In this powerful BOLD SPOTLIGHT episode, Karen welcomes Carly Fauth, a fitness instructor, cancer exercise specialist, and founder of Fit Fun Carly, a virtual fitness program that helps people get fit in just 15 minutes a day.

A passionate advocate for mental health through movement, Carly's journey took a profound turn when she was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in early 2024.

Instead of stepping back, she channeled her experience into inspiring others—launching her podcast Chemo Coffee Talk from her chemo chair and continuing to coach her clients while undergoing treatment.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Movement is Medicine – Carly didn’t just talk about staying active during cancer treatment—she lived it. Discover how she kept moving every single day, even through chemo.

2. Mindset Over Circumstances – When cancer tried to take control, Carly took the reins. Learn the powerful mental shift that helped her reframe her toughest days.

3. Leading Yourself First – Carly had every reason to hit pause on her business, but she didn’t. Find out the surprising way she turned her own clients into her biggest source of accountability.

4. The Strength of Community – From virtual workouts to a viral burpee challenge, Carly rallied a movement. See how leaning on others made all the difference.

5. Turning Pain into Purpose – Instead of asking “Why me?”, Carly asked, “How can I use this?” The answer led to a podcast, a movement, and a mission that’s just getting started.

"You are not going to be the author of my story—I am. I get to write the narrative, I choose how I show up, and I decide what I let in." - Carly Fauth

Carly embodies strength, resilience, and self-leadership. Her journey proves that even in the darkest moments, we have the power to take control, find purpose, and inspire others. Whether through movement, mindset, or community, Carly shows us that hardship doesn’t have to define us—it can transform us.

Connect with Carly:

Website: https://www.fitfuncarly.com/

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

Podcast: Chemo Coffee Talk

Email: [email protected]

What does it truly mean to lead yourself first—and why do so many leaders struggle with it?

In this insightful conversation, Amber Anderson, leadership development expert and founder of Amber Anderson Coaching, breaks down why self-leadership is the foundation of sustainable leadership. She shares how leaders can shift from burnout to balance by mastering mindset, skillset, and nervous system regulation.

If you’re navigating stress, self-doubt, or overwhelm, this conversation will help you reclaim your leadership with confidence and clarity.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Self-leadership comes first. You can’t lead others effectively if you aren’t managing your own energy, mindset, and well-being.

2. Burnout has a ripple effect. Your stress impacts your team, your relationships, and your decision-making—learning to regulate your nervous system is key.

3. Mindset mastery changes everything. Shifting from judgment to curiosity and recognizing fact vs. story helps leaders regain control over their thoughts and actions.

4. Small habits create big shifts. Simple adjustments—like noticing triggers and managing reactions—can prevent burnout and enhance leadership effectiveness.

5. Resentment is leadership poison. Holding onto past grievances negatively impacts relationships and workplace dynamics; self-awareness and mindset work can change everything.

💡 "If you want your ripple effect to be a positive one for everyone around you, be balanced, be calm, take care of yourself first. Because if you're not, you're going to have a negative impact on the people that you love most. And nobody wants that." – Amber Anderson

Leadership starts from within. Amber’s framework of Soothset, Mindset, and Skillset equips leaders with the tools to break free from burnout and create sustainable impact. By regulating emotions, shifting thought patterns, and refining leadership skills, leaders can show up authentically and lead with greater ease and effectiveness.

Where to Find Amber Anderson:

Free Guide: The Confidence Catalyst – https://pages.amberandersoncoaching.com/confidence

Website: https://amberandersoncoaching.com/

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

Email: [email protected]

Host Karen Gombault speaks with Viktoria Hamma, a biopsychosocial wellness practitioner and author of "The Middle Path", about the critical role of balance in leadership, decision-making, and well-being.

They explore why high-achieving professionals—especially women—struggle with stress, why balance isn’t about doing less, and how simple, strategic shifts can drive both personal and professional success.

Key Takeaways

1️⃣ Balance Isn’t a Destination—It’s a Scale – True balance doesn’t mean equal time for everything; it’s about making small adjustments to prevent burnout and optimize energy.

2️⃣ Stress Is the Silent Career Killer – Chronic stress impacts physical health, gut function, and cognitive performance, reducing long-term success and well-being.

3️⃣ Better Balance = Smarter Decisions – High achievers often default to reactive decision-making. Taking pauses, even short ones, improves judgment and creativity.

4️⃣ Small Shifts Create Big Change – A five-minute walk, a deep breath, or setting a clear boundary can dramatically improve stress resilience and effectiveness.

5️⃣ Leaders Must Model Balance – Organizations that integrate balance into workplace culture see higher engagement, retention, and better overall performance.

Success doesn’t have to come at the cost of well-being. Leaders who embrace balance not only improve their own performance but create healthier, more productive workplaces. Ignoring balance leads to burnout, poor decision-making, and long-term health consequences.

Final message from Viktoria: "Balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about small, intentional choices that add up to a sustainable, fulfilling life".

Where to Find Viktoria:

[email protected]

www.linkedin.com/in/viktoriahamma

www.instagram.com/vikkah

Get her book here: The Middle Path: Finding Balance, Health and Happiness in a World of Extremes

https://www.amazon.ca/Middle-Path-Finding-Happiness-Extremes-ebook/dp/B0DT2LW433

In this special Bold Leader Spotlight, Karen Gombault sits down with her daughter, Mallory Gombault, a 23-year-old entrepreneur, consultant, and AI prompt engineer.

Mallory shares her journey from engineering student to co-founder of Human-I, a startup leveraging AI for personalized education, and G&T, a training and consulting firm focused on generative AI. Their conversation explores the mindset, resilience, and lessons learned along the way.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Resilience is Key – Mallory’s first business lost money, but she reframed it as an investment in her learning. Persistence led to success with her third company.

2. Dare to Put Yourself Out There – Entering competitions, networking, and reaching out to high-level contacts opened doors she never expected.

3. Passion Drives Success – Shifting to AI training / consulting happened organically because of her enthusiasm for the topic, leading to a thriving business.

4. Entrepreneurship Can Be Lonely – Facing skepticism from peers, she leaned on a strong support system.

5. Believe in Yourself Relentlessly – Setting a deadline for success and maintaining unwavering belief kept her focused and motivated.

“If you don’t give up, at some point, you will succeed. It’s just a matter of time.” – Mallory Gombault

Mallory’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, adaptability, and self-belief. And that is very impressive for a 23 year old entrepreneur starting her 3rd company.

By continuously learning, daring to take risks, and surrounding herself with supportive people, she has built a successful career at a young age. Her story is an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty.

Where to Connect:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallory-gombault/

[email protected]

https://ai.gt-digital-creation.com/

For a free workshop, go to the website.

In this episode, Karen Gombault interviews Athena Todd, a cross-cultural branding expert and AI automation consultant.

As the co-founder of LaunchLab Academy, Athena has over 16 years of experience in business consulting, specializing in personal branding and AI integration for coaches, consultants, and entrepreneurs.

She helps clients streamline operations, enhance productivity, and attract high-quality leads—achieving up to 60% time savings. Athena shares her journey from real estate to AI, her passion for empowering women leaders, and the role of AI in strengthening personal brands.

5 Key Takeaways

1. AI Enhances Personal Branding, Not Replaces It: AI should be seen as a tool to amplify a personal brand rather than remove human elements. Athena emphasizes that AI can streamline processes while maintaining authenticity.

2. The Power of Storytelling in Branding: A strong personal brand is built on five key stories: the defining moment story, thought leadership vision, case studies/testimonials, product origin story, and market observation insights.

3. AI Can Save Time and Improve Content Creation: Many entrepreneurs struggle with creating social media content. AI tools can generate and repurpose content efficiently, reducing the workload while maintaining consistency across platforms.

4. Personal Branding is Essential in the AI Era: Statistics show that 74% of consumers trust a brand more when an executive has a strong personal brand. As AI evolves, human connection and authenticity become even more critical for businesses.

5. AI is Constantly Changing—Stay Adaptable: Athena highlights that AI tools evolve rapidly. Her approach involves regularly assessing, updating, and integrating AI solutions to ensure clients stay ahead in their industries.

"You don’t have to be perfect to show up. AI enhances your brand, but your authenticity is what makes the impact." – Athena Todd

Athena Todd shares an inspiring journey of overcoming cultural barriers, proving doubters wrong, and evolving from real estate to AI consulting. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding in today’s digital world and how AI can be leveraged to optimize business processes while preserving human authenticity. Her insights offer valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs looking to streamline operations and strengthen their brand presence.

Connect with Athena Todd:

Athena offers a free 15-minute brand audit to help entrepreneurs gain clarity on their personal branding strategy. No obligations—just an opportunity to get expert insights.

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenatodd/

https://www.launchlabhub.com/home

In this episode, I welcome the energetic and inspiring Megan Kuiper—a keynote speaker, coach, and consultant with over 21 years of leadership and culture development experience.

Megan shares her journey from a successful corporate career at Target to full-time entrepreneurship, helping individuals and organizations unlock their potential.

She is passionate about spreading positivity, energy, and the power of dreaming big to fuel personal and professional growth.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Your Career Shouldn’t Define Your Identity: Megan shares how her career success at Target became her entire identity, leading to stress and burnout. Her wake-up call came in the form of panic attacks, prompting her to reevaluate her priorities and redefine fulfillment.

2. Dreaming Fuels Energy and Purpose: She emphasizes the power of dreaming big—beyond short-term goals. Writing down her dream daily (“I work for me”) helped her build confidence, take small steps, and eventually transition to full-time entrepreneurship.

3. The DREAM Framework for Achieving Goals: Megan introduces her DREAM model, a structured approach to making dreams a reality:

4. Small Dreams Can Have Big Impact: Dreams don’t have to be life-changing career shifts. Megan shares a story of a high-achieving executive who simply wanted to prioritize family time over work, leading to more fulfillment and balance.

5. Sharing Your Dream Builds Support: Saying your dream out loud is an act of courage, but it helps bring others on board. Megan recalls a pivotal moment when she told her husband about her dream of leaving her corporate job—his immediate support became a turning point.

"Your energy equals your impact. When you align your dreams with your purpose, you create unstoppable momentum." - Megan Kuiper

Megan encourages listeners to give themselves permission to dream again, no matter how big or small. She reminds us that there’s no timeline for success, and even small steps can create profound changes.

Where to Connect with Megan Kuiper:

Website: www.megan-kuiper.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-kuiper-44371a6/

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

Megan also offers a free 10-minute coaching session to help listeners start defining their dreams and bringing their loved ones on board.

https://www.megan-kuiper.com/exculsive-coaching-gift

What does it truly mean to find your voice—and why do so many women struggle with it?

In this powerful conversation, Radhika Lucas, a speaking, presenting, and marketing strategist, shares why owning your story is the key to unlocking confidence, visibility, and impact.

She breaks down the barriers that hold women back, the systemic challenges that erode confidence over time, and how to reconnect with your deepest, most authentic voice. Whether you're a business owner or a corporate leader, this is foundational work that changes everything.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Finding your voice is a journey, not a destination. It’s about more than having an opinion—it’s about standing in your truth and aligning your voice with what you genuinely believe.

2. Fear and systemic barriers silence women. From microaggressions to societal expectations, women often lose confidence in their own voices over time, making it crucial to reclaim that power.

3. Your ‘deepest, darkest why’ fuels your impact. True confidence comes from understanding the personal experiences that drive you and aligning your work with what truly matters to you.

4. Saying no is an act of self-leadership. Many women have been conditioned to say yes to everything, but learning to set boundaries is essential for protecting your energy and amplifying your voice.

5. Visibility and voice are not the same. Just because you’re visible doesn’t mean you’re fully expressing yourself—true leadership comes from aligning your internal clarity with external communication.

Your voice is your greatest asset—but only if you use it with intention. Radhika’s insights challenge us to stop trying to sound like everyone else and instead embrace the power of our own lived experiences. Whether you're stepping into leadership, launching a business, or looking to make a bigger impact, this conversation will help you reconnect with your voice and start attracting the right opportunities—without constantly chasing them.

💡 "What makes you cry is actually your why." – Radhika Lucas

Where to Find Radhika Lucas

Download her free guide: https://www.contenthalo.com/magnetic-visibility/

Website: https://www.contenthalo.com

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

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

Email: [email protected]

In this episode, Karen Gombault welcomes Natasha Siegel, a high-performance coach, leadership strategist, and founder of The Cure for Career Limbo.

Natasha helps ambitious professionals break free from career stagnation and build fulfilling, purpose-driven careers. Having navigated career transitions herself, she shares powerful frameworks for unlocking potential and leading with confidence.

Karen and Natasha dive into a critical conversation about getting unstuck—a challenge that affects many professionals at different stages of their careers.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Being Stuck Is a Choice: Many people feel stuck because making a decision feels overwhelming. But remaining in limbo is, in itself, a decision. Recognizing that you have a choice is the first step to moving forward.

2. Fear Holds You Back: Fear of judgment, fear of failure, and fear of the unknown often keep people from taking action. Many assume that making a change will automatically lead to worse outcomes, when in reality, change can bring new opportunities.

3. Define What You Want—And What You Don’t: Writing down what you want (without fear of judgment) and why you want it helps clarify your next step. Sometimes, defining what you don’t want is equally valuable in eliminating options that aren’t aligned with your goals.

4. Take Action, Even If It's Small: The best way to know if something is right for you is to try it. Whether it’s applying for a new role, having a conversation, or testing a different approach, action creates clarity. Staying in indecision drains more energy than making a choice and adjusting along the way.

5. Own Your Decisions and Stop Seeking External Validation: Waiting for permission or external recognition keeps you stuck. Taking ownership of what you want—and backing yourself up—is one of the most liberating and empowering things you can do.

"Whatever you think you can't do, just step back and ask yourself: what if that’s not true? What if it is possible?" — Natasha Siegel

Getting unstuck isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about recognizing your choices, addressing your fears, and taking action. Natasha emphasizes the importance of self-belief, the power of small steps, and the freedom that comes with owning your decisions.

If you’re feeling stuck in your career or life, start by asking yourself: What do I really want? What if I stopped waiting for permission? What if I just took the next step?

Where to Find Natasha Siegel:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-siegel-cure-my-career-limbo/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkswith.tash/

Free Resource: Download Natasha’s one-pager on getting unstuck

Career Limbo 3 Secrets

In this insightful conversation, Karen Gombault interviews Germaine Foley, a certified life and money coach who helps women take control of their finances and build wealth—without sacrificing their lifestyle. Germaine shares her personal journey of overcoming $200,000 in debt despite earning a good income and explains how she developed a method to build wealth while still enjoying life.

5 Key Takeaways

1. Financial Confidence is a Leadership Skill: Just like leadership, financial confidence requires decisiveness, clarity, and goal-setting. Women who succeed in their careers should align their financial success with their professional achievements.

2. Start with Values, Not Sacrifice: Instead of jumping straight to budgeting, Germaine encourages women to define what truly enhances their life. Identifying key priorities—such as travel, family time, or personal experiences—helps create a financial plan that supports those values rather than restricting them.

3. Avoid Emotional Spending: Many women use spending as a coping mechanism for stress, boredom, or frustration. However, money should not be used to alter emotions. Instead, it should be seen as a tool to enhance life and create security.

4. The ‘Do Both’ Method: Build Wealth and Enjoy Life: Germaine debunks the myth that financial success requires extreme sacrifice. Her “Do Both” method allows women to manage their money strategically while still enjoying vacations, shopping, and experiences.

5. Mindset is the Key to Financial Success: Common money beliefs, such as "I’m bad with money" or "I’ll figure it out later," create financial stagnation. Shifting to more empowering beliefs—like "I can figure this out"—helps women take proactive steps toward financial stability.

"Building wealth isn’t about sacrifice. It’s about the mindset and strategy you’re willing to work on. You can do both—build wealth and enjoy life at the same time." – Germaine Foley

Germaine Foley emphasizes that financial security isn’t about deprivation but about intentionality. By aligning financial habits with personal values, women can eliminate debt, build wealth, and maintain the freedom to enjoy life. Money is a tool, not a burden—when managed correctly, it can create both security and abundance.

Where to Connect with Germaine:

Podcast: Becoming the Wealthy You (available on all major platforms)

Free Training: How to Build Wealth Without Going on a Strict Budget – https://www.germainefoley.com/wealthclass

https://www.germainefoley.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/germainefoleycoaching/

In this episode of Women Leading Boldly, host Karen Gombault welcomes Mindi Huebner, a mindset and identity expert who helps high-achieving women break free from outdated identities and redefine success on their own terms.

They dive deep into the power of identity, subconscious beliefs, and how shifting your mindset can unlock your fullest potential—personally and professionally.

5 Key Takeaways

1. We Cannot Outperform Our Subconscious Identity: Many high achievers unknowingly operate under an identity shaped by subconscious beliefs—such as equating worth with achievement. Recognizing and aligning with an identity that truly serves you is the key to authentic success.

2. Signs of Identity Misalignment Show Up as Self-Sabotage: Common symptoms of misalignment include overthinking, overworking, perfectionism, and self-criticism. If you find yourself saying, “I want this, but I keep going in circles,” you’re likely stuck in an outdated identity.

3. Identity is Not a Fixed Label—It Can Be Expanded: Many women define themselves by rigid labels (e.g., "I am a runner" or "I am a hot mess"), but true identity work involves expanding rather than restricting who you are. Shifting from "I am X" to "I am becoming X" allows for more growth and adaptability.

4. Taking Small Aligned Actions Builds Identity Shifts: You don’t need to wait for a mindset shift before acting—sometimes, action creates the mindset. Instead of saying, “I am a seven-figure entrepreneur,” start with, “I am building the habits of a seven-figure entrepreneur” and evolve from there.

5. Reframing Your Language Changes Your Reality: Simple shifts in language rewire the brain. Instead of saying, "I should have done this," replace it with:

"From now on…"

"Next time…"

"In the future…"

This small tweak moves you from guilt to empowerment.

"You are always winning the game you're playing. If you call yourself a hot mess every day, you will keep proving yourself right. Shift the game, shift the identity, and your success will follow." – Mindi Huebner

Identity work is about shedding what no longer serves you, not becoming someone you’re not. Mindi and Karen explore how shifting your mindset and subconscious beliefs can unlock confidence, ease, and joy—without the burnout. Whether you're stepping into leadership, making a career pivot, or redefining personal success, this work is essential for sustainable growth.

Where to Connect with Mindi Huebner:

Website: https://mindihuebner.com/

For more insights and practical tools, check out Mindy’s free private podcast “Unlock Your 24K Success” at https://pages.mindihuebner.com/unlock-your-24k-outcomes-podcast-page