The Woman's Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship
The Woman’s Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship is a podcast that dives into the real, unfiltered journeys of women entrepreneurs, the wins, the setbacks that build resilience, and the lessons learned along the way.
Each episode blends honest storytelling with practical insight, expert advice, and strategic takeaways on the topics that matter most for women in both business and life.
Whether you’re just starting your journey, considering the leap into entrepreneurship, or focused on scaling with intention, The Woman’s Hustle is a motivating reminder that you’re never walking this entrepreneurial road alone.
The Woman's Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship is brought to you by Upgraded MindsetZ Media. To learn more about the mission and what we offer, visit: https://linktr.ee/LifeCoachKayWds
The Woman's Hustle: Thrills and Spills of Entrepreneurship
Using Your Story to Inspire and Impact
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In this episode of The Woman's Hustle: Coach Kay and Mary Beth O'Connor discuss Mary Beth's incredible journey from addiction to becoming a federal judge.
They explore themes of resilience, the importance of mental health, and the power of advocacy in reducing stigma around addiction. Mary Beth shares her experiences of reevaluating her life after retirement, the challenges of publishing her work, and the message that it's never too late to pursue one's passions and make a difference in the world as an entrepreneur and beyond.
Key takeaways from this episode:
- Advocacy can take many forms, and sharing your story is powerful.
- There is no timeline for success; it's about taking the next step.
- Aligning your skills with your interests can lead to fulfilling opportunities.
Mary Beth has been sober since 1994. She also is in recovery from abuse, trauma, ptsd, and anxiety. Her story is chronicled in her memoir From Junkie to Judge: One Woman’s Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction. She’s had essays in such publications as The Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, and Recovery Today.
Mary Beth is a Director for She Recovers Foundation and LifeRing Secular Recovery. She regularly speaks on behalf of these organizations and about multiple and secular paths to recovery. She develops relationships with other organizations, such as Women for Sobriety. And Mary Beth trains attorneys and medical professionals about substance use disorder and recovery. Find more on Mary at https://junkietojudge.com/
Chapters:
01:20 - From Trauma to Triumph
04:44 - Reevaluating Life After Retirement
09:09 - The Importance of Mental Health
14:42 - Advocacy and Reducing Stigma
17:06 - Thrills and Spills of Publication
20:39 - It's Never Too Late to Start
22:01 - Future Endeavors and Closing Thoughts
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- Female Business Owner (full or part-time) operating for a minimum of ONE year
- Looking to expand your audience
- Open to sharing your challenges, triumphs, and insight as an Entrepreneur
- Audio and Video Recording
- Virtual and In Person available
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