The Unfiltered CEO

Growth, Intuition, & the Reality of Creative Entrepreneurship with Ariel Perry

If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to build a creative business that lasts — through growth, pivots, family life, and a whole lot of learning — this episode is for you.
This week, I’m joined by Ariel Perry, a Charlotte-based photographer specializing in senior portraits and branding, the owner of Legacy Studios in Durham, NC, and my wedding photographer. This conversation is honest, reflective, and full of behind-the-scenes insights into entrepreneurship, intuition, and choosing a life you actually love.
In this episode, we chat about:
What it was really like working together during my wedding — the good, the stressful, and why having the right photographer matters so much
The importance of staying calm, grounded, and supportive when things don’t go as planned
Ariel’s journey into photography and becoming a business owner and mentor to other photographers
Her transition from primarily shooting weddings to focusing more on senior portraits and branding
Why continuous learning — on your own and from others — is essential for growth
What I’ve loved about content coaching and empowering other women, and how I got here
Working with second photographers, mentorship, and watching others grow in their craft
Founding a photography and event studio in Durham and the intention behind creating that space
Lessons learned from owning a physical location and embracing it as an event space
Trusting your intuition and listening to nudges from the universe — even when you feel hesitant
Balancing owning multiple businesses while being a mom to two kids
Growing up around entrepreneurs and how that shaped Ariel’s mindset
Why being a business owner is both a gift and a challenge — and how you really do get to choose your life
The one trait we believe every entrepreneur needs
Learning how to rest, set boundaries, and not do the most all the time
The importance of a supportive partner and village — in business and parenting
Applying lessons from one business to another and what it feels like to rebuild community in a new place
How reading and self-education have supported Ariel’s growth as an entrepreneur
Connect with Ariel on: Instagram and her website
Check out Legacy Studios (Ariel's photo and event studio in Durham, NC): Instagram and website
 
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FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
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Resonance, Authenticity, & Feminine Leadership in Business with Leela Black

If you’ve ever felt like your business is asking you to become more you (not less) this expansive episode is going to land deeply.
I’m joined by Leela Black - founder of Feminine Business Resonance - for a powerful conversation about authenticity, feminine leadership, and what it really looks like to trust yourself more deeply, soften where you’ve been forcing, and allow your business to become a space where you get to be fully seen, exactly as you are.
In this episode, we explore:
Leela’s 17+ year journey in business and how her work has evolved over time
Why business is about so much more than the work you do — and how mindset, trust, and identity are part of the process
Building a business as a permission slip to be your most authentic self
The biggest inhibitor to authenticity — and how our clients often mirror where we are in our own journey
Leaning into the feminine side of business and how Leela guides her clients using I-Ching
My Resonant Truth Archetype and what it revealed about my life, business, growth, and leadership
How community-building comes naturally to us — and the limiting beliefs that can still come up around it
Our shared experiences of rebirth moments and why openly sharing your story is such a magnetic force
Going against the grain, creating your own path, and trusting your intuition — even when it means standing alone
My journey into empowerment and owning my voice online (and how I support clients through the same process)
The importance of continuity — getting to be the same person everywhere in life and business
Unlearning conditioning around not being “enough,” inherited shame, and how to work through it
An income milestone Leela reached and how it deepened her sense of purpose and devotion to her work
The natural falling away of people who no longer match your energy as you uplevel
The four stages of resonance that Leela teaches and how transformation actually happens
Honoring feminine bodies, cycles, and energy — and why the business world is shifting away from purely masculine models
The power of releasing judgment and forgiveness
Connect with Leela on Instagram
 
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FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
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Check out my website for more ways to work and connect!
 
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Hiring with Intention, Building Culture, & Leading Like a Human with Amy Christopherson

If you’re a business owner who’s thinking about hiring, growing a team, or simply wanting your business to feel more human again — this episode is for you.
This week, I’m joined by Amy Christopherson, an HR expert for small businesses who’s passionate about helping founders build teams, cultures, and systems that actually support real humans — not just productivity or profit.
In this conversation, we zoom out from rigid rules and focus on what it really looks like to grow your business with intention, clarity, and care — especially as a leader.
In this episode, we chat about:
Amy’s journey into business ownership and why she’s so passionate about bringing humanity back into the workplace
What hiring and growing a team really involves as a small business owner
Learning how to trust, onboard, and support people in a way that feels aligned
My personal experiences with hiring in my own business
Why culture matters just as much as skills when building a team
Hiring in a way that supports you doing more of what you love
Understanding the management role you step into when you hire (it’s more than just “getting time back”)
The importance of dedicating time to work on your business, not just client work
Avoiding shiny object syndrome and being intentional with your growth decisions
Getting support in business — from coaches, peers, and trusted people — and why it matters
How Amy uses Human Design in her business, life, and parenting (and the permission it creates)
Ways Human Design and other tools can support you when hiring or leading a team
Recognizing your influence as a leader — especially when hiring younger team members
Navigating cultural and generational differences when you start building a team
Approaching boundaries and tough conversations with clarity and kindness
Setting the standard for what you accept — from clients, employees, and the universe
Giving yourself grace as a business owner, leader, and human
Why staying true to what matters to you is the foundation of sustainable growth
Connect with Amy on: Instagram and her website
Learn more about her program The HR Link
 
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! 🔥 Only 2 spots open in February, then closed again until Q2
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
Sign up for our 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.
Check out my website for more ways to work and connect!
 
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! 🫶🏻
 
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@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Real-Time Reflections: Money Mindset, Big Goals, & Becoming More Me

Welcome to the first of a new kind of solo episode on the podcast, called Real-Time Reflections! Unfiltered, behind-the-scenes, and deeply honest (cause you know we keep it real around here) 🔥
In these monthly episodes, I’m giving you a true look at what’s happening inside my business and mindset, leading from my 3/5 Human Design the way I naturally do: by sharing what I’m learning, what’s working, what’s not, and the mistakes I’m actively navigating so you can learn alongside me and feel less alone too.
These episodes are recorded just days before they go live so you get the real ass leadership, reflections, and permission to build your business your way (just like I'm doing!) 🫶🏼
In this episode, I dive into:
Why I’m leaning harder into teaching and leading as a 3/5 — and what that means for these solo episodes
My big income goals for the year and the money mindset work I’m doing to support them
Sharing the scary thing out loud, claiming it, and stepping into my power
The reality of where I’m starting from — and the limiting beliefs that have already come up
Why I’ll be sharing quarterly updates on my big money goal and taking you along for the ride
The intentional choice I made in January to regulate my energy, mindset, and embodiment around money
The question I ask myself when I wobble so I can take action from an empowered place
My very real mid-month mini freak-outs — and what I do when things don’t move as fast as I want them to
Tips for navigating money mindset and embodiment work for yourself (and how MBN supports this)
My husband and I going through The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron together — why we’re doing it again and what’s coming up this time
An exercise you can try around self-worth and noticing who has (and hasn’t) supported it in your life
Feeling underestimated and why I’m so passionate about helping women feel good enough
The power of allowing yourself to be all of you (even when it doesn’t look traditional)
You get to make and break your own rules — and why changing your mind is a strength, not a failure
A behind-the-scenes look at my refreshed website — what I thought I’d do vs. what it became
Taking myself through the same transformation process I guide my clients through
My favorite new part of the site and the assessments I made to ensure it finally matches who I am now
How we can work together to bring your website and online presence up to date
 
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Check out my refreshed website! 🥰😍🥂
Open To Overflow money mindset audio program I recommend
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
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
@illuminessencecreations for brand & web
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

(Twin) Sisterhood, Identity, & Trusting Yourself in Life and Parenting with Dr. Amara Rosenbaum

This episode is a very special one for me — because I’m joined by my twin sister, Amara Rosenbaum. She has her Ph.D. in Child Development from Oregon State University, is the founder of Parent Empowerance, and is on a mission to translate research into real-life parenting tools that actually feel doable, empowering, and aligned — not overwhelming or shamey.
This conversation is a beautiful mix of sisterhood, identity, parenting, business, nervous system work, and trusting yourself — and don't worry, my precious little two-year-old niece Natalie makes a surprise appearance too! 🥹
We dive into:
What it was like growing up as twin sisters
How being a twin impacts identity development — and what it took for each of us to become our own person
The resistance to being the one who has to make allllll the decisions — especially as a business owner
Being called “intimidating,” confidence vs. self-esteem, and trusting yourself in different ways
Showing up authentically online as a non-negotiable — and how that evolves over time
Why Amara feels like she gets to start her business from a real place — and how long it took me to get there
How content coaching has supported Amara as she begins showing up online
Our shared passion for empowering people to go after what they truly want
Amara’s journey finishing her Ph.D. while parenting two young kids and starting a new business
How Amara helps parents trust themselves as the expert on their kids — backed by research and real strategy
Why research needs to be applied to real life (and how Amara does this for parents)
Letting yourself be playful, free, and embodied — like kids naturally are
Resetting yourself and your kids through body-based regulation — using dancing, shaking, and movement (for kids and adults)
Why relatable, REAL content matters — parenting and business aren’t highlight reels
Finding community and knowing you’re not alone (especially in isolating seasons like new motherhood)
Why kids get the “wiggles” or stall at bedtime — and simple, research-backed ways to support them
Not letting your emotions get wrapped up in other people’s reactions or what's happening around you
Amara’s unintentional resolution this year: letting go, giving herself grace, and being more present
Gratitude journaling — how it actually changes your brain (backed by science & research)
Our thoughts on New Year pressure, resolutions, and word-of-the-year culture
Focusing on what’s given to you instead of what’s taken from you as a parent
Postpartum identity shifts, hormones, and why this transition is so rarely talked about honestly
Natalie starting preschool and navigating big transitions with support and perspective
Finding balance and prioritizing what actually matters most to you
Connect with Amara on: Instagram and her Podcast
 
Get content help for 2026 in Magnetic By Nature: my content support ecosystem with 3 tiers to meet you where you're at 🦋
Inquire about brand & web design: booking February-April start dates ✨
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! 🔥
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
Check out our website for more ways to work and connect with us!
 
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
@illuminessencecreations for brand & web
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Intuition, Confidence, & Building a Business That Feels Like You with Kirsty Shorten

If you’ve been feeling the pull to trust yourself more, stop hiding parts of who you are, and build a business that actually reflects your soul and supports your life, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Kirsty Shorten, a Soul Purpose Business Coach who serves as the bridge between intuition and income for soul-led entrepreneurs ready to go from dabbling to devoted.
This conversation is deep, honest, and incredibly grounding — blending intuition, embodiment, mindset, and the real-life roller coaster of business ownership.
We dive into:
Kirsty’s journey from a product-based business into coaching in the holistic/spiritual space
My own path into embodiment and mindset work — and how it’s shaped my business
Feeling safe being yourself online and in your business (and not hiding parts of who you are)
Navigating judgment — especially from people you know — and separating real vs. perceived judgment
How Kirsty helps her clients work through limiting beliefs
Getting comfortable showing your face and real self on social media (starting small and building confidence over time)
Why confidence is built by doing, not waiting until you feel ready
What this podcast has given me — connection, confidence, and owning my voice
Both of our experiences with divorce and how it allowed us to step into our fullest selves
Learning and growing through periods of being truly alone
Moving past self-doubt and comparison, especially online
Using “expanders” instead of comparison — and how that evolves as you grow in business
A powerful question to ask yourself when jealousy or comparison shows up
Defining success on your own terms and deciding what you’re willing (or not willing) to sacrifice
Getting past procrastination by breaking things into smaller, manageable steps
Celebrating small wins to build momentum and keep yourself inspired
Navigating the emotional roller coaster of business ownership — especially as a woman
Dealing with your inner critic during low-energy or luteal-phase moments
Protecting your energy and peace as a business owner
Following your intuition even when it doesn’t make logical sense — and trusting things to unfold in their own time
Connect with Kirsty on: Instagram and her website
Get a copy of her free Predictable Profit Pathway
 
Get content help for 2026 in Magnetic By Nature: my content support ecosystem with 3 tiers to meet you where you're at 🦋
Inquire about brand & web design: booking February-April start dates ✨
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! 🔥
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
Check out our website for more ways to work and connect with us!
 
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
@illuminessencecreations for brand & web
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Doing Business Your Way, Choosing Ease, & Letting It Be Fucking Fun with Chrissy Mellinger

If your business has been feeling like it’s running you instead of the other way around — this episode is the permission slip you need as we enter 2026. I’m joined by Chrissy Mellinger, a business consultant for women service providers who helps her clients run their businesses with more efficiency, more ease, and way more joy.
This conversation is allllll about remembering that you’re the adult in your business — you get to make the decisions, you get to change your mind, and you get to build a business that actually supports the life you want. AND have fun with it too!
We dive into:
How to make your business work for you instead of feeling like a toddler you’re chasing after
Setting up systems that support you in an aligned, sustainable way
Giving yourself permission to do business your way — and to change your mind when needed
My experience choosing ease and doing less after a packed season of weddings, travel, and being OOO
Asking yourself “what do I want?” on a regular basis — and honoring the answer
Choosing not to do things you hate (yes, really)
Letting go of end-of-year and New Year pressure and reframing how you plan
Living and planning in seasonal and hormonal rhythms instead of forcing energy
Why you’re allowed to be happy — and why your business gets to be fun
Building new habits slowly instead of trying to change everything at once
Planning content realistically and intentionally (and what to try instead of “post more”)
Remembering that marketing and selling are just humans connecting with humans
Why everything comes back to know, like, and trust — and how simple it can be
Doing things just because they’re fun and the importance of hobbies outside your business
Taking your power back as the decision-maker in your business
How we each approach the new year in a life-first, big-picture way
Using March as your “new year” and easing into growth instead of forcing January 1st
Being unapologetic in who you are and letting go of people-pleasing
Why being a business owner is the biggest personal development journey you’ll ever go on
Connect with Chrissy on: Instagram, LinkedIn, and her website
Get a free mini-consulting session with Chrissy to dig into one issue or pain point in your business
 
Get content help for 2026 in Magnetic By Nature: my content support ecosystem with 3 tiers to meet you where you're at 🦋
Inquire about brand & web design: booking February-April start dates ✨
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! 🔥
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
Check out our website for more ways to work and connect with us!
 
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
@illuminessencecreations for brand & web
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

The Best Business Lessons of 2025 (From 30+ Powerful Women)

This episode feels like the deep exhale we all need to close out 2025 ✨
As the final episode of the year, I’m sharing the biggest lessons, reminders, and top tips from every guest who joined me on the podcast this year — all answering one powerful question:
“If you had one tip for growing your business in a way that feels good to YOU… what would it be?”
Having these incredible women on the show has been such a source of motivation and grounding during a tough, transformative year — and now you get all of that wisdom in one place. No pressure. No “do everything differently” energy. No "new year, new me" bullshit.
Just inspiration, clarity, and permission to build a business that feels even better in 2026 🫶🏼
Here’s what you’ll hear, all in one episode:
Setting boundaries, selling unapologetically, and not caring what people think
Building community and choosing collaboration over competition
Starting messy, learning as you go, and actually taking action
Taking time for yourself so you can show up fully again
Trusting that things don’t need to happen fast to be working
The importance of real-life connection and not doing business alone
Protecting your mental peace and making life-first decisions
Being open to possibility and letting your success guide your next level
Being yourself to attract aligned clients — and building systems before life throws a plot twist
Delegating clearly, outsourcing support, and releasing scarcity thinking
Letting go of perfection, pressure, and unrealistic expectations
Stepping into the identity of who you want to be — without permission
Speaking like yourself in your messaging and sharing what you’re tempted to hide
Making informed decisions by doing your research and tuning into yourself
Building self-trust through both the good and hard seasons
Growing at a sustainable pace and not being afraid to fail
Balancing trusting your gut with learning from others
Creating boundaries that honor you and pouring into yourself first
Investing from an empowered place and knowing you have your own back
Being authentic even when not everyone likes you (that’s a feature, not a flaw)
Trusting your intuition, blocking out noise, and doing the internal work
Thinking long-term while taking daily aligned action
Focusing on relationships, collaboration, and asking for help
Using Human Design to simplify and work with your energy
Keeping your business human instead of automating too quickly
Staying true to yourself, experimenting, and trusting what lights you up
Listening to your nervous system and honoring what it’s telling you
Believing fully in what you want and staying unwavering
Showing up consistently — even before others see the vision
Putting your life first and building your business around it
Taking things one step at a time, reducing overwhelm, and asking daily: “What do I desire?”
This episode is the perfect way to reflect, reset, and head into the new year feeling supported, inspired, and grounded in what actually matters to you.
Thank you for being here — and here’s to building with intention in 2026. 🤍✨
 
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FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
End-of-Year Recap Canva Template: Grab our FREE customizable social post template in Canva to celebrate all that you’ve done this year! 10 pages of beautiful designs for you to make your own + a copy prompt to help you actually USE the damn thing (with ease!) 🙌🏻🔥
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
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Energy, Embodiment, & Learning to Trust Yourself with Jaya Jankert

If you’ve been craving more ease, self-trust, and a deeper connection to your energy — this episode is such a grounding, expansive listen. I’m joined by Jaya Jankert, a spiritual mentor and energy healer, for a powerful conversation about spirituality, embodiment, healing, and what it looks like to run a business (and live your life) in alignment with who you actually are.
We dive into:
Jaya’s view on spirituality and how she supports her clients
Holding safe, supportive space for yourself and for others
Navigating imposter syndrome as a business owner and being kinder to yourself
Human Design — our experiences with it and how it’s helped us understand ourselves and others
What it’s like being Manifesting Generators and learning to work with that energy
Feminine vs. masculine energy — including exploring the wounded aspects of both
What twin flames are, how they differ from soulmates, and Jaya’s personal experience after divorce
How our relationships with our parents shape how safe we feel being loved
My experience navigating old wounds in my marriage after divorce
Healing pain and stored emotions through dance and movement
How embodiment work impacts your energy and how that shows up online
What dance taught me and why it was my first true love
The overemphasis on masculine energy in our society and the shift toward feminine energy
My experience taking 3 weeks off and choosing ease instead of “doing it all” when I returned
Why doing less and simplifying doesn’t mean you’ll make less or miss out
How Jaya’s business evolved from fashion and the impact clothes have on your energy
Using Human Design to choose clothing that supports your identity and energy
Letting go of clothes as a way to release stuck energy and honor identity shifts (hello, rebrands!)
Taking things one step at a time and simplifying your approach
Asking yourself “what do I desire?” and leaning into self-trust over obligation
Connect with Jaya on: Instagram and her website
 
Inquire about brand & web design - booking 2026 dates! And for December only, book your project with just a $500 deposit
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FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
End-of-Year Recap Canva Template: Grab our FREE customizable social post template in Canva to celebrate all that you’ve done this year! 10 pages of beautiful designs for you to make your own + a copy prompt to help you actually USE the damn thing (with ease!) 🙌🏻🔥
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
Check out our website for more ways to work and connect with us!
 
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! 🫶🏻
 
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@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!

Delegation, Numbers, & Redefining Success as a Business Owner with Kristina Hind

If you’re growing a business, navigating real life at the same time, and trying to make smart decisions without burning yourself out — this episode is such a grounded, honest listen.
I’m joined by Kristina Hind, bookkeeper and owner of Franklynn Accounting, for a conversation about sustainable growth, delegation, and building a business that actually supports your life.
In this convo, we dive into:
Kristina’s business growth this year and what shifted once she hired support
Why she decided to rebrand and redesign her website — and how that supported her next level
The importance of outsourcing and delegating as a business owner (especially as a mom)
Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship — and why that flexibility is such a gift
The emotional back-and-forth of letting go of a full-time or part-time job alongside your business
Making intentional choices and sacrifices to support long-term growth
Redefining success in business and life — and why it looks different for everyone
Why bookkeeping matters beyond tax time (and how it actually reduces stress)
Understanding cash flow and how it helps you make confident CEO-level decisions
Using your numbers to stop taking things so personally in business
Putting your own business last after client work — and how to carve out time for YOU
Procrastination, overthinking tasks, and simple ways to stop making things bigger than they need to be
Structuring your days realistically (morning vs. night people, less overplanning, more ease)
Cutting out the noise of what you “should” be doing to be successful
Focusing on being just 1% better every day — and letting that compound over time
Why you’re not alone in this journey and the importance of having a support network
How tight-knit the bookkeeping community really is
Trusting that people are watching — even when it feels quiet — and continuing to show up
Using your numbers to understand ROI and reduce fear around investing in your business
The importance of email marketing and owning your audience (not renting platforms)
Putting your life first so you can build a business you actually love
My favorite part of having guests on the podcast (and what to listen for as the year wraps up!)
And because we recorded this around Thanksgiving… our favorite Thanksgiving dishes 🦃
Connect with Kristina on: Instagram and her website (designed by me!)
 
Inquire about brand & web design - booking 2026 dates! And for December only, book your project with just a $500 deposit
Get content support in Magnetic By Nature
 
FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!
End-of-Year Recap Canva Template: Grab our FREE customizable social post template in Canva to celebrate all that you’ve done this year! 10 pages of beautiful designs for you to make your own + a copy prompt to help you actually USE the damn thing (with ease!) 🙌🏻🔥
Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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.
Website Review - Ever wonder how your brand & website is doing? How it compares to others? Or what could make it better? Sign up for a free review that answers these questions and provides design & copy suggestions to increase conversions & connect with your ideal clients more effectively, plus show you how to be more authentic in your online presence.
5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
Sign up for our Newsletter - Where you’ll get first access to any other new resources and opportunities to work with us, PLUS tips, strategies, and stories for how to navigate the online space in a way that feels good.
Check out our website for more ways to work and connect with us!
 
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
@illuminessencecreations for brand & web
@theunfilteredceopod for the podcast!