In this empowering episode, host Mel chats with Silvia Hernandes, founder of Lean HR Partners and contributing author in Six Figure Chicks: Phoenix Volume One. Silvia shares her incredible journey from 30 years in corporate HR to becoming an entrepreneur who now supports businesses with people-first strategies and career coaching.

Silvia opens up about the challenges of launching a business from scratch, the power of resilience, and why there’s no Plan B when you’re all in on your dreams. She also reveals how authorship and sharing her story became a beacon for young women—including her own inner child. Bonus: you'll get a glimpse into her fairytale wedding plans and hear who she’d love to have dinner with (hint: she’s all about buying boring businesses and making bank).

This episode is a masterclass in leading with heart, trusting your expertise, and letting go of what doesn’t serve you—so you can rise, boldly and unapologetically.

About Silvia:

Silvia Hernandes is an award-winning HR Strategist and Founder of Lean Human Resources Partners. With over 25 years of global experience and certifications in HR, Lean Six Sigma, and an MBA, Silvia blends psychology and operational excellence to help small businesses solve complex HR challenges and professionals build fulfilling careers. Formerly the Chief of Human Resources for the State of Arizona, she led transformative projects that saved millions and earned recognition from the Governor. Now based in Scottsdale, she’s passionate about helping others unlock their true potential through focused strategy and purposeful action.

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Let’s grow together — because six figures is just the beginning.

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In this energizing episode, host Mel chats with Lucy Kairalla, founder of Plain Language Matters and contributing author in Six Figure Chicks: Phoenix Volume One. Lucy shares how simplifying your message can transform your brand’s ability to connect—and convert.

From overcoming the challenges of being a non-native English speaker to helping businesses cut through the noise, Lucy reveals why clarity is power. She breaks down the biggest communication mistake businesses make, the importance of knowing what to say and how, and why your audience doesn’t want complicated—they want connection.

Whether you’re rewriting a website or reimagining your brand, this episode is a reminder: the simplest messages are the ones that stick.

About Lucy:

Lucy Kairalla is the CEO and chief marketing strategist at Plain Language Marketing. She’s earned two MBA degrees, and is a certified SEO SEMrush specialist. She serves businesses ready to scale and has mentored and supported hundreds of women entrepreneurs. With over 15 years of experience, Lucy is an expert in helpling complex businesses communicate clearly with their customers. Her agency uses groundbreaking organic marketing and Ai tools supporting every stage of business.

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Let’s grow together — because six figures is just the beginning.

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In this powerful and personal episode, host Mel welcomes Lady Jen Du Plessis—CEO of Kinetic Spark Consulting, creator of multiple coaching programs, and a featured author in the very first Six Figure Chicks book. Known for helping high-achieving entrepreneurs take control of their business and life, Jen shares the lessons that helped her step out of hustle and into harmony.

From walking the “concrete balance beam” of burnout to becoming a master of mindful success, Jen opens up about the importance of mirroring your own expertise, shedding old armor, and embracing the mantra: #LessIsMore. You’ll also hear the story behind her unexpected superpower (spoiler: don’t challenge her at the range!) and why authorship remains a key tool in building legacy and impact.

This episode is for the woman ready to grow by slowing down and choosing purpose over pressure.

About Lady Jen:

Jen Du Plessis is America’s Lifestyle Mastery Mentor, helping high-achieving entrepreneurs and professionals create success without sacrificing what matters most. Through her signature masterminds, she empowers others to multiply their results and live a life of luxury, on their terms.

With over 40 years in the financial services industry and more than $1 billion in funded loans, Jen is a former Top 200 mortgage originator, 8x #1 Amazon bestselling author, podcast and TV show host, and a sought-after speaker who has shared stages with icons like Tony Robbins and Les Brown.

Today, she leads high-level masterminds and retreats for entrepreneurs ready to scale with intention, reclaim their time, and start living their legacy, right now.

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Let’s grow together — because six figures is just the beginning.

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