Behind Her Empire

Ever wonder how people eat healthy and actually stick to it? That’s what we chatted about with board certified nutritionist and classically trained chef, Mia Rigden — healthy eating when you have little time (and yes, it can taste good!).In this episode you’ll learn: How to make quick meals at home without meal prepThe truth about delicious cooking and how anyone can do itInspiring ideas for easy and nourishing mealsHow lifestyle factors influence our food choicesThe how and why of an elimination dietMia Rigden is a board certified nutritionist, trained chef, and the author of The Well Journal (2020) and Foodwise, a comprehensive, encouraging guide to healthy eating with 100 original, nutritionally-balanced and flavor-enriching recipes.Mia holds a Masters of Nutrition and Integrative Health from the Maryland University of Integrative Health, along with a Holistic Health Coaching license from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, a Grand Diplome in Culinary Arts from the International Culinary Institute (formerly the French Culinary Institute) and a BA in English Literature from the University of California at Santa Barbara. This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Mia:* Website: https://miarigden.com/* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mia_rigden/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nothing worth having in life ever comes easy and today’s guest, Shiloh Johnson, knows this firsthand. The youngest of seven siblings and a single mother at 17, Shiloh Johnson is no stranger to hard times. But, as she explains in this episode, the hard times are what mold us into better and better versions of ourselves.Shiloh is the founder of ComplYant, a tech platform that provides small business owners with all the information they need to properly manage their business taxes. While working in corporate, Shiloh came to the realization that she was never going to get paid what she was worth, so she set herself a six-month financial target and ventured out into the world of entrepreneurship. After seeing the pain points the small business owners had, Shiloh ultimately launched ComplYant, a tech company that has raised over $12M in funding and become one of the few Black women to raise $10M+.Shiloh shares her experience of bringing an idea to life, testing it before going all-in, and the importance of putting yourself out there, asking for help, and pivoting along the way. We also talk about how to overcome self-imposed limits and the importance of managing your mental health as a founder, and so much more! In this episode, we’ll talk to Shiloh about:* Why, as a business owner, it is essential that you address your self-imposed limiting beliefs. [02:44]* Lessons that Shiloh learned growing up as the youngest of seven children. [05:05]* Shiloh’s experience of becoming a parent at 17. [07:26]* Where the foundations of excellence lie. [08:09]* How Shiloh’s family pushed her in the right direction. [10:28]* Why Shiloh decided to major in accounting rather than pursuing her original goal of being a lawyer. [13:48]* Shiloh’s motivation for founding her tech company, ComplYant. [19:11]* The self-set target that Shiloh exceeded in her first month as a business owner. [20:46]* What the early days of Shiloh’s entrepreneurial journey consisted of. [21:57]* Benefits of getting industry expertise prior to starting your own business. [24:33]* The invaluable service that ComplYant offers to small business owners. [25:00]* Why Shiloh doesn’t waste any time turning her ideas into reality. [27:32]* When Shiloh decided to join an accelerator and how it changed her life. [31:30]* Challenges that Shiloh ran into while fundraising for ComplYant. [36:55]* The book to read if you are thinking about raising capital. [38:11]* The shift that occurred when Shiloh stopped trying to pitch to investors (and the approach she opted for instead). [40:01]* Some of Shiloh’s proudest moments. [44:10]* An overview of ComplYant’s offerings. [046:02]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Shiloh:* ComplYant Website: https://complyant.co/* ComplYant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complyantapp/ * Shiloh's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shilohajohnson/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wonder if intermittent fasting is worth the hype? Or how it affects women specifically?There is mounting evidence supporting the health benefits of intermittent fasting – but when women in their reproductive years strictly apply it, it could do more harm than good.Today’s guest, Cynthia Thurlow, walks us through ALL the details so women can feel empowered to use this transformational tool at every stage of life.In this episode you’ll learn: Why intermittent fasting is a powerful practiceHow women in their reproductive years can safely fast How fasting can help improve PCOSWhat circadian fasting is and how it benefits youThe benefits of creatine for womenAnd more…Cynthia Thurlow is a globally recognized expert in nutrition & intermittent fasting, highly sought after speaker, CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness Project. She’s been a nurse practitioner for 20+ years, is a 2x TEDx speaker: her 2nd talk on intermittent fasting has been viewed over 7 million times. She has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW and in Medium and Entrepreneur. She is the host of Everyday Wellness podcast, which was listed as “20 podcasts that will help you grow in 2020” by Entrepreneur magazine, and in Business Insider “21 podcasts to expand your mind in 2021.”As an advocate for living a fulfilled, healthy and well-balanced lifestyle, Cynthia has committed her career to serving women in their thirties and beyond. She is countering the notion that “this is just how we age, now settle and accept it” and is leading the way for change. As part of that endeavor, Cynthia brings over 20 years of medical experience, combined with current and progressive nutritional perspectives/approaches to truly serve women frustrated with the status quo.This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle. * Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Cynthia:* Website: https://cynthiathurlow.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's mini-episode features two incredible women, MaryRuth Ghiyam, founder of MaryRuth Organics, a wellness brand offering over 130 high-quality, vitamins and supplements, and Loren Ridinger, the co-founder of internet retailing giants, Shop.Com and Market America.They share their insights and step-by-step approach on how they think about their schedule and design their calendar for success. MaryRuth discusses the power of time blocking to create more freedom and confidence, while Loren emphasizes the importance of tackling the hardest tasks first, thinking in weeks instead of days, and setting specific dates for your goals. Make sure to check out their full episodes for even more inspiring gems:MaryRuth’s Full episode: https://www.behindherempire.com/episode/maryruth-ghiyam Loren’s Full episode: https://www.behindherempire.com/episode/loren-ridinger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We sat down with celebrity Nutritionist Mona Sharma, who shares how she overcame two heart surgeries and debilitating anxiety. We left feeling so empowered and inspired to honor our bodies through daily rituals and rhythms. If you’re looking for a nourishing listen, you don’t want to miss this one!In this episode you’ll learn: Why lack of self worth holds us back from healingHow to design a routine with rituals that uniquely nourish youThe power of food as medicine for gut and hormonal healthHow to create a your own ashram at homeMona Sharma is a dynamic leader and entrepreneur in the health and wellness industry who works with high-profile clients worldwide. As a Nutritionist and NLP Practitioner, Mona approaches healing by looking at all pillars of health, combining modern science with the power of ancient rituals rooted in one's nature for optimal health for life.As Will Smith, Julianne Hough, Jay Shetty, and Hrithik Roshan's nutritionist, Mona has also been seen on The Today Show, The Doctor's Television, and The Red Table Talk sharing her expertise. Having grown up living in an Ashram, Mona has seen first-hand the healing power of food and mindfulness. Her approach is rooted in this philosophy - food as medicine, movement as therapy, and mindfulness as the journey to optimize health. Mona's philosophy led to her recovery from two heart surgeries, miscarriages, and debilitating anxiety and ultimately changed her career path from a high-profile corporate job.Mona is also the founder of Xicama™, an innovative line of food and functional beverage products that deliver gut health and immune boosting benefits of the superfood jicama, and broke sales records as an official beverage of Coachella 2019.This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle. * Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Mona:* Websites: https://xicamalife.com/ & https://www.monasharma.com/ * Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monasharma/ * Xicama Instagram: https://xicamalife.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ooshma Garg is the Founder and CEO of Gobble, the weekly dinner kit service that helps busy professionals make dinner in just 15 minutes thanks to their ready-to-cook ingredients. In 2022, her company was acquired by Intelligent Foods for nine figures, making her the CEO of both Gobble and the health-focused meal delivery brand Sunbasket.Ooshma's success is not just about starting and building an incredible multi-million-dollar brand, but it’s also about the resilience and perseverance that she demonstrated during the early days of the business. Ooshma’s non-linear trajectory has been filled with highs, lows, failures, and wins that will inspire anyone listening!During this interview, Ooshma shares how it took years for Gobble to finally hit product-market fit and how she managed her resilience and mental health when she barely had any money, and investors were telling her to sell and get rid of her company.We delve into Ooshma's experience of raising over $30M in venture capital from the “who's who” of Silicon Valley. We get a real and authentic view of raising money and who shouldn’t be going down the venture capital path, and the different options that are available to you. Ooshma discusses why cash is king but profitability is freedom and why it’s so important to know your numbers. We also chat about Ooshma’s experience achieving “success” as an entrepreneur when selling a business, why it’s important to embrace the journey rather than solely focusing on reaching certain milestones and destinations, and so much more.In this episode, we’ll talk to Ooshma about:* Ooshma’s stance on comparison and how to break free from limited thinking. [02:50]* How facing rejection from a young age prepared her for entrepreneurship. [05:00]* Challenges and lessons from Ooshma’s early entrepreneurial journey. [07:10]* Food as nourishment, not just fuel, and a first step to managing mental health. [11:15]* Ways that the Gobble business model evolved on the journey to product-market fit. [16:03]* Why technology and innovation aren’t one and the same. [19:40]* Owned core competencies versus those you outsource or rely on your user for. [21:06]* Tips for avoiding “popularized Silicon Valley benchmarks” as you build your brand. [22:30]* How to follow your personal North star when the path to success is non-linear. [25:42]* Unpacking Ooshma’s belief that cash is king, but profitability is freedom. [28:08]* Why venture capital isn’t the only option when you’re raising money. [30:34]* Insight into Gobble’s nine-figure acquisition and why you shouldn’t “build to sell.” [37:46]* Ooshma’s transition from one-company CEO to multi-venture CEO. [39:22]* Advice for navigating burnout by pursuing the things that energize you. [42:45]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle. Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Ooshma:* Website: https://www.gobble.com/* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ooshma/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re looking to extend your healthspan and your lifespan, this is the episode for you.Today we’re talking about the organ of longevity – your muscle! Not prioritizing your muscle can have disastrous consequences such as excessive weight gain, insulin resistance, and much more. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is our guest today, and she’s talking all about muscle and protein. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN...* Why strength training is important for women* How much protein we need to build and maintain muscle* Why being overweight might be a muscle issue, not a fat issue* And more...Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in Nutritional Science and Geriatrics and is board certified in Family Medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition, Vitamin, and Mineral Metabolism at the University of Illinois. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is the founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine® and has a private practice that services the leaders, innovators, mavericks, Special Operations military, and executives in their respective fields.This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Dr. Gabrielle:* Website: https://drgabriellelyon.com/* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, we’re mixing things up again! We're doing another behind-the-scenes podcast on my journey as an entrepreneur and podcast host!So this week, just like I’ve done before, I’ve handed over the mic to my husband, Dhru Purohit, who’s graciously stepping into the role of host.Our behind-the-scenes episode series has been one of the most listened-to of all time so I'm hoping today's topic brings a lot of value to you!Here are just a few of the topics we’ll be covering:How my journey of imposter syndrome is going now compared to when I launched my business, beeyaThe habits and routines I practice to help me avoid burnoutHow I work through feelings of overwhelm, and so much moreAs always, I’d love to get your thoughts on the episode, and hear your feedback! DM me or email me at yasmin@behindherempire.com - I’m always looking for ways to add value and help inspire you!This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle. * Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://beeyawellness.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever had a health goal in mind but you can’t seem to take the steps to get there? This episode is for you. Dr. Anjali Dsouza is our guest today, and in this episode we dive into ways for busy women to set up healthy habits and much much more. In this episode you’ll learn….* The connection between the gut microbiome and your hormones * How to build a healthy gut microbiome * Why your schedule matters and how to set yourself up for success* How to eat a hormone healthy diet * And more…. Dr. Anjali Dsouza is an integrative and functional medicine doctor specifically interested in helping high-achieving but overscheduled women achieve their best health. She runs a practice in DC called the District Center for Integrative Medicine, and she can be found on Instagram @anjalidsouzamd.  Dr. Dsouza also runs a private network, Your Goddess Health Unleashed, for women interested in coming together and learning about maximizing their health outcomes.This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya’s seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10.Follow Dr. Dsouza: * Website: https://dcimedicine.com/dr-anjali-dsouza/* Dr. Dzousa's Your Goddess Health Unleashed Program: https://members.yourgoddesshealthunleashed.com/* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dranjalidsouza/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hard work, a good heart, and good intentions will get you everywhere. This week’s guest, Eilyn Jiminez believes that authenticity should always rule, and it shows. She’s the star of the hit Netflix show, Designing Miami, and the Founder and Director of Sire Design, an all-woman luxury interior design studio based in Miami. Eilyn’s journey to success has been anything but straightforward, starting out in the legal field before finding her true passion in the world of architecture and interior design. While you may have heard the highlights of her story on CNN, NBC, or E!, she joins us today to give us an authentic look at her story.Eilyn shares her insights on how to garner the courage to go after your dreams, despite any setbacks you may face. She’s big on patience, hard work, and kindness, and shares how her parents’ immigrant mentality has influenced her mindset. You’ll hear what she does to push through insecurity and fear, and what motivates her to forge ahead even when it’s hard. We also get a behind-the-scenes look into her Netflix show, her thoughts around family planning, and the importance of really doubling down on your authentic self & tips on how to do that, and so much more.In this episode, we’ll talk to Eilyn about: * What differentiates those who have the courage to go after their goals and dreams. [03:15]* The secret weapon of hard work. [05:22]* How Eilyn’s parents’ immigrant mindset has influenced her thinking. [09:15]* How her interests shifted from law to creative pursuits as she grew older. [12:24]* The role of Eilyn’s community in embracing her desire to live differently. [19:59]* The importance of having a ‘why’ beyond just getting rich. [23:00]* How Eilyn experienced the period of her life where she was working for other people. [26:22]* What the early phases of Eilyn’s business looked like. [30:53]* Self-validation and acknowledging your achievements. [34:37]* Eilyn’s advice for the days when you aren’t operating at 100%. [37:41]* The unexpected events that led to Eilyn and her husband starring in a Netflix show. [42:05]* Working in a similar industry to your spouse. [48:43]* Navigating family pressure to start a family while building a business. [52:12]* What’s next for Eilyn. [55:15]Follow Eilyn: Website: https://www.siredesign.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siredesign/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/eilynjimenez_/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.