Building a Loyal Brand from Scratch, Surviving Difficult Seasons + The Secret Sauce to Finding Success with Kristina Girod

If being in the gap is challenging you, just know you are so not alone! We’re back with Part 2 of my mini-series diving into “the Gap” – AKA, the transformative season where you’ve left behind your previous identity, but haven’t fully embodied the next version yet. In this episode, I’ll go over the challenges of the gap + how to navigate them in order to reach the other side stronger than before! I’ll get raw and honest as I talk about the most painful parts of the journey, as well as how to use the gap as a season for healing in between the hardships. From setting boundaries to expanding your capacity to hold more, I’ll share the best ways to honor each step of the process as you work towards major upgrades. Discover how we can lean into the challenges of the gap to grow into the highest version of ourselves!   HIGHLIGHTS 00:50 Navigating the gap season and its challenges. 04:00 Honoring the loneliness and grief of the gap to initiate powerful changes. 09:35 Using the gap to heal + tune into your own body. 15:10 Setting boundaries and clear communication to honor your space and time to process. 22:00 Practices for welcoming the discomfort + expanding yourself to hold more. 27:20 The most important thing to remember in your gap season. RESOURCES + LINKS Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com   Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Are you ready to redefine your life or business and pivot into your next chapter? Here to share her powerful story of vision and vulnerability is Natalie Jill, a Midlife Expert who helps women redefine healthy aging. With two best-selling Fat Loss Books that sold out in stores everywhere and numerous TV appearances on shows like “The Doctors”, Natalie Jill built a multiple 7-figure Fat Loss business that transformed over 250,000 women’s bodies and health. Our conversation today will empower you to overhaul your mindset around failure, redefine aging + follow the call to pivot into a new season!    We're diving into Natalie Jill’s biggest business wake-up calls, the highs and lows of her journey, and the harsh lessons she learned from crashing her business. From overcoming imposter syndrome and how to start showing up even when you aren’t the expert yet, to what she’s learned about the value of leaning into authenticity over experts, this conversation is the ultimate permission to be your authentic self in all areas of your life.   HIGHLIGHTS 02:15 Evolving your community by sharing your authentic self. 05:30 How Natalie Jill found her vision after a season of hardships. 09:40 Building a business with vulnerability during pre-Facebook years. 12:15 The different energies between being an expert and being honest. 16:00 Unpacking success, ego + the inner lessons from crashing your business. 21:20 The moment Natalie Jill’s business crashed + the steps she took to rebuild. 24:25 Knowing when to shift your vision into new directions. 28:35 How to make a pivot, even when you’re feeling scared. 31:00 Debunking the biggest misconceptions surrounding midlife.  34:20 Three steps to change your mindset + redefine aging. 42:00 Celebrating Natalie Jill’s decision to prioritize her health and authenticity. RESOURCES + LINKS Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com   Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Natalie Jill: @nataliejillfit   Midlife Conversations: www.Midlifeconversations.com Natalie Jill: www.Nataliejill.com   Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity  

Do you feel called to massively uplevel? Then it’s time for you to step into the gap! Today, I’m continuing my mini-series all about the gap season, beginning with uncovering the real purpose of the gap. I want to share the most powerful experiences + lessons I’ve learned six months in the gap, so you can walk this journey with me step by step. I’ll break down 5 signs you’re ready for the next level, so you’ll know when you’re being invited to fully be in the gap. By the end of this episode, you’ll have everything you need to deepen your transformation, initiate change, and move forward into the next chapter life has in store. Join me in the gap by taking advantage of the true purpose of this season! HIGHLIGHTS 00:50 Sharing updates on my gap season, six months in. 06:25 The massive difference between achievement and embodiment. 10:30 How to know when you’re being asked to FULLY be in the gap. 19:55 Using the gap to initiate change, evaluate your goals + move forward authentically. 23:30 The true purpose of the gap for me. 26:45 Walk my gap journey with me + what’s on the other side. RESOURCES + LINKS Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com   Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity  

How do you go from running a small Instagram account to Rihanna sliding into your DMs? Say hello to Drew Ginsburg, founder of DYLAN LEX! DYLAN LEX began in 2013 and has grown into an embellishment empire of original hand crafted statement pieces worn by Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Madonna, Gigi Hadid, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and more! In this episode, we’ll cover Drew’s incredible journey in business, fashion, and personal growth...including how she developed her style + honed her craft to create a brand that now helps countless women dress the way that makes them feel good. From the time Drew realized she had to pivot to the time Rihanna slid into her DMs, we’ll walk through every major moment in her entrepreneurial journey and how she has stayed true to herself in scaling her empire.   HIGHLIGHTS 01:05 How showing up as yourself + being present reflects on business and relationships. 03:10 The real power fashion, style, and accessories has on our confidence. 07:40 Early days of DYLAN LEX Instagram + how it evolved into a powerhouse accessories brand. 14:30 The moment when Rihanna slid into Drew’s DMs. 19:40 Preserving your time + inspiration to create more of what you love. 22:20 10 years of building business + connecting a community authentically. 26:15 Why we need to evolve in order to step into the next version of ourselves. 31:40 Routines & practices for setting yourself up for success. 39:05 Celebrating Drew showing up on the podcast. RESOURCES + LINKS Use code POWERHOUSE24 at https://dylanlex.com/   Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Drew: @dylanlex Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity  

Are you currently in between growth seasons? This is your reminder that you’re NOT alone! Today, I am so excited to be starting a brand new mini-series all about being in the gap! This episode will go over my journey navigating the gap, including firsthand experiences and lessons I’ve learned so far. I’ll also share why the “gap before the gain” season is so important when generating massive expansion, how to clear space to make room for more opportunities, and what it takes to step into a whole new version of yourself. Join me in the gap to discover the key to major growth! HIGHLIGHTS 00:45 Introducing a new mini-series all about being in the gap before the gain! 03:10 Defining the “gap before the gain” season. 07:10 My firsthand experiences with being in the gap. 14:35 The uncomfortable moments + the biggest lessons of being in the gap. 18:30 Why the gap is necessary for massive expansion. RESOURCES + LINKS Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com   Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

How do you go from sleeping on the studio floor to flying first class internationally? Here to share her inspiring entrepreneurial journey is Kristina Girod, Owner + Chief Motivation Officer at POWER+FLOW: Indoor Cycling! From nearly flopping in the first six months to now hosting on demand classes with attendees from around the world, Kristina knows exactly what it takes to build a successful business from the ground up! We’ll have an incredible conversation covering all seasons of entrepreneurship – the highs, the lows, and the life changing lessons that come from it. We’ll discuss how to survive through hardships, foster fierce brand loyalty + open yourself up to monumental opportunities. Get ready + get motivated to bring your business to new levels.   HIGHLIGHTS 02:05 Catching up on 6+ years of evolution and transformation. 05:40 Pre-POWER+FLOW days to early days of entrepreneurship. 10:30 What it takes to build a business from the ground up. 14:50 Creating brand loyalty through authenticity + energy. 20:35 Kristina’s “flop” story + how to survive difficult seasons in business. 27:00 The mindset it takes to keep going through the hardships. 31:45 Open yourself up to multiple opportunities just by saying ‘yes’. 37:00 What being in the middle of evolution feels like. 41:55 Building international reach + the magic of metrics. 44:50 2020 Kristina vs 2024 Kristina. 48:20 Celebrating Kristina’s creative spirit that allows people to operate at their best.   RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity   Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com  

Today’s episode is inspired by the trend taking over Instagram – “social media isn’t real”! If you’ve already seen it, then you know things are about to get real! I’ll be sharing several honest insights on what I’m currently struggling with in my personal growth journey, and how I plan to usher in new seasons of growth moving forward. From showing up authentically on social media to reinventing parts of yourself, I’ll provide helpful advice on how I approach difficult topics to stay on top. Do you feel called to reach the next level? Then tune in and make this quantum leap the real deal! HIGHLIGHTS 00:55 The “social media isn’t real” trend + why I love it. 02:00 Finding the balance between authenticity and showing up on my social media account. 05:25 The pressure to grow versus what I feel called to focus on. 10:15 How hard decisions and conversations help us grow as leaders. 14:40 Processing the grief that comes with moving to the next level. RESOURCES + LINKS   Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Grab your ticket for the 2024 Powerhouse Women Event August 9-10th in Scottsdale! powerhousewomenevent.com Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz   Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Get ready to learn how to make an even bigger impact with today’s special guest, Sarah Robbins! Sarah is a network marketing coach + leader who pivoted from shy kindergarten teacher to successful 8-figure entrepreneur. I am so excited to dive into her journey of learning how to put herself out there, show up authentically, and add value to hundreds of thousands of lives in the process! We’ll talk pivots + mindset shifts, creating meaningful connections, the art of subtle selling, and the incredible power generosity has on building up a business. We also share powerful reframing tools we’ve used to break through to bountiful seasons + create massive impact without sacrificing the ‘why’ behind it all. Join us for exciting new seasons full of bigger growth and even more giving!   HIGHLIGHTS 02:20 Changing the trajectory from kindergarten teacher to 8-figure entrepreneur. 06:40 Putting yourself out there + finding success in a people business as a shy person. 09:35 The mindset, energy, and intention behind making successful connections. 12:30 Balancing content with intention + the art of subtle selling. 17:45 How to show up and share authentically online. 20:50 Growth goals, giving goals + the real impact generosity has on building a business. 27:20 How to reach the next bountiful season, even through hardships. 31:40 Why we need to slow down in order to grow faster. 34:00 Maintaining and reframing big goals – without sacrificing what is most important. 39:55 Sarah’s new season of bigger impact and legacy. 43:45 Celebrating Sarah’s impact on countless women living out their ‘why’.   RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Sarah: @sarahrobbins1 Visit sarahrobbins.com Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

You asked, we’re answering! In this episode, we’re sharing the first LRS Q&A of this year. There’s no such thing as TMI here as we dish out our honest + real advice answering your incredible questions! If you’ve ever wanted to know our fave practices + tips for expansive self-care, upleveling identity, preparing our nervous systems to 10x, and even more, then you’re in the right place. You’ll learn how to navigate the most important aspects when growing a business as a high-achieving entrepreneur, including old limiting beliefs that may be holding you back and the fear of success. Join us for an episode full of laughs + lessons you won’t forget!   HIGHLIGHTS 01:35 Throwing out old beliefs to amplify + stand in your power. 10:15 Self-care tips + practices for growing your business. 16:50 Preparing your nervous system for 10x growth. 25:20 Uplevel your identity by getting comfortable with vulnerability, support + asking for help. 32:45 How we learned to tap into and receive more abundance. 36:50 Our best advice for getting over the fear of success. RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Lori: @loriharder Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz Hannah: @hannahmwells Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity  

Ever wondered what it takes to reach your butterfly season? Today, I’m joined once again by Forbes 30 Under 30 Lister Aisha Marshall, host of the Butterfly SZN podcast, founder of WHXTE Atelier, and a dear friend + expander in my life! We are getting rawer and realer than ever as we catch up on the latest transformations in our businesses, relationships, and personal lives. You’ll get an unfiltered look at how our friendship has grown over the past year as we dive into all things marriage, manifestation, microdosing, and more. Aisha will share her healing journey, including the deep inner work + empowered action she’s undergone to break old patterns and heal past versions of herself. If you’re still stuck in cocoon season, this is your sign to finally step into your butterfly season!   HIGHLIGHTS 01:20 How we developed our friendship into a divine, expansive relationship in a year. 07:45 Catching up with Aisha’s journey in business, codependency, and shrooms. 13:15 The truth about microdosing as a tool for inner work + manifestation. 19:50 Unpacking our current seasons in marriage – including transitions, similarities, and future goals. 23:00 The biggest lessons + self-reflections we gained while growing our marriages. 28:55 The guided meditation session that shifted Aisha’s entire timeline. 33:10 How Aisha healed her relationship with herself. 36:40 The power of curiosity, self-awareness + breaking the pattern of “taking the lap”. 42:10 Where to begin living in your own butterfly season. 46:00 Celebrating Aisha taking the thumb off her wings + allowing herself to fly. RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone!   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Aisha: @aisha Butterfly SZN: @itsbutterflyszn Check out the Butterfly SZN website: www.butterflyszn.com Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz Hannah: @hannahmwells Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity