Self StartHER

Megan Tobler
Self StartHER

Do you have dreams for more yet aren’t sure how to transition out of your 9 to 5 and start a business of your own? You’re not alone. Megan Tobler, host of the Self StartHER podcast, left the corporate world for a life as an entrepreneur. And now - she’s taking you on her entrepreneurial journey giving you a peek into all the learnings along the way. Every week, she introduces you to female entrepreneurs who made their dreams a reality. Tune in to hear how they built their business and how you, too, can build a thriving full time business or side hustle of your own.

  1. HACE 4 DÍAS

    Lessons in Building a Purpose-Driven Business

    Leyla Bilali is the Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer at Dandi, bringing a rare combination of professional expertise and personal experience to the world of fertility care. As both a seasoned fertility expert and a three-time IVF patient, Leyla offers unparalleled insight into the kind of compassionate, comprehensive support fertility patients truly need. With over a decade of nursing experience, Leyla began her career as a pediatric nurse before shifting her focus to reproductive endocrinology. At one of New York City’s leading fertility clinics, she provided exceptional care to thousands of patients, earning a reputation for her expertise, empathy, and even a touch of humor. Recognized as "The Fertility Fairy Godmother," Leyla founded Fertility Together, a consulting service dedicated to guiding patients through the critical, often overwhelming moments of their IVF journey with personalized and compassionate care outside the clinic. Her own fertility journey has given Leyla an intimate understanding of the emotional ups and downs that come with the process. This perspective shaped Dandi’s virtual support services, which fill a crucial gap in fertility care by offering real-time, personalized, and medically-credible guidance, coaching, and education. In this conversation, Leyla shares her journey in the fertility space and the creation of her company. She discusses the challenges and rewards of starting a business and the importance of filling the gaps in the market. She also emphasizes the need for personalized care and support in the fertility journey and the impact it can have on patients' lives. Key Takeaways Dandy Fertility provides personalized care and resources for women going through the IVF process. The company offers virtual consultations and IVF care kits to make the process more comfortable. Leyla emphasizes the importance of personalized care and support in the fertility journey. Starting a business can be challenging, but the rewards of helping others make it worthwhile. Filling the gaps in the market and providing innovative solutions is crucial in the healthcare industry. Learn more about Dandi:  Visit Dandi's website Follow Dandi on Instagram Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.  GRAB YOUR FREE PRODUCTIVITY PLAYLIST AND HIT PLAY HERE!!!

    29 min
  2. 10 DIC

    Unlock 2 Extra Hours a Day with These Productivity Tips

    Leslie Shreve is a workload management and productivity expert, and the Founder and CEO of Productive Day®. Leslie is also the creator of Taskology® The Science of Getting Things Done, a unique, proprietary, and all-encompassing system for workload management and productivity that includes the management of tasks, time, email, and information. She shares her journey of starting her own business and how she pivoted from organizing to focusing on productivity. Leslie explains how she brought her natural efficiency into the corporate world and how it helped her excel in her career.  She also breaks down unique proprietary system and provides insights on how it helps entrepreneurs and professionals gain back time and become more efficient. Key Takeaways:  Efficiency and productivity can be developed from a young age and can be valuable skills in both personal and professional life. Task management, email management, and information management are key areas where inefficiencies can lead to time loss. Having a central location for task management, such as Outlook tasks or a digital task management tool, can help prioritize and plan tasks effectively. Efficient time blocking and prioritization can help gain back one to two hours in a workday. Passion and excitement for what you do are essential for long-term success in business. Seeking support and surrounding yourself with the right people can help navigate the challenges of starting and running a business. Learn more about Leslie:  Visit the Productive Day website Follow her on Facebook Follow her on Instagram Connect on Linkedin Subscribe on Youtube Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.  GRAB YOUR FREE PRODUCTIVITY PLAYLIST AND HIT PLAY HERE!!!

    39 min
  3. 3 DIC

    Start This Side Hustle Without Quitting Your Day Job

    Morgan Stelly started and scaled her cleaning business to six figures without cleaning or quitting -- Now, she’s making it her mission to help others do the same. In this episode, Morgan shares her experience of starting a cleaning business as a side hustle while working full-time. She explains the importance of having a backup source of income and why she chose the cleaning industry.  Morgan discusses the different models of running a cleaning business, including subcontracting, and emphasizes the importance of managing risk.  She also highlights the benefits of outsourcing tasks and leveraging her corporate job to reinvest in her business.  Morgan now helps others start their own cleaning businesses through coaching and a free training program. Key Takeaways:  If your employer has multiple revenue streams, so should you.  Starting a cleaning business can be a low-risk side hustle with low startup costs. Outsourcing tasks and leveraging a corporate job can provide the time and resources needed to grow the business. Imperfect action is better than inaction when starting a business. Learn more about Morgan here.   SPECIAL OFFER FOR SELF STARTHER LISTENERS: Apply for Morgans 1 on 1 program and received one month of free coaching (valued at $1,497) Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

    28 min
  4. 26 NOV

    Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur

    Internationally renowned Amira Irfan is the business lawyer, blogger, and coach behind A Self Guru, an online company helping over 100,000 entrepreneurs legally protect their businesses through affordable legal templates and services. She is the author of 23 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur, and her work has been featured in over 200 media outlets such as Ticker News, Yahoo Finance, International Business Times, Business Digest Magazine, Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, US Times Now, and more! In this conversation, Amira shares her inspiring journey from aspiring doctor and model to becoming a successful business lawyer and entrepreneur. She discusses the pivotal moment when her father's business faced a lawsuit, which motivated her to pursue a legal career to help others avoid similar pitfalls.  Amira highlights the importance of legal education for entrepreneurs, the common mistakes they make, and how she transitioned her services online to reach a broader audience. She emphasizes the significance of contracts, legal templates, and the need for entrepreneurs to protect their businesses.  Key Takeaways Avoid legal mistakes through education and resources. How starting a  blog allowed her to reach more clients and grow her business. The importance of mindset and taking action. Building relationships through valuable content is key to business growth. Legal education is essential for protecting personal and business assets. AI presents new legal challenges that entrepreneurs must navigate. Learn more about A Self Guru and Amira:  FACEBOOK PINTEREST Facebook Group INSTAGRAM TWITTER Youtube Linkedin Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

    30 min
  5. 19 NOV

    From Dream to Shark Tank: How a 16 Year Old Created a Product That Saves Lives

    Shirah Benarde might be only 21 years old, but she has already helped keep over half a million people safe from drink spiking with her viral company NightCap. NightCap is a revolutionary brand that was featured on Shark Tank in 2021, resulting in a passionate partnership with Lori Greiner. Shirah launched NightCap when she was just 16, after a close friend had her drink spiked during a night out, and worked tirelessly to ensure the product would be something her customers would feel comfortable bringing along on a night out with friends. Inspired, she went to her mother’s closet, grabbed a pair of pantyhose, cut them up, and attached them to a scrunchie to create the first NightCap prototype. Since its inception, Shirah has not saved just one person, but over HALF A MILLION people worldwide. NightCap has sold over 500,000 units in over 40 countries, and partnered with over 120 major universities, including LSU, Ole Miss, FSU, Yale and Penn State, furthering their mission to promote safety and vigilance and influence a wider cultural shift. In this episode, Shirah shares her journey of creating the original product and how the product line has expanded to include keychains, bottle tops, and more. In addition to her conception and Shark Tank stories, she shares  her experience of getting Nightcap into Forever 21 by approaching the CEO at a conference.  Key Takeaways Take action on your dreams. The current reality of drink spiking and how to protect yourself.  How they used TikTok and Instagram to organically market their product.  How her approaching the CEO of Forever 21 at a conference led to the product in all 400 stores.  Get comfortable with the uncomfortable. Learn more about NightCap:  Visit the NightCap website Follow Shirah on Instagram: @shirahbenarde Follow NightCap on Instagram @nightcapit Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

    24 min
  6. 12 NOV

    Why You Need An Exit Strategy From Day One

    In this episode of the Self-Starter podcast, Megan Tobler interviews Maggie Lord, founder of Rustic Wedding Chic. When Maggie was 26 years old she started what in 2008 was called a blog focused on the wedding niche which quickly turned into a full media company with millions of readers monthly and a massive social media presence including 10M+ impressions of content a month on Pinterest. In addition to the digital side of the business, Maggie led the company to 6 publishing deals and a major licensing opportunity for wedding products. After a successful 12 years in business Maggie made the bold move to exit Rustic Wedding Chic and in 2020 she sold to the largest bridal retailer in the world, David's Bridal. Maggie is now an exit readiness advisor and coach to female founders and their brands.  Maggie discusses the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of having an exit strategy, and her current work coaching female founders. She emphasizes the need for women to recognize the value of their businesses and prepares them for potential acquisitions, while also providing practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Key Takeaways The importance of finding a gap in the market. The significance of SEO and organic growth in the early days. Transitioning from a solo entrepreneur to building a team as the business grew. The importance of having an exit strategy, even if it's years away. Learn more about Maggie:  Visit Maggie’s website  Follow Maggie on Instagram Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

    32 min
  7. 5 NOV

    From Pain to Purpose: How One Woman Changed the Perinatal Experience

    Garrett Wood is a two-time entrepreneur, former Barry's Instructor and founding member, and health coach who has helped over 1,000 women. Today, she's co-founder of kozekoze, a perinatal brand bringing comforting solutions to mom to make life easier.  Join us for an inspiring episode with Garrett as she opens up about her entrepreneurial journey and the personal experiences that led her to create kozekoze. From her background in coaching and fitness to the challenges of an unexpected infertility journey, Garrett shares how each twist and turn shaped her mission. Discover how her postpartum experience sparked the idea for kozekoze and the drive to fill a gap in the market for comfortable, hygienic solutions for new moms. Garrett dives into the ups and downs of product development, from overcoming manufacturing hurdles to finding the perfect partner who shares her vision. This episode also explores Garrett’s approach to mindset, balancing masculine and feminine energies in business, and staying open to the universe's signals. She highlights the incredible power of community for new moms and offers aspiring entrepreneurs encouragement to share their dreams with the world. Tune in for an episode filled with authenticity, valuable insights, and the passionate story behind kozekoze’s mission to support women in their perinatal journey. Key Takeaways Entrepreneurship often involves being open to unexpected opportunities and following your passion. Product development can be a challenging and time-consuming process, but finding the right manufacturing partner is crucial. Being a mom and an entrepreneur requires reprioritizing and being intentional with time and energy. Being in tune with the universe and attracting opportunities can lead to serendipitous and thoughtful connections. Balancing masculine and feminine energy is important in business and personal life. GET 10% OFF YOUR PURCHASE OF KOZEKOZE PRODUCTS Learn more about kozekoze: Visit the kozekoze website Follow Garrett on Instagram Follow kozekoze on Instagram Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

    42 min
  8. 29 OCT

    Exhausted to Energized: How Leaving Corporate Changed Her Life

    Robyn Engelson is an Autoimmune Specialist, Nutrition, Educator, Lifestyle Transformer, Speaker, Podcast Host of The Robyn Engelson Podcast, and Soon to be Author of “Exhausted To Energized - 90 Days To Your Best Self”⁠. Aa Hashimoto's Autoimmune Disease Overcomer and positive mindset model, she now helps other corporate executives and entrepreneurs do the same so they can be energized, compress time, and start living instead of simply existing. In this conversation, Robyn shares her journey of leaving the corporate world to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams. She discusses the challenges she faced in corporate, including having her light dimmed by bosses and not being given the opportunities she deserved. Robyn explains how she made the decision to leave corporate and start her own business. She also shares her personal experience of being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and how she used nutrition, fitness, mindset, and accountability to regain her energy and improve her health. Robyn now helps other women, both in corporate and as entrepreneurs, to do the same through her one-on-one coaching, group coaching programs, and VIP days. Key Takeaways: Leaving the corporate world to pursue entrepreneurial dreams can be a challenging but rewarding journey. Having a supportive network and a plan in place can help make the transition smoother. Taking care of your health, including nutrition, fitness, mindset, and accountability, is crucial for success as an entrepreneur. Building relationships and networking are key to growing a successful business. Finding joy and having fun in your work and personal life is essential for overall well-being and success. Learn more about Robyn:  Visit her website Connect with her on Linkedin Find her on Facebook Follow her on Instagram Grab her freebie: FREE 10 Minutes A Day To A New You Get on the waitlist for her book, “Exhausted To Energized - 90 Days To Your Best Self”  -  Launching on Amazon November 12th! Contact Robyn via email at: robynimpactsyou@gmail.com   Stay Connected with Self StartHER:  Subscribe to the Self StartHER podcast for more inspiring episodes.  Follow Self StartHER on Instagram for updates and behind-the-scenes insights. Check out the Self StartHER website for the latest resources.

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Do you have dreams for more yet aren’t sure how to transition out of your 9 to 5 and start a business of your own? You’re not alone. Megan Tobler, host of the Self StartHER podcast, left the corporate world for a life as an entrepreneur. And now - she’s taking you on her entrepreneurial journey giving you a peek into all the learnings along the way. Every week, she introduces you to female entrepreneurs who made their dreams a reality. Tune in to hear how they built their business and how you, too, can build a thriving full time business or side hustle of your own.

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