Be Visible with Veronica

Be Visible with Veronica is the go-to podcast for bold, visionary women entrepreneurs ready to lead louder, rise stronger, and build businesses that light up the world. Hosted by award-winning entrepreneur and intuitive visibility strategist Veronica Bahn , each episode blends raw, unfiltered conversations with radiant business strategy. It is designed to help you align your voice with your mission and become so visible that you can’t be ignored. From bold startups to 7- and 8-figure empires, you’ll hear the truth behind the triumphs, the mindset behind the success, and the soul that fuels legacy-building leadership. Because visibility isn’t vanity—it’s leadership. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement for women who are done hiding and ready to be fully seen.

Be Visible with Veronica is a business podcast hosted by Veronica Bahn, with 69 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Veronica Bahn hosts Be Visible with Veronica, a business show with 69 episodes published.

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  Episode #70

  AI Should Sound Like YOU

  Oct 2, 202631 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail What if AI could give you something more valuable than content? Time. In this episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica Bahn sits down with Kristina Valenzuela, an entrepreneur and AI consultant, to talk about how business owners can use AI to save time, streamline repetitive work, strengthen their systems, and still sound like themselves. Kristina's journey is anything but linear. She started in interior design, moved into software, earned a master's degree in Global Business Management, worked on software implementations across hotel companies, and eventually stepped away from corporate life to return to entrepreneurship. Then she found AI. What caught her attention wasn't simply what AI could produce. It was how AI could be implemented into the way people actually work. That became the foundation for her business. Kristina's approach is simple: don't expect AI to understand your business if you haven't taken the time to teach it. Your documents. Your experience. Your language. Your preferences. Your customers. Your way of working. The more context you give it, the more useful it can become. And that's where this conversation gets especially interesting. Because AI isn't only about marketing. Kristina shares examples of using AI for: Saving time on emails and repetitive tasks Creating business documentation Training AI on your expertise Building personalized business agents Automating follow-up sequences Supporting sales teams Reviewing sales calls Creating proposals Connecting AI with existing business systems Giving employees more time for strategy and creativity Avoiding generic "AI slop" Preserving your personality and voice One of the biggest takeaways is that AI doesn't have to make your business less personal. When implemented thoughtfully, it can actually give you more time to do the things that require a human being: creativity, strategic thinking, relationships, leadership, and connection. Kristina also shares why entrepreneurs should stop waiting until they feel like an AI expert before getting started. The technology is changing constantly, so the goal isn't to master one tool forever. It's to understand how to build a foundation that can evolve with the technology. And perhaps the most important lesson? Don't let AI make you sound like everyone else. Your expertise and personality are still the differentiators. In this episode, you'll discover: Why Kristina left corporate life How her background in interior design shaped the way she sees technology Why she believes entrepreneurs need to start using AI How AI can create more time instead of simply creating more content Why training your AI matters What information you should give your AI How to build a business knowledge database How to use AI safely with business communications Ways AI can support sales and follow-up How AI can help teams spend more time on creative work What "AI slop" is and why it matters How to make AI sound more like you Why your personality belongs inside your AI systems How entrepreneurs can begin using AI without becoming overwhelmed If you've been curious about AI but keep thinking, "I don't have time to learn another thing," this conversation is for you. And if you're already using AI, Kristina may give you a completely different way to think about how you train it. Connect with Kristina Valenzuela: https://www.kristinavalenzuela.com/ Take your Visibility Quiz here: https://veronicabahn.com/visibility-scorecard Hair and Makeup by Jennifer Chriss: https://jennifer-chriss.com Veronica Bahn: https://veronicabahn.com/ #BeVisibleWithVeronica #AIForEntrepreneurs #ArtificialIntelligence #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAutomation

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  Episode #69

  What If Working Harder Isn’t the Answer? | Ketamine & High Performance

  Sep 24, 202645 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail What happens when a high performer reaches a point where working harder is no longer working? In this episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica Bahn sits down with Bronwyn Davis, executive coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Conscious Ketamine, for a conversation that goes far beyond the surface-level conversation around ketamine. Bronwyn spent more than 25 years coaching high-level executives and has completed thousands of coaching sessions. But after navigating an intense season that included COVID, identity theft, sleepless nights, long COVID, and a skin cancer diagnosis, she reached a moment when she could not simply coach her way through what was happening. She couldn't even get out of bed. That moment ultimately led her to explore therapeutic ketamine, conduct extensive research, and experience a new perspective that changed the direction of her work. Today, Bronwyn combines her background in high-performance coaching with a future-focused approach to ketamine preparation and integration. Her philosophy is not about simply taking ketamine. She emphasizes the inner work, preparation, integration, and roadmap that surround the experience. As Bronwyn explains it, her 10/90 rule means the medicine is only a small part of the process. The preparation and integration are where much of the work happens. In this episode, we explore: Why high performers can still hit a wall What led Bronwyn from executive coaching into ketamine work Her experience with identity theft and the fear that followed How long COVID and a cancer diagnosis compounded an already difficult season Why conventional talk therapy did not give her the breakthrough she needed What she discovered through her own therapeutic ketamine experience Why she describes the experience as deeply internal rather than simply "disconnecting" The difference between looking backward and becoming future-focused How coaching and ketamine can be integrated within Bronwyn's framework Why self-doubt can return even after significant success The importance of preparation and integration What Bronwyn means by the "10/90 rule" Why Conscious Ketamine is built around consciousness and inner work How she is training other coaches and wellness practitioners The powerful shift from knowing something intellectually to embodying it This conversation is not medical advice, and neither Veronica nor Bronwyn is presenting ketamine as a prescription or guaranteed solution. The episode is intended to bring awareness to a resource and encourage listeners to do their own research and consult appropriate medical professionals. If you've accomplished a lot but still feel stuck, if self-doubt has started creeping back in, or if you know there is another level of your life and leadership waiting for you, this conversation may give you a new perspective to explore. Connect with Bronwyn Davis: Bronwyn Davis Take your Visibility Quiz here: Visibility Quiz Hair and Makeup by Jennifer Chriss: Jennifer Chriss And remember, you are a light. It isn't just a spark, it is a flame. Keep creating your impact and giving others permission to shine. #BeVisibleWithVeronica #ConsciousKetamine #BronwynDavis #HighPerformance #Entrepreneurship

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  Episode #68

  When Everything Falls Apart, Keep Going

  Sep 17, 202637 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail What do you do when the career you built disappears, the safety net is gone, and you have no idea what comes next? For Jane Kassel, the answer was simple, but not easy: Keep going. On this episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica sits down with Jane Kassel of Kassel Benefits LLC for a conversation that begins with health insurance for entrepreneurs and evolves into a powerful story of resilience, faith, reinvention, and hope. Jane's career journey has taken many turns. She began working in vision care straight out of high school, built a long career in the industry, experienced multiple layoffs, became a single parent, and eventually decided she needed to create something no one could take away from her. But entrepreneurship didn't make life easier overnight. Jane shares the very real story of financial hardship, foreclosure, living in someone else's home, having her belongings in storage, and totaling her car at one of the lowest points in her life. Then came a phone call, a new opportunity, and a breakthrough. Within days of making her first sale, Jane began building a business that would eventually allow her to pay off debt, save $80,000, purchase a home, and become a top producer. But the most powerful part of her story isn't the money. It's what she learned along the way. Jane talks about why relationships matter more than being salesy, how networking helped her grow, why community is essential, and why you should never be afraid to try something new when you're in a changing market. She also shares practical insight into health insurance options for entrepreneurs, people considering leaving corporate employment, and those approaching early retirement. And then the conversation goes deeper. Jane talks about faith, surrender, the people who showed up at exactly the right time, and the importance of telling your true story instead of pretending everything is okay. Her message to women who are struggling is one every entrepreneur needs to hear: You can't quit on yourself. Sometimes you don't need to give up. Sometimes you just need a different vehicle. In this episode: Jane's unexpected path into entrepreneurship What multiple layoffs taught her about resilience Why she decided to become self-employed Health insurance considerations for entrepreneurs Options beyond traditional marketplace plans Why some women stay in corporate jobs for the benefits How Jane built a referral-based business Why relationships come before selling What foreclosure and financial hardship taught her The moment that changed everything The "ruby slippers" lesson How faith carried her through uncertainty Why community matters when you're struggling Why you should never quit on yourself The importance of sharing your authentic story Why you don't have to go through hard seasons alone If you're an entrepreneur who has ever wondered whether there is another way forward, this conversation is for you. Connect with Jane Kassel and learn more about Kassel Benefits LLC: https://www.kasselbenefits.com/ Take your Visibility Quiz here: https://veronicabahn.com/visibility-scorecard Hair and Makeup by: Jennifer Chriss https://jennifer-chriss.com/ If Jane's story moved you, leave a comment and tell us what part of her journey resonated most with you. And remember: you don't have to do it alone. Keep showing up. Keep believing. And when the path stops working, don't be afraid to find a different vehicle. #BeVisibleWithVeronica #WomenEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship #BusinessResilience #HealthInsurance

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  Episode #67

  GO BACK TO YOUR ROOTS

  Sep 10, 202631 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail What if the thing holding you back isn't a lack of ambition, knowledge, or opportunity? What if you've simply gotten too far away from your roots? In this episode of Be Visible with Veronica, Veronica Bahn sits down with Dr. Anna Laura for a powerful conversation about health, healing, purpose, entrepreneurship, and what happens when successful women finally give themselves permission to slow down. Dr. Anna Laura shares the deeply personal story that led her into naturopathic medicine. In her late 20s, she was an overachieving corporate professional working full time while going to school full time. After experiencing the loss of her brother to leukemia, she continued pushing forward while struggling with declining cognitive function, low physical energy, and what she later recognized as severe depression. After seeing approximately ten doctors without finding the answers she needed, she continued searching. Eventually, slowing down, changing her lifestyle, and listening more deeply became part of her healing journey. That journey eventually led her to naturopathic medicine and a completely different understanding of health: looking beyond the surface and exploring the underlying causes affecting the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a person's life. But this conversation goes far beyond health. Veronica and Dr. Anna Laura explore what happens when women entrepreneurs put themselves last, carry guilt about resting, and allow the demands of business and family to take priority over their own wellbeing. Because when the person driving the business is depleted, the business feels it too. And then the conversation takes an unexpected turn. After attending a conference, Dr. Anna Laura realizes that she has been spending so much time being the expert in her field that she has not been fully stepping into her role as the CEO and face of her own company. She begins to recognize that she has been limiting her own growth. That leads to one of the most powerful moments of the episode: Go back to your roots. Her business is built around the idea of roots and treating root causes. Her original vision carries a powerful image of a wise woman people come to for knowledge and healing. And now she realizes she needs to reconnect with that vision. Because sometimes the next level isn't about becoming someone completely different. Sometimes it is about returning to the woman, the mission, and the vision you knew you were meant to build in the first place. In this episode: • Dr. Anna Laura's personal journey from corporate success to naturopathic medicine • What happened when conventional medicine didn't provide the answers she needed • Why slowing down became part of her healing • How grief can affect more than our emotions • Why women entrepreneurs need to make their health a priority • The connection between physical health, mental clarity, and purpose • Why it's never too late to start something new • The importance of conferences, community, and continuing education • The difference between being the expert and being the CEO • How successful women can unintentionally keep themselves small • Why your business can be treated like a living, breathing entity • What it means to return to your roots • How alignment can create clarity for your next level • Dr. Anna Laura's vision for reaching and educating more women and families If you've been feeling successful on the outside but depleted on the inside... If you've been questioning your direction... If you've been putting everyone else first... Or if you know your business is ready for another level but something inside you is holding you back... This conversation is for you. Your health matters. Your purpose matters. Your business matters. And so do you. What was the most impactful part of this conversation? What moved you into action? And where in your life or business do you need to go back to your roots? Physician, Heal Thyself Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/physician-heal-thyself-the-podcast/id1753436888 Dr. Ana Lara's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PhysicianHealThyselfThePodcast Take your Visibility Quiz here: https://veronicabahn.com/visibility-scorecard Hair and Makeup by: Jennifer Chriss https://jennifer-chriss.com #BeVisibleWithVeronica #WomensHealth #WomenEntrepreneurs #NaturopathicMedicine #BusinessGrowth

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  Episode #66

  You Can Be Creative AND Strategic

  Sep 3, 202610 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail What if you could be both creative and strategic? What if you could lead with your heart and still measure what is actually working in your business? In this solo episode of Be Visible with Veronica , I share a surprising lesson behind receiving the 2026 Pacesetter Award as a Managing Director and Executive Managing Director with Women Network. The award was based on performance, numbers, and analytics. And that surprised me. Why? Because I have always led with creativity, spirituality, intuition, relationships, and heart. But looking back at the goals I had set for herself, I realized something powerful. I was already doing the work. I simply had to learn how to measure it. I share how being more specific about goals helped my track stages, podcasts, networking opportunities, guests, introductions, and other activities that create visibility. And I discovered that I didn't need to know exactly how everything would happen. I needed to know what I wanted to measure. This episode is a powerful reminder that being intuitive and being analytical are not opposites. You can be creative and strategic. You can lead from your heart and still look at the numbers. You can follow your intuition while building a business with intention. I also talk about one of the biggest challenges I see with high achieving women entrepreneurs: They aren't short on ideas. They're short on focus and perspective. When every new opportunity looks exciting, it is easy to chase the next shiny object, spread yourself too thin, and end up exhausted without actually moving forward. The answer isn't necessarily another idea. It may be focus. It may be perspective. And it may be having someone willing to tell you what you are not seeing. In this episode: • The unexpected lesson behind my Pacesetter Award • Why measurement changed the way I approached visibility • How to combine creativity with business strategy • Why you don't need to know the "how" before you begin • What entrepreneurs should actually be measuring • The power of proximity and being in the right rooms • Why successful entrepreneurs are often overwhelmed by too many ideas • How shiny objects can distract you from growth • Why focus and perspective are essential • What a growth and visibility strategist actually does • How to identify evidence of success • Why visibility is more than social media • The importance of walking the walk • Where the real growth edge lives • My challenge for entrepreneurs who want to become more visible Being visible doesn't mean posting more. It doesn't mean being everywhere. It means showing up with intention, building what you say you are building, and creating evidence that your message and mission are making an impact. So ask yourself: What are you measuring? What evidence do you have that your visibility is working? And most importantly: What are you doing today that is different from what you were doing yesterday? That is where growth begins. Make-Up Artist: Jennifer Chriss https://jennifer-chriss.com #BeVisibleWithVeronica #WomenEntrepreneurs #BusinessVisibility #Entrepreneurship #WomenInBusiness

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