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Empire Building

Empire Building

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It’s no secret that business owners face a unique set of challenges, often juggling marriage, parenthood, and career aspirations. Empire Building brings together five influential women who are unapologetic in their goals to build big businesses and live big lives. Another common goal? Helping others do the same.

Tune in for authentic, unfiltered conversations with Wendy Papasan, Seychelle Van Poole, Sarah Reynolds, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti, and Tiffany Fykes, as they invite you to be a part of their journey.

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Episodes
  • 300. From Bougie To Basic: Our Favorite Things of 2025

    300. From Bougie To Basic: Our Favorite Things of 2025
    Dec 1 2025
    The holidays sneak up on all of us—especially when you're running a business, a household, and everything in between. So this week, we're giving you a gift: our 2025 list of favorite things, live from all four co-hosts together again. From bougie indulgences to simple basics that make life easier, we're sharing the products, tools, and little luxuries that truly made a difference for us this year.We walk through our must-haves across health, beauty, fashion, home, and family fun. You'll hear why weighted vests are having a moment, how hydrogen water bottles and Function Health shifted our wellness routines, and which skin care, hair products, and red-light tools we actually loved (and used!). We also share the fashion staples that travel well, the blankets everyone keeps begging us about, and the home items that keep our families organized and sane.Whether you're looking for gifts to give, gifts to ask for, or just want to upgrade your life, this list is completely stacked!HEALTHGoli Zero Sugar Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies — ACV + probiotics gummiesOptimum Nutrition Micronized Creatine Powder — Strength + muscle supportCostco Frozen Smoothie Bags — Easy frozen smoothie mixOne Acre Lion's Mane Beef Sticks — Mushroom-enhanced beef sticksBuilt Coconut Protein Bars — High-protein snackFunction Health App — Comprehensive health testingEcho-Go Hydrogen Water Bottle — Infuses hydrogen into waterWeighted Vest — Resistance for walking/workoutsWalking Pad / Under-Desk Treadmill — Compact walking treadmillTravel Sound Machine — Portable white noiseCologuard — At-home colon cancer screeningPure Magnesium Oil Spray — Sleep + muscle relaxationCoffee Mate Zero Sugar Chocolate Caramel Creamer — Zero sugar flavored creamerInternational Delight Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer — Seasonal zero-sugar creamerBEAUTYGood Molecules Cleansing Balm — Makeup-melting cleanserOribe Dry Texturizing Spray — Volume + texture spraySkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub — Gentle exfoliating cleanserOgee Contour Stick Set — Bronzer/blush/highlighter sticksSolaWave Radiant Renewal Wand — Red light skincare wandQuasi Face Masks — Hydrating skincare masksBioderma Micellar Water — Gentle makeup remover5 Minute Skin Hair Removal Device — At-home hair removalAmika Hair Products — Clean haircare brandFlora & Curl — Natural curly hair careTopicals Brightening Eye Masks — Under-eye brightening masksMani/Pedi — Simple self-care giftFASHIONHechizo Jewelry — Handmade statement piecesClara Sun Woo Liquid Leather — Stretchy faux-leather jacketsRent the Runway — Designer clothing rentalsOutdoor Voices Exercise Dress — Lightweight activity dressSoma Loungewear — Soft + comfy loungewearVuori — Premium athleisureAthleta — Women's athletic apparelEverlane — Minimalist basicsHowler Bros — Men's casual/surf-inspired shirtsThe Normal Brand Hoodies — High-quality men's hoodiesNike Dri-Fit Men's Golf Pants — Stretch athletic pantsNew Balance 327 — Retro-style sneakersFeetures Socks — High-performance running socksHanky Panky Panties — Ultra-soft lace underwearLouis Vuitton Women's Backpacks — Designer backpacksHOMELola Blankets — Ultra-plush luxury blanketsSophie Home Blankets — Soft knit cotton throwsBird Buddy — Smart bird feeder with cameraFrontgate Lana Water Hammock — Mesh floating pool loungerCozy Earth Sheets — Premium bamboo sheet setsSkylight Calendar — Digital family calendar displayKIDS & FUNTelestrations — Party drawing gameSushi Go Party — Card drafting family gameRebounder Volleyball Net — Solo volleyball practice netTabletop Roller Ski Ball — Mini wooden ski-ball gameBrandy Melville — Tween clothingZara Girls — Stylish kids' fashionSephora (Rhode) — Hailey Bieber skincareJellycats — Soft plush toysQT Pie Jewels — Handmade jewelry shopConnect on Instagram:Seychelle Van Poole: @seychellevpSarah Reynolds: @sarahreynoldsojiWendy Papasan: @wendypapasanKymber Lovett-Menkiti: @kymbermenkitiTiffany Fykes: @tiffanyfykesProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.
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    36 mins
  • 299. The Moment You Know: When to Hire a Personal Assistant

    299. The Moment You Know: When to Hire a Personal Assistant
    Nov 24 2025

    Ever find yourself running from one task to another---dropping off packages, managing carpools, juggling emails---and wondering, "When did I become my own assistant?" In this episode, Wendy Papasan and Kymber Lovett-Menkiti dive deep into the exact moment you know it's time to hire a personal assistant and how doing so can transform your business…and your life.

    We explore what "buying back your time" really means, how to calculate your hourly rate so you can focus on the work that truly matters, and why hiring help isn't a luxury---it's leverage. You'll learn how to identify your signs of burnout, what qualities to look for in the right assistant (from ownership mindset to tech confidence), and practical ways to set them up for success---from defining 90 days to success to creating daily check-ins and clear rhythms of communication.

    If you've ever struggled to let go of control or wondered if you can really afford help, this conversation will help you see that you can't afford not to. Empire builders don't do everything---they design systems and surround themselves with people who make it all possible.

    Resources:

    • Check out Her Best Life
    • Learn more about Empire Circle

    Connect on Instagram:

    • Seychelle Van Poole: @seychellevp
    • Sarah Reynolds: @sarahreynoldsoji
    • Wendy Papasan: @wendypapasan
    • Kymber Lovett-Menkiti: @kymbermenkiti
    • Tiffany Fykes: @tiffanyfykes

    Produced by NOVA

    This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.
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    30 mins
  • 298. Let's Talk About the F Word: Let Failure Be Your Fuel

    298. Let's Talk About the F Word: Let Failure Be Your Fuel
    Nov 17 2025

    Does the fear of failing quietly run your business plan? In this episode, Kymber Lovett-Menkiti and Tiffany Fykes open up about perfectionism, risk, and the stories we tell ourselves when something doesn’t go as planned—and how to turn all of it into fuel. As we head into business planning season, we talk about the very real questions that keep many women playing small: What if the launch flops? What if the hire doesn’t work out? What if I invest…and lose?


    We walk through powerful data on how women actually approach risk (spoiler: we’re not risk-averse, we’re risk-aware) and why female-led companies dramatically outperform the tiny slice of capital they receive. Then we give you a four-step framework to move through failure instead of getting stuck in it: normalize it as part of stretching, reflect quickly on what the experience is teaching you, share the story so others can learn too, and anchor everything back to your bigger vision and why.


    We also talk about failure as “tuition,” building circles like Her Best Life and Empire Circle where you can process the messy middle, and the simple question that can unlock your next move: What would you do if you weren’t afraid? If you’re ready to let failure be your fuel for a bigger business and an even bigger life, this conversation is for you.


    Resources:

    • Check out Her Best Life
    • Learn more about Empire Circle


    Connect on Instagram:

    • Seychelle Van Poole: @seychellevp
    • Sarah Reynolds: @sarahreynoldsoji
    • Wendy Papasan: @wendypapasan
    • Kymber Lovett-Menkiti: @kymbermenkiti
    • Tiffany Fykes: @tiffanyfykes


    Produced by NOVA


    This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.
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    27 mins
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