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Grit, Grace & Glitz with Erika Rothenberger
Hosted by Erika Rothenberger · EN
Join host Erika Rothenberger and her amazing guests as they share valuable learnings from their journeys in business and - life! Erika is a health + wellness biz founder, mom & wife, engineering corporate professional and published author. Her episodes will have you learning how to get gritty, give yourself the grace you deserve and celebrate all the glitz that comes to you along the way!
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Special Edition | Audacious Expansion: Part 7 with Erika Rothenberger
Jan 2700:15:19Tap to summarizeThis episode is a reminder that before you expand outward, you must strengthen from within. Inspired by Chapter 7, Rooted and Resilient AF, from my upcoming book Audacious Expansion (out February 22), I share a powerful framework passed down from my mom about building a strong foundation in health, relationships, and career. When those three areas are supported in the right order, the center—you—gets stronger, creating space for true growth. The question is simple: which side of your triangle needs attention right now? Connect with your host, Erika: LinkedIn (primary) https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenberger IG https://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2 FB https://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Grace To Redefine Breast Health with Dr. Jenn Simmons
Jan 2000:38:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Dr. Jenn Simmons shares her transformative journey from a traditional breast surgeon to a functional medicine advocate. After experiencing breast cancer herself, she redefined her purpose to improve breast cancer detection and survivorship. Dr. Simmons discusses innovative screening technologies that prioritize safety and effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of taking small steps toward health and wellness. Her mission is to empower women and create a legacy of better health practices in society. Connect with Dr Jenn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-simmons-md-16198389/ Connect with your host, Erika: LinkedIn (primary) https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenberger IG https://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2 FB https://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Special Edition | Audacious Expansion: Part 6 with Erika Rothenberger
Jan 1300:15:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, Erika discusses the importance of breaking free from routines and autopilot modes to achieve personal growth and audacious goals. She emphasizes the need for change, challenges listeners to embrace new experiences, and highlights the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals who encourage growth. Connect with your host, Erika: LinkedIn (primary) https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenberger IG https://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2 FB https://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Grit to Break Through Your Entrepreneurial Dreams with Domonique Bennett
Jan 600:31:17Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Domonique Bennett shares her journey from the corporate world to self-employment. After 16 years in commercial lending, she felt the need to prioritize her family and realized her worth was not recognized by her employer. This led her to make the bold decision to quit her job and invest in herself, embracing independence and personal growth. Connect with Domonique: https://www.linkedin.com/in/domonique-garis-bennett-ba79919b/ Connect with your host, Erika: LinkedIn (primary) https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenberger IG https://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2 FB https://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Grit To Unlock Your Best Whole Self with Julie Palumbo
Dec 3100:26:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika and health strategist Julie Palumbo discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health and wellness. They explore Julie's BEST strategy, which emphasizes balance, energy, strategy, and transformation. The conversation highlights the significance of mindset in health journeys, the value of small incremental changes, and the necessity of community and accountability in achieving personal goals. They also touch on the importance of finding balance to avoid burnout and encourage listeners to take actionable steps towards their wellness journey.Connect with Julie Palumbo:https://www.instagram.com/juliempalumboConnect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The Grit To Unlock Your Best Whole Self with Julie Palumbo
Dec 1600:21:37Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika and health strategist Julie Palumbo discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health and wellness. They explore Julie's BEST strategy, which emphasizes balance, energy, strategy, and transformation. The conversation highlights the significance of mindset in health journeys, the value of small incremental changes, and the necessity of community and accountability in achieving personal goals. They also touch on the importance of finding balance to avoid burnout and encourage listeners to take actionable steps towards their wellness journey.Connect with Julie Palumbo:https://www.instagram.com/juliempalumboConnect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Transcribe →The Grace To Embrace Vulnerability in Authentic Leadership with Megan Scott
Dec 900:26:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace, and Glitz, Erika and guest Megan Scott explore the themes of connection, authenticity, and personal growth in building true relationships. Expect to learn about the importance of lifting each other up, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and the need for self-awareness in creating meaningful connection. The conversation emphasizes the significance of choosing positive energy and the power of reconnecting with oneself to foster authentic connections with others - one of the many ways Megan shows us how to be audaciously uplifting.Connect with Megan Scott:https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganascott/Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Transcribe →Special Edition | Audacious Expansion: Part 5 with Erika Rothenberger
Dec 200:09:08Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Erika discusses the importance of embracing imperfection in planning and the necessity of taking action even when the blueprint is not fully defined. Erika emphasizes that a solid foundation and a clear outline are sufficient to begin the journey towards achieving one's goals. The discussion encourages listeners to reflect on their own plans and to take proactive steps towards their aspirations without fear of making mistakes - the perfect plan heading into an epic 2026!Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Transcribe →The Glitz in Nurturing Self-Care and Discipline with Kendra Cooke
Nov 2500:22:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, Erika Rothenberger interviews Kendra Cooke, an inspiring speaker and productivity expert. They discuss the importance of self-care, the lessons learned from Kendra's real estate career, and the launch of her new planner, the Daily Well. Kendra emphasizes the significance of community, setting realistic goals, and embracing change for personal growth. The conversation highlights the need for discipline in maintaining well-being amidst external noise and the value of building meaningful relationships. Whether you're starting to think about how to get to your best self in 2026 or already working on it - this episode is filled with aha moments you'll want to take in!Connect with Kendra Cooke:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-cooke-04a1226/Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Transcribe →The Grace in Leading Differently with Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer
Nov 1800:29:45Tap to summarizeIn this episode, interviews Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, a renowned human capital strategist and author. They discuss the importance of networking, the transition from corporate to entrepreneurial life, and the need for vulnerability in leadership. Dr. Bentzen-Mercer shares her insights on creating a blueprint for career transitions and emphasizes the significance of human capital investment in organizations. The conversation also touches on the necessity of empathy in the workplace and challenges traditional hiring practices, advocating for a focus on potential rather than arbitrary criteria. Finally, they explore the importance of setting boundaries and the power of saying no - something almost all of us can draw from. Connect with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drcynthiabentzenmercer/Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
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