When Your Business Evolves Faster Than Your Voice

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Samantha Skelly for a deeply honest conversation about identity, presence, and what it really means to lead from your highest self. We talk about releasing performative success, why boredom in business can actually be a sign of regulation and alignment, and how creative play outside of your work can unlock your next level of clarity and fulfillment. I share my philosophy on identity-based messaging, why serving a former version of yourself can cap your growth, and how speaking to the highest version of your client creates cleaner energy, stronger resonance, and more aligned opportunities. We also explore embodiment, aspiration-based messaging, and the simple but powerful practice I return to daily: be her now. This episode is for the woman who feels herself evolving, who’s ready to stop shrinking or over-explaining, and who wants her business, message, and life to finally feel as aligned as the woman she’s becoming. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Exciting Announcement: First In-Person Retreat 01:30 Welcome to Woman of Influence 02:31 Deep Dive: Authenticity and Shedding Old Beliefs 06:56 Creative Outlets and Personal Growth 13:47 The Importance of Identity Recalibration 19:13 Future-Focused Messaging and Authenticity 23:06 Embodying Your Chosen Identity 23:38 Understanding Your Ideal Client 25:52 The Power of Aspirational Messaging 32:10 The Importance of Embodiment 37:02 Effortless Speaking and Success 41:01 Conclusion and Resources QUOTABLES: “  A brand is just the perception of whatever messaging. Whether it's Audio, visual, static, digital. Whatever kind of message that you are putting out there. And as long as it's corralled mostly to where people want it to be, then like, we're good to go. But most of the time it's not corralled.” - Julie Solomon  “   I don't subscribe to pain based marketing. Like whenever people do that and I get an email like that, I'm like, get outta here. Like that's literally how I feel. I'm like, Ugh. But then when I get someone's email and it's aspirational and it's helping me see a future version of myself, I get this like a aliveness and this like champagne bubbly feeling in my body. I'm like, whatever that is, I'm so in.” - Samantha Skelly GUEST RESOURCES: Listen to Samantha’s Podcast “Can't Be Contained” RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you’ve felt your voice no longer matches the woman you’ve become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only. Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [TURN “WHAT IF” INTO “WHY NOT”] That business idea you’ve been sitting on? Shopify makes it real—get started now for only $1/month. [DISCOVER THE HYPE] The Fits Everybody collection is worth it. Shop now!    [MAKE TIME FOR GROWTH] Lessons fit into even the busiest schedules. Join today with 15% off!

In this solo episode, I explore a powerful shift that’s been reshaping my life and leadership: moving from owning my blessings to truly stewarding them. I share how a simple but confronting truth—“It’s not good stewardship to complain about what God has already given you”—led me to reevaluate the way I was approaching my marriage, business, faith, and daily peace. Through honest reflections on success, comparison, and control, I walk you through the difference between routine and practice, ownership and stewardship, and why happiness isn’t something we chase—it’s something we notice. I also share the daily gratitude rituals and spiritual practices that have grounded me in presence, softened my ambition, and brought peace back into my home, my work, and my identity. If you're ready to release pressure, reconnect to what’s already here, and lead from a deeper place of trust, this episode will feel like coming home. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  02:19 The Power of Gratitude 05:15 From Routine to Practice 07:46 Recalibrating Life and Business 10:40 The Shift from Ownership to Stewardship 14:09 Daily Practices for Gratitude 18:04 Invitation to Unscripted Retreat 18:44 Stay Connected and Subscribe QUOTABLES: “ My marriage, my family, my business, my home, even the freedom I have to sit here and speak with you like this. At one point in my life, every single one of those things was something I prayed for, and now they're part of my everyday reality. But somewhere along the way, I stopped treating them like miracles, and I started treating them like they were something that needed maintenance. And that's where the gratitude gap begins.” - Julie Solomon  “  There are three things that will steal your gratitude faster than anything else. Money, property, and prestige. When you put yourself in the driver's seat of those three. When you start idolizing your money, your property, or your prestige, things start to get shaky. Because that's when you start thinking you are the source of it all instead of the steward.” - Julie Solomon RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you’ve felt your voice no longer matches the woman you’ve become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only. Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [READY TO SELL SOMETHING?] Shopify takes care of the logistics so you can focus on what you do best. Set up shop today for just $1/month! [YOUR BASICS, UPGRADED] Fits Everybody makes everyday essentials extraordinary. Find your favorites![FIND YOUR NEXT MENTOR] From writers to CEOs, they’re all here. Save 15%!

In this week’s episode, I am opening up about the surprising fear that can surface when everything you prayed for finally arrives — the clients, the clarity, the calm — and how your nervous system often needs time to catch up to your blessings. I share my personal shift from owning my business to stewarding it, and how that single mindset change has rewritten my entire relationship with work, worthiness, and leadership. We explore why striving creates ceilings, why stewardship creates capacity, and how to lead from your highest identity instead of your hustling self. Through personal stories, client breakthroughs, spiritual lessons, and practical tools like “the pause,” outreach calls, and my weekly Highest Self Filter, I will walk you through the inner recalibration required to hold more without hustling more. This is an episode for the woman who feels change rising inside her, who knows she's outgrown her old way of working, and who’s ready to lead with clarity, peace, and faith instead of pressure. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Exciting Announcement: First In-Person Retreat 01:30 Welcome to Woman of Influence 02:19 Navigating Success and Stewardship 04:14 From Striving to Stewardship 05:21 Client Story: Overcoming Over-Functioning 06:58 The Power of Pausing and Faith 08:09 Filtering Through Your Highest Self 09:20 Simplifying Through Stewardship 10:56 Invitation to Unscripted Retreat 11:48 Final Thoughts and How to Stay Connected QUOTABLES: “ Healing doesn't happen in the breakthrough. It happens in the practice.” - Julie Solomon  “ There was a time when I wore busyness, like a badge of honor. My working self was addicted to being useful. She said yes to everything because she believed saying no would make her irrelevant. Every yes was just proof that she could handle it. Every late night email was this quiet audition for worthiness, but worthiness doesn't live in overdrive. It lives in peace, and peace doesn't prove. It just is when you allow it to come in.” - Julie Solomon RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you’ve felt your voice no longer matches the woman you’ve become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only.Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [NO TECH? NO PROBLEM.] Shopify’s drag-and-drop templates, AI tools, and built-in support make launching a business easier than ever. Start selling for just $1/month. [COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE] Discover the collection redefining underwear. Get yours here.  [TURN LEARNING INTO ACTION] Apply insights from the world’s best right away. Start your membership today and get 15% off.

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Joy Shaw for a powerful and heart-opening conversation about calling, courage, and trusting the path God lays in front of you. Joy shares her incredible journey of walking away from what was familiar, stepping into the unknown, and learning to follow divine direction even when it didn’t make logical sense. This episode is an invitation to trust that you are being guided, supported, and prepared for exactly what you’re meant to do. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:49 A Deep Friendship and Shared Journey 01:27 Defining a Woman of Influence 03:14 Embracing the Shadow 04:07 The Medicine is in the Stay 07:44 Introducing the Growth Collective 09:27 Facing Fear and Staying Present 20:11 Patterns of Codependency and Narcissism 25:57 The Struggle with Receiving Help 26:33 The Stroke and Its Impact 26:46 Learning to Ask for Help 28:49 Challenges in the Healing Space 30:13 Ethics and Integrity in Plant Medicine 32:30 Personal Identity and Healing 34:09 The Importance of Self-Love 36:31 Collective Healing and Evolution 43:06 Embracing an Untethered Life 45:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts QUOTABLES: “  I used to have this victim narrative around being around feeling taken advantage of. But there was a victimhood to that because if I believed that I was being taken advantage of, I could then be resentful to be taken advantage of, which would then just perpetuate the narrative of, well, Julie just has to do it herself. No one's gonna show up for her. She's just gotta do it. Which would then keep me in the driver's seat and in control, which would continue to perpetuate that narrative.” - Julie Solomon  “  Our minds are wired for survival, and if you have trauma, they're doubly wired for survival, right? Because you had to make it through a really unsafe environment that you were growing up in, or some event that happened that you had to survive. And so your mind is almost more programmed to keep you alive and to be hypervigilant. I work with a lot of people with PTSD and so we're deprogramming a lot of that and, and we're having to build safety and trust with it. And the other thing that we have to do is we have to befriend this part of us.” - Joy Shaw GUEST RESOURCES: Website: https://www.joyshaw.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/alchemizewithjoy RESOURCES: ✨ Unscripted: My First In-Person Retreat in 2+ Years — Now Accepting Applications If you’ve felt your voice no longer matches the woman you’ve become, this intimate 2-day retreat in Nashville (Feb 5–6, 2026) is for you. Unscripted is where your message, identity, and leadership come back into alignment—without pressure, performance, or shrinking. Spots are limited and application-only. Apply now at juliesolomon.net/unscripted. 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [YOUR BASICS, UPGRADED] Fits Everybody makes everyday essentials extraordinary. Find your favorites! [LEVEL UP YOUR LIFE] Build skills in business, creativity, and more. Save 15% today!  [BUILD YOUR DREAM BUSINESS] What if you didn’t have to figure it all out alone? Shopify gives you everything you need—from storefront design to marketing tools—to launch your business for just $1/month. Get started here.

In this episode, I sit down with Fiona Walsh for a powerful conversation about healing the nervous system, releasing old protective patterns, and stepping into your next-level identity with clarity and confidence. Fiona shares how emotional imprints from childhood and past experiences shape the way we lead, create, and communicate — and how somatic work can dissolve fear, overthinking, and self-sabotage at the root. If you’re ready to feel more regulated, more expressed, and more aligned with the woman you’re becoming, this episode will speak directly to your soul. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Welcome to Woman of Influence 00:49 Defining Influence and Frequency 02:03 The Power of Frequency and Freedom 03:19 Unlocking Your True Potential 08:27 Introducing the Growth Collective 10:12 Overcoming Money Blocks 16:27 The Importance of Somatic Work 23:12 Trust and Self-Belief for High Achievers 27:25 Understanding Manifestation and Identity Work 27:50 Navigating the Void: Overcoming Fear and Taking Action 28:43 Manifesting with a Regulated Nervous System 29:09 The Impact of Nervous System on Business Manifestation 29:41 Embracing Your Future Self and Dream Clients 30:03 The Power of Awareness and Acknowledgment 30:22 The Importance of Embodiment in Manifestation 31:17 Celebrating Milestones and Personal Growth 32:01 Transformative Coaching and Messaging 34:44 The Mirror Messaging Framework 36:12 The Role of Coaches and Mentors 39:02 Balancing Personal and Professional Life 46:39 The Importance of Nervous System Capacity 49:37 The Sum of All Parts: Mind, Body, and Spirit 50:14 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More QUOTABLES: “  If your nervous system isn't regulated, if you don't actually truly believe that you are ready and willing and worthy of what you say that you want in the most abundance of it all, you're not gonna receive that. In fact, you're gonna keep receiving all the things that you no longer want.” - Julie Solomon  “  I don't believe anyone ever forgot who they were. It's just that they got blocked along the way by lots of things that life threw at them. And when you start to resolve these blocks in your nervous system, in your body. Your own frequency, which is freedom. People would say, it feels like peace.” - Fiona Walsh GUEST RESOURCES: IG: https://www.instagram.com/fionawalshcoaching/?hl=en Website: http://www.fionawalsh.co/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/limitless-unlocking-your-true-potential/id1769697041 https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fs0n2iuZbmESPjP2GI3Br?si=43d72aba197b4f6f YouTube: https://youtube.com/@limitlesspodcastfionawalsh?si=Ts6QIAh1cRYYwaLi RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [YOUR BASICS, UPGRADED] Fits Everybody makes everyday essentials extraordinary. Find your favorites! [LEARN FROM THE BEST] Access over 200+ classes taught by icons. Get 15% off!  [LEVEL UP YOUR LIFE] Build skills in business, creativity, and more. Save 15% today!  [BUILD YOUR DREAM BUSINESS] What if you didn’t have to figure it all out alone? Shopify gives you everything you need—from storefront design to marketing tools—to launch your business for just $1/month. Get started here.

In this powerful conversation, I’m joined once again by my friend and speaking coach, Colin Boyd, to celebrate the release of his brand new book One Presentation Away: Become an Irresistible Speaker and Convert More Clients. We unpack what it really means to craft a conversion story—the kind of story that doesn’t just inspire but actually moves your audience to take action.  Colin shares his proven frameworks for designing presentations that sell, shifting from “information mode” to “decision mode,” and reframing the fear of selling into an act of service. Whether you’re speaking on stage, hosting a webinar, or leading a conversation online, this episode will help you master the art of influence and become the kind of communicator who changes lives—one presentation at a time. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Welcome to Woman of Influence 00:49 Introducing Colin and His New Book 02:29 The Concept of Conversion Stories 06:17 The Structure of a Great Presentation 07:00 Special Offer: Join the Growth Collective 08:44 Crafting Your Conversion Story 15:13 Shifting from Information to Decision Mode 21:03 Motivational Content and Case Studies 22:37 The Frustration of Inaction 23:24 The Power of Reframing 24:53 Understanding and Embracing Selling 27:01 Creating Impact Through Commitment 29:57 Strategies for Effective Webinars 34:47 Achieving Six-Figure Presentations 40:08 Conclusion and Next Steps QUOTABLES: “ Sometimes just simply meeting them where they are and providing something that allows them to make a commitment to their next step is the key that can unlock so much.” - Julie Solomon  “   I don't tell the whole story of my entire business journey. I don't talk about where I went to university. I don't talk about when I got married. I don't go through how many kids I have. I don't go through all the different trainings that I did and certifications and the fact that I'm a CSP speaker and because all of that stuff is just, not really relevant. And so what you have to do is you have to find the story that is most relevant to the vehicle that you help people with.” - Colin Boyd GUEST RESOURCES: Get Colin’s Book One Presentation Away IG: https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd/ website: https://conversionstoryformula.com/ RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE] Discover the collection redefining underwear. Shop Fits Everybody![LEARN FROM THE BEST] Access over 200+ classes taught by icons. Get 15% off!  [READY WHEN YOU ARE] The easiest way to launch and grow your business is here. Start with Shopify for just $1/month.

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Christina Galbato—entrepreneur, creator, and host of She’s WELLthy—for an honest and deeply personal conversation about growth, spirituality, and the courage it takes to start over. Christina opens up about walking away from her multi-million dollar online education business to rediscover who she truly is beyond her success and public identity. She shares how hitting rock bottom became the beginning of a profound spiritual awakening that transformed every part of her life—her work, friendships, and sense of peace. We talk about the messy middle of transformation, the beauty of letting go, and what it means to build a life that’s rooted in alignment rather than achievement. Christina also shares the practices that helped her rebuild—like meditation, surrender, and faith—and how she’s now leading with purpose, authenticity, and presence. If you’ve ever felt called to burn it all down and begin again, this episode will remind you that peace, power, and possibility are always waiting on the other side. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Welcome to Woman of Influence 00:49 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:49 Christina's Journey: From Travel Blogger to Online Course Creator 02:42 Burning Down to Rebuild: Finding Alignment 03:32 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Transformation 11:07 Kundalini Awakening in Bali 16:52 Integration and New Perspectives 21:18 Creating Space for New Beginnings 22:08 The Role of Energetic Matching 22:47 Shifting Focus: From Strategy to Mindset 24:08 Courage to Change and Community Support 26:59 The Connected Table: Building Community 29:44 Reinventing Through Podcasting 31:46 Embracing Singlehood and Personal Growth 34:43 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Influence QUOTABLES: “ One of my biggest intentions with  the rebrand of my podcast, was that I was starting to feel very bored and very itchy with the complacency of what I was doing, and I knew that the gift of that was showing me that it was time to just expand and just express in a new way.” - Julie Solomon  “   I've realized for a lot of my life experiencing addiction and, and recovery and now all these different spiritual things is that I spend a lot of my life and most people spend their lives trying to live outside in. Painting the picture of their life to be perfect and surrounding themselves with people that make them look good or earning a certain amount of money, and just hoping that those external things will soak in and make them happy when really it's about making your internal world aligned, calm, present joy within yourself, so that no matter what happens outside of you, you still remain in that state.” - Christina Galbato GUEST RESOURCES: IG: www.instagram.com/christinagalbato website: www.christinagalbato.com RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [MAKE THE SWITCH] Intimates that actually fit and flatter are just a click away. Explore Fits Everybody! [TRANSFORM HOW YOU THINK] MasterClass is your shortcut to expert wisdom. Join today and save 15%!. [TURN PASSION INTO PROFIT] Whether it’s crafts, coaching, or clothing, Shopify helps you build a business you love. Try it now for $1/month.

In this episode, I sit down with one of my dearest friends, Alyshia Ochse—an actress, writer, and host of That One Audition—for a deeply honest conversation about creativity, evolution, and what it means to live fully expressed. Alyshia and I go way back, and this conversation feels like sitting down with a sister to unpack the beautiful, messy process of growth. We talk about the “itchy” seasons that come before transformation, how success evolves with age and awareness, and the power of embracing stillness instead of forcing clarity. Alyshia shares how she’s learning to define success on her own terms, welcome the valleys with grace, and release patterns of people-pleasing to make room for deeper, more authentic relationships. Together, we explore what it means to lead with self-trust, accept change, and allow yourself to be fully seen—both in life and art. This episode is an invitation to embrace your next chapter with courage, curiosity, and compassion. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:49 A Heartfelt Reunion 01:56 Reflecting on Growth and Evolution 04:27 Navigating Creative Itch and Boredom 09:56 Defining Success and Embracing Valleys 20:48 The Power of Vulnerability in Creativity 25:11 Embracing Emotional Awareness 25:54 Practicing Delayed Responses 26:23 Learning Self-Care and Boundaries 28:08 Navigating Grief and Loss 34:11 The Role of Parental Relationships 39:19 Recovery and Self-Validation 45:09 Redefining Friendships and Influence 51:08 Conclusion and Gratitude QUOTABLES: “ I've had conversations with other women about this idea of like when you grow and evolve it's, a little bit of spiritual sandpaper if you will. And, and when you kind of catch yourself trying to sand the edges of your decision making process, your soul, what you're okay with, what you're not okay with, to kind of fit something that no longer fits, then how do you give yourself the permission to accept that? Because a lot of people want to avoid that because it is grief. It is loss. It is you coming to terms and being honest with the fact that, oh, maybe I'm not supposed to be in a relationship with this person anymore. Maybe I'm not supposed to be friends with this person anymore. Maybe I'm not supposed to work with this person anymore.” - Julie Solomon  “  There's a deepening to my relationships, not only with my work, but with people, places and things, is just really learning how to show more of myself. It's really ironic to be in this profession where I'm seen, but I was hiding from being seen for so long, and I feel like I'm just starting to awaken.” - Alyshia Ochse GUEST RESOURCES: IG: @alyshiaochse website: www.alyshiaochse.com business: www.thebridgeforactors.com RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [START FEELING THE DIFFERENCE] Experience the softness and support of Fits Everybody. Shop now! [BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE] Practical advice and emotional boosts come standard. Start MasterClass now and get 15% off! [THE ULTIMATE STARTUP HACK] Why reinvent the wheel? Shopify gives you everything you need to sell smarter—for only $1/month.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my dear friend, Derek Warburton, for an intimate conversation about identity, community, healing, and light. Derek—an acclaimed media personality, fashion icon, and founder of Gurus Magazine—opens up about his journey from childhood adversity to building a life rooted in compassion, authenticity, and purpose. We talk about what it means to lead with heart, cultivate true friendships, and create lasting impact through service and connection. Derek shares raw insights on overcoming pain, embracing self-love, and finding strength in vulnerability. He also opens up about his friendship with Anne Heche, what her legacy taught him about grace and courage, and why being “the only,” not the best, is the key to true influence. This episode is a testament to the power of light—how it can emerge from even the darkest moments—and a reminder that community, authenticity, and love are what truly sustain us. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  01:48 Introducing Derek Warburton 02:54 Derek's Journey: Overcoming Adversity 07:13 The Power of Femininity and Community 12:18 The Importance of Self-Love and Healing 20:19 Building Lasting Relationships 26:18 The Importance of Showing Up for Friends 27:14 Building a Community as a CEO 28:32 Carving Out Time for Community Development 29:15 The Power of Offering Help 29:55 Navigating Hollywood and Having an Offer 30:43 The Value of Honest Friendships 32:58 Surrounding Yourself with Diverse People 33:51 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth 37:07 The Legacy of Anne Heche 47:59 The Importance of Community and Self-Worth QUOTABLES: “  I was never like anyone else. And every time I tried, I just epicly failed. Just Epically failed. I just never fit in. And then I made a discovery.  I don't want to, I don't wanna be like them.” - Derek Warburton  “ When I went to therapy, they said to me, how is it that you're dealing with, there's a lot here. How do you unpack this? And I said. One box at a time because when you are trying to deal with every single thing that's wrong in your life, it's so overwhelming and that's why half this country's on medication. You can't possibly do that. That's impossible. It's overwhelming.” - Derek Warburton GUEST RESOURCES: ⁠Derek Warburton⁠ RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue ⁠And you can try it today—for just $1⁠. [ORDER] my book or Audible,⁠ Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable⁠ so you can leverage the power of your own influence. ⁠Follow Julie on Instagram!⁠ MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [ELEVATE YOUR EVERYDAY] Your new favorite bras and underwear are here. ⁠Discover the Fits Everybody collection⁠. [GAIN A NEW PERSPECTIVE] Learn life-changing insights you won’t find anywhere else. ⁠Get 15% off⁠.   [EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE] Design, market, and sell with Shopify’s all-in-one platform.⁠ Get started now for just $1/month⁠.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my dear friend, Derek Warburton, for an intimate conversation about identity, community, healing, and light. Derek—an acclaimed media personality, fashion icon, and founder of Gurus Magazine—opens up about his journey from childhood adversity to building a life rooted in compassion, authenticity, and purpose. We talk about what it means to lead with heart, cultivate true friendships, and create lasting impact through service and connection. Derek shares raw insights on overcoming pain, embracing self-love, and finding strength in vulnerability. He also opens up about his friendship with Anne Heche, what her legacy taught him about grace and courage, and why being “the only,” not the best, is the key to true influence. This episode is a testament to the power of light—how it can emerge from even the darkest moments—and a reminder that community, authenticity, and love are what truly sustain us. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  01:48 Introducing Derek Warburton 02:54 Derek's Journey: Overcoming Adversity 07:13 The Power of Femininity and Community 12:18 The Importance of Self-Love and Healing 20:19 Building Lasting Relationships 26:18 The Importance of Showing Up for Friends 27:14 Building a Community as a CEO 28:32 Carving Out Time for Community Development 29:15 The Power of Offering Help 29:55 Navigating Hollywood and Having an Offer 30:43 The Value of Honest Friendships 32:58 Surrounding Yourself with Diverse People 33:51 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth 37:07 The Legacy of Anne Heche 47:59 The Importance of Community and Self-Worth QUOTABLES: “  I was never like anyone else. And every time I tried, I just epicly failed. Just Epically failed. I just never fit in. And then I made a discovery.  I don't want to, I don't wanna be like them.” - Derek Warburton  “ When I went to therapy, they said to me, how is it that you're dealing with, there's a lot here. How do you unpack this? And I said. One box at a time because when you are trying to deal with every single thing that's wrong in your life, it's so overwhelming and that's why half this country's on medication. You can't possibly do that. That's impossible. It's overwhelming.” - Derek Warburton GUEST RESOURCES: Derek Warburton RESOURCES: 💡Just Launched: The Growth Collective: Monthly Coaching With Me—for just $1 Your content deserves to convert, not just be seen. Inside The Growth Collective, you get: Monthly live coaching from me to sharpen your message and content strategy Access to my Content Catalyst custom-built AI tool that help you write content that actually sells. A behind-the-scenes look at how I create content that leads to real revenue And you can try it today—for just $1. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [ELEVATE YOUR EVERYDAY] Your new favorite bras and underwear are here. Discover the Fits Everybody collection. [GAIN A NEW PERSPECTIVE] Learn life-changing insights you won’t find anywhere else. Get 15% off.   [EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE] Design, market, and sell with Shopify’s all-in-one platform. Get started now for just $1/month.