What if outsourcing your household tasks was the key to reclaiming your time, energy, and peace of mind?

In this insightful episode of the Present & Powerful Podcast, host Lyndsey Akers sits down with Kelly from Sage Haus—a trailblazer in modern household management—to talk about redefining what support looks like for today’s families.

Born from her own experience with burnout, Kelly shares the personal journey that led her to launch Sage Haus, a service designed to match overwhelmed families with trained house managers who bring order, relief, and calm to the chaos of daily life. From creating systems that support your unique lifestyle to dismantling the stigma of asking for help, this conversation is a masterclass in how thoughtful outsourcing can transform your home, your mindset, and your capacity.

Together, Lyndsey and Kelly dig into what it really takes to run a household with intention, how to make empowered decisions about investing in support, and why asking for help is one of the most courageous (and strategic) moves a parent can make.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ What a house manager is—and why it’s not just another name for a nanny or cleaner
✨ Why so many families still feel overwhelmed, even with childcare in place
✨ How conducting a “time audit” can help you delegate with confidence
✨ The mindset shifts required to overcome guilt and reclaim your time
✨ Why outsourcing is not about luxury, but about sustainability
✨ How Sage Haus is making household support accessible and meaningful

This conversation is for you if:
You’re a busy parent or entrepreneur craving more peace, clarity, and bandwidth in your daily life—and you’re ready to explore smart, sustainable support systems that actually work.

Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Sage Haus
03:08 – Kelly’s Burnout Story & the Birth of a New Model
06:01 – What Is a House Manager, Really?
09:04 – How Sage Haus Services Have Evolved
11:51 – Demystifying the Hiring Process
15:04 – Budgeting for Support That Fits Your Life
18:11 – The True Value of Time and Mental Load
21:13 – Accessibility and Custom-Tailored Help
23:43 – Understanding the Cost Factors
26:51 – The Power of a Time Audit
31:53 – Creating Systems That Work for You
36:01 – Dismantling Outsourcing Misconceptions
41:51 – Balancing Family, Business, and Boundaries
45:07 – Kelly’s Advice for Aspiring Founders

What really happens after the conference ends? In this special episode of the Present & Powerful Podcast, host Lyndsey Akers sits down with Taylor Smith:npowerhouse founder, community architect, and the visionary behind Power Table Live, to reflect on the unforgettable energy of this year’s event and what’s coming next.

Taylor shares candid insights into the planning, intention, and identity-driven leadership that shaped the Power Table Live experience. From sparking authentic connections to designing a conference that felt like a homecoming for ambitious women, she pulls back the curtain on the why behind the wow. Together, Lyndsey and Taylor explore how identity fuels entrepreneurship, why being in the room changes everything, and how to build powerful relationships that go beyond business cards.

If you’ve ever longed for a business community that sees all of you, this is the episode to hit play on.

What You’ll Learn:
✨ Why authenticity is the backbone of impactful networking
✨ How Taylor used her keynote to challenge identity norms in entrepreneurship
✨ What makes the Power Table Live experience different and deeply personal
✨ The real ROI of showing up in person and building before asking
✨ A look ahead at future opportunities and how to get involved in the movement

This conversation is for you if:
You’re a woman entrepreneur seeking more aligned community, meaningful networking, and a deeper connection between who you are and the business you’re building.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Event Recap
13:08
The Power of Community and Connection
21:19
Identity and Authenticity in Business
29:05
Future of Power Table Live and Speaker Opportunities

In this guest episode series of The Present and Powerful Podcast, Lyndsey Akers welcomes Hannah Wardenburg, founder of The Wealth Collaborative, for a conversation that unpacks what it really means for women to own their future when it comes to wealth, entrepreneurship, and financial freedom.

Together, Lyndsey and Hannah explore the rise of the new money movement, a shift that’s redefining how women approach business, profit, and long-term wealth. Hannah shares her evolution from traditional finance to building a firm that champions women entrepreneurs and empowers them to build aligned, sustainable, and profitable businesses.

You'll walk away with clarity around the often-confused concepts of revenue vs. profit, learn why having a solid exit strategy is a non-negotiable, and gain a deeper understanding of the mindset shifts required to truly build wealth, not just income.

This episode is a must-listen for ambitious women in business who are building their own empires while also navigating family life, relationship dynamics, and financial decision-making.

Hannah and Lyndsey don’t shy away from the tough conversations, whether it’s talking about money with a partner, embracing the unknown, or trusting yourself to do it scared. With practical advice, relatable stories, and strategic insights, this episode is the permission slip and the roadmap every woman entrepreneur needs.

Key Takeaways:

The new money movement is changing the game for women entrepreneurs

Knowing the difference between revenue and profit is essential

Mindset blocks around money are common (and conquerable)

Family responsibilities don’t have to stall your financial growth

Money conversations in relationships are key to building shared goals

Your business needs an exit strategy, even if you're just getting started

Women are creating wealth through passion, purpose, and strategic planning

Trusting yourself and doing it scared is often where success begins

Chapters Include:
00:00 – The Journey to Wealth Generation
05:01 – Navigating the New Money Movement
11:28 – Understanding Revenue vs. Profit
18:03 – Blind Spots in Financial Management
22:12 – Lifestyle Business vs. Enterprise Business
28:06 – Aligning Business Goals with Personal Wealth
29:42 – Exit Strategies: Why They Matter
31:26 – Life Beyond Business: Planning for Sustainability
33:01 – Balancing Family and Business
39:15 – Navigating Childcare and Support
41:26 – Investing Together: Couple Strategies
44:17 – Doing It Scared: Trusting Yourself
46:23 – Long-Term Wealth Planning