The Empowered Woman | Storytelling & Women Empowerment

Marta Spirk | Entrepreneurship & Storytelling Mentor
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Discover YOUR Empowered Voice to Inspire, Connect, and Expand Your Business! 🎙️ TOP .5% WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR BUSINESS + EMPOWERMENT PODCAST Are you ready to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight? Do you dream of sharing your story in a way that inspires others, builds your brand, and grows your business? This is the podcast for YOU! Join me, Marta Spirk, as we explore the transformative power of storytelling and speaking to elevate your visibility, credibility, and profitability. Through heartfelt conversations, actionable strategies, and empowering insights, you'll learn to harness your unique voice to create a meaningful impact. What you'll find here: ✨ Stories from inspiring entrepreneurs who've used their voice to transform lives ✨ Tools to craft and share your message with confidence and authenticity ✨ Strategies to expand your reach and grow a business that aligns with your purpose I'm Marta Spirk—Brazilian-born, triplet mom, TEDx speaker, best-selling author of The Empowered Woman: The Ultimate Roadmap to Business Success, and a singer and speaking coach. My journey began in 2016 with network marketing and evolved into a multiple 6-figure business where I empower women like YOU to embrace their story and share it boldly. Whether you're speaking on a stage, a podcast, or to your audience online, your voice has the power to inspire change—and it all starts here. Tune in and discover how to give voice to your story and grow your business with purpose and passion! Want to be my next guest? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest Podcast: http://www.martaspirk.com/podcast Learn: http://www.martaspirk.com Connect: contact@martaspirk.com Community: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredwomancommunity Ready to work together? Here's how we can jumpstart your path to turning your Story into a powerful Keynote: www.martaspirk.com/worthwithme

  1. 2d ago

    When Life Calls You to Lead: Unexpected Leadership, Personal Growth, and Finding Your Voice with Lori Mayberry

    In this inspiring conversation, Lori Mayberry, Executive Director of Get Out the Vote PAC, shares her unexpected journey from working behind the scenes as an operations manager to becoming the public face of a growing political organization. Lori explains how the passing of her business partner and the organization's founder, Steve, pushed her into a leadership role that required her to learn fundraising, politics, communication, and organizational leadership along the way. She also discusses how her own experience as someone who once had many questions about politics shaped the way she communicates with voters. From voter outreach and education to fundraising and building recurring donor support, Lori explains how her organization uses targeted communication, texting, phone calls, and digital advertising to help people understand elections and participate in the voting process. Lori also reflects on the organization's grassroots beginnings, its growth, and the impact of strategic voter outreach and donor support. She shares lessons from her experience supporting races in Virginia, the importance of building relationships and coalitions, and the many ways people can contribute beyond making a financial donation. At the heart of the conversation is the idea of an empowered woman as someone who is willing to learn, grow, step outside what she already knows, and take on challenges even when they feel unfamiliar. Lori's story is a powerful reminder that leadership and empowerment can come from being willing to dig in, learn something new, and grow into the role that life places in front of you. Connect with Lori: Website: www.gotv.vote LinkedIn: Lori Mayberry   Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  2. Sep 25

    Your Story Matters: Becoming a Published Author and Amplifying Your Voice with Cathy Derksen

    In this episode, Cathy Derksen shares her unexpected journey from a career in medical genetics and financial planning to creating multi-author books that give women the opportunity to become published authors. Cathy explains how becoming an author herself in 2019 sparked a passion for helping women share their stories, wisdom, experiences, and lessons with the world. Through her multi-author books, each featuring approximately 20 women around a shared theme, Cathy creates opportunities for women to build confidence, connect with a global community, and amplify what they are doing in their lives and businesses. She also shares how authors receive support throughout the writing and publishing process, from developing their chapter and editing to professional publishing, marketing, and opportunities for visibility. Cathy also shares inspiring stories of women who initially believed their stories were not important enough to share, only to discover the powerful impact their words could have on others. She discusses how participating in a multi-author book can become a starting point for women who eventually want to write their own books, build a platform, or expand their visibility. Cathy's work has grown into a larger community through her Women's Wisdom and Impact Collective, connecting authors from her various books through networking and spotlight opportunities. At the heart of Cathy's message is the belief that an empowered woman takes ownership of her passions and goals, gives herself permission to embrace new possibilities, and remembers that it is never too late to start something new. Connect with Cathy: Website: www.inspiredtenacity.com LinkedIn: Cathy Derksen Instagram: @inspired_tenacity Facebook: Cathy Derksen Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  3. Sep 18

    From Limiting Beliefs to Living a Limitless Life with Victoria Wright

    Victoria Wright is an author, speaker, and mentor who helps people challenge the limiting beliefs that keep them playing small so they can step into a more limitless life. In this episode, Victoria shares the deeply personal turning point that transformed her own life. After being unexpectedly demoted during a corporate reorganization, she experienced a profound crisis of identity and began confronting the beliefs and inner criticism she had carried for years. What initially felt like a devastating setback ultimately became the catalyst for a spiritual awakening, early retirement, and a completely new chapter that led her to writing, speaking, and mentoring. Victoria opens up about how her journey taught her that many of the beliefs we carry are planted in us by family, culture, society, and our experiences, but that we have the power to decide which ones we continue to carry. Victoria also talks about her latest book, The Quiet Butterfly, a young adult story inspired in part by her experiences with bullying and her desire to help young people recognize their worth and inner strength. She shares how her own lived experiences shape the way she mentors others, offering guidance and a safe space for people to take the next step when they feel too overwhelmed to see what is possible. Victoria also reflects on what it means to be an empowered woman, describing empowerment as being able to simply be and recognize that what we need is already within us. Listeners can learn more about Victoria, explore her books and speaking work, and connect with her mentorship opportunities through her website, where she also offers a free 30-minute conversation for those interested in working with her. Connect with Victoria: Website: www.victoriawrightspeaks.com LinkedIn: Victoria Wright Instagram: @healingwordssource Facebook: Healing Words by Victoria Wright Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  4. Sep 11

    When Loss Changes Everything: Learning to Trust Yourself and Find Your Way Back to Life with Erin Barbossa

    Erin Barbossa, LCSW, is a grief coach and the founder of Lionflower Studio, where she helps women navigate grief and loss through creativity, connection, and self-trust. Erin's journey is anything but traditional. She began her career in television, working at NBC before spending four years working for Oprah, where she discovered the power of listening to women's stories. She later returned to school to earn her master's in social work and spent 15 years as a therapist, primarily supporting women through postpartum experiences. After experiencing a profound personal loss, Erin's perspective on grief, mental health, and healing shifted, inspiring her to create a space that goes beyond traditional clinical care and helps women reconnect with themselves and find their way back to life. In this episode, Erin shares how creativity became an essential part of her own healing journey and how she now uses it to support women experiencing many forms of loss, including death, diagnosis, divorce, and other life-altering transitions. She explains why creativity isn't about being talented or producing something "good," but about creating space for play, choice, gentleness, and self-compassion—what she calls "baby chick energy." From writing and painting to singing, gardening, and cooking, Erin encourages women to rediscover what brings them joy and helps them reconnect with their voice and inner world. She also shares her definition of an empowered woman: someone who is connected to herself while also recognizing the importance of safe, supportive community. Learn more about Erin and Lionflower Studio at lionflowerstudio.com or connect with her on Instagram and book a free consultation to explore whether her one-on-one coaching is the right fit. Connect with Erin: Website: www.lionflowerstudio.com Instagram: @lionflowerstudio   Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  5. Sep 4

    Two Generations, One Vision: Redefining Leadership with Carrie & Samantha Mayers

    In this episode, we're joined by Carrie Mayers and Samantha Mayers, a mother-daughter duo behind a corporate coaching company focused on transforming potential into performance. With Carrie bringing more than 30 years of experience in sales, client relationships, training, coaching, and consulting, and Samantha bringing her background in tech consulting and leadership development, they combine two generations of experience and perspectives to help teams communicate better, build accountability, strengthen leadership, and work more effectively together. They share the story of how Carrie's business evolved organically from workshops into consulting and coaching, along with the unique journey of becoming business partners as a mother and daughter. Carrie and Samantha also take us behind the scenes of their highly customized approach to leadership development, from workshops and retreats to individual coaching and team programs. They share powerful client stories that demonstrate how creating common language, strengthening accountability, and developing leaders can create lasting organizational impact. We also talk about their upcoming Lead Out Loud one-day leadership retreat for women in San Diego, their experience working together as a mother-daughter team, and what they've learned from bringing different generations and perspectives into the business. Plus, they each share their definition of an empowered woman and why choosing your own path—and owning it without shame—is at the heart of true empowerment. Connect with Carrie and Samantha: Website: www.corpcoachingco.com LinkedIn: Corporate Coaching Co.   Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  6. Aug 21

    Activate the Millionaire Within: How to Break Through Limiting Beliefs with Suzanne Longstreet

    Suzanne Longstreet, known as the "Millionaire Activator," helps women break through limiting beliefs, build confidence, and unlock their potential for greater financial success. In this episode, Suzanne shares her inspiring journey from corporate HR to entrepreneurship, NLP coaching, and hypnotherapy. She opens up about the challenges she faced along the way, including self-doubt, past experiences, and the mindset patterns that were holding her back from fully stepping into her potential. Suzanne explains how changing the way we think, feel, and show up can create powerful shifts in business and life. She shares the story of a client who went from $300,000 to more than $1 million in revenue in just 110 days, as well as insights from her books, The Millionaire Codes and The Millionaire Brain. Most importantly, Suzanne encourages women to stop shrinking, speak up, embrace their worth, and reconnect with the confident version of themselves that has always been there. Connect with Suzanne: Website: www.successandclarity.com LinkedIn: Suzanne (Smith) Longstreet | Success & Clarity Instagram: @successandclarity | @suzanneglongstreet YouTube: Suzanne Longstreet Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking

  7. Aug 14

    How to Stop Taking Sh*t from Insecure Men and Reclaim Your Voice with James Dakin

    What if the key to navigating difficult workplace dynamics isn't becoming more confident, but understanding what's really driving the behavior of the people around you? In this thought-provoking episode, leadership coach and author James Dakin explores how insecure leadership impacts women and why so many talented women find themselves shrinking, second-guessing, or feeling powerless in professional environments. Drawing from his own journey of overcoming childhood trauma and confronting his own insecurities, James shares how a life-changing wake-up call led him to dedicate his work to helping women recognize unhealthy patterns, reclaim their voice, and create change without unnecessary confrontation. James also discusses the hidden effects of patriarchal systems on both men and women, why confidence is often misunderstood, and how greater self-awareness can transform relationships at work and beyond. He introduces the ideas behind his book, How to Stop Taking Shit from Insecure Men, offering practical insights for women who want to stop playing small and start living on their own terms. Whether you're navigating workplace politics, difficult relationships, or your own journey toward personal empowerment, this conversation will leave you with a deeper understanding of human behavior and practical tools to communicate with greater confidence, clarity, and self-worth. Connect with James Website: www.jamesdakin.co.uk Special page for listeners: https://www.jamesdakin.co.uk/marta LinkedIn: James Dakin Substack: www.jamesdakin.substack.com   Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking   Burnout doesn't just exhaust you. It silently erodes your most important relationships. Aurora Method Coaching helps high-achieving women uncover the root beliefs driving their relationship conflicts and burnout, moving them from emotional reactivity to calm, clarity, and confidence. Ready to restore connection? Book your FREE consultation at meetwithtracy.coach

  8. Aug 7

    Seven Businesses, Five Successful Exits: A Blueprint for Building Businesses That Last with Susan Dabbar

    In this episode, Susan Dabbar shares what it really takes to build businesses that last. With nearly four decades of entrepreneurial experience, seven companies founded, and five successful exits, she reflects on the lessons she's learned from designing nuclear submarines, launching businesses across multiple industries, living abroad, and even playing professional poker. She discusses identifying untapped market opportunities, building strong networks, creating companies that can thrive beyond their founders, and why planning for a successful exit should begin long before you're ready to sell. Susan also introduces Provoked Magazine, a digital publication created to amplify the voices of women over 50 through bold storytelling, thoughtful journalism, and meaningful conversations about wellness, culture, relationships, money, and midlife. She shares her passion for creating space where women are encouraged to speak up, tell their stories, and take their seat at the table. Whether you're an entrepreneur building your next venture, a founder thinking about long-term growth, or someone looking for inspiration to embrace your next chapter with confidence, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom and empowering insights. Connect with Susan: Website: www.provokedmagazine.com LinkedIn: Susan Dabbar Instagram: @provokedbysusan   Let's keep the conversation going! Website: www.martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: www.martaspirk.com/Speaking   Burnout doesn't just exhaust you. It silently erodes your most important relationships. Aurora Method Coaching helps high-achieving women uncover the root beliefs driving their relationship conflicts and burnout, moving them from emotional reactivity to calm, clarity, and confidence. Ready to restore connection? Book your FREE consultation at meetwithtracy.coach

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Discover YOUR Empowered Voice to Inspire, Connect, and Expand Your Business! 🎙️ TOP .5% WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR BUSINESS + EMPOWERMENT PODCAST Are you ready to step out of the shadows and into the spotlight? Do you dream of sharing your story in a way that inspires others, builds your brand, and grows your business? This is the podcast for YOU! Join me, Marta Spirk, as we explore the transformative power of storytelling and speaking to elevate your visibility, credibility, and profitability. Through heartfelt conversations, actionable strategies, and empowering insights, you'll learn to harness your unique voice to create a meaningful impact. What you'll find here: ✨ Stories from inspiring entrepreneurs who've used their voice to transform lives ✨ Tools to craft and share your message with confidence and authenticity ✨ Strategies to expand your reach and grow a business that aligns with your purpose I'm Marta Spirk—Brazilian-born, triplet mom, TEDx speaker, best-selling author of The Empowered Woman: The Ultimate Roadmap to Business Success, and a singer and speaking coach. My journey began in 2016 with network marketing and evolved into a multiple 6-figure business where I empower women like YOU to embrace their story and share it boldly. Whether you're speaking on a stage, a podcast, or to your audience online, your voice has the power to inspire change—and it all starts here. Tune in and discover how to give voice to your story and grow your business with purpose and passion! Want to be my next guest? Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest Podcast: http://www.martaspirk.com/podcast Learn: http://www.martaspirk.com Connect: contact@martaspirk.com Community: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredwomancommunity Ready to work together? Here's how we can jumpstart your path to turning your Story into a powerful Keynote: www.martaspirk.com/worthwithme

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