“You didn’t build this business just to feel trapped in it.” - Brittany Anderson

What if burnout isn't a flaw in your mindset, but a sign that your success needs redefining?

Too many high-performing women are quietly crumbling under the weight of internal and external expectations. Brittany Anderson and Disha Solanki strip away the polish to speak candidly about what burnout actually looks like behind the scenes: from fantasizing about leaving it all behind to decision fatigue so intense it turns dinner into a full-blown crisis.

Listeners can expect real talk with no filters, just two women navigating the intersection of ambition, exhaustion, and the hidden pressure to consistently perform. They share the subtle signs of burnout, the role of hustle culture, the lies we tell ourselves about delegation, and the game-changing importance of asking for help. Whether you're silently struggling or know someone who is, this conversation is your permission to pause, reset, and remember: you didn't build your business to feel stuck in it.

[00:00 – 00:23] Welcome to the TrailblazeHers Podcast

[00:24 – 01:01] Naming the Silent Killer: Burnout in High-Achieving Women

[01:02 – 02:40] When Success Feels Like a Cage, Not a Win

[02:41 – 03:38] The Strange Truth: Success Can Lead to Depression

[03:39 – 05:53] Overstacked and Under-Supported: Why We Keep Saying Yes

[05:54 – 07:58] Delegating the Right Way: It’s More Than Just Offloading Tasks

[07:59 – 08:29] Business Isn’t Separate from Life—It Is Life

[08:30 – 09:28] The Toxic Myth of Outworking Everyone

[09:39 – 12:53] Decision Fatigue, Dinner Plans, and Breaking Points

[12:54 – 15:21] 3 Game-Changing Strategies to Reclaim Your Energy

[15:22 – 23:26] Support Systems That Support You

[23:29 – 25:28] You Were Made for More Than Burnout: Final Reflections

At The TrailblazeHers, we don’t glorify the hustle or romanticize burnout. Redefining success means protecting your joy, your health, and your truth. This isn’t about chasing more—it’s about coming home to yourself. Burnout isn’t your fault. Healing is your choice. And you don’t have to do it alone. You’re a TrailblazeHer. We rise differently.

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"You can do anything, but not everything." - Brittany Anderson

"If your to-do list is crushing you, maybe it’s time to remember—you’re human first." - Disha Solanki

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“Get to know yourself and how you want to show up, then do it.” - Disha Solanki

Brittany and Disha share the small shifts that create big ripple effects: listening before pitching, showing up without a mask, and knowing where you feel in or out of alignment.

This isn’t a how-to on networking. It’s a conversation on being human first.

In this heartfelt episode, co-hosts Brittany Anderson and Disha Solanki reflect on their own story of connection, what started in a virtual mastermind breakout room has grown into a friendship, collaboration, and now a movement. They pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build authentic relationships in a world filled with bots, cold DMs, and surface-level networking. Listen in to hear about navigating awkward in-person events to why protecting your energy matters.

[00:00 – 01:47] How Brittany & Disha Met Through Genius Network

[01:48 – 03:00] Why Authenticity Matters in Business Relationships

[03:01 – 05:32] Bots vs. Being Human: The Automation Disconnect

[05:33 – 07:04] Redefining Networking: From Cringe to Connection

[07:05 – 09:25] Showing Up as Yourself: The Power of Congruency

[09:26 – 12:00] When Alignment Creates Opportunity

[11:59 – 15:01] The Ripple Effect of Authentic Support

[15:02 – 17:41] Top Takeaways to Build Real Relationships

Beyond the conversation, The TrailblazeHers is redefining success for ambitious women, not as a numbers game but as a people-first pursuit. It’s not about building the biggest network, it’s about creating the realest one.

This episode isn’t about chasing connections. It’s about creating them intentionally, honestly, and without performance. Because authentic leadership doesn’t start with a pitch, it starts with a pause, a presence, and a willingness to see and be seen.

More Tweetable Quotes:

"Get to know yourself and how you want to show up, and then show up exactly how you intend to." - Disha Solanki

"When you are just authentically you and you're free just to be, the magic that happens behind the scenes is amazing." - Brittany Anderson

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“The best priorities are set when you start with your values, not your to-do list.” - Brittany Anderson

What if the real success isn’t balancing it all but knowing what to let go of?

Brittany Anderson and Disha Solanki pull back the curtain on what it really means to be a woman building a business while raising a family and managing the unseen weight of expectations. Through personal stories, humor, and honest reflection, they unpack the emotional, mental, and physical toll of “doing it all,” and offer real-world shifts that prioritize presence over perfection, and progress over pressure.

From the guilt of unfinished to-do lists to the beauty of redefining productivity, this is a conversation for any woman who’s ever wondered if she’s the only one feeling overwhelmed.

Tune in for relatable stories, unexpected laughs, and the four takeaways that might change how you manage your time and energy.

[00:00] Welcome and Introduction

[00:11] The Juggle Struggle: Women Balancing Business and Life

[00:53] Time Management and High Expectations

[03:01] The Reality of Social Media Perfection

[05:32] Work-Life Integration: A New Perspective

[07:10] Navigating Different Stages of Life and Business

[15:02] The Messy Middle: Business Growth Challenges

[23:25] Intentionality and Prioritizing Energy

[27:53] Top Takeaways and Final Thoughts

Beyond the conversation, The TrailblazeHers is here to shift how ambitious women define success—away from perfection and toward presence, purpose, and power.

This episode isn’t just about managing the chaos, it’s about reclaiming your energy, priorities, and joy.

One aligned choice. One intentional pause. One real conversation at a time. That’s how empowered leadership begins.

More Tweetable Moments

“Not everything is easy, but we can sure make it simple.” - Brittany Anderson

“Guilt doesn’t achieve anything, it just drains your ability to be present.” - Disha Solanki

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“This isn’t just a bag. It’s a movement.” — Martha Silcott

What started as an awkward moment in a bathroom became Fab Little Bag—a simple, powerful solution now transforming how we talk about and manage periods.

On this episode of The TrailblazeHers, we meet the creator of Fab Little Bag—a one-handed, eco-friendly disposal bag that’s disrupting period culture, creating opportunity for sport participation, reducing pollution, and restoring dignity.

Martha’s turning embarrassment into empowerment and silence into real conversation.

[03:04] The awkward moment that sparked a global mission

[05:28] Why period product disposal is a “taboo within a taboo”

[07:36] How Fab Little Bag works and why it’s a total game-changer [10:00] What most women don’t realize about flushing—and why it matters

[13:04] The real environmental impact of period waste

[17:00] Shifting from shame to empowerment with one simple solution

[18:32] The launch and vision of the Period Supportive Movement [22:00] A coach’s bag, a club’s commitment—and the ripple effect

[26:00] Hilarious and heartfelt stories from women Fab has empowered

[30:00] Challenges of launching a new product in a stigmatized space

[31:57] The Evolution of Period Products

[39:53] Future Plans for Fab Little Bag

Beyond the product, Martha has launched the Period Supportive Movement, rallying 30+ national sports bodies and challenging schools, workplaces, and clubs to make periods a non-issue.

One bag. One coach’s kit. One bold conversation at a time. That’s how change begins.

Martha’s mission proves that innovation begins with empathy.

More Tweetable Moments

"This isn’t just a bag. It’s a declaration that we care about women, the environment, and dignity." - Martha Silcott "Sometimes, you just need an easy solution for a difficult situation." - Martha Silcott

Connect with Martha!

Website:https://www.instagram.com/fablittlebag

Instagram: https://fablittlebag.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-silcott-4007737

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"Your brand is your legacy. It's time to build it with intention." - Simone Erotokritou.

This episode is a must-listen if you're ready to stop playing small and build a personal brand that speaks to your mission, values, and vision for the future.

How do you go from blending in to standing out in your industry? What’s the real power behind a personal brand—and how can women harness it to create lasting impact, income, and influence?

Simone Erotokritou, internationally recognized personal brand strategist, creative director, and author of Monetize Your Message, joins us on this episode of The TrailblazeHers. With over 25 years of experience, Simone shares her transformative journey—from building world-class visual identities to empowering women to show up authentically and strategically online.

[03:04] From graphic designer to creative director—Simone’s unconventional branding journey

[05:28] The #1 mistake women make when building their personal brand

[07:36] Why authenticity and impact should be your brand’s foundation

[10:00] The power of strategic messaging (before visuals!)

[13:04] What women must do before building a website or social presence

[17:00] How personal branding becomes a journey of self-discovery and growth

[19:49] Advice for Gen Z: Build your brand now— You have to have a personal brand

[25:00] What’s next for Simone: From global courses to empowering the next generation

Simone's mission is clear: Help women transform their message into a movement. Because in a world that is always watching, how you show up matters. She breaks down the Rule of 5 Ones—the power of focus that turns confusion into clarity. She makes it undeniable that you don’t have a choice in today's world. You already have a brand—whether you’re shaping it or letting it happen by default.

More Tweetable Quotes:

"You are your brand." - Simone Erotokritou

“In a world that’s always watching, how you show up matters” — Simone Erotokritou

Connect with Simone!

Website:https://www.simoneerotokritou.com/

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

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

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“Investing isn’t complicated. It’s just that nobody ever taught you how.” — Lisa Smith

How to get from working for money to making money and confidently build wealth? What mindset shifts are necessary to take control of your financial future? And how do you start?

Lisa A. Smith, Founder of The Wealth Building Mastermind is on a mission to create a global movement of financially savvy female investors.

In this episode of The TrailblazeHers, Lisa reveals how shifting your money mindset, simplifying investing, and embracing financial literacy can create lasting security and generational wealth.

Join us and lisa as she shares her journey, financial success and proven strategies for transforming fear and scarcity into economic empowerment.

[03:04] The life-changing moment that shifted Lisa’s financial mindset

[05:28] Breaking free from money myths and self-imposed limitations

[07:36] A simple, no-stress approach to investing for women

[10:00] How to shift from a scarcity mindset to financial abundance

[13:04] The link between financial confidence and personal growth

[19:20] Creating a legacy: The long-term impact of intelligent investing

[22:32] The first, most crucial step to building wealth today

Lisa’s work proves that financial empowerment isn’t just about numbers—it’s about mindset, education, and taking action.

After teaching finance for 20 years at the collegiate level, she retired at 45 and purchased an 8-acre farm in Northern Utah. But instead of settling into a quiet life, she discovered her true calling—helping women achieve financial independence, retire early, and focus on what truly matters.

More Tweetable Quotes

“Scarcity thinking keeps women stuck—whether it’s spending everything they earn or saving out of fear. Either way, they feel trapped.”

“Imagine looking at your bank account and knowing you never have to work again. What would you do with your time?” — Lisa Smith

Connect with Lisa!

Website: https://www.lisasmith.com/

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

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/the-lisa-smith-retireby45

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"Always be curious, never sit at the back, and always sit at the front."

This quote “Never sit at the back" from Elisabeth Lewis-Jones, sums up the curiosity and resilience that have driven her success in building Liquid into a global communications agency.

How do you grow a global business while staying true to your values and maintaining balance in life? Elisabeth Lewis-Jones, CEO and founder of Liquid, did just that when she began her journey in 2004 with just a phone, a laptop, and two young children in her mother’s garage.

Join us to discover how courage and vision can help you pursue success.

[03:04] The origin of the name "Liquid" and the role of wine in sparking creativity

[05:20] How Elisabeth landed her first client and the lessons learned in the early freelancing days

[06:48] Breaking into international markets and navigating cultural differences

[16:24] Balancing work-life priorities with young children and accepting help

[25:04] The value of resilience in entrepreneurship and why failure is critical to success

[32:16] Elisabeth’s vision for the future of Liquid and her commitment to being a business with a conscience

Today, Liquid operates across 25 jurisdictions and is celebrated for its excellence in marketing, PR, and digital strategy, earning accolades such as ‘Best Global Consultancy of the Year’ in 2022.

Elisabeth’s journey is a testament to resilience, curiosity, and purpose as she navigated international expansion, balanced family life, and embraced the lessons from failures. Expect to hear her insights on scaling a business, adapting to cultural differences, and leading authentically and heartily.

More Tweetable Quotes:

"Failure is critical for growth; it teaches resilience and adaptability." - Elisabeth Lewis-Jones

"Balancing work and family isn’t about perfection—it’s about priorities." - Elisabeth Lewis-Jones

Connect with Elisabeth! Website: https://www.weareliquid.com/

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

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"A book isn’t just words on a page—it’s a legacy, a business tool, and a bridge to transformation."

Hayley guides entrepreneurs through writing and publishing books that transform their businesses and legacies. Her passion for storytelling and business strategy is helping women worldwide take their brands to the next level.

In this episode of The TrailblazeHers, Hayley shares her remarkable journey from a childhood dream of owning a publishing house to creating a thriving business that helps women share their stories and build their brands. Discover why books are powerful business assets, the biggest misconceptions about publishing, and how to start your book-writing journey today.

[03:07] When you don’t know how to start, you just end up stopping – How to push past hesitation

[10:40] You don’t need to be [perfect to start] – Getting over self-doubt

[12:15] Micro wins – Small steps that create momentum

[20:34] The power of your book – More than just a product, it’s a business asset

[26:23] Biggest challenge to scaling a business – What’s holding you back

[29:33] Scaling requires letting go – The key to real growth

[31:42] The right time for a memoir – How to know when you’re ready

More Tweetable Quotes:

"Your book should do more than just exist—it should work for you." – Hayley Paige

"There’s never a perfect time to start writing—just start." – Hayley Paige

"If you don’t tell your story, someone else will. And it won’t be the same." – Hayley Paige

Hayley Paige is an award-winning publishing expert dedicated to helping high-level female entrepreneurs, coaches, and business owners write and publish books that elevate their authority, generate leads, and unlock new revenue streams. As the founder of a successful publishing company, Hayley has worked with powerhouse women to turn their expertise into impactful books—and even launch their publishing businesses.

Connect with Hayley!

Website: linktr.ee/bookpublisher

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

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

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"We have one body to live in. If you don’t care for it, it will rebel against you."

Meryl Brandwein, widely known as "The Rebel Nutritionist," is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Genetic Medicine Clinician with over 20 years of experience. After overcoming Hodgkin’s lymphoma, she dedicated her career to uncovering the root causes of chronic illness and founded the Brandwein Institute for Nutrition. As one of the few South Florida nutritionists certified in Genomics, Meryl applies a science-based, whole-foods approach to help her clients achieve lasting health.

In this episode of The TrailblazeHers, Meryl shares her personal health journey, the power of functional medicine, and practical strategies for long-term wellness.

[02:08] Meryl’s journey: From traditional dietetics to functional medicine after a cancer diagnosis

[06:49] The pivotal experience in Mexico that reshaped her approach to healing

[12:43] Understanding functional medicine: Why addressing the root causes matters

[18:08] The role of genetics and lifestyle in health: How much control do we have

[23:32] Nutrition as medicine: How to use food to prevent and reverse chronic disease

[28:40] The most common health misconceptions and why “one-size-fits-all” doesn’t work

[34:02] Small, sustainable changes: The key to long-term health transformation

[39:57] What’s next? Meryl’s vision for expanding wellness and nutrition education

More Tweetable Quotes

"Genetics loads the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger." – Meryl Brandwein

"Healing isn’t just about looking back at what went wrong; it’s about taking steps forward toward a better future." - Disha Solanki

Today, Meryl continues to help individuals reclaim their health through functional medicine and personalized nutrition. Her expertise and commitment to education and root-cause healing transform lives daily.

Connect with Meryl!

Website: https://merylbrandwein.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebel.nutritionist/

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"Fitness is not just about how you look—it’s about reclaiming your confidence, your energy, and your power."

This quote from Ashley Garcia reflects her mission to empower women to prioritize self-care, embrace discipline, and transform their lives through fitness.

How do you create a life where you can be a devoted mom, pursue your ambitions, and prioritize self-love? Ashley Garcia, an IFBB Pro and mother of three, shares her remarkable journey from struggling with self-doubt to becoming a professional athlete and mentor, inspiring women everywhere to take charge of their lives.

In this episode of The Trailblazers, Ashley recounts how determination, discipline, and embracing community have been pivotal to her success, offering valuable insights for women looking to take charge of their fitness and personal lives.

[03:04] The chips-and-salsa moment: How a magazine sparked Ashley's transformation

[05:28] From dead last to a winning mindset: Lessons from her first competition

[07:36] Self-love and mom guilt: Finding time for personal goals while raising children

[10:00] Practical advice for busy women: Small, actionable steps to start your fitness journey

[13:04] Debunking fitness myths: What’s true, what’s hype, and how to simplify your goals

[19:20] The long game: Why fitness is about consistency and aging gracefully

[22:32] Cinnamon rolls and moderation: Ashley’s surprising hobbies and baking stories

Today, Ashley continues to empower women through her work with Unstoppable 365, leading a supportive community for those pursuing health and wellness. Her story reminds us that discipline, balance, and community can transform lives.

More Tweetable Quotes

As women, we tend also to be people pleasers... saying yes to yourself is something that's much more difficult." - Disha Solanki

"Women should feel that empowerment, as taking action to prioritize themselves not only allows them to invest in their well-being but also brings the reward of feeling great." - Ashley Garcia

Connect with Ashley!

Website: https://unstoppable365.com/women

Email: [email protected]

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