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When I say Chrissy Grigoropoulos is a powerhouse, I mean it. This woman is an attorney, real estate broker, CEO of multiple businesses, and now a published author. I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Chrissy on the Empowered and Unapologetic podcast, and y’all—I left that conversation fired up. Chrissy doesn’t just drop gems, she drops truth bombs.

She’s completely self-made, hustling her way from immigrant roots to the top of the professional food chain. Chrissy graduated high school at 16, college at 19, and law school by 25. Did she miss out on parties? Yup. Did she gain a thriving law firm and an empire? Hell yes.

“There’s no magic wand,” she said. “I wish.”

Chrissy’s success is no accident. It’s grit, late nights, sacrifice, and saying no to the distractions that so many of us cave into. She’s also very real about the struggle. From skipping parties to choosing her career over dating, Chrissy is honest about the cost of ambition—and she’s unapologetic about it.

“You’ll always find an excuse if you need one as to why you’re not succeeding.”
—Chrissy Grigoropoulos

Ditch the Excuses and Build the Damn Thing

Let’s talk about what really hit me: Chrissy’s approach to starting businesses. She calls them “baby businesses,” and girl, if that doesn’t hit right in the mom-entrepreneur heart, I don’t know what does.

She didn’t wait for a degree to define her worth. She found value in skills. Like organizing, cooking, or even making charcuterie boards. “You don’t need capital,” she said. “You need fire inside of you.”

Preach, lady shark.

Chrissy shared that real success is built over time. It’s about consistency, strategy, and reminding yourself why you started in the first place. She didn’t make any real money in her law firm until five years in. Five years! Can we normalize talking about the slow burn of building something worthwhile?

“The work that you put in today, it’s not going to pay you tomorrow. It’s going to pay you in six months, a year, two years, five years.”
—Chrissy Grigoropoulos

So, for my ladies feeling discouraged because you’re not “there” yet, stop scrolling through highlight reels on Instagram and thinking everyone else has it figured out. They don’t. Chrissy reminds us that no one has it together, not really.

“There’s no such thing as mastering any of that. We’re all just trying.”
—Chrissy Grigoropoulos

Real Talk: Marriage, Motherhood, and Making It Work

Let’s get really real. As high-achieving women, many of us struggle to balance our roles as wives, mothers, and business owners. Chrissy gets it. She’s raising two (soon to be three!) kids while running multiple businesses—and she doesn’t sugarcoat the chaos.

She shared how communication in her marriage has been one of her biggest learning curves. Like many of us, she assumed her husband should “just know” how she feels. Spoiler alert: that never works. We laughed, we commiserated, and we acknowledged the reality—running a business while parenting toddlers is basically running two startups at the same time.

Chrissy is also fiercely protective of her time. She swears by to-do lists, even texts herself notes when her brain won’t shut off. And she’s learned to separate what feels urgent from what actually matters. That includes unplugging for short breaks—even if it’s just a few days—to avoid burnout.

So if you’re feeling like you’re running on empty, Chrissy’s advice is to stop aiming for perfect. Instead, focus on being present and communicating openly. Especially with your partner.

And the most important message? Forget what people think.

Whether it’s judgment about your career, your parenting, or the car you drive—if they’re not paying your bills or hugging your babies, their opinions don’t matter.

Chrissy’s book, Lady Shark: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s, is out now and packed with tips, workbooks, and mindset shifts to help you go from surviving to slaying. Grab your copy on Amazon, and connect with her @ChrissyGOfficial on Instagram. Trust me, this is one woman you want in your corner.

And to all my ladies listening—if you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Stop sitting on your potential. You don’t need permission. Just ask yourself: how bad do you want it?

Because guess what?

You’re not too late.
You’re not too old.
You’re just getting started.

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Meet Lahana Vigliano

Chrissy Grigoropoulos, Esq. is the founding attorney of The Grigoropoulos Law Group, PLLC, a top New York firm specializing in personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, and per diem legal services. Admitted to practice in both state and federal courts, Chrissy is known for her “shark approach” to law—tenacious, strategic, and relentless in securing justice for her clients.

With a career that began at just 16 years old and spans high-profile criminal cases, complex civil litigation, and third-party claims, Chrissy brings unmatched expertise to every courtroom she enters. She’s also a published author, fluent in Greek and Spanish, and a go-to advocate for injured workers and underserved communities.

Whether she’s in trial, managing her firm, or mentoring future attorneys, Chrissy continues to break barriers and redefine what it means to be a modern legal powerhouse.

Digital Coordinates:

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

Website: https://grigorlaw.co

Meet Veronica Cisneros

As a leading authority in women’s empowerment and a fierce advocate for building strong networks, Veronica is your go-to guru for turning fears into victories, struggles into strengths, and doubts into boundless opportunities.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 10 plus years; empowering high-achieving women in business to conquer both professional heights and personal fulfillment. She doesn’t do bandaids!
Veronica has a unique approach to overcoming obstacles and smashing through the glass ceilings that loom over ambitious women. With her arsenal of practical tools, actionable strategies, and unwavering support, Veronica doesn’t just help women succeed in their careers – she helps them thrive in every facet of their lives.

But Veronica’s expertise isn’t just theoretical – it’s personal. With over 24 years of marriage, three daughters, and a soaring career, Veronica embodies the resilience and determination needed to navigate life’s challenges. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Group Private Practice Owner, of Outside The Norm Counseling, Marriage Coach, and the voice behind the Empowered and Unapologetic podcast, Veronica effortlessly guides women to challenge themselves beyond their comfort zones.

Veronica is more than an expert – she’s a partner in transformation, turning mundane relationships into true connections. With her relatable charm and infectious humor, Veronica illuminates the path for women who refuse to settle for anything less than success in both business and relationships. Through practical tips, heartfelt anecdotes, and her trademark wit, Veronica empowers every woman to cultivate unbreakable bonds without sacrificing their ambitions.

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