Today, we're thinking about an ethical approach to marketing with Maddy Aucoin of By Maddy Aucoin. Maddy (she/her) is a website copywriter, business owner, and public speaker. She helps creative business owners with messaging that sells through trust, integrity, and empathy. A former higher-education professional, Maddy started her second business, By Maddy Aucoin, to help brands write copy without relying on sales gimmicks or overexaggerated claims.

Today, we're thinking about the unknown paths life takes us down, how grief can shape you and how it can shape you into becoming all that you are with Kena Paranjape of All You Are. In addition to founding All You Are, Kena is the co-founder of recently acquired BRIKA, an innovative retail concept focused on highlighting and supporting emerging artisans and designers. Kena has 20 years of experience in retail at brands like Indigo, Joe Fresh, and Gap, as well as a high-end eco-friendly boutique concept.

Today, we’re thinking about all things money or $HMONEY with Anastasia Barbuzzi – a journalist and the creator/host of $HMONEY Radio. $HMONEY makes financial literacy approachable, attainable, and fun to talk about for millennial women. An open, inclusive, and judgment- free zone that promotes the idea of educating yourself to empower yourself, $HMONEY is a safe place to discuss money matters without guilt or shame.

Today, we're thinking about building connections through social entrepreneurship and mentorship with Jayne Akinyi. Jayne is a remarkable social entrepreneur whose journey has spanned four continents. She began her career as a door-to-door fundraiser in the UK, later managing her parents' hotel in Kenya. In China, she transitioned to teaching, honing her cross-cultural skills. In 2021, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey in Canada.

Phoebe Taylor is best described an artist, freak clown weirdo and Creative Director + Strategist. She is the co-founder of Do you Ever Media and co-host of the podcast Do You Ever feel like? where she and her co-host Jacque ask the questions everyone's thinking and no one is asking.

Today, we're thinking about content and community with Xanthe Appleyard of Oh Sierra Creative. If you’ve been caught up in the what do I need to post today, who is my audience, how can I go viral cycle – today is the day you stop that and start looking at your social media presence like a leader.

Today, we're BACK and having a solo catch-up of my 5 a.m. thoughts from a couple weeks ago. Grab a coffee or warm beverage while we chat about how the summer felt for me, internal struggles after an amazing start to the season and how I reset for the fall. I'm also sharing tips on what worked during my reset to hopefully help you through your own so we can end the year off on a high note!

Today, we’re joined by Ali Kates, a Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Somatic Experience Practitioner In-Training who believes that trauma & emotional pain is not just about what happened to you, but how it left your nervous system after said event. The thing that people do not realize about trauma is that it cannot be "out talked" or "out thought", it lives in the BODY. 

Today, we're thinking about building your confidence and self-trust with Mindset and Confidence Coach Breanne Burke. Breanne is the creator of ‘The Confident Formula’ and the founder of Confident Mindset Accelerator. Her mission is to help women heal their internal struggles, let go of their past and gain unshakeable self-confidence. She's also the host of the Goal Digger Guide Podcast.

Today, we're thinking about trauma-informed yoga, meditation and other pep talks with Erin Gilmore. Erin is a San Francisco-based meditation, movement and breathwork teacher with a unique and modern style and specialty in trauma-informed yoga and non-violent communication. Her movement style is Pilates meets dance meets yoga and her hope is that everyone has fun moving together.

Today, we're thinking about getting sober curious and re-examining our relationship to alcohol with returning guest, Steff Sullivan. Steff is a Certified Barre Instructor, founder of Prescription Self-Care, and Human Design Mentor, among many other titles.

Today, we're thinking about building a strong community-driven brand with Siff Haider! Siff is the host of the Dream Bigger podcast and co-founder of Arrae, a 100% natural supplement company that offer  real results and zero woo. Arrae is the wellness product for the millennial woman, who has a lot on her plate but doesn’t want to compromise on how she feels.

Today we’re thinking about all things entrepreneurship along with the world of events and travel with our special guest, Lauren Smith, founder of Modern Collective. Get ready to gain valuable insights as Lauren shares her entrepreneurial journey and expertise in curating exceptional event experiences. With over 15 years in the events and travel industry, Lauren has worked with top CEOs, entrepreneurs, and online communities, delivering high-impact and profitable experiences for their audiences.

Today, we're thinking about the transformative power of rest in a solo episode with me aka your host Kirsti McNabney. In the fast-paced world that glorifies hustle, I'm sheds light on the often-overlooked significance of embracing rest as a vital component of overall well-being – for both you and your business.

Today we're thinking about communities, podcasting, small business and more with Candyce Mollard. Candyce wears many hats – she is a wife, a mother, a podcast host on Hello Hello World, does charity work, and organizes events. What flows through her story is always community – something she thrives at creating. She is also a Gemini with mediumship capabilities and someone you can count on if you need someone to hold space for you.

Today, we're thinking about the emotional side of entrepreneurship, what fear actually can do for you, the power of podcasting and more with Scout Sobel! Scout is a trailblazer in the media industry for utilizing Podcast Tours™ as a powerful form of PR. She founded Scout's Agency in February of 2019 after recognizing the power of podcasting as a long-form, intimate medium for founders to tell their stories and expand their businesses.  

 Today we're thinking about poetry, presenting your work, sharing your story and feelings, and opening for Rupi Kaur with Desiree Mckenzie. She is an award-winning poet, arts educator, national poetry slam champion, voice actor, and photographer from Toronto.

Today, we're thinking about content creation, brand and community building and being the niche with Tess Barclay of Busy Blooming!
Tess Barclay is a Toronto-based content creator and the founder of Busy Blooming, a women-run brand on a mission to empower and connect women across the globe to build their career.

Today, we're thinking about mental health and finances with the internet big sis (or in my case younger sis) that we all need – Melanie Laurene! Melanie is a social media strategist by day, working at a boutique digital marketing agency, Arcade Studios in Calgary AB and by night, she’s a content creator with a focus on mental health, personal finance and social media.

Today we're thinking about my favourite topic of the moment – PIVOTING!