
The Iconic Podcast
Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself. Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice and personal stories to support you to spark, grow and scale your business as an entrepreneur. This podcast is for the visionary leaders who are committed to creating their legacy, pursuing their dreams and achieving their goals beyond their current circumstance. The Iconic Podcast sets itself apart through Jen’s unparalleled interview style, genuine curiosity and commitment to having women rise to their potential. Formally known as the Becoming Iconic Podcast, this new iteration is dedicated to providing you with the most potent and powerful conversations with those who have overcome, prevailed and built their lives and businesses into the incredible success we see today. Subscribe now and leave a review to be a part of this Iconic movement. Don’t forget to also check out this month’s magazine where we deep dive with the guests who are interviewed here.
Latest episodes

Apr 18, 2023 • 31min
How I Came Back from $100K in Debt
It’s about time you stop identifying as someone who can’t afford things and begin defining what wealth truly means to the version of yourself that you want to become. In today’s solo, you’ll get some tough love from Jen in a crucial conversation about money mindset. Jen shares stories about her past self, who held the belief that money was the root of all evil, and how she came back from $100K in debt. Her own story is living proof that the way you think about money is just as important as the way you earn it.Today on Becoming Iconic:How Jen came back from being $100k in debtUnlearning the false truth that money is the root of evilThe importance of changing your association with moneyThat one time that Jen sold furniture to pay her way into mastermind classConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Apr 10, 2023 • 50min
Heart-Centered Entrepreneurship with Jess Tetu
The first instinct for many of us when we see someone who is highly successful is to assume it was handed to them. This notion is rooted in the fact that with the cards we’ve been dealt in this life, we can’t even imagine ourselves accomplishing what they have been able to… It simply wouldn’t be possible. In today’s episode, Jen is joined by the multifaceted, passionate entrepreneur who’s been named one of Canada’s “Top 40 under 40,” Jess Tetu. Jess is living proof that if we act resourcefully and think outside the box, we can achieve immense success—no matter where we come from. Today on Becoming Iconic:How Jess’s childhood has shaped her into a fearless entrepreneurResponding to the assumption that successful women must come from moneyJess’s sense of obligation to do something meaningful with her platformThe first few steps to make money if you don’t have any to startWhy in-person customer service is so invaluablePredicting the future of brick and mortar businessesConnect with Jess:Hang out with Jess: @jesstetuWork with Jess: jesstetu.comSpa with Jess: justforyoudayspa.comShop with Jess: liareese.comConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Apr 3, 2023 • 21min
Accountability to Honor Self Love Practices
For Jen, as a married mother of four, there are a lot of people who require her time, attention and love. Through the years, and with the help of her breath coach, she has learned that one of the greatest ways to give herself love is through space, time and solitude, with no distractions and no one that requires her attention. Today’s solo is all about holding ourselves, and each other, accountable for regularly making time for the things that nourish our souls. For Jen, a solo weekend centered on work and luxury is the perfect reset, but it may look different for others. Whatever it is, find it, honor it and be sure to make it a part of your life this month. Today on Becoming Iconic:How Jen identified her growing need for solitude Sage advice from her breath coach: take a solo tripOvercoming the fear of asking her husband for supportJen’s warm welcome home after time away, nourishing her soulConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Mar 27, 2023 • 23min
Why I Stopped Offering Group Coaching
Entrepreneurs have a lot of flexibility - they don’t have to sit in a cubicle all day long and don’t have certain tasks to do in order to be told they are doing a “good job”. That said, entrepreneurs can still get stuck in the mundane ways of doing things. Today’s solo episode is about breaking free from routine, in pursuit of work that feels more true and aligned, even if that routine has been lucrative and reliable for a number of years. In Jen’s case, it was time to step away from group coaching in pursuit of something she’s much more passionate about: one on one mentorship. Today on Becoming Iconic:The oversaturation of group coaching offerings Struggling to hold students accountable in a group settingWhat Jen aims to achieve through one on one coaching Connect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Mar 20, 2023 • 43min
Full Self-Expression Through Style with Susan Padron
In the social media world, entrepreneurs are demanded to be seen more than ever. Having a strong sense of style, and the confidence to support it, have become an integral part of creating a successful business, no matter your area of specialty. Today on the show, Jen is joined by Susan Padron, an intuitive personal stylist who supports her clients and community to build and uncover their authentic selves, through clothing and beyond. Susan and Jen talk about what style is, what style is not, and how to reveal your own personal style. Once you understand who you are and what you–and your brand–stand for, you’ll gain the confidence to step out into the world and be authentically, and unapologetically, you. Today on Becoming Iconic:What personal style is notWhy the business on top, pajamas on bottom approach is hurting youWhat it means to be “Oprah ready”The different types of balance points and what they revealTips for a branding photo shootThe benefits of working with a stylist Connect with Susan:Hang out with Susan: @susanpadron_stylistWork with Susan: susanpadronstylist.comConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Mar 13, 2023 • 18min
Men Offer More Than The Money They Make
Man or woman, some of us dream of being CEOs, some of us dream of being parents and some of us dream of something in between. We hear a lot about the paradigm shift women are experiencing, as more and more of us women begin earning more than our partners, but we don’t often stop to acknowledge that men are experiencing a paradigm shift of their own. Many men who place their role as father higher than their role as earner are met with emasculating judgment from the outside. They’re told that they should want to do something more, as if their desire to provide love and support for their children is not enough on its own. Today’s episode is all about advocating for the men who understand that there’s more to being a father than simply footing the bill. Today on Becoming Iconic:Men progress too: Acknowledging parallel paradigm shiftsAddressing those who say a man “should” want to contribute Gratitude for Jen’s husband and the value he provides for her familyHelping primary income earning women get anchored & avoid resentmentConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Mar 6, 2023 • 18min
The Ethics Around Pricing
Today’s solo is Jen’s response to the notion that consistently raising your prices is the only way to scale your business, and the rampant ego stroking that’s fueling the inflation within the entrepreneurial space. Of course, there are many people who may be undervaluing their services, and do need to increase prices in order to reflect higher self-worth, but the select few under-qualified sellers and ego-driven buyers need to be called out and held accountable. This episode is about establishing when enough is enough and serves as a reminder that there are other ways to grow a business.Today on Becoming Iconic:The ego stroking problem: holding both the client and provider accountableJen’s own approach to establishing attainable pricesA self-reflection and evaluation of Jen’s business offeringsStop raising your prices and start broadening your servicesConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Feb 27, 2023 • 59min
Healing Families, Businesses and Lives with Peggy Curry
Today on the show, Jen has a conversation with the mother, woman of spirit, and author of Damn Good: Gluten Free, Peggy Curry. Peggy’s story alone is all the proof that women need to see that they don’t need to sacrifice family for career, or career for family. You can have both! In this episode, Jen and Peggy bond over their relentless pursuit of the creative and entrepreneurial spark that they have in common, alongside raising four children and maintaining a healthy marriage. They also talk about what it takes for women to step into their personal power–despite the negative projections from others in their space–, raising spiritual children in the age of technology, and what it’s like for Peggy to share a business with her daughter. Today on Becoming Iconic:Balancing being an entrepreneur and raising four kidsWhat Peggy has learned from working with her daughter The real definition of personal power Raising children of spirit at homeParents and technology: It’s all about intentionThe power of time spent alone–especially for hard working mothersConnect with Peggy:Book: Damn Good Gluten FreeWebsite: currygirlskitchen.comInstagram: @currygirlskitchenTikTok: @currygirlskitchenPinterest: @thecurrygirlsYoutube: @currygirlskitchenPodcast: Make Life DeliciousConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Feb 20, 2023 • 11min
What if You Never Achieve Your Goals?
Most of us have this summit that we’re looking toward as we climb the mountain of business, life, and entrepreneurship. Each and every day, we envision ourselves reaching the peak, looking out at the world with unmatched satisfaction and joy. But what if you never get there? Then what? Today’s solo is a response to this question, the same question Jen’s mentor asked her, “Will you live a big, beautiful life regardless of what your revenue looks like?” This isn’t meant to take away from your big dreams, goals, or ambitions, but to remind you not to postpone your fulfillment and to find joy in the journey itself.Today on Becoming Iconic:Don’t get caught solely chasing the summitSeparating your business goals from personal fulfillmentHow Jen would feel if she never accomplished her goalsRecognizing the gift of time and presenceConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co

Feb 13, 2023 • 12min
5 Intentional Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day
So many of us have this negative feeling around Valentine’s Day because we feel pressured by it. We feel pressured to express our love in the right way, at the right place, and at the right time, and we fear letting ourselves and our partner down. In an effort to calm these anxieties, Jen shares 5 intentional ways to celebrate this Valentine’s Day with your lover, friends, and family. With these simple and easy ideas in mind, you can begin changing the way you think and feel, about the most romantic day of the year. Today on Becoming Iconic:Why love is always the secret ingredient Five easy and intentional ways to celebrate Valentine’s DayHow love-hungry singles can approach the most romantic day of the yearConnect with Jen:Read BI Magazine: becomingiconic.co/magazineHang out with Jen: @becomingiconic Work with Jen: becomingiconic.co This show is produced by Soulfire ProductionsConnect with Jen: Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__ Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconic See all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.co
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