Growth Lab

Ep 022 | KRISTEN MAYER “Reinvention is a mindset, not a moment”

In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Mayer, CEO & Founder of KMI Wealth, investor, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for women in finance. We dive into Kristen’s journey of reinvention, from her early roots in journalism and global education, to building a life centered around family and entrepreneurship, to ultimately stepping into the financial services world and creating her own firm with purpose. Kristen shares how her experiences shaped her belief that wealth is more than money, it’s freedom, alignment, and the ability to design life on your own terms. We talk about what it really looks like to build something from the ground up, how women can step into financial confidence, and why changing the narrative around money is one of the most powerful ways to impact future generations. If you’re ready to think differently about wealth, step into your power, and realize it’s never too late to create your next chapter… this one’s for you. Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Use code GrowthLab25 at ⁠tahoenevadalove.com⁠. Find KRISTEN MAYER: ⁠www.kmiwealthadvisors.com⁠ NICOLLE GUST: ⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ ⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ ⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠ Follow GROWTH LAB: ⁠www.instagram.com/growthlabpod⁠ ⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod⁠

Ep 021 | SHIVANI PETERSON  "It's ok to change your mind"

In this episode, I sit down with Shivani Peterson [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] mortgage advisor at All Western Mortgage [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1], public speaker, and unapologetic feminist force in our Reno community. Yes, we talk industry, but this conversation goes so much deeper. Shivani brings her signature clarity and confidence to the table, goving us insight on her personal journey and a mom, entrepreneur and all around badass. She is a champion for women and inspires us all to own our voice, and build wealth on their own terms. We dive into mindset, money, leadership, and why education is power. Shivani shares how being informed and prepared isn’t just about buying a home, it’s about rewriting the narrative around money, confidence, and what’s possible. If you’re ready to feel informed, inspired, and fired up, this episode is for you. Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Use code GrowthLab25 at ⁠tahoenevadalove.com⁠ [http://tahoenevadalove.com/]. Find SHIVANI PETERSON : shivanipeterson.com⁠ [http://ishacasagrande.com/] ⁠www.instagram.com/shivpeter [http://www.instagram.com/ishacasagrande] NICOLLE GUST: ⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ [http://www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠ [http://www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com/] Follow GROWTH LAB: ⁠www.instagram.com/growthlabpod⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/growthlabpod] ⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod [http://www.facebook.com/growthlabpod]

Ep 020 | ISHA CASAGRANDE "Fashion is about feeling amazing inside & out""

In this episode, I sit down with Isha Casagrande, fashionISHA, confidence coach, Jazzercise Queen, stylist and founder of The Confident Style Method™, the proven 90-day transformation helping women 40+ reclaim their confidence from the inside out. We dive into how style, mindset, and movement come together to shift the way you see yourself, how you show up, and how you navigate your life. Isha breaks down why confidence isn’t about clothes, it’s about alignment, embodiment, and rediscovering your power. If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself and step into the most confident version of you… this one’s for you. Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Use code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com [http://tahoenevadalove.com/]. Find ISHA CASAGRANDE: ishacasagrande.com [http://ishacasagrande.com/] www.instagram.com/ishacasagrande [http://www.instagram.com/ishacasagrande] NICOLLE GUST: www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert [http://www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert [http://www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com [http://www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com/] Follow GROWTH LAB: www.instagram.com/growthlabpod [http://www.instagram.com/growthlabpod] www.facebook.com/growthlabpod [http://www.facebook.com/growthlabpod]

Ep 019 | Mark Estee "Food is the International Language"

In this episode, I sit down with Reno’s own culinary legend, Mark Estee, chef, restaurateur, and community builder, to unpack what it really takes to grow a mission-driven brand. We’re diving into Reno’s vibrant food scene with Mark who is the force behind Reno Local Food Group. From farm-to-table flavors to iconic restaurants, Mark has been serving up community connection through food. From scrappy kitchen starts to creating beloved local institutions, Mark shares the systems behind great teams, resilient leadership through tough seasons, and why serving people (not just plates) is the ultimate growth strategy.  If you’re building anything in Northern Nevada, and want the playbook for grit, generosity, and long-game impact..this one’s for you. Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at ⁠tahoenevadalove.com⁠ [http://tahoenevadalove.com/]. Find MARK ESTEE: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/markesteechef⁠⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/mamasforacause] ⁠⁠www.renolfg.com⁠⁠ [http://www.stacidooley.com/]  NICOLLE GUST: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com/] Follow GROWTH LAB: ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/growthlabpod⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/growthlabpod] ⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod [http://www.facebook.com/growthlabpod]

Ep 018 | Staci Dooley | "Perimenopause WHAT”

In this episode I sit down with the amazing Staci Dooley, MSN, APRN-C Who has started Personalized virtual care for women struggling with hormone imbalances, weight loss struggles, and overall wellness. Staci has been a nurse practitioner for 15 years, specializing in family practice and, more recently, helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause. Her passion is making people feel theirabsolute best—because life is too short to feel anything less. She believes that feeling good isn’t just about medicine—it’s about lifestyle, balance, and knowing you have someone in your corner. Whether you’re looking for guidance on hormones, wellness, or just a little extra support, I’m here tohelp you feel strong, confident, and empowered. Thank you to our sponsor, Tahoe Nevada Love! Grab your gear at a special discount just for podcast listeners with code GrowthLab25 at tahoenevadalove.com. Find Staci Dooley: ⁠www.instagram.com/staciadooley [http://www.instagram.com/mamasforacause] www.stacidooley.com [http://www.stacidooley.com]  NICOLLE GUST: ⁠www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert⁠ [http://www.facebook.com/yourrenorealestateexpert] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://www.yourrenorealestateexpert.com/] Follow GROWTH LAB: ⁠www.instagram.com/growthlabpod⁠ [http://www.instagram.com/growthlabpod] ⁠www.facebook.com/growthlabpod [http://www.facebook.com/growthlabpod]