What does entrepreneurship actually look like behind the highlight reel?In this episode of She Owns It!, we explore the early journey into entrepreneurship through hard work, earned equity, and lessons learned from a young age. In my conversation with owner/COO of Complete Concrete, Olivia Jenkin, we discuss the emotional and practical realities of running a business while still trying to learn along the way. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, questioned yourself as a leader, or wondered if other women business owners feel the same way you do — this episode is for you. Lesson learned - stop questioning and start doing. You'll figure it out.Subscribe for more honest conversations with women redefining success, leadership, and entrepreneurship on their own terms.Host: Kristen McAlisterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/Contact: kristen@kristenmcalister.comGuest: www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-jenkin-0a036a5a , www.complete-concrete.com Guest Personal Instagram - @oliviajenkinGuest Company Instagram - @completeconcreteatlantaBunny (Albus) Instagram (Yes, Albus has his own IG) - @albusthehollandlop

What if your burnout isn’t from doing too much… but from carrying too much that was never yours to hold?In this episode of She Owns It, I sit down with therapist to burned out moms and slow motherhood mentor Emilie Avon-Green to unpack the real reason so many high-achieving women—especially moms—are running on empty.This isn’t just about being “busy.”It’s about the mental load, the pressure to be everything to everyone, and the invisible expectations that lead to burnout, mom rage, and overwhelm.We go deep into what burnout actually looks like (hint: it’s not always obvious), how to recognize the early signs, and what it really takes to create capacity again—without walking away from the life you’ve built.If you’ve ever thought:“Why do I feel this overwhelmed when I’m doing everything right?”“I just want to escape for a minute…”“There has to be a better way to do this…”You’re not alone—and this conversation will give you language, clarity, and practical shifts to start changing it.You don’t lack ambition.You lack subtraction.In this episode, we cover:What mom burnout really looks like (and why it’s often missed)The truth about mom rage, overstimulation, and mental loadWhy high-capacity women struggle the most with burnoutHow “good girl conditioning” impacts your work, relationships, and identityThe concept of slow motherhood and redefining success on your termsSimple ways to set boundaries, eliminate overwhelm, and create capacityWhy putting yourself first is the most powerful move you can makeHost: Kristen McAlisterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/Contact: kristen@kristenmcalister.comEmilie's Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/emilie-avon-greenLearn more from Emilie: https://tr.ee/W0HI3kqEvx

She had the stability. The opportunity. The “safe” path.And she walked away anyway. Because sometimes the biggest risk… is ignoring the thing you know you’re meant to build

What happens when you’ve done everything “right”—climbed the ladder, built the skills, earned the trust—and it still doesn’t feel like enough?

In this episode of She Owns It!, I sit down with Lauren Fisher, Founder of Acumen HR Solutions, to talk about the kind of entrepreneurship no one really prepares you for—the kind that doesn’t start with a big moment… but with a quiet, persistent knowing you can’t ignore.

Lauren shares her journey from single mom and corporate climber to business owner, and the real decisions behind that leap:

• Walking away from stability when it looked really good on paper
• Building confidence over time (not overnight)
• Redefining success beyond hustle and burnout
• Setting boundaries that actually create capacity—not limit it
• We also get into the reality of building a business while raising a family, learning to be present, and why “people problems” are actually business strategy in disguise.

This conversation is honest, grounded, and a reminder that owning a business isn’t just about growth—it’s about alignment.If you’ve ever felt the pull to do something more… this one will hit.Show Notes:Host: Kristen McAlisterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/Contact: kristen@kristenmcalister.comGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-fisher-2a659b6a/

What starts as “just 30 days” turns into 35 years—and a business you never planned to build.In this episode of She Owns It!, I sit down with Jenny Rosoff, Owner and President of Village Green Foods, to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of growing a business.From recreating recipes at scale to leading a team that can run without her, Jenny shares the lessons most business owners only learn the hard way.This conversation is a reminder that building a business isn’t just about growth—it’s about evolving as a leader.Because the goal isn’t just to build a business.It’s to build one that works without you.Guest: Jenny Rosoff - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyrosoff/Village Green Foods: https://villagegreenfoods.com/Host: Kristen McAlister - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/Contact: kristen@kristenmcalister.comEvery woman needs a wolf pack: https://www.amazon.com/WOLFPACK-Together-Unleash-Power-Change/dp/1250217709

She Owns It! features women who are defining success on their own terms. Host Kristen McAlister sits down with female founders, owners, and business leaders to share the stories behind the scenes: the risks, the trade-offs, the reinventions, and the lessons no one talks about.

Female leaders and expert voices come together to provide perspectives and tools to build sustainable businesses, protect their energy, and create success that evolves with every season of life.

Because success isn’t one-size-fits-all.
And owning it changes everything.

Most family businesses don’t fail because of strategy…They fail because of people.In this episode of She Owns It!, Kristina Hill, Founder of Syndicate HR Group, breaks down the human element behind successful family offices—and why governance, voice, and values matter more than ever.We dive into: • What a family office really is (and why it matters) • The rise of women inheriting and leading wealth • How to build confidence and claim your voice in high-stakes environments • Why the dinner table is often the most important boardroomIf you’re navigating leadership inside a family business—or building one for the future—this conversation will change how you think about legacy.Because success isn’t just built. It’s led—with intention.Guest: Kristina Hill - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinahill/Host: Kristen McAlister - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/Contact: kristen@kristenmcalister.com

Owning it today: Morgan Ryan, Managing Partner, MBI Equity Partners

Morgan Ryan never planned to become a business owner. After experiencing burnout in a high-performing consulting career, she reimagined what success looked like and co-founded a real estate investment firm with her brother. In this episode, Morgan shares how she transitioned from employee to owner, built systems from day one, and created a business aligned with the life she wanted to live.

She Didn’t Plan to Be an Owner—She Designed a Life Instead.

Morgan Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morgan-boukatherMentions - Educate2Execute Event March 26th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/educate-to-execute-tickets-1982357650095?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Contact Kristen:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenmcalister/kristen@kristenmcalister.com