Success is Weird and Messy

Gabriel HR
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From the outside, most success stories look like a straight line. In this podcast, host Kathleen Gabriel pulls back the curtain on what truly happens behind the scenes of business success. Drawing from her extensive background as a Human Resources consultant, Kathleen explores the messy, unpredictable path entrepreneurs actually travel. Interviewing a new business owner every week, she uncovers the strategic thinking, resilience, and adaptability that transform initial setbacks into ultimate triumphs.

  1. 09/12/2025

    Kari White - CFO and business growth advisor

    In this compelling episode, host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with Kari White, owner of Domestique Financial, to explore the critical role of strategic financial guidance in building a thriving business. Drawing from her extensive international background in finance and capital investments, Kari shares invaluable insights on how small and medium-sized businesses can navigate challenges, adapt to change, and scale effectively with the right CFO-level advisory support. Together, they dive into the art of defining success on your own terms while building a business that aligns with your vision and values.   https://www.domestiquefinancial.com/  linkedin.com/in/kari-white-20a2317

    26 min

  2. 08/28/2025

    Nadya Ramos, brand and marketing growth consultant

    In this episode, host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with brand and marketing growth consultant Nadya Ramos to explore the critical distinction between branding and marketing, and why understanding both is essential for entrepreneurial success. Nadya shares her insights on defining success on your own terms, the inevitable transition from solopreneur to business owner, and why building your brand alongside your business isn't optional—it's the key to unlocking money and dream opportunities you didn't even know existed. With over a decade of experience helping 70+ entrepreneurs transform their expertise into high-impact brands, Nadya reveals the game-changing strategies that separate those who build jobs from those who build thriving businesses.   If you're a coach, consultant, subject-matter expert and want to build a trusted, high-impact brand, book a free 25 min. call with Nadya: https://www.mrkmarketingconsulting.com/contact    https://www.instagram.com/nadyaramos_/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadyaramos/ https://www.youtube.com/@nadyaramos https://www.facebook.com/nadyaramos.marketing

    27 min

  3. 08/21/2025

    Erin Reeves, Executive Strategist

    Host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with Erin Reeves, Co-Founder & Principal at Next Level Org, to explore the reality that career paths are rarely linear and the magic often happens in life's messy middle moments. Erin shares her journey through early success, setbacks, family transitions, and entrepreneurial pivots while discussing how self-leadership, energy management, and building the right support network are essential for navigating professional challenges. This candid conversation tackles the loneliness of leadership, the importance of focusing on what truly matters, and why you don't have to have it all figured out right now to make meaningful progress. https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinreeves-nextlevel/ www.nextlevelorg.net

    30 min

  4. 08/14/2025

    Leslee Cohen, CEO and attorney

    In this episode, host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with Leslee Cohen, founder and Managing Partner of AllRise Legal Counsel, to discuss her journey from Wall Street to building a firm that prioritizes working with earlier-stage businesses and creating a truly supportive workplace culture. Leslee shares candid insights about what big law firms miss when it comes to retaining and advancing women lawyers, how she navigated suddenly stepping into leadership when her partner retired, and why aligning your business with your personal values is essential for long-term fulfillment.   Throughout their conversation, they explore Leslee's philosophy that true success means collective growth and how she's built a practice that feeds her soul while serving clients across industries from healthcare to technology.   https://www.allriselawyers.com/

    28 min

  5. 08/07/2025

    AmyK Hutchens, keynote speaker and leadership coach

    What happens when leaders lose their humanity in the pursuit of power? In this episode host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with AmyK Hutchens, a catalyst for maximizing brilliance who has delivered over 2,700 presentations and authored #1 bestselling leadership books, to unpack the messy realities of navigating power dynamics while staying authentically human. In a world where technology threatens to disconnect us from our most essential leadership qualities, AmyK reveals how the most successful leaders are those who dare to be vulnerable, foster genuine engagement, and lead with their hearts as much as their heads.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykhutchens/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amykhutchens/ Website: www.ignitebrilliance.com

    28 min

  6. 07/31/2025

    Andrea Steinbrenner - CEO and Exit Strategist

    In this episode, host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with Andrea Steinbrenner, CEO of Exit Consulting Group, to explore the critical elements of intentional business strategy and succession planning that every leader needs to master. They dive deep into how humility can transform your leadership approach, why planning for transitions before you need them is essential, and practical strategies for pivoting quickly when circumstances demand it. Whether you're building for the long term or navigating unexpected changes, this conversation offers actionable insights for creating resilient businesses that thrive through any transition. https://exitconsultinggroup.com/

    35 min

  7. 07/24/2025

    Trisha Singh, Fractional General Counsel

    In this episode, host Kathleen Gabriel sits down with Trisha Singh, a Fractional General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer who specializes in guiding healthcare and technology companies through pivotal moments like fundraising rounds, corporate restructuring, and ownership transitions. Trisha shares her insights on building a business that serves your life rather than consuming it, developing multiple revenue streams, and embracing the reality that your career path doesn't have to follow a straight line. Whether you're navigating startup growth or reimagining your professional future, this conversation offers practical wisdom on creating sustainable success on your own terms. https://www.linkedin.com/in/trishasinghesq/

    29 min

  8. 07/17/2025

    Hilary Dolbee, founder of VisionPath CFO

    Join us for an insightful conversation with Hilary Dolbee, founder and CEO of VisionPath CFO, a seasoned finance professional with over 20 years of experience who has served in CFO and COO roles across multiple industries. In this episode, Hilary shares her expertise on when and why businesses should consider working with a fractional CFO, reveals common financial pitfalls that can derail growth, and provides actionable strategies for making smart pivots. Whether you're a startup founder or seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation delivers practical financial wisdom to help you optimize your company's value and make better business decisions.   https://visionpathcfo.com/

    34 min
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From the outside, most success stories look like a straight line. In this podcast, host Kathleen Gabriel pulls back the curtain on what truly happens behind the scenes of business success. Drawing from her extensive background as a Human Resources consultant, Kathleen explores the messy, unpredictable path entrepreneurs actually travel. Interviewing a new business owner every week, she uncovers the strategic thinking, resilience, and adaptability that transform initial setbacks into ultimate triumphs.

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