The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast with Tracie Root

Tracie Root
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Are you ready to take bold action and live a life of brilliance? Join speaker, coach, author, and community builder Tracie Root on The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, where she shares solo insights and interviews with inspiring women entrepreneurs who’ve made daring decisions to shape their careers, lives, and businesses.In each episode, Tracie dives deep into the transformative power of bold decisions—whether through her own reflections or candid conversations with her guests. Every interview features one core question: *“What is one bold decision that created the path of what was next?”* These stories of resilience, risk-taking, and transformation will inspire you to leap into challenges, step out of your comfort zone, and take bold action in your own life.Whether you’re looking for motivation in your business, personal growth strategies, or just a dose of encouragement, The Bold and Brilliant Podcast with Tracie Root will spark the courage to dream big, act boldly, and live brilliantly.---About Your HostTracie Root is a speaker, coach, author, and community builder who helps solopreneur women make bold, decisive actions to create the business and life they’ve always wanted. After a personal tragedy that left her a single mother of two toddlers during the 2008 housing crisis, Tracie rebuilt her life, ultimately leaving her corporate career behind for a journey of fulfillment, adventure, and joy. As the founder of The Gather Community, she guides women entrepreneurs across the country in taking bold steps toward success. Tracie lives in Santa Cruz, CA, with her husband and two teenagers, balancing family life with her passion for empowering women.

  1. Finding Quiet in the Noise: Healing Burnout and Reconnecting with Yourself with SuperKate

    3d ago

    Finding Quiet in the Noise: Healing Burnout and Reconnecting with Yourself with SuperKate

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Finding Quiet in the Noise: Healing Burnout and Reconnecting with Yourself with SuperKate Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with the delightful and deeply insightful SuperKate—a somatic life coach, world-renowned hugger, and former "Do-It-All-I'll-Sleep-Later" woman—for a conversation that so many high-achieving women need to hear. Together, they explore burnout, nervous system regulation, body awareness, and the importance of creating space in a world that constantly encourages us to do more. Through humor, honesty, and profound wisdom, SuperKate reminds us that there is nothing wrong with us—and that perhaps the greatest gift we can give ourselves is permission to simply be.  What You'll Learn in This Episode  Why burnout can follow us, even after changing careers or lifestyles  The difference between exercising your body and listening to your body  How creating small moments of space can transform your life  Why your worth is not determined by your productivity Actionable Tips from This Episode  Experiment with moments of quiet without filling them with more information  Notice where you may be overriding the signals your body is sending you  Practice doing one thing at a time instead of constant multitasking  Give yourself permission to simply exist without needing to solve everything Memorable Quote "Nothing is wrong with you. You are worthy whether you are active or not." Bold Moment of the Episode After experiencing burnout in the entertainment industry and then again as an entrepreneur, SuperKate made the courageous decision to stop trying to outwork exhaustion. Instead, she chose a different path—one focused on nervous system regulation, creating space, and reconnecting with herself. That shift changed everything and ultimately became the foundation of the work she now shares with women around the world.  About SuperKate SuperKate is a world-renowned hugger, somatic life coach, and former Do-It-All-I'll-Sleep-Later who spent years telling herself she was fine, until it was impossible to pretend anymore. She now helps ambitious, overwhelmed women make the small shifts to find their quiet space inside of the noise so they feel better and enjoy life again. She's also the host of Connecting with SuperKate, a weekly podcast for the “I'm fine” women who are exhausted from holding it all together but who still believe it CAN be better. Connect with SuperKate  Website: https://thesuperkate.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superkate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_superkate LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/superkate/ Podcast: Connecting with SuperKatehttps://rss.com/podcasts/connecting-with-superkate/Join The Gather Community If you're ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗 https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast Love the Podcast? If this episode inspired you:  Subscribe so you don't miss what's next  Share it with a friend or colleague  Leave a review—it helps more women find usSupport the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    39 min
  2. Being BOLD in a Quiet Way

    Jun 9

    Being BOLD in a Quiet Way

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Being BOLD in a Quiet Way Episode Summary In this heartfelt mini-episode, Tracie Root explores a different perspective on courage. So often, we associate boldness with big personalities, dramatic decisions, and fearless action. But what if some of the most courageous things we do happen quietly? Drawing from her own experiences of loss, reinvention, entrepreneurship, and community-building, Tracie shares why courage doesn't have to be loud to be powerful. This episode is a reminder that thoughtful leaders, gentle souls, and quiet women can live incredibly bold and brilliant lives—one small courageous step at a time. What You'll Learn in This Episode  Why courage doesn't require fearlessness  How quiet leaders often create extraordinary impact  The everyday moments that require tremendous courage  Why community helps us take the next brave step Actionable Tips from This Episode  Stop comparing your version of courage to someone else's  Celebrate the small acts of bravery in your own life  Lean on supportive women when you need encouragement  Trust that one small next step is enough Memorable Quote "You don't have to become someone else to live a bold and brilliant life." Bold Moment of the Episode Looking back, Tracie realized that her biggest transformations weren't dramatic or flashy. Leaving corporate, rebuilding after loss, creating The Gather Community, hosting retreats, and launching the podcast weren't born from fearlessness. They were built through hundreds of quiet decisions—small acts of courage that, over time, created a bold and brilliant life. About Tracie Root Tracie Root is a speaker, coach, author, and fierce advocate for women’s connection and growth. As the founder of The Gather Community and host of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie creates spaces where women entrepreneurs feel seen, supported, and empowered. Her bold leadership and commitment to authentic connection have built a nationwide movement of women taking decisive action in life and business—together. Tracie’s work transforms isolation into inspiration and community into unstoppable momentum. Connect with Tracie Root  Links & Resources: https://www.tracieroot.com/links The Gather Community: https://www.thegather.community Become a VIP Member: https://www.thegather.community/membershipJoin The Gather Community If you're ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗 https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast Love the Podcast? If this episode inspired you:  Subscribe so you don't miss what's next  Share it with a friend who needs this reminder  Leave a review—it helps more women find usSupport the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    9 min
  3. Stop People-Pleasing and Start Choosing Yourself with Anna Hanael

    Jun 4

    Stop People-Pleasing and Start Choosing Yourself with Anna Hanael

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Stop People-Pleasing and Start Choosing Yourself with Anna Hanael Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with Anna Hanael—speaker, healer, certified hypnotherapist, and pattern-breaking expert—for a powerful conversation about self-trust, people-pleasing, intuition, and personal transformation. Anna shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Communist Poland, where conformity and performance were expected, to building a life and business dedicated to helping others reconnect with their true selves. Through stories of resilience, healing, and bold reinvention, Anna reminds us that we are not meant to abandon ourselves in order to belong—we are meant to choose ourselves first. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How people-pleasing and overachievement often begin in childhoodWhy intuition is a powerful guide for life and business decisionsThe role of hypnotherapy and energy work in creating lasting transformationHow learning to trust yourself changes everythingActionable Tips from This Episode Pay attention to where you may be abandoning your own needs to please othersCreate moments of stillness to reconnect with your inner guidanceTake action before you feel completely ready—confidence follows actionMemorable Quote “Ready is not a feeling.”Bold Moment of the Episode At just 26 years old, Anna made a life-changing decision: she sold her successful business, left her home country of Poland, and moved across the ocean to the United States for love. What followed was a challenging period of isolation, emotional abuse, and self-discovery that ultimately led her to reconnect with her intuition, embrace healing work, and step into the calling she now shares with others. That courageous leap became the foundation for the transformational work she does today. About Anna Hanael Anna Hanael is a speaker, mentor, coach, healer, certified hypnotherapist, and pattern-breaking expert who helps empaths, intuitives, and entrepreneurs stop people-pleasing, trust themselves, and choose themselves first. Anna works with clients who are challenged by overgiving, self-sabotage, and people-pleasing patterns that create stress, anxiety, lack of self-trust, and toxic relationship dynamics. Many of her clients have already tried therapy, coaching, mindset work, or self-help, yet still feel stuck, blocked, or unable to move forward on their own. Through her unique blend of hypnotherapy, energy healing, subconscious reprogramming, and spiritual guidance, Anna helps clients heal at the root level. With over 25 years of experience in energy work and 14 years as a hypnotherapist, she empowers people to build self-worth, confidence, clear communication, and the courage to live and lead from their true power. Connect with Anna Hanael Website: www.annahanael.comFree Masterclass: How to Stop Putting Yourself Last and Start Saying No Without Guilthttps://annahanael.com/masterclass/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anna.hanael/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annahanaelLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-hanael-55a086122/Join The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗 https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast Love the Podcast? If this episode inspired you: Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextShare it with a friend or colleagueLeave a review—it helps more women find usSupport the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    27 min
  4. Brilliant Doesn't Mean Burnt Out

    May 26

    Brilliant Doesn't Mean Burnt Out

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Brilliant Doesn’t Mean Burnt Out Episode Summary In this solo episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie Root shares an honest and deeply relatable conversation about burnout, ambition, boundaries, and redefining success. Drawing from her own experiences as a high-achieving Gen X woman, entrepreneur, and community leader, Tracie explores the pressure many women feel to constantly prove themselves through productivity and exhaustion. This episode is a reminder that sustainable success is possible—and that rest, support, and alignment are not weaknesses, but wisdom. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why many women have been conditioned to equate busyness with valueThe hidden signs of burnout that often go unnoticedHow rest and space actually support creativity, clarity, and leadershipWhy sustainable success requires boundaries, support, and self-awarenessActionable Tips from This Episode Pause and ask yourself whether exhaustion has become your “normal”Create small moments of rest and recovery before reaching burnoutRedefine success in a way that supports your wellbeing—not just productivityMemorable Quote “Brilliant women deserve sustainable success too.”Bold Moment of the Episode One of the boldest shifts Tracie shares in this episode is her decision to stop glorifying burnout and start building success differently. After years of pushing through stress, responsibility, and survival mode, she realized that constant pressure wasn’t creating more fulfillment—it was disconnecting her from herself. Choosing rest, boundaries, and aligned growth became a radical act of leadership and self-trust. About Tracie Root Tracie Root is a speaker, coach, author, and fierce advocate for women’s connection and growth. As the founder of The Gather Community and host of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie creates spaces where women entrepreneurs feel seen, supported, and empowered. Her bold leadership and commitment to authentic connection have built a nationwide movement of women taking decisive action in life and business—together. Tracie’s work transforms isolation into inspiration and community into unstoppable momentum. Connect with Tracie Root Links & Resources: https://www.tracieroot.com/linksThe Gather Community: https://www.thegather.communityBecome a VIP Member: https://www.thegather.community/membershipJoin The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗 https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast Love the Podcast? If this episode inspired you: Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextShare it with another woman who needs this reminderLeave a review—it helps more women find usSupport the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    12 min
  5. Actualizing Your Best Self: Healing, Growth & Bold Reinvention with Elizabeth Ormes

    May 19

    Actualizing Your Best Self: Healing, Growth & Bold Reinvention with Elizabeth Ormes

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Actualizing Your Best Self: Healing, Growth & Bold Reinvention with Elizabeth Ormes Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with psychotherapist and entrepreneur Elizabeth Ormes for a deeply honest conversation about healing, resilience, identity, and the courage to reinvent yourself. After nearly 30 years working in mental health systems—including the Department of Veterans Affairs, foster care, and domestic violence services—Elizabeth made the bold leap into entrepreneurship to create a more aligned and authentic way of serving others. Together, Tracie and Elizabeth explore mindset, neurodivergence, community, personal growth, and what it really means to evolve into your next chapter. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why healing and resilience begin with mindset and self-beliefThe difference between surviving and truly actualizing your best selfHow entrepreneurship often requires identity shifts and personal evolutionWhy community and connection are essential for growth and healingActionable Tips from This Episode Stay curious instead of rigid when life or business begins to shiftNotice where you may be holding onto outdated expectations or identitiesSeek spaces and communities where you feel seen, supported, and alignedMemorable Quote “If it feels heavy, you’re probably doing something wrong.”Bold Moment of the Episode After decades working within large agencies and systems, Elizabeth made the bold decision to leave the security and structure of traditional employment to launch her own private practice. What began as a leap toward autonomy quickly became an even bigger transformation—opening the door to coaching, community-building, workshops, and a more expansive vision of how she could serve others. About Elizabeth Ormes Elizabeth Ormes, MA, LCPC, is a psychotherapist and the founder of Actualizing Your Best Self, PLLC. With nearly 30 years of experience in the mental health field, Elizabeth specializes in helping individuals—particularly women—navigate complex trauma, life transitions, neurodivergence, and identity shifts. Her background includes work with the Department of Veterans Affairs, foster care systems, domestic violence organizations, and nonprofit agencies, giving her a deep understanding of resilience and human growth. Elizabeth is a Certified Domestic Violence Professional (CDVP) and a Level II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. As a neurodivergent professional herself, Elizabeth brings both clinical expertise and lived experience into her work, blending evidence-based practices with authentic, compassionate support. In 2026, she is expanding her work into coaching programs specifically designed for neurodivergent individuals seeking aligned growth, deeper relationships, and authentic self-understanding. Connect with Elizabeth Ormes Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1466154Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/actualizing-your-best-self-pllc-112610909791Substack: https://elizabethactualizingyourbestself.substack.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elizabethaybsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579176296723Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actualizingyourbestselfLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethormesaybsJoin The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗 https://www.tracieroot.com/podcast Love the Podcast? If this episode inspired you: Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s nextShare it with a friend or colleagueLeave a review—it helps more women find usSupport the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    44 min
  6. Reclaiming Your Voice & Showing Up Authentically with Elaine Williams

    May 14

    Reclaiming Your Voice & Showing Up Authentically with Elaine Williams

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Reclaiming Your Voice & Showing Up Authentically with Elaine Williams Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with longtime friend and community member Elaine Williams—video performance coach, speaker, comedian, and bestselling author—for a deeply honest conversation about confidence, visibility, healing, and reclaiming your voice. Elaine shares how her background in theater, stand-up comedy, and personal transformation shaped the work she now does helping women entrepreneurs become more authentic, engaging, and powerful on camera and on stage. This episode is a reminder that you do not need to be perfect to make an impact—you simply need the courage to show up as yourself. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why confidence is really about creating safety within yourselfHow humor and authenticity help people connect more deeply with your messageThe hidden ways women shrink themselves—and how to reclaim your voiceWhy community and personal growth are essential to visibility and leadershipActionable Tips from This Episode Stop waiting to feel “fully ready” before showing up publiclyPractice speaking and visibility in small, safe environments firstFocus less on perfection and more on authentic connectionMemorable Quote “People relate to your humanity, not your perfection.”Bold Moment of the Episode One of Elaine’s boldest decisions was finally leaving the toxic restaurant environment she had spent 15 years in—even without knowing exactly what was next. Despite fear, uncertainty, and the loss of stability, she trusted herself enough to step fully into her work as a speaker, coach, and performer. That leap created the space for her to build a business centered around authenticity, creativity, and helping others reclaim their voices. About Elaine Williams Elaine Williams is a video performance coach, keynote speaker, speaker coach, bestselling author, podcast host, and comedian with over a decade of experience helping entrepreneurs build confidence and captivating presence on camera and in public speaking. She supports women in sharing their message with authenticity, ease, humor, and impact. Some of Elaine’s credits include Saturday Night Live, America’s Got Talent, HBO, ABC, NBC, FOX, The New York Times, Hay House Radio, and The Huffington Post. Her clients have gone from never doing video or speaking live to creating YouTube channels, speaking for NASA, and leading international book tours. Connect with Elaine Williams Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElaineWilliamsCaptivate/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elainewilliamsfun/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/captivatethecrowd/Podcast: Captivate the Michttps://captivatethemic.buzzsprout.com/Book (with Tracie and other podcasts guests, too!): The Power of Community: Courage, Compassion & Collaboration Leads to Successhttps://www.amazon.com/Power-Community-Courage-Compassion-Collaboration/dp/1735025569Join The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaboration, and courageous action. 🔗  Support the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    45 min
  7. Get Speaking Gigs Now: Turning Your Voice Into Clients with Leisa Reid

    May 5

    Get Speaking Gigs Now: Turning Your Voice Into Clients with Leisa Reid

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Get Speaking Gigs Now: Turning Your Voice Into Clients with Leisa Reid Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with Leisa Reid—speaker, author, and founder of Get Speaking Gigs Now™—to talk about how public speaking can become one of the most powerful ways to grow your business. From her early days in communication and higher education to building a thriving speaking business and community, Leisa shares how she turned her natural love of teaching into a scalable client acquisition strategy. This conversation is a refreshing look at speaking not just as a stage—but as a pathway to connection, confidence, and consistent growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode  Why speaking is one of the most effective ways to attract aligned clients  The difference between speaking for fees vs. speaking for business growth  How community makes getting booked easier (and more fun)  Why your path into speaking doesn’t have to be perfect to get started Actionable Tips from This Episode  Start thinking of your speaking as teaching—it makes it more natural and approachable  Build relationships with other speakers to create referral opportunities  Focus on getting your talk “ready to rock” and getting it in front of real audiences Memorable Quote “It doesn’t end with having a talk… you actually have to go give the talk.” Bold Moment of the Episode Leisa’s bold decision came when she finally said yes to what others had been seeing in her all along. After multiple attempts in different directions, she embraced speaking as her true path—quickly building her business, booking engagements, and creating a thriving community of speakers. That moment of clarity—choosing to fully step into her expertise—changed everything. About Leisa Reid Do you want to capitalize on the power of public speaking to market your business, but aren't sure what to talk about, where to go to find gigs, or how to offer your services from stage? As the Founder of Get Speaking Gigs Now™, Leisa mentors business owners who want to use speaking as a strategic client acquisition strategy. Clients who work closely with her build their speaking skills and confidence through the Speaker's Training Academy. They get their “Talks Ready to Rock,” and learn how to STAY booked as speakers through easy-to-implement strategies. As a speaker herself, Leisa has successfully booked and delivered over 600 speaking engagements. She is the CEO of The International Speaker Network™, a community of heart-centered speakers who value collaboration, relationships, results, and fun. In her book, Get Speaking Gigs Now™, she shares her 7 Step System to Getting Booked, Staying Booked & Attracting Your Ideal Clients Through Speaking. Connect with Leisa Reid  Website: https://GetSpeakingGigsNow.com Free Resource: https://GetSpeakingGigsNow.com/tips Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leisa.reid.2/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getspeakinggigsnow/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisareid/ Email: Leisa@GetSpeakingGigsNow.com Join The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their businesses through connection, collaborati Support the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    37 min
  8. Get Seen, Trusted, and Paid: Stepping Into Your Expert Authority with Christine Blosdale

    Apr 28

    Get Seen, Trusted, and Paid: Stepping Into Your Expert Authority with Christine Blosdale

    Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Get Seen, Trusted, and Paid: Stepping Into Your Expert Authority with Christine Blosdale Episode Summary In this episode of The BOLD and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie sits down with Christine Blosdale—The Expert Authority Coach™—to talk about what it really takes to get seen, trusted, and paid for what you already know. With a background in media, broadcasting, and personal branding, Christine shares how her career evolved from interviewing celebrities and thought leaders to helping women step fully into their expertise. This conversation is equal parts practical and empowering, reminding you that your voice, your story, and your authenticity are the foundation of your success. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why you are your brand (and why that matters more than logos or colors)The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when starting their businessHow clarity in your message directly impacts your ability to get paidThe three core pillars that drive connection: health, wealth, and loveActionable Tips from This Episode Get clear on who you help and what you offer—confusion blocks connectionMake it easy for people to work with you (booking, payment, next steps)Start showing up authentically—your real life builds real trustMemorable Quote “Your brand is you… your energy, your imprint, your vibe.” Bold Moment of the Episode Christine’s bold move wasn’t a sudden leap—it was a strategic transition. While still working in broadcast journalism, she began building her coaching business on nights and weekends, refining her message and framework before stepping fully into entrepreneurship. That intentional bridge between stability and vision allowed her to create a business rooted in clarity, confidence, and long-term success. About Christine Blosdale Christine Blosdale, also known as The Expert Authority Coach™, is a five-time #1 bestselling author, award-winning media personality, and the host of The Expert Authority Coach Podcast. With over 25 years of experience in personal branding and magnetic marketing, Christine has helped countless entrepreneurs, coaches, authors, and thought leaders get seen, trusted, and paid for what they already know. A former content creator for powerhouses like America Online and Microsoft, Christine brings her signature blend of media savvy and marketing magic to everything she does. Her coaching style is simple, easy, fun—and most importantly, effective. Her mission is simple: to help you get seen, trusted, and paid as the go-to expert in your space. Christine has also produced The Roseanne Barr Radio Show and has interviewed notable figures including Drew Barrymore, Angelina Jolie, John Travolta, Ed Asner, Dr. Judith Orloff, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai. Connect with Christine Blosdale Website: https://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.comFree Expert Authority Evaluation: http://FreeExpertAuthorityCall.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-blosdale-579697168/Podcast: The Expert Authority Coach Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-expert-authority-coach-podcast/id1073309606Email: outoftheboxwithchristine@gmail.comJoin The Gather Community If you’re ready to take your next bold step, come join us inside The Gather Community—a space for women leaders and entrepreneurs who are building their business Support the show Thank you for supporting The Bold and Brilliant Podcast! Find out what's up with Tracie by connecting on your favorite social media channel, and with The Gather Community by joining us at an upcoming online event or receiving our mailing list. Go to: https://www.tracieroot.com/links to find upcoming events, workshops, courses and more! We're just getting started, so I hope you subscribed, and please leave a review so we can start building some podcast-momentum! xoxo Your host, Tracie Root

    40 min
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Are you ready to take bold action and live a life of brilliance? Join speaker, coach, author, and community builder Tracie Root on The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, where she shares solo insights and interviews with inspiring women entrepreneurs who’ve made daring decisions to shape their careers, lives, and businesses.In each episode, Tracie dives deep into the transformative power of bold decisions—whether through her own reflections or candid conversations with her guests. Every interview features one core question: *“What is one bold decision that created the path of what was next?”* These stories of resilience, risk-taking, and transformation will inspire you to leap into challenges, step out of your comfort zone, and take bold action in your own life.Whether you’re looking for motivation in your business, personal growth strategies, or just a dose of encouragement, The Bold and Brilliant Podcast with Tracie Root will spark the courage to dream big, act boldly, and live brilliantly.---About Your HostTracie Root is a speaker, coach, author, and community builder who helps solopreneur women make bold, decisive actions to create the business and life they’ve always wanted. After a personal tragedy that left her a single mother of two toddlers during the 2008 housing crisis, Tracie rebuilt her life, ultimately leaving her corporate career behind for a journey of fulfillment, adventure, and joy. As the founder of The Gather Community, she guides women entrepreneurs across the country in taking bold steps toward success. Tracie lives in Santa Cruz, CA, with her husband and two teenagers, balancing family life with her passion for empowering women.

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