The Unfiltered CEO

Welcome to The Unfiltered CEO, where we share real stories of the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Your host, Abby Bradetich of IlluminEssence Creations, is a business owner, brand & web designer, visibility strategist, and embodiment mentor always down for a dance party. In this podcast, we’ll dive into the authentic experiences of owning a business that you don’t always see online - the highs, the lows, and every spicy bit in-between. We’ll cover mindset, online presence, business, embodiment, social media, brand, and so much more as we turn our unfiltered stories into inspiring, actionable takeaways. In my corner of the internet, we say fuck the rules, aren’t afraid to make moves, and care more about things feeling good than comparing to what else you see online. No matter what stage of business you’re in, you’re welcome here! So grab a glass of wine or get out for your daily walk, and let’s get into it, girl!

Episodes

5 hours ago

47 min

If you've ever felt like you have to choose between strategy or intuition, hustle or ease, business growth or actually enjoying your life... this episode is for you.
This week I'm joined by Diana Sabreen, life and business coach and founder of The Big Dream. Together, we dive into what it really looks like to build a business that supports your life - instead of the other way around.
This conversation is such a beautiful reminder that there isn't one right way to build a business - or a life. You get to blend strategy with intuition, ambition with ease, and create success in a way that feels deeply aligned with who you are.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Diana's journey from creative entrepreneur and photographer to life + business coach
Why business coaching is always life coaching, too
The importance of combining strategy and energetic work to create sustainable growth
Why there are different seasons for different kinds of support in business
Diana's travels, nonprofit work, and how following what lit her up led her to coaching
Giving yourself permission to intentionally break the "rules" and create a business model that actually feels good for you
Making strategic decisions with the support of someone who can see your blind spots
My journey from professional dancer to freelancer to business owner and coach
Why "follow your passion and the money will follow" isn't the full story
Why every college major should include business education
What a regenerative business model is and how you can apply it to your own business
Creating more ease, space, and sustainability instead of constantly rushing to the next milestone
Learning how to "float" in your business instead of always feeling like you're swimming upstream
Slowing down enough to reconnect with what you actually want
How Diana evolved into hosting events and retreats - and even dating events!
My own journey into creating community through Denver events and retreats
Why building relationships and community matters just as much as building your business
Staying open to unexpected opportunities, relationships, and possibilities
Finding what works for you - and giving yourself permission to do more of that
Connect with Diana on Instagram, Facebook, and her website
Join The Big Dream Collective Facebook Group
Schedule a free 15min chat with Diana
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Magnetic By Nature Business Mastermind: For the woman who's done everything she's "supposed" to do but knows she's capable of more, this mastermind blends identity, embodiment, visibility, and business strategy to help you own what already makes you magnetic and build a sustainable 6-figure business because of it 🦋
Private Mentorship: For the female founder who's built something incredible and is ready to lead at an even higher level, this intimate 1:1 partnership combines deep strategic guidance with identity and embodiment work to help you close the gap between where you are and where you know you're capable of going 🔥
Brand, Copy, & Web Design: For the woman whose online presence no longer reflects the depth of her work or the vision she's building, we'll create a brand and website that communicates your value clearly, builds trust instantly, and finally feels like you💫
Design & Marketing Power Sprint: For the founder who knows exactly what she needs done but doesn't have the time or desire to DIY it, this focused intensive helps you bring high-impact design, copy, and marketing projects to life - fast ⚡
 
Payment plans + Affirm available for all offers.
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jul 21, 2026

35 min

We're baaaack with another episode of Real-Time Reflections 🔥
These monthly solo episodes are where I get to pull back the curtain on what's actually happening behind the scenes in my life and business - the wins, the mindset shifts, the lessons, the messy middle, and the growth that's unfolding in real time.
And this month? It feels like everything has been building to this moment.
We're officially just ONE WEEK away from the Embodied Expansion Retreat (!!), and this season has stretched me, challenged me, and expanded me in ways I never could have predicted. In this episode, I'm sharing what I've learned about leadership, nervous system regulation, investing in yourself before you feel ready, and what it really means to play to win instead of simply trying not to fail.
 
In this episode, I chat about:
Protecting my energy leading up to the retreat by saying no more, resting more, and intentionally stepping into leadership
Already planning two retreats for next year (👀 keep your eyes peeled for details in August!)
The beach vacation my husband and I are taking immediately after the retreat to process, integrate, and embody everything from the experience
The highs and lows of planning my first retreat
Navigating disappointment, gratitude, limiting beliefs, and refusing to make circumstances mean something they don't
How coaching supported me through the emotional side of launching this retreat
Everything I've learned that I'll carry into future retreats
One of the biggest mindset shifts I've had this month: playing to fucking WIN instead of trying not to fail
What that shift actually looks like in your business, content, and leadership
Questions you can ask yourself to identify where you're holding back instead of going all in
Expanding your capacity while also honoring the natural contractions that come with growth
Why awareness alone can completely change how you move through hard seasons
Wrapping up my coaching intensive and the biggest shifts that happened over the past month
Why investing in yourself before you feel "ready" often creates your biggest breakthroughs
How investing in yourself is one of the clearest ways to tell yourself, "I believe in me."
Reflecting on how much I've changed this year - from February until now
Why awareness is often the hardest (and most important) step in personal growth
Fully owning my leadership and the evolution of my coaching work
The two biggest shifts that have transformed both me and my business
Why true business growth requires both strategy and energetic work
The evolution of Magnetic By Nature and who it's designed for now
Why your online presence often no longer reflects who you've become
Who my Private Mentorship is really for
This month's Unfiltered Thought: You can't grow beyond what your nervous system has the capacity to safely hold.
What income fluctuations can reveal about your nervous system regulation
A simple practice you can use to begin expanding your own capacity
What I'm looking forward to next - and how we can work together throughout the second half of the year
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Magnetic By Nature Business Mastermind: For the woman who's done everything she's "supposed" to do but knows she's capable of more, this mastermind blends identity, embodiment, visibility, and business strategy to help you become the kind of leader your next level requires 🦋
Private Mentorship: For the female founder who's built something incredible and is ready to lead at an even higher level, this intimate 1:1 partnership combines deep strategic guidance with identity and embodiment work to help you close the gap between where you are and where you know you're capable of going 🔥
Brand, Copy, & Web Design: For the woman whose online presence no longer reflects the depth of her work or the vision she's building, we'll create a brand and website that communicates your value clearly, builds trust instantly, and finally feels like you💫
Design & Marketing Power Sprint: For the founder who knows exactly what she needs done but doesn't have the time or desire to DIY it, this focused intensive helps you bring high-impact design, copy, and marketing projects to life - fast ⚡
 
Payment plans + Affirm available for all offers.
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!
 

Jul 14, 2026

51 min

If you've ever felt like you have to keep pushing harder to grow your business... this episode is your permission slip to take a different approach ✨
This week I'm joined by Amy Kennedy, chiropractor and founder of Rooted Family Chiro. While we talk about chiropractic care and nervous system regulation, this conversation is really about building the capacity to hold more in your life and business - without constantly putting more pressure on yourself.
This episode is a beautiful reminder that your business can only grow to the extent that you're willing to care for the human behind it. The more you prioritize your own well-being, regulate your nervous system, and create space for yourself, the more capacity you'll have to lead, serve, and enjoy the life you're building.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Why being real online matters and how sharing your experiences helps others feel less alone
The reality that even your biggest wins can bring up new limiting beliefs and mindset challenges
Amy's journey from chiropractic school to opening her own practice
Starting a business while pregnant with her second child and balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood
Why it's so important to celebrate what you've built instead of constantly chasing the next goal
How the universe keeps bringing you the same lesson until you're ready to learn it
Building your capacity as your business grows - and recognizing when something needs to change
The challenges of hiring in both business and life, especially when control and guilt show up
Why taking care of yourself isn't selfish - you are one of the greatest investments in your business
Buying back your time and recognizing that just because you can do something doesn't mean you should
Why your social media should always include you, whether you're managing it yourself or outsourcing support
How having outside support helps you see yourself and your message more clearly
Learning to trust the people you hire - even if they do things differently than you would
Why chiropractic care is so much more than "fixing back pain"
How nervous system regulation increases your capacity to handle stress and show up fully in your life
Why so many of us get stuck in our heads instead of listening to what our bodies are telling us
The connection between embodiment, emotions, stress, and overall well-being
Creating realistic daily non-negotiables instead of trying to maintain a perfect 10-step morning routine
Why social media often gives us unrealistic expectations around mindset and self-care
Accepting that you don't have to be the best at every area of your life (sometimes C+ is more than enough!)
Recognizing how much of the pressure we feel is actually self-created - and how to let it go
Rejecting hustle culture and creating more ease in both life and business
Why there is no perfect work-life balance - it's about learning to breathe through the chaos
Giving yourself permission to build your business and your life on your own terms
Taking your goals one step at a time, trusting yourself through the unknown, and remembering that you'll probably never feel completely "ready"
Connect with Amy on Instagram and her website
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️🥂
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Keystone, CO. Sign-ups close 7/16.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Magnetic By Nature Business Mastermind: For the woman who's done everything she's "supposed" to do but knows she's capable of more, this mastermind blends identity, embodiment, visibility, and business strategy to help you become the kind of leader your next level requires 🦋
Private Mentorship: For the female founder who's built something incredible and is ready to lead at an even higher level, this intimate 1:1 partnership combines deep strategic guidance with identity and embodiment work to help you close the gap between where you are and where you know you're capable of going 🔥
Brand, Copy, & Web Design: For the woman whose online presence no longer reflects the depth of her work or the vision she's building, we'll create a brand and website that communicates your value clearly, builds trust instantly, and finally feels like you💫
Design & Marketing Power Sprint: For the founder who knows exactly what she needs done but doesn't have the time or desire to DIY it, this focused intensive helps you bring high-impact design, copy, and marketing projects to life - fast ⚡
 
Payment plans + Affirm available for all offers.
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jul 7, 2026

46 min

If you've ever felt like you're filtering yourself, hiding parts of your story, or wondering what it would look like to fully fucking show up as you... this episode is for you 🔥
This week I'm joined by Anne Gillaspie - keynote speaker, podcast host, brand therapist, and founder of Fix & Form. Anne helps high-functioning adults stop hiding inside the lives they've worked so hard to build and instead step into a life and business that actually reflects who they are.
This episode is a beautiful reminder that the more honest you become, the more freedom, alignment, and connection you'll create. Your truth isn't something to hide from. It's often the very thing your people have been waiting to hear.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Our shared love of swear words and why they help us show up more authentically
Letting go of filtering yourself and how that helps you find the people who truly resonate with you
Anne's entrepreneurial journey, becoming a speaker, and the pivots she's made throughout her career
Leaving religion and redefining her relationship with faith
Anne's journey from surviving suicidal thoughts to feeling fully alive - and how that shaped the work she does today
Why who you are right now is already enough
The importance of speaking from lived experience, especially when you're supporting others
Sharing your fears instead of hiding them - and telling the truth anyway
The difference between authentic vulnerability and performative "realness" online
Peeling back old conditioning, trauma, and limiting beliefs to reconnect with your authentic self
What "brand therapy" is and how Anne helps clients align who they are with how they show up
Giving yourself permission to own your power and close the gap between your identity and your online presence
Why having someone who can truly see you is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself
Keeping the human in business and why emotional intelligence matters so much as a leader
Why healing isn't about arriving at a finish line - it's about learning to navigate life with more awareness and compassion
Family estrangement, forgiveness, and giving yourself permission to choose what's healthiest for you
Growing up with narcissistic parents and navigating difficult family dynamics
Starting with silence, reflection, and honest questions before jumping into action
Using AI as a tool to process and organize your thoughts without replacing your voice
The importance of movement, embodiment, and reconnecting with yourself beyond your mind
Connect with Anne on Instagram, LinkedIn, and website
Learn more about Fix and Form
Check out The OnlyFounders Podcast
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️🥂
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Keystone, CO. Sign-ups close 7/16.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Magnetic By Nature Business Mastermind: For the woman who's done everything she's "supposed" to do but knows she's capable of more, this mastermind blends identity, embodiment, visibility, and business strategy to help you become the kind of leader your next level requires 🦋
Private Mentorship: For the female founder who's built something incredible and is ready to lead at an even higher level, this intimate 1:1 partnership combines deep strategic guidance with identity and embodiment work to help you close the gap between where you are and where you know you're capable of going 🔥
Brand, Copy, & Web Design: For the woman whose online presence no longer reflects the depth of her work or the vision she's building, we'll create a brand and website that communicates your value clearly, builds trust instantly, and finally feels like you💫
Design & Marketing Power Sprint: For the founder who knows exactly what she needs done but doesn't have the time or desire to DIY it, this focused intensive helps you bring high-impact design, copy, and marketing projects to life - fast ⚡
 
Payment plans + Affirm available for all offers.
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!
 

Jun 30, 2026

51 min

If you've ever felt like you're outgrowing an old version of yourself, struggling to trust your intuition, or wondering why showing up authentically online still feels so hard... this episode is for you 🫶🏻
This week I'm joined by Hannah Snider, therapist, clinical social worker, author, podcast host, entrepreneur, and one of the incredible facilitators joining me at the Embodied Expansion Retreat this summer. Together, we explore the connection between therapy, identity, business, and what it really takes to become the fullest version of yourself.
This conversation is a beautiful reminder that the deeper you know, trust, and embody yourself, the more naturally your business, relationships, and life begin to align. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do isn't learn another strategy - it's create the space to reconnect with yourself.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Hannah's journey from law school to becoming a therapist after experiencing loss through suicide
Growing from a school therapist to opening a private practice and eventually leading a group practice
Hannah's specialties in suicide, couples therapy, perinatal mental health, anxiety, and PTSD and why having variety in your work can help you better serve your clients
The vision behind Hannah's new brand, Hatrack With Hannah, and the conversations she's creating through it
Why women and business owners need more honest, behind-the-scenes conversations about what growth actually looks like
How our podcasts were both born from the desire to normalize the messy middle of entrepreneurship and life
Wearing multiple hats as women, business owners, partners, and parents - and why not everything can be your priority all at once
Why we were never really taught how to have difficult conversations - and how that impacts our relationships today
Hannah joining the Embodied Expansion Retreat as a facilitator and why therapy support can be so valuable during deep personal growth work
The difference between journaling alone and having someone hold space while you process what's coming up
Why your next level requires letting go of old identities and fully embodying who you are now
How embodiment directly impacts the way you express yourself and show up online
Knowing whether you're the right fit for clients - and whether they're the right fit for you
Why the more fully you express who you truly are, the more aligned your clients become
Rethinking what it really means to "have a niche"
Letting go of responsibility for whether your clients choose to do the work
Finding your authentic voice and recognizing where you've learned to filter yourself
Hannah's experience raising her daughter to express herself freely, and my own journey of healing the belief that I was "too much"
Worthiness, overexplaining, and trying to prove your value
My receiving wound and how childhood experiences have influenced my business
The difference between being accessible and charging enough to sustainably support yourself
Why taking care of yourself (and charging more) allows you to better take care of your clients
Giving yourself permission to rest, have fun, and honor your boundaries
Remembering that very little is actually urgent
Listening to your intuition instead of outsourcing every decision
Creating enough space in your life to actually hear what your inner voice is trying to tell you
Connect with Hannah:
Hatrack with Hannah Instagram and website
Lola and Me Therapy Instagram and website
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️🥂
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Keystone, CO. Pricing increases 7/3.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: 6 start dates left in 2026. Pricing increases 7/6. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jun 23, 2026

42 min

We're baaaack with another episode of Real-Time Reflections 🔥
These monthly solo episodes have become one of my favorite things because they give me a chance to pull back the curtain and share what's actually happening behind the scenes in my life and business - the wins, the lessons, the mindset shifts, the messy middle, and everything I'm learning in real time.
And this month, there have been some BIG realizations around receiving, underpricing, trusting myself, and owning the value of the work I do. Plus a few tips I think every business owner needs as we head into summer.
This episode is equal parts business, mindset, self-trust, and personal growth - and a reminder that sometimes the biggest shifts happen when you stop holding yourself back and start owning what you already know is true 🔥
 
In this episode, I chat about:
Why I've been loving these Real-Time Reflections episodes so much
Why NOW is the best time to grab your spot at the Embodied Expansion Retreat
A lesson in SAYING THE DAMN THING and what I learned from a vulnerable post I shared recently
How sharing your truth helps other women feel less alone and more empowered to do the same
Why going first matters
Reflections on reinvesting in private coaching and how I unexpectedly found my new coach
The importance of doing both the woo and the work
Why I chose this particular coaching container and why the timing felt so aligned
The ways I was underpricing my coaching offers (and the stories behind it)
How we downplay our expertise, experience, and impact without even realizing it
Why it's always easier to see other people's brilliance than your own
The reason I'll continue investing in coaching and mentorship throughout my business journey
Questions to ask yourself if you're underpricing, underselling, or minimizing the transformation you provide
The receiving wound I've been working through and how it has shown up in my business
The connection between childhood experiences, people-pleasing, human design, and receiving support
What it felt like to have space held for me to be vulnerable instead of pushing everything down
A powerful guided inner child practice and the shifts that came from it
The changes coming to my design packages and pricing in July
Why I realized I was underpricing and downplaying that work too
A new mindset segment I'm adding to these solo episodes
This month's mindset shift: rest and fun are productive too
Why taking a break is often the most productive thing you can do
How your online presence can support you while you're offline enjoying your life
The new Unfiltered Thoughts segment I'm introducing to the podcast
Trusting intuition, following nudges, and taking action before you feel ready
Examples from my own life of investing, pivoting, letting go, and trusting what's calling me forward
Why you'll probably never feel completely ready for the things that matter most
A final reminder to keep choosing the path that lights your soul on fire ✨
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️🥂
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Breckenridge, CO. Pricing increases 7/2.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: 6 start dates left in 2026. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
Join Magnetic By Nature: Mastermind or Private Support for female founders ready to break the rules, own their real-ass self, and create an online presence that actually reflects that (and gets results) 🦋
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jun 16, 2026

49 min

If your entire marketing strategy currently lives on social media... this episode is for you 👀
This week I'm joined by Julie Ostmeyer - a Pinterest and Email Marketing Strategist who helps business owners create sustainable marketing systems that generate leads, sales, and passive income without needing to be online 24/7.
This conversation is packed with practical tips for building marketing assets you actually own - from email lists, websites, and Pinterest to collaborations and passive income opportunities - so your business can keep working even when you're not.
This episode is a great reminder that while social media can absolutely be part of your strategy, it shouldn't be the entire strategy. Building assets you own creates more stability, more freedom, and more opportunities for your business to grow long-term.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
How Julie got started with email marketing and creating email bundles
What email bundles are and how they can help grow your audience and email list
Why collaboration beats competition when it comes to growing your business
The difference between renting your audience on social media versus owning your audience through your email list and website
Why you don't want social media to be your only marketing strategy
How Pinterest works as a long-term marketing tool and traffic source
Creating more freedom in your business so it can work in the background while you're offline
What to think about when building email workflows for freebies, products, and services
How to nurture, provide value, and convert subscribers through email
Tips for writing subject lines that actually get opened
Why testing and experimenting is one of the best things you can do in your email marketing (and business)
Where to start if you don't have an email list at all
Finding bundle opportunities and growing your audience through partnerships
How to show up on Pinterest even if you're not in a visual industry
Easy ways to repurpose and cross-post content to Pinterest
Our experiences using Pinterest in our own businesses
Quality over quantity when it comes to content and social media
The myth of the "magic pill" that will suddenly grow your business
Why diversifying your marketing matters so much
How Julie's client acquisition strategy has evolved throughout her business journey
The importance of creating multiple pathways for people to find and connect with you
Why coaching can accelerate your growth and help you see yourself more clearly
Connect with Julie on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest
Grab her free guide on How to Get Your First 100 Email Subscribers
Get her free guide on Pinterest for Peaceful Growth
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️✨
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Breckenridge, CO. Only 4 spots left.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: 6 start dates left for the year. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
Join Magnetic By Nature: my Visibility Expansion Space for female founders ready to break the rules, own their real-ass self, and create an online presence that actually reflects that (and gets results) - with 3 levels of support to choose from 🦋
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jun 9, 2026

55 min

If you've ever felt pressure to grow bigger, do more, scale faster, or follow someone else's definition of success, this episode is for you 🔥
I'm joined by Ali Montoya, brand and web designer, founder of Amari Creative, and co-founder of The Studio Co. Together, we dive into what it really looks like to build a business intentionally - one that supports your life, honors your strengths, and gives you permission to do things differently.
This episode is a refreshing reminder that there isn't one "right way" to build a business. You get to define success, create your own rules, and build something that supports the life you actually want to live.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Ali's journey into design, running a design studio for over 10 years, and more recently stepping into the coaching space
Why strong website copy matters just as much as great design (and why one can't make up for the other)
Navigating the ups, downs, pivots, and evolutions that naturally happen throughout business
The differences between being a solo business owner, growing a team, and taking on a business partner or co-founder
The importance of collaboration, community, and having other women to process ideas with
Building your business with integrity while intentionally breaking the rules
Why understanding the "rules" first helps you decide which ones are worth breaking
How human design helped me better understand myself and create a business that works for me
Ali's experience building her business outside of traditional corporate expectations
Living your life by design instead of by default
Choosing work you genuinely love and defining success on your own terms
Why burnout or something going wrong doesn't necessarily mean you need to burn everything to the ground
Giving yourself permission to change your mind
Creating more ease and space instead of building a business that consumes your life
What scaling actually means - and why it doesn't have to mean more employees, more hours, or more stress
Increasing profit, creating efficiency, and buying back your time
The concept of white space in design and how it applies beautifully to life and business
Why consuming less can often help you create more
Learning to sit with space and resist the urge to constantly fill every moment
The reality that you don't always have to be productive
Connect with Ali on Instagram
Learn more about her design studio: on Instagram and her website
Learn more about her coaching: on Instagram and her website
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️✨
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Breckenridge, CO. Only 4 spots left.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: only 2 Q3 start dates left. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
Join Magnetic By Nature: my Visibility Expansion Space for female founders ready to break the rules, own their real-ass self, and create an online presence that actually reflects that (and gets results) - with 3 levels of support to choose from 🦋
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Jun 2, 2026

54 min

If you've ever wondered whether you should hire, outsource, build a team, stay solo, or completely change your mind about what you want your business to look like... this episode is for you.
This week I'm joined by Amy Giggey-Burns, founder and CEO of Talent to Team, a fractional HR firm that helps startups and small businesses with people strategy, recruiting, and HR operations support.
What I love about this convo is that while we talk a lot about hiring, leadership, and growing a business, it's really a conversation about trust - trusting other people, trusting yourself, and giving yourself permission to build a business that actually fits the life you want.
 
In this episode, we talk about:
Amy's journey from nonprofits to HR professional to founder of a team of 25
What fractional HR is and how it works
Why businesses choose to outsource HR support instead of hiring internally
The different ways Amy and her team support their clients
Hiring vs. outsourcing and how to determine what's best for your business
Managing a team, firing employees, and navigating the realities of leadership
My experience hiring a team in the past and why my vision for my business has shifted over time
How hiring often means doing less client work and more leadership work
Why you get to change your mind in business (and honestly just fuck around and find out)
The personal growth that comes from building a business
How our parents and experiences influenced our entrepreneurial journeys; the need for more education around it in school
Showing up as a real human online and in your business
Business acquisitions - what founders should know and the emotional side of selling your company
My husband's experience working for a company that was acquired
The importance of HR when preparing to sell a business
Planning for retirement and why legal, financial, and HR support matter sooner than you think
How pricing models evolve as businesses grow and technology changes - what that's looked like for us and how we're planning for the future
Why HR gets such a bad reputation (and why not all HR experiences are created equal)
Understanding your role as a leader and the impact you have on other people
How to know when it's time to bring in HR support
Why information and data are your friends - even if you tend to avoid them
Learning not to take numbers, metrics, and business decisions personally
Connect with Amy on her website
Schedule a free 30 minute call with Amy
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️✨
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Breckenridge, CO. Only 4 spots left.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: only 2 Q3 start dates left. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
Join Magnetic By Nature: my Visibility Expansion Space for female founders ready to break the rules, own their real-ass self, and create an online presence that actually reflects that (and gets results) - with 3 levels of support to choose from 🦋
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

May 26, 2026

25 min

It's time for another juicyyy episode of Real-Time Reflections 🔥
These honest, in-the-moment solo eps have quickly become one of my favorite things because I’m such a verbal processor 😅 and this space lets me be REAL with you about what’s actually happening behind the scenes in my life and business - the wins, the mindset wobbles, the lessons, and the messy middle while I’m living it.
And this month? Whew. There’s been a LOT to celebrate… and some really interesting mindset edges that came with it.
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it’s looked like to navigate growth, money mindset, upper limits, big personal shifts, and intentionally creating more space without losing momentum.
 
I chat about:
What I’ve been loving so much about these Real-Time Reflections episodes and why this format feels so aligned for me
Booking over half of my retreat spots (!!) and the incredible response I’ve gotten so far
What I’m celebrating and loving about the retreat launch & creation process
Hitting my first $10k month in over a year and the mindset/energetic edge that came with it
What it feels like to hit an upper limit - and how this experience compares to a similar one after a $15k month in 2024
The two biggest limiting beliefs/stories that came up for me around money and success
Understanding where those beliefs actually come from (hello childhood + past experiences 👀)
Why limiting beliefs don’t magically disappear - you just get better at recognizing and moving through them
The tools I use when mindset shit comes up: journaling, coaching, verbal processing, and questions to ask yourself
Why awareness is always the first step in changing anything
The mindset shifts that have made the biggest difference in my journey (and why I’ve started sharing them weekly on Instagram)
The belief that you’ve always got your own back - and the self-trust that creates
Choosing not to let fear of “what if something bad happens?” run the show
Other fun business wins and what I’m most excited about with the retreat this summer
On the personal side… my mom officially moved to Colorado this month 🥹
What it’s been like helping her get settled and how surprisingly normal it feels having family nearby again after 10+ years
How BUSY May has felt - and why I intentionally created way more space for myself in June
My decision to stop doing the fucking most just because momentum is happening
What maintaining momentum without constant busyness actually looks like for me this next month
 
Join the Embodied Expansion Retreat: Where you don’t have to choose between yourself and your business ⛰️✨
A 4-day immersive, all-inclusive retreat designed to support both - through strategy, identity work, visibility coaching, embodiment, and real connection with other female founders so you can reset, expand, and actually enjoy how you show up in your business.
July 30 - August 2. Breckenridge, CO. Only 4 spots left.
 
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Inquire about Brand & Web Design: only 2 Q3 start dates left. Payment plans available up to 6 months through me and with Affirm (for even more extended options) 💫
Grab a Design & Marketing Power Sprint to knock out your "I've been wanting to do this" business growth tasks that have been on your list for foreverrr in just 3 days ⚡
Join Magnetic By Nature: my Visibility Expansion Space for female founders ready to break the rules, own their real-ass self, and create an online presence that actually reflects that (and gets results) - with 3 levels of support to choose from 🦋
 
→ Check out my website for more ways to work together and connect!
 
FREE RESOURCES
You know I’m here for YOU and your success. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Website Hero Copy Prompts - Your no-BS guide to writing a website header that hooks in less than 7 seconds — complete with fill-in-the-blank prompts, click-worthy CTA ideas, and a quick vibe check so your home page feels like you (not some cookie-cutter template).
The Bold Expression Toolkit - Your no-fluff, full-body yes to showing up online like the powerhouse you are. Think: scroll-stopping Canva templates, juicy content prompts, mindset + embodiment practices, and personalized feedback from a pro — all wrapped in a Notion dashboard designed to help you stop holding back and start saying what you really want to say.
Sign up for my Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with me, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
 
Support my show! I would love you foreverrr if you subscribe, rate, and review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to show your support of the show. Share to your stories and tag me so I can see you tuning in! 🫶🏻
 
→ Connect with me on Insta:
@abbybradetich for alllll the juicy things
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

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