36 episodes

Welcome to Legacy, a podcast for visionary women. Meet your newest goal-getting companion for practical lifestyle and success tips and girl-friend-like encouragement to get you out of your own way as you pursue your BIG dreams.

Your hosts Elisabeth Huijskens and Gretchen Huijskens are Forbes-featured co-founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women in communities of extreme poverty by selling their fair trade accessories. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team! The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pull on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.

We’re women committed to being our best selves, not solely for our own benefit, but to help others rise with us. From self-care to caring for the world, we lead our lives intentionally, boldly believing we can make a difference. We know that by confidently using our voices and pursuing our dreams, the women watching feel permission to do the same. Join us each week for unscripted conversations -- a haven for visionary women.

Legacy Elisabeth Huijskens and Gretchen Huijskens

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    • 5.0 • 152 Ratings

Welcome to Legacy, a podcast for visionary women. Meet your newest goal-getting companion for practical lifestyle and success tips and girl-friend-like encouragement to get you out of your own way as you pursue your BIG dreams.

Your hosts Elisabeth Huijskens and Gretchen Huijskens are Forbes-featured co-founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women in communities of extreme poverty by selling their fair trade accessories. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team! The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pull on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.

We’re women committed to being our best selves, not solely for our own benefit, but to help others rise with us. From self-care to caring for the world, we lead our lives intentionally, boldly believing we can make a difference. We know that by confidently using our voices and pursuing our dreams, the women watching feel permission to do the same. Join us each week for unscripted conversations -- a haven for visionary women.

    HOW TO STAY CONSISTENT WITH YOUR GOALS IN SUMMER

    HOW TO STAY CONSISTENT WITH YOUR GOALS IN SUMMER

    Summer throws everyone off their normal scheduels and routines. But you don't have to let summer be an excuse to stop pursuing what you want. In this episode, we talk about ways you can remain consistent with your goals even while enjoying a full, memory-making summer!
     
    Click here for a Pomodoro Timer 
    Click HERE to join Gretchen's Book Launch Crew!
    Click HERE to grab Elisabeth's Reinvent Yourself in 12 Weeks Template!
    Shop Trades of Hope: tradesofhope.com
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 38 min
    Go From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Why Commitment Might Be All You Need

    Go From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Why Commitment Might Be All You Need

    Click HERE to join Gretchen's Book Launch Crew!
    Click HERE to grab Elisabeth's Reinvent Yourself in 12 Weeks Template!
    Shop Trades of Hope: tradesofhope.com
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 32 min
    GRETCHEN WROTE A BOOK: What She's Nervous for You to Read, the Writing Experience, What This Means for Trades of Hope

    GRETCHEN WROTE A BOOK: What She's Nervous for You to Read, the Writing Experience, What This Means for Trades of Hope

    Trades of Hope co-founder and CEO (and co-host of this podcast), Gretchen Huijskens WROTE A BOOK. Gretchen's memior is releasing on June 16, 2023. In this episode Elisabeth asks her everything you want to know about the book: behind the scenes of writing it, what she's nervous for you to read, how this impacts Trades of Hope, and how she thinks YOU will feel after reading it. Listen for all the details!
     
    Click HERE to join Gretchen's Book Launch Crew!
    Click HERE to grab Elisabeth's Reinvent Yourself in 12 Weeks Template!
    Shop Trades of Hope: tradesofhope.com
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 32 min
    How to Get EVERYTHING You Want Out of This SUMMER!

    How to Get EVERYTHING You Want Out of This SUMMER!

    Summer is just around the corner, and it evokes different emotions from everyone. Some people LOVE the adventure and spontaneity (like Gretchen), and some people feel overwhelmed with the loss of routines and structure (like Elisabeth). In this episode, enjoy and embody tips for getting EVERYTHING you want out of this summer including:
    How to stay consisent with your goals How to keep an easy routine in the middle of changing schedules and travel How to have FUN and make the most memories How to grow in your relationships with others How to be the best version of yourself by the end of summer  
    Click HERE to join Gretchen's Book Launch Crew!
    Click HERE to grab Elisabeth's Reinvent Yourself in 12 Weeks Template!
    Shop Trades of Hope: tradesofhope.com
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 30 min
    What's Working, What's Not, and What's TBD

    What's Working, What's Not, and What's TBD

    In this episode, Elisabeth and Gretchen are sharing what is working in their work and lives, what's not working, and what is to be determined. Gretchen also discusses the launch of her upcoming memoir! 
     
    Shop the Trades of Hope 2023 Lookbook HERE
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 39 min
    "Is it worth it?" - A Fashion Revolution Week Episode

    "Is it worth it?" - A Fashion Revolution Week Episode

    On the day of this recording, it is the middle of Fashion Revolution Week and the 10 year anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse. The fall of this multi-level workplace manufacturing items for today's most popular fast fashion brands was completely avoidable. Thousands of people died or were injured because the fast fashion industry turns a blind eye to the mistreatment of who makes its clothes. 
     
    This ethical fashion conversation is designed to educate. Not to shame. Shopping ethical fashion brands, fair trade brands, borrowing/thrifting/renting, and simply consuming less:
     
    Creates more safe, dignified, fairly paid job options for women Helps mothers provide for their children and lowers their vulnerability to trafficking Lowers the demand for life-threating sweatshops and workplaces like the Rana Plaza Listen to our NO SHAME ETHICAL FASHION CONVERSATION here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy/id1610008932?i=1000553284867
     
    Our Favorite Ethical Brands:
    Trades of Hope
    Elegantees
    Quince
    Marcella
    Modern Citizen
    Reformation
    Everlane
    Athleta 
     
    Shop Trades of Hope: tradesofhope.com
     
    Elisabeth and Gretchen are Forbes-featured founders of Trades of Hope, a multi-million dollar ethical fashion company that exists to create jobs for women to rise out of extreme poverty and trafficking. And oh, yeah, they're a mother/daughter team. The driven, honest, unapologetic duo pulls on their decades of experience in these unscripted, candid conversations.
     
    CONNECT WITH YOUR HOSTS:
    Elisabeth's IG: instagram.com/elisabethhuijskens
    Gretchen's IG: instagram.com/gretchenhuijskens

    • 31 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
152 Ratings

152 Ratings

NateDawg221 ,

Uplifting, Encouraging and Fun

I have really enjoyed every episode, but season 2 episode 7 is my favorite! We need more workmen speaking life into the world around us and Gretchen & Elizabeth are doing this and encouraging others to join them. There is something from everyone weather you are looking for ways to impact the world around you want to be a part of lifting up other women this is a great space to fine exactly that.

linietoria ,

I love the honesty!

Not only does this podcast leave me feeling inspired to tackle the tasks in my life, and give me the tools to do so, but I love how often the hosts are candid about their successes AND their failures. It’s so reassuring to see that no one has it all together, but they are WORKING and helping others along the way!

Lynnthehopedealer ,

The Right Stuff

I am so thankful for these two women! They hearts are so big and listening to this podcast you can tell that neither one is just a pretty face. They truly mean what they say and they strive to live it out daily! I have learned so much from Season 1 of this podcast and cannot wait to jump into Season 2!! If you’re a women who wants to live an intentional life and leave the legacy YOU desire, I strongly recommend you give these two amazing women your time!!!

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