Her Origin Story

Check Out These Highlights:What if your next chapter could be your most powerful yet? In this episode, Diane Woodford shares how she rewired—not retired—after a fulfilling career in healthcare and education. With vibrant energy and deep wisdom, she unpacks the origin story of her voice, her shift from nursing to teaching, and how everything in life prepares us for what comes next.We talk about what it means to live in service without burning out, why honoring your inner voice matters, and how her newest book, Aftercare: Finding Peace Beyond Trauma, was born from trauma, healing, and a mission to help others find peace. We also dive into how the Love Drops Podcast began as a pandemic project and became a global storytelling platform.Whether you’re stepping into something new or just wondering what’s next, Diane’s story is a reminder that you can keep leaping—with love, light, and purpose.About Diane Woodford:Diane is a retired healthcare professional turned author, speaker, and co-host of the Love Drops podcast. She's committed to mentoring young women and helping others use their voice and life experience to create real impact in the world.Connect with Diane Woodford:🌐 Website: https://paths2transformation.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-woodford/🎙 Podcast: Love Drops Podcast📘 Book: Aftercare: Finding Peace Beyond Trauma (available via website and pre-order August 2)Stalk Me Online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

Check Out These Highlights:When Michelle Knox became a mom to twin girls, she knew something had to change. After too many late nights, missed milestones, and 48 hours without seeing her daughters awake, she hit a breaking point at work and walked away from her agency job for good.In this episode, Michelle shares the powerful story of how motherhood helped her redefine success, what it was like starting Lone Red & Co. in the early days of online business, and how she eventually pivoted from design work into strategic marketing consulting. If you've ever wondered how to build a life-first business (and why flexibility is worth more than a big paycheck), this one’s for you.Michelle also breaks down the biggest mistake she sees small businesses make with branding—and how to uncover simple shifts that increase leads, revenue, and impact without burnout.About Michelle Knox:Michelle Knox is the founder of Lone Red & Company and a small business growth consultant who helps purpose-driven brands uncover the small but mighty shifts that boost their impact. Her work spans brand strategy, marketing systems, and visual identity—all rooted in a practical, real-life approach to sustainable business.📬 Connect with Michelle:🌐 Website: https://lonered.com📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonered Stalk Me Online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

Check Out These Highlights:What do you do when you wake up one day and realize the business you built no longer feels like yours? That’s what happened to Jennifer Zenz-Olson, a former therapist turned coach and speaker, who experienced a full-body no at the height of her “success.”In this episode, Jennifer shares the raw truth of what it’s like to lose your joy, the shame that comes with admitting you’re no longer happy, and the soul-searching that helped her rediscover her mission. We also talk about trauma, reinvention, and the power of storytelling as a way to heal, connect, and lead.Whether you’re in the middle of a pivot or wondering if it’s time to walk away from something that no longer fits, you’ll walk away from this conversation feeling seen, inspired, and reminded that your voice and vision matter more than ever.About Jennifer Zenz-OlsonJennifer is a coach, speaker, and former therapist who helps women reclaim their power, reconnect with their purpose, and create aligned, soul-led businesses. She brings decades of experience in mental health and healing to her work, and she’s not afraid to keep it real.Connect with Jennifer Zenz-Olson🌐 Website: https://www.laughinglotuswellness.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferzenzolson📺 YouTube: Laughing Lotus Wellness📱Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laughinglotuswellness/Stalk Me Online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

Check Out These Highlights:If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you—and not the other way around—this episode is a must-listen. Camille Diaz is on a mission to revive what she calls “zombiepreneurs”—overworked business owners who’ve lost the spark and are drowning in chaos.In this episode, Camille shares her unexpected path from zoo education to ballroom dance studio owner to financial strategist and optimization coach. We dive into how she rebuilt after failure, why she believes in building businesses around real needs (not just clever ideas), and how prioritizing, scheduling, and accountability (her PSA!) can transform your productivity and mindset. Her story is equal parts real, hilarious, and inspiring.About Camille Diaz:Camille brings zombiepreneurs back to life. She's a wealth strategist, optimization coach, connector, podcaster, author, and speaker. With a background in education and entrepreneurship, she helps inspired business owners calm the chaos and build systems that actually work—without burning out.How to Get in Touch with Camille:🌐 Website: https://camillediaz.com💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/camillediaz🎙 Podcast: The Real Deal with Camille🎁 Free Masterclass: camillediaz.com/masterclass🎁 Free Guide: camillediaz.com/habitsStalk Toby online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to the Her Origin Story podcast on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about what sparked it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

Check Out These Highlights:What happens when the life you thought you wanted no longer fits the person you’re becoming? For Kristi Mitchell, motherhood cracked open a deeper truth—and set her on a path to build a business that honored her life, her family, and her strengths.In this episode, Kristi shares the raw and honest moments behind her transition from a corporate career to marketing strategist for service-based businesses. We talk about why motherhood changed everything, how to overcome the fear of starting your own thing, and why marketing doesn’t have to be overwhelming to be effective. Kristi also shares her best advice for anyone thinking about taking the leap—and what she wishes every business owner knew about showing up with clarity and confidence.About Kristi Mitchell:Kristi Mitchell is a marketing strategist who helps service-based business owners—especially those who’ve grown through word-of-mouth—create simple, strategic plans to scale. Through her business, Marketing Uncomplicated, she empowers entrepreneurs to ditch the overwhelm and market themselves with confidence and ease.Connect with Kristi Mitchell:🌐 Website: https://kristimitchell.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristimitchellmarketing🎙 Podcast: Unf*dge Your Marketing🎁 Free Gift: Marketing Resource LibraryStalk Me Online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.

Check Out These Highlights:What happens when you realize the life you've worked so hard to build no longer fits the one you want most? For Allison Ditmer, that moment came during the pandemic, when working from home made her realize she wanted something different. More flexibility. More intention. More time with her kids.In this episode, Allison shares her transition from a corporate digital marketing career to becoming a sought-after LinkedIn content strategist for women founders and CEOs. We talk about the fears and realities of going out on your own, the power of saying yes to scary-but-exciting opportunities, and how showing up consistently online changed everything.About Allison Ditmer:Allison Ditmer is a LinkedIn content strategist who helps women founders and CEOs show up with confidence and clarity. A former corporate marketer, she now empowers other women to grow purpose-driven businesses by using their voice and story to connect online.Connect with Allison:💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonditmer🎁 Free Gift: The Content Cup Newsletter: https://allison-ditmer.kit.com/280ec9ba07Stalk Me Online!About Me: https://tobymyles.com/about/Free Gift: The Nashville Method: 5-Day Storytelling Mini-CourseSubscribe to Her Origin Story on your favorite platform. New episodes every week with real, raw stories about the moments that started it all. Episode Notes Footer:Her Origin Story is produced by Toby Myles Copywriting, and podcast editor Ilorah Dela CruzAll content © 2025 Toby Myles. All rights reserved.