The Women in Business Highlight series started as I wanted to highlight women who are in business. I highlighted a few women prior to this year and ramped up the series in March of this year to celebrate Women’s History Month. I thought I’d do a few for the month but
ended up being able to highlight 12 women! How cool is that?! The series was for three months with a spotlight each week. It was a lot of work, but worth it! To continue, there won’t necessarily be weekly highlights, but there will be periodic spotlights on fabulous women.
For our summer edition of Women in Business series, I had the opportunity to chat with Lisa Marie Pepe, a coach who helps your transform into being a more confident businessperson. She’s helped women all over the world into empowering their inner self to be strong and positive. Let’s learn more about Lisa Marie Pepe and her inspiring journey.
The Journey of Lisa Marie Pepe
With a robust background in coaching, Lisa is recognized as the Confidence Coach and Online Business Strategist, primarily focusing on aspiring female coaches and online entrepreneurs. Over the past eight years, Lisa has meticulously built her coaching business, transforming the lives of hundreds of women globally. Her unique approach centers on developing what she terms "Rock Solid Confidence" and enhancing online visibility, enabling women to turn their wisdom into wealth. For Lisa, the equation is simple yet powerful: confidence plus visibility equals wealth creation. Through her one-on-one coaching sessions, group programs, and hybrid offerings, Lisa has made a lasting impact on many lives. Additionally, as a certified practicing hypnotherapist, she has aided clients in overcoming anxiety, stress, and the fear of visibility, which are often barriers to entrepreneurial success. Lisa is also involved in a joint venture where she helps women share their stories of overcoming trauma, guiding them to write, publish, and achieve best-selling author status.
The Birth of Positive Transformation Coaching
Lisa's coaching business, known as Positive Transformation Coaching, also operates under her full name, Lisa Marie Pepe. The inspiration behind the name is deeply rooted in her early career and personal philosophy. Initially focusing on health and wellness coaching, Lisa's approach was always about transformation, guiding clients from point A to point B in their wellness journey. The term "Positive" has long been associated with Lisa, even earning her the nickname "Positive Pepe" during her days as a softball coach. This nickname perfectly captured her essence, making the business name a natural choice. Positive Transformation Coaching reflects Lisa's belief in holistic wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The name signifies a journey of transformation, helping clients regain balance and achieve overall wellness.
Lisa’s journey into entrepreneurship began during a challenging period in 2014. While working as a special education teacher, she underwent shoulder surgery, which significantly altered her career path. Despite her initial determination to return to work, her recovery was slower than expected, leading to extended time off. During this period, Lisa experienced a profound calling to pursue something bigger. She began exploring life coaching and enrolled in an online wellness certification program. By April of the same year, Lisa envisioned starting her own business, a prospect that was both exhilarating and terrifying. Recognizing the need for a flexible schedule to manage her health and personal well-being, she resigned from her teaching position and embarked on her entrepreneurial journey. This pivotal decision allowed Lisa to control her destiny and create a business that aligned with her values and lifestyle.
Her Ideal Client and Unique Approach
Lisa’s ideal client is a woman in transition, possibly straddling the corporate world while yearning to create her own business. These women are often disillusioned with corporate politics and the relentless grind, seeking to pursue their passion and make a meaningful impact. However, they frequently struggle with confidence and the technical skills required to establish an online business. Lisa’s clients come from diverse backgrounds, including professionals tired of the corporate jungle and those with a deep connection to God, reflecting her own core values.
What sets Lisa apart in the coaching industry is her eclectic blend of life coaching, therapy, and business strategy. She is not a traditional coach in any single area but a unique blend of all three. Lisa helps clients identify their ideal clients, craft compelling messages, and build a robust social media presence. Beyond business strategy, she provides emotional support, helping clients navigate difficult life transitions, such as divorce or loss. Lisa’s approach is holistic, addressing both personal and professional challenges, and empowering women to walk confidently into entrepreneurship.
Future Goals and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Looking ahead, Lisa has ambitious goals for her business. She recently began working with a new coach to focus on a few core offers that can significantly impact the women she serves. Her objectives include increasing her income exponentially and bringing women together through live events. Lisa is also enrolled in a TEDx speaking program, aiming to expand her influence through public speaking and live events. Lisa created the FaceBook group Florida Boss Babes to help her initiative of bringing women together and creating the live events.
For aspiring entrepreneurs, Lisa offers invaluable advice: slow down and understand that entrepreneurship is a journey, not a race. She emphasizes the importance of building a solid foundation and warns against seeking approval from others. Lisa encourages women to trust their intuition, take risks, and not fear failure. She advises against comparing oneself to others and highlights the importance of perseverance, authenticity, and self-belief. Lisa also recognizes that having positive thinking and saying your affirmations, doesn’t mean you won’t have a bad day. She understands that we’re all human and to feel what you need to feel on the entrepreneurship path, but to pivot when you need to as it is truly a journey.
Connect with Lisa Marie Pepe
For those interested in learning more about Lisa and her coaching services, she can be found on Facebook, which is the best platform to connect with her. You can also connect with her at her website and other social media sites @LisaMariePepe or @Positive Transformation Coaching. Lisa's dynamic presence on social media allows her to reach a global audience, providing support and inspiration to women entrepreneurs everywhere.
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