Whiskey & Work Podcast

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How To Build Your Business For Postpartum Moms With CEO Chelsea Barbine Oct 15, 2024

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In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Chelsea Barbine, the founder of Core Care Cultivate, to discuss the transformative journey of motherhood and her belief that we are "forever postpartum." Chelsea shares her personal experience of becoming a mother and how it led to the creation of her incredible coaching program that supports moms in thriving during the postpartum period and beyond. The conversation touches on the importance of redefining postpartum, finding balance in life after birth, and the steps Chelsea took to build her business from scratch. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Chelsea's journey into motherhood and the realization that life never returns to "normal" after children
The idea of embracing a new lifestyle instead of pushing through postpartum
How Chelsea found her passion in helping new mothers through the postpartum phase and beyond
A look into the many facets of Chelsea's coaching approach, including sleep, organization, and supplementation
Chelsea shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood, family life, and her business
The emotional and mental aspects of being "forever postpartum"
Overcoming fears and challenges in launching Core Care Cultivate
The importance of finding your purpose and monetizing your passion in the digital space
How Chelsea helps moms prepare for and thrive during the fourth trimester and beyond, while maintaining their self-identity
The ongoing journey of self-exploration and support as a mother
The importance of redefining postpartum as a lifelong journey, not a period to "get through"
How her coaching program goes beyond traditional postpartum support, focusing on core care habits that support holistic well-being
Practical tips for moms transitioning into life after birth and building a business
Chelsea's reflections on the importance of constant iteration and growth in both motherhood and entrepreneurship
To learn more or connect with Chelsea visit the links below!

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How To Monetize Your Stay-At-Home-Mom Skills From CEO Ashley Buffa Oct 08, 2024

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In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Ashley Buffa, a powerhouse mother of 11 children, business owner, and home systems expert. Ashley shares her transformative approach to household management, coaching overwhelmed moms on how to shift from the "minion martyr" mindset to becoming confident, capable, and respected CEOs of their homes. With her proven systems, she teaches how to get children involved in chores, maintain structure, and create a home that is a place of peace, not stress.. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Importance of creating systems for household chores to maintain peace and order.
How Ashley shifted from a chaotic home life to a well-structured one by systematizing chores and responsibilities
Tips on how to apply business management skills to home management
The importance of introducing chores early to foster responsibility and life skills
How Ashley incorporates her kids into daily and weekly chores, making them part of the team
Fun and simple chore routines to engage even toddlers in the household tasks
Moving from a "minion martyr" mindset to a CEO mindset—leading with authority and empathy
Why it's crucial to let go of the need for perfection in maintaining a household
The importance of self-care and delegating to family members for a well-balanced home life
How to set specific times during the day for cleaning to avoid overwhelm
Examples of how Ashley organizes her day with "anchor times" for chores, making them habitual
Tips for busy families with kids in school and extracurricular activities to fit in chore time
Step-by-step guidance on introducing chores to children and phasing in new responsibilities
How to keep everyone accountable, even the stubborn family members
Insights into creating systems that ensure nothing falls through the cracks, from daily chores to quarterly deep cleans
How to combat the chaos of busy family life and reduce the stress of cleaning and organization
The importance of rewarding progress and creating a positive environment for children to contribute
To learn more or connect with Ashley visit the links below!

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Ashley Buffa's Instagram

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What It Takes To Create Your Own Whiskey With Cousins & Founders of Lodestar Whiskey Oct 01, 2024

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In this episode of Whiskey and Work, Kelsey Murphy sits down with Anna Axster and Wendelin von Schroder, co-founders of Lodestar Whiskey, a women-owned whiskey brand that's quickly gaining attention in the spirits industry. Anna and Wendelin share their fascinating journey from working in the music industry to founding a whiskey brand during the pandemic. They talk about the challenges and rewards of building a product-based business, creating a unique whiskey flavor profile, and building an authentic community around their brand. Whether you're a seasoned whiskey lover or new to the scene, you'll find inspiration in their story of taking bold leaps and crafting a business that truly aligns with their passions. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Anna & Wendelin explain their journey from the entertainment and music industry to whiskey, motivated by their passion and love for whiskey during their years of travel
Seizing the moment during the pandemic to build something authentic to their interests and experience
Anna and Wendelin talk about leveraging their skills in community-building from their music careers into growing their whiskey brand
The importance of creating a product that reflects their personal values and connects with a community that shares them
Focus on listening to their audience and adapting based on feedback
How they created a unique blend by combining a high rye bourbon and American single malt
How the product appeals to both experienced whiskey drinkers and beginners
How their success is built on authentic community-building rather than competing financially with large established brands
To learn more or connect with Anna & Wendelin visit the links below!

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Lodestar Whiskey's Website

Lodestar Whiskey's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

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Starting A Digital Course From Scratch With Swim Teacher & Little Fishies Founder Anne Cardona Sep 24, 2024

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In this episode of Whiskey and Work, Kelsey Murphy sits down with Ann Cardona, founder of Little Fishies Swim School. Ann shares her journey from military life to becoming a swim instructor, then transitioning into entrepreneurship. Discover how she built her swim school from the ground up, the challenges of turning her in-person lessons into a digital course, and her candid insights on navigating the world of online business. This episode is packed with honest conversations about entrepreneurship, online course creation, and balancing business growth with family life. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Ann's journey into the swim school business, including her initial reluctance to leave her corporate job
Ann shares how she transitioned from teaching in-person swim lessons in North Carolina to taking her expertise online
Real-time challenges and successes Ann is experiencing as she builds her online swim school program
She explains her background as a Division 1 runner and swimmer at the United States Military Academy
Ann discusses how she started teaching swim lessons locally due to a high demand in her area
Her hesitance to work six days a week and the internal dialogue that helped her shape her business to suit her lifestyle goals
Why she decided to build a digital course and join Amy Porterfield's Digital Course Academy
She highlights the difficulties of transitioning from an in-person business to the online world
Ann emphasizes the importance of staying connected to her mission of making swim lessons accessible, especially when the digital course journey becomes overwhelming
Ann gives an honest recount of the roadblocks she faced when building her course, such as setting up social media, email lists, and marketing
She reflects on her perfectionist mindset and how she had to embrace the messy process of launching her course to learn and grow
The ups and downs of digital course creation, touching on the importance of resilience, adapting strategies, and staying in the game for the long haul
Ann talks about her experience with social media and the realization that building a course business requires more than just a sales page
To learn more or connect with Ann visit the links below!

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Ann Cardona's Website

Ann Cardona's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

Brilliant Nutrition Coaching After Living With MS From World Famous Nutritionist Alene Brennan Sep 17, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey Murphy dives into an enlightening conversation with Alene Brennan, a nutrition coach specializing in autoimmune diseases and chronic illness management. Alene shares her journey of managing her health through nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle changes. They discuss the challenges and changes that come with chronic illness, and Alene provides practical insights on how we can start making small yet impactful shifts in our daily lives. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Alene's journey as a functional nutrition counselor, her personal battle with multiple sclerosis (MS), and her work with individuals living with autoimmune diseases
Alene shares her story of growing up with chronic migraines and her journey into nutrition and wellness.
She discusses her frustrations with the traditional medical approach and how she found empowerment through food and lifestyle changes
Alene talks about her MS diagnosis in 2016 and the emotional impact of receiving such news
She emphasizes the importance of diet and lifestyle changes in managing chronic illness and maintaining overall health.
She challenges the notion that diet doesn't impact autoimmune diseases and shares her approach to living with MS.
Alene explains the mindset shift that helped her manage burnout and prioritize her health.
The importance of tuning into your body's needs and the practice of prioritizing daily tasks to create balance
Alene shares her top strategies for managing stress, including prioritizing tasks, listening to the body's needs, and embracing the importance of rest
To learn more or connect with Alene visit the links below!

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Alene Brennan's Website

Alene Brennan's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

How to Elevate Your Worth & Ignite Your Wealth {Featuring Cathy Heller} Apr 16, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with transformational coach, best-selling author, and podcast host, Cathy Heller. They discuss Cathy's journey from a soul-searching trip to Jerusalem to becoming a successful podcaster and businesswoman, the importance of finding purpose, creating a fulfilling life, and balancing motherhood and career, as well as importance of authenticity and being present in one's journey Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Cathy's background and journey from a soul-searching trip to Jerusalem to becoming a successful podcaster and businesswoman
Insights on finding purpose, creating a fulfilling life, and balancing motherhood and career
Discussion on the importance of authenticity, authenticity, and being present in one's journey
Exploration of the common challenges individuals face in pursuing their goals, such as fear of failure and self-doubt
Insights from Cathy on the power of mindfulness, meditation, and mastering the mind to overcome obstacles
Reframing thoughts and beliefs to cultivate courage and alignment in business and life
Cathy's perspective on the importance of authenticity and empathy in building meaningful connections and relationships
Discussion on letting go of the need for external validation and embracing one's unique voice and purpose
Insights on the power of love and acceptance in navigating challenges and serving others authentically
To learn more or connect with Cathy visit the links below!

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Cathy Heller's Website

Cathy Heller's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

The 5 Tenets To Peaceful Parenting and How They Apply to Business and Life {Featuring Albiona Rakipi} Apr 09, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with parenting and host of The Parenting Reframe podcast, Albiona Rakipi. They discuss the challenges and triggers parents face in today's world, the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's own parenting style, and the uniqueness of each child-parent relationship and the significance of parental intuition. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Kelsey's personal journey with Albiona and highlights Albiona's expertise in parenting and building a successful business
The challenges and triggers parents face in today's world
Emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and understanding one's own parenting style
The concept of "mastering the pause" to respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively
The uniqueness of each child-parent relationship and the significance of parental intuition
Albiona's journey from being a teacher to a successful parenting coach
Her initial reluctance towards social media and how she eventually embraced platforms like TikTok
The unexpected viral success of her TikTok video on parenting, leading to significant growth in her audience and business
The importance of consistency and authenticity in content creation
The value of setting personal goals and staying true to one's values while building a business
The need to pause and check in with oneself amidst the chaos of daily life
Insights on maintaining balance and identifying what truly matters in both parenting and business endeavors
To learn more or connect with Albiona visit the links below!

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Albiona Rakipi's' Website

Albiona Rakipi's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

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The 3 Money Myths That Keep You Broke (and how to bust through them!) {Featuring Sarah Walton} Apr 02, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with business coach, sales expert, and host of the Game On Girlfriend Podcast, Sarah Walton. They discuss the importance of prioritizing mindset in financial success, busting through three specific money myths, and the need to address money mindset before diving into financial strategies. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Sarah's expertise and experience in helping women start and grow businesses
Money mindset and busting through three specific money myths
Discussing the importance of prioritizing mindset in financial success
Emphasizing the need to address money mindset before diving into financial strategies
Sharing personal experiences and insights into the significance of mindset in achieving financial goals
Sarah's personal journey from poverty to success and her deep understanding of abundance mindset
Exploring the myth that "more is better" and its impact on financial mindset
Sharing examples of how chasing more can lead to dissatisfaction and stress
Offering practical tips for shifting perspective and recognizing existing abundance
Discussing the pervasive belief that "there's not enough" and its implications for business owners
Introducing simple exercises to shift mindset and recognize opportunities for abundance
Sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice for overcoming scarcity mindset
Exploring the harmful myth that certain limitations are inherent and unchangeable
Discussing the danger of toxic positivity and the need to challenge societal norms
Offering insights into breaking free from limiting beliefs and embracing possibilities
To learn more or connect with Sarah visit the links below!

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Sarah Waltons' Website

Sarah Walton's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

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From Business Partnerships To Starting A Business From Scratch, How Pure Salt Interiors Rose To Fame {Featuring Leigh Lincoln} Mar 26, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with co-founder of Pure Salt Interiors Leigh Lincoln. They discuss the journey from college roommates to business partners with her best friend and co-founder of Pure Salt Interiors Aly, the dynamics of business partnerships, and the importance of nurturing the partnership and maintaining communication. Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Leigh's background and introduction to Pure Salt Interiors
Collaboration with Aly, her business partner, and their journey from college roommates to business partners
Transitioning from individual careers to entrepreneurship
The dynamics of business partnerships
Recognizing the importance of nurturing the partnership and maintaining communication
The significance of setting clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations
Utilizing coaching and external support to navigate challenges and conflicts
Balancing differing personalities and skill sets within the partnership
Strategic decision-making in business growth: aligning opportunities with long-term goals
Recognizing the need for occasional pauses to reassess and realign business strategies
Investing time and resources in personal and professional development
Protecting the friendship aspect of the business partnership
Emphasizing the importance of reinvestment for sustainable business growth
To learn more or connect with Leigh, visit the links below!

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Links Mentioned

Pure Salt Interiors' Website

Pure Salt Interiors' Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

Making Irresistible Digital Products That Grow Your Customer's & Your Bottom Line {Featuring Julie Chenell} Mar 19, 2024

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In this episode of the Whiskey and Work Podcast, Kelsey sits down with co-founder of FG Funnels, Julie Chenell. They discuss Julie's journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a successful digital marketing expert and coach, her role as the co-founder of FG Funnels and her mission to make tech and design accessible for entrepreneurs, and the importance of creative marketing strategies, such as bolt-on offers, in attracting clients and driving sales Sit back, relax and grab a pen and paper for this one — you're going to want to take some notes!

What we're talking about…

Julie's journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a successful digital marketing expert and coach
Julie's transition from blogging to freelancing and eventually launching her own businesses
Her expertise in helping thousands of entrepreneurs create, build, and grow profitable online businesses
Julie's role as the co-founder of FG Funnels and her mission to make tech and design accessible for entrepreneurs
The unique features of FG Funnels and how it bridges the gap between beautiful branding and analytics
Highlight the importance of creative marketing strategies, such as bolt-on offers, in attracting clients and driving sales
Explore the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in 2023 and the anticipated trends in 2024
Discuss the significance of solving level five problems and offering niche-specific solutions to target audiences
The concept of stability and variety in business offers, emphasizing the importance of a clear, irresistible core offer complemented by creative bolt-on offers.
The process of identifying one's cursive genius and aligning it with a market demand.
Highlight the importance of standing out in a crowded marketplace by focusing on a specific niche or problem-solving approach
Examples of effective USPs and strategies for communicating value to potential clients
To learn more or connect with Julie, visit the links below!

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Julie Chenell's Website

Julie Chenell's Instagram

Kelsey Murphy's Website

Kelsey Murphy's Instagram

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