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Forget the overnight success stories and million-dollar launch myths. This raw, honest conversation with Denise Millay—the "Findability Queen"—peels back the glossy veneer of entrepreneurship to reveal what really happens when you decide to work for yourself.

Denise's journey began not with a business plan, but with a wake-up call. Standing in a hotel lobby during yet another exhausting business trip, she received a cancer diagnosis that forced her to reevaluate everything. Though thankfully treatable, this moment became the catalyst that transformed her from corporate consultant to entrepreneur. "If you're going to work that hard for a company that has no loyalty to you," she reflects, "I would much rather put my loyalty in me."

What follows is a refreshingly candid discussion about the messy middle of building a business—the part most entrepreneurs don't share on social media. Denise reveals how her greatest corporate strength—being a versatile problem-solver—actually became her biggest entrepreneurial weakness. "Online, you need one thing, one thing," she emphasizes, describing the years-long process of narrowing her focus to become truly effective.

From the challenge of articulating your value proposition to the delicate dance of work-life balance, Denise offers practical wisdom gained through trial and error. Her advice on finding the right mentor stands out as particularly valuable: research thoroughly, observe their communication style, and ensure they're willing to answer your questions—even if you need to ask fifty times before understanding.

For anyone standing at the crossroads of continued employment or entrepreneurship, Denise offers this gem: start small, on the side, without the pressure of immediate success. "It's not something you want to do feeling panicked," she advises. And perhaps most importantly: "Stop getting ready to get ready. Just do it."

Ready to take that first small step toward building something meaningful? This episode will give you both the reality check and encouragement you need to move forward with confidence.

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Recovering from an injury can feel like crossing a bridge that abruptly stops in the middle – you've completed physical therapy, received medical clearance, but now what? This critical gap between rehabilitation and returning to your regular fitness routine is where many people stumble, often rushing back too quickly or without proper guidance.

The journey back to exercise after injury demands respect for your body's unique healing timeline. As I share from both professional expertise and personal experience, the standard recovery windows doctors provide (like "8-12 weeks") are merely guidelines – some heal faster, others slower. The key is understanding that your recovery journey belongs only to you, regardless of how quickly others might bounce back from similar injuries.

This episode walks you through the essential steps for safely returning to activity: securing proper medical clearance, working with movement specialists who can spot compensatory patterns, implementing a truly gradual progression, and perhaps most importantly, developing the patience to honor your body's signals. I offer practical examples using runners returning to their mileage, explaining how alternating walking and running segments allows the body to rebuild strength systematically rather than risking reinjury through immediate high-intensity workouts.

The mental challenges often prove more difficult than the physical ones during recovery. Progress comes in waves – improvement followed by temporary setbacks – requiring a positive mindset that trusts in your body's capacity to heal. Whether you're currently navigating injury recovery or want to prepare yourself for future setbacks, this episode provides the framework for a successful return to the activities you love. Ready to rebuild your strength safely? Join my upcoming 11-Minute Fitness Challenge or reach out for personalized guidance on your fitness journey!

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What happens when life strips away your identity? At age 50, Jennifer Arthurton found herself divorced after 22 years, an empty nester, unemployed from her corporate executive role, and battling a stress-induced illness—all at once. This perfect storm became the catalyst for a profound transformation and the birth of her platform, Old Chicks Know Shit.

During our heartfelt conversation, Jennifer reveals how she navigated this identity crisis when every role she'd used to define herself suddenly vanished. "If I'm not a wife, if I'm not a mother, if I'm not a corporate executive, then who am I?" This question resonates deeply with many women who've prioritized others while disconnecting from their authentic selves.

We explore how women unconsciously minimize our accomplishments and diminish our power through self-deprecating language and thought patterns. Jennifer shares the liberating experience of challenging limiting beliefs—including how she overcame a forty-year belief that she "wasn't a good writer" based on childhood criticism about her handwriting. This breakthrough eventually led to creating her transformative platform.

The journey through midlife reinvention requires emotional release and surrender. Jennifer describes a powerful meditation experience where suppressed emotions emerged as uncontrollable tears, creating necessary space for healing and self-discovery. For a self-described "type A" personality, letting go of control became her greatest gift, opening doors to possibilities she couldn't have planned.

For women feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, Jennifer offers practical wisdom: take the tiniest possible steps forward, challenge negative thought patterns by questioning their validity, and most importantly, create quiet time to listen to your inner voice. "Whatever question you're struggling with right now, you already have the answer. It's in there."

Ready to reclaim your power and discover what's possible in life's second act? This conversation will remind you that you already have everything you need—your accumulated wisdom, strength, and life experience have perfectly prepared you for what comes next.

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