Getting Real with Bossy: For Women Who Own Business

For the First Time in Forever!

Ep #11 Kelly M, Kelly B and Jazzy T are joined by Disney's "Princess Anna"!
Whether you are a traveling performer, a business owner or a mother with a do-to-list a mile long, you have to find a way to spend quality time with your family.
In this episode the ladies get real about the struggles of finding the time and space to get the whole family together for a night out. 
This may mean taking up a new sport in your 40's, jet-setting across the globe to follow your dreams or simply buying a ticket to Disney on Ice and putting your phone on do-not-disturb!
 
ABOUT THE GUEST
Ida Sjolin is cast as "Princess Anna" in Disney on Ice: Find Your Hero. She began her career as a competitive ice skater in Sweden. She joined Disney on Ice as part of the ensemble in 2017. 
 
DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS: FIND YOUR HERO
In Rochester, NY December 15 - 18 2022 at the Blue Cross Arena
Tickets at www.Disneyonice.com
 
Thank you to our Sponsors:
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
Salena's Mexican Restaurant at Village Gate
302 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607 
 
Union Tavern 4565 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14622
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Wonder Woman & Her Husband: The Story of Angelina Hilton 
World-Changing Chocolate with Lindsay Tarnoff
Handle Stress Before It Handles You | Living the Front Seat Life Podcast
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
"Mariachi" by Danijel Zambo
 
PRODUCTION:
JazzCast Pros "Just press record and leave the techy stuff to us"
 
This episode is supported by Riverside.fm, the leading platform to record studio quality audio or video podcasts.
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World-Changing Chocolate with Lindsay Tarnoff

Episode 10 A chocoholic businesswoman starts a chocolate company with the intention of changing the industry for the better but finds the realities of parenthood make it difficult to maintain her standards. 
In this episode, you will learn: 
1. How Laughing Gull Chocolates CEO Lindsay Tarnoff created a unique business model that intentionally incorporates child-rearing into the business. 
2. The ethical and sustainability concerns around the chocolate industry and how better made chocolate is better for the environment. 3. How online learning became an unexpected win during the Covid shutdown that continues to bring in revenue today. 
 
This is Lindsay Tarnoff's story...Lindsay Tarnoff is the owner of Laughing Gull Chocolate, a company that specializes in ethically sourced and locally sourced chocolate products. She started the company in 2014 after learning about the slave labor and child labor involved in the chocolate industry. She and her business partners opened a brick-and-mortar store in 2018, and they have since expanded their product line to include a variety of chocolate-based items and learning opportunities.
Is that a chocolate elephant?? 
Resources:
 Laughing Gull Chocolates, Rochester NY 
1868 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14609 585) 417-5858
 
Fatha Torch is the podcast to help you become the dad you always wish you had. New Episodes every other Sunday on the JazzCast Pros Network. 
 
Thank you to our Sponsors:
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
Salena's Mexican Restaurant at Village Gate
302 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607 
 
Union Tavern 4565 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14622
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Wonder Woman & Her Husband: The Story of Angelina Hilton 
The Life-Changing Power of Personal Development with Jen Schwytzer
Change of Plans with Denise Ester
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
"Mariachi" by Danijel Zambo
 
PRODUCTION:
JazzCast Pros "Just press record and leave the techy stuff to us"
 
This episode is supported by Riverside.fm, the leading platform to record studio quality audio or video podcasts.
Visit Riverside.FM and use promo code JAZZYCAST to get 2 HOURS of FREE Remote recording and 15% off a membership plan.
 

Wonder Woman & Her Husband: The Story of Angelina Hilton

Episode 9 Would you like to achieve growth, learning, and transformation in your business? Bossy member Angelina Hilton is sharing the solution so that you can get exactly that."If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room."Angelina Hilton is a business owner, wife, and mother from Rochester, New York. She is the owner of POP ROC and Variant Ventures and is passionate about helping startups grow. Angelina is also a woman in recovery and an advocate for women's rights.
 
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This is Angelina Hilton's story...Angelina Hilton is the owner of POP ROC and Variant Ventures, two businesses located in downtown Rochester, New York. She is also a wife and mother of two. Angelina has always been a self-starter, and she credits this mindset for her success as a business owner.
She was first introduced to her husband through their shared love of food and cooking, and the two have been in business together for over a decade. 
POP ROC was born out of his passion for pop culture and her desire to serve their community. The business has been a success, and Angelina attributes this to their commitment to their core values.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. How Angelina Hilton's background in advertising and working with startups prepared her for owning her own businesses.2. What it was like for Angelina Hilton to be involved with Supercity Rochester, and how that event helped her connect with her husband/business partner.3. How Angelina and her husband's focus on food and passion for cooking has transformed their business endeavors.Resources:
Angelina Marie Hilton
Website: https://linktr.ee/angelinamariehilton
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelinamariehilton/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.angelina.hilton/
 
Native Made Market 
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2022 AT 11 AM – 6 PM at POP ROC 
 
POP ROC Rochester NY's pop culture café & geek hub serving breakfast and brunch with a side of Saturday morning nostalgia including comics and collectibles. 45 Euclid St, Rochester, NY 14604  (585) 310-2423
 
Fatha Torch is the podcast to help you become the dad you always wish you had. New Episodes every other Sunday on the JazzCast Pros Network. 
 
Thank you to our Sponsors:
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
Salena's Mexican Restaurant at Village Gate
302 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607 
 
Union Tavern 4565 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14622
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
The Life-Changing Power of Personal Development with Jen Schwytzer
Change of Plans with Denise Ester
Clarity Walk with Jordan Betts
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
 
PRODUCTION:
JazzCast Pros "Just press record and leave the techy stuff to us"
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The Life-Changing Power of Personal Development with Jen Schwytzer

Episode 8 If you're struggling with burnout, you're not alone.
Jen Schwytzer is a certified health and life coach who helps professional women put themselves first and come out of burnout. In the midst of the pandemic and while trying to conceive a child via IVF, Jen's husband suffered a cardiac arrest and was hospitalized for 21 days.
 
This event led Jen to realize that she needed to prioritize herself and her family. She began to focus on personal development and decided to leave her job in the hospital setting to pursue coaching full time. Jen is now helping other women who are struggling with burnout and stress to find their way back to themselves.
 
In this episode, you will learn:
1. How Jen's husband's health scare led her to prioritize personal development 2. How the pandemic has increased the need for self-care among professional women
3. How Jen's experience with burnout has led her to specialize in coaching womenHere's a breakdown of what is covered:[00:00:01] - Topic Preview[00:01:41] - Getting real with Bossy Hosts[00:02:42] - Who is Jen Schwytzer.[00:04:48] - Tell us about your business.[00:07:16] - Background in mental health.[00:14:06] - How's your husband today.[00:17:03] - Sponsored by gallery salon.[00:18:03] - What happened next.[00:20:31] - Trauma and coaching.[00:23:45] - How hard is it to find clients.[00:25:06] - Who is your ideal client.[00:29:45] - Meet in person or virtually.[00:30:41] - What's the hardest part of being a life coach.[00:32:50] - What's the best part of being a life coach.[00:37:38] - What's next for Jen?[00:40:37] - Kelly & Kelly are speechless[00:42:07] - Build & balance Bossy retreat unveiling.
 
Jen Schwytzer is a Certified Health and Life Coach through Health Coach Institute and launched KINDfulness Coaching in 2022. Jen has 16 years of experience working in the social work and mental health space which allows her to bring a unique experience to her coaching practice.
 
Instagram @kindfulness_coaching   @BossyRoc
 
Business Coaching: kindfulnesscoaching.net
 
Love this Episode? Let Us know!
Rate & Review on Apple Podcast, Podbean or Podchaser 
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Getting Real About Internet and Bossy Kids
Change of Plans with Denise Ester
Clarity Walk with Jordan Betts
 
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Marshall Street Bar & Grill 81 Marshall St, Rochester, NY 14607
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
Bossy Build & Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com/events
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
 
JazzCast Pros Podcast Productions www.JazzCastPros.com
 

Getting Real About Internet and Bossy Kids

Episode 7 Live from the Rochester Public Market! Kelly M, Kelly B and Jazzy T get real about the role the Internet plays in our daily lives and learn how high-speed fiber optic Internet is changing the way we live, work and play.
 
In this episode we talk with David Olivera VP National Expansion and Collette Combre Director of Engagement Marketing at the Frontier Fiber Internet 2 Gig activation event.
 
We also interview two Bossy Kids and find out what they think their moms Erika Sorbello and Kelly Metras do all day at work. Spoiler Alert: it's hilarious! 
 
Love this Episode? Let Us know!
Rate & Review on Apple Podcast, Podbean or Podchaser 
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Change of Plans with Denise Ester
Clarity Walk with Jordan Betts
How to Keep Business Going When Your Life is Falling Apart with Asa Shutts
 
Thank you to our Sponsors:
 
Frontier Communications: Building Gigabit America. 
 
Salena's Mexican Restaurant at Village Gate
302 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607 
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
Bossy Build & Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com/events
JazzCast Pros Podcast Productions www.JazzCastPros.com
 
Salena's Mexican Restaurant at Village Gate
302 N Goodman St, Rochester, NY 14607 
 
Gallery Salon 4 Elton Street, Rochester, NY 14607 www.galleryhair.com
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
"On Tiptoes" by Soundroll
"Casablanca" by Cruen

Change of Plans with Denise Ester

Episode 5 If you're feeling frustrated because your goal-oriented planning isn't improving your productivity or increasing your revenue, then this episode is for you!
"If you're not happy doing what you're doing, how successful can you be?"
BOSSY Member Denise Ester explains how to use what makes you happy to define your business plan, even if it means pivoting after 7 years!
In this episode, you will learn:
How Denise created her "Goldilocks" planner in response to not being able to find one that fit her specific needs
Why Denise changed her business Muse from an event planner to consultant after she had kids. 
How Denise's background as an army brat and executive assistant influenced her approach to event planning and business.
This is Denise Ester's story...
Denise Ester is a creative consultant and productivity coach who founded Muse, a company that planned events. After recognizing a need for a better planner, she created the Inspire 365 Planner, a goal-oriented planner with habit tracking, coloring, and budgeting. She also hosts the She Abides podcast.
 
"You have to be okay with bettering yourself, bettering your business, bettering your situation, and starting brand new if you have to, like, you have to be all in on your transition."
 
RESOURCES:
Don’t go at it alone; reach out to Denise if you are looking for:
Prioritization
Implementation planning
An easy-to-follow action plan
Mentoring
Accountability & networking with a like-minded goal-oriented person
Get started today and claim your free gift at Muse Company.co
 
Social Media Handles:
Muse Co. @musecompany.co
Inspire365 Planner @inspire365planner
BOSSY @BossyRoc
 
BOSSY RETREAT
Bossy Build and Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com/events
 
Loved this episode?
Rate & Review on Apple Podcast, Podbean or Podchaser 
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
How to Keep Business Going When Your Life is Falling Apart with Asa Shutts
The Marvelous Mind of Rosa Marie: Creating Modern Childcare Solutions
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
 
PRODUCTION:
JazzCast Pros "Just press record and leave the techy stuff to us"
 
 
 

Clarity Walk with Jordan Betts

Episode 6 Do you want clarity, focus, and balance in your business? Jordan Betts, owner of Need Salon is sharing the solution so that you can get all three.In this episode we also cover:1. The importance of leading with compassion in business.2. The challenges of being a single mom and business owner.3. The need to take time for oneself in order to be successful in business
Sponsored by Gallery Salon & Mofil Services 
Hosted by Co-Founders Kelly Bush and Kelly Metras, multiple businesses owners in male-dominated industries. After years of not feeling heard or understood, they created BOSSY, a networking and support group for over 500 women business owners in Rochester, NY.
 
Hey Folks, my name is Jordan and I am a researcher of life. From my first business plan 13-years-ago to my current direction in business I've held strong to one thing:
"You're never truly successful until you give back" - Napoleon Hill.
I am an international educator for the Beauty Industry. I have flown around this country and beyond to teach other providers and business owners how they too, can build a business that offers them a work/life harmony.
 
I spent 13 years building a business, jumping into the next great idea I've had, over and over again. It's my joy, it's my life, it's my addiction. I've learned to not let your business dreams take away from your life dreams. Don't let it take from YOU. Don't let the "shoulds" and "have-to's" take away from your core, your true self, the reason you started your business in the first place.
 
You can find me on social media, @jordangbetts and you can find my space at @needsalonroc or www.needsalonroc.com, and check out our education path at @universal_beautyacademy. 
 
RESOURCES:
Social Media Handles:
@jordangbetts
@needsalonroc
@universal_beautyacademy
@BossyRoc
@Jazzytonair
 
Websites:
www.needsalonroc.com
www.MoFilServices.com
www.GalleryHair.com
www.BossyRoc.com
 
 
BOSSY RETREAT
Bossy Build and Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com/events
 
Loved this episode?
Rate & Review on Apple Podcast, Podbean or Podchaser 
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Denise Ester on Creating the Perfect Planner 
The Marvelous Mind of Rosa Marie: Creating Modern Childcare Solutions
Creating a Safe Space for Employees & Clients with Erika Sorbello
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin
"You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
 
PRODUCTION:
JazzCast Pros "Just press record and leave the techy stuff to us"
 

The Marvelous Mind of Rosa Marie: Creating Modern Childcare Solutions

Episode 4 Rosa Marie is a professional problem solver who takes her skills to the next level by starting her own business, Marvelous Mind Academy, which empowers childcare specialists to create engaging experiences for young learners.
In this episode, you will learn: 
How to listen to your inner voice to find seed money 
How to maintain a fluid business plan
How to be a ‘present parent’ while running a business
"Master your mind. Master your destiny."
Rosa Marie is the president of Marvelous Mind Academy and a mom of two amazing, bright bouncy boys. Rosa is a professional problem solver, and she gets shit done for parents. 
Marvelous Mind Academy is an educational cooperative for exploratory learning. They currently operate several programs, one of which is Bridge care, a drop-in daycare that allows parents to schedule care when they need it, day or night. They also offer pop up daycare for organizations who want to get more parent voices to the table. 
The newest addition is the B4 Cowork space that allows parents to increase productivity and reduce drivetime between work and childcare. 
Rosa used to work three jobs. Then she decided to open her own business. And now she works 15 jobs. She's an accountant, a janitor, a childcare provider, a social media expert, an HR professional, a web developer, a payroll specialist, a paralegal, a grant writer, a counselor and a therapist. Rosa recently became a wallpaper expert because she's in love with it.
 
Resources:
Call Marvelous Minds Academy 585-210-8554
Email: rosamarie@marvelousminds.com
Website: www.marvelousminds.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marvelousmindacademy/
BOSSY RETREAT!
Bossy Build and Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com
 
Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
How to Keep Business Going When Your Life is Falling Apart with Asa Shutts
Creating a Safe Space for Employees & Clients with Erika Sorbello
How BOSSY Built the Best Support Group for Women Business Owners
 
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin, "You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
 
PRODUCER / EDITOR:
Jazzy T, owner of JazzCast Pros Podcast Network
www.JazzCastPros.com
 
 
 

How to Keep Business Going When Your Life is Falling Apart with Asa Shutts

Episode 3 Do you find yourself overwhelmed and stressed from working all the time and not having any time for yourself? Then this episode is for you! As a female business owner, Asa Shutts has to juggle a lot of balls - and when personal tragedy hits, she has to get creative to keep her business afloat.
In this episode, you will learn:
1. How Asa's business has adapted in response to COVID-19
2. What it is like to produce a virtual event
3. How to manage time and handle stress as a business owner
 
Asa Shutts is a professional photographer and videographer who owns and operates Shuts Productions and Shutter and Splice. She has over 20 years of experience in the industry and has worked with a variety of clients, from weddings and newborns to corporate events and nonprofits.
 
 
"We just do!" - Asa Shutts
 
There are a lot of unexpected things happening in the personal life of the owner of a photography business. She has to deal with it all at the same time as running her own business. Her son was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. Her dad died in April and her other son had a car accident and broke his neck. After her father died, Asa had three weddings to shoot in one weekend. One of the dads in the wedding party reminded her of her own dad.
 
As a child, she spent hours in her grandfather's basement looking through old black and white photos. When she went to college, she studied sculpture. And 20 years later, she met her husband, and they started doing video projects together. They started their business ten years ago and she added photo back into it.
 
She recounts a story of a recent wedding they shot, which took place on a horse ranch in Wyoming. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, they were able to turn the event into a family vacation and produce stunning photos and videos of the event.
 
If you want to start a business as a photographer or videographer, you have to be tenacious, willing to work two jobs and be hungry and know what you're doing. The market is over saturated with photographers in every genre. The thing that's kept Asa Shutts in business is the fact that she can do photo, video, corporate and personal. She doesn't touch boudoir, unless you are a very dear friend who has mastered a few key poses.
 
www.shuttsproductions.com
www.shutterandsplice.com
607-591-9737
 
BOSSY RETREAT!
Bossy Build and Balance Retreat in Geneva, NY
October 16 - 19 2022. Register at www.BossyRoc.com
 
Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!
 
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
Creating a Safe Space for Employees & Clients with Erika Sorbello
How BOSSY Built the Best Support Group for Women Business Owners
 
MUSIC:
“Do It" by Infraction , “At the Hotel” by Paul Youdin, "You are the Best" by Cutesy Chamber Ensemble 
Testimonials:
Christina Julian owns Scents by Design, a pour your own candle and custom fragrance bar located 728 University Avenue Rochester, NY 14607. Christina likes BOSSY because it's an inclusive open space where she feels comfortable talking about her business and asking for advice.
 
Denise Ester is a member of BOSSY, a community of women of all entrepreneurial levels supporting, encouraging, stretching, correcting and loving each other so that we can be the best versions of ourselves to be successful business owners in our community. As a woman of color, it is important that there be inclusivity and respect of people's, cultures and the differences between us. And that's what you get with BOSSY.
 
Connect with us:
Facebook: Bossy Rochester
Join BOSSY: www.BossyRoc.com/Join
 
Produced and edited by JazzCast Pros 
Website: www.JazzCastPros.com
 
 

Creating a Safe Space for Employees & Clients with Erika Sorbello

Episode 2 Creating a Safe Space where everyone's individuality is celebrated is at the foundation of Gallery Salon in Rochester, NY.  Owner Erika Sorbello's inspirational story will speak to anyone who has faced real hardships as owners, business and personal, and persevered. Erika is a shining example of a self-made woman!
 
Join BOSSY founders Kelly M, Kelly B (on the phone) and members Jordan Betts and Asa Shutts as Erika shares the important work she is doing with NAMI, the National Institute for Mental Illness and how she includes her values and ethics into her business.
 
Erika’s journey to success was not an easy one and we love how honest this interview is. She shares with us all the successes and learning experiences. Erika went from a small salon on the bottom floor of a house, to opening 2 more right before a recession, closing them and moving to a beautiful space in the Neighborhood of the Arts where she operates out of today. 
 
Gallery Salon is located at 4 Elton Street Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 271-8340  
info@galleryhair.com
https://www.galleryhair.com/
 
For more information about BOSSY Roc visit www.BossyRoc.com
 
Produced by JazzCast Pros www.JazzCastPros.com
 
 
ABOUT THE GUEST
My name is Erika Sorbello and I’m the proud owner, stylist & curator of Gallery Salon. I grew up in a small town in central NY and moved to Rochester in 1997 to pursue an art degree at Nazareth College. After only 2 years,  I enrolled in Continental School of Beauty and graduated in 2000. I felt so lucky to have found such a perfect career path for me at such a young age. 
 
 
After 5 years in the industry, I opened Gallery in 2005 at our original location on University Ave. In 2014 we relocated and expanded to our current home at Elton Street. As an owner working behind the chair, I strive to keep up to date and coach and drive my team to do the same. 
 
We showcase and host an array of local artists, makers and their brands. Gallery Salon always has something new and handmade for you to purchase. I am very proud to say that Gallery Salon offers Gender Neutral Pricing and we are an official Safe Zone!
 
During my downtime, I’m generally with my greatest achievement, my daughter Viola, or my incredible other half - Nate, or with my friends and family enjoying everything Rochester has to offer. I'm honored to say, Gallery Salon welcomes all, creates beauty and urges uniqueness! 
 
Life has shaped me, molded me, changed me and inspired me into who I am today.
 
#newandnoteworthy #Business #Bossy #JazzCastPros #HairSalon #Pride #LGBTQ #GenderNeutral #SafeZone #MentalHealth #GallerySalon #Rochester #NewYork #Womenownedbusiness #SafeSpace