Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose

Michelle Valenzuela Wolf
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Welcome to Opportunity Knocks with Michelle Wolf of EmpowHer Purpose! Every Thursday, I feature a new guest female entrepreneur. These episodes are here to give you insight into how to take, make, create and evaluate opportunities. So listen in, knock knock, and open the door!

  1. 1D AGO

    E127: What You’re Really Hungry For with Kim Shapira

    Let’s Talk About Our Relationship with Food! Do you consider yours healthy? Well Balanced?  In Episode 127 of Opportunity Knocks, I sit down with Kim Shapira, a registered dietitian, author, and creator of the Kim Shapira Method, to talk about something that impacts all of us—our relationship with food. We dive into how comparison, pressure, and constant noise around what we “should” be doing can disconnect us from our bodies. Kim shares insights from nearly 30 years of experience, along with her Six Simple Rules for building a more balanced, sustainable approach to wellness. In this episode, we talk about: - How diet culture and comparison impact the way we see food and our bodies - What it actually means to listen to your body (and why it’s harder than it sounds) - Kim’s Six Simple Rules for creating sustainable, long-term wellness - The difference between physical hunger and emotional hunger - How to rebuild trust with yourself after years of restriction or confusion - Letting go of guilt and shame around food This conversation is all about learning to tune out the noise, trust yourself again, and understand what you’re really hungry for—both physically and mentally. It’s a reminder that creating a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to come from restriction, but from awareness, consistency, and self-trust. #OpportunityKnocks #EmpowHer #WellnessJourney #FoodFreedom #MindsetShift #SelfTrust #HealthyLiving #PersonalGrowth #HealthyEating #Diet #Wellness

    37 min
  2. E126: Improve Your Path to Longevity with Jessica Mehraban

    1D AGO

    E126: Improve Your Path to Longevity with Jessica Mehraban

    On Episode 126 of Opportunity Knocks by empower purpose, I sit down with Jessica Mehraban, PA-C, a board-certified physician assistant at NextHealth Jessica is passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal health through a functional, personalized approach. Her work focuses on identifying root causes and creating tailored protocols that support longevity, balance, and overall vitality—from gut health and hormones to skin and aging. In this conversation, Jessica and I explore the shift from reactive healthcare to proactive, preventive wellness. We discuss how advanced lab testing, lifestyle factors, and individualized care can empower people to take control of their health in a more informed and sustainable way. In this episode: • The importance of personalized, root-cause approaches to health • How functional medicine differs from traditional care • Peptides, when to use them, and why foundational health comes first • The benefits of contrast therapy and proactive wellness practices This conversation is a reminder that true health isn’t built on quick fixes, but on understanding your body, creating balance, and taking intentional steps toward long-term wellness. #OpportunityKnocks #FunctionalMedicine #Longevity #WellnessJourney #EmpowerPurpose #WomenInLeadership

    31 min
  3. E125: Building Trust Through Presence with Nick Sharp, LPCC

    2D AGO

    E125: Building Trust Through Presence with Nick Sharp, LPCC

    How does one build contact connection relationship & intimacy? I’m so excited to share Episode 125 of Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose where I sit down with Nick Sharp, M.A., a Clinical Psychology and Counseling professional, trained at the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies and founder of his own equine-based practice, Nick Sharp Counseling. Nick’s work centers around the healing power of connection—both with others and with the natural world. Through equine therapy, he helps individuals build trust, presence, and emotional awareness by working alongside horses, who model authenticity, safety, and nonverbal communication in powerful ways. In this conversation, Nick and I explore how true healing happens through contact, presence, and the willingness to slow down. They also dive into the growing challenges of disconnection in today’s world, and how reconnecting with nature—and ourselves—can create space for transformation. In this episode, we discuss: • The healing power of equine therapy and building trust through presence • Why contact and connection are essential for emotional growth • The difference between solitude and isolation—and why it matters • How slowing down and engaging with nature can support healing and self-awareness This conversation is a reminder that meaningful growth begins when we allow ourselves to be fully present. By embracing discomfort, deepening connection, and reconnecting with the world around us, we open the door to lasting transformation. #OpportunityKnocks #EquineTherapy #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #Connection #EmpowerPurpose

    57 min
  4. E124: Let’s Talk About Sex and Success: The Accomplished Woman with Dr. Christina Tracy Stein

    5D AGO

    E124: Let’s Talk About Sex and Success: The Accomplished Woman with Dr. Christina Tracy Stein

    I’m so excited to share episode 124 of the Opportunity Knocks podcast featuring the incredible Dr. Christina Tracy Stein. ✨ Christina is a therapist, sexologist, speaker, and the author of Accomplished Woman. Growing up in the personal development world as the daughter of legendary speaker and author Brian Tracy, Christina was surrounded by some of the pioneers of the self-development movement from an early age. Leaders like Tony Robbins, Jim Rohn, and Stephen Covey were part of the conversations in her world growing up, which sparked her lifelong curiosity about human behavior, psychology, relationships, and what it truly means to live authentically and with purpose. In this conversation, we explore everything from communication and intimacy to feminine energy, self-connection, and the power of authentic relationships. Christina shares how her own journey—from becoming a marriage and family therapist to earning a PhD in human sexuality—led her to help people better understand themselves, their partners, and the deeper connections that shape our lives. Christina also talks about her book Accomplished Woman, which encourages women to recognize their value, redefine what accomplishment means, and embrace a more holistic view of fulfillment that includes relationships, vitality, and authenticity. In this episode, we explore: • Why honest communication is the foundation of intimacy • The role vulnerability plays in building meaningful relationships • Reconnecting with your body, energy, and life force • How women can redefine what it means to feel accomplished • Why authentic connection is more important than ever in today’s world When we truly know ourselves and honor our own value, we show up more fully in our relationships—and that’s where real connection begins. #OpportunityKnocksPodcast #AccomplishedWoman #AuthenticConnection #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowth #Relationships #EmpowerWomen #FemininePower #SelfDiscovery #EmpowHer #OpportunityKnocks #ChristinaTracy #Success

    36 min
  5. E123: Multi-Dimensional Wellness: Longevity Redefined with Dr. Naina Sachdev

    MAR 13

    E123: Multi-Dimensional Wellness: Longevity Redefined with Dr. Naina Sachdev

    On Episode 123 of Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose, Michelle sits down with Dr. Naina, a pioneering physician and plastic surgeon and specializes in longevity, regenerative, and integrative medicine. She also utilizes her expertise as a plastic surgeon. With a background in mathematics and decades of experience in clinical care, Dr. Naina brings a uniquely analytical and holistic perspective to understanding health, aging, and the future of medicine. Dr Naina seeks to create a whole wellness approach to maximize the quality of her care and better understand the multidimensionality of our wellness. In this conversation, Dr. Naina shares her journey from traditional medicine to a more multidimensional approach that looks beyond symptoms to address the root causes of disease. She discusses how biochemical imbalances, genetics, and lifestyle factors all play a role in long-term wellness, and why personalized treatment plans are essential for true healing. In this episode, we discuss: • The shift from traditional allopathic medicine to integrative and functional approaches • Longevity science, regenerative medicine, and the future of anti-aging care • Hormone regulation, nutrigenomics, and understanding the body’s biochemical balance • Why wellness treatments must be personalized and carefully monitored Dr. Naina’s work challenges the quick-fix culture of the wellness industry and encourages a deeper, more thoughtful approach to health—one rooted in science, discernment, and truly understanding the whole person. #OpportunityKnocks #LongevityMedicine #IntegrativeHealth #WellnessJourney #EmpowerPurpose #WomenInLeadership #EmpowHer #Anti-Aging #Balance

    54 min
  6. E122: Be Empowered: Breaking Menopause Myths with Dr. Kudzai Dombo, MD

    MAR 5

    E122: Be Empowered: Breaking Menopause Myths with Dr. Kudzai Dombo, MD

    On this episode of Opportunity Knocks by Empower Purpose, Michelle sits down with Dr. Kudzai Dombo, physician and Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Alloy Health  Originally from Zimbabwe, Dr. Dombo shares her journey to becoming a physician and how it shaped her passion for helping women better understand and advocate for their health. Michelle and Dr. Dombo explore important conversations around menopause, hormone replacement therapy, and emerging treatments such as GLP-1s and peptides, while emphasizing the importance of individualized care and lifestyle factors like nutrition and exercise. Through her work at Alloy Health, Dr. Dombo leads support groups for women of color and develops educational workshops that empower women to navigate midlife health with confidence and knowledge. In this episode, we discuss: • Menopause and the importance of open conversation • Hormone therapy and personalized treatment plans • GLP-1s, peptides, and the role of lifestyle in midlife health • Empowering women to advocate for themselves in healthcare Dr Dombo highlights the importance of listening to women’s voices, expanding education around menopause, and creating a healthcare system that truly supports women at every stage of life.  You’re not gonna miss this one! #OpportunityKnocks #WomensHealth #MenopauseAwareness #EmpowerPurpose #WomenInLeadership #Advocacy #EmpowHer #BeEmpowered #Menopause

    44 min
  7. Episode 121: Legendary Values - Create Your Success with Bruce Cardenas

    FEB 26

    Episode 121: Legendary Values - Create Your Success with Bruce Cardenas

    On this episode of Opportunity Knocks by empower purpose, we sit down with Bruce Cardenas — former Chief Communications Officer of Quest Nutrition, current leader at Legendary Foods, founder of Bioshift, and author of Lead With Value: A Leadership Blueprint for Purpose and Impact. Bruce’s journey is a powerful example of what happens when discipline, service, and purpose align. From serving as an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department to becoming a United States Marine Corps Marine, to building his own gym and eventually helping scale a global brand, Bruce has consistently answered opportunity with courage and conviction. Recently, he has focused his efforts on Legendary Foods as well as leading Bioshift to provide awareness to heart health and make improvements in the care provided. In this conversation, we explore: • Why providing value is the foundation of lasting success • How to build meaningful relationships with intention • The power of combining passion with entrepreneurship • Why integrity is a non-negotiable in business and in life Bruce previously featured on EmpowHer when he spoke at our fall gather event. Bruce was a massive success, speaking on his entrepreneurial career and sharing the knowledge from his lengthy experience with the attendees.  What impressed me the most at this event was how open Bruce was to sharing his contact information and building connections. Bruce is a beacon of positivity for those around him and he thrives at building relationships because of his genuine desire to see the people around him succeed. This episode will challenge the way you think about relationships in business and inspire you to approach every connection with purpose. Bruce sets the standard for work ethic, leadership, and compassion — and reminds us that true success is built on the value we bring to others!  #OpportunityKnocks #LeadWithValue #GrowthJourney #WomenInLeadership #Confidence #TopTransformationalCoach #QuestNutrition #Legendary #EmpowHer #EmpowHerPurpose #TopCoach #Value

    47 min
  8. E120: Unlock Confidence and Stage Presence: Mastering the Spotlight with Tanya Memme

    10/31/2025

    E120: Unlock Confidence and Stage Presence: Mastering the Spotlight with Tanya Memme

    We’re so excited to be back and kicking off another episode of  the Opportunity Knocks Podcast! In Episode 120: Unlock Confidence & Stage Presence - Mastering the Spotlight, we’re bringing back a powerhouse guest you may remember from Episode 85, the multi-faceted Tanya Memme, Emmy-nominated TV host, executive media coach, speaker, and former Miss World.  Tanya’s growth in the last 2 years has been nothing short of inspiring, and we’re thrilled to welcome her again, especially as she is also joining us as our guest speaker at the upcoming MembHership Event on November 12th at Next Health, a national longevity company, dedicated toward wellness for all. In our last conversation, we explored the beauty of losing and finding yourself, showing up authentically, and using life’s challenges as catalysts for growth. Since then, Tanya’s journey has continued to unfold in powerful ways. She’s stepped into new roles as a somatic healing coach, podcast host, and creator of the Confidence Toolkit, continuing her mission of helping others connect to their truth and purpose. In this new episode, we dive deep into what it means to show up and be seen without losing who you are, and how vulnerability, resilience, and self-awareness can transform not only your stage presence but your everyday life. Some key takeaways include:  -The power of reinvention and self-trust - Why authentic confidence begins from within - Techniques for embodying presence, both on stage and off -Overcoming the fear of visibility and reclaiming your voice One of the biggest gold nuggets from this episode? You just have to start. Show up as yourself, even if it’s messy, even if it’s imperfect. That’s where the magic begins. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone ready to communicate with confidence, lead with authenticity, and own their unique voice.  #OpportunityKnocksPodcast #MasterTheSpotlight #ConfidenceCoach #ShowUpAuthentically #OwnYourVoice #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowthJourney #AuthenticConfidence #NextHealth #MembHershipEvent #TransformYourLife #EvolveAndGrow #transformationalCoach #TopCoachLA

    31 min
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Welcome to Opportunity Knocks with Michelle Wolf of EmpowHer Purpose! Every Thursday, I feature a new guest female entrepreneur. These episodes are here to give you insight into how to take, make, create and evaluate opportunities. So listen in, knock knock, and open the door!

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