The Playful Wise Woman Show

012. How I Finally Saw Educators As My Ideal Clients

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman Show, Cait shares her journey as the “queen of multi passionateness” and how she’s embracing more clarity around who she supports in her business—specifically, educators and caregivers ready to build bigger, better businesses without burnout. She discusses: * Her evolution from resisting “niching down” to realizing a core thread among her clients: most are educators or caregivers, seeking impact and freedom outside traditional institutions. * The different phases of her career, from hiding her multipassionate nature for 15 years, fully embracing it for five, and now blending multipassionateness with greater clarity around her audience. * Key realizations about the confusion that can come from broad messaging and the power of clear language when describing who she helps and what she offers. * Her personal history with education—from early ambitions to be a teacher to roles in social work, behavior specialization, college coaching, and higher ed—highlighting her lifelong calling to educate. * How she now empowers educators who’ve stepped out of institutions but feel paralyzed or overwhelmed to create their own path, structure, and impact—without recreating the same old burnout cycles. * The importance of defining who your people are (even if it’s not a “niche”) and always starting with your “why.” * An invitation to listeners: share who your people are and what impact you want to make, and grab her free training to help move beyond survival mode into joy. Follow Cait on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/ [https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulwisewoman/] Cait’s website - https://www.caitfinn.com/ [https://www.caitfinn.com/]

011. From Burnout to Balance: How TriState Barbell Owner Doubled Athletes and Regained Family Time

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman Show, Cait Finn welcomes Daniel Dodd, owner of TriState Barbell, to discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, growth, and keeping life in balance as a business owner and coach. They discuss: Dan’s background as an educator, competitive weightlifter, and founder of TriState Barbell How TriState Barbell evolved from a small weightlifting program into a company with 5 coaches and over 50 athletes, working with high schools and explosive sport athletes The difference between Olympic weightlifting and training for “explosive sports” like football, track, and volleyball Dan’s commitment to mentoring coaches and supporting overall athlete and coach development The challenges of balancing business growth with family, a full-time teaching career, and personal passions Candid insights into the overwhelm of running a business and how working with Cait as a coach helped Dan clarify his priorities and reclaim time for what matters most Practical changes Dan made, including building a team, setting boundaries, and hiring a virtual assistant, leading to greater sustainability and business growth The importance of community, strong values, and letting coaching and business decisions align with a bigger “why” Wisdom on navigating partner dynamics, redefining roles, and learning to ask for help as a business owner This episode is perfect for anyone juggling family, entrepreneurship, and a love for sport—or anyone who needs inspiration to redefine success on their own terms! Follow Cait on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn [https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/] Cait’s website - https://www.caitfinn.com/ [https://www.caitfinn.com/]

010. How Taking a Social Media Break Shifted My Energy and Perspective

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman Show, Cait dives into her personal journey of taking a break from social media and the insights she gained as a business owner. She discusses: * The experience of disconnecting from social media apps * Observations and realizations from this social media hiatus * The impact of social media on energy and nervous system * The importance of setting boundaries with digital platforms * The balance between creation and consumption * Expanding community connections through in-person networking Sign up for The Power of Play + Creativity: A Free Guided Experience for Busy Business Owners Here [https://www.caitfinn.com/play-creativity] Follow Cait on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn [https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/] Cait’s website - https://www.caitfinn.com/ [https://www.caitfinn.com/]

009. How Self-Care and Leadership Drive Business Success

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman Show, Cait delves into the importance of prioritizing oneself as a leader to foster business growth. She discusses: * The concept of leadership and its broader definition * Why self-prioritization is essential and not a luxury * The impact of leader's well-being on team dynamics and business results * How to identify personal needs and practice self-care * Setting and communicating boundaries effectively * Practical ways to incorporate self-awareness into daily routines * The significance of leading by example and its ripple effect on others * Encouragement for listeners to assess their self-sacrificing habits and make shifts for personal and professional growth Cait emphasizes the battle that slowing down and prioritizing personal needs can lead to greater productivity and fulfillment in business, since those things feel like they are contradicting each other. She invites listeners to reflect and take actionable steps toward leadership from the inside out. Resources Mentioned in this episode: The Playful Wisewoman Episode 6, Embrace the Seasons of Your Business for Success - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/006-business-success-through-smart-scheduling-theme/id1757620830?i=1000676722625] / Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2phT6y7h7dmWEC3acylECF?si=6a45e7cc3f4e4f8e] Sign up for The Power of Play + Creativity: A Free Guided Experience for Busy Business Owners Here [https://www.caitfinn.com/play-creativity] Follow Cait on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/ [https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/] Cait’s website - https://www.caitfinn.com/ [https://www.caitfinn.com/]

008. Prioritize Play and Creativity for Sustainable Business Growth

On this episode of The Playful Wise Woman, Cait dives into the power of play, creativity, and leadership for business owners and leaders. She discusses: * Introduction to a free 7-day training experience focusing on creativity and play * The pressures and overwhelming feelings that business owners face * The concept of "both/and" instead of extreme thinking in leadership * Importance of integrating rest and active recovery for avoiding burnout * The scientifically-backed concept of periodization from weightlifting, and how it applies to business * The significance of understanding personal needs for better leadership * Steps to self-regulate and manage emotions for improved leadership capabilities * The role of play and creativity as active recovery and how it fosters innovation * Implementation strategies through daily exercises and prompts Tune in to embrace the playful side of your business and discover how joy can lead to sustainable success! Resources Mentioned in this episode: The Playful Wisewoman Episode 7, Embrace the Seasons of Your Business for Success - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/007-embrace-the-seasons-of-your-business-for-success/id1757620830?i=1000681049953] / Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ws7YzibffXwRgVoQzuJss?si=09ErPQOEQvi5HFKrAmlgMg] Sign up for The Power of Play + Creativity: A Free Guided Experience for Busy Business Owners Here [https://www.caitfinn.com/play-creativity] Follow Cait on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/ [https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulwisewoman/]https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/ [https://www.instagram.com/thecaitfinn/] Cait’s website - https://www.caitfinn.com/ [https://www.caitfinn.com/]