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My Aligned Purpose Podcast is your go-to space for women entrepreneurs ready to dream bigger, build million-dollar brands, and grow thriving businesses. For over 5.5 years, we’ve been guiding women around the world in combining strategy with soul—blending sales, marketing, manifestation, mindset, and community to create unstoppable growth. Hosted by Nicole Crone and Kaila Pilecki, Co-CEO's of My Aligned Purpose, this podcast brings you powerful conversations, actionable insights, and the encouragement you need to take bold steps forward. Nothing is off limits—we talk about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the realities of scaling, and the inner work it takes to align your business with your purpose. Each week, you’ll leave feeling inspired, supported, and motivated to step into the next level of your vision. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling into seven figures, this podcast is here to remind you that you’re not alone—and that with the right mix of strategy and alignment, anything is possible. It’s time to tap into community, embrace abundance, and grow your business on purpose.

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June 15, 202652 min

Ep. 591: Big Brand Energy: How to Build Fame, Visibility & a Profitable Personal Brand" ft. Katrina Owens

What if the thing holding you back from being seen isn't strategy — it's the story you're telling yourself about what you're allowed to want?In this episode, I'm sitting down with Katrina Owens -PR strategist, personal brand coach, and the founder of the Big Brand Energy event, for a conversation that is equal parts real talk and permission slip.Katrina spent nearly 11 years in corporate before walking out of a job the week of her 30th birthday after being told she wasn't worth a six-figure salary. That moment of rejection became her redirection — and now she helps entrepreneurs build fame-ready personal brands that open doors to paid speaking, brand partnerships, and serious visibility.In this episode we cover:Why "I want to have an impact" is often code for something else entirelyThe truth about fame — and why it's actually a spectrum you get to designHow Katrina went from running a PR agency to building a six-figure personal brandThe real reason hosting live events is one of the most powerful brand-building moves you can makeMoney mindset, cashflow, and why debt can actually be a business toolWhat it looks like to want what you want without justifying itConnect with Katrina: 📲 Instagram: @KatrinaOwensPR 🎙️ Podcast: Fame Ready 📖 Book: Coming Fall 2026 — follow Katrina on Instagram for update

June 15, 202632 min

Ep 590: The Price of Freedom: How Entrepreneurs Show Up & Do the Hard Stuff Anyway

This week on TGIM, Nicole gets real about the unseen price of entrepreneurship, AKA the moments you don’t want to show up, the tasks that feel tedious, and the invisible work that builds freedom later. If you’ve ever struggled to start the work you know matters, procrastinated on big goals, or wondered why the freedom everyone promises feels just out of reach, this episode is for you.Nicole dives into how reframing “hard” work as the price of entry can shift your mindset, your energy, and your results - without burning out or hating the process. She shares the tools and strategies she uses to overcome resistance, make decisions without negotiation, gamify her work, and connect every task to her bigger vision.What you’ll take away from this episode:How to reframe tasks you don’t want to do as the price you pay for freedom, growth, and resultsWhy resistance is normal, and how to move through it without guilt or frustrationStrategies to "shrink the window" and tackle overwhelming tasks in manageable chunksHow to connect your work to your bigger vision so it feels energizing instead of tediousTips for building reward systems that motivate and sustain your focusHow committing to yourself and your priorities creates long-term time freedomWhether you’re tackling admin, batch-recording content, or hustling toward your next launch, this episode will help you see the hard work as the investment it truly is, and finally enjoy the rewards of showing up consistently.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizGrab your ticket for SHE LEADS: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027Pre-order our book: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/presale

June 11, 202633 min

Ep 589: The Unpopular Opinions That Made Our Business Work (Plus, Our Future Predictions!)

Hi Biz Besties! In this week’s episode, Nicole and Kaila dive into the unpopular opinions of the coaching and entrepreneurial world. They share why breaking the rules and doing things your way (not following trends or copycat strategies) can actually help you grow a business that aligns with your values and your life.From client relationships to ads and launches, they unpack the mindset shifts and practical approaches that allow you to serve your clients deeply while staying authentic. Plus, they share predictions for the next six years in their business and the industry, including what they’re excited to see evolve for women entrepreneurs.What you’ll takeaway from this episode:Why you don’t have to separate your personal life from your business to be professional. Being yourself can actually deepen client connections.How over-reliance on trends, influencer advice, or “magic strategies” can derail your business growth.The importance of thoughtful execution over impulsive action—especially when rolling out offers or ads.How promoting your work from a place of service (not pushiness) builds trust and lasting relationships.Why writing your own rules and trusting your instincts is essential to success as an entrepreneur.Predictions for the next six years: tiered offers, more in-person masterminds, and the evolving role of AI in business.If you’ve ever felt pressure to conform to trends, copy someone else’s path, or hide your true self in business, this episode is your permission slip to do it your way and thrive.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizCheck out SHE LEADS 2027: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027

June 8, 202623 min

Ep 588: Stop Waiting for “Someday” and Start Showing Up for Yourself Today

In this week’s TGIM episode, Nicole dives into a topic that hits close to home for so many of us: when your intentions, goals, and actions aren’t actually lining up. This episode will help you uncover why and how to start taking aligned, effective action.We talk about common patterns that keep women entrepreneurs stuck:Someday thinking – waiting for the “perfect moment” to start instead of acting now.Preparation as procrastination – endlessly planning or learning instead of taking the steps that matter.Busywork avoidance – staying overwhelmed with low-priority tasks to avoid the scary, important ones.Nicole shares a simple but powerful daily practice to break these patterns: carving out a small space in your workspace and asking yourself “What are my top three actions I am taking today?”. She explains how starting small and consistently showing up can dramatically shift your results and your confidence.If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and want to start seeing real progress in your business and life, this episode will give you practical ways to start today.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizGrab your ticket for SHE LEADS: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027

June 4, 202646 min

Ep 587: Celebrating 6 Years of My Aligned Purpose: 6 Juicy Questions with Your Biz Besties

In this week’s Biz Besties episode, we’re celebrating 6 years (!!) of building My Aligned Purpose and reflecting on the lessons we’ve learned along the way through 6 questions. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure how to step into your next level as an entrepreneur, this episode is for you.We dive deep into the moments that shaped us, the mindset shifts that encouraged growth, and how investing in yourself can change everything about your business and life.What you’ll take away from this episode:How asking yourself the right questions can reveal where you’re outgrowing old patterns and identities.The role of self-investment in scaling your business, without burning out or losing sight of your values.Why celebrating milestones (even the small wins) can create momentum for your next level.How motherhood, partnerships, and life outside of business influence the way you lead.Lessons on overcoming self-doubt, perfectionism, and people-pleasing that keep you stuck.A framework for reflecting on your journey, clarifying your purpose, and stepping confidently into the version of you who succeeds.If you’ve been craving confidence and a reminder that growth often feels uncomfortable before it feels magical, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and move forward in alignment. Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizSign up for our newsletter: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/newsletterGrab your ticket for SHE LEADS: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027

June 1, 202617 min

Ep 586: The Books, Quotes, & Mantras That Got Me Through It All

In this TGIM episode, Nicole shares the books, quotes, and lessons that have carried her through some of the toughest and most transformative moments in her life. From leaving her teaching career to stepping fully into entrepreneurship, Nicole explores the mindset shifts, money lessons, and personal development tools that shaped the woman and business owner she is today.Whether you’re navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, or simply a period of transition, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration to help you step into the next level of your life with courage and alignment.What You’ll Take Away From This Episode:The books that helped Nicole leave a safe career and step into entrepreneurshipHow mindset, manifestation, and money energetics changed her relationship with abundanceLessons on self-worth, confidence, and stepping into your next-level selfQuotes and mantras to guide you through challenging momentsPractical ways to integrate lessons from books into everyday life and businessWhy faith and perspective can be more powerful than strategy aloneResources Mentioned:You Are a Badass by Jen SinceroWe Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel RodgersRich As Fuck by Amanda FrancesMoney: A Love Story by Kate NorthrupThe Source by Dr. Tara SwartAsk and It Is Given by Esther HicksTake our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizGrab your ticket for SHE LEADS: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027Join Make A Lot of Money, Have a Lot of Fun Free Week (June 1-5): https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/fun

May 28, 202638 min

Ep 585: The Version of You Who Succeeds Invests in Herself First (And This Is How)

Hi Biz Besties! In today’s episode, we’re bringing one of our favourite conversations from inside Aligned CEO Method onto the podcast because the mindset shifts that came out of this call were too good not to share.What started as a conversation about offers and business strategy turned into something much deeper: how you think about investing in yourself, your business, and your future.We’re talking about the difference between seeing everything as a cost versus viewing it as an investment… and how that one mindset shift can completely change the way you grow. Here’s what we’re diving into today:Why the way you think about spending money impacts the results you create, and how shifting from “this cost me” to “this is growing me” changes everything.We talk about invisible returns: confidence, relationships, capacity, skill-building, opportunities, and becoming the version of yourself who can hold bigger success.If you’ve been waiting until you feel “ready” to get support, we’re reframing what expansion actually looks like and how to know what to delegate first.We share stories about coaching, masterminds, events, and why your next opportunity often comes through the rooms you decide to enter.No coach, strategist, ads manager, or mastermind can do the work for you. We talk about taking ownership of your results and fully stepping into your next level.We also share real examples from our own business journey, from investments that stretched us, lessons learned from hiring, and why some of our biggest breakthroughs came after moments that initially felt uncomfortable.If you’ve been questioning whether investing in yourself is “worth it,” consider this your reminder: sometimes the return isn’t immediate income. Sometimes the return is becoming the woman who creates more of it.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizSign up for our weekly newsletter: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/newsletter

May 25, 202636 min

Ep 584: The Real Reason You’re Not Hitting $10K Months In Your Business Yet

If you’ve been stuck at the same income level in your business and wondering why nothing seems to be changing, this episode is for you.This is an honest conversation about the patterns that keep women entrepreneurs stuck in scarcity, overworking, constantly tweaking their offers, and chasing the next “perfect” strategy- all while avoiding the deeper mindset and energetic work that actually creates abundance.I’m sharing the exact shifts I made after years of debt and under-earning, and why your identity, self-worth, magnetism, and relationship with money matter so much more than another funnel or perfectly polished Instagram post.If you’ve been craving more income, more ease, and more confidence in your business, this episode will challenge you to stop focusing only on what you’re doing and start looking at who you’re being.In this episode, we chat about:Why your business may feel stuck at the same income levelThe difference between a strategy problem and an identity problemHow scarcity energy repels money and opportunitiesThe mindset patterns keeping women from their first $10K monthWhy execution without energetic alignment keeps you stuckThe power of magnetism, self-trust, and abundanceHow your beliefs about money shape your realityWhy mindset work has to come before strategyThe habits and practices that create true abundanceWhat wealthy, magnetic women do differentlyLet this episode be your reminder that your next level in business begins the moment you become the version of you who truly believes she’s worthy of receiving more.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quiz

May 22, 202633 min

Ep 583 How to Get Found by AI: Personal Branding, Answer Engine Optimization & Visibility Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs with Monique Bryan

Monique Bryan is a personal brand and AI strategist based in Toronto, Canada. After a career in fashion, entrepreneurship, and a cancer diagnosis that reshaped her relationship with visibility, she launched her personal branding agency nine years ago. Today she helps women entrepreneurs build brands that get found — by humans and by machines. Her AI Brand Audit scores your online presence across five key categories and tells you exactly how to fix what's holding you back from being recommended by AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude.Monique is offering her AI Brand Audit completely free to our community. Use code PURPOSE at checkout to get 100% off. The audit scores your brand on five dimensions — audience clarity, problem clarity, differentiation, proof, and AI readability — and gives you a custom action plan to improve each one.In this episode of My Aligned Purpose, host Nicole sits down with Monique Bryan, Toronto-based personal brand and AI strategist with 15+ years in the branding industry. Monique shares how she went from fashion graduate to jewelry designer to cancer survivor to building a nine-year personal branding agency — and why the rise of AI has completely redefined what it means to be discoverable online.

May 21, 202635 min

Ep 582: This Is Why You Need To Take Time Off As A Business Owner

In this episode of Biz Besties, we're diving into the importance of taking time off as business owners, and especially as mothers. Kaila shares her recent two-week vacation to France, the behind-the-scenes planning, and why stepping away from your business can be the difference-maker.From setting boundaries and ensuring your business can run without you, to taking the leap and trusting that everything will work out, this episode is all about creating sustainability, finding balance, and learning how to recharge without guilt.Here's what you'll learn in today's episode:Why it's non-negotiable for business owners (especially moms!) to step away from the grind and prioritize rest.How planning ahead with a strong team and setting clear boundaries ensures your business thrives, even when you're not working.The importance of transitioning from scarcity to abundance, and how taking time off actually fuels your business growth.Kaila's reflections on her trip to France, including the challenges of leaving her business for two weeks and why it was worth it.OUR CHALLENGE TO YOU: Take one week off between now and September and discover how you can still keep your business thriving while you rest. We challenge you to plan ahead and step away with confidence.Join us for this candid conversation and get inspired to prioritize your well-being while scaling your business.Take our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizGrab your ticket for SHE LEADS: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2027