Unbound Turnarounds

In this (spoiler alert) final episode of Unbound Turnarounds, co-hosts Mallory and Nicole reconnect to share some big decisions about the future of the show. As they reflect on their incredible journey, they revisit some of their favorite episodes from the past year and the moments that made them extra special. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation as they close this chapter and discuss what’s next for Business Unbound and each of them. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory

In this episode, Abby Hobbs joins Mallory to share what it's like to support small business owners from a project and account management perspective. Abby works with the hosts of this show in a professional capacity and shares insights into the phases all teams go through and what makes supporting team members want to stay with you! Both Mallory and Abby also share mistakes they've made and how they remedied them. Make sure to tune in to hear this personal episode and apply learnings to your own dream team!  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How excelling at written communication can help eliminate meetings. Why establishing and following clear boundaries heads off issues. How mistakes can actually deepen relationships with clients. Ways to keep awesome support team members.  A framework to help you make decisions for business and life.  For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Abby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbyhobbsindy/

In this week’s episode, Mallory is joined by Alejandra Ortega to talk about why systems are a key piece of any entrepreneur's support strategy and how to utilize them to ensure they are working for you! For more than a decade, Alejandra has been supporting business owners in setting up automated systems to make their goals happen. Tune in to hear the main way to ensure systems work for you and why simplicity and ease should be your main focus when it comes to reviewing your tech stack. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why systems are a manifestation of your company values and goals. The critical way to design systems (hint, it’s not about everyone else)! How to get started with systems and automation.  Why systems aren’t the end all be all and aren’t one and done. That you are a walking business and why that means support is critical. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Alejandra: https://alejandraortega.com/

Alexandra Phillips is a highly-accomplished executive leadership coach and member of the Forbes Coaches Council. "You don't need a coach to transform your business," Alexandra says right off the bat. "But, as a coach, I accelerate that transformation."  She helps high-performing teams and individuals clarify their goals, create actionable plans, and engage in the purpose-driven work that feeds your soul and fills your pocketbook. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Strategies to elevate your leadership (even without a team) and drive impactful change. The value of personalized coaching in accelerating personal and professional growth. Techniques for 'optimizing yourself' and overcoming energy blocks. How to give yourself permission to make new choices and prioritize yourself. Why coaching is an emotional and financial investment in yourself.  For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Alexandra: www.copperowlgroup.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandraphillipscoach/

In this episode, Nicole chats with Jordanne Pallesen, the Founder of Julep Publicity, who brings over 15 years of PR and communications experience to the table. As a nurturing mother and a seasoned professional, Jordanne guides small business owners through the often-overwhelming world of public relations.  She helps clients successfully execute PR campaigns, amplify brand awareness, and secure media opportunities that boost your authority. Jordanne shares her journey, the inner workings of Julep Publicity, and how you can access results-driven PR services. In this episode, you’ll learn:  The importance of honesty and transparency when telling your story. Strategies for building up your credibility and exposure through the media. How to extend your reach with self-serve PR platforms like HARO and Qwoted. What engaging a PR strategist looks like, costs, and can accomplish. Insights into Jordanne's subscription PR service for small businesses. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Jordanne: https://www.juleppublicity.com/ 

Nicole sits down with Heidi Bossley, an Independent Healthcare Quality Consultant, to discuss the ups and downs of running your own business as a single woman. Heidi shares her journey of leaving a stable full-time job, taking a much-needed break, then diving into consulting.  She opens up about the financial and emotional challenges of managing everything independently, and the hard-won lessons she’s learned along the way. Her story is one of resilience, prioritizing mental health, and redefining success on her own terms. In this episode, you’ll learn:  The realities of running a business solo as a single woman. Why prioritizing mental and physical health over work is critical. How to navigate financial independence in business and life. When making soul-driven decisions without external validation makes sense. The value of investing in meaningful relationships and personal passions. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Heidi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-bossley-2b68ba10/

Join us for a chat with Jodie Strong, a certified bookkeeper and QuickBooks Pro Advisor with a passion for helping entrepreneurs make sense of their money. After overcoming personal challenges and rediscovering her professional identity, Jodie found her calling. Learn how a bookkeeper can change your business for the better, make tax time less traumatic, and help you make informed decisions about your future. In this episode, you’ll learn:  How bookkeeping differs from tax accounting and why it's essential for small businesses. Strategies for small business owners to effectively manage their finances. Tips for fellow bookkeepers on creating efficient systems and workflows. Ways to become your bookkeeper's dream client (so they can be your dream supporter). The importance of balancing professional passion with personal well-being. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Jodie: https://jstrongbookkeeping.com/ or https://hughesandstrong.com

In this episode, we dive deep with Sara Wiles, a leading expert in the Virtual Assistant industry who built a VA business that gave her the freedom and flexibility to be both a dedicated mom and a thriving entrepreneur. "Without support, you can't have balance!" From signing her first client within 8 days to making $100k in 16 months, Sara's story is filled with wild highs, anxiety-fueled lows, and broken business "rules." Tune in to learn how Sara transformed her chaotic hustle into a balanced, profitable business model that allows for a life-first approach. In this episode, you’ll learn:  What a VA is, what they do, and why you (probably) need one. How to "job shadow yourself" to onboard your VA for success.  Strategies for delegating administrative, creative, and technical tasks. How to find and pay for a VA through her matchmaking services. Ways to create psychological safety and retain your VA long-term. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Sara: https://startandgrowco.com/matchmaking/

Join us as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Coley Arnold, founder of The Foundress—a thriving community that offers monthly meetings, intentional mentorship, curated speakers, and tangible resources to help women expand their success and impact. Coley shares her experience as a busy mom and "serial entrepreneur" who has a unique knack for connecting women who GET IT. Discover how embracing community over competition (and getting off social media!) can swap guilt for growth. In this episode, you’ll learn:  The importance of embracing failures and struggles in shaping success. How building a supportive community of women entrepreneurs makes you powerful. Strategies to avoid burnout when turning your passion into a business. How aligning your actions with your personal and professional vision mitigates guilt. Insights on leveraging mentorship and community building to scale your business. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Coley: https://www.foundress.co/

Co-hosts Mallory and Nicole kick off season four with a deep-dive into the support systems that make their businesses feel manageable, efficient, and enjoyable (most of the time, anyway).  Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt advice to help you make business feel better all day, every day. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why you need at least one person who "knows your whole story" How a dedicated team can boost your efficiency and personal well-being How pets can reduce stress, improve mood, and increase productivity The benefits of having a "personal wellness team" and how to build yours Why we cannot survive without Canva, Teamwork, and Dubsado For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Dubsado 30% off first year or month code: dubsado.com/?c=moreyouagency Workflow overview: https://www.moreyouagency.com/free

In this episode, we chat with Dusti Arab, a mom of three, fractional CMO, and founder of The Reinvention Co., a marketing consultancy for personality-driven companies.  Dusti shares her journey from running a full-service agency to becoming a solopreneur, and how that big pivot was key to taking a 12-week maternity leave—without losing business momentum or her sanity. In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to restructure your business to support your life. Strategies for taking extended leave without sacrificing business growth. Ways to balance kids and work for long-term sustainability and joy. Tips for setting up your business financially so you can stay flexible. Insights into balancing mental wellbeing, childcare, and time management. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with MalloryConnect with Dusti: https://www.thereinvention.co/ Aupair in America: https://www.aupairinamerica.com/

You’ve all heard it before, “time is money.” In this episode, guest Kiri Mohan, explains WHY!  Kiri, Founder of Corporate2Contract, helps women freelancers who have a background in the corporate world take their contractor business from surviving to thriving. She explains how your pricing directly relates to time management and vice versa. Your dream actually CAN be your reality. There is a way to have a career, a flexible schedule, and get paid what you deserve. But it requires reframing your mindset around pricing, identifying what you spend your time on, and lots of focus. Tune in for lots of tips on how to do just that!  In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Set your pricing in relation to your time. Set tiered pricing for high attention clients.  Accept hustle for a short period of time. Balance being self-employed with your personal life. Take your side hustle to full time.  For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Kiri: https://www.corporate2contract.com/ Her Balanced Side Hustle Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/BizUnbound

“Any growth is still growth.” Mother Nature certainly agrees. We're joined by Lauren Hostetler, a full-time nurse and part-time wilderness guide helping women summit their struggles in wide open places. She explains (quite convincingly) why entrepreneurs who spend time outside create more space, joy, and focus in their businesses. Even science agrees spending time in nature does wonders for weary souls. Just a few minutes of bird song triggers parasympathetic zen. Fresh air and inspiring views decrease muscle tension and stress hormones. Basically, the great outdoors is a balm for busy brains. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Generate fresh ideas and solutions without even trying. Remove pressure to better balance business growth and life priorities. Work smarter so you, too, can be #donebydinner. Create a business journal of all you've already solved. Use online tools to create and follow your own "Master Plan." For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/moemountains/?hl=en  Get The Master Plan: https://www.thedaringdaughters.com/MASTERPLAN Hear Lauren on The Daring Daughters: https://directory.libsyn.com/episod

“My business follows my life, not the other way around.” #preach We're joined by Molly Mahar, the visionary behind Stratejoy, a community empowering women to cultivate authentic, joyful relationships with themselves. Hear about her inspiring journey planning—and actually pulling off—a year traveling abroad with her husband and two young kids. She did it without working, without earning, and without having a full-blow meltdown. (PRAISING HER!) In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Take a transformative sabbatical from entrepreneurship. Craft a business around your dream life—now, not later. Overcome scarcity mindset through intentional financial planning. Put big dreams into action, even if you have kids. Return to your business in a healthy and refreshed way. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Molly: https://stratejoy.com/

“I'm done glorifying busyness.” You should be, too! In this episode, we delve into the intersection of entrepreneurship, self-care, and effectiveness with La’Vista Jones, a seasoned coach, author, and founder of 31 Marketplace. She shares deeply personal stories, like having a doctor prescribe short-term disability for stress. Then she teaches us how to create a more sustainable work-life balance, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize self-care—without compromising your bottom line. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Work ON your business more than IN your business. Stop chronic overfunctioning to fuel sustainable business growth. Select "selfish" self-care activities based on your Love Languages. Stop pledging allegiance to the hustle.  Integrate self-care into your routine with S.P.A. days. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with La'Vista: https://www.thirtyonemarketplace.com/

“The line between urgent and important gets really blurry.” (Cue text message DING!) In this episode, we sit down with Noreen Music, the visionary behind Organize My Space to learn how to protect entrepreneurs’ most valuable resource—time.  Learn how creating a planning practice can help you feel more organized, present, focused, and effective. By cultivating a stress-free and harmonious state of flow, Noreen shares how we can replace rigidity and overwhelm with abundance, freedom, and fulfillment.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Filter commitments to combat overcommitment Overcome "poisonous perfectionism" Swap between CEO Brain and Worker Brain Break free from digital distractions and screen sucking Achieve a flow state needed for deep work For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Noreen: www.OrganizeMySpaceCalgary.com https://instagram.com/organizemyspacecalgary/  https://facebook.com/organizemyspacecalgary/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/organize-my-space-calgary/

“It’s like having an executive assistant working on your behalf 24/7/365.” In this episode, co-host Mallory Underwood shares the power of workflows and automation in streamlining small business operations. Harness these time-saving techniques and brainstorm all the ways a CRM can help make business feel better. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Distinguish workflows and automations from traditional task lists. Harness the power of CRM systems like Dubsado for repeatable duties. Implement workflows for lead management and podcast guest coordination. Understand the initial time investment required for setting up workflows. Save 30% on Dubsado CRM and get a free consultation with Mallory! For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Mallory: https://www.moreyouagency.com/workflows Get your free copy of The Game-Changing Way to Simplify Running Your Business: https://www.moreyouagency.com/free Save 30% on Dubsado CRM: https://dubsado.com/?c=moreyouagency

“When you’re feeling stretched to the limit, simpler is better.” In this episode, co-host Nicole Ross introduces her all-time favorite time management tactic—the Red, Yellow, Green Sticky Note Exercise. This surprisingly simple strategy provides actionable insights and self-awareness when you feel overwhelmed and off kilter.  Tune in to uncover the outsized power of small adjustments and become inspired to finally take control of your time. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Get specific about why you feel overwhelmed, overworked, and OVER IT. Use green, red, and yellow sticky notes to know what's working and what isn't. Delegate, delete, or dig in based on how each task makes you feel. Give yourself permission to rearrange your schedule to honor your needs. Figure out what to do when you can’t do it all. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory

“Your environment is self-care, so create a space that lightens your cognitive load.” In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of neurodesign with Shannon Harris, a serial entrepreneur and visionary in real estate development, interior design, and healthy home living.  As the founder of Fuse Living and Homeself Neurodesign, Shannon has mastered the art of creating optimal living spaces that seamlessly blend sustainability, functionality, personality and aesthetics. Unlike most traditional designers, though, she bases her methods on cutting-edge neuroscience. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Craft an environment that fosters well-being and productivity. Brainstorm “solve small” strategies that have an outsized impact on your brain. Incorporate the five senses into your workspace to subconsciously lift your spirits. Apply the principles of neurodesign to reduce “threats” you didn’t even notice. Implement practical tips to reduce cognitive load and bring more joy to your work. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Shannon: https://hello-s-site-7ef9.thinkific.com/courses/Homeselfintro

“You don’t have to be perfect to perform really well.” Music to our ears! In this special bonus episode, we dive into the world of optimal human performance with Stefan Underwood, a seasoned performance specialist and Senior Vice President of Methodology at Exos…AND podcast co-host Mallory’s husband! With nearly two decades of experience, Stefan shares how his work with elite military, professional athletes, and corporate teams translates to women business owners. Join us as Stefan discusses the role of “flow state” in unlocking your human potential and sustainable high performance. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Strive for excellence instead of perfection. Create an environment conducive to flow state, focus, and effectiveness. Implement practical tactics to identify and eliminate flow blockers. Recognize the significance of recovery in achieving peak performance. Understand the neuroscience behind flow state and executive function. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Stefan: ​​www.teamexos.com  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

“Entrepreneurship is like candy for our brains.” Don’t let ADHD sour the experience! Join us as we delve into the multifaceted world of neurodiversity with Dr. Trista Keating, an expert in ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, and depression. Specifically, we dig into what happens when women entrepreneurs go undiagnosed due to their coping mechanisms. She underscores the importance of showing yourself grace and recognizing some tasks are legitimately more difficult for those with ADHD. Psst, these lessons apply to *everyone.* In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Recognize ADHD challenges among women entrepreneurs. Manage symptoms through self-care, exercise, and nutrition. Use technology to help you organize tasks, focus, and manage time. Shift your mindset around ADHD and stop putting yourself last. Ask for what you need from your team and professionals. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Trista: https://www.acornpsychology.ca/about-us 

“I just wanted to get in my car and drive away from my life.” That’s how perimenopause has felt for Dr. Mary Knudsen, co-founder of Grassroots Naturopathic Medicine Health Clinic. Which is to say, you’re not alone. With 19 years of expertise, Dr. Mary educates us about the intricate links between shifting hormones, fatigue, distraction, and mental health. Plus, she has some sage advice if you find yourself… ahem, hating everyone. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:  Identify and reframe the symptoms of perimenopause Understand the effects of estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol Use the power of the broccoli family (yep, really) Find hormone support to boost work/life well-being Prioritize rest so you can avoid (or at least minimize) burnout P.S. Why isn’t it called (wo)menopause? Asking for a friend. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Mary: https://www.grassrootsnaturopathic.com Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult with a qualified health care provider before starting any health plan.

“Your mind can’t solve all your problems,” try though it may. Maria Serbus is a coach, consultant, and keynote speaker whose work is deeply informed by her personal journey with anxiety and ADHD. An Occupational Therapist by trade, and professional encourager by choice, she now helps women free themselves from the cycle of over-thinking and over-doing so they can balance ambition with mindful appreciation of life’s precious moments. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Make anxiety and ADHD your success superpowers Replace overwhelm and self-doubt with unshakeable confidence Develop mind/body/joy tools that cultivate resilience Combat negative self-talk and reshape your inner dialogue Give yourself permission to pivot personally and professionally For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Maria: https://www.mariaserbus.com/ FREE Tame Anxiety Guide: https://maria-serbus.myflodesk.com/tameanxiety

Robyn Egloff was born with a strong work ethic, but she had to learn to ask for help.  Her graphic design career began at a traditional ad agency, an experience full of highs and lows. She loved the camaraderie and creativity. But 3 A.M. press checks for dog food bags? Woof. When her first child arrived, she pared down. By kiddo #3, agency life was untenable.  “Staying home with kids had always looked harder than going to work.” But financially, it made more sense. She tried the full-time-mom-thing but felt…incomplete. The feeling spurred her into the world of freelance design. After a few years, she Co-Founded The Nest Collective, a boutique virtual agency, with two friends.  In this episode, Robyn gets real about the emotional rollercoasters of business ownership, motherhood, and getting sued for work that was “too good.” For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Robyn: www.thenestbzn.com/ 

She found freedom when she stopped trying to "fix" depression.  Tori Pintar knows a thing or two about viewing life through different lenses. A photographer by trade, and a marketer by choice, she's come a long way from her point-and-shoot days. Her business is all about capturing everyday people in raw moments.  Luckily for us, she shares some of her rawest moments in return. Depression has ebbed and flowed through Tori's life for twenty years. Whenever it reappears, it's met by a version of her who is wiser, more compassionate, and better equipped to move through it. Even when the will to participate in life wanes, she knows joy will return—and she has her toolkit at the ready.  "I want to get 'Go Outside' tattooed on my arm." It helps, as does reawakening her senses through cooking. Depression has boosted her endurance in many ways, even more so than the marathon training that helps her reach the other side.  In this episode, Tori shares how she learned (and keeps learning) to show herself grace. She also speaks openly about her past struggles with orthorexia and the intuitive eating practices that helped her reharvest time and energy for things that truly bring her joy. Like bringing her neighbors homemade sourdough baguettes in her pjs on a snowy Christmas morning. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Tori: www.toripintar.com/

 “Who do I want to be in this situation?” It’s a question life coach Vera Ilnyckyj asks herself—and her clients—daily.  After two decades in the corporate and nonprofit marketing worlds, she knew it was time to give more of her authentic self to the world. That meant becoming a full-time coach focused on helping mid-life women grow through divorce and job loss. Leave it to Vera to turn her own struggles into a beautiful service for others. She’s experienced divorce and job loss… simultaneously. It was the catalyst for a mindset shift she now teaches others. “It’s not about what life does to us. It’s about what life does for us.” #micdrop In this episode, Vera shares why we need to delete “should” from our vocabulary, respond instead of react, and create everyday restorative rituals. (Sure it can be about coffee!) She also shares how she learned to create space to hear her quiet inner voice and all it had to say about self-trust. After all, when you align work and life with your values, it turns out everything you need is within you. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Vera: practicalwisdomcoaching.ca  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@practicalwisdomcoaching TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@lifecoachvera  Define Your Values Workbook: www.practicalwisdomcoaching.ca/define-your-values  

Nutrition means listening to your body—really listening. Heidi Williams believes all foods fit into your diet, and she would know. As a Registered Dietitian, Sports Dietitian, and NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, she’s passionate about transforming our relationship with food and our bodies. “Weight loss isn’t the answer to happiness. There’s so much more to life.” Unfortunately, women entrepreneurs often feel surrounded by diet culture and body shaming. Managing a business is hard enough without constantly counting calories, cutting out comfort foods, or running on the hamster wheel (err, treadmill). Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, stress, or simply forgetting to eat between meetings, prioritizing nutrition can fill your days with more energy, focus, and joy. And who doesn’t want to fill up on joy?! In this episode, Heidi shifts our collective perspective around weight, nutrition, and fitness. She reveals how nutrition (and movement) can actually make you a better business owner. Plus, she explains why nine out of ten times, women aren’t eating ENOUGH food. “You don’t need to ‘love’ your body, but maybe don’t hate it so much.” Amen to that. From mindset to practical tips, this episode gives you a lot to digest. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Heidi: www.realnutritionandfitness.com/  Intuitive Eating Book: www.amazon.com/Intuitive-Eating-4th-Anti-Diet-Revolutionary/dp/1250255198 

Your best self lives at the intersection of science and wisdom. She’ll draw you a map. Tiffany Grimm Fulton is known for her infectious energy, insatiable curiosity, and knack for connecting the dots. When she earned a degree in Sports Medicine, it was in pursuit of a clear goal: become a kickass team doctor. She was driven, passionate, and powered by her self-proclaimed “push mentality.” The only issue was that her dream job didn’t feel quite as dreamy after graduation. After a few detours (ask her about cocktail waitressing), she booked a one-way ticket to South America. Perhaps this trip would point her compass in the right direction. Wish granted! Tiff studied Eastern medicine, energy work, spirituality… and herself. She learned to bridge Eastern and Western philosophies. Her fire got lit—and never went out.  Hear how her business helps fulfill her highest purpose. Learn when to lean in or lean back. Find out how to trust BIG and stress less. From primal wisdom to soul synergy, this episode empowers you to make even the most mundane feel sacred. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Tiffany: https://bio.site/tiffanygrimmfulton Tiff on Instagram: @tiffanygrimmfulton  Tiff on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-grimm-fulton  Free Master Class for Mamas: https://courses.mothersmovingmountains.com/f/take-your-power-back

She had confidence in her skills, just not in herself. Chiropractor Dr. Karen Quinn (aka “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman” in Nicole’s brain) doesn’t do all or nothing—not anymore. It’s one of the lessons she’s learned building her own practice, her way. Like most women business owners, she struggled, doubted, and waited tables in a kilt to make ends meet. Over time, though, she learned to trust in her voice. She noticed how decisions felt in her body. She redefined “success” and stopped equating net worth with self worth.  The result? A business that feels authentically aligned with her values and healing philosophy.  Learn how Karen helps women realign their bodies (and minds) through gentle chiropractic care and deep conversations. Plus, we chat about “solve small” ways frazzled business owners can dial down stress and boost overall body function. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Karen: www.drkarenquinn.com

Sit next to her on a plane, ask what she does, and she’ll say “I grow resilience in people.” Lorca Smetana has learned how to be with hard things beautifully—but that wisdom came at a cost. After surviving the Mt. Hood climbing tragedy at sixteen, she quickly realized ‘security’ doesn’t exist. Life is unpredictable, and our only real choice is how we show up in the face of uncertainty. As a Resilience Coach, she acts as a ‘wilderness guide to the self’ for those who crave deeper confidence, peace, and self-trust. She teaches how to heal what hasn’t happened yet. She cultivates healthy emotional ecosystems. She reveals the path to joy independent of circumstance. Some clients find solace at Lorca’s Montana farm, where she raises Icelandic sheep and white homing pigeons. Others collaborate virtually as they learn about supported risk, shedding emotional armor, and identifying “the problems they do want.” Hear how Lorca intertwines resilience and entrepreneurship in her own life and why her purpose in the world is NOT to create the perfect business. (Pssst…neither is yours!) For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Lorca: www.lorcasmetana.com/about 

She’s like a gentle chiropractor for your soul, except you get to feel better for free. Mallory Underwood loves talking about wellness, and this episode reveals why. From youth team sports to pre-kids beach volleyball, yoga teacher training to endurance fundraisers, fitness has always been a sure-fire way to nourish her soul. What she didn’t realize was how quickly her active lifestyle could evaporate. After weaning her first son, Mallory suffered from debilitating insomnia for nearly a year. A hormone imbalance turned out to be the culprit, but a fierce urge to protect her sleep persists to this day. “Reclaiming your sleep is the ultimate expression of self-care.” But that’s a tall order when you share a home with two kids, a husband, and a duo of nocturnal hamsters. Even once she found a home-based workout rhythm, largely centered around riding her Peloton bike, it wasn’t smooth sailing. Acute back pain flared out of the blue, forcing her to recalibrate her wellness routine yet again. Biking made it worse. So did sitting at a desk. As did…well, pretty much everything. In this episode, Business Unbound’s Co-Founder shares how she assembled the support team her body (and mind) needed—all while combating a chronic case of people-pleasing and perfectionism. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Peloton Bikes: www.onepeloton.com/bike

Ponies, punches, and panic attacks—just your typical cowgirl kickboxer’s wellness journey. Nicole Ross can’t remember the last time she worked out in a traditional gym. Perhaps… never? Her approach to physical fitness has always been simple: do whatever you (genuinely) like. Period. Instead of heart-pumping runs, she opted for heartwarming days brushing and riding horses—more of a workout than people think btw. Being an equestrian wasn’t about weight loss, strength training, or attracting likes on social media (which didn’t exist yet, praise be). It was pure. Fast forward to corporate life when physical and mental wellness were replaced by long hours at the office and grad school. Then she gloved up for her first Muay Thai Kickboxing class and was… hooked. (Please laugh.) Fighting lit her up inside in ways only horses had—until panic attacked. In this episode, Business Unbound’s Co-Founder reflects on being knocked down—but not out—by anxiety, burnout, and online dating as a 40-something. (Spoiler alert: it sucks.)  Now, though, with freedom over her schedule, affirmation cards everywhere, and the right people in her corner, she’s finally back in the fight. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Happyish Oracle Card Deck: https://emandfriends.com/products/happyish-deck Affirmators® Original Card Deck: https://emandfriends.com/collections/decks/products/affirmators-deluxe-deck  Affirmators® at Work Card Deck: https://emandfriends.com/collections/decks/products/knock-knock-affirmators-at-work-50-affirmation-cards-deck  Unroll.me: https://unroll.me/

Inside a musty utility closet, dubbed the ‘pumping room’ for office mothers, Abby fought back tears.  She’d saved up three weeks of PTO to stay home with her new baby. She’d finagled a special paycheck schedule to continue covering her health insurance premiums. And she didn’t get a single day of paid maternity leave. The “American Dream” felt anything but dreamy. Abby Nieten, Founder of Shining Waters Editorial, knows what it’s like to feel pulled in every direction. Every working mom does. “I could be a good mother, or a good employee—but not both.” Work made parenting more stressful. Parenting made work more stressful. Rinse and repeat as child number two and three eventually came along. Though she loved her colleagues, the tech sector was overbrimming with ‘false urgency.’ It felt forever frantic, as they were asked to do everything faster. Software was designed to be ‘always on.’ Humans were not. Was this the pace she wanted for her life? When her company downsized 40%, and her entire team was eliminated, Abby was shell shocked at the framing: “It’s not personal—it’s just math.” When did people become nothing more than the subtraction part of a math problem? Six months into full-time freelancing, Abby is grateful to be off the hamster wheel. (She’s actually getting a lunch break!) With the right people in her corner, and trust in herself, she can’t wait to see what’s ahead. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Abby: https://shiningwaterseditorial.com/  Dear Sons Blog Post: https://shiningwaterseditorial.com/letter-2/  Relay Financial Wave: www.waveapps.com/

She’s not saying getting laid off is a good thing. But she’s not not saying it either. Jen Ribble, Founder of Jen Ribble Writes, never planned to be her own boss. (Like, ever.) After all, she’d spent decades building her corporate resume and network of emotional support humans. She was good at her craft, comfortable, and well compensated. Until she wasn’t.  In January of 2020, out of the blue, Jen was laid off from her tech marketing job. With a cardboard box of belongings under one arm, she sent a text to a small group of friends as she left the office. “Please send writing projects my way until I figure out what to do next.” Learn how her network stepped up, so much so that she turned down a “perfect job offer” sixty days later to pursue freelance full time. And it turned out that many of the requirements she had accepted about how work works were actually optional—like commuting and meetings before 11 a.m. During a self-imposed year-long trial period, Jen discovered she could also earn more while working less. She noticed her stress level was at an all-time low. She had control over her own reality for the first time in her professional career. “I was able to keep doing good work without all the garbage.”  With corporate life permanently in the rearview mirror, and retirement on the horizon, Jen proves it’s never too late to accidentally embrace entrepreneurship. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Jen: www.jenribble.com/

She’s a proud mother of two—a young daughter and a boutique web design business. Sarah Cauble is a self-proclaimed work-from-homebody, but her favorite title will always be “Mom.” It only took three months interning in the corporate world to realize that life wasn’t for her… and never would be. While entrepreneurship feels risky to many, she thought, “What do I have to lose? I can always apply for a job if it doesn’t work out.” More than a decade later, it’s safe to say things are working out just fine, thank you very much. In this episode, Sarah shares how her desire for family, flexibility, and financial simplicity helped her create a company that works around her life—not the other way around. Rapid growth? Heck no. Managing a team? No need. Complex systems? Hard pass. “I have no ambition to grow,” she says without a hint of apology. Learn how she built a low-risk business that put family first—and how those motivations are evolving as her daughter heads off to Kindergarten. Come feast or famine, Sarah’s story underscores the importance of being intentional and surrounding yourself with people who always have your back. And when that isn’t quite enough, motivating mantras, a good cry, and a cup of green tea just might do the trick! For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Sarah: https://sarahcauble.com/  Boomerang for Gmail: www.boomeranggmail.com/  To do list: https://teuxdeux.com/  Self-hosted Invoicing: https://www.pancakeapp.com/   Time tracking (I use the free version): https://toggl.com/track/ 

If she didn’t do it, someone else would. Carolyn Williams, Founder of Zephyr Cycling Studio, hadn’t known the destination—she just kept taking the next right step.  After graduating with an English Major and Music Minor, Carolyn moved to New York City to work… not in English or Music. She soaked up lessons in professionalism, project management, and marketing that her future self would need. But her soul wanted more. She found it at her first rhythm-based cycling class. The music, the movement, the people— that magical combination lit her up from inside. “I finally understood what it was to be passionate about something,” she says. When life presented an opportunity to move home to Montana, she took that next right step. Every time she drove up the canyon to Bozeman, though, something nibbled at her soul. The town didn’t have a cycling studio, and her heart needed one to exist.  So she built a welcoming, warm, pristine space that raises students’ heart rates—while lowering their blood pressures. And, she centered the business around community (and dogs) from day one. When COVID hit, that community stepped up in ways Carolyn never could’ve imagined. Together, they fought to keep moving—together. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Carolyn: https://zephyrcyclingstudio.com/  Take Zephyr Classes Online From Anywhere: https://tradewind.zephyrcyclingstudio.com/video/

She’s most proud of not quitting. But she certainly considered it.  Rachel Downey, Founder of Share Your Genius, has worn a lot of hats—and not just because she majored in Theater. From digital marketer to bartender, Rachel was used to juggling jobs and making ends meet. Yet, she didn’t trust herself. Was she smart enough? Were her dreams big enough?  She tried climbing the corporate ladder, but offices weren’t for her. She came, she saw, she felt… trapped. “Corporate life felt like a cage.” Though she’d always been attracted to entrepreneurship, it took a forced hospital stay with her premature daughter to seriously rethink her work/life priorities. It was time to stop telling herself what wasn’t possible.  Learn how she stepped out on her own, built a B2B podcasting company, burned it all down (not really, but sort of…), and rebuilt her business in a more authentic, flexible, and sustainable way. All it took was a hard-won mindset shift, a global pandemic, and a little sticky note that arrived at just the right moment. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Rachel: www.shareyourgenius.com/

She had a plan. The universe had a very different one. From therapist to Uber driver, executive assistant to Human Design Coach, Ashley Wilhite knows a thing or two about pivoting. Armed with a Masters degree from Columbia, and a heart for disadvantaged people, she set out on a traditional career path in therapy. After a while, though, hefty student loans, workplace politics, and bureaucratic red tape hijacked her joy. She was doing meaningful work, true. But the life that job afforded (ahem, or didn’t) left her wanting more—more financial freedom, location flexibility, and energy left in the tank. Ashley grieved the life she’d anticipated, but she soon hung her own shingle as an online business coach. No set schedule? Helping people? This had to be right…right? Within three years, massive burnout (the sequel) came knocking. Rethink. Reset. Recalibrate. Learn how a chance encounter at a Texas gas station opened Ashley’s eyes to Human Design and “The Science of Differentiation.” Now a full-time (well, four hours per day) Human Design Coach, she’s finally found her calling. All she had to do was listen to what her body was saying all along. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS:  Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Ashley: www.instagram.com/ashleywilhitecoaching  Get Your Free Human Design Chart Mallory’s Human Design Chart Nicole’s Human Design Chart 

Sometimes you have to step back to take a step forward. Margo Stoney, Founder of High Mountain Creative, knows this all too well. Her entrepreneur origin story has a few stops and starts, but she’s grateful for the ups, downs, and turnarounds that got her where she is today. A graphic designer by trade, and a snowboarder by choice, Margo lives for fresh powder, passport stamps, and outdoor adventures with her pup Rico. Though she remembers her years in corporate life fondly, insatiable wanderlust eventually won out. Learn how she honed her craft on the open road—and the #vanlife malfunction that led her to cross paths with her now-husband. Then hear about the climate crisis reality check that pivoted her entire business model toward supporting conservation nonprofits and sustainable brands. “Choose your eco focus and run with it,” Margo advises fellow entrepreneurs struggling with climate anxiety. Whether it’s integrated into your business, personal life, or both, small steps can make a big impact. Volunteering for trash pickups, planting trees, sustainable commuting, upcycling, and embracing Leave No Trace ethics while recreating are just a few ways to get started. At every turn, Margo has a knack for finding (or creating) an “Option C” in situations that seem black and white. If you’ve ever wanted to infuse more purpose into your work (without going back to school for a Masters Degree in Biology), press play. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory  Connect with Margo: www.highmountaincreative.com/  How to go Green as a Small Businesses: 5 Tips to Get Started Environmental Advocacy: A Practical Guide on How To Get Started 6 Questions to Ask Your Printer About Green and Eco-

“Don’t be afraid to ask for help, but that help might not be free.” Preach! Jenn Vernarsky isn’t afraid to invest in herself, and it’s paid off—big time. Despite an established left-brain career in nursing, her right-brain creativity kept pulling her deeper into the world of photography. What began with a family vacation and a starter DSLR camera quickly grew into a passion.  “There’s so much burnout in nursing,” Jenn reflects. She loved her patients, but she didn’t want that to be her fate. Maybe there was a way to have it all? (Spoiler Alert: There was!) Jenn strategically invested in the mentors, systems, and gear she needed to build a successful elopement and portrait photography business. One day at a time, she began tipping the scales from nursing income to generating her own revenue doing what she loved most—taking pictures. Now, five years in, Jenn has learned a lot about how to manage clients, arrange her schedule, and learn up new skills, while picking up nursing shifts in her slow season. Most importantly, she’s learned that “Humans make mistakes.”  Her advice? Forgive yourself, learn from it, and press on. Oh, and take pictures every day! For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Jenn: www.jennifervernarskyphotography.com

The key to success? Rad women who've always got your back. Darby Knoll, Pack Leader at Darby's Dogs and Executive Director of Backcountry Squatters, shares her roundabout path from wannabe veterinarian to entrepreneur. Plagued by teasingly-diverse interests, and eventually health challenges, she reflects on how she learned to create a (far) more sustainable career *her way.* Thanks to her learned self-confidence, and a community of women to cheer her on, Darby counts her lucky stars every time she hits the trails—pups in tow. (Kidding, they're out front, of course.) Now, more than eight years into nonprofit management, and about to hit her first anniversary at Darby's Dogs, she reflects on listening to your body, imposter syndrome, and why doing your research is kinda overrated. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory Connect with Darby: https://www.darbysdogs.com/ or https://backcountrysquatters.org/

She still remembers flying to Montana and learning to 'eat the frog.'   Stefanie Jansen, Founder of Word4Word Writing, shares her origin story of becoming a freelance copywriter while raising four daughters (and one husband). After a fruitful career in corporate marketing, she decided to bring her talents in-house (literally) for the flexibility, financial freedom, and control she craved.   Detail-obsessed, and a die hard defender of the Oxford comma, this Hoosier kicked off her journey with a frigid trip to Montana for Be Your Own Boss Bootcamp with her mentor. Armed with the tools and confidence to try something scary, she jumped in with both feet.   More than six years into entrepreneurship, Stefanie has a healthy dose of perspective ("I work for you. But I don't work FOR you.") and 90-inch vs. 90-minute commute. No wonder she hasn't looked back.   Best of all, she's now become the mentor who inspires and empowers others to go it alone—together.   For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: – Secrets of a Freelance Writer: www.amazon.com/Secrets-Freelance-Writer-Make-Year/dp/0805078037 – Join the Inbound Insights Email List: www.unboundboss.com/inbound-insights – Browse Business Unbound Courses: www.unboundboss.com/courses – Connect with Stefanie: www.word4wordwriting.com/

Even on the toughest days, entrepreneurship was still better than the alternative. Mallory Underwood, Founder of More You and Co-Founder of Business Unbound, shares her story of juggling cross-country moves, two toddlers, and an insatiable craving for connection. Despite a fulfilling career in the nonprofit sector, life circumstances kept nudging her toward a new path—one that would once again light up her soul. She charted a new course, creating a location-independent agency of Online Business Managers. Though it's been a rollercoaster, she's created a life that offers more autonomy over her day, more money in her bank account, and more time for her family. In this episode, Mallory reflects on working from home long before it was cool, why it's anything but selfish to demand "more you," and the comma that changed the course of her life. For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory 

It turned out her authentic self was only 1,500 miles and one business away. Nicole Ross, Founder of Creative Quarterback and Co-Founder of Business Unbound, shares her story of professional and personal rebirth. After a decade of corporate life, and chronic panic attacks, she stopped wasting her 'energy thimble' pretending to be fine—and pivoted to actually being happy. It meant quitting her job, starting a virtual creative agency, and moving to middle-of-nowhere Montana. It meant redefining success, creating community, and prioritizing her mental and physical wellbeing. It meant "Life Comes First." Now, eight years into entrepreneurship, Nicole reflects on the experience of rebuilding life from the ground up—and why it was so important to do it her way.   For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS: Connect with Nicole Connect with Mallory  Voxer: www.voxer.com

Stop doing business alone. From surprise tax bills to operations overwhelm, juggling work and family to imposter fatigue, women entrepreneurs face challenges only fellow business owners truly understand. We're Nicole and Mallory, friends, confidants, and "business besties." With more than 13 years on the entrepreneurial rollercoaster, and 100 clients combined, we've lived the struggles, put in our time, and witnessed life-changing wins. And now, we are opening up our conversations to you! Unbound Turnarounds is a podcast all about the challenges most women business owners think about constantly—but rarely voice. Each season focuses on a different topic and features women with inspiring insights about money, time, systems, wellness, and much more. This is your safe space for the ups, downs, and the turnarounds. #getunbound