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The podcast episode features Christy Rutherford, host of "Money Loves Happy People," discussing the topic of quitting a job for entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the need of having a plan and a strong mindset before making the leap and gives warning against leaving a job out of desperation. Christy also encourages listeners to prioritize their mental and physical health and work on themselves before starting a business. The episode includes anecdotes and advice for women considering entrepreneurship, with a guest speaker sharing her personal experience of struggling with multiple medical conditions and a toxic work environment while trying to maintain success in her job.Key Points from this Episode:The essential of leaving a job through inspiration rather than desperation, and the negative consequences of leaving out of desperation.The need to prioritize oneself and one's mental and physical health before making the leap to entrepreneurship.The importance of having a plan and financial stability before quitting a job for entrepreneurship.The necessity to establish a plan for entrepreneurship and know what unmonetized intellectual property one is holding onto.Maintain a strong mindset as an entrepreneur that is, to focus on one business at a time and realize the hardship of working on oneself while on fire.The challenges of starting a business including the struggles that may come before becoming fully healed, settled, and comfortable working on oneself.It is more interesting to leave a work in inspiration rather than desperation if one is planning to be an entrepreneur, as health plays a key role for the business to run smoothly, achieve its goals, and reach success.There should be a ready plan before quitting a job in the financial aspect and an investment in personal growth in preparation for entrepreneurship.Tweetables by Christy Rutherford:&nbsp;“Celebrating the power of a strong mindset!”“Victory is ours when we prioritize ourselves!”“Lessons learned: Don't make decisions based on others' experiences. Prioritize your mental and physical health. Build a solid foundation before starting a business. And most importantly, make yourself your only priority!”“Finding joy and purpose in our work is key to success!”Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Christy Rutherford Website1. Get a 30% Raise Without Getting Another Degree - &nbsp; https://www.changenowwithchristy.com/2. Resume Course - How to Use the Superpower Method to Write an Irresistible Resume to Land You a High-Paying Job – https://www.thesuperpowermethod.com/3. Money Loves Happy People Private Community – http://www.mlhpcommunity.com/Also, follow Christy Rutherford on her socials/sites:Instagram: Christy RutherfordLinkedIn: Christy RutherfordFacebook: Christy RutherfordWebsite: How to Calculate Your Value in the MarketLinkedIn, Vision Finder International: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/visionfinderinternational/"...

In this episode of "Money Loves Happy People," host Christy Rutherford discusses the topic of getting a raise and shares five points to consider. She emphasizes the importance of owning your value and building relationships with decision makers. Three guests were given their moments to discuss and share their career paths, one of which is from finance and teaching to real estate and pottery, highlighting the overlap between real estate and finance. Christy gives&nbsp; advice to listeners to be crystal clear on their value and ask for what they deserve. Encouraging words were also given by Christy to the listeners to be specific about their goals and attach a burning desire to achieve them. Overall, the episode aims to empower high-achieving women to ask for and receive the pay they deserve.Key Points from this Episode:There are five points to consider when asking for a raise such as owning your value, quantifying your contributions, asking largely, being consistent with the positive mental attitude, and finally asking for what you deserve.The importance of getting a raise and the three essential points to remember such as getting clear and honest about how you're showing up, owning your value, and building relationships with decision makers.Owning your value is such an important factor as well as adequately calculating how much you should be making and an encouragement to stop hiding their achievements and own how great they are.One must be aware of the need for building trusted relationships with decision makers including the tips on how to do so effectively.One must always be on the lookout to calculate one’s worth and the presence of belief in your own value is a requisite when asking for a higher salary.One should focus on expressing own value and highlight what can be offered to the organization in the event of a higher salary negotiation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Tweetables by Christy Rutherford:&nbsp;“Celebrating high-achieving women who know their worth and ask for what they deserve!”“Empowering women to negotiate a higher salary and advance in their careers!”“Recognizing your value and owning your badass qualities is key to getting the pay you deserve!”“Breaking the cycle of not making enough money and giving your family and the world the gifts they deserve!”&nbsp;“Celebrating victories in negotiating a higher salary and finding a new career path!”Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Christy Rutherford Websitehttps://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comhttps://www.thesuperpowermethod.com/http://www.mlhpcommunity.com/Also, follow Christy Rutherford on her socials/sites:Instagram: Christy RutherfordLinkedIn: Christy RutherfordFacebook: Christy RutherfordWebsite: How to Calculate Your Value in the MarketLinkedIn, Vision Finder International: <a...

In today's episode of Why She's Winning Podcast, we feature a conversation with Carly Cloer, an expert in Sales, Marketing, and leadership, in which she discusses her path to personal development and accomplishments during the course of the interview. This episode discusses the importance of self-care, the power of positive thinking, and toxic environments in the workplace. The power of affirmations and how to ask for and get a raise of thirty percent are also covered in this episode's wealth of information.&nbsp;Key Points from this Episode:●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The power of affirmations and how they can help us create a positive self-image and reality.●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The power of affirmations and how they can help you tell yourself who you are rather than letting others define you.●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The importance of consistency and mastering oneself rather than trying to do multiple things at once.Tweetables:"Forgiving is not saying what happened was okay... it's accepting that what happened happened, and you can't change anything." - Carly Cloer"All the people and the situations that I was blaming as soon as I let each of those aspects go, there's so much room." - Carly Cloer"Become the information that you read." - Christy RutherfordLinks Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase - https://www.levelupwithchristy.com/Resume Course - https://www.thesuperpowermethod.com/resumecourseApple Podcast - <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-loves-happy-people/id1547698151" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

In today's episode of Why She’s Winning Podcast, we talked to Dr. Rashara, a Female Engineer, to discuss her personal growth journey and how it has helped her navigate challenging work environments and relationships. Dr. Rashara shares her experiences as a woman of color in a male-dominated and predominantly white field and how personal growth has empowered her to communicate her thoughts and positions without fear. Dr. Rashara offers valuable insights and practical tips for listeners who are interested in pursuing their own personal growth journeys. She emphasizes the importance of empathy and self-reflection in personal growth and how these practices can help individuals navigate difficult situations with grace and confidence.This episode is a powerful reminder that personal growth is an ongoing journey and that it can have transformative effects on all aspects of our lives.Key Points of This Episode:●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Personal growth is an ongoing journey that requires self-reflection and empathy towards oneself and others.●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Setting boundaries and communicating one's thoughts and positions without fear is crucial in challenging work environments and relationships.●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Personal growth can have transformative effects on all aspects of our lives.Tweetables:&nbsp;"God doesn't give you what you want; he gives you what you have room for." - Dr. Rashara."Suddenly comes from a series of small habits done over a period of time that have compounded to be able to open up the door." - Dr. Rashara."Stop the madness. Take the time to reflect, really engage your own behaviors, and really, what are you trying to prove with another degree?" - Christy Rutherford.&nbsp;Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase - https://www.levelupwithchristy.com/Resume Course -<a...

In this episode of Why She's Winning, Christy Rutherford chats with talented neurodiversity and organizational development expert Vincine Brown on how to access your future by forgiving your past.Vincine Brown is a visionary leader helping neurodivergent minds reach their full potential. Her passion for creating bridges to success stands out above all else! She sits on multiple boards and has been honored with several prestigious awards for her contributions to the community, such as being named President &amp; Marita of the Cincinnati chapter of the National Technical Association.If you're struggling with holding onto past hurts and mistakes, this episode is for you!Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase - https://www.levelupwithchristy.com/Resume Course - https://www.thesuperpowermethod.com/resumecourseApple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-loves-happy-people/id1547698151YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@christyrutherfordAlso, follow Christy on her socials/sites:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christyrutherfordhttps://www.facebook.com/thevisionfinder/https://www.youtube.com/@christyrutherford<a...

There's no limit to what you can achieve as a trailblazer. Join Elizabeth Adams of Why She's Winning for an insightful exploration into the meaning behind blazing your path and understanding its power! In this exhilarating episode, she'll help you uncover just how valuable YOU are on YOUR journey - don't miss out!Elizabeth was a trailblazer on her life journey, bravely and boldly taking steps to level-up her thinking. She practiced various activities such as walking, meditating, reading, and soul searching to align with God's way.Through this process of change, Elizabeth had to let go of people and things in her life that weren't serving her highest good. As she pushed herself out of her comfort zone, Elizabeth no longer wanted to compare her progress with anyone else’s; instead, she focused on taking one step forward at a time and listening for messages from nature.What began as a practice to declutter negative thoughts became exercises for guidance and illumination - giving her the clarity she needed about starting a business or presenting herself in certain situations. Through this self-exploration, Elizabeth found the strength to bravely follow her path toward success.Other subjects we covered on the show:We get to know where Elizabeth was when she reached out to Christy and what motivated her to join the program.Elizabeth emphasized the importance of commanding your value to achieve success.Then, she talked about how owning who you are can lead to many opportunities in your chosen industry.&nbsp;She also encourages women to invest in themselves and take advantage of the opportunities available with Vision Finder International.Elizabeth shared her insight on how to get what you deserve regarding values and beliefs.Lastly, she encouraged tech women to seek help if they need advice before trouble arises.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw12.If you want to know more about Elizabeth Adams, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizadams/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

Ready to blaze your trail and get closer to achieving the life of your dreams? Ready... Set… GO! Denise Felipe-Adams is here on Why She's Winning with valuable insight into how you can take control, set yourself up for success, and move toward manifesting everything that sets your soul ablaze.Denise felt stagnant and at a loss before connecting with Vision Finder International. Through the strong bonds of friendship formed between her, Cassandra, and other supportive women, she came to rely on self-validation instead of relying on others for it. Thanks to an eye-opening moment when Cassandra presented Denise's childhood trauma juxtaposed against that which had been present until then – this inspiration enabled her newfound ability to forgive herself as well as those who weren't serving her best interests anymore.&nbsp;Friendships built through connections with like-minded individuals allowed Denise to understand more about herself than ever before - inspiring growth from within. She further encourages all people by emphasizing spiritual intentionality, believing anything is possible if you focus your energy positively – joy awaits us around every corner waiting for our embrace!No matter the obstacles, Denise has proven that it is possible to find strength within ourselves and create a life full of joy. She encourages us all to take time for personal development and open ourselves up to new possibilities - by sharing her story, Denise hopes to ignite the flames of motivation for others to take the same steps toward their own freedom.&nbsp;Other subjects we covered on the show:Denise shared how powerful it is to Connect with other women in leadership.&nbsp;She also shared how journaling has helped her stay disciplined and motivated on her journey to self-discovery.Lastly, Denise emphasizes the importance of intentionally committing to Vision Finder International's program, setting boundaries, and doing the work to achieve breakthroughs.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw11.If you want to know more about it Denise Felipe-Adams, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-felipe-adams-ba0027122/ Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

Why She's Winning host Christy Rutherford talks to Leandra Morris Rucker, a successful, published author, personal development coach, inspirational speaker, and leader in her field.In this episode, Leandra shares the challenges of remaining authentically true to oneself and maintaining the right mindset while balancing a busy lifestyle of career and home.She has achieved incredible success in her career and inspires many to do the same. Her career highlights include being a successful entrepreneur and business owner and earning numerous awards for her achievements. She shares stories of resilience and perseverance, making her one of the most respected figures in her industry.In this interview, Christy and Leandra emphasize the need for women to remain rooted in their own identity and remain honest despite external pressures or expectations while remaining self-aware of when they're pushing themselves too hard. Furthermore, Leandra speaks openly about the importance of having the right mindset when challenging yourself and taking on complex tasks.This podcast will inspire everyone who listens with its candid discussion of what it takes to succeed -- especially if you’re a woman in power or a leader looking for motivation. Tune into this episode of Why She's Winning to learn how they found success and developed the right mindset along their journey!Other subjects we covered on the show:Leandra and Christy discussed the importance of forgiveness for others and oneself.Leandra discovered Earl Nightingale's "Strangest Secret" and started to change her mindset, allowing her to understand herself better and react more positively in situations. Christy discussed how microaggressions could be reflections of past traumas that have not been addressed or healed.&nbsp;During their conversation, Leandra realized that having those close to you who support your truth is essential, while cutting off negative people is necessary.The conversation concluded with Leandra emphasizing the importance of being present and honoring who you are. This will lead to more concrete financial stability while also providing joy in life. AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw10.If you want to know more about Leandra Morris Rucker, you may reach out to her at: ●&nbsp; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leandra-morris-rucker-mba-67677a73/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

In this episode of Why She's Winning, Aleeta Gardner sheds light on how to navigate the uncertain waves of life. Learn valuable insights into identifying when it’s time to let go and trust that everything will unfold in its own divine timing.Aleeta learned a powerful lesson, that the world would rather keep her conforming than allowing her to spread her wings and pursue what she was meant to do in life. Her realization of this issue helped open her eyes and allowed her to release control from the negative thoughts that were taking up too much space in her head. She soon understood the battles she faced were mainly manufactured in her own mind.She then began focusing on parenting herself in ways that pushed her beyond a life of conformity, understanding that success does not have to be monetary-based; one can acquire joy, peace, and freedom without money through reclaiming control.In Aleeta's case, learning about releasing control enabled her to understand why she was constantly being told to be quiet rather than challenge the status quo.Other subjects we covered on the show:Aleeta shared the biggest lesson she learned from Earl Nightingale, which is “Whatever is planted in your mind, it will grow, especially, if you water and feed it”.She also talked about how her friend helped her to take on a mantra of "Greater is Here" instead of "Greater is Coming."Then, Aleeta talked about one of her realizations, which is, it's okay to ask for help when needed, as well as, to be open to receiving what God may have planned for them.&nbsp;Lastly, we discussed the importance of recognizing the role that one plays in their own misery, rather than blaming others.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw09.If you want to know more about Aleeta Gardner, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleeta-a-gardner-pmp-2724341/ Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

As a mom, carving out “me time” can be daunting - especially with all the daily demands of balancing family and work. On this episode of Why She's Winning, Tasheaya Ellison reveals her secrets for making it happen while also maintaining healthy relationships with those closest to you! Tune in as she provides invaluable advice on creating meaningful self-care moments within an often chaotic life.Through her journey of self-discovery, Tasheaya realized the expectations she had been placing on herself were only of her own making. She learned to seek out support from her family and discovered the importance of cultivating a healthy daily self-care routine beyond just traditional forms of relaxation like running or going to the spa.In addition to proper nourishment and sleep, Tasheaya highlighted that women often feel like hostages to their family obligations and don't make time for self-care. Self-care also involves extending positive messages to oneself which helps foster long-term happiness for both professionals and parents, thus helping prevent cycles their children could potentially follow.Seeking joy without disregarding our current reality is key, and by recognizing it and dedicating enough time to nurture ourselves, we become better equipped to find such balance.Other subjects we covered on the show:Tasheaya shared how women often feel like hostages to their family obligations and don't make time for self-care.She also suggests women should recognize that they are worth investing in by dedicating five or ten minutes every day for self-care activities.Lastly, Tasheaya shared her thoughts about work-life balance and uses the scales of justice as an illustration.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw08.If you want to know more about Tasheaya Ellison, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tasheaya-warren-ellison-esq-llm/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

Join Dana on a journey of self-discovery and soul awakening in this episode of Why She's Winning. From challenging midlife struggles to meaningful revelations, learn how one woman transformed her life for the better!Dana's midlife crisis was a wake-up call for her. She realized that how she managed her brokenness wasn't enough to heal it; instead, she needed to take steps toward actively healing it. To do this, Dana focused on self-care practices that brought joy and comfort to her soul, as well as learning to say no when necessary.Through reflection and introspection, Dana also acknowledged the baggage she had been carrying around for years and worked on forgiving herself in order to let go of it. These processes were instrumental in awakening her soul, helping her finally overcome her midlife crisis, and emerge with a newfound sense of purpose and clarity.Her story is an inspirational example of how taking the time to nurture oneself can have positive effects that reach far beyond expectations. Soul awakening through self-care practices can be transformative, helping us gain clarity and purpose even in times of difficulty. As Dana's experience shows, sometimes we must look within ourselves to find the answers we are looking for. With dedication and commitment to self-care practices, anything is possible!Other subjects we covered on the show:How Dana found her “tribe” amongst other women who could relate to her struggles as leaders in executive positions.Dana shared how she realized true self-care was required for senior-level executives.We also talked about how Dana’s relationship with her husband and children changed after the forgiveness session.Lastly, Dana reminds us, fear should not prevent us from going after what we desire; instead, we should take initiative and create our own lives.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw07.If you want to know more about Dana Cox, you may reach out to her at:Website: https://www.coxtraveladventures.com/&nbsp;LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danacoxmba/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

Ever feel like you're treading water in your career? Struggling to see a future, much less one that's filled with fulfillment and success? Kaphesia is here to help. Tune into Why She's Winning for practical advice on how to reach those pie-in-the sky goals you've been dreaming about!Kaphesia had been conditioned to believe that success was only achievable through hard work and sacrifice. Pie-in-the-sky dreams were just a fantasy and not something she ever thought would be attainable, that is until she had a life-changing conversation with Christy about trusting people and believing in the possibilities.This realization allowed Kaphesia to take ownership of how she showed up at work and opened her heart to rekindling bonds with family members who had grown distant due to the pressure she put on herself to succeed. This shift in mindset enabled Kaphesia to become more present in moments with her loved ones and appreciate these special times together.Though Pie In The Sky Life was what she thought was out of reach, Kaphesia now knows it's attainable through trust and belief. She encourages women of color to embrace these lessons in order to create the lives of which they have always dreamed.Kaphesia is living proof that Pie In The Sky Living isn't just a fantasy - it can be your reality! With a little bit of faith and hard work, you too can make your dreams come true. So why wait? Start believing and see what happens! Who knows - you might surprise yourself with the outcome.Other subjects we covered on the show:Kaphesia shared her initial intention for joining the Vision Finder Masterclass program, which was to level up her career confidence that she found was held back by negative self-talk such as "I gotta work harder" or “that success would be hard to achieve”.We talked about Kaphesia’s realizations doing her meditation and paying attention to her thoughts, feelings, and moods.&nbsp;Kaphesia also shared how marriage takes intentional and deliberate work; being able to break away from action-reaction cycles can create harmony within families.Lastly, Kaphesia shares advice for women who feel they don't have time to make themselves a priority: take a deep breath, sit in silence and get comfortable with being present and hearing their own thoughts.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw06.If you want to know more about Kaphesia Jones, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwwjones/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

Moms! Are you feeling overwhelmed, like there are simply not enough hours in the day? Joann has got your back. Listen to this episode of Why She’s Winning podcast to learn her tips and tricks for getting more out of each day so work-life balance needn't be a thing of dreams anymore!Joann believes busy mothers can have it all, and firmly believes joy and happiness should be prioritized over misery. She learned this by taking charge of her own life.She encourages everyone to adopt the habit of expressing gratitude daily, and suggests talking to your kids about three things you are grateful for every day; it is a simple step that can lead to immense joy in life.In addition, seeking a balance between work-related activities and time with family can help put things into perspective and make one happier.Furthermore, establishing boundaries at work will improve performance reviews as well as reduce stress levels. Through her journey of finding joy even in chaos, Joann has realized the importance of embracing what makes us happy instead of succumbing to pressure or expectations from others.She encourages busy moms everywhere to make sure these three principles work together in unifying a large lifestyle juggling act, and she also commends busy moms for taking charge of their lives with such high compatibility between work and life obligations!Other subjects we covered on the show:We talked about the main reason why Joann joined the program and the realizations she had after joining several sessions.Joann shares her experience participating in a group with other women who are experiencing similar struggles.How Joann has shifted her thinking about work so it is no longer something she dreads but rather is financing her side hustle.Joann also talks about the importance of gratitude and how it has become an ingrained habit for her.Joann plugs her YouTube channel called Finding Fun, which helps others connect with their elementary school-age children and teach them life skills.Lastly, Joann advises women who are considering enrolling in the program that there is something special about having accountability within a group setting, as well as learning the skills necessary to be happy.AND MORE TOPICS COVERED IN THE FULL INTERVIEW!!! You can check that out and subscribe at https://pbp.li/wsw05.If you want to know more about Joann Pollard, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joann-pollard/&nbsp;Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@findingfunfamText "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

Find out how Celestine Pressley slays barriers to unlock freedom and flow. On this episode of the Why She's Winning, we chat with Celestine Pressley about how you can discover a sense of freedom and flow by getting clear on what matters most- tune in now!Celestine Pressley teaches us how to find Freedom and Flow by first starting with the willingness to forgive and understand yourself. As Celestine says, “Forgiveness allows us to acknowledge how we got here, identify our strengths and weaknesses, and decide what is best for ourselves moving forward. Freedom comes from knowing ourselves on a deeper level.” By understanding your worth and having an open mind toward exploring new opportunities, you can start living a more fulfilling life.Celestine encourages everyone to be intentional about the opportunities they entertain in order to help create Freedom and Flow. She believes that true freedom comes in being able to distill what matters most in your life—whether it's relationships, career choices, or goals—and being able to make decisions that reflect those values. Freedom also comes from having the courage to take risks and trust in your instincts, even when it feels uncertain.She provides an invaluable resource with her work on Freedom and Flow. Her teachings empower individuals to break out of patterns of old behaviors and into a life that is full of freedom, flow, and fulfillment. By helping us to forgive ourselves, understand our worth, and be intentional about the opportunities we entertain, Celestine truly helps unlock Freedom and Flow for every person she touches.Other subjects we covered on the show:We explored how flexibility and adaptability are essential components in helping us reach our ambitions.Celestine showed us that true peace and joy can be ours if we're willing to put in the hard work.She also mentioned that “Self-acceptance and self-love were resonating themes for many of the women”.Through the program Celestine realized that she had been trying to live up to other people's standards instead of her own and that perfectionism was just a mask for her insecurity.She encourages other women to do the hard work of facing themselves so they can reach their goals.Lastly, her message to women is to take the leap and follow God for greater success and remember to stay true to oneself because it is the key to achieve balance and attract the right opportunities.If you want to know more about Celestine Pressley, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celestine-pressley-csm-mba-ts-sci-84391b10/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

In this episode of Why She is Winning Christy sits down with Shannon Williams. Shannon had been struggling for years and was feeling like she was stuck in a rut with no way to make any real progress in her life. However, with Christy's guidance, Shannon was able to gain clarity on what she wanted out of life and how to pursue it.Shannon learned how to tap into a deeper sense of peace even when everything seemed uncertain or out of control. Through hard work and dedication, combined with Christy's expert advice and personal reflection, Shannon began to see results almost immediately. Her overall health improved dramatically as well as the state of her relationships with family members - especially her husband!&nbsp;Christy and Shannon discuss loneliness as a leader, building relationships with other women, and how recognizing toxic behavior even within ourselves. Working together they help listeners gain insight into their individual growth journey by encouraging them to go further and build their own support system within the community. In addition, Shannon uses her storytelling abilities throughout the show to reflect on her own experiences in order to impart some hard-earned wisdom to her listeners.No topic is off limits in this podcast which covers topics such as understanding why people are afraid of being abundant; recognizing why we should be confident in ourselves; figuring out what we're meant to do in life; and tackling difficult emotions such as fear and self-doubt so that they don't hold us back from achieving our goals.This empowering podcast helps those feeling stuck or unsure of which direction their lives should take next realize that they have something special inside them just waiting to be unlocked. So take the plunge and listen today! With Christy's expert advice alongside meaningful topics about being a leader discussed by both Christy and Shannon throughout the show, you'll learn invaluable lessons about life through Shannon's story that will stay with you forever.Other subjects we covered on the show:Shannon tells her story of overcoming sadness and despair with the help of others.She emphasizes the importance of taking that first step and reaching out for help when we need it.Lastly, Shannon speaks about the importance of recognizing where you are before you can make any changes in your life.&nbsp;If you want to know more about Shannon Williams, you may reach out to her at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ownerof360IntegrityTaxes/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUlYTC1JSnpmSTB5WFpod2dWMjVhOGsxaEpnQXxBQ3Jtc0ttMlZLZENQaVhqX0hOUXhRTW9NMWhUd0cxUHJ4MDJ3ck9mM0pUR29Yb1J5V2ZTZFRXcGpQNVY3UjlhWGlEcHI5ZmxPUFhxNDZENmZQVDNfeXRpa3VuXzJ2UmQwSmVob3FTYmxXeXp2SkswTkpHN29TRQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fmoney-loves-happy-people.mn.co%2F&amp;v=iB-7zDsSR3s" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Do you want to work remotely but don't know how to make it happen?Listen to Season 3 Episode 002 of Why She’s Winning Podcast as Raggeria Goddard shares her tips for finding and working remote jobs that will let you live in your dream location.Working remotely and living in your dream location doesn't have to be a dream thanks to Raggeria Goddard's remote working advice. Her mantra is simple - if you want it, prove it!She encourages anyone interested in working remotely to prove their value, showing how remote work has the potential to open up a world of possibility if done correctly.Working remotely often means a lifestyle change which can involve moving to another location, but Raggeria encourages everyone to take risks and go on new adventures; use the law of attraction to help create the life you're dreaming of.Working from anywhere with Internet access has never been easier - make that idyllic beach house a reality for yourself and explore the world with Raggeria's help!Other subjects we covered on the show:We discussed the importance of reflecting on the past to be able to move forward, and how taking risks is necessary for growth.We then talked about how meditating and yoga can change your mindset.Raggeria shared what holds people back from taking risks and achieving their dreams.We also discussed the law of sacrifice.Raggeria's thoughts about imposter syndrome.Lastly, Raggeria shared the importance of creating a tribe or mastermind group of similar people.&nbsp;If you want to know more about Raggeria Goddard, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raggeria-goddard/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase - https://www.levelupwithchristy.com/Resume Course -<a...

In this episode of The "Why She's Winning" Podcast, Raquel Naranjo shared her story about how she overcame the challenges and struggles of being an illegal immigrant in the United States and the impact it had on her mental and physical health.Raquel discussed the importance of acknowledging our emotions, as well as, taking time to reframe negative thoughts into a positive light. She explained that although it may not always be easy to create a change or allow others to help you, it is essential to stay true to yourself and your ambitions.Raquel offered advice for those who may feel frustrated or stuck in their current situation. She suggested keeping an open mind and being coachable while also trusting that there are people out there who can provide helpful guidance and support.Raquel highlighted how women often lack executive presence because they haven't taken the time to celebrate their accomplishments, so it's important to take care of your emotional well-being by talking back to negative thoughts and celebrating your successes.Finally, Raquel pointed out that everyone has a dysfunctional family dynamic, yet emphasized that it is important to be mindful of who you let into your inner circle. Taking control of your life can be difficult but necessary if you want to experience success. Through her story and advice, Raquel reminds us all to stay focused on our goals no matter what challenges we face along the way.Other subjects we covered on the show:We talked about how Raquel realized she needed to make a change when it became apparent her anger might lead to health problems down the road.We also discussed how she learned it's normal to resist change, but it's important to keep moving forward in order to achieve your goals.We spoke about her many challenges as an illegal immigrant in the US and how that affected her career.We also examined how women often face imposter syndrome or lack of executive presence because they haven't taken the time to celebrate their accomplishments.If you want to know more about Raquel, you may reach out to her at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelnaranjo/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - https://money-loves-happy-people.mn.co/Upcoming Virtual Event - How to Leave a Bad Job and get a $50k salary increase -<a...

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Christina Steed and I talked about how GREATER is waiting for you.Christina Steed is an executive-level communications leader. Her area of expertise is in public relations, marketing, corporate communications, diversity, equity and inclusion, global communications crisis, and issues management. She is an award-winning marketing communications expert who previously served as the executive vice president of client relations for a boutique agency in Chicago. Her brand experience includes Cox Communications, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Association Nielsen Dow Chemical, Nike Chicago, City of Chicago, and several more in various industries.&nbsp;Christina was named one of PRWeek’s 40 under 40, a prestigious list of top professionals in the public relations industry. She has received several industry awards from the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Publicity Club of Chicago (PCC), Bulldog Reporter, PRNews, and PR Week. She was named to the Chicago Defender Women of Excellence list, and was recognized as a WVON and Ariel Investments Top 40 under 40 Gamechanger of Chicago.&nbsp;She and her husband live in Chicago and Atlanta. She has a BS in journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and her MA in Strategic Communication from the University of Missouri, Columbia School of Journalism.Join in and listen as we dive into the essential mental wellness topics that will help grow your business or achieve more career success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Reason Behind Being Resistant to ChangeWe discussed Christina’s resistance to change. She mentioned “Commitment” as being the main problem before completely pushing through the program.&nbsp;Stepping back and asking herself about perspective and mindset to move forward was the greatest mind shift she had to undo. She had to stop negative thinking, having limiting beliefs, and pessimism.&nbsp;Identifying BlockagesWe talked about “group dynamics”, encountering other people. How you limit yourself to them, and having similar or different stories. You should not close your door to people encountering problems. You must listen, and understand their situation.Perfectionism, Suffocates your DreamsWe have shared experiences about perfectionism and how “procrastination” is tied to perfectionism. People who are very well accomplished try to do everything right, but it might delay them instead of helping them enjoy and make things easier.&nbsp;Other Topics We Covered on the Show:What was going on with Christina when she says “I need to do something different”?We discussed why it is hard for women to commit to themselves.The shocking things Christina discovered when she started to dig into committing to herself.We talked about the effects of perfectionism on high-achieving women.The surprising things Christina discovered regarding the group dynamics.Christina’s advice to women who want to get to the next level.How Christina learned what it’s like to be in joy.How To Stay Connected with Cristina Steed&nbsp;Check out Cristina Steed's social profiles below.Website: https://christinasteed.com/LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-steed-m-a-she-her-ella-b154b52/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Tamerri and I talk about how to shift your energy from “doing” to “receiving”.Tamerri Ater is a Certified Professional Astrologer, Reiki Energy Healer, Founder of AstroFashionista, LLC, and Gift of the Nile Wellness. With over 15 years of experience, Tamerri has advised thousands of clients on how to tap into their personal gifts to align with their soul’s destiny, life purpose, and career path so they can improve and attract both healthy relationships and partnerships.Tamerri has used the power of astrology to help guide her career advancements as Head of Product Development and Global Marketing Professional for multi-million dollar brands like Versed Skincare (where she’s a founding team member), Unilever Prestige, Murad &amp; Dermalogica, Hearst Magazines, &amp; Marie Claire. She’s also an instructor at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles and Executive MBA candidate at UCLA. If that weren’t enough, she’s also currently the Director of Communications &amp; Engagement at Uplifting Capital.Tamerri has used her beauty industry experience and mystical talents to collaborate with brands like Smashbox, Glamglow, ColourPop, BH Cosmetics, and Versed. She has been featured on Buzzfeed, iHeartRadio, Who What Wear, Pop Sugar, Bustle, The Coveteur, Real Simple, Business of Fashion, Beauty Independent, The Cut, Total Beauty, and a multitude of panels and podcasts.Join in and listen as we dive into essential mental wellness topics that will help you grow your business or achieve more career success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Power of Special GiftWe talk about the power of your special gift and the difference between “being the gift” and “being the vessel” through which God brings your gifts to the world. Understanding this difference will allow you to bring your best self to anything you do.Importance of Being IntentionalWe really dive deep into “intentionality” and how you can find and follow your purpose. This starts all the way back with your childhood traumas and other root causes of difficulty and shortcomings in your life. When you find these root causes and problems and work to fix them, you can start living your life’s purpose.Shifting from Fears to SolutionsWe discussed the importance of learning to “Toot your own horn,” so to speak. It’s not cockiness but authentic confidence. The kind of confidence that comes from recognizing your gifts and really owning them. This shift allows you to change the focus from your fears to the solutions you can provide to your company, customers, or clients.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:What was going on in Tamerri’s life that caused her to want to change something and become a part of Vision Finder’s program?Advice for women struggling with the question of “Who I’m Meant To Be”?The biggest surprises came from being a member of the Vision Finder program.What “Inner Peace” really looks like for high achieving women and how you can find it.How To Stay Connected with TamerriCheck out Tamerri’s social profiles below.Website: https://GiftOfTheNile.comAstrology: https://AstrologyFashionista.com&nbsp;@GiftOfTheNile on Instagram

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Rochelle Stokes and I discuss the impossible balance as a wife, mom, caregiver, and leader.Rochelle Stokes is the compliance strategic portfolio program manager at Deutsche Bank. She previously worked as the governance risk and compliance senior program manager at Qontigo, vice president at JP Morgan Chase, and business development manager at Bankers Liability and Casualty.Rochelle has her MBA from American Intercontinental University and her bachelor's in chemistry from Kings College in London. She has her PMP, MBA, and OPP.Join in and listen to the core essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsRochelle’s State of Mind Before Pursuing ChangeBefore pursuing change, Rochelle was not in a good state of mind. She was facing many different challenges in her professional and personal life. At that moment, she turned from a woman who had never experienced an anxiety attack to someone who was experiencing two in the space of three weeks. She knew she needed to do something different to better care for herself and be happy.Managing the Dynamics of Being a Mom, Daughter, and WifeThrough the program, Rochelle recognized she had zero boundaries. She had not set any boundaries in her personal and professional life, and since she worked from home during the pandemic, everything merged together.She continued by saying, "When you don't have those boundaries, of course, it gets overwhelming very quickly, and being high achieving women, we want to be there for everyone to do our best all the time. And oftentimes though it's in spite of ourselves, it's not managing what we are dealing with and how we are taking care of ourselves".Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Rochelle shares how she had progressed to a point where she realized she needed to do something different.The commonalities Rochelle found in the group of high-achieving, high-power women.Rochelle also shared how she managed to identify the negative emotions she was carrying.&nbsp;What happened after Rochelle started to set boundaries?How did disengagement give Rochelle peace and harmony?Rochelle’s thoughts about imposter syndrome.Lastly, Rochelle gave two things women can do today to have peace.How To Stay Connected with Rochelle StokesCheck out Rochelle’s social profiles below.Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-child-mba/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Joaquina Borges King and I spoke about writing the vision &amp; making it plain.Joaquina Borges King is the Senior Council of Eversource Energy in Connecticut. She specializes in state regulations with expertise in energy, procurements, renewables, and customer service.She has over 20 years of legal experience and possesses a unique skill set in forming and executing strategies for success in navigating regulatory challenges.Joaquina is an active community member and a public servant, having served on two gubernatorial-appointed counsels, judicial selection, and judicial review counsel in the state of Connecticut.She is a mentor to many and has a great family she loves and supports. She earned her JD from Georgetown University, Law Center, and her BA for Wesleyan University.Join in and listen to the core essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsJoaquina’s RevelationJoaquina's revelation for herself was about being selfish and utilizing self-care without really knowing how to deal with it.Pushing through the program, she knew she needed someone to align with a level of accountability to move forward in spaces of self-care and being selfish for herself in terms of mind space.The Aha MomentPart of Joaquina's “aha moment” was that she could easily guide others to certain precepts of the importance of meditation or a healthy lifestyle, which she was not doing.Through that, she realized she could never deliver on being responsible for her own hopes, dreams, and aspirations. She had come to a point where she didn't even know her dreams. She was so far down and away from being in tune with herself that she could not clearly articulate her dreams.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Joaquina shared what it is like to be tired, and nobody ever asks how you are.Why most successful women cannot answer this question, “If I was your fairy godmother, what would you ask for?”She also talked a little bit about the revelation of what's possible.How Joaquina rises back up again after being in the swirl.The response of Joaquina’s family towards the new version of herself.Lastly, Joaquina’s advice for women who feel they need change.How To Stay Connected with Joaquina Borges KingCheck out Joaquina’s social profiles below:LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaquina-borges-king-632b2a1/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Debra Arrington and I talk about the power of forgiveness.Debra Arrington is currently the information technology transformation officer for General Dynamics Bath Iron Works. She has spent the majority of her career in business consulting and program management with Oracle Consulting, PwC, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and IBM Global Business Services.Her experience is across multiple industries, including telecommunications, manufacturing, government, defense, healthcare, and life sciences. She has global experience with IBM working with various countries on their industry solutions.Debra has an executive MBA with an international focus. She is also a certified project management professional with a credential in organizational transformation.Join in and listen to the core essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsBeing Assessed in About 10 MinutesDebra intentionally intended to receive coaching for her career, but during our initial call, I discovered that was not the real problem.After our call, Debra started thinking differently, and was surprised at my astute ability to hit her in the head with what was going on in her mind, life, and history.The Real ChallengeDebra's biggest challenge was forgiving herself. At first, she did not realize that being unable to effectively and successfully forgive herself was hindering her from doing a great job in her career.Now, going through the process has helped her realize that without forgiving yourself, you will not be able to progress in life like you want to.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:The most surprising things Debra discovered when she started to do the work and started to look within.Surprising moments for Debra when she joined the group of women.Debra's experience when she has gone through the forgiveness session.The difference between suffering in your smiling and smiling from your soul.What was it like the first time when Debra consciously said NO to somebody?How did learning to say "Hear me! This is what I need to say" open up other areas and channels in Debra's relationships?Lastly, the byproduct of forgiveness.How To Stay Connected with Debra ArringtonCheck out Debra’s social profiles below.Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debraearrington

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Kendra Speed and I talked about letting your own light shine.Kendra Speed began her career in research in 2003 at Procter &amp; Gamble, where she led projects across Ethnic, Shopper, and Beauty Care. She has further honed her research capability with professional experiences at Michelin, NA, a tire manufacturer, and Crescent Communities, a real estate developer. This experience has shaped Kendra’s passion for delivering actionable and impactful insights to influence decision-making and drive business results. Kendra actively seeks ways to add to the body of knowledge for the business by absorbing and synthesizing insights and data over time.She is the current Head of Customer Strategy &amp; Insights at Dropbox, Inc., where she leads a customer and market research team focused on identifying and sizing an in-depth understanding of the global markets where Dropbox operates.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsDigging a Little DeeperKendra first joined the three-day event, where she was surprised by how many professional women were there. The event was one of the first pieces where she honestly said to herself, "I need to be around this coaching. This sisterhood really feels good."The other piece was delving through some great modules, on which she felt she wanted more and was getting insights she had never gained elsewhere.The other piece was through my coaching, where I called her on it and forced her to look at it, which made her feel different. That sense of newness made Kendra dig deeper into the program.Being Called OutThere was a pause when Kendra heard about the role she was personally playing and how she was showing up. She felt there was tension between the roles she was playing.She thought she was showing up in a way that would allow her to be successful, showing up how people wanted to see her. Not knowing that, at the end of the day, what people wanted to see was the real Kendra.Another thing she felt called out on was having a quiet rage or anger underneath the surface.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Kendra shared the result of her journey to change.She discussed what she believed executive presence to be before.How being authentic allowed Kendra to feel a sense of freedom.Kendra also shared her thoughts about imposter syndrome.Finally, her piece of advice for women who wanted to be themselves.How To Stay Connected with Kendra SpeedCheck out Kendra’s social profiles below.LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendraspeed/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Jalisa Johnson and I talk about how to release your resistance to change.Jalisa Johnson is the CEO and founder of Virtual Emerging Technology Solutions and 360 Health Net. She has been providing technical consultation and solutions architecture work for information technology broadcasts for 20 years. She moved to DC 15 years ago to work for NBC during their digital conversion as a contractor. Since then, she's moved on to working primarily in contract roles, supporting government agencies, and bringing converged technologies.Jalisa collaborated with Quiana Gainey and founded Secure Tech 360 in 2010. By 2015, sales rose to 1.7 million, and the firm added major clients such as the Department of Health and the US Department of Homeland Security.She also founded Virtual Emergent Technology Solutions in 2015, which is a minority woman-owned information technology consulting firm that specializes in formulating IT architecture solutions. Their primary focus is on cloud migrations, applications, and modernization around emergency management and healthcare IT.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsA Point to Pursue ChangeBefore deciding to do something different Jalisa was at a point in her life where she had no clarity about her future and felt unsettled. She was also questioning a lot of things in her life.The Resistance to ChangeJalisa's resistance was being vulnerable and talking about uncomfortable things with other people. She felt like she needed to talk, needed some coaching, needed some direction from other successful people, but that comes in a box and she is in a box.It's not that it was hard, but she sees herself as a problem solver and she didn't want to feel like she was being solved or someone was trying to fix her.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Surprising truth of meeting some other women.Jalisa shared what her breakthrough moment looked like.The shocking revelations learned after a breakthrough.Life of having harmony with yourself.Stepping into your destiny.Piece of advice for people who are resistant to change.How To Stay Connected with Jalisa JohnsonCheck out Jalisa’s social profiles below.Website: https://v-ets.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/v-ets/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Ingrid Jones and I talk about the power of saying NO.Ingrid Jones has worked at Pfizer since 2017 in the roles of Senior Counsel, Trade Channel Management, and North American Legal Lead at Upjohn.In 2021, she was named a CEO Action for Racial Equity Fellow, one of only 250 corporate leaders across the United States who collaborates on creating solutions to advance societal racial equity through public policy.As Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer in the City of New York, she advised executives and staff on all procurement matters, local laws, City administrative requirements, policies, and procedures regarding purchasing/contracting operations, among other responsibilities.Ingrid graduated from New York Law School, where she earned a J.D. She holds a master’s in Public Administration from Baruch College and a master’s in Administrative Leadership from Fairleigh Dickinson. She earned a B.S. from Benedict College.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Need to do Something DifferentWhen Ingrid felt the need to do something different, she was at the point where she felt stuck. She grew up following what the world tells us to do: go to college, get a great job, have 2.5 kids, etc. Ingrid checked all of the boxes but still felt unhappy.She knew there was more and knew the only way to get to the more was to talk to somebody. She has no shade on therapy, but she didn't think it was for her. What she needed was a coach on a professional and a personal level.Learning to Say NOWhen Ingrid started to say NO, most people around her were taken aback. The process was difficult, but she had to wean herself off it. After a while, she stopped getting as many phone calls and realized people mostly ask for her help because she makes it easy for them.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:What made Ingrid decide to push through with the program?Ingrid shares the commonalities she sees with other women in the group.What was happening before Ingrid started saying NO?Ingrid’s definition of self-care back then to now.A piece of advice for women caught up in being needed and saving people.What habits did Ingrid implement that made the most significant difference in where she is today?How To Stay Connected with Ingrid JonesCheck out Ingrid’s social profiles below.Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridgreenjones/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Crystle Johnson and I talk about the power of taking breaks.Crystle Johnson is a data-driven, organizational architect who leverages equitable process design to create spaces where underestimated talent can grow and thrive. Going beyond traditional, superficial means, she is laser-focused on building relationships across diverse communities, intentional career pathing, sponsorship, and removing barriers in everyday processes.She founded The DEI Coach to create a safe space for black women who serve as DEI professionals, as she understands firsthand what it means to DO and BE the work. It leads to stress, burnout, and the loss of YOU. So, she is creating curated spaces where black women can show up authentically, cultivate community, and thrive through self-care and rest.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Need to Change and do Something DifferentOne thing that pushed Crystle to do something different was being raggedy. Most people see her as someone who has it all together and has all the answers, but behind the curtain, it was raggedy, stuff was everywhere and it was not good.For Crystle, perfection was real. It was possible, and it was just something everybody chased. Coming into coaching, she didn't have the self-awareness she needed for coaching, until her leader referred me and gave me a call right away.The Thing Crystle Felt She was Called Out onOver the years, Crystle had taken the messages she received from her parents about being perfect and working hard, but it seemed no matter how hard she worked, she was not having a lot.She ended up working hard and working herself into the ground so much I called her out because she felt like she didn't have enough and was not going to have enough, and she felt she was going to lose everything she had. That was the driving force behind why she was so raggedy and behind, why she just kept trying to chase perfection, do everything and reach everyone's expectations, whatever they were, even if they were unrealistic.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:How Crystle’s change affected the way she showed up at work?What was Crystle’s biggest AHA moment?How did Crystle’s transformation change how other women are showing up?Crystle’s thoughts about the power of self-care when it comes to friends and what we are responsible for.Crystle’s insight into the layering process required for&nbsp; freedom.What did Crystle think imposter syndrome was in the beginning?She also discussed the power of a group of women.Lastly, Crystle talked about setting boundaries and taking breaks.How To Stay Connected with Crystle JohnsonCheck out Crystle’s social media profiles below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedeicoach/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Kathy Wright and I talk about how she was able to shift from surviving to thriving.Kathy Wright is a highly skilled Coach, Consultant, Speaker and the founder of She Believed She Could, LLC. She specializes in Organization Transformation as well as individual Life Coaching. Additionally, Kathy is a certified NFT Developer helping organizations and others create, and deploy NFTs.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsA Journey to Self DiscoveryKathy's search for change started when she was in a space where she felt confused and scared. For the first time in her entire career, she wasn't able to give concrete answers and solutions to the community she serves.Being at that point in her life she prayed and asked God to give her signs.&nbsp;At some point, she was watching one of her friends who was thriving despite the chaos the world is facing. Kathy asked her friend and told her she got a coach. Just after that conversation, Kathy gave me a call and that's when everything changed.Confronting Your Fears to Re-Discover YourselfDuring our call, I told Kathy that she was the most misplaced woman I have ever met in my life. She's like, “But I'm really good at my job and really happy about it.”Then, I gave her a number she should be making and asked me if that was a real number. At that moment she realized she should dig deep and own the fact that she could do much more. That moment led her to confront her fears and re-discovering herself.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:How being honest with yourself leads you one step closer to being happy.How confronting discomfort helps you grow.Being authentic is key to success.Vulnerability is an essential ingredient to success.Redefining what happiness means.How To Stay Connected with Kathy WrightCheck out Kathy’s social profiles below.Website: https://she-believed-she-could-llc.business.site

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Thuli Selepe and I talk about the power of forgiveness.Thuli Selepe was born and raised in South Africa. She spent most of her time in Soweto, one of the most prominent township locations with diverse cultural backgrounds and notable historic events, such as the June 16th uprising.Thuli relocated to the U.S as a part of her work assignment, and is operating within the HR space of a multinational company. Besides her professional title of an absolute rockstar, Thuli is a mother, daughter, grandmother, and sister.She is family-oriented, passionate about life, traveling, impacting those around her, and, in general, spreading her love and light. Thuli's greatest virtues are her kindness and strong belief in imparting knowledge on others.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsDeciding to do Something DifferentSeeing she was loosing herself was one of the things that drove Thuli to seek support in terms of coaching.She said, “Sometimes in life, we can be in a situation that may shake our core foundation and end up losing who we are as an individual. Due to that, we may start developing other patterns or habits that would allow us to start doubting ourselves, or negative internal dialogues within ourselves”. This was one area Thuli knew she needed to start working on, which pushed her to be coached.Doubting our CapabilitiesThuli mentioned that sometimes women really aspire to take leadership positions, but when we are faced with a lot of pressure and not understanding how to navigate some of those political dynamics within the organization. As well as how to make your voice heard in those spaces, it becomes difficult for you to be able to sustain yourself in that particular environment.She continued on to say, “I think, also one other thing that we tend to struggle with, I would say myself as well, is that as women, we tend to want to be validated. We have the belief that in order for us to be seen, we have to prove ourselves to show that.” "I deserve to be in this particular role, and that's how we want to earn that respect."“When we don't get that validation and that respect, we tend to doubt our capability.”Other Topics We Covered on the Show:What are one or two things Thuli did that made the biggest shift in her life?The things Thuli learned throughout her journey about what she used to say vs. what she says now.Thuli shared how forgiving changed her quality of life.How Thuli was able to let go of the spirit of offense and make a connection to seek more ways to feel good?Her change in just three months. Where Thuli is now and how she sees other people responding in the world.Thuli’s message to women out there.

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Kelley and I talk about how to live a great life after 60.Kelly Sexton is a nationally recognized leader, keynote speaker, and mentor. She helps to foster a culture of progress and not perfection. Be better today than you were yesterday by continuing to move forward.Kelly believes it’s never too late for anyone to live their best life. You can start at any point along the way. After being married four times, Kelly finally learned the love she was seeking was for herself. She invested considerable time and money into personal development and learned to embrace her spiritual side.At 62, she is finally living the life she had always envisioned for herself. She has written for a national trade magazine and spoken at numerous conferences around the country. Kelly was also recently featured in the documentary The Miracle Morning about Hal Elrod.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsIt’s Never too Late to Live a Life You DesireFor Kelley, the reason why it's important for women to know it's not too late to live the life they desire is because we're only given one day, and that's today.Kelley's question is, what are you waiting for? You have today.Years ago, Kelley read the book titled The Four Agreements, which she modified into five. The first one she says is, "Be better today than I was yesterday", so therefore she's the best she can be. The others as follows: "Be impeccable with your words", "Don't take things personally", "Don't make assumptions" and go forward from there.The Catalyst &amp; the Desire for ChangeKelley and I met during the darkest time of her life. She saw me over some media platform to sign up for group session. However, the event was canceled due to some sickness I had and graciously offered her a one-on-one session.After that, it took her several months to push through the program. Her catalyst for change was seeing a specific pattern in her life too many times.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Kelley shares how it was to break through the pattern and finally do things for herself.What was one of the processes in the program that made such a massive shift for Kelley?Life after Kelley did the forgiveness process.How do people in Kelley’s environment start to gravitate toward her peace?How did the definition of happiness change for Kelley?Kelley’s RV life.The results Kelley got after she got the joy.How To Stay Connected with Kelley SextonCheck out Kelley’s social profiles below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleysexton

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Lauren Hawekotte and I talk about how to feel better as a busy mom.Lauren Hawekotte is a certified financial planner and founder of Plan Well Be Well, she has a deep passion for financial literacy and believes that creating financial wellness is a critical component to overall wellness, which provides a foundation for you to shape your future and be well.This passion for helping people become empowered to shape their future coupled with her own experience of divorce inspired Lauren to co-found The Graceful Exit which is an online platform for women considering, or going through a divorce with the goal of educating, empowering, and supporting women as they navigate the process.Lauren is also the co-host of the podcast Life Rebalance, where she focuses on providing resources for creating wholeness and wellness to other highly driven women who are also in pursuit of continued personal and professional growth. Together they navigate the constant rebalancing of priorities and focus that is required to reach your goals without sacrificing your quality of life.All she does is centered around a singular purpose—to provide women with the practical tools and resources they need to create their intended life and to truly be well.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsGetting out of Alignment for ChangeFor Lauren to get out of alignment, she instead makes herself happy rather than making other people happy. As a working mom with young children, she realizes that self-care is the last thing on the priority list. And at the end of the day when you always focus on others, it's hard to try to refill your own tank while you're running on empty.Lauren learned that the reverse is what should be true. You have to shift your mindset to allow more and more demands of your time by other people to take the driver's seat of your life. And if you are not consciously aware and making an effort not to do that, it is going to happen.The Shift into the Positive VoiceThe thing that Lauren did to consciously shift into that positive self-talk was becoming aware of that negative voice and recognizing that she isn't the person that voice used to describe. And to maintain a positive state, she constantly fills her mind with uplifting thoughts.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Getting to know Lauren.The dichotomy of happiness.A moment when Lauren flips her light bulb on.Lauren’s thought behind the phrase “Everybody is doing the best they can”.Things women can do today that could give them a shift in their life.How To Stay Connected with Lauren HawekotteCheck out Lauren’s social profiles below.Websites:https://planwellbewell.comhttps://planwellbewell.comInstagram Handles:planwellbewellthe.graceful.exitlife_rebalanced

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Ashley and I talk about office politics and getting the life that you deserve.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Challenge &amp; Deciding to do Something DifferentBefore our paths crossed, Ashley was at a point where she feels frustrated with her career, the environment she was in, and the walls she was running into. In short, she wasn't happy.She was also angry to the point where she could pinpoint and finger point to who was preventing her success. She wakes up every morning and all she does is fight. Seeing where she's at, made her realize that she needs to change.How Breathing Exercise Helped Control AngerWhen Ashley became aware of her anger triggers, she started practicing breathing exercises during meetings by herself or with a group. When she does that, he notices that people began to respond and react to her differently.Breathing has helped her to step back and listen for what is there and not for what she expected it to be. At the end of the day, she was not exhausted. And she wanted more of those days.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:Some of the behavior that Ashley has to acknowledge.The meaning behind “having a hard look in the mirror”.How Ashley’s new state of being changed the quality of her life.Why does anger stop people from building relationships?Ashley’s advice for women who suffers the fate as she does.

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Chrystin McLelland and I talk about how she was able to take credit for her work.Chrystin McLelland is a military leader, a rockstar, and an international speaker. She's spoken on stages with industry personnel in the oil industry, all around the world.She's a Sumi-e artist and she's also a volunteer art teacher in her community where they don't have any art programs where it is absolutely necessary.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsThe Challenges Chrystin ExperiencedBefore Chrystin Started working with me, she had experienced some challenges. One of those challenges is letting other people tell her what success should look like, which is more about helping his boss and other people look good so they can achieve their goals.She then realized that doing such doesn't make her happy. Because she would end up standing in the crowd, watching somebody be acknowledged for the work that she has done. This was very demoralizing for Chrystin, thinking that she would always be that person in the background.The Point of the ShiftChrystin's point of shift started when she attended the women's leadership conference at which I'm one of the speakers. She met me there and thought that I went some really great stuff.She felt inspired and joined a group of women from the conference. Then, sharted working with me and talked about the challenges we were facing. Such as not asking for things that you want, not living up to your full potential, and letting other people tell us that this is what your success should look like.During the sessions, Chrystin realized that she doesn't want to live working for other people's success and just always be in the background. Then, comes real change.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:The point of not asking and just always giving.The reality of doing more for other people.Busy women are busy doing so many things, but not the right things.The process of showing up differently and having 7 job offers.How Chrystin's change affected her household.How To Stay Connected with Chrystin McLellandCheck out Chrystin’s social profiles below.LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrystinmclelland/

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Mitchelle Pierre-Poinsette and I talk about getting promoted by unlocking your executive presence.Mitchelle Pierre-Poinsette has spent 15+ years advising health plans and a range of health care professionals on strategies to improve health outcomes while developing infrastructure to comply with applicable laws. She is detailed and research-oriented with a gift for simplifying complex issues for senior leadership to understand and make informed decisions. In her current role, Mitchelle leads the legal and compliance functions at a technology-enabled oncology care management startup. Mitchelle holds a JD from Rutgers School of Law, an MPA in Health Policy from NYU, and a BA from Drew University.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsDifficulty Showing AuthenticityFor Mitchelle being professional has been part of her life. Because as a person of color, she wants to make sure that people would take her seriously. That kind of mentality didn't give her permission to experience the joy that she sees in her colleagues.She realized that it was her fault for thinking that if she showed up as herself and were authentic it wouldn't be enough. She knew that authenticity has become a big cliche these days, people talk about showing up authentic. But she doesn't know if people really understand what that means.A Thing that Mitchelle Needs to AcceptWhen we first started Mitchelle was clueless. She thought I was going to tell her to figure out how to get her out of her job. And I’m like, no, let's try to be happy where you are.She’s not sure how this is going to work out, but it eventually turned out well. She now feels that her future is definitely bright and the different perspective she now has will serve her better.She says, “It doesn't have to be that hard and it doesn't always have to be painful”. And that's what she needed to accept. It's living a life of joy as opposed to feeling like she needed to live a life of pain.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:From being an angry person to being someone who now enjoys joy.How did Mitchelle ask for a promotion?Working smarter and following what brings her joy.The magic of being around other powerful women.How does an inauthentic person teach you about authenticity?Stronger through life experiences.Being willing to open yourself up.&nbsp;How To Stay Connected with Mitchelle Pierre-PoinsetteCheck out Mitchelle’s social profiles below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelle-p-3a8bb013/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

Hey there! This is Christy Rutherford, your host for Why She’s Winning. Today, Mitchelle Pierre-Poinsette and I talk about getting promoted by unlocking your executive presence.Mitchelle Pierre-Poinsette has spent 15+ years advising health plans and a range of health care professionals on strategies to improve health outcomes while developing infrastructure to comply with applicable laws. She is detailed and research-oriented with a gift for simplifying complex issues for senior leadership to understand and make informed decisions. In her current role, Mitchelle leads the legal and compliance functions at a technology-enabled oncology care management startup. Mitchelle holds a JD from Rutgers School of Law, an MPA in Health Policy from NYU, and a BA from Drew University.Join in and listen to get the core fundamental essentials for your business growth and success!Here’s Just a Taste of This Episode’s Talking PointsMitchelle’s Challenges That Made Her Reach Out &amp; ChangeAt first thought, Mitchelle’s wanted to get help with advancing her career as an in-house lawyer.But after our first conversation, she walked away thinking she might need a little bit more help. Cause I had her thinking about some internal work that she needed to do.She realized that it wasn't just executive presence, which she thought was what she needed to advance. She actually needed to do some internal work within her, which in turn would allow her to show up differently for those opportunities that would unfold on their own, as opposed to chasing after something.What Mitchelle Thought Executive Presence Was &amp; It To BeInitially, Mitchelle thought it was showing up to meetings prepared to put on a show. To put on a show in a way that appealed to the individuals that were at the table. She thought she needed to know how to show up in a way where she can be seen and viewed as an effective leader and not an angry black woman.But after the work we’ve done so far, she realizes that It's really not about how she shows up, but how she determines her worth. Before she was allowing others to determine her own worth as opposed to her knowing her worth and just showing up as a person that needs to be valued.Other Topics We Covered on the Show:A light bulb moment for Mitchelle realizing that it was her internal issues that were hindering her to thrive in life.What happened to Mitchelle’s childhood?The difference in Mitchelle’s personal quality of life and how that's changed.Benefits of moving and being happy.Mitchelle as a cancer survivor and the story behind that.Mitchelle also shared three things on how to be able to get to the other side of your joy.How To Stay Connected with Mitchelle Pierre-PoinsetteCheck out Mitchelle’s social profiles below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelle-p-3a8bb013/Text "CHANGENOW" to 66866 for Christy’s free 15-minute video insight on leaving a bad job and potentially getting a 30% pay increase this yearFree Video: How to Leave a Bad Job and Get a 30% Salary Increase - https://www.ChangeNowWithChristy.comMentorship Community - <a...

Do you compare yourself to other people? Think you need what other people have before you can live in the fullness of your destiny? If you let other people talk you out of living your dreams, you need to listen to this episode.

He said, "When purpose is unknown, abuse is inevitable." Are you looking to be promoted within your organization, but keep getting overlooked? Are you miserable in a job, but you refuse to leave because you've built your lifestyle around your income? Listen up!

In this episode, Christy shares insight about the difference between doing your job and doing what you were CALLED to do. Your destiny. A lot of people don't answer the call to pursue their purpose and destiny. You should.... Listen here.

Don't say anything and for heaven's sake, don't BE anything. People only talk about those taking risks and going after their dreams. You choose whether or not THEY will stop you.

When you respond to small-minded people, you lose your power. Keep your energy and your power to pursue your destiny. You deserve it!

If you live by the approval of people, you will die by their rejection. They NEVER stop talking! When you are in a dark place, learn how to love yourself and not be swayed by the opinions of small-minded people.

As the multitude wants people to "remove the stigma of mental health" and want people to confess to being depressed, bipolar, and have ADD, this is a label that highly successful women are willing to carry. Not gonna happen! BUT! They need the most help. Check out this insight.

In part 2 of the series - Silent Screams and Suffocating Effects of Stress, Christy shares how to get through hard times and do something different to change your life. Check out this insight!

Part 1 - Is your success suffocating you, Christy shares insight that you can't change unless you're willing to admit there's something wrong. Listen up!