Permission to Kick Ass Angie Colee

Two menaces to polite society sit down to record a podcast...
My friend Reese Spykerman and I get good and ranty on what it means to be a creative entrepreneur, how to know if you're too early or too late, and why taking a job doesn't make you a total failure in the business world. Her fascinating 20-year journey is full of pivots, burnouts, and imposter syndrome galore. But here's the kicker: every "failure" led her to exactly where she needed to be. 
Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
Intrepreneurship vs entrepreneurship: how "giving up the dream" and accepting a full-time role in someone else's business can still be a huge win-win...

I'm calling BS on this: there's one way "it" (whatever "it" is) gets done, and you've got to follow it OR ELSE. Reese has a rant for you if you're feeling stuck playing by someone else's rules...

Stop trying to impress the homecoming king and queen. Here's how to recognize when you're doing something that actually matters, vs doing something for the appearance and applause... 

Failure is part of the process! Hear the inspiring story behind one of Broadway's most iconic musicals (and how it wouldn't exist if its creator had taken, "This won't work," as a sign he wasn't good enough)...

If you have to take cheap shots to get business, you're probably not very good. Your business should thrive with a little healthy competition, not stifle. Here's why "stand on your own strengths, not others' weaknesses" is the ultimate power positioning.... Reese's bio:

Hi! I’m Reese.
Former journalist and rockstar designer who combines those mad skills into a copy and design double threat known as e-commerce conversion expert. (Yeah I’m a queen of pivoting when opportunity knocks—maybe you can relate?)
Lover of Diet Pepsi (we all have our vices), parenthesis, and seasonal Spotify playlists, I’m driven to help women with product businesses sell without so much stress. My magic? Highly leveraged websites and email automations that free up their time for other things in life besides work (whether that’s combing for beach glass in Bali or bonding with their babies, human and fur alike). 
Resources and links:
Reese’s WebsiteReese on InstaReese on LinkedInEmail Reese: support@designbyreese.comAngie's bookAngie's  rantTick Tick Boom (Netflix)Support the Show.
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**content warning: we talk about suicidal ideation and how common it can be among entrepreneurs. If you're sensitive to that, proceed with caution. If you need help please dial 988**

INCREDIBLE. That's the word I've got for today's convo with Shulamit Ber Levtov, The Entrepreneur's Therapist. This one goes deep into the emotional rollercoaster of running a business, including the importance of self-care, vulnerability, and seeking support. If you're ready to get real about the mental health struggles entrepreneurs face, we'll show you how to navigate those dark moments with tenderness and care.

And a reminder: I'm glad you're here. I'm grateful every day you stay.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
Two words (and a tiny mindset shift) to make it easier to have those sweaty, difficult conversations we all dread...

My FAVORITE guest phrase, potentially ever: go take a flying f**k at a rolling donut (hear what inspired Shula to throw that out, to my utter delight)...

What to do when your boss is a freaking jerk (and you happen to be the boss)...

Two words (and a tiny mindset shift) to help you have hard conversations with a lot less discomfort and a lot more ease...

Normalizing the dark thoughts: so many entrepreneurs struggle in silence, and Shula offers a powerful reframe that might just save your (or someone you love's) life...Bonus: tune in for a surprise cameo by Minnie the Evil Office Cat. 
Shula's bio:

Shulamit (she/her) is the Entrepreneurs' Therapist and co-founder of the Business Therapy Centre. She works with women business owners to care for their mental and emotional wellbeing in an era of relentless stressors that can make you want to lose your crap on the daily.

Shulamit has been an entrepreneur for over 27 years and has more than 22 years of professional experience applying therapeutic, coaching and somatic tools to support women's mental health and personal growth. In addition to working with clients 1:1, Shulamit teaches in private and university business programs and speaks locally, nationally and internationally about the intersection of mental health, trauma, financial psychology and entrepreneurship.

As an award-winning entrepreneur, masters-level, licensed trauma therapist and trauma survivor, with certifications in Brené Brown's Dare To Lead™ methodology, Trauma of Money, Nonviolent Communication and Yoga, Shula brings a unique perspective and approach to supporting women in business.

Resources and links:
Shula’s SiteE-Myth bookEMHASupport the Show.
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Angie’s FB Page Angie on IG Angie on YT I find a lot of my guests via PodMatch. If you join via my link, I may get a small commission.
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I LOVE today's convo with burnout recovery coach and Enneagram expert, Hillarie Kay.  Not only does she have deep personal experience with burnout (her very first story is about winding up in the hospital with a presumed heart attack, only to think, "I don't have time to rest, give me drugs!")... she has a deep understanding of what drives us to burnout in the first place. If you've ever found yourself wondering if there's more to life than "rise and grind," this one's for you. 

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
The surprising reason most affirmations DON'T work (and what you can do instead to help reprogram your brain)... 

To follow or not to follow: Hillarie and I reveal how we decide whether to take a "guru's" advice or follow our own guts (this one is so simple, yet most people won't do it)... 

Bad news: all the growth strategies work. Good news: all the growth strategies work. Now what are you going to do about it?

"You attract how you act" - Hillarie's BRILLIANT and catchy mantra will help you spot what you're doing to bring people to your world... for better or worse.

The shocking reason a lot of businesses fail (and it has nothing to do with capital, or clients, or any of the typical "success" metrics)...Hillarie's bio:

I'm Hillarie Kay a burnout recovery coach, speaker, trainer, and author. Prior to becoming a third-generation business owner, I forged my path in corporate America, specializing in public relations and marketing.

In 2016, I established a full-service marketing agency. In 2020, I underwent a pivotal career transition, delving into the realm of business coaching using the power of the Enneagram personality framework to guide entrepreneurs and teams toward greater success.

Since then, I've coached and collaborated with a diverse range of entrepreneurs and teams, spanning from innovative startups to industry giants within the Fortune 100 space. My passion lies in supporting high achievers, corporate executives, and teams in their quest to prevent burnout, enhance communication, and optimize performance through the transformative lens of the Enneagram.

My husband, two sons, three stepsons, and I split our time between Southeast Missouri and the Raleigh/Durham area of North Carolina. I'm obsessed with the 60s and 70s and you can often find me in antique and thrift stores searching for that perfect vintage outfit or furniture piece!

Resources and links:
Hillarie's WebsiteHillarie's BookHillarie on InstaHillarie on LinkedInSupport the Show.
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Angie’s FB Page Angie on IG Angie on YT I find a lot of my guests via PodMatch. If you join via my link, I may get a small commission.
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I LOVE this episode. I sat down with Meredith and Lindsey of The Village Center. These two kickass entrepreneur moms are disrupting the myth that you have to do it all alone as a parent and a business owner. We challenge the cultural norms that set parents up for burnout, reveal why believing in your vision is not just woowoo nonsense, and talk a surprising amount about nipple cream. If you've ever felt like you're getting it all wrong, you'll love their refreshing perspective on how success and struggle are not mutually exclusive.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
The simple reframe on competition that will stop you from limiting your own growth...

What Meredith and Lindsey did when the DREAM venue fell through...

Perhaps my favorite quote from any of the interviews I've done: "I'm at a point in my life where I don't want to prove myself to people who don't believe in what I'm doing"

How to get unstuck when you find yourself trapped in an anxiety spiral, wondering if your business will ever work (thank Meredith for this ingenious perspective shift)

One thing you can change TODAY to start increasing your sales right away (hint: it's a lot easier than it might seem)...Lindsey and Meredith's bio:

The Village Center was founded in 2023 by Lindsey Baker and Meredith Ventura with the vision of creating a comprehensive wellness center that catered to the needs of families and individuals in the local community. Inspired by their personal experiences and a shared passion for holistic well-being, Lindsey and Meredith set out to establish a nurturing and supportive environment where people could find physical, mental, and emotional support under one roof while building a community. 
 
Lindsey Baker has led 3 different non-profits over 15 years, Lindsey’s work has always been centered on community engagement and bringing people together. She recognized the importance of connecting with other parents and saw a pressing need for resources, support groups, and a safe space where families could come together. 

Meredith Ventura is a massage therapist, energy healer, creative, and mother who sought to build a practice that was patient-centered. With her expertise in massage therapy and a passion for wellness, Meredith believed in the transformative power of holistic healing modalities. Her commitment to creating personalized and effective treatments made her an ideal partner for the Village Center. 
Resources and links:
The Village Center WebsiteTVC on InstaTVC on FacebookSupport the Show.
Let's collab:
Book a chat Work with Angie Get the PTKA book Let's connect:
Angie’s FB Page Angie on IG Angie on YT I find a lot of my guests via PodMatch. If you join via my link, I may get a small commission.
If you dig the show and want to help bring more episodes to the world, consider buying a coffee for the production team!

Ever wanted to get in the media? You're going to love today's guest, my friend Adela Hussain. This episode covers a little bit of everything, from the power of being unapologetically yourself to becoming an "accidental expert" to business breakups. We'll show you how to lean into those often-ignored "elephant in the room" conversations that most experts tiptoe around, but that truly resonate with audiences.
Can't-miss moments from this episode:
The magic 5-word statement that helps me uncover absolute story GOLD when working with my marketing clients...

What journalists and editors are REALLY looking for in a compelling story (hint: being perfectly put together and reaching a specific "level" aren't even on the radar)...

Why aren't we talking about this more?! Adela and I share our personal experiences with "business breakups" (and how they changed our lives in surprisingly positive ways)...

Stop creating in a vacuum! Adela has some thoughts on why your media efforts may be failing (and how to make idea generation WAY easier)...

Two critical questions to ask yourself whenever you're feeling stuck and overwhelmed (and one of them led to Adela creating an entirely new business for herself!)...Join us for a candid chat about the beautiful messiness of business. 
Adela's bio:

Adela’s a disruptive publicist and is a master at helping you pitch your business to people that don’t know you…yet. 
 
Known for her high energy and laser-sharp thinking, Adela creates equity in publicity by removing the gatekeeper and helps builds authentic connections between rising, ambitious, liberal entrepreneurs and world-class journalists. 
 
Adela discovered she had a talent for pitching when she first started doing PR for her own fashion tech start up and was featured in 14 publications in 12 months, including the Harvard Business Review without pitching! 
 
A former Management Consultant, she has been featured in the BBC, The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Independent, Stylist, Psychologies, Metro and 10 other publications. She was also a finalist in Cosmopolitan’s Self Made Award in 2017 and in 2018 she was in Sarah Woods’ Top 10 Female Founders In The UK To Watch list. 
 
Her Pitch to Press Program and Media Mastermind, The Parlour have helped hundreds of founders fall in love with PR and master their media pitching to sky rocket their sales.
Resources and links mentioned:
Adela’s WebsiteAdela on InstaAngie's HuffPo articleSupport the Show.
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A developer and a marketer walk into a podcast studio...

This is a great one. Rob Broadhead and I are on our respective soapboxes about the lost art of genuine relationship building... especially as AI becomes more prevalent. Forget cold outreach and spammy tactics - we're making human connection STUPIDLY simple. I couldn't script this one if I tried - Rob brings the real talk and together we'll have you rethinking your entire outreach strategy.

Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
Collecting business cards is pretty much pointless. #isaidwhatisaid Rob and I rap on what really works when it comes to connecting at business events... 

RANT ALERT: I have a beef with hyper productivity and how it puts pressure on efficiency over connection. Relationships 👏 should 👏 not 👏 be 👏 efficient 👏

Check out my dramatic re-enactment of a cold DM pitch, as if we were talking in a bar (it's got some great tips on how to actually get attention if you can stop laughing long enough)...

Here's what people on the receiving end think about your copy-and-paste cold pitch...

Why making a dramatic shift in your life or business is a hell of a lot easier when you've got a great network (and how to ensure you've GOT a great network vs a collection of business cards)...Grab some headphones and let's reconnect over what really matters... listen now!

Rob's bio:

Rob Broadhead is a professional software developer in Nashville, TN and the founder of Develpreneur.com, helping developers advance in their career.

Rob received his MBA (with a concentration in e-Business) at the University of Phoenix. He also holds a BS in Computer Science from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. 

He is a single father of five staying busy watching them grow up. This occurred after losing the mother of those children and his soul mate of 18 years to cancer.

Rob usually can be found in front of a computer working on his latest project, but sometimes gets away from the desk. He is an avid fan of ballroom dancing and playing hockey in his free time. He also enjoys writing and has authored both technical books and one detailing his wife's battle with cancer.
Resources and links:
Rob’s Develpreneur siteRob's consulting siteDevelpreneur podcastRob  on YouTubeRob on FacebookRob on LinkedISupport the Show.
Let's collab:
Book a chat Work with Angie Get the PTKA book Let's connect:
Angie’s FB Page Angie on IG Angie on YT I find a lot of my guests via PodMatch. If you join via my link, I may get a small commission.
If you dig the show and want to help bring more episodes to the world, consider buying a coffee for the production team!