The Bold Dreamer

The Bold Dreamer

by Kristina Baranowski
Season 2
15. Fueling Success: Breaking Barriers in the CPG Space with Brittany Caldwell, Founder of Go Brazee Energy Drinks
Join us in this inspiring podcast episode as we sit down with Brittany Caldwell, the resilient founder of Go Brazee Energy Drinks. In a world dominated by giants, Brittany shares her journey of breaking into the highly competitive Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) space with her innovative product – a clean energy drink crafted from green coffee beans, electrolytes, and BCAAs. Brittany's story is a testament to perseverance, as she reveals the hurdles she faced when everything seemed to go wrong. From navigating the intricacies of the beverage industry to overcoming setbacks that would have discouraged many, Brittany's determination and passion for her product kept her moving forward. Discover the secrets behind Go Brazee's success and how Brittany turned adversity into opportunity. Learn about the challenges she encountered, the lessons she gained, and the strategies that propelled her brand to new heights. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur or someone facing obstacles in your journey, this episode is a must-listen for insights on resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of success in the competitive CPG space. Tune in to hear Brittany Caldwell's empowering story and gain valuable takeaways that will inspire you to push through challenges and keep chasing your dreams. Resources: Website: gobrazee.com Instagram: @brittanymsc
14. The Power of Functional Nutrition, Healing PCOS and the Truth About Botox with Ashley Edwards
Ashley Edwards, the founder of Blu Health, joins us to shed light on the significance of functional nutrition in improving our overall health. She shares her wealth of knowledge and practical insights, emphasizing the holistic approach to wellness that functional nutrition offers.Are you struggling with PCOS or know someone who is? Ashley reveals her top tips for addressing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) naturally. From dietary recommendations to lifestyle adjustments, she guides us through the steps to better hormonal balance and improved well-being.In a world where Botox and cosmetic procedures are becoming increasingly popular, Ashley cuts through the noise to uncover the truth about Botox. She shares her expertise on the benefits, risks, and considerations when it comes to this widely debated topic, helping you make informed decisions about your cosmetic choices.There is so much to learn in this episode and we hope you leave it feeling empowered AF.Resources:Website: www.bluhealthco.comInstagram: @blu.health
13. The Destigmatization of Influencing and Building a Multi-Faceted Home Design Business with Megan + John Kaplar
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Megan + John Kaplar are the founders and faces behind The Arched Manor, a multi-faceted business with a social media presence, design services, and thriving blog. We go over everything from the stigma around being influencers, how much work actually goes in to running a social platform, and how they are navigating this journey as a couple. Megan + John are the most fun, and this episode is full of laughs - as we cover the business basics. Resources: Website: archedmanor.com Instagram: @archedmanor
12. Channeling Abundance and Wealth Through Sacred Femininity with Jennifer Whitaker
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This is such a special and powerful episode with Jennifer Whitaker, a Spiritual Wealth + Empowerment Coach, rewriting everything we know about what acquiring (and keeping) wealth really looks like. Her radical approach to abundance is rooted in remembering how sacred and worthy we truly are of everything we want and desire in this life. We share so many a-ha moments, while exploring the energetics behind money patterns that don't serve us. I hope you feel all of the magic that is intertwined throughout the entire episode.Resources:Website: https://jenwhitaker.comInstagram: @jenlwhitaker
11. Solo Episode - Finding the Magic in Slowing Down
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So glad to be back for Season 2 of The Bold Dreamer! This is a quick + dirty solo episode on where I have been the last few months, how I have holistically brought myself out of an autoimmune flare, and how I force myself to find the beauty in times of slowing down. I also dive into how slowing down has allowed me to set better boundaries for myself, have personal epiphanies, and get even more comfy with who I am at my core. I am so glad to be back and I hope you find little nuggets of inspo inside this episode.
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10. Mastering Short Term Rentals, Effectively Branding Your Business, and Not Being Afraid to Pivot with Steph Weber
I sat down with Steph Weber, face and founder behind The Weber Co and most recently, Hosted by the Webers, where she is not only running her own short-term rental business, but also TEACHING others how to do it, and do it well. Steph started out as a fashion influencer and through the magic of pivots, has started multiple businesses while gaining invaluable skills. We cover everything from why your short-term rental isn't performing well to the dream of living in a camper. Steph is the epitome of dreaming, doing, then dreaming bigger. If you have ever considered a side hustle or need some pro tips on branding your business, this episode is worth the listen, Steph is so full of knowledge and a force to be reckoned with.Resources:Instagram: @hostedbythewebers | @thewebercoWebsite: hostedbythewebers.com
9. Walking Away From What No Longer Serves You, Starting Over and Rebuilding the Life You Know You Are Worthy Of
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I sat down with Diana Morales, a self-made social media expert, and we chat everything from leaving toxic jobs and relationships to navigating through pivots and knowing that you are worthy of the life you want to live. We cover how misleading social media can be, but also what an amazing tool it is to well, stay social, and grow a business. We have both had to start over and fight for our passions, and you can tell throughout the episode how determined we are about making this happen for ourselves. Diana also discusses the value of an engaged audience vs the 'big' audience so many of us strive for. This episode is full of inspiring words of wisdom, business tips and many laughs. We hope you love it.Resources:Instagram: @justdianamoralesOther Links:NutPods: https://glnk.io/93op/kristinabaranowskiCode: KRISTINABARANOWSKI for 15% OFF
8. Learning Your Business in Real-Time, Navigating Singleness in Your Thirties, and an Honest Discussion About Proactive Fertility with Sarah Parker Mounce
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I sat down with Sarah Parker Mounce, the Founder and face behind Covenant Services, what started as an errand and dog-walking company that has turned into a full-blown contracting company. Sarah Parker discusses how she intended to start one type of business, but while trusting the process, let it turn into what it was meant to, all while learning everything about the industry along the way. We chat navigating being single in your thirties, while it seems everyone around you is married and having kids (okay, they kind of are), trusting your life's timing and managing the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. We both open up about our proactive fertility journeys and what those looked like and mean to both of us. It is an emotional, raw and honest episode, and Sarah Parker is such a force of joy. Resources:Website: convenantserve.comInstagram: @spmounce | @covenantservicesOther Resources:NutPods: https://glnk.io/93op/kristinabaranowskiuse code KRISTINABARANOWSKI for 15% off your entire order
7. Breaking Into an Industry, Finding Your Unique Voice, and Redefining 'The Dream' with Sara Hargrove
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In this episode, I sat down with Sara Hargrove, the Founder and face behind Sarandipity Photography, a thriving wedding photography business based in Northern Virginia. The conversation covers everything from properly accounting for business taxes all the way to redefining what success truly means to us (spoiler, it is not mansions and yachts). We discuss Sara breaking into an industry that is already so well established, how she found her unique voice and style, and how that is now her business superpower. This episode is so fun, and I hope it feels like you are sitting down with two of your besties, because you really are.Also in this episode:• Navigating imposter syndrome• Working less and learning to say no while setting boundaries• The power of unfollowing everyone you look up to on social mediaResources:Website: sarandipityphoto.comInstagram: sarandipityphotographyOther notes:Get NutPods: https://glnk.io/93op/kristinabaranowski15% OFF: KRISTINABARANOWSKI
6. Pivoting, Trusting the Process, and the Raw Truth on Entrepreneurship with Alyson Pollard
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In this episode, I sat down with fellow serial entrepreneur, and my longtime friend, Alyson Pollard, owner and founder of Wheelhouse Yoga. The conversation went exactly as you would expect from two friends who have had their fair share of hardships in biz. Raw, real and honest. We chat everything from turning an idea into a tangible business, pivoting and surviving the pandemic as an entrepreneur, and what finances really look like in the early stages of business. This episode really highlights that our intuition knows best, and beautiful things come from truly following your heart.Resources:Instagram: @wheelhouseyoga_novaWebsite: www.wheelhouseyoga.comBlog: https://www.mindyours.blogOther:NutPods: https://glnk.io/93op/kristinabaranowski15% off your entire order: KRISTINABARANOWSKI
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