Have you ever felt like you’re carrying too much, dreaming too big, or just trying to do it all at once? Today, we get real about what it actually takes to show up as a high-achieving woman while juggling motherhood, business, and all the invisible load that no one talks about. We share the messy moments, the lessons about saying no, and why you don’t have to shrink to fit someone else’s expectations.

We also bust some common myths around hustle culture and “overnight success.” Brittany opens up about blending entrepreneurship with motherhood, navigating burnout, and finding a rhythm that actually works for her, and not the 5:00 AM club or anyone else’s playbook. You’ll get honest insights on where women unknowingly hold themselves back, how to focus on what really matters, and why leaning into your strengths can actually accelerate growth.

This conversation is all about showing up as yourself, owning your pace, and trusting your path. We talk about boundaries, next-level growth, and creating space for both personal and professional fulfillment. If you’ve ever felt like you had to do it all or compare your journey to others, this episode is a reminder: your way, your pace, your style, it’s enough.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[02:00:00] Early career and forging your own path

[09:00:00] Younger self: eye rolls and pride

[13:00:00] Chaos of blending work and family

[18:00:00] Saying no and next-level growth

[22:00:00] Selling yourself short

[25:00:00] Hustle culture myths

[29:00:00] Key message for female entrepreneurs

Memorable Quotes:

"We are not in a comparison of problems. Everyone's entitled to them. And it's important how we navigate through them." [00:11:55] – Disha Solanki

" You do not have to have a story of having to sell all your belongings and sleep on a friend's couch in the basement in order to be credible, like I'm so tired of those rags to riches stories and half of them are made up." [00:26:03] – Brittany Anderson

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Sometimes being a high-achieving woman feels like running a marathon alone while everyone else seems to have a map you don’t. We’re talking about why finding your people and the right community can completely change the game. In this episode, we share what it’s like to navigate ambition, connection, and the quiet pressure to conform, and how that can leave even successful women feeling isolated. By the end, you’ll have a clearer sense of where you belong and how to build the kind of support that actually sticks.

We get into what it really means to hit the “next level” in your business and life, not just making more money, but feeling more aligned and fulfilled while doing it. We talk about why being in the right rooms with inspiring people can spark growth, and why fear isn’t always a roadblock, but it can be a signal. We also share why traditional networking often falls flat for women like us and how to find spaces where you can be your authentic self. It’s about giving you practical ways to thrive without losing yourself along the way.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying too much alone or struggling to find your tribe, this one’s for you. We want you to feel seen, heard, and supported while you navigate your own journey.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:01:05] Community and successful women.

[00:05:27] Nuances of running a business.

[00:08:51] Quiet growth in communities.

[00:13:44] Success in supportive spaces.

[00:14:36] Entrepreneurship misconceptions and realities.

[00:18:43] Choosing supportive communities.

[00:22:01] Choosing ambition and support.

[00:27:22] Isolation of high-achieving women.

[00:30:55] Safe space for authentic connection.

Memorable Quotes:

"There definitely is a space for you somewhere, just seek it out." [00:29:08] – Disha Solanki

"Choosing a community that best supports you and putting yourself around women who truly have your best interest at heart, that want to grow together, it sure as heck beats trying to go it alone." [00:19:45] – Brittany Anderson

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Connect with us:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetrailblazehers/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-trailblazehers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTrailblazeHers

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Success looks polished from the outside, but behind it many high-achieving women are running on fumes, juggling ambition, expectations, and quiet burnout. In this origin episode, we share why The TrailBlazeHers exists and what listeners will actually gain from being here. We talk honestly about the pressure to hold it all together while building meaningful businesses and full lives. This relaunch marks a space where achievement and honesty finally coexist.

We walk through our personal journeys, including the teeter-totter of business growth and home life, and how burnout often sneaks in despite external success. You’ll hear what authenticity really looks like when the stakes are high and the calendar is full. We break down why “doing more” isn’t the answer and how alignment changes the way success feels day to day. This conversation sets the foundation for a different way to lead and grow.

We also unpack what makes a supportive community actually work, and why high-achieving women need spaces that reduce pressure instead of adding to it. You’ll learn what to expect from future episodes and how we approach growth without glorifying exhaustion. Our goal is simple: help women build businesses and lives that are strong, sustainable, and human.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:00:50] Burnout and expectations in life.

[00:05:34] Choice in balancing work and family.

[00:08:22] Burn it down phase.

[00:12:58] Living authentically as women.

[00:15:25] Authentic self and parenting challenges.

[00:18:31] Succeeding from alignment versus force.

[00:21:29] Fake it till you make it.

[00:27:40] Building beyond the burnout culture.

[00:28:46] Support for high-achieving women.

Memorable Quotes:

"It's coming to the conclusion that showing up as you, however that may be, on that given day, it's okay." [00:17:22] – Disha Solanki

"We don't need more noise. We need resonance. Like, that's what's that's what's missing." [00:04:30] – Brittany Anderson

If you want deeper clarity right now, take our Archetype + Growth-Readiness Super Quiz to uncover how you naturally run your business, see what’s holding you back, and get practical next steps you can use this week. Take it here: disha-wuqmsieb.scoreapp.com

Connect with us:

Website: https://thetrailblazehers.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetrailblazehers/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-trailblazehers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTrailblazeHers

Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

You’ve built the business, hit the milestones, and checked every box they told you mattered. Yet the higher you rise, the heavier the load feels and the fewer people you can turn to. On Trailblazers, hosts Brittany Anderson and Disha Solanki bring the support, understanding, and truth every high-achieving woman deserves.

Having built, scaled, exited, and supported multi eight- and nine-figure companies, Brittany and Disha speak to the unseen parts of success. From leadership and wealth to motherhood, partnership burnout, and identity shifts, this podcast tackles the loneliness at the top, the emotional labor of being the one, and the pressure to grow without burning out.

If you’ve ever wanted a room full of women who truly understand your world, Trailblazers is your home. Join us each week for raw conversations, strategic insight, and meaningful connection designed for women who build big, lead boldly, and rise without doing it alone.

“Every great business starts with frustration and the courage to fix it.” – Leigh Burns

Behind every breakthrough business is a woman who decided to solve a problem no one else would. For Leigh Burns, that problem appeared on a cricket field when her daughter was told to wear boys’ gear that didn’t fit. Instead of accepting it, Leigh turned that moment into a mission: to build Lacuna Sports, the first performance-wear brand engineered entirely for female cricketers.

In this episode, Leigh opens up about the real business journey behind the brand, the why, the how, and what it takes to create something new in a male-dominated industry.

Her story is a celebration of women who don’t wait for change; they create it.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to move from an idea to impact, this conversation is your reminder: the next industry-shifting innovation might start with your story.

[00:00 – 03:38] When a Box Sparked a Business: Seeing What No One Else Saw

[03:39 – 07:41] From Blank Page to Bold Vision: Designing Confidence from Scratch

[07:42 – 10:27] The Science of Self-Belief: How Fit Becomes Freedom

[10:28 – 15:43] Unisex Isn’t Equality: Challenging a Culture That Forgot the Female Body

[15:44 – 18:59] Visibility as a Victory: Building a Space for Women Who Build

[19:00 – 21:49] Moments That Make It Worth It: When Impact Outshines Revenue

[21:50 – 25:56] Instinct over Instruction: Building a Business on Gut and Grace

[25:57 – 30:32] Beyond the Boundary: Redefining the Future for Women in Sport and Business

Leigh combines her commercial acumen with a deep sense of purpose to transform how women experience sport, not as an afterthought, but as the standard.

Through numbers, strategy, and personal truth, Leigh shows what it looks like to grow a purpose-driven business from the ground up, one that blends empathy with enterprise and transforms barriers into blueprints.

Key Quotes: “Equality isn’t sameness. Women deserve their own standard.” – Leigh Burns

Trust your gut. Advice is everywhere, but your instincts built your vision.” – Leigh Burns

Connect with Leigh!

Website: https://lacunasports.co.uk/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacunasportsuk Email: [email protected]

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“We all know by sharing our story that we are helping somebody else to realize that they’re not alone.” — Kelly Newton

What if the struggles you once felt ashamed of became the foundation of a business that inspires thousands?

What began as a DIY experiment soon sparked the creation of NIXI Body. With no background in business, Kelly became the founder of an award-winning company that’s now stocked in Boots, QVC, and independent retailers, and a winner of Red Magazine’s Best Perimenopause Product.

This episode highlights why she started, the challenges she faced, the wins that gave her authority, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. It’s a story that will inspire every woman in business to embrace her own journey and know that success is possible, even when you start from scratch.

Her brand has built authority through high-star reviews from customers, repeat awards from Women’s Running Magazine, and partnerships with England Netball, where she helps young athletes learn about their bodies and remove stigma around leaks and periods.

[00:00 – 06:00] From Foster Carer to Founder: The Problem No One Talks About

[06:01 – 12:00] Designing Confidence, Not Compromise

[12:01 – 16:00] Breaking the Silence: Turning Shame into Strength

[16:01 – 22:00] Educating the Next Generation: Beyond Algebra, Into Body Literacy

[22:01 – 27:00] When Customers Become Your Best Advocates

[27:01 – 30:00] Scaling with Purpose: From Leak-Proof to Sports Performance

Kelly is a mum of two, a former foster carer for nearly 20 years, and an everyday woman who faced extraordinary challenges: endometriosis, multiple surgeries, a hysterectomy, and the shock of early menopause in her early 40s.

Kelly’s journey proves that you don’t need to start with a business plan or investor funding; you need courage, creativity, and the willingness to turn lived experience into innovation. That’s the story of Kelly Newton, founder of NIXI Body.

Key Quotes: “The best metric of success isn’t awards, it’s a customer saying, ‘You gave me my confidence back.’” – Kelly Newton

“The brand is me. That’s my story, and it’s an authentic story. — Kelly Newton

Connect with Kelly!

Website: https://www.nixibody.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nixibody/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellynewton007/

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“It’s never too late.’– Catherine Ann Reid

At 55, Catherine Ann Reid didn’t plan to break into tech—she planned to break the cycle of burnout. What began with a frustrating fine for a missed deadline became the spark for Doqit, a simple, powerful app that’s now helping thousands lighten the mental load of life admin.

Catherine Ann proves it’s never too late. The advantage of being an older entrepreneur: wisdom of experience, fearlessness, and a rock-solid network. From solo hustle to App Store launches and global scale-up plans, her story is a masterclass in clarity, courage, and conscious design.

In this episode, Catherine Ann shares her transformation from overwhelmed single mother to award-winning founder on a mission to eliminate the invisible burden women silently carry. Her journey isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing less, better.

[07:00 – 10:19] You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: Startup Myths & Lessons [10:20 – 13:32] Advice Overload: Why Founders Need the Right Voices [13:33 – 15:59] What Makes a Business Investible (and Why Great Ideas Aren’t Enough) [16:00 – 18:59] The Mental Load Is Real: Who Really Carries the Admin Burden? [19:00 – 21:29] Simplicity and Trust: Building a Tech Product That Actually Helps [21:30 – 24:10] Winning the FinTech Innovation Prize: What It Funded & What’s Next [24:11 – 25:59] Too Late? Too Busy? Too Far Behind? Here’s What Catherine Wants You to Know [26:00 – 27:00] Life Admin Confessions [27:01 – 28:00] Final Thoughts & Where to Find Catherine Online

After winning a major innovation award and launching Doqit on iOS and Android, she’s now preparing for the next funding round to scale her impact globally. Her goal? To make life admin frictionless for millions—and to ensure women no longer pay the price for invisible work.

More Key Quotes:

“If somebody's going to fix it, why not me? – Catherine Ann Reid

“Talk to yourself like someone you love.” – Catherine Ann Reid

Connect with Catherine!

Website: https://www.doqit.io/life-admin-app

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doqithq/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherineannreid/

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"Don't believe everything you think." - Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

Whether you're chasing big goals or simply trying to believe in yourself again, this conversation proves: confidence isn't a mystery, it’s a muscle.

If you’ve ever felt like you needed to prove yourself, quiet your voice to fit in, or question your worth despite your accomplishments, this episode is for you. Walk away with insights you can feel and tools you can use.

This episode isn’t just about confidence. It’s about reclaiming your mind as your greatest asset.

Dr. Cindra Kamphoff reminds us that the strongest leaders aren’t fearless; they’re mentally trained.

Through practical tools and real-world wisdom, she shows what happens when we stop shrinking, start questioning our inner critic, and choose courage over comfort.

[00:00 – 03:00] The Confidence Crisis No One Warned Us About

[03:01 – 06:28] Why Pressure Peaks—and How to POP It

[06:31 – 09:30] Mistake? Flush It and Move On

[09:31 – 13:09] Rewiring Your Self-Talk in Real Time

[13:31 – 17:30] The Truth Meter You Didn’t Know You Needed

[17:31 – 22:16] Compassion Is a Performance Tool—Use It

[22:01 – 28:30] Walking Into the Room as Your Full Self

[28:31 – 38:07] Courage Is a Muscle—Train It Daily

What if the loudest thing holding you back isn’t your workload, your circumstances, or your credentials, but your inner critic?

In this power-packed episode, host Brittany Anderson sits down with Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, mental performance coach to Olympic athletes, NFL players, and top executives, to talk about confidence, not as something you’re born with, but something you build.

More Tweetable Quotes:

“Confidence isn’t a trait, it’s a skill you can train.” – Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

“Your energy is your superpower. Use it.” – Dr. Cindra Kamphoff

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Website: https://cindrakamphoff.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindra-kamphoff/

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“Dreams are plans—so get on with it.” – Giovanna Forte

This episode isn’t about bodily functions; it’s about turning overlooked frustrations into world-changing solutions. Giovanna Forte takes us on her journey from PR consultant to pioneering FemTech entrepreneur.

It started with her GP brother raising patient frustration and a kitchen-sink prototype. What evolved is a patented, award-winning diagnostic device that has improved healthcare for over 10 million women.

But this is more than a product story;Giovanna’s path is one of integrity and vision. She’s not just solving a medical problem; she’s challenging outdated systems, saving the NHS £300 million, and leading a movement for clinical accuracy, patient dignity, and equity in women’s health.

[00:00 – 03:48] From PR to Peezy: When a GP’s Frustration Becomes a Founder’s Mission

[03:49 – 04:51] Why Wee Matters (Yes, Really): The Diagnostic Data Hiding in Plain Sight

[04:52 – 07:00] “It’s Going Everywhere”: Fixing the Sample That’s Failing Women

[07:01 – 10:19] Innovation by Accident: How Cancer Markers Led to a Whole New Product [10:20 – 13:32] You Don’t Need a Lab—You Need a Reason

[13:33 – 19:55] Antibiotics Nearly Killed Me: A Founder’s Wake-Up Call

[19:56 – 22:05] From 10,000 Units to Zero: COVID Killed the Momentum. Here’s the Rebuild. [22:06 – 24:59] No Midstream, No Medicine: The Trials That Could Change Everything

[25:00 – 26:39] The £300 Million Fix: What Precision Provision Really Looks Like

[26:40 – 28:39] Profit with Purpose: Why Integrity Is the Business Model

[28:40 – 30:29] From Secretary to CEO: You Can Build Anything

[30:30 – 32:00] 10 Million Women and Counting: The Business of Wee Is Just Beginning

We talk about innovation, disruption, and changing systems, but how often do we discuss the topic of pee? In this bold and necessary episode, Disha Solanki and Giovanna Forte, co-founder and CEO of Forte Medical, invite us to rethink the most overlooked yet essential part of diagnostics: urine collection.

More Tweetable Quotes:

"The business has to have integrity. If it doesn’t, the money’s not good money." - Giovanna Forte

“Some of the most revolutionary ideas come from the most overlooked problems.” - Disha Solanki

Connect with Giovanna!

Website: https://forte-medical.co.uk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peezymidstream/

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if we don’t reflect on who we’ve become, we miss the chance to enjoy the life we’ve worked for.” - Deanna LaRue"

This episode is a must-listen if you're a high-achieving woman juggling business, family, and your next big idea, while quietly wondering, “When will it be enough?”

Deanna LaRue, founder of TimeWise Financial and Boujee Boss Lady Coaching, joins us in unpacking the real story behind building a financially confident life. From managing millions to running six businesses, and being a wife, mother, and the go-to everything at home, Deanna gets radically honest about ambition, motherhood, money, and redefining success on your terms.

What does it look like to build wealth without burnout? How do you protect what you’ve built while continuing to grow and still fully show up for yourself and your people?

[00:01 – 05:18] From Bingo Halls to Boardrooms

[05:19 – 07:15] The Unique Needs of High-Achieving Women

[07:16 – 09:48] Building the “Baseline Bucket”

[09:49 – 12:53] Financial Freedom vs. Impulse Living

[12:54 – 14:35] Running Six Businesses & Still Showing Up at Home

[14:36 – 16:59] Teaching Values Through Motherhood

[17:00 – 20:22] Saying No to the Hustle

[20:23 – 24:57] Reflection, Identity & The “Now What?” Moment

[24:58 – 28:17] Outgrowing Old Circles

[28:18 – 31:38] Leading With Vulnerability & Real Conversations

[31:39 – 34:00] Final Advice for the Woman in the Messy Middle

Deanna’s mission is clear: to help driven women build real financial confidence while staying true to their values and priorities. Whether you’re scaling your empire or raising teens (or both), this conversation will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and ready to take your next right step.

Because you can be both ambitious and grounded, powerful and tender, and when you know your numbers, you move with peace.

More Tweetable Quotes: What’s the point of the grind if you never stop to enjoy what you’ve built?" - Deanna LaRue

"Financial confidence isn’t about knowing everything, it’s about trusting yourself to make good decisions.” - Deanna LaRue

Connect with Deanna!

Website: https://boujeebosslady.com/ | https://www.timewisefinancialllc.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boujeebossladyofficial/

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