A Better Way

Kimberly is the Founder and CEO of Excelerate, a firm specializing in executive strategy and communication. With over 30 years experience leading organizations like Starbucks toward growth, Kimberly coaches individuals on how to elevate their presence, finesse their communication and strengthen their impact on their teams and organizations.Join Courtney and Kimberly as they discuss:The importance of building a personal brand, not a billboard Why building your personal brand involves getting clear on the work you DON’T want to do What talent-based branding is and how to go about developing your ownWhat to do if your personal brand isn’t a match for the team or environment you’re inConnect with Kimberly:Website: www.kimberlygerber.com Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcast Connect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsulting Connect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

Ashley Langer is a wife, mom, and founder of Business Socialists - a community of female entrepreneurs empowering one another to grow successful businesses through education, inspiration, and connection. With over 15 years experience in event planning and marketing, Ashley leverages the power of networking to help women create powerful business connections and access critical resources to help build their business and can help you do the same. Join Courtney and Ashley as they chat through: Why virtual networking isn’t the same as in-person networkingHow you can make networking work for you (and your business)  even when you’re a busy mom with limited timeWhat you should prep before attending a networking eventHow to turn everyday interactions into a networking opportunity The art of the follow-upConnect with Ashley:Website: www.business-socialistas.comInstagram: @business.socialistas Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcast Connect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsulting Connect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

Dr. Nicole Pensak is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and owner of Atlantic Coast Mind & Body in Little Silver, New Jersey. Specializing in caregiver well-being, Dr. Pensak focuses much of her work researching and treating mothers with perinatal mental health conditions. Using evidence-based strategies and techniques, not to mention her own experiences as a busy mom and entrepreneur, Dr. Pensak helps moms better understand themselves through the psychotherapy experience so they can thrive in motherhood. Join Courtney, Danielle, and Dr. Pensak as they chat through: The double standard moms face in today’s society Why we can’t control what other people think of us and what to aim for, insteadWhat mom brain really means and how you can make it work for you instead of against youWhat mom flow is and how to incorporate more of it into your life Connect with Dr. Pensak:Website: www.redbankanxietytherapy.comInstagram: @drnikkipensakFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

If you run a service-based business, there's a good chance that you are familiar with discovery calls. To some entrepreneurs, these seem like nothing more than a formality. But, for others, they understand that mastering the art and science of the discovery call is key to not only landing new clients - but landing new clients you'll love working with and can actually help. Join Danielle as she walks us through: What discovery calls are and why you need to use them in your service-based businessWhy intake forms are critical to successful discovery callsHow to ask the right questions assess fit and make the saleWhy you should never leave a discovery call without clearly outlining next steps and timingFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

As a business owner, there are a million things you could be doing everyday to grow your business. But, if you do this *one thing*, you'll save yourself time, energy, and money and fast track your business growth. Join Courtney as she talks about the thing she so often sees business owners overlook but has the power to transform your business.Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

Raise your hand if you've ever set a goal and, months later, look up and realize you're further from it than when you started? Or, at least it feels that way...We can all relate. Which is why Courtney and Danielle were thrilled when they found the book Atomic Habits by James Clear. Finally, a self-help book that is realistic and actually doable - and, yes, even if you're a busy, working mom.Tune in to get the cliff notes and our take on what James has to say. Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

Hear from Courtney on her recent time out of the office - her first "vacation" since starting her business. She shares what she did right, what she did wrong, and the aha moment she had just before she jumped back into work. Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

Hear from Danielle on her latest life updates, including the a recent change along her journey juggling her full-time corporate career while building her business - oh, and raising two boys while she’s at it!Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com @nourishedfamilyco

Aimee LaLiberte is a Profit First Professional and the owner of My Virtual CFO, a finance and bookkeeping firm dedicated to helping business owners manage their numbers without losing their mind. Having worked in non-profit and finance for over 16 years before starting her own firm, Aimee currently uses her extensive financial experience helping businesses uncover blind spots, build a plan to help course correct, and - ultimately - become more profitable. Aimee is also mom to 3 school-aged kiddos.Join Courtney and Aimee as they chat through:Why having a healthy money mindset is really the first step to running a profitable businessWhat a money system is and how to put one in place to keep your business (and personal) finances on trackHow to avoid surprises (i.e. large tax bills) with your money systemWhat a profit-first business is and why you should consider structuring your business this wayConnect with Aimee: Website: www.myvirtualcfo.coThe Finance Edit Waitlist: www.myvirtualcfo.co/thefinanceeditFirst Two Chapters of Profit First: https://www.myvirtualcfo.co/pffreebie Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcast Connect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsulting Connect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com@nourishedfamilyco

If you’ve spent any time in the corporate world, you’re probably familiar with the Start/Stop/Continue assessment. As we head into the new year, Courtney thought it would be the perfect time to do one - for business and life in general. Join Courtney as she walks you through what she’s going to start doing, stop doing, and continue doing in 2022.  Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcast Connect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsulting Connect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com@nourishedfamilyco

Nida Leard is an experienced business consultant, mindset coach, author, podcast host, and former Fortune 500 executive with more than two decades of experience in marketing and business. Through her coaching and consulting work, Nida helps other coaches, consultants, thought leaders, and service-providers become a Category of One by helping them reinvent, innovate, and reposition their business to maximize its value and impact. She’s also a mom to her 13-year old son.Join Courtney and Nida as they discuss:Her unexpected transition from corporate marketing executive to entrepreneurThe entrepreneurial superpower Nida learned she had from an early age and that she channels in her work todayThe most important question you should ask yourself before starting any business Why mindset matters and how to get a handle on yoursHow your work as a mompreneur can inspire healthy, independent kidsConnect with Nida: www.nidaleard.com@nidaleardWhat’s Your Entrepreneurial Edge Quiz: www.nidaleard.com/quizFree Business Assessment: www.nidaleard.com/businessscoreFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com@nourishedfamilyco

Maggie Koch is a Brain Rewiring Certified Coach, Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Energy Healer who helps busy, burned out moms create sustainable shifts in their reality by supporting meaningful shifts in their mindset. Through 1:1 coaching and group programs, Maggie teaches a science-based approach that helps address the root cause of stress, anger, and anxiety and promotes better brain and body health. She is also a wife and mom to two kids, aged 9 and 10.Join Courtney and Maggie as they chat about:The love-hate relationship we have with our to-do lists and how to stop living by it, once and for allWhy mompreneurs need more than affirmations and journal prompts to find true peace and happinessThe science behind brain rewiring and how we can use it to support our roles as moms and business owners How you can use brain rewiring practices to support your kids' mental and emotional well-being, tooConnect with Maggie: @freetobe.maggieFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com@nourishedfamilyco

As a follow-up to last week's episode, Courtney and Danielle dive into what NOT to do if you want your employees, contractors, and partners to be healthy, happy contributors who love their job. With everyone overworked and on edge, it's important to remember that at the end of the day we're all human and it's important to lead by example. Tune in to hear Courtney and Danielle discuss insights and inspiration to consider as you lead your team into 2022.Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com/@nourishedfamilyco

Upon recording this episode, it’s mid-December 2021 - the second holiday season of the pandemic and one that is proving to be just as overwhelming and stressful, especially for folks who work in the service industry. Tune in to hear Danielle and Courtney talk about their recent experiences and interactions, and what we think might be at the root cause of everyone’s anger and frustration. Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.nourishedfamilyco.com/@nourishedfamilyco

Anne is the founder of Hilltop Virtual Solutions, an agency dedicated to helping entrepreneurs automate and improve their systems so they can spend more time in their zone of genius. Guided by her passion for helping people improve their quality of life, Anne started out her career in the Physical Therapy field working with patients. She quickly realized how much of a correlation there was between the health of a person and the health of a business and eventually went on to lead the operations side of the practice. Today, she helps business owners improve their quality of life by streamlining the way they run their company. Join Courtney as she chats with Anne about:The best time-saving tools for entrepreneursHow to free-up your time from operational tasks, even if you are the only one working in your businessHow to hire and train team members so you can spend more time in your zone of geniusThe importance of taking time to build a roadmap for your business to ensure both short-term and long-term successConnect with Anne: Website: https://hilltopvirtualsolutions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annehill/Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

In this episode, Courtney reflects back on a tough week of work and momming. What initially started as the desire to vent turned into appreciation for how good she actually has it. Listen in to learn more about the mental switch Courtney made - and that you can, too - when the going gets tough as a mompreneur. Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

Jennifer Schwomeyer is a physical therapist, momma of 3 and a health warrior. Her mission is to help educate others, especially busy families, on the importance of eating more fruits and veggies with the Juice Plus company. Having seen the difference healthy eating and exercise has made in her own family’s life, she’s on a mission to help others live healthier, more fulfilled lives and achieve optimal fitness.Join Danielle as she talks with Jennifer about: How Jennifer started a thriving business through network marketing, including the goal setting practices that have led to her successWhy relationships are a primary focus of Jennifer’s business strategy How to drop the perfectionism that plagues so many of us choose joy insteadHow to use time blocking to prioritize your own needs while raising kids and growing a businessConnect with JenniferInstagram: @doc_jschwoFacebook: @JenniferSchwomeyerhttps://jschwomeyer.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

Sara Alter is a veteran entrepreneur, business coach, certified life coach, and the founder of MOMENT Consulting. With 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Sara currently serves as MOMENT’S lead consultant where she advises mothers through the early stages of entrepreneurship, empowering them to build thriving businesses that align with motherhood.Join Courtney and Danielle as they talk with Sara about: The difference between running a business before kids and after kidsWhy you don’t need to show up on social media 24/7 to build a successful businessThe importance of finding alignment between your work and your current life stageWhy getting crystal clear on your brand message should be the first step for any business ownerConnect with Sara:@momentconsulting www.moment-consulting.com Follow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

A seasoned mompreneur, Shannon Lohr has over 10 years experience building and running successful businesses while growing and raising her family. Nominated as a “Woman of Note” by the Wall Street Journal, Shannon can currently be found leading Factory 45, an online business school that helps idea-stage entrepreneurs launch fashion brands that are sustainably and ethically made. Join Courtney as she chats with Shannon about: How to run a profitable business without compromising on brand ethos Why progress over perfection is key to getting out of the idea stage and into the execution stageHow to minimize risk and maximize impact through pre-selling Why it’s important for our kids to see us running our business and working towards our goals Connect with Shannon:@factory45cowww.factory45.coFree One-page Business TemplateFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds

Sarah Jane Tolman is the founder of Valoisa Media - a social media agency that helps business owners show up with intention. Sarah started her business doing part-time freelance work after having her daughter. In only a few short years, Sarah has transformed the work she does into a full-time business (and one that is fully booked for 2021!).Join Courtney and Danielle as they chat with Sarah Jane about:Using local resources to grow your network and your business (yes, even if your business is digital...)Why it is so important to be intentional every time you open up a social media app - whether for work or for play3 tips to make Instagram reels easier to create and more effective for your businessHow giving up drinking transformed Sarah Jane's life and businessConnect with Sarah Jane:@valoisamediawww.valoisamedia.comvaloisamedia@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@abetterwaypodcastConnect with Courtney:www.courtneyhenry.com@courtneyhenryconsultingConnect with Danielle:www.shapingyoungtastebuds.com@shapingyoungtastebuds