Work & Worthiness

Adrienne is a business lawyer who provides legal advice to the Vancouver Island Health Authority by day and legal training to business owners by night. In her evening work, she goes by the name The Gentle Lawyer with the not-so-covert mission of showing women business owners how law – both English common and natural – can and should work in their favour. Adrienne grew up near St. Brieux, Saskatchewan and achieved degrees in business and law before taking a winding career path through private practice, in-house counsel, entrepreneurship, government and in the areas of law, professional photography and healing arts. She now resides in Nanaimo, BC with her wonderful husband, Gregor, and their two fun-loving young children – Finn and Francesca. As an extroverted introvert, Adrienne loves nothing more than meeting friends for deep conversations over coffee and then cozying in with a fiction novel after the kids are fast asleep. :)Here's a snippet of what we chat about:Adrienne's journey to becoming The Gentle LawyerWhat lawyers are actually here to do for youWhy legally protecting your business is so importantHow contracts are protecting you and preserving your relationshipsHow legal can actually be loving and not scaryWhat are the most important ways to make sure you are protected as a business owner.What Adrienne's loving!Celebratory drink:ProseccoIced coffeeBook you’re reading or eyeing up: The rules of lawSong to listen to or genre of music: SilenceBusiness or brand to follow on social media: @iamgreerfrancesWellness practice: SilenceStay connected with Adrienne here:https://www.thegentlelawyer.com@thegentlelawyerStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

BIG news on today's episode — Work & Worthiness will be taking a pause for the next few months. We're taking some intentional time out to re-evaluate the podcast and the content we want to focus on. We're also going to be doing some fun things like re-record the intro & potentially even re-name it altogether! Thank you to everyone who has listened so far — we can't wait to come back even stronger, clearer & with more aligned energy for the podcast!We have one final guest episode to share with you before our big pause — and it's SUCH a good one! Watch for it in the coming weeks.Stay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

Leah Morris is a Life and Relationship Transition coach and the founder of Life Remade, a holistic personal coaching service. With a lifetime of experience and 6 years as a professional coach, she specializes in guiding people as they move through both short-term and long-term life transitions. Leah holds a BA in Organizational Communication, is certified in Transformational Life Coaching, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, and  Hypnotherapy. Largely driven by her core value of integrity, she has expanded beyond her solo coaching practice to include a coaching team trained in her very own Life Remade Method.What we discussed on today's episode:Leah's journey to becoming a holistic life coachLeah’s new book, The Integrity SessionsWhat living with integrity meansHow living with integrity isn’t always easy but it’s always worth itHow to lead your business with integrity How to navigate transitions as an entrepreneurPractical tools and advice to navigate life’s transitionsReal-life examples from Leah on Greer on what it means to live with integrityWhat Leah's Loving!Celebratory drink: Hot cup of coffeeBook: The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo Song: The BengsonsBusiness or brand to follow on social media: @jamieseaofficial Wellness practice: Curious MeditationFollow & Work With Leah Here:Website: liferemade.comIG: @leahemorrisPurchase a Copy of The Integrity Sessions Book: On Leah's WebsiteOn AmazonStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

Megan Pashak is the owner of PASH Collective, a space where she lets the multi-passionate creative in her bloom. She is always evolving but, in her heart, She is a grower, an artisan, an organizer, and a Yogi. PASH collective started 6 years ago when she quit her job, moved from the city to the farm and dove head first into discovering her passions and letting them bloom. Once in Saskatchewan, She started her Yoga teaching journey, began growing in the garden, started creating art from nature, and found her love for repurposing old treasures.PASH Collective is an evolving space. With a multi-passionate soul Megan is always growing, exploring and evolving from one passion to the next. Her hope is for you to follow along on the ride with her and find some inspiration for yourself.What we talk about in today's episode:Megan's journey of entrepreneurship & trying different businesses onBeing a multi-passionate entrepreneurHow to explore what your passion isGetting over perfectionism and just trying things outPutting passions on a shelfThat it’s okay to let go if it’s not fun anymoreSometimes passions need to be just for you and not monetizedWhat Megan's Loving:Beverage: Any smoked cocktailBooks:Breath by James NestorThe Practice by Seth GodinSong: Ohm SongBusiness or brand to follow on social media: In Her StudioWebsite: https://stampington.com/in-her-studio/IG: @stampingtonWellness practice: ReikiConnect with Megan here:Website: pashcollective.caIG: @pash.collectiveStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

In this final solo episode of the year, Greer talks about the process of leading yourself through an evolution in your life and business. Along with sharing her own struggles and identity crisis in her business over the past year, she also shares: Why getting back to the foundations is so important when going through an evolutionGetting in alignment with yourself amid changeThe importance of leading yourself through your own processesThings get a little emotional as she shares her plans for the year ahead and what to expect for 2024!Stay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

In today's episode, we've got a special guest as Greer sits down to chat with her partner, Brandon Panasiuk. Brandon is a practicing artist, educator, graphic designer and bar manager. He spent time at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, B.C. where he studied Integrated Media. In 2016, Brandon graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Saskatchewan with a focus on large scale acrylic painting. Since then, he has hosted 3 solo art exhibitions, been a part of several group shows and sold commissions across the country. Brandon also does design, print prep and installation for his father's large scale printing company, Stick Around Signs. He had the distinct honour of working with Align Creatives this past year as a junior designer and podcast editor; he will be editing this podcast lol. He also works as a freelance designer for local businesses in Saskatoon. He is deeply passionate about film, basketball, chess, coffee and building a life with his beautiful girlfriend; and their dog Lily. What we chatted about:Brandon’s journey & experience as an artistWhat advice Brandon would give to artists starting out or wanting to build their careersHow the digital age has changed artists getting discoveredWhat entrepreneurship and being an artist have in commonBeing part of something greater than youThe link between sports and artHow pouring passion into any subject can give it meaningGoing all in on something just for yourselfWhat it was like to work together this past summer!Here's What Brandon's Loving:Celebratory drink: Pistachio Vanilla Latte from The Night OvenBook: In My Own Moccasins by Helen KnottMusic:Who is the dreamer by Fried DoughFastland by ModeratBusiness or brand to follow on social media:@reederone@tristaneatonWellness practice: Lemon Water and Hot Epsom BathsFollow & See Brandon's Art here:@the_last_alkemistStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

Listen, I’ve been at this branding thing for a while now… like 14 years. I’ve seen the backend of hundreds of businesses and helped build countless successful brands. It’s safe to say I’ve picked up a few interesting takes on building a brand along the way.Today I’m sharing one of the most recent ones with you: The idea that Your Brand is a Healing Mask.‘What the hell do I mean by that’, you ask?You know when little kids get obsessed with a particular superhero and they wear their costume for days on end because it makes them feel like they are, indeed, that superhero? Your brand has the same effect.When you have this polished, powerful, beautiful version of your business presented to the world through your brand, you get the same feelings that kid in the superhero costume does… Confidence. Safety. Expression. You feel fearless and powerful. You start to embody all of the attributes more fully that your brand represents.You see, when we have a brand that feels like a natural extension of us, it can actually give us this boost of confidence that we didn’t even know we needed. It no longer feels so scary for us to show up on social media because we have this beautiful brand that is representing us. We feel safe to express ourselves more fully because there is this layer of protection that our brand is providing that doesn’t make it feel so vulnerable for us to show up behind.And this isn’t about being deceptive, or faking it until you make it. This is about understanding the role that your brand can play for you emotionally. And this isn’t true for everyone. Some people don’t need their brand to put on as a mask. Some people are perfectly fine to go without it and free-wheel their expression. I would say the majority of us feel vulnerable AF to stand there with absolutely nothing on, expressing ourselves and waiting for the potential praise or criticism, though. And I know that society tells us that we ‘shouldn’t be worried about what other people think’ but we’re human beings who have hurts and wounds and traumas that get activated and triggered when we show up to express ourselves. Especially in an online world that can be extremely judgmental and cruel at times.Wearing our brand as a healing mask allows us to slowly build up our resilience behind it. And to look stunning while doing it! To me, there is nothing wrong with using our brand in this way… dare I even say, really leaning into it? It’s no different than getting dressed and putting our makeup on every day. It’s an act of personal expression, of allowing ourselves to feel as confident as possible. We all deserve to feel that way in our business.I don’t think adding more beauty or confidence in the world can be a bad thing. So I say go ahead and wear that branding mask proudly! And if you’d like to curate your mask together, book in for an Icon Maker Call and let’s chat.Stay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

Genevieve Jones is the owner/operator of Prairie River Gardens in Saskatoon. She is a landscape designer, nature lover and conflicted entrepreneur. She co-creates gardens and landscapes with her clients and team in and around Saskatoon on Treaty 6 territory. She has a hot/cold relationship with her business and is always seeking inner peace when it comes to being an entrepreneur. She cannot express enough how her team, clients and co-workers/suppliers and contractors in this industry are the reason she keeps showing up to work. There are ups and downs but getting to work with people and with plants is truly a gift. Here's what we chatted about:What it's like to run a seasonal-based business & the challenges that come along with that.Setting boundaries for your team in an industry that rewards exhaustion.Being a female-led company in a male-dominated industry.How to bring nature into your yard & build it for activities you enjoy doing.How running a crew impacts Genevieve as a leader.How being empathetic to your team makes you a great leader.Ways to seek inner peace as an entrepreneur.What Genevieve's Loving:Celebratory drink: Guava Margarita at EarlsBooks:Bad Vibes Only by Norah McInernyNo Happy Endings by Norah McInernyViola Davis Finding MeSong to listen to: Cuff it by BeyonceBusiness or brand to follow on social media: Orca LivingWellness practice: ASMR — Josie BStay connected with Genevieve and Prairie River Gardens here:Website: https://www.prairierivergardens.ca/IG: https://www.instagram.com/prairierivergardens/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prairierivergardens/Exclusive Gift from Genevieve for listeners of Work & Worthiness!Clients receive 15% off the consultation fee if booked in May or July 2024 for rural (Warmen, Martensville) or residential (Saskatoon). Use Code: POD15% at the time of booking.(Booking calendar won't open until April 2024 and the Code expires July 31, 2024).. If you'd like to receive a reminder, fill out this form and Prairie River Gardens will send them an email once the calendar opens up: https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/650e0330d74564003ad45ebbStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

First off, no I am NOT currently pregnant. This solo episode is all about how I'm preparing, and have been preparing my business for motherhood (hopefully).Here's a peek at what I talk about:That there is no actual way to prepare for what I'm sure it will be likeMy perspective on it and what is coming up for meWorking with a nutritionist to prepare my bodyCleaning up my shit — in my business and lifeGetting a tighter schedule togetherGetting clear on my offersGetting clear on what I really want my life to look likeBuilding up my team & supportEstablishing myself in my industryTrying to curb my workaholism as much as possibleIf you're also planning on starting a family while running a business, give this episode a listen. Even if you're not planning on having kids, but want to shift the way your life looks inside of your business, this episode will be supportive for you! DISCLAIMER: I have no actual experience or idea what I'm talking about when it comes to running a business while also being a new mom so take this episode in with a grain of salt.Stay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com

Today's guest is someone I am so inspired by, and learning so much from lately!Samantha is someone who has an unreasonable passion for wine (and food!) and sharing that with the world. She is a fully certified sommelier, focusing on bringing wine education to you in an intimate and hospitable way, whether that be online, in your home, a class she hosts, or at a pop-up event (...and soon to be monthly wine club membership ;) Her lens on the world of wine is that behind each bottle, there are stories to be told. Stories of the people who produced it, the place in which the grapes were grown, and the history behind it. Not only that, but she believes that wine is a fuel for authentic connection. It is not merely alcohol to be consumed, it’s a liquid that inspires us, enriches our connections, and elevates our spirits.Here's what we chatted about on today's episode:Samantha’s journey to becoming a wine educator/sommelier.Origin stories of businesses and how it usually leads back to one pivotal moment.The importance of creating beautiful experiences with food, wine & good company.Getting innovative in the hospitality industry.How her approach to marketing wine is different from what is currently out there.Samantha’s take on why wine has become so popular over the years.Plus we did a live wine tasting throughout the episode!What Samantha's Loving:Celebratory drink: Grower's ChampagneBook: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, The Song of Significance by Seth GodinArtist: Tyler ChildersBusiness or brand to follow on social media: @thecosmiclaundryWellness practice: Fresh air, exercise, staying hydratedLinks from the show:Crushable Wine ClubAverill CreekWine FollyDivergence Brut NatureLongavi Glup País WineWine Aroma WheelFind and stay connected with Samantha Here:Website: Samantha-rae.caPodcast: The Elysian Wine ClubInstagram: @samantha.rae.ca@elysianwineclubStay connected with Greer Frances here:@iamgreerfranceswww.greerfrances.com