Secrets of Powerful Women with Jill Conway

Jill Conway
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20 yr veteran TV News Reporter, Jill Conway hosts an award-winning women empowerment podcast where self-improvement meets entrepreneurship and career success. Inspiring conversations with powerful women in business, leadership, and life — helping you grow confidence, success, and self-worth. Real stories. Bold insights. Proven strategies to help women lead, succeed, and thrive. Unlock the secrets of powerful women to build confidence, master leadership & create a life you love. Go to powerfulwomenusa.com Join the online community; https://www.skool.com/secrets-of-powerful-women/about

  1. Oct 22

    109: Starting a Business After 50? The Truth No One Tells You with Ifen Carlson

    We always talk about the success of a brand, but hardly no one ever discusses the tough road getting to that success while they are doing it. I wanted to get a play by play from a woman in the midst of building her brand and the struggles of entreprenuership by a woman still in the trenches. Hear me, Have you ever had a business idea but talked yourself out of pursuing it because you didn't have the experience, confidence or connections? What if the only thing standing between you and your next chapter is believing in yourself enough to begin. In this inspiring episode of my  four-time award-winning Secrets of Powerful Women Podcast, I sit down with Ifen Carlson, founder of Luvons, a premium slipper brand combining sophisticated style, comfort and everyday luxury. Ifen didn't have experience in retail or wholesale when she decided to enter the competitive footwear industry. What she did have was an idea, a vision and the determination to figure things out along the way. But building a successful business isn't as simple as creating a great product. Ifen shares the reality of building a consumer brand from the ground up, from product development and pricing to finding customers, standing out in a crowded market and learning the hard lessons of entrepreneurship. She also reveals a surprising discovery: Other women genuinely want to help you succeed, but sometimes you have to be brave enough to ask. We talk about: Overcoming self-doubt and developing confidence as a female entrepreneur. Starting a business without experience and learning as you go. Women supporting women, mentorship and the power of networking. Building a luxury brand and finding the right customers. Turning rejection into motivation instead of letting it stop you. The challenges of entrepreneurship, including marketing, pricing and growing a small business. Believing in yourself, even when you're uncertain about what comes next. Ifen also shares how her products earned recognition in Better Homes & Gardens and ELLE DECOR, why customer feedback keeps her motivated and the biggest lessons she's learned as a business owner. Whether you're a woman over 40 or 50 or at any age and considering a career change, an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner facing challenges or someone who needs the courage to pursue a dream, this episode is a reminder that you don't need to have all the answers before you start. You may know more than you think you do. And you may be more capable than you're giving yourself credit for. Watch Secrets of Powerful Women on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow the podcast for more inspiring conversations about women entrepreneurs, building confidence, personal growth, leadership, career reinvention and creating success on your own terms. #WomenEntrepreneurs #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #WomenOver40 #WomenOver50 #EntrepreneurMindset #SelfConfidence #StartingABusiness #PowerfulWomen #SecretsOfPowerfulWomen

    109: Starting a Business After 50? The Truth No One Tells You with Ifen Carlson

  2. Oct 15

    108: Women Over 40: The Financial Conversation You Can't Afford to Ignore With Carolyn Nolan

    What if your financial future isn't as secure as you think? You may have a successful career, a beautiful home, a family and a comfortable lifestyle. But do you know where all your money is? Whose name is on your accounts? And what would happen if you suddenly had to manage everything yourself? For women in their 40s, 50s and beyond, these are questions that can change everything. In this powerful episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, I sit down with Carolyn Nolan, CEO of TNG Private Wealth and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, to discuss financial independence for women, divorce financial planning, money confidence, investing, and taking control of your financial future. Carolyn has spent more than 20 years helping individuals and families navigate important financial decisions. But now she's experiencing one of life's most difficult transitions herself: divorce. And even with her financial expertise, she admits that knowing what to do doesn't necessarily make the emotional side any easier. We talk about why so many women, including highly successful women, don't know the details of their own finances, and why understanding your money shouldn't begin only when something goes wrong. What happens when a spouse controls the accounts? What if money disappears during a divorce? How do you begin rebuilding financially after a marriage ends? Carolyn shares practical insights on understanding your assets, knowing who controls your accounts, preparing for major life transitions and finding the right financial professionals to guide you. But this conversation goes much deeper than money. We discuss divorce recovery, rebuilding confidence, overcoming people-pleasing, setting boundaries, finding your purpose in midlife, women in leadership and learning to live unapologetically. Carolyn believes one of the most important questions any woman can ask herself is: “What do you unapologetically want?” She explains how getting clear about your personal values can help you make better decisions about your finances, relationships, career and future. We also explore why women sometimes hesitate to speak up about money, how to begin learning about investing at any age, and why financial knowledge can give you more choices as you get older. Whether you're married, divorced, contemplating a major life change or simply want to become more financially confident, this conversation is filled with valuable lessons. Because financial independence isn't just about how much money you have. It's about understanding your options and having a voice in your future. Watch Secrets of Powerful Women on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Follow the podcast for more inspiring conversations about women's success, financial empowerment, confidence, leadership, personal growth and reinventing your life after 40 and 50. women and money, financial independence for women, women over 40, women over 50, divorce after 50, divorce financial planning, financial planning for women, financial confidence, money management for women, investing for beginners, investing after 50, starting over after divorce, divorce recovery for women, financial empowerment, retirement planning for women, money mistakes women make, midlife divorce, rebuilding after divorce, women and wealth, successful women, women in business, women in leadership, midlife reinvention, financial literacy for women, divorce financial analyst, Carolyn Nolan, TNG Private Wealth, Secrets of Powerful Women

    108: Women Over 40: The Financial Conversation You Can't Afford to Ignore With Carolyn Nolan

  3. Oct 8

    107. Stop Waiting to Feel Ready: How to Change Your Life at Any Age with Becky Vannes

    What if you stopped waiting for the perfect time, stopped overthinking everything, and finally started creating the life you really want? My guest today, Becky Vannes, is an entrepreneur and author of Begin Before You Feel Ready. Becky went from being a stay-at-home mom facing a family financial crisis to accepting a $12-an-hour job that eventually led to building a million-dollar business. And she did it without having everything figured out. Today we're talking about reinventing yourself after 40 and 50, overcoming self-doubt, breaking negative thought patterns, building confidence and finding the courage to start over. Becky believes you don't need to see the entire path. You just need to take the first step. If you've ever wondered, “Is it too late for me to do something different?”, this conversation may change how you see your future. Welcome to Secrets of Powerful Women. Follow the podcast for more inspiring conversations about successful women, confidence, career reinvention, personal growth and creating an extraordinary life at any age. how to stop overthinking, stop overthinking everything, reinvent yourself after 50, starting over at 50, women over 40, women over 50, midlife reinvention, how to build confidence, overcoming self doubt, how to change your life, stop negative thinking, how to get unstuck, confidence after 50, finding purpose after 50, starting a business after 50, fear of failure, mindset shift, personal growth for women, career reinvention, midlife women, Becky Vannes, Begin Before You Feel Ready, Secrets of Powerful Women

    107. Stop Waiting to Feel Ready: How to Change Your Life at Any Age with Becky Vannes

  4. Oct 1

    106. Your Next Chapter Starts Now with Susan Gatti

    Do you know there’s something more for you, but you’re afraid to take the leap? Maybe you're successful on paper, but you've outgrown your career. Maybe you're thinking about starting a business, changing careers after 40 or 50, reinventing yourself in midlife, or finally pursuing the dream you've been putting off. In this episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, I sit down with Susan Gatti, founder and CEO of Disruptive Spark, a trusted advisor who has worked with leaders and organizations ranging from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Susan knows firsthand what it means to walk away from security and start again. Susan began her career as a teacher, but eventually realized that although staying was safe, there was something more for her. She left a tenured position without another job waiting for her, moved into corporate leadership, eventually reached Ann Taylor, and later took another leap to build her own consulting business.  And when her superintendent told her leaving teaching was one of the worst decisions she could make? Her response inside was essentially: Watch me.  We talk about why so many women reach midlife and suddenly question what they want next, the difference between making the “logical” choice and the choice that's aligned with your values, and how to recognize the internal barriers keeping you stuck. Susan also challenges the hustle harder mentality that so many successful women have relied on for decades. She explains why the habits that helped you succeed earlier in your career may eventually contribute to burnout, and why reaching your next level may require more space, strategy and self-leadership, not simply working harder.  We also dive into confidence, self-doubt, perfectionism, career pivots, women and burnout, advocating for yourself, starting over, AI in the workplace, leadership, and overcoming the inner glass ceiling. One of Susan's most powerful messages for women considering a change: “The best decisions I ever made were not the most logical. They were the most aligned to me.”  If you're a woman in your 40s, 50s or beyond wondering “Is this really all I want?”, this conversation may be the push you need to start thinking differently about your next chapter. Watch Secrets of Powerful Women on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. **Secrets of Powerful Women is the award-winning podcast hosted by Jill Conway — media personality, former TV News reporter and women's empowerment advocate. Each episode features candid conversations with extraordinary women across every industry, sharing the real stories behind their success, resilience, and reinvention. Made for women who are ready to own their power and write their next chapter. New episodes every week — subscribe so you never miss one, you get notified when we there's a new show. women over 40, women over 50, midlife women, career change after 40, career change after 50, career reinvention, midlife career change, starting over after 50, reinvent yourself after 40, reinvent yourself after 50, women in business, women entrepreneurs, women in leadership, successful women, powerful women, female leadership, confidence for women, self confidence, overcoming self doubt, burnout in women, professional burnout, stop hustling, work life balance, starting a business after 40, starting a business after 50, second career, career pivot, finding purpose in midlife, midlife reinvention, personal growth for women, overcoming limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, self leadership, women and success, women supporting women, finding your purpose, taking the leap, starting over, career confidence, women and AI, leadership development, Susan Gatti, Disruptive Spark, Secrets of Powerful Women

    106. Your Next Chapter Starts Now with Susan Gatti

  5. Sep 24

    105: Why Successful Men Need Strong Women with Adam Haber

    What does it really take to become successful, and what can men and women learn from someone who has built businesses, lost elections, faced failure, reinvented himself, and kept moving forward? In the second episode of my limited series, Secrets of Powerful Men, I sit down with entrepreneur and Trellus co-founder and CEO Adam Haber for a candid conversation about success, failure, entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience, career reinvention, relationships, confidence and the power of never giving up. This limited series isn't about shifting the focus away from women. It's about expanding the conversation. Men and women work together, lead together, build businesses together, raise families together and share relationships. I wanted to hear what successful men have learned, how they define power, and what lessons they believe are worth passing on. Adam's career has been anything but a straight line. He's worked in finance, real estate and restaurants, ran for political office, worked in economic development, and ultimately helped launch Trellis, a tech-driven platform that began with a mission to help consumers shop local and support small businesses. But some of the most powerful moments in our conversation have nothing to do with business. Adam shares why he believes failure is essential to success, why getting uncomfortable can help you grow, how to stand out in a competitive job market, his best advice for negotiating, and why young entrepreneurs shouldn't wait forever to pursue a great idea. We also talk about a different definition of a powerful man. For Adam, strength isn't about always being right or appearing tough. It's about being comfortable in your own skin, showing vulnerability, treating people with kindness, listening, giving back and adding value to other people's lives. AND he shares a message he taught his daughter that applies to both men and women: Don't let someone else decide whether you're smart, attractive, successful or happy. If you're an entrepreneur, business leader, college graduate, career changer, small business owner, man or woman pursuing a bigger goal, or someone who has failed and is wondering whether to try again, this conversation is filled with practical lessons you can use. Watch Secrets of Powerful Men, part of the Secrets of Powerful Women family, on YouTube, or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Subscribe now - it helps the podcast get own front of more people.  success mindset, entrepreneur mindset, entrepreneurship, successful men, successful women, powerful men, powerful women, leadership, leadership skills, business success, entrepreneur advice, career advice, career growth, career change, resilience, overcoming failure, learning from failure, confidence, self confidence, personal growth, business leadership, startup advice, small business, supporting small business, negotiation skills, job search tips, college graduate career advice, work life balance, relationships, men and women, male vulnerability, emotional intelligence, kindness in leadership, networking, finding success, career reinvention, Adam Haber, Trellus, Secrets of Powerful Men, Secrets of Powerful Women

    105: Why Successful Men Need Strong Women with Adam Haber

  6. Sep 17

    104: Why Successful Woman May Struggle to Find The Perfect Love with Riana Malia

    So many successful, high-achieving women have the career, confidence, and accomplishments they worked for, yet still struggle to find the love and relationship they truly want? In this episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, I sit down with Riana Malia, a board-certified integrative neurosomatic practitioner, identity architect for high-achieving women, and creator of the Extraordinary Love Method.  We’re talking about love after 40, dating after 50, relationships in midlife, self-worth, reinvention, neuroscience, limiting beliefs, and breaking unhealthy relationship patterns. Riana says the very qualities that help women become successful, independent, resourceful, and in control can sometimes make it harder to create the kind of relationship where they can feel supported, cared for, and fully themselves.  We explore why women can find themselves attracting the same relationship patterns again and again, why you should never have to make yourself smaller to be loved, and how the beliefs and experiences you've carried for decades may still be influencing the choices you make today.  And if you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s or beyond and wondering, "Is it too late for me to find love or reinvent my life?", Riana has a powerful message: your past does not have to determine what comes next.  This is a conversation about successful women and relationships, finding love in midlife, personal growth, self-love, confidence, starting over, and creating your next chapter without settling.  women over 40, women over 50, dating after 40, dating after 50, finding love after 50, midlife relationships, successful women, high-achieving women, powerful women, women and relationships, self-love for women, personal growth for women, midlife reinvention, starting over after divorce, relationship patterns, healthy relationships, neuroscience and relationships, limiting beliefs, confidence for women, finding love again, second chances at love, midlife women, female empowerment, extraordinary love, Riana Malia, Secrets of Powerful Women

    104: Why Successful Woman May Struggle to Find The Perfect Love with Riana Malia

  7. Sep 3

    103: Finding Your Purpose: How Lisa Gatti Turned A Lifelong Passion with Horses Into A Life of Healing

    The thing you’ve always loved is actually pointing you toward your purpose? For Lisa Gatti, that passion was horses. In this inspiring episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, Jill Conway sits down with Lisa Gatti, Founder and CEO of Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, a nonprofit therapeutic equine center that has spent more than 30 years helping children and adults heal, grow, learn and rediscover their confidence. Lisa's journey began with a childhood love of horses and teaching. But it was a book her father sent her in college that changed the trajectory of her life. After reading a story about equine therapy, Lisa called her father at two o'clock in the morning and told him she knew what she wanted to do with the rest of her life.Today, Pal-O-Mine uses horses and a nature-based approach to work with people with disabilities, survivors of trauma and abuse, veterans, first responders, people facing mental health challenges, and individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia and their caregivers. But this conversation is about much more than horses. Lisa shares what three decades of working with these extraordinary animals has taught her about human behavior, emotional healing, leadership, intuition, resilience and personal growth. You'll hear why horses can sometimes sense what we're feeling before we recognize it ourselves, and why their ability to respond to human emotions can create extraordinary moments of connection and healing. Lisa shares an unforgettable story about a 10-year-old boy on the autism spectrum who became overwhelmed and raised his fist toward a horse named Cajun. Instead of backing away, Cajun stepped toward him and licked his face. The entire situation changed. In this episode, you'll discover: • How horses can help people process trauma and build trust• The connection between animals, mental health and emotional well-being• Why being present can change the way we experience our lives• How to stop reacting to assumptions and start observing what is actually happening• Why adaptability is essential when life doesn't go according to plan• How to trust yourself when it's time to pivot• Why staying true to your core values matters more than chasing money or opportunity• Lisa's refreshing definition of leadership• How finding your purpose can transform not only your life, but the lives of others One of Lisa's biggest lessons from horses is adaptability. If something isn't working, she believes we shouldn't be afraid to change it, pivot, trust our intuition and adjust the plan. And her definition of leadership is one every woman should hear. For any woman wondering whether it's too late to follow a passion, change direction, trust an idea or create something meaningful, Lisa's story is a powerful reminder: Stay true to who you are. Trust your intuition. Be willing to pivot. And don't be afraid to follow the idea that won't leave you alone. Follow Secrets of Powerful Women on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts for inspiring conversations about women over 40, personal growth, success, confidence, purpose, leadership and creating your next chapter. SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH A FRIEND.  women over 40, women over 50, finding your purpose, personal growth for women, women empowerment, inspirational women, successful women, women in leadership, mental health, emotional healing, trauma healing, equine therapy, horse therapy, animal assisted therapy, self-confidence, trusting your intuition, career change after 40, midlife women, starting over after 40, life purpose, personal development, resilience, Secrets of Powerful Women, Lisa Gatti, Pal-O-Mine Equestrian

    103: Finding Your Purpose: How Lisa Gatti Turned A Lifelong Passion with Horses Into A Life of Healing

  8. Aug 27

    102. Special Series: Secrets of Powerful Men with Dr. Sean Levchuck, World Renowned Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

    He’s Helped Save Hundreds of Children: Dr. Sean Levchuk on Purpose, Pediatric Heart Health & a Life of Service What does it take to dedicate your life to saving children, supporting families through their most frightening moments, and still believe the glass is always half full? In this special Secrets of Powerful Men episode of the award-winning Secrets of Powerful Women Podcast, Jill Conway sits down with Dr. Sean Levchuk, a renowned pediatric cardiologist and Director of Pediatric Cardiology at St. Francis Hospital on Long Island. Over his 30+ year career, Dr. Levchuk has helped care for hundreds of children with serious heart conditions and has worked extensively with Gift of Life International, an organization that has helped provide lifesaving heart treatment to children around the world. But this conversation goes far beyond medicine. Dr. Levchuk opens up about growing up in the Bronx in a family where neither parent graduated college, becoming a doctor when that dream seemed almost impossible, and finding the mentor who changed the trajectory of his life. He also shares powerful stories from his career, including former pediatric patients who returned decades later as adults with families of their own, and one former patient who came back asking Dr. Levchuk to help save another child. In this episode, you'll hear about: The warning signs and realities of heart conditions in children Why student athlete heart screenings can be so important Sudden cardiac arrest and heart risks in young athletes How advances in cardiac imaging are changing pediatric heart care What Dr. Levchuk has learned after decades of treating children The role mentorship played in his success How he balanced a demanding medical career with marriage and fatherhood Why he believes great doctors need to connect with patients and families Faith, loss, grief and the emotional side of medicine His advice for young people considering a career in medicine And in a candid conversation you may not expect from a pediatric cardiologist, Jill asks Dr. Levchuk about men, women, marriage and menopause. His message to men is an important one: educate yourself. Dr. Levchuk discusses why men shouldn't take the physical and emotional changes of menopause personally, why understanding what women are experiencing can strengthen relationships, and why couples need to approach this stage of life as a team. He also shares the simple relationship advice his mother gave him on his wedding day that has stayed with him throughout his marriage. Perhaps the most powerful lesson comes when Dr. Levchuk explains why he still believes medicine is one of the most meaningful careers someone can choose. For him, success isn't about the title, the money or recognition. It's about knowing that your time here mattered because you helped someone else. This is a conversation about purpose, leadership, pediatric heart health, marriage, mentorship, faith, resilience and leaving a legacy that matters. If you love inspiring conversations about successful people, powerful life lessons, health, relationships and finding your purpose, this episode is for you. Follow Secrets of Powerful Women on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. SEO Keywords: pediatric cardiologist, pediatric heart health, children's heart health, heart disease in children, young athletes heart screening, sudden cardiac arrest athletes, pediatric cardiology, Dr. Sean Levchuk, St. Francis Hospital, Gift of Life International, successful men, inspirational men, leadership lessons, finding your purpose, career advice, mentorship, marriage advice, menopause and relationships, men and menopause, faith and medicine, Secrets of Powerful Men, Secrets of Powerful Women Podcast

    102. Special Series: Secrets of Powerful Men with Dr. Sean Levchuck, World Renowned Cardio Thoracic Surgeon
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20 yr veteran TV News Reporter, Jill Conway hosts an award-winning women empowerment podcast where self-improvement meets entrepreneurship and career success. Inspiring conversations with powerful women in business, leadership, and life — helping you grow confidence, success, and self-worth. Real stories. Bold insights. Proven strategies to help women lead, succeed, and thrive. Unlock the secrets of powerful women to build confidence, master leadership & create a life you love. Go to powerfulwomenusa.com Join the online community; https://www.skool.com/secrets-of-powerful-women/about

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