If you've ever struggled with confidence around finances, or questioned your value as a woman, mother, or entrepreneur, this episode is for you. In this episode, Leah shares her deeply personal journey with money, mindset, and self-worth.

Leah opens up about how going through a difficult divorce sparked a journey of emotional and financial reinvention. From feeling broken and unworthy to becoming a financially empowered business owner, she walks us through the mindset shifts that helped her step into abundance. You’ll hear actionable insights around identifying your money story, getting aligned with your partner, and taking small but impactful steps to regain financial control.

This episode is rich with encouragement, practical tips and money mindset shifts every female entrepreneur needs to hear—from building daily money habits to using budgeting tools and investing with confidence. Whether you’re just beginning your financial journey or looking to level up, Kellie and Leah's honest conversation will help you rethink your relationship with money and recognize your true worth. Tune in to learn how empowerment, confidence, and clarity can radically transform your life and finances.

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Want to build stronger, more authentic relationships, at home, in business, and in your community? In this episode, Nicole McAlister breaks down the power of a “contribution mindset” and how giving without expectations can deepen connection and create real impact.

Whether you’re a busy entrepreneur, a mother navigating relationships, or a woman striving to show up more meaningfully, this conversation will challenge the way you think about connection. Nicole shares actionable ways to lead with generosity, create emotional boundaries, and stop overthinking the act of giving. You’ll learn what contribution mindset is, how to build intentional relationships, how to give without expecting anything in return, how to stop overthinking in relationships, and how to show up authentically in relationships.

Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - What is a contribution mindset?
02:05 - Why giving without expectations creates better relationships
05:15 - Balancing relationships when life feels busy
06:33 - How to stop overthinking giving
09:16 - Setting healthy boundaries while staying generous
11:00 - Final thoughts: How to show up authentically in relationships?

Tune in to discover how shifting your mindset from “What do I get?” to “How can I give?” unlocks fulfillment, trust, and authentic relationships, without burnout. If you're ready to deepen your relationships and lead with intention, this episode is for you.

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Instagram: @‌nicolethecarolinasrealtor

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Think you know what pageants are all about? This episode will challenge everything you thought you knew. In this episode, we sit down with Julie Holmes, Mrs South Carolina 2025, who proves that pageantry is less about gowns and crowns, and more about purpose, community, and courage. At 40 years old and a mom of three, Julie stepped into the world of pageants for the first time and hasn’t looked back.

Julie shares the deeply personal story that inspired her platform—the Ronald McDonald House—after her infant son’s unexpected hospitalizations. Her raw, heartfelt experience as a parent in crisis fuels her mission to uplift families across South Carolina through service, advocacy, and authentic connection. She shares what it’s really like to compete in the Mrs. America pageant system, including the mindset, preparation, and sisterhood that helped her thrive. This is a must-listen for any woman who’s ever wondered, “Could I really do something that bold?”

Whether you’re a pageant hopeful, mom balancing big dreams, or someone looking for your next step in community impact, this episode offers a fresh, authentic look at the power of purpose, and what happens when you finally say yes to yourself.

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Instagram: @‌julies.holmes

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