I Gotta Girl 4 That

Do you self reflect? When I say this, I don't mean do you overthink and over analyze your life. I mean do you take a scheduled moment to write down accomplishments or purposefully think and take inventory on a particular time span or event? I gotta girl 4 that...it's me. I just did this, and I recorded it for you. While days can be crazy and things in life happen, take time for the life inventory. In this episode I talk about: take your child to work day new podcasts being produced by my production company, Let's Podcast Now, like Catch the Moment with David Tyree and Friends Without Benefits hosted by Uptown Dale and Rachel Sobel The Snoop Dogg performance that obviously left an impression A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Teacher Appreciation Week and Mothers Day Website updates and last but not least: The plans the universe forgets to tell me about...until its over. If you don't laugh, you'll cry. Produced by: www.letspodcastnow.com follow on social media: ig: @i_gotta_girl_4_that FB: Group and Page by the same name!

We just kept talking...so why should we keep it for ourselves? We shouldn't, so we didn't! Here is part 2 of my conversation with Amy Astrowsky, owner - founder - designer of Mom Squad Clothing.  We talk design success and failures. I even shared my little girl dreams and how those were smashed in the college, when i came face to face with a sewing machine. We talk about the generosity of the south Florida Mom community and how she transitioned coming from that LA West Coast life. Love her motto... Nothing Changes, if Nothing Changes. Get out of your comfort zone! www.momsquadclothing.com www.igottagirl4that.com www.letspodcastnow.com    

Most books I read or stories I hear about women and their "moments" start crying on the bathroom floor, I'm looking at you Elizabeth Gilbert! Not this one.  Before the pandemic started, Amy Astrowsky lived in LA as a mother and successful big deal fashion designer for some of your favorite brands. This hasn't changed, well the job titles. But, there have been some major changes in her life, like her move to South Florida! How did Queer Eye change the life a young mom on the treadmill? I gotta girl 4 that story.  In this episode you will learn how this Parsons student and Fashion Institue of Technology ( FIT ) graduate turned a moment on the treadmill watching Queer Eye into a mission. Amy was a  woman who was perfectly fine in the status quo of drafting and design turned entreprenuer with her own label! visit www.momsquadclothing.com and follow on social media @momsquadclothing Visit www.igottagirl4that.com for more information Follow on ig: @i_gotta_girl_4_that

I know you won't believe me, but try. Picture a powerful woman working in corporate  Argentina with Native American and Italian blood, who speaks multiple languages, leading an executive finance team dominated by men in a time and place when this was not the norm. (I know you're thinking, it's still not - but let's use our rose colored sunglasses and pretend we are in an ideal world where women live a more(?) equal life than once was... stay with me.) Now imagine this woman decides to take a vaction, to celebrate the earning of a second masters degree while in her early 20's, that includes a pirate party guaranteed to change the trajectory of her life forever.  There may even be reports of of eye patches and talking parrots.  Yeah, I gotta girl 4 that story! From Pirate Ship to Beach Front I have the broker and owner of Beach Front Properties on the mic with me. Ivy and her husband have a synergy in their energy and interests which makes working with Beach Front Properties and Beach Front Builders the premier team to make your wildest dreams come true. With low inventory in Boca Raton and Delray Beach, Ivy knows the best real estate, lots available, and how to stay away from the terrifying HOA (home owners association) Floridians know too much about! Looking to get into real estate? Know a great female architect? Found out what Ivy and her team look for in a colleague. Would you be a good fit for the Beach Front Properties vibe? Follow us all on Social Media! Beach Front: www.instagram.com/beachfronproperties I Gotta Girl 4 That: www.instagram.com/i_gotta_girl_4_that visit: https://beachfrontproperties.us Thank you to the producers at www.letspodcastnow.com

Have you ever pursued a dream that wasn't your own? I gotta girl 4 that story! On this episode we learn how one woman went from working as a paralegal to finally persuing her dream of becoming a hairstylist (who uses organic products) with locations in booming Delray Beach and North Palm Beach! With one difficult conversation, she went from living a dream she thought her grandparents had for her to understanding their dream was for her to live her own dream! I know this is something we can all relate to. Yeli is a dreamer, an entreprenuer, wife, mother, hairstylist, and podcast host too! Yeli has been in the business for almost 20 years and continues to educate herself on the latest and greatest in healthy hair care.  What's trending this season? Balyage? Keratin? Bobs? Are we still doing rainbow colors?  Have you tuned in to El Privado podcast?  Check Yeli out on social media @beauty_by_yeli Have a question? Know someone who would be a great guest for the show? SLIDE INTO THE DM'S @i_gotta_girl_4_that Want to start your own podcast? Visit letspodcastnow.com for all the information!

In this episode my inner Shonda Rhimes is shining bright. Want to learn how a new momma and wife was able to manage the hectic hours of owning a doughnut shop (or is it donut shop)? I Gotta a Girl 4 That! I am joined by my husband DonutBragger as we interview the husband and wife team behind Diablo Doughnuts of Baltimore. Ros and his wife emily JUST had a baby boy who has been in the shop almost every day since he is 9 days old. Emily laughs but it's true. Sometimes when we are overtired and our brains feel like mush - we have some of the best ideas! The names of their doughnuts are epic and this interview is one for the books! This episode can also be heard on Sweet Talk which is hosted by DonutBragger! visit Diablo Doughnuts on social @diablo_doughnuts or on the web diablodoughnut.com follow @donutbragger on all social platforms and check out his brand new podcast! and don't forget... have an idea for the show? want to be a guest? visit igottagirl4that.com and fill out the form! let's leave the mean girl era in the rearview mirror...TOGETHER!  

I love learning about people, which makes podcasting such a natural fit in my life. But there are some things you are probably still wondering about me, don't worry - I have a girl 4 that. Maybe you are wondering where i draw the line on olives, or my high school job? Maybe you are wondering what my teachers thought about me, or the bad habits I can't quit. ColbSTAR makes her grand debut on the podcast and is a natural. We may get sidetracked easily, but once you listen it makes sense. Keep your eye out for her new podcast dropping soon!  As always, vist igottagirl4that.com and fill out the form if you are interested or know someone who you think should be a guest on the show! Let's leave the mean girl era in the review mirror TOGETHER!

Are you curious about the writing process? How do people get published? Do you need an agent? How long is the process? Yes, I have a girl 4 that and she answers all the questions, in between laughs of course. Rachel Sobel, aka @whineandcheezits (on all the platforms) and I have the same birthday, are both sarcastic AF and both fast with a comeback. Rachel is a contributor for outlets like @todayparents and @popsugar, and has on her own book in the works. Find out who @whineandcheezits wants to network with... could it be you? Together, we are leaving the mean girl era in the rearview mirror (unless you call your husband Daddy... then we will have to talk.) We even had a surprise cameo from the DonutBragger himself.  Could this be the start of some crossover episodes? Who do I think I am, Shonda Rhimes?  Know a woman entrepreneur or business owner you think would be a great fit? Visit igottagirl4that.com and fill out the form!   

I Gotta Girl 4 That full circle moment. I know this doesn't make sense, but it will. A woman who was once an oprhan in India who was blessed with her adopted family. A woman who has created a family of her own, now struggling with depression. A woman who needed a village, an accessible village. Learn how the Creative Visionary and Owner of I Help Moms (ihelpmoms.com), Michelle Brown, overcame rejection 9 times before finiding the right person to make her vision a reality. Speaking to this female entreprenuer gave me goosebumps multiple times. Motherhood, from chaos to connection.  If you are looking for Doulas, lactation consultants, sleep coaches, physical therapists, mental health specialists, business coaches, anything you can need as a mom - check out the village Michelle has created, ihelpmoms.com. Want to get listed on the worldwide site? check out the website for more info! Don't forget to follow, rate, and review this show. Have an idea for a guest? visit igottagirl4that.com and fill out the contact us form. 

I gotta girl 4 that passion for life. If you are like me, you are someone who thrives on energy of those around us. I am always drawn to people who have passions (probably because that was such a big question in my life until recently). Even if our passions don't align...there is an energy a connector. LBR is one of these women, these people of passion and authenticity. A speaker, an educator, a coach, a survivor of international sex trafficking, and a believer that we each have a David inside of us when faced with a Goliath. A woman that sees cooking and eating exotic meats as a daily, glorious event (even with a vegan mother). You can see why I was so anxious to speak with her! In this episode we talk about passions, women in business, stepping out of your comfort zone, respecting and recognizing the efforts of those around us, and how the power of our responses and interactions can shape the trajectory of someone else.  Have a woman you think should be on the show? Fill out the form at igottagirl4that.com

I Gotta Girl 4 That video production you have been wanting to get done! From hyping the crowd on the fields at NCAA football games, to news anchoring, and professional commercial videography production,Brittany, owner of Blair and Blake Productions, is a production master. In this podcast you will learn how my friend has overcome barriers, made big asks, worked hard, and continues to use her support system to become a successful woman business owner.  Visit blairandblakeproductions.com for more information on Brittany's commercial services. Have a guest you think should be on the show? visit igottagirl4that.com and fill out the form!

Are you a teacher with a side hustle? I know WAY too many of you! When will that degree and all those hours of continuing education be enough? Well, I gotta girl 4 you. I have some big feelings about educators, espeically with everything happening around us, and in this episode you will hear from a a very good friend of mine. A woman who is an arts integration teacher, a choreographer, mother, and wife who is changing the trajectory of her life, and family and friends too. It started with a leap of faith and 8 months later Q Sciences hasn't just changed her bank account it changed the health and wellness of family, friends, and new clients. 

Are you a true crime junkie? Is so, do I have a girl for you?! This week I am highlighting one of the few female owned Private Investigator firms in the game, Root Investigations. Lizzy is hired by men, women, families, and coworkers during some of their hardest times in life. Yes, she even worked on the Free Brittney Movement! Hear what sets her apart in this mans world, it's no surprise she has been sought out by Eyewitness News, Hulu, and other news outlets. While Lizzy is based in New York, her span is wide. Whether you are looking to become a Private Investigator (PI) or you have that uneasy feeling in your gut, give Lizzy a shout!  Have a question? Want to be a guest? e-mail: alana@igottagirl4that.com

Wow. It has been 30 days since the last episode dropped. A lot has changed in my life as you will hear in the latest episode. So many people have shared how my words have helped them in different capacities. With those shares I felt smaller and smaller inside because I wasn't "walking the walk" I speak so much about. While I was going through "it"- it felt like thick deep mud sucking me in, and now I am here and I can feel the sun shining on me and you!  In this episode I share my gratitude not because of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, but because through your patience and support you have shown me along this journey. Your support system truly matters. You are not an island. Surround yourself with people who believe in you. Trust your gut. Your vibe attracts your tribe. And remember, on this podcast, we are leaving the mean girls in the rearview mirror!

What is resiliency? What is power? What is energy? How do you keep bouncing back up? Guess what? I Gotta a Girl (or 2) 4 That! I had the honor of attending a small gathering of women supporting women for a Think Pink event hosted at Saks in Boca Raton. Barb Schmidt and Michelle Maros, the mother daughter duo and minds behind Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, podcast hosts of Barb Knows Best, not to mention the rockstar status they hold in my head, lead this intimate group of women through strategies of resiliency that we can all use a little practice with.  Leading with a clear mind and open heart, knowing that nothing is permanent and all is temporary, small moments of gratitude, redirection, and my personal favorite "Life is hard" are some of the strategies we spoke about. I can't wait to connect with these women again and go deeper! 

 If you are looking for a brand that promotes staying active, grounded, committed to personal growth, AND gives back to children in need.... I Gotta Girl 4 You.    When you are open to receiving, that's when magic happens. And that pretty much sums up how Mariel, the owner of Grounded Co., and I developed our whirlwind romance with each other. From Instagram, to sunrise on the beach, and now live in the recording studio -  I love the time I spent learning Mariel's story. In this conversation Mariel shares how she came from an unconventional upbringing and how her grandparents continue to play a huge role in her passions and personal growth.    Many of us can agree, it's hard as a woman to develop a career and set goals for yourself only to realize the importance of boundaries and family dinners. The struggle is REAL. While we, as women in business and women entrepreneurs, can acknowledge the struggle it doesn't mean we don't resent or feel sad about what we are giving up to be a more present parent. But that doesn't mean we want to miss that part either!       Listen as Mariel gives us her tips and tricks for staying the path and staying human as her brand takes over the world! Thank you, Mariel, for being so open and vulnerable in the studio and with the listeners. Grounded Co. is more than apparel brand, it's a movement.  Visit groundedco.net for more information.    Know a woman who would be a great fit for the show? Visit IGottaGirl4That.com and check out the "contact" page!

If you are looking for a woman who takes on the world one confident step at a time...I gotta girl 4 that!   In this episode of I Gotta Girl 4 That, Michelle Olson-Rogers aka Modern Boca Mom shares her "Boca Boomerang" story with us. Working in the beauty industry, Michelle was lucky to start her career with Sally Hansen and be surrounded by women supporting women as she made her move through the corporate jungle. Tune into hear our conversation covering topics like: being single in the city to becoming a wife and mother, the big move out of the big apple and back to sunny Florida, working remotely (before it was a thing), being a new mom, and how to put yourself (your personal brand)out there! Not to mention, we definitely name dropped some of our favorite Boca Raton taco joints and other partners along the way!   Visiting Boca? Planning a move? Visit ModernBocaMom.com or social media platforms @modernbocamom    Know someone who should be a guest on the show? E-mail me at alana@igottagirl4that.com

I always say that I wish Rosetta Stone came out with a tutorial for speaking "universe". I know the universe is trying to tell me something, but my voice (out loud or in my head) tends to drown out the message. After what seemed like a process and a half, Brie aka Florida Yoga Mama joined me in the studio, and I know why the universe made sure THIS happened on THIS day. Listen to our conversation about bias, first impressions, growth mindset, business growth, being authentic to our personal brands, attracting your tribe, yoga, forgiveness, support systems, and grace.  What's Brie's biggest dream? Do dreams come true? This episode is packed with life lessons for women in business, young women graduating college, and moms trying to balance it all. Let's leave the mean girls in the rearview mirror, together! 

In our last episode our guest, Amanda,  shared how she overcame so many obstacles like losing a parent at a young age, drug addiction, and homelessness; but where Amanda ended is where this week's episode of I Gotta Girl 4 That will start. Being a mother to a newborn is a full-time job, we can probably all agree on that. We are constantly checking to make sure this little human we have the privilege to raise is healthy and (hopefully) happy. We look into the eyes of our children and know that we need to be our best selves for our babies.  Listen to how Amanda took control of her health and what drove her to make what some consider "drastic" choices after testing positive for the BRCA gene mutation. 

Wow. Do I have a girl for you? This week I am proud to introduce to Amanda. Amanda vulnerably shares how the nationwide non-profit, Nurse Family Partnership, supported her journey from being homeless, pregnant, and addicted to drugs to becoming a happy, healthy mother to her 6-year-old son and a Client Relations Representative for the same organization. With the help of Nurse Family Partnership and their registered nurses, Amanda hopes to change the cycle of poverty, abuse, and misinformation.     If you are interested in connecting with a free, personal nurse, visit nfpmoms.org or call/text 844.637.6667   Know someone who you think should be a guest on the show? Send an e-mail to alana@igottagirl4that.com

Sometimes the mean girl we need to leave behind in the rearview mirror is the person you spend endless time with - it's a version of yourself that does not suit you anymore, because - GROWTH. Have you ever felt like you are on the teacup ride of life? If you slow down just enough everything makes you sick, but if you keep moving faster- laughing along the way things have a funny way of working themselves out. In this episode I share a little more about me. I share about the spinning teacup I have been on and how a song during my sunrise yoga class (and much needed meditation in child's pose) helped to open my eyes to personal themes of support and opportunity.

Are you looking for the most unique food concepts and pop-ups in South Florida? Guess what...I Gotta Girl 4 That! Zoey Wexler, owner and one of the "Boss Babes" we can see on the regular at Two Fat Cookies, Two Fat Breggfast, Death by Pizza, and Fatty's shared 30 minutes of laughter with me in the studio... mixed in with her journey from the financial world to the bakery, of course. In this episode we talk favorite flavor combinations and keep it real with food fails while learning how the whole family is behind this Delray Beach staple. Yes, they do custom cakes too! Check out their business pages on social media!     Want to be a guest on the show? Have a question you want to ask? Follow me on social media instagram.com/igottagirl4that and our facebook group!

Are you trying to figure out who I am? I mean my identity is not a secret, but maybe you're trying to figure something else out (I don't know). Well, in this episode I asked people to send in questions. One person asked "How do you stay so positive?" There's only one person who can answer that, and guess what?  I Gotta Girl 4 That...and it's me! In my first solo episode I share some of the daily sayings flying through my house. They are not what you think, but they work for us...for now.     Have a question about your woman owned business? Want to be a guest on the show? Join our Facebook community or send me an e-mail: alana@igottagirl4that.com

Do you feel like you've lost yourself? Are you trying to find her? Guess what? I Gotta Girl (or two) 4 That! Sara and Whitney are Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) living in Florida. This woman lead team is passionate about helping people, men and women,  find and identify their Warrior Within. Through their telehealth platform, Whitney and Sara will help you achieve a work-life harmony you didn't know existed. Yes. They take most insurance too! Visit warriorwithinservices.com for more information!   Do a quick search and join our social media communities for day to day highlights and behind the scenes stories.    Know a bad ass woman you want to see featured on the show? Send an e-mail to alana@igottagirl4that.com.

Does the housing market excite you right now? If you want to be the best, you have to learn from the best. And guess what? I Gotta Girl 4 That! Elaine Perlmutter, my mom, came to the recording studio to discuss how she took the leap into real estate over 10 years ago - and the tricks on how to grow your portfolio through South Florida!   She is the realtor that is committed to making sure her clients dreams come true, whether on the golf course or ocean front AND keeps it real, sharing with us what it REALLY takes to be a successful realtor in South Florida. For more information on Elaine visit : elaineperlmutter.com or instagram.com/elaineandann_sell_houses.   Have a question about your business development? Want to be a guest on the show? Send an e-mail to alana@igottagirl4that.com

Are you looking for a photographer that specializes in newborn, family, and portrait photography? Guess what? Yup! I Gotta Girl for those candid storytelling photos. In this episode you will learn how Tasha Meyer became TashaRazzi (yeah, I may even sing too). Hear how Tasha works with other photographers, as she understands the value of collaboration over competition. Tasharazzi is also hooking up our I Gotta Girl 4 That listeners with a special offer! Gotta listen to find out!  Want to be a guest? Have questions about your business?  Send an e-mail to Alana@igottagirl4that 

Are you looking for the good burn? Guess what? I Gotta Girl 4 That! My girl, Ashley Hirsch, owner of Burn Fitness located in West Boynton Beach, stopped by the studio today. We laughed and kept it real as we shared funny gym stories and the struggles being a woman in the gym ownership industry. Ashley shares what sets Burn Fitness apart from other businesses including their 4 specific studio rooms with over 10 different style group and private classes. Don't miss out on the special offer Burn Fitness is sharing with our community!

A sneak peek at what's ahead on I Gotta Girl 4 That!