In this episode of Coffey Talk, Kate Coffey-Bacon talks with Kim Congleton, a respected leader in the Microsoft Dynamics community, about how trusting your instincts can transform the way you lead and grow in your career. Kim shares how an early mentor encouraged her to ask for forgiveness rather than permission, a lesson that shaped her confidence and leadership style. Together they explore how to build teams that can act boldly, learn from mistakes, stay accountable, and thrive in a culture of empathy and trust.

To connect with Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kcongleton/

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In this episode of Coffey Talk, Tiffany Allen shares her inspiring journey of personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of legacy as a ripple effect rather than a destination. The conversation explores themes of authenticity, mentorship, and the integration of work and life, highlighting how these elements contribute to building a meaningful legacy. Tiffany discusses her experiences as a single mother, the challenges of balancing career and family, and the significance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community. The episode concludes with practical advice for women looking to build their own legacies through connection and authenticity.

In this episode, Kate and Tiffany dive into:

• Legacy is defined by the ripples we create, not titles.
• Authenticity is key to personal and professional success.
• Integration of work and life leads to fulfillment.
• Surround yourself with positive influences during challenges.
• Mentorship can come from unexpected places.
• Being true to yourself fosters confidence and growth.
• Every small action contributes to a larger legacy.
• Embrace the changes that come with different life stages.
• Positivity can transform environments and relationships.
• Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.

Connect with Tiffany on LinkedIn (Tiffany Allen) and TikTok (@tiffty.tiffis50)

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In this episode of Coffey Talk, host Kate Coffey-Bacon sits with fitness and wellness coach Kelsey Coffey, founder of Kasanova Fitness. Kelsey shares her journey from New York City’s fine dining nightlife to building a business rooted in empowerment and mind-body connection.

She opens up about the wake-up call of COVID, the transformation of becoming a mother, and how fitness became more than physical movement ~ it became a path to forgiveness, consistency, and healing. Kelsey’s philosophy that consistency matters more than intensity and that we can always “begin again” is the heartbeat of her approach to health and wellness.

You’ll hear candid reflections on:

• Hitting rock bottom when FOMO ruled her life
• How pregnancy shifted her priorities and mindset
• The power of small daily habits and “anchors” to rebuild trust in yourself
• Why anyone, at any age, can become a version of themselves they’ve never been before

☕ Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, 40s, or beyond, Kelsey’s story is a reminder that it’s never too late to start again ~ and that your best version might be the one you haven’t met yet.

New episodes of Coffey Talk drop every Monday at 8 a.m. ET.

You can find Kelsey on Instagram @kasanovafitness

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Welcome to the very first episode of Coffey Talk ~ a podcast brewed for connection. I’m your host, Kate Coffey-Bacon, and I am so excited to share this new space with you.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own career journey and the inspiration behind creating Coffey Talk. Over the past 22 years, I’ve worked in marketing, photography, fitness, and strategy. I’ve launched businesses, shut them down, pivoted into new opportunities, and learned what it means to balance ambition with life’s bigger priorities. Some chapters have been filled with incredible successes, while others have come with failures that taught me lessons I’ll never forget.

I’ll take you back to my early days of staying home with my kids after college, working part-time at a local gym, and discovering my love of yoga. From there, I share how photography unexpectedly became my next significant chapter, leading to the launch of Blackbird Photography, my wedding photography business that grew nationally and gave me a front row seat to both the beauty and the burnout of entrepreneurship.

I also open up about one pivotal moment that changed everything: watching my son compete in the Junior Olympics on my phone while shooting a wedding reception. It was then that I realized that even though my business was thriving, my family needed me more. Closing my business was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made. Still, it also opened doors to new opportunities, including working with angel investors, building go-to-market strategies, producing live podcasts, and diving deep into content and digital strategy.

Through it all, one theme has remained constant: the people I’ve met along the way and their stories. Stories of resilience, creativity, hard choices, and big dreams. These conversations are what inspired me to launch Coffey Talk ~ a place where we can share openly, learn from each other, and be reminded that we’re not alone in our journey.

You’ll also hear the advice that has shaped me most: if you don’t have one of the three resources: time, money, or knowledge — use the other two to get it. And from my dad, wisdom that has always guided me: be the hardest working person in the room, be kind, and always add value. These lessons, and the stories that shaped them, are the foundation for every episode to come.

So what can you expect every Monday morning at 8 a.m.? Relaxed, coffee-table style conversations with guests from all walks of life. Real people sharing their real stories ~ the wins, the losses, and the lessons. Some guests will be people I’ve known for years, others I’ve just met, and some I haven’t even crossed paths with yet. That’s the most exciting part: the stories waiting to be discovered.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and join me for this first episode of Coffey Talk. Whether you’re a gulp-and-go or a weekend slow pour, these 20-minute episodes are designed to fit right into your morning ritual — giving you inspiration, encouragement, and connection to start your week.

☕ Coffey Talk — real people, real stories, every Monday at 8 a.m. ET.

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