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Her First 3 Years - A podcast for women entrepreneurs
Hosted by Chardét Ryel · EN
The UNfiltered business podcast for women entrepreneurs and female business owners. New episodes every Monday!
www.herfirst3years.com
You know those conversations you have with friends in the women's bathroom?
The real, unfiltered truth kind?
This is the entrepreneurship version of that.
This is a space for you to grow, find support and hear the no BS truth about business.
Her First Three Years is a top-ranked business podcast for women entrepreneurs building a business. Hosted by Chardét Ryel it combines mindset coaching, marketing strategy, and real founder stories to help female entrepreneurs thrive.
Every episode gives you the quirky, the cringe and the inspiring stories of building a business from women around the world. From breakdowns to blunders, learn what worked and didn't.
You'll hear from women in every industry, at many different stages and years of entrepreneurship but the one thing they have in common is a willingness to share the messy journey with you, to guide your path.
Her First 3 Years is a community built around the truth of entrepreneurship. We share the 90% of the journey that failed before finding the 10% success. We also share the unique obstacles that we all face as women in this space.
Here you can learn, grow and feel supported in your business.
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UNfiltered 5 Min: AI Can't Beat This Move (so make it now!)
4d ago00:05:03Tap to summarizeThe specialists will never say this....but you should really know how to keep it human, because you WILL stand out. Listen to Next: Build a Personal Brand That Actually ConnectsABOUT UNFILTERED 5 MIN: Every Friday, I'll share a quick 5 minutes of raw inspiration and motivation for you and your business so that you feel more excited and ready to grow further!Find the newsletter sign up at the bottom of the page here.RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →Why Podcast Collabs Are Like GOOD Speed Dating | Networking for Entrepreneurs...without the cringe.
1w ago00:22:40Tap to summarizeNetworking for entrepreneurs isn’t about meeting more people, it’s about being in the right room and podcast guesting? It’s amazing way to get in front of a hot audience.My fav way to network and grow an online community is with podcast collabs. Instant audience.Instant trust.And build powerful relationships with other business owners, coaches, founders and thought leaders.Think of it like speed dating…the really curated, good kind, where you know you’ll meet great people from the moment you book.BUT…that’s only if you do it right.In this episode, we’re looking at how to be a great podcast guest, why podcast booking is NOT just a numbers game, and how to get booked on a podcast as a guest without sending the copy-paste pitch that makes hosts ghost you.I also cover the 10 biggest podcast guesting mistakes from how you pitch to how you show up for your episode and the follow-up afterward.In this small business marketing podcast episode:What networking for entrepreneurs looks like nowWhy Podcast Guesting = the best kind of speed datingWhat actually makes someone a great podcast guest Why podcast booking is NOT just a numbers gameHow one right-fit podcast collab can multiply into opportunitiesListen for…a smart way to grow your visibility beyond social media and get in the right rooms, with people whose audiences already want to hear from you!Next Steps:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: How to Be a Powerful Podcast Guest (ep 35)Rate and Review to share your supportRESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →UNfiltered 5 Min: Here's How to Pitch (and not make it awkward)
2w ago00:05:18Tap to summarizeI've been pitching for 15+ years, this is what I wish everyone knew before going for it. Listen to get more yeses and less awkward ghosting. Listen to Next: How to Sell and Pitch BetterABOUT UNFILTERED 5 MIN: Every Friday, I'll share a quick 5 minutes of raw inspiration and motivation for you and your business so that you feel more excited and ready to grow further!Find the newsletter sign up at the bottom of the page here.RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →HOW TO CREATE A RETREAT BUSINESS THAT’S SOULFUL | And Why It’s Time to Do Business Differently with Alyah Al-Jasser
2w ago00:30:03Tap to summarizeHow Alyah built a values-led retreat business all about responsible travel and powerful impact — without needing a huge online following.If you’re ready to positively impact the world with your business, this episode is a must-listen!How do you create a retreat business that feels ethical, soulful and actually aligned? Alyah shares her story of how she organically built and launched Soulful Retreats.I love her background because she left 15 years in corporate in Advertising, Branding and Communications to create something that empowers her clients AND the world around them.This episode isn’t just about wellness retreats or responsible travel, it’s also how to create core values in business that attract the right people no matter what you build or whatever industry you choose.Alyah shares everything from starting that first retreat to walking that tricky line between sustainability and profit. We also go into how what matters is your message and not a massive following, if to truly make a difference. In this women in business podcast episode:How to create a retreat business that balances profit & purposeWhere responsible travel comes in when hosting retreats How Alyah built Soulful Retreats while still working her 9–5When your core values in business are everythingWhy you don’t need a big following to startListen for…inspiration to build a business that feels more like you..and helps the people around you! About the GuestAlyah Al-Jasser is a Women’s Mindset & Cyclical Living Coach and Retreat Leader. After her own mental health journey, and experiencing burn out from the corporate world, she became a certified life coach to support women who were suffering from similar issues. After 5 years of coaching alongside her executive 9 to 5, she made the conscious decision to exit the corporate world and create Soulful Retreats; unique wellness retreats for women that are rooted in travel, community and sisterhood. Since 2024, Soulful Retreats has taken 60+ women to destinations like Sri Lanka, Spain, Mexico and Scotland to experience the healing power of personal growth and self love through the portal of intentional travel.🔗 Connect with AlyahWebsite: https://www.soulful-retreats.net/ Instagram: @soulfulretreats.coNext Steps:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: "I left Michelin Kitchens to Find My Path" (ep 60)Rate and Review to share your supportRESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →UNfiltered 5 Min: Choose Your (Entrepreneur) Friends Carefully
3w ago00:05:04Tap to summarizeYou need a community as an entrepreneur but make sure you don't settle!ABOUT UNFILTERED 5 MIN: Every Friday, I'll share a quick 5 minutes of raw inspiration and motivation for you and your business so that you feel more excited and ready to grow further!Find the newsletter sign up at the bottom of the page here.RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →BEYOND SOLOPRENEURSHIP | The exact moment you need to scale (don't make my mistake!)
3w ago00:25:52Tap to summarizeIf solopreneurship feels like EVERYTHING depends on you, this episode is all about helping you rethink visibility, scaling and your personal brand…without 24/7 hustle mode.As a solopreneur, you work hard to see your personal brand and businesses grow. There’s a moment though when you stop seeing traction and results and start thinking, “What’s my next move?”Because every single entrepreneur reaches a ceiling, and they’re ready to expand…and/or stop being the engine that drives everything. This solo episode is a twist on what it means to scale as a solopreneur and why so much of it isn’t about getting bigger or hiring more, it’s shifting the way you think about your business…AND being able to step away more without it coming to a grinding halt. Stop measuring your business by how much you did today and start asking what you’re building for tomorrowIn this business growth podcast episode...Why solopreneurship can start to feel heavy How to spot the difference between “productivity” and scalable growthWhy your solopreneur personal brand is essentialWhat to cut out if you’re a solopreneur not getting traction How evergreen visibility gets you in the sustainable scaling mindsetListen for…practical advice for the woman entrepreneur who knows she's ready for the next level, but doesn’t want the hustle that comes with it! Next Steps:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Build a Personal Brand that Actually Connects (ep 89)Rate and Review to share your supportRESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →UNfiltered 5 Min: "I don't know what to do with my business next..."
4w ago00:05:09Tap to summarizeFor those feeling itchy for a change, pivot or just some clear direction...listen to this one!ABOUT UNFILTERED 5 MIN: Every Friday, I'll share a quick 5 minutes of raw inspiration and motivation for you and your business so that you feel more excited and ready to grow further!Find the newsletter sign up at the bottom of the page here.RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →STORYTELLING IN BUSINESS: How to Build a Personal Brand That Actually Connects with Mariela De La Mora
Apr 2700:32:44Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever wondered how to make your content feel more human and memorable, this episode will show you why storytelling in business matters more than perfect marketing ever will.How can you connect deeper with your audience? You know…make them feel seen and like your message is THE one they’ve been waiting to hear? In this marketing podcast episode we’re talking about why the real moments you live stand out so much more than the perfect reel you’ve tried to edit ten times.We talk about what is storytelling in business…the kind that REALLY works and sounds like a human. Mariela De La Mora shares how one story helped her connect to millions and how she helps clients to do the same. (It's also how we connected!)If you’ve been trying to figure out how to build a personal brand without sounding like everyone else, this conversation will give you a more honest and sustainable way in. It's all about creating a much stronger relationship between you, your personal brand and your people. In this marketing podcast episode:Business storytelling made easy starts with imperfect momentsHow to build a personal brand people remember (and don’t scroll past)What is attraction content, trust-building content, and conversion content?Why storytelling for social media looks different after 2025 Ways to find safety in sharing your voice & being vulnerableListen for…a reminder that your story, that true one, is what matters. It doesn’t have to be huge or dramatic, just something that connects. That’s how you build a personal brand that gets saved, shared and loved for years! About the GuestMariela De La Mora is a leadership and business coach who helps people turn their lived experiences into stronger brand messaging and content that actually sticks. Her work is especially powerful for women, marginalized voices, and business owners who know they have something meaningful to say but need support expressing it.🔗 Connect with Mariela Website: https://marieladelamora.com/Instagram: @maria.delamoraListen to her podcast: Cycle Breakers & Money MakersGet her 6 Figure Storytelling Bundle HereNext Steps:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Find Your Voice (ep 67)Rate and Review to share your supportRESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →What If You’ve Outgrown What You Built? How to Pivot and Scale Your Business Without Burnout
Apr 2000:15:49Tap to summarizeYour business can be successful and still feel off. We’re exploring how to know when you’ve outgrown your business and how to scale a business without burnout for your next level.Feel like your business still works, but you’re just not feeling it anymore?Sometimes, it’s not about quitting or failing, it's just that you’ve outgrown your current path. After pouring so much energy into your business, it’s hard to accept that it doesn’t align with your life or vibe anymore.I’ve been there…questioning what to do next, feeling so much fear about leaving something behind that I nurtured into existence. That constant back and forth is exhausting!That’s why this solo episode is all about taking you to your next level of business, whether that’s a new niche, new audience or just a new work-life balance.Get ready to Refine. Realign and Rebuild…but we’re going to make it a lot less scary for you in this conversation!Because I truly wish that I had trusted myself to shift things sooner.This episode is for you if...you’re craving a more sustainable way to growwondering how to scale a business without burnoutor feeling the pull to pivot your niche, your offers, or your entire way of doing business. Because scaling isn’t always about getting bigger. Sometimes it’s about getting truer, calmer, smarter, and far less glued to your phone.In this entrepreneurship podcast episode:Why your business can be working and still feel wrong The signs you’ve outgrown your current business model How to scale a business without burnout What it means to realign success with your life Why pivoting can be your smartest next moveListen for…Inspiration to go find what gives you that spark or that freedom again!RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
Transcribe →YOUR BUSINESS SHOULDN'T NEED YOU THIS MUCH: The Real Cause of Entrepreneur Burnout
Apr 1300:15:56Tap to summarizeEntrepreneur burnout happens when your business depends on you. Sustainable growth starts when you build systems that keep working for you...even when you log off.Is your business demanding way too much of you?We’ve all been given the line that entrepreneurs work 10x harder than anyone else and that’s true…but there comes a point where the next level isn’t asking for more hustle. It’s asking for a better model. Because entrepreneur burnout doesn't have to be a part of the deal forever.It’s systems. It’s evergreen. It’s scalability that doesn’t ruin your life.This is for you if you’re afraid to step away…From posting on socialsFrom always showing your faceFrom being there in your inboxSo many entrepreneurs cannot, will not step away for fear that everything will break down. That was me, I hustled so hard that it hurt my health. My skin broke out. I even lost my voice completely for months. In this solo episode, I’ll share my own shift from content burnout to evergreen visibility and client attraction that also lets me go offline. Because there is another way to grow besides “hustle your bum off!” Come here for some sustainable entrepreneur advice.In this online marketing podcast episode:why burnout is usually a business model problemwhat business owner social media burnout really looks likehow to spot where your business is too dependent on youwhy more effort isn’t the answerwhat to build instead if you want sustainable growthListen for…A way to lead your business differently and a reminder that the next level of entrepreneurship shouldn’t cost you your peace. Next Steps:Come learn how to grow differently…Join us here:The Log Off & Still Grow Mastermind RESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts
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