In this powerhouse episode of Lessons From the Ashes, host Stephanie Rose sits down with Rebekah Higgs—better known as DIY Mom—to uncover how she turned creativity into a thriving empire.

🎤 From Music to Makeovers: Rebekah shares how she transitioned from indie musician to renovation expert, blending artistry with entrepreneurship. Her background in theater and music plays a key role in her creative approach to DIY projects and brand storytelling.

👩‍👧 The Power of Reinvention: An unexpected pregnancy changed everything, but instead of giving up, Rebekah built a brand that’s inspiring homeowners everywhere. She opens up about the importance of curiosity, embracing failure, and staying adaptable in business and life.

🏡 The DIY Mom Empire: Learn how she launched Matriarch Productions, starred in her own TV show, and became a household name in home transformation. She also shares her vision for the future—including an exciting new home project built in collaboration with her partner.

📲 Social Media, Brand Deals & Influence: Rebekah gets real about the influencer space, the intricacies of brand collaborations, and the power of aligning partnerships with your values. She highlights the importance of resilience in the face of rejection and how local connections can lead to major opportunities.

Rebekah’s story is a masterclass in resilience, resourcefulness, and refusing to settle. Tune in now!

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💥 From Fortune 500 Exec to Building a Business in Survival Mode 💥

What happens when a high-powered Fortune 500 COO walks away from the corporate world, only to face a life-altering crisis? In this raw and powerful episode, Melissa Franks shares how she went from navigating boardrooms to battling in family court—fighting for her safety, her kids, and her financial future.

After a domestic violence incident in 2023 left her unemployed and in survival mode, she turned her decades of expertise into a thriving business, proving that resilience and reinvention can go hand in hand. Now, 18 months later, she’s scaling her company while still under a restraining order and locked in one of the most complex divorce battles ever.

We dive deep into:
🔥 How she leveraged her corporate skills to launch a successful business from scratch
🔥 The harsh realities of starting over while facing legal and personal turmoil
🔥 The mindset shifts that turned adversity into opportunity
🔥 What she wishes more women knew about financial independence and personal safety

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and refusing to back down.

🎧 Listen now and get inspired by a story of grit, growth, and unbreakable strength.

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In this episode, we’re uncovering the truth about AI’s role in business growth. Is artificial intelligence revolutionizing your strategies or quietly sabotaging your success? Meet Bette, my bold AI co-host, as we explore how AI tools can scale businesses, where they might fall short, and what you need to know to stay ahead. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or just AI-curious, this episode breaks down the good, the bad, and the game-changing.

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