Superheroes in Heels with Kimberley Borgens

About Superheroes in Heels with Kimberley Borgens

The podcast focuses on fiercely empowering women in business, as entrepreneurs and women in male-dominated industries, featuring guests who embody strength, resilience, competence, and a touch of sass as they navigate business and life. Looking for guests who are willing to bring a wealth of experience and knowledge but also possess the strength, resilience, and sass that align with the tone of my podcast. I want their stories and insights to provide immense value to my audience, helping me to establish a powerful podcast as a must-listen for women looking to empower themselves in business. The goal is to build competence and discover how brave women can be in business.

Publisher

Kimberley Borgens

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 May 2025

Latest episode

10 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

84 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Nov 2026

   Why You Can't Just Do Less: The Drive Behind a Woman Who Builds

   Welcome back to Superheroes in Heels! I’m Kimberley Borgens, and in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a question so many ambitious women wrestle with: What’s really fueling our drive and do the people closest to us truly understand it? If you’ve ever been told to slow down, take something off your plate, or wondered if your commitment to business makes sense to those you love, this episode is for you. I’m getting real about what it’s like to carry deep ambition while balancing relationships, family, and the pressure to do “just enough.” Drawing on over three decades of building a business side-by-side with my husband (who’s also my business partner!), I explore the difference between being busy for busy’s sake and choosing to pour yourself into building something meaningful. I’ll share how my upbringing shaped my powerful need for financial security, and why thriving not just surviving matters so much to me. I also dive into the honest conversations, occasional misunderstandings, and very different motivations that can exist even in the most tightly knit partnerships. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why caring about someone and understanding what drives them are not always the same thing The two mindsets people bring to problems: “Who’s supposed to fix this?” vs “What needs to happen next?” The tension between picking up extra responsibilities and letting others step up How your childhood relationship with money and security can shape your ambition as a woman entrepreneur The importance of having honest conversations with loved ones so they can see your real why beyond just a full calendar Permission to want more: choices, learning, relationships, and a future you create on purpose Why sometimes stepping in is leadership, and sometimes it’s just keeping others from growing How to balance ambition with boundaries so your health, business, and relationships all thrive This week’s superhero reflection: Ask yourself, what’s driving your ambition? Is it to prove something, to create more choices, or to break patterns you saw growing up? Share your reason with someone close to you not to convince them to agree, but so they can understand what matters most to you. The woman who built your business has her own story, her own reasons, and her own dreams. You don’t have to apologize for wanting to build something meaningful. Define your drive for yourself, have the conversations that matter, and build both the business and the life you truly want. If this conversation resonates with you, share it with a woman who needs to know her ambition is valid. Subscribe, leave a review, and join us in the Hive Hangout at KimberleyBorgens.com (http://kimberleyborgens.com) where women support, define, and protect their dreams side by side. Keep showing up as your own kind of superhero, in heels or any way you choose! Mentioned in this episode: Superheroes in Heels is part of the eWomenPodcastNetwork eWomenPodcastNetwork (https://superheroes-in-heels.captivate.fm/ewpn)

2. 

   3 Nov 2026

   Are You Building a Business or Becoming Its Biggest Bottleneck?

   Welcome back to Superheroes in Heels! I’m Kimberley Borgens, your host, and today I’m asking a question that might sting a little: What if the biggest thing standing between your business and its next level is you? If every decision needs your approval, your team brings you problems instead of solutions, and you can’t step away without things piling up, this episode is for you. Being the woman who can handle everything helped you build your business. But continuing to handle everything could be keeping it from growing. Drawing on 34 years in business, I share why the resourcefulness that makes us capable entrepreneurs can also lead us into what I call the “hero trap”—a business that depends on us constantly swooping in to save the day. We’ll talk honestly about why being needed feels good, why letting go can challenge your identity, and how to move from solving every problem to developing people who can solve problems without you. In this episode, you’ll hear: Five signs you’ve become the bottleneck in your own business Why “Can I handle this?” and “Should I be handling this?” are two very different questions The difference between delegating tasks and giving someone ownership and authority How the need to feel useful can keep you stuck in the everyday work of your business What your team needs to make decisions confidently, including clear expectations, boundaries, and support How to use a four-bucket bottleneck audit to identify what to keep, hand off, develop, or stop doing altogether Why protecting your time for strategy, relationships, and future opportunities is part of your responsibility as CEO This week’s superhero challenge: Choose one thing your business currently waits on you for that it shouldn’t have to. Then address the reason it depends on you. Create the process, train the person, define their authority, and establish clear expectations. Once you’ve handed it off, give them the opportunity to become capable—even if they do it differently than you would. The woman who built your business deserves to be celebrated. Her grit, hustle, and willingness to figure things out got you here. But she doesn’t have to personally carry every version of the company that comes next. Your next level asks you to grow, too—from doing the work to building the people and systems that make the work happen. If this conversation sounds familiar, share it with another woman who’s become the person everyone depends on. Subscribe, leave a review, and join us inside the Hive Society at KimberleyBorgens.com (https://kimberleyborgens.com/), where powerful women gather to break barriers and rise together. Heels or not, keep embracing your inner superhero! Mentioned in this episode: Superheroes in Heels is part of the eWomenPodcastNetwork eWomenPodcastNetwork (https://superheroes-in-heels.captivate.fm/ewpn)

3. 

   27 Oct 2026

   When Did Working Less Become the Goal?

   Welcome back to another empowering episode of Superheroes in Heels! I’m Kimberley Borgens, and today I’m tackling a hot topic I believe every ambitious woman in business needs to hear: Do you have to work less to find balance, or is it okay—maybe even necessary—for some of us to embrace working more on our own terms? In this episode, I share my personal journey as a CEO and entrepreneur who’s often told to cut back, to chase the ideal of a 3-day workweek. But what if that model simply doesn’t fit your business—or your dreams? I take you inside a recent conference where this message was everywhere, and I had to ask: What if I don’t want to work less? What You’ll Learn in This Episode Redefining Ambition The conversation focused on breaking free from generic advice like “work less, live more,” especially when that advice is delivered as if it’s the gold standard. I get vulnerable about why ambition drives me, and how my life experiences—including growing up with financial uncertainty—shape my work ethic and desire to create lasting stability. Work Ethic vs. Busyness A key theme that emerged was the distinction between genuine, productive effort and simply looking busy for others' approval. There’s a huge difference between being occupied and being intentional with your time. I challenge the myth that the number of hours you work determines your success, and instead invite you to consider: Are you investing your energy in ways that truly move you forward? Seasons of Business and Life The discussion explored how every businesswoman goes through different seasons. Sometimes you need to hustle and put in more hours to gain new skills, build relationships, or lay the financial foundation for long-term growth. Other times, it may be right to step back and focus on your health or family. I share practical, real-life strategies for setting boundaries, including how I managed “no work Tuesdays” to prioritize family—without sacrificing business growth. Permission to Define Your Own Success One concept discussed was the power and necessity of creating your own definition of success. Whether your driving force is financial independence, freedom, making an impact, or building a legacy, only you can decide the right path for you. You aren’t less ambitious if you work fewer hours; you aren’t more worthy if you work yourself sick. It’s about being intentional and making those choices consciously. Honest Reflection—And Powerful Questions To help you get clarity, I walk you through five self-reflection questions designed to evaluate what you’re really working for, whether your efforts are producing the results you want, and if there are things you’re avoiding by staying “busy.” I talk candidly about the difference between being driven versus using work as an escape—encouraging you to dig deep, not just for productivity but for real, fulfilling growth. The Importance of Relationships & Continuous Learning Several points were raised, including the value of seeking out relationships with people who push you to grow, volunteering for projects strategically, and continuing to learn so you become more valuable to your team and business. It's not just what you do, but who you do it with and how you approach opportunity. If you’re tired of one-size-fits-all business advice, or ever felt guilty for craving more from your career, this episode was made for you. I’m not here to tell you to hustle harder—or to take it easy if that’s not right for you. I’m here to help you ask the right questions, define your own path, and unapologetically own your ambition. We’re all at different stages and have unique motivations—for some, it’s providing for family, for others, it’s freedom or legacy. My goal in this conversation is to lift that veil of shame and help you confidently claim your vision, your workstyle, and your future. I want you to leave today knowing you have the power to choose. You can be a devoted mom, a loving partner, and a fierce businesswoman striving for financial security—all while rejecting cookie-cutter approaches. Whether your path is a 3-day workweek or 60-hour weeks as you build your empire, your success is yours to define. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and connect with me inside the Hive Hangout at KimberleyBorgens.com (KimberleyBorgens.com). Share your journey, tell me how you’re redefining success, and let’s continue to inspire and support each other as Superheroes in Heels. Mentioned in this episode: Superheroes in Heels is part of the eWomenPodcastNetwork eWomenPodcastNetwork (https://superheroes-in-heels.captivate.fm/ewpn)

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• Power couple
• Dr Elizabeth Rosner
• Amy Matthews
• Misty Kortes
• Sarah Reiff-Hekking

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 54 / 100

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Quality

94

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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