Moxie Moments

That's a Wrap on Season 1

That's a wrap on Season 1 of Moxie Moments! Thank you to all who have listened, followed, and been inspired from these amazing stories of grit and determination - or Moxie - and we look forward to bringing you even more great stories starting in November. Keep pushing forward, stay resilient and remember your next moxie moment might just be around the corner. Thanks for listening!

Navigating New Paths: How Do You Honor Your Values When Your Dreams and the System Clash?

Start your quote today at https://www.coverhound.com/moxiemoments Welcome to Moxie Moments, the podcast that explores life's challenges and the courage it takes to overcome them. I'm your host, Caitlin Saenz. What happens when your deepest ambitions collide with your core values? When the path to achieving your goals requires compromises you're not willing to make? These are the questions at the heart of today's conversation. Jenny Jacobs is no stranger to breaking barriers. As a U.S. Naval Aviator who made history as the first woman to return to flying after a cancer diagnosis, she's built a career on courage and determination. Yet when faced with the opportunity to run for Congress in Virginia's Second District, Jenny made the unexpected choice to step away – because the political landscape conflicted with her fundamental values. Today, we'll explore how that pivotal decision led Jenny to create Pursuit Consulting, a leadership development firm helping both CEOs and teenagers discover their unique talents and communicate effectively. Her journey illustrates how sometimes saying "no" to one door opens pathways to greater purpose and impact. For anyone who's ever felt trapped between their aspirations and their principles, Jenny's experience offers valuable perspective. She challenges us to consider that true leadership often means charting unconventional courses when traditional paths don't align with our moral compass. Let's dive in. Guest Links and Info: Website: https://pursuitconsulting.org Facebook: Pursuit Consulting Instagram: Pursuit Consulting LinkedIn: Jenny Jacobs Pursuit Consulting

Breaking Away: How Do You Leave a Toxic Partnership and Reclaim Your Power?

Start your quote today at https://www.coverhound.com/moxiemoments Welcome to Moxie Moments, the podcast that explores life's challenges and the courage it takes to overcome them. I'm your host, Caitlin Saenz. That gut feeling that something's off in your professional life can be easy to ignore – especially when you've invested years building a career. But what happens when you finally listen to that inner voice telling you it's time for a change? Our guest today is Dawn Dahlby, a Certified Financial Planner who took the extraordinary step of not only walking away from a partnership at an investment firm but bringing her entire client roster with her. This story is a testament to recognizing your worth, standing firm in your convictions, and carving a new path in an industry that doesn't always make space for women leaders. The central question we're unpacking today: How can honoring your intuition and stepping into discomfort ultimately lead to reclaiming your power? Dawn opens up about the messy middle – those anxiety-filled moments of transition – and the unexpected freedom waiting on the other side of fear. For anyone stuck in a situation where someone else seems to control your destiny, where compromise has slowly turned to compromise of self, Dawn's experience offers a roadmap. Because true courage often reveals itself in the moment we decide to honor our worth and create the path we know we deserve. Let's dive in. Guest Links & Info: https://dawndahlby.com/ [https://dawndahlby.com/]

From Operations Manager to Body Liberation Coach: How Do You Find Peace in Changing Your Path

Welcome to Moxie Moments, the podcast that explores life's challenges and the courage it takes to overcome them. I'm your host, Caitlin Saenz. We all reach crossroads in life where continuing on our current path feels impossible, but changing direction feels equally daunting. Today, we're exploring a story that shows the power of giving yourself permission to change your mind. Meet Oly Cumpián, who went from managing a team of 17 as an Operations Manager to becoming a certified Body Liberation and Respectful Eating Coach. Oly's story takes us through the difficult decision to step away from the engineering career she had worked so hard to build, and lean into something new, something liberating. In this episode, we'll explore the question: How can changing your mind about your career path lead to personal freedom and growth? Oly will share how she found peace in making a difficult transition, offering insights that can help all of us navigate our own moments of redefinition. Whether you're questioning your current career path, feeling trapped by your past decisions, or simply looking for permission to make a change, Oly's story will remind you that it's always okay to choose a new direction that brings you peace. So get ready to be inspired, challenged, and empowered. This is Moxie Moments, and we're about to uncover how letting go of one path can open doors to unexpected fulfillment. Let's dive in. Guest Links & Info: ● A Path To Body Liberation (Signature Program): https://bodyliberationcoaching.mvsite.app/signature-course ● Free Resource - 7 Ways to Respect Your Body: https://tinyurl.com/5cw7d722 ● Free Resource - Kids Body Confidence Guide + Relevant Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/8f9xc5su ● Upcoming Workshops: https://tinyurl.com/3r4cptra ● Social Media: @olycumpianbl on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok ● YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@olycumpianbl Contact Information Oly Cumpián Certified Body Liberation and Respectful Eating Coach 865-824-8802 cumpian.oly@gmail.com

Building the Girl: How Do You Create a Space Where Girls Can Thrive in Sports?

Welcome to Moxie Moments, the podcast that explores life's challenges and the courage it takes to overcome them. I'm your host, Caitlin Saenz. In the world of sports, girls face unique challenges – from declining participation rates to pressure for early specialization, and environments that don't always support their development. Today, we're diving into a story about one woman who decided to change that narrative. Meet Lydia Scrofani, founder of Girls Sports Academy, who transformed her frustration with being sidelined in a male-dominated industry into a mission to create a safe space where girls can develop athletic skills and confidence. Lydia's journey from being the "Girls Director" without an office to creating her own thriving organization is a powerful testament to what happens when you refuse to let others define your potential. In this episode, we'll explore the question: How can creating your own path in sports education empower both yourself and the next generation of female athletes? Lydia will share how she built a program focused not just on athletic achievement, but on "Building the Girl" – developing confidence, resilience, and a lifelong relationship with sports. Whether you're a parent seeking better athletic opportunities for your daughter, a coach frustrated by traditional sports models, or someone who sees potential where others don't, Lydia's journey demonstrates that creating something from scratch might be the most powerful play in the game. Her story goes beyond sports – it's about recognizing when it's time to draw your own boundaries and build something that reflects your vision and values. So, get ready to be inspired, challenged, and empowered. This is Moxie Moments, and we're about to uncover how one woman's refusal to stay "in the corner" is changing the game for countless young athletes. Let's dive in. Guest Links & Info: * Website: www.girlssportsacademy.org [http://www.girlssportsacademy.org/] * Build the Girl Retreat (July 11-13, 2025): A weekend away for girls ages 8-14 years old * Events: Daddy-Daughter Golf Tournament (planned for July or August - exact date TBD) * Summer Camps: Visit website for more options