Meet the Co-Hosts of Better Than Gossip

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Amy Schmidt

I am the ultimate cheerleader and captain of any team empowering women to CANNONBALL with confidence. I married my college sweetheart, have moved 11 times, am a mom to three big kids. I’m a lover of laughter, enjoy a nice glass of wine, a table with every seat taken and I’m the one that doesn’t enjoy small talk, but conversations with a tissue box nearby.

BTG Role: Podcast and video guru, PR, information and communication specialist. Constant connector.

I wish I’d known: You are the historian of your life and you are the keepers of your stories. Don’t let fear stand in the way of sharing yours.

Best advice to be your best, confident self? Start your day with positive affirmations and take time during the day to check in and see how you’re doing. 

What’s on your desk: piles of sticky notes – they rule my world at all times. My favorite shade of Chanel lipstick because my mom said always wear lipstick and a letter from my mom that’s always in sight to read when I just might need a little pick me up.

Favorite self-care hack: Fill your tell me something good jar with the compliments you receive from others, and then on a day you’re feeling blue – pull one out and read it, savor it and realize you are enough, just as you are.

Favorite quote: “Try to be a rainbow in somebody’s cloud” – Maya Angelou

Ageless advice to timeless women: Create your highlight reel, savor your accomplishments and never underestimate your value. Perfectionism is the thief of joy and asking for help is not a sign of weakness, phew (enough said). Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

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Amy is Founder of the brand Fearlessly Facing Fifty, award-winning podcast host, best selling author, TEDx speaker and confidence specialist. She inspires women to CANNONBALL with confidence at any age. She is a regular contributor on televisions and print around the country and known as a reinvention specialist. She is the author of Cannonball! Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond. You’re never too old and it’s never too late. If you are ready to Cannonball with Confidence go to: www.fearlesslyfacingfifty.com.

Kristen Coffield

I am a problem solver with a sense of humor, creative thinker and happy culinary coordinator. Mom to three adult kids who never fail to amaze me, wife of the funniest man alive, hostess with the mostest who loves to be in the kitchen.

BTG role: Brand Visionary, wordsmith, and super-connector.

Favorite self-care hack: Hydrate like your life depends on it; because it actually does.

Favorite meal: Lobster on the rocks. When in Maine, we bring our propane cooker to the rocky backshore of our island, boil our lobsters in seawater and eat them right there. Tossing the shells back in the ocean and licking our fingers clean.

Must-have morning beverage: I am fascinated with the power of warm lemon water to rehydrate my body and brain after the fast that occurs during sleep. Then my multi talented-hubby and personal barista whips up the perfect oat milk latte.

Favorite Quote: “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it’s in hot water.” –Eleanor Roosevelt

Ageless Advice for Timeless Women: 

Chase down those good ideas when you have them; don’t wait for someone else to beat you to it. And this is a biggie! Let go of the things over which you have no control. If you can’t change or fix it, shift your energy to projects that deserve your time and attention.

I wish I had learned this lesson sooner.

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Kristen is the wellness lifestyle expert and founder of theculinarycure.com, where she teaches purpose-driven humans to turn food and habit into superpowers for health and happiness. Kristen is a regular contributor on television and radio and her writing has been featured in Thrive Global, Medium, The Pro Age Woman and The Georgetown Dish. Her book, How Healthy People Eat: An Eater’s Guide To Healthy Habits, is a starting point for anyone ready to harness the power on the end of their fork.

Karen Benziger

BTG role: The annoying one.

Favorite self-care hack: Regular trips to the masseuse, hairdresser and manicure lady. Well worth EVERY penny.

Favorite food: Nachos! Any time, anywhere – the PERFECT, happy and delicious sharing meal. I especially love making them for friends and family.

In my office: everything! I work, I craft, I cook, and am in the middle of many projects … it’s awesome to DO things for your friends, family and community. And for yourself.

Favorite Quote: NEVER miss the opportunity to shut the f%*k up.

Ageless Advice for Timeless Women: Let it go – and breathe. You can’t change anyone so accept everyone you meet just as they are.

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Thirty years spent designing and building all kinds of branded spaces, then taking them on the road provided Karen’s skill set. Learning to manage projects has informed every aspect of her life. She loves her husband, their kids and life!