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The Joy Journey Podcast with Jillian Schecher

Jillian Schecher, Joy Educator & Mentor

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The Joy Journey Podcast invites you into a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a life filled with Joy, purpose, and authenticity. Hosted by Jillian Schecher—creator of The Joy Method, author of The Daily Joy Journal, and lead facilitator of The Joy Sessions—this podcast unpacks the true essence of Joy beyond fleeting happiness. Through candid conversations, transformative insights, and practical tools, Jillian guides listeners to navigate life’s challenges with mindfulness and res ...
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Join Host Holly Penney as she brings you along her journey to Self Love, Achieving her Goals, and Living a life full of Abundance! She shares the pretty, the not-so-pretty and everything in between! Stay tuned each Monday as we release new episodes.
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Ready to leave the small business struggle behind? The “School for Small Business” podcast supports small business owners in scaling a business that is profitable, purposeful, and doesn’t leave you burnt out. No matter whether you run your business online or you own a brick-and-mortar, you can expect our world class experts to support you with mindset, tactics, and everything in between so you can have the business you dreamed of. Based on our lived experience, we know that small business CA ...
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As creative thinkers who have to solve problems for our clients we encounter challenges everyday on how to continue to make a living with our vision. We have to get the competition mindset out of our way and come together to share our experiences and wisdom with each other. We are in the Creative/Creator Renaissance where we are needed more than any other time. The way the world approaches work has changed and content is required at light speed. By sharing my knowledge and insights I want to ...
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What if joy wasn’t just a feeling you stumbled on—but a strategy you practiced daily? In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Jillian Schecher: Joy Mentor, educator, podcast host, and creator of The Joy Method. We talk about redefining success, what it really means to lead with joy (especially as a small business owner), and how to cultivate …
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What if your version of success didn’t burn you out but actually brought more joy into your life? In this episode, I’m joined by my client and dear friend Lisa McInnes, a heart-led mortgage specialist who helped my family land our dream home (and saved us thousands in the process). Beyond her brilliance in the mortgage world, Lisa brings so much wi…
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Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! Let’s talk about something that every business owner hits at some point—becoming the bottleneck in your own business. Today, I’m walking you through exactly why that happens, how to know it’s not a flaw (just a sign that roles need clarity), and how to fix it with simple steps. Key topics covered: Why …
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In this episode of Small Business School, I chat with the hilarious and insightful Jill Pavlov — a comedian, copywriter, and queen of clear, connection-driven messaging. Jill shares how her background in theater and radio led her to the world of copywriting, and how she now helps brands use their words to truly resonate with their audience. From st…
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What if building a profitable business could feel good and support your nervous system too? In this honest episode, accountant and CEO of Thrive Accounting, Staci Millard, joins Jillian for a conversation that’s part finance, part embodiment, and all about redefining what success really looks like. With raw reflections on burnout, boundary-setting,…
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In this week’s episode of Small Business School, we’re switching gears and leaning into the mindset and spiritual side of entrepreneurship. I’m joined by the beautiful soul Renee Walker, founder of Renee Walker Wellness and host of the Spiritually Wired podcast. Together, we chat about the inner work that truly supports business growth—from mindset…
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When was the last time you celebrated yourself? In this solo episode, I’m diving into the magic and power of self-celebration. This isn’t about toxic positivity or brushing things under the rug—it’s about learning how to honour your growth, recognize your wins (big or small), and anchor Joy into your everyday life. I talk about why celebration is a…
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Welcome back to Small Business School! In this week’s episode of the Business Builder series, we’re tackling something most entrepreneurs know they should be doing… but often avoid: building systems and procedures in your business (aka SOPs). But don’t worry—this isn’t about creating a stuffy, never-used operations manual. I’m walking you through h…
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Today I’m chatting with the incredible Jana Boyko, co-creator of The Bedside Business Plan—a guided journal that’s helped over 10,000 entrepreneurs rethink how they approach starting and growing a business. We talk about the power of combining strategy with mindfulness, how entrepreneurship is as much a personal growth journey as a professional one…
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What if chronic pain didn't have to steal your joy? In this heartfelt episode, Dr Debora Sepich shares her extraordinary journey of resilience, transformation, and the power of radical joy. From a successful CEO to a professor and now a certified Joy Facilitator, Deb has worn many hats—but it wasn't until chronic pain humbled her that she discovere…
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Ever feel like your business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a day? Whether you dream of selling your business someday or just want the freedom to take a real vacation, this episode is for you. I'm diving into the mindset shifts and practical systems that will help you build a business that doesn’t rely solely on you to keep it afloat…
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In this solo episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my personal experience going through the Unlocking Wealth Journal. I talk about what led me back to the journal, why I documented the entire process on Instagram, and the unexpected breakthroughs I uncovered around money, energy, and self-worth. Whether you’ve started the journal, finish…
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Welcome back to Small Business School! This episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and real talk. I sat down with Marissa Teeter—executive coach, wealth advisor, podcaster, and community champion—to explore what it really means to lead yourself, your business, and your team in today’s uncertain world. From money mindset to walk-and-talk leadership …
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What if the “success” you built was actually the thing keeping you from yourself? In this episode, I sit down with John Trapp, CEO, Leadership Coach, Longship Men Co-Founder &Facilitator – for an honest conversation about identity, reinvention, and returning to who you really are beneath it all. John shares his own hero’s journey—from growing a mul…
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Hiring can feel like a total minefield, right? In this episode of the Business Builder series, I’m diving into one of the biggest decisions a small business owner can make: who to hire next and how to make sure it’s a smart move—not just an emotional one. If you’re feeling stretched too thin, overwhelmed, or unsure how to grow your team, I’ve got y…
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Join me as I sit down with Dayna Hammond, founder of the Parsons Animal Rescue Foundation, for a conversation about trauma, trust, and what it means to find your way back to hope. Dayna shares her life’s mission and how building a sanctuary for abused and neglected horses has led to some of the most profound lessons in presence, partnership, and he…
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Ever wonder what it really takes to build a successful product-based business? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Christine Manning—Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) founder, consultant, and mindset coach—who built a thriving food brand from scratch, scaled it into major retailers, and eventually sold the business. She shares the messy middle, minds…
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Hey friends, welcome back to another episode of the Business Builder series on Small Business School! This week, I’m talking all about what happens when your business starts growing fast—and things start feeling a little... stretched. If you've ever worried about how to keep up with client demand without letting quality slip, this episode is for yo…
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If Instagram has you overwhelmed, exhausted, or wondering why your content isn’t converting, this episode is your breath of fresh air. I’m joined by Nadalie Bardo, aka Your Pin Coach, who’s here to show us why Pinterest is the most overlooked but high-potential platform for small business owners. We talk organic growth, content strategy, what works…
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What if everything you’ve been taught to hide is actually the key to your next level? In this raw and insightful conversation, I sit down with speaker, identity coach, and style guide Shelby Eloria—founder of All Set Style and co-founder of Black Sheep Co. Shelby’s journey from corporate HR to entrepreneurship wasn’t just a career pivot—it was a fu…
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Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! If talking about pricing gives you that “ugh, not again” feeling—this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I’m tackling the tricky topic of pricing, why so many of us avoid it, and how to finally do something about it. I’m not here to tell you to raise your rates just for the sake of it—but I am here to …
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We made it to 300 episodes! In this milestone solo episode, I’m reflecting on the unexpected journey of starting a podcast (shoutout to Kristina Bartold from The Social Snippet!), and all the little lessons that have shaped me along the way. From CEO mindset shifts to the value of real human connection, I’m sharing a mash-up of the thoughts I’ve be…
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If you’ve ever dreamed of luxury vacations without the luxury price tag, this episode is for you. I sat down with travel points expert Megan Lanford—founder of Points Too Paradise—who once struggled to afford one trip a year and now saves over $20K annually while traveling often and in style. She breaks down exactly how families and business owners…
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What if the path to Joy wasn’t about avoiding pain but walking through it with grace? In this conversation, I sit down with author, speaker, and creator of the internationally recognized Grace Trail, Anne Jolles, to explore how we can turn struggle into strength, and uncertainty into grounded presence. Anne shares the story behind the Grace Trail—a…
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Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of business builders, I’m diving into something that every business owner needs to check in on from time to time—whether your current clients still align with the business you're trying to build. It’s normal for your vision, capacity, and values to evolve as your business grows. So let’s talk a…
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In this episode, I’m joined by marketing strategist and founder of Etched in Marketing, Danielle Dugan. Danielle brings her wealth of experience helping small businesses stand out online by aligning their marketing strategy with their brand values and vision. We talk about the importance of a strong brand foundation, the difference between marketin…
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In this episode of Small Business School, I’m welcoming back my friend and messaging expert, Helen Thacker! We’re chatting all about what’s really been happening behind the scenes in both of our businesses over the past two years — and digging deep into why messaging is way more than just finding the "perfect words." Helen shares how powerful it ca…
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What if success wasn’t about adding more, but finally learning to let go? In this fun, heartfelt, and honest episode, I’m joined by my bracelet sister and soul-led businesswoman Jennifer Kinal—a social media strategist, marketing expert, and event consultant known for her bold pivots and heart-first leadership. We talk about building businesses tha…
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Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of Business Builders, we're diving into a super important (and often overlooked) part of your business: the client journey. Whether you're booking dream clients or still figuring out how to turn one-time buyers into loyal fans, this conversation is here to help. I walk you through how to audit …
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How I Stopped Starting My Day in Stress Mode For years, my mornings looked the same: Wake up. Grab my phone. Scroll through emails. Get overwhelmed... all before my feet even hit the floor. I didn’t realize it at the time, but starting my day that way was putting me into full-blown stress mode and it was carrying into everything: my mood, my parent…
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In this heart-filled, hotel-room-recorded episode, I sit down in person with Virginia from Acre75 Gathered—a subscription box packed with goods from Canadian small towns. What started on a 75-acre family farm has grown into a nationwide movement supporting artisans and makers in towns with fewer than 30,000 people. We talk about community, entrepre…
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What if the parts of yourself you’ve been hiding are actually the ones that connect you most deeply to others? In this soulful and hilarious conversation, I sit down with content creator, speaker, and menopause advocate Jesse Schewchuk, founder of Modern Muse Media and The Menopause Mission. We talk about the power of authenticity, the chaos of con…
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Hey Small Business School listeners! If you’ve ever thought, “Why is this product-based business so dang hard?” — this one’s for you. I’ve been getting messages asking if I have advice for makers, resellers, and product-based entrepreneurs, and the answer is yes, absolutely. In this solo episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from running both serv…
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Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! This episode hits close to home for me — because I’m living it right alongside you. We're diving into a topic every business owner wrestles with: time management. Not the boring, corporate kind — the real, messy, "why am I so busy but nothing’s moving forward?" kind. I’m sharing what I’ve learned (and …
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In this powerful and uplifting episode, Holly chats with Joy Educator & Mentor Jillian Schecher, author of The Daily Joy Journal and creator of The Joy Method™. Jillian shares how joy became a guiding force in her life after a personal journey through sobriety and transformation. She breaks down what it really means to use joy as a strategy (not ju…
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This special episode of Small Business School was recorded live at the High Vibe Women event—and let me tell you, the energy in the room was electric! I had the absolute joy of sitting down with Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels, mom of six, bestselling author, and all-around force. She shared how a product idea born out of her own family ch…
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What if your healing wasn’t just for you—but for everyone you're connected to? In Part 2 of this heart-opening conversation, I’m back with my bestie and soul sister, Mandy Trapp, and we’re diving even deeper into the messy, magical journey of healing, integration, and leading from embodied truth. Mandy shares how her deepest pain became the doorway…
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In this episode of Business Builders, I’m sharing a little pep talk I honestly needed for myself too. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the weeds, or like your team can’t move without you — this one’s for you. We’re talking about the shift from being the do-it-all operator to becoming the strategic CEO your business actually needs. I’ll walk …
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In this episode of Small Business School, I sit down with Puja Malhotra, brand strategist and founder of ROOP Creative Agency. We get real about what it actually means to show up authentically online, why branding is more than just visuals, and how you can build a business that aligns with your life—not just your to-do list. This convo is a must-li…
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Failing at PLAY: The Honest Truth About My Word of the Year In this vulnerable and honest solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my word of the year—PLAY—and how, despite my best intentions, I’ve been struggling to truly live it out. Inspired by reading Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes earlier this year, I set out to say YES to more joy, spontan…
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In this episode of Small Business School, I’m joined by the brilliant Quinn Tempest—business and brand strategist, founder of Create Your Purpose, and all-around champion for purpose-led entrepreneurship. We dive deep into burnout, business evolution, and what it really means to grow a sustainable business that doesn’t drain the life out of you. If…
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What if the pain you’ve been carrying is the key to unlocking your purpose? In this raw and real episode, I sit down with one of my dearest friends, Mandy Trapp, for a deeply personal conversation about trauma, healing, and the truth she’s held in silence for decades. Mandy—an internationally recognized meditation and mindfulness expert—shares her …
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Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of Business Builders, we’re diving into a topic that’s going to hit home for a lot of entrepreneurs: creating predictable revenue. If you’ve ever felt like your income is a rollercoaster—big sales one month, crickets the next—you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. We’re diving into the importan…
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From Fear to First Class: Rewriting Your Limits with Shelby Eloria In this episode, Holly is joined by keynote speaker, image consultant, and her personal stylist Shelby Eloria. Together, they dive deep into what it really takes to stretch beyond your comfort zone and step into the next level of life and business. Shelby opens up about her own expe…
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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emily Van Straten, host of Your Gen Z Coworker and founder of Think HR. We dig into the generational shift happening in the workforce and how small business owners can better understand, support, and retain Gen Z team members. From honest conversations to evolving leadership styles, Emily brings a fresh perspective…
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Welcome back to Small Business School, Are you actively collecting feedback from your clients and team—or are you just guessing what needs improvement? I get it — hearing constructive criticism can be tough, but when you learn to ask the right questions and embrace what you hear, incredible growth follows. Tune in to discover practical tips on how …
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In this episode, we're diving into a powerful yet often overlooked topic: celebrating your wins—big, small, and everything in between! If you’re someone who rushes past your achievements without taking a moment to reflect and appreciate them, this episode is for you. What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why celebrating your wins is crucial for suc…
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What happens when your identity is rooted in doing—but life calls you to simply be? In this episode, I sit down with the inspiring Dr. Kara Otuomagie—chiropractor, community leader, Ironman athlete, and founder of Kinetic Living, a multidisciplinary health clinic in Edmonton. We talk about what it really means to slow down, step into self-trust, an…
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In this episode of Small Business School, I sit down with Kelly Lorenzen, CEO of KLM Consulting. With over 22 years of business ownership experience, Kelly shares her insights on scaling a small business by focusing on what you love and outsourcing the rest. From building the right team to embracing technology, Kelly’s advice is packed with actiona…
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In this episode, we dive into the powerful impact of creating your own CEO mission statement — a guiding tool that keeps you focused, intentional, and confident in your leadership role. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck in the day-to-day, this episode will help you step back, refocus, and lead with purpose. Key topics covered: Why You Nee…
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