Shine Podcast with Shanna Star
Hello, I'm Shanna Star. Yes my actual middle name. I've moved my business 5 states, started life over again this time at the beach as life always takes unexpected turns. I have a heart to teach women the ins and outs of not only small business and growth but also personal self reflection while remaining a badass with a strong but vulnerable heart. This is a small business and self-improvement podcast and those who want to hear other amazing women I've met along the way! Subscribe and join the #shinepodcast
Episodes
We explore how real confidence is built through self-talk, daily action, and vulnerability, and how a single risk—climbing Kilimanjaro—reshaped Simone Knego’s life. We share tools to quiet the what-if whisperer and model healthier confidence for the people we love.
• defining confidence as being the same person everywhere
• vulnerability unlocking connection and support
• self-talk that passes the bes...
I sat down today with USA Today bestselling author Cara Lockwood to unpack her breast cancer journey, the shock of diagnosis, choosing chemo in a gray zone, and losing a publisher mid-treatment while finding a sharper sense of purpose and humor. She shares how to support loved ones without platitudes, advocate for care, and rebuild identity after a double mastectomy.
• Cara’s “white room” diagnosis and emotio...
Had the opportunity to chat with Shana and Vanessa of Budget Besties to turn the “B-word” from scary to simple, showing how a one-page plan and digital envelopes make money feel clear, kind, and doable. We also unpack theme days, automation, and dreaming with your partner so finances support real life.
• reframing budgets as permission to spend
• celebrating year-end money wins and setting goals
• d...
We sit with strategist Chanda Coston to unpack how clarity, systems, and a faith-led mindset can turn overwhelm into freedom and create a legacy-focused business you actually enjoy. From sprints and SOPs to theme days and KPIs, we map a plan you can implement.
• who Chanda serves and why clarity matters
• the blueprint method, sprints, and hands-on execution
• structure as the path to freedom and capa...
We share how a simple mic and a clear niche can build confidence, audience trust, and real business growth. Julie DeLuca Collins walks through guesting strategy, repurposing, monetization beyond big sponsors, and the simple tech stack that gets you shipping.
• confidence grows through action, not perfection
• podcasting as an attract–engage–nurture–invite engine
• evergreen content and the loyalty of ...
Brit Nicole, Clarity Coach and founder of The Unstoppable She-EO, explores how hustle culture damages our health and relationships, and shares her journey through burnout to creating a sustainable, fulfilling life.
• Hustle culture creates false rewards and unsustainable gratification that damages our wellbeing
• Overwork equals worth is a toxic equation that many high-achieving women have internalized
Terry Tateossian shares her journey of losing 80 pounds in her mid-40s and how she transformed her life by addressing both the physical and mental aspects of health and wellness. We dive into how strength training becomes essential for women in perimenopause and beyond, debunking myths about "bulking up" while emphasizing the importance of compound movements for bone density and longevity.
• Persona...
Kirsten Graham, co-owner of Six Figure Business Coaching, shares powerful insights on outsourcing for small business owners and the mindset shifts needed to build a successful team. Her expertise from 17+ years of helping entrepreneurs build exceptional teams shines through as she addresses common misconceptions and provides practical strategies for delegation.
• Start by outsourcing tasks you don't enjo...
Cloe Parker of Parker Pastures shares how regenerative ranching practices create more nutrient-dense meat while healing the land and providing optimal nutrition for consumers. She reveals the stark differences between conventional meat production and the holistic approach taken at her Colorado ranch.
• Co-owner of Parker Pastures, practicing regenerative ranching for nutrient-dense, grass-fed and grass-finish...
Amy Pocsik returns to discuss how to build authentic networks and shift your business toward the right opportunities by implementing strategic operations, discerning which yeses matter, and getting into the right rooms for growth.
• Building authentic networks requires creating genuine value in every interaction
• "The check-in is dead" – show up in someone's inbox with real value
• Sh...
Fitness expert Kerstin Schulze shares powerful insights on staying healthy as we age, particularly for women over 40. Her approach emphasizes adapting workout routines and nutrition to women's changing hormonal needs, with practical strategies for maintaining strength and wellness.
• Training needs change dramatically as we age—shorter workouts (30 minutes) are more effective than long sessions
• Hig...
Social media expert Christine Blasdale shares her journey from America Online columnist to podcaster and business coach, revealing strategies for authentic branding and content creation. Her 25+ years of experience offers invaluable insights into building expert authority and connecting with audiences through the power of video content and personal storytelling.
• Christine's career began at America Onli...
We focus in on what brand is, how to add value to potential clients, using AI in business and how to start, creating habits and being productive!
I loved the conversation with Jackie and hope you love as we chat through these things and more!
She gives away some specific AI tools she uses and loves, a few things from her heart and even a link for Top 10 AI tools for AI explorers
https://w...
During my time off from podcasting, I learned the significant value of taking a step back to recharge and reflect on my journey. This break allowed me to carefully evaluate my creative processes, revisit the genuine reasons I initially started, and explore new interests that had, unfortunately, been pushed aside for far too long. I discovered the crucial importance of balance in maintaining passion and enthusiasm for ...
With Destin, Florida Local- Bekah Manley- we speak all about new ways of viewing entrepreneurship! With inspired action, learning to be still, NOT leaning into the too busy mentality, and even some marketing advice on how to show up in a way that brings you joy and connects with your ideal clients. Bekah even gives away some of her favorite spots around the Desin area!
Bekah is known as a "Holistic Realt...
Have you wondered in a time where online marketing is King but it feels like you're talking to no one, or not connecting, HOW you can connect to your audience and serve? Tune in to this week's episode as we chat all about selling with emotion, why it's important to niche down in order to get broader later, and so much more about connecting emotionally with your ideal clients!
Carmen Reed-Gilkis...
Misty Laboy is the owner and founder of Beauty from the inside and out - where she helps women celebrate their uniqueness, and help guide you on a self-love, self-awareness, and self-discovery so you can feel beautiful inside and out.
She's been an industry leader for over 20 years and hopes to inspire and encourage you!
We chat about how to create habits in confidence, what confidence is, and...
Today Vanessa McGovern and I chat about HOW to transition into a Luxury Brand- we chat about the experience of a luxury brand, how to start implementing it into your business, how to serve and find those clients, and making the process you have with clients enjoyable, engaging, and memorable. We also chat through “blessing and releasing” past clients that don’t serve your brand now and how to do so!
What do you think when you hear marketing? What does it entail, how DO you market, marketing principles, and misconceptions of marketing. Nikki tells us about attracting how high paying clients, and getting off the revenue roller coaster and creating consistent revenue! You don't to miss this high energy, fabulous woman filled with the best nuggets for your business.. you'll laugh at her jokes, and get plent...
tune in even if you think you're not mid age- by the way she considers this 35-70!
We lean into setting goals and creating habits by using the four energetic bodies (physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual)
This can be so refreshing as we chat about not doing things "too late" there isn't too late- this is a time to restart, try something new, and know it's the perfect t...
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