There She Goes From Laid Off to Building Her Empire – with Mikki McCleery

There She Goes Taking a Break (And Why I Don’t Regret It)

500 downloads. 15 episodes. 3 months in. My podcast was gaining momentum… and that’s exactly when I decided to take a break. In this episode, I’m sharing why. Not because I owed anyone an explanation; quite the opposite, actually. But because the response to my “There She Goes Taking a Break” post made me realize something important: we spend so much time seeing the highlight reels online that we forget there are whole lives happening behind the scenes. So this episode is a little different. No script. No guest. No polished lesson. Just a raw, honest conversation about what was happening behind the scenes in my life, how I chose rest over resentment, and why taking a break isn’t the same thing as quitting.  In this episode, I share what was going on across my corporate career, podcast, businesses, health journey, fertility journey, and personal life, and why I ultimately chose to prioritize my well-being over checking another box. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, stuck in comparison, or guilty for resting, this episode is for you 💖 Key Topics: • Why I took my first break from the podcast after 15 episodes • The difference between consistency and perfection • Continuing when nobody is watching, listening, or clapping • Why I created There She Goes and the community I hope to build • Returning from vacation to postponed interviews, increased responsibilities, and competing priorities • Navigating PCOS, fertility challenges, and prioritizing health • Learning to regulate my nervous system instead of pushing through burnout • The trap of comparing yourself to other women, especially on social media • Why we need to normalize breaks and stop expecting explanations • The possibility of betting on myself and pursuing entrepreneurship full-time • A reminder that there are whole lives happening behind the highlight reel 🥗 Quick Note about Hungryroot One of the tools helping me simplify healthy eating right now, especially in a busy season, is Hungryroot.  If you struggle keeping up with your own meal planning, feel free to use my referral link [https://www.hungryroot.com/r/EC6AKCTX] or code below to receive $50 off your first delivery of $100+: Referral Code: EC6AKCTX ⏱️ Timestamps 0:31 This episode is completely unscripted 2:54 Keep going even when no one is clapping, watching, or listening 3:46 Why I created this podcast and the kind of community I want to build 6:15 Returning from vacation to real life, postponed interviews, and competing priorities 8:39 Health, fertility, PCOS, and receiving a wake-up call from my fertility specialist 11:11 Choosing rest, regulating my nervous system, and redefining priorities 11:53 Comparison, self-criticism, and the pressure of social media 13:14 Why we need to normalize breaks and remember we’re more than what we post online 14:37 Considering entrepreneurship full-time and betting on myself again 16:21 You’re probably doing better than you think Follow @thereshegoesclub [https://www.instagram.com/thereshegoesclub] for updates and community events. Join the There She Goes Club to activate joy, fun, and wonder back into your life.

There She Goes to Disney! ✨ Our First Community Event

🎟️ Join Us at Disneyland on July 26, 2026! ✨🏰💖  Register here [https://luma.com/6s343k7m]. We're taking you to the Happiest Place on Earth for our very first in-person community event! 📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026 📍 Disneyland Resort Come spend a magical day with us filled with joy, wonder, community, friendship, meaningful conversations, and plenty of Disney magic ✨ We'll be walking, connecting, laughing, making memories, and activating play together as adults because fun doesn't have an expiration date 💖 ✨ Registration is completely FREE. Simply purchase your Disneyland park ticket and join us! We would absolutely love to see you there 🏰💫 _______________________________________________________________________ I’m so excited to announce that There She Goes is officially stepping into real life! In this special episode, I’m sharing all the details about our very first There She Goes community event in collaboration with Traci Kasper from One Small Step Walks. This isn't just a Disney day. It's a day centered around community, connection, joy, wonder, movement, friendship, networking, and activating PLAY as adults. One of my favorite takeaways from this episode: ✨ Action brings clarity. This event didn't come from months of planning or overthinking. It came from a conversation with another woman actively pursuing her dreams. Sometimes your next opportunity, collaboration, friendship, or idea is waiting on the other side of getting in the room. 🎟️ Register here [https://luma.com/6s343k7m].  Simply purchase your Disneyland ticket and join us for a magic-filled Sunday 💖 ⏱️ Timestamps 0:35 Announcing our first There She Goes community event 1:10 Why There She Goes is more than a podcast 2:20 Why Disney and One Small Step Walks were the perfect collaboration 3:48 The origin story behind the event 4:00 The inspiration behind the collaboration 5:10 Action brings clarity, not the other way around 7:05 Why proximity to other women chasing their dreams matters 8:23 Community, movement, health, and joy can coexist 9:31 The importance of PLAY 10:25 Invitation to join us at Disneyland 🎶 Songs Mentioned • "Let's Go to Disney" — Fairview • "One Step at a Time" — Jordin Sparks 🎧 Want to listen along? Check out the official There She Goes Spotify playlist [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6wdwN6krQ6SNdhaEaw6ZY3?si=Nh5f2mX-Q2GGvvl2XKw-mQ ], where I add songs mentioned throughout the podcast that inspire the conversations, stories, and themes we explore each week 💖✨ It's the perfect soundtrack for your walks, road trips, journaling sessions, and main character moments 💌 Follow @thereshegoesclub [https://www.instagram.com/thereshegoesclub] for updates and community events. Join the There She Goes Club to activate joy, fun, and wonder back into your life.

There She Goes Writing Blake Shelton a #1 Hit Song – with Jennifer Adan

I'm SO excited for you to hear this episode 🥹💖 I think I told Jennifer “I’m so excited” in every email I sent her because I truly could not wait to spotlight her songwriting story✨ In this episode of There She Goes, I sit down with #1 platinum songwriter Jennifer Adan, co-writer of Blake Shelton’s hit song “She Wouldn’t Be Gone [https://youtu.be/ki-n6DsDG40?si=4OEQuvpWbudOQmA8],” with song placements on shows like Grey’s Anatomy and Keeping Up with the Kardashians, President of the West Coast Songwriters organization, and founder of her own publishing company. In this episode, we talk about: •Jennifer’s journey to becoming a professional songwriter •Writing Blake Shelton’s #1 platinum hit "She Wouldn’t Be Gone" •Being a woman in the music industry •Bullying and criticism early on •The importance of community and encouragement for creatives •The songwriting process: from inspo, to writing, to pitching •Hearing that "Metamorphosis" placed on Grey’s Anatomy •The realities of streaming, publishing, and songwriter compensation •“You are always one yes away from your life changing.” So much of There She Goes was born from lyrics that put feelings into words before I even knew how to explain them myself. That’s why getting to spotlight songwriters like Jennifer feels so special to me ✨ Songwriters are truly some of the “unsung heroes” of the music industry, and I’m so excited to continue highlighting the behind-the-scenes creatives whose words, stories, and art shape so many of our lives 💌 🎧 Songs Mentioned (all co-written by Jennifer, except "The Man") •“She Wouldn’t Be Gone [https://youtu.be/ki-n6DsDG40?si=4OEQuvpWbudOQmA8]” – Blake Shelton •“Metamorphosis [https://youtu.be/UKwCBkiz7oI?si=3AKtktW_wEd9JijF]” – MILCK •“Call My Dad [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUb5ZPcdom0&list=RDBUb5ZPcdom0&start_radio=1]” – Scott Hoying •“The Man [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqAJLh9wuZ0&list=RDAqAJLh9wuZ0&start_radio=1]” – Taylor Swift 🎶 Listen to all the songs mentioned in the podcast on the official There She Goes playlist [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6wdwN6krQ6SNdhaEaw6ZY3?si=Kz8SmFE8TzamUapYARzenQ&pi=-xwPV-QqTNegm]*: a curated evolving playlist for your walks, journaling sessions, brave decisions, and main character moments 💖 *In this episode, Jennifer shares insight about songwriter compensation and the importance of supporting songwriters beyond streaming alone. Consider supporting local songwriters, attending live events, purchasing music/merch, and supporting organizations like West Coast Songwriters [https://westcoastsongwriters.org/] that advocate for the songwriting community. ⏱️ Timestamps 02:10 Childhood songwriting journey 04:23 Early music industry experiences in Nashville 06:38 Writing over 100 songs as a teenager 15:56 Being bullied + facing criticism 17:58 Building self-confidence as a creative 18:20 The importance of community and encouragement 20:49 How to pitch songs to artists 24:43 Writing Blake Shelton’s #1 platinum hit 39:10 Taylor Swift’s "The Man" + being a woman in the music industry 44:23 Finding out "Metamorphosis" placed on Grey’s Anatomy 52:19 Co-writing "Call My Dad" with Scott Hoying 55:31 Dream artists Jennifer would love to write for 🔗 Connect with Jennifer Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jenniferadan13] Website [https://jenniferadan.com] Follow @thereshegoesclub [https://www.instagram.com/thereshegoesclub] for updates and community events. Join the There She Goes Club to activate joy, fun, and wonder back into your life.

There She Goes From Laid Off to Building Her Empire – with Mikki McCleery

What happens when the career you thought would last forever suddenly ends? In this episode, I sit down with Mikki McCleery, founder of Passion Threads Co and Solutions by Mikki, to talk about navigating layoffs, burnout, entrepreneurship, confidence, and the power of community. After spending over 10 years working as a paralegal, Mikki unexpectedly got laid off — a moment that initially felt shocking and painful, but ultimately became the catalyst for stepping fully into entrepreneurship and building a more aligned life. This conversation explores the emotional reality behind career transitions, the importance of supportive relationships, and how women can begin trusting themselves enough to pursue what’s truly on their hearts. 🎧 In this episode, we talk about: • Mikki’s transition from paralegal to entrepreneur • How a layoff became a blessing in disguise • Corporate burnout and feeling underappreciated • Building confidence through action and resourcefulness • The importance of community and support systems • Passion Threads and the meaning behind empowering apparel • Learning to say “Nope. Period.” • Delegation, backend business support, and Solutions by Mikki • Balancing motherhood, health, and entrepreneurship • Why trying matters more than perfection 💌 Wear the Inspiration If this episode spoke to you…wait until you see the shirts 💖 Passion Threads Co [https://passionthreadsco.com] isn’t just apparel. It’s wearable reminders of confidence, courage, boundaries, and becoming the woman you’re meant to be ✨ Whether you need a little “Nope. Period.” energy or a reminder to “Be Afraid. Do It Anyways.”, Mikki’s collections are such a beautiful extension of this conversation. Use code TSG10 for 10% off your first order 💌 Shop the collection here [https://passionthreadsco.com/].  🔗 Connect with Mikki Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mikki.mccleery/] Website [https://passionthreadsco.com] Subscribe to her newsletter [https://mikkimccleery.myflodesk.com/links?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn8m9- ] 📖 Featured Resource Mikki and I are two of the co-authors of the book This Time It’s Personal: Building a Life, a Business, and a Self That Actually Fits. If either of our stories inspire you and you want to learn more, you can purchase the book [https://www.amazon.com/This-Time-Its-Personal-Building-ebook/dp/B0FRSVXFP4] on Amazon. ⏱️ Timestamps 3:14 Mikki’s background as a paralegal 6:04 The layoff moment + emotional reaction 8:07 “Everything is figureoutable” mindset 9:05 Learning to be scrappy and resourceful 10:05 The importance of community and support systems 12:28 Navigating fear and financial uncertainty after layoffs 14:00 The power of having a supportive partner 15:24 Corporate burnout + feeling underappreciated 16:58 Why the layoff became a blessing in disguise 17:49 The story behind Passion Threads 19:00 “Nope. Period.” and learning to say no 22:12 Burnout, overcommitment, and self-betrayal 23:58 Mikki’s non-negotiables + health routines 25:34 Embodying confidence through clothing and mindset 27:34 The story behind Solutions by Mikki 30:20 Delegation as an investment, not a cost 33:25 Becoming happier after the layoff 36:08 Teaching her son there are more options in life 37:11 Why support systems matter so much 38:27 “If something’s at your heart… go for it.” 39:49 How to connect with Mikki Follow @thereshegoesclub [https://www.instagram.com/thereshegoesclub] for updates and community events. Join the There She Goes Club to activate joy, fun, and wonder back into your life.

Mírenla, Ahí Va Una Mujer Sin Filtro

Para poder dar amor primero tienes que darte amor a ti. ¿Cómo se ve realmente convertirse en una mujer sin filtro? En este episodio de Mírenla, Ahí Va, reflexiono sobre la película Una Mujer Sin Filtro [https://share.google/oL0iZn0NyWI6RfhM5] y comparto cómo su mensaje se conecta con mi propio proceso de quitarme filtros, expresar mi verdad y vivir con más autenticidad Este no es solo un análisis de película, sino una invitación a cuestionarte: ¿En qué áreas de tu vida sigues callando lo que sientes? Este episodio explora el camino de pasar de:  • reprimir emociones  • complacer a todos  • vivir desde el perfeccionismo a:  • expresarte con claridad  • poner límites  • elegirte con amor 🎧 En este episodio, hablamos de: • La historia y lecciones de Una Mujer Sin Filtro [https://share.google/oL0iZn0NyWI6RfhM5] • Cómo los filtros sociales afectan tu salud emocional y física • El peligro de irte de un extremo a otro • La importancia de encontrar límites con amor • El rol del perfeccionismo y la necesidad de ser aceptada • Experiencias personales en el trabajo y la autoexploración • Cómo empezar a descubrir lo que tú quieres • El proceso de convertirte en una mujer sin filtro ⏱️Timestamps 00:33 “Soy amor, doy amor” 01:10 La película Una Mujer Sin Filtro y por qué ahora resonó más 03:00 Vivir sin límites y reprimir emociones 04:00 Cómo la represión empieza a afectar el cuerpo 05:10 El cambio extremo: de callarte a explotar con enojo 06:20 El problema de poner límites desde el resentimiento 07:20 Encontrar el balance: límites con amor 09:20 Amor propio vs permitir que te pasen por encima 10:20 Mi historia con perfeccionismo y querer agradar 11:20 Cómo me traicionaba a mí misma para encajar 12:10 Impacto en mi vida profesional (ansiedad, desconexión) 13:00 Empezar a expresarme + sanar + crear este podcast 13:40 Reflexión: ¿en qué áreas sigues filtrándote? 💭 Reflexión ¿En qué áreas de tu vida sigues filtrando lo que sientes? ¿Dónde podrías empezar a expresarte un poco más? ¿Y qué cambiaría si dejaras de traicionarte para encajar? Follow @thereshegoesclub [https://www.instagram.com/thereshegoesclub] for updates and community events. Join the There She Goes Club to activate joy, fun, and wonder back into your life.