How do you know when it's time to write your book? And what if your story isn't just for you—but for someone who desperately needs it?

In this episode of Powerful on Purpose: The Author Journey, Leslie Capps sits down with Teresa K. Page, leadership empowerment advocate, and author, to talk about writing a book, overcoming self-doubt, finding your voice, self-discovery, nonfiction writing, and the journey of becoming an author.

If you've ever wondered whether your story is "big enough" to matter, this conversation will encourage you to stop waiting and start writing.

Teresa shares how writing became her safe place as a child, the mentor who helped her recognize her gift, and why each of her books reflects a different stage of her own personal growth. She explains why nonfiction authors often need to live the lesson before they can write about it, and why waiting until you're "finished evolving" is one of the biggest myths aspiring authors believe.

Together, Leslie and Teresa also discuss building stages for other authors, repurposing content you've already created, and why your story may belong to someone else who needs hope, encouragement, or direction. Teresa also shares her vision for the International Authors Expo, a virtual event designed to help authors connect with readers and expand their reach without the expense of traditional book fairs.

In this episode you'll learn:

✅ Why your story is more valuable than you think
✅ How to overcome the fear of not being "known enough"
✅ Why every book is part of your evolution
✅ How to repurpose content into a book
✅ Why authors don't have to write alone
✅ How creating your own stage can amplify your impact

✨ Teresa's Free Gift

Join Teresa's International Authors Expo with a complimentary guest ticket! Meet authors from around the world, attend masterclasses, discover new books, and learn more about the writing and publishing journey.

👉 https://teresakpage.squarespace.com

✨ Book Momentum Session

If you've been saying, "Someday I'll write a book," let's find out what's standing in your way.

In a complimentary Book Momentum Session, we'll explore your ideas, experiences, content, and goals to uncover the book that's already taking shape—and the next step to finally get it moving.

👉 https://tidycal.com/lescapps1/wheres-the-book

Be sure to subscribe for more conversations with authors who are turning their stories into impact and showing what's possible through the Author Journey.

Chapters
00:00 – Meet Teresa Page
01:45 – Writing as a safe space
05:00 – The mentor who changed everything
09:00 – Why every book is personal
11:30 – You don't have to write alone
13:00 – Is your story big enough?
16:20 – Why authors keep evolving
20:10 – The International Authors Expo
26:45 – A final message for aspiring authors

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What if the problem isn't your job...but your experience of work?

In this episode of Powerful on Purpose, Leslie Capps sits down with Lindsay Barnett, award-winning author, speaker, workplace experience strategist, and team coach, to explore workplace culture, employee wellbeing, burnout prevention, work-life balance, leadership, AI in the workplace, and creating healthier work experiences.

Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or employee, this conversation offers practical ways to create more fulfillment and purpose at work.

Lindsay believes we have more influence over our workplace experience than we often realize. She shares how self-awareness, clear boundaries, meaningful hobbies, and role modeling healthy behaviors can transform not only our own work lives but also the culture around us. One of her favorite concepts—"leaving loudly"—encourages leaders and employees alike to model that life outside of work matters.

Leslie and Lindsay also explore burnout, employee wellbeing, the future of work, and how artificial intelligence can either enhance or diminish the human experience depending on how organizations choose to implement it. Rather than chasing productivity alone, Lindsay encourages us to design workplaces where both people and businesses can thrive.

In this episode you'll learn:
✅ How to create a healthier relationship with work
✅ Why self-awareness is the foundation of workplace wellbeing
✅ The power of hobbies and life outside the office
✅ What "leaving loudly" teaches about leadership
✅ How AI is changing the future of work
✅ Practical ways leaders can help prevent burnout

✨ Connect with Lindsay Barnett
https://barnettcoaching.com

✨ Book Momentum Session
If you've said, "Someday I'll write a book," let's find out what's standing in your way.
In a complimentary Book Momentum Session, we'll explore your stories, content, and goals to uncover the book that's taking shape—and the next step to get it into the world.
👉 https://tidycal.com/lescapps1/wheres-the-book

Be sure to subscribe for more conversations with women who are using their stories, expertise, and experiences to create meaningful impact in the world.

Chapters
00:00 – Meet Lindsay Barnett
01:35 – What is workplace experience?
03:10 – From working hell to working well
05:05 – The power of leaving loudly
07:45 – Identifying your Big Three needs
10:00 – Why hobbies matter
13:10 – Preventing burnout
17:40 – AI and the future of work
24:10 – Rethinking the 40-hour workweek
29:00 – Final thoughts

#powerfulonpurposepodcast #workplaceculture #leadership #burnoutprevention #futureofwork

Why do so many high-achieving women struggle with visibility, burnout, self-worth, and the constant need to prove themselves?

In this episode of Powerful on Purpose, Leslie Capps sits down with Dr. Liz Dubois Erskine, executive coach, conflict analyst, and marketing strategist, to explore the connection between mindset, trauma, leadership, women's mental health, burnout, visibility, and business growth.

If you've ever felt stuck in hustle culture, questioned your worth, or struggled to confidently show up in your business, this conversation is for you.

Drawing from her background in conflict resolution, executive coaching, and marketing, Dr. Liz explains how our beliefs about money, success, visibility, and self-worth shape the way we lead our businesses and our lives. She shares why so many women stay trapped in "prove yourself" energy, how generational patterns influence our decisions, and why true confidence begins with changing the stories we tell ourselves.

We also dive into burnout, women's mental health, ADHD, autism, masking behaviors, and the importance of seeking support before reaching a breaking point. Dr. Liz offers practical, compassionate insights for anyone ready to stop surviving and start leading from a place of self-trust and intention.

In this episode you'll learn:
✅ Why visibility feels uncomfortable for so many women
✅ How hustle culture fuels burnout
✅ The connection between self-worth and business success
✅ Why your relationship with money affects your growth
✅ How to recognize limiting stories and rewrite them
✅ The importance of mental health support for high achievers

✨ Connect with Dr. Liz
https://coachdrliz.com

✨ Book Momentum Session
If you've been saying, "Someday I'll write a book," let's find out what's standing in your way.
In a complimentary Book Momentum Session, we'll explore your ideas, experiences, content, and goals to uncover the book that's already taking shape—and the next step to get it moving.
👉 https://tidycal.com/lescapps1/wheres-the-book

Be sure to subscribe for more conversations with women who are using their stories, expertise, and experiences to create meaningful impact in the world.

Chapters
00:00 – Meet Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine
02:20 – Visibility and leadership
05:00 – Why women stay small
07:00 – Hustle culture and self-worth
10:00 – The American work story
13:15 – Women's roles and identity
17:15 – Choosing a new story
21:20 – Women's mental health
24:00 – Burnout and finding support
26:00 – Your relationship with money
29:00 – Final thoughts

#powerfulonpurposepodcast #leadership #burnoutrecovery #womeninbusiness #moneymindset