Best Ignite to Rise/Crystal Cornacchia Podcasts (2025)

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21//The #1 Mistake Mom Entrepreneurs Make (And It’s Not What You Think) 17:54

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whew. This one? It’s gonna feel like someone finally said the thing you’ve been trying to explain for years. We’re talking about why you’re really tired—and it’s not because you’re lazy or unmotivated. It’s because you’re building your business like your life isn’t already full of caregiving, decision-making, and constant emotional labor. This epis…

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20// 3 Signs You’re Still Waiting for Permission to Do Less 15:32

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If rest still feels like something you have to earn—this episode is going to hit deep. We’re digging into the real reason you’re still exhausted: You’re waiting for permission to stop. Not from your coach. Not from your calendar. From you. I’m walking you through 3 hidden ways that shows up—and how to shift it without blowing up your life. Inside t…

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19//You’re Not Failing at Balance—You’re Just Trying to Be Two People 15:50

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If you’re tired of flipping roles all day—CEO by day, mom by night, and somehow still feeling like you’re failing at both—this episode is for you. We’re done chasing balance. It’s a myth that keeps you spinning and exhausted. What you actually need is wholeness. In this episode, I’m walking you through what it looks like to stop splintering yoursel…

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18// From Productivity to Presence: My Hardest Lesson Yet 9:33

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing the hardest lesson I’ve had to learn as a mom and CEO: that productivity doesn’t equal peace. I walk you through the moment I realized my to-do list wasn’t a badge of honor—it was a receipt of how I was spending a life I didn’t even want to be in anymore. I tell you about that moment in the kitchen, the cups, the ach…

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17// Why You Can’t Stop Working at 3:30PM—And How to Fix It Without Guilt 8:57

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This episode is for the moment you swore you’d be done by 3:30PM… but it’s 4:47, the Slack is still pinging, and your kid is asking why you’re not listening (again). It’s not just about setting office hours—it’s about why you don’t keep them, and how to finally stop without guilt following you to the dinner table. We’re digging into why your brain …

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16/: You’re Not Stuck—You’re Just Hiding in the Planning 11:09

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If you’ve ever spent hours “working on your business” and somehow still haven’t posted, pitched, or pressed publish… this one’s for you. Today, we’re digging into the emotional weight behind why you feel stuck—because it’s not your strategy. It’s the fear of showing up and hearing nothing back. I’m sharing the moment I realized I wasn’t building—I …

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15// Being Helpful Isn’t a Business Strategy—It’s a Burnout Pattern 11:31

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If you’re always available and still feel like you’re falling behind-this one’s for you. I’m breaking down what’s really under your chaos: the belief that being helpful = being worthy. We talk metaphors (hello, doorless house), truth bombs, and the one simple shift that’ll help you start leading from power instead of proving. Book your MOM Reset Ca…

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14// You’re Not Distracted—You’re Drowning in Mental Tabs 13:41

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You know that thing where you sit down to write a post and suddenly you’re folding towels or deep-cleaning the fridge? Yeah. Same. This episode is for those days when working from home feels like a full-contact sport. I’m breaking down the exact system I use to stay focused (even with snacks to make, kids yelling, and laundry whispering my name). Y…

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13//You’re Not Behind—You’re Just Buried Under Busy 12:25

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This episode is for the mom who’s doing everything—but still feels like she’s falling behind. We’re calling out the myth that constant motion = progress, and breaking down what’s really happening when you can’t stop long enough to build a better system. I’m walking you through relatable chaos (hello, shoe-hunting middle child) and pulling back the …

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12//You’re Not Figuring It Out—You’re Just Avoiding the Next Step 9:26

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Still telling yourself you're “just figuring it out”? Still waiting for that magical day you’ll finally feel ready to lead? Here’s the truth: You’re not figuring it out anymore. You’re already leading — whether you feel perfectly confident or not. In this bold and real-talk episode, Crystal breaks down how staying in “figuring it out” mode is steal…

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11//Clear Isn’t Difficult: Stop Apologizing for Having Standards 13:11

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If you’ve been avoiding hard conversations because you’re afraid of being seen as "difficult" or "too much," this episode is your permission slip to stop apologizing for having standards. Crystal walks you through 3 tactical moves you can start today to set smoother expectations, make confident requests, and hold your boundaries—without guilt, with…

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10//Hobbies Are Not Content: Reclaiming Joy Outside of Your Business 11:50

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Today, we're talking about something you might not even realize you're missing: real hobbies — ones that aren't tied to content, business, or productivity. If your first thought when trying something new is, "How can I post about this?"... this episode is your permission slip to reclaim joy just for the sake of joy. We'll dig into the invisible tra…

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09//Summer Sanity: How to Run Your Business, Enjoy Your Family, and Ditch the Chaos" 14:43

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This week on Boundaries, Business, and Balance, we're diving into how you can create a summer that feels both productive and connected. No more winging it or trying to "squeeze in work whenever." I’m breaking summer into three simple phases, sharing why Parkinson’s Law matters more than ever, and giving you a step-by-step plan to reclaim your time,…

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08//Your Weekend Is Not a Backup Plan 10:43

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Today on Boundaries, Business, and Balance, we’re calling out one of the biggest traps for high-performing women entrepreneurs: Using your weekends as a business emergency room. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re constantly “catching up,” this episode will show you why the problem isn’t you — it’s the system you’re running. Inside, you’ll learn…

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07//You Don’t Win Awards for Burnout: How to Build a Life That Breathes 11:53

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Episode 7: “You Don’t Win Awards for Burnout: How to Build a Life That Breathes” Today, we’re having a real conversation about the hidden cost of “doing it all.” If you’re tired of running your business, your family, and everyone else’s chaos without a break — this episode will show you exactly how to start leading differently. You’ll learn 3 clear…

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06//Worried What Others Think? How to Build Confidence as a Woman in Business 9:32

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You’re stalling. That post you keep editing? The offer you keep rewording? The video you almost recorded? It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being scared of what people might think. In this episode of Boundaries, Business & Balance, we’re getting real about the fear of judgment—and what it’s actually costing you. Spoiler: It’s not protecting …

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05// You’re Not Falling Behind—You’re Just Missing a Plan 12:47

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If your days feel like one giant catch-up session—and no matter how much you get done, it never feels like enough—this episode is going to be a game-changer. You’re not falling behind. You’re just missing a plan that actually works for your energy, your life, and your business. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why you don’t need a new planner—you nee…

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04//You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Overwhelmed 12:03

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Still saying “yes” to every client request, answering Slack messages at 9 PM, and working through lunch like it’s a badge of honor? In this episode of Boundaries, Business & Balance, I’m calling out the chaos that high-performing women solopreneurs face every day—the packed schedules, the constant pings, the low-key panic when we even think about s…

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03//Scripts for Saying No ( That don't make you feel like a monster) 11:34

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How many times have you said “yes” to something you immediately regretted? Whether it’s a meeting, a favor, or that “quick” coffee chat that ends up stealing your afternoon… Saying yes when you really want to say no is draining—and it’s time to stop. In this episode, we’re rewriting the narrative around saying no. You’ll learn: Why saying “no” is n…

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02//Less Hustle, More Hours: How I Took My Time Back for Real 14:48

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Ever feel like your calendar is lying to you? You write “CEO Time” on the schedule… and still end up answering emails with cold coffee in your hand and dinner on the stove. In this episode, Crystal shares the exact 10 shifts she used to reclaim over 10 hours a week—without a VA, a 5 a.m. wake-up call, or losing her mind. These aren’t fluffy tips—th…

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01//You're Not Failing , You're Just Running a Business That is Always ON 9:15

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If you’re exhausted but feel like you can’t slow down… If you’re “off the clock” but still refreshing email, replying to DMs, and mentally working 24/7… This episode is your permission to step out of the Always-On CEO Trap. In this raw and relatable kickoff to Boundaries, Business & Balance, Crystal shares the story that changed everything—a missed…

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Boundaries, Business & Balance Trailer 2:51

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Welcome to Boundaries, Business & Balance—the podcast for high-performing women entrepreneurs who are done being the always-on CEO. I’m Crystal Cornacchia, The Unplugged Success Coach™, and in this quick trailer, I’m giving you the why behind this show—and what you can expect in every episode. If you’re building a business you love but feel like it…

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21//The #1 Mistake Mom Entrepreneurs Make (And It’s Not What You Think) 17:54

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20// 3 Signs You’re Still Waiting for Permission to Do Less 15:32

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19//You’re Not Failing at Balance—You’re Just Trying to Be Two People 15:50

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18// From Productivity to Presence: My Hardest Lesson Yet 9:33

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17// Why You Can’t Stop Working at 3:30PM—And How to Fix It Without Guilt 8:57

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16/: You’re Not Stuck—You’re Just Hiding in the Planning 11:09

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15// Being Helpful Isn’t a Business Strategy—It’s a Burnout Pattern 11:31

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14// You’re Not Distracted—You’re Drowning in Mental Tabs 13:41

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13//You’re Not Behind—You’re Just Buried Under Busy 12:25

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12//You’re Not Figuring It Out—You’re Just Avoiding the Next Step 9:26

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11//Clear Isn’t Difficult: Stop Apologizing for Having Standards 13:11

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10//Hobbies Are Not Content: Reclaiming Joy Outside of Your Business 11:50

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09//Summer Sanity: How to Run Your Business, Enjoy Your Family, and Ditch the Chaos" 14:43

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08//Your Weekend Is Not a Backup Plan 10:43

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07//You Don’t Win Awards for Burnout: How to Build a Life That Breathes 11:53

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06//Worried What Others Think? How to Build Confidence as a Woman in Business 9:32

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05// You’re Not Falling Behind—You’re Just Missing a Plan 12:47

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04//You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Overwhelmed 12:03

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03//Scripts for Saying No ( That don't make you feel like a monster) 11:34

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02//Less Hustle, More Hours: How I Took My Time Back for Real 14:48

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01//You're Not Failing , You're Just Running a Business That is Always ON 9:15

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Boundaries, Business & Balance Trailer 2:51