From "Bucketwish" to Billion-Dollar Boss: The Mara Dorne Story

What happens when you stop wishing and start willing? In this high-energy episode, Ericka Nicole Malone is joined by the ultimate "BILF" (Boss I’d Like to Follow), Mara Dorne. As a self-made millionaire, mother of three, and the visionary behind maradorne.com and the BILF POD, Mara is the embodiment of what happens when preparation meets an unbreakable belief in oneself. Ericka and Mara dive deep into the "Bucketwish" philosophy—Mara’s personal blueprint for turning long-held dreams into tangible reality. Mara shares her journey from a struggling sales associate to eclipsing $1 billion in sales before the age of 40, proving that your current circumstances are never your final destination. In this episode, we discuss: The Bucketwish Breakthrough: How Mara identifies her deepest desires and creates a "no-excuses" roadmap to achieve them. The Power of Perception: Why believing you belong in the room is 90% of the battle, and how Mara cultivated her "unstoppable" mindset. Exploring New Options: Mara’s advice on staying agile in business and why pivoting is a sign of strength, not failure. The Fitness-Fortune Connection: How her passion for the gym provides the mental clarity and discipline required to lead a nationwide empire. Motherhood & Mogul Life: A transparent look at how Mara balances a massive career while remaining a present, inspirational mother. Mara is gorgeous, fun, and fiercely authentic. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a mother looking for a spark, or someone ready to explore new options for your life, this conversation is the shot of adrenaline you’ve been waiting for. Connect with Mara Dorne: Website: maradorne.com Podcast: BILF POD (Boss I'd Like to Follow) Instagram: @bilfpod / @maradorne