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In this weekâs episode, weâre re-airing one of our top episodes with Alisa Vitti, a pioneer of female biohacking, and a womenâs hormone and functional nutrition expert.
Have you heard of the cycle syncing craze? This method uses our menstrual cycle to help us plan our diet, exercise routine, social calendar, and more. This means our cycles can actually be our super power!
Womenâs hormones are dynamic and constantly changing throughout the month. How we feel and show up in our bodies and the world shifts with the fluctuations of our hormones. Our guest, Alisa Vitti has come up with a way to use these ebbs and flows to our advantage.
In this episode youâll learn:
* Why cycle syncing matters and how to start today
* Why women need to prioritize self care and what that looks like
* The impact of male-centric research on womenâs bodies
* How to live with reverence for our miraculous bodies
* And moreâŠ
As a researcher and author, Vitti has published 2 best-selling and beloved books WomanCode and In the FLO. She uncovered the Infradian Rhythm and created The Cycle Syncing Method which has become a viral wellness movement on social with #cyclesyncing used over 125M times. As one of the earliest femmetech entrepreneurs, she has built the next gen hormone care platform for women through her company FLO Living via its programs, supplements and top ranked hormone care app, MyFLO, with its patented technology to help you get to the root causes of your symptoms.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Alisa:
* Website: https://www.floliving.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floliving/
* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/alisa.vitti/
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In this weekâs episode, weâre re-airing one of our top episodes with Jeanine Lobell, founder of Stila Cosmetics & Neen.
After dropping out of high school and trying to forge her own path in the world, serial entrepreneur and world-renowned celebrity makeup artist Jeanine Lobell fell in love with cosmetics. Thanks to her try-anything attitude and strong work ethic, she quickly moved up the ranks to work on famous faces like Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman for the covers of Vogue and Vanity Fair.
When Jeanine founded Stila in 1994, with its professional-grade colors and ultra-wearable formulas in recyclable packaging, it took the makeup world by storm and earned a cult following almost overnight. She saw unprecedented growth in the first five years and had numerous investors scrambling to buy the company, which she ultimately sold to Estee Lauder in 1999.
Now, she is disrupting the beauty industry all over again with her direct-to-consumer brand, Neen, the first-ever subscription-based card that offers new ways to play with makeup and experience tutorials. In this episode, Jeanine speaks to us about how she discovered her purpose as a high-school dropout and someone who was regularly fired from jobs early in her career.
We discuss how Jeanine finally realized her worth, what her superpowers were as a first-time founder when she launched Stila, and the advice she has for women who are looking to make a similar leap in their careers. We also take a look at the importance of having an abundance mindset, owning who you authentically are, finding your own voice, and so much more!
In this episode, weâll talk to Jeanine about:
* Breaking free from the âprisonsâ of othersâ opinions. [03:24]
* Why Jeanine went to mime school in Paris. [07:47]
* Lessons in entrepreneurship from a hot dog stand. [11:39]
* Why none of the stops on your journey are a mistake. [13:20]
* Rising through the beauty industry ranks. [15:31]
* Self-compassion as a first-time founder. [17:14]
* The origin story of Stila. [22:12]
* Thoughts on competition, comparison, and abundance. [27:01]
* Being a first-time mom and a first-time founder. [30:02]
* Why we're all works in progress. [39:37]
* Selling her first company to Estee Lauder. [41:02]
* Overcoming hardship as a serial entrepreneur. [44:19]
* Neenâs subscription cards. [48:06]
* Success expectations versus reality. [50:06]
* Common mistakes first-time founders make. [52:41]
* Balancing accountability with self-kindness. [57:52]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Jeanine:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeaninelobell/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareneen/
* Website: https://weareneen.com/
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In this weekâs episode, weâre re-airing one of our top episodes with April Gargiulo, the Founder and CEO of Vintner's Daughter, a cult favorite nutrient-powered skincare brand.
Vintnerâs Daughter was founded on the principles of unparalleled quality and efficacy, inspired by Aprilâs background in the world of fine winemaking and its uncompromising standards.
Admittedly, she knew very little about the skincare industry when she first founded the brand in 2013, but one thing she knew well was how to extract the finest ingredients from plants. After suffering from cystic acne and hyperpigmentation her whole life, April discovered the products she was using were actually made from cheap synthetics, and it was then that she decided to create her own all-natural, multi-beneficial skincare. She launched the Vitnerâs Daughter brand with just one product: the Active Botanical Serum, which famously attracted the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, Hailey Bieber, and others who swear by its skin-clearing benefits.
In our conversation, April offers some insight into the process of starting her business from her living room with absolutely no knowledge of the beauty industry and she explains how throwing out the rulebook allowed her to stand out in a highly saturated market. We also discuss how she grew into a multimillion-dollar business with only one product and zero investors, the power of meditation and staying true to yourself, and so much more!
In this episode, we'll talk to April about:
* Why April calls herself risk-averse and how she overcame it. [03:18]
* How two entrepreneurial parents shaped April. [04:50]
* Life before Vintner's Daughter: from design to winemaking. [05:56]
* The story of the sabbatical April took, the apothecary she visited, and how it inspired her first product, the Active Botanical Serum. [12:37]
* Other ideas April explored before launching Vintner's Daughter. [15:23]
* The early days of product development and launch. [16:58]
* Moments of doubt and the motivation to keep going. [19:58]
* Growing brand awareness with minimal marketing funds. [23:33]
* Scaling, running a business from her living room, working mom hours, and more! [25:20]
* Committing to a single SKU over trends. [27:13]
* Staying vision-aligned and impact-focused. [29:54]
* Her approach to funding and building without investors. [32:02]
* The value of a supportive advisory community. [35:50]
* The transformative power of meditation and authenticity. [37:18]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow April:
* Website: https://vintnersdaughter.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vintnersdaughter/
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In this weekâs episode, weâre re-airing one of our top episodes with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, the founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine.
Not prioritizing your muscle can have disastrous consequences such as excessive weight gain, insulin resistance, and much more. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is our guest, and sheâs talking all about muscle and protein.
In this episode youâll learn:
* Why strength training is important for women
* How much protein we need to build and maintain muscle
* Why being overweight might be a muscle issue, not a fat issue
* And more...
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in Nutritional Science and Geriatrics and is board certified in Family Medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition, Vitamin, and Mineral Metabolism at the University of Illinois. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is the founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric MedicineÂź and has a private practice that services the leaders, innovators, mavericks, Special Operations military, and executives in their respective fields.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Dr. Gabrielle:
* Website: https://drgabriellelyon.com/
* Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon
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Kat Cole is the CEO of AG1 (formerly known as Athletic Greens), the global health company that pioneered Foundational Nutrition support with a comprehensive and convenient daily supplement.
Kat has built an incredible career grounded in resilience, grit, and a passion for leadership. Growing up, Kat witnessed her motherâs strength firsthand when, at just nine years old, her mom left her alcoholic dad and became a single parent to Kat and her two sisters. From an early age, Kat learned the value of hard work and determination. As the first in her family to go to college, she supported herself financially by working at Hooters, and ultimately left school to take on a corporate roles with the company. By the age of 26, she was Vice President, leading global growth through franchising, training, and operations and helped lead Hootersâ sale to a private equity firm in 2010. Kat went on to spend over a decade as President and COO at Focus Brands, where she led a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of global restaurant brands with brands like Cinnabon, McAlister's, and Jamba under her leadership.
In this conversation, Kat dives into her journey from childhood to becoming a powerhouse in business, highlighting how curiosity, a strong work ethic, and embracing change have fueled her growth from the very start. She shares her biggest lessons from running multiple brands at scale, how she gets involved to be the most effective leader, and why she prioritizes quality and constant improvement to keep brands fresh and relevant. We also discuss her experience taking a year off, her insights as an angel investor, what she looks for when investing in brands, and how she got involved with AG1. Kat also talks about the importance of listening to intuition and trusting your gut with every decision, as well as her grounding routines that keep her balanced and focused, and so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Kat about:
* Why we shouldnât let our past solely define us. [03:34]
* Katâs childhood and upbringing. [05:37]
* Katâs career journey, leading her to AG1. [07:58]
* Katâs drive to achieve success. [10:54]
* The importance of not knowing the truth. [16:25]
* How Kat cultivates comfort in new situations. [20:01]
* Leadership and creating a safe environment. [24:25]
* Taking a year gap to reevaluate her career path. [31:36]
* Leaving Focus Brands and transitioning to AG1. [35:20]
* AG1âs commitment to product quality. [38:33]
* AG1âs product iteration and innovation. [41:41]
* The necessity of evolution in business. [46:06]
* Katâs grounding routines. [49:41]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Kat:
* Website: https://drinkag1.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkag1/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katcoleatl/
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Kym Gold is a visionary entrepreneur, co-founder of True Religion, the iconic denim brand that redefined premium jeans, and most recently, the founder of dumĂŠ, a homeware line that blends her signature aesthetic with artisanal craftsmanship.
As the co-founder of True Religion Jeans, Kym redefined fashion with her rockstar style, fearless vision and unwavering determination. Her entrepreneurial journey began at 18 on the Venice Beach Boardwalk, where she resold irregular clothing items, eventually leading her to launch several successful brands. Known for her transformative approach to business, Kym later co-founded True Religion, a brand that would become one of the biggest names in denim history. After selling the company for over $800 million, Kym focused on family and pursued new creative paths in filmmaking and interior design. A trailblazer and role model, sheâs now channeling decades of business and design expertise into her luxury homeware brand, dumĂŠ.
In this weekâs episode, Kym Gold shares her journey from dropping out of college to her early entrepreneurial ventures and the founding of True Religion. She reflects on the pressures of entrepreneurship, her unique upbringing as an identical triplet, and the sacrifices she made to build her brand, including living in debt and staying in hotels with her three children. Kym opens up about prioritizing passion over profit, choosing peace over millions when taking her company public, and her belief in resilience, self-care, and the power of community among women. As she launches dumĂŠ, she discusses timeless business fundamentals, the art of hiring, and teamwork. This episode will leave you inspired to embrace change and pursue your passions, regardless of age or circumstances.
In this episode, weâll talk to Kym about:
* Enjoying the journey and being in the moment. [03:42]
* How self-care alleviates pressure. [05:25]
* Growing up as an identical triplet. [11:48]
* Kymâs unique hustle, defying family expectations. [13:03]
* From real estate license to selling garments and being a college dropout. [15:16]
* Asking questions and not accepting "no" as an answer. [20:27]
* Founding True Religion with $250K in debt and living with three kids in a hotel. [24:21]
* Taking True Religion public. [32:22]
* Leaving the company to prioritize peace of mind. [34:27]
* Why family and legacy are more important than business. [37:46]
* The inspiration behind dumĂŠ. [41:31]
* The challenges of starting dumĂŠ. [44:18]
* Kymâs lessons from hiring her team. [46:12]
* Why organization is essential in life and business. [49:07]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Kym:
* Website: https://dumae.co/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumaeofficial/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kym.gold/
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Today we have an extra special conversation to share that dives DEEP into seed cyclingâWhat is it? Who is it for? How do you do it? And how does food work to balance hormones?
We answer it all in this EPIC conversation with Dr. Mindy Pelz and our co-founders, Yasmin & Kaya. If you're wondering whether or not to start seed cycling, listen up. And if you've been using seed cycling to support your hormones, you're going to learn so much about why these powerful seeds have so many benefits.
In this episode youâll learn:
* What seed cycling is
* Yasminâs post-birth control experience
* Kayaâs postpartum journey with seed cycling
* Research behind the seeds and their nutrients
* Who can benefit from seed cycling
* Who shouldnât seed cycle
* And moreâŠ
Dr. Mindy Pelz is a leading holistic health expert dedicated to revolutionizing women's health. Through her signature â5-Step Approachâ, she has empowered hundreds of thousands globally to unlock their bodyâs healing potential with fasting, food, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Her private coaching group, The Reset Academy, teaches women to align fasting with hormonal health.
Dr. Mindy is passionate about helping people reclaim their health. Her YouTube channel, featuring fasting and holistic health tips, has amassed over 26 million views. She is the bestselling author of The Menopause Reset, The Reset Factor, and The Reset Kitchen. Additionally, her podcast, âThe Resetter Podcast,â ranks among Appleâs top 40 U.S. science podcasts, featuring influential guests like Marianne Williamson, Dave Asprey, and Dr. Christiane Northrup.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Dr. Mindy:
* Website: https://drmindypelz.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/
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Jennie Yoon is the founder and CEO of Los Angeles-based direct to consumer jewelry brand, Kinn Studio.
Kinn Studio was born out of loss. In 2015, her family home was robbed and all of her family heirlooms and jewelry were stolen. Thatâs when Jennie decided she wanted to find a way to replace the antique jewelry her parents lost. After searching for the right jeweler to help her recreate those one of a kind pieces, and getting so many compliments from people, Jennie decided to launch Kinn Studio in 2017 as a side hustle.
In this weekâs episode, Jennie shares her key mindset shifts that helped her transition from corporate to the start up world, the challenges she faced growing up as a young woman moving to America from Korea, and how those experiences impacted her life. Jennie also explains how she made the bold decision to stop playing it safe and pursue her dreams with her jewelry business. She describes how her genuine curiosity led her to learn about the industry, how she used her own money to set it up as a side hustle, and how she persevered despite facing many rejections. Jennie also shares her strategic approach to launching the brand, the moment she realized she was onto something big, and how she finally came to the decision to quit her full-time job. She talks to us about the steps she took to build her brand and refine her messaging, and how she's mastered time management, which has helped her succeed not only as a founder & CEO but also as a mother of two.
In this episode, weâll talk to Jennie about:
* Skills and mindset shifts that fueled her entrepreneurial journey. [02:57]
* Jennieâs childhood and early influences. [05:40]
* Her HR role at MySpace and early business interests. [08:33]
* Jennieâs MBA experience: gaining knowledge and building networks. [12:45]
* Meeting the Casetify founder and joining the team. [14:24]
* The importance of time management and self-learning. [18:24]
* Inspiration for Kinn Studio and turning passion into business. [21:02]
* Early product launches and self-funding Kinn Studio. [22:14]
* Building brand awareness from the start. [25:31]
* Initial brand strategies and how she engaged with customers. [32:01]
* Finding a unique angle in the market. [34:44]
* Jennieâs business thought process. [40:20]
* Time optimization tips for entrepreneurs. [46:55]
* How Jennie navigates challenging moments. [51:43]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Jennie:
* Website: https://kinnstudio.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinnstudio/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennieyyoon/
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Tata Harper is the founder of Tata Harper Skincare, a luxury clean beauty brand known for its non-toxic, high-performance products, handcrafted on an organic farm in Vermont.
When her stepfather was diagnosed with cancer in 2007, Tata began questioning the safety of everyday products and what she was putting on her own body. This inspired her to develop a skincare line that prioritized natural ingredients, sustainability, and effective results without harmful chemicals. What began as a personal mission in her Vermont kitchen has grown into a globally recognized brand, with products formulated on her organic farm using over 300 raw ingredients sourced from around the world. Today, Tata Harper Skincare is available at top retailers like Sephora, Nordstrom, and Saks, as well as in luxury spas across the globe.
In this weekâs episode, Tata shares how growing up in Colombia sparked her love for self-care and beauty rituals.Though her mom encouraged her to study industrial engineering, she grew to love it, gaining problem-solving skills that shaped her career. Tata recounts her journey from working in real estate to experimenting on her organic farm, where she created the skincare products she had always imagined.
Tata discusses the years of trial and error that went into building her brand and how planning, routines, and community support helped her stay balanced. She shares how she found confidence without a skincare background and offers advice for entrepreneurs starting outside their expertise.
We dive into the emotional but strategic decision to sell her company in 2022 and her experience navigating that process. As a mom of three, Tata opens up about the challenges of juggling business and family, highlighting the importance of self-care, friendships, and embracing uncertainty along the wayâand much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Tata about:
* Tataâs Colombian upbringing and entrepreneurial drive. [03:49]
* Early ventures and key lessons [07:36]
* Learning by doing without formal training. [19:45]
* Inspiration behind Tata Harper Skincare. [22:00]
* Building a manufacturing facility on their farm. [31:27]
* Why making a revolutionary product takes time. [34:28]
* Tata Harper Skincareâs sustainability efforts. [38:23]
* Getting featured in Vogue. [41:40]
* Managing business momentum and motherhood. [42:32]
* Benefits of a business partner. [53:04]
* Balancing business and personal life. [56:01]
* Action as an antidote to fearâwhy staying busy helps. [59:20]
* Selling Tata Harper Skincare [01:01:31]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Tata:
* Website: https://tataharperskincare.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tataharperskincare/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tataharper/
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Weight loss is a nuanced topic that can be especially challenging for women. Much of the information out there feels black and white, impersonal, and disconnected from a holistic view of health, leaving many without clear guidance. Thatâs why we invited one of our favorite doctors to help us clarify, debunk outdated myths, and provide effective strategies that wonât compromise your health in the long term. The path may be bumpy, but prioritizing your health is always worth it!
In this episode youâll learn:
* When the scale is and isnât important
* Labs to look at if you just canât lose weight
* Top foods and supplements for weight loss
* How hormones impact body composition
* Natural options for GLP-1 agonists
* And moreâŠ
Dr. Anjali Dsouza is an integrative and functional medicine doctor specifically interested in helping high-achieving but overscheduled women achieve their best health. She runs a practice in DC called the District Center for Integrative Medicine, and she can be found on Instagram @anjalidsouzamd. Dr. Dsouza also runs a private network, Your Goddess Health Unleashed, for women interested in coming together and learning about maximizing their health outcomes.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Dr. Anjali:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anjalidsouzamd/
* Medical Practice: https://dcimedicine.com/dr-anjali-dsouza/
* To Join Her Women's Health Network, Your Goddess Health Unleashed: contact [email protected]
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Dr. Julie Chung is the co-founder of T3, a premium hair tool brand known for its sleek, innovative designs that deliver professional-grade styling results.
Growing up, Julie always knew she wanted to pursue medicine but had a passion for fashion and beauty as well. It wasnât until she met her then-boyfriend Kent that her love for beauty was reignited. Their journey began in 2003 when they both realized that Julie would apply skincare and makeupâusing only premium products that made her skin glowâonly to finish with an inexpensive hair dryer that would ruin her hair. Kent saw her frustration and created their first product: the T3 Featherweight hair dryer. The brand quickly became a hit, selling out multiple times and eventually winning over retailers who were initially hesitant to stock it. Today, the company remains 100% privately owned by both Julie and Kent and is ranked as the #3 hair tools brand in the United States.
In this week's episode, we chat with Julie Chung about her journey from medicine to entrepreneurship and how she manages to balance both worlds. Julie shares how embracing uncertainty has been key to thriving as both a physician and co-founder of T3. She opens up about taking a year off from medical school, her parents' concerns, and how that decision ultimately steered her into entrepreneurship. She also reflects on the pivotal moments that led her and her now-husband Kent to launch T3, how they pushed past skeptics who didnât understand their vision for hair tools, and the challenges of balancing her medical career with building a successful business. Julie discusses her personal journey with infertility, motherhood, and the importance of community among women. She also shares valuable lessons from hiring a CEO, letting go of control, and navigating the ups and downs of running T3 for two decades.
In this episode, weâll talk to Julie about:
* Life isnât always black and white. [03:42]
* Julieâs passion for medicine and creativity. [08:13]
* Taking a gap year in med school and moving to New York. [10:44]
* The unconventional journey to entrepreneurship. [11:53]
* How the idea for T3 was born. [13:35]
* The early stages of T3. [22:06]
* Getting into Sephora in 2016 and other retail stores. [24:18]
* The power of word-of-mouth when building a brand. [26:59]
* Being fully self-funded since 2004. [29:03]
* Learning to let go of control. [36:57]
* Julie's relationship with comparison. [41:59]
* Taking a year off and moving to London in 2020. [47:54]
* Misconceptions about starting a business. [56:48]
* Lessons from hiring a new CEO. [59:42]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
Follow Yasmin:
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
Follow Dr. Julie:
* Website: https://t3micro.com/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t3micro/
* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliechung_t3/
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Ann McFerran is the founder and CEO of Glamnetic, a Los Angeles-based beauty brand that specializes in magnetic lashes, press-on nails, and eyeliners.
Ann immigrated from Thailand to the U.S. when she was 7, joining her mom in a small California town where she was one of the only Asian kids in the area. Although she felt different and self-conscious, she found comfort and a sense of control in wearing false lashes, which helped her feel like she belonged. In 2019, Ann identified a gap in the beauty market for magnetic eyelashes, and with no business experience, she taught herself everything from product development to marketing, and founded Glamnetic from her small LA apartment with just a few thousand dollars. To get her business off the ground, she bootstrapped it, even offering free pizza to anyone willing to help pack and ship products. In July 2019, Glamnetic launched, and by 2021, Ann had sold over 1.5 million sets of nails, generated $50 million in sales, and achieved all of this while remaining completely self-funded.
In this weekâs episode, Ann opens up about her tough childhood in Thailand, the challenges of moving to the U.S., and the lessons she learned about stress and resilience. She shares how she went against her familyâs expectations and made the bold decision to leave pre-med in college to pursue her passion for art and entrepreneurship. Ann discusses the early days of building her business from her Koreatown apartment, how creativity and visualization helped her manifest her goals, and the exact steps she took to create her first product â from finding suppliers to marketing the product with no money. She also shares how the business grew exponentially since its launch, and the challenges that come with that, how she navigated imposter syndrome along the way, how her definition of success is ever-changing, and so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Ann about:
* Annâs childhood and upbringing [03:17]
* Moving to America and witnessing a new life for herself. [09:33]
* Life as a Thai immigrant and family expectations. [10:46]
* Pursuing a career as an artist. [12:35]
* The inspiration behind Glamnetic. [17:11]
* Funding the first order and launching with 100 units. [22:39]
* Early launch strategy & hitting over $1M monthly. [25:30]
* Hiring the right people is crucial for growth. [33:06]
* Approach in handling business challenges. [39:11]
* How Ann met her business partner. [42:42]
* Challenges in scaling the business. [45:59]
* The evolving definition of success. [52:32]
* Visualizing to manifest goals. [57:10]
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Feeling overwhelmed and always tired? Youâre not alone, and it doesnât have to be this way. In this episode with Dr. Amy Shah, we explore powerful strategies to combat burnout and boost your energy. Donât settle for feeling ânormalââwatch this to learn how to effectively manage sugar cravings, align your lifestyle with nature's rhythms, and reclaim your vitality with her practical tips.
In this episode youâll learn:
* Hormone basics for all life stages
* The truth about adrenal fatigue
* How to combat sugar cravings
* The role of dopamine in cravings
* When women should and shouldnât fast
* And moreâŠ
Dr. Amy Shah is an MD and nutrition specialist. She works in clinical medicine, allergy/immunology, and over the last 10 years has developed a world-renowned wellness education platform, written bestselling books, and has been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America, Mel Robbins Podcast, and Ed Mylett Podcast. She has worked with companies like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Alo, and more. She works to discover less invasive interventions, promote wellness, and teach others how to impact their health via nutrition and exerciseâusing medication as a last resort. Her goal is to empower people to âsave themselvesâ through nutrition and lifestyle changes.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
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Grace Na is the founder and creative director of Pistola, a LA-based premium denim label offering contemporary ready-to-wear collections designed by women for women who are going places.
Grace started her career in fashion as a planner at the department store Mervynâs and quickly climbed the ranks in the industry, eventually landing an executive role at BCBG. Along the way, she realized there was a big gap in the market for denim designed for women that was stylish, functional, and accessible. She left her corporate career and launched Pistola in 2013 to fill that void. Over a decade later, Pistola is now an eight-figure business with a growing direct-to-consumer channel and has placement in top retailers like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Shopbop.
In this episode, Grace shares her journey growing up with immigrant parents, the valuable lessons she learned, and how early career rejections led her to pursue a job in the fashion industry. We discuss how she ideated the concept for Pistola and the key factors that fueled its year-over-year growth since they launched. Grace also reflects on the brandâs hypergrowth during the pandemic and the many challenges that came with it. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of self-care in sustaining the life of a founder and mother of three, as well as the leadership skills needed to manage a growing team. We also chat about how to build an authentic brand, what people get wrong in entrepreneurship, the importance of community when building your business, and so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Grace about:
* Graceâs upbringing and early fascination with fashion. [03:07]
* Career path: from finance to fashion. [07:07]
* How early career experiences shaped Graceâs entrepreneurial mindset. [10:52]
* The first steps in building her brand. [17:47]
* Taking the leap and going all-in with Pistola. [21:09]
* Building self-confidence in the early stage of business. [23:42]
* Challenges faced in running a family business. [27:26]
* How to market & create brand authenticity. [32:45]
* Transitioning from wholesale to direct-to-consumer. [35:21]
* Navigating hypergrowth during the pandemic. [37:55]
* The importance of self-care. [42:01]
* Key entrepreneurial lesson: nothing in life is perfect. [49:45]
* Pistola's spotlight: Greta Gerwig wearing the pink jumpsuit on the Barbie set. [52:22]
* Lessons learned in leadership and resilience. [55:05]
* Future plans for Pistola. [59:49]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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* Website: https://www.pistoladenim.com/
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Ripley Rader is the founder and CEO of Ripley Rader, a dynamic and innovative apparel company dedicated to creating stylish, high-quality clothing.
Ripley started her career performing on Broadway before moving to Los Angeles, never imagining she would one day start a clothing brand. While working multiple jobs to make ends meet in LA, she continued making her own outfits out of necessity because it was what she could afford. What began as a personal hobby turned into a life-changing opportunity when she wore one of her handmade jumpsuits to a concert, where a buyer from Fred Segal noticed her design. This chance encounter launched her fashion brand, which has since gained a reputation for its inclusive, stylish, and comfortable pieces, especially their viral pants. Her clothing has been embraced by celebrities like Amy Schumer and Gigi Hadid and is proudly made in America, with a focus on using high-quality fabrics that ensure a perfect fit and long-lasting wear.
In this weekâs episode, Ripley shares the early challenges of growing her brand, from celebrating small wins like selling 20 units a week to managing the business as it skyrocketed many years later. She emphasizes the importance of separating your identity from your business success, staying true to your mission and authentic self, and avoiding the comparison game in entrepreneurship. Ripley also talks about the freedom that comes with pushing past fears and limiting beliefs, and how sheâs stayed true to her brand in the ever-changing world of fashion. She discusses her biggest business challenges, why she doesnât believe in competition, and the importance of finding personal fulfillment in life and work, versus chasing external markers of successâand so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Ripley about:
* The power of not knowing and not being the âexpertâ when starting a business. [02:54]
* Life before entrepreneurship: Working in Broadway. [11:31]
* How Ripley self-funded the business. [17:45]
* How Ripley deals with ânoâsâ and rejections. [22:29]
* The biggest challenges faced in the business. [27:05]
* Starting a business and making sacrifices. [29:23]
* Realities of being a founder. [32:07]
* Nine years of building the brand and what went into it. [36:38]
* Pivoting during the pandemic. [38:00]
* Investing in marketing. [39:30]
* The success of the âviral pantsâ. [42:03]
* The challenge of scaling. [48:45]
* The importance of defining success on your own terms. [54:55]
* How to get clear on what you really want. [56:42]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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Today, weâre tackling a question that many of us find pretty complicated: âWhatâs your relationship with food?â To help us unravel the nuances, we sat down with two doctors who share their personal experience and dish out how food can sneakily influence our lives.
In this episode youâll learn:
* How to know when food is controlling your life
* What your cravings are trying to tell you
* How thoughts about food can affect its impact
* Strategies for healing your relationship with food
* And moreâŠ
Tanda Cook is a naturopathic physician, food expert, published author, international speaker, blogger, health coach and farmer who is wildly passionate about educating and inspiring women to take steps towards health. Dr. Katie Collier is a naturopathic physician with a shared mission. Together, these practitioners work to help people feel their best in both clinical practice and their monthly class, The Soapbox Docs.
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Mari Llewellyn is the founder of Bloom Nutrition, a health supplement company designed to help everyone bloom into their best selves. Although she is now a renowned expert, serial entrepreneur, and influencer in the health and fitness industry, her journey wasnât always this way.
During her college years, Mari weighed 250 pounds and was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. This marked the lowest point in her life. Realizing that something had to change, she turned to fitness, which became her passion. This journey ultimately planted the seed for what would eventually become her company, Bloom Nutrition. In her early days of getting healthy, she walked into a GNC and noticed that most products were geared toward men. In response, she and her husband launched Bloom in 2019 to fill that gap. Fast forward to today, Bloom ships over 100,000 orders a month and is the top-selling greens powder on Amazon, amassing more than 100 million views on TikTok each month.
In this episode, Mari shares her story from growing up and hitting rock bottom in college to dropping out and completely transforming her life. We dive into how she lost 90 pounds and the critical role nutrition played in improving her mental and physical well-being. Mari also discusses how a single Instagram post, when she had just 900 followers, sparked the growth of her brand and community. Although she didn't plan on becoming an entrepreneur, her passion for sharing her story led her to start a business selling PDF fitness guides, which later expanded to resistance bands from her dad's attic.
Mari gives a behind-the-scenes look at launching Bloom, covering challenges like product pivots, rejections from retailers like Target and Walmart, and how they eventually succeeded. We discuss the power of influencer marketing, building a community, managing multiple businesses, launching a podcast, and so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Mari about:
* Mari's struggles with mental health. [03:03]
* Her diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. [06:33]
* Mariâs fitness journey of losing 90 pounds. [12:31]
* Posting her before-and-after photos on Instagram. [20:07]
* Organic growth and community building in business. [22:47]
* The success of Bloomâs PDF guide. [24:59]
* Development of Bloomâs popular greens powder. [31:07]
* Securing product placements in Target and Walmart. [33:40]
* The influencer program & how it impacted their growth. [38:25]
* The biggest challenges in scaling the business. [42:13]
* Bringing in a business partner and future plans for Bloom. [49:07]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/
* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/
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Bethany McDaniel is the founder of Primally Pure, a toxin-free and completely natural skincare and wellness brand.
Bethany had no intention of getting into the skincare business. However, after years of battling severe acne and skin irritation caused by harsh chemicals in conventional products, she began experimenting with more natural options in her kitchen. At the same time, her family started an organic livestock farm, where her appreciation for real ingredients grew. With just $250, she bootstrapped the company while living with her in-laws, tirelessly working 12-hour days to handcraft products, manage customer service, and personally fulfill orders. Today, Primally Pure is a high-growth, multi-million-dollar brand with a cult followingâand one of my personal favorites.
In this weekâs episode, Bethany shares her journey from working 9-5 jobs at places like Trader Joe's and Lululemon, to freelancing as a writer, to then working with the Special Olympics. She explains how each of these different roles played a part in eventually leading her to start her own brand. We discuss the challenges she faced in launching her business with little money, no connections, and no prior experience, emphasizing how her passion and mindset were crucial to her early success. Bethany also talks about the obstacles she overcame, the mistakes that made her a stronger leader, and how she managed conflict and stress during those initial days. We explore the key pillars she focused on while growing her business as a one-person team, her top advice for anyone starting a business, why it's essential to start small and be truly passionate to bring your dreams to life, and so much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Bethany about:
* Graduating college and exploring many different careers in her 20s. [05:08]
* Insights from interviewing other founders. [07:49]
* How not having a âbig goalâ helped Bethany. [09:48]
* How to not compare yourself to others. [10:48]
* Leaving her 9-5 and moving to a farm with her husband. [12:00]
* Struggles with acne and starting Primally Pure. [16:18]
* Early stages of Primally Pure. [21:22]
* Bethanyâs toughest business experience. [25:51]
* Hiring the first team member. [30:29]
* How Bethany educates herself as a business owner. [32:11]
* In-house product creation. [39:14]
* Benefits of growing the business slowly. [43:01]
* Key factors driving Primally Pureâs growth. [50:08]
* Challenges and failures Bethany has experienced over the years. [53:51]
* Bethanyâs daily routine and habits. [57:38]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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Did you know the heart has 40,000 neurons? đ€Ż Thatâs rightâitâs not just the brain! By using a simple meditation technique, you can sync your heart and brain for greater clarity, focus, emotional intelligence, stress resilience, immunity, gut health, and happier hormones. Interested? Donât miss this weekâs conversation.
In this episode youâll learn:
* How the mind really impacts the body
* The truth about heart intelligence
* One powerful meditation technique to try
* The truth about affirmations and gratitude lists
* How breathwork can change your body
* And moreâŠ
Kimberly Snyder is a 3x New York Times bestselling author, spiritual and meditation teacher, international speaker, nutritionist, and wellness expert. She is the founder of SollunaÂź, a holistic lifestyle brand that offers supplements, meditations and courses. She is the host of the top-rated Feel Good Podcast on the Podcast One Network. She's also worked with dozens of top celebrities to help them feel their best, including Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington and Channing Tatum, and is regularly featured by numerous national media outlets, including Good Morning America, The Today Show, The New York Times, Ellen, Vogue and The Wall Street Journal.
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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Melissa Palmer is the CEO and co-founder of OSEA, a heritage skincare brand with nearly 30 years of history, known for its use of seaweed as a signature ingredient in its products.
Melissa grew up surrounded by women who were deeply inspired by the sea, and OSEA is the result of four generations of Palmer women. From a young age, she was taught the importance of wellness and the power of natural foods and beauty. Her mother and co-founder, Jenefer, spent decades perfecting her formulas, often filling their bathtub with seaweed and experimenting with various concoctions in their kitchen. Through these experiences, Melissa learned the value of hard work, passion, and what it takes to become an entrepreneur by watching her mother build these formulas from the ground up. Twenty years later, this mother-daughter duo continues to run a successful business, achieving profitability every year since its inception.
In this weekâs episode, we speak with Melissa about the importance of authenticity, storytelling, and staying true to your roots when building a strong, sustainable brand. She reflects on her unique upbringing and the visionary legacy of her great-grandmother, which inspired the creation of OSEA. Melissa discusses the early days of building the business from her home, her evolving relationship with perfectionism, and how failures with another business fueled her determination to elevate OSEA. She delves into the challenges of scaling in the clean beauty industry, the transition from a spa brand to a direct-to-consumer business, and how they built awareness and a loyal customer base before clean beauty became mainstream. Melissa also shares insights on the benefits of growing a business "slowly," why they turned down certain opportunities, their future expansion plans, and much more.
In this episode, weâll talk to Melissa about:
* Melissaâs relationship with perfectionism and control. [03:38]
* The impact Melissaâs great-grandmother had on her and the business. [09:41]
* Melissaâs childhood and early entrepreneurial spirit. [12:46]
* OSEAâs early days shipping from their garage. [17:41]
* Lessons learned from hula hoop business. [19:11]
* Melissaâs growing self-confidence. [21:30]
* Being early in the clean beauty space and OSEAâs growth. [23:07]
* What itâs like working in a family business. [34:50]
* The significant role of a family coach and a therapist. [37:24]
* OSEA during the COVID-19 pandemic and eventually bringing an investor on board. [39:14]
* Melissaâs relationship with her business partners. [44:09]
* Melissaâs constant evolution of workflow. [47:50]
This episode is brought to you by Beeya:
* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeyaâs seed cycling bundle.
* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10
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