Becoming: HER with Nikki Spoelstra

Welcome BACK to Becoming: HER. This week, I’m so excited to be joined by Lacey Newman. Lacey is currently navigating a powerful transition from the real estate industry to coaching female entrepreneurs on a much broader scale, while also stepping into the world of content creation. Tune in as we talk about what it really looks like to pivot, build something new, and balance it all along the way. In this episode… Survival into strategy Addiction of being needed Zone of genius Burnout Zone of excellence vs. zone of genius When is it time to LET GO?! Quotes “You have to understand that overfunctioning and being the most capable person in the room is an addiction and a dopamine hit. A lot of us are addicted to being needed.” - Lacey Newman “Other people see our strengths with a lot more clarity than we do sometimes because we are just too close to it.” - Lacey Newman “I always say I reserve the right to change my mind.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 2:45 | Intro 2:45 - 8:20 | Survival into strategy 8:20 - 11:30 | Finding that zone of genius 11:30 - 20:20 | Figuring out when it's time to LET GO 20:20 - 23:50 | Reclaiming your life 23:50 - 27:25 | Content creation 27:25 - 32:00 | Reflection points 32:00 - 40:35 | Permission to mute, unfollow, & block 40:35 - 45:35 | The people that get it, get it 45:35 - 52:30 | How business affects money beliefs – SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code NIKKISPOGLOW. Connect with Lacey Newman @alignedwithlacey Connect with Nikkiwww.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @wearebecoming_her Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome BACK my friends! This week's guest is Diana Marti, a Miami based media executive and founder of Pink Grove Agency Pink Grove Agency, a boutique PR firm marketing in talent management based in Coconut Grove. With over a decade in media and brand strategy, Diana helps creators, executives, and cultural leaders build visibility that lasts. At her core, Diana is a storyteller. Building platforms, elevating Latino voices, and creating a legacy rooted in resilience and intention. Tune in to find out more! In this episode… No such thing as overnight success GO FOR IT Courage to talk about the things… Pain into purpose Storytelling Being unapologetic Playing the “what if” game Being a DREAMER Quotes “With every dream, I saw my parents believe in me more and more, but I think it wasn’t just them believing in me, it was them believing that these things were in the realm of possibility.” - Diana Marti “Sometimes the biggest ‘I’m sorry’ is for yourself.” - Diana Marti “The shortcut is going through the muck.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:00 | Intro 3:00 - 11:15 | Diana’s journey & What it means to actually go for it 11:15 - 15:50 | Being unapologetic 15:50 - 23:20 | Breaking the barriers 23:20 - 31:00 | Making amends 31:00 - 34:10 | No such thing as a shortcut 34:10 - 39:05 | Practice, practice, practice 39:05 - 43:05 | Manifesting into the present 43:05 - 46:20 | Being on the lookout for the signs 46:20 - 52:55 | Legacy over likes 52:55 - 55:10 | Outro Connect with Diana Marti @pinkgroveagency @iamdianamarti Connect with Nikkiwww.nikkispo.com @nikkisappspo / @wearebecoming_her Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jamie’s back for soul talk! Join us as we catch up on what’s going on in our worlds. To our listeners: if you’re in a rut, a transition, or just a moment of uncertainty, I hope Jamie’s words give you permission to slow down, shift your perspective, and trust the process. Share this episode with a friend who’s navigating change and could use some encouragement, because we all need reminders that we’re not walking through these seasons alone.In this episode…In a RUTIdentify shiftsAuthentic alignmentPlot twistsPouring into peopleLeveling upMarrying the magicIt's not too lateGoal friend Quotes “Can you receive for the sake of receiving just because someone wants to pour into you, not because you’re doing anything for them?” - Jamie Ruiz “I want a teacher who is still a student.” - Nikki Spo“I wholeheartedly believe that the answer to suffering is service.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps:0:00 - 2:35 | Intro2:35 - 9:50 | Food poisoning9:50 - 18:10 | Receiving18:10 - 21:05 | The lessons keep coming21:05 - 28:15 | Upwards spiral28:15 - 33:30 | It's not too late33:30 - 36:45 | Individual words36:45 - 43:10 | Manifesting43:10 - 47:10 | Being of service47:10 - 50:39 | Outro–SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code NIKKISPOGLOW. If you loved today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and join us next time for more honest, heartfelt conversations. And as you move through your own transitions, remember—you can hold both the depth and the lightness, both the challenge and the joy. That’s where growth lives.Connect with Jamie [email protected] Connect with Nikkiwww.nikkispo.com@nikkisappspo / @wearebecoming_her Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Becoming: HER, Nikki sits down with Katie Austin as she steps into a powerful new era of her brand and business. They talk about the real story behind Katie’s success — the consistency, the community, the comparison, and the confidence it took to build a fitness empire in today’s digital world. This is an inspiring, honest, and energizing conversation for any woman ready to step into her own season of growth, tune in to find out more!In this episode…How Katie rebuilt her top-rated app into KA DailyThe inspiration behind Katie’s first-ever subscriber retreatWhy Katie’s Midwest Move Tour is bringing her community closer than everThe lessons Katie learned growing up in the fitness world with her mom, Denise AustinHow Katie bridges wellness for women in every generationWhy confidence comes from movement — not perfectionQuotes“I love being in control and I love for my brand to come across in a specific way because my product is me.” - Katie Austin“It is SO important to be passionate about your business because that will shine through.” - Katie Austin“A lot of people think that becoming HER is the destination, but the becoming is in the now.” - Nikki SpoTimestamps:0:00 - 2:35 | Intro2:35 - 4:40 | The heart of a new era4:40 - 8:30 | Expanding & rebranding8:30 - 13:10 | Putting a team together13:10 - 18:25 | Core values to bridge generations18:25 - 22:35 | Wellness22:35 - 23:45 | Doom scrolling23:45 - 27:45 | Falling victim to the comparison game27:45 - 31:30 | Katie’s app & in person events31:30 - 33:40 | Where to connect with Katie33:40 - 35:54 | What it means to Katie to become HERConnect with Katie Austinkadaily.app@katieaustinConnect with Nikkiwww.nikkispo.com@nikkisappspo / @wearebecoming_her Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jennifer Powell—CEO of JP Inc. and the “influencer’s influencer”—joins Nikki to break down how creators can shift from brand deals to real ownership.She shares the truth about licensing, how to read your data, and what it actually takes to turn influence into a lasting business. If you’re a creator or entrepreneur looking for more stability, more scalability, and more you in your business, this episode is full of clarity and next steps.Whether you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or someone with a vision for something bigger, this episode will change the way you think about your potential.In this episode…How Jennifer spotted the creator economy before it existedWhy licensing is the next frontier for creatorsTurning audience trust into long-term wealthHow to read your analytics and choose the right productThe trap of relying only on brand deals — and how to break out of itWhat creators need to know to scale into sustainable, real businessesThe mindset shift required to go from influencer to CEOQuotes: “As corny as it sounds, the authentic way you show up is what your brand is.” - Jennifer Powell “Life is all about trying things and not getting attached to the outcome.” - Jennifer Powell “I see a lot of people sticking around doing something they don’t like because they think others want them to be doing it.” - Nikki Spo“People aren’t just investing in the concept, they’re investing in who you are.” - Nikki Spo Timestamps:0:00 - 2:50 | Intro2:50 - 5:25 | The future of content creating5:25 - 9:15 | Sincerely Jules9:15 - 12:20 | Licensing12:20 - 16:40 | Creator comparison16:40 - 22:15 | Consistency22:15 - 25:40 | Pivoting25:40 - 29:50 | Giving guidance29:50 - 31:45 | Spotting talent31:45 - 34:00 | Younger generations trying to cut corners34:00 - 39:30 | Fundamental tips to get the ball rolling39:30 - 43:50 | Getting your feet wet43:50 - 49:40 | Misconceptions49:40 - 54:10 | Going beyond the algorithm54:10 - 56:08 | Outro –SANA SKIN STUDIO is my #1 go-to spot for self-care. My favorite facial is the Super Glow, and you can get $25 off of your first facial when you book at www.sanaskinstudio.com with my code NIKKISPOGLOW. Connect with Jennifer [email protected] Connect with Nikkiwww.nikkispo.com@nikkisappspo / @wearebecoming_her Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.