Uniquely You with Destiny Pickens

S1E8:Proverbs & Profits: Bold Faith in The Marketplace With Jenevy Sims

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a powerful conversation about what it truly looks like to bring your faith boldly into the marketplace. I had the honor of sitting down with Jenevy Sims, a dynamic business leader, strategic consultant, and the visionary behind The Evolve Firm, Proverbs & Profits, and several faith-centered leadership initiatives. If you are a woman who feels called to build, lead, and influence… yet sometimes wonders how to honor God while pursuing your professional goals, this conversation is going to breathe fresh courage into you. Jenevy shares her journey of integrating faith with business even in spaces that don’t always welcome faith-based conversations. She opens up about the resistance she has faced, the obedience that shaped her path, and the biblical wisdom that continues to ground her as she leads, speaks, and builds community. Together, we explore how to show up authentically for Christ in our work without striving or shrinking back and how to lead with a Kingdom mindset in every room God calls us into. Connect with Destiny:https://www.destinypickens.com [https://www.destinypickens.com] Connect with Jenevy: https://www.jenevysims.com/ [https://www.jenevysims.com/] Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/support]

S1E7: The Parts of Your Story You Avoid Are the Ones Your Audience Needs Most

There’s a version of your story you’ve tip-toed around… the chapter that still feels too messy, too ordinary, or too vulnerable to share. But what if that part — the one you’re tempted to edit out, is actually the very thing that builds trust, connection, and credibility with the people you’re called to serve? In today’s episode, we walk through why the stories you avoid often carry the greatest impact, and how God can use even the tender parts of your journey as a lifeline for someone else. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: * Why your polished moments aren’t what create real authority * The three core reasons women avoid sharing the stories that matter most * How shame, fear of judgment, and “it’s not big enough” thinking keep you silent * Why your everyday, ordinary moments may be exactly what someone else needs * A simple three-question filter to discern which story is ready to be shared * The difference between speaking from a healed place vs. an open wound * How your story becomes ministry, mentorship, and a roadmap for another woman’s breakthrough This is a conversation for every woman called to lead, influence, inspire, or step into a message-driven assignment — especially if you’ve ever wondered, “Does my story really matter?” My Gift To You: To help you take the next step in articulating the work God has called you to do — who you serve, what you do, and the value you bring — download your free Message-in-a-Minute Guide below: 👉 https://destinypickens.myflodesk.com/g1m8qhbiug [https://destinypickens.myflodesk.com/g1m8qhbiug?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/support]

S1E6: Your Story Is the Strategy with Molly Gomez

If you’ve ever felt caught between the career you built and the calling God keeps whispering to your heart, today’s conversation is going to speak right to your spirit. In this episode, Destiny sits down with former  a CBS news anchor and reporter turned Brand & Business Strategist, Molly Gomez. A woman who walked away from the world of media to pursue the God-assignment on her life. Together, they unpack what it truly looks like to lead from authenticity, communicate with clarity, and build a personal brand that reflects God’s hand on your story. This episode is filled with wisdom, practical strategy, and encouragement for the woman who knows she’s called to more… but isn’t sure how to step into it. In This Episode, We Explore: • The power of your personal story Why you don’t need a flashy testimony to have a message that matters  and how God uses ordinary lives to create extraordinary impact. • How Molly recognized the moment God was redirecting her path Her courageous transition from television into entrepreneurship, and the clarity that came with obedience. • What personal branding really means in today’s marketplace And why it’s no longer optional for women who want to influence, lead, or build a business around their God-given message. • Authenticity vs. the pressure to be polished How to stay grounded in who you are (not who you think you should be) when communicating your message. • The connection between clarity and business growth How knowing your message shapes every part of your brand, your content, and the people you attract. • Integrating faith into your public work Molly’s advice for women who want their faith to shine through their brand, but feel nervous to bring that part of themselves forward. • The number one principle that guides Molly’s communication And how you can apply it as you share your own story with boldness and confidence. Meet Todays Guest:  Molly Gomez is a Brand & Business Strategist helping high-performing professionals discover and deliver their signature story so they can expand their influence and create meaningful impact.  Connect With Molly: Website: https://signaturestoryco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molly_trotter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/molly.trotter/ Connect With Destiny: Website: https://destinypickens.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/destinypickens Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachdestinypickens Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/support]

S1E5: Assignment Over Algorithms: Stewarding Your Message Without the Pressure to Perform Online

So many women feel the pressure to “post the right way,” grow faster, or stay visible enough to please the algorithm and yet, that pressure is the very thing keeping them stuck in comparison, overthinking, or burnout. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to show up consistently and confidently without performing for numbers… and how to build an online rhythm that honors both your calling and your well-being. You’ll hear real stories, faith-centered encouragement, and five practical shifts you can apply immediately to create from clarity,  not pressure. In This Episode, We Cover: • Why the pressure to “keep up” online feels so heavy — and what it’s actually rooted in • How to use metrics in a healthy, grounded way that supports your mission instead of hijacking it • Five mindset + strategy shifts to help you show up with peace, purpose, and confidence Connect with Destiny 👉 Follow on Instagram: @msdestinypickens [http://instagram.com/msdestinypickens] 👉 Learn more about brand and message coaching: www.destinypickens.com [http://destinypickens.com] Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/support]

S1E4: The Unbothered Button: Protecting Your Peace as You Pursue Your Purpose With Dr. Shiloh Werkmeister

In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Shiloh Werkmeister — a psychotherapist, author, and speaker who blends the science of psychology with real-life strategies to help women protect their energy, set unapologetic boundaries, and live with unshakable confidence.  Together, we talk about what it really means to protect your peace while pursuing your purpose. From learning when to say “no” without guilt, to recognizing the early signs of burnout, to navigating feedback and expectations as a faith-centered leader,  this episode will help you create space for what God’s truly called you to carry.  Dr. Shiloh also shares wisdom from her powerful book, The Unbothered Button, including what it means to “press” it in everyday life and how to emotionally regulate when boundaries get tested.  If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or spiritually drained, this conversation will remind you: boundaries don’t limit your calling, they protect it.  Connect with Dr. Shiloh Instagram: @dr_shiloh_speaks Website: drshilohspeaks.com Book: The Unbothered Button on Amazon  Connect with Destiny Follow along on Instagram @msdestinypickens Learn more about 1:1 coaching at www.destinypickens.com Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2381913/support]