Five years ago, Paola Soares pressed record on the very first episode of the But First, She Failed Podcast — not knowing who would listen, where the journey would lead, or how much she would grow along the way.

In this episode, Paola pulls back the curtain on the real behind-the-scenes of five years of podcasting — the lessons, the mindset struggles, the moments of doubt, and the breakthroughs that only came through persistence and faith.

For anyone who has ever started something meaningful — a business, a calling, or a dream — and questioned whether to keep going, this conversation offers an honest look at what it really takes to continue showing up when the path forward isn't always clear.

In this reflection, Paola shares what five years behind the microphone has taught her about perseverance, mindset, faith, and why pursuing purpose-driven work is never meant to be done alone.

If you have been feeling stuck, uncertain about your next step, or simply ready to realign your vision for the season ahead— you are invited to join the upcoming Vision Reset Experience, a live guided coaching and reflection session designed to help participants pause, reset their vision, and gain clarity for what's next.

Register for the Vision Reset Experience here:

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This episode is also part of the podcast's 5-year anniversary celebration week, where several gifts are being given away, including podcast coaching, a free month inside the Purpose Co. Accountability Community, a beautiful prayer journal, and VIP hot seat coaching during one of the upcoming live community sessions.

TO ENTER the giveaway: Either register for the vision reset experience or leave us an Apple review! You get one entry for each!

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133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful

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In this episode, Host Paola Soares sits down with author and Purpose Alignment Coach Nicole O. Salmon to unpack a surprising reason many women struggle to "find their purpose": quiet grief—the losses we move past but never truly mourn.

If you've been praying for clarity but still feel stuck, disoriented, or emotionally drained, this conversation will help you name what's really going on and take a healthy next step forward.

Inside this episode, we talk about:

• How unprocessed grief can clog discernment and distort self-perception
  
  

• Identity shifts that happen as you evolve (not because you failed)
  
  

• Adult friendships that fade—and how to navigate relational grief with wisdom
  
  

• Why purpose isn't a destination, but a lifestyle you live from
  
  

• Simple ways to move from overthinking into aligned action

Nicole is a partner on the YouVersion Bible App and the author of Courage and Confidence: A Bold Guide to Unboxing Who You Were Created to Be.

If you feel called but confused, this episode will give you language, encouragement, and a clearer path forward.

Connect with Chelsi Jo:

Instagram:Let's Connect: @nicoleosalmon

Nicoleosalmon.com

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Our free Purpose Co. Accountability Community calls are designed to help you pause, reflect, and take meaningful next steps—together.

Join the waitlist to be the first to know about our next free call happening in March, where you'll experience the heart of the community: clarity, encouragement, and real accountability alongside like-minded women.

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133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful

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In this REWIND episode of But First, She Failed, Host Paola Soares revisits one of the most practical and powerful conversations on building a life that actually works for you — not against you.

If you feel overwhelmed, behind, scattered, or like your home life constantly spills into your business goals… this episode is for you.

Paola sits down with Chelsi Jo Moore, host of Systemize Your Life, a top-ranked podcast with over 2 million downloads and 350+ episodes. Chelsi Jo is known for helping women — especially entrepreneurs and work-from-home moms — create simple, sustainable systems that reduce chaos and increase clarity.

In this conversation, we explore:

• What it really means to systemize your life (and why it's not as rigid as it sounds)

• How time management systems create more freedom — not less

• The connection between home organization and business productivity

• Common mistakes female entrepreneurs make when trying to "do it all"

• How to move from reactive living to intentional structure

This episode is especially relevant if:

• You're building a business while managing a home

• You constantly feel like you're playing catch-up

• You want more peace, consistency, and follow-through

• You know you're called to more but your schedule feels chaotic

Systems aren't about perfection — they're about support.

And as you grow in your calling and leadership, structure becomes the thing that sustains the vision.

Connect with Chelsi Jo:

Instagram:Let's Connect: @chelsijo

Free Quiz: https://chelsijo.co/system

JOIN THE NEXT FREE COMMUNITY CALL:

Feeling stuck, unclear, or craving accountability as you move forward in this season?
Our free Purpose Co. Accountability Community calls are designed to help you pause, reflect, and take meaningful next steps—together.

Join the waitlist to be the first to know about our next free call happening in March, where you'll experience the heart of the community: clarity, encouragement, and real accountability alongside like-minded women.

👉 Join the waitlist and be the first invited : Sign Up HERE

📲 Instagram: @butfirstshefailed
🌐 Website: Paolasoares.com
▶️ Follow on YouTube: Watch Here

📩 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource)

133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful

Get the Overcome Failure Framework Resource Here