The Savvy Session

As women entrepreneurs, we can find ourselves juggling numerous responsibilities, from managing our businesses to taking care of our families.  It can sometimes feel overwhelming and lonely, making us wish we had a support system to lean on.

In our latest episode, we talk with Tanya Alvarez, a successful mom and business owner, who understands the struggles of starting and growing a business firsthand.  Listen in to hear Tanya's inspiring journey from building a million-dollar business to founding OwnersUp - a weekly advisory board that helps entrepreneurs stay on track, brainstorm new and innovative solutions, and ensures that their business is never stagnant or plateaus.

Here are the key takeaways from our conversation:

1. Establish accountability: Avoid the traps of overwhelm and perfectionism by creating a structure that keeps you focused, realistic, and on track with your goals.

2. Maintain a healthy work-life balance: Discover how to thrive in both personal and professional aspects of life, avoiding burnout and prioritizing time for your loved ones and personal goals.

3. Join an unbiased feedback loop: Experience exponential growth by actively seeking feedback, taking action, and learning from others, especially those outside your industry.

4. Optimize your productivity: Owners Up offers exclusive software that enables you to track and evaluate your daily activities, delegate tasks efficiently, and make the most of your valuable time for business growth.

5. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs: Gain valuable insights, tips, and motivation from a supportive community of ambitious women on the same entrepreneurial journey.

OwnersUp is a place where small business owners come together to help each other achieve their goals in a supportive community.  It is a platform to give entrepreneurs access to goal-setting tools and accountability groups.

OwnersUp gives you:

• Software to track goals and progress
• Weekly video calls to give you a sounding board
• A coach that keeps you accountable and helps you grow your company
• Membership in a small group that really knows you and your business

You can connect with Tanya here:
Website: https://ownersup.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyaownersup

Do you ever find yourself questioning your career choices?  Wondering if there is more to work than just a paycheck?  You're not alone.  Many people are seeking to find their true purpose to have a fulfilling life, both personally and professionally.

In our latest episode, we sit down with Christy Rosen, a career coach and founder of Ikigai Career Coaching, to discuss the power of incorporating the Japanese concept of Ikigai into your career development journey and how it can guide us towards a meaningful and purpose-driven career.

At the core of ikigai is the idea of finding purpose and fulfillment by aligning four key elements: what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.  These elements create an intersection where your passions, skills, and potential for contribution come together.

The pursuit of Ikigai brings peace, direction, joy, and a purpose-filled life, Christy explained.  By understanding and incorporating these aspects of oneself, individuals can find their place in the world and discover their ideal job.

Here are the key takeaways from this episode:

• Understand the Ikigai philosophy: Discover how Ikigai combines passion, mission, vocation, and profession to help you define and achieve your career objectives.
• Embrace a purpose-filled lifestyle: Explore how the Japanese philosophy encourages slowing down and intentional development to prioritize your main interests and overall happiness.
• Find your reason for being: Learn how Ikigai helps you uncover what you love, what the world needs, what you can be paid for, and what you're good at, ultimately leading to a fulfilling career.
• Transform your networking approach: Gain insights into integrating Ikigai into your networking goals to create genuine relationships, offer support, and foster professional connections that can lead to career opportunities.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to transform your career and unlock your full potential!

Christy Rosen is an Ikigai Coach & Consultant, who uses her combination of entrepreneurial spirit and a deep desire to guide individuals, including adults and young professionals, in exploring, nurturing, and harnessing their distinct talents to pave the way for a gratifying and successful career.  Her ultimate objective is to support others in their journey of self-discovery, skill development, and focused dedication, empowering them to achieve professional fulfillment.

In addition to career coaching, leading professional development classes and holding intensive career launch workshops, she also regularly attends professional and education based conferences, speaks on panels, podcasts, and write articles for HIRED.

You can connect with Christy here:
Website: https://ikigaicareercoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christy-rosen

Are you ready to unleash your true pleasure potential and experience a life filled with joy and fulfillment?   We have an exciting episode for you!

Join us for an insightful conversation with Tazima Parris, founder of Infinite Relating.  Tazima is a sex coach and pleasure mentor who helps high-achieving women learn to prioritize pleasure and self-care.  She shares her unique journey to becoming a sex coach, explains why pleasure is so crucial for women, and advocates for open and honest conversations about sex and intimacy.

Listeners will learn concrete strategies for setting boundaries, refilling their "pleasure cup", and embracing vulnerability.

Here are the key takeaways from the episode:

1. Setting Personal Boundaries: Tazima's approach to coaching women focuses on understanding and meeting individual needs and desires.  Discover the power of setting personal boundaries and how it can transform your life.

2. Self-Care as a Priority: Learn why high-achieving women often put themselves last on their priority lists and find out how to change this pattern.  Discover the impact of self-treatment on your interactions and overall well-being.

3. Embracing Vulnerability: Tazima's emphasis on radical honesty and vulnerability will inspire you to have transparent conversations in your personal and professional life, leading to more joy and fulfillment.

4. Group Coaching for Better Dialogues: Explore the benefits of group coaching in discussing sensitive topics like sexuality.  Normalize the conversation and learn from the experiences of others to improve your own sexual relationships.

5. Prioritize Pleasure: Discover how to differentiate between surface-level pleasure and deeper fulfillment.  Learn to savor every moment and experience a more joyful and pleasurable life.

To help you dive deeper into this topic and start your journey towards a more pleasurable life, Tazima is offering her exclusive resource called the "Pleasure Cup."  As a bonus, you'll also receive a complimentary mini-course.  Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Tazima Parris is a Sex Coach & Pleasure Mentor for high-achieving people-pleasing women 35+ who overthink, over-give, and end up overwhelmed. She creates space for women to pleasurably prioritize their needs to go from resentful to radiant. Tazima uses communication tools and practices from her 25+ years of research and experience to help women increase confidence, clearly communicate their needs, and hold better boundaries.

You can connect with Tazima here:
Initial Chat Session (Zoom): https://calendly.com/infiniterelating/initial-chat
Sex Ed Refresh Starter Pack: https://tazimaparris.podia.com/sex-ed-refresh-starter-pack
Website: https://www.infiniterelating.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tazimaparris

Are you looking for a networking community that goes beyond just making business connections?  Look no further!  We are excited to introduce you to Women Belong, a dynamic networking group founded by Dorothy Rosen and Kate Alpert.

In a recent session of the Savvy Session podcast, we talk with Dorothy and Kate to discuss the impact and power of Women Belong. 

Here are some key takeaways from their inspiring conversation:

• Authentic Connections: Women Belong is all about fostering deep connections among women. By creating a community that empowers and supports each other, the founders aim to change the conversation of networking and promote vulnerability and authenticity.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Women Belong believes in intentional diversity and inclusion. Curiosity, assumption of goodwill, and a sense of belonging are core values within the network. The founders acknowledge the challenges and continually strive for learning and growth to make the network as inclusive as possible.
• Personal and Professional Impact: Members of Women Belong have experienced positive transformations in both their personal and professional lives. The vibrant community prides itself on being the 'pebble in the pond', creating waves of change and recognition for its members.
• Relationship-Oriented Approach: Women Belong focuses on building meaningful relationships rather than transactional interactions. The emphasis is on being active participants in networking communities, joining multiple groups, and finding ways to contribute.
• Unlock Your Superpowers: Dorothy and Kate share their own journey of finding joy in work, embracing creativity, exploration, and growth. Discover your own superpowers and unleash your full potential within Women Belong.

Don't miss out on this incredible networking opportunity!

Women Belong
Women Belong was born out of a vision founders Dorothy Rosen and Kate Alpert had for bringing women together in an authentic way. When we come together and explore business honestly and vulnerably, relationships form and connections deepen. These relationships create space and opportunity for a higher vision of what we can collectively achieve. Women Belong is a membership organization with the goal of connecting a diverse group of working women at all stages and levels of their career.

Dorothy Rosen
Co-Founder & Fairy Godmother of Women Belong.

Kate Alpert
Co-Founder & Marketing Strategist of Women Belong.

You can connect with Women Belong here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womenbelong/
Website:  https://womenbelong.com/

Perimenopause is a key transition phase for women, often affecting their health and wellbeing in ways most people are unaware of.  If you're in your midlife, you might have questions about perimenopause, its indications, and how it might influence your daily life.  Well, you're in the right place!

Join us as we have a thoughtful & inspiring conversation with Kathy Batista, founder of Kathy Batista Coaching, to shed light on the little-discussed world of perimenopause and its diverse symptoms.

Kathy discusses how midlife is a transformative phase for women, a time when we have the opportunity to reflect, evaluate our priorities, and discover new passions.  Kathy shares her advise on maintaining mood and mindset during this stage of life, while discussing the importance of preparing for midlife early on.

Don't miss this empowering episode designed specifically for women navigating midlife!

Key takeaways on Perimenopause:

• Perimenopause can last anywhere from 1 to 15 years.
• Perimenopause usually starts in your 40s, even 30s for some.
• Perimenopause is the long, winding journey leading up to menopause.
• Menopause is not the second half of your life, but rather one single day!

Kathy also offers a three-pillar quiz to help individuals assess their mood, mindfulness, and mindset.  This strategy has been a game changer for many women, especially in mid-life!

The 3-pillars of success are: Mood, Mindfulness & Mindset.

To learn more & take the quiz: https://www.kathybatista.com/take-the-3-pillar-quiz

Kathy Batista is the go-to coach for midlife women. She believes midlife isn’t just based on age – it’s a phase of life and can be your best one yet!  By tapping into your values and strengths, you can take aligned action to create purpose and joy, leading to that, often missing, sense of fulfillment.  Now is your time!

Having navigated midlife changes and shifts, Kathy offers guidance and compassion to women asking themselves, “Is this it?” or “What’s next?”.  She enjoys sharing the tools of her growth with her clients and peers.

With certifications in Life Designer Coaching, Thought Coaching, Quantum Time Technique, and Mindfulness Facilitation, Kathy coaches women to discover their midlife magic through conscious healing and self-discovery.

You can connect with Kathy here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachkathybatista/
Website: https://www.kathybatista.com/

Join us for this insightful conversation with Lisa Crosta, the Director of Wealth Management at BPP Wealth Solutions, to discuss the importance of financial planning to achieve long-term financial goals.  Lisa explains how a comprehensive financial plan can provide a roadmap for your future success.  This plan can help prioritize and create strategies for multiple goals, such as buying a home, funding your children's education, or retiring comfortably.

One of the cornerstones of Lisa's approach is optionality.  She advocates for creating multiple choices and pathways to achieve your financial goals. This allows for flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and goals.

Sometimes, navigating the world of personal finance can be overwhelming and confusing.  That's where Lisa comes in.  With her expertise in financial planning and her passion for helping individuals align their financial plans with their dreams, Lisa is a trusted ally for women seeking to secure their financial future.

Key insights from our conversation:

1️⃣ ALIGNED GOALS: Start by identifying your financial goals and ensure they align with your personal values.  You may want to retire, start a new venture, or change your career path. Your financial plan should support your choices.

2️⃣ UNDERSTANDING EXPENDITURE: Everybody’s financial situation and lifestyle choices are unique.  It's essential to comprehend that there's no 'normal' in personal finances.  Acknowledge and respect your spending habits and work out a financial strategy that addresses them.

3️⃣ HARMONY BETWEEN LIFE & FINANCES: Your happiness in your work-life matters.  Always consider if a higher salary is worth the stress and unhappiness, or if you'd be happier with a pay cut in a job you love.  Your financial plan should allow for this flexibility.

4️⃣ EMOTIONAL MONEY: Finances are closely tied to emotions.  Recognize the role your emotions play in spending, saving, and investment decisions.  Make it your strength, not your pitfall.

5️⃣ HARNESS YOUR POWER: Understanding the specifics of your financial needs can empower you to negotiate better salaries or make necessary lifestyle changes.

A Certified Financial Planner Professional (CFP®) as well as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Lisa Crosta is the  Director of Wealth Management of BPP Wealth Solutions,  where she helps her clients better understand their financial picture so they can achieve their dreams. 

Having gone through divorce and raising three kids on  her own, Lisa aims to help other women who find  themselves in tough situations. Lisa’s energy, unbridled determination & communication gives her clients the  confidence they need to succeed, and empowers them  to make great financial decisions. She enjoys guiding her  clients through the confusion of complex financial jargon,  bringing clarity to the financial realm of her clients’ lives.

You can connect with Lisa here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-crosta-cpa-cfp%C2%AE-mba-9b6b2434
Website:  https://www.bppwealth.com/

Ever Felt Lost While on a Job Hunt?

Job seeking can be a tough path.  But, let's change our perspective and see the job search as a golden opportunity.

In our latest podcast episode, we talk with Trisha Degg, a dynamic talent director, travel enthusiast, foodie and master connector.  She shares her valuable insights on networking, relationship-building, and the art of making meaningful connections. 

She highlighted the importance of maintaining relationships in your network and using this network proactively when job seeking.

Your network is your professional currency, it's more than just a group of people you know.  It's a collection of relationships that can help pave the way to new opportunities and career advancements.

Key takeaways from our insightful conversation:

Harness the Power of Your Network

• Every connection counts
• Take care of your network and maintain relationships with the people you meet
• Follow up with a thank you email after meeting someone new

Job Search Like a Job

• Treat your job seeking process as an actual job
• Structure your days with robust plans
• This will keep you focused and proactive

LinkedIn – A Powerful Tool

• Leverage LinkedIn to connect with potential employers and influencers
• Download your LinkedIn contacts and reach out with a personalized message, stating your intentions and capabilities 
• Set daily goals for reaching out to a certain number of people

The 'No Application' Route

• Here's something you might not have heard before - Trisha didn't apply to any jobs.  Instead, she reached out to her network and active connections resulting in successful job opportunities.

Trisha Degg is the VP of Talent Platform for Jump Capital.  Trisha helps Jump's 65-plus portfolio companies navigate the tight talent market to find the best of the best.  With over 15 years of corporate recruiting, campus recruitment, and HR experience, Trisha excels at finding new ways to locate talent, and is passionate about networking.  She works with the heads of HR/Talent and founders at portfolio companies to help develop and refine their procedures and processes.  Trisha’s specialties are talent attraction and retention, organizational development, manager training, interview skills/resume writing, building and refining internship programs, and employment branding

You can connect with Trisha here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tdegg
Job Opportunities at JumpCapital:  https://jobs.jumpcap.com/companies

Are you a woman entrepreneur, business owner, or executive looking to start or take your business to new heights?

Join us for a trailblazing conversation with serial entrepreneur, Kiley Peters, as she shares her inspiring journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, and how she is leveraging her expertise to help women like you grow their businesses and achieve financial freedom. 

Key takeaways from our conversation:

• Gain valuable insights from Kiley's own experience in starting her agency, Brainchild Studios, and then transitioning into her consultancy, Rayne IX.  Learn how she successfully launched, scaled, and even exited her business, and how she can help you do the same.
• Discover the unique programs and services Kiley offers to support women entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey, whether you're just starting out, looking to scale, or considering a business transition.
• Uncover practical strategies to tackle common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, such as lack of clarity on target audience.  Kiley discusses the importance of coaching, consultancy, and community support in overcoming these obstacles.

Interested in learning more and how you can love the work you do and live the life you want?  

Rayne IX is offering a  Sparkler Sale - through 7/16 or until they sell out.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

• 1:1 Defining Success 3-Day Workshop ($9,995 instead of $12,500)
• 1:1 Half-Day Intensives ($2,495 instead of $3,500)
• Fast Track Entrepreneur (FTE) 6-Month Training Program ($4,995 instead of $6,500)

Kiley Peters is a serial entrepreneur, small business strategist, executive coach, national speaker, and content marketer with nearly 15 years of industry experience.

She is on a mission to help 1 million women build more financially free and fulfilling lives through her founding of RAYNE IX–an executive consultancy helping women launch, grow, and exit their consulting businesses so they can have greater autonomy, financial freedom, and ownership of their lives – and The 100 Collective, a membership and directory for women service-based small business owners who are committed to helping other women succeed.

She’s also the host of Welcome to Eloma, a podcast for visionaries, entrepreneurs, and business owners who want to become better leaders, people, and pioneers.

You can connect with Kiley here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kileypeters
Website: https://rayneix.com/

Are you ready to tap into your inner strength and unleash your full potential? 

Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Tara McCallam, an Art of Being facilitator, as she talks about the importance of self-awareness, effective communication, and building stronger relationships in achieving personal growth. 

Tara shares her unique perspective on personal growth & development by focusing on embracing one's past experiences and individuality. 

Key takeaways from our discussion:

• Prioritize time for yourself:  Be mindful of spending too much time pleasing others and not connecting with yourself.  This can lead to burnout.
• The power within:  Access the wisdom that lies within you by connecting with yourself to unlock new possibilities and opportunities in your personal and professional life.
• Boost your energy and vitality:  By taking up more space in your life and being true to yourself, you'll experience increased energy and enthusiasm.
• Don't be afraid to face your fears:   Hold space for yourself and be prepared to confront your past, desires, and fears. This will open you up to greater self-awareness and growth.

By prioritizing our well-being and practicing self-care regularly, we not only become better professionals but also better friends, parents, and partners.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about navigating life and relationships, and fostering deep connections with yourself and others.

Tara McCallam is a passionate mom of two teenage boys, dog lover, and dedicated partner.  Through her private virtual sessions, Tara specializing in empowering teens, young adults, and parents to bridge the gap between therapy and coaching.  Her mission is to help clients honor their past, harness its power, and create a future that truly reflects their authentic selves.  As of January 2023, Tara's impact extends beyond her own practice as she certifies facilitators, to take these tools to as many people as possible.

Done are the days of being fixed, you are not a problem, you are to be awed in The Art of Your Being.  Real results come from knowing how to function from the space of you and truly connect to who you are here to be!  Let's make the difference that is needed in this world.  Together we are the radical, radiant, very real change.

You can connect with Tara here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-mccallam
Website:  https://www.taramccallam.com/

In our latest podcast episode, we talk with Marelda Rodriguez, a multi-talented professional who specializes in grief massage and wellness coaching.  Marelda shares her unexpected journey with grief and how it led her to specialize in treating it. 

The hosts discuss their own experiences with grief, particularly in light of aging loved ones and the recent loss of Paula's mother to cancer. This timely discussion sheds light on the importance of addressing grief and seeking support during difficult times.  Marelda discusses that grief is not only losing a loved one, but can also include losing a job, a pet, a relationship, or even a sense of identity.  

Marelda's passion for helping people through grief has led her to develop a unique approach with grief wellness, which helps clients process their emotions and physical symptoms through massage therapy, which provides comfort and relief during difficult times.  Grief is something that affects everyone at some point in their lives, and Marelda's approach to helping clients through this process is both compassionate and effective.

Grief Wellness is an approach to resolving the suffering that accompanies grief through mind-body solutions. When you understand your mind, body and spirit, you learn how to ease your suffering safely and move to a place of acceptance and ease that feels right for you. True healing moves from the inside out.

Marelda Rodrigues is a:

• Grief Massage Therapist
• Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach
• Massage Therapy Educator
• Sleep Science Coach
• Culinary Wellness Educator
• Author 
• Speaker

She is a thought leader in Grief Wellness, and believes deeply that suffering in grief is optional. She has helped numerous clients feel comforted and empowered while moving through grief.  From this, her clients emerge feeling revitalized, confident, and powerful.

You can connect with Marelda here:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/decidetohealwithmareldarodrigues
Website:  https://mareldarodrigues.com/