well said with Syd

well said syd

Well Said with Syd is where real stories, bold brands, and voices doing life differently all sit at the same table. It is for anyone who wants to build a personal brand or business they are proud of and learn from the stories, mistakes, and pivots of people who have lived it. I am Syd Kaye, a brand strategist, wellness coach, community builder, and real-life hype woman who is still very much in my own becoming. On this show, you will hear a mix of solo episodes from my own life and honest conversations with founders, wellness professionals, creatives, and people who took the unconventional route and built something meaningful out of what they have been through. Together we talk about confidence, relationships, friendship breakups, identity shifts, nervous system support, women’s wellness, routines, and building strong personal brands and businesses as you grow, not just after you have “arrived.” Well Said is also connected to The Wellthy Circle, my women’s community for connection and proximity to others 'doing it', and to Cozy, my brand strategy agency for founder-led brands. I share what I am learning in real time inside my agency, my community, and my own life, so you can take the stories, language, and lessons into your next moves, even when they feel a little scary. Follow Well Said with Syd for honest, thoughtful conversations about life, wellness, relationships, and brand-building that you can use to shape a personal brand, business, and relationships you are proud of.

  1. 12/29/2025

    What Changes When You Build a Life You’re Proud Of: Work, Community, & Identity

    This episode is a reflection on what changes when you begin building a life you’re genuinely proud of.My husband Jordan sits down with me to talk through the shifts I’ve experienced over the past several months—across my work, identity, and the way I’m choosing to show up. From launching Cozy Agency to reshaping The Wellthy Circle, this conversation explores what it looks like to build with intention instead of pressure.We talk about: Redefining success beyond productivity Building work that reflects who you are now The role of community in personal growth Letting go of hustle and choosing alignment Navigating doubt while still moving forward What I’m creating next—and why it feels different This episode is for anyone in a season of transition—questioning what fits, trusting their instincts more deeply, and learning to build in a way that feels sustainable and true.You don’t need to rush the process. You’re allowed to build something you’re proud of.🔗 STAY CONNECTED:Join The Wellthy Circle (it’s free): https://the-wellthy-circle-6926e3.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c0e4a185a0db878f069971f53ec039896e48d80d-7a6d41e2-1100-472e-9239-d2196d724d56Syd on Instagram: https://instagram.com/wellsaidsydListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/well-said-with-syd/id1533334441Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vRJ28o86EEjNpDcF81a1G?si=9784035ea5bf43afWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellsaidpodcast

    46 min
  2. 12/01/2025

    Turning Pain Into Purpose and Building a Life You Love

    What if the moment you thought would break you actually became the moment that redirected your entire life?In today’s episode, Syd sits down with Macy Grishaw, founder of Lymph Lounge, to talk about healing, courage, and choosing a new path even when life feels heavy. Macy shares how she went from grief, postpartum challenges, and uncertainty to building a wellness brand that now supports hundreds of women. Her story is a reminder that purpose often reveals itself through the hardest chapters and that you can start again at any point.This conversation is powerful, emotional, and so aligned with what it means to live a wellthy life. It is about trusting your gut, taking the smallest next steps, and allowing yourself to create a life that feels like yours.What you’ll learn: How Macy transformed pain into purpose Why trusting small steps builds the brand you’re meant to create What lymphatic drainage actually does and why it changes your energy, recovery, and clarity How to know if you’re meant to pivot The role community and the right partner play in growth  Simple daily habits to support your lymphatic system CONNECT WITH MACY & THE LYMPH LOUNGE:Instagram → @lymphlounge.coBook a session → https://www.lymphlounge.co/🔗 Stay ConnectedListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/well-said-with-syd/id1533334441Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vRJ28o86EEjNpDcF81a1G?si=9784035ea5bf43afWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellsaidpodcastJoin The Wellthy Circle (it’s free): https://the-wellthy-circle-6926e3.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c0e4a185a0db878f069971f53ec039896e48d80d-7a6d41e2-1100-472e-9239-d2196d724d56Syd on Instagram: https://instagram.com/wellsaidsyd

    48 min
  3. 11/03/2025

    How to Know When It’s Time to Leave, Pivot, or Start the Thing You Can’t Stop Thinking About

    Have you been feeling that quiet pull to do something different with your life… but you can’t tell if it’s the right time?Are you wondering if your idea, your brand, or your next chapter is actually worth the leap?In this episode, Syd sits down with one of her real-life mentors, Amber McMillan - mom of two, longtime corporate leader, and now co-founder & CEO of a fast-growing aesthetics brand, CLEO Skin + Laser, to talk honestly about what it really looks like to walk away from a stable career and build something of your own.Amber spent 20+ years in health, fitness, and wellness before making the jump into entrepreneurship and opening multiple locations in the clinical skincare space. Together, Syd and Amber unpack how you know it’s time to go, what makes a brand worth your time and energy, and how to build something that actually delivers results—not just a pretty logo.In this episode, you’ll learn: The signs it’s time to leave, pivot, or finally start the thing you can’t stop thinking about How to tell the difference between a “cute idea” and a real opportunity What makes a brand truly work (and why most businesses never get there) How Amber went from corporate SVP to multi-location founder without sacrificing her family or sanity Why evidence-based results matter more than hype in beauty, wellness, and skincare What founders really mean when they talk about “hustle” (and how to do it without burning out) How to think about wealth, work, and your next chapter in a way that actually feels aligned If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trust yourself, bet on your vision, and build a life that feels rich in every way… consider this your nudge.🔗 Stay ConnectedListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/well-said-with-syd/id1533334441 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vRJ28o86EEjNpDcF81a1G?si=9784035ea5bf43af Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellsaidpodcastJoin The Wellthy Circle (it’s free): https://the-wellthy-circle-6926e3.circle.so/join?invitation_token=c0e4a185a0db878f069971f53ec039896e48d80d-7a6d41e2-1100-472e-9239-d2196d724d56Syd on Instagram: https://instagram.com/wellsaidsydMerch: https://wellsaidsyd.com/merch

    1 hr
4.7
out of 5
712 Ratings

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Well Said with Syd is where real stories, bold brands, and voices doing life differently all sit at the same table. It is for anyone who wants to build a personal brand or business they are proud of and learn from the stories, mistakes, and pivots of people who have lived it. I am Syd Kaye, a brand strategist, wellness coach, community builder, and real-life hype woman who is still very much in my own becoming. On this show, you will hear a mix of solo episodes from my own life and honest conversations with founders, wellness professionals, creatives, and people who took the unconventional route and built something meaningful out of what they have been through. Together we talk about confidence, relationships, friendship breakups, identity shifts, nervous system support, women’s wellness, routines, and building strong personal brands and businesses as you grow, not just after you have “arrived.” Well Said is also connected to The Wellthy Circle, my women’s community for connection and proximity to others 'doing it', and to Cozy, my brand strategy agency for founder-led brands. I share what I am learning in real time inside my agency, my community, and my own life, so you can take the stories, language, and lessons into your next moves, even when they feel a little scary. Follow Well Said with Syd for honest, thoughtful conversations about life, wellness, relationships, and brand-building that you can use to shape a personal brand, business, and relationships you are proud of.

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