Women Who Rise: The Success Podcast for Ambitious Women

S1E20 The Cost of Winning: Randy Byrd’s Blueprint for Resilience, Leadership, and Lasting Growth

In this powerful episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with  @CoachRandyByrd  a former U.S. Coast Guard serviceman, real estate leader, and high-performance coach, to uncover the true cost and reward of winning.
Randy shares his extraordinary journey from military service to building a successful career in real estate and coaching. He opens up about the discipline, integrity, and mindset shifts required to lead at a high level, both professionally and personally.
Through moments of deep loss and personal tragedy, Randy reveals how coaching became not just a career, but a path to healing and purpose. This conversation dives into the realities of leadership: taking extreme ownership, showing up with punctuality and humility, and surrounding yourself with the right people to grow.
Randy also speaks passionately about empowering women in leadership, building resilient teams, and transforming adversity into lasting impact.
Key Takeaways:
✅Discipline and integrity are non-negotiables for long-term success ✅Extreme ownership is the foundation of effective leadership ✅Personal transformation fuels professional growth
✅Punctuality and humility build trust and credibility
✅Empowering others especially women creates stronger leaders and teams
This episode is a must-watch for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone committed to growth, resilience, and purpose-driven success.
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🔔 If you’re ready to level up your leadership and seize your next big opportunity, this episode is for you.
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S1E19 Permission to Pivot: Ariana Pareja on Power, Purpose, and Personal Reinvention

n this powerful episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with entrepreneur and leader  @ariana.d.pareja  who breaks down one of the most overlooked secrets to success: prompt communication.
Ariana shares personal stories from her career where fast responses opened major opportunities, built trust, and helped her form relationships with high-level professionals and decision makers. She explains why being accessible, responsive, and proactive isn’t just polite—it's a leadership skill that separates those who rise from those who stay stuck.
This conversation is a must-watch for anyone who wants to elevate their influence, strengthen professional relationships, and become a leader people want to work with. ✨
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why prompt communication is a non-negotiable leadership skill
✔️ How quick responses can open unexpected career opportunities
✔️ Why even high-profile leaders prioritize staying accessible
✔️ The connection between responsiveness and relationship-building
✔️ How to position yourself as someone people trust and depend on 🔔
If you’re ready to level up your leadership and seize your next big opportunity, this episode is for you. 🔔
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S1E18 The Secret to Building Generational Wealth & Community Power

In this inspiring episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Towanna Peterson-Jackson to explore her unique perspective on wealth. Towanna emphasizes that true wealth isn’t just about money it’s about the legacy we leave and the impact we create in our communities.
She shares her mission to close the wealth gap in the United States through real estate, discussing how changing statistics and empowering others can transform lives.
Towanna’s insights are a must-watch for anyone passionate about financial empowerment, generational wealth, and community impact.
✨ Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Wealth is more than money—it’s the legacy you leave.
2️⃣ Real estate is a powerful tool for closing the wealth gap.
3️⃣ Empowering communities starts with intentional action.
4️⃣ Changing statistics can change lives.
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S1E17 Designing Success: Vija Williams on Discipline, Decision, and Doing What Scares You

In this episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with powerhouse leader Via Williams, one of the most influential voices in the real estate industry. Via opens up about her journey of personal transformation, learning to trust herself, and the mindset shift that unlocked her next level.
From failing forward, to making full 100% decisions, to stepping boldly into ambition, Via shares the truths women need to rise in leadership and life. She also dives into the importance of clarity, accountability, strategic partnerships, and why women must stop waiting to “feel ready.”
This is the episode that pushes you toward your power. ✨
🔑 KEY NOTES (short + high-impact)
1️⃣ Fail forward — mistakes are part of the process, not the end.2️⃣ Make full decisions — 100% commitment changes everything.3️⃣ Women must act sooner — stop waiting to feel ready.4️⃣ Clarity + accountability are non-negotiables in leadership.

S1E16 Andrea Beem: Storm-Tested, Purpose-Driven, and Fearless in the Fire

In this episode, Women Who Rise host Heather Mansy interviews Andrea Beem, a top real estate leader who built a thriving business through faith, systems, and resilience.
Discover how Andrea:💪 Turned challenges into momentum🙏 Leads her business through faith and purpose⚙️ Uses systems to create stability and growth👑 Created The Tribe for faith-based real estate agents
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S1E15 HOLLY MABERY: BE WHAT THEY CAN’T GOOGLE

In this episode of Women Who Rise, host Heather Mansy sits down with Holly Mabery, a powerhouse real estate leader and coach, to explore what it truly means to “Be What They Can’t Google.” Holly shares powerful insights on authenticity, leadership, and the mindset shift it takes to stand out in a world full of noise.
Whether you’re in business, leadership, or real estate, this conversation will challenge you to lead with heart, not just strategy. ✨
What You’ll Learn:
✅How to stand out by being authentically you
✅The real meaning behind “Be What They Can’t Google”
✅Why service and connection matter more than sales
✅How to rise in leadership through empathy and courage
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Brittany Stewart: How She Turned Struggle into Success by Design

In this empowering episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Brittany Stewart, a powerhouse real estate agent and business owner, to talk about the real keys to success in today’s market.
💼✨ Brittany reveals how she’s built her business around relationships, systems, and mindset, while embracing AI and tech to stay ahead of the game. From leading with authenticity to balancing business and life, Brittany opens up about the strategies that helped her rise and how you can too.
👑 Whether you're an entrepreneur, agent, or woman on the rise, this one’s a must-watch.
🔑 Key Takeaways
✅ Lead with relationships — people over profit every time.
✅ Embrace technology & AI — work smarter, not harder.
✅ Mindset & accountability are the foundation of lasting success.
✅ Collaboration competition — empower your team and grow together.
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S1E13 Georgia Tusch: From Art Major to Real Estate Powerhouse

Welcome back to Women Who Rise! In this episode, host Heather Mansy sits down with powerhouse luxury real estate agent Georgia Tusch to uncover her incredible journey from young entrepreneur to industry leader.
Georgia reveals how storytelling and strategic video marketing have transformed her real estate business helping her build a bold, recognizable brand that stands out in a competitive market. She dives deep into:
👉 How the real estate marketing world is evolving👉 Why coaching, partnerships, and accountability fuel rapid growth👉 What it really takes to hire the right team and scale successfully👉 The future of luxury real estate and her exciting upcoming projects
Whether you're a woman in real estate, a content-driven entrepreneur, or someone who loves motivational success stories this conversation will inspire you to rise higher and build a business that lasts!
🎙️ Top Takeaways
✅ Build a brand that people remember✅ Leverage video to connect with clients authentically✅ Systems + accountability are key to scaling✅ Partnerships and coaching can accelerate success✅ Hiring the right people determines how far you can grow
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S1E12: Mike Schumm: The Secret to Success Without Burnout

In this powerful episode of Women Who Rise, Heather Mansy sits down with Mike Schumm a seasoned business builder, fractional CEO, and entrepreneur coach to uncover the real secret to building a successful business without burning out.
Mike shares his proven systems, mindset strategies, and daily habits that help entrepreneurs scale sustainably. From hiring best-in-class talent to mastering marketing, managing distractions, and leveraging AI, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for leaders who want to rise higher while keeping balance in life.
Key Takeaways
✅Success comes from consistency, not perfection
✅If you don’t have an assistant you are the assistant
✅Growth only happens outside your comfort zone
✅Best-in-class hiring changes everything
✅You can build impact without burnout
✅The universe rewards those who give and serve
Whether you’re a female CEO, a startup founder, or an entrepreneur looking to create impact and harmony, this conversation will inspire you to stay consistent, embrace discomfort, and lead with purpose.
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Action Over Perfection: How Krista Mashore Built a Multi-Million Dollar Empire

What does it really take to build a multi-million dollar business and the confidence to lead it? In this inspiring episode, Heather Mansy sits down with Krista Mashore, a powerhouse entrepreneur, coach, and author, to uncover how she built a multi-million dollar empire by choosing Action Over Perfection every single day. Krista opens up about her journey from burnout to breakthrough revealing the mindset shifts, habits, and fearless actions that helped her rise to the top of the real estate and coaching industries. Together, Heather and Krista dive deep into what it means to take imperfect action, overcome fear, and build a life and business on your own terms. 👉 In this conversation, you’ll discover: ✅Why imperfect action always beats waiting for perfection ✅How Krista built unstoppable confidence through consistency ✅The mindset that separates top performers from the rest ✅How coaching, leadership, and resilience drive real success 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring episodes of Women Who Rise! 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes of Women Who Rise and join us in celebrating stories of resilience, leadership, and success. Watch now and rise with us. Episode guide & FREE success worksheet: Womenwhorisesuccesspodcast.comJoin our Community! Like our Facebook Page