25 episodes

Our mission is to empower women through professional development, helping them increase their income and create a better future for themselves and their children. We believe that every woman should have access to the resources and support needed to advance in her career and achieve financial independence.

Our programs aim to provide women with the tools necessary to succeed in their chosen fields. We offer mentorship, networking opportunities, training sessions, and other resources to help women develop their careers and achieve their goals.

Ultimately, we aim to help women build fulfilling careers that provide financial stability and security for themselves and their families. We believe that by empowering women in this way, we can create a brighter future for all.

Above & Not Beneath Robyn Sears

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 12 Ratings

Our mission is to empower women through professional development, helping them increase their income and create a better future for themselves and their children. We believe that every woman should have access to the resources and support needed to advance in her career and achieve financial independence.

Our programs aim to provide women with the tools necessary to succeed in their chosen fields. We offer mentorship, networking opportunities, training sessions, and other resources to help women develop their careers and achieve their goals.

Ultimately, we aim to help women build fulfilling careers that provide financial stability and security for themselves and their families. We believe that by empowering women in this way, we can create a brighter future for all.

    Ep. 12 | Oksana Kukurudza: Sunflowers Bend but Don’t Break

    Ep. 12 | Oksana Kukurudza: Sunflowers Bend but Don’t Break

    Oksana is a daughter of Ukrainian refugees who survived Nazi slave camps during WWII and spent years in Displaced Person Camps in Europe before finding a home in the USA. During her thirty-year career, she has worked in finance, accounting and consulting roles she has a CPA and MBA and has worked internationally in Ukraine and Italy. Today, she is a Manhattan based Managing Director of a global consulting, technology and outsourcing firm and has begun a second career as a writer. 
    Download the first chapter of Sunflowers Bend but Rarely Break (sunflowersrarelybreak.com)


    Oksana Kukurudza's Sunflowers Rarely Break – Medium


    Oksana Kukurudza (@okukurudza2) • Instagram photos and videos


    (4) Oksana Kukurudza | LinkedIn


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    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 42 min
    Ep. 11 | Orazie Cook: No Dog left Behind

    Ep. 11 | Orazie Cook: No Dog left Behind

    Orazie is a dedicated advocate for domestic violence survivors and their beloved pets. With a passion for creating safe and loving environments for both humans and animals, she established Praline's Backyard Foundation with the goal of breaking barriers faced by survivors with pets.
    Driven by her own experiences and fueled by compassion, Orazie leads the charge in raising awareness about the challenges survivors encounter when seeking safe housing for their pets. Through her dynamic leadership, Praline's Backyard Foundation has become a beacon of hope for countless families and their beloved pets.
    Check out her website: https://pralinesbackyardfoundation.org/
    Instagram: Praline's Back Yard IG
    LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/pralines_backyard
    TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pralines_backyard
    YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNAE7eyYx_FxSmSn2egsuVA



    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 24 min
    Ep. 10 | Jenn Drummond-From Near Death to Climbing Mt Everest-literally!

    Ep. 10 | Jenn Drummond-From Near Death to Climbing Mt Everest-literally!

    In 2018, Jenn Drummond survived a car accident that left rescuers astounded. Against all odds, she emerged alive, profoundly aware that life's departure is beyond our control, but how we live it is our choice. This realization empowered her to embrace authenticity and adventure. Inspired by her son, she aimed to climb Mount Everest, a challenge she fearlessly accepted.
    During her training, Jenn's coach suggested an even greater feat: pursuing a Guinness World Record by becoming the first woman to conquer the 7 second summits. Fueled by her desire for a meaningful life, she embraced this challenge wholeheartedly.
    Today, Jenn stands as a world record holder, empowering others to conquer their life's summits. Besides being a successful business owner and a mother to seven remarkable children, she's an international speaker, author, and the host of the Seek Your Summit podcast. Her mission? To inspire others to move beyond mere success and embrace a life of true significance.


    You can find Jenn here: https://jenndrummond.com/ and her book  here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684814359/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk



    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 33 min
    Ep. 09 | Tracy Pleschourt Making Lasting Change

    Ep. 09 | Tracy Pleschourt Making Lasting Change

    Tracy is a masterful coach who has helped countless people make lasting changes by changing the way they react to life. She helps you understand your thought patterns and provides practical and tactical ways to create lasting change. 


    Just a few years ago, Tracy was a successful advertising executive. Stifled by the
    rigorous, time-consuming demands of the corporate world, she traded in her 20 years
    of advertising to pursue her real passion:personal and professional coaching.
    Tracy became a student of my own work and has stopped overeating, overdrinking, and created a multi six figure business while teaching others to do the same.


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    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 42 min
    Ep. 08 | Brittany Garcia-Dumas: Single Mom Business Brand Strategist

    Ep. 08 | Brittany Garcia-Dumas: Single Mom Business Brand Strategist

    Brittney Garcia-Dumas is a Business Branding Strategist from Arlington, Texas with a degree in Anthropology and 7 years experience in the Strategic Marketing space. As owner of BGD Digital Marketing, a Business Branding company focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, she has helped businesses large and small profit from their unique strengths.  She is a proud Latina business owner, speaker, and advocate for women. Her personal touch approach to Business Branding has opened doors for her to lead talks on modern Marketing practices, women’s empowerment, business strategies, and rallying others through her perspective of a young Latina in the corporate world. Brittney was also recently recognized as one of Arlington’s Top 40 under 40 and featured in Barbara Corcoran’s Podcast, Business Unusual. Brittney participates civically on Arlington Mayor Jim Ross’ Latino Advisory Board,  Mayor Ross’ Women’s Advisory Board, and as the Chair of the Latino Business Group for the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce. Brittany does all this while juggling single parenthood. You can find Brittany at her website BGD Digital Marketing.



    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 37 min
    Ep. 07 | Jen Hardy: The Sick Mom’s Guide to Having Fun Again

    Ep. 07 | Jen Hardy: The Sick Mom’s Guide to Having Fun Again

    Jen is a podcast host, author, speaker, and community builder, she’s devoted to helping women over 50 discover their full potential and reclaim their power. She’s the host of the "Fabulous Over 50" podcast, (formerly Hardy Mom) where she provides actionable tips and advice that will help you level up in your career, relationships, and life. She is also the host of “Medical Gaslighting” podcast, which aims to educate and empower people with chronic illness and pain. Jen was raised by an entrepreneur and started working in the family business at the age of 12. She’s been blogging since 2015; wrote the book, “The Sick Mom’s Guide to Having Fun Again” in 2017; and started the “Fabulous Over 50” Podcast in 2018. In 2022 she published three 5-year journals; one for business owners to build their success, one for those on a quest for happiness; and one for moms with chronic illness.


    Check out Jen’s Website and join the Jen’s Friends community.



    Empowering women to embrace their resourcefulness and wisdom so they can choose their future and impact the lives of their children.

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

CraneOppLife ,

Always Inspiring

I love listening to Robyn and her guests share their life lessons, their journeys and how they’re making a difference in their communities.

I always feel uplifted and inspired after each podcast. Definitely worth listening to.

Rich at Silence Teaches ,

Host makes guests feel very relaxed!

We had fun. Such a nice host! Very relaxed conversation to best help her community. We both spoke from our hearts.

Meggapchef ,

Fun & inspiring

Glad I checked this podcast out. Robyn, the host, interviews interesting people w/good stories. Looking forward to hearing more.

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