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  • Ep.111-Why I Finally Wrote You Are A Mess, But So Is The Universe

    Ep.111-Why I Finally Wrote You Are A Mess, But So Is The Universe
    2025/11/12
    You Are A Mess, But So Is The Universe — The Story I Had to Tell Some stories don’t politely ask to be written—they hunt you down. Mine followed me around for years on a single yellow Post-it note that said just three words: Write the book. It was taped to my laptop, my planner, my fridge, even a random kitchen cabinet during a move. It survived rebrands, motherhood, burnout, and a thousand other seasons. I avoided it, argued with it, moved it… but I never threw it away. For years, I told myself I would write it when life slowed down, when I felt more ready, when I had more time, when inspiration struck, when I knew exactly what I wanted to say. But here’s the thing about waiting for perfect conditions: they don’t exist. Life doesn’t slow down. Confidence doesn’t magically appear. And clarity? That shows up once you start—not before. I started this book at least five times. I have the abandoned Google Docs to prove it. Each version reached about 20 pages before I’d talk myself out of continuing: “This isn’t the right time.” “Who do you think you are writing a book?” “Maybe later.” That Post-it became both a reminder and a quiet weight. Every time I saw it, I could feel the gap between who I was—and who I knew I wanted to become. The Lie I Told Myself This year, I finally decided to get rid of the Post-it—not by finishing the book, but by declaring: I’m not writing it. I said it out loud. Firm. Final. No more mental pressure. No more nagging reminder. No more book. Founder and CEO of Dandelion-Inc And that’s when it happened—the most unexpected thing. By telling myself no, I sparked something I didn’t see coming. It woke up a quiet fire inside me—the part of me that will run through walls if someone doubts me. Even if that someone is… me. Suddenly, I wasn’t avoiding the book anymore—I was being provoked by it. The Flood I didn’t begin writing this book—I exploded into it. I wrote 70,000 words in two weeks. Not at a cozy writing retreat. Not during a sabbatical. Not with a carefully color-coded outline. I wrote: In my car before sunrise In the notes app between meetings During lacrosse practice At 5 a.m. with reheated coffee In emotional avalanches I couldn’t outrun The words didn’t trickle. They crashed through. And for the first time in my life, I understood what writers mean when they say the book chose me. Asking for Help (The Hardest Part) What I had was raw. Unfiltered. Real. But it wasn’t a book yet. It was a mountain. So I did something my ego resisted: I asked for help. I hired a developmental editor—Elise Smith from Wordy Wives (and yes, she’ll be joining me on the podcast soon). She didn’t just edit my work—she challenged it. She stretched it. She asked for more truth, more intention, more courage. I cut chapters I swore I loved. I rewrote entire sections—twice. Then three times. I clarified ideas I thought were obvious. I faced the stories I had been avoiding. I wrote through resistance I didn’t know I still carried. This wasn’t editing—it was becoming. What This Book Is Really About Despite the title, this is not a book about being broken. It’s about becoming. It’s about what it looks like to evolve while still healing. It’s about building a life while you’re still fixing parts of it. It’s about growth that doesn’t fit into an inspirational quote. Lisa Resnick gets real about writing her forst book. This book goes where women silently live: When you’re outgrowing the life you built When success scares you more than failure When friendships shift and loyalty gets tested When you want more—but also want peace When you’re brave but still scared It isn’t self-help. It isn’t polished. It isn’t perfect. It’s honest. Why I Wrote It Anyway Was I terrified? Absolutely. I still am. I worried: What if it isn’t good enough? What if people judge me?
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    15 分
  • Ep.110-Joy is Your Job, Leadership is a Verb, and the Ripple Effect

    Ep.110-Joy is Your Job, Leadership is a Verb, and the Ripple Effect
    2025/11/05
    Joy is Your Job, Leadership is a Verb, and the Ripple Effect (with Lisa Even) Joy doesn’t happen by accident—we make it our job. Leadership isn’t a title—it’s a daily practice. In this episode recap, Lisa Even and I dig into practical ways leaders can build teams people want to be part of, create “good ripple effects,” and make room for joy at work and at home.Why This Conversation Matters Around here, we believe growth doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be honest. If you’re building a business, a life, and a legacy that feels aligned and beautifully real, this one’s for you. Lisa Even brings the practical tools and the heart. Joy Is a Job (Not a Reward You “Earn” Later) Lisa and her husband were classic high performers—overscheduled and postponing joy for “after the next project.” Their pivot: hang a whiteboard in the bedroom and list the things they used to do, could do, and want to do. Then start doing them—imperfectly and consistently. Joy isn’t a luxury; it fuels the work. Leadership as Daily Practice: The PB&J One‑on‑One Lisa’s PB&J framework makes 1:1s human and high‑performing: P — Perspective: What’s happening in their world? Try on their glasses before you judge. B — Better: Invite them to spot problems and propose improvements. Give permission to act. J — Joy: Align tasks with strengths and season of life—joy increases productivity. Take five minutes before each 1:1 to jot P, B, and J. You’ll have a richer conversation and clearer next steps. Culture You Can Feel: Building a Team “Ecosystem” Lisa used to cup her hands and tell her team, “This is our ecosystem—build, maintain, and protect it.” That mindset gave everyone ownership. People started solving problems proactively and celebrating each other’s ripple effects. Leadership micro‑behaviors that compound: Tell the truth (even when it’s messy). Trust is oxygen. Praise progress, not just perfection. People need to hear when they’re doing well. Ask why resistance exists (fear, change fatigue, capacity). Then co‑solve it. Make permission explicit: “You have authority to fix what you can see.” A Tale of Two Leaders (and Why It Matters) One of Lisa’s earliest positive experiences: a COO noticed she’d gone on a “smoke break” without smoking. Instead of shaming her, he asked if she was bored and gave her a stretch project. That single choice told her: I see your potential. She stepped up and delivered. Contrast that with leaders who fudge the truth—trust cracks a little each time. Credibility is a leader’s compounding asset. Everyday Leadership (Beyond Titles) Lisa teaches leadership to teens and to teams: it’s the kayaking guide, the teacher, the librarian, the neighbor who picks up trash every Thursday. Macro change is built on micro moments. Start with your square foot. Ask your team (or yourself) this week: What tiny thing would make work 10% better? Where can we create a good ripple today? What joy can we schedule—not someday, but now? Listen to the Episode 🎧 Catch the full conversation on The Seed Podcast. Insider access to live recordings is included with The Patch—our Dandelion‑Inc membership where we grow with community, accountability, and a whole lot of heart. Explore The Patch → link to membership page Show Notes & Resources Lisa Even: lisaeven.com Book: Joy Is My Job (Amazon) Upcoming: The Ripple Effect (coming soon) Inperium: inperium.org If this planted a seed—share it with a friend who leads with heart. Then come join us inside The Patch. Progress isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up messy and brave, one seed at a time.
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    32 分
  • Ep.109-From Resilience to Real Impact

    Ep.109-From Resilience to Real Impact
    2025/10/29
    From Resilience to Real Impact: Cher’s Journey to CEO at Trinity YouthServices The Seed is about fuel you can actually use—tactics, mindsets, and stories that help you grow. This week, you’ll meet Cher, CEO of Trinity Youth Services (California), whose path is pure dandelion: resilience, transformation, persistence. Trinity operates 24/7/365, caring for children and teens who can’t safely remain at home—through foster care, adoption, residential treatment (mental health & substance use), and programs for unaccompanied refugee minors. On any given day, Trinity serves about 400 youth with support from ~500 staff—and the goal is always the same: safe reunification or a permanent, loving home. What We Cover Becoming the one caring adult: how a high school mentor changed Cher’s life—and how she pays it forward Leading through crises: stepping into the CEO role… then navigating a global shutdown with honesty, transparency, and courage Mission over noise: why Trinity partnered with a back-office aggregator so Cher could spend more time with people and programs Career ladders (not leaps): moving from marketing to HR to operations to the C-suite—supported by continuous learning (organizational & ethical leadership) Culture & courage: how to dismantle “othering,” create belonging, and build trauma-informed teams that don’t burn out Quick, Actionable Takeaways Know your lane, build your bench: if ops/admin are choking your mission, outsource what’s repeatable so you can lead what’s irreplaceable. Communicate like it’s 1:1: in uncertainty, increase frequency, shorten messages, and be transparent about what you know/don’t. Grow on purpose: stack transferable skills; invest in education that maps to your next role. Lead with dignity: every policy is a people policy. Design for safety, belonging, and measurable outcomes. Give back, now: mentor one person the way you wish someone had mentored you. Why It Matters This episode is a masterclass in nonprofit leadership, trauma-informed care, and scaling mission work without losing the heart. You’ll walk away inspired—and equipped. ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Want to support? Search Trinity Youth Services (TrinityYS.org) to learn how to volunteer, donate, mentor, foster, or offer respite care. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    34 分
  • Ep.108-Trillionaire Energy: Relauch Your Business (and Life)

    Ep.108-Trillionaire Energy: Relauch Your Business (and Life)
    2025/10/22
    Trillionaire Energy: Relauch Your Business (and Life) with Hilary DeCesare If time and energy had a price tag, today’s episode would make us all trillionaires. I’m joined by Hilary DeCesare —founder of Relaunch—and her energy is off the charts. We talk mindset, momentum, favorite products, and her Relaunch framework for creating results fast (without burning out). What We Cover Relaunch mindset: how to reframe setbacks (buried vs. planted) and rise, now Energy on demand: simple ways to elevate your energy so you actually match your goals Success habits: why “absentee owner” is a myth and what sustainable success looks like Personal growth tools: Enneagram, Human Design, and knowing your natural wiring Products & routines: clean beauty, simplifying supplements, and skin-loving SPF Iconic Impact: Hillary’s mission to interview 100 iconic impact millionaires—and what she’s learning Quick Wins You Can Try Today 2-minute energy reset: stand tall, breathe deep, pick one clear intention—then act. Relaunch reframe: ask, “Am I buried…or planted?” Choose planted. Move one thing forward. Revenue rhythm: schedule a weekly 30-minute CEO check-in (pipeline, cash, priorities). Declutter inputs: press pause on “more, more, more”—keep only what truly fuels you. Protect the asset (you): SPF daily, real rest, and one small joy ritual you won’t skip. Why You’ll Love This Episode It’s electric, honest, and wildly practical. Whether you’re scaling a company or starting again, Hillary shows how to relaunch with clarity, confidence, and serious momentum. If this fires you up, share it with a friend who’s ready for their next big relaunch. ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    30 分
  • Ep.107-Know Your Numbers or Bust

    Ep.107-Know Your Numbers or Bust
    2025/10/15
    Know Your Numbers or Bust: Why Bookkeeping Beats “More Marketing” (with Melissa Brockton) We talk a lot about business development and marketing on The Seed—but here’s the truth: businesses rarely fail because of marketing. They fail because the owner doesn’t know the numbers. Founder of the Busy Bees Advisors This week I’m joined by Melissa Brockton, founder of Busy Bee Advisors. With a background in corporate accounting and auditing, Melissa has a gift for translating bookkeeping into plain English for small business owners and solopreneurs—so you can make decisions with confidence. What We Cover The #1 reason businesses fail (hint: it’s not “no leads”) Exactly what bookkeeping should give you every month—without the jargon Simple reports to review (start with Profit & Loss by Month) to spot trends and red flags How Melissa left corporate, landed 26 clients in month one, and built a team of 17+ bookkeepers Why “absentee owner” is a myth—and what a healthy owner-finance rhythm looks like How bookkeeping protects you from cash leaks, fraud, and redundant costs Quick Wins You Can Do Today Pull a P&L by Month for the last 12 months. Circle any weird spikes/dips. Book a weekly Money Date (30 minutes) to review cash, AR/AP, and upcoming taxes. Separate business/personal accounts; pay yourself consistently. If books are behind, outsource (often <$250/month beats a $60k hire). Build a simple cash reserve (1–3 months of expenses). Why It Matters Marketing fuels growth; bookkeeping sustains it. If you don’t know your numbers, you can’t set targets, price correctly, or keep what you earn. 🎙️ Listen now Know a founder who avoids their books? Share this episode—it might save their business. ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    47 分
  • Ep.106-Thinking About Hosting Your Own Event?

    Ep.106-Thinking About Hosting Your Own Event?
    2025/10/08
    How to Host Events That Build Community: From Coffee Chats to Summits Hosting events can feel overwhelming—budgeting, logistics, RSVPs, tech (the mic still makes me nervous!). But after co-hosting the Women Rising Summit with 250 incredible women, I can tell you this: when events are aligned with who you are, they stop draining you and start fueling you. In this week’s episode of The Seed, I’m sharing everything I learned—from why events matter to the step-by-step logistics that make them possible. Why Events Matter Connection builds faster: Face-to-face (or screen-to-screen) events create instant trust. Authority grows with a mic: Leading a room shifts how people see you. Community sticks when it gathers: Whether it’s 5 or 250, groups create momentum. Alignment equals energy: When events reflect your values, they light you up. Types of Events You Can Host Micro Moments: Coffee chats, masterminds, accountability pods. Small Gatherings: Workshops, lunch-and-learns, panel discussions. Signature Events: Summits, retreats, annual conferences. Virtual Events: Webinars, challenges, digital summits. Event Logistics Made Simple Define the promise—what one clear takeaway will attendees leave with? Choose your format and venue—start small and scale when ready. Set your budget—stay lean at first and invest in reusable items. Secure vendors and support—venue, catering, AV, volunteers. Map your run of show—registration, welcome, sessions, breaks, closing. Market with clarity—make the promise clear in every invite. Always have a contingency plan—tech backups, extra supplies, flexibility. Events don’t have to be extravagant. They just need to be aligned, simple, and built on connection. ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. 💛 And if you’re curious about my upcoming book You Are a Mess, But So Is the Universe, join the waitlist here for sneak peeks and freebies. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    19 分
  • Ep.105-How Rhea Lana Built an Empire

    Ep.105-How Rhea Lana Built an Empire
    2025/10/01
    From Living Room Pop-Up to 120 Locations: How Rhea Lana Riner Built a Consignment Empire If you love a good “started-from-scratch” story, this one will light a fire under you. This week on The Seed: Cultivating Growth & Empowering Women in Business, I’m sitting down with Rhea Lana Riner—the powerhouse founder behind Rhea Lana’s, a nationwide network of pop-up kids’ consignment events. What began in her Conway, Arkansas living room (think three clothing racks and a whole lot of heart) is now a franchise operating in roughly 120 locations across 26 states. Her mission? Create a high-quality secondhand shopping experience that helps families save money, reduce waste, and build community—without the “dig through a pile” chaos. What We Cover The “accidental entrepreneur” path: from stay-at-home mom on a tight budget to franchise CEO Why popup consignment events beat traditional thrift for busy families How to grow with low risk: bootstrapping, systems, and community over hype Weathering storms (including a federal legal battle) and coming out stronger as a leader Building a brand that feels like a boutique—organized, color-coded, easy to shop The real talk on “passive income,” franchising, seasonal teams, and operational excellence Why It Matters This is a masterclass in women’s entrepreneurship, sustainable fashion, and community-driven business. If you’ve ever dreamed about franchising, launching a resale concept, or simply want to run lean while delivering a premium customer experience, Rhea Lana’s playbook is a must-listen. Listen & Share 🎙️ Tune in now. If this episode inspires you, share it with a friend who loves a savvy deal, cares about sustainability, or is exploring a franchise model. Resources Mentioned Free 30-minute consult with Rhea Lana’s team: rhealana.com/podcast (form link mentioned in the show) Learn more about hosting or shopping a sale: search “Rhea Lana’s consignment event” in your area ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    33 分
  • Ep.104- Break Free from Money Fears

    Ep.104- Break Free from Money Fears
    2025/09/24
    Breaking Free from Money Fears with Leisa Peterson Money. Just reading that word might make your stomach flip. If you’ve ever felt intimidated, overwhelmed, or even avoided talking about money altogether—you’re not alone. I’ll be the first to admit, my hand is raised right along with yours. That’s why today’s episode of The Seed: Cultivating Growth and Empowering Women in Business is one you can’t miss. I’m joined by Leisa Peterson, an author, financial advisor, and money mindset coach who’s bringing honesty, wisdom, and clarity to a topic that so many of us struggle with: how to build wealth with confidence instead of fear. Why We Need to Talk About Money (Especially as Women) Most of us weren’t taught how to manage wealth in school. We stumbled into adulthood with jobs that offered 401(k)s or insurance plans and thought, “Okay, I’m set.” But then life happens—job loss, divorce, unexpected change—and suddenly we’re left scrambling to figure out finances on our own. Women, in particular, often don’t take ownership of financial conversations until a pivotal life event forces us to. And even then, it’s easy to feel like advisors are talking at us rather than with us. That’s where Leisa is different. She’s dedicated her career to empowering people (especially women) to not only understand money but to build a healthy relationship with it. In this conversation, Leisa and I dig into: Why so many women feel behind when it comes to financial literacy. How to start building wealth even if the numbers scare you. The role of emotions—and even trauma—in shaping your money mindset. Why risk is necessary, and how to start taking smart risks without losing sleep. Her personal journey from ramen noodles and low-paying jobs to financial independence. Leisa also shares insights from her bestselling books The Mindful Millionaire and The Money Catalyst. Both take a unique approach to wealth by blending practical financial strategies with the emotional side of money—helping you rewrite your story and step into abundance. What You’ll Walk Away With By the end of this episode, you’ll see that building wealth isn’t about having all the answers or a perfect financial past—it’s about: Starting where you are. Trying something new, even if it feels uncomfortable. Learning to trust yourself with money. Whether you’re curious about making your first investment, wondering how to talk with your advisor, or just ready to stop letting fear control your financial decisions, this episode is packed with encouragement and actionable wisdom. Listen Now 🎙️ Tune in to the full episode of The Seed here. If this conversation speaks to you, don’t keep it to yourself—share it with a friend who could use a little more confidence and clarity around money too. And if you haven’t already, be sure to subscribe to The Seed so you never miss an episode filled with real talk, resources, and stories from women walking the entrepreneurial journey alongside you. ✨ Let’s cultivate growth, build wealth with confidence, and empower women in business—together. ✨ Listen to the full episode on The Seed Podcast, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Let’s keep cultivating growth and empowering women in business—together.
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    33 分