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The Iconic Podcast

Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself. Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice and personal stories to support you to spark, grow and scale your business as an entrepreneur. This podcast is for the visionary leaders who are committed to creating their legacy, pursuing their dreams and achieving their goals beyond their current circumstance. The Iconic Podcast sets itself apart through Jen’s unparalleled interview style, genuine curiosity and commitment to having women rise to their potential. Formally known as the Becoming Iconic Podcast, this new iteration is dedicated to providing you with the most potent and powerful conversations with those who have overcome, prevailed and built their lives and

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    Creating Experiences, Not Just Products with Ameerah Ghaffar

    Are the choices you make each day helping you embody who you are becoming? In this episode, Jen is joined by Ameerah Ghaffar, Founder of Orris Labs and Chief Nose, to explore the intersection of scent, identity, entrepreneurship, and intentional living. Together, they unpack how fragrance can become a powerful tool for self-expression, confidence, and creating meaningful experiences for ourselves and others.They discuss building experiences that evoke emotion, taking calculated risks in business, creating a brand that people can feel, and why success is about so much more than money. Whether you're building a company, cultivating a personal brand, or becoming more intentional about how you move through the world, this episode will inspire you to embody who you want to be before you arrive there.In this episode, we discuss:• How a signature scent can become an extension of your identity and personal brand• Why creating experiences is often more powerful than simply selling products• The role of risk-taking and self-investment in building a successful business• How to build a team and culture that supports long-term growth• Why fulfillment, purpose, and impact matter more than chasing money aloneConnect with Ameerah:• Website: orrislabs.ca • Email: [email protected] | Phone: 647.339.8372• Instagram: @orrislabs Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Scaling to Exit: What Every Founder Needs to Know with Erika Aquino

    Most founders spend their days focused on what needs to happen next: the next client, the next launch, the next hire. But what if the most important question isn't what's next, but where are you actually going?In this powerful conversation, Jen is joined by entrepreneur and global angel investor Erika Aquino to explore what it really takes to build a business with long-term vision. From understanding the difference between angel investing and venture capital to becoming the kind of leader investors want to back, Erika shares practical insights on accountability, strategic growth, networking, and building a business that can thrive beyond you. Whether you're interested in raising capital or simply becoming a stronger founder, this episode will challenge you to think bigger about what's possible.In this episode, we discuss:• The difference between angel investing and venture capital• What investors look for when evaluating founders and businesses• Why accountability can be one of the greatest growth tools in business• How to avoid shiny object syndrome and lead with greater clarity• The power of building a global network and thinking beyond your current marketConnect with Erika:• Website: erika-aquino.com• Instagram: @iamerikaaquino Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Hormone Conversation All Women Need to Have with Olenka Lyle

    So many women are moving through life feeling exhausted, foggy, disconnected from themselves, or unlike who they used to be, while continuing to push forward and perform at a high level.In this important conversation, Jen is joined by Nurse Practitioner and women’s hormone health expert Olenka Lyle to explore the hormonal shifts affecting women physically, mentally, and emotionally, especially during perimenopause. Together, they unpack the rise in brain fog, burnout, and the pressure many women feel to keep functioning normally while their bodies are asking for support. This episode offers a grounded and empowering perspective on hormone health, helping women better understand what is happening in their bodies and why these conversations matter more than ever.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why so many women are experiencing brain fog, exhaustion, and perimenopausal symptoms without realizing what is happening• The connection between hormones, stress, nervous system health, and emotional wellbeing• Why high achieving women are especially vulnerable to pushing past what their bodies need• The importance of advocating for yourself and paying attention to changes in your body• How supporting your hormones can help you reconnect with yourself againConnect with Olenka:• Website: claraderma.com• Instagram: @olenka_npinjector Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Birthday Wishes, Industry Trailblazing and MidYear Reflection Point

    Birthdays are not only for celebrating, they can also become powerful reflection points, moments to pause, take inventory, and reconnect with where you are and where you want to go.In this intimate solo episode on her birthday, Jen shares a personal reflection on the journey of building the Iconic Podcast, the unexpected realities of trailblazing in an industry, and the power of creating intentional checkpoints throughout the year. From celebrating wins that unfolded differently than expected to examining what no longer fits, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that growth is not only about reaching goals, but about becoming the person who can hold them.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why creating personal reflection points can shift the direction of your year• Jen’s stop, start, continue practice and how she uses it to lead herself• What it means to stop tolerating what no longer fits• Behind the scenes reflections on building the Iconic Podcast and trusting intuitive pivots• Why becoming the woman behind the vision matters just as much as achieving itMentioned in the Episode:• Join the membership: House of Her• Check out the refined Brand Lounge• Curious about working with our agency? Apply here Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Spiritual Journey Back to Yourself with Renée Walker

    Creating a spacious life is not just about having more time. It is about creating room to hear yourself, trust yourself, and move through life with greater intention.In this expansive conversation, Jen is joined by spiritual teacher and business mentor Renée Walker to explore spirituality, self connection, discernment, and the practice of co-creating a more present and intentional life. Together, they unpack the difference between spirituality and religion, the importance of intentional stillness in a constantly distracted world, and how creating space within your life can deepen your connection to yourself, God, or spirit. This episode is a grounded and thoughtful invitation to explore spirituality in a way that feels personal, honest, and fully your own.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The difference between spirituality and religion and why the distinction matters• What it means to co-create your life with intention and trust• Why spaciousness and stillness are essential for deeper self connection• How discernment supports a grounded spiritual practice• The role of intuition, awareness, and presence in personal growthConnect with Renée:• Podcast: Spiritually Wired Podcast• Membership: Spiritually Wired Membership• Website: reneewalkerwellness.com  Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Why Money Plateaus are Identity Ceilings

    Money plateaus are often treated like strategy problems, but what if they are actually identity ceilings?In this solo episode, Jen breaks down the deeper reason behind stalled growth and why increasing your income is rarely about doing more. This conversation explores how your current identity, beliefs, and internal capacity can set the limit for what you allow yourself to receive. Jen shares a grounded perspective on what it really takes to move beyond financial plateaus, not by chasing more tactics, but by expanding who you are available to be and what you are willing to hold.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why money plateaus are often rooted in identity, not strategy• How your current self concept can cap your income and opportunities• What it means to expand your capacity to receive and hold more• The subtle ways you may be reinforcing your own ceiling• How to shift your identity to create new levels of growth Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Fifty and Fearless: Boldly Stepping Into Your Power with Kylie Jones

    There comes a moment where you realize it is not about starting over, it is about deciding differently.In this empowering conversation, Jen is joined by Kylie Jones, founder of Fifty and Fearless, to talk about what it really looks like to step into your power in a new season of life. From reinvention to confidence to releasing the belief that time has passed you by, Kylie shares what it means to build momentum, trust yourself, and move forward without needing to erase your past. This episode is a reminder that your experience is not something to overcome, it is the very thing that prepares you for what’s next.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why it is never too late to start again or choose a different path• What it really means to reinvent yourself without starting from scratch• How confidence and personal power evolve over time• The mindset shift that allows you to stop holding yourself back• Why your next chapter can be your most expansive one yetConnect with Kylie:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fiftyandfearless/• Podcast: https://tr.ee/22OnpZevOW• More resources: https://stan.store/fiftyandfearless Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Most People Quit Before the Breakthrough

    Challenges are not a sign that something has gone wrong. More often, they are the exact moment where everything begins to shift.In this grounded solo episode, Jennifer Leigh shares a powerful perspective on what it really means to move through hard seasons without walking away. This conversation reframes challenges as a refining process, one that shapes your identity, strengthens your self trust, and determines who you become on the other side. It is not about avoiding difficulty, but about deciding to stay when it would be easier to quit.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why challenges are often the moment where most people give up and what happens if you don’t• How staying through hard seasons shapes your identity and long term results• The role of resilience, self trust, and perspective when things feel uncertain• What it means to be refined through challenges instead of defined by them• How to move through difficulty in a way that actually expands you Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Coaching as a Catalyst for Growth and Self Leadership with Kim Fitzpatrick

    Growth in life and business is rarely about doing more. It is about seeing differently, deciding differently, and holding yourself to a higher standard over time.In this expansive conversation, Jennifer Leigh is joined by Executive Leadership Coach Kim Fitzpatrick to explore the role coaching plays in accelerating growth, deepening self trust, and expanding what you believe is possible for yourself. This episode weaves together powerful themes of identity, standards, and discernment, while offering a behind the scenes look at the conversations and support that often shape the most meaningful transformations. It is a reminder that while growth is deeply personal, it is not something you are meant to navigate alone.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How the standard you hold yourself to shapes every result in your life• Why coaching can accelerate growth by revealing what you cannot see on your own• What it means to become the woman who holds her standards consistently• The role of self trust and discernment in making aligned decisions• Why proximity and support are essential when stepping into your next levelConnect with Kim:• Website: luminalegacy.org / fitzlife.ca • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumina.legacy• Podcast: (Legacy Live Coming Soon!) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fitzlife-unfiltered-with-kim-jamie-fitzpatrick/id1561827064 Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Why Entrepreneurs Need to Leave Their Home

    Building a business from home can feel like freedom, until it starts to limit your perspective, energy, and growth.In this solo episode, Jen shares why physically leaving your home environment can be one of the most powerful shifts you make as an entrepreneur. From expanding your thinking to increasing your visibility and opportunities, this conversation reframes getting out of your space as a strategic decision, not just a lifestyle one. This is about placing yourself in rooms, environments, and experiences that stretch you beyond what is familiar.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How working from home can limit growth and perspective• Why travel and new environments unlock new ideas and opportunities• The role proximity plays in expanding your business and network• How to start getting into rooms that challenge and elevate you• Why leaving your home is a strategic move, not just a personal one Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Jen in the Hot Seat at High Vibe Event

    Jen’s in the hot seat in this special live episode, answering unfiltered questions about business, identity, growth, and what it really takes to build something meaningful over time.What unfolds is a candid and expansive conversation that moves beyond strategy and into the internal shifts required to lead yourself at every level. Through real time answers and reflections, Jen shares how she navigates self doubt, makes aligned decisions, and continues to move forward even when certainty is not guaranteed. This episode offers a behind the scenes look at the mindset and self leadership that sustain long term growth.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How Jen navigates self doubt, even at her current level of success• The question that helped her shift direction at a pivotal moment• Her perspective on building a business when life does not go to plan• How she approaches decision making without needing full certainty• What self leadership looks like behind the scenes as you grow Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Day I Stopped Needing Applause

    Are you relying on external validation as you pursue your goals and dreams? In this honest and reflective solo episode, Jen shares the shift that changed how she shows up in her life and business, moving from seeking recognition to becoming anchored in her own self approval.This episode explores the subtle ways we look for applause in our decisions, our work, and even our growth. Jen unpacks what it means to release that dependency and lead from a place of self trust, where your choices are no longer shaped by how they will be received, but by what feels true, especially when there is no external validation to guide you.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The hidden ways we seek validation in everyday decisions• What shifts when you stop needing approval to move forward• How self trust becomes the foundation for leadership• Why external recognition can quietly shape your identity• What it looks like to lead without needing applause Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Belle Method and Healing Our Bodies Gently with Nikki Bergen

    Healing is often approached through intensity, discipline, and pushing harder. In this episode, Jen is joined by Nikki Bergen, founder of The Belle Method, to offer a completely different perspective. One rooted in softness, awareness, and rebuilding a relationship with the body that feels supportive rather than forceful.This conversation explores what it means to truly listen to your body and work with it instead of against it. Nikki shares her approach to core and pelvic health, the deeper emotional layers connected to physical healing, and why gentleness is not weakness, but a powerful and sustainable path forward. This episode is a reminder that strength can be built through compassion, and that healing does not have to hurt to be effective.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why pushing harder is not always the answer when it comes to healing• The connection between core, pelvic health, and overall wellbeing• How to rebuild trust with your body through gentle practices• Why slowing down can actually create more sustainable strength• The role of awareness and nervous system support in true healingConnect with Nikki:• Website: https://thebellemethod.ca• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebellemethodMentioned in Episode:• B.Lounge: https://becomingiconic.co/bloungeConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    How a Silk Robe Literally Changed my Life

    Sometimes the smallest decisions become the most meaningful turning points. In this personal solo episode, Jen shares the unexpected story behind a silk robe that became far more than a beautiful purchase. What began as a simple moment of choosing something for herself became a powerful reflection on identity, self worth, and the way women often postpone the things that bring them joy.Through this story, Jen explores the deeper patterns many of us live within. Waiting for the right moment, the right milestone, or the right level of success before allowing ourselves to experience beauty, ease, or luxury. This episode invites listeners to question those patterns and consider what it might look like to start living in alignment with the life they desire now, not someday.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How one small decision became a powerful personal wake up call• The subtle ways women delay joy, beauty, and self honouring• Why identity shifts often begin with small symbolic actions• How environment and rituals shape how we see ourselves• Why living your desired life often begins long before the big milestones arriveConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    OURbody: Products that Support a Woman from the Inside-Out

    Chelsea Jambo did not set out to become a founder in the women’s health space. After her original path toward law school shifted, she found herself asking deeper questions about health, hormones, and why so many women feel dismissed when they seek answers about their bodies. That search eventually led her to build OURbody, a company focused on supporting women’s hormonal health from the inside out.In this thoughtful conversation with Jen, Chelsea shares the origin story behind the brand, the gaps she discovered in how women’s health is discussed and treated, and why understanding the hormonal cycle can be a powerful step toward self-trust. The conversation moves beyond products and into advocacy, education, and the importance of women feeling heard and supported in their health journeys.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why Chelsea shifted from a traditional career path into building a women’s health company• The frustration many women experience when their hormonal concerns are dismissed• How OURbody was designed to support women through the natural phases of their hormone cycle• Why understanding your body can create more confidence, clarity, and self-trust• Chelsea’s vision for normalizing conversations about women’s health and hormonal wellnessConnect with Chelsea and OURbody:• Website: https://www.ourbody.ca• Instagram: @shopourbody / @chellseajamboConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Visibility that Converts

    Visibility alone does not build a business. In this grounded solo episode, Jen breaks down the difference between being seen and being sought after. She challenges the idea that more content, more platforms, and more noise automatically lead to growth, and instead reframes visibility as a responsibility tied to clarity and conviction.This episode explores what actually makes visibility convert. From positioning and self trust to messaging and leadership, Jen unpacks why some brands attract aligned clients effortlessly while others stay stuck chasing attention. If you have been showing up consistently but not seeing the results you expected, this conversation will shift how you think about visibility entirely.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The difference between attention and conversion• Why visibility without clarity leads to burnout• What makes people trust and buy, not just watch• How positioning determines who you attract• Why conviction is more powerful than constant contentMentioned in Episode:• Iconic World: https://iconicmagazine.substack.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    100 No’s and the Power of Creative Devotion with Artist Erin Rothstein

    Erin Rothstein is an artist and entrepreneur building at the intersection of creativity, conviction, and long term vision. In this expansive conversation with Jen, she shares what it means to pursue meaningful work in a world that often rewards comfort over courage, including the reality of submitting her work and hearing “no” hundreds of times along the way.This episode challenges traditional ideas of career paths and business strategy. Erin speaks to following your energy as your compass, increasing your capacity for peace as your visibility grows, and embracing the belief that an artist’s job is to make people uncomfortable and expand how others think. Whether you are in art, business, or leadership, this conversation reframes creativity as a responsibility, not just an expression.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why hearing no 100 times can be neutral data, not personal rejection• Erin’s belief about making people uncomfortable• How to build a sustainable business from a labour of love• What it means to expand your capacity for peace as you grow• Why following your energy may be the most strategic decision you makeConnect with Erin:• Website: https://erinrothstein.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinrothsteinMentioned in Episode:• B.Lounge: https://becomingiconic.co/bloungeConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    How to Become a Personal Brand

    This episode is a special release of the live keynote Jen delivered on personal branding, and it challenges almost everything you have been told about what it takes to build a brand that lasts. Instead of formulas, aesthetics, or chasing visibility, Jen reframes personal branding as an identity led practice rooted in clarity, self trust, and leadership.This keynote is a powerful reminder that the most magnetic brands are not built by trying to be seen, but by being deeply anchored in who you are, what you stand for, and how you move through the world. Jen breaks down what actually creates resonance, longevity, and influence in today’s saturated digital landscape.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why personal branding starts with identity, not content• The difference between being visible and being influential• How overperforming and shape shifting dilute your brand• What it really means to be known for something• How self leadership becomes the foundation of a lasting personal brandMentioned in Episode:• ARTiculate: https://becomingiconic.co/articulate• Iconic World: https://iconicmagazine.substack.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Breaking into Billions as the New Blueprint with Suneera Madhani

    What does it really take to scale beyond your first big wins and build something that lasts? In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by billionaire fintech founder, CEO, and industry trailblazer Suneera Madhani to unpack what growth actually looks like behind the scenes as businesses move into their next level of expansion.From shifting identity as a leader to building systems that scale beyond hustle, Suneera shares the mindset, structure, and decisions required to sustain massive growth. This conversation reframes success not as working harder, but as evolving smarter.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why every new level of business requires a new version of you• What truly changes when you move from building revenue to building scalable systems• The leadership shift that unlocks long term growth• Why control can become the biggest bottleneck in expansion• How thinking like a CEO before you feel ready changes everythingConnect with Suneera:• Website: https://suneeramadhani.com• CEO School: https://theceoschool.com (20% off with code ICONIC)• CEO School Podcast: https://suneeramadhani.com/podcast• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneeramadhani/Mentioned in Episode:• B.Lounge: https://becomingiconic.co/bloungeConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Iconic World and How to Always Stay Ahead of Trends

    Trends move fast, but relevance comes from something deeper. In this forward thinking solo episode, Jen shares how she stays ahead of trends without chasing them, burning out, or losing her identity in the process.This conversation is about discernment, pattern recognition, and building a business and brand that feels current because it is rooted. Jen breaks down the difference between reacting to trends versus leading culture, and why the most iconic brands are created by people who know who they are before the world tells them who to be.If you want to feel ahead of the curve while staying grounded in your values, creativity, and long term vision, this episode offers a powerful reframe.In this episode, you will hear:• Why trend chasing often leads to dilution and burnout• How to spot patterns before they become mainstream• The difference between influence and leadership• Why staying rooted is the fastest way to stay relevant• How to build a brand that evolves without losing integrityMentioned in Episode:• Iconic World: https://iconicmagazine.substack.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Jess King: Identity, Healing and Being Fully Expressed

    Jess King is known by many as a Peloton instructor, but this conversation reveals the woman far beyond the platform. In this deeply honest episode, Jess and Jen explore identity beyond titles, the cost of being misunderstood, and what it truly means to be fully expressed in your body, relationships, and life.Together, they dive into healing, neurodivergence, self leadership, and why movement, honesty, and emotional responsibility are not optional when you want to live fully awake. This episode is an invitation to stop shrinking, stop self abandoning, and start honouring who you actually are, even when it feels uncomfortable.In this episode, you will hear:• How identity shifts when you stop performing and start aligning• Why being misunderstood is often a sign of depth, not failure• The role of movement in emotional healing and nervous system regulation• What it means to reparent yourself with compassion instead of control• How self expression creates freedom, confidence, and connectionMentioned in Episode:• Iconic Substack: https://iconicmagazine.substack.comConnect with Jess:• Peloton: https://www.onepeloton.com• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessking• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesskingnyc• Wellness Practice: https://mindfull3.com / https://www.thoughtfullcoaching.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The True Definition of Entrepreneurial Freedoms

    Entrepreneurial freedom is often sold as an end destination. More money. More time. More flexibility. In this grounded solo episode, Jen challenges that narrative and shares what freedom actually looks like when it is lived, not chased.This conversation reframes time, money, and personal expression as daily leadership choices rather than future rewards. Jen invites listeners to detach worth from revenue, design days with intention, and build businesses that evolve alongside who they are becoming. It is a reminder that real freedom is not something you earn later. It is something you practice now.In this episode, you will hear:• The subtle way freedom gets postponed in the name of success• What actually creates time freedom in real life• How money loses its power when identity is no longer tied to it• Why evolution is not instability, but leadership• The moment business becomes an expression instead of a burdenMentioned in episode:• Lavish: https://becomingiconic.co/lavish• B.Lounge: https://becomingiconic.co/bloungeConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Hannah Wright: The Woman Who Won Love Island

    Winning Love Island changed Hannah Wright’s life overnight, but what followed was far more layered than the highlight reel. Jen has a grounded and honest conversation with Hannah about what really happens after the cameras turn off, the phone turns back on, and real life begins with sudden visibility, expectations, and pressure.This episode explores identity, discernment, and longevity in a world that rewards virality over depth. Hannah opens up about navigating social media, protecting her mental health, and building a sustainable career without losing herself in the process. It’s a powerful reminder that success isn’t about being everywhere, but about being rooted in who you are.In this episode, you’ll hear:• What life was really like after winning Love Island• Why chasing virality can become another exhausting hamster wheel• How discernment became essential as opportunities and opinions flooded in• The difference between visibility and longevity in the creator economy• Why being unapologetically yourself is the most iconic move you can makeConnect with Hannah:• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahmariawright• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannnahmwrightMentioned in Episode:• Iconic World: https://iconicmagazine.substack.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    20 Years In: The Truth About Building a Life and Business That Lasts

    Success is not built in one breakthrough year. It is built through commitment, patience, and the decisions you make when things feel uncertain.In this reflective solo episode, Jen marks a major milestone: twenty years as an entrepreneur. Rather than sharing tactics or trends, she opens up about the foundational choices that allowed her business, leadership, and life to endure over two decades.This episode is an invitation to slow down, zoom out, and rethink what sustainable success actually looks like. Jen shares the three promises she made at the very beginning of her journey and how those commitments shaped not only her business, but her family, identity, and long term fulfillment.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why building a successful business does not require sacrificing family or fulfillment• The promise Jen made to herself that kept her going through difficult seasons• How quitting from fear creates regret, while quitting from clarity creates freedom• Why entrepreneurship works best when treated as a long term education• A powerful reframe on income, timelines, and trusting the pace of your growthConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Real Definition of Success

    This episode of the Iconic Podcast is something truly special.Jen shares a powerful and intimate recording from the final B Lounge call of the year, where members reflected on their wins from 2025. What emerged was a redefinition of success that had little to do with revenue goals, launches, or numbers on a spreadsheet, and everything to do with alignment, self trust, boundaries, healing, and becoming.This conversation is a reminder that growth does not always look loud. Sometimes the most meaningful wins are the quiet ones, choosing yourself, honoring your energy, releasing old patterns, and building a business that actually supports your life.If you’re a business owner who has ever felt like you were “behind” because your success didn’t match someone else’s highlight reel, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.Inside this episode, you’ll hear reflections around:• Redefining success beyond revenue and external validation• The power of boundaries, pacing, and intentional decision making• Letting go of hustle, urgency, and people pleasing• Choosing alignment, self leadership, and sustainability• Celebrating personal growth as real business growthConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    To Botox or Not to Botox with Olenka Lyle

    Skincare is never just skincare. It is confidence, self-trust, and the quiet daily commitment that shifts how you move through the world.In this deeply empowering conversation, Jen is joined by Olenka Lyle, ClaraDerma’s medical director, nurse practitioner, and aesthetic injector extraordinaire, to explore what it really means to invest in your skin, your confidence, and your long-term well-being.This episode goes far beyond Botox and serums. It’s a conversation about self-leadership, grounded confidence, and releasing the guilt so many women carry around caring for themselves. Olenka breaks down the foundations of glowing skin, the misconceptions around injectables, the impact of the “filtered era,” and why intentional skincare is one of the most meaningful investments you can make for your self-esteem and emotional bandwidth.Whether you’ve never used skincare beyond a cleanser or you’re already a product devotee, this episode will help you rethink how you care for yourself and why glowing confidence begins from the inside out.Inside the episode, you will hear:• How to build a skincare routine that actually works, starting with the basics• The truth about medical grade products and why they outperform drugstore brands• What injectables like Botox, filler, and biostimulators really are and how they support aging gracefully• Why caring for your skin can elevate your confidence, creativity, and presence• How filters, comparison, and guilt keep women from feeling fully expressed• The importance of normalizing conversations about beauty, wellness, and agingConnect with Olenka• Website: ClaraDerma.com• Instagram: @claradermaConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Mastering the Art of Networking with Kristina Bartold

    The most impactful networking is rooted in sincerity, generosity, and relationships that actually mean something. In this energizing and practical episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by Kristina Bartold, co-founder and CEO of The Social Snippet and High Vibe Women, for a conversation that will reshape the way you think about visibility, connection, and growth.Kristina breaks down the mindset and habits that make networking feel natural, generous, and aligned, even if you are introverted or nervous about putting yourself out there. From how to approach people at events to what it really means to nurture your community long term, she offers actionable strategies that move you out of performance mode and into genuine connection.Whether you want to grow your business, strengthen your reputation, or simply become more confident in rooms that matter, this episode will show you how to build relationships that open doors, deepen trust, and create endless opportunities.In this episode, you will hear:• Why great networking always starts with service and sincerity• How to approach new connections without feeling transactional or awkward• The biggest mistakes people make at events and how to avoid them• What it looks like to nurture relationships long term• Why your reputation begins long before you enter the roomConnect with Kristina:• High Vibe Women Event: https://www.highvibewomen.ca/march-2026-event  [Use coupon code JEN50]• Instagram: @kristina.bartold / @highvibe.women• Website: thesocialsnippet.com / highvibewomen.caConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    How you Close a Year is How You Start One

    How you finish a year matters. Not because the calendar holds supernatural power, but because your energy, your intention, and your personal leadership shape what comes next. If you have ever felt tempted to drift toward the finish line or label an entire year as “bad,” this episode will shift everything.In this elevated solo conversation, Jen invites you to look honestly at the narrative you are carrying from the past twelve months. She reveals why your year was not a failure, why a hard season is not a life sentence, and how to reclaim your confidence so you enter the new year grounded, grateful, and in your full personal power. This episode is a call to finish with integrity, presence, and belief so you can step into the next chapter already aligned with the success you want to create.In this episode, you will hear:• Why an entire year is never “bad” and how to recognize the blessings you overlooked• The biggest mistake people make in December when momentum feels low• How to stop drifting and reclaim the final weeks with intention• The mindset shift that turns a hard year into preparation for your strongest one yet• Practical ways to close the year clean so you begin the next with clarity and powerConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Lead Your Company and Team with Hospitality with Maria DeLorenzis Reyes

    Leadership is not defined by titles, metrics, or performance reviews. It is defined by how people feel in your presence. In this inspiring episode, Jen welcomes leadership expert and speaker Maria DeLorenzis Reyes for a conversation that reframes what it means to lead a company, a team, and a culture.Maria reveals how the principles of hospitality can transform workplaces, deepen trust, and create environments where people feel seen, valued, and supported. Through stories, perspective-shifting insights, and practical guidance, she invites leaders to return to the heart of leadership: humanity, generosity, and emotional intelligence.This episode will challenge the way you think about culture, connection, and the responsibility that comes with influence.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why hospitality is a core leadership skill and how it changes your company culture• The role of values in shaping who you hire, how you lead, and what you attract• How to build environments where accountability and honesty are practiced, not just promised• Why emotional intelligence and self-awareness will always outperform strategy alone• A powerful leadership exercise that reveals what you truly model in your businessConnect with Maria:• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariadelorenzisreyes/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themariadr• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mariadelorenzisreyes• Website: https://mariadr.com• Free resources:  www.mariadr.com/giftConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Difference Between Spending and Investing

    Wealth isn’t about how much money you make. It’s about how confidently you circulate it.In this empowering and elevated solo episode, Jen shares the wealth conversation that shifted everything for her clients inside Lavish: the difference between spending and investing. With honesty, practicality, and grounded faith, she reveals how your personal economy expands when you stop gripping money in fear and start circulating it with intention.This episode will help you see money not as something to hold but as something to grow through. It’s a reflection of how much you trust yourself, your vision, and the future you’re creating.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The defining difference between spending and investing (and why it changes everything)• How to move from fear and guilt into trust and expansion• Why money mirrors your energy and what it’s teaching you about safety• The exercise Jen gives her clients to uncover hidden “leaks” in their personal economy• How to circulate money with wisdom, purpose, and confidenceConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Creating Meaningful Legacy with Natasha Koifman

    True leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about knowing who you are, what you stand for, and leading with integrity whether anyone’s watching or not.In this elegant and deeply grounded conversation, Jen is joined by Natasha Koifman, founder and president of NKPR, a highly regarded full-service public relations, marketing, and digital agency known for its purpose-driven approach and long-standing client relationships. With over two decades of experience representing global brands and changemakers, Natasha shares how she’s built a company defined by consistency, authenticity, and human connection.They explore what it truly means to lead with heart in an image-obsessed world, how to grow without losing yourself, and why the most powerful thing you can do for your brand is to stay aligned with your core values.Whether you’re leading a team, building a personal brand, or redefining success on your own terms, this episode is a masterclass in long-term leadership, reputation, and legacy.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How Natasha built one of North America’s top agencies on a foundation of alignment and trust• Why consistency and integrity are the most underrated success strategies• What it means to create culture and connection in a modern business• How to navigate visibility, reputation, and legacy in the digital age• What long-term, values-based leadership looks like in practiceConnect with Natasha:• Website: www.nkpr.net• Instagram: @natashankprConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Hire Slow and Fire Fast- Lessons on Building a Team

    Building a dream team isn’t about luck, it’s about leadership, discernment, and the willingness to make hard decisions.In this insightful episode, Jen shares 20 years of experience hiring, firing, and leading teams through both deep mistakes and remarkable breakthroughs. From the fear of financial responsibility to the lessons of betrayal and the art of building a culture no one wants to leave, this conversation is a masterclass in leading like a CEO.Whether you’re hiring your first VA or managing a full team, this episode will change the way you think about delegation, leadership, and your role as the visionary of your business.In this episode, you’ll hear:• How to know when it’s time to hire and what tasks to delegate first• The single mindset shift that allowed Jen to scale to $100K months within weeks• Why “hire slow, fire fast” protects your peace, profit, and team culture• How to avoid hiring from fear, guilt, or the need to be liked• What true leadership looks like when it comes to boundaries, feedback, and cultureMentioned in episode:Legendary Leadership: https://becomingiconic.co/legendaryleadershipConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Why Being Smart Is Stupid with Tricia Brouk

    If being smart was the secret to success, more leaders would be thriving. The truth is, intellect alone can’t carry influence. Wisdom does.In this powerful episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen welcomes award-winning director, speaker coach, and author Tricia Brouk for a conversation that challenges everything you’ve been taught about leadership and intelligence. Drawing from her new book Being Smart Is Stupid, Tricia shares how self-awareness, compassion, and emotional intelligence build the kind of leadership that actually lasts.This conversation moves beyond the idea of “knowing more” and into the art of presence: what it means to slow down, tune in, and lead from wisdom rather than reactivity. You’ll walk away with a renewed sense of grounded confidence and a deeper understanding of what true leadership looks like in practice.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The difference between smart and wise leadership and why it changes everything• What it means to build relationship capital and why it’s the most valuable currency in business• How to lead without reactivity and create space for clarity and trust• The practice that helps you make better decisions and strengthen emotional intelligence• Why letting go (not letting them) is the key to reclaiming your powerMentioned in this episode: • Book: The Big Leap• The Wise Leopard’s Hot Flash Cooling Mist (Available January 2026)Connect with Tricia:• Website: triciabrouk.com• Book: beingsmartisstupid.com• Instagram: @tricia_brouk• The Wise Leopard: thewiseleopard.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Three Ways to Gain Visibility That Skyrocket Sales

    If your sales have slowed or your growth feels stalled, this episode is your wake-up call. Visibility is the lifeblood of your business. If you’re not intentionally expanding it, your business isn’t standing still, it’s quietly moving backwards.In this powerful solo episode, Jen reveals three high-impact, low-cost visibility strategies that have helped her and her clients create massive momentum and attract aligned opportunities. These aren’t complicated marketing tactics but grounded, proven ways to keep your audience growing and your sales flowing.Whether you’re rebuilding your confidence, expanding your reach, or craving more sales flow, this episode will remind you that visibility isn’t about vanity. It’s about connection, leadership, and growth.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The visibility strategy that’s generated the most revenue in Jen’s entire career• Why in-person connection is the most underrated business accelerator• The mindset shift that reignited Jen’s love for networking after years behind the screen• How to turn small online collaborations into powerful audience builders• The real reason visibility determines the health of your businessConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Slay The Mic with Jam Gamble

    Your voice is one of the most powerful tools you’ll ever have. But too often, we hide it, polish it, or wait until we’re “ready.” In this conversation, Jam Gamble, speaker, coach, and creator of Slay The Mic® Method, reminds us that our voices don’t need permission. They need practice, courage, and unapologetic truth.Together, they dive into what it really means to speak with confidence, why being “unpolished” might actually be your greatest strength, and how to push past the roadblocks that silence so many powerful voices. This episode is part wake-up call, part permission slip, and part rally cry for anyone who has something to say but hasn’t yet claimed their stage.Inside this episode, you’ll hear:• Why waiting until you’re “ready” is the fastest way to stay stuck• How to turn your quirks, flaws, and personality into the charm that makes you unforgettable• The truth about vocal “roadblocks” and how to move through them instead of letting them silence you• What Jam has learned about communication from decades of working with non-speaking adults and children• Why the world needs your imperfect, authentic voice now more than everConnect with Jam:Instagram: @IamJamGambleWebsite: iamjamgamble.comMentioned in this episode:• Books: I Go Quiet and I Get Loud• Vitamin B12Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    How to Get Out of Your Own Way of Success

    This is one of the most important conversations Jen has ever recorded. She pulls back the curtain on the subtle yet powerful ways we sabotage our own success and what it takes to finally move out of the way of growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, resentful, or like your dreams were slipping further away, this episode is your wake-up call.In this episode, you’ll hear:• A perspective on investments that could completely shift how you see your next move• The sneaky mindset trap that’s quietly stealing your confidence• Why selling in 2025 looks nothing like it did before• The real cost of waiting for “the right time”• A hard truth about why trying to do it all yourself is keeping you stuckConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Being an Iconoclast as a Modern Woman with Kristina DiPalo

    What does it really mean to be an iconoclast in today’s world? To break the molds handed to us, release outdated ideals, and step fully into who we are meant to be?In this thought-provoking episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by Kristina DiPalo, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and contributor to The Iconic Magazine. Together, they explore the meaning of being a modern iconoclast through the lens of identity, courage, age, motherhood, and the audacity it takes to shake off the “shoulds” and embrace the woman you are becoming.This conversation is equal parts wisdom, fire, and liberation. It’s an invitation to question the icons and ideals you’ve inherited, to shake up the “snow globe” of your life, and to claim a narrative that feels radically true to you.Inside this episode, you’ll hear:• What it really means to be an iconoclast and how it redefines leadership and identity• Why menopause, aging, and life transitions can become turning points for vibrancy and courage• How to release outdated “icons” and reclaim the timeless qualities that are yours to carry forward• A fresh perspective on motherhood, legacy, and why your children need to know you• The importance of not waiting for “one day” and embodying your truth nowConnect with Kristina:• Website: KristinaDiPalo.com• Instagram: @kristinadipalo• LinkedIn: Kristina DiPaloConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    If You're Not Refining, You're Going Backwards

    Success isn’t a finish line. It’s a moving target.In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen shares the principle that has sustained her business for nearly two decades: refinement. She opens up about what happens when entrepreneurs stop evolving, why coasting is so costly, and how she’s kept momentum for over 200 months of multi-five and six-figure revenue.You’ll also hear the behind-the-scenes story of how Jen is refining her own work right now through the creation of B-Lounge VIP. This conversation will challenge you to reexamine your business with fresh eyes and remind you that growth isn’t about doing more, it’s about continuously becoming more.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why holding onto past success can quietly stall your growth• The hidden cost of coasting and how to avoid it• The mindset that has sustained Jen’s business through nearly two decades• The secret to keeping clients engaged and invested long term• A real-time example of refinement inside B-Lounge VIPConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Your Space is a Mirror to Your Mind with Gabrielle Kozhukh-Joo

    Have you ever considered that the clutter in your home isn’t really about the mess, but a reflection of what’s happening in your mind?Gabrielle shares her journey to creating Canada’s first neuroaesthetic interior design firm, why your home should be designed for who you are becoming, and how small shifts in your space can transform your energy, confidence, and even your income.This episode will leave you rethinking your relationship with your home and inspire you to treat your space as a powerful mirror to your future self.Inside this episode, you’ll hear about:• Why your environment is never neutral and how it can hold you back or elevate you• The surprising science behind how clutter and disorganization affect your nervous system• Simple ways to fall back in love with your space without spending a dime• How to design your home to support your rituals, creativity, and family dynamics• Why upgrading your space isn’t about Pinterest aesthetics but about who you’re becomingConnect with Gabrielle:• Self Assessment Tool : https://mindwelldesign.com/iconic/• Instagram: @mindwelldesign• Website: mindwelldesign.comConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    How to Expect and Be Prepared for Your Viral Moment

    What if your next post was the one that changed everything? In this powerful episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen Szpigiel shares the behind-the-scenes story of a private client whose business transformed overnight after one post went viral.But instead of getting swept up in vanity metrics, Jen walks you through the intentional moves that turned sudden attention into lasting growth. You’ll hear how they leveraged momentum with strategy, funnels, and community care so that the viral moment wasn’t just a spike in followers but a real acceleration in revenue, reach, and impact.Whether you’ve ever dreamed of going viral or wondered what you’d even do if it happened, this episode is your invitation to prepare for it now. Because the truth is, your moment could be right around the corner and the question is, will you be ready?In this episode, you’ll hear:• The story of how one client’s business went from stagnant to skyrocketing in a matter of days• Why vanity metrics alone won’t grow your business and what to focus on instead• The exact steps they used to turn followers into community members and paying clients• How to set up your business today so it’s ready for growth tomorrow• The mindset shift that makes your viral moment possible (and sustainable)Connect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Claiming Your Dreams with Audacity featuring Kelsey Hogan

    What does it really take to claim your dreams and pursue them boldly, even when life feels messy, unpredictable, and full? In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen is joined by Kelsey Hogan, founder of Claimed & Co., who has built her business and life with unapologetic audacity.Kelsey opens up about her journey from side hustle to multi–six figure founder, the pivotal moments that forced her to rise, and how she continues to lead her family and business with vision. Together, we explore the reality of going after what you desire: the mindset shifts, the work ethic, and the willingness to step in before you feel ready.This conversation is filled with practical wisdom, powerful reframes, and honest reflections on what it means to claim your voice, your business, and your future.In this episode, you’ll hear:• Why waiting for the “right time” is one of the biggest traps that keep women stuck• How Kelsey built a sustainable business beyond viral moments and quick wins• The power of claiming abundance and money as part of your mission• The truth about balancing motherhood, leadership, and building wealth• What it looks like to take bold, audacious action when everything in you wants to waitMentioned in this episode:• Goodnight Moon• Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer with SPF• Ranavat Hair CollectionConnect with Kelsey:Website: claimedandco.comInstagram: @claimedandcoConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit Finale - Behind The Curtain of What it Actually Takes

    So often we see the polished highlight reel of entrepreneurship, but rarely do we hear the truth about what it actually takes to build something iconic. In this finale of The Summer Edit, Jen Szpigiel pulls back the curtain and shares the raw, unfiltered reality of leadership, resilience, and devotion.From betrayals and setbacks to rebuilding her brand and team from the ground up, Jen opens up about the experiences that carved her into the leader she is today. She reminds us that business is not about convenience or quick wins, but about showing up, doing the hard things, and becoming someone who can hold the success you desire.This episode is both a mirror and a challenge. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re just playing dress up in your business or truly in it for the long haul, Jen’s words will inspire you to roll up your sleeves, raise your standards, and step boldly into the deep end.In this episode, you’ll hear:• The unseen moments that tested Jen’s resilience and shaped her leadership• Why the hardest seasons can become the foundation for the deepest growth• The choice Jen made when betrayal and loss could have ended it all• What it really takes to build a business that lasts when convenience is no longer an option• The truth about belief, integrity, and the choices that define your legacyConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Leading with Intention as a Thriving Content Creator with Micah Enriquez

    Turning creativity into a business takes more than talent. It takes leadership, intention, and heart. In this episode of the Iconic Podcast, Jen welcomes Micah Enriquez, the vibrant creator behind Make It With Micah, whose uplifting videos bring peace, humor, and beauty into millions of homes.Micah shares how she grew her platform with purpose, consistency, and generosity while staying true to who she is and why she started. From going viral for her cleaning videos to securing brand partnerships that truly align, her journey proves that success comes from leading yourself first and creating from the heart.Together, Jen and Micah pull back the curtain on content creation, monetization, and brand collaborations. Micah offers tactical strategies any aspiring creator can start using today and shares the mindset shifts that have kept her grounded in an ever-changing digital space. You will hear how she deals with trolls, why she believes in sharing openly, and the single principle that can transform your path as a creator.Whether you want to grow your audience, pitch to brands, or feel inspired by a woman carving her own path, this conversation will give you the tools and encouragement to start and keep going.In this episode, you will hear:• How Micah built her platform through daily consistency and intentional content• The art of pitching to brands even with a small following• Why she refuses to gatekeep and how generosity fuels her success• Navigating trolls, criticism, and the pressures of influencer culture• The most important advice she has for women ready to create and lead onlineConnect with Micah:• Instagram: @makeitwithmicah• TikTok: @makeitwithmicahConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit - My Life Principles and How They Shape A Life

    If you’ve ever wondered how Jen balances an iconic business with a deeply intentional lifestyle, this is the episode that shows you how. In this refreshing edition of The Summer Edit, Jen takes you behind the scenes of what truly creates a fulfilling, pleasure-soaked life. She shares the six core life principles that have shaped not only her business success but also the peace, presence, and joy she experiences every single day. These aren’t abstract ideas or quick-fix hacks, but lived and embodied standards that guide how she leads, loves, and lives. Whether you’re seeking more alignment, deeper fulfillment, or a way to prioritize your whole life while still building something extraordinary, this episode is a beautiful invitation to return to what matters most. In this episode, you'll hear: • Jen’s six foundational life principles and how they shape every area of her life • How she moved from hustle and burnout to peace and pleasure • What she prioritizes daily to feel fulfilled in business, motherhood, and relationships • The personal mindset shifts that have created a life of meaning and depth • An invitation to design a life that feels as good as it looksConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    Building a Career from Your Passion with Marilena Madio

    What if the thing you love most (what you’d do for free, what lights you up) could actually become your career? This episode is living proof that it can.In this deeply heartwarming episode, Jen is joined by cover feature and muralist Marilena Madio, a woman who turned a spontaneous creative spark into a thriving, 26-year business rooted in artistry, joy, and service.From painting her daughter’s nursery while eight months pregnant to being featured on the Property Brothers and launching her own mural membership, Marilena’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when you follow what feels good and allow your passion to lead.Together, Jen and Marilena explore the power of being witnessed, the beauty of service over ego, and the kind of legacy that gets built when we choose to lead with love.Whether you’re just starting out or reimagining what’s next, this conversation will meet you where you are and nudge you toward the dream that keeps tugging at you.In this conversation, you'll hear:How Marilena accidentally built a career by simply following what she lovedThe pivotal moments (and people) who shaped her pathWhat really led to her viral mural hitting 52 million viewsWhy being seen and speaking up can open doors you never imaginedHow being unapologetically you can become your most iconic strategyConnect with Marilena:Website: wallwear.caInstagram: @wall_wearMentioned in this episode:Predictable Profits by Stu McLaren: https://stu.me/predictable-profitsOlay Regenerist Retinol 24 MAX Night Face MoisturizerShiseido Sunscreen - TintedConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit- The Truth About Consistency and Why You're Burnt Out

    In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen reveals the real reason so many entrepreneurs are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready to quit. Spoiler alert, it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re trying to be consistent in a way that’s not sustainable.Jen walks you through what consistency really means and how redefining it can help you build a business that lasts. If you’ve been taught that showing up every single day is the only path to success, this episode invites you to reset the pace, reclaim your energy, and build a rhythm that actually supports your growth.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Why discipline matters more than showing up every dayThe difference between productive consistency and performative burnoutHow to spot hidden energy leaks that are draining your creativityWhy your nervous system must be considered when building your scheduleTactical ways Jen integrates rest into a full business and family lifeWhy starting small and adding more is better than pulling back laterThe power of saying less but making it matter moreHow to pace yourself for long-term success without sacrificing presence or potencyConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit - Build Magentic Messaging That Moves People

    In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen takes you deep into the art of magnetic messaging. The kind that doesn’t just sound good, but actually sells. If your content isn’t converting, your copy feels unclear, or you’ve been relying on AI to say what you mean, this is your invitation to reconnect with your voice and claim your message.Jen unpacks how to build powerful, story-driven content that connects, converts, and positions you as the go-to expert in your space. Whether you’re struggling with clarity or playing it too safe, this episode will help you find your edge and use your voice to move the people who need you most.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Why diluted messaging leads to diluted incomeThe difference between poetic language and messaging that sellsHow to clarify your voice without sounding like everyone elseWhy relying on AI for your content could be weakening your brandThe 3 key ingredients of high-converting messaging: truth, transformation, and tensionHow to tailor your language to meet your audience where they areThe power of specificity over broad, general copyWhy your own voice is your most magnetic assetHow social proof and storytelling move people to actionRESOURCES & LINKS:The Art of Storytelling - Access the standalone module pulled from Jen’s signature programThe Iconic Capsule – Get weekly insights and strategy straight from JenBecoming Iconic Magazine – Read the latest issue for more stories, features, and PR opportunitiesConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit - Marketing Like a CEO and Not an Influencer

    In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen draws a powerful line between influencer-style content and true CEO-level marketing. If you’re stuck chasing trends, relying on viral reels, or letting vanity metrics steer your strategy, Jen is here to bring you back to what actually builds a business that lasts.This episode is a rally cry for entrepreneurs to stop posting for clout and start creating content that converts. With equal parts tough love and powerful clarity, Jen unpacks the mindset, structure, and strategy behind sophisticated marketing that reflects your brand and values without the burnout.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Why likes and views are not the measure of a successful businessThe biggest mindset shift Jen made after losing her social media followingHow CEOs create content for conversion, not cloutWhat it really means to treat your marketing like a legacyThe truth about going viral and why it rarely leads to more clientsWhy emotional reactions are killing your consistencyHow a marketing calendar actually unlocks your creativityThe difference between trend-chasing and brand-buildingWhat 50 views can do when your message is clear and intentionalRESOURCES & LINKS:Funnel Mastery – Learn how to build a sales system that works with and without youThe Iconic Capsule – Jen’s signature newsletter for modern entrepreneursConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit - Sales Leaks and Funnel Breakdowns

    In this episode of The Summer Edit, Jen helps you uncover the invisible cracks in your customer journey that are costing you sales, energy, and momentum. If you're stuck in launch fatigue, getting ghosted in the DMs, or wondering why your audience isn't converting, you're not alone, and you're not broken. Your funnel is.Jen walks you through the exact strategies she uses to nurture cold leads, clarify calls to action, and build a seamless sales journey that converts consistently. Whether you're selling high-ticket offers or underestimating the power of low-ticket ones, this episode will give you the clarity and direction you need to build a sustainable business.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:What a funnel really is and why most entrepreneurs are building it backwardsHow to identify where visibility, engagement, or conversions are dropping offWhy strong, specific calls to action are essential to guide your audienceHow to nurture cold leads instead of rushing the saleThe importance of treating your free content like your best offerHow to audit your emails, sales pages, and offers for performanceWhy low-ticket offers can create high-impact momentumWhat launch fatigue really means and how to solve it for goodRESOURCES & LINKS:Funnel Mastery – Learn how to build a sales system that works with and without youThe Iconic Capsule – Jen’s signature newsletter for modern entrepreneursConnect with Jen:Read the magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Hang out with Jen here: @becomingiconicSee all your resources here: www.becomingiconic.coConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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    The Summer Edit- High Converting Offers That Scale

    In this potent episode of The Summer Edit, Jen Szpigiel takes you inside the anatomy of a high-converting offer suite, and why most entrepreneurs are doing it backwards. If you’ve been launching new offers every few weeks just to make ends meet, this is your wake-up call.Jen reveals the structure that has allowed her to generate multi-5 and multi-6 figure months for over 200 consecutive months without burnout, constant reinvention, or live launch chaos. From building your signature offer to pricing with integrity and creating a true client journey, this episode is your blueprint for building a business you can rest in.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:The three essential types of offers every business should haveWhy your signature offer is the most scalable and sustainable thing you can buildWhat most people get wrong about “high ticket” pricing (and what strategic pricing really means)The secret to guiding clients through your brand journey from entry to elevationWhy your messaging clarity (not your worth) is usually the reason your offer isn’t sellingHow to create outcome-based deliverables and an iconic buying experience that turns clients into superfansRESOURCES & LINKS:Masterpiece – Create your signature offer: Only $88B Lounge – Jen’s iconic container for entrepreneurs ready to lead with clarity and resultsConnect with Jen:Read Magazine here: @iconicmagazine__Business Mentorship here: @becomingiconicWatch here: @theiconicmagazineAll resources: becomingiconic.co

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself. Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice and personal stories to support you to spark, grow and scale your business as an entrepreneur. This podcast is for the visionary leaders who are committed to creating their legacy, pursuing their dreams and achieving their goals beyond their current circumstance. The Iconic Podcast sets itself apart through Jen’s unparalleled interview style, genuine curiosity and commitment to having women rise to their potential. Formally known as the Becoming Iconic Podcast, this new iteration is dedicated to providing you with the most potent and powerful conversations with those who have overcome, prevailed and built their lives and

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The Iconic Podcast | Jennifer Szpigiel

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Join Jen Szpigiel, CEO and Editor in Chief of Becoming Iconic and Iconic Magazine weekly as she interviews industry moguls to provide you with the inspiration, insights and lessons for how to grow an iconic life and business for yourself. Each episode will feature actionable steps, expert advice...

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