The Business of Living Well

Design, Well-being & Culture with Tracy Jordre

Tracy shares the turning point that led her into the world of workplace well-being, why thoughtful design is more than aesthetics, and how leaders can create environments where people thrive. We dig into the small changes that make a big impact and the growing shift toward human-centered workplaces. She also opens up about balancing creativity with leadership, what she’s learned from guiding teams. If you’ve ever wondered why some spaces drain you and others energize you, this conversation will change the way you look at your workday!

Ep.16 Strength, Healing, & Purpose with Jodi Jordheim

From surviving abuse to rebuilding her life with purpose, Jodi Jordheim’s story is one of strength, healing, and heart. As the founder of Styled With Strength, a nonprofit that supports men and women walking through abusive relationships, Jodi has made it her mission to turn her pain into purpose and create a space for others to find hope and healing. But her story doesn’t stop there — Jodi is also a wife, mom, and corporate professional, balancing it all with grace and authenticity. In this episode, she opens up about her journey through the hardest seasons, the lessons that shaped her, and how faith and resilience helped her rebuild from the inside out. It’s a conversation about courage, purpose, and what it truly means to live well — even after walking through the fire. Styled with Strength | Community | West Fargo, ND, USA [https://www.styledwithstrength.org/]

Ep.15 Confidence, Resilience & Purpose with Sophia Richards

This week on The Business of Living Well, we sit down with Sophia Richards, former Miss North Dakota and co-host of North Dakota Today, to talk about what it truly means to do it all while staying grounded in purpose. From the pageant stage to the newsroom, Sophia shares how she built a career around connection and confidence. She opens up about the lessons learned through rejection, the power of using your voice for impact, and how she keeps her mindset healthy in a world that’s always “on.”

Ep. 14 Why Community Matters More Than Ever with Emma McIntyre

In this episode, we sit down with Emma McIntyre — a true community connector and “cheerleader” for Fargo. Emma shares how she turned her personal experience of starting over into a mission to help others feel like they belong — and why fostering real community is essential for both personal and professional growth. Emma has made it her mission to build spaces where people feel seen, valued, and connected through her work with Folkways and volunteering. We talk about the power of community, the challenges of adult friendship, and how small acts of showing up can create big waves of change.

Ep. 13 Hope, Purpose & Hip Hop with Michael Bloom

Former police officer turned nonprofit founder, Michael Bloom, is living proof that faith isn’t just something you talk about, it’s something you do. Hip Hop & Hope exists to engage youth and adults affected by incarceration, addiction, and homelessness through faith-based mentorship, music, and community outreach. In this episode, we talk about what it means to put your beliefs into motion, the power of showing up for your community, and how one small act of service can ripple far beyond what you can see. To learn more about his mission or volunteer opportunities, visit https://www.hiphopandhopetours.org/