#89 - Becky Mollenkamp: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

What does it mean to live gutsy? In this episode, we sit down with mindset coach Becky Mollenkamp, the powerhouse behind the Gutsy Boss brand. Becky’s journey from journalist to entrepreneur to feminist coach is full of brave pivots, hard-earned wisdom, and a whole lot of intentional unlearning. After the sudden loss of her brother, she started asking the big questions—and her life hasn’t been the same since. We talk about what it takes to break free from patriarchal conditioning, how people-pleasing sneaks into our lives and businesses, and why redefining success is an act of rebellion. Becky shares how she helps women-identified and nonbinary folks reclaim their agency, set boundaries without guilt, and build lives aligned with their values. If you’ve ever felt stuck in who you “should” be, this conversation will light something up in you. Connect with Becky: 🌐 Gutsy Boss Website 📬 Subscribe to her newsletter 📱 Follow Becky on Instagram Connect with the Hosts & Show: 📩 Email us at ⁠[email protected] 🎧 Follow Was It Chance on your favorite podcast platform 📱 Connect with us on TikTok and LinkedIn ✨ More about Heather at her ⁠website⁠, subscribe to her Substack⁠ and on ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, and ⁠BlueSky⁠ 🎭 More about Alan via ⁠@theatre_podcast⁠ and check out ⁠The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales EPISODE TAKEAWAYS Grief can be a catalyst for transformation—Becky’s life changed profoundly after losing her brother. Unlearning patriarchal thinking is a powerful, ongoing process that requires self-awareness and community. People-pleasing often feels safe, but it limits our growth and authenticity. Success isn’t about external achievement—it’s about living in alignment with your values. Boundaries are a radical act of self-respect, not selfishness. Feminism isn’t just theory—it can be a daily practice in how we lead and live. Reinvention is possible at any stage of life and career. Coaching isn’t about fixing people—it’s about helping them access their own power. Vulnerability and honesty are business strengths, not weaknesses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices