The Entreprenista Podcast is a weekly show featuring the stories of successful female founders and what it's really like to run a business. Hosted by Stephanie Cartin & Courtney Spritzer, co-founders of Socialfly, a leading social media marketing agency, each episode goes beyond what you see on Instagram and into the nitty-gritty of growing and scaling a company effectively from women who’ve done it. Consider this the most fun business meeting you’ll ever have.
Jun 08, 2026
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“When you're on the floor and you're like, what the hell is going on with my life? That's when I think you start to realize what you really want to do.”
In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Stephanie and Courtney sit down with Alexis Meruelo, corporate social responsibility executive at The Meruelo Group, author, and founder of Business of Her, a thriving Las Vegas community and conference dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs. Alexis shares how a difficult chapter in her personal life led her to uncover her true purpose: helping women step into their power and build lives and businesses they love.
From growing up in a family of entrepreneurs to helping oversee philanthropy across a portfolio of more than 20 companies, Alexis opens up about navigating leadership within a family business, creating meaningful community impact, and building a movement that brings hundreds of women together each year.
What We Talked About:
Finding Purpose in Crisis [1:17]
Building Community and Empowering Women [7:07]
The Importance of Mentorship [13:49]
Event Planning Insights [21:05]
Future of Business and AI [29:50]
Connect with Alexis:@alexismeruelo on Instagram
Alexis Meruelo on LinkedIn
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00:36:02
Jun 01, 2026
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“If you don't have someone that actually wants you to be successful, then you should keep looking”
In this inspiring live episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, serial entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author Kim Perell shares the real stories behind her success from building companies at her kitchen table to scaling businesses worth hundreds of millions. Recorded live at the Entreprenista Founders Weekend Retreat, Kim opens up about the pivots, failures, risks, and mindset shifts that shaped her entrepreneurial journey.
Kim dives into the power of mentorship, knowing when to pivot, building a personal brand, balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, and why “failing fast” is one of the most important skills founders can develop. She also shares the five traits she looks for when investing in founders, the lessons she learned from burnout, and the importance of women supporting women in business.
What We Talked About:
The Importance of Mentorship [1:21]
Navigating Life as a Serial Entreprenista [5:01]
The Art of Pivoting in Business [10:09]
Self-Care and Wellness [20:17]
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [25:03]
Connect with Kim:@kimperell on Instagram
Kim Perell on LinkedInOrder Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire
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00:37:03
May 25, 2026
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“You're going to actually become more successful if you're a great listener. And so I think that's probably skill number one. That is a very important skill. That was one of the first things that I learned.”
In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, Stephanie sits down with luxury interior designer and Krista Home founder Krista Watterworth to unpack her incredible journey from HGTV host to building one of Florida’s most highly valued interior design firms. Krista shares how she transformed her passion for design into an 18-year business empire, the mindset shift from creative to CEO, and the systems she built that ultimately led to her company’s acquisition by Vesta.
From learning entrepreneurship on the fly to mastering the luxury client experience, Krista reveals the obsession, discipline, and preparation required to succeed at the highest level. She opens up about navigating the acquisition process with her husband, aligning with the right buyers, and what life and leadership look like after the sale. Along the way, she shares candid advice on networking, mentorship, scaling a service-based business, using AI tools like ChatGPT, and balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood.
What We Talked About:
The Journey to Luxury Design Success [1:21]
Building a Service-Based Business [6:33]
Navigating the Acquisition Process [12:52]
Post-Acquisition Reflections and Growth [19:54]
Can’t Live Without Business Tools [22:14]
Connect with Krista:on Instagram
Krista Watterworth Alterman on LinkedIn
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00:35:07
May 18, 2026
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“And ironically, we created a to-go concept that was so cozy and so warm and welcoming and charming and something so different than what was offered in New York at the time that people wanted to stay.”
In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, Elisa Marshall, co-founder of Maman, shares the inspiring story behind building one of the most beloved café brands in the country. What started as a cozy Soho storefront in 2014 has grown into more than 50 locations across North America, all fueled by passion, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to community and connection.
Elisa opens up about her entrepreneurial roots, from flipping Spice Girls collectibles on eBay at 12 years old to balancing careers in fashion, baking, catering, and event planning before finally creating a business that combined everything she loved under one roof. She reveals how she and her husband bootstrapped Maman with savings, sweat equity, and help from family, hand-painting walls and sourcing vintage décor themselves to bring their vision to life.
What We Talked About:
Building a Business From Passion [1:55]
The Magic of Opening Day [15:44]
Going VIRAL [18:52]
Expanding Beyond New York [28:45]
The Importance of Personal Connection [30:37]
Connect with Elisa:
@_byeelisa_ on Instagram
@_mamannyc_ on InstagramVisit a maman cafe near you!
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00:39:12
May 11, 2026
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Resources mentioned:
Join InnerFifth and use code ‘LIVESTREAM’ for a special discount
“It's important to talk to everyone and really get all of those perspectives. Otherwise, we just get like laser focus on one thing and don't see what else is out there.”
After building and selling a nearly $100 million beauty empire, Tracy Holland learned that success doesn’t always feel the way you expect. In this powerful episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Tracy shares the real story behind scaling Hatch Beauty from startup to acquisition, what happened after the sale, and why she had to mourn the business she built like a personal loss.
From selling products as a child and mastering hospitality in her early career to pioneering celebrity beauty partnerships with names like Salma Hayek, Tracy opens up about the highs, the heartbreaks, and the lessons every founder needs to hear. She gets candid about navigating difficult business partnerships, surviving entrepreneurial “tsunami moments,” protecting yourself during acquisitions, and why founders need to stop oversharing during exit negotiations.
What We Talked About:
Navigating Challenges in Entrepreneurship [8:13]
The Journey of Building a Beauty Brand [18:11]
Building Confidence and Self-Belief [29:51]
Trusting People’s True Nature [34:34]
Mourning the Loss of a Business [42”34]
Connect with Tracy Holland:@tracy_m_holland on Instagram
Tracy Holland on LinkedIn
Join the Inner Fifth Accelerator!
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01:02:25
May 04, 2026
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“I didn't go to college. I went to beauty school. Don't doubt the sweat equity you put in and the learnings you've had are worth an education that sometimes you can't get in college.”
In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Laura Geller, founder of Laura Geller Beauty, shares the unfiltered story behind her journey from a single makeup chair in Hell’s Kitchen to a nationally recognized brand featured on QVC, Sephora, and Ulta. Laura opens up about the highs, the hard lessons, and the pivotal moments that forced her to trust her instincts, even when others in the room didn’t.
From selling handmade products door-to-door to navigating investor relationships that nearly cost her everything, Laura reveals how resilience, street smarts, and knowing your customer can outweigh any formal business training. She dives into the challenges of scaling, the realities of managing people, and why learning to ask for help is one of the most important skills an entrepreneur can develop.
What We Talked About:
Building a Brand From Scratch [7:09]
Navigating Challenges/Learning Lessons [13:52]
The Role of Investors and Partnerships [21:02]
Trusting Your Voice [27:55]
Marketing Strategies for Success [35:11]
Connect with Lauren:
@laurageller on Instagram
@lauragellerbeauty on Instagram
Laura Geller on LinkedIn
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00:45:39
Apr 27, 2026
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Resources mentioned:
Mariana Tek
Wisetail
“That's a beautiful thing of what we've built is it really is inside out. It's really authentic..So it just feels good and it feels very, very aligned too.”
In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with Sadie Lincoln, co-founder of Barre3, the global fitness franchise that has grown to over 200 studios, all owned and operated by women. Built without outside funding, Sadie scaled Barre3 through cash flow and a franchise model designed to empower female entrepreneurs in their own communities.
Sadie shares the deeply personal story behind Bar3’s methodology, rooted in her recovery from a decade-long eating disorder and her mission to redefine what it means to be “fit.” You’ll hear how her mantra, “Listen to Her,” became the foundation of a brand that prioritizes connection, authenticity, and inner strength over external perfection.
We also dive into the realities of scaling a business from choosing franchising as a growth strategy to learning the art of letting go as a founder. Sadie opens up about hiring a president who accelerated the company’s growth, the challenges of leadership evolution, and the power of building authentic, community-driven relationships.
What We Talked About:
Franchising Insights [5:57]
Navigating Challenges & Letting Go [9:04]
Marketing Strategies for Local Businesses [15:12]
Operationalizing Growth and Learning [20:45]
The Future Vision for Barre3 [27:01]
Connect with Sadie:@sadielincoln on Instagram
Sadie Lincoln on LinkedIn
Visit a Barre3 near you
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00:45:55
Apr 20, 2026
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Resources mentioned:
Framer
Willow
Granola
Joy
"The most important relationship you'll ever have is with yourself. More than your investors, your partners, even your co-founders — it starts there."
In this episode, Betsy Fore shares her remarkable journey from first-generation college graduate and toy inventor to serial founder, venture capitalist, and nonprofit leader — all driven by an unwavering belief in the power of "why not me?" As the founder of Tiny Organics, which generated over $13 million in revenue in its first 24 months, and now managing partner of Velveteen Ventures, Betsy has built, scaled, and fundraised across multiple industries while breaking barriers as the first Native American woman to raise a Series A round.
But her story doesn't stop there.
Betsy opens up about the burnout that forced her to do the inner work, the mindset practices that rewired how she leads, and the Indigenous values of reciprocity and humility that have quietly shaped every business decision she's ever made. From pitching in front of the co-founder of Square to launching a nonprofit community for Native technologists and founders, she reveals what it really takes to stay in the ring — and why the founder who succeeds is often the one who simply refused to quit.
What We Talked About:
Tiny Organics: $13M in 24 months 5:52
Angel vs. venture capital funding 21:25
How to pitch your three whys 31:24
Burning out and bouncing back 35:57
Natives Rising and Velveteen Ventures 31:24
Connect with Betsy:@betsyfore on Instagram
Betsy Fore on LinkedIn
Buy Built on Purpose
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00:47:57
Apr 19, 2026
“I pushed for additional tests, I changed doctors when I felt unheard, and I insisted on rechecking all of my health conditions before proceeding with treatments. That persistence made all the difference in my journey.”
In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, Stephanie Cartin opens her heart and shares a story that is so much more than personal—it’s a testament to the power of resilience, hope, and community. In a deeply moving conversation with Randi Zinn, women’s mentor and founder of the Group Experience, Stephanie brings us behind the scenes of her journey—from the heartbreak of fertility treatments and the fears of a high-risk pregnancy to the miracle of welcoming her daughter, Mollie.
This episode is not just about one woman’s experience. It’s about what becomes possible when women come together, lift one another up, and believe fiercely in miracles—whether in motherhood, entrepreneurship, or life. Stephanie’s honesty reminds us that in the hardest moments, it’s often the strength of our community that carries us forward.
If you’re navigating your own fertility journey or facing challenges in building your dreams, know this: you are never alone. Every step, every small victory, every single day of perseverance is a miracle in itself.
Tune in for a conversation that will leave you feeling seen, supported, and connected—because when women come together, miracles aren’t just possible. They’re inevitable.
What we talked about:
The Moment Stephanie Knew She Wanted to be a Mom [12:43]
What Stephanie Learned Through the Fertility Process [23:00]
Stephanie Finding Out She Was Pregnant [37:45]
A World Shattering Scan [45:30]
Who to trust: your doctor, or your community? [1:02:25]
Mollie's Miracle Birth [1:13:50]
Closing Thoughts [1:28:45]
Connect with Stephanie:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Connect with Randi:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Connect with Mollie:
Instagram
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01:28:44
Apr 13, 2026
Resources:
Slack
Workamajig
“A lot of our kids are in and out of the hospital. They're not in school. They're not able to be on sports teams. So they don't really feel like they belong. And so we help them belong by welcoming them to the superhero squad.”
In this powerful episode, Erika Sinner shares her journey from a challenging childhood growing up in a trailer park to becoming the founder of a two-time Inc. 5000 company and a nonprofit leader changing thousands of lives. As the CEO of Directorie, Erika scaled her business to 35+ employees, built systems that allowed her to step out of the day-to-day, and redefined what it means to lead with both strategy and heart.
But her story doesn’t stop there.
Erika opens up about launching and growing Tiny Superheroes, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children facing serious medical challenges see themselves as brave, capable heroes. Through deeply personal stories and real-world impact, she reveals how mindset, identity, and human connection can transform lives.
What We Talked About:
Building Directorie [3:38]
Systems for Success [11:52]
Building a Personal Brand [19:55]
The Impact of Tiny Superheroes [24:35]
Scaling Nonprofits [31:09]
Investing in Personal Growth [39:50]
Connect with Erika:
@erika_sinner on Instagram
Erika Sinner on LinkedIn
Celebrate Tiny Superheros Day on April 23rd!
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00:48:13
Apr 06, 2026
“There's a lot of things that come with being able to support a retailer like that… If you're not ready for those things, then go DTC first because you also have to have: Is your product merchandisable? Do you have unit cartons? Do you have UPCs? All of these kinds of operational tactical things that you can really kind of speak to, but high-level it's like, ‘Do you have enough money?’ It would be my very first question.”
In this episode of Entreprenista, we sat down with Tisha Thompson, founder and CEO of LYS Beauty, a brand conceptualized with skin-loving formulas that redefine the definition of beauty. LYS is the first Black-owned Sephora clean makeup brand, created to fill a void in the market for clean, high-performance makeup that serves all skin tones. Drawing on her 18-year career in beauty, Tisha is dedicated to offering products that not only enhance natural beauty but also promote skin health, embodying her commitment to empowering individuals to feel confident and beautiful inside and out. Tune in to hear how Tisha’s passion for makeup and beauty stems from her love of transformation, why representation is so important, and how she has managed to keep LYS self-funded.
We talked about:
Tisha started her career in beauty with a makeup artist side hustle (04:46)
Knowing when the time is right to start a business (11:36)
The process of pitching to Sephora (19:09)
Best practices for promoting a brand (32:29)
Using project management software (35:32)
Connect with Tisha:
Instagram
LYS Beauty
LYS on Instagram
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00:52:05
Mar 30, 2026
You can be highly successful… and still feel like your money has no place to land. Kate Northrup, is teaching a free 3-day workshop: Good with Money, and you're invited! RSVP here.
“I'm a creative. I'm a thinker. I'm a teacher…last three years. And as a result, our revenue and our profit margins have really like kicked up a notch.”
In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with money expert and entrepreneur Kate Northrup to unpack a radically different approach to financial success—one rooted in nervous system regulation, relationship-building, and aligned strategy instead of hustle and restriction.
Kate shares her powerful journey from silently struggling with credit card debt and financial anxiety to paying it all off in just six months—without a traditional job or windfall. Along the way, she reveals how shifting her emotional and energetic relationship with money transformed not only her finances, but her entire life and business.
What We Talked About:
Transforming Financial Mindset [5:53]
The Importance of Feeling in Financial Change [11:52]
Building A Personal Brand Through Relationships [18:01]
Behind the Scenes of the Launch Model [34:09]
Managing Affiliate Relationship [44:06]
Connect with Kate:
@katenorthrup on InstagramKate Northrup on LinkedIn
RSVP for Good with Money workshop! Resources mentioned:
Ontraport
Circle
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00:58:37
Mar 23, 2026
“Because the more you get it done, the more you prove to yourself that you can do it and the easier that it gets.”
In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we sit down with speaker, entrepreneur, and personal brand expert Jen Gottlieb to talk about what it really takes to build visibility, grow an audience, and turn your voice into a powerful business asset.
Jen shares her raw and inspiring journey—from chasing her dream as a performer in New York City to landing roles on stage and television, only to realize she was completely out of alignment. After hitting rock bottom, she rebuilt her life through small, consistent actions that ultimately led her to create a thriving business and help thousands of entrepreneurs do the same.
What We Talked About:
Living in NYC [4:18]
Heal Your Life [8:07]
Building an Audience [12:38]
Jen’s Unique ‘Hack’ [17:54]
You Can Start Right Now [30:10]
Connect with Jen:@jengottlieb on Instagram
Jen Gottlieb on LinkedIn
Get on the Stage Leaders waitlist
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00:49:08
Mar 16, 2026
Resources Mentioned:
ClickUp
Lovable
Munch Studios
“if I didn't have all of those experiences that I had growing up…I would never be able to do the work that I do now had I not had this really crazy, unique combination of experiences throughout my lifetime.”
In this episode, we sit down with Brielle Cotterman, personal brand expert, publicist, and founder of the Influential Leader Agency. Brielle shares her powerful journey from growing up on a rural farm in Indiana to becoming a trusted advisor helping founders amplify their voice, grow their businesses, and build iconic personal brands through strategic visibility.
Brielle opens up about the pivotal moments that shaped her career—including a deeply personal experience that led her to reclaim her own story and dedicate her work to helping others do the same. She explains why visibility alone isn’t enough, how founders can develop meaningful thought leadership, and why storytelling is the foundation of any powerful personal brand.
What We Talked About:
Early Life of Brielle [3:08]
Life Unraveling [11:38]
Stepping Forward [19:13]
What is PR? [26:22]
Business Zone of Genius [36:05]
Connect with Brielle:@briellecotterman on Instagram - DM her ‘podcast’ to get the personal brand audit
Brielle Cotterman on LinkedIn
Influential Leaders Agency
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00:57:19
Mar 09, 2026
“Every relationship, every touch point has really fueled not just the work, but I think the personal nature of which I approach things because it's all through passion.”
In this episode of the Entreprenista Podcast, we welcome back serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, bestselling author, and Business of the Beat host Kendra Bracken-Ferguson for a powerful conversation about building companies through the power of community.
Kendra shares the incredible journey behind her newest venture, Luminicole—an automated retail platform bringing beauty and wellness brands into high-traffic locations like airports, hotels, and college campuses. From landing partnerships with founder-led brands to designing AI-powered retail machines, she reveals what it really takes to break into a new industry and scale a bold idea.
Throughout the conversation, Kendra also opens up about how relationships built inside the Entreprenista community—especially at Entreprenista Founders Weekend—have directly led to brand partnerships, collaborations, and business growth.
What We Talked About:
Defining Kendra [3:15]
Relationships to Partnerships [8:26]
From Hustle To Harmony [13:48]
Launch of Luminicole [20:52]
Different Skill Sets, Same Mission [31:18]
Connect with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson:
@kendrabrackenferguson on Instagram
Connect with Kendra on LinkedInListen to Kendra on the Business of the Beat podcast
Buy Kendra’s book: Beauty of Success
People (and businesses) mentioned in today’s episode:
Beachwaver
Blessed Bananas
Lamik Beauty
CutBuddyScarlett by Red Drop
Rael
FIT
Laza
LYS BeautyLearn more about LumiNicole Beauty
Connect with LaShasta Bell
Connect with Kellie Chen
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00:59:34
Mar 02, 2026
“It is a love. It is something in you. It's like a superpower that you're creating this synergy that I call it this legacy that lives forever.”
What happens when you sit down with the woman who shaped your strength, your spirituality, and your entrepreneurial spirit?
In this deeply personal episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Courtney welcomes someone many in the community already adore — her mom, Ida Spritzer, founder of Inner Divinity Attraction and the original “Mama-Pernista.”
Ida opens up about her early days building a family boutique business in the Bronx, her struggles with self-worth and addiction in her twenties, and the spiritual awakening that transformed her life. She shares the heartbreak of becoming a young widow at 35, raising two daughters on her own, and how meditation, faith, and radical self-belief carried her through unimaginable loss.
What We Talked About:
Getting Healed [5:38]
Quantum and Neuroscience [15:15]
Entrepreneurship is Spiritual [19:17]
Women, Support Women [26:36]
The Meditation Box [36:40]
Connect with Ida:
Website
Ida on Instagram
Ida on LinkedIn
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00:44:52
Feb 23, 2026
“…without people, your operation doesn't run. And when you're really good at that, the company then takes a life of its own.”
In this powerful episode of the Entrepenista podcast, we sit down with Patty Arvielo, co-founder of New American Funding, one of the largest privately held mortgage companies in the U.S. and the nation’s biggest female-owned mortgage lender.
But Patty didn’t grow up dreaming of building a billion-dollar business.
She started cleaning houses at 12 years old to help support her family. From working entry-level jobs at 16 to navigating divorce, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome, Patty’s journey into entrepreneurship wasn’t fueled by confidence — it was fueled by responsibility, grit, and an unwavering desire to create security for the people she loves.
What We Talked About:
Buying and Evolving a Company [6:20]
Working with Your Partner [12:13]
You Don’t Need to be Louder to be Heard [22:18]
Finding the Right Candidates [26:56]
Imposter Syndrome [34:22]
Connect with Patty:
Website
@pattyarvielo on Instagram
Patty Arvielo on LinkedIn
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00:55:36
Feb 16, 2026
“We built a team. We built a family.And that family really helped us grow that business to where we ended up.”
On this episode of the Entreprenista podcast, we sit down with healthcare founder, investor, and serial entrepreneur Chantelle Preston for an unfiltered conversation about what success really looks like—and what it actually takes to build a business that lasts.
From launching and scaling a neuro-rehabilitation company to selling it to private equity, Chantelle shares the behind-the-scenes reality of entrepreneurship: the payroll scares, the hard pivots, the moments of self-doubt, and the grit required to keep going when no one else sees the struggle. She opens up about what she learned navigating M&A as often the only woman in the room—and how that experience reshaped her mission to invest in and empower more women founders.
What we talked about:
Starting Mentis Neuro Rehabilitation [4:59]
Selling the Business [10:51]
Chantelle’s Inspiration for Her Book [15:58]
Her Secret to Managing Everything [21:27]
Trusting in Your Decisions [26:55]
Connect with Chantell:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Grab your free offer from Chantell!
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Resources Mentioned:
Cowboy AI
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00:43:54
Feb 09, 2026
“Ignorance, people, is good! Jump in. Enjoy it. Ask the questions. Study. Learn. Be an eternal student. That's how you succeed.”
In this episode of Entreprenista, we sat down with Julia Haart, the founder of +Body by Julia Haart, a body-positive, technologically advanced shapewear brand that aims to empower women to unapologetically express themselves and feel confident in their own skin. Julia is a serial Entreprenista whose inspiring journey began when she left her orthodox community at the age of 42. Now, she stars in the hit Netflix series "My Unorthodox Life," a show that documents her extraordinary departure from her Haredi Jewish community and her journey to becoming a prominent figure in fashion and business. Since starting her entrepreneurial journey, Julia has created a successful shoe brand, served as Creative Director of La Perla, and now her latest venture, +Body by Julia Haart. Tune in and hear about Julia’s journey escaping her former ultra-orthodox community, the story of how she pitched her Netflix TV show, and a behind-the-scenes look at how she developed her new shapewear brand with feedback from her audience.
We talked about:
Growing up in a fundamentalist community that forbade modern technology and media (03:17)
Using ignorance to your advantage (05:10)
Finding the courage to be limitless (10:56)
Julia’s biggest lessons on brand building (20:10)
How “My Unorthodox Life” came to be (27:38)
+Body by Julia Haart was Bridget Jones’s Diary inspired (40:06)
Connect with Julia Haart:
@juliahaart on IG
+BODY by Julia Haart on IG
+BODY by Julia Haart Website
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00:49:59
Feb 02, 2026
“I often say I would not do a lot differently because, had it not been for those mistakes, I would not have been able to grow and to do the things I did as my career continued.”
Ever wonder how much luck, timing, and strategic focus play into entrepreneurial success? In this episode of The Entreprenista Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Andrea Johnston, founder of Fuel for Female Founders, and a seasoned agency owner. Andrea pulls back the curtain on her journey from launching a niche marketing agency to scaling it to success.
She shares why niching down, even when tempting opportunities arose, became her game-changing strategy, and how a single client referral led to explosive growth. You’ll hear about the realities of private equity partnerships, the exhilarating highs and the tough learning lessons, and why delegation and outsourcing are non-negotiables for sustainable growth.
What we talked about:
How Andrea Started Her Own Business [4:55]
How Spending Leads to Growth [24:25]
How Andrea Lands Her Clients [33:00]
Andrea's Agency Owner Power Group inside the Entreprenista League [39:40]
Andrea’s Business Tools and Solutions [44:50]
Connect with Andrea:
Agency Owner Power Group
Get Fyxer.ai
Andrea’s LinkedIn
Fuel for Female Founders on LinkedIn
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