEO and Creative Director of Lyss House Creative, where she helps influential entrepreneurs design confident brands using her 5-step framework that incorporates brand strategy, design, and mindset. She is also one of the very first Aligned Business Academy students and has been featured on numerous global summits and top-rated podcasts. Listen in as Alyssa shares her story from the corporate world at a successful multi-million dollar company in New York, to spinning her wheels at freelancing, to finding the Aligned Business Academy and jumping into the CEO role. We talk about the importance of embracing the future version of yourself, how COVID was in many ways a blessing, and Alyssa details the tangible things that really helped her step into her power as a business owner.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-91

Samantha Rodriguez is a Lead Generation Strategist and natural marketer who helps clients to create a strategy that not only showcases what they offer, but also makes their brand memorable so that they can attract their dream clients. She has had such a cool journey through entrepreneurship that I know so many of you will be able to relate to!In this episode, Samantha shares some of the ups and down she had throughout her entrepreneurial journey, including how a cancer scare lit a fire under her and was the catalyst for the start of her business. We also talk about how she was able to quit her corporate job two months after starting her VA business, how she got the confidence to scale, and what it was like hitting that first $20k month. And of course, we dive into marketing and lead generation, and Samantha gives us her best lead generation tips that you can start implementing today.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-90

Get ready for something a little different. Today I’m talking about something that I’ve wanted to share for a long time, but it never felt it was the right time - until now.In this episode, I’m sharing my mental health and fertility journey with you because I know that as business owners and as women who are wanting to start families, both can be a big thing that correlates to the growth of our business - and the ways in which we grow our business.So get comfy, grab your favorite drink, and listen in. I have no doubt that many of you will relate to my journey, and if nothing else, I hope it will leave you with the knowledge that you’re not alone.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-89

Steph Weber is a brand coach and marketing strategist that helps entrepreneurs create brands that captivate and convert to disrupt their industry. With 7 years of experience working as a brand manager, a degree in strategic communications, and the work she's poured into developing her own business, Steph helps brands gain the clarity they need to build impactful, sustainable businesses. She has a heart for adventuring and a passion for helping people make an impact through a memorable brand!In this episode, we’re talking about #momlife, entrepreneurship, and how it all fits together and why a solid support system is especially important when you’re a working parent. We also talk about Steph’s business model and how she helps entrepreneurs stand out in a crowded market and get super clear on their message to really be able to make an impact in their own unique way.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-88

Haley Johnson is the founder of Propegy, an agency that creates marketing solutions for every stage of business and leverages the consistency of an in-house team with the flexibility of a freelancer. What’s really unique about Haley though is the huge shift she made over the past year really stepping into her power as a business owner, not “just a freelancer.”In this episode we discuss Haley’s journey from student, to freelancer trying to move out of her parent’s house, to legitimate CEO, employer, and business owner, and the shift that made all of this possible for her. Haley also shares her views on why you don’t always need a website to have a successful company (but what you do need!) and her unique way of looking for new leads for her business. Haley is an amazing example of what it looks like when you really claim who you are and who you want to be and then fully and unapologetically step into that role, and I’m so excited to share her story!For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-87

Lattice Hudson is a business coach, leadership mentor, and social sales expert who is on a mission to help women make more money and increase their impact all while living a life that they love. She currently specializes in helping online coaches scale past that coveted 6-figure mark, and joins me today to share her story from the corporate world to next-level entrepreneurship.Listen in as Lattice shares how she created a 90-day exit plan from her corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship, and how she pivoted from multiple businesses to focus on coaching other entrepreneurs. We also talk about the trap of comparing ourselves to others, the game changer that allowed Lattice to have her best month ever, and the reason why she’s not pushing for a 7-figure business today (but what her next big goal is!) For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-86

Katie Durski is the owner and founder of Ribbon & Ink, a brand and web design agency that helps small creative businesses book their dream clients by creating purposeful and consistent branding. She started off working specifically with wedding industry professionals but has since shifted a lot of her business model, and in the past year alone has made some really big and bold moves that has allowed her to have her best business year ever.We’re talking business, kids, parenting during a pandemic, and how Katie juggled it all while growing a multi $6-figure business. Katie also shares the one major thing that really shifted her business from the brink of closing to the most successful yet in only a year and we talk about the importance of trying new things and not worrying about perfection.For show notes and more visit: https://pinegateroad.com/podcast-85