Her Intentional Reset

How She Turned a Hobby Into a Business While Caregiving | Jenny Huynh, Wildflower Macarons

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:45:00 -0500

You've got a hobby you can't stop doing. But between the caregiving, the family, the life that's already full, you're not sure there's room for it to become anything more — or if you're even allowed to find out.

A gentle note before you listen: this episode includes Jenny's experience with postpartum depression and suicidal thoughts. If that's a tender topic for you, please take care with this one. Support resources are linked below.

ABOUT THE GUEST: Jenny Huynh is the baker behind Wildflower Macarons, a home-based small business in Eden Prairie, Minnesota that she started in 2020 during a postpartum she didn't yet have a name for. Five years in, she's grown it from a kitchen hobby into a custom-order business known for intricate, hand-painted novelty macarons inspired by her Southeast Asian heritage — all while being the primary caregiver for her father-in-law and raising her own son. Her story is a real look at what it takes to grow a small business in midlife when life keeps adding to your plate, not subtracting from it.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:02:20] How a birthday party started a business — with zero initial plan
[00:05:33] What postpartum looked like for Jenny as a new mom, and why we all need to share our experiences
[00:13:20] Going from kitchen hobby to officially licensed cottage food business — and why it was easier than she expected
[00:16:06] The sandwich generation reality: raising her son and caregiving for her father-in-law while running a business
[00:21:00] How she used her macarons to raise money for community rent during ICE raids — and why every role matters, no matter how small
[00:30:01] The strength her husband sees in her that she didn't see in herself
[00:31:53] The advice she'd give her younger self: why she's "more than enough"

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Career Pauses Aren’t Gaps: Returning to Engineering After 12 Years at Home | Leah Tilstra

Tue, 12 May 2026 03:45:00 -0500

Returning to work after a career break? Here's what stay-at-home moms get told: the years home don't count, you'll come back at a lower title, and you should take whatever salary is offered. Leah Tilstra rejected all three — and walked back into engineering at Abbott with a senior title and a sign-on bonus after twelve years raising four kids.

How did she pull it off? She refused the apologetic part-time re-entry, used one old work relationship to land the right R&D team at Abbott, and walked into salary negotiations with a clear number and the willingness to be told no. The mantra she carries into every high-stakes interview: "They didn't know me yesterday, but they'll remember me tomorrow."

ABOUT GUEST: Leah Tilstra is a mechanical engineer and senior R&D engineer at Abbott, working on artificial heart valves in the TAVI space. Early in her career, she climbed quickly through medical device roles then made the intentional decision to step away for twelve years to raise her four children and support her family's move from Texas to Minnesota. During her career pause, she didn't just stay at home. Leah ran a nonprofit preschool, built a sewing business, coached middle school athletes, and led a moms' community group.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:14:10] The pharmacy wake-up moment that pushed Leah from "testing the waters" to returning to work full-time
[00:21:29] The networking move that helped a stay-at-home mom return to engineering after a 12-year career break
[00:37:13] How to negotiate salary and a sign-on bonus after a long career pause — even when the company offers less
[00:38:57] The one-line confidence script she repeats before any high-stakes room or interview
[00:27:10] The "Sift My Wife Does" Google Doc that names the mental load every working mom is carrying

GUEST LINKS

Instagram: @illegallyblondie
Facebook: @illegallyblond
LinkedIn: Leah Tilstra

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From Spotify Exec to Solo Founder – Career Pivot | Courtney Reimer

Tue, 05 May 2026 03:45:00 -0500

You spent 20+ years building real expertise — the kind you can't fake — and now you're staring down a layoff, a restructure, or just a quiet voice asking if this is really it. What if the skills you've spent two decades building are the exact foundation you need for something that's finally yours?

ABOUT GUEST: Courtney Reimer is the founder and principal strategist at Sounds Great, a podcast strategy company, and the host of the podcast Talking the Talk. After two decades as a senior executive at Spotify, Audible, MTV, and Discovery — including executive producing Archetypes with Meghan Markle — she was laid off and started her own business. In this conversation she walks through the real mechanics of a midlife career change: the "you're not your job" reframe from her husband, the moment she realized her expertise was worth paying for, the under-pricing trap, and why being 52 is an asset rather than a liability.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:09:59] How Courtney decided to bet on herself and start consulting after a layoff
[00:11:03] The signal that tells you your 20 years of expertise is worth paying for
[00:14:06] The five-word mantra her husband gave her: "You're not your job"
[00:26:08] The practical and financial considerations of starting your own business
[00:28:33] How to set your consulting rates when you're starting out
[00:31:17] Why 52 is a credibility marker, not a liability, in a midlife career change

GUEST OFFER:

Sounds Great — Launch Podcast Accelerator — to find out more, email Courtney at: courtney@soundsgreatstrategy.com

Website: https://www.soundsgreatstrategy.com

Podcast: Talking the talk

Additional Guest References

Deb Boulanger podcast: Life After Corporate
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

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The Career Wakeup Call You Can't Keep Ignoring: the Whisper, the Knock, the Frying Pan

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

The universe doesn't always shout — sometimes it whispers for years before it knocks. And if you keep ignoring the knock, eventually it hits you over the head with a frying pan — and for Molly, that frying pan had a name: layoff.

ABOUT GUEST: If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s sitting with a quiet voice that keeps asking is this really it? — this episode is your origin story too. Her Intentional Reset host Molly Wipperfurth shares the real timeline behind her own midlife career change: the slow burn that started long before the layoff, the personal detour that clarified everything, and the decision to treat job loss as an invitation for genuine career exploration alongside her search for what's next.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:58] The whisper, knock, and frying pan framework — how to recognize which signal the universe is sending you about your midlife career change
[06:09] How a deeply personal detour became the unexpected catalyst for Molly's second act career exploration
[13:15] What the first minutes of a layoff call actually feel like — and the inner voice that whispered "this is it, this is your time"
[17:19] The exact moment Molly committed to her career pivot for women like her — out loud, unrehearsed, and terrified
[20:19] What stepping back from the corporate ladder really costs you to unlearn: ego, job titles, lifestyle creep, and the $36 bottle of wine

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From Invisible to Iconic: One Mom's Color Awakening | Marissa Ray

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

There is a moment when something finally feels like you — not the version of you that carpools and manages spreadsheets, but the version that has been waiting. Marissa found hers in a color drape. She didn’t blow up her life — she built a new one, slowly, intentionally, one client at a time, and she is here to show you exactly how she did it.

About Marissa Ray

Marissa Ray went from dental office manager and self-described introvert to House of Colour franchise owner with a waitlist and a TV segment — not by quitting her life overnight, but by saying yes to one small thing that brought her joy and following it with intention. She built a thriving business from a converted storage room — one client at a time — while raising three daughters and navigating an adult ADHD diagnosis. Marissa is a curator of confidence, a mentor to fellow consultants, and living proof that building slow and building intentionally is not a weakness — it is the strategy.

This conversation is a masterclass in building a part-time side gig into a full-time career pivot without burning down the life you already have.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

[02:30] How Marissa reclaimed her identity and sense of self — and how that single spark became a career
[27:00] What intentional, slow-build growth actually looks like — the real timeline, trade-offs, and mindset behind turning a part-time side gig into a full-time business
[45:00] How an adult ADHD diagnosis reframed everything about the way Marissa runs her business — and why self-awareness is a superpower, not a setback
[01:01:00] How to learn to sell without feeling salesy — and why believing in your own value is the skill that unlocks everything else
[01:08:00] The Profit First method in practice: how Marissa pays herself first, gives intentionally, and builds a business that funds the life she actually wants

GUEST OFFER:

If you’re interested in finding your own colors and style, book an appointment. Come see me or find a consultant near you because there may be other stylists in your area. View all House of Colour stylists here: houseofcolour.com/find-consultant

If you think this could be a career fit for you, reach out.

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GUEST RESOURCES

Books:

Profit First by Mike Michalowicz — The small business financial system Marissa uses to pay herself first and manage cash flow intentionally
The Total Money Makeover / Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey — The debt-free philosophy behind Marissa’s family money decisions and college savings strategy
When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel Pink — The book that changed how Marissa structures her entire workday and week around energy peaks and lulls
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt — Marissa’s favorite recent fiction read (and soon to be a movie)
It Sounds Like Love by Ashley Poston — A romcom Marissa says stuck with her long after the last page

Podcasts:

The Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra Adachi — Marissa’s life-changing recommendation, and the source of the infamous “Change Your Life Chicken” recipe

GUEST LINKS

Facebook Page URL: @houseofcolour.minneapolis.sw

Instagram Username: @houseofcolour.minneapolis.sw

LinkedIn Profile URL: @houseofcolour-minneapolis-sw

Website:houseofcolour.com/marissaray

You can also note that there are consultants across the US and can be found here houseofcolour.com/find-consultant

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Second Act Career: Corporate HR to Solo Founder | Carol Thompson

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

You've spent years inside corporate America watching how the game is played — what gets negotiated behind closed doors, what's actually in that separation agreement, and what your employer is hoping you never think to ask. Carol Thompson spent 12 years as a corporate HR director before walking away to build her own consulting practice from scratch — and in this conversation she hands you both sides of the playbook: how to set your rates, land your first client, and build a location-independent business without a brick and mortar, how to job search in the age of AI including what recruiters actually want to see on your resume now, and the HR insider knowledge every employee needs before they're ever handed a severance package.

ABOUT CAROL THOMPSON:

Carol Thompson walked away from her corporate HR director role, turned her expertise into Thompson Professional Resources — a fully remote HR and legal consulting practice — and never went back to an office. She also coaches professionals through career transitions as part of the Power Connections outplacement team, sitting on both sides of the equation: helping businesses navigate HR and employment law, and helping individuals who've been laid off rebuild their confidence, navigate the modern job search, and land what's next. In this conversation, she delivers a dual playbook — the practical financial and strategic framework she used to build her second act career as a solo founder, and the job search tools every woman over 40 needs to compete in the age of AI: resume strategy, ATS systems, LinkedIn algorithms, and what to negotiate before you sign anything.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:05:20] Why saying yes to an unexpected offer — even one completely outside your lane — can become the defining move of your entire career, and what Carol's "always answer the call" mantra actually means in practice
[00:09:20] How to land your first consulting client before you even have a company name — and why your previous employer may already be your best first client when going out on your own
[00:15:11] What outplacement services actually are, how they work, and how a career transition coach helps you rebuild confidence, sharpen your job search strategy, and get to the other side
[00:16:46] How to job search in the age of AI: the resume rules for women with 20+ years of experience, how far back to go, what to cut, and what recruiters actually want to see now
[00:20:53] The LinkedIn algorithm strategy that makes recruiters come to you — including why joining 50 groups is less aggressive than it sounds and how to use it to land your next role
[00:28:33] How to set your consulting rates as a solo founder: the exact research method, the payroll sources to check, and why you should never start at the bottom of the range
[00:31:31]What's actually negotiable in your severance package — COBRA, additional weeks, and the HR insider knowledge most employees never think to use before they sign

GUEST OFFER:

Carol is generously offering Her Intentional Reset listeners a complimentary career coaching consultation. Reach out and mention Her Intentional Reset podcast. All details below.

GUEST LINKS

Thompson Professional Resources: https://thompsonprofessionalresources.com/
Email: carol.thompsontpr@gmail.com
Power Connections (Outplacement): carol@powerconnectionsinc.com
Instagram @ carol_thomp24

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From Accountant to Author: Ruby Raynes' Inspiring Journey - Midlife Career Change

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

Ruby Raynes shares her extraordinary journey as both an accountant and a romance author in this engaging episode. Remarkably, she composed her third book, "Jasper," while battling breast cancer, demonstrating her resilience and dedication to her craft. In our conversation, Ruby illuminates the significance of her writing not only as a personal outlet but also as a means to amplify queer voices and foster community support. Her narrative underscores the importance of representation and the power of storytelling in creating spaces of acceptance and joy. Ultimately, Ruby's story is one of perseverance, self-discovery, and the unwavering belief in the transformative nature of love.

Show notes:

Ruby Raynes's journey is one marked by resilience and creativity, as explored in the latest episode of Her Intentional Reset. As a romance author, Ruby discusses her unique transition from a career in accounting to writing MM romance novels, shedding light on the motivation that fueled her passion for storytelling. She candidly reflects on her experiences as an author navigating the complexities of the publishing world, including the challenges of self-publishing and the significance of community support. Ruby's narrative is particularly poignant as she shares her battle with breast cancer, during which she wrote her third book, Jasper. This experience not only shaped her writing but also deepened her commitment to portraying queer joy and representation in her work. The episode serves as an inspiring call to action for listeners, encouraging them to pursue their own creative aspirations while highlighting the healing power of storytelling and community.

Takeaways:

00:00 - Facing the Audience
05:06 - The Journey of Self-Discovery in MM Romance
16:30 - The Journey to Audiobook Production
20:18 - Navigating Life and Writing Through Cancer
34:21 - Building a Supportive Community in Literature
38:15 - The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance
45:53 - Transitioning to Personal Insights

Find Ruby's Books:

Love in Ink Series: Finn | Jackson | Jasper | Dom — Available on Amazon & Audible

Shop illustrated covers, book boxes + more: rubyrains.com

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Facebook Page @ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095156705018
Facebook Group @ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14uLHQN2Nb/
Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/author_rubyraynes/#
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/authorrubyraynes

Book Recommendation From This Episode: "Until I Saw You" by Diana Romaine

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When your hobby becomes your calling - Navigating a Passion-Led Career Change with Hailey Smith

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

A passion-led career change does not transpire instantaneously; rather, it is a gradual unfolding of deliberate actions and reflections. Hailey Smith's journey exemplifies this principle, as she transitioned from an essential worker to the founder of Simply Creative, a thriving art studio in Minneapolis. Throughout our discussion, we delve into the pivotal 2AM moment that catalyzed her decision to leap into entrepreneurship, as well as the meticulous planning she undertook to establish a sustainable business model. Moreover, Hailey shares invaluable insights on the significance of community, accessibility, and the importance of nurturing one's creative instincts. Listeners will glean practical advice on overcoming self-doubt and the transformative power of trusting in one’s passions, ultimately encouraging them to pursue their dreams with confidence.

A paradigm shift towards a passion-led career is often perceived as an instantaneous transformation; however, the journey is typically characterized by a series of deliberate, incremental decisions. Hailey Smith, the visionary behind Simply Creative, shares her compelling narrative, illustrating how a pandemic-induced hobby blossomed into a flourishing art studio in Minneapolis. This episode unveils the intricacies of Hailey's journey, emphasizing that true passion-led career changes require time, perseverance, and strategic planning. From her initial explorations in jewelry-making to establishing a thriving business, Hailey's story serves as a testament to the power of creativity and community.

Takeaways:

Hailey Smith emphasizes that a passion-led career change is a gradual process requiring careful planning and execution.
She highlights the importance of building a financial safety net prior to making significant career transitions.
Hailey advocates for embracing one's creativity and taking small, consistent steps towards realizing one's passions.
She discusses the necessity of market research and understanding one's customer base when venturing into a new business.
Hailey encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to create a supportive community that fosters collaboration rather than competition.
She reflects on the significance of self-belief and the impact of pursuing one's passions on personal fulfillment.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

Simply Creative
Etsy
Minnehaha Art Fair

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Simply Creative Website: https://www.simplycreativemn.com

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Heart-Head Alignment: How She Left Accounting to Own a Gym | Tina Hegna, Burn Boot Camp Maple Grove MN

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

She always knew she wanted to be an entrepreneur. She just needed something worth building. Tina Hegna spent over a decade in corporate accounting — not because she'd given up on that dream, but because the right application hadn't found her yet. Then she walked into a Burn Boot Camp class as a member, and everything clicked.

What happened next was anything but simple — one franchise became three, a pandemic tested everything, and an intentional decision to scale back to one location turned out to be the most strategic move she ever made. In this conversation, Tina unpacks the full journey: the financial realities of franchise ownership, what her accounting background did and didn't prepare her for, and the heart-head alignment framework she uses to make every major decision in business and in life.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

[00:10:00] The franchise approval process, funding options, and what to expect in the FDD 14-day blackout period
[00:18:27] The real cost to open a Burn Boot Camp franchise — and why construction costs can swing the number dramatically
[00:20:34] Short and long-term financial considerations every franchise owner needs to think through before signing
[00:24:38] Managing part-time shift workers, building culture, and navigating HR from scratch
[00:27:55] The heart-head alignment framework Tina uses to make clear decisions
[00:29:53] What her husband Harlan and sister Stephanie each identified as her greatest strengths

GUEST REFERENCES

Brené Brown — 'The Gifts of Imperfection' — Amazon link
Start Strong: Free Week at most Burn Boot Camps - sign up using Burn links below.

CONNECT WITH BURN BOOT CAMP MAPLE GROVE

Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/burnbootcampmaplegrovemn

Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/burnbootcampmaplegrovemn

Website: https://locations.burnbootcamp.com/locations/maple-grove-mn/

Burn Boot Camp location finder and Start Strong Free Week details: https://burnbootcamp.com/

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Midlife Career Change: Use Existing Skills to Land Your Dream Role - Joanna Ehresman

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:45:00 -0500

A midlife career change can feel like trading everything you've built for a leap into the unknown — especially when you're starting over in a field that doesn't know your name yet. If you're a woman over 40 staring down a layoff, a restless feeling, or a career that no longer fits, the question isn't whether to pivot — it's how to do it without throwing away 20 years of hard-won expertise.

Joanna Ehresman spent 13 years as a senior marketing executive in wealth management before a layoff forced the question she'd been avoiding: what do I actually want? Her answer was interior design — a passion she'd dismissed for decades as impractical. Using a job shadow strategy and the transferable skills she already had, she created a brand-new role at Fika Design Group without a design degree, a portfolio, or a clear plan. Six months in, she's not looking back.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

▸ [00:03:34] Career pivot decision-making: why defaulting back to the same industry after a layoff can stall your second act — and what to do instead

▸ [00:09:42] Job shadow career exploration: how to get inside a new industry with no experience, no portfolio, and no perfect pitch

▸ [00:12:39] How to change careers using transferable skills: from a one-week shadow to a paid pilot to a primary role — the step-by-step

▸ [00:25:33] Financial planning for a midlife career change: the real income trade-offs, dual-income considerations, and how to decide if the numbers work

▸ [00:29:28] Identifying transferable skills women over 40 underestimate: and what Joanna's employers say her true superpower is

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You’re capable, driven, and successful by every outside measure. But somewhere in the back of your mind, a quiet voice keeps asking: is this career still right for me?

Her Intentional Reset — a podcast hosted by Molly Wipperfurth is for women in their mid30's, 40s and 50s navigating midlife career change. Each week, Molly talks with real women who’ve made career pivots — not because they had to, but because they wanted to. Honest conversations about what inspired the shift, the financial realities, the trade-offs, and what life actually looks like on the other side.

If you’re a woman in midlife considering a career change, a second act, or just wondering if something better fits — this is where that conversation starts.

New episodes every week. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen.

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