Whiskey & Work Podcast

In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Chelsea Barbine, the founder of Core Care Cultivate, to discuss the transformative journey of motherhood and her belief that we are "forever postpartum." Chelsea shares her personal experience of becoming a mother and how it led to the creation of her incredible coaching program that supports moms in thriving during the postpartum period and beyond. The conversation touches on the importance of redefining postpartum, finding balance in life after birth, and the steps Chelsea took to build her business from scratch. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Chelsea's journey into motherhood and the realization that life never returns to "normal" after children

• The idea of embracing a new lifestyle instead of pushing through postpartum

• How Chelsea found her passion in helping new mothers through the postpartum phase and beyond

• A look into the many facets of Chelsea's coaching approach, including sleep, organization, and supplementation

• Chelsea shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood, family life, and her business

• The emotional and mental aspects of being "forever postpartum"

• Overcoming fears and challenges in launching Core Care Cultivate

• The importance of finding your purpose and monetizing your passion in the digital space

• How Chelsea helps moms prepare for and thrive during the fourth trimester and beyond, while maintaining their self-identity

• The ongoing journey of self-exploration and support as a mother

• The importance of redefining postpartum as a lifelong journey, not a period to "get through"

• How her coaching program goes beyond traditional postpartum support, focusing on core care habits that support holistic well-being

• Practical tips for moms transitioning into life after birth and building a business

• Chelsea's reflections on the importance of constant iteration and growth in both motherhood and entrepreneurship

• To learn more or connect with Chelsea visit the links below!

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Links Mentioned

Chelsea Barbine's Website

Chelsea Barbine's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Ashley Buffa, a powerhouse mother of 11 children, business owner, and home systems expert. Ashley shares her transformative approach to household management, coaching overwhelmed moms on how to shift from the "minion martyr" mindset to becoming confident, capable, and respected CEOs of their homes. With her proven systems, she teaches how to get children involved in chores, maintain structure, and create a home that is a place of peace, not stress.. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Importance of creating systems for household chores to maintain peace and order.

• How Ashley shifted from a chaotic home life to a well-structured one by systematizing chores and responsibilities

• Tips on how to apply business management skills to home management

• The importance of introducing chores early to foster responsibility and life skills

• How Ashley incorporates her kids into daily and weekly chores, making them part of the team

• Fun and simple chore routines to engage even toddlers in the household tasks

• Moving from a "minion martyr" mindset to a CEO mindset—leading with authority and empathy

• Why it's crucial to let go of the need for perfection in maintaining a household

• The importance of self-care and delegating to family members for a well-balanced home life

• How to set specific times during the day for cleaning to avoid overwhelm

• Examples of how Ashley organizes her day with "anchor times" for chores, making them habitual

• Tips for busy families with kids in school and extracurricular activities to fit in chore time

• Step-by-step guidance on introducing chores to children and phasing in new responsibilities

• How to keep everyone accountable, even the stubborn family members

• Insights into creating systems that ensure nothing falls through the cracks, from daily chores to quarterly deep cleans

• How to combat the chaos of busy family life and reduce the stress of cleaning and organization

• The importance of rewarding progress and creating a positive environment for children to contribute

• To learn more or connect with Ashley visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

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• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Ashley Buffa's Website

Ashley Buffa's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of Whiskey and Work, Kelsey Murphy sits down with Anna Axster and Wendelin von Schroder, co-founders of Lodestar Whiskey, a women-owned whiskey brand that's quickly gaining attention in the spirits industry. Anna and Wendelin share their fascinating journey from working in the music industry to founding a whiskey brand during the pandemic. They talk about the challenges and rewards of building a product-based business, creating a unique whiskey flavor profile, and building an authentic community around their brand. Whether you're a seasoned whiskey lover or new to the scene, you'll find inspiration in their story of taking bold leaps and crafting a business that truly aligns with their passions. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Anna & Wendelin explain their journey from the entertainment and music industry to whiskey, motivated by their passion and love for whiskey during their years of travel

• Seizing the moment during the pandemic to build something authentic to their interests and experience

• Anna and Wendelin talk about leveraging their skills in community-building from their music careers into growing their whiskey brand

• The importance of creating a product that reflects their personal values and connects with a community that shares them

• Focus on listening to their audience and adapting based on feedback

• How they created a unique blend by combining a high rye bourbon and American single malt

• How the product appeals to both experienced whiskey drinkers and beginners

• How their success is built on authentic community-building rather than competing financially with large established brands

• To learn more or connect with Anna & Wendelin visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Lodestar Whiskey's Website

Lodestar Whiskey's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of Whiskey and Work, Kelsey Murphy sits down with Ann Cardona, founder of Little Fishies Swim School. Ann shares her journey from military life to becoming a swim instructor, then transitioning into entrepreneurship. Discover how she built her swim school from the ground up, the challenges of turning her in-person lessons into a digital course, and her candid insights on navigating the world of online business. This episode is packed with honest conversations about entrepreneurship, online course creation, and balancing business growth with family life. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Ann's journey into the swim school business, including her initial reluctance to leave her corporate job

• Ann shares how she transitioned from teaching in-person swim lessons in North Carolina to taking her expertise online

• Real-time challenges and successes Ann is experiencing as she builds her online swim school program

• She explains her background as a Division 1 runner and swimmer at the United States Military Academy

• Ann discusses how she started teaching swim lessons locally due to a high demand in her area

• Her hesitance to work six days a week and the internal dialogue that helped her shape her business to suit her lifestyle goals

• Why she decided to build a digital course and join Amy Porterfield's Digital Course Academy

• She highlights the difficulties of transitioning from an in-person business to the online world

• Ann emphasizes the importance of staying connected to her mission of making swim lessons accessible, especially when the digital course journey becomes overwhelming

• Ann gives an honest recount of the roadblocks she faced when building her course, such as setting up social media, email lists, and marketing

• She reflects on her perfectionist mindset and how she had to embrace the messy process of launching her course to learn and grow

• The ups and downs of digital course creation, touching on the importance of resilience, adapting strategies, and staying in the game for the long haul

• Ann talks about her experience with social media and the realization that building a course business requires more than just a sales page

• To learn more or connect with Ann visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Ann Cardona's Website

Ann Cardona's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey Murphy dives into an enlightening conversation with Alene Brennan, a nutrition coach specializing in autoimmune diseases and chronic illness management. Alene shares her journey of managing her health through nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle changes. They discuss the challenges and changes that come with chronic illness, and Alene provides practical insights on how we can start making small yet impactful shifts in our daily lives. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Alene's journey as a functional nutrition counselor, her personal battle with multiple sclerosis (MS), and her work with individuals living with autoimmune diseases

• Alene shares her story of growing up with chronic migraines and her journey into nutrition and wellness.

• She discusses her frustrations with the traditional medical approach and how she found empowerment through food and lifestyle changes

• Alene talks about her MS diagnosis in 2016 and the emotional impact of receiving such news

• She emphasizes the importance of diet and lifestyle changes in managing chronic illness and maintaining overall health.

• She challenges the notion that diet doesn't impact autoimmune diseases and shares her approach to living with MS.

• Alene explains the mindset shift that helped her manage burnout and prioritize her health.

• The importance of tuning into your body's needs and the practice of prioritizing daily tasks to create balance

• Alene shares her top strategies for managing stress, including prioritizing tasks, listening to the body's needs, and embracing the importance of rest

• To learn more or connect with Alene visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Alene Brennan's Website

Alene Brennan's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with transformational coach, best-selling author, and podcast host, Cathy Heller. They discuss Cathy's journey from a soul-searching trip to Jerusalem to becoming a successful podcaster and businesswoman, the importance of finding purpose, creating a fulfilling life, and balancing motherhood and career, as well as importance of authenticity and being present in one's journey Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Cathy's background and journey from a soul-searching trip to Jerusalem to becoming a successful podcaster and businesswoman

• Insights on finding purpose, creating a fulfilling life, and balancing motherhood and career

• Discussion on the importance of authenticity, authenticity, and being present in one's journey

• Exploration of the common challenges individuals face in pursuing their goals, such as fear of failure and self-doubt

• Insights from Cathy on the power of mindfulness, meditation, and mastering the mind to overcome obstacles

• Reframing thoughts and beliefs to cultivate courage and alignment in business and life

• Cathy's perspective on the importance of authenticity and empathy in building meaningful connections and relationships

• Discussion on letting go of the need for external validation and embracing one's unique voice and purpose

• Insights on the power of love and acceptance in navigating challenges and serving others authentically

• To learn more or connect with Cathy visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Cathy Heller's Website

Cathy Heller's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with parenting and host of The Parenting Reframe podcast, Albiona Rakipi. They discuss the challenges and triggers parents face in today's world, the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's own parenting style, and the uniqueness of each child-parent relationship and the significance of parental intuition. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Kelsey's personal journey with Albiona and highlights Albiona's expertise in parenting and building a successful business

• The challenges and triggers parents face in today's world

• Emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's own parenting style

• The concept of "mastering the pause" to respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively

• The uniqueness of each child-parent relationship and the significance of parental intuition

• Albiona's journey from being a teacher to a successful parenting coach

• Her initial reluctance towards social media and how she eventually embraced platforms like TikTok

• The unexpected viral success of her TikTok video on parenting, leading to significant growth in her audience and business

• The importance of consistency and authenticity in content creation

• The value of setting personal goals and staying true to one's values while building a business

• The need to pause and check in with oneself amidst the chaos of daily life

• Insights on maintaining balance and identifying what truly matters in both parenting and business endeavors

• To learn more or connect with Albiona visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Albiona Rakipi's' Website

Albiona Rakipi's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with business coach, sales expert, and host of the Game On Girlfriend Podcast, Sarah Walton. They discuss the importance of prioritizing mindset in financial success, busting through three specific money myths, and the need to address money mindset before diving into financial strategies. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Sarah's expertise and experience in helping women start and grow businesses

• Money mindset and busting through three specific money myths

• Discussing the importance of prioritizing mindset in financial success

• Emphasizing the need to address money mindset before diving into financial strategies

• Sharing personal experiences and insights into the significance of mindset in achieving financial goals

• Sarah's personal journey from poverty to success and her deep understanding of abundance mindset

• Exploring the myth that "more is better" and its impact on financial mindset

• Sharing examples of how chasing more can lead to dissatisfaction and stress

• Offering practical tips for shifting perspective and recognizing existing abundance

• Discussing the pervasive belief that "there's not enough" and its implications for business owners

• Introducing simple exercises to shift mindset and recognize opportunities for abundance

• Sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice for overcoming scarcity mindset

• Exploring the harmful myth that certain limitations are inherent and unchangeable

• Discussing the danger of toxic positivity and the need to challenge societal norms

• Offering insights into breaking free from limiting beliefs and embracing possibilities

• To learn more or connect with Sarah visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Sarah Waltons' Website

Sarah Walton's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with co-founder of Pure Salt Interiors Leigh Lincoln. They discuss the journey from college roommates to business partners with her best friend and co-founder of Pure Salt Interiors Aly, the dynamics of business partnerships, and the importance of nurturing the partnership and maintaining communication. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Leigh's background and introduction to Pure Salt Interiors

• Collaboration with Aly, her business partner, and their journey from college roommates to business partners

• Transitioning from individual careers to entrepreneurship

• The dynamics of business partnerships

• Recognizing the importance of nurturing the partnership and maintaining communication

• The significance of setting clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations

• Utilizing coaching and external support to navigate challenges and conflicts

• Balancing differing personalities and skill sets within the partnership

• Strategic decision-making in business growth: aligning opportunities with long-term goals

• Recognizing the need for occasional pauses to reassess and realign business strategies

• Investing time and resources in personal and professional development

• Protecting the friendship aspect of the business partnership

• Emphasizing the importance of reinvestment for sustainable business growth

• To learn more or connect with Leigh, visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Pure Salt Interiors' Website

Pure Salt Interiors' Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with co-founder of FG Funnels, Julie Chenell. They discuss Julie's journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a successful digital marketing expert and coach, her role as the co-founder of FG Funnels and her mission to make tech and design accessible for entrepreneurs, and the importance of creative marketing strategies, such as bolt-on offers, in attracting clients and driving sales Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

• Julie's journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a successful digital marketing expert and coach

• Julie's transition from blogging to freelancing and eventually launching her own businesses

• Her expertise in helping thousands of entrepreneurs create, build, and grow profitable online businesses

• Julie's role as the co-founder of FG Funnels and her mission to make tech and design accessible for entrepreneurs

• The unique features of FG Funnels and how it bridges the gap between beautiful branding and analytics

• Highlight the importance of creative marketing strategies, such as bolt-on offers, in attracting clients and driving sales

• Explore the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in 2023 and the anticipated trends in 2024

• Discuss the significance of solving level five problems and offering niche-specific solutions to target audiences

• The concept of stability and variety in business offers, emphasizing the importance of a clear, irresistible core offer complemented by creative bolt-on offers.

• The process of identifying one's cursive genius and aligning it with a market demand.

• Highlight the importance of standing out in a crowded marketplace by focusing on a specific niche or problem-solving approach

• Examples of effective USPs and strategies for communicating value to potential clients

• To learn more or connect with Julie, visit the links below!

A {free} Tool or Two!

Did someone say free? Yup that's right. Kelsey's here to help with a few free tools to help launch your business and creative ideas! Click the links to start your journey.

• How To Plan Your Business

• The Coaches Pricing Calculator

• The Coaches Workshop: A "Framework" fFor How To Be An Exceptional Coach & Create Consistent Monthly Income

Links Mentioned

Julie Chenell's Website

Julie Chenell's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram