Uplifting Women

Uplifting Women episodes:

• 04.30.2024

  Empowering Journey: From Corporate to Creative - Episode 53

  The episode of the Uplifting Women Podcast features Holly Teska and her guest Carla Hansson, a web designer and developer who transitioned from a corporate job to freelancing. Carla shares her journey from immigrating to the U.S. as a child...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Realize Your Worth - Season 3 Episode 52

  Helping public figures build authentic personal brands and strategically maximize their impact while they pursue their purpose. Megan Molix , CEO of Molix and Company - Speaker, Brand Strategist, and Mental health Advocate runs a family owned consulting agency, that specializes in personal...

  
• 11.07.2023

  A Resilience in Us Season 3 Episode 51

  Our conversation with Ann covered a variety of topics including communicating in relationships and resilience. And a small admission about coffee... Join Holly and I as we spend some time with Ann Visser.  For over 20 years, Ann Visser has been equipping...

  
• 10.24.2023

  Do Your Part Season 3 Episode 50

  “And so there was a fierce tenacity within me that  sometimes we look at an issue and it's So big, such as the topic of human trafficking or sexual exploitation or whatever, fill in the blank is and it looks...

  
• 10.10.2023

  Uniquely Yourself - Season 3 - Episode 49

  Lynn Debilzen is a coach, connector, and expert reframer. As a coach, she brings out the best in her clients and inspires them to move out of their comfort zones to transform their lives. As a skilled strategist and facilitator,...

  
• 09.26.2023

  Life Happens For Us - Season 3 - Episode 48

  Dr. Katja Rusanen is a #1 best-selling author, transformational story coach, and spiritual mentor with a master’s degrees in Spiritual Psychology and Spiritual Science. Her pragmatic approach, combined with her spiritual awareness, helps her clients get results fast. With over...

  
• 09.12.2023

  Barbie: Thoughts & Reflections - Season 3 - Episode 47

  Barbie Millicent Roberts, commonly known as Barbie, is an iconic fashion doll created by Ruth Handler and introduced by the American toy company Mattel, Inc. Barbie made her debut on March 9, 1959, and quickly became a cultural phenomenon and...

  
• 08.08.2023

  Creating Space to Choose What’s Next -Season 3 - Episode 46

  Over the past 26 years, Julie has held numerous leadership positions, including C suite roles in organizations.   She has thoughtfully led her teams through a CEO transition, restructuring, and strategy refresh while navigating the pandemic. She is heavily involved in many...

  
• 07.25.2023

  Don’t Disconnect - Season 3 - Episode 45

  Elan Zelenka is a sexual empowerment coach who specializes in helping women embody their most confident selves in the bedroom, business, and life.    While she works with clients to cultivate a deeper sense of safety and inner peace, she also focuses...

  
• 07.11.2023

  Stepping Away From Limiting Beliefs - Season 3 - Episode 44

  Jen Gutfriend Episode 41 “The universe will test your beliefs about yourself.” – Jen Gutfriend Less than 12% of female entrepreneurs make 6 figures or more in their business, and Jen is on a mission to change that statistic. Using a unique combination...

  
• 06.27.2023

  Season 3 - Episode 43 - The Road Less Traveled

  Sahara Rose De Vore    Episode 43 - The Road Less Traveled Sahara Rose De Vore is a Wellness Travel Coach and the Founder of The Travel Coach Network, a global community of travel coaches. Sahara went from broke college student to traveling...

  
• 06.13.2023

  One Small Thing - Season 3 - Episode 42

  Ali Naglee Episode 42 - One Small Thing    “I love the holistic approach, because It’s really more about filling in the gaps of what’s missing .” – Ali Naglee     In this episode, Ali talks about:   “We don't seem to realize that prioritizing ourselves actually affects...

  
• 05.30.2023

  Release Your Limiting Beliefs - Season 3 - Episode 41

  Mindi Huebner Episode 41 “All woman deserve a champion, someone to hold the space for their limitlessness and believe in the greatness while they learn to believe for themselves.” – Mindi Huebner     In this episode, Mindi talks about:   Rewiring your brain Using our thoughts, beliefs and...

  
• 05.16.2023

  The Three P’s - Season Three - Episode 40

  The Three P’s Season Three - Episode 40   “Doing more doesn’t always help.” – Ahuva Hershkop   In this episode, Ahuva talks about: Goal clarity Long term planning The 3 Ps: Perfectionism, People Pleasing, Pressure   Key Takeaways Women are socialized to be busy all the time. Take a step back...

  
• 05.02.2023

  The Power of Democracy - Season Three - Episode 39

  The Power of Democracy Season Three - Episode 39   “The reason I'm here is because someone took an interest and invested in me, and why shouldn't I do that in a system or cause I believe in?” – Wilma Metcalf   In this episode,...

  
• 04.18.2023

  Courage to Lean Into the Pivot - Season Three - Episode 38

  “I can’t wait to see the butterfly that awaits on the other side.” – Kimara Ellefson   In this episode, Kimara talks about: Fighting burnout Finding your “True Believers” Leaning into meaning and purpose   Key Takeaways It may seem slow going, but you are preparing for a...

  
• 04.04.2023

  Women Creating Wealth Through Entrepreneurship - Season Three - Episode 37

  “What would your future self do?” – Bri Seeley   In this episode, Bri talks about: Reevaluating your personal operating paradigm Giving yourself permission to say yes Empowering women entrepreneurs of all ages Key Takeaways There is a link between impostor syndrome and pricing your product/services It’s important...

  
• 03.21.2023

  Being Human - Season Three - Episode 36

  Being Human Season Three - Episode 36   “Let’s stop being human doings and become human beings.” – Kiona van Griensven   In this episode, Kiona talks about: Recognizing the warning signs of burnout Becoming aware of how organizations define you Being open to your feelings   Key Takeaways You have...

  
• 03.07.2023

  Using a Difference as Fuel - Season Three - Episode 35

  “It's only shameful when you don't embrace it. It's only shameful when you don't talk and share about it. It doesn't have to be public. It could be just like embracing it internally and being like, I'm proud of who...

  
• 02.21.2023

  The Art Bank-Following the Creative Dream - Season Three - Episode 34

  “Dare I think of something that I really, really, really want, or do I think about it and tell myself ‘no, that’s not going to happen’ ?” – Mandy Nicholson   In this episode, Mandy Nicholson talks about: Stepping bravely into your creativity Learning from...

  
• 02.07.2023

  All Rise for Feminine Power - Season Three - Episode 33

  “Where do we put our energy, every moment, every day, now? I did a lot of “I should do this, I should do that”. And those are somebody else's rules. They're not my rules.” – Stephanie O’Connell   In this episode, Stephanie talks...

  
• 01.24.2023

  Weekday Consultant / Weekend Chef - Season 3 - Episode 32

  “Humility is a mixture of one, keeping your vanity in check that you can't be the best for everybody, and then also keeping your self-loathing in check that you also are good enough.” – Stephanie Thomas  In this episode, Stephanie talks...

  
• 01.10.2023

  Taking a Chance on Radical Change - Season Three - Episode 31

  “That was really crazy, and I remember looking at these people and there was this moment in space where I felt everything was possible.” – Christine Billy   In this episode, Christine talks about: Being open to the little voice in your head...

  
• 12.13.2022

  Memories and Reflections on Season Two - Episode 30

  “2022 was a year full of surprises, good and bad. The work we do uplifting women is more important than we ever imagined when we first started the podcast.” – Holly & Kristin In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk about: A...

  
• 11.29.2022

  Your Roots, Experiences, and Being Authentic - Season Two - Episode 29

  Your Roots, Experiences, and Being Authentic Season Two - Episode 29 "A lot of time is spent on how to have more improved relationships, whether it's a small family owned business and they're working on the succession, passing it from one family...

  
• 11.15.2022

  You’ve Gotta Be You! - Season Two - Episode 28

  You’ve Gotta Be You! Season Two - Episode 28 "It's only me who's responsible for what I do and how I get there.” – Laurie Schmidt   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Laurie about: How a series of perceived failures had her...

  
• 11.01.2022

  Sisterhood is Powerful - Season Two-Episode 27

  "My story is trying to advance women in every way that I can." – Rebecca Sive  In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Rebecca about: Rebecca's parents as important role models in her early life The new book, Make Herstory Your Story...

  
• 10.18.2022

  Tapping the Potential of Women - Season Two - Episode 26

  " We don't need to change the world tomorrow. I wish we could… We've proven that isn't happening right now, but there are some wins and we need to continue to walk in that direction. So that there is more...

  
• 05.10.2022

  Baking is Therapy - Season Two - Episode 25

  Baking is Therapy Season Two - Episode 25  "I'm always where I need to be when I need to be there." – Jobea Murray   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Jobea about: From Crocs, Inc. to Jobea Bakes, LLC, home-based baker Kids Impact...

  
• 04.26.2022

  Right In the Middle of Things - Season Two - Episode 24

  Right In the Middle of Things Season Two - Episode 24   " I will figure it out. And I will learn all of it at the same time. You will. You never know what's going to happen if you just start saying...

  
• 04.12.2022

  All We Need is Love - Season Two - Episode 23

  All We Need is Love Season Two - Episode 23   "We have the energy to impact everyone a round us in a positive way.  Pray like it depends on God and work like it depends on you.” – Janice Perkins   In this episode,...

  
• 03.29.2022

  Being Human is Difficult - Season Two - Episode 22

  Being Human is Difficult Season Two - Episode 22    "Compassion is the recognition that someone else is suffering or in pain, coupled with the urge to do something to alleviate that suffering if you can.” – Jordan Goldrich   In this episode, Holly &...

  
• 03.15.2022

  We All Need A Support System - Season Two - Episode 21

  "When the tides go out and the water level subsides, which the pandemic has done in some ways, we get to see what the water was covering up. So we're now seeing that societal injustices did not just happen because...

  
• 03.13.2022

  Being Human is Difficult - Season Two - Episode 22

  Being Human is Difficult Season Two - Episode 22   "Compassion is the recognition that someone else is suffering or in pain, coupled with the urge to do something to alleviate that suffering if you can.” – Jordan Goldrich   In this episode, Holly &...

  
• 03.08.2022

  BONUS Episode - International Women’s Day 2022 - Season Two - Episode 20

  BONUS Episode – International Women's Day – Will you help #BreakTheBias? Episode 20   "Cheers that women have made a little progress in the past few years in getting a few more women into senior-level roles. But at the rate we're going, it's...

  
• 03.01.2022

  Never Stop Learning - Season Two - Episode 19

  Never Stop Learning Season Two - Episode 19 Guest - Paula Goulden Naitove, JD, ACC   "The adventure is the learning opportunity. Forgive yourself if you step off the side of the pavement once in a while. – Paula Goulden Naitove   In this episode, Holly...

  
• 02.14.2022

  Life Is Too Short Not to Try - Season Two - Episode 18

  "Maya Angelou says we all have a story within us, and it's sad if we don't share it." – Deb Crowe   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Deborah about: How she was forced to grow up on a nanosecond when...

  
• 02.01.2022

  Make Life More Joyful - Season Two - Episode 17

  Make Life More Joyful Episode 17   "You should have a life you love. Let's uplift women and do great things. Make life more joyful." – Sheila Long   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Sheila Long about: Her decision to start her own...

  
• 01.18.2022

  Partners in Success - Season Two - Episode 16

  In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Terri Herrmann & Kurt Heikkinen about: Being true to who you are Mind, body, spirit health and using the power of these three things together. Surrounding yourself not only with those who uplift you,...

  
• 01.04.2022

  Sharing Belly Hugs - Season Two - Episode 15

  Sharing Belly Hugs Season Two - Episode 15   "When I think of my Dad’s lasagna, I get all the warm fuzzy feelings of being in my childhood home with my family.” – Hollie Mealy   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Hollie...

  
• 12.21.2021

  Season One Finale - Episode 14

  Season One Finale Episode 14   “It was an amazing year where we learned so much from our guests and about podcasting!” – Kristin Strunk & Holly Teska   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk about: The learnings they found in the wide variety of...

  
• 12.07.2021

  Do Things That Are Scary - Episode 13

  Everything I have experienced, makes me who I am today and helps me offer the value that I do to the clients that I work with.” – Dr. Wilma Slenders In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Dr. Wilma about: Realizing...

  
• 11.22.2021

  The Ultimate Gift - Episode 12

  The Ultimate Gift  Episode 12  "Thirteen people die daily waiting for an organ.” – Laurie Lee   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Laurie Lee about: Laurie’s early career experiences that led her and her husband to start their own business. Her dad’s...

  
• 11.02.2021

  Who Am I? - Episode 11

  "Change is so scary.  It’s so easy to stay in our comfort zone.” – Laura Spiegel  In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Laura Spiegel about: Paint Her in Color, the website, and organization Laura created to provide emotional support for...

  
• 10.19.2021

  You Are Worthy - Episode 10

  You Are Worthy Episode 10   "Ego is what get's in the way for many leaders. Leaders need to be willing to learn and grow." – Shari Strong   In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Shari Strong about: Her biggest fear is not reaching...

  
• 10.05.2021

  There‘s LOTS of Harry Potters Out There! - Episode 9

  "I feel we connect best with the healers and helpers.  Those are people that are in service based businesses making an impact in the world.  To do your best work you need to align with clients that you have a...

  
• 09.21.2021

  Politics... NOT a Dirty Word - Episode 8

  "The moment you mention workplace politics, everyone bristles… but you really need to understand how to understand a culture of any system.” -- Mira Brancu  In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Dr. Mira Brancu about: Her new book, “Millennials’ Guide...

  
• 09.07.2021

  Own Your Path - Episode 7

  Allow people to be who they are and try to understand where they are at."— David Topp In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with David, Lauren, Leah, and Sydney Topp about: Being an advocate for women and girls – three beautiful...

  
• 08.24.2021

  Focus on Your Success - Episode 6

  In this episode, Holly & Kristin talk with Deborah Shames about: Early career experiences that created the platform for Deborah’s commitment to showing up confident and polished. It wasn’t an easy road for Deborah either!  An amazing story of commitment and...

  
• 08.10.2021

  Bring Someone Along - Episode 5

  Bring Someone Along Episode 5 "We can navigate incredible global challenges.  We don't have to do it alone.  And the joy that you will receive by reaching your hand out to uplift someone else you will get back a thousandfold."— Kristen Lamoreaux In...