Be S.H.E.

Heidi Schalk
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Are you ready to Be S.H.E.? That's Be Seen, Be Heard, and Be Empowered! I'm Heidi Schalk, Business Strategy Coach, welcome to the Be S.H.E. podcast. Each week, I'll be sharing tips and strategies to help you increase your visibility, amplify your voice, and take control of your life and business. We'll cover everything from personal branding to marketing, networking, public speaking and leadership. I'll also be interviewing successful women who have made their mark in their respective fields and are on a mission to make a positive difference in the world, so you can learn from the best. So, if you're ready to step out of the shadows, make your voice heard, put your stake in the ground and take charge of your life, then tune in and subscribe to the Be S.H.E. podcast. I’m excited for you to join me!

  1. 1D AGO

    Ep. 111 From Self-Doubt to Unshakeable Confidence: Simone Knego’s Journey

    What would your life look like if you actually believed in yourself? 🤍 This week on the podcast, I sat down with Simone Knego and this conversation did not disappoint. Simone gets real about the lies she believed because of past relationships. She talks about pushing past fear and stepping so far outside her comfort zone that she literally climbed Mount Kilimanjaro. And she shares how all of it, every hard moment, became the foundation for her R.E.A.L. Method. This one is for every woman who has ever thought: "I'm not enough." "Who am I to do this?" "What if I fail?" Because the story you've been believing about yourself? It's time to rewrite it. 🤍 Simone Knego is an international speaker, award winning author, and confidence coach dedicated to empowering women to overcome self doubt and live purpose driven lives. As the bestselling author of The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You, Simone extends her mission through her globally ranked podcast, Her Unshakeable Confidence, offering inspiration and insights to a worldwide audience. Her transformative work, including the REAL Method, provides a straightforward framework for cultivating genuine self assurance. Featured on major networks like ABC, NBC, and CBS, and in publications such as Entrepreneur and Yahoo News, Simone also champions her "Kitchen Table Leadership" philosophy, which emphasizes that true leadership is performed through everyday choices. She is the heart of a vibrant household with her husband of 32 years, six children, and three dogs. Her upcoming book, REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go From Unsure to Unshakeable, launches in February, offering women practical tools to foster authentic confidence. To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: https://simoneknego.com  FB- https://www.facebook.com/SpeakerSimoneKnego  IG- https://www.instagram.com/simoneknego/  LI- https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoneknego  https://www.youtube.com/@her_unshakeable_confidence  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/her-unshakeable-confidence-podcast/id1667058474  https://www.ted.com/talks/simone_knego_t_a_l_k_ing_to_kids_about_bias  https://www.ted.com/talks/simone_knego_how_to_find_your_kilimanjaro  https://realconfidencebook.com/  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    36 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Ep. 110 Finding Your Voice & Owning the Stage w/ Ruth Milligan

    What if the very thing you're meant to do… is something you never planned for? That's the question I couldn't stop thinking about after this conversation. This week I sat down with Ruth Milligan…….a communications strategist, TEDx founder, and someone who has spent decades helping people find their voice and step into their message with confidence. But her story didn't start the way you'd expect. She didn't get into business school. She didn't have it all mapped out. But she showed up anyway, and what grew out of that? A 20+ year career helping others do the same thing she had to learn the hard way. Ruth Milligan helps people find their voice, tell their story, and have their message be heard. For over three decades, she has served as a communication strategist, coach and trainer. Founder and curator of one of the longest-running TEDx programs, TEDxColumbus, her career has included roles of speechwriter, national press secretary, and embedded consultant to billion-dollar contract pitches for Fortune 10 companies.  Ruth received her BA in Speech Communication from Miami University. Prior to founding Articulation in 2010, which focuses exclusively on executive communication coaching and training, she ran a PR and marketing firm and worked in political and non-profit communications.  She has a deep connection and commitment to her forever home, Columbus, where she has served on a variety of non-profit boards, and helped to launch the nation’s third women-founded bank in town, Fortuna. She keeps active ties to Miami, having just finished a term on the university’s foundation board.  In her spare time, Ruth plays a healthy amount of Pickleball, enjoys working out, biking, and hiking with her husband Dave. They have two college-aged children and a dog, Bean.  We talked about what it really takes to find your voice. We talked about overcoming that nagging fear of "Can I actually do this?" We talked about the power of surrounding yourself with the right people,  and why stepping out before you feel ready can change everything. This conversation is honest. It's encouraging. And it's full of the kind of perspective that makes you want to stop waiting and start moving. If you've been holding back or questioning your path,  I really believe this episode will speak to you. 🤍 To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://www.articulationinc.com  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ruthmilligan  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    40 min

  3. MAR 13

    Ep. 109 From Trauma to Transformation: Why Women Are Being Called to Rise w/ Whitney Walker

    What does it really mean to heal, and come home to yourself? In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Walker, a licensed marriage and family therapist, recovery coach, and spiritual guide who has dedicated her life to helping women heal and reconnect with who they truly are. Whitney shares how a lifelong curiosity about human emotions and relationships led her into therapy, and how her own personal journey eventually inspired her to create Women Waken, a movement built around healing, spirituality, and self-discovery for women. We go deep in this one. We talk about the return of the divine feminine, how trauma and family dynamics quietly shape our lives, and why it matters so much to create spaces where women feel truly seen and heard….not just listened to, but actually seen. This episode is an invitation. An invitation to move from fear to love, to let go of the patterns that are holding you back, and to step into the deep healing that comes when you finally accept yourself, all of yourself, without conditions. If you've ever felt like you lost yourself somewhere along the way, this conversation is for you. Whitney Walker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in addiction, eating disorders, trauma, and Spirituality. She also works as a recovery coach and spiritual guide. Whitney incorporates spiritual concepts into her work including the return of the Divine Feminine to our world and moving from a place of Fear to Love; releasing self-destruction and rejection to embrace unconditional self love and acceptance. These ideas form the concept of Women Waken, her business and vision for the future. Whitney created The Women Waken Podcast; A Holistic Guide to Wellness and Abundant Self-Love along with an accompanying Youtube channel, please check it out!  To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://www.womenwaken.com  IG: https://www.instagram.com/womenwaken/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenWaken  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-walker-16b77794/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqyxriSmwfLueB3fn-FthWw  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    47 min

  4. MAR 6

    Ep. 108 Reinventing Your Career: How Lori Barnes Built a Life Around Curiosity and Calling

    In this episode, I sit down with Lori Barnes, a professional astrologer, licensed psychotherapist, and marketing strategist who has spent more than three decades exploring the intersection of human behavior, business, and astrology. Lori shares how a childhood dream of owning her own business eventually led her through multiple careers, and how she now blends them together in a truly unique way. From navigating career transitions and international moves to pursuing multiple degrees and reinventing herself along the way, Lori’s story is a powerful reminder that our paths don’t have to be linear. If you’ve ever felt a pull toward something different but weren’t sure how to follow it, this conversation will inspire you to embrace curiosity, keep learning, and trust the journey toward your purpose. ✨ Lori Barnes is a professional astrologer, licensed psychotherapist (LMFT), and marketing strategist with over 35 years of experience across industries. Based between Illinois and Rome, Italy, she brings a unique global perspective to her work, blending modern and traditional astrology with psychology, marketing, and AstroMapping techniques such as AstroCartoGraphy and Local Space. Lori’s expertise helps individuals and entrepreneurs align timing, place, and strategy to achieve their goals. Her academic background includes a BA in Business, an MA in Psychology, an MA in Marketing, and a Diploma in Astrology. She serves as Marketing Director for Kepler College and the Organization for Professional Astrology (OPA), and teaches classes on marketing, psychology, astrology, and AstroCartoGraphy. To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: https://www.loribarnesastrology.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loribarnesastrology  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loribarnesprofile/  Kepler College: lori@keplercollege.org  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    50 min

  5. FEB 27

    Ep. 107 What's Next? Reinvention, Leadership & The Psychology Behind How We Buy w/ Roslyn Rice

    In this episode, we sit down with best-selling author, business strategist, and leadership consultant Roslyn Rice, whose newest book ‘What's Next’ just hit #1 Hot New Release on Amazon. She's a lead consultant with the Small Business Development Center at FIU and the Advocacy Director for NAWBO South Florida, and she's spent decades helping entrepreneurs and leaders figure out how to grow, change, and reinvent themselves. We get into her unexpected path into the business world, how consumer psychology shaped the way she works, and the very real strategies companies use to influence how we think, shop, and make decisions. We're talking store layouts, impulse buying, the way your brain works against your budget... and so much more. But this episode isn't just about buying behavior. It's about leadership, purpose, and what it looks like to keep evolving when you're not sure what's next. If you're an entrepreneur standing at a crossroads, or just someone ready for a change, this one's for you. Roslyn Rice is Co-Founder of DPI LLC, a high-impact consulting firm specializing in leadership training and business strategy. A bestselling author and sought after speaker she brings decades of experience guiding entrepreneurs and leaders through growth and reinvention. She is lead consultant with Small Business Development Center at FIU and Advocacy Director for NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) South Florida. Her newest book release is a #1 Hot New Release on Amazon and it is titled, "What's Next". To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://dpi2.com  Instagram: www.instagram.com/doubleportion  Facebook: www.facebook.com/DPI2LLC  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching  FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    38 min

  6. FEB 20

    Ep. 106 What Every Woman Should Know About Money, Marriage & Divorce.... Before It’s Too Late

    In this episode, we're sitting down with Lisa Zeiderman, a managing partner at Miller Zeiderman LLP, matrimonial attorney, and certified divorce financial analyst. But her story isn't what you'd expect. After going through her own divorce, Lisa made a huge life change. She went to law school at 42 and built a career helping women understand their finances, protect their futures, and stand up for themselves during some of the hardest moments of their lives. We're getting real about the money stuff many women aren't ready for, until life forces them to face it. We talk about prenups (yes, really). Financial honesty in marriage. Rebuilding after divorce. Raising kids who are smart with money. And why every woman needs to understand her finances…. whether she's single, married, or starting over. If you've ever felt lost when it comes to money, relationships, or bouncing back after a major change, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to take control. Lisa Zeiderman is Managing Partner at Miller Zeiderman LLP, based in New York. A matrimonial attorney, CFL and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, she regularly handles complex financial and custody divorce matters, as well as pre- and post-nuptial agreements for high-net-worth individuals.  Named to the Crain’s New York list of Notable Woman Attorneys for 2021 and 2023, as well as a Crain’s New York Notable Diverse Lawyer for 2022 and a Hudson Valley Best Lawyer in 2022, 2023 and 2024, among many other awards, Lisa is a founding member of the American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators and a member of the panel for Attorneys for Children.  In addition to authoring a well-read blog on Psychology Today, “Legal Matters: Understanding Mental Health Issues as They Apply to Divorce and Child Custody,” Ms. Zeiderman is regularly published in Financial Advisor Magazine, the New York Law Journal, and by the Forbes Business Council. She is also interviewed on issues ranging from financial empowerment to tax issues to child custody in a host of media and podcasts, and speaks on these issues as well. Ms. Zeiderman, a Fordham University of Law graduate, also serves as the President of the executive board of Savvy Ladies, Inc., is the President of the Justice Brandeis Society, and serves on the board of Family Legal Care (formerly known as LIFT, Legal Information for Families Today). Lisa is also a member of the Forbes Business Council and Chief. To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://lisazeiderman.com  LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/lisazeiderman  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    28 min

  7. FEB 6

    Ep. 105 From Law to Labor & Delivery: Dr. Anne Marie Reidy on Reinvention, Purpose, and Women’s Care

    Anne Marie Reidy, MD is the founder and owner of Women4Women OBGYN in Huntsville, Alabama.  Women4Women provides comprehensive OBGYN services, midwifery care, and aesthetic and wellness options (including a weight loss clinic and specialized menopause care by our certified menopause provider, Elizabeth Irby, CNP.) Prior to her career as an Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Dr. Reidy graduated cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center and then practiced law in Cleveland, Ohio for 10 years. She obtained her B.A., summa cum laude, in Classical Studies from Boston College. Dr. Reidy has been providing prenatal care, delivering babies, and practicing gynecology in Huntsville since 2004. She came to Huntsville after training at University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio and having graduated from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. Upon founding Women4Women OBGYN in 2017, Dr. Reidy expanded the scope of the practice to include wellness and aesthetic services.  Dr. Reidy initiated these options after years of hearing patients’ requests that she do so, and she has discovered that delivering these services is an extremely satisfying addition to her busy practice. Another breakthrough Dr. Reidy initiated was the return of certified nurse midwives to Huntsville Hospital after an absence of nearly 30 years. Dr. Reidy feels strongly that the women of North Alabama deserve to have this option available to them in a safe hospital setting. Among her numerous civic and professional activities, Dr. Reidy is one of the founders of the International Women’s Forum-Alabama and its immediate past president. The International Women’s Forum-Alabama is part of an invitation-only global organization whose mission is to advance women’s leadership and champion equality worldwide. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Drake State Community and Technical College.  She served six years as a board member of the Huntsville Hospital Foundation and has also served on the boards of The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, and Girls, Inc. of North Alabama. She is a founding member of the Women’s Philanthropy Society of the Community Foundation and a former chair of the OBGYN Department at Huntsville Hospital. She has held multiple leadership positions for Huntsville Hospital.   Dr Reidy has been presented with several awards for her leadership, including being named one of the “50 Women Who Shape the State” of Alabama in 2022 and a recipient of the Vaccine Champion Award from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in 2021 for her work advancing the Covid vaccine during the pandemic. Only 6 practitioners nationwide received this award. Dr. Reidy is very committed to improving women’s health locally, nationally and internationally.  She has attended multiple international conferences on women’s leadership and on climate change over the years and is an outspoken advocate for improving maternal mortality in Alabama and the U.S.  Dr. Reidy is also involved in promoting racial equity through work with her husband, who is the director of a civil rights museum in Scottsboro, Alabama, The Scottsboro Boys Museum, and being founding members of the racial equity fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, Alabama. For relaxation, Dr. Reidy enjoys spending time with family and friends, being “Nonna” to her 7 grandchildren, mahjong, crochet, yoga, reading, and traveling.  To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://www.women4womenhsv.com  Instagram: Instagram Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com

    31 min

  8. FEB 3

    Ep. 104 Redefining Beauty Without Plastic: Inside the Future of Haircare w/ Kate Assaraf

    What if luxury haircare didn’t have to come with plastic, greenwashing, or exclusion? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP, a sustainably forward haircare brand redefining beauty with plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bars that actually perform. Kate shares her journey from years in the beauty industry to creating a product she couldn’t find anywhere else: salon-quality haircare that honors both people and the planet. We talk about her lifelong love of hair, the problem with “eco” products that forget performance, and how DIP is empowering women-owned refill stores across the country. From honest marketing to conscious consumerism, this conversation will change how you think about beauty, sustainability, and what innovation really looks like. Kate Assaraf is the founder of DIP, a sustainability-forward haircare company redefining beauty without plastic or pretense. After years in the beauty industry, Kate saw how marketing excluded real women and greenwashed the truth—so she created DIP to do things differently. DIP makes salon-quality shampoo and conditioner bars that are plastic-free, travel-ready, and built to last. But more than that, it’s a brand with a mission: empower small, women-owned refill stores across the country to thrive. Kate’s 7-figure business doesn’t rely on Amazon or big box retail—instead, she invests directly in Main Street. From funding store build-outs to launching exclusive local-only scents, Kate is proving that sustainable beauty can be good for people, the planet, and your profit margins. Named NJ Mompreneur of the Year, a Forbes Council Member, and Oprah’s 2025 #1 Pick for Curly Hair, Kate is a fierce advocate for small business, honest marketing, and conscious consumerism. To connect with our guest, click on the links below: Website: http://www.dipalready.com  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dipalready  Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidischalkcoaching FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femaleentrepreneursandleaders Spotlight to Scale: https://www.spotlighttoscale.com/blueprint LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidischalkcoaching/ Ready to grow your biz: scalewithheidi.com

    48 min
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Are you ready to Be S.H.E.? That's Be Seen, Be Heard, and Be Empowered! I'm Heidi Schalk, Business Strategy Coach, welcome to the Be S.H.E. podcast. Each week, I'll be sharing tips and strategies to help you increase your visibility, amplify your voice, and take control of your life and business. We'll cover everything from personal branding to marketing, networking, public speaking and leadership. I'll also be interviewing successful women who have made their mark in their respective fields and are on a mission to make a positive difference in the world, so you can learn from the best. So, if you're ready to step out of the shadows, make your voice heard, put your stake in the ground and take charge of your life, then tune in and subscribe to the Be S.H.E. podcast. I’m excited for you to join me!

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  • Creator
    Heidi Schalk
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Be S.H.E.
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