Feel Worthy Podcast
Feel Worthy Podcast is the space to pour into the event pros who pour into everyone else.
Hosted by Kayla Worthy, CMP each episode weaves together personal stories, candid conversations, and practical strategies that focus on you before the logistics and timelines. Thriving in the events industry isn’t just about flawless events, you can do that in your sleep. It is about becoming a whole, grounded person behind the scenes, so you can lead yourself, your team, and your partners with clarity and confidence.
From leadership insights to wellness, relationships, and self-care, Feel Worthy is your space to grow, lead, and live fully without losing yourself along the way.
If you’re ready to feel seen, valued, and worthy in every part of your life this podcast is for you.
Subscribe today and follow @feelworthypodcast on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn to join a community built on growth, balance, and belonging.
Episodes
42 episodes
41: Get In Event Prof, We're Going Hobby Shopping
----Hobby Shopping List ----Kayla Worthy explores the importance of hobbies for event professionals and how they can enhance well-being, creativity, and work-life balance. She share...
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40: Worth Noting In Events: Dreamforce, IAEE
Kayla Worthy explores how Dreamforce and IAEE’s attendee-behavior research are shaping the future of events. A practical listen for event professionals, organizers, and association leaders focused on event strategy, measurement, and proving the...
39: Busy Is Not A Badge of Honor: Rethinking Productivity for Event Professionals
----Kayla Worthy explores the pervasive use of the word 'busy' in our lives, especially among event professionals, and how it often masks deeper issues of exhaustion, identity, and the need for rest. She offers practical strategies to re...
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38: Worth Noting In Events: CookUnity, The Emmys, Fashion Week
---Kayla Worthy explores three events worth noting including iconic events like the Emmys, Fashion Week, and an inspiring brand activation by Cook Unity featuring celebrity chefs in the heart of New York City aka Bodegas. She identifies ...
37: Influence Isn't A Dirty Word: How Event Professionals Gain Stakeholder Buy-In
----How do you influence stakeholders when you have the event expertise but not the final authority? Kayla explores the difference between persuasion, influence, manipulation, and bullying, then shares practical strategies. Learn how to ...
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36: Worth Noting In Events: Oprah is Going to the Sphere!
In this new weekly segment - Worth Noting - Kayla Worthy explores how Oprah's innovative use of the sphere venue exemplifies strategic thinking in event design, emphasizing the importance of environment, curiosity, and purpose in creating trans...
35: Finding Joy In the Messy Middle of Moving
----Kayla shares her personal journey through moving, highlighting the challenges, lessons learned, and strategies to stay positive and focused during a stressful transition.-----Partnerships
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34: Importance of Following Up & Following Through in Event Leadership
----Kayla Worthy discusses the importance of follow-up and follow-through as essential leadership skills that build trust, enhance reputation, and improve team dynamics. She shares personal insights, practical strategies, and the evoluti...
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33: Article POV Why Publishers Need Live Events Strategies to Thrive
----Kayla Worthy discusses the evolving role of live events in business strategy, the impact of AI on content consumption, and how event professionals can elevate their strategic influence by understanding industry trends and leadership ...
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32: What if Less is Actually More?
----Kayla Worthy explores the transformative power of creating space in our lives and events by doing less. She shares insights from her move, the concept of essentialism, and practical tips for reducing cognitive load to enhance focus, ...
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31: How Strategic Event Leaders Align Cross Functional Teams
----Kayla Worthy explores the power of cross-functional collaboration in event leadership, emphasizing its role in strategic decision-making and creating memorable experiences. She shares practical insights on building effective teams, c...
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30: How Event Professionals Can Take Back Their Health
----Kayla Worthy shares her personal health journey and practical strategies for event professionals to prioritize their well-being amidst busy schedules. This episode emphasizes the importance of defining your why, making time for healt...
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29: Redefining Anti-Hustle Culture in Events | Keke Moore
-—Keke Moore, Rolling With Keke, joins Kayla Worthy and shares her journey of embracing self-worth, setting boundaries, and rejecting hustle culture to prioritize health and authenticity. We explore practical strategies for leaders and e...
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28: Lowdown on Event Production, Show Calling, & AV | Logan Clements
----Logan Clements joins Kayla Worthy and shares her journey into event production, the importance of community, and practical tips for collaboration and confidence building in the events industry.----Logan Clements
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27: You Are Not A Tree (Monday Motivation)
----Kayla Worthy shares a powerful message about recognizing the desire for more in life and overcoming the fears that keep us stuck.------PartnershipsEarn $100 w/Ally High Yie...
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26: Handle Scope Creep Without Burning Bridges | Gabriella Robuccio
----Kayla Worthy is joined by Gabriella Robuccio to talk about scope creep in event planning and why “just one more thing” can quickly impact your timeline, budget, team capacity, and event strategy.Together, they share practical ...
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25: A Midyear Reset - Goal Setting for Event Professionals
----The middle of the year is actually the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reset. In this solo episode, Kayla walks event professionals through goal-setting inspired by her Event Pro Reset workshop. You’ll reflect on where your energ...
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24: Inside Attending My First Event Business Retreat
----Kayla Worthy takes you behind the scenes of her experience at the Events Elite Retreat by Juliet Tripp. From the moments that challenged me to the conversations that shifted my perspective, I'm sharing my biggest leadership takeaways...
23: Lead Up and Take Your Seat At The Table
----Kayla Worthy explores the concept of leading up versus over-functioning in the event industry, emphasizing strategic leadership, effective communication, and building trust with leaders. She shares practical tips for creating visibil...
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22: You're Doing Great (Pep Talk)
----------You're doing a great job, no matter how messy or overwhelmed you feel right now. Sometimes, all it takes is one simple compliment to remind us that our efforts matter. Kayla Worthy sheds light on the unspoken power of en...
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21: Do You Know Your Zone of Genius?
----What if the thing holding you back is what you're really good at? In this episode, Kayla explores the hidden trap of excellence, the power of choice, and how creating space for what only you can do may be the key to your next level o...
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20: Self-Trust. The Most Underrated Event Leadership Skill
----Kayla Worthy explores the importance of self-trust in leadership, decision-making, and personal growth. She shares practical strategies to rebuild trust within yourself, regulate your nervous system, and make confident decisions to e...
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19: Motherhood & Ambition Can Co-Exist
---Kayla Worthy explores the complex relationship between motherhood and ambition, emphasizing that women can pursue both without guilt. She shares personal stories, insights from Emma Grede's book, and practical advice on balancing care...
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18: Event Professionals are Athletes: 6 Steps for Post Event Recovery
---Kayla breaks down why post-event recovery is not a luxury, it’s part of the strategy. From adrenaline crashes and cortisol overload to post-event blues and practical recovery planning, she shares how event professionals can protect th...
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17: How to Ask For Help When You Feel Overwhelmed
---Kayla Worthy shares insights on managing overwhelm during busy event seasons. She discusses how overwhelm manifests and practical strategies for delegating, and maintaining self-worth amidst high-pressure situations.------<...
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