Why do we hold ourselves back from being seen? Especially when we know we’re meant for more..?

In this episode, Penny sits down with author and book mentor Shauna VanderHoek to talk about the real reason so many women stay stuck: fear of visibility.

Shauna shares her journey from corporate consulting to helping entrepreneurs publish books; and how her own fear of being seen showed up at the exact moment she was stepping into something bigger.

This conversation is about more than books. It’s about becoming the woman who’s willing to be seen.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

• Why visibility feels so uncomfortable (and what to do about it)
• How writing a book can elevate your authority and impact
• The surprising ways fear can show up in your life and body
• Why your business growth is directly tied to your personal growth
• How to move through the blocks that are keeping you stuck

Key Topics:

• Visibility and mindset for women entrepreneurs
• Writing and publishing a business book
• Overcoming fear of judgment
• Personal growth and business success
• Building authority as a female entrepreneur

Connect with Shauna:
Website: askshauna.com
LinkedIn: Shauna VanderHoek
Excerpt from The Book You’re Meant to Finish: A Reflective Journal for Nonfiction Writers to Overcome Blocks, Gain Clarity, and Get Unstuck: http://askShauna.com/gift
Free summit for business owners and message-driven writers: https://yourbookyourmessage.com/

When’s the last time you did something just for YOU? 🍷✨
Wine Camp 2026 is your chance to escape, sip fabulous local wines, cruise at sunset, laugh around the fire pit, and soak up the magic of New York’s Finger Lakes.

📍 Dates: July 30–August 2, 2026
🏡 Spots are limited, so grab yours now: https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp

Bring your besties or come solo—you’ll leave with new favorites either way. Wine Camp 2026 is calling. Are you in?

Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/discovery-call

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What if the life you’re living right now… isn’t the final version?

In this episode, Penny sits down with Diane Farber — her neighbor, friend, and a woman who proves that reinvention doesn’t have an expiration date.

Diane shares her journey from social worker to financial advisor, building a career from scratch in her 40s, and then starting over again in a brand new community in her 80s. Her story is layered with courage, curiosity, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from doing the thing, even when it’s uncomfortable.

This conversation is also a gentle (and sometimes not-so-gentle) nudge for women to take ownership of their financial future. Because being “taken care of” isn’t the same as being informed.

In this episode:

• What it really takes to reinvent yourself at any stage of life
• The courage behind changing careers later in life
• Why fear doesn’t mean stop; it means GO
• The importance of financial literacy for women
• What happens when you don’t understand your money
• How to stay curious, connected, and engaged as you age

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to make a change… this might be it.

When’s the last time you did something just for YOU? 🍷✨
Wine Camp 2026 is your chance to escape, sip fabulous local wines, cruise at sunset, laugh around the fire pit, and soak up the magic of New York’s Finger Lakes.

📍 Dates: July 30–August 2, 2026
🏡 Spots are limited, so grab yours now: https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp

Bring your besties or come solo—you’ll leave with new favorites either way. Wine Camp 2026 is calling. Are you in?

Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/discovery-call

Wine Camp 2026: Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp

Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
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What if your hormones weren’t the problem, but instead were the key to everything?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a naturopathic doctor who’s spent nearly 20 years studying hormones, fertility, and the deeper wisdom of the female body.

We talk about why so many women feel burned out trying to keep up with systems designed for men—and how understanding your natural cycle can change the way you live, work, and make decisions.

This conversation is both validating and eye-opening. If you’ve ever felt “off,” exhausted, or out of sync with your life… your body might not be failing you. It might be trying to guide you.

In this episode:

• Why hormones have been misunderstood (and mislabeled) for years
• The real reason women experience burnout
• What it means to live a “fertile lifestyle”
• How toxins, mindset, and stress impact your body
• Why intuition is deeply connected to your physiology
• The difference between men’s 24-hour cycle and women’s 28-day rhythm

Key Topics:

• Hormonal health for women
• Burnout and energy cycles
• Intuition and body awareness
• Fertility and lifestyle
• Women’s leadership and energy

To connect with Dr. Aumatma:

Website: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/hormonal

Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor

When’s the last time you did something just for YOU? 🍷✨
Wine Camp 2026 is your chance to escape, sip fabulous local wines, cruise at sunset, laugh around the fire pit, and soak up the magic of New York’s Finger Lakes.

📍 Dates: July 30–August 2, 2026
🏡 Spots are limited, so grab yours now: https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp

Bring your besties or come solo—you’ll leave with new favorites either way. Wine Camp 2026 is calling. Are you in?

Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/discovery-call

Wine Camp 2026: Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp

Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider

Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip

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