From Pumps to Power Moves

What does it truly take to build a business that feeds both your passion and your life?In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Hughes, co-owner of production agency Viscul and of spice company Calicutts, for a candid, inspiring conversation on entrepreneurship, personal growth and self-advocacy.Jessica shares her journey of navigating business challenges, rebuilding her confidence and giving herself permission to set healthy boundaries in leadership and family life. Plus, she breaks down the story behind Calicutts and what living a "Life Made Flavorful" really means: nourishing yourself, serving others, and building intentional community around the table.In this episode, we discuss:-Rebuilding self-confidence after business hurdles-The power of clear workplace and personal boundaries-Balancing dual-business ownership with family life-The story behind Calicutts and bringing purpose back to the table
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Website: claudia-williams.com
Email: claudiawilliams@humanzonebiz.com
Instagram: @frompumpstopowermoves
 
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When things don’t go according to plan in your career, how do you turn a major setback into your next power move?Dr. Tim Miller, Vice President of Student Affairs at James Madison University, joins us for an honest conversation about what happens when life throws you off track. From starting out as a struggling music major to facing unexpected job losses and career doubts, Tim shares how the hardest moments ultimately shaped his approach to leadership.In this episode, Tim breaks down how he stays grounded as a campus leader, why every executive needs people in their corner to hold them accountable and the mindset shifts that help you navigate big career transitions with confidence.
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Website: claudia-williams.com
Email: claudiawilliams@humanzonebiz.com
Instagram: @frompumpstopowermoves
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Transitioning from a successful corporate career to your next powerful chapter requires intention. On this episode of From Pumps to Power Moves, host Claudia Williams welcomes certified executive coach, Vistage Worldwide Master Chair and Faculty Member and TIGER 21 Chair Irina Baranov to unpack the intersection of business, resilience and human psychology. From her journey as a young Ukrainian immigrant navigating a new world with zero English at age seven, to helping today's most successful executives build high-performing teams, Irina shares the turning moments of her remarkable life story. Discover how early life challenges build an ability to read people, what made her ultimate corporate boss a legendary leader and the path to intentionally designing your life, your career and your relationships for success.
Connect with the Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinabaranov/ 
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Welcome to a brand-new era! Whether you’re a returning listener from the Leadership Backstage Podcast or finding us for the first time, Host Claudia Williams is thrilled to have you along for the ride.In this special introduction trailer, executive coach, business strategist and former attorney Claudia Williams gets completely candid about why she took a step back, the recent bumps in the road with her previous production, and how choosing growth over a messy fight led to this exciting evolution, the birth of From Pumps to Power Moves.Claudia shares the deeply personal inspiration behind the new name, tracing her own 30-year career journey from a people-pleasing assistant golf pro to commanding her own seat at the C-suite table. If you've ever felt the pressure to have your career completely figured out by 25, 30, or even 50, this episode is your reminder that failure is just part of the ride, and you are absolutely not on an island.Make sure to subscribe and tune in weekly as Claudia and her guests show you how to turn your ambition into action and your influence into impact. Every single week, we’ll bring you the real, unfiltered stories behind incredible career paths, leadership triumphs and how to get back up after falling down so you can master your own professional journey.Connect with Claudia & Submit Your Questions:Website: claudia-williams.comEmail: claudiawilliams@humanzonebiz.comDon't forget to hit follow, leave a review and share this episode with a professional who needs to hear it!