Damsel in Success: A Podcast Adventure

Broke but Healthy: Vote for Your Wallet & Your Waistline!

Holly O'Brien's podcast episode, 'Damsel in Success', offers invaluable advice on how to eat healthily while managing a busy schedule and a restricted budget. She shares potential tips such as meal planning with cost-effective ingredients like beans, lentils, rice, and seasonal produce. Apps, websites and community-supported agriculture programs are suggested as great resources when hunting for budget-friendly recipes and fresh, seasonal produce. She also emphasises on the importance of having a shopping list and tips on how to be a smart bargain hunter. For beginners, O'Brien mentions that the vast array of cooking tutorials available online can help refine cooking techniques, with the use of basic kitchen tools. Tips like meal prepping over the weekend, using slow cookers or Instant Pots, and keeping an organized meal plan are also shared for those with a hectic lifestyle. The podcast ultimately encourages taking charge of personal health with thoughtful organization and creativity. * Home - Budget Bytes [https://www.budgetbytes.com/] * Calorie Tracker & BMR Calculator to Reach Your Goals | MyFitnessPal [https://www.myfitnesspal.com/] * Leanne Brown – Somatic Therapist – Somatic Therapy [https://leannebrown.com]

She Believed She Could, So She Did... and Then Some!

Holly O'Brien's podcast, Damsel in Success, delves into the innovative ways women are redefining success by breaking free from traditional expectations. The episode throws limelight on stories of various women from unique backgrounds who have achieved their own definitions of success, challenging and resetting conventional norms. Prominent examples include Sara Blakely who founded Spanx against odds, Beth Sanders who transitioned from law to ministry, and Dr. Onnie Poe, an advocate for education and community development. Holly also emphasized the significant roles of resilience, authenticity, adaptability, and perseverance in achieving success, and the importance of mentors and community support. The podcast aims to empower, motivate and inspire women to frame their own unique paths to success. * https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarablakely27/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarablakely27/] * https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-sanders-1509805/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-sanders-1509805/] * https://www.linkedin.com/in/filling-in-the-gaps-050541202/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/filling-in-the-gaps-050541202/] * https://www.linkedin.com/in/onniepoe-fillinginthegaps/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/onniepoe-fillinginthegaps/]

The Power of Learning and Self-Care

In the episode of "Damsel in Success", Holly O'Brien discusses the dynamic pairing of education and self-care as integral catalysts for women's growth and success. She emphasizes the value of education citing figures like Malala Yousafzai and Sheryl Sandberg, painting it as the "golden key" to professional advancement. The conversation then pivots to stress the importance of self-care in maintaining balance and sanity amidst a woman's busy life. The episode culminates with a reminder that combining these two elements, much like Michelle Obama and Arianna Huffington, can lead to a powerful self-transformation. Moreover, building a supportive community is also highlighted as a means to amplify individual achievements. The episode encourages women to invest in their learning, prioritize their well-being, and harness community strength to chart a successful path. * Sheryl Sandberg - Atherton, California, United States | Professional Profile | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheryl-sandberg-5126652/] * Arianna Huffington - Thrive Global | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariannahuffington/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmalala%2F&is_from_rle] * On My Mind | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/on-my-mind-6535280747274612736/] * - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/j3hGGyvpRjM]

Damsel in Success: A Podcast Adventure

This podcast episode features Holly from Damsel in Success sharing her personal journey, detailing life as a young mother with undiagnosed Autism and ADHD and the unexpected support she found after her divorce in the World of Warcraft community. She also discusses her life post-divorce, emphasizing on the importance of building new foundations, both personally and professionally. After purchasing a new home for her family and discovering her entrepreneurial passion, she decided to launch SkillZilla, an initiative aimed at bridging the gap in life skills education. The episode concludes with the introduction of the Damsel in Success podcast, a platform intended to foster growth, resilience, and community. Holly encourages listeners to join the Damsel in Success movement to cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. * SkillZillað¦ | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillzillaus/]

Augusta Strong

In this episode, Holly from Damsel in Success reflects on Augusta's devastating encounter with Hurricane Helene, examining how the storm unexpectedly wreaked havoc on the unprepared town, yet concurrently illuminated the community's resilience and spirit of solidarity. Chronicling personal stories of triumph and local acts of generosity, Holly underscores how adversity led to amazing displays of community unity and selflessness. Additionally, Holly emphasizes the importance of disaster preparedness, highlighting the need for better communication, disaster readiness strategies, and practical resources for post-disaster mental health. The episode concludes by encouraging listeners to contribute to ongoing relief efforts, using the powerful lessons from Helene to face future storms with strength and preparation. * https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiefzillasaur/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiefzillasaur/] * holly@skillzilla.app [https://skillzilla.app] * SkillZillað¦ | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillzillaus/] * Download SkillZilla [https://skillzilla.app/] * Download SkillZilla [https://skillzilla.app?utm_source=signaturesatori&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=general_signature] * TikTok - Make Your Day [https://www.tiktok.com/@skillzillaus] * x.com [https://x.com/SkillZillaUS] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/SkillZillaUS/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fskillzillaus%2F&is_from_rle] * SkillZillað¦ | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillzillaus] * https://storage.googleapis.com/signaturesatori/customer-C02zjdxs2/vcards/3186237/holly_107428912.vcf [https://storage.googleapis.com/signaturesatori/customer-C02zjdxs2/vcards/3186237/holly_107428912.vcf] * ‎SkillZilla on the App Store [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skillzilla/id6523414334] * SkillZilla - Apps on Google Play [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.skillzilla.app&hl=en]