Success is Weird and Messy

In this episode I sit down with Dina Yerex, a seasoned bookkeeper with over 20 years of experience supporting small businesses and non-profits. Dina shares her fascinating career transition from therapist to financial expert, beginning with her role managing bookkeeping and finance for a Silicon Valley startup that achieved impressive growth before undergoing a merger. Since then, Dina has dedicated herself to providing essential bookkeeping services to small businesses. Join us for this insightful conversation about career pivots, financial management expertise, and the rewarding journey of helping businesses and organizations thrive through sound financial practices. www.accordbkpg.com

Join us for an insightful conversation with Haley Grayless, the dynamic CEO and founder of Vaxa Collective. As a sought-after keynote speaker and leadership development consultant, Haley has made it her mission to transform workplace dynamics from the inside out. In this episode, Haley shares her proven strategies for: Building and sustaining a healthy company culture Reducing workplace stress that diminishes productivity and morale Creating accountability systems that actually work Turning culture improvements into measurable profitability Whether you're a C-suite executive, a middle manager struggling with team dynamics, or an entrepreneur building your company culture from scratch, Haley's practical wisdom will give you actionable insights you can implement immediately to transform your workplace into a thriving, profitable environment where people actually want to work! https://vaxacollective.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/haleygrayless/ https://www.instagram.com/haleytheleadershipcoach/

Dr. Summer Watson is a dynamic Community Empowerment and Mentorship consultant, and a Doctor of Psychology. she specializes in assisting companies and educational organizations develop cross-generational mentorship programs, craft unique spaces that foster meaningful connections, facilitate engaging learning experiences, and empower people to live the inspired life they envision for themselves. She helps her clients identify the multiple factors that will accelerate success and align their vision, values, and purpose.   https://www.korewomen.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/summerdwatson/ https://www.instagram.com/korewomen/

Dr. Monique Mendoza combines psychology expertise with real-world experience to help organizations prevent workplace violence effectively. Her strategic, custom approach consistently delivers results that exceed client expectations. Known for rejecting fear-based tactics, she helps organizations build confident, resilient teams through proven methods. As a licensed psychologist with a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri and a background in Cognitive Science from UC Irvine, Dr. Mendoza brings both scientific insight and practical solutions to every partnership.   https://www.mmpsychsolutions.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsdrmonique/  

Emily Purry is the founder and CEO of Purry Consultants, a firm specializing in disability awareness and inclusion. As a distinguished consultant and corporate trainer, Emily helps organizations transform their workplace culture to create genuine spaces of belonging for all employees. Her expertise in accessibility and inclusive practices has made her a sought-after keynote speaker known for delivering powerful, perspective-changing presentations that inspire meaningful organizational change.   www.purryco.com

I am talking with Cat Orsini, a marketing expert and the founder of Action Incubator and the Spark CRM. She helps business owners transform their communities into high-value clients, & spectators into superfans. https://actionincubator.com

I am talking with Jessica Lyonford, a leadership consultant and the founder of Project More Happy. Jessica has spent years studying the science of happiness and how it fuels everything from productivity to creativity. As a Happy Leader, your energy, clarity and confidence set the tone for everyone around you. Jessica shows you how to harness that power—designing a leadership approach that empowers you and the people you impact to show up fully, thrive, and contribute meaningfully at work, at home and everywhere in between.

I am talking with Jackie Roby, the owner of Inspired Journey Consulting. In this episode she offers a deeply thoughtful perspective on how women — particularly women of color — can break free from cultural conditioning and reclaim their sense of self. For professionals feeling caught between high-achieving work personas and personal overwhelm, this episode offers a compassionate roadmap to reconnecting with your core self—without judgment, and with genuine understanding.

Success Is Weird And Messy is a weekly show that finds the real stories behind business success. Kathleen Gabriel talks with business owners from different industries, backgrounds, and stages to uncover not just their wins, but their challenges, their pivots, and the moments that truly shaped their path.