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What if the biggest threat to your business wasn't the economy, competition, or marketing... but the voice inside your own head?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Devy Walker, owner of About Face Boutique in Scottsdale, Arizona, shares the deeply personal story behind building a business for more than 35 years while quietly battling self-doubt, fear, and the internal criticism that nearly convinced her she wasn't successful enough.

From surviving the 2008 economic downturn to reinventing her business multiple times, Devy reveals why entrepreneurship can feel incredibly lonely, how community changed everything, and the mindset shift that helped her finally begin silencing what she calls "the bad neighborhood between my left ear and my right ear."

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, leader, or simply someone learning to trust yourself again, this conversation will remind you that your greatest asset isn't your strategy—it's your belief in yourself.

In this episode, you'll discover:

Why entrepreneurs often tie their self-worth to business results How fear-based decisions quietly sabotage growth The surprising reason many women lose confidence over time What Devy learned after 35 years in business Why community can be the antidote to isolation How personal style impacts confidence and visibility Why authenticity always outperforms trends The mindset shift that helped Debbie reclaim her joy

Owner of About Face Boutique in Scottsdale, Arizona.

For more than 35 years, she has helped women discover confidence through personal style, wardrobe consulting, makeup artistry, and image development. Known for her unique eye for fashion, relationship-centered service, and personalized styling approach, Debbie works with clients locally and nationwide to help them look and feel their very best.

Her mission is simple:

Help women feel confident, authentic, and beautiful at every stage of life.

Connect with DevyWalker

Instagram:
@devywalker

About Face Boutique
Scottsdale, Arizona

Phone:
602-292-0687

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00:00 Welcome to Season 2

01:30 Meet Debbie Walker of About Face Boutique

03:20 The Fashion Show That Started Everything

05:20 Reinventing After Economic Challenges

06:30 The "Bad Neighborhood" Between Your Ears

08:00 How Fear Impacts Business Decisions

10:00 Finding Community Through eWomenNetwork

13:00 Why Entrepreneurs Feel So Alone

17:30 Serving Clients for Over 35 Years

18:50 Almost Giving Up Entrepreneurship

24:00 Why Trends Don't Create Confidence

27:00 Shopping Your Own Closet

29:00 Building a Business Without Loans

31:00 Advice for Women Who Feel Invisible

34:00 Put the Bat Down

35:30 Final Thoughts and How to Connect

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The Truth About Building a Million-Dollar Business With Your Daughter.

What happens when you build a business, raise a family, and create a legacy at the same time?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Connie Bunyard shares the journey behind building Valley Remodeling into a seven-figure company while working alongside her daughter, leading with faith, and staying committed to the values that matter most.

This isn't just a story about revenue. It's a story about family, leadership, resilience, and creating impact that lasts for generations.

Together, they explore:

Building a seven-figure business from the ground up Working side-by-side with family Creating a succession plan with her daughter, Lizzy The importance of values-driven leadership Why community involvement matters Lessons from Rotary leadership The role of coaching in business growth What success really means after reaching a major milestone

Most importantly, Connie reminds us that growth isn't just about revenue—it's about impact, relationships, and building a lasting legacy.

Whether you're building your first business, growing a team, or navigating leadership alongside family, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical inspiration.

Connect with Connie Bunyard & Valley Remodeling

https://valleyremodelingaz.com/

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00:00 Welcome to Season 2

00:55 Celebrating a 7-Figure Milestone

01:52 What Reaching Seven Figures Really Felt Like

03:28 Raising Seven Children & Building a Business

05:00 The Evolution of Valley Remodeling

06:30 Why Relationships Matter in Remodeling

08:00 Faith, Business & Blessings

08:24 Becoming Rotary President

10:15 Leadership, Service & Saying Yes

12:00 Rotary's Global Impact

15:00 Growing a Family Business

17:00 Working Alongside Her Daughter

18:45 Mother-Daughter Leadership Lessons

24:30 Creating a Legacy Through Business

25:20 Only 1.1% of Women Reach This Milestone

28:00 Defining Success Beyond Revenue

29:30 Daily Practices for Joy & Resilience

31:30 Final Thoughts & Celebration

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Welcome to Season 2 of Be Visible with Veronica!

What happens when the career you've built no longer feels aligned with the life you're meant to live?

In this inspiring Season 2 premiere, Veronica sits down with Gina R. Smith, Fractional Sales Leader, Sales Strategist, Air Force veteran, and Amazon bestselling author, for a powerful conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, sales, reinvention, and trusting yourself enough to pivot when the time is right.

After more than 30 years in corporate leadership, human resources, sales, and management, Gina discovered that success isn't always about doing more. Sometimes it's about returning to the gifts you've had all along.

Together, Veronica and Gina explore the courage it takes to leave behind what is familiar, build a business aligned with your strengths, and embrace sales as an act of service rather than persuasion.

If you've ever questioned your next step, wondered if you're in the right business, struggled with sales, or felt called to something bigger, this conversation will encourage you to trust your experience, leverage your expertise, and confidently move toward your next chapter.

Why Listen to This Episode?

In this episode you'll discover:

How Gina transitioned from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship Why sales is really about relationships, trust, and service The leadership lessons she learned from serving alongside the U.S. Air Force How to recognize when you're operating outside your zone of genius Why alignment is often the missing ingredient in business growth Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow revenue Why every business owner needs a clear sales strategy and roadmap What it means to build a business that supports your life—not the other way around One of the Biggest Takeaways

Sometimes the answer isn't learning a new skill.

Sometimes the answer is fully embracing the expertise you've already spent decades developing.

About Gina R. Smith

Gina R. Smith is a Fractional Sales Leader, Sales Strategist, Amazon bestselling author, speaker, and veteran of the United States Air Force.

Through Gina R. Smith Coaching & Advisory Services, she helps organizations and entrepreneurs increase revenue, improve communication, strengthen leadership, and create meaningful business growth through strategic sales systems and relationship-building.

Connect with Gina

Website: GinaRSmith.com

LinkedIn: Gina R. Smith

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https://VeronicaBahn.com

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https://www.ewomennetwork.com

YouTube Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Season 2

01:43 Growing Up in an Air Force Family

03:44 Learning Leadership Early

06:35 Discovering Her True Strengths

08:19 Leading Teams and Building Trust

10:18 Communication That Creates Results

12:18 The Influence of Family and Values

15:18 Leaving Corporate and Taking the Leap

16:25 The Business Model That Didn't Fit

17:25 Returning to Her Zone of Genius

24:58 Sales Mistakes Business Owners Make

27:19 Designing a Business Around Your Life

33:00 Looking Ahead to 2026

34:14 Final Thoughts and Subscribe

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What if the biggest thing holding your business back… isn’t strategy—but your relationship with money?

In this powerful and honest episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with financial coach and strategist Peggy McInnis to talk about the conversation most women avoid:

Debt. Money. And paying yourself.

With over 50 years in corporate accounting, Peggy thought she had it all figured out—until life forced her into a new reality.

After becoming power of attorney for her mother and uncovering $89,000 in hidden credit card debt, while also managing her own financial challenges, Peggy had to face the truth head-on.

And what she discovered changed everything.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• how Peggy uncovered $89,000 in hidden debt
• why most entrepreneurs don’t pay themselves
• the simple shift that changes your entire financial future
• how subscriptions quietly drain your income
• why awareness is the first step to financial freedom
• the truth about “I can’t afford it”
• how to find money you didn’t know you had
• balancing joy and discipline in your spending
• creating a plan that actually works in real life

About Peggy McInnis

Peggy McInnis is a financial coach, strategist, and creator of the Money Map Method, helping women entrepreneurs get out of debt, build confidence with money, and create a clear path toward financial freedom.

With 50 years of experience in accounting and a personal journey through debt and caregiving, Peggy brings both expertise and empathy to every conversation.

Her mission:
To help over 1,000 women transform their financial future.

Key Takeaways If you don’t track it, you can’t change it Pay yourself first—even if it’s small Awareness creates control You don’t need shame—you need a plan Small changes create massive results over time Free Resource

Peggy offers a simple budget template to help you get started right away. https://peggymcinnis.com/

Because clarity around your money changes everything.

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00:00 Introduction to Peggy McInnis
02:00 Discovering $89,000 in hidden debt
05:00 Why entrepreneurs struggle with money
08:00 The truth about paying yourself
14:00 Subscriptions and hidden expenses
20:00 Balancing spending and joy
23:00 Credit card debt and business decisions
26:00 Creating a financial plan
29:00 Final thoughts

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What does it really take to stay in business for 25 years… and still be evolving?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with Amy Pierquet, founder of Waterfront Graphic, to talk about longevity, reinvention, and what it truly means to grow as an entrepreneur.

Amy’s journey didn’t follow a straight line.

From building a successful career in magazine design… to watching that entire industry collapse… to starting over in website design and now leading in the age of AI—this is a masterclass in adaptability, mindset, and resilience.

✨ Why Listen to This Episode
This episode will help you:

• understand how to pivot when your industry changes overnight
• overcome limiting beliefs that keep you stuck
• learn why mindset work is the foundation of business success
• stay ahead of trends instead of reacting to them
• evolve your business without losing your identity

If you’re navigating change or questioning your next move… this episode is for you.

About Amy Pierquet
Amy Pierquet is the founder of Waterfront Graphic, a design and web strategy company with over 25 years of experience helping businesses elevate their digital presence.

Starting in magazine publication, Amy developed a deep understanding of layout, flow, and visual storytelling—skills she now applies to modern website design, SEO strategy, and AI-driven evolution.

🔗 Learn more and connect:
https://waterfrontgraphic.com/

🌟 What You’ll Hear in This Episode
• how Amy built a 25-year business in a changing industry
• the moment her entire industry shifted
• overcoming limiting beliefs
• why your energy matters more than your skillset
• how to ask better questions to serve your clients
• staying ahead of trends (including AI and digital evolution)
• the power of networking and relationship building
• mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs
• building a legacy business your family can grow into

🔥 Key Insight from This Episode
“Your expertise is only as strong as the questions you ask.”

This episode is a reminder that success isn’t just about skill, t’s about clarity, confidence, and connection.

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Because evolution is the key to longevity.

🎥 YouTube Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Amy Pierquet
02:00 25 years in business milestone
07:00 Transition from magazines to websites
09:00 Facing failure and starting over
12:00 Overcoming limiting beliefs
15:00 The power of mindset and healing
18:00 Showing up with confidence
24:00 Staying ahead of trends (AI + digital)
30:00 Mentorship and helping new entrepreneurs
33:00 Family, legacy, and succession planning

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What happens when you’ve built the “perfect” career… but you know deep down it’s no longer yours?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with Cathy Reilly, CEO of Sharing the Shine and creator of The Clarity Code™, to talk about the “The 7-Year Itch.”

After seven years of building her entrepreneurial path alongside a high-stakes litigation career, Cathy reached a defining moment, she knew it was time to fully step into the life she had been preparing for.

But this isn’t just a story about leaving a job.

This is a story about:
• preparation
• resilience
• trusting your timing
• and rising after life nearly takes you out

After enduring four surgeries in five months and facing a life-threatening health crisis, Cathy came back stronger, clearer, and more committed than ever to her purpose.

Why Listen to This Episode

This episode will help you:

• recognize when it’s time to step into your next chapter
• understand why “going slow” is actually how you speed up
• build a business while still working your current role
• use speaking and visibility as powerful marketing tools
• communicate with clarity, confidence, and authority
• navigate adversity and come back stronger than before

If you’ve been feeling that internal nudge… this episode is your sign.

Free Gift from Cathy

If you’ve ever felt like your message isn’t landing, or people tune out before you even finish…

Cathy created something just for you:

How to Lose the Room in 10 Seconds
https://freegiftfromcathy.com

This quick, powerful resource will show you exactly what not to do, and how to immediately elevate your communication and presence.

About Cathy Reilly

Cathy Reilly is the CEO of Sharing the Shine and the founder of The Clarity Code™, a proven framework that helps leaders communicate with impact, lead with purpose, and perform with precision.

With over 25 years of experience consulting attorneys in high-stakes courtroom environments, Cathy blends psychology, neurolinguistics, and leadership strategy to help professionals master high-stakes conversations and create aligned results.

She is also a two-time bestselling author and a highly sought-after speaker.

Learn more about Cathy’s work:
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00:00 Introduction to Cathy Reilly
05:00 Building a business while still working
08:00 Knowing when it’s time to leave
11:00 Going slow to speed up
14:00 Launching a speaking career
17:00 Using the stage as a marketing tool
20:00 The Clarity Code™ explained
24:00 Leadership and communication mastery
27:00 The power of networking
33:00 Resilience and recovery

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What happens when your career is pushing you to the brink… and you finally decide to walk away with no plan?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with Jennifer Sheets, founder of New Path Executive Support, to talk about what it really looks like to trust yourself when everything feels uncertain.

Jennifer shares the raw truth behind leaving a high-pressure role in a law firm when her health, stress levels, and fulfillment were at a breaking point and how that one decision led to building a thriving business she’s now run for over a decade.

This conversation is about more than business.
It’s about courage, alignment, visibility, and choosing yourself, even when it feels terrifying.

Why Listen to This Episode

This episode will help you:

• recognize when your career is no longer aligned with your wellbeing
• find the courage to make a change—even without a clear plan
• understand how opportunities come through connection and visibility
• learn how to grow a team with intention and integrity

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly unhappy… this conversation will speak directly to you.

About Jennifer Sheets

Jennifer Sheets is the founder of New Path Executive Support, a global business providing high-level executive and client support to entrepreneurs and leaders.

After leaving a demanding role in a law firm, Jennifer built her business organically—starting with a simple “yes” to helping a friend—and has since grown it into a long-term, relationship-driven company with clients she has supported for over 10 years.

Her mission is to support impactful leaders by helping them focus on their vision while she manages the details that keep their businesses running.

Connect with Jennifer:
Jennifer@NewPathExecutiveSupport.biz Bonus: Beyond Business

Jennifer also shares her journey as a vocalist, including recording her first album and stepping into new opportunities, including performing in powerful new spaces and working toward a second album release.

Because visibility isn’t just business… it’s who you are fully expressed.

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What does it really take to build a business that lasts 22 years… while raising a family, leading a team, and staying true to your vision?

In this powerful episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with Chef Nikky Phinyawatana, founder of a thriving Thai restaurant group based in Dallas, to talk about what it actually looks like to build a multi-million dollar business rooted in culture, connection, and purpose.

With five restaurants and a $15 million milestone, Chef Nikky shares the real journey behind her success, from working alongside her husband, to raising a family, to building a team that believes deeply in the mission.

This is not just a story about food.
This is a story about legacy, leadership, growth, and soul.

Why Listen to This Episode

This episode will help you:

• understand what it takes to build a long-term, sustainable business
• learn how to grow and lead a team that believes in your vision
• navigate business ownership while raising a family
• explore the power of mentorship, coaching, and personal development
• build something meaningful without losing yourself in the process
• create experiences that connect people through culture and purpose

If you’re building something big… this episode will meet you there.

About Chef Nikky

Chef Nikky Phinyawatana is a Dallas-based restaurateur, entrepreneur, and author who has built a thriving Thai restaurant brand over the past 22 years.

With deep roots in her Thai heritage—her father being fully Thai—and a passion for sharing culture through food, Chef Nikky travels to Thailand multiple times a year to stay connected to the traditions, flavors, and experiences that inspire her work.

She is also the creator of highly sought-after Thailand retreats, offering immersive cultural and culinary experiences that sell out quickly each year.

Featured Book

Thai Food and Travel with Chef Nikky: Easy Thai Recipes to Feed Your Soul

Chef Nikky’s cookbook brings Thai cuisine into your home with over 50 easy, flavor-packed recipes designed to nourish both body and soul.

Her philosophy is simple and powerful:
Food should not only taste incredible, it should feed your soul.

https://a.co/d/08svoS7H

Connect with Chef Nikky

Follow Chef Nikky on social media and explore her restaurants, retreats, and recipes.

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Be sure to subscribe, like, and leave a review so we can continue amplifying powerful stories of women in business.

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