Best Big Gorgeous Goals Podcasts (2025)

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Pivoting with Purpose: Learning To Leverage Unlikely Skills with Shari Cedar 36:42

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Julie's brand new Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook can be ordered now! Grab your copy. Shari Cedar's remarkable career pivot reveals how seemingly unrelated skills can become your greatest business assets. In this episode of Figure 8, we discover the unconventional journey from TV production to becoming CEO of AK Building Services-- a major co…

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Growing a Million-Dollar Wellness Brand Through Crisis with Amber Briggle 36:12

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Julie's brand new Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook can be ordered now! Grab your copy. Amber Briggle shares her inspiring journey from hands-on massage therapist to CEO of Soma Massage Therapy, a business that has grown to two locations grossing over a million dollars annually with plans to franchise nationwide. Amber Briggle (she/her) is the …

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From Pay Gap to Powerhouse: Shantel Love’s Rise to the Top 30:58

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In this electrifying episode of Unleashing Your Great Work, we’re joined by Shantel Love—award-winning VP of Customer Success, keynote speaker, and author of Promote Your Damn Self. From near homelessness to managing over a billion dollars in her career, Shantel shares her powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and rising to the top. Learn how …

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Scaling Your Business Beyond Media with Denise Bedell 34:14

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Julie's brand new Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook can be ordered now! Grab your copy. Denise Bedell shares her journey pivoting from media to entrepreneurship as the founder of Content Innovo, helping businesses share their content and tell stories worldwide. Denise is an EPPY-nominated journalist and editor, who has been telling the stories …

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The Power of Respect in Unpredictable Times with Dr. Gena Cox 47:28

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Dr. Gina Cox returns to explore the power of respect in transforming workplaces and society. In this candid and timely conversation, Gina shares her Respect Ethos Framework, explains how respect fuels innovation, and reflects on how societal shifts have redefined her “great work.” Whether you're a leader, collaborator, or change-seeker, this episod…

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Legacy to Leadership: Transforming a Mission-Critical Business with Ania Aliev 33:28

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Julie's brand new Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook can be ordered now! Grab your copy. Ania Aliev shares her journey of entrepreneurship through acquisition, transforming Life Support Systems from a paper-based business into a digital operation with growth potential. Her story demonstrates the importance of careful change management and mainta…

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Letting Go to Grow: The Real Secret Behind Big Gorgeous Goals with Julie Ellis 43:52

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Guest: Julie Ellis, award-winning entrepreneur, author of Big Gorgeous Goals, and podcast host of Figure 8 Summary: Julie Ellis returns to Unleashing Your Great Work for a lively and insightful conversation about building businesses, setting Big Gorgeous Goals, the necessity of collaboration, and how trusting others is essential to growing your gre…

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Designing Your Ideal Life: The Leveraged Business Model with Fabienne Fredrickson 37:28

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Julie's brand new Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Fabienne Fredrickson shares how solo business owners can make powerful impact with their work while creating time for rest, joy, and pleasure. She reveals the framework she used to grow her business by 538% in just three years. For 20+ years, Fabienne Fredrickso…

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The Neuroscience of Connection: Why Great Work Requires a Wolf Pack 40:41

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In this transformative conversation, Dr. Catherine Franssen joins the podcast to discuss the science behind stress, connection, and collaboration. Drawing on her background in neurobiology and decades of research, Catherine shares why building a "wolf pack" is not only beneficial but essential for mental resilience and peak performance. From oxytoc…

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From Daycares to Dynasties with Victoria Sopik 31:28

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Entrepreneurs, listen up. Amplify Your Voice 2025, the financial edition is where you need to be. Brought to you by Canadian Small Business Women, a place for entrepreneurs to find the resources to take their businesses to the next stage. You'll learn from incredible keynote speakers and leave feeling more confident about your financial future. Fro…

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Why Great Work Needs Great Collaboration: AJ Harper on Writing, Trust, and Staying in the Game 42:31

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In this inspiring episode of Unleashing Your Great Work, Dr. Amanda Krowl is joined once again by the brilliant AJ Harper — author, ghostwriter, teacher, and mastermind behind “Write a Must-Read.” Together, they dive deep into what it means to do truly great work, the power of creative collaboration, and the emotional resilience needed to keep goin…

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The Art of Business Delegation with Marla Coffin 38:40

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Entrepreneurs, listen up. Amplify Your Voice 2025, the financial edition is where you need to be. Brought to you by Canadian Small Business Women, a place for entrepreneurs to find the resources to take their businesses to the next stage. You'll learn from incredible keynote speakers and leave feeling more confident about your financial future. Fro…

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It’s Not About You: Tough Love For True Visibility for Experts 35:41

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In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Amanda interviews visual storytelling expert John DeMato, who shares how his journey from behind the scenes of daytime television to behind the camera helped him discover and share his own great work. John specializes in photographing speakers, coaches, authors, and other experts—not just capturing what the…

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Navigating Challenges in Women’s Health and Business with Aeryon Ashlie 35:37

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Engaging women entrepreneurs and health advocates, our latest episode features the award-winning Aeryon Ashlie, founder of Aeryon Wellness Supplements. We delved into the importance of NPN certifications and supporting Canadian products, navigating business challenges, an…

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Breaking Free from Money Shame: Anne Lester on Smart Financial Habits & Rethinking Your Financial Future 35:49

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What if your money struggles aren’t a moral failure—but a systems problem? In this powerful episode of Unleashing Your Great Work, Amanda Crowell sits down with Anne Lester, retirement expert, author of Your Best Financial Life, and former Head of Retirement Solutions at JP Morgan. Anne is on a mission to remove shame from the conversation around m…

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Why Female Founders Thrive: Lessons from the Frontlines with Jess Schultz 32:25

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Jess Schultz, the founder and CEO of Amplify Group, shares her unique journey from finance to entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the value of support and progressive networks for women in business. As the founder and CEO of Amplify Group, Jess Schultz is a go-to market supe…

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The Power of Collaboration in Great Work 20:37

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In this episode of Unleashing Your Great Work, Dr. Amanda Crowell takes us on her personal journey from going it alone to embracing collaboration as the key to success. She shares hard-earned lessons about the six levels of collaboration and how moving beyond solo work can unlock greater impact, creativity, and fulfillment. If you've ever hesitated…

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Building a Sweet Business: How Cookies & Dreams Scaled from Local to Nationwide 31:52

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Steph Sellers, founder of Cookies and Dreams, and her mission to spread joy through gourmet cookies. As she navigates the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, she shares valuable insights into building community connect…

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Navigating Change with Clarity: How Astrology Can Help You Step into Your Great Work with Jill Paider 36:11

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On this episode, we dive deep with Jill Paider—an award-winning photographer turned astrologer—who shares how astrology became her ultimate tool for self-mastery and creativity. If you’ve ever felt like something big was shifting in your life but couldn’t quite put it into words—this episode will give you a whole new perspective. Listen now and dis…

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Revolutionizing Recruitment and Unlocking Human Potential 42:39

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Caitlin McGregor’s journey as the founder of Plum transforms the hiring landscape by embracing data to reveal innate talents rather than relying on traditional resumes. The episode explores how technology and behavioural data can help businesses thrive while ensuring that…

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How to Stay Focused on Your Great Work and Stop Getting Sidetracked with Dr. Amanda Crowell 41:51

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Have you ever set a goal and then completely forgotten about it? Or worse—remembered it later and felt frustrated that you never followed through? That’s Goalnesia, and today we’re tackling it head-on. In this episode, we’ll explore: ✅ Why Goalnesia happens (and why it’s not just procrastination) ✅ Six powerful questions to uncover hidden mindset b…

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Kristi Herold: Building Community Through Sports and Play 34:39

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. This conversation with Kristi Herold illustrates how play can be a transformative force in both personal and professional realms. With insights into her journey, the evolution of JAM, and the impact of recreational play on workplace culture, this episode offers valuable l…

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Unarmored Leadership to Unleash Great Work with Susan Eckstein | UYGW80 40:07

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Host: Dr. Amanda Crowell Guest: Susan Eckstein, Executive & Leadership Coach, Creator of Unarmored Leadership 🎧 Episode Summary What if the very things that once protected you are now holding you back? In this episode of Unleashing Your Great Work, we welcome Susan Eckstein, an executive and leadership coach specializing in Unarmored Leadership. Su…

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Jacqueline Sava: Building the Soak Wash Brand 40:59

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. This episode highlights Jacqueline Sava's inspiring journey as the founder of Soak Wash, revealing her innovative approach to creating a product that cares for delicate clothing while prioritizing sustainability. She discusses education's role in fostering consumer relati…

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Lori Weir: Scaling for Success in FinTech 33:50

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Welcome to Figure Eight, where we feature inspiring stories of women entrepreneurs who’ve grown their businesses to seven and eight figures. Today, we’re joined by Lori Weir, co-founder and CEO of Four Eyes Financial, a fintech company. Lori, an experienced entrepreneur, …

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Julie Ellis: Make 2025 Your BEST Year 21:11

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. What if you could transform your biggest dreams into tangible achievements? Join me, Julie Ellis, as we journey through the art of setting and conquering big, gorgeous goals in a solo episode of Figure Eight. Drawing from my book "Big, Gorgeous Goals," I share actionable …

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How to Guide Your Great Work Gracefully Into 2025 | UYGW79 25:00

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Take the time to reflect on 2025 in a manner guaranteed to make you feel grounded today and hopeful in 2025. Here are some links you might need: Grab the workbook! Join me for my free, live, online events, the Great Work Series! Try the Great Work Journals!By Dr. Amanda Crowell

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Unlocking Potential with Kelsey Kitsch 35:24

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Canada's top woman entrepreneur, Kelsey Kitsch, takes center stage as she discusses her remarkable career path characterized by bold choices and relentless ambition. From an unorthodox application to the Ivy Business School to leading ventures in frontier industries like …

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Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker: Trailblazing Organic Snacks 32:57

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode, Julie interviews Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker, founder of DeeBee's Organics. Dionne shares her journey from a career in maternal-fetal toxicology to creating a successful organic snack company. They discuss the challenges Dionne faced in the retail landscape, h…

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How To Focus Your Attention On Your Great Work Even As The World Does Its Best To Distract You | UYGW78 22:38

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I don't know about you, but I've been fighting to keep myself focused on my Great Work in the past couple of weeks. Things seem to be moving at the speed of light out in the world, and I'm struggling to keep up. To bring myself back into myself, I used my 3B protocol to get myself back on track. The 3B protocol is a way to prioritize your jumbled, …

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Margaret Coons: On Scaling Nuts For Cheese 32:57

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Margaret Coons, the innovative mind behind Nuts For Cheese, takes us through her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, from selling her artisanal vegan cheeses at a local farmer's market to conquering the grocery aisles across Canada and the U.S. Margaret shares her grassroo…

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Meghan Walker: Learning to Fail Forward and Grow 32:21

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Join us on Figure Eight as we uncover the transformative journeys of women stepping into the entrepreneurial world from high-skilled professions. Our guest, Dr. Meghan Walker, a successful naturopath and business strategist, shares her unique insights on the challenges fa…

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Trena White of Page Two: Navigating the New Age of Publishing 35:30

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode Julie Ellis converses with Trena White, co-founder and co-CEO of Page Two, a non-fiction book publishing firm. Trena shares her journey from traditional publishing to establishing Page Two, emphasizing the shift to a hybrid publishing model that offers aut…

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Wendy Brookhouse: Helping Women Entrepreneurs Build Valuable Businesses 36:02

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode of "Figure Eight," Julie converses with Wendy Brookhouse, an independent financial advisor specializing in women entrepreneurs. Wendy discusses her journey, the challenges of starting her own practice, and her unique approach to financial advising. Wendy a…

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Robin Todd: Journey of a Leader 41:47

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode of "Figure Eight," Julie converses with Robin, a successful entrepreneur in the plumbing wholesale industry. Robin shares her journey from joining her father's business to purchasing and growing it to over $140 million in revenue. They discuss the challeng…

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Marcia Dawood: Transforming the Funding Journey for Women Founders 35:09

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode of Figure Eight, host Julie Ellis converses with Marcia Dawood about the funding challenges faced by women entrepreneurs. They discuss the importance of bootstrapping and strategic fundraising to avoid equity loss and the trap of constant fundraising. Marc…

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Jill Knittel: Transitioning from Day-to-Day Operations to Strategic Growth 35:20

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Julie interviews Jill Knittel, the founder of JK Executive Strategies. Jill shares her nearly 30-year journey in the recruiting industry, emphasizing the importance of building deep client relationships and understanding company culture. This discussion covers the challen…

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Erika MacKay’s Niche for Design: How Workplace Wellness Supports Employees 34:46

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode, Julie interviews Erika MacKay, the founder and CEO of Niche for Design, about her journey in interior design and her focus on workspace wellness. They discuss the evolving office environment and Erika shares her experience of balancing entrepreneurship wi…

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Cari Kenzie’s Journey of Resilience and Empowerment 41:56

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Join Julie as she interviews Cari Kenzie, an entrepreneur and resilience coach, about growing and selling a multi-million dollar business, founding her leadership empowerment company iShft, and her journey of self-discovery after surviving the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing…

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Tina Sue Moser's Passion for Growth and Opportunity: Empowering Entrepreneurs 35:37

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode of the Figure Eight podcast, Julie converses with Tina Sue Moser, a former entrepreneur who sold her business and now partners at Cultivate Advisors. Tina Sue recounts her journey from starting her business for flexibility as a mother, through the challeng…

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Women Funding Women: Sherry Shannon-Vanstone is Closing the Venture Capital Gender Gap 49:01

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. In this episode of Figure Eight, Julie welcomes Sherry Shannon-Vanstone, US government mathematician turned award-winning Silicon Valley startup leader turned venture capital collective co-founder. Julie and Sherry discuss building inclusive work cultures, the complexitie…

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Purposeful Entrepreneurship: Tara Milburn and Ethical Swag 41:15

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Join us for another episode of Figure Eight where Julie talks with Tara Milburn, the founder and CEO of Ethical Swag. Tara recounts the challenges of promoting sustainable products in a traditionally non-sustainable industry, the decision to become a B Corp, and building …

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Jenn Harper and Cheekbone Beauty: Using Business To Do Good In The World 38:49

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Sustainability in beauty is not just a trend; it's a responsibility. In conversation with the award-winning Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty, we explored the innovation behind sustainable beauty. From establishing an Indigenous innovation lab blending traditional …

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Brewing Success: Tonia Jahshan's Sipology, From Tea to Wellness 34:41

1y ago34:41

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Ever wondered how to juggle the hats of entrepreneur, mother, and partner? Tonia Jahshan, Julie's guest on Figure 8, shared her incredible story of growing Steeped Tea (now Sipology), from a one-woman operation to appearing on Dragon's Den to being a regular on the PROFIT…

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Scaling Yourself While Scaling Your Business: Anna-Vija McClain’s Growth Journey 39:09

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Did you know that systems, processes, and delegation are essential to scaling your business? Ten years after accidentally starting her business, Anna-Vija McClain and her team have helped hundreds of business owners scale and grow their brands. Anna-Vija McClain is an exp…

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Erica Paolicelli and Three Brothers Winery's Story of Resilience and Adaptability 37:35

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Imagine reinventing your business so it can survive the pandemic and then the next year, navigating the chaos of a total loss fire on your business property. In this week's episode of Figure Eight, Three Brothers Winery partner Erica Paolicelli discusses the critical impo…

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Entrepreneurship, Fulfillment and Purpose with Alyssa Kerbel 48:13

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Alyssa Kerbel, the founder of mini mioche, built her business on sustainable, ethical practices and when the time was right, exited mini mioche in order to continue making the impact she craved. Success isn't one-size-fits-all and Alyssa and Julie discuss how redefining s…

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Mandy Friend Gigliotti: Scaling Up by Building Multiple Businesses 42:21

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Ever wondered how a former Team Canada lacrosse player turns into a thriving entrepreneur? In Julie's conversation with Mandy Friend Gigliotti, they unpack her fascinating transition from athletics to real estate mogul to being the owner of multiple successful businesses.…

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Marnie Rabinovitch Consky's Thigh Society: Redefining Comfort, One Leg at a Time 44:42

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. Ever dealt with that annoying thigh chafing? Julie had a heart-to-heart with Marnie Rabinovitch Consky, Founder and CEO of Thigh Society, who turned her personal struggle into a thriving business. Thigh Society is the leading direct-to-consumer brand of size-inclusive lon…

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Gina Schaefer's Recovery Hardware: Culture, Values, and Doing the Unexpected 40:06

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Julie's Big Gorgeous Goals: Official Workbook is here! Order your copy today. From hiring previously incarcerated folks and those in addiction recovery to implementing an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Gina Schaefer's story of entrepreneurship demonstrates what it can look like to understand and support the community you serve. When Gina mov…