Real Chat with Kat

From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Secrets to a Mompreneur’s Success

Meet my wonderful and special guest Vanessa Beard! Empowering Corporate Moms to Chase Their Dreams. Vanessa is a firm advocate for taking those first steps to make your business legitimate, setting the foundation for success down the road. Her path, from climbing the corporate ladder to starting not one but two successful businesses, is a testament to her belief that corporate moms can have it all. In this episode, we discuss the importance of creating a business from your own perspective and the value of starting as a side hustle before taking the leap full-time.So join us in this empowering episode and discover the connections and guidance you need to transition from the corporate world to building the business of your dreams, without feeling overwhelmed.
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Just start! Start somewhere, start anywhere, start messy….but just start. You will regret more by not starting versus just starting and figuring it out.
 
Connect: on FB or IG @VanessaNoelBeard OR join her Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchyourcorporatejob/
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Evolution in Life & Business: How to give yourself Permission

Meet my beautiful special guest Dena Farash!! Dena is the Founder of The Mindful Mom Revolution and a dynamic force to be reckoned with. The Mindful Mom Revolution is more than a platform—it's a movement that encourages mothers to deliberately create community, inspiration, and progress. Dena's use of mindfulness, meditation, and grit has positioned her as a strong voice in both motherhood and the online business sphere. In this episode, we delve into the power of owning your truth, embracing your evolution, and giving yourself the grace to be imperfect. 🌱 Discover how to run a business while raising kids, finding space for yourself, and tuning out external noise. Tune in now and start your journey toward embracing authenticity and evolution!
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: 1. If you cannot figure out the solution, it is not a problem.
2. Be generous with your money but be more generous with your time.
 
Connect: On FB @DenaFarash or her FB Group: Mindful Mom Revolution
Her website: www.denafarash.com 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Savvy Business Strategies: How to Simplify and Elevate Today

Meet my wonderful special guest Valincia Bennett!!! She is a Business Coach for Coaches & Creator of Savvy Method. Join us for an enlightening conversation with the incredible Valincia Bennett, a business coach strategist who is passionate about taking coaching businesses to new heights. Valincia's journey from aspiring corporate lawyer to business director in healthcare to a burnout survivor has given her unparalleled insights into the importance of simplicity and alignment. With her background in psychology and an MBA in business, Valincia brings a unique blend of expertise to help you reach your highest potential. Her dedication to elevating entrepreneurs to their best selves shines through her coaching and strategic guidance, and as the creator of the Savvy Method, Valincia's wisdom on business elevation will inspire you to navigate your entrepreneurial journey with grace and intention. Discover how to eliminate chaos without passing it to a VA or admin, and be ready to welcome growth and transformation on your terms. Join us in this empowering episode and uncover the secrets of simplifying your processes and achieving business success with intention! 
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Be the person you wish you had growing up.
 
Connect: LinkedIn @‌ValinciaBennett OR Her youtube channel - savvymethod
Website: https://savvy-method.com 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Unlocking Your Zone of Genius: Business Operations Insights PT 1

Meet my wonderful special guest Mara Whitener a Business Problem-Solving Strategist & Operational Expert.Ready to optimize your business operations and unleash your visionary genius? 🚀 Join us for an enlightening conversation with Mara Whitener, a true expert in decoding the business operations puzzle. As a fractional COO and business problem-solving strategist, Mara is here to guide entrepreneurs toward working in their zone of genius. Mara's passion for pinpointing the missing pieces in operational puzzles is unmatched. With over 20 years of experience building, growing, and selling 6 and 7 figure businesses, she's the go-to guru for ensuring your systems and teams run seamlessly. In this episode, we dive into the importance of working smarter, not harder, to avoid burnout and drive real impact. Discover how to ask for help, simplify complex tasks, and avoid the pitfall of trying to do everything yourself. From team dynamics to strategic planning, this episode will elevate your business to new heights. And Mara’s unique ability to create time and mental space empowers you to take on more clients, streamline launches, and focus on your true passions. Join us in this eye-opening episode and unravel the secrets of working in your zone of genius as an entrepreneur! 
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: I really believe in finding your own quote or affirmations. Lifting yourself up by doing daily affirmations: “You are enough” “You are worth it” “You deserve it” ….not matter what society tells you believe in yourself and trust in yourself.
 
Connect: LinkedIn @MaraWhitener or her website: www.whitenerpros.com 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

From Challenges to Triumph: Embracing Resilience

Meet my inspiring special guest Kevin Lowe!!! Kevin is an entrepreneur and transformational coach who has proven that resilience knows no bounds. Despite losing his sight at the young age of 17, Kevin has triumphed over challenges and emerged as a beacon of hope and empowerment. Kevin's journey from running a travel agency to becoming a Life & Business Coach and the charismatic host of the podcast "Grit, Grace, & Inspiration" is a testament to his unwavering spirit. In this episode, we explore the art of learning to start again, no matter the obstacles life throws your way. Through his remarkable story and coaching expertise, Kevin teaches us that the power to overcome challenges lies within us all. Join us in this uplifting episode as we uncover the secrets of triumphing over adversity and finding grace and inspiration in the face of life's twists and turns. 
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Create your own life’s equation……My life equation is faith + family = A life worth living.
 
Connect: www.gritgraceinspiration.com 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Soul-Led Professional Journey: Aligning Purpose, Growth, and Impact

Meet my amazing soul led special guest Camille Miller!! Camille is the Founder & Chief Visionary, Soul-Centered Entrepreneur for the Soul Professional Movement and Founder and Chief of The Natural Life Business Partnership.Camille is an engineer for alternative businesses and a true advocate for aligning your work with your values. Her journey from business owner to entrepreneur is a testament to her Six-Figure Soul® Strategy Sessions, helping individuals harness their courage and purpose to create thriving ventures. She is at the forefront of the Soul Professional Movement, guiding soul-aligned entrepreneurs to awaken their financial and spiritual potential. In this episode, we delve into the art of growing and scaling your venture, especially in the realm of not-for-profit organizations. Camille's expertise shines as she shares insights on effective delegation, scaling with intention, and providing avenues for individuals to step into their unique forms of leadership. Join us in this illuminating episode and tap into the wisdom of a Soul-Centered Entrepreneur who has cracked the code on doing good while making a substantial impact. 
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: You can have it all, you just can’t have it all at once. (Oprah Winfrey)
 
Connect: On all socials @ CamilleMiller or check out her website: www.soulprofessional.com 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Empowerment Through Healing: Releasing Shame & Guilt

Meet my beautiful special guest Amanda JP Brown! Amanda is a licensed clinical social worker, author, healing coach, and the guiding force behind The Brave Way Through Therapy and Healing. Her passion for helping people navigate life transitions shines through as she shares her expertise in attachment styles and how they shape our interactions and relationships. As the author of "You're Brave Enough: 8 Daily Practices to Be Your Own HERO" and a contributor to the International Best Selling Book "Phoenix Rising: Powerful Women Who Rose from the Ashes," Amanda's wisdom on healing through divorce is truly empowering. Discover the art of putting yourself first, realizing that your experiences don't define you concretely, and finding validation from within rather than seeking it externally. In this episode, she guides us through the process of healing from challenges and traumas, breaking free from shame, and embracing our inner power through brave vulnerability and personal exploration. Her mission is to help others expand their level of self-acceptance, self-compassion, and realize their true worth. And is this episode you can truly feel this passion from her. Don't miss this one!
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: You are able to get thru whatever challenge you are going through right now. Lean into your support system or find one and know that nothing that you have experienced in your life concretely defines you. Always choose to be bravely you.
 
Connect: All socials @AmandaJPBrown or her website: www.amandajpbrown.com
Her Book: You're Brave Enough
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Finding Your Leadership Confidence: Unleashing Your Voice

Meet my wonderful guest Vicki Noethling!! She is a Leadership Confidence Coach & seasoned speaker and coach with over 40 years of experience in project management. Vicki's journey from the corporate world to becoming a Toastmaster and International Region Advisor is truly inspiring. In this episode, we dive deep into how she fearlessly pivoted her business during the challenges of COVID, and her mission to help female entrepreneurs and youth find their voice and become fierce leaders. Discover invaluable tips on how to help kids speak confidently in front of their peers, techniques to feel comfortable on stage, and the power of purposeful speeches that leave a lasting impact. Her expertise will show you that memorizing your speech isn't necessary to deliver a compelling message that resonates. Learn the art of communication and how to adapt your style to different audiences. Don't miss this transformative episode!!
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Life is a journey and its up to you to enjoy the ride.
 
Connect: On FB as VickiNoethling or FindYourConfidence
Her website: www.findyourleadershipconfidence.com
Her Podcast: Find Your Leadership Confidence
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Living on Purpose: Embrace Transformation

Meet my wonderful guest Amy Eliza Wong! She is a Certified Executive Coach & Transformational Communication Expert.Amy's expertise in psychology, design thinking, and Conversational Intelligence® has made her a sought-after coach, guiding some of the biggest names in tech towards success. With over a decade of experience she teaches others how to live and lead authentically. During this episode, we explore the power of communication, understanding the balance between logic and intuition, and why it's essential to stop chasing external validation. Ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose? Discover how to take that daring leap even when uncertainty clouds your path, and learn why our brains need uncertainty to grow and evolve. This conversation on visualization and bridging the gap between science and intuition will leave you inspired and ready to embrace transformation.
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.
BONUS Quote: Between stimulus and response there is space, and in that space….lies our ability to choose our response and in our choice lies our freedom and our growth.
 
Connect: www.alwaysonpurpose.com or LinkedIn @AmyElizaWong
Her book (click on link to order): Living on Purpose
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com

Practicing the Pause

Meet my beautiful guest: Katie Rochelle, an Unwind Practitioner & Wellness Guide. As an Unwind Practitioner & Wellness Guide for women and the driving force behind GrowMoreLove, Katie is here to help you destress and embrace the art of slowing down and being present. During this enlightening episode, Katie shares her incredible journey of discovering the power of pausing and unwinding, which ultimately led her to launch her transformative venture called Unwind. She reveals the profound impact simplifying her life had on her mind, paving the way for a renewed sense of clarity and purpose. Join us in this soul-nourishing conversation and unlock the key to "Practice the Pause" in your own life. 
 
Quote/Piece of Advice: Don’t despair yet dear one, hope comes in surprising disguises.
 
Connect: on IG @Unwind.with.Katie or FB @KatieRochelle 
Her website: www.growmorelove.co 
 
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli 
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com