The emPOWERed Half Hour

Redefining Success: Using AI, Empowerment, and Vision to Build a Life You Love with CEO & Founder of Behind the Design, Jacqueline Green

Send us a textWhat if the very tools you’ve been avoiding could actually free you from burnout, from busywork, and from playing small in your business?In this energizing and eye-opening episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca Powers sits down with entrepreneur, AI strategist, and podcast host Jacqueline Green, founder of Behind the Design and Your Fractional Marketing Team. Together, they explore how embracing AI tools can empower women to scale their passions into real businesses without sacrificing their peace or purpose.From navigating burnout to letting go of control, Jackie shares how shifting your mindset, embracing tech, and prioritizing you can move you from overwhelmed to unstoppable. Whether you’re a solopreneur juggling it all or someone dreaming of turning your side hustle into a sustainable business, this conversation will inspire you to step into your CEO energy—with strategy, clarity, and grace.Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss:Jacqueline shares how burnout led her from corporate marketing to interior design and how that pivot opened the door to entrepreneurship. Becca and Jacqueline explore the emotional and energetic cost of overworking, self-neglect, and staying in situations that no longer support growth.Jacqueline opens up about the impact of hearing "You are a survivor" from her late father and how that message continues to fuel her belief in herself.About JacquelineJacqueline Green is an entrepreneur, AI consultant, national speaker, and podcast host dedicated to helping business owners scale through smart marketing and AI-driven strategies. As the founder of Behind the Design and Your Fractional Marketing Team, she brings expertise in marketing, AI strategy, real estate investing, and interior design. Through her new podcast, The Hobby to Profitability Podcast, Jacqueline shares actionable insights to help entrepreneurs turn their passions into profitable businesses.Connect with Jacqueline GreenWebsiteLinkedInInstagramJoin Jacqueline Green for the Marketing Momentum Workshop—a private, 4-hour session designed to help small business owners map out a clear, focused plan for growth.Follow Becca Powers: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 🌟 Did you love this episode of The emPOWERed Half Hour Podcast? Sharing your thoughts can make a big impact!💬 Leaving a review is simple: Visit this link. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Tap "Write a Review" to share your thoughts and let others know what you loved about the show. Your feedback helps us grow and continue delivering the content you love. Thank you for being part of our empowered community! 💖

Money as a Mirror: How Self-Worth Shapes Your Wealth with Abundance Coach, Scarlett Stanhope

Send us a textWhat if the thing holding you back from the life you want... is your own relationship with money?In this empowering episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca sits down with Abundance Coach and entrepreneur Scarlett Stanhope—known as The Biz Hippie—for a conversation that goes way beyond budgets and spreadsheets. Together, they unpack how your self-worth, beliefs, and internal narratives are deeply tied to your financial reality—and how shifting them can lead to breakthroughs in not only your income, but your joy, purpose, and peace.From her “bathroom floor moment” to helping others rewrite their money stories, Scarlett shares how tuning into your internal world is the secret to transforming your external life. If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, disconnected from your desires, or unsure how to step into a more empowered way of living—this episode is for you.Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss:Becca and Scarlett share their parallel stories of high-achieving burnout and the turning points that led them toward inner alignment.Scarlett explains how her toxic money story kept her stuck in survival mode—and how she climbed out of the “pit” and learned to fly.They break down the connection between money and emotional safety—and how to cultivate security from the inside out.About ScarlettScarlett Stanhope, aka The Biz Hippie, teaches coaches to conquer their finances and own their worth so they can be fully supported by the work they love! Scarlett harnessed the power of money to break free from her workaholic career path and pursue her dreams. She uses a combination of tangible money management strategies as well as a variety of coaching techniques to help her clients transform their mindset and relationship to money, allowing them to strategically achieve their goals and live their best lives.Connect with Scarlett StanhopeWebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookBook your free Abundance Activation Session with Scarlett  Stanhope and start creating the life you truly desire.Follow Becca Powers: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 🌟 Did you love this episode of The emPOWERed Half Hour Podcast? Sharing your thoughts can make a big impact!💬 Leaving a review is simple: Visit this link. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Tap "Write a Review" to share your thoughts and let others know what you loved about the show. Your feedback helps us grow and continue delivering the content you love. Thank you for being part of our empowered community! 💖

Letting Go of the Checklist: A New Perspective on Fertility and Empowerment with Author and President of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, Heather Grzych

Send us a textWhat if the key to your next breakthrough isn’t trying harder—but tuning in deeper?In this heartfelt episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and wellness expert, Heather Grzych for a soulful conversation about fertility, desire, and the power of presence. Heather opens up about her own unconventional journey to motherhood, sharing how tuning into her body, her environment, and her truth led to powerful self-awareness and peace—even in uncertainty.Whether you’re navigating fertility challenges, big life transitions, or the pressure of having it “figured out,” this episode is filled with compassionate insights and empowering perspective shifts that will help you come back to your center.Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss:Heather reflects on her own decision-making journey around motherhood, and how she navigated the pressure to “make it happen.Becca shares how fertility has become a common and rising conversation in her circles—and why it’s time we talk about it more openly.They explore the concept of “awareness as a flashlight,” and how tuning inward and outward helps us respond to life with wisdom.About HeatherHeather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in the natural healing practices of Ayurvedic medicine, who currently serves as the president of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and faculty at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda. Heather is a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner at the Ayurvedic Doctor level, and was formerly the head of product development for a multi-billion-dollar health insurance company. Her first book, The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, has sold thousands of copies worldwide, and her writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Yoga Journal, and the Sunday Independent. Her podcast, Wisdom of the Body, ranks in the top 3% of podcasts globally. Connect with Heather GrzychWebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookOrder Heather’s book: The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility: A Natural Approach to Getting Pregnant on Amazon.Follow Becca Powers: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 🌟 Did you love this episode of The emPOWERed Half Hour Podcast? Sharing your thoughts can make a big impact!💬 Leaving a review is simple: Visit this link. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Tap "Write a Review" to share your thoughts and let others know what you loved about the show. Your feedback helps us grow and continue delivering the content you love. Thank you for being part of our empowered community! 💖

Why Ordinary Isn’t Enough with Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Author Jake Lawson

Send us a textWhat if the extraordinary life isn’t something you find—it’s something you create?In this powerful episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes entrepreneur, speaker, and author Jake Lawson to unpack what it really means to "Make It Extraordinary." From his own story of leaving a secure job with nothing but a Home Depot card and a prayer to building a thriving business and personal brand, Jake shares how embracing discomfort and practicing daily self-gratitude changed his life.Whether you’re chasing a big dream or just tired of feeling stuck in “ordinary,” this conversation will reignite your belief in what’s possible—starting with what’s already within youKey Moments You Won't Want to Miss:Jake shares the story behind his book Make It Extraordinary, written during a week of self-reflection around his 40th birthday. The idea came from realizing he had enough life lessons—not perfection—to teach from.Becca opens up about her own emotional breakdown and how it was the catalyst for real change. Together, they reflect on how “having it all” on the outside doesn’t mean you’re thriving on the inside.Jake talks about his life-altering decision to leave a lucrative offshore job to start his business—with just a Home Depot card and a prayer. He shares how purpose and passion outweighed comfort and security.They discuss the power of practicing gratitude—including self-gratitude—and how it anchors both mindset and emotional resilience, especially for high achievers constantly chasing the next goal.About JakeBorn and raised in Marrero, Louisiana, Jake Lawson learned the value of hard work early on—watching his father’s dedication and gaining life-shaping lessons from his grandfather about the power of consistent effort. Through his business, writing, and public speaking, he empowers others to rise above the ordinary and live with purpose.Connect with Jake LawsonWebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookOrder Jake’s book: Make It Extraordinary!: 27 Life-Changing Lessons That Will Elevate You Beyond the Ordinary! on Amazon.Follow Becca Powers: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 🌟 Did you love this episode of The emPOWERed Half Hour Podcast? Sharing your thoughts can make a big impact!💬 Leaving a review is simple: Visit this link. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Tap "Write a Review" to share your thoughts and let others know what you loved about the show. Your feedback helps us grow and continue delivering the content you love. Thank you for being part of our empowered community! 💖

The Power of Self-Belief: Overcoming Adversity and Transforming Through Challenge with Author, Speaker, and Founder, Caren Paskel

Send us a textWhat if your greatest loss could unlock your deepest power?This week on The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca sits down with author, speaker, and founder Caren Paskel to explore how self-belief transforms our lives—even through unimaginable grief. Caren’s story begins with love and loss but unfolds into a message of radiance, strength, and the kind of resilience that can only come from within.Through the heartbreak of losing her husband, Caren awakened her inner power, redefined her purpose, and began inspiring others to believe in themselves. This conversation is a soul-deep reminder that healing, joy, and personal transformation are not only possible—they’re our birthright.Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss:Caren opens up about the love story with her husband, David, whose unwavering self-belief inspired her to step into her own. After his passing, she turned deep sorrow into soul-fueled transformation.Becca relates to Caren’s story through the loss of her own brother and how that grief shaped her book Return to Radiance. The two explore the power of saying “yes” to growth even when it feels impossible.They discuss how choosing higher vibration thoughts—like gratitude—can reconnect you with joy, purpose, and even loved ones who’ve passed. Caren breaks down how she turned her pain into a book, a movement, and a message for millions.About CarenCaren Paskel is a best-selling author, speaker, and the founder of the Self-Evolution Education (S.E.E.) Foundation. With decades of experience in spiritual education and yoga principles, Caren guides individuals on a journey of transformation, helping them reach their fullest potential. Connect with Caren PaskelWebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTubeCheck out Caren Paskel’s book: "The Power of Self-Belief" on AmazonFollow Becca Powers: Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook 🌟 Did you love this episode of The emPOWERed Half Hour Podcast? Sharing your thoughts can make a big impact!💬 Leaving a review is simple: Visit this link. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section. Tap "Write a Review" to share your thoughts and let others know what you loved about the show. Your feedback helps us grow and continue delivering the content you love. Thank you for being part of our empowered community! 💖