Makenzie Co. founder Makenzie Conklin is a confidence coach, entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor known for helping ambitious women become more confident, disciplined, and unapologetic in business and life.

After leaving corporate and building a multiple six-figure coaching business in her twenties, Makenzie has become known for her bold perspective on confidence, self-trust, and personal growth. Today, she leads a growing community through her program Fiera and creates content centered around audacity, leadership, entrepreneurship, and becoming the person you're capable of being.

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisette Sanchez, psychologist and founder of Calathea Wellness to talk about what it really looks like to navigate visibility, success, and personal growth as a first-generation woman. We discuss perfectionism, imposter syndrome, public speaking, success guilt, and the challenge of building a life that honors both where you come from and where you want to go. It's an honest conversation about healing, self-trust, and giving yourself permission to take up space.

Connect with Dr. Lisette Sanchez:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefirstgenpsychologist/

Website: https://lisettesanchez.com

Wellness Cards: https://lisettesanchez.com/wellness-cards

Featured Articles: https://www.oprahmag.com/health-wellness/

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction & Connection

01:56 Dr. Lisette's Journey & Becoming The First Gen Psychologist

03:54 The First-Generation Experience & Mental Health

06:08 Visibility, Public Speaking & Being Seen

09:01 Perfectionism & Imposter Syndrome

10:52 Overcoming the Fear of Visibility

14:08 Success Guilt & Its Impact on Growth

25:12 Releasing Self-Limiting Beliefs

26:34 Honoring Your Ancestors' Sacrifices

28:33 The Gift of Access, Information & Resources

30:08 Perfectionism, Progress & Self-Trust

33:04 Defining Success Beyond Traditional Metrics

36:33 Authenticity, Healing & Personal Growth

43:05 Finding Your Own Pace & Trusting Your Journey

This episode is about demand.

What it actually is. How it gets created. And why some people have incredible demand before they ever make an offer… while other people keep posting nonstop and still feel overlooked.

I’m breaking down the difference between visible demand and invisible demand, why visibility matters way more than most people realize, and the psychology behind why people start paying attention, trusting you, and eventually buying from you.

We’re also talking about trust. Repetition. Being known. And how to build demand online in a way that feels real, sustainable, and actually connected to who you are — not just another marketing strategy someone told you to copy.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Visibility and Demand 01:46 Understanding Demand: What It Is and Isn't 05:46 Invisible vs. Visible Demand 15:55 The Role of Visibility in Demand 23:06 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode, I’m talking about something that is becoming more important than ever in business: trust.

Because here’s the truth. People don’t buy because they need more information. People buy when they trust you enough to believe you can help them.

I’m sharing what I’ve learned while restructuring my business, simplifying my marketing, and paying closer attention to what actually creates demand in today’s market.

Episode Chapters 00:00 — Navigating Business Restructuring 03:09 — Why Trust Matters More Than Ever 08:58 — Why People Hesitate to Buy 14:26 — Building Trust Through Authenticity 26:10 — Practical Ways to Build Trust Faster -- SIGN UP FOR MY VISIBILITY TRAINING HERE: https://cat-del-carmen.mykajabi.com/center-of-attention FOLLOW ME ON IG: https://www.instagram.com/catdelcarmen/

This episode breaks down what real growth actually looks like—not the polished version, but the part most people don’t talk about: the messy middle. Cat walks through the full cycle of growth, why the middle feels so frustrating, and why it’s actually the most important phase if you want real results. She also shares personal updates, what she’s currently navigating in her business, and why this season feels both vulnerable and necessary. ___

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Two of my posts recently went viral — one hitting over 600K views — and it taught me a couple surprising lessons about visibility, positioning, and what actually matters when people flood your page. In this episode, I break down the real lessons behind viral content and what entrepreneurs should understand about attention online.

_ Make sure to get on my email list to get reminders of new episodes here: https://cat-del-carmen.mykajabi.com/la-pistola-email-series 1:1 Private Coaching: If you want to grow & scale your business in 2026, work with me. Book a sales call here: https://calendly.com/catdelcarmen/consultation

In this episode, I’m sharing why I decided to shut down my mastermind, Show Up & Lead — a program that generated over $400K and delivered real results for my clients.

It was successful. It was profitable. And I chose to end it anyway.

Here’s what I break down:

• Why something can “work” on paper and still feel off.

• The difference between momentum and alignment.

• How burnout can show up quietly.

• The questions I asked myself before making the decision.

• What integrity in business actually looks like.

I talk about failure fatigue, mental capacity, and outgrowing a version of your own leadership.

This wasn’t about drama. It wasn’t about revenue. It was about being honest with myself.

If you’re holding onto something because it’s successful — but you know it’s not fully aligned — this episode will help you think through that decision clearly and responsibly.

___ Make sure to get on my email list to get reminders of new episodes here: https://cat-del-carmen.mykajabi.com/la-pistola-email-series 1:1 Private Coaching: If you want to grow & scale your business in 2026, work with me. Book a sales call here: https://calendly.com/catdelcarmen/consultation

In this episode of the Show Up Real podcast, Catalina Del Carmen talks about why using your voice isn’t optional — it’s how impact actually happens.

She breaks down the ripple effect of sharing your story, why overthinking keeps people stuck, and how your lived experience is already enough to help someone else. This conversation is a reminder that impact doesn’t come from perfection or polish — it comes from showing up and sharing what you know, even while you’re still figuring it out.

If your wisdom is sitting in drafts, this episode is your nudge to hit publish. ___ Make sure to get on my email list to get reminders of new episodes here: https://cat-del-carmen.mykajabi.com/la-pistola-email-series And if you want to grow & scale your business in 2026, work with me. Book a sales call here: https://calendly.com/catdelcarmen/consultation