
8/20/2025
201: Your Questions Answered — Behind the Mic with Elizabeth
Welcome to Episode 201: Your Questions Answered! In this milestone episode, Elizabeth steps away from strategy to respond to listener questions and share the story behind Messy Success. From the early days of figuring out podcasting to surprising personal stories you’ve probably never heard, this episode offers an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the journey.
Listeners will hear fun mishaps, unexpected moments, and personal anecdotes that make Elizabeth’s journey relatable. By answering listener questions in Episode 201, she brings humor and humanity while showing the real side of building a podcast and a business.
Elizabeth shares insights on leadership, identity shifts, and advice every entrepreneur can use. Episode 201 highlights practical takeaways on growth, decision-making, and staying authentic while navigating challenges in business and life.
This episode is both a celebration and a reminder that your presence, your questions, and your growth matter. By answering listener questions in Episode 201, Elizabeth provides guidance, encouragement, and inspiration for anyone navigating the messy path of entrepreneurship.
SHOW NOTES:
02:18 – The evolution from photographer to leadership coach
04:36 – The one time she forgot to hit record with a guest
06:58 – Why she stopped calling herself a “community builder”
09:20 – Letting go of the belief that hard work equals more money
11:40 – Random skills: national championship field hockey and marathon running
13:17 – The best advice she’s ever received about mindset and success
15:43 – Why the journey matters more than the quick results in business
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