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Ambition After Hours
by BrittiniH
Ambition After Hours is where real ambition meets raw honesty. Hosted by a marketer Brittini Hostyn, and an accountant Jen Steckly, we dive into the unfiltered realities of building businesses, balancing life, and navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship. With conversations fueled by inspiration, collaboration, and a little venting, we’re here to share relatable stories, practical insights, and the occasional laugh. Whether you’re hustling hard, dreaming big, or just need to feel seen, this podcast is your space to unwind, reconnect, and find the motivation to keep going.
Episodes
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The Stories We Tell Ourselves: Boundaries, Grief & Change with Vanessa Iceton
Have you ever reached a point where you genuinely did not know what you liked anymore? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Brittini and Jen are joined by Registered Psychologist Vanessa Iceton, Director and CEO of Pearl Psychological, for an honest conversation about identity, grief and the...
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Do Women Really Support Women? Competition, Cliques & the Truth About Support
We hear “women supporting women” everywhere, but what does that support actually look like when money, business, competition and opportunity enter the picture? Brit and Jen are talking about the side of female support that gets a little more complicated. We get into jealousy, referrals…
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The Money Talk Every Business Owner Needs to Have with Jennifer Steckly, CPA.
Your business is making money… so where the hell is it going? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Brittini and Jen are getting financially honest about what the numbers actually look like behind a growing business. We’re talking revenue versus profit, cash flow, paying yourself, hiring...
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Your Q4 Marketing Starts Now, Don’t Wait Until October to Think About Q4
Q4 has a funny way of sneaking up on business owners. One minute it’s summer, and the next you’re staring down Black Friday, holiday campaigns, year-end goals and wondering when exactly you were supposed to plan for all of this. In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Brittini puts on her…
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Tiny Hills and Summer Thrills -Summer Is Cute, But People Are Annoying
Summer is supposed to be all sunshine, patios, road trips and romanticizing your life… until someone starts clipping their nails in public. This week on Ambition After Hours, Brittini and Jen are taking a break from business talk to air out some of the pet peeves that make them question other...
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Things We Wish We Knew Before Starting a Business | The Truth About Entrepreneurship
Starting a business is exciting. Running one is a completely different story. In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we're sharing the things we wish we had known before becoming business owners. From hiring employees and working with vendors to leadership, boundaries, burnout, and building...
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6 Month Check-in. How are those new years goals? YIKES
Six months have flown by, so we're hitting pause to ask ourselves some important questions. What's still serving us? What needs to evolve? And what are we finally ready to let go of? In this episode, Brittini and Jen share their honest six-month check-in, talking about what they're keeping,...
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Breaking the Golf Barrier: Building Confidence for Women On and Off the Course with Lindsay McDermott
What if the biggest obstacle to starting golf isn't your swing, but your confidence? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we chat with former golf professional Lindsay McDermott about the experiences women face both on the golf course and in business. Together, we explore why golf can feel...
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Building Scord Athletics: Women’s Golf Apparel Without the Country Club Price Tag
In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we sit down with Scord Athletics founder Hannah to talk about entrepreneurship, women’s golf, and why golf apparel for women has been stuck in the rough for way too long. After building multiple businesses, Hannah is now taking on the sports apparel world...
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Rest Is Productive: Why Slowing Down Feels So Hard
In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Brittini and Jen get real about rest, burnout, and why so many high-achievers struggle to slow down. For entrepreneurs and driven women, rest can feel uncomfortable, unearned, or even lazy, but the truth is it might be the missing piece to better energy,...
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Personal Stylist Secrets Everyone Should Know with Kat Kuzneva
What if getting dressed could actually change how you show up in your career? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we sit down with personal stylist and fashion expert Kat Kuzneva to uncover the styling secrets she shares with her private clients, and now she's sharing them with you. Whether...
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Girl... You are a BADASS...
Ready for a mindset reset? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Brittini and Jen dive into the bestselling book You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero and unpack why this book still resonates with so many people chasing growth, confidence, and change. We talk about self-sabotage, limiting beliefs,...
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AI Is the New Intern or Life Coach or Whatever
AI is everywhere right now, but most people are still wondering what to actually do with it. In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we pull back the curtain and talk about how we are really using AI in our businesses. From writing content and organizing ideas to speeding up research and…
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Leading With Heart: Redefining Success in Law & Leadership with Amy Bassili
Today we’re joined by Amy Bassili, founder of Bassili Law. Amy is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and leader who is known for building a heart-centred, values-led practice in an industry that isn’t always known for softness or humanity. This episode is about leadership that doesn’t rely on burnout,...
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Lets Talk About Negotiation - Never Split The Difference: Book Review
On this episode of Ambition After Hours, we dive into Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss: https://amzn.to/4aPE997 and unpack what it really teaches about negotiation, emotional intelligence, and how people actually make decisions. But we’re not just talking about boardrooms and hostage...
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Hormones are Everything: Stress, Nervous System and more with Chloe Stickings
In this episode of Ambition After Hours, Britt and Jen are joined by health coach Chloe Stickings, who specializes in women's hormone health, pelvic health, and supporting women with chronic illnesses. This is a big topic for women, and Chloe helps break down the often "overwhelming topic" of...
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Is Fascia the Secret to Feeling Better in Your Body? With Brittany Uchach
What if tight hips, random aches, and that weird “stuck” feeling in your body weren’t about age… but about fascia? In this episode of Get Fit With Brit, we dive deep (literally) into the world of fascia, the connective tissue that wraps your muscles, organs, and joints like a full-body wetsuit.…
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The Truth About New Year’s Resolutions with Executive Coach Jessica Derksen, Episode #1 - Season 2 - Ambition After Hours
New year, fresh goals… or the same promises wearing a new outfit? In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we’re asking the real question: Are New Year’s resolutions actually worth it? Or are they just a yearly guilt cycle wrapped in motivation quotes? We’re joined by Jessica Derksen, Executive...
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Episode #11 - Ambition After Hours: Golf Cart Chronicles - The Season Finale
We’re wrapping up this season of Ambition After Hours right where it all began on the greens of River Ridge Golf Course in Edmonton, Alberta. In Golf Cart Chronicles, Brittini and Jen take you on one last ride through candid conversations, laughter, and lessons from the incredible women...
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Episode #10 - She’s Got It: The Must-Haves for Women Who Mean Business
Confidence, community, cash flow and a killer coffee order. In this episode, Brittini and Jen share the tangible tools and behind-the-scenes essentials every woman entrepreneur needs to keep her business strong and her sanity intact.
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Episode #9 - The Business of People - Our Take on HR Part #2
We have so much info to share that we had to do a part 2. Our take on HR... sorry.
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Episode #8 - The Business of People - Our Take on HR Part #1
Hiring can make or break your business, but finding the right people? That’s where things get tricky. In this episode, we dive into the real talk of hiring: how to spot red flags, what actually matters in an interview, and why culture fit should be more than a buzzword. Whether you're building a...
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Episode #7. Read the Room, Run the Room: Lets Talk Body Language
Whether you’re closing deals or just trying to survive small talk at a networking event — your body is saying a lot. In this episode, we’re diving into how body language can shape first impressions, build trust, and help you own the room (without saying a word). We’re also talking about how to...
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Episode #6 - Girl...Give Yourself Grace, OR Do You Need Discipline?
The Power of Saying No + Knowing When to Push or Pause In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the hardest lessons for new (and even seasoned) entrepreneurs: the art of saying no and meaning it. We talk about how setting boundaries can actually grow your business, why over-delivering isn’t always...
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Episode #5 - Women In Leadership - To Be Liked or to Be A Leader.
Let’s talk about the double bind. In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we’re unpacking the pressure women face to walk the tightrope between being assertive and being “likeable.” We share personal stories from boardrooms to breakrooms, and how we've navigated (and sometimes tripped over) the...
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Episode #4 - Call us Smooth Operators - Are You Overwhelmed By Operations?
Let’s talk operations — the unsexy stuff that actually keeps your business alive. We’re two entrepreneurs who’ve learned that systems aren’t just for robots; they’re for humans who want their time (and sanity) back. Each episode, we unpack the real ops behind growing a business, saving time, and...
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Episode #3 - Numbers Don’t Lie: Getting Real About Feelings & Finance
In this episode of Ambition After Hours, we dive into a topic that makes a lot of entrepreneurs squirm—numbers. Whether you love them, fear them, or avoid them altogether, your business’s financial health depends on knowing where you stand and where you’re going. We’re not just talking about...
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Episode #2 Marketing - Do's and Don'ts When You Launch Your Business
Welcome back to Ambition After Hours! Today, we're getting real about marketing—what worked, what flopped, and what you actually need when you're just starting out. We’ve spent money on some game-changers… and on some total duds. So grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s chat about the lessons...
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Episode #1 High-Low! Come Sit With Us
Welcome to Ambition After Hours—where real talk meets real business. We're Brittini and Jennifer, a marketer and an accountant who knows that entrepreneurship doesn’t clock out at 5 PM. This podcast is for ambitious professionals who want unfiltered conversations about business, money, marketing,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ambition After Hours is where real ambition meets raw honesty. Hosted by a marketer Brittini Hostyn, and an accountant Jen Steckly, we dive into the unfiltered realities of building businesses, balancing life, and navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship. With conversations fueled by inspiration, collaboration, and a little venting, we’re here to share relatable stories, practical insights, and the occasional laugh. Whether you’re hustling hard, dreaming big, or just need to feel seen, this podcast is your space to unwind, reconnect, and find the motivation to keep going.
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