What if the fastest way to real freedom isn’t working harder in your business but making your money work twice? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Amanda Taylor, investor and business growth strategist to share how women can move from survival mode to lasting wealth with unapologetic ownership, simple systems that scale, and values-aligned investing.

If you’ve ever wondered when to stop plowing every dollar back into the company and start building real wealth, this episode is your roadmap.

What You Will Learn:

How childhood money stories shape adult financial behavior and how to consciously rewrite them.

Why “make your money work twice” is the simplest wealth framework for entrepreneurs.

The conveyor-belt method to automatically allocate incoming revenue into safety, growth, and wealth buckets.

Practical ways to improve profit margins by stopping revenue leaks and pricing for profit.

How to choose values-aligned asset classes by assessing liquidity, risk, and return without jargon.

The difference between confidence and competence in financial decision-making.

Why most small businesses don’t sell for what founders expect and how to de-risk your personal retirement plan now.

How women’s intuition is a legitimate investing strategy when paired with education and structure.

What the coming intergenerational wealth transfer means for women and why early preparation matters.

A simple first step to start investing, even if you feel “not ready” yet.

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What if “turning 60” was actually the beginning? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Allison McCune Davis, author and traditional neuropath, to demystify thriving after 60. Allison shares the health wake-ups that redirected her career, the mindset shift that came with a midlife challenge, and the planning discipline that turned a three-year manuscript into a movement. You’ll learn the simple daily anchors that rebuild energy, how to identify and replace hormone disruptors at home, and a 60-day path to clarity, connection, and purpose.

What You Will Learn:

How a midlife “restlessness signal” can be used as data to realign your next five to ten years.

Why “your future is hidden in your daily routine” and the specific levers that matter most.

The core pillars of the 60-Day Dare (body work, brain work, world work) and how they translate into doable habits.

Practical ways to restore energy naturally by addressing gut health, adrenals, thyroid, and immune support.

How to swap endocrine-disrupting products at home for cleaner options that protect hormones and longevity.

A step-by-step method to identify purpose using one question per day for 60 days.

How accountability dramatically increases follow-through and results.

A simple decision filter for new seasons and how to reverse-engineer it.

What entrepreneurs can learn from writing a book “for your future,” not just your past.

Ways to recalibrate career, caregiving, and self-care when you’ve been over-giving for decades.

How to use small, compound actions to build a truly “good life.”

Why midlife offers unique advantages and how to harness them now.

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Are you letting fear run your life? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Amy Koford, Clinical hypnotist and bestselling author. Amy shares her own journey from corporate HR and full-time motherhood to becoming a sought-after hypnotist, author, and speaker who helps people release deep emotional blocks, heal past traumas, and finally feel free.

If you’ve been craving change but fear keeps holding you back, this episode will show you how to rise, fearlessly and optimally.

What You Will Learn:

How hypnosis works with the subconscious to access buried memories and release emotional blocks.

The difference between necessary fear and unnecessary fear.

Why fear of failure, fear of what others think, and fear of not being enough are usually connected.

How unresolved childhood experiences can silently drive adult anger, stagnation, or low self-worth.

What happens when you’re subconsciously afraid to be happy or don’t feel you deserve it.

How to handle visibility blocks, from posting online videos to speaking in front of live audiences.

Why one-to-many transformation through seminars creates community, accountability, and faster results.

How to identify when anxiety or depression may actually be signals that you’re not aligned with your true calling.

Practical mindset practices that help you pivot from corporate life into business ownership with courage.

Why joy, playfulness, and even laughter are critical tools for transformation and lasting success.

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What does it really take to thrive in a free society, especially when the internet can feel like one giant, loud village? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Marsha Familaro Enright to unpack intellectual independence, self-reliance, and why the classics still matter.

They explore how to evaluate information, resist social pressure, and design learning that transforms students into confident problem-solvers at any age.

What You Will Learn:

The real meaning of intellectual independence and why it’s the backbone of a free society.

How self-reliance translates into modern life.

A clear definition of individual rights and how free speech and personal responsibility protect them.

Practical ways to resist propaganda, groupthink, and social-media pressure by strengthening reasoning skills.

Why the “giant online village” amplifies conformity and what to do about it.

How Montessori principles scale up for teens and young adults through seminar-style learning.

The power of Great Books and Socratic dialogue to sharpen writing, judgment, and collaborative thinking.

Reliance College’s model: rigorous liberal arts + real-world projects + mentoring for career-ready portfolios.

Entrepreneur lessons from launching schools: leading people well, learning the numbers, and asking for help.

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Drowning your audience in charts, tables, and tiny text? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Oreet Kaufman, who shows how to turn complex information into clear, visual stories that move people to action. Learn why most decks fail in the first five seconds, how to “word-diet” without losing substance, and simple ways to guide audience attention so your message actually lands.

Whether you’re pitching, reporting, or keynoting, this episode is your shortcut to decks that look modern, feel effortless, and deliver results.

What You Will Learn:

Why audiences only give a slide three to five seconds and how to design for that window.

How to shift from an “attention span” problem to a “decision span” solution.

A practical “word-dieting” method to reduce redundancy and complexity.

When to replace fractions and busy visuals with a single, instantly readable metric.

How to decide what truly matters on a slide and make the eye go there first.

Why “appendix” is your best friend for keeping a live deck focused.

The right way to use animations as controlled reveals rather than distractions.

A simple process for aligning stakeholders fast using a creative preview.

How to scope slide work transparently and avoid package confusion.

A start-with-the-outcome framework that back-solves your content and calls to action.

Mindset shifts for leaving corporate to build a consultancy with clear pricing and boundaries.

How marketing and communications teams can partner with a specialist to fill skills gaps quickly.

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What does it take to achieve gender parity at the executive level in one of the world’s most male-dominated industries? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Dianna Fioravanti-Ashikwe, the first female president of Kuehne + Nagel Canada, to explore her journey of resilience, authenticity, and transformational leadership.

From navigating male-dominated boardrooms to cultivating psychological safety and optimism in the workplace, Dianna shares how women can “flip the switch” and embrace their full potential while leading others to do the same.

What You Will Learn:

How early experiences shaped a passion for equity and inclusion.

The challenges and opportunities of navigating male-dominated industries.

Why authenticity is key to sustainable leadership success.

How to reframe fear and failure as opportunities for growth.

The meaning of “flip the switch” and how it transforms mindset and culture.

Strategies for building psychological safety and resilience in organizations.

The importance of empowering trust, persistence, and authenticity when making career shifts.

Why women should apply for opportunities even when they don’t check every box.

The role of optimism and growth mindset in leadership and team building.

Why aligning values with your organization is essential for legacy and impact.

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What does it really take to leave the corporate world behind and build a thriving business from scratch? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Bashak Ilhan, who has founded five startups, achieved two successful exits, and now leads a global consultancy. From selling childhood toys to landing a $3 million investment over coffee, this episode reveals the mindset, strategies, and resilience needed to bring bold visions to life. Listeners will discover why sales are at the heart of any business, how to immerse themselves fully in their dreams, and why knowing when to delegate is essential for both success and wellbeing. This is a must-listen for women ready to step into entrepreneurship with confidence, clarity, and courage.

What You Will Learn:

Why early entrepreneurial experiences often shape lifelong business instincts.

How transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship requires courage and vision.

The importance of selling skills and vision casting in building a business.

Why doing deep research and immersion before launching a venture can create a strong foundation.

The value of building for the audience rather than personal taste.

How to navigate challenges that arise in scaling and sustaining a startup.

Why timing matters in choosing to exit a business.

The role of branding, positioning, and strategy in securing investment and growth.

How to innovate during crises and adapt to market needs.

Why receiving too much funding early on can be more dangerous than not having enough.

How financial constraints can fuel creativity and build stronger foundations.

The importance of self-awareness and knowing when to seek a co-founder or partner.

Why delegating effectively is critical to long-term success and personal well-being.

How to redefine success away from busyness and toward balance and impact.

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What if spirituality could be as practical and structured as project management? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Tiffany Antoine, founder of Meditating Human, a tech-driven platform revolutionizing spiritual wellness for busy professionals. Tiffany shares her journey from a corporate career she didn’t love to building a spiritual healing business that blends ancient wisdom, modern technology, and practical tools.

Discover how she turned divine intervention into a sustainable calling, the power of personalized spiritual journeys, and why making spirituality accessible in “baby bird bites” is transforming lives.

What You Will Learn:

How a cultural upbringing can influence spiritual roots.

Why spiritual heritage is sometimes dismissed and what can bring someone back to it.

How trauma can become a catalyst for a deeper spiritual journey.

The role certain books and teachings can play in opening the mind to manifestation.

Why people may stay in unfulfilling careers for years despite knowing their calling.

Steps to transition from corporate work to full-time spiritual or purpose-driven work.

The importance of fully accepting a personal identity as a healer or guide.

The inspiration and process behind creating a spiritual wellness platform.

How AI technology can provide personalized spiritual plans for busy lifestyles.

The value of keeping wellness tools affordable and accessible.

How to translate spiritual concepts into clear, everyday language.

Why manifestation is essentially goal setting with inspired action.

Strategies to help skeptics embrace spiritual practices.

How asking “What does this look like?” can lead to innovative breakthroughs.

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