Woman Owned: The Growth Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs

Shelli Varela is a “possibility hacker,” public speaker, and Canada’s first female firefighter in one of the largest cities in the country. She went from being a young 20-something struggling artist working in makeup, film, and special effects to finding her true passion, her true calling, as a firefighter, working her way up to Fire Captain.

Setting boundaries are crucial to your overall success as an entrepreneur or business leader, but many people - especially women - significantly struggle with setting boundaries and sticking to them. For generations, women have been taught to put the needs of others ahead of their own; to be “people pleasers.” Keep Reading >>   However, in order to achieve your goals and dreams, you must be willing to set boundaries and say no to others so that you can focus on achieving your mission.   Today, I’m explaining what a boundary is and why setting strong ones are essential to helping you achieve your goals and reach your potential. I’m also providing you with three strategies on how to set strong boundaries that will help you achieve your goals.     “As you grow, your boundaries need to change.” - Eleanor Beaton       Today on the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast:   How sharing your boundaries allows you to be truly generous The importance of recognizing and addressing your “people pleasing” habits The connection between your energy level and setting strong boundaries Overcoming unpleasant feelings that may be associated with saying no to others Strategies on how to start implementing stronger boundaries     5 Signs You Need Better Boundaries:   Overcommitting Over-promising Feeling exhausted Second guessing yourself Resentment     Resources Mentioned in This Episode:   Brene Brown’s Video - How to Set Boundaries       How to Find Your Million-Dollar Message Free Training Great female leaders know how to elegantly and persuasively share their message in a way that others take action. If you want to learn how to craft your message and inspire others to take action, I invite you to register for my FREE mini-course training: How to Find Your Million-Dollar Message!                  You will learn…   How to get booked as a paid keynote speaker- even without an agent or bestselling book. Insider Secrets into how to quickly build a global brand. How to set yourself apart as a woman of influence through speaking.   Register to claim your spot in the FREE How to Find Your Million Dollar Message mini-course today!   Love the show? Let us know!                   Are you a fan of the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast? If the tips and interviews we share in each episode have helped you gain the confidence and inspiration to become a better, more powerful leader, head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show and leave your honest review to let us know! Each month, one lucky podcast reviewer will be selected to receive a free coaching session with me – Eleanor Beaton!                                                             What are you waiting for? Head on over to iTunes, subscribe and leave a review to enter your name into this month’s drawing!                                                                                            And, if you really want to ramp up your fierceness…                                                             Reach out to us for a free 30-minute Bold Women in Business Makeover Session with me or one of the fabulous coaches on my team!                                                             Explore your path and discover how you can be the fiercest lady-boss possible. Visit EleanorBeaton.com/Discover.                                                                                                                                     A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors                                                           This episode was made possible by our wonderful sponsors, BMO – Bank of Montreal – The Bank for Women.                                                     Join the conversation at BMO for Women to gain the insight, knowledge, and support you need to succeed and to truly understand how to manage your money!    

Have you ever conducted a presentation knowing all-too-well that, that one presentation could be “the big one.” The one that could transform your business or career, open big new doors of opportunity, and really take things to the next level?

Money is a form of currency - and a powerful form of energy. Having the right mindset around money and earning what you are worth is often difficult for many women entrepreneurs. My guest today is Denise Duffield Thomas. Denise is an award-winning speaker, author, and entrepreneur and the founder of Lucky Bitch where she helps women transform their economy class money mindset into a first-class life. Denise is passionate about helping women release their fear of money, set premium prices for their services, and take control of their finances. Keep Reading >>   She joins me today to share her journey into cultivating a powerful mindset around money. We discuss the common money blocks that hold women back from earning what they are truly worth and the link between financial empowerment and feminism.   “A healthy money mindset is not an absence of blocks or fears. It's about allowing yourself to receive money in ways that feel really good to you.” - Denise Duffield Thomas   Today on the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast:   What money blocks are and how they impact your life and business How to identify money blocks The link between money blocks and creating passive revenue in your business Income-producing activities vs “busy work” The connection between a lack of focus and money blocks Creating a focus mantra Creating boundaries - and sticking to them   How to Overcome Money Mindset Blocks:   Become aware of your money blocks Track your income - and your freebies   Connect with Denise Duffield Thomas:   DeniseDT.com Money Bootcamp Lucky Bitch Money Tracker App on iTunes Lucky Bitch: A Guide for Exceptional Women to Create Outrageous Success book Get Rich Lucky Bitch!: Release Your Money Blocks and Live a First Class Life book Reclaim Your Money Power Workshop Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Love the show? Let us know!                                                            Are you a fan of the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast? If the tips and interviews we share in each episode have helped you gain the confidence and inspiration to become a better, more powerful leader, head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show and leave your honest review to let us know! Each month, one lucky podcast reviewer will be selected to receive a free coaching session with me – Eleanor Beaton!                                                             What are you waiting for? Head on over to iTunes, subscribe and leave a review to enter your name into this month’s drawing!                                                                                            And, if you really want to ramp up your fierceness…                                                             Reach out to us for a free 30-minute Bold Women in Business Makeover Session with me or one of the fabulous coaches on my team!                                                             Explore your path and discover how you can be the fiercest lady-boss possible. Visit EleanorBeaton.com/Discover.                                                                                                                                     A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors                                                           This episode was made possible by our wonderful sponsors, BMO – Bank of Montreal – The Bank for Women.                                                     Join the conversation at BMO for Women to gain the insight, knowledge, and support you need to succeed and to truly understand how to manage your money!      

Many different factors come into play when you launch a new business. From figuring out your marketing strategy and identifying your ideal clients to creating proposals, attending networking events, and staying current on your education and certification courses, there are many things you need to consider to make a successful impact in your industry.

Giving back to the community and the world around you can be an incredibly powerful feeling. Knowing that you, your company, or your business has made a positive impact on someone else can leave you feeling rejuvenated, changing your views on the world around you. Pamela Hawley, founder and CEO of Universal Giving, an award-winning nonprofit that helps individuals and corporations give back and volunteer to communities worldwide through quality and vetted opportunities. 

What does playing big in your business or career mean to you? For some, it may mean swallowing your fear and starting a new business or accepting – or declining – a promotion. My guest today is women’s leadership expert, Tara Mohr. She is a passionate coach, speaker, and the creator of the Playing Big Leadership Program, which has gained recognition by many major media publications including Oprah.com, Fast Company, TEDx Women, The New York Times, and Time Magazine. Keep Reading >> Tara joins me today to share her story, what inspired her to empower women to play a bigger game, and what motivated her to publish her book, Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead. She shares her insight on what causes women to play small, how to overcome those fears to achieve the success they deserve, and the inner work necessary for women to play a bigger game.   “Playing big is being more loyal to your dreams than your fears.” – Tara Mohr   Today on the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast: How limiting beliefs often prevent women from playing big and accomplishing big goals The inner work required for women to accomplish their “outer work” goals Common signs and expressions of playing small How Tara’s own experience with crushing limiting beliefs and fears has impacted her career and enabled her to play a bigger game Why it’s important for women to “unhook” from praise as well as criticism How to maintain a steadiness of your soul and why it’s important   Tara’s Tips to Play a Bigger Game: Become aware of and manage your inner critic voice Access your inner mentor Unhook from praise and criticism   Connect with Tara Mohr: Tara Mohr’s Website Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead     Love the show? Let us know!                                                            Are you a fan of the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast? If the tips and interviews we share in each episode have helped you gain the confidence and inspiration to become a better, more powerful leader, head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show and leave your honest review to let us know! Each month, one lucky podcast reviewer will be selected to receive a free coaching session with me – Eleanor Beaton!                                                             What are you waiting for? Head on over to iTunes, subscribe and leave a review to enter your name into this month’s drawing!                                                                                            And, if you really want to ramp up your fierceness…                                                             Reach out to us for a free 30-minute Bold Women in Business Makeover Session with me or one of the fabulous coaches on my team!                                                             Explore your path and discover how you can be the fiercest lady-boss possible. Visit EleanorBeaton.com/Discover.                                                                                                                                     A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors                                                           This episode was made possible by our wonderful sponsors, BMO – Bank of Montreal – The Bank for Women.                                                     Join the conversation at BMO for Women to gain the insight, knowledge, and support you need to succeed and to truly understand how to manage your money!        

I’m delighted to be podcasting from beautiful London England where I’m having a wonderful time doing business, visiting my family, and speaking at a conference for entrepreneurs where the topic of income generation came up. We hear the call and we become business women, but when it comes to monetizing I notice that many women entrepreneurs feel guilty about making money. The subjects of helping women become fierce successful financial leaders and overcoming money blocks are subjects I have a deep fascination in. 

Welcome back, Fierce Feminine Leaders! In this episode, I have a special guest on the air with me – Julie Weeks, President and CEO of Womenable, a for-profit social enterprise that works to enable women’s entrepreneurship worldwide. Keep Reading >> Julie’s business focuses on helping women-owned businesses through improved systems, policies, laws, programs, and research-based knowledge to help women in the creation and growth of their companies. Julie is the leading expert in the field of women enterprise development, with over 30 years of experience in the public and private sector. Since 2007, Womenable has partnered with American Express OPEN to develop and deliver research-based statistics on the role that women-owned businesses have had on the post-recession market throughout the United States and globally. She joins us today to share a few of the statistics that the 2016 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report has revealed this year in comparison to previous years, as well as shares some insight on how she grew her business and tips for women who are considering starting a business in the near future. Thank you, Julie, for being on the show today and sharing this valuable information with the Fierce Feminine Leadership listeners. Notable Statistics: There are 11.3-Million women-owned businesses in the United States employing nearly 9-Million people and generating over $1.6-Trillion in revenue. Women-owned businesses make up 38% of the business population and employ 8% of the country’s private sector workforce. Since 2007, nearly 1,100 net women-owned businesses are launched each and every day. 44% of women-owned businesses are owned by women of color in the United States. Between 2007 and 2016, 79% of the net new women-owned businesses are owned by women of color. The share of employment that are accounted for women-owned businesses, as well as revenue, remains flat lined since 2002. Employment shares have only grown by one percent – from 7% to 8%. Revenue shares have remained unchanged, at 4%. The fastest growth regarding industry sector is among the smallest kinds in business; the service sector has doubled since 2007. 8 in 10 United States businesses are single-person, private owned businesses, with 9 out of 10 being women-owned. Tips Julie Shares: Be relentless (in a good way); persevere to reach your business goals. “Stick with it; success doesn’t happen overnight.” Remember – teamwork is important. Balance your strengths and weaknesses. Hire other people to handle your weak points to grow a strong business. Most importantly – have fun! To get your hands on the 2016 State of Women-Owned Businesses in the United States Report, visit http://www.womenable.com/. An Open Invitation to All You Fierce Feminine Leaders Are you a coach, consultant, entrepreneur, or service provider wanting to sell your expertise and build your brand? I want to invite you to register for my brand new, free training webinar coming up on May 18! You will learn: The three stories you must tell to become a globally recognized expert, attract influential clients and double your sales in as little as 12-months. Exact sales and marketing structures you need to build a multiple 6-figure business Why so many coaches, consultants, and service providers struggle to replace their corporate salaries. Bonus! I am going to give you a behind the scenes look at how I earned a fabulous income as a global thought leader from my base in Canada! One lucky live participant will win a free gift! To register for my free training webinar “Stories That Sell,” head over to www.eleanorbeaton.com/storiesthatsell Until next time… Stay fierce!  

Jill Payne is the founder of Spiritual Athlete, an elite executive speaker and coach, and a highly sought-after celebrity personal trainer with a passion and talent for tapping into deep emotional energies within others to bring out their inner glow. She has worked with and presented directly to C-Suite and Fortune 500 companies including PepsiCo, NBC, Panasonic, and Boeing.