Your Future Starts Now

Your Future Starts Now

Your Future Starts Now: The go to podcast for extraordinary women. In this community, we understand the unique challenges that come with being a high-achieving woman. The demands of success often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck and yearning for more. Which is precisely why we’re all about rewriting the narrative for high-achieving women—because, let’s face it, you’re more than just your achievements. Your Future Starts Now will empower you to break free from stagnation and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner healing in order to step into your next chapter with authentic confidence. We’ll explore topics like overcoming self-doubt, personal growth, and the art of reinvention. We’ll hear inspiring stories from remarkable women who have faced similar crossroads and emerged stronger, wiser, and more authentic. Our mission is to empower every woman to not just survive, but thrive during life’s pivotal moments.

Episodes

May 10, 2024 46 mins

In this captivating episode, Gia sits down with the remarkable Traci Peterson, founder and CEO of Elevate Wellness and Aesthetics, and visionary behind the mother-daughter movement, BE.

Traci shares her personal journey of triumph over self-doubt and external validation, revealing how a pivotal moment in her adolescence shaped her understanding of confidence and leadership. Despite facing backlash and years of people-pleasing, Trac...

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Join Gia in this empowering episode as she welcomes Amanda Greaves, an interior designer, author, and mentor. Amanda shares her transformative journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and finding inner healing, leading to the realization of her true purpose. Through her book, "The Chameleon Diaries," Amanda inspires high-achieving women to embrace change and prioritize self-love. Discover the power of saying no, aligning mind, body, ...

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Join Gia on an empowering journey with special guest John Mollura, a personal performance coach and professional speaker. In this episode of Your Future Starts Now, John shares his remarkable transition from a rocket scientist to a multi-award-winning portrait photographer.

Discover how John's experiences leading teams in missions to Mars and protecting fighter jet pilots led him to rediscover his true self and find fulfillment. Di...

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In this empowering episode, Gia has an important conversation with Dr. Paige Gutheil, a holistic healthcare expert, as they delve into the transformative world of women's health and the concept of whole health. Dr. Paige shares her journey from traditional medicine to a holistic approach, emphasizing the importance of addressing the mind, body, spirit, and life in health care.

Discover the signs and symptoms of perimenopause, the i...

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In this captivating episode, I had the honor of delving deep into the remarkable journey of Conor Murphy, a Navy veteran, certified CrossFit trainer, and managing partner of Big Night Fitness.

Conor delves into the interconnectedness of physical and mental strength, advocating for a holistic approach to wellbeing. He bravely opens up about personal challenges, his experience with personal reinvention, and shares transformative insi...

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In this powerful episode, Gia engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Erica Komisar, a renowned clinical social worker and psychoanalyst.

Erica shares her expertise on the importance of prioritizing motherhood in the first three years and raising resilient adolescents in the modern age of anxiety.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the impact of maternal presence on child development, the significance of attachment...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Anna Dearmon Kornick, a renowned time management coach, keynote speaker, and founder of the It's About Time Academy. Anna shares her journey from a high-pressure career to finding balance and fulfillment through time management strategies.

Discover the Heart Method, a holistic approach to time management that focuses on habits, energy, attention, recharge, and time. Learn how to redefine success, pri...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Matt Gerlach, a successful entrepreneur and author who shares his journey of triumph over adversity and personal transformation.

Matt discusses his struggles with anxiety, panic attacks, and setting boundaries, leading to his path of healing and self-discovery. Through somatic therapy and writing his memoir, Matt found inner peace and redefined success as prioritizing peace above all else.

The episod...

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In this empowering episode, Gia interviews Cherylanne Skolnicki, an authority on well-being, work-life balance, and human potential.

Cherylanne shares her journey from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of addressing the whole person at the intersection of personal and professional lives. The conversation delves into redefining success as freedom and the power of choice in shaping one's pa...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Anna Lundberg, an expert in designing successful careers and businesses prioritizing personal well-being. Anna shares her personal journey from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of work-life integration and redefining success.

The conversation delves into the challenges high-achieving women face in breaking free from the conventional 9 to 5 and creating their own pat...

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In this episode, Gia sits down with Celestina Ando, a contemporary portrait photographer who transitioned from a successful career in accounting to pursue her passion.

Celestina shares her inspiring journey of reinvention, from calculated risk-taking to finding success in empowering women through her boutique studio in Montclair, New Jersey. Discover how she redefined success from financial gain to personal fulfillment, and how her...

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In this episode, Gia welcomes Kristen Hartnagel, a personal branding expert and speaker. Kristen shares her inspiring journey of overcoming loss and grief, and how it shaped her into the successful entrepreneur she is today. Discover the alchemy of joy and how it can transform your body chemistry, along with practical tips for breaking through fear and reinventing yourself. Learn the key elements of personal branding that different...

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Join Gia on an inspiring journey with Dr. Andrea Lein, a leading authority in mental health and positive psychology. In this episode, Dr. Andrea shares her remarkable story of overcoming challenges and redefining success. Discover how she empowers high-achieving women to embrace their superpowers and live a life of fulfillment. Gain insights on cultivating psychological well-being, breaking stereotypes, and nurturing the next gener...

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In this empowering episode, Gia engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Allison Hare, a former sales executive turned women's lifestyle coach.

Allison shares her personal journey of transitioning from over-functioning to finding authentic fulfillment. Together, they explore the importance of reclaiming energy, setting boundaries, and embracing creative experiments as tools for personal reinvention.

Discover how Allison's e...

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In this episode, Gia sits down with the talented artist Soo Kim, who shares her inspiring journey from corporate powerhouse to full-time artist. Soo's story of self-discovery and reinvention will leave you feeling motivated to pursue your passions. Discover how Soo infuses joy and creativity into her daily routine and learn valuable insights on overcoming self-doubt and defining success on your own terms. Tune in to this episode, w...

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In this episode, Gia dives deep into the topic of mental health with highly experienced clinical therapist Kristen Radke.

Kristen shares her insights on anxiety, belief systems, and the power of neuroplasticity in transforming our lives. Discover how aligning with your values can lead to inner peace and success.

Join Gia and Kristen as they explore the journey of healing and empowerment, offering valuable advice on seeking help an...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Lesley Logan, a second-generation certified Pilates teacher and mindset coach. Lesley shares her journey of discovering Pilates, overcoming perfectionism, and redefining success. She emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection and the impact of Pilates beyond physical fitness, focusing on mind-body connection and inner healing.

Lesley discusses how Pilates helps in building strength, balancin...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Sandra Kenoff, President and CEO of Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey. Sandra shares her professional journey, starting from a career in marketing and advertising to her current role in empowering girls through Girl Scouts.

The conversation delves into the importance of sisterhood, mentorship, and the evolution of women's empowerment in the business world. Sandra provides valuable advice for women s...

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In this episode, Gia interviews Erin Russell, a medical student with a diverse background in digital health and entrepreneurship. Erin shares her journey from the digital health industry to pursuing a career in medicine, highlighting the importance of self-reflection and setting personal goals for success. The conversation delves into the challenges high-achieving women face, such as burnout and self-advocacy in the workplac...

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In this episode, Gia is joined by bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert, Cortney McDermott. They dive deep into the topic of personal transformation and the power of trust.

Cortney shares her own journey of feeling unfulfilled despite achieving success in her corporate career. She discusses the concept of the "arrival fallacy" and how it can lead to a constant pursuit of external achievements without finding true ...

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