Meet Dr. Stephanie Barnes: Helping High-Achieving Women Live a Life That’s Fulfilling, Fit, and Free

CEO of 414 E. Clay Street Productions
Podcast Host | Speaker | Media Producer

Dr. Stephanie Barnes is on a mission to empower high-achieving women to create lives that are both successful and fulfilling. Through her work as a speaker, media producer, and host of Living Life in the AND podcast, she challenges women to reject the false choice between career success and personal fulfillment. Instead, she teaches them to embrace “Living Life in the AND”—where they can have both.

The Birth of a Mission: From Personal Struggle to Empowering Women

Stephanie’s business was born from her own journey. As a working mother with ambitious professional goals, she often felt torn between career success and personal fulfillment. Over time, she discovered that she didn’t have to choose—she could intentionally design a life that included both.

“I realized that through intentional choices, I could be both successful and fulfilled,” Stephanie shares. “This concept resonated deeply with other women who had achieved so much professionally but were still searching for something more.”

Her mission now is to help other women make that same shift—to step into their power and create a life on their terms.

The Challenges and Rewards of Living Life in the AND

Stephanie acknowledges that truly Living Life in the AND takes effort and patience.

“It doesn’t happen overnight,” she explains. “It requires strategic planning, ongoing work, and the patience to allow the seeds you plant to grow.”

The challenge? High-achieving women often want immediate results, but transformation is a process.

The reward? Watching women experience the moment when they realize they can design the life they desire.

“One of the most fulfilling moments of my career was seeing a client’s eyes light up with excitement as we created her action plan,” Stephanie says. “That spark of joy and hope—that’s why I do this work.”

The Power of Choice: Stephanie’s Advice for Women

Stephanie believes that every woman holds the power to shape her own destiny.

“Our lives are shaped by the choices we make,” she says. “Choice is a powerful tool, and when we recognize that, we unlock our true potential.”

Her advice to women: Own your power. Make bold choices. Step into the life you deserve.

Expanding Her Reach: Stephanie’s Future Goals

Stephanie is expanding her impact through media, using platforms like podcasting, books, and video content to empower women globally.

“My mission is to produce media that uplifts and enriches the lives of girls and women,” she shares. “Sometimes all it takes is hearing or seeing something inspiring to ignite the desire to create.”

Her ultimate goal? To be that spark of inspiration that leads women to transform their lives.

The Strength of Community: How IAW Supports Stephanie’s Mission

Stephanie values the power of community and the wisdom that comes from connecting with other women.

“Whenever women come together, there is immense power,” she says. “We often feel isolated, but IAW creates a space where we can share knowledge, support one another, and grow together.”

Her advice to new IAW members: Engage, ask questions, and contribute. The more you participate, the more you’ll grow—not just personally, but professionally.

A Life-Changing Moment: Finding Strength in Transformation

Stephanie’s journey took a pivotal turn in 2016 when she finalized her divorce after 21 years of marriage.

“I was faced with a choice: stay in my comfort zone or step out on faith,” she recalls. “In 2017, I took the leap, moved to Atlanta, and began building the life I truly desired.”

That decision became one of the most transformative moments of her life. It reinforced her belief that every woman has the power to create something new—even in the face of uncertainty.

Explore Stephanie’s Work: Podcast & VIP Experience

Stephanie offers two key resources for high-achieving women ready to step into transformation:

🎙️ Living Life in the AND Podcast: Inspiring conversations and actionable strategies to help women create a fulfilling life. Listen on Apple Podcasts: Living Life in the AND Podcast.

🌟 NEW YOU Transformation VIP Experience: A two-day intensive designed to help women create a clear blueprint for their ideal life.

Connect with Dr. Stephanie Barnes

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