The Table Podcast

Behind the Ticket Price: The Real Costs of Hosting In Person Events | Ep. 41

If you’ve ever looked at an event ticket and thought, “why is it priced like that?” , this episode is your behind-the-scenes answer.This isn’t a rant. It’s a transparent look at what it actually takes to build intentional, high-quality rooms.In this short, no-fluff solo, Haley breaks down the real financial cost of hosting events:The big-ticket items → venue minimums, insurance, core logisticsThe “nickel-and-dime” expenses → printing, signage, and all the small details that add up fastThe often overlooked → ad spend, marketing, and the cost of actually filling the roomShe also dives into:Why aligned sponsorships matter (and why they’re more than just extra revenue)The unexpected value of connecting with other event hosts who truly get itIf you’re an attendee, this will shift how you view ticket prices.If you’re an event host (or want to be), this will validate everything you’ve been feeling.Because the truth is—you’re not just paying for a seat.You’re stepping into something built with strategy, risk, and a whole lot of invisible work.CONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haley.westfall.comTikTok: @thehaleywestfallLinkedIn: Haley Westfall

Building a Rich Life: A Framework for a Life That Actually Feels Rich | Ep. 40

What does it actually mean to build a rich life?A life where richness is not just defined by money?In this episode, Haley is breaking down her 5 F’s of building her own rich life: Faith, Family, Freedom, Finances, and Fortitude.Because the truth is… a lot of people are financially successful but still feel completely bankrupt in the areas that matter most.In this episode, she digs into about:why money alone won’t make you feel richhow to stop building a life that only looks good on paperand what it actually takes to create a life that feels aligned, full, and sustainableIf you’ve been chasing success but still feel like something is missing, this episode will shift your perspective and your focus.A rich life isn’t a life without problems. It’s a life where you have the capacity to handle them.CONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haley.westfall.comLinkedIn: Haley Westfall

Rooms Build Reach: How to Fill Events Without a Massive Following | Ep. 39

You don’t need a massive audience to fill a room — you need trust.In this solo episode, I’m breaking down how to host events, workshops, and intimate gatherings without a large following. If you’ve been waiting for more followers before putting yourself out there, this is your permission slip to start now.We’re diving into:How to fill an event without a big audienceWhy your first 10 people matter more than your first 1,000 followersHow to sell the outcome of your event (not just the details)Why personal invitations outperform social media every timeHow to create an experience people talk about (and come back for)Because people don’t buy tickets — they buy connection, proximity, and opportunity.And when you build the right rooms, your audience grows because of it.Proximity changes everything.🎟️ The waitlist is open for The Table Experience 2027 | February 19 + 20, 2027 in Arizona: JOIN THE WAITLISTCONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haley.westfall.comLinkedIn: Haley Westfall

The Invisible Load: The Intersection of Motherhood + Entrepreneurship | Ep. 38

If you’re building big dreams while raising kids, your brain probably feels like the intersection of five freeways.In this solo episode, Haley talks about the invisible load of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Building businesses and raising humans at the same time is a wild ride and there’s a part of it that doesn’t get talked about enough: the invisible load.From commuting an hour each way to her corporate job when her first daughter was born, to the flexibility (and chaos) of building companies while kids are home during school breaks, Haley shares the duality of a life that offers both freedom and pressure.This conversation dives into the constant mental tabs running in a mother’s brain, the biological differences in how men and women often process responsibility, and why acknowledging the weight of it all doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful. It simply means you’re telling the truth.Because the reality is: the juggle is real… and so is the privilege of building something meaningful while raising a family.In this episode:    •    The invisible mental load many mothers carry while building businesses    •    Haley’s transition from corporate healthcare leadership to entrepreneurship    •    The reality behind the promise of flexibility and freedom in business ownership    •    Why women’s brains often operate like the intersection of five freeways    •    The duality of ambition, motherhood, and presence    •    Why acknowledging the weight of it all can actually be empowering🎟️ The waitlist is open for The Table Experience 2027February 19 + 20, 2027: JOIN THE WAITLISTCONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haleywestfall.comLinkedIn: Haley Westfall

How Hosting Live Events is Like Childbirth | Ep. 37

In this solo episode, Haley welcomes The Table Podcast officially back to the airwaves after almost a year hiatus. She shares about the doozy of a year she has had including some hard, yet humbling lessons from hosting her first 2-day live event in February 2025.Haley pulls back the curtain on some of the not-so-shiny aspects of throwing live experiences that most event hosts aren't talking about and the reason why we keep coming back for more.In this episode Haley shares:The year that almost had her throwing in the towelComparing year 1 vs. year 2 of hosting The Table Experience LiveA humble shift in perspective into less is more mentalityThe power of soliciting feedback without forfeiting your authorityLessons learned to use as data for future decision-making🎟️ The waitlist is open for The Table Experience 2027 | February 19 + 20, 2027: JOIN THE WAITLISTCONNECT WITH HALEYInstagram: @thehaleywestfallWebsite: www.haley.westfall.comLinkedIn: Haley Westfall