The Stranded Phase Podcast

Welcome back to Rich in Real Life! In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming back the incredible Amber Cabral, an award-winning strategist and inclusion expert, author, and TEDx speaker, to dive deep into the essence of being human and the importance of acknowledging and utilizing our privileges to create a more inclusive world.  Amber's expertise in the DEI space shines through as she eloquently discusses the nuances of privilege, equity, and inclusion, challenging us to consider our privileges and how we can extend them to create a more inclusive world. So join us as Amber reveals helpful insights and reflections on using your privilege, and explore how you can reshape your perspective and inspire you to engage with the world more intentionally and thoughtfully. Tune in and let's navigate the world of culture, equity, and privilege with Amber together! KEY POINTS - The importance of recognizing and acknowledging your privilege - The impact of being intentional and considerate in relationships  - How being open to feedback and correction to foster growth - The significance of engaging with differences and embracing diversity - How to extend your privileges and create a more inclusive environment - Transformative effect: being seen, heard, and valued in interactions - How self-awareness help you navigate spaces and relationships effectively - The importance of allyship and arguing with passion for social justice - How small and simple actions lead to significant change  QUOTABLES “It's simple, it's not easy. And those are different. Things that are easy, you can do mindlessly, you can casually flitter about, and it just will happen. But things can be simple, but you have to still be intentional about it.” - Amber Cabral “I want you to think about your place in the experiences that you're having with others. I want you to be thoughtful about how you communicate. I want you to be thoughtful about how someone will receive that. I want you to be prepared for the possibility that you've f*cked up and somebody is going to need to let you know and that you're able to receive that feedback.” Amber Cabral Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral Facebook | @amber.cabral Twitter | @BamCabral  Tune in to the Guilty Privilege Podcast with Amber Cabral Grab a copy of Amber's books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Hey there, Rich in Real Life fam! I'm beyond thrilled to announce that we're back for another season, and let me tell you, it's going to be a wild ride! In this teaser, I'm giving you a sneak peek into what's coming up and sharing my favorite snippets from some of the most transformative conversations I've had yet on this podcast. Get ready to join me and a lineup of extraordinary guests as we dive deep into the heart of what it means to live a truly rich and fulfilling life. From seasoned entrepreneurs to spiritual guides, each guest will bring their unique perspective and profound insights to the table, dropping gems of wisdom that'll leave you feeling inspired and empowered. From unexpected turns to jaw-dropping revelations, get ready to dive deep into my journey and explore the real meaning of richness in life. So buckle up, because we're about to embark on an adventure together that'll leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Stay tuned, because the best is yet to come!  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network - visit at https://www.epyc.co/ 

Welcome back to the Rich In Real Life podcast! Get ready to re-explore the wild and crazy world of relationships with these compilation of episodes. Imagine the sheer joy and gratitude that come from being present—it's like discovering a treasure chest full of happiness! But let's face it, staying present isn't always a walk in the park with life's challenges and societal pressures. I'll be diving into our struggles to remain in the moment and how that affects our relationships. Ever heard of the Divine Feminine era? Yeah, we're heading into that territory! Exploring the evolving energies between masculine and feminine—talk about a universe remix! But hold on tight! I am peeling back layers, exploring relationship complexities, navigating friend conflicts—it's a rollercoaster ride and discussing the superhero move of extending grace and understanding in relationships! And here's the kicker—this isn't your usual chit-chat. We're diving deep into introspection, probing into blame, resolution, and the incredible power of vulnerability in personal connections. So, get ready for an episode that'll challenge your perspective, bring some laughter, and might even pull at your heartstrings. It's time for some serious real talk about relationships—let's dive in! KEY POINTS: -Find joy in the simple act of being present with your loved ones -Impatience and external pressures often hinder your ability to be present -Balancing energies is crucial for your relationships and personal growth -Prioritize co-creating with a higher power, take responsibility for your choices -Directly addressing conflicts fosters lasting bonds -Grant friends the same understanding you give yourself, building stronger bonds QUOTABLES: "There is so much joy and gratitude to be found in presence." -Jessica Hurley "Can I lean back and get vulnerable with my ego and let my man be a man and let him feel me as a woman? Powerful." -Dr. Nyree Abdool "The basic needs in any type of relationship is to be heard, to be understood, to be loved, to be accepted as I am and be able to be expressed fully as I am, just as I am without the need to change and be different." -Ludmila Woodruff "Why don't we give the same grace and stretch for our friends? We have to normalize conflict and friendship." Danielle Bayard Jackson "There's something there's a psychological concept known as fundamental attribution theory, and it's a big fancy word for we give ourselves grace, but we don't give others grace." -Danielle Bayard Jackson EPISODES: EP257: 12 Ways You Know The Healing Is Working EP259: Return To Your Divine Feminine Era - How To Channel Your Creativity, Lean Back, and Break Cycles with Dr. Nyree Abdool EP258: Rewrite Your Dating Patterns as a High-Achieving Woman with Ludmila Woodruff EP254: Earning OUr Keep in Friendships with Danielle Bayard Jackson Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Welcome to another episode of Rich In Real Life! Today's episode is another compilation of episodes that delves deep into the intricate tapestry of relationships and the internal battles that often shape our experiences. Let's journey back to these episodes that tackle the poignant exploration of navigating life through the lenses of love, bitterness, resentment, and the struggle for hope in challenging circumstances. Communication emerges as a cornerstone in handling emotional intricacies, underscoring the significance of seeking support amid personal struggles and uncovering the repercussions of unresolved feelings of inadequacy, powerlessness, and betrayal, highlighting their potential to sow emotional turmoil and, at times, lead to burnout. Friendship breakups take center stage in this intimate conversation, shedding light on the complexities involved in assessing trust, authenticity, and mutual respect. Relive the candid anecdotes of Jessica, and these life experts as they share their own trials, emphasizing the difficulties of vulnerability and the practical application of relationship insights. This episode culminates in a bold assertion: prioritize personal purpose and passion, steering clear of the pitfalls of external opinions and distractions that perpetuate cycles of stagnation. This raw and reflective exchange challenges listeners to confront their own intricacies in friendships and personal growth, urging them to navigate relationships with authenticity, courage, and deliberate intentionality. KEYPOINTS: -Embrace love for happiness, despite your bitter past -Unaddressed bitterness disrupts your relationships, work, and own well-being -Advocate for boundaries to ensure emotional safety and trust in your life -Assess friendships for trust, authenticity, and fear-free truthfulness -Stress honest talks and vulnerability in handling friendship challenges -Promote personal growth, stay true to your purpose, and ignore external opinions QUOTABLES: "Because when you let one or a few situations fester, that caused you any form of resentment, that allow you to be bitter." -Jessica Hurley "People just have a hard time supporting what they don't understand." -Jessica Hurley "If you're always questioning like this, Is she really have my back? Is she saying positive things about me? Like when I leave and the girls get to talking like is she saying positive. If you have to question. I think that's huge." -Danielle Bayard Jackson "You have to come from here (heart) and deal with your stuff. If you really want to have really good friendships." -Danielle Bayard Jackson "If it's not affecting your business, your pockets, your team, your family, your children, or your loved ones that are closest to you, please proceed." -Jessica Hurley Tune in for the very best of Jessica's insights and her guests' expert tips on Money & Entrepreneurship from the Rich in Real Life podcast! Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network

Today we've got an incredible guest on the show - Keila Hill-Trawick, founder of Little Fish Accounting, host of the Fish Food Podcast, accomplished speaker, and soon-to-be author - and I am thrilled to be sharing this conversation because Keila and I are taking you behind the scenes of entrepreneurship, peeling back the curtain to reveal the nitty-gritty, not-so-glamorous side of running a business. We will dive deep into the foundations of authentic entrepreneurship and break down the myth that success in business is all about hitting that coveted 7-figure revenue mark. It's not just about the numbers; it's about staying true to your authentic self, building a network that genuinely supports you, and knowing your financial numbers inside and out. Keila also highlights the importance of staying true to yourself in business and building networks that allow you to be unapologetically you.  We will also talk about the importance of financial awareness in your business journey, because knowing your numbers is vital for making informed decisions, such as when to take breaks, pivot, or invest in your business. However, the ultimate message we hope to impart is to build a business you love, where your authenticity shines and you are supported by a circle that genuinely wants the best for you. So, stay tuned as we explore how you can create a business that aligns with your passion, joy, and authenticity, where your journey is defined by your own terms, not society's expectations. KEY POINTS  - The unglamorous side of entrepreneurship and moving beyond the 7-figure revenue myth - You can grow your business without getting bigger  - Why understanding your financial numbers is crucial; it's not just about making money but knowing where it's going - The importance of a genuine, intentional circle of friends who offer support, guidance, and a safe space - Hitting the 7-figure revenue mark doesn't guarantee happiness or success, so focus on what genuinely matters to you - Keila shares personal experiences, such as taking a 30-day break and reevaluating her business - The importance of aligning your business with your passion, creating a joyful and fulfilling journey - It's not about societal expectations; it's about your own terms and authenticity QUOTABLES  “If you made more money than you ever did this year but you felt miserable, why do you want to do that again?” - Keila Hill-Trawick “I don't want more clients. I want better clients for what I want to do.” - Keila Hill-Trawick “We tend to think of ourselves as beginners for longer than we're actually beginners.” - Keila Hill-Trawick RESOURCES Keila Hill-Trawick IG | littlefishaccounting LinkedIn | littlefishaccounting  Tune in to the Fish Food Podcast with Keila Hill-Trawick! Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

If you've followed me for a while, you already know that throughout my podcasting journey, I've always strived to articulate complex emotions and concepts that we often find hard to express. That is why I am thrilled to have Inclusion Strategist, Author, Coach, and Podcaster Amber Cabral who is nothing short of a master at this craft when it comes to the DEI space. Amber brilliantly puts words to culture, equity, and privilege, addressing topics we often shy away from. Her insights have personally transformed my perspective, and I know they'll do the same for you and reshape how you navigate the world. Today, we dive deep into conversations that will challenge your thinking and provide you with a newfound understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Amber Cabral will equip you with the knowledge and mindset needed to foster a rich and real life for yourself and those around you, so believe me when I say this is a conversation you won't want to miss! KEY POINTS  - Breaking down the meaning of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - How DEI influences entrepreneurship, team diversity, and innovation - How to create inclusive environments and connect with others authentically with your audience - DEI isn't a one-time effort; it's an ongoing commitment - Ways to achieve both allyship and advocacy - Bridging the gap between theory and actionable implementation - Building rich, real lives means prioritizing DEI in personal and professional relationships - True impact requires enduring skepticism and surviving the labor of change QUOTABLES  “Power is important to me. Particularly because I think there are a lot of people who have it that are not using it in ways to make the kinds of impact that I think power really can.” - Amber Cabral “I know I'm not doing a good job if I haven't apologized at least once a week.” - Amber Cabral “Inclusion isn't everyone all the time.” - Amber Cabral “This is not about the workplace. This is about how you show up in the world.” - Jessica Hurley Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral Facebook | @amber.cabral Twitter | @BamCabral  Tune in to the Guilty Privilege Podcast with Amber Cabral Grab a copy of Amber's books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Welcome back guys - I cannot be more thrilled for this episode because I'm finally getting answers to the burning questions about my business that have been plaguing my mind. I've often found myself in that middle ground, unsure of who to consult with when it comes to scaling my business and enhancing profit margins without feeling like I'm constantly counting pennies… Sound familiar?  So today, we have a real treat because we're diving into the world of scaling and business strategy with Gamal Codnor, creator of the Scaling Blueprint and the Exit Blueprint. These programs offer invaluable insights for founders across various domains, from e-commerce to service-based businesses. They provide the roadmap to not only scale effectively but also reposition and exit your business strategically. So buckle up, folks, you're in for an enlightening conversation with Gamal Codnor, where we explore the secrets to growing your business sustainably while preserving your sanity. KEY POINTS  - The importance of scaling a business efficiently and profitably - Common pitfalls founders face when trying to grow their business - Making your customer the hero in your business story - Embracing simplicity in your business model for scalable success - The role of authentic storytelling in building a strong brand - Recognizing when it's time to pivot, reposition, or even exit your business - How to prioritize tasks as a founder and delegate effectively for growth - Real-world examples of businesses that have successfully scaled and exited - The importance of finding the balance between business growth and personal fulfillment - Embracing failures, bankruptcy, and restarts as valuable learning experiences on your entrepreneurial journey QUOTABLES  "Simplicity scales, complexity doesn't." - Gamal Codner “We're so full of fear of failure or fear of what other people think that we don't oftentimes think about that, but real business people go through bankruptcy and restructuring all the freaking time.” - Gamal Codner “If you could only do one thing in your business to grow, what would that one thing be?” - Gamal Codner Gamal Codner  IG | @_gamalcodner_ Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network

I'm absolutely thrilled to introduce you to an amazing guest in today's episode - Sherrell Dorsey, tech innovation journalist and the incredible founder of The Plug. Here's the thing, she's not just your run-of-the-mill founder and author; she's a true powerhouse. She's a data and storytelling expert and hosts the Road to Reinvention podcast. But let me tell you, the reason Sherrell's here today isn't just because of her impressive list of accomplishments – it's because she's an incredible human being. You can Google her to find all the gold stars, but what truly sets her apart is her inspiring journey of impact and reinvention. Today, we're going to dive deep into the concept of purposeful impact and how to embrace change along the way – something I believe is incredibly important for all of you tuning in. Tune in to hear how Sherell is gracefully navigating her path of reinvention, and discover some valuable lessons about living intentionally, practicing self-care, and building authentic connections in our ever-changing world. Sherell gets real about her recent decision to step down from her own company and dive headfirst into the thrilling journey of self-discovery. She shares how she's redefining success in her life, focusing on deeper connections and acts of kindness. Sherell's story is a big reminder that success isn't just about the fancy titles; it's also about the love we give and receive. So, grab a comfy seat and join us for this heartwarming conversation. KEY POINTS  - Sherell's recent decision to step down from her role at The Plug - The personal journey and self-discovery she's embarking upon - Redefining success beyond traditional notions - The importance of deeper connections and acts of kindness  - Insights into living intentionally and practicing self-care - Building authentic connections in an ever-changing world - Lessons on growth, evolution, and finding one's purpose QUOTABLES  “I realized I don't want to be a costume of myself.” - Sherrell Dorsey  “It doesn't have to be that you have to make this massive pivot or do this entire 360 or ditch everything you've built. Sometimes it's just about, with what I have, how can I be more intentional?” - Jessica Hurley  “Reinvention is important. We do not have to stay in the same space. But grace is still required for that process. So I hope you give yourself some grace.” - Sherrell Dorsey Sherrell Dorsey  Instagram | @sherrell_dorsey LinkedIn | @sherrelldorsey Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network

Welcome back to another episode of Rich in Real Life - Today, I'm gonna take you on a profound journey through the books that have been instrumental in my personal and professional growth. These books have been my companions on a transformative path of self-love, inner healing, and deep self-discovery, and in this episode, I'm going to share them all with you.  This episode is going to be a deep exploration of how we can learn to embrace and love even the parts of ourselves we wish we could change, and how these books have provided the wisdom and insights to navigate this intricate journey I've been on so far. I'm going to share the books that have been my guides on this path as we dive into themes of self-acceptance, forgiveness, the power of love, and the art of manifestation. These books have been my beacons of light on this remarkable journey, and I hope they inspire and resonate with you as well. KEY POINTS - My decision to prioritize self-love, self-healing, and inner work in 2021 - Self-love is about embracing and acknowledging even the less-loved parts of ourselves - How these books have served as valuable tools on my healing journey - Books that have personally impacted me, their key themes, and lessons. - Using books as potential guides on their own journeys of self-discovery and healing QUOTABLES: "Self-love for us really is the journey of learning to love the parts of ourselves that we don't love; that we wish we could actually get rid of.” - Jessica Hurley  “The journey of healing is simply the concept of surrender.” - Jessica Hurley  “Everything we do revolves around love.” - Jessica Hurley Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Welcome back to Rich in Real Life! Today I am excited to share a incredible intimate conversation with a dear friend of mine, Megan, who's a business systems expert but also my best friend, and my business partner!  In this episode we dove deep into the importance of systems in both life and business - We talked about how systems can help you grow, how to avoid the shiny object syndrome, and ways to create an exceptional client experience in your business. Megan also shared her personal journey of realizing how she needed to work on herself, which eventually led her to the realization that many business challenges are not just system problems, but sometimes therapy problems too! We also talked about the inevitable messiness that comes with building and refining systems and how crucial it is to embrace outsourcing to free up your time.  So, whether you're a business owner on the fence about systems or someone just looking to simplify and thrive in life, this episode is sure to offer some valuable insights into how you can truly become Rich in Real Life! KEY POINTS  - How embracing systems can drive growth, reduce distractions, and enhance client experience - The importance of differentiating between system problems and personal growth challenges in business  - The messy but vital process of building and refining systems for business success - How outsourcing tasks will save time and provide you freedom to focus on income-generating activities  - The foundation for success in business is found in your personal life  QUOTABLES  "It's really hard for people to understand that transactions aren't a dollar sign." - Jessica Hurley. "Go ahead and take a look at your life. How can you make it more simple?" - Megan. "I know everyone's talking about outsourcing, but really consider writing down how much it is to outsource certain things." - Jessica Hurley. RESOURCES Megan Galane  Instagram | @megangalane LinkedIn | @megangalane  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Hey there, it's your girl Jessica Hurley, and today we're going to get real and talk about something that's been a game-changer for me – what I call the "I Don't Give A F*ck" perspective. Yep, you heard that right! Today's gonna be all about embracing a certain level of ruthlessness as you chase your goals and dreams, so if you're looking for a quick bump of IDGAF energy, then this episode is for you.  I'll be honest though; it's not always easy. We'll chat about why it's crucial to be resilient when facing judgment and criticism, especially when you're on your journey to success. I'll also share how this mindset shift has led me to a newfound sense of freedom, and trust me, it can and WILL do the same for you. KEY POINTS  - The power of being ruthless, unapologetic, and resilient in the pursuit of your goals - Negativity is inevitable; How to keep peoples judgments from holding you back  - The less you judge yourself, the more freedom you'll find  - Embrace the critics and copycats: that means you're doing something right  - Accepting that not everyone will understand or support your journey. QUOTABLES  “Ruthlessness is required in your pursuit of self and success." - Jessica Hurley  "Elephants don't stop walking because dogs are barking." - Jessica Hurley  "Your newfound freedom lives in being less judgmental of people's thoughts and opinions." - Jessica Hurley  "God does not put a vision on your heart that you cannot handle; you might just be stuck in the process." - Jessica Hurley  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of Rich In Real Life! I hope you're ready because I've got something truly special for you today. We're going to dive deep into the world of self-discovery and empowerment with the incredible Dr. Nyree Abdool - a Holistic Medical Doctor and an absolute powerhouse in the field of holistic well-being, masterfully blending ancient Eastern wisdom with modern psychology to help you lead a life that's true to yourself and brimming with purpose. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working closely with her, and I can't wait to share this interview with you. She's guided me through shedding old layers, gaining clarity on my path, and understanding the deepest parts of myself, and in this episode, you're about to witness the magic of her insights and the power of her healing presence. In this episode, we're going to journey back into our Divine Feminine Era and return to our roots of self-discovery and empowerment. Throughout this conversion, Dr. Nyree guides us through the journey of leading a life that resonates with our true selves in a way that is both vulnerable and powerful at the same time. So get ready to take some notes because her insights on harnessing your life force energy are going to show you how to fully step into creativity, healing, and a life that truly fulfills you.  This is an episode that's close to my heart, and I cannot wait for you to experience it with us. KEY POINTS  - Playing the Earth Game: understanding the messages your body sends you - Returning to our Divine Feminine Era  - What does leaning back and relinquishing control look like for a hyper-independent woman? - Getting back to vulnerability for a deeper connection  - The connection between lifeforce energy and sexual energy - Protecting and harnessing your sexual energy for creativity  - How to focus on self-trust, inner power, and a positive outlook to navigate turbulent times and anxiety  QUOTABLES  “There is no blame. There is no blame because this is my story and I get to change it." - Dr. Nyree Abdool “I will not choose to be the victim of my life anymore. I am not a victim, I am co-creating this with my God and you better believe I will stand in it with powerful awareness. And I will choose my heart to the best of my ability in every moment.” - Dr. Nyree Abdool Dr. Nyree Abdool  IG | @doctornyree Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Tired of pointing fingers and ready to embrace the love you desire? Ladies, I understand the frustration all too well , and it's time to shift the narrative in your dating story. Enter Ludmila Woodruff - your guide to navigating the world of dating and relationships as a high-achieving woman. As a sought-after love & relationship coach, and Ludmila's mission is crystal clear: She's here to support high achieving women (yes, like you) in navigating the intricate waters of dating and relationships. What I love about Ludmila's approach is that she is like a blend of having your best friend's honest advice, a wise mentor's insights, and a compassionate coach's gentle push – all rolled into one! Whether you're struggling to find the right partner, dealing with dating burnout, or looking to strengthen your existing relationships, Ludmila is your go-to guru. Flirtation, openness, and vulnerability – remember these lost arts? In this episode Ludmila and I discuss how hyper-independence has reshaped our approach to connection and explores the path to rediscovering these vital elements. We also talk about why we find ourselves dating the same kind of man, why successful women unintentionally push love away, and ways to reconnect with our sensuality and playfulness as women.  If you're a high achieving woman craving love and connection on your terms, Ludmila Woodruff has your back. Join us as we talk about how to renegotiate the terms of your relationships, rewrite your patterns, and step into a realm of authentic love and profound connections.  KEY POINTS - A dating coach's insights on how successful women on navigating marriage, love, and dating challenges - Relationship expectations: How to understand & manage what we anticipate from our partners - How can we be feminine in dating so that men are more attracted to us?  - Changing gender dynamics and embracing vulnerability in our relationships - Signs that you're missing a deeper connection within yourself - Embracing our playfulness, creativity, and sensuality as women  - The pursuit of true, meaningful, and lasting pleasure  QUOTABLES: “We as women, we are such brilliant, beautiful, magnificent, inspirational beings, not only to men and to the world, but to ourselves. And the more you can connect to that power within yourself, the better your life becomes.” - Ludmila Woodruff "Your autopilot has so much to do with how you perceive. If your lens is love you receive love. If your lens is chaos, you receive chaos.” - Jessica Hurley “When did being flirtatious become a problem? When did being playful become a problem? This is part of being a woman.” - Ludmila Woodruff “You are the person that you are looking for you are.” - Jessica Hurley GUEST RESOURCES  Ludmila Woodruff IG | @LudmilaWoodruff  Tune in to the Deeply Connected podcast with Ludmila Woodruff!  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Embarking on the path of self-love and healing can be one of the most rewarding but also unvertain journeys we undertake. And in today's episode, we're diving into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us: How do I know if what I'm doing in my healing journey is truly making a difference? In a world filled with pressures and expectations, it's easy to doubt the impact of the work we're putting into ourselves. Have you ever questioned whether your efforts toward healing are worth it? Believe me, I've been there too, and today, I'm going to share the challenges, breakthroughs, and unmistakable signs that indicate my healing journey is not only real but immensely transformational. Together, we'll explore the non-linear nature of healing and self-discovery - from pushing our boundaries to navigating our moments of doubt, I'm going to touch on the challenges I faced in my journey. But within the challenges lie powerful indicators that show progress. These markers are more than just signs; they're the affirmations that the path we're on is leading us toward a more authentic and empowered version of ourselves. So join me on this episode as we empower ourselves with the knowledge that, even amidst uncertainty, the work we're doing is making a real and lasting difference. KEY POINTS - How playfulness is the pathway to freedom - Master your stillness and discernment  - Allowing your emotions to ride passenger in your life - Your ability to be present as a measurement of your current state - Your body's cues that self-love is thriving in your healing journey - Nurturing trust in your intuition & inner compass - Effortlessly attracting abundance through self-love - Increase your tolerance for discomfort, decrease your tolerance for bullsh*t QUOTABLES: "Playfulness inspires freedom, and what better feeling is there than to feel free within yourself?" - Jessica Hurley "When you can allow those feelings that used to drive you out of control to just simply ride passenger... That means the Self Love is working." - Jessica Hurley “You increase your tolerance for discomfort... and you decrease your tolerance for other people's bullshit, but especially yours." - Jessica Hurley [for megaphone] Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

I often say that the path of an entrepreneur gets really messy sometimes, but with a little shift in perspective, these ugly moments can actually be invitations for you to step into something bigger and better for your business.  Today I am joined by Education Leadership Consultant & Entrepreneurship Coach Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas to talk about what they don't say about successful leadership and building a 7-figure business. From former school principal to now founder of EJ T Education Group, which houses EJT consulting and Six-Figure Educator, Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas is on a mission to help Black women grow their education consulting businesses into six and seven empires.  In this episode, we talk about all the lessons that we've had to learn the hard way to build a multi-figure business. We talk about the catch-22 of successful leadership, creating & protecting your company culture, getting your team invested in your vision, going from delegating tasks to delegating decisions, and slowing down in order to speed up. We also open up about the identity crises that we went through as business owners and the shedding of our old selves in order to step into the 6, 7, or 8-figure business owner that we're meant to be.  Erica drops a tonne of gems on me in this episode, so you definitely do not want to miss out on this - join in on the conversation and learn all about the unspoken yet vital parts of entrepreneurship with me and Erica today.  KEY POINTS  - How Erica made her pivot from school principal to 7-figure entrepreneur  - How do you differentiate being stretched from being in misalignment?  - The moment Erica made her zone of genius profitable  - What it means to build an equitable company  - The catch-22 of successful leadership - How do you get your team deeply invested in your vision?  - When you're hitting milestones and things are still falling apart… - Building a wall vs building a fence in your business  - The pruning process at different stages of your business  - How rest equals revenue: Why you need to slow down to speed up  QUOTABLES  “When God is trying to move you to the next thing, he will often create some type of disruption.” - Erica Jordan-Thomas “People equate revenue to the maturity of their business, and they're not always an equal correlation” - Erica Jordan-Thomas “Entrepreneurship is disguised as the greatest self development journey you will ever go on.” - Jessica Hurley [for megaphone] Erica Jordan-Thomas Click Here to learn more about Erica and how to work with her. Click Here to join SIX FIGURE EDUCATOR™ LIVE - The Only Live 3-Day Event That Turns Your Education Expertise Into a Six-Figure Education Consulting Business Instagram | @e_jordanthomas  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

This might sound a little cocky - but lately, I've been finding myself in rooms that I've only ever dreamed of being in. And one of the biggest questions I've been getting a lot is how the hell did I get there?  So today I wanted to talk about that moment when your idols become your network, how I got to this point in my business journey, and the many incredible lessons I've learned from working with the absolute best in the industry. I'm going to share the biggest lessons that shook me to my core, but also the smallest switches in my perspective that led me to some of the largest transformations in my life.  It has truly been a roller coaster ride and an absolute honor to get here, and I know that God's vision for me has always been bigger than anything that I can ever conceptualize. So I hope you join me on this ongoing journey and pick up some of these amazing gems that I've come across so far.  KEY POINTS  - How I decided that I was no longer the dishwasher  - Accepting that you will never “arrive”  - Your problems are simply just an invitation  - Flex your “IDGAF” muscle - Your business can only grow to the extent that you can - How I got into the rooms I wanted to be in  - The word “no” will save your sanity - Collaboration over competition  - You cannot receive the things that you want and need with a closed fist - The key to having insurmountable faith & trust in your journey  QUOTABLES  “Your chaos, your trauma, will meet you over and over again as an entrepreneur. they will chase you, they will knock, you will open the door and chaos will enter.” - Jessica Hurley “My name is being said in rooms I'm not in because I do good work.” - Jessica Hurley “Coming from someone that has built the ship on the way down, 9 times out of 10 it works. If it doesn't, I learned something very valuable.” - Jessica Hurley “When crisis and chaos begins, it's usually at the forefront of change.” - Jessica Hurley Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network

Welcome to another episode of Rich In Real Life! I am so excited to be sharing this episode with you because we are going to talk about something that doesn't get talked about nearly enough, but it something that I truly believe makes us RICH in real life - and that's female friendships. And there's no better guest I can think of to talk about this with than female friendship coach & educator and host of the Friend Forward podcast, Danielle Bayard Jackson.  In this episode, we talk about how to have better female friendships, why we're so damn judgemental all the time with other women, how to experience true joy & intimacy with your female friends, and how to navigate conflict in your female friendships. Danielle also reveals the number one predictor of how satisfied you'll be in your romantic relationships in adulthood, and gets real about taking her own advice when it comes to the friendships in her life.  Danielle and I also investigate why we glorify romantic partnerships so much more than our platonic friendships, why we place so many unrealistic expectations on our friends, and how we have been conditioned to operate in disfunctional friendships.  If you are ready to expand your vision around friendships then believe me, this is an episode you do not want to miss!  KEY POINTS  Why do we tend to neglect our friendships when we get into relationships? The research behind friendship cycles and how to find friends that align with you and affirm what you want   The Acceptance Prophecy: Why women tend to be judgmental when meeting new women  The number one predictor of how satisfied you will be in your romantic relationships  Why platonic intimacy in friendships can be as fulfilling as intimacy in romantic relationships  Why communication is just as vital in your friendships Normalizing conflict in female friendships  Fundamental Attribution Theory: How to give more grace to our friends  How your friendships are a reflectiong of the healing you've done and have yet to do How we have been conditioned to operate in dysfunctional friendships  Signs that you need to break up with your friend  Operating from your heart and not your head for fulfilling female friendships  Danielle's upcoming book “Fighting For Our Frienships” in May 2024! QUOTABLES  “The things that you think you want that will bring you life, but you need a partner to do, you can do in your female friendships, and that shit will set you free.” - Jessica Hurley “You're never going to get to a place where you're so close that it just transcends the need to communicate.” - Danielle Jackson GUEST RESOURCES Danielle Bayard Jackson IG | @daniellebayardjackson - https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson/  www.betterfemalefriendships.com  Tune in to the Friend Forward podcast, hosted by Danielle Bayard Jackson at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friend-forward/id1500460079  Join the waitlist for Danielle's upcoming book “Fighting For Our Frienships” - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64595d8c0043a12e2bfac8b1  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - www.instagram.com/jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network - visit at https://www.epyc.co/ 

Welcome back to a brand-spanking new season of Rich In Real Life! In this episode, I kick things off by addressing the longest personal break in podcasting that I have ever taken since the start of this podcast.  There's no easy way of saying this, especially when I have built my business & career almost entirely on speaking, but I took the longest podcast break I've ever taken because I had completely and utterly lost my voice. I had somehow muted myself for the longest time (for reasons I'll be sharing in this episode), and it had caused me to feel powerless, inauthentic, unfulfilled, and like I wasn't enough. I no longer knew who I was. But not anymore. In this episode, I'm going to talk about how this season of silence has not only affected me but has literally taken over and consumed my relationships and my identity. I talk about the difficult things I had to do to find my voice again, discern between external voices and my own true voice, and finally return to my authentic self.  It's time we faced whatever it is that's causing us to silence ourselves because we no longer have to be muted by our circumstances. So join me as I finally break my silence, and I hope my story inspires you to break yours.  KEY POINTS  How I was completely muted for a year  The reasons we silence ourselves as women  Why I sunk into silence and how it has affected myself and my relationships  How I released my bitterness by going on a Forgiveness Tour Shame equals Should: How to release your shame and make space for your voice  QUOTABLES  “When you don't deal with that bitterness, it throws a party.” - Jessica Hurley “I don't have to compromise the respect I have for myself just to maintain respect for other people.” - Jessica Hurley  “One of the hardest lessons I had to swing in 2023 was my willingness to be the bigger person and shut up and allow myself to be the villain in other people's story.” - Jessica Hurley  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - www.instagram.com/jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network - visit at https://www.epyc.co/ 

That's right, friends, we are back for another season of Rich In Real Life!  I've brought you along to some of the darkest parts of my journey, but we've grown & evolved past that season now, and I'm taking you with me as I enter the next one.  This season, I want you to redefine what being rich means to you. We're done chasing the money and accomplishments, and not realizing that the fulfillment we've been searching for has been locked within us this whole time.  I'm bringing on some incredible guests this season to talk about all the different riches we can have outside of what we've been taught to chase - community, friendships, relationships, parenthood, and so much more. I cannot wait to share every single one of these amazing conversations with you.  So welcome to Season 2, and I look forward to discovering new meanings of what it is to be Rich In Real Life!  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - www.instagram.com/jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network - visit at https://www.epyc.co/ 

In this FEATURE FRIDAY episode, Jessica Hurley, host of the Rich in Real Life podcast, switches seats with Danielle Leslie and takes a deep dive into Danielle's journey of being a student once again as she embraces her seasons of silence to integrate the lessons she had learned and to finally put them into practice.   We all know Danielle, the Serial Entrepreneur; Danielle, the Millionaire Maker; Danielle, the creator of Course from Scratch - but every new ceiling requires a new identity, and for the longest time, Danielle had hit her highest and could no longer see a future she could create.   And for the first time ever, Danielle had to face the most terrifying question: How do I get out of self-judgment, loneliness, and, worst of all, the hopelessness of reaching my full potential?    So join us in this episode to find out how she made her pivot into her fully-expressed self, time travel with Danielle to 10 years from now, and get to know the Danielle from the future. It's time to go behind the scenes with Danielle from SINCE3000.    KEY POINTS - Danielle's Dark Night of the Soul  - Putting in the Work - How Danielle made the pivot into her true self  - The Expert is now the Student again  - Did Ego ever get in the way?  - Danielle's “cry in the car” moment in business - Time traveling to Danielle 10 years from now - Breaking ceilings, the power of proximity, and leading in femininity  - The Breakup Letter    QUOTABLES “The more healed people are, the more playful they are.” “The best friend; The biggest love of your life, is yourself.” “It was a simple question. Is this in service of my highest self? Is this helping me be fully self-expressed? The answer was yes.”   GUEST INFORMATION Danielle Leslie  Follow Danielle on IG Follow SINCE3000 on IG   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Moving to a new city with no job or apartment. Working at the Cheesecake Factory after receiving an MBA. Pitching to banks for a 1 million dollar business loan before making a salary. Imperfect action and finding the willingness to press forward when all signs are red is Romey Sifontes bread and butter! And in this episode, the founder of Design Water Co is here to share her story of what can be achieved when you drown out the noise and trust yourself!    KEY POINTS: - How Romey learned to trust herself and her inner voice  - Reaching the height of your career and thinking, “Is this it?” - Brand activation and why it's so important - What happens when you are aligned and have a vision - The biggest bet Romey made on herself  - Allowing logic and magic to collide  - When do you know it's time to prioritize yourself?    QUOTABLES: “It's everything that I wanted in a career. I needed to do that for me. And I did it. But then, after a few years, I was like, was this really what I wanted? Was this it?” “You have to be so stupidly committed to your outcome. Logic in the standard sense will tell you it doesn't make sense. But when you're stupidly committed, it doesn't matter.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Romey Sifontes designwaterco.com IG | instagram.com/designwaterco   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

When you are building a business, you need capital! Whether starting out or scaling up, you need that cash! And sometimes you may need to grow a little quicker than you're financially ready for. That's where business credit comes in. But do we really need to be multimillionaires to be eligible for business funding?   In this episode, business coach and funding finance educator Irvin Pena, debunks some of the common misconceptions around funding and financing for small businesses. Making it as simple as possible, tune in as IrvOfficial shares his secrets to cleaning up your credit, personal guarantees, and building business credit.    It wouldn't be Rich in Real Life though if we didn't also discuss the work-life balance! So lean in and learn why Irvin doesn't believe in balance and how growing as a person and a business owner go hand in hand.   WANT TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT AT INNOVATIVE INCOME 2023? Join us at: innovativeincomesummit.com   KEY POINTS: - Business credit vs personal credit - Why you need a business credit card - How can we clean up our personal credit? - Irvin's first step to building a successful business - Managing business, marriage, and kids   QUOTABLES: “A lot of business owners have a misconception and an unhealthy relationship with what business credit is.” “I challenge you to be okay with not knowing who you are because no one knows who you are. And that's where you're allowed to screw up along the way.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Irvin Peña insightinnercircle.com IG | instagram.com/irv.official   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

We all seemingly throw around terms like depression, anxiety, sadness, and mindfulness, but what are they really? And how do they actually affect our brain and our health?   In this episode, Rich In Real Life gets scientific as Jess welcomes neurologist and author Dr. Philippe Douyon. Sharing the ins and outs of how our brain processes trauma, self-talk, and even the company we keep, listen in to learn how you can rest, recover, and control your brain. Because as Dr. Douyon says: “change your brain, change your life.”   KEY POINTS: - Anxiety is normal! But what triggers it? - Why we need to change the way we think - How do we face our fears rather than feed them? - You have to do the work!  - Mirror neurons and who you surround yourself with  - Self-manufactured depression - What does resting and taking control of your brain look like?   QUOTABLES: “We do have to change the way that we think. We do need to change our perspective. We've got to be very mindful of what we're feeding ourselves and not just what we're feeding our bodies but what we're feeding our minds.” “You have to do the work if you really want to get healthy. And that's not just about your physical body. It's also about your mental health. You got to do the work.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Philippe Douyon, M.D. Inlebrainfitinstitute.com IG | instagram.com/philippe.md   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

What is your genius zone? How do we pick a good partner that complements us in business? How do we know what they need to be successful so we can communicate with them in a way that makes them thrive?   Tune in as the founder of Partners for a Solution and Chief Visionary Officer, Audra Fornier, answers these questions and more, sharing the incredible benefits of the DISC personality test. Whether you're looking to build a team, become a better leader, or simply learn more about your natural tendencies, don't miss this fascinating episode with Audra Fornier.   KEY POINTS: - What is a DISC profile? - How is our personality created? - Is it your mirror, core, or mask? - Are you working in your zone of genius? - Compatible personalities in life and business   QUOTABLES: “We put ourselves into situations that are not our zone of genius, but that we're very competent in, and it contradicts what our natural tendencies are.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Audra Fornier audrafournier.com/coaching IG | instagram.com/audrafournier FB | facebook.com/partnersforasolution   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

We've talked a lot about self-development, self-growth, and self-love this past year, and if you're anything like your girl Jess, you might be asking yourself, when does it end? How do we know we have arrived? What does self-love really look like and mean?   Emerging as her best and highest self, tune in as Jess shares the 10 ways she knew she was on the path to self-love in her healing journey. From returning to child-like playfulness to learning to live with an open hand, don't miss this episode and how you might be dangerously close to loving yourself.    KEY POINTS: - When do you know you're in love with yourself? - Jess's self-love epiphany  - Why you should chase playfulness - “Presence trumps all things” - Knowing and trusting your body  - How to attract higher things effortlessly  - Do you treat others better than you treat yourself?   QUOTABLES: “There is no healed with an “-ed.” It does not end when you are truly on a real healing journey. You know that it is literally all about submission and not the destination.” “You are dangerously close to loving yourself because your decisions are different. Your presence is different. The way you honor yourself is different. The way you see yourself is different.”   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Even though Rich in Real Life is about being rich in spirit, rich in community, rich in connection, and rich in health, let's be honest..rich still means rich. And in order for us to live a life of presence, passion, and purpose, we sometimes need the assets, belief, understanding, and bank account that allows for it.    So in this episode, Jess welcomes real estate investor, host of the Wealth Baby podcast, and money mindset coach, Lorisa Leigh. Tune in as Lorisa shares how to break your money mindset blocks and her tips and tricks to manifest wealth!   KEY POINTS: - Can you be in your feminine and attract money? - Do you need to make more money or heal your mindset? - Reprogramming and choosing YOUR money beliefs  - Money is just energy! - How to deal with shame and guilt around money - Should we separate emotions from money?   QUOTABLES: “You didn't necessarily choose these beliefs around money. They were placed upon you. And if we understand that our beliefs are always choices, they're not permanent, we can then take the effort to start changing them.” “If I feel like money is bad, or I feel like people with money are bad, I'm going to push money away from me.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Lorisa Leigh at: lorisaleigh.com Listen to the “Wealth Babe” podcast on all major streaming platforms! IG | instagram.com/lorisaleigh   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

If you're anything like your girl Jess, you get hard-headed. You think you don't need a coach or advice because what you're doing is working. So why change it? But while money is great, how do you actually feel while making it? Does it light you up? Do you even like yourself and the life you're leading?   Tune in as speaker and clarity coach Diana Morris guides you to move beyond surface-level success and happiness toward a better, more sustainable result in your career, relationships, and life. Because we are meant to like the life we live! So listen in, dare to define success beyond your job title and resume, and find the person you truly want to be!   KEY POINTS: - How do you define success? - Obituary virtues vs resume virtues - What does alignment look like? - Letting go of the sunk cost fallacy  - The paradox of choice and taking radical responsibility - When do you know you need a clarity coach or conversation?   QUOTABLES: “When you're hitting all of these metrics and when you're reaching all of these heights in your business, your career, and you're collecting all these accolades…When it's all said and done, do you even like yourself?” “I often talk about really critiquing and challenging the stories that we believe and have about what's required, possible, and optional for our life. Because all of this is a story. All of this is fake.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Diana Morris at: dianaramorris.com IG | instagram.com/dianaramorris   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Rich in Real Life's resident Life and Relationship coach, Ludmila Woodruff, returns in this episode to talk about dating as a high-achieving woman and why we are struggling!   Tune in as Ludmilla asks us to lean back and relinquish the control and fix-it mentality that has served us so well in business. We can't just apply what works in our career to our love life...right? So, what can we do? And how do we know when to lean in versus lean back?   Listen in to find out and learn why we need to date ourselves first!   KEY POINTS: - What is blocking high achievers from finding love? - The power of surrendering  - In love, your accomplishments don't matter - Learn how to be at home with yourself first - Why dating is not about the man, but about you   QUOTABLES: “This is exactly what is blocking us in dating and in relationships. Because love comes from the heart, not so much from the head where we kind of operate and live in.” “You say all the men are horrible. There are no good men out there. I will struggle. No! Just look at what you are attracting and what within yourself still needs attention.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Ludmila Woodruff at: ludmilawoodruff.com IG | instagram.com/ludmilawoodruff/   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Welcome to Rich in Real Life's first-ever Feature Friday! Once a month, we flip the script and showcase an episode where your girl Jess is the guest! So get ready for some awesome conversations and an even deeper dive into what it means to be rich in real life!   In this episode, Jess joins the ladies from Inner Glow Circle, the first accredited life coaching certification for women, on their podcast Six Figure Certified Coach. Revealing her raw behind-the-scenes journey to entrepreneurship, Jess gets real about living a watered-down life, creating her business by just saying YES, and the evolution of monetizing her calling through all of life's hurdles.   Be sure not to miss this unfiltered look at what it takes to get to your after story and how Jess became an entrepreneur by accident!   KEY POINTS: - Your vision is proof of possibility - How God told Jess to go bigger - “Every day is day one” - Jess's biggest lesson in her entrepreneurial journey - It's a marathon, not a sprint  - Showing up through life's challenges   QUOTABLES: “Your dreams or your visions are things that are already yours. You just you have to be willing to lean into them and believe in the vision, the preview. And then fully step into it not knowing where you're going.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Find your purpose, live it, and get paid with Inner Glow Circle, an ICF Accredited life coach school for women, by women: innerglowcircle.com IG | @innerglowcircle - instagram.com/innerglowcircle FB |  @innerglowcircle - facebook.com/innerglowcircle   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich in Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Breathwork facilitator, quantum coach, and founder of “Connect and Evolve,” Ben Holt joins Rich in Real Life after hosting a special retreat for your girl Jess, her best friend, and 8 of her mastermind girls in Sedona, Arizona.    In the finale of this two-part series, Jess and Ben share the nurture, connection, and extraordinary vulnerability that takes place in his workshops. From cold river dunks to breathwork to eye gazing to crying and peeling back all the layers, listen in as they share how and why we are our own medicine.   KEY POINTS: - What does a retreat with Ben Holt look like? - Integrating retreat energy into your home-life  - “You are the medicine” - When do you know an emotion is ready to be released? - How can we love ourselves unconditionally?   QUOTABLES: “When we realize that we're all carrying something that is likely affecting our everyday life as an adult, we start to realize how important this work is of clearing this energy and clearing these unresolved emotions that are being stored as trauma.” “We are all our own healer. And the body can heal itself as soon as we get out of the way.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Ben Holt's story and vision at: connectandevolve.com IG | @Connectandevolve   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Breathwork facilitator, quantum coach, and founder of “Connect and Evolve,” Ben Holt joins Rich in Real Life after hosting a special retreat for your girl Jess, her best friend, and 8 of her mastermind girls in Sedona, Arizona.    In part one of this two-part series, Ben shares a bit of his story from jock to healer, discovering that while the path to our higher self is fraught with valleys, we are the medicine. Speaking to the illusion of separation, a foundation of love, and embracing your feminine energy, tune in as Ben reveals how the power of God and the universe is within you.   KEY POINTS: - Ben's path to spirituality and plant medicine  - “We are the medicine” - Traditional religion versus spirituality  - What is beyond our thinking mind? - Opening up to our feminine energy   QUOTABLES: “Things often become more challenging before they become easy, right? It's really beautiful from the outside perspective looking in to see someone who is on the spiritual path, but little do we know, being on the spiritual path is like getting dragged through the valley of your shadow pretty often.” “Entrepreneurship is just disguised as a self-development journey. It's just a constant mirror in your face.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Ben Holt's story and vision at: connectandevolve.com IG | @Connectandevolve   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Nashville native, CEO/co-founder of Pivot Technology, and serial entrepreneur Joshua Mundy knows all too well about weathering the storm. And in this episode, he joins Jess to share his story of perseverance, taking risks, and trusting that there is always something better on the other side... every single time.   Be sure not to miss this high-energy chat with Joshua “The Plug” Mundy on passion, mistakes, community, and entrepreneurship!   KEY POINTS: - Joshua Mundy's serial entrepreneurship journey  - “Do you wait until logic meets magic?” - What are you passionate about? - Why focus is the key to entrepreneurship  - How to practice listening to your own voice and trusting it - Building business around community  - The stormy birth of Pivot Technology School    QUOTABLES: “My dad would always say, well son, if you're not going to be a lawyer or a doctor, you need to go ahead and get this money.” “I made this commitment or this oath to God. I said, no matter how hard it gets, I will never work for anybody a day in my life. And that was 21 years ago.” “When you hear those voices that tell you to move, to do something, it's preparing you for something that you don't know is coming.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Joshua Mundy on social media! IG | instagram.com/iammrmundy Youtube | youtube.com/jmundy1110   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

If you have followed Jess's healing journey over the last years, you know your girl has got a little bit of trauma. And no longer wanting to live her life through a lens of pain, she did EVERYTHING to try to change that, from Reiki to hypnosis to therapy. But nothing could have prepared her for the things she uncovered through EDMR.   So in this episode, founder of Therapeutic Serendipity and licensed clinical social worker Heather Holop, joins the show to discuss what EDMR is, why it might be right for you, and how her own journey is one of the reasons she's so great at what she does.    KEY POINTS: - What is EMDR? - Diving into Jess's negative cognitions  - Why memories are not intrinsically painful - Are we lying to ourselves or coping? - Where do we go wrong with boundaries?  - “When are we healed?”   QUOTABLES: “It's always something deeper, but they just usually want to work on the stuff that's present. The stuff that's, I call it, the crisis of the week. I call it chasing cows.” “Your brain stays so focused on the trauma that it doesn't like the truth. And the thought that we develop about ourselves in those moments is actually what is painful. It's not the memory, because the memory only exists in your mind.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Heather Holop, LCSW LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/heather-holop-lcsw-27873012   Connect with Heather on a One-on-One session: https://calendly.com/therapeuticserendipity/15min?back=1&month=2022-10    PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich In Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Jess couldn't jump into the next season without wrapping up the Stranded Phase and the last four years of her healing journey!   From episodes about the many masks we wear as women to learning the power of no to why shadow work is painful but necessary, the Stranded Phase was some of the deepest lessons of Jess's life. But she isn't stranded anymore, and neither are you!   Shedding light on her “energy audit,” tune in as Jess shares the most significant lessons exiting her stranded phase taught her. Now in the most confident season of her life, Jess can see why God put her lessons on ten speed - pushing her to evolve from the version of herself that was just not going to work where she is going now!   KEY POINTS: - If you don't invite yourself to the next level, God will - Why everything is not for you to keep - Are you fighting for growth or your limiting beliefs? - The power of sisterhood and unconditional love in friendships - Letting go of surface-level awareness - How Jess became a better mom    QUOTABLES: “This was becoming my story. It was becoming my identity. It was becoming who I was. Every time I was looking for a message for the show, I was learning instead of moving forward, I was choosing to stay put because you can only stay stuck for so long.” “There's a version of you, a death of the ego, that has to occur. And if you don't invite yourself into that next level, God or the universe or whomever you serve will do it for you.” “Let me put you on a little secret. If you keep choosing not to do the work, and you keep waiting for the correct time for it to come, I promise you, it will meet you where you are most uncomfortable.”   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

It's time for a serious transition Stranded family!    Starting this podcast to share some of the rawest and most difficult moments on her path to accidental entrepreneurship, we've joined Jess embrace the “stuck” in business, relationships, finance, and more. But today, as we reach the end of 2022, your girl Jess is more confident and clearer than ever. And she is here to tell you…we're not stranded anymore.   Now, this doesn't mean we aren't going to have hard times or get stuck every once in a while. But it does mean we know how to handle it differently, and dare we say, better! So join Jess as she invites you to get Rich in Real Life and in all things that bring you joy and gratitude!    KEY POINTS: - It's time for a serious transition! - The lessons Jess learned during her “Stranded Phase” - How Jess needed to get out of her own way! - What does rich in real life mean?   QUOTABLES: “Rich in real life means so many things to me beyond financially wealthy. It means rich in well-being, rich in assets so that we can create freedom and time and comfort. It means rich in community, rich in connection, rich in network. Rich in health, rich in family, rich in opportunity. Rich in self!”   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         Rich In Real Life is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

After 4.5 years of embracing our stuck through The Stranded Phase Podcast, its time we shift and decide to change our own narrative. For those who've followed along on this journey, this doesn't mean we won't be met with pain, we won't get hurt, or we won't go through transitional periods, it means its time we invite wealth into our life in all forms.   A 2 year long healing journey has brought me here. Realizing that being RICH has nothing to do with money. Money is the by product.   This long and necessary invitation that sent me searching inwards brought me to this season of finding happiness in being RICH in connection, RICH in community, RICH in soul, RICH in love, RICH in spirit, RICH in family, and so much more.   From my EMDR therapist, to my relationship coach, to a brain surgeon, and my dear friends in business, I bring you guests this season that would be truly honest about growing, evolving, and dealing with personal and professional journeys at the same damn time.   Welcome RICH IN REAL LIFE

This episode flips the script as Jessica sits down with the Triggered AF podcast for a dose of her infamous vulnerability and raw honesty about just how hard healing and the journey from stranded to rich in real life can be.   Because let's be real…healing sucks. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, and it certainly isn't linear. And believing we all need to hear and see that more, tune in as these three powerhouse women speak to the pain of breaking patterns, what healing work really looks like, and what their pain has taught them the most.    As they all know too well, “you are only as healed as your next trigger.”   KEY POINTS: - Healing is not a one size fits all process! - The catalyst that brought Jessica to her path of healing - Why breaking patterns can feel like dying 1000 deaths  - Do you like the person you are becoming? - What is EMDR therapy? And other effective healing modalities? - Mastering your shadows and investing in yourself   QUOTABLES: “The real work begins when you are isolated for a little while and you don't like who you're becoming. And you realize everything that you are allowing in your life, the people you're allowing in your life, are all rooted in your trauma. It's all a reflection. The mirror you're creating is just more trash.” “Pain is not a sign that something is wrong with you or that you are broken. Pain is an opportunity. It's an invitation for you to be like okay, something in my mind doesn't feel right; how can I address that.” “People always say ‘feel the feelings.' But what they really mean is process the feelings. And in order for you to process the feelings, you have to allow them to live their lifecycle.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Like what you're hearing? Follow Triggered AF on social media and share the love! IG: instagram.com/triggeredafpc Twitter: twitter.com/triggeredafpc FB: facebook.com/triggeredafpc YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCNxXUw6_j_pMnfd5ASIGAOQ   Stay connected with your hosts! Alechia Reese | instagram.com/alechiareese/ Dani Foster | instagram.com/danifostercoaching/   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In this episode, Jess joins the This Life I Live in Truth podcast with host Gessie Belizaire. Created when she finally decided to live and walk in her truth, Gessie sits down with your girl as she dedicates this season to green flags rather than red and asks the question: what is good for you?   From breaking the idea of the “perfect aesthetic” to why there is no final destination in healing, don't miss this episode as Jess is ready to POUR her TRUTH!   KEY POINTS: - Finding unconditional love and intimacy in friendship - Ask: what is good for you? In mind, body, and spirit?  - How to break thought patterns and create the best moments of your life - Who is Jessica Hurley, according to her? - Why true healing requires practice  - “I can be broken, and I can be a boss”   QUOTABLES: “Our feelings and our thoughts are not always real. So we have to learn to talk back.” “Break your thought patterns by imagining and realizing, at the same time, that we are the creators of the best moments of our lives.” “How have I learned to parent my pain? Sitting in the feeling and being in the present, and living in the now whether it hurts or not, is the most important part of parenting your pain. Because it has a lifecycle.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Listen to the This Life I Live in Truth podcast on all major streaming platforms! Learn more about living life authentically and Gessie Belizaire at: thislifeiliveintruth.com   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Get ready…it's about to get real vulnerable in here…   Your girl Jess did it all - she learned and shared how to be broken and a boss, make six figures, grow, heal, and move on to become the best version of yourself. The work, works! So why was she left anxious and empty when everything she dreamed and begged for was finally coming true?    Sharing with you what she needs, tune in as Jess goes solo in this raw episode about “unbecoming,” hustling through pain, and why, coming full circle, she realized she was not ready to move on yet.    KEY POINTS: - Is “fight or flight” and survival your baseline? - Why Jessica put her healing journey on hold  - Hustling through feelings - does it really work? - “True healing never occurs until it's on the soul level”  - Rest, reflection, and restoration!   QUOTABLES: “The god I serve, he will not let me play in the wrong lane, and he will not let me move forward, press go, and go stage left until I learn this lesson.” “These patterns said, you're avoiding the real soul healing. Your soul is screaming at you for a book of reasons. But if you keep avoiding true deep healing, you won't be able to function anymore. Eventually, your body's going to shut down.” “The work works. You won't let the work, work for you. So what in your soul are you choosing to not deal with? What are you resisting? What in your soul are you avoiding?”   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Friend, CEO of WIIN Investments, and sales expert Elijah Rubin joins your girl Jess in this episode where they talk anything but real estate! Her thought partner in crime, Elijah and Jess dive into healing and dealing in the shadow.   Tune in as the pair shed light on this often-ignored part of healing, urging all of us to strip back what others thinks of us and discover what's really holding us back and the limitations we try to blame on the external world. Sharing their own experiences, get to know the old version of you that you may not like too much, and pull them out of the shadows. Because true healing is a journey of surrender to the unknown.   KEY POINTS: - What is the shadow? - Why do we need shadow work? - Releasing the emotions stuck in our body   - Are you keeping yourself busy, or are you fulfilled? - Is shadow work a solitary journey? - Victim to victorious - the power of surrendering    QUOTABLES: “When you're tired of going outside, you start looking inside, and I think that is where the magic happens. I think that's when you stop looking for the world to give you answers, and you go inside to find the answers.” “Relive the stories that you told yourself and pull those thoughts out of the shadows. And say, is this self-serving me? Or is it self-defeating me? Because no one's gonna care about you, your past, and your future more than you. So why not take this time to invest in yourself?”   GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Elijah Rubin on social media! IG | instagram.com/elijah.rubin FB | facebook.com/elijah.rubin   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In this episode, your girl Jess gets personal as she welcomes back resident trauma and childhood wound expert Ludmila Woodruff. Always urging radical self-responsibility, Ludmilla explores how our pain, trauma, broken relationships, and the things we must constantly heal through affect us as parents. From pouring into yourself first to recognizing parenting as a relationship to embodying what you teach, tune in as Jess and Ludmilla share their own parenting challenges and why we must connect to ourselves and our needs in order to truly connect to our children and give them the best of ourselves.    KEY POINTS: - Is the concept of parenting about the child or the parent? - How to balance pouring into your own cup and pouring into your child's - What it means to become conscious in moments of unconscious triggers  - Why parenting is a relationship, not something that we do - Should we hide our “negative” emotions from our children?   QUOTABLES: “Kids teach us more than we teach them because they teach you all about the places within you that still need your attention. You want to connect to your child? Well, how do you connect to yourself?” “Parenting is a process of us becoming more conscious of what we really need to pay attention to within ourselves, so we then can show up for our kids the way they want us and need us.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more and work with Ludmila Woodruff at ludmilawoodruff.com IG | instagram.com/ludmilawoodruff   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

What the hell is going on when it comes to our culture and relationships?! It seems like a war out there, men and women competing with each other more than desiring to be in a union. So in this special episode, your girl Jess takes off the brakes and holds an open space for her group of guests to have a candid conversation about modern-day dating and relationships.   Tune in as your self-proclaimed “non-experts” discuss who's to blame for the de-masculation of modern men, a mans role in a world where women can do it all, and how we all are just looking for emotional safety. Don't miss the conclusion of this honest and vulnerable dialogue on submission, leading with love, and what men and women want in an equal and fruitful partnership.    KEY POINTS: - The de-masculation of men today  - Why do men NEED to feel needed? - Setting expectations and continuing to meet them  - The dark secret behind high-achieving women - Are men allowed to cry?   QUOTABLES: “I built up enough strength in myself to know that regardless of what you think about me out there, regardless of how you see my emotion, I'm using it to empower me. And I can use that to empower the next man.” “We're in a fight to protect ourselves it seems like. Everybody's in a fight to protect themselves. And I want to just see more of us be open and willing to lead with love.”   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

What the hell is going on when it comes to our culture and relationships?! It seems like a war out there, men and women competing with each other more than desiring to be in a union. So in this special episode, your girl Jess takes off the brakes and holds an open space for her group of guests to have a candid conversation about modern-day dating and relationships.   Tune in as your self-proclaimed “non-experts” discuss dating for alignment, marrying for potential, and the supposed three kisses of death in a relationship. Don't miss part one of this epic dialogue and learn why submission in marriage comes from both sides.    KEY POINTS: - Are men and women in competition with each other? - Why are so many high-achieving women single? - Where does the independence stop and the relationship begin? - Changing the definition of what a man as a provider is - How to communicate not to defend but to dissolve the issue - What does submission in a relationship really mean? Is it necessary? - Can people really change for a relationship?   QUOTABLES: “Ideally, most of us are out here looking for a man on our caliber or better. We're like, either be at my level because I've done this hard work, or lead me to a higher level. Take me to the next level, right?”  “I had to change my definition of what being a man as the provider is. Because we always think ‘I provide' is something physical or tangible. And it's probably 10% physical, 90% emotional and mental. Because when I started taking care of my wife's mind and her emotions, my marriage got exponentially better.”   GUEST RESOURCES:     PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In this episode, Jess welcomes her close friend and marketing guru, Yainis Burgos. Sharing her journey from equating her worth with how hard and humble she could work to healing generational curses and believing she could make more, tune in as Yainis tells her story of going all in and hitting six figures.    And as a marketing strategist, she also leaves fellow entrepreneurs a few marketing gems to optimize resources, increase sales, and get that competitive edge. From identifying gaps in your marketing to understanding that every platform serves a specific messaging purpose, don't miss her incredible tips and how she changed the narrative.   KEY POINTS: - Yainis Burgos journey breaking through her own limiting barriers - Going all-in on her zone of genius and hitting six figures  - What are the different legs of marketing? - How Yainis identifies marketing gaps and finds their best solutions  - Know where your audience is, and meet them where they are - Why your business is too important to rely on one app   QUOTABLES: “My spiritual journey and my career journey really kind of married in this one streamline approach. And over the next three years, as I went to a therapist, as I went to church, as I went to hypnosis, and started working on those things, I also increased my salary by almost 200%.” “You have to meet your audience, wherever they are. And I think that's also where people make a mistake. And the frustration comes because you are so set on thinking that your audience is on Instagram and they're actually on YouTube.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Yainis Burgos and book a free 10 minute consultation via social media! IG | instagram.com/lifewithyai FB | facebook.com/yainisb   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In this Friday Feature episode, Jessica makes another guest appearance on the Your Next Move Podcast hosted by Kimberly Brown. It's part two of Kimberly's reverse interview with CEO and podcast host Jessica Hurley! Tune in as these two powerhouse entrepreneurs discuss burnout, acknowledging their limits, and the things they do to recharge. Believing in relentless consistency, listen in as Kimberly reveals more about what made her the woman she is today and how she balances her seasons of rest and hustle. KEY POINTS: - What made Kimberly Brown the person she is today? - Does Kimberly ever celebrate herself? - How does Kimberly maneuver burnout or personal derailment? - Where is the balance of compulsion and filling your own cup? - Hitting the recharge button and romancing yourself - Why it all boils down to courage and impact  QUOTABLES: “I used to always say, I couldn't create the life, or I couldn't give myself the schedule or the flexibility until I hit this much revenue, or this much this or this much that. But then I kind of sat back and I was like, isn't the point of being an entrepreneur doing what you want to do?” “You have to know your own limits, but when you're working toward whatever that thing is, yes, you've got to have a little bit of that relentlessness.” GUEST RESOURCES: Check out Jessica Hurley on social media! IG | instagram.com/jessicahurley_ Get your voice, your message, and your brand out there through the power of podcasting at instapodcasts.com Have career and leadership development questions? Email Kimberly at podcast@manifestyourself.com Learn more about Kimberly Brown and download a free career strategy template at kimberlybonline.com Read the book “Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love” at nextmovebestmovebook.com Follow Kimberly on social media: IG | @kimberlybonline - instagram.com/kimberlybonline FB | facebook.com/kimberlybonline Twitter | twitter.com/kimberlybonline LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/kimberlybonline Your Next Move is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

In this episode, Jessica welcomes friend, six-time certified permanent make-up artist, and House of Beauty founder and CEO, Gigi. Tune in as this powerful female boss shares her story from working as a medical assistant to doing lash extensions in her home to taking the beauty industry by storm and building a 7-figure business, all while being a single mother of three!    Don't miss this lesson in friendship, business structure, managing burnout, and standing the test of time with your girl Jess and Gigi.   KEY POINTS: - Gigi's journey to founding the House of Beauty  - Trial and error entrepreneurship  - The advantages and disadvantages of attaching your name to your brand  - How Gigi has stayed on top of the ever-evolving beauty industry  - Why in order to grow, you can't do all the work - Is it lonely at the top?   QUOTABLES: “I loved the idea that my clients would come in and tell me how I was always consistent. How I always took care of them. That made me thrive. So feeling and seeing how I made my clients feel and look just kept me going. So that kept me alive.” “If you want to be bigger, if you want to get over this hump, you have to pay the people to do the work that you know you can't do. I can't do this. I can't do marketing. I can't do creative. I just don't know how to do certain things. And while if I apply myself I'm sure I can do it, it won't be at its full potential.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Gigi and House of Beauty at: houseofbeautybar.com IG | instagram.com/houseofbeautytampa IG | instagram.com/iammissgigi   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

How is it that so many of us are successful in terms of the money, business, and career we are told to chase but are left feeling empty and unfulfilled? With the world obsessed with the perception of perfection and a highlight reel of success, where is the strategy or equation for peace, self-awareness, and growth?   Tired of having these conversations behind closed doors, Jess welcomes Emmelie Delacruz to discuss defining our own version of success rather than adhering to what society convinces us that we want. Listen in as the founder of One Day CMO and the Sanity and Success podcast tells you to stop working for the sake of an online image and ask yourself, what is it all for? What do you want? What makes you happy? And start living your dream life NOW!   KEY POINTS: - Why society's definition of success often leaves us empty - Breaking away from traditional business values and the hamster wheel - Does what you say you want and what you're actually doing align? - What are your values and what are you doing it all for? - Burnt out versus unfulfilled - how do you know the difference? - Happiness is a choice and existence, not an outcome  - Live your dream life now!   QUOTABLES: “We just keep feeding our egos because we think that's what's gonna make us happy. And then every time we cross another one of those things off of our to-do list, we still feel exactly the same. Because purpose and fulfillment doesn't come from what you cross off your to-do list, right? It comes from what actually feels good.” “I rather be a happy bitch than a miserable nice girl.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Listen to the Sanity and Success podcast on all major streaming platforms! Learn more about Emmelie Delacruz and her marketing strategy at: onedaycmo.com IG | instagram.com/emmeliedelacruz   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ FB | facebook.com/Thestrandedphase Visit The Stranded Phase website at thestrandedphase.com Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Many business owners would never reveal their strategies to success, especially when holding a corner of their market. But in this episode, the real estate “Land Queen” shares her journey to entrepreneurship, self-love, and why she chooses to elevate her students to grow and develop into better people and even teammates.    From preparing your mindset to elevating your circle to taking advantage of free content, tune in as Jess and Dherby discuss her path to “Land Queen” and why she makes sure to add value to everything and everyone she works with.   KEY POINTS: - How did Dherby become the “Land Queen”? - The mindset shift - learning to work smarter not harder - What inspired Dherby to share her “secret sauce” - From student to partner with Tony “The Closer” Robinson  - If you want to be of value, ask how you can be of value  - Why people can't support what they don't understand  - Returning to and flourishing in her feminine energy     QUOTABLES: “I'll give you the recipe. I'll give you the sauce. I'll give you everything that you need to know, all the ingredients, but you're not going to make it like me at all. Why? Because I was able to overcome hurdles that not a lot of people would overcome in my situation.”   GUEST RESOURCES: Learn more about Ms. Derby and follow her on social media! IG | instagram.com/ms_dherby   Listen to Jessica's Tedx Talk "The Ripple Effect of Mentoring" at: youtube.com/watch?v=nUXp-hYnXio&t=19s   PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley on social media and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__ - instagram.com/jessicahurley__ Gain access to more of Jessica's resources here: linktr.ee/jessicahurley__         The Stranded Phase is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)