Episode 18: Building a Thriving Business Without Losing Yourself with Lily Brezler

Episode 18: Building a Thriving Business Without Losing Yourself with Lily Brezler

In this episode of the Six Figure Chicks Podcast, host Mel C sits down with fellow Six Figure Chick and staffing expert Lily Brezler for an honest conversation about leadership, hiring, and what it really takes to build a thriving business without losing yourself in the process. As a business owner, recruiter, and leadership consultant Lily has spent years helping organizations find the right people while empowering professionals to step confidently into their next opportunities. But beyond staffing and strategy, Lily believes that authenticity, relationships, and knowing when to ask for help are the true foundations of long term success. In this condensed 15-minute episode, Mel and Lily explore: • Why authentic leadership creates stronger teams and better business outcomes • Practical hiring strategies every business owner should know • The importance of building systems and processes that support growth • How asking for help can accelerate success instead of slowing it down • Balancing personal passions with professional ambitions without sacrificing either Lily also shares lessons from her own entrepreneurial journey, the value of building meaningful relationships, and why staying true to yourself is one of the most powerful business strategies available. This episode is a reminder that successful businesses aren't built by doing everything alone; they're built through connection, authenticity, and the courage to lean into your strengths while inviting others to support the rest. Tune in for practical insights, genuine conversation, and leadership lessons you can apply immediately.

Episode 17: Authentic Listening, Empowered Birth & Building a Purpose-Driven Business with Ursula

In this episode of the Six Figure Chicks Podcast, host Mel C sits down with fellow Six Figure Chick Ursula Sabia Sukinik, founder of Birth You Desire, for a powerful, no-fluff conversation about advocacy, authenticity, and building a business rooted in deep care. Ursula is a birth worker supporting families through fertility, pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum—and her company, Birth You Desire, is a multi-state doula collaborative serving clients nationally and internationally with evidence-based, compassionate care. In this condensed 15-minute episode, Mel and Ursula explore: * How COVID reshaped the birth world and the role of doulas * Re-establishing trust with healthcare systems during crisis * Why authentic listening is the most important business skill * Using social media to educate, demystify birth, and amplify client voices * Turning lived challenges into deeper empathy and leadership Ursula also shares her experience as a contributing author in the Six Figure Chicks collaboration, the confidence she gained through publishing, and why waiting for the “perfect time” often holds women back from their next level. This episode is a reminder that powerful businesses are built through presence, passion, and the courage to show up imperfectly—but authentically. Tune in for real talk, big purpose, and inspiration that goes far beyond strategy.

Episode 16: Clarity, Courage & the Power of Choosing Yourself with Lisa Riley

In this episode of the Six Figure Chicks Podcast, host Mel C sits down with Lisa Riley for a thoughtful conversation about growth, self-trust, and what it really looks like to choose yourself, both in business and in life. Lisa shares her perspective on navigating seasons of change, building confidence through experience, and learning to move forward even when the path isn’t perfectly clear. Together, they explore how clarity often comes after action, why courage matters more than perfection, and how aligned decisions can reshape both success and fulfillment. This episode is an encouraging reminder that growth doesn’t require having it all figured out, it requires honesty, intention, and the willingness to listen to what’s calling you forward. Tune in for grounded insight, real conversation, and inspiration to lead with confidence and alignment.

Episode 15: Multiplying Profits & Magnifying Impact with Gabrielle Baumeyer

In Episode 15 of the Six Figure Chicks Podcast, host Mel C sits down with executive coach and endurance athlete Gabrielle Baumeyer, founder of Baumeyer Coaching, for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and leading with belief. Gabrielle works with business leaders to multiply profits and magnify impact, and in this episode, she shares how her own business faced an existential pivot during COVID, when the coaching work she had built for over a decade seemingly disappeared overnight. Rather than starting over, Gabrielle grounded herself in a core truth: who she is didn’t change—only the form of her work did. Together, Mel and Gabrielle explore: * How COVID became a defining “training moment” in business * Why coaching helps leaders unlock solutions they already carry * The power of belief—and how a lack of it can quietly hold us back * Pivoting with clarity instead of panic * Building high-performing teams through intentional leadership Gabrielle also shares her deeply personal experience as a contributing author in Six Figure Chicks Houston Volume 1, describing the project as a gamechanger that marked a new level of visibility, confidence, and self-trust. Plus, a fun twist—you’ll learn how this accomplished executive coach is also an endurance athlete who has completed 28 triathlons, including a full Ironman in Arizona, and has saved every race bib she’s ever earned since she was 15 years old. This episode is a must-listen for leaders navigating change, questioning their next move, or ready to believe bigger in what’s possible. 🎧 Tune in for insight, encouragement, and a reminder that belief is often the first strategy.

Episode 14: Real Talk on Motherhood, Mindset & Balance with Erika Bailey

In this episode of the Six Figure Chicks Podcast, Mel sits down with Erika Bailey, host of The Balanced Boss Mom Podcast, for an honest and grounding conversation about motherhood, mindset, business, and what it really means to build a life that feels aligned. Erika created The Balanced Boss Mom as a space where women—mothers and non-mothers alike—can feel seen, heard, and supported while navigating healing, hustling, and the pursuit of balance. Her work blends real-life motherhood with personal growth, entrepreneurship, and the emotional shifts that come with building something meaningful. Together, Mel and Erika explore: * Creating space for real conversations in motherhood and business * Healing while still showing up for your goals * Redefining balance in seasons of growth and change * Building community through authenticity and shared stories * Why support and connection matter just as much as strategy This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to choose between ambition and alignment—and that powerful growth often starts with honest conversations. 🎧 Tune in for encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the journey.