The MaYapinion® Podcast

Join us on this exciting journey where we uncover the green flags that indicate a future in entrepreneurship. We discuss how identifying your strengths and leadership abilities can lead to successful entrepreneurship.  So, if you feel that fiery passion, that intense dream that won't let you sleep, we're here to tell you, that's your green flag to pursue entrepreneurship!  This episode isn't just about entrepreneurship, it also takes a closer look at the challenges women face and how to overcome them. We talk about empowering each other, celebrating successes, and how to maintain a positive outlook in the age of social media. We address imposter syndrome, discussing how comparing ourselves to others on social media can trigger this feeling and how to navigate it. Tune in as we share the impact of social media on entrepreneurship, how to make it work for you, and the importance of recognizing when to take a pause. We also answer your questions, including the journey of starting a podcast, the risks, the connections, and why we decided to bring on a co-host. Don't miss the wrap-up of our season, where we talk about the future of the podcast, our businesses, and the steps to success as an entrepreneur. Covered in this episode:  (0:00:00) - Finding Green Flags for Pursuing Entrepreneurship (0:08:12) - Empowering Women and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (0:13:44) - Social Media Challenges in Entrepreneurship (0:28:28) - Answering your questions  (0:51:10) - Season Wrap-Up and Future Plans   Connect with Maya & Lily: Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Email us! mayapinionpodcast@gmail.com Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler Maya's Business: https://mayaroffler.com/ Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils  

Ever found yourself physically exhausted and mentally drained, barely keeping up with the constant need to create, produce, and engage? As women entrepreneurs, we know this feeling all too well. It's the dreaded burnout, a beast that each of us must learn to tame. This episode uncovers the many faces of burnout and the unique ways it can manifest in our lives— from fatigue to mental weariness from incessant interactions and the unyielding pressure to show up on social media daily. We delve into why it's vital to recognize our personal signs of burnout and the art of preserving our energy.   Striking a balance in life is an art and a necessity, especially for entrepreneurs. Join us as we discuss time management strategies, the benefit of having an accountability partner, and the positive impact of a regimented schedule. We open up about the importance of setting boundaries between work and personal spaces, allowing time to recharge and refuel. Let's redefine our work-life balance together, unlearn the need to go full throttle all the time, and learn to pace ourselves instead.   How we take care of ourselves is a personal journey, and there's no 'one-size-fits-all' in self-care. We talk about the varied ways self-care can manifest and the immense importance of a supportive network. Whether you're finding solace in solitude, or comfort in the company, it's vital to have a safe space where you can replenish your energy. From connecting with family and friends to building relationships that uplift us, we underline the need for a support system to stay energized. Tune in and join us in this engaging episode, as we tackle burnout head-on and pave the way towards a healthier, balanced life.   Covered in this episode: (0:00:06) - Understanding Burnout in Women Entrepreneurs (0:20:09) - Personalization of Self-Care & Building Support Network (0:30:21) - Time Management and Realistic Goals Simplified (0:38:34) - Flexibility and Emotional Burnout in Self-Employment (0:49:35) - Understanding and Dealing With Burnout Connect with Maya and Lily: Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Email us! mayapinionpodcast@gmail.com Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler Maya's Business: https://mayaroffler.com/ Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils  

In this episode, Maya and Lily navigate identifying your passion and defining your niche. We discuss the importance of recognizing what truly ignites your soul and also the need to identify your niche, understanding that it is the specific area within your industry where you can excel and meet the needs of your target audience. We highlight how crucial it is to align these two aspects for success in your business.   We take a closer look at turning your passion into a business, identifying your strengths, skills and the things you love doing. Using our personal experiences, we share tips on identifying challenges and marrying them to your passion, helping you carve out your niche. We also discuss the need to evolve with time and how our audiences and preferences have changed as we grow in our respective businesses.   To round it all up, we discuss the importance of recognizing and understanding your audience when building a brand or business. Listen in as we share our experiences and strategies for finding your passion and niche and how to marry them to meet the needs of your target audience.   Covered in this episode:    (0:00:06) - Discovering Your Passion and Niche (0:07:38) - Discovering Passion and Niche in Entrepreneurship (0:21:03) - Passionate Problem Solving (0:29:22) - Finding Passion and Business Success (0:41:30) - Understanding Niche Podcasting and Business (0:54:16) - Finding and Following Your Passion   Connect with Maya & Lily:   Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Email us! mayapinionpodcast@gmail.com Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler Maya's Business: https://mayaroffler.com/ Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils  

We tackle the big question "How do I start?”. Unleash your potential and spark your passion for entrepreneurship with our in-depth discussion about how to get started with your business!  It's time to step back, reflect on your past experiences, and gather those gems that could shine in your entrepreneurial journey. It could be a job you loved, a hobby you couldn't get enough of, or even a relationship that sparked a unique interest in you. Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all in entrepreneurship. Even if your passion eludes you, there's always something to invest in, and we're here to guide you through that process. Navigating the rocky path of entrepreneurship often comes with setbacks, but what if we told you that failure is not the end? Rather, it's a stepping stone to your success! We dedicate a portion of our conversation to 'failing forward', underscoring the necessity of resilience in the entrepreneurial world. As we tackle this topic we remind you of the value in learning from your mistakes, and underscore the crucial role of determination in your venture's success. Moreover, we dive into the world of social media - your tool and your battlefield. We share our opinions on how to choose the best platform for your business, overcome your fear of posting and deal with criticism. In the end, it boils down to two things: embracing failure and finding a community. The fear of failure is a common setback for many, but we're here to tell you that it shouldn't hold you back. Failure is simply a learning tool, and each setback is just a setup for a comeback. And while your journey is unique, it doesn't have to be lonely. Building a supportive community is paramount. It's not about relying solely on family and friends, but about finding like-minded individuals who can join you in this journey, share your victories, and lift you up in times of defeat. Join us and let's learn together! Covered in this episode:   (0:00:00) - Starting a Business (0:11:36) - Importance of Failing Forward in Business (0:25:31) - Navigating Social Media and Overcoming Criticism (0:43:59) - Embrace Failure (0:53:37) - Building a Supportive Community   Connect with Maya & Lily: Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Email us! mayapinionpodcast@gmail.com Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler Maya's Business: https://mayaroffler.com/ Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils  

How does one transition from a secure corporate job to the uncertainty of entrepreneurship? Hang on to your headphones as we reintroduce Maya and take you through her personal journey of taking the leap from a conventional 9-to-5 job to becoming a multiple business owner. Get an insider’s perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons.   Craving the freedom of time and the power of choice, Maya ventured into the entrepreneurial world, and what a ride it's been! She used her corporate experience and relationships to secure her first client, providing a firm foundation for her entrepreneurial journey. Maya will share how she built a business from the ground up, the art of finding clients, and the clever ways she has learned to prioritize tasks by outsourcing.    But wait, there's more! Alongside Maya’s entrepreneurial expedition, she has dipped her toes into the world of property investment. From flipping a house to making the smart decision of outsourcing property management, she shares the highs and lows of this venture. Then, we pivot to the intriguing concept of developing a podcast co-hosting platform. Maya discusses navigating the exciting challenges and rewarding outcomes of hiring a CTO, creating a matching algorithm, and enabling effective co-hosting between two individuals. This episode is rife with insights and experiences that can help guide your own entrepreneurial journey. So buckle up and get ready for an exciting ride!   Covered in this episode:  (0:00:07) - Transitioning From Corporate to Entrepreneur (0:11:18) - Building an Agency and Finding Clients (0:17:47) - Building a Business and Outsourcing Tasks (0:32:55) - Investing in Properties, Co-Host Exploration (0:38:50) - The Evolution of Find a Co-Host Platform   Featured in this episode: Find a Co-Host: https://www.findacohost.com/ Connect with Maya & Lily: Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Email us! mayapinionpodcast@gmail.com Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler Maya's Business: https://mayaroffler.com/ Lily’s Instagram: @upcycledbylils Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils

Ready to meet our new co-host! Join us on the MaYapinion® Podcast as we introduce our new co-host Lily, a passionate entrepreneur and military spouse. With a keen eye for thrifted treasures and a determination to build a successful business, Lily shares her journey of turning her love for fashion into a thriving reselling venture. Discover her tips for balancing family life, learning new skills, and finding financial independence through her inspiring story on the show. Episode Highlights:   Lily's introduction to the world of reselling and how she discovered her passion for thrifted treasures. [00:17:00] The path to understanding sales margins and setting up systems as the business grows. [00:26:00} The importance of outsourcing. [00:34:00] Tips on balancing family life, business, and self-care while on the entrepreneurial journey. [00:40:00]  Lily shares her journey into the world of entrepreneurship, starting with her passion for retail and thrifted treasures. She discusses the immense impact of having a supportive partner who encouraged her reselling venture and helped her maintain a healthy work-life balance. Lily highlights the importance of outsourcing certain tasks to optimize the productivity and growth of the business. With her captivating story and practical insights, Lily's episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration to turn their passion into a successful venture while nurturing personal well-being and family life.   Featured in this episode: Lily's Poshmark & Business: https://linktr.ee/upcycledbylils   Connect with Maya & Lily: Web: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Maya’s Instagram: @mayaroffler  Lily’s Instagram:  @upcycledbylils

  Are you ready to dive back into the MaYapinion® podcast? Come navigate the world of female entrepreneurship with Maya and Lily. Join them as they discuss their experiences, strategies and hurdles as female entrepreneurs. Be inspired and uplifted by thought-provoking and honest discussions while celebrating the strength and resilience that defines women. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply fascinated by compelling stories, MaYapinion® is your go-to podcast for empowering women, one opinion at a time. Join us August 1st as we introduce Mayapinion®'s new co-host Lily! Connect with Mayapinion:  Website: mayapinionpodcast.com/ Podcast Instagram: @mayapinionpodcast Maya's Instagram: @mayaroffler Lily's Instagram: @upcycledbylils

In this episode of the "MaYapinion" podcast, host Maya introduces the shift in focus for the show. Over the past few months, the show has been about leadership for women, but with Maya now deep into her entrepreneurial journey, she has decided to change the focus of the show to entrepreneurship for women. Maya explains that this change has come as a result of her own experiences as an entrepreneur, and the realization that there are very few resources available to help women succeed in this field. She believes that by sharing her journey and the experiences of other successful women entrepreneurs, she can provide valuable insights and inspiration to women who are starting their own businesses. Maya emphasizes that entrepreneurship is not just about starting a business, but it's also about having the courage to take risks, the determination to succeed, and the resilience to overcome obstacles. She shares some of the challenges she has faced as an entrepreneur, including finding funding, building a team, and navigating the legal and regulatory requirements of starting a business. The host also highlights the importance of mentorship and support in the entrepreneurial journey. She stresses that having someone to bounce ideas off of, receive feedback from, and learn from can make a big difference in the success of a business. In conclusion, Maya states that she is excited about this new chapter in the show and hopes that it will serve as a platform for women entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and grow their businesses. She encourages her listeners to reach out to her and share their own experiences and challenges as entrepreneurs.

I shared in Episode 111 what it means to be the leader of your life but today, I’m sharing how I actually BECAME the leader of my life and what that really looks like. The free guide that I refer to can be found here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife

Welcome Inbal Claudio to the podcast this week! She is the founder of Like Minded Collective - A social media platform for dreamers, creators and female founders to build genuine personal relationships and amplify their business!. Here's a bit more about Like Minded Collective and Inbal in her words: Inbal Claudio was born in Israel, and aside from a 4-year stint in North Carolina has spent the majority of her life in Southern California where she currently lives with her husband and 2 little daughters. As a candle maker, turned tech founder, her passion for networking with women entrepreneurs has led her to create Like Minded Collective, a social media platform for dreamers, creators and female founders. Her mission is to make sure every single female founder, no matter what stage of business they’re in, know how incredible they are! Like Minded Collective - A social media platform for dreamers, creators and female founders to build genuine personal relationships and amplify their business! "I decided to build out a tech platform to help as many female founders as I can with absolutely no tech experience. The drive to create something that can help so many women thrive was the driving factor in every decision I make! I want to be an example for my two little girls that they can do absolutely anything! I think talking about women and leadership is SO important! In an industry where women are underrepresented, it's so important to build that confidence to go out there and follow your dreams, and even more so, show other women that it's possible!" Sign up for Like Minded Collective here: https://likemindedcollective.com/ Connect with Inbal here: https://www.instagram.com/like.minded.collective/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/inbalclaudio/ Listen and read more here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ https://link.chtbl.com/MaYapinion Download your free leadership guide here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife XXX Maya

Welcome Jamie Barlett to the MaYapinion® Podcast this week. She founded PolyPay in 2013 to provide businesses with a partner who offers them honesty, transparency, customer support and savings for merchant processing. She draws on her experience in consulting, finance, HR, technology and leadership development every day at PolyPay.  She is originally from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and attended Wellesley College earning a degree in English and Economics. She also received an MBA from Pepperdine University.  Jamie loves interacting with customers and learning more about how they started their business and what is important to them.  She lives in Arroyo Grande, California and Columbus, Ohio with her sixteen-year-old rescued Yorkie Spike. A bit more on PolyPay, which is a woman owned payment processing provider serving businesses in over 15 states.  We provide them with the ability to take credit card payments no matter what type of business they have, whether they are a brick and mortar business, an ecommerce business or a mobile business. Leadership in Jamie's words: "A leader is someone who is willing to take risks, take care of their customer and provide an excellent and growth oriented environment for their employees.  They also must be willing to share their experiences with their employees, be open to delegating and give back to their industry, their employees and their community. They must also be a good mentor. I feel I embody all of that description."  We absolutely agree here at MaYapinion® and loved having Jamie share her journey. Jamie says "I came from many years in the corporate world and never thought I would start my own business.  But I did!" We love that here at MaYapinion®... that's why she's a leader and on our podcast this week! Connect with Jamie Barlett here: www.polypay.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polypayprocessing/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-barlett-0b8a4116/ Polypay LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/polypay/ MaYapinion® Listen, read and learn more here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ MaYapinion® "How to Be the Leader of YOUR Life" Leadership Guide - Click here to download it for free https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife XXX Maya

Welcome Dr. Sarah E. Brown to the podcast this week! Dr. Sarah E. Brown is leading the charge to revolutionize the self-development industry through the power of personalization.  An expert on using the results of personality assessments and the author of the Book of You®,  available at www.bookofyou.com,  she has created a way for individuals to self-coach themselves to greater clarity, confidence and commitment to personalized career goals uniquely suited to their interests, strengths, and needs..  A subsequent book Let Your Personality be your Career Guide, available on Amazon.com, contains a wealth of stories and exercises to help an individual quickly determine the key personality components that should be considered in choosing a career direction..  Dr. Brown has also co-authored Road to Success with Jack Canfield, New York Times Best Selling author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, The Success Principles, and others. Know Thyself, LLC DBA Book of You® is Dr. Sarah E. Brown's company.  The mission of this company is to empower mid-career professional women with information about themselves and equip them with the tools to translate this knowledge into goals and strategies that will allow them to be happy, successful, and experience less stress at work.  We provide training on "self-coaching," and a personalized book called the Book of You® that is completely personalized to the reader based off a world-class personality assessment called the Birkman Method®.  The podcast The KTS Success Factor® Podcast for Women brings to its audience in each episode one actionable idea female business leaders can use to increase their capabilities, commitment, and confidence to pursue and achieve big business goals. Here's what Dr. Sarah thinks about leadership in her own words, "Being a leader means taking 100% responsibility for all that you are in charge of leading.  In companies, “leaders” do not do all the work, but they are 100% responsible for the work that gets done.  If the results are not what the leader or the company wants, the leader is 100% responsible for figuring out why and fixing it. The same is true in my life.  I am 100% responsible for my life and my results.  I cannot waste time on blaming and complaining.  If I am not happy with an aspect of my life, it is my responsibility to change it." Connect with Dr. Sarah E. Brown here: Website: https://bookofyou.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnowThyselfGuides  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahebrownphd/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowguides Listen and learn more here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Download the FREE leadership guide here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife

Welcome Kristin Slink, the founder and CEO of TechAF, this week to the podcast. Here's more about Kristin in her own words: Hi, I’m Kristin and I've supported hundreds of underrepresented founders to incubate and launch their tech business. Are you next? $147 billion in venture capital was invested in US startups in just the first half of 2021. Black founders received only 1.2% of those investments. Let's change that. Tech AF is a movement. We’re sick of that status quo. The tech industry needs more diversity. It needs a lower tech-bro-ratio. It needs more people with different life experiences, backgrounds, gender-identities, skin colors, abilities, and perspectives. Resources exist for underestimated founders, but require you to have a product in the market with paying customers. Getting to this stage is HARD. Especially if you've never done it before. I've been in the trenches myself. At 27, I taught myself everything I needed to know to build my first tech business. Of course, I made a ton of mistakes along the way. But plenty of incredible people pushed me, too. More importantly, I refused to take no for an answer and blazed my own path. I went head first into a ten year journey that resulted in raising more than $55M in funding and going through the experience of having that business acquired, twice. Since then I’ve advised and supported hundreds of underrepresented founders through a variety of Atlanta's leading startup programs. Many of these founders have gone on to raise venture capital and implement growth strategies for scale. With Tech AF, I've developed a proprietary five-part system based on my unique experience that streamlines the path from idea to a fundable business. If you have a scalable tech idea and don’t know what to do next - apply today and let's talk! Connect with Kristin Slink here: Website - https://www.iamtechaf.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinslink/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamtechaf/ Read and Listen more here: Podcast Website Download your Free Guide to Leadership here! XOXO Maya

Welcome Katica Roy to the show this week! Katica Roy is a gender economist, former Global 500 global executive, programmer, data scientist, and the CEO and founder of an award-winning SaaS company, Pipeline. CNN, CBS, Bloomberg, Cheddar, MarketWatch, and Yahoo Finance have sought Katica for her sharp and unconventional take on the day’s headlines. An award-winning business leader with more than two decades of experience in technology, healthcare, and financial services, Katica is credited as a rare combination of expertise in and passion for gender equity, people analytics, and sales operations. Pipeline® is a Denver-based startup that increases financial performance through closing the gender equity gap. Pipeline’s® proprietary SaaS platform uses AI to assess, address and action against the gender biases costing the U.S. alone $2 trillion each year. This issue is not just about good sense, this is about dollars. Big dollars that turn heads to create social change. As a leader, Katica doesn't fall into the trap of simply admiring society’s greatest ills. She believes in using gender-disaggregated data to explain problems—then find solutions to them. Katica is driven by a passion to eradicate economic inequality and champions the rights of refugees, women, and children. Connect with Katica here: https://www.pipelineequity.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katicaroy/ https://www.instagram.com/katicaroy/ https://twitter.com/katicaroy Checkout more at https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Download your free guide here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife XXX Maya

This week is a solo episode on on why and how we have leadership backwards. This is something I discuss often on social media but also, I mention it in my interviews and other solo episodes. Therefore, I thought it was time to do a quick episode on this topic. This topic is the basis and fundamental inspiration for "How to be the Leader of Your Life." I wish that I had the tools of leadership and understanding who I am before I ever stepped into a leadership role. Download the leadership guide "How to be the Leader of Your Life" here. Check out more resources and visit our website here. Don't forget to follow us on all social media as well: Instagram - MaYapinion Instagram - @mayaroffler Twitter Facebook TikTok New episodes out Monday! Happy Motivation Monday! XXX Maya

Welcome back Kerry Guard, CEO of MKG Marketing! We welcomed Kerry to the show last year to talk about her success at MKG Marketing and building remote and tactical teams. We loved her so much here at MaYapinion as an audience that we brought her back to talk about a new topic and some new challenges.  On the episode today, Kerry shares a deep dive into hiring and the transitions that are happening within her own company but in the ecosystem in general. The information that she shares with us is highly relatable for not only small business but all the way up to enterprise businesses. We are seeing these hiring trends at every level. Kerry's vulnerability and honesty as a leader is infectious as she shares the journey she has been on to constantly improve not only her hiring process but her internal ecosystem and culture. Here's a bit more about Kerry and where to find her: Kerry Guard (she/her) is a mom of twins - boy and a girl. She understands what work life balance really looks like and is on a mission to build a company that honors parents having a career and a life. She’s out to prove you really can have both with policies like ensuring 20 days of vacation each year, no client emails after 6PM or weekends, unlimited sick days, and everyday flexibility. She also hosts a podcast, which brings eight digital marketing experts to your ears every quarter. Each episode explores a new approach to help you, Marketing Leader, grow your business. Tune in. https://mkgmarketinginc.com/about/digital-marketing-experts/kerry-guard/ Website: https://mkg.marketing LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryguard/ Podcast episode she refers to at the end: https://mkgmarketinginc.com/blog/podcasts/performance-equals-potential-interference/ XXX Maya https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife

Catherine is a successful entrepreneur, business leader, and best-selling business author. She founded BluEra, a Profit 500 executive search, and team transformation company. As a top 200 growing company in Canada and top 10 in Alberta, and the best workplace, BluEra was a shining example of the Awakened Company System in action. With the sale of BluEra to DHR, Catherine now focuses on awakening the fire within organizations as the founder of The Awakened Company, a company aimed at awakening the fire within through passion, purpose, and playfulness.  The Awakened Company brings humanity back into corporate culture. Catherine is a certified Enneagram coach and uses this as a tool for self, relational, and organizational development. She has incredible experience with a very human-centered foundation. She is a sensitive, intelligent female leader and who you will definitely enjoy listening to... Catherine in her own words, "I have helped to build a Profit-20 firm in the Province of Alberta and a Profit-200 in Canada, by doing things radically differently (especially in 2008 when I co-founded the firm). I successfully sold that company and transitioned the leadership. Everything in my life is dedicated to awakening - awakening ourselves, our relationships, our organizations, and our communities. My vision is to be a healthy universal muse, radiating love, wisdom, and power in service to humanity and the planet. I believe that we either lead with positive intention or we will be led. Our organization now is an international thought leader on how to awaken corporate cultures.  I am also a mother, wife, and very feeble human. I believe we are all leaders if we choose to be. My aim is with me wherever I walk. I lead not only in business but in the community as well. I am also a mother, Godmother, aunt, daughter, wife, sister, and colleague. I teach at Queen’s School of Business in innovation. I also volunteer for the Telus Spark Science Centre, and Impact Society, and have created The Awakened Project, which helps female entrepreneurs start up their own businesses with microloans. I believe our inner, outer, and secret realities are here to be of service to humanity and the planet." Connect with Catherine below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellcatherine/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5XwzGZacXitTYvb4NPdhgw   https://twitter.com/awakenedcompany  https://www.facebook.com/awakenedcompany  https://www.instagram.com/theawakenedcompany/ Listen and read more here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Don't forget to download the "How to Be the Leader of Your Life Guide" here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife Listen on every platform here: https://link.chtbl.com/MaYapinion XXX Maya

Welcome Leslie Kuster to the podcast this week for Motivation Monday! Leslie is the money and freedom guide for women over 50 who also want to fall in love with life again.  Leslie's message is that "It's never too late" to create success, financial wealth, and a life of freedom. Leslie’s book, 7 Keys to 7 Figures: The Women Entrepreneurs' Guide to Money and Freedom will be released in Fall 2022.  It provides women entrepreneurs seven master keys to unlock a successful, money-making business. Women business owners, who have been struggling to build the business and life of their dreams are given the insights, principles, tools, and steps to claim the freedom and create the wealth they yearn for. Leslie Kuster in her own words, "I am the founder of a clothing brand called Back From Bali. I ricochet the business from 5 figures to 7 figures in my 50's so I want to let women entrepreneurs know it is all possible.  I am also consulting and have written an upcoming book called 7 Keys to 7 Figures, the Women Entrepreneurs' Guide to money and freedom." Leslie shares why she is a leader, "I have created the life of my dreams.  I have a successful money making business, I have retired my husband and at the moment we are traveling together, I have set up my business so that I work ON the business and not IN the business.  I have lots of down time because I create my life." Visit Leslie here: www.lesliekuster.com www.backfrombali.com Connect with Leslie below: www.lesliekuster.com/7mistakes free eBook 7 Mistakes Most Women Entrepreneurs make and what to do instead! www.instagram.com/lesliekusterofficial  https://www.facebook.com/LeslieKusterOfficial/  www.linkedin.com/in/lesliekuster   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBtp1gkqsNilja1ehn4NHHw Listen and read the podcast here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Grab your copy of, "Be the Leader of Your Life," here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife

Welcome Nina Simons to the podcast this week! She is Co-founder and Chief Relationship Officer at Bioneers. As a social entrepreneur, her work has spanned diverse sectors and genres, including the arts, philanthropy, the corporate and nonprofit worlds. She is passionate about reimagining leadership so that all women and girls can whole-heartedly aspire to it. And cares deeply about being a good ally, and social healing by rebalancing racial and gender equity.  She co-edited Moonrise: The Power of Women Leading from the Heart, and authored Nature, Culture, and the Sacred: A Woman Listens for Leadership—being released as a second edition in June 2022 with a discussion guide and embodied practices — and which has won awards in the categories of women, intersectionality and racial justice. To learn more about her, or where she may be speaking or teaching, visit ninasimons.com or bioneers.org. Bioneers is an innovative nonprofit organization that highlights breakthrough solutions for restoring people and planet. Founded in 1990 in Santa Fe, New Mexico by social entrepreneurs Kenny Ausubel and Nina Simons, we act as a fertile hub of social and scientific innovators with practical and visionary solutions for the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges.   A celebration of the genius of nature and human ingenuity, Bioneers connects people with solutions and each other. Our acclaimed annual national conference and local Bioneers Network events are complemented by extensive media production including a vibrant online media presence, award-winning radio and podcast series, book series, and role in third-party media projects such as Leonardo DiCaprio’s movie The 11th Hour and Michael Pollan’s best-selling book The Omnivore’s Dilemma.   Our dynamic programs and initiatives focus on game-changing initiatives related to Restorative Food Systems, Biomimicry, Rights of Nature, Indigeneity, Women’s Leadership and Youth Leadership. Nina in her own words: My life has been an exploration of how to best serve what I most love, while cultivating myself to grow into who I believe and sense I was born to be. This has involved lots of exploration and a path that’s quite self-made, and as I’ve explored how to shed self-limiting conditioning and cultivate leadership flourishing by cofacilitating retreats for women leaders who were diverse in every way, those women and experiences have grown me. I’ve partnered with a very strong-willed and brilliant man, which has required me to step up my game on every level. I’ve reached a place in my own life where I’ve created the life, leadership, love and creativity I always wanted, and I want the joys of that integrated life to be reachable for every woman and girl. And I believe the future of our species - and life on Earth - may depend upon it.  Visit Nina Simons here: https://www.ninasimons.com/ https://bioneers.org/ Grab her book here Find her on Social Media: www.facebook.com/Bioneers https://www.facebook.com/nina.simons Instagram: @bioneers & @1ninasimons  Twitter: @bioneers & @ninabioneers LinkedIn:  Linkedin.com/company/bioneers  Linkedin.com/in/nina-simons Check out the website for more info on the podcast: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Download the "How to be The Leader of Your Life" Guide Here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife

Welcome Becca Powers to Motivation Monday! She is an award-winning Fortune 500 hi-tech sales executive, best-selling author, speaker, and Founder and CEO of Powers Peak Potential. In her 20+ year career in sales, she’s worked for large companies including Cisco, Dell, and Office Depot, achieving President’s Club 7 times while leading teams of 110+ and hitting $500 million in annual revenue.    Becca intimately knows the struggles that have come as a cost to her high achievements. Through nearly losing it all, she was forced to discover a more supportive and sustainable path to success that she now teaches to others. She founded her consulting and coaching agency to help high achievers and high-performance sales teams obtain skyrocketing success without sacrifice. Through workshops, seminars and her signature coaching program, Becca works with individuals and organizations to create sustainable change by training them to thrive from the inside out without the cost of compromise.    In addition to being an executive life coach with specialties in shadow beliefs and trauma awareness, she’s also a Kundalini yoga teacher, and incorporates many holistic modalities into her coaching practice.  In 2021 she released her best-selling book, Harness Your Inner CEO - Rise into Passion, Prosperity, and Empowerment to increase her ability to help others become the CEOs of their own lives.   Becca currently resides in South Florida with her husband Jeremy and their 4 children. For more information, visit www.beccapowers.com and tune into her podcast, The High Achievers Club on your favorite podcasting platform. Becca in her own words, "I became the CEO of my own life by taking charge of my journey. Through prioritizing my mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health I was able to reassess what was important to me and found out that success, health, and happiness can co-exist, if you put your own needs first. I learned the hard way through working myself into chronic health conditions that there is a formula to living a life that thrives both personally and professionally. By shifting focus and applying this formula: "The Self + The Soul + The Success = Success Without Sacrifice" to my life I became more successful yet had more time to do the things I love. This ultimately changed my life's trajectory, resulting in an epic transformation that allowed me to truly become the CEO of my own life and start living a life I love! I'm now able to share my journey and the lessons learned as a motivational personal empowerment guide that gives others the tools they need to become the CEO of their own life." Connect with Becca here: https://www.beccapowers.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beccapowers1313/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccapowers1313/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccapowers1313/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beccapowers1313 Grab here book here! Listen and read the podcast here: https://mayapinionpodcast.com/ Grab your copy of, "Be the Leader of Your Life," here: https://www.subscribepage.com/howtobetheleaderofyourlife