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🎧 Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie is joined by Julie Marty-Pearson—podcaster, coach, storyteller, and founder of the Podcast Your Story Podcaster community. Julie shares her deeply personal journey from burnout and uncertainty to freedom and fulfillment through podcasting. Tune in to hear how losing a “dream job” led to finding her true calling, why storytelling heals, and how podcasting is more accessible—and transformational—than ever before. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone feeling the pull to do things differently and speak their truth out loud.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Julie’s life shifted after turning 40—and why it was a turning point
• The surprising freedom that comes from “losing everything”
• What podcasting can do for your confidence, your creativity, and your community
• How technology makes podcasting easier than ever before
• Why storytelling is healing and necessary (and not just for others, but for YOU)
• The importance of starting before you're ready—and doing it messy
• What it really means to build a podcasting business that fits your life

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Julie Marty-Pearson:

• Don’t wait to feel ready—start small, start messy, but START
• Know your “why” before you launch your podcast (or any creative venture)
• You don’t need expensive gear or polished perfection—just passion and purpose
• Get the right support—whether it’s a course, a coach, or a community
• Focus on platforms and tech tools that simplify, not complicate
• If you’re already podcasting, keep learning! The landscape evolves fast

🎤 Memorable Quote:

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:

Julie’s decision to walk away from her structured academic career and start her own business—without a clear plan, but with a clear knowing—is a mic-drop moment. Her choice to launch The Story of My Pet podcast for fun, and follow the thread of joy and community, is the definition of BOLD.

📱 Connect with Julie Marty-Pearson:

Join Julie’s community and explore all the ways she supports women through podcasting at:
 👉 www.podcastyourstorynow.com
Follow her on Instagram: @podcastyourstorynow
Check out her shows: The Story of My Pet – available on all major platforms! 🐾🎙️and Podcast Your Story Now, too!

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🎧 Episode Summary:
In this solo episode, Tracie peels back the curtain on one of the biggest myths holding people back — motivation. Spoiler alert: motivation isn’t something you wait for — it’s something you create. Listen in as Tracie shares how taking imperfect, bold action fuels momentum, which in turn, builds motivation. If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “I should really…” — this episode is your wake-up call.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why waiting for motivation is a trap (and what to do instead)
• The sneaky damage of the word should in your self-talk
• How momentum, not magic, builds motivation
• A simple formula to shift from stuck to in-action
• The truth behind “Consistency beats intensity”

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Tracie:

• Ditch the word should — replace it with intentional action
• Decide what you’re going to do, when, and tell someone about it
• Start small — any action counts and builds momentum
• Lean on consistency — even imperfect action fuels motivation
• Write down your next action and share it with a trusted person

🎤 Memorable Quote:
“Motivation follows momentum — and momentum starts when you take bold action, even when you don’t feel like it.”

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:
When Tracie admits recording solo episodes isn’t easy — and does it anyway, live and unscripted, showing us all how to walk the talk of bold, imperfect action.

📱 Connect with Tracie:
Find Tracie in The Gather Community on Facebook or connect on LinkedIn. Share what action you’re taking — she'd love to cheer you on!

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Love these conversations? Be part of our growing circle of women taking bold action every day. Search The Gather Community with Tracie Root on Facebook and plug into the support and inspiration you need.

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🎧 Episode Summary:
In this soulful and deeply inspiring episode of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, host Tracie Root welcomes the radiant Carrie Asuncion Helms, intuitive coach, human design guide, and Queen of Your Destiny. Together, they explore how bold decisions, deep inner work, and conscious resilience lead to personal power and purpose-driven impact. Carrie shares her journey from burnout in corporate HR to coaching powerhouse, guiding women to reconnect with their bodies, rediscover their purpose, and reclaim their power.

This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone ready to shift from survival mode to thriving on purpose.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🔹 How burnout became the turning point for Carrie’s journey from corporate VP to spiritual and intuitive coach
🔹 The importance of somatic awareness and how to safely reconnect with your body after trauma
🔹 What it means to become the “Queen of Your Destiny”—and how you can start owning that title today
🔹 How to shift from victim to hero by reframing your story and claiming your inner truth
🔹 Why community, connection, and saying your dream out loud are essential to growth and healing

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Carrie Helms:

• Tune into your body with breath and intention—your nervous system holds wisdom.
• Don’t wait for clarity—take the next step. The “how” reveals itself in motion.
• Ask the universe for “this or something even better—surprise me.”
• Reframe past pain into power. Every challenge carries a gift.
• You don’t have to do it alone. Build your bold support squad.

🎤 Memorable Quote:
"I started this journey thinking there was something in me that needed to be fixed. But now I know—I’m not broken. I’m a diamond in the rough, just waiting to shine." – Carrie Helms

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:
When Carrie said “I’m not asking you—I’m telling you” to her husband as she boldly claimed her path back to purpose, pulling $5K from their 401k to invest in her future. THAT is Queen energy.

📱 Connect with Carrie Helms:
https://www.facebook.com/carrie.asuncion.helms/

https://www.instagram.com/purposeprosperitycarrie/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-asuncion/

🚀 Join the Bold and Brilliant Podcast Community:
Are you ready to surround yourself with women who are redefining what it means to lead and live boldly? Come join us inside The Gather Community and discover what’s possible when you stop playing small.

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If this episode lit something up inside you, leave a review and share it with a friend. Your feedback helps amplify these voices and inspire bold lives everywhere.

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🎧 Episode Summary:
In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of the Bold and Brilliant Podcast, host Tracie Root is joined by parenting expert and coach Elisabeth Stitt, founder of Joyful Parenting Coaching. With a lifetime devoted to children—from early babysitting gigs to years in the classroom—Elisabeth shares her powerful journey from passionate teacher to impactful parenting coach. Her story is a testament to following your calling, even when it means taking a bold leap into the unknown. Tune in to hear how one spontaneous decision changed the course of her career and her mission to bring peace to families—one household at a time.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🔹 How Elisabeth’s lifelong connection to children shaped her career
🔹 Why she chose coaching over traditional therapy and teaching
🔹 The bold, pivotal moment that led her to leave a secure teaching career
🔹 How coaching parents can prevent burnout and restore joy in family life
🔹 The surprising power of thinking long-term in parenting—raising thriving adults, not just “good kids”

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Elisabeth Stitt:

• Parent with intention, not just reaction. Define your values and align your parenting approach accordingly.
• Create a family "master plan." Know the kind of adult you're raising, and reverse engineer the qualities you want them to have.
• Don’t wait for a crisis. Get proactive parenting support early—before things feel broken.
• Clarity comes from conversation. A no-pressure call with a coach can help parents see what’s possible and where support is needed.
• Invest in family transformation. Coaching isn't about fixing problems—it's about creating the joyful family life you really want.

🎤 Memorable Quote:
"It doesn't have to be that way. Parenting can be joyful—but only if we choose to be intentional and supported." – Elisabeth Stitt

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:
Elisabeth stood in the middle of her school office, holding a bright pink form asking if she would return to her teaching position. Without hesitation—and without consulting anyone—she checked “I’m leaving,” handed it in, and walked out. That spontaneous decision launched her decade-long career (and counting!) as a parenting coach.

📱 Connect with Elisabeth Stitt:
Visit JoyfulParentingCoaching.com to schedule a free Getting to Know You call, explore her resources, or inquire about private coaching.

🚀 Join the Bold and Brilliant Podcast Community:
We’re here for women who are ready to lead with courage, clarity, and conviction. Let’s grow bolder—and more brilliant—together.

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🎧 Episode Summary:
In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of the Bold and Brilliant Podcast, host Tracie Root is joined by parenting expert and coach Elisabeth Stitt, founder of Joyful Parenting Coaching. With a lifetime devoted to children—from early babysitting gigs to years in the classroom—Elisabeth shares her powerful journey from passionate teacher to impactful parenting coach. Her story is a testament to following your calling, even when it means taking a bold leap into the unknown. Tune in to hear how one spontaneous decision changed the course of her career and her mission to bring peace to families—one household at a time.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🔹 How Elisabeth’s lifelong connection to children shaped her career
🔹 Why she chose coaching over traditional therapy and teaching
🔹 The bold, pivotal moment that led her to leave a secure teaching career
🔹 How coaching parents can prevent burnout and restore joy in family life
🔹 The surprising power of thinking long-term in parenting—raising thriving adults, not just “good kids”

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Elisabeth Stitt:

• Parent with intention, not just reaction. Define your values and align your parenting approach accordingly.
• Create a family "master plan." Know the kind of adult you're raising, and reverse engineer the qualities you want them to have.
• Don’t wait for a crisis. Get proactive parenting support early—before things feel broken.
• Clarity comes from conversation. A no-pressure call with a coach can help parents see what’s possible and where support is needed.
• Invest in family transformation. Coaching isn't about fixing problems—it's about creating the joyful family life you really want.

🎤 Memorable Quote:
"It doesn't have to be that way. Parenting can be joyful—but only if we choose to be intentional and supported." – Elisabeth Stitt

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:
Elisabeth stood in the middle of her school office, holding a bright pink form asking if she would return to her teaching position. Without hesitation—and without consulting anyone—she checked “I’m leaving,” handed it in, and walked out. That spontaneous decision launched her decade-long career (and counting!) as a parenting coach.

📱 Connect with Elisabeth Stitt:
Visit JoyfulParentingCoaching.com to schedule a free Getting to Know You call, explore her resources, or inquire about private coaching.

🚀 Join the Bold and Brilliant Podcast Community:
We’re here for women who are ready to lead with courage, clarity, and conviction. Let’s grow bolder—and more brilliant—together.

🌟 Rate & Review:
If this episode lit you up or gave you hope, take a moment to leave a 5-star review and share it with a friend. Every rating helps us reach more women who are ready to take bold action in their lives!

Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast!

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In this episode of the Bold and Brilliant Podcast, host Tracie Root dives into a dynamic and meaningful conversation with sustainability-driven business leader Carolyn Pistone. As the founder of Clear Blue Commercial—a certified B Corp that integrates environmental consciousness into commercial real estate—Carolyn shares her journey from high-rise corporate life to running a mission-driven company that proves business can be a force for good. Carolyn opens up about the oil spill that changed her perspective forever, the bold choice to build a purpose-centered business, and her latest leap into authorship and speaking.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🔹 Why sustainability isn’t a side project—it can be a core business driver
🔹 How one oil spill became the catalyst for a purpose-driven career
🔹 The impact of aligning your values with your work
🔹 Real-life examples of environmental wins in commercial real estate
🔹 The importance of documenting and celebrating your current positive impact
🔹 Why your business can—and should—be used to create social change

🛠️ Actionable Tips from Carolyn Pistone:

• Start where you are: Look at how your existing business operations can align with your values
• Track your positive impact—what you’re doing right now might already be creating change
• Don’t wait for the perfect time: Take bold action even if you’re not “ready”
• Infuse your philanthropy into your work, not just around it
• Embrace joy as a compass for your next move

🎤 Memorable Quote:
"If we’re spending the bulk of our waking lives working, how can we use that work to bring the best we have to the world and make the most positive impact it can?" – Carolyn Pistone

🔥 Bold Moment of the Episode:
Carolyn’s bold decision to shift from running a successful, established business to stepping into her calling as an author and speaker, sharing her message of sustainability, impact, and joy with the world, ten years after founding Clear Blue Commercial. She didn't just build a company; she built a legacy of purpose.

📱 Connect with Carolyn Pistone:
Explore Carolyn’s work at Clear Blue Commercial and follow her journey in her new book Open for Joy: A Journey of Healing and Business Success. She’s also leading workshops like Saving the World by Playing Big in Your Small Business.

🚀 Join the Bold and Brilliant Podcast Community:
Are you ready to lead boldly, live brilliantly, and surround yourself with women who are doing the same? Connect with Tracie and other bold leaders at The Gather Community and let’s grow together.

🌟 Rate & Review:
If this episode inspired you to take bolder action, leave us a review! Your feedback helps us grow the Bold and Brilliant movement—and might just spark someone else’s next brave decision.

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🎙️ Episode Title: A Bold Decision from the Heart with Michelle Walters

🎙️ Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Bold and Brilliant Podcast, host Tracie Root sits down with Michelle Walters, marketing coach, clinical hypnotherapist, speaker, and author, for a conversation about following intuition, creating momentum, and boldly shifting careers. Michelle shares how a single moment of inspiration—a novel!—led her from a 20+ year career in digital marketing to launching her hypnotherapy practice and stepping fully into her calling.

From science to strategy, and from mindset to marketing, Michelle brings a unique blend of curiosity, leadership, and grounded spirituality. Her story will inspire any listener who's ever considered making a bold pivot—especially in uncertain times.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

🔹 How a novel sparked Michelle’s life-changing career pivot – And how she turned that inspiration into real-world action.
🔹 The powerful intersection of decision-making, marketing, and mindset – Drawing from her experience in business consulting and creativity.
🔹 Why conscious leadership and intention are key to success – And how Michelle integrates these principles into her new book and her coaching practice.

🌟 Memorable Quote:

"I’m more about what works than getting hung up on the how." – Michelle Walters

📚 About Michelle Walters:

Michelle Walters is a marketing coach, clinical hypnotherapist, speaker, and author who helps her clients align their mindset, message, and momentum. A former decision consultant and longtime digital marketer, she now leads transformational work at the intersection of conscious leadership and subconscious change. Her latest book, The ABCs of Conscious Leadership, blends real-world leadership tools with insight and intention.

She was named Best Professional Business Coach of 2024 by Oakland Magazine.

📍 Connect with Michelle:

• Website: michellewalters.net
• Books: Alignment of Spirit and The ABCs of Conscious Leadership
• Upcoming Program: Magnetic Marketing Collective launching June 2025

🎧 Listen & Subscribe:

Find this episode and more on your favorite podcast platform.
 Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your bold and brilliant friends!

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🎙️ The Bold and Brilliant Podcast with Tracie Root
Finding Your True North with Life Coach Jana Lane

✨ Episode Description

Have you ever felt like you were going through the motions, living a life that looked great on paper but left you wanting something more?

In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, Tracie sits down with *Jana Lane*, the vibrant and wise “True North Life Coach,” who shares her bold journey from decades in retail and mortgage to a life of purpose as a transformational coach. 

After moving 27 times in 32 years, finding love and settling down, Jana hit a moment of clarity that changed everything. You’ll hear how one bold decision—hiring a life coach—set her on a path of personal transformation and sparked the creation of a new, deeply aligned business helping others find their own *true north*.

Tune in for a conversation filled with honesty, resilience, woo-to-wow mindset shifts, and the power of saying *yes* to personal growth—at any stage in life.

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 👤 Meet Jana Lane

Jana Lane is a certified DreamBuilder Coach and the founder of **Your True North Life Coaching**, where she helps people reconnect with their inner compass and create a life they truly love. With decades of experience in retail and mortgage lending, she brings real-world understanding, practical structure, and heartfelt compassion to her coaching. Whether through one-on-one sessions, group coaching, or workshops, Jana helps her clients declutter their minds, homes, and hearts to make space for joy, clarity, and lasting transformation.

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 💡 In This Episode, You'll Learn:

- How Jana’s upbringing in a military family shaped her adaptability and perspective
- The defining moment that led her to say *yes* to coaching—first as a client, then as a coach
- Why organizing someone’s physical space often leads to emotional breakthroughs
- How your past experiences—even the painful ones—can become your superpower
- The transformational power of a simple morning routine (and why it’s now sacred to Jana)
- The difference between woo and *wow*, and why the term “life coach” is evolving
- Jana’s big, bold dream of hosting collaborative retreats in tropical destinations  
- Why there’s *no such thing* as too many coaches

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 🔗 Connect with Jana Lane

- **Website** www.theresnospacelikehome.com, www.yourtruenorthlifecoach.com
- **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/nospacelikehomeorganizing/#
- **Facebook:**  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064044972886
-**LinkedIn:** www.linkedin.com/in/janalane
- **Email:** [email protected]  

If you’re seeking a dynamic and compassionate speaker, or know a group that would benefit from her wisdom, reach out to Jana directly. She's actively booking speaking engagements and workshops!

 🎧 Subscribe, Share, and Review!

If this episode lit a spark in you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who could use a little inspiration to follow *their* true north. ⭐ Find us on your favorite podcast app! https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast 

Follow Tracie on Instagram @tracieroot_coaching for more behind-the-s

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🎙️ The Bold and Brilliant Podcast  with Tracie Root

Meet the Woman Behind the Curtain: Tech Strategy and Bold Decisions with Paula Allen
Guest: Paula Allen – Online Business Manager, Strategist & Founder of Services for You

💡 Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie chats with the fabulous and tech-savvy Paula Allen, an experienced online business manager and longtime collaborator behind the success of The Gather Community. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial space, Paula shares how one bold decision transformed her career and gave rise to a thriving business that supports women leaders in bringing their vision to life—without being held back by technology.

Paula walks us through her journey from transcription services to building a VA agency and now serving as a strategic partner for coaches, creatives, and even chiropractors. Whether you’re stuck on platforms like Go High Level or not sure which tech tool to choose, Paula’s got insights that can help you simplify, streamline, and succeed.

We also dig into:
- The evolution of tech for online entrepreneurs
- How to future-proof your business with the right foundation
- What it really means to be a partner in someone’s mission
- Building community and legacy with purpose
- Why networking is still the best growth strategy after two decades in business

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the backend stuff, this episode is your permission slip to get help—and make bold moves anyway.

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🔥 Highlights:
- **04:50** – Why Paula got into tech: “I didn’t want tech to hold women back.”
- **13:15** – From daycare center to transcription entrepreneur—how she made the leap.
- **25:40** – Paula’s boldest business decision that changed everything.
- **39:05** – “Every platform has pros and cons. I’m tech-agnostic—I want it to work for YOU.”
- **50:55** – Building a business with legacy and transition in mind.
- **58:30** – How community and networking are still Paula’s #1 growth tools.

 ✨ About Our Guest:
Paula Allen is an online business manager and founder of *Services for You*. With a passion for empowering women entrepreneurs, she brings decades of experience in tech strategy, virtual support, and platform implementation. Paula is known for her calm confidence, practical tech wisdom, and dedication to meeting business owners exactly where they are.

🔗 Connect with Paula:  
🌐 https://www.services-foryou.com  
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