Embrace the Squiggle
The podcast where professional women share the real, unfiltered stories behind their career pivots and squiggly journeys. Whether you're contemplating a major career shift, feeling sidelined after a break, or simply questioning "what's next?" when the traditional ladder doesn't exist, this podcast is your career navigation companion.
Hosts Colleen and Kristine bring you weekly conversations with women who've navigated career uncertainty and emerged stronger, offering practical strategies and the permission you need to create your own squiggly path.
Subscribe now to transform your career squiggles from something you endure into something you embrace.
Embrace the Squiggle
Turning a Challenging Past into a Purpose-Driven Career with Kelly Martins
What if the very things that once held you back became the foundation for everything you built?
In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Kelly Martins joins Colleen and Kristine to share the real story behind her squiggly career journey. From a background in graphic design and photography to launching her own consulting business focused on empowering others through strategic marketing and leadership support.
Kelly opens up about reclaiming her confidence after leaving a difficult relationship, and how leaning into her lived experiences became the spark for creating GRATI Consulting. Today, she combines sharp business strategy with deep empathy to help others find clarity, confidence, and direction in their own ventures.
This conversation is a powerful reminder that resilience, reinvention, and rediscovering your worth often begin in the hardest moments.
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
- How internships and mentors opened unexpected doors
- Why squiggly paths are often the most strategic moves
- How embracing her full story helped Kelly step into leadership and entrepreneurship
Connect with Kelly:
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
🔗 LinkedIn
Follow Colleen & Kristine:
🌟 Colleen on LinkedIn
🌟 Kristine on LinkedIn
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