• Bias Disguised as “Culture Fit” with London Wolfe
    Dec 26 2025
    Why “they’re not a good fit for our culture” often means “their brain works differently than ours”—and how this mindset quietly sustains bias in hiring and promotion.This week on Exposing the Hidden Reality, we’re joined by London Wolfe, a business alignment strategist and cognitive leadership trainer, to unpack one of the most subtle and damaging forms of workplace bias: the myth of “culture fit.”London helps leaders recognize that most workplace conflict isn’t about personality—it’s about how different brains process information, communicate, and solve problems. Drawing from her background in education, organizational leadership, and her own lived experience as a neurodivergent professional, London brings a fresh, deeply human perspective to conversations about cognitive diversity.Together, we’ll explore:✨ How “culture fit” often hides unconscious bias✨ The difference between personality clashes and thinking pattern differences✨ Practical ways leaders can uncover their blind spots✨ How to recognize and leverage cognitive diversity across teams✨ What to do when a “performance problem” is actually a wiring mismatchLondon’s work has transformed teams across business, education, and government sectors—helping leaders build inclusive environments where diverse thinkers can thrive.She’s offering a free Authentic Business Roadmap to help you identify where your own thinking patterns might be creating blind spots in leadership.🔗 Download it here: https://tinyurl.com/4re5s5h9For Corporate Leaders:🔗 Download here: https://tinyurl.com/Cognitiveleadership📲Connect with London Wolfe:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/londonwolfe255 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purpose.driven.business.hubAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we:✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world?Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    42 Min.
  • Perimenopause: “You’re Not Too Young. You’re Not Imagining It.” with Jessica O'Sickey
    Dec 16 2025
    Welcome to Exposing the Hidden Reality, a weekly conversation for women who are ready to ask better questions, challenge the narratives we’ve been handed, and reclaim agency over our lives, our work, and our bodies.Today’s conversation is one so many women will recognize.We’re joined by Jessica O’Sickey, a nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience in cardiothoracic intensive care, and a dual-certified Macro and Functional Nutrition Coach. Jess works with women 35 and over who are navigating perimenopause, weight changes, fatigue, and the deep frustration of being told everything looks “normal” when they know something isn’t right.Jess’s own turning point came when she began experiencing extreme fatigue, heavier periods, loss of libido, brain fog, and emotional volatility. Despite her medical background, she was repeatedly dismissed. Told she was too young for perimenopause. Offered antidepressants she didn’t ask for. Advised that she was simply tired from having young children.It wasn’t until she pursued functional hormone testing on her own that she finally received validation, clarity, and a path forward. That experience reshaped not only her health, but her entire professional mission.In this conversation, we talk about what perimenopause actually looks like, why so many women are dismissed in clinical settings, how diet and lifestyle shifts can support hormonal health without restriction or extremes, and what it really means to advocate for yourself when the system isn’t listening.This is a conversation about trusting your body, asking harder questions, and refusing to accept being minimized.About Jessica O’SickeyJessica O’Sickey is a Nurse Practitioner and dual-certified Macro & Functional Nutrition Coach who helps women 35+ navigate perimenopause, lose weight, and feel like themselves again—without restriction or overwhelm. After losing 50 pounds in her 40s, she teaches women how to support their hormones, advocate for their health, and make simple, sustainable changes that actually help them feel better. She blends medical expertise with real-life mom practicality, making perimenopause and wellness feel empowering, not confusing.Connect with Jessica:Website: https://msha.ke/jessicaosickeycoachingIG: @themacro_npTo schedule your Hormones vs. Habits Audit, email Jessica O'Sickey at jessicaosickeycoaching@gmail.comAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we:✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world?Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    48 Min.
  • Building Your Own Blueprint: Claiming Space in the Trades with Claire Summers-Jones
    Dec 9 2025
    Women in the trades are often told — directly or indirectly — that they don’t belong. Yet every shop, studio, and construction site proves otherwise. In this episode, we sit down with Claire Summers-Jones, a theatrical carpenter, technical engineer, educator, and founder of Beech Tree Studio, to explore what it really takes for women to claim space in historically male-dominated industries.Claire — known affectionately as Carpenter Barbie — brings over a decade of experience in technical theatre, creative engineering, teaching, and hands-on mentorship. Her story weaves together creativity, resilience, humor, and the kind of grit that only comes from repeatedly walking into rooms where no one expects you.We explore what many creatives quietly wonder:“Can my artistic background turn into a career that’s legitimate, sustainable, and respected?”Claire shows us how — and why the trades desperately need more voices like hers.In this conversation, we dig into:• What it takes to navigate and thrive as a woman in the trades• How theatrical carpentry and creative problem-solving translate into engineering, leadership, and entrepreneurship• The myths about “legitimate” careers and why creative skills are deeply undervalued (and wildly transferable)• How Beech Tree Studio is creating a safe, empowering, community-driven space for makers of all levelsThis episode is for every woman who’s ever been underestimated, every creative who wondered if their skills “count,” and anyone daring to build a life without waiting for permission.About Claire Summers-JonesClaire Summers-Jones is a self-described Carpenter Barbie with more than 10 years of experience in theatrical carpentry, technical engineering, and creative education. She has taught at the NYC College of Technology and Pace University, led scenery crews at New York Shakespeare Festival’s Shakespeare in the Park, and mentored countless early-career makers, builders, and designers.Now the founder of Beech Tree Studio, Claire brings her passion for teaching, empowerment, inclusivity, and hands-on creativity into a space designed for makers of all ages and skill levels. Beech Tree is the culmination of her years spent creating, collaborating, and championing accessible pathways into the trades.Connect with ClaireWebsite: https://www.beechtreestudios.comInstagram: @beechtree_creativeTikTok: @csumjoFind Claire Summers-Jones and her latest courses at Beech Tree Studios here: https://www.beechtreestudios.com/classes-eventsAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we: ✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women ✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths ✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms ✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world?Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    51 Min.
  • From People Pleasing To Self Worth: Hypnotherapy, Labels, and Letting Go with Alyssa Zonghetti
    Dec 4 2025
    Women are handed labels long before they are handed support. Wife. Widow. Single. Childfree. Caretaker. “Too much.” “Not enough.” We are praised for people pleasing, rewarded for self-sacrifice, and quietly shamed when our lives do not match the script.In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa Zonghetti, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who works with women to break old patterns, release shame, and reclaim the self-worth, self-confidence, and self-love they were never taught to claim.We explore what it really takes to stop performing for everyone else, meet yourself where you are, and create change at the subconscious level instead of white-knuckling your way through habits you secretly hate.We explore:• What clinical hypnotherapy actually is and how it differs from the Hollywood or stage show version• How people pleasing, shrinking, and repeating relationship patterns are rooted in self-worth, self-confidence, and self-love• The hidden expectations around marriage, divorce, widowhood, and being single without children• How hypnotherapy complements therapy and coaching to create lasting subconscious changeThis conversation is for women who are tired of carrying everyone else’s expectations, who have walked through loss or difficult relationships, and who are ready to rewrite what confidence, worth, and possibility look like on their terms.About Alyssa ZonghettiAlyssa Zonghetti is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach dedicated to helping women break free from old habits, overcome fears, and reclaim their confidence so they can live more, love more, and earn more. After losing her estranged husband to suicide at 31, Alyssa found herself grieving, isolated, and out of sync with the life milestones of her peers. Through deep personal development work, she began unpacking patterns of narcissistic relationships, people pleasing, and low self-worth that had shaped her choices.What began as sharing her story publicly and building online communities for women has grown into a thriving hypnotherapy and coaching practice. Today, Alyssa blends subconscious reprogramming, mindset work, and emotional healing to help clients increase their self-worth and create meaningful change in business, leadership, and life. She is a member of the International Certification Board of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH) and was recognized as “Best Hypnotherapist” in Boston by Boston Business Women.Connect with AlyssaWebsite: https://www.atozhypnotherapy.com Rapid Clarity Session: https://www.atozhypnotherapy.com/rapidclarity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealyssaz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssamzAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we:✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world? Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    43 Min.
  • Unfunk Yourself: EQ, Mindfulness, and the Power of the Pause with Emily Hampton Morash
    Dec 4 2025
    We are living in a world that rewards speed, reactivity, and constant output. Women are praised for multitasking, staying “on” all the time, and keeping everyone else regulated while quietly ignoring their own nervous system. Mindfulness gets written off as a luxury. Emotions get labeled as weakness. And our bodies keep the score.In this episode, we sit down with Emily Hampton Morash, author of Unfunk Yourself, emotional intelligence educator, and mindfulness facilitator who is on a mission to help people get out of their own way. Emily brings equal parts science, humor, and tough love as she breaks down what is actually happening in our brains when we are triggered, flooded, or on edge… and what it really takes to pause instead of react.We talk about the hard stuff no one explains in leadership training: why our fear center runs the show, why “just push it down” never works, and how unprocessed emotions turn into physical symptoms, resentment, and burnout. Emily gives us practical tools to regulate in real time and reminds us that feeling our feelings is not indulgent. It is necessary for survival.We explore:Why mindfulness is not woo and not a luxury, but a strategic and emotional survival skillWhat your limbic system and amygdala are doing behind the scenes when you read that one-line email or textHow box breathing and simple pauses can shift your nervous system and your optionsThe cost of suppressing emotions and how they show up in the body, relationships, and leadershipWhy anger is rarely a “pure” emotion and what it often reveals underneathHow to notice your stories, assumptions, and judgments with less shame and more curiosityThe power of self-compassion, emotional awareness, and “being the llama among the goats” in chaotic environmentsThis conversation is for women who are tired of white-knuckling their way through work and life, who want to respond instead of react, and who are ready to treat their emotional world as data and wisdom, not a problem to hide.About Emily Hampton MorashEmily Hampton Morash is an author, workshop facilitator, emotional intelligence educator, and mindfulness educator. With a background in clinical work, nonprofit leadership, and organizational development, she helps leaders and teams understand how the brain, nervous system, and emotions shape their communication, decisions, and culture. Emily is the creator of The Mindful Leader Practice, a workshop that blends neuroscience, social psychology, and practical tools to help people notice their patterns, disrupt mindless reactions, and lead from a more grounded, intentional place. Known for her humor, honesty, and “loving tough talk,” she is committed to helping people give themselves more grace, process what they actually feel, and make the internal shifts that lead to healthier workplaces and relationships.Learn more about Emily’s book, Unfunk Yourself, here:https://amzn.to/44JwPZ7*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.Connect with Emily:Website (Book + Resources): https://unfunkyourselfbook.comBusiness Website: https://hamptonmorash.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymorashInstagram: @unfunk_yourself_bookAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we:✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world? Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn:...
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    59 Min.
  • Beyond Busy: Escaping the Bottleneck of Stuff with Ann Rusnak
    Dec 3 2025
    What if the problem is not that you need to “try harder” or buy a fancier planner, but that the entire productivity game was never designed with your life in mind? Most time management advice assumes you have a clean slate, a house elf and zero children.

    In this episode, we talk candidly with our guest, Ann Rusnak. She had a booming business, a family, a pile of invisible housework and a body that finally said “enough” by collapsing on the way to take her daughter to school.From that crash she rebuilt her business and her life using 15 minute windows, ruthless focus and a deep commitment to rest. Today she mentors women entrepreneurs to create a 5 star lifestyle and a business that supports it, instead of the other way around.

    In this episode we talk about:
    • The Bottleneck of Stuff Syndrome that pulls women off course
    • Why traditional productivity systems are quietly biased against women
    • How Anne’s four time zones help you protect your energy and your income
    • Why real time off, boundaries and saying no are non-negotiable
    • How to let go of perfectionism and trust your inner compass again

    If you have ever looked around and wondered, “When exactly am I supposed to live my life in between all this work, caregiving and invisible labor” this episode is for you. If you are tired, resentful and secretly wondering “Is this just how it is for women who want big lives and big impact” you are not alone and you are not the problem.

    🎧 Listen to the episode, then come back and tell us:
    Where are you feeling the Bottleneck of Stuff in your own life and what is one tiny thing you are ready to let go of this week?

    About Ann Rusnak
    Ann Rusnak is the Author of The Journey to ME; a book written by a woman for women to give women permission to embrace their self-worth and follow their hearts. And most importantly, the way to trust their inner voice and follow their dreams.

    Connect with Ann at: https://annrusnak.com/

    About the Podcast
    Exposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.

    Here, we:
    ✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women
    ✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths
    ✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms
    ✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhood

    This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.

    Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world?Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.

    Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/Apply#Women

    Connect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:
    https://exposingthehiddenreality.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenreality
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenreality
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenreality

    Connect with Annette Garsteck:
    https://www.annettegarsteck.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteck
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteck
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteck
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteck
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteck
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteck

    Connect with Sandra Wint:
    https://www.me-her-us.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwint
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllc
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllc
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc

    Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    47 Min.
  • Stop Outsourcing. Start Partnering. A Real Talk on Hiring VAs with Rachael Davila
    Dec 2 2025
    Today we’re talking with Rachael Davila, VA mentor, implementation strategist, and founder of Extra Hands Virtual Assistance. Rachael has spent twenty years helping business owners get the support they need and helping VAs build sustainable practices. She knows the truth many women hesitate to say out loud. Hiring help is not about delegating tasks. It’s about finding the right fit.

    We’ll explore what readiness really looks like, what to avoid, and how to create a partnership that strengthens your business instead of adding more stress.

    About Rachael Davila
    Rachael Davila is a Virtual Assistant mentor, implementation strategist, author, and founder of Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance. A solo VA since 2005, she hired her first assistant in 2021. Straddling both sides of the VA/client relationship, she understands the struggles business owners face when seeking virtual support. Her mission is to guide business owners through the sometimes-scary but always-worth-it journey to find, hire, and work effectively with the right VA. She’s the host of Hey! Do I Need a VA? podcast and author of the book by the same name. Learn more at https://extrahandsva.com.

    About the Podcast
    Exposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.

    Here, we:
    ✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women
    ✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths
    ✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms
    ✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhood

    This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.

    Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world? Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.

    Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/Apply

    Connect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:
    https://exposingthehiddenreality.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenreality
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenreality
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenreality

    Connect with Annette Garsteck:
    https://www.annettegarsteck.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteck
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteck
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteck
    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteck
    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteck
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteck

    Connect with Sandra Wint:
    https://www.me-her-us.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwint
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllc
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllc
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc

    Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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    49 Min.
  • GET OUT! - The voice that saved my life with Dr. Sheri Lake
    Nov 25 2025
    What happens when the life you built almost kills you? What if the voice that saves your life also asks that you burn your script?In this episode of Exposing the Hidden Reality conversation, we sit down for a candid talk with Dr. Sheri Lake, former professor and now angel communicator and author of the forthcoming memoir Get Out: A Woman’s Guide to Divine Rebellion.She shares the story of the moment that changed her life direction and the months of work after. One day, on her commute home, she was hit head on by a car coming in the opposite direction at full speed. That car accident nearly took her life; she had a near-death experience. From her empty back seat, she heard a voice that commanded “Get out!” That moment shattered the performance of perfection she had been living. In this conversation, she takes us inside her long recovery from brain injury, the limits of “doing all the right things,” and the deep spiritual and somatic work that followed.We talk about:The split second where intuition speaks and why learning to trust it changes everythingHow burnout, betrayal, and “having it all” can quietly become self abandonmentThe “should” soundtrack that keeps women stuck in shame and over-responsibilityWhy saying no is a sacred act of self-leadershipPractical tools for nervous system safety, somatic healing, and everyday spiritual supportThis conversation is for every woman who has ever thought, “I followed the rules and I am still exhausted.” Sheri reminds us that every ending, every bridge burned, can become a gate we walk through into a more honest, unscripted life.About Dr. Sheri LakeDr. Sheri Lake is the author of Get Out-A Woman’s Guide to Divine Rebellion, a forthcoming spiritual-somatic memoir about survival, self-trust, and rebuilding life after a near-death experience. A former professor with a doctorate in communication sciences, Sheri walked away from a marriage and academia, choosing radical self-trust over staying small.Now, she teaches women to trust themselves again after burnout, betrayal, and big life changes. Through The Unscripted Woman™, her work blends nervous system wisdom, somatic tools, and angelic guidance to help women reclaim their power and write a new script for their lives. Her story is a bold reminder: every ending is also an opening.Connect with Dr. Lake atWebsite: www.sherilake.comInstagram: @drsherilakeYouTube: @drsherilakeSubstack: https://substack.com/@drsherilake?utm_source=user-menuAbout the PodcastExposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly gathering for women who are ready to get real, ask better questions, and push back against the biases and barriers that shape our lives, work, and leadership.Here, we: ✨ Dive into bold conversations with brilliant women ✨ Spotlight untold stories and truths ✨ Challenge hidden systems and social norms ✨ Share practical insights—with a side of sass and sisterhoodThis isn’t just a podcast—it’s a platform for our collective voice.Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world?Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain.Apply Here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ApplyConnect with Exposing the Hidden Reality:https://exposingthehiddenreality.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenrealityFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenrealityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenrealityConnect with Annette Garsteck:https://www.annettegarsteck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettegarsteckInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annettegarsteckYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@annettegarsteckTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annette.garsteckPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/AnnetteGarsteckFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/annettegarsteckConnect with Sandra Wint:https://www.me-her-us.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrabwintLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meherusllcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meherusllc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandra.wint Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meherusllcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@meherusllc Photography of Sandra Wint + Annette Garsteck taken by Katie Garlock, Portrations | Intro and Outro Music + Stock Media provided by BlueFoxMusic / Pond5.
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