"The Yes-No Spiral can be a chaotic, painful, out of control, overlapping, up, down, all wacky spiral. That's what we want to say no to. Or it can be a life-affirming, curiosity-driven, uneven spiral of growth and change. I recommend the latter" - Nicole Trick Steinbach Many of us have experienced the process of identifying our "no's" and "yeses" only to discover a significant gap between the two. It can be disheartening and confusing, so this episode walks you through how you can close the...

"Managing a business, working full-time, and caregiving were challenging, but the power of 'yes' gave me the motivation to keep pushing." - Rochelle Marie In this episode of the Celebrate Brave Podcast, Rochelle Marie shares her inspiring journey of saying yes to life and embracing new experiences. From completing 50 activities before turning 50, to starting her own business and overcoming significant challenges, Rochelle embodies the power of saying yes. We cover a lot of ground in this...

 "Start with what you don't want. And what do we want to cut out first? And then another aspect is what is it that just turns you on and lights you up? Your words that you mentioned a little bit ago, what is that for you?" — Linda Yates  I welcome Linda Yates who shares her personal story and vulnerable insights on the power of saying "yes" to yourself and embracing new possibilities. Key Takeaways: 1. The Impact of Confidence: Linda emphasizes the role of confidence in how we present...

"The power of yes is expansive when you say yes to the things that are meaningful to you. The power of yes is constrictive when you say yes to the things that are grounded in servitude." -Amanda Irtz Welcome to Yes-ember! Our first guest is Amanda Irtz, a former middle school school leader and now parenting coach. Amanda Irtz shares her life-altering journey from being a “yes woman” for everyone else all the way into burnout, into an entrepreneur and mother who has designed a life around...

“Identifying your yes. Claiming and saying your yes. Ensuring your yes is expansive towards your goals, your dreams, and who you want to become. That is brave AF." - Nicole Trick Steinbach  Welcome to Yes-ember with the Celebrate Brave Podcast! This month, we're diving deep into the magic of yes and crafting an authentic, expansive career and life. In this episode of the Celebrate Brave Podcast, I guide you through the transformative power of saying "yes" to your desires and dreams. It is...

Just like no one's going to value your time if you're not valuing it and putting boundaries around it…we have to start with ourselves first.'"— Martine Williams Welcome to No-vember! Our third and final guest is Martine Williams.  Martine Williams and I explore the common struggle many women face when it comes to saying no, particularly the personal and societal expectations. Together, we explore the importance of knowing what is important to you, your priorities for this phase of life, and...

"That inability to say no is also an indication of a nervous system state where our body doesn't feel safe to say no."— Louise Lewis  Welcome to No-vember! Our second guest is Louise Lewis, a former tax lawyer and certified coach.  In this episode of the Celebrate Brave Podcast, guest Louise Lewis candidly discusses her journey of self-discovery, navigating burnout, confronting family dynamics, and finding their authentic self, while providing insights and reflections on the challenges of...

“So when you say yes to others, you're saying no to you and just that is the realization..” - Suzanne Culberg  Welcome to No-vember! Our first guest is Suzanne Culberg, the Nope Coach.  Suzanne shares her personal journey to becoming the Nope Coach. Drawing from her own experiences, Suzanne delves into the power of setting boundaries and taking responsibility for our own work.  Through thought-provoking insights, Suzanne challenges the notions of over-giving and overconsumption,...

“If right now you're feeling frustrated, you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, perhaps angry, you feel resentment because you are thinking about work all the time, or you're working way beyond what you agreed. This exercise will help.'" — Nicole Trick Steinbach Welcome to No-vember with the Celebrate Brave Podcast! This month, we're diving deep into the power of saying no and setting boundaries to help you thrive.  Today, I have a special exercise for you to identify your own no's, and in...

"The wall into those leadership roles is not actually a wall. It's a one-sided door... You need to have those people on the other side who can grab that handle, push it down, and pull that door open for you, which is perception." — Nicole Trick Steinbach In this episode of the Celebrate Brave Podcast, I dive into the career shift from a senior functional role to a leadership position. Whether you're already at the senior level and want to step into leadership, just starting out and aiming...

 "LinkedIn is not social media. This is a tool for thought leaders. This is a tool for you if you want to get another job or get the opportunity to get that shoulder tap by a recruiter." - Kate Wade Kate, a global CV and resume expert as well as a certified executive coach, joined us for a dive deep into the world of LinkedIn and the power it holds in shaping your professional brand and career growth. Kate shares her expertise in optimizing LinkedIn profiles, breaking it down into profile...

"I encourage my clients to come at it from a place of belonging, that you already belong in that next role. So mindset of belonging as well as a mindset of proof, you don't need to prove anything. You are the proof." — Kate Wade  Kate Wade, a global CV and resume expert as well as a certified executive coach, joins us to discuss the art of crafting an exceptional resume and CV for career growth and success. We dive into the biggest mistakes people make with their resumes and offer valuable...

"You have to tell people what you want to be known for, especially in an interview...you have that unique style, that approach, that area where you truly shine." — Nicole Trick Steinbach We dive into the art of introducing yourself and specifically how to navigate that dreaded career interview question: "Tell us about yourself." Whether you're actively seeking a new job or focused on growing your career,, this episode is essential for anyone looking to make a lasting impression.  I break...

“Take a moment and drop into your body, with a breath of awareness, asking, “What do I know? What is my truth?” You might not know exactly what it is going to be but you will receive the next step.” - Kathryn Morrison I invited my guest Kathryn Morrison to discuss the power of listening to your own voice in order to create sustainable success. Kathryn and I explore the intersection of mindset, personal growth, and spirituality as they share their personal experiences and insights. The...

“You are never, ever, ever off the job market. Like, ever.”  In this career-focused episode of the Celebrate Brave Podcast, I share an important message: you are never off the job market. Regardless of your seniority, industry, or current circumstances, this reality applies to everyone. I emphasize the need to be prepared and proactive in your career journey. Specifically, you need to regularly review and update your resume and LinkedIn, dedicating at least 15 minutes each month to add new...

Today we dive into the question that many of us find ourselves asking at one point or another: "Really, is this it?"  First, I explore the feelings of dissatisfaction after reaching a career goal and the desire for more. Then, I share examples from my own career and life as well as the experiences of my clients and friends, from career advancements to home ownership, each starting with the initial excitement and accomplishment and then eventually followed by a sense of questioning: Is there...

“I hold onto loved… fiercely loved. I have had dark moments that I talk about in the book (and darker moments since then). It is knowing that I am loved that helps me hold on.” Meet one of my own brave role models, Heather Markham. We discuss her new book as well as how she “braves that bitch up” to live full of love and adventure, making powerful choices based on dreams, not limitations. Our entire conversation weaves between the professional and the personal, the inspirational and the...

“Leave money on the table before you leave life on the table.” Too many people are delaying a career or life change because they are scared of leaving money on the table. Many professionals have stock awards, performance bonuses, and vesting cycles that become the reasons to delay making a role, company, location, or life phase change. It results in people leaving priceless, irreplaceable life on the metaphorical table while they continue to spin in dissatisfaction, overwork, and being...

In the past year, we've seen a massive market shift. First, companies laid off a bunch of humans and then they raised their goals and targets. Now, too many people are working way too much, stressing way too hard, and spinning in a form of accountability that drives burnout.  Today we are switching all that up by rethinking accountability with my Accountability Triangle. This podcast provides context with some storytelling. You want to get your hands on the brand new free resource: The...

Are you turning data about other people – who they are, what they do, how they think – into information about you?    For example, let's say you share an idea and your boss grabs it and makes it their own.    Do you make their behavior mean something about you? For example, that you shouldn't share ideas or that you don't deserve to be more visible?    If you do, I say this with all my love, please start building the bravery to stop. Because you didn't learn anything about yourself. You...

She’s back!! Based upon repeated and popular request, Ashley Willumitis is returning to share how her life has continued to change in the last year by answering all the questions listeners sent in: What has happened during the last year?  What is your life and career like now?  Are you still able to keep boundaries / work-and-life-integration / are you able to have energy left and feel good still?  Can you still prioritize yourself and not feel awful?  Have you really found purpose...

I’ve been known as a woman with boundaries for quite some time. Yet, it wasn’t always that way. In fact, it took me quite some time and a lot of error to begin the process of establishing my own boundaries.  Creating boundaries is a brave skill that fits across the two phases of the Build Your Brave framework, clarity and accountability. Listen to this episode to answer these questions: What are boundaries?  How do I set them?  Why do they work?  What do I do when people respect...

Bonus episode with time-limited opportunities. Listen in to hear about how you can be a part of a movement to “Chore Less, Live More” by becoming a start-up investor and get a special bonus with me. Arezou Zarafshan, start-up founder, former executive, parent, and my friend, joins us again to discuss two celebrations: 1.       I am now an investor in Call Emmy! 2.       You can now join as an investor for Call Emmy. I share how Call Emmy has facilitated how I have built my business while...

This week I welcome my coach, Jess Johnson, as our guest so that she can share her expertise. We talk about what EFT (sometimes called “tapping”), how our relationship started, and why coaches are humans first too.  I also share a specific emotion and thought that I have been working through with Jess over the past year. It cannot be overstated how transformational the experience of learning and practicing EFT has been for me.  Jess specifically shares how the small decisions made early in...

This week I show up as your coach and give you two powerful questions to build your brave so that you reach your goals will more ease. The two questions are:  How are you your own brave role model?  Why are you your own brave role model? This week we build upon Episode 115: Maartje Bakker – Being Your Own Role Model. I share specific stories and examples of how I am my own brave role model. Dive into this episode as soon as possible and get ready to remind yourself of how brave,...