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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose

Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose

Michelle Valenzuela Wolf

Welcome to Opportunity Knocks with Michelle Wolf of EmpowHer Purpose! Every Thursday, I feature a new guest female entrepreneur. These episodes are here to give you insight into how to take, make, create and evaluate opportunities. So listen in, knock knock, and open the door!

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E87: Discover Your Soul's Purpose with Laura Coe

E87: Discover Your Soul's Purpose with Laura Coe

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08/09/23 • 61 min

Have you ever wondered about the true purpose of your soul? It's a question that often leaves many of us searching for answers for years without clarity. As someone deeply passionate about serving others on their journey and specifically to uncover their purpose, I've found a profound connection to this quest and it’s time to share it publicly with all of you. The Akashic Records - the energetic space that stores your soul’s history - past, present and future. 🌟
I recorded this episode of the Opportunity Knocks Podcast 🎙, with the inspiring Laura Coe @laurascoe, the Founder of The Little Soul School, Akashic Record Reader, Author, and Podcast Host. This episode was recorded some time ago at the beginning of my journey; I am honored to say Laura is my teacher and I have been certified through the popular The Little Soul School. Laura's journey into the mystical world is powerful, non-linear and not to be missed! 💪
I am so grateful to Laura and all of my classmates at The Little Soul School that I trained and dove deep into learning about the Akashic Records - a gift for our soul. Laura’s journey from the corporate world to becoming an Akashic record reader, author and podcast host is riveting to uncover.
We talked about many magical ✨topics including:
💕 Nurturing the Soul Connection
🙏The profound journey that led Laura to the Akashic Records
✨ Unveiling those remarkable moments that unite us
🔥🔥 The captivating concept of Twin Flames vs Soulmate’s
🧘‍♀️ Tapping into the wisdom of your highest self
🙌 The magic of embracing the present moment
🎁 Receiving the transformative gift of Now
This episode of the Opportunity Knocks Podcast 🎙 provides insight into the Akashic records and the life-altering impact having a reading can bring. I strongly encourage you to tune in and discover how unlocking your soul's purpose through an Akashic reading can be an awe-inspiring journey of self-discovery.
Yesterday my new blog dropped, What’s So Woo Woo? Discovering the Akashic Records, go to link in my bio, I share all about my journey to finding the records and reading with this transformative sacred tool.

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E92: F*ck That, No BS Whatsoever! with Victoria Jenn Rodriguez
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10/26/23 • 43 min

Opportunity Knocks is so close to celebrating its 💯 Episodes and it gets better!🥳✨ This week we release Episode 92 with the inspiring Victoria Jenn Rodriguez, fellow Latina and one of the Top Business and Mindset Coaches who helps women #securethebigbag & get unstuck in life💰Her podcast @bankingoncultura where she celebrates the complexity , vibrance of Latino culture and everything in between. Hispanic heritage month just completed last week and there couldn’t have been a better time for us to celebrate our culture with this amazing friend and woman. We were blessed 🙏 to meet through @latinohive, an amazing organization Founded by @funkrar where Latinos from all walks of life to come in community to disrupt the norm.
This episode is both REAL life and raw as @iamvictoriajenn and I discuss being a woman in business, Entrepreneurship, life, taking risks, our culture and so much more... Plus...
🔸Reinventing ourselves and taking No-Bs from anyone
🔸Engraining her latina values into her business
🔸Starting her business with 0 experience after living the corporate dream and staying in green
🔸Making the ask of whatever she wants and really tapping into her true potential
🔸Understanding that there’s room for all and the power of being your authentic self.
👉 If you are just starting out and have all these ideas that are waiting to come to life then this episode is perfect for you because of the gems 💎 Victoria provides us of really tapping into our own-self and knowing when to reinvent ourselves and take the pivot in life.
PS don’t forget to drop a heart if you love this episode ❤️ Stay tuned for more upcoming episodes as we are sooo close to 100🥂

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E94: Don't Judge a Book by it's Cover! with Jen Principe

E94: Don't Judge a Book by it's Cover! with Jen Principe

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11/21/23 • 55 min

Ooh la la! This week on Episode 94 of Opportunity Knocks Podcast I was in awe 😘 of the fabulous Jen Principe who is a soul stylist with a sole purpose; to help transform lives from the outside in. Jen is a personal and celebrity stylist whose empowering work in fashion has been featured on Hallmark’s Home & Family, the Associated Press, and Inside Edition.
Her debut book, A Common Thread, is a fashion for the soul book 📕 filled with inspirational stories about the two constants in her life; faith and fashion. In it, she uses the latest scannable QR technology that leads the reader 👓 to companion tutorials on how to build the ideal wardrobe from the ground up, ultimately providing an affordable styling platform that anyone can afford 💵!
As the Founder of The Phoenix Effect Non-Profit Jen provides personalized photoshoot experiences for those suffering from life-debilitating diseases and trauma. Jen and her team help survivors reignite parts of their identity lost during the process of healing ❤️‍🩹 through the power of wardrobe 👚, hair 💇‍♀️, and make-up💋
This episode is all about listening 👂 to your inner voice & using that as a GPS to move forward. We talk so much about following your gut, aligning with your values, beliefs and really tapping into God 🙏 and his signals to pave the way towards life✨
During our AMAZING conversation Jen shares some valuable insight:
👗Don’t judge a book 📗 by its cover
👗Doing the work and integrating in your life
👗Healing your trauma & being the light for people through your experience
👗Understanding your life’s purpose
👗Expressing yourself through your passion & giving back
👉 If you are someone who is having difficulties understanding your purpose & moving past your unhealed version then this episode is for you!👌💕
PS don’t forget to drop a heart if you love this episode ❤️ Now go to your favorite platform Apple, Spotify, IHeart - we’re on them all to listen! Stay tuned for more upcoming episodes as we are sooo close to 100🎙️🥂

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E51: Leading the Female-Focused CBD Movement with Ashley Lewis
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12/09/21 • 48 min

Ladies and Gentleman - Guess What? This amazing episode is the last Opportunity Knocks of 2021 (sad but true - time to take a break sisters), and it's fit for a rockstar 🌟...which is certainly what our guest is (although she didn't bring her guitar, she did bring her strong voice 🙂). In this episode, I sat down with Ashley Lewis, the Co-Founder and CEO of Fleur Marché (dubbed the Sephora of CBD 😍). Honestly, I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed learning about her, but Ashely's resume speaks for itself -
🤩 She launched the wellness business vertical at Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop @goop (this is when she first became obsessed with CBD)
🤩 She launched @classpass's Los Angeles business working on partnerships Nike, Reebok, Sweetgreen, Outdoor Voices, and more
🤩 She was a brand manager on the Barbie Global Brand Team @mattel (let's face it most Ex-Mattel people are rocks stars we may have been there together🌟)
🤩 Oh and she has an MBA from Stanford and a BA from Penn
Clearly, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Ashley and I crossed over so many categories of her journey (including the real-life of motherhood and working from home as an entrepreneur) I truly did not want this interview to end. Listen in to find out more about -
✨ Her path from corporate executive to startup builder
✨ Why she wanted to reframe the narrative around cannabis and CBD
✨ How she and her partner built a cannabis-focused company that overcame stigmas and focused on women in ways most other companies weren't
✨ The benefits of CBD and why she's such a proponent
✨ Why simplicity sells and how to talk to a target audience
✨ How to succeed in a partnership with your close friend
✨ And so much more!
Simply put, Ashley is the epitome of the female entrepreneur we champion on Opportunity Knocks and EmpowHer Purpose. 🌟 Her story is incredible. 🌟 You're going to learn a lot from this chat and feel so inspired.😍😍😍🙌🙌🙌
This will be our last NEW podcast for the year but wow, was it the perfect ending to an incredible year. Every interview I leave feeling more educated and elevated than the last! So many amazing women in store for 2022 you will not want to miss out! Thank you Ashley for all that you're doing in the cannabis space and for women around the world. 🌎
Fleur Marché is truly a brand that has become known for its high standards, rigorous vetting process, and impeccable curation when it comes to CBD and plant-powered wellness. So if you want to try the wellness patches or any of their other amazing products (you know I am a sucker for good marketing and Fleur Marche is bomb!) they launched this year 🙋‍♀️ use code: OK15 for 15% off now through December 15, 2021 at fleurmarche.com. The reviews are in and these things are amazing! 🤗

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E44: Christy Desai, Co-Founder and CEO of Okay Humans and LMFT
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10/21/21 • 44 min

“If we’re not visible then what are we doing? We were so passionate about changing the paradigm.“💓

Christy Desai is the Co-Founder and CEO of Okay Humans - a new state-of-the-art storefront talk therapy destination backed by the Founders of Dry Bar. Christy is also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and acutely understands the stress of start-up businesses and entrepreneurship given her prior ownership of Kidville, an indoor kids play space.💗👏🏼👏🏼

After unsuccessfully trying to outrun the stress of life, Christy Desai finally looked for a therapist in hopes of catching her breath. What started as “3-5 sessions” turned into years of deep inner work. Her own experience turned into a personal mission to help other people feel better, stronger, and more alive 🙌🏼🙌🏼

Christy returned to school to pursue a Masters in clinical psychology as well as become a licensed marriage and family therapist. Being on both sides of therapy, as a client and a therapist, Christy saw how antiquated the process was for people to start therapy 💪🤞

Christy became determined to find a way to eliminate the barriers of entry to seeking therapy which led to the creation of Okay Humans. Okay Humans is a completely fresh approach to face-to-face talk therapy dedicated to modernizing and destigmatizing the entire experience around therapy. AMAZING, and so needed!

It was such an honor to have Christy on Opportunity Knocks!! Tune in now to hear more about her incredible journey - you don’t want to miss this one 🌈💓🙌🏼 Don't forget to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify!! 💓💓🎤🎧

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E25: Gina Lamanna, Stylist and Founder of Spool Boutique

E25: Gina Lamanna, Stylist and Founder of Spool Boutique

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06/10/21 • 31 min

Happy Thursday!! It's VERY SPECIAL Opportunity Knocks!! 🚪✊🏼 This week marks our 25th OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS PODCAST EPISODE!! 🎉🎉 What better way to celebrate than with premiere Stylist Gina Lamanna and Founder of Spool Boutique!? (@shop_spool) 🌟

Originally from the east coast, Gina has been a clothing buyer and wardrobe stylist for more than two decades. Her diverse career in fashion began at FIT and FIDM, where she earned a degree in fashion merchandising, emphasizing fabric styling and visual presentation 🤩 Gina worked as a stylist for TV and various commercials before turning her attention to personalized wardrobe styling for women on the go!!

Nestled in a garden in West Los Angeles, Spool provides visitors a unique, personalized shopping experience. Gina’s appointment-only boutique is stocked with a curated collection that includes a compelling mix of local and New York-based designers and hard-to-find European labels 🙌🏼🙌🏼

From high-powered professionals to busy moms, Gina ensures that Spool caters to each client’s individual fashion and lifestyle needs. Gina’s goal is to build the perfect wardrobe with hand-selected pieces while integrating new items into a client’s existing rotation for timeless, effortless style. In addition to private shopping, Spool is available as a charming space for trunk shows, photoshoots, charitable events, and social gatherings 💓💓

In her free time, Gina can be seen with her two young daughters... traveling whenever possible... hosting and entertaining when occasions arise... and enjoying life between carpools!! 🤣

I hope you enjoy this week’s episode as much as I did - tune in now to hear more about Gina’s incredible journey!! 🙏🌈 best of all she is FUN! We laugh A LOT together! Be well.

@shop_spool http://shopspool.com 💪🤞🌈 Don't forget to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts and follow us on Spotify!! 💓💓💓🎤🎧

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - EP97: The Power of Self Acceptance with Laticia Rolle

EP97: The Power of Self Acceptance with Laticia Rolle

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02/21/24 • 45 min

🎙️ Unlocking Identity with Laticia Rolle: A Journey of Self-Acceptance.
I am thrilled to release Opportunity Knocks Podcast Episode 97. I had the pleasure of hosting my friend and remarkable entrepreneur Laticia Rolle, Actress, Model and Founder of Tress For Us a hat company that provided a solution to the curly haired community. That’s not all, this multi-talented woman is also the empowering podcast host of "Girl We Got This".
🌟 Laticia graced our show with her inspiring story of self-discovery, identity, acceptance, and the power of positivity.
As a multi-cultural woman of diverse backgrounds, Laticia shared candidly about her personal journey of embracing her unique identity.
🌍 From navigating the complexities of cultural diversity to finding strength in self-acceptance, her insights resonated deeply with our audience.
Laticia radiated positivity and shed light on -
💖 The importance of appreciating and loving people for who they truly are
💖 An uplifting perspective on embracing differences and fostering inclusivity
💗In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate Laticia's significant contributions to amplifying voices and promoting diversity and inclusion
This episode is powerful as all people will resonate with her empowering message to love oneself without judgement and truly meet yourself and greet yourself for who you are.🙏🎉
🌈 Tune into Episode 97 to hear her powerful words firsthand and be inspired to embrace your own journey of self-discovery. 🎧 Don't miss out on this transformative conversation!

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E66: Creating a Tequila for Women Made by Women - Mara Smith
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06/09/22 • 51 min

This week's episode of the Opportunity Knocks podcast calls for a shot of tequila! My guest this week is Mara Smith, the Founder of Inspiro Tequila - an ultra-premium tequila brand created, run, and made by women, for women (but really everyone will enjoy it 😋).
Mara is a former attorney, corporate strategist, and stay-at-home mom. She began her legal career at Mayer, Brown & Platt in Chicago before joining the corporate strategy team at McDonald’s Corporation. After her twins were born prematurely, she decided to leave the corporate world to focus on her family. However, she never stopped thinking about what was next. She always envisioned running her own company and in 2020 set out on her journey to create a tequila brand.
Mara started drinking tequila when she was looking for a clean, gluten-free spirit that fit her active lifestyle. She searched for a brand that was additive-free with a look, taste, and aroma that appealed to her. That perfect tequila did not exist so she decided to create it. The goal was not just to create a one-of-a-kind tequila, but to bring another female voice to the spirits industry. Women are involved in every part of Inspiro Tequila’s process - from creating the taste profiles to getting bottles on the shelves.
Additionally, Mara’s mission is to inspire and support other women on their entrepreneurial journeys through financial support and mentoring.
During our discussion, we touched on topics like:
🍹 honing skills as a parent that translate into success in the business world
🍹 why she has women running every part of her business
🍹 the difference between an additive-free brand like Inspiro and other tequilas
🍹 the importance of an advisory board that features diverse areas of expertise
🍹 why she hasn't raised outside capital
🍹 and how her mother and grandmother inspired her entrepreneurial journey
What an inspiration. It was a pleasure to chat with someone doing so much for women in a male-dominated industry. You're going to get a lot out of this episode and be itching to try Mara's tequila! I've tried it since our conversation and it is remarkably smooth.
¡Salud! and enjoy your week everyone!

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E116: Building Connections Through Movement and Mindfulness with Kashmira Gandhi
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01/28/25 • 61 min

In episode 116 of the Opportunity Knocks podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kashmira Gandhi, co-owner of Body Balance Hawai‘i and a Lead Instructor at the studio’s premier location in Ala Moana Center, O‘ahu. Kashmira’s story is an incredible example of embracing change, building connections, and finding purpose through movement.

From her roots in Rhode Island to her life in Hawai‘i, Kashmira has seamlessly blended her business expertise with her passion for wellness. A NASM Certified Personal Trainer and creator of the BodyCycle Method, Kashmira approaches fitness as a connection between happiness and health—embracing physical, emotional, relational, and community well-being. Known for her high-energy BodyCycle classes and her dedication to empowering others, she’s trained over 35 talented instructors and holds multiple certifications in cycling, Lagree, TRX, and Barre.

This episode also celebrates an exciting new chapter: Opportunity Knocks is going Hawaiian! We’re thrilled to announce a special retreat in Hawai‘i, creating opportunities for meaningful collaborations with inspiring female entrepreneurs like Kashmira. The retreat will feature sound baths, yoga classes, and other incredible experiences, all in the spirit of fostering connections and building community with our sisters in Hawai‘i.

During our conversation, Kashmira shared her inspiring transition from a corporate and production career—including stints with House Hunters International—to co-owning one of Hawai‘i’s most sought-after fitness studios. She offered invaluable insights on leadership, managing rapid growth, and creating a welcoming space where movement and joy intersect.

Key highlights from our conversation:

• 🌺 The unique challenges and rewards of running a boutique fitness studio in Hawai‘i, balancing high costs with community connection

• 🤝 Why community and emotional connection are at the heart of her business philosophy

• 🧘‍♀️ Integrating fitness, wellness, and recovery for a holistic approach to health

• 🔑 The lessons Kashmira learned about setting boundaries and finding time for personal mindfulness

Kashmira’s insights remind us of the importance of adaptability, grounding ourselves in the present, and creating spaces where people feel supported and seen.

🎧 Don’t miss this inspiring episode with Kashmira Gandhi and an inside look at what’s coming next for Opportunity Knocks in Hawai‘i. Tune in today!

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Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose - E86: Leading With Purpose with Julie Uhrman

E86: Leading With Purpose with Julie Uhrman

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08/03/23 • 40 min

Do you love soccer or as they say fútbol?⚽️ This next new guest couldn’t have been better timed ⏰ to release the latest episode of the Opportunity Knocks Podcast! 🎙️ Especially given the exciting times watching the @uswnt during World Cup! Talk about inspiring, innovation, ingenuity, equality, commitment and community this fantastic guest taps into them ALL!👏💪🤩🤗
I had a motivating jaw-dropping interview with Julie Uhrman, the awe-inspiring cofounder and president of Angel City FC , the FIRST EVER women-owned female professional soccer club right here in LA! 🏆
We explored the world 🌎 of soccer and entrepreneurship diving into:
🌟 Building a diverse and inclusive team culture
💡 Leading with a clear sense of purpose
🌈 Staying true to core values, on and off the field
🏅 Seizing opportunities at the perfect moment
🔥 Carving a unique niche in a competitive market
💼 The powerful impact of female leadership
💰 Championing pay equity in sports and business
I always say this with clarity you truly NEVER know where and when an opportunity surfaces, how lucky am I to work out with Julie Uhrman and her twin sister at PLATEFIT - through soccer, community and our daughters we connected. Life!
The successful docuseries Angel City is a must-watch, it goes behind the scenes and onto the pitch with this groundbreaking team.
Don’t miss out next Angel City FC home game on August 27th they are some of the most FUN nights with the family! You must tune in to cheer 📣for the US in the round of 1️⃣6️⃣ vs Sweden Sunday, August 6, 5am 🇺🇸
This captivating episode is packed with inspiration and insights for soccer enthusiasts and aspiring entrepreneurs alike! 🎧🙌 It will motivate you to do better and be better in this world now to get inspired by Julie's incredible story and discover the magic of Angel City FC!

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How many episodes does Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose have?

Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose currently has 117 episodes available.

What topics does Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose cover?

The podcast is about Spirituality, Entrepreneurship, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose?

The episode title 'E82: Trailblazing & Bridging Gaps in Business with Shawna Barasch Wilson' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose is 45 minutes.

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Episodes of Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose are typically released every 8 days.

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The first episode of Opportunity Knocks by EmpowHer Purpose was released on Jul 23, 2020.

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