What happens when you stop ignoring your gut… and actually listen to it? In this episode of The Lipstick Alchemist, we sit down with Kelly Kussman to talk about the real journey behind building a business—from corporate life to creating a fast-growing brand rooted in purpose.

But this isn’t just a “success story.”

This conversation is raw, honest, and packed with moments that will hit you whether you’re building a business… or just trying to figure out your next move. If you’ve ever felt stuck, out of alignment, or like you’re meant for more—this one’s for you.

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In this milestone episode of The Lipstick Alchemists, we welcome our very first guest interview—and it’s a powerful one.

We sit down with Kelly Kussman, founder of Cayla Gray, to talk about the winding road from corporate success to soulful entrepreneurship. Kelly shares how a life-changing season of grief, healing, and self-discovery led her to create a fragrance brand rooted in transparency, memory, and meaning.

From climbing the corporate ladder to walking away from a six-figure career, Kelly opens up about the emotional work behind taking bold leaps, healing her relationship with money, and learning to trust herself in the unknown.

This conversation is for every high-achieving woman who has built the life that looks good on paper—but knows she’s being called into something deeper.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

• Kelly’s journey from Wisconsin to corporate leadership in Arizona
• How scent and memory became the foundation of her brand
• The personal losses that changed the trajectory of her life
• Why tragedy sometimes becomes the catalyst for transformation
• Leaving a $300K corporate career to follow purpose
• Healing your nervous system when fear and uncertainty arise
• Rewriting limiting beliefs around money and debt
• The realities of building a product-based business from the ground up
• Why freedom—not things—became her true measure of success
• Her advice for women sitting on an idea they can’t ignore

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#SelfGrowth #PurposeDriven

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You didn’t choose your money mindset—you inherited it.

In this episode, we unpack how subconscious beliefs formed in childhood quietly shape your financial decisions today… and how the very beliefs that once kept you safe may now be keeping you stuck.

Through personal stories, we explore the hidden narratives around money, success, and motherhood—and how rewriting those beliefs can unlock a more aligned, abundant, and purposeful life.

Because the truth?

You don’t need to choose between success and fulfillment—you just need to choose a new story.

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What if the way you think about money is the exact thing holding you back from the life you actually want? In this episode of The Lipstick Alchemist, we’re diving into the real reason so many people feel stuck financially—and it’s not what you think. From hyper-vigilant savers to carefree spenders, we break down the most common money mindsets, where they come from, and how they quietly shape your decisions, your happiness, and your future. We’re sharing personal stories, hard truths, and the subtle beliefs that could be keeping you tied to a life that no longer aligns with who you’re becoming. If you’ve ever felt guilt spending money, fear around not having enough, or confusion about why success still doesn’t feel fulfilling—this conversation is for you. ✨ It’s time to rethink your relationship with money—and start using it as a tool to build a life you actually love.

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Are you setting bold goals—or quietly playing it safe?

In this episode of The Lipstick Alchemists, Andrea and Stevi get real about goal-setting, self-evaluation, and what it looks like to actually commit instead of repeating the same cycle (yes… losing the same 10 pounds again).

Andrea shares a powerful personal story that sets the stage: juggling life, responsibilities, and expectations—while slowly losing touch with her own happiness. The wake-up call? Choosing one clear, focused goal and going all in: training for a bikini competition.

This wasn’t about perfection or proving anything to anyone. It was about health, discipline, mindset, and doing the work—sometimes that meant broccoli for breakfast and a side of protein.

This episode will challenge you to ask:

• Are my goals stretching me or keeping me comfortable?
• Am I focused… or just busy?
• What’s the one thing that could change everything?

You’ll want to hear how this challenge unfolded—and you might just see yourself in the story more than you expect.

🎧 Tune in, reflect, and maybe get a little uncomfortable—in the best way.

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In this episode of The Lipstick Alchemists, Stevi and Andrea open up about the moment they felt the pull to create this podcast—and why ignoring it was no longer an option. With careers established, boxes checked, and life “working,” they found themselves at 40 and 45 asking deeper questions about purpose, joy, and what’s next.
They share the real, unfiltered truth about growth: the more you overcome, the more you’re asked to face. This conversation dives into taking risks, stepping outside comfort zones, and choosing to be honest about the messy, beautiful middle of life.
This episode is for women who feel successful yet restless… grounded yet curious… and ready to listen to that quiet nudge saying, there’s more for you.
Joy, courage, and real stories—this is where the alchemy begins.

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Who you choose to socialize with matters more than you think.
In this episode, Stevi & Andrea dive into how the people around you influence your growth, mindset, and direction.
From follow-up and accountability to alignment and energy, this conversation explores whether your circle is truly pushing you forward—or quietly holding you back.

If you’ve ever questioned your relationships, felt stuck, or wondered why certain connections no longer fit, this episode will challenge you to take a closer look at who has access to your time, attention, and goals.
This is a real conversation about intentional socializing, personal growth, and surrounding yourself with people who help you evolve—not stay comfortable.

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This is the beginning of something powerful.

In this first episode of The Lipstick Alchemists Podcast, hosts Andrea and Stevi invite you behind the lipstick for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it truly means to stop playing it safe and start living in full alignment.

Created for ambitious women who know they’re meant for more, this podcast is for the brave ones—the women ready to step beyond expectations, rewrite the rules, and live life to their fullest potential and beyond what they thought was possible.

In this episode, Andrea and Stevi share:

• Who they are and why The Lipstick Alchemists was born
• What it really means to live in alignment
• How to break free from playing small and safe
• Why no permission is needed to live full out
• Real talk, honest laughs, and moments that will inspire and encourage you

This is more than a podcast—it’s a reminder that you don’t need approval to create the life you want. If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it.

Grab a seat, press play, and get ready to enjoy the podcast you’ve been truly looking for.

Follow and subscribe to The Lipstick Alchemists Podcast—this journey is just getting started.

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