What's Her Story

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Welcome to What’s Her Story: the podcast for ambitious women who are ready to own their voice, pursue purpose over perfection, and use their story as a catalyst for change. I’m your host, Erica Akingboye, bestselling author, author coach and strategist to high-achieving, globally-minded women. Tune in each week for engaging solo and guest conversations. The truth is, I’m nosey! Every time I see a woman shining, living aligned & abundant in life & business, I wonder “oooh, what’s her story?!” I know this: Women who believe in themselves & their story are better equipped to help others transform. If you're ready to connect over honest conversations and be inspired by other impact-driven women on the same mission, you're in the right place!

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44. Language That Leads: How Your Words Shape Identity, Impact, and Influence

Is your language reinforcing the past—or fueling the future you're building?In this episode, we're kicking off a brand-new series on the podcast: Language That Leads. We're talking about how our words shape our identity, fuel our impact, and become the bridge between who we've been and who we're becoming.In this episode, we talk about:Why language is the foundation of leadership and legacyHow your beliefs are shaped by the words you think, speak, and hearWhat neuroscience and faith both say about the power of wordsA book that will help you rewire your brain for success before the end of the yearQuoteables:"Leadership is not about titles. It's about being intentional with your life and your words.""Our thoughts are words. And our words shape the story we're living.""Without intentionality, we default to autopilot—and often to old beliefs that no longer serve us."Links mentioned in this episode:The 67-Day Year by Dr. Shannon Irvine → Grab your copy + claim your bonuses here📩 DM me on Instagram: @erica.akingboye — I'd love to hear what came up for you in the journal prompt!Journal Prompt:Think of an area of your life where your words haven’t matched your vision.What would it sound like to speak from alignment instead of autopilot?Keywords:language that leads, leadership identity, power of words, self-leadership, brain rewiring, 67 Day Year book, impact-driven women, story-based leadership, identity and language, women in leadership

32 min

43: WING IT — A Playful Path Through Fear, Perfectionism & Taking Bold Action

Ever felt like you needed everything perfectly planned before starting? What if the way forward was actually to wing it?Today, we're talking about:The real blocks that keep high-achieving women from taking action on their big goalsWhy clarity—not confidence—is often the missing linkA playful 6-step “WING IT” method to help you move forward even when fear or perfectionism tries to hold you backHow taking imperfect, aligned action can shift your identity and unlock your next chapterQuoteables:“It is not a lack of capability—it’s just a lack of clarity.”“We are not letting overthinking keep us small and silent.”“Capability grows in the process. The best way to gain capability is to take action.”I'd love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? DM me on Instagram @erica.akingboyeReady to finally write the book you’ve been thinking about for years? Apply now for Author CoachingKeywords:overcoming perfectionism, take bold action, high-achieving women, aligned action, clarity vs. confidence, rewrite your story, ambitious women, midlife transformation, author coaching for women, storytelling for impact

33 min

42: 5 Life Lessons from Rachel Luna’s Legacy on Living Unfiltered & Unafraid

What if the boldest thing you could do is simply be fully yourself?In this heartfelt episode, I’m honoring my friend, mentor, and coach Rachel Luna by sharing five powerful lessons I learned from how she lived—unfiltered, unafraid, and fully in integrity.In this episode, we talk about:Why making a decision and making it work is a mindset shift that changes everythingHow to live congruently so your presence and values speak for themselvesThe courage it takes to live unfiltered and unafraidWhat it looks like to embody “this AND that” livingHow Rachel’s legacy inspires us to show up, shine, and share—without apologyQuoteables:“Make a decision and make it work.”“Aliveness is allowing ourselves to feel the full spectrum of emotions.”“A life fully lived leaves ripples that never fade.”I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway or favorite lesson from Rachel’s legacy? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye>>Grab a copy of Rachel Luna’s award-winning book, Permission to Offend>>Also go back and listen to Episode 9, where Rachel was a guest on What’s Her Story—it’s one of our most powerful episodes to date.

30 min

41: Ambition: Letting It Evolve, Feel Alive, and Fuel Your Next Chapter

Join ALIVE August inside the Catalyst Collective:We’re choosing alive habits that fuel our headspace, hormones, and homes. Think of it as a self-care cocktail, rooted in aliveness and intentional reinvention.Join Catalyst hereHas your ambition started to feel different in this season of life—and you're not sure what to do with it? Today, we’re talking about how to reframe ambition as alignment, aliveness, and personal growth—especially in seasons where hustle no longer fits.In this episode, we talk about:Three types of ambition: profit, potential, and personal growthThe difference between ambition driven by proving vs. becomingHow to let your ambition evolve with your season of lifeWhy following what feels alive leads to deeper purpose and impactQuoteables:“Maybe your ambition isn’t dead—it’s just evolved.”“You don’t have to monetize everything you’re passionate about for it to be worthy of your time.”“Ambition gets to be activated by curiosity, not pressure.”I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye

25 min

40: Expanding Your Capacity: How Nervous System Regulation Supports Writing, Business, and Growth

What if the stress you're feeling isn’t because you’re doing too much—but because your nervous system is maxed out?In today’s episode, we’re talking about how regulating your nervous system can expand your capacity for growth, creativity, and everything you desire beyond the book.Today, we’re talking about...How to recognize your fight, flight, or freeze response—and what to do about itSimple nervous system regulation tools to help you take aligned actionWhy emotional discomfort is often the gateway to expansionHow capacity work is essential to writing, leading, and building sustainablyQuoteables:"When we can expand our capacity for conflict, we also expand our capacity for joy, for abundance, for results.""Movement creates momentum. The magic happens when we take action anyway.""Writing your book is not just about sharing your story—it’s about who you become in the process."I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboyeApply for Aligned & Abundant Author – A 12-month immersive experience to write, launch, and leverage your book with ease and excellence. Book your clarity call → Apply here

15 min

39: The 4 Author Archetypes That Turn Books Into Brand Assets

📘 Grab the free guide: 4 Proven Book Archetypes That Build Your Brand, Authority & Impact → Download it here or DM me “archetype” on InstagramWhat if the kind of book you write is the secret to unlocking more aligned impact, authority, and income? In this episode, we're diving into the four proven author archetypes and how choosing the right one can turn your book into a true brand asset.Today, we’re talking about...Why not all books build authority—and how to write one that doesThe 4 Author Archetypes and how each one aligns with a different kind of impactHow your book can become a long-term business asset (not just a one-time project)Real examples of how positioning your book changes your resultsQuoteables:"This isn't about writing a book and hoping someone finds it—it's about writing one that works for you long after launch.""Your book becomes your brand lighthouse only if it reflects your identity and your goals.""When your book is aligned with your natural strengths, it becomes more than just a story—it becomes a strategy."I’d love to hear from you! Which archetype are you? DM me on Instagram @erica.akingboye and let’s talk about it!✨ Join the free masterclass: From Story to Authority: How to Turn Your Book into $10K (Even Without a Massive Audience) → Live on April 22 – Register here or DM me “authority” on IG

14 min

38: Beyond the Book: What Writing Unlocks for You and Your Business

What if writing your book wasn’t the end goal—but the beginning of your next big chapter? In this new series, Beyond the Book, we’re exploring how your book becomes the bridge to alignment, authority, abundance, and opportunities waiting beyond the page.Today, we're talking about...Why your book isn’t just a story—it’s a catalyst for transformationWhat most first-time authors get wrong about visibility, legacy, and impactThe real reason you feel called to write (hint: it’s bigger than a finished manuscript)How writing a book unlocks new clients, clarity, and confidence in your messageQuoteables:"The real reason you're called to write a book isn't just for the book itself—it's for the version of you it unlocks.""Books are more than content—they're catalysts.""Your story is a firestarter for your future business, message, and movement."I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye>> Grab the free guide: 4 Proven Book Types That Build Your Brand, Authority & Impact: Find Out Which Author Archetype You Are!→ Download it here or DM me “Archetype” on Instagram and I’ll send it to you!>> Join the Aligned & Abundant Author WaitlistDoors are opening soon! Be the first to know + get early access pricing → Join here

18 min

37. Write the Book You Needed: How Your Story Can Help Others

What if the book you’re meant to write is the one you needed to read years ago? Today, we’re talking about how your lived experiences, lessons, and struggles can serve as a roadmap for others—and even your future self.In this episode we're talking about...Why the best books come from lived experiences and personal transformationHow writing the book you needed can create impact, clarity, and legacyWhy your story holds the power to help others navigate their journeyHow to take the first step toward writing your book—starting todayQuotables:"Your past struggles, lessons, and growth can be a roadmap for others.""We write for the person we were, but sometimes, we’re also writing for our future self.""Let your next chapter be less of a push toward perfection and more of a magnetic pull toward purpose."I’d love to hear from you! What book did you need a few years ago? DM me on Instagram @erica.akingboye and let me know!📖 Grab Your Copy of Unperfect – If you haven’t read my book yet, you can get your copy here🚀 Join the Aligned & Abundant Author Waitlist – My six-month program to help you write, launch, and monetize your book is opening soon! Join the waitlist here

20 min

36. The Invisible Workload of Women: How to Lighten the Mental Load

Why do women carry the mental weight of managing everything—and what happens when we start letting go? Today, we’re talking about the invisible workload of women, how it drains us, and practical ways to reduce it so we can reclaim our energy and focus on what truly matters.Today, we're talking about...What the invisible workload is and why women bear the brunt of itHow this hidden labor impacts our energy, well-being, and ambitionsFour actionable strategies to lighten the load and create more balanceHow The Let Them Experiment can help you shift your mindset and release controlQuoteables:"If anyone needs to be well-nourished, it’s the women leading, mothering, creating, and making an impact.""The invisible workload is heavy—put it down, girl. It doesn’t all have to be yours to carry.""Small daily shifts matter. Every adjustment we make to lighten our load adds up to big results."I’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye🚀 Join The Let Them Experiment – A 31-day experience to help you release control, set boundaries, and reclaim your energy. Sign up here.Let’s start reducing the invisible workload together!

22 min

35. From Exhausted to Empowered: Why Releasing Control is the Key to Growth & Vibrancy

Imagine what would shift in your life if you actively practiced letting go of control in small, powerful ways. Today, we’re diving into why releasing control can bring more peace, clarity, confidence and vibrancy to your life—and how small shifts can lead to big transformations.Today, we're talking about...Why control is an illusion and how it drains your energyThe 3 truths about letting go and what happens when you doHow releasing control leads to more growth, ease, and vibrancyThe Let Them Experiment—a 31-day challenge to shift your mindset and reclaim your energyI’d love to hear from you! What’s your biggest takeaway? Tag me on Instagram @erica.akingboye🚀 Join The Let Them Experiment – A 31-day guided journey to release control, step into ease, and reclaim your energy. Sign up before March 1st to access an exclusive mid-month coaching session! Sign up here. Let’s do this together—starting March 1st! 🎉

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