Sweet but Fearless Podcast: Recent Episodes
Gale Northrop, Mary Sullivan, Cooper Alexander
Are you looking for a women's network that will help you to be successful? Are you Facing a Career Transition? Do you think you may get laid off? Are you worried about how to create a personal brand to get a new job?
A woman alone has power; collectively we are fearless. Helping to create a roadmap for your next opportunity, Sweet But Fearless aims to motivate every woman to feel more in control and to live with a purpose. The podcast was created to help empower the working women to explore the obstacles and challenges when faced with a job transition. Every week we will be coming to you with a mix of solo and interview episodes to highlight stories of inspiring women, to encourage and celebrate each other’s successes, have panel discussions about current informative stories, and provide tools and tricks you can use today to step into your own fearlessness. Your hosts Mary Sullivan, Gale Northrop, and Cooper Alexander aim to create a community where women are encouraged, empowered, and inspired, while providing practical advice for women, from women…and having a little bit of fun along the way.
In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Melissa Franks, founder of On Call COO, a fractional COO company. Melissa talks about her journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur and how aligning business goals with personal vision is key to sustainable success. She suggests that when looking to make a career pivot, you should ask yourself: 1) What does my life need to look like right now? 2) What does the next year need to look like? 3) What will my life look like once my goals are achieved.
Melissa doesn’t believe in waiting for the right opportunity. She believes in creating it, and part of that comes from knowing how influence really works. If there’s a decision you’re trying to move forward at work, find out who’s influencing the decision-maker. That’s where your relationship-building should start.
As a Fractional COO, Melissa provides part-time operational leadership and expertise. In 2022, she left corporate life with a mission to support small businesses with pragmatic approaches to unique problems and a healthy dose of optimism that all businesses can be successful with the right people, doing the right things at the right time.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Jensen Savage, founder of Savage Growth Partners, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to start your own business. From embracing fear to finding your niche, Jensen shares her journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way. They talk about the entrepreneurial spirit, the power of carving your own path, and why waiting until you're "ready" might hold you back. Jensen’s advice? Do it scared—because clarity often comes from action, not perfection.
As the founder of Savage Growth Partners, Jensen has led marketing campaigns that have driven tens of millions in revenue across industries. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Yahoo! Finance, Wired, and Inc., and she’s recognized for her hands-on leadership, strategic insights, and results-driven approach.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Tiffany Watson, Owner of Dr. Tiff’s Fuel. Sweat. Science, about the often-overlooked connection between health, ambition, and sustainable success. Dr. Watson shares practical tips for finding balance in a world that glorifies hustle, and reminds us that if we're not careful, career growth can come at the cost of our well-being. From fueling your body with the right nutrition to making sleep a non-negotiable, this conversation is your reminder that peak performance starts with taking care of yourself - mind, body, and rest.
Dr. Watson is an experienced Performance Coach and entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry. Skilled in prevention, employee wellness, nutrition, training, and exercise physiology. Dr. Watson is a Performance Nutrition Director at MPOWER Performance Institute.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sara Fay Egan, President and CEO of Beale Street Blues, about the power of pivots, both in life and in career. Life doesn’t always go according to plan, actually, it rarely does. From surprise career twists to family emergencies and all the curveballs in between, it can sometimes feel like happiness is just out of reach. But what if you could find joy, even in the chaos? Mary and Sara explore how to recognize the seasons of life, trust your timing, and know when it’s time to shift direction. This honest conversation is a reminder that change isn’t something to fear. It’s often the key to uncovering what truly fulfills you.
Sara Fay is president and CEO of Beale Street Blues Company, a Hospitality and Restaurant Group and Entertainment Company. Her understanding of all aspects of the hospitality industry has elevated her to a sought-after expert in the field. Her experiences in event planning and starting and owning businesses, combined with her life experiences, inspired her to write her debut book, “The Through Line: Finding Happiness Through the Curveballs of Life, Family, and Business”.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Giovanna Silvestre, founder of the Confused Girl in the City brand and best-selling author. Giovanna opens up about embracing confusion as a path to clarity, sharing how women can train their brains to move beyond fear and self-doubt.
She talks of the power of letting go of toxic positivity - the pressure to appear happy when you’re not and instead lean into curiosity and self-discovery. With humor and honesty, Giovanna offers guidance to help you reconnect with your true self and start building a life that actually fits.
Giovanna is the author of, Confused Girl: Find Your Peace in the Chaos, part memoir, part guidebook, empowering women of all ages to navigate a rapidly changing world with clarity and confidence.
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In this episode, Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek—AI entrepreneur, author of Your AI Roadmap, and CEO of Clarity AI—joins Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet But Fearless, to talk about how to future-proof yourself after a layoff, build a strong personal brand, and work the long game in your career. Joan shares practical strategies for navigating uncertainty, staying resilient, and using AI as a tool to support your goals—not replace them. She offers insight into how AI can help you create a personalized roadmap and pull all the pieces together with clarity and purpose.
Dr. Bajorek is an American entrepreneur, linguist, and influencer. She founded Women in Voice, a non-profit 501 organization for women in voice technology and is the CEO of Clarity AI, an AI and software company.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, chats with Shannon Russell, CEO and Founder of Second Act Success, about how saying "yes" to new opportunities can open exciting new paths for women leaders. Shannon shares her journey from a successful career in entertainment to entrepreneurship, helping women confidently pivot toward more fulfilling careers and lives.
If you're feeling uninspired or unfulfilled in your current career, this conversation could be exactly what you need to spark your next move. When your mind, heart, and dreams no longer fit your current path, it’s time to start your second act.
Shannon’s new book, Starting Your Second Act (out May 7th), is your ultimate guide to pivot with purpose, reinvent your career, and create your best life. Tune in for inspiration and next steps!
Shannon Russell is a former TV producer turned entrepreneur and career/business coach, and understands the fears and challenges of disrupting your carefully planned career and taking the leap into something more. Drawing on her personal experiences and the success stories of other women, she shares her proven three-step Second Act Strategy (reflect, research, realize) to guide you from where you are now to where you want to be.
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At a certain point in your leadership journey, success isn’t about doing more—it’s about seeing more. In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder with Sweet but Fearless talks with Stacey Linderman, CFO Specialist and President of CFO Services, who shares why stepping back is one of the most strategic moves a leader can make.
Stacey explores how letting go of day-to-day tasks opens the door to stronger decision-making, bigger-picture thinking, and better use of your team’s strengths. Stacey discusses her go-to leadership tool—a tailored SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) approach—and how she uses it to gain clarity, bring in outside perspectives, and navigate change with confidence. As the founder of A6 Financial and Business Optimization, Stacey provides CFO services that go beyond the numbers, offering strategic insights, financial strategies, and operational efficiencies that drive profitability. Her goal is to help businesses achieve financial clarity and sustainable growth.
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Today, we're unpacking something rarely acknowledged: career grief. Imagine being at the top of your game, feeling unstoppable — then suddenly, it’s all gone. That’s what happened to Laverne McKinnon, Career Strategist and Speaker. Losing her job wasn’t just a professional setback; it felt like losing a part of herself. Her identity had been so deeply intertwined with her career, and when it ended, she was left with a sense of loss. Laverne calls it disenfranchised grief — a silent grief that society often overlooks because "it’s just work." But it’s not just work. It’s purpose, it’s pride, it’s identity. And when it's ripped away, you deserve to grieve it. You’re allowed to feel that loss, process it, and then — when you're ready — pivot toward what’s next. Remember: honoring your grief is the first step to finding your next chapter.
Laverne McKinnon is a certified grief counselor, leadership and personal coach, and former film and television producer. In her role as an adjunct professor at Northwestern University, Laverne's course on Persuasion & Pitching has propelled students to excel, fostering a culture of innovation and strategic thinking.
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In this episode, Mary and Cooper, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, dig into what really drives a team - performance, morale, and the connections that hold everything together. The #1 reason employees leave their jobs? It’s not salary—it’s feeling unappreciated or disconnected. We’ll help you recognize when a team is starting to struggle, whether it’s missed deadlines, low energy, or lack of collaboration. From small shifts in leadership style to everyday check-ins that actually matter, we’re sharing practical tips to create a healthier, more motivated work environment. Whether you’re leading a team or part of one, this episode is packed with insights to help you build stronger relationships, boost morale, and keep people engaged. Because when people feel supported and seen, they stick around—and they do their best work.
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What if you could build a six-figure income without creating your own product? In this episode, Mary Sullivan of Sweet but Fearless sits down with Whitney Bonds, the CEO and Founder of Tried and True Mom Jobs, to uncover one of the most overlooked (but seriously powerful) ways to make money online: affiliate marketing. Whitney gets real about how she turned her struggles into solutions, launching a low-cost, flexible income stream that now brings in over $200K a year—all while supporting her family and designing a life she loves. She didn’t chase trends or quick wins. She built trust. She showed up with purpose. And she’s sharing how you can do the same. 💡 Why affiliate marketing is perfect for busy people 💬 How simple, everyday conversations can turn into income (without feeling “salesy”) 🚀 The steps she took to go from $0 to full-time freedom If you're dreaming of financial independence, time freedom, or simply want to start a side hustle that actually works—this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips to help you get started on your own terms. Whitney Bonds is the Founder and CEO of Business Expedited a membership designed to help future entrepreneurs find their business idea, grow it and monetize it. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Nikki Nash, Investor, Entrepreneur, and Author, about the power of taking shots and making bold moves. She shares how she learned to take a leap of faith—not just in her career but in building her personal brand. Because let’s be real, success isn’t just about what you do at work; it’s about who you are and how you position yourself.
Nikki dives into why relationship-building is key—people need to know you, not just your team. Visibility matters, and if no one knows what you bring to the table, opportunities can pass you by. She also drops some serious wisdom on money-making as a skill and how success isn’t random—it’s strategic. One of her most powerful tips? Your calendar should reflect your goals. If someone looked at your schedule, they should see exactly what you’re working toward. It’s all about staging your day with intention.
Get ready to take notes—you won’t want to miss this conversation.
Nikki is a veteran marketer, long-time entrepreneur, and speaker who has helped business that generate $35M in annual revenue down to coaches making their first dollar. Before entrepreneurship, she worked at various companies where she had experience working with such brands as Intel, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, and Louis Vuitton MOET Hennessy.
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Struggling to juggle it all? In this episode, Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, dive into the art of balancing priorities—because let’s be real, there’s never enough time for everything, but there’s always time for what truly matters. We’ll break down how to identify what deserves your energy, set boundaries without guilt, and stay focused without burning out. Whether you're managing a career pivot, building a business, or just trying to have a life outside the hustle, this episode is your reminder that balance isn’t about doing it all—it’s about doing what counts.
Tune in and start prioritizing with purpose!
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sandy Saburn, Chief Strategic Alliances Officer at Gifted Travel Network, about the ever-evolving world of luxury travel. With a background as a career coach, marketing expert, and business consultant, Sandy made a bold leap into the travel industry—and now she’s helping others do the same. She shares insider insights on why more people are choosing to work with travel advisors, how the industry has shifted toward curated, experience-driven travel, and why today’s most sought-after trips go beyond what’s Googleable. If you’ve ever dreamed of working in travel, she also breaks down how to get started as an advisor or entrepreneur in the field.
Life is short—so why wait to book those dream experiences?
Sandy Saburn is the Chief Strategic Alliances Officer at Gifted Travel Network (GTN), a fast-growing, female-led company in the high-end travel industry and innovative host agency in the travel industry.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Marley Majcher, CEO of the Party Goddess and bestselling author, about her journey into the world of party planning and how it led to a thriving entrepreneurial career. This episode is all about embracing change, trusting your instincts, and creating opportunities even when the path isn’t clear.
Marley Majcher is the CEO of The Party Goddess!, a nationally acclaimed full-service event planning and catering company. From understated elegance to rock star fabulous, she is known for creating the most talked-about parties of the year for a client list ranging from top-tier businesses to A-list celebrities such as Snoop Dogg, Sofia Vergara, and Britney Spears.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sanam Naraghi Anderlini MBE, founder and CEO of ICAN, about her incredible 24-year journey in shaping strategies to tackle conflict, crises, and violent extremism. As a passionate and dynamic peace strategist, she’s worked with civil society, governments, and the UN to create real, meaningful change.
Sanam is the founder and CEO of the International Civil Society Action Network (ICAN), where she leads the groundbreaking Women’s Alliance for Security Leadership (WASL)—a powerful coalition of independent, women-led organizations in 40 countries dedicated to preventing violence and advancing peace, rights, and pluralism.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kseniia Duplyakin, Sr. QA Analyst with Learnix Tree Center about opportunities as a Software Quality Assurance. From testing software for bugs to ensuring a seamless user experience, SQA professionals play a vital role in delivering high-quality products. Kseniia talks about the skills needed, tools used, and different career paths within QA, including manual testing, automation testing, and performance testing.
Kseniia Duplyakina is an expert in Automated Software Testing. She has a degree in Computer Science from Odessa Polytechnic University, Ukraine. Since moving to the USA, she quickly became an industry leader in designing and implementing Quality Assurance processes for software solutions for government and commercial projects as a QA Architect and Product Owner. Kseniia brings her years of experience to her students at Learnix Center, where she designed the “Automated Testing Tools” course for the Software Quality Assurance program.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Marcy Clark, Founder and President of Marcy Clark PR & Events about the art of storytelling, sharing how she crafts compelling narratives that elevate brands and resonate with audiences. Marcy reveals how her success stems from creating opportunities where none existed and pushing boundaries in the PR world. As a key member of Visionary Mafia, a vibrant networking platform for entrepreneurs and startups, Marcy offers advice on building authentic connections and using storytelling to stand out in today’s competitive landscape. Don’t miss this inspiring masterclass in creativity and innovation!
Marcy is a dynamic and results driven PR professional who possesses the ability to cultivate long lasting client relationships and curate a brand’s reputation. A full-cycle transcontinental consultant with a proven track record in tier one media placement, newsworthy events, client retention and storytelling with a specialty of positioning clients as experts
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kim Ades, President FOM Coaching, about emotional resilience and the mental strength needed to achieve anything you set your mind to. By distinguishing between failure and a failed experience, you can shift your focus to the lessons learned along the way instead of the failure itself. Kim also shares her belief in the transformative power of journaling in creating a sense of self-awareness and recognizing your habit of thought. Step into the driver’s seat of your life’s journey with Kim’s inspiring insights.
Kim is the Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching. Author, speaker, entrepreneur, coach, and mom of five, Kim’s claim to fame is teaching her powerful coaching process to leaders, executives and entrepreneurs worldwide. Kim has been a featured speaker for organizations including Microsoft, TEC, Vistage, PMI, WIT, SHRM and more.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Rachelle Davis, a holistic health coach, as she shares her personal story and transformative insights on achieving wellness through a balanced approach to mind, body, and soul. Whether you're starting your wellness journey or looking for inspiration, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on holistic health.
Rachelle is a certified holistic health coach with a BS in Health Science and once suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. She has always had an interest in healing through food and natural remedies.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kimberly Gilroy, co-founder of Alfa Charlie, to discuss her journey from artist to entrepreneur. Kimberly shares her passion for creating something uniquely her own and helping others uncover and share their authentic stories. Her ability to find strength in simplicity highlights the importance of stepping back from our complex, high-tech world and reconnecting with what truly matters.
Whether working with a business owner seeking to refresh their brand or a startup ready to make a global impact, Alfa Charlie’s mission is clear: to guide clients through uncertainty, helping them refine their brand identity, clarify their purpose, and map out their future direction.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Tammy Nevin, Founder of Happy Sol Wellness, who turned her passion for self-care into a thriving wellness company. Tammy shares her journey of transformation, the joys and challenges of entrepreneurship, and how focusing on her own wellness became the foundation for helping others do the same. This is a celebration of purpose, passion, and the power of putting yourself first. Tammy created Happy Sol with a vision: to make wellness accessible, affordable, and easy to incorporate into everyday life. Inspired by her own need for flexible, at-home solutions, Tammy set out to build a brand that makes wellness not only approachable but genuinely fun.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Jacqueline Hofste, Leadership Coach and Best-Selling Author, about emotional intelligence and navigating life’s challenges with strength and flexibility. Discover how being committed to your goals while releasing attachment to specific outcomes can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Whether you’re chasing a career milestone, building a business, or seeking inner peace, this conversation will equip you with tools to stay grounded, bounce back from setbacks, and transform challenges into opportunities. Tune in to cultivate resilience and live a purpose-driven, joyful life.
Jacqueline is a highly experienced ontological leadership coach who supports others in their quest to become confident, authentic and intuitive leaders who find deep meaning and purpose in their work. A background in senior corporate leadership roles combined with a master’s degree in physics and coaching qualifications ensure she brings a unique combination of science, intuitive leadership practices and ontology to her role as coach and facilitator for transformative outcomes.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sheena Yap Chan, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within, is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller. It is also recognized as one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority.
Sheena is dedicated to closing the gender confidence gap through her training and programs, aiming to elevate women into leadership roles across all industries. She has delivered impactful speeches for organizations like Live Nation, NASA, and UKG, sharing her insights on self-confidence and leadership.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Natoshia Anderson, CEO & Founder Nerdy Brain, STEM Advocate, and Author, about her journey from Mechanical Engineer turned award-winning STEM educator and STEM gender equity/diversity and inclusion advocate. She explores the power of setting boundaries and openly communicating them with those around you and the importance of being confident in sharing your story and standing firm in your personal truths.
Dr. Anderson, has an incredible background in STEM and STEM Education. She has been able to parlay her career as a Mechanical Engineer, Engineering and Math Educator, and CEO of Nerdy STEM Queens, for the advancement of STEM in many different areas including a podcast, STEMming in Stilettos, that highlights the stories of women of color in STEM.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Leslie Gordon Christie, Entrepreneur and CEO of BUFFnationa, about her journey from broadcasting to fitness and personal development and her passion for helping others. Leslie shares powerful insights on mindset, visualization, and affirmations to achieve personal goals. She reminds us that growth comes with challenges, but progress matters more than perfection.
Leslie has more than two decades of experience in the entrepreneurship space and has worked with some of the best motivational speakers in the personal development world. Leslie is also a Certified Consultant with the Proctor Gallagher Institute, a Culinary Nutrition Specialist, and a certified personal trainer and lifestyle coach.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with IIana Wechsler, Founder of Teach Traffic and Pay Per Click Marketing expert about her transition from the corporate world to forging her path as an entrepreneur. She dives into her journey of resilience and grit, sharing hard-won insights on creating opportunities where luck can find you and developing the courage to overcome self-doubt. From building multiple income streams to pushing through fears and embracing new challenges, she shares her blueprint for success and offers valuable tips.
Ilana Wechsler is a Pay Per Click (PPC) Marketing Professional with over 15 years’ experience in Information Technology working for many large international corporations. She started her career as a Data Analyst and transitioned to becoming a full-fledged PPC expert. She has worked at many of the global financial institutions but switched when she finally gave in to her passion for PPC, IT, and entrepreneurship.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Lisa Carlin, Founder of The Turbochargers (formally Future Builders Group) about her journey in transforming workplace culture and becoming an impactful change leader. Change leadership, she emphasizes, goes beyond simply implementing processes; it's rooted in a commitment to self-reflection, curiosity, and asking open-ended questions that drive deeper insights. Lisa highlights the importance of focusing not only on the bottom line but also on cultivating growth within individuals, oneself, and the broader community.
Lisa is a Strategy Execution Specialist, helping business leaders navigate challenging environments to turn their ambitious goals into reality. She offers consulting, coaching, and training to ensure long-term success, including execution-focused bootcamps for leaders. She’s the author of TURBOCHARGE WEEKLY, a newsletter reaching 8,000 business leaders. Lisa also runs the Turbochargers Hub, a resource center for mastering strategy execution. Her career includes roles at McKinsey and Accenture, then founding her own business since 1999.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Danielle Hendon, Founder and CFO of 4 Corners CFO, about her entrepreneurial journey. Her experience has taught her that you shouldn’t be everyone’s problem-solver — it's about becoming the hero of your own story. There’s a power of curiosity, exploring the 'what ifs' that push us to ask bigger questions and unlock new paths. Get ready to embrace a fearless mindset, taking calculated risks and setting yourself up for challenges ahead. Forget the 'work hard, play hard' myth. Danielle believes in living a life balanced by meaningful work, smart decisions, and connecting with others.
Danielle empowers business owners to pay themselves what they’re worth and continue to put more profit in their pocket every year. She does this by helping business owners understand their financial numbers and WHY they move. Armed with that understanding, they can intentionally grow their profits.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sheila Buswell, CEO/Co-Founder Buswell Biomedical and best-selling author, about her journey to founding Buswell BioMedical and the need for us to own our power and remove negative self-talk.
Shelia provides practical solutions to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you overcome challenges, reclaim your self-worth, and confidently claim your place at any table you choose.
Sheila Buswell is the CEO/ Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical. She developed the concept for the Upward Mobility in 2018 and started Buswell Biomedical with her husband, Gregg, in 2019. Sheila completed her Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Saint Louis University in 2015. She also contributed to the book “Growth”, which was published on August 4, 2022.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Tania Vasallo, CEO & Founder of The Courage to Be, Fortune 500 Co. Consultant, and Entrepreneur about the unspoken bias that men are naturally better with money than women. It's a stereotype that's held many women back from taking control of their finances. But the truth? Financial literacy isn’t gendered. We explore how women can empower themselves by reading, learning, and becoming educated about money, investing, and saving. Don’t give away your financial power—take it back by understanding your worth and the wealth-building tools available to you.
Tania is the founder of “The Courage To Be Happy”, a community that empowers ambitious women entrepreneurs to own their value, charge for what they are worth so that they can have a bigger impact in the world. Tania has worked developing multimillion dollar campaigns for some of the world’s most renowned companies like Starbucks, AT&T Wireless, KFC, Samsung, and Nabisco. Since the launch of her business, she was able to reach the 6-figure revenue by her fourth year only working 20 hours per week. Tania now helps other driven women make more money and achieve their vision.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Nicole Trick Steinbach, a global executive & career coach, about the importance of personal accountability, highlighting how being true to yourself fosters growth and self-awareness. Nicole stresses that learning to say "no" is just as vital as saying "yes," while also keeping an open mind to new opportunities. Both Mary and Nicole also explore the value of mentorship, highlighting how a mentor can offer essential guidance, inspiration, and fresh perspectives to help navigate personal and professional challenges.
Nicole is an organizational change management consultant and career coach for women in tech. As a former global senior director for companies like SAP, Nicole innately understands and lives the skill of bravery and the joy of failure. Her podcast, “Build Your Brave Career,” is a top 10% global podcast.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Lisa DeFrank-Cole, an award-winning author and esteemed professor, to delve into women, leadership, and the barriers of gender bias. Lisa sheds light on why women’s career paths often take a non-linear route, shaped by caregiving roles, societal expectations, and entrenched biases, while men typically follow a more predictable career climb from education to promotion. She also introduces the Kaleidoscope Career Path, a fresh perspective on how career choices adapt to life’s changing values and circumstances. Whether it's balancing work-life priorities, caring for loved ones, or seeking personal fulfillment, Lisa explains how this flexible model reflects the evolving decisions women face throughout their professional journeys.
Lisa DeFrank-Cole is Director and F. Duke Perry Endowed Professor of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University, widely known for her academic and practical expertise in women’s leadership.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless talks with Laura Beauparlant, founder of Lab Creative, author of Brand Chemistry and creator of Brand Camp about her entrepreneurial journey and how it led to the creation of Lab Creative and Brand Camp. Recognizing that personal branding extends beyond a job title or employer, she understood that carefully selecting the stories you share is crucial for enhancing your brand, while oversharing can potentially damage it. Laura offers invaluable insights on how to strike the right balance, using storytelling to enhance your brand while protecting the reputation you’ve established.
Laura is an internationally acclaimed speaker and entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience. She utilizes her creativity and unique methodologies to aid growth-oriented entrepreneurs in recognizing and harnessing their unique abilities. Her approach ensures that brands not only stand out but also attract the right clientele and achieve remarkable success. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Abbe F. Large, Managing Director at Lenox Advisors, about the need for open conversations about money. She offers valuable advice on teaching children the importance of money, helping them develop healthy financial habits early on, including budgeting, saving, and responsible spending. Abbe also encourages women to actively participate in family financial decisions, particularly during the "sandwich years," when managing the financial responsibilities of both children and aging parents becomes increasingly important.
Abbe is a passionate advocate for families and individuals dealing with difficult financial realities. She personally navigated these same financial complexities when caring for her father through his battle with pancreatic cancer. Abbe faced the same challenges she regularly helps others overcome and gained a unique appreciation for the importance of being supported through these challenging times with grace and dignity. She believes that when money is removed from the equation, people can focus on what truly matters: love and family. Abbe was named on Forbes's Top Financial Security Professionals in both 2022 and 2023.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Mahara Wayman, Chief Gratitude Officer & CEO, Mindfulness with Mahara about the importance of being honest with yourself and letting go of self-limiting beliefs.
Mahara Wayman is dedicated to empowerment, mindfulness, and a dash of badassery. With a diverse and vibrant portfolio, her journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to helping individuals and entrepreneurs thrive personally and professionally.
As the Chief Gratitude Officer and CEO of "Mindfulness With Mahara," she guides women from the mundane to the extraordinary, tapping into their innate strength. Through Mahara’s unique methodologies, she empowers clients to embrace their inner badass potential, injecting life with renewed enthusiasm.
Her debut book, “Essential Insights To Living Your Best Life,” is available on Amazon.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Christy Pretzinger, CEO of WG Content, about the importance of creating a "cultural balance sheet" at work. By fostering a culture that enhances both human connections and business success it creates an environment where employees thrive and feel valued.
WG Content’s core values—empowered, curious, kind, and fun—are not just words on a wall; they are ingrained in the company’s daily operations and celebrated in monthly meetings. Christy explains that her company’s success is rooted in fostering a culture that values each person's unique contributions and feels their absence when they are not present.
Christy is a popular podcast speaker and is co-author of the upcoming book “Your Cultural Balance Sheet: Keys to Creating an Environment Where People Can Thrive.” She’s also a long-time member of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global nonprofit comprising business leaders from 65 countries.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Jacqueline Green, CEO and Founder Behind the Design, Speaker, and Coach discusses her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. She shares her valuable insights on building a profitable business and stresses the importance of treating your venture not as a hobby but as a serious business and brand. Drawing from her experience, Jacqueline offers practical advice on managing resources effectively to create a sustainable and successful business.
Jacqueline Green is the founder, CEO, and Chief Strategist of Behind the Design, a training and education company that provides interior designers and other creative business owners with the tools needed to build profitable businesses. With a solid background in business and marketing, Jacqueline realized she had a unique skill set that could help businesses overcome these pain points and fulfill their deep desire to make a difference and assist others.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Michele Phillips, Founder of Key Performance and author of “Happiness is a Habit: Simple Daily Rituals,” about the science of emotions, highlighting how daily happiness habits can transform your life and business. Michele discusses how successful people channel their energy into things they can control, emphasizing that the positive energy you create in the morning sets the tone for the rest of the day. In positive psychology, she explains, the key difference between optimists and pessimists lies in how they process and interpret life events.
As the president of Key Performance Michele has been on a lifelong quest to help others create positive habits that build confidence, increase vitality, and help people move in the direction of their goals and dreams. Michele's professional experience spans over 20 years facilitating engaging workshops, seminars, and coaching programs. An authority in the field of peak performance, Michele inspires others to action and helps individuals create lives filled with energy, joy, and positive habits.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kami Guildner, Entrepreneur, Business Coach, and best-selling Author regarding how the narratives you share about yourself shape both you and your brand. As a business coach for high vibe women entrepreneurs, she helps them build businesses they love with more time and wealth prosperity. Kami weaves soulful inspiration into mindful business strategies, and utilizing her Soul+Strategy™ approach to business, she helps her clients succeed in business.
Kami is the founder of the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference, Extraordinary Women Connect events, and host of the award-winning Extraordinary Women Radio™ – a podcast igniting a new paradigm of entrepreneurship with Soul+Strategy at its heart.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. L. Carol Scott, author of "Just Be Your S.E.L.F.," about a personal-growth framework for adults that draws on early development research. She explains how your upbringing influences your potential and how this framework can enhance self-awareness in work and life relationships, forming a solid foundation for success.
Dr. L. Carol Scott is a #1 International Bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and keynote speaker. As a trauma-informed developmental psychologist, she brings your birthright of SASS—Self-Aware Success Strategies to help you get along better on the adult playgrounds where you play today. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Carolyn Boldt, VP of Design at CrossFields and a holistic health and wellness advocate. Carolyn knows how our work and living environments significantly impact our mental health. So, when designing your space, design it so it resonates with you and helps keep your mental well-being with a positive outlook.
Carolyn's passion for interior design began in her teens, collaborating with her NASA engineer father on the early preliminary design of US Space Station, and she now boasts over 40 years of industry expertise.
In 2004, she and her husband co-founded CrossFields as a design-build firm in Atlanta, and in 2011 they changed their focus to improving the public’s perception of alternative medicine and highlighting the power of holistic healthcare. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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We are celebrating our 200th episode and we are so thankful to our Sweet but Fearless nation and all our listeners. Your support and engagement inspire us to continue empowering women leaders and building a supportive community. We especially thank all the magnificent guests who have shared their successes, failures, insights, and personal journeys so that we all can be inspired.
In this episode, Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, talk about managing your energy, not your time. What’s the difference? Essentially, time management involves using your resources to maximize the finite time available. Energy management, on the other hand, is about cultivating your internal resources to bring your best self to every engagement, including meeting deadlines and managing time effectively.
Cooper and Mary offer tips on how to bolster your energy management! If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, discuss when and how to say ‘no’ to taking on more work. For most of us, saying no doesn't come naturally. We want to be seen as 'yes people'—the 'go-to' team players. However, agreeing to take on too many assignments and projects can leave you overextended and stressed.
So when should you say ‘no’? Cooper and Mary outline why it makes sense to decline additional work and provide tips on how to do so without negatively affecting your career. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless explore the distinction between a career and a job, offering guidance to help you determine which path aligns best with your current life stage.
Many people use these terms interchangeably, but understanding their differences can significantly impact your professional journey and personal fulfillment. We'll look at how a job is often a short-term pursuit for earning income, while a career is a long-term path driven by passion, growth, and purpose. Each playing a pivotal role in our professional life. Join us as we share insights, personal experiences, and advice to help you navigate your way from having a job to building a meaningful and rewarding career.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Dena Jansen, author, speaker, coach, and podcaster. Dena’s journey when she realized that the career she once desired did not fulfill her true passions. It's crucial to ask yourself, "Is this really what I want?" Knowing what you want is as important as knowing what you don't. Ask question and embrace your curiosity.
Her first book, Road to Hope, discusses how we aren't taught to grow and evolve, leaving us unprepared for moments of unfulfillment. She offers insights and personal experiences on making choices and considering life pivots. If you're in a rut, she provides valuable perspectives on evaluating your decisions and finding a way forward.
Dena is co-founder of the podcast, You Just Don’t Know It Yet, the women’s conference, RON 2.0 (Ready or Not) and author of two books, Road to Hope and Soul Farmer: Sowing Seeds of Change to Reap an Inspired Life.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Amy Smith, Business and LinkedIn Strategist and Speaker as they talk about the thrilling journey, and challenges, of being an entrepreneur. As a LinkedIn expert, Amy gives insight in proven business strategies to gain recognition as an expert and organically grow your LinkedIn network.
She is featured in CEO Global Magazine and focuses on helping coaches, consultants, and facilitators grow their LinkedIn network. Amy is noted for her real, practical focus on strategies that work for both her and her clients.
Download her FREE Ultimate LinkedIn Blueprint! If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Jennifer K. Hill, CEO & Co-Founder of OptiMatch and Keynote Speaker. Having cracked the code of human connection, Jennifer reflects on the science behind what makes people click and understand the motivating factors of individuals to create greater coherence in teams.
Utilizing the Golden Triangle of connection, Jennifer provides insight into how we can foster the ability to understand what motivates ourselves and others.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Belinda Clemmensen, author and CEO & Founder of Women’s Leadership Intensive. They discuss the power of women’s voices and the challenges we face as leaders. Having a strong support system can help you navigate these challenges and empower you to advocate for yourself and other women leaders. Tune in as Belinda shares several practical steps you can start applying immediately to enhance your leadership skills.
Belinda founded the Women’s Leadership Intensive with the mission to inspire, empower, support, and equip women to lead the change the world needs. She loves her work and feels honored to coach and mentor amazing women who make a difference daily through their leadership. Her book, “Women, Leadership, and Saving the World: Why Everything Gets Better When Women Lead,” reflects on how women in leadership positions can greatly enhance business performance. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by Julie Broad, Founder of Book Launchers and best-selling author. Julie's journey from real estate investor to best-selling author to founder of her publishing company equipped her with the skills needed to succeed in each new endeavor. As a real estate investor, she aimed to help others understand the challenges and share tips for success, which led to her first book, "More Than Cashflow." However, the path to publishing her book wasn't smooth. After experiencing the pitfalls and challenges of working with a traditional publisher, she decided to assist thought leaders and entrepreneurs overcome these obstacles and understand the business side of being an author. She founded Book Launchers to do just that.
Julie Broad, founder of self-publishing services firm Book Launchers and Amazon Overall #1 Best Selling Author, knows what it takes to successfully self-publish a book. Her popular YouTube channel, BookLaunchers.TV, embodies the hashtag of #noboringbooks helping nonfiction authors write and market books people want to read.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless is joined by change leadership and confidence expert Lata Hamilton, Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers and the creator of the “Leading Successful Change” program.
Lata talks about Passion Pioneers and her mission in supporting women leaders in forging their unique career paths with confidence and authenticity. Recognizing that career success doesn’t always mean following the traditional, linear journey, Lata and Mary talk about alternative pathing and the impact of change management. Lata believes when faced with a crossroad decision, you need to be clear about who you are, what you want, the value you bring, and what you're worth.
Join in on the conversation and take away actionable insights.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Livia Jenvey, founder of Empowered Star Boss, business consultant, and best-selling author about the importance of female entrepreneurs reconnecting with their inner guide to navigate past self-doubt and make confident decisions. She discovered that external influences and self-doubt often lead entrepreneurs astray, underscoring the need to stay connected to one’s inner compass.
Author of “Daily Productivity Hacks: Everyday Activity Hacks For Making Massive Strides In Your Business and Life,” Livia advocates for ending each day with a ritual to close out the day and write down your next day's to-do priorities.
Listen as Livia provides an exercise from her book “Soul Compass,” to help you write your story.
Livia has spent the last decade coaching entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporate professionals in empowering their businesses and lives. She specializes in coaching business leaders in how to develop effective leadership skills to increase productivity and performance.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Amanda Dorenberg, CEO @ Billboard Canada and President @ COMMB about her journey from professional model to being a leader in the tech industry. She reflects on navigating pivots and transitions in her career, embodying the spirit of a lifelong entrepreneur and disruptor. By embracing challenges, she has spearheaded innovative change in the media sector through new technologies.
Amanda firmly believes in embracing new challenges and acknowledging failure as an inevitable aspect of life. She emphasizes the crucial lesson of transforming failures into opportunities for invaluable learning and personal development.
Amanda Dorenberg is a technology & media executive with a passion for disrupting traditional industries via new & emerging tech. Her work has been featured in Forbes Tech, Wired Magazine, Technology Headlines among other top national & international media outlets.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with experienced franchise broker/consultant Jane Stein about the myths and realities of franchising. Drawing from her wealth of knowledge, she offers insights into aligning your strengths, passion, skill set, and energy level with the most suitable franchising opportunities for you. Jane emphasizes the significance of honest self-assessment when considering purchasing a franchise. She dispels prevalent myths in the franchising realm, debunking misconceptions such as the idea that the franchisor manages the business entirely for you.
As a franchise broker/consultant, Jane helps women (and men) achieve financial security through business ownership. With her financial background as her guiding principle, she guides individuals through the due diligence process to identify and evaluate franchise options.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Camille Finan, author, podcast host, and entrepreneur on her personal journey on finding that transformative something that gave her career purpose.
She shares inspiring stories and conversations around working and building a successful creative business and career. With 35 years devoted to carpentry and kitchen cabinet making, her wealth of experience offers a unique perspective on the blend of construction and design.
Camille reflects that being curious, being open to failure, and being open to not knowing all the answers, can pave the way to greater career satisfaction.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Carolyn Ward, Director of Clinical Strategy & Head of Product Marketing, about career pivots and the importance of transferable skills when you’re looking to take that next step in your career.
Dr. Ward has worked in the healthcare field since 2016 having most recently served as an Internal Medicine Physician and on Clinical Product at Forward, where she practiced primary care with an emphasis on preventative medicine while also collaborating with the product and engineering teams to support the design and development of the organization’s digital health applications. She began her medical career as an Internal Medicine Resident at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, ultimately becoming Chief Resident at the same institution in 2020. She holds her medical degree from the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and a bachelor’s degree in neurobiology from the University of Pennsylvania
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Laura Symon Browne, President of Buffalo Funds about leadership and ways to develop new skills to enhance your leadership aptitude. One place to start is by observing the leadership within your organization. Whose career or leadership skills do you admire? Study their strategies and achievements or schedule a 15-minute chat to ask pertinent questions about their career. Uncover a skill that you can develop and incorporate to enhance your leadership proficiency.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Executive & Career Coach Randi Roberts about when you’re just not feeling energized with your career and tips on if you should stay or should you go. Randi’s top tip is to look at how your life and career goals complement each other, especially as your priorities change over time. Listen in and take action to bring purpose to your career.
Randi spent 30 years in Pharmaceuticals and along the way started and ran two businesses. Utilizing her experience, she transitioned into helping clients examine their life/career goals and recognize that sometimes little shifts can make a huge difference in personal and career fulfillment.
MORE ABOUT RANDI ROBERTS: LinkedIn - Randi Roberts Website - Randi Roberts, Executive & Career Coach FREE Career Satisfaction Assessment YouTube: Fulfilling Career Happy Life
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Martha Aviles, Chief Marketing Officer, Aventus, about her early career experience of needing to outwork everyone and immersing herself into her role and how, as she gained confidence in what she valued, recognized the importance of being more strategic in her career growth. Martha’s takeaway – Own who you are and know your worth. Don’t let others define it for you.
MORE ABOUT MARTHA AVILES: LinkedIn: Martha Aviles Podcast: Breaking the Glass Ceiling as a Latina First Gen in Tech (Women Who Code)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Leigh Wager, Head of Commercial, Craniometrix and Health Coach about how she made a career pivot focusing on her transferable skills.
As a geologist, she didn’t find the role as fulfilling as she’d hoped and recognized that her work didn’t align with her personal values. She wanted to transition into a position/company that she could be passionate about and where she could best serve. Recognizing how she could successfully transfer her skills as a geologist, she transitioned into the healthcare tech industry, where she quickly learned that asking questions and being genuinely curious set herself up to being successful in her new career.
Looking to pivot in your career? Assess your transferable skills, seek guidance, and glean insights from Leigh on leveraging past achievements for your next career move.
MORE ABOUT LEIGH WAGER: LinkedIn: Leigh Wager Rebld Co. - Website
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Mara Cairo, Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), as she shares her insights on her career journey in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and how to be strategic when looking towards your next step in your career. Knowing how easy it is to become pigeonholed as an expert in one area at work, Mara believes that expanding your skills set throughout your career will open up career opportunities and help you broaden your experiences. Asking lots of questions is Mara’s number one tip in helping to make any career transition a smooth one.
Mara Cairo is passionate about using AI for good. She has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta and holds her P.Eng. and PMP (Project Management Professional) designations. Before joining Amii, she worked in the hardware development space, where she helped clients take their products to market, with a focus on micro and nano-fabrication.
MORE ABOUT MARA CAIRO: LinkedIn: Mara Cairo United.AI/Interview Series: Mara Cairo About Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii): Mara Cairo
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, a co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Natasha Malyuk, a Senior Academic Advisor at Seattle University and student in the MBA Sports and Entertainment Management program. In her career journey, Natasha reflects on creating boundaries at work to avoid feeling overwhelmed or burned out as well as the importance of creating a strong support system. Natasha advocates that by opening yourself up to new opportunities, you might find it may lead to unexpected and positive shifts in your career path.
Natasha completed her BA in Criminology with a Minor in Sociology and Certificate in Liberal Arts and her post-baccalaureate diploma with a focus on World Literature. She’s currently working towards her MBA in Sports and Entertainment Management. Natasha has worked in higher education for over a decade in student affairs, academic advising, and student focused work in academic, professional and leadership development.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, we shine a spotlight on the pressing issue of the 'no raise promotion' phenomenon that many women leaders are encountering. You’ve worked hard and now you’re being offered a promotion with more responsibilities and scope of influence. And then the shoe drops. It’s a promotion with no pay increase. These ‘dry promotions’ have plenty of pros and cons for accepting, or not accepting.
We talk about ways to respond to a ‘dry promotion’ and questions to ask yourself to help come to the best decision for you.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Josselyne Herman-Saccio, Founder of The Art of Being Unmessablewith, Transformative Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Author about the limiting beliefs that reside in our blind spots, hindering us from pursuing careers we are truly passionate about. Josselyne looks to empower individuals to live the life of their dreams and become resilient in the face of challenges. Finding the elusive "unmessablewith" spirit can be daunting, especially when feeling stuck doing the same thing day after day.
Many of us can find ourselves spending the majority of our time merely surviving, navigating each day without a clear sense of purpose. Josselyne talks about the keys to transiting from a survival mindset to one of creation, where fulfillment takes precedence and how you can find the path to a life aligned with your vision, creating a future filled with passion and purpose.
Josselyne Herman-Saccio has been leading transformative programs and coaching people for more than 30 years. She has worked with, and impacted over 200,000 people directly in the areas of business and career, relationships and family, communication and self-expression, fulfilling vision, resolving conflict and overall “well” being. She is the Founder of The Art of Being Unmessablewith.
MORE ABOUT JOSSELYNE HERMAN-SACCIO: LinkedIn: Josselyne Herman-Saccio Website: The Art of Being Unmessablewith Courses: Own Your Worth Experience, March 8-10 Book: Peace Promises 30 Days to a More Peaceful Life
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Raymona H. Lawrence about her framework called ROAR, about recruiting, onboarding, activities, and retention in the world of diversity and inclusion. Often, companies recruit for diversity but onboard for confirmatory. Recognizing the challenge of fostering a sense of belonging, asking questions can help build an inclusive environment that values diversity. “How does this system work for you?” “How do you best work? Are you task-oriented or more free spirit?”
Understanding the needs and strengths of the individuals at your organization you can adapt your strategies and activities to ensure a continually inclusive and supportive environment. Dr. Lawrence provides actionable steps to help your ROAR.
Dr. Raymona H. Lawrence is the Founder and CEO of Dr. Raymona H Lawrence Coaching, LLC-A Software/Systems As a Service (SAAS) Agency. Her life's work and heartfelt mission is to help individuals and organizations incorporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into their business strategy and systems so they can authentically connect with, recruit, and retain diverse networks of customers and team members.
MORE ABOUT DR. RAYMONA H. LAWRENCE: LinkedIn: Dr. Raymona H. Lawrence Website: Dr. Raymona H. Lawrence Podcast: The Inclusive Networker
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Rita Reed, Customer Strategy Manager with Cisco, about how establishing working relationships is crucial for professional success. These connections form the foundation of effective collaboration and teamwork, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Moreover, if you’re entering a new industry or new division within your company, these connections contribute to a sense of belonging and camaraderie while finding your place in the workplace. Cultivating these relationships helps to create open communication by asking questions and having honest conversations about your work performance.
MORE ABOUT RITA: LinkedIn: Rita Reed Profile Article: "Rita Reed Explores More Effective Leadership"
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Angela Foster, Petite Style Coach, about how clothing choices extend beyond mere fabric; it acts as a non-verbal communication tool, broadcasting defining traits to onlookers. Strategically curating a wardrobe ensures that personal style authentically communicates what you want others to see you as. The adage that people form 11 impressions within the initial 7 seconds underscores the significance of style decisions.
This mindful approach to fashion transcends the superficial, forging a connection between attire and personal narrative. Aligning one's style with the desired brand image you want becomes pivotal, a visual manifestation of career aspirations. Clothing can influence how you feel about yourself and instill confidence in your self-perception. Angela Foster has over two decades of executive experience in the fashion and beauty industry, specializing in empowering high-achieving petite women to exude confidence by curating a wardrobe tailored to their unique needs. Angela’s expertise has been featured in Real Simple and Best Life, inside of leadership coaching programs, and on podcasts including Wingnut Social and Liz on Biz.
MORE ABOUT ANGELA:Website: Angela Style Coach Social links: LinkedIn: Angela Foster Instagram: Angela Style Coach Facebook: Angela Foster Style Coach Pinterest: Angela Foster YouTube: Angela Style Coach
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Tiffany Cagwin, Health Consultant and Entrepreneur, about her journey with a health challenge that unveiled her resilience, fortitude, and dedication to creating a sustainable way of life. Initially envisioning a traditional career, her discovery of a passion for yoga, spurred by a friend's entrepreneurial challenge, redirected her professional path into the entrepreneurial world.
Despite achieving success, burnout crept in, leading Tiffany to rely on coping mechanisms like caffeine to keep her energy level high. Realizing the need for a recalibration, she took a step back to reclaim her power. Tiffany's story serves as an inspiration to be open to new opportunities.
Offering insights on identifying burnout, she advocates for a single daily change to foster focus, living in the present, and the pursuit of opportunities aligned with one's passion.
MORE ABOUT TIFFANY:LinkedIn - Tiffany Cagwin Website – Tiffany Cagwin From Fatigued to Fired UP! – Free Download Retreats - From Fatigued to Fired UP! Book Recommendation - "The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines Into Massive Success and Happiness" by Jeff Olson and John David Mann
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Nina Lotfi, Technology & Operations Executive and Transformational Leader about how change and seeking new experiences has played a large role in her career journey. Understanding that as a leader you will be asked to step into the space as a change agent, you need to have a mindset of resilience and gaining confidence with the dynamic nature of situations and people.
Nina firmly advocates for the importance of learning to let go and emphasizes the need to avoid closing doors on opportunities due to self-imposed mindset limitations. The key lies in discerning the right timing for oneself, staying open to possibilities, and embracing opportunities when they align with personal growth and professional development. Nina is a Founding Board Member of Give TE, a nonpartisan organization that supports the advancement of charitable initiatives that directly benefit residents of Tredyffrin and Easttown Townships. We are a collaboration of inspired, dynamic, caring women who know that life is full and time is short. MORE ABOUT NINA:
LinkedIn - Nina Lotfi Website - Give TE Give TE - Nina Lotfi/YouTube
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Gretchen Schott, Chief Learning Officer at Threefold & Podcast Host talk about leadership pathway, gaining clarity on your point of view as a leader, and leading a leadership revolution! Understanding your definition of success and knowing your “why,” can guide you to becoming your best self as a leader. Gretchen provides an overview of six key competencies for achieving leadership success and illustrates how being an influential leader can establish your expertise.
LinkedIn - Gretchen SchottWebsite - Leading WellPodcast - Made For Impact Book - “Leadership Pipeline” by Ram Charan, Stephen Drotter, James L. Noel
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Cat Corchado, founder and creator of Small Space Pilates Community about her journey from a career in the military to following her passion to create her own business. Her motto of “what if” teaches us that doors may be closed, but they are not locked. Cat’s message that by identifying your driving force, you can explore opportunities you might not have looked at and formulate a plan that will move you forward to your “what if” vision. And be a little bit fearless along the way.
Resources mentioned in the podcast:
LinkedIn - Cat CorchadoWebsite - Small Space Pilates
About Sweet but Fearless: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless/Successful Women's Network
As the year comes to an end, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, talk about looking back over the past 12 months and reflecting on your career and aspirations. Reflecting on goals achieved or on goals still outstanding, a new year always feels like the right time to recalibrate where you are and how you’re feeling about the direction you’re going.
Mary and Cooper focus on five questions to ask yourself. From what goals did you achieve to are you happy in your job. Find a quiet place and spend some time reflecting on your past year and writing down answers to the questions asked. It may surprise you!
And as much as a new year is wonderful to spend time to reflect, it's essential to recognize that this reflective practice need not be confined to an annual event. Regularly evaluating your achievements and perhaps areas where you fell short during the year empowers you to adjust and steer yourself back on track.
Mentioned in the Podcast “5 Work Reflection Questions to Help Increase Productivity,” by Venus Gentile, Monster Contributor
In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with April Roberts, Founder of Vixen Gathering, about how to embrace a positive financial mindset and understand your worth. Owning your financial mindset involves 5 pillars, from knowing your core values to setting that gigantic financial personal goal to creating a compelling vision of your financial future. Elevating your money mindset is paramount, and April offers several introspective exercises to help you understand your relationship with money and help you define what you want and how to envision how to achieve your highest earnings within one year.
In this journey, understanding and integrating these pillars contribute to a resilient financial mindset, fostering personal, and financial growth.
Mentioned in the Podcast LinkedIn - April Roberts LinkedIn - Vixen Gathering Website - Vixen Gathering Podcast - The Vixen Voice
In this episode, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, talk about the delicate balance of working while navigating the challenging journey of grief. Whether confronting personal loss or supporting a grieving colleague, recognizing that everyone has their own unique grieving processes, and no singular "right way" exists. Empowering mourning team members to make choices aligned with their needs and if uncertainty lingers, allow space for contemplation. As a frontline manager, you need to foster a workplace that values the individual grieving journey.
In this episode, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, talk about, how, in today's competitive workplace, mastering the art of influence is paramount. This podcast explores actionable strategies to enhance your professional impact, from effective communication and strategic networking to building trust and leading with authenticity.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Michelle Johnson, CEO at Metrum Research Group about her journey to the C-suite and the choices and challenges that shaped her career path. Reflecting on her one-year tenure as CEO, she candidly recounts her transition into the role and how she brought her distinctive leadership perspective while preserving the company's brand, impact, and developmental trajectory.
Throughout her talk, Michelle imparts valuable insights into the essential skills she believes are imperative for ascending in one's career including empathetic leadership and the willingness to go outside of one’s comfort zone.
Resources mentioned in the podcast:LinkedIn - Michelle Johnson Leadership Interview – ASCPT/Michelle Johnson
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Tai Goodwin, CEO and Founder of That Marketing Team and author of “Girlfriend, It’s Your Time! Reclaim Your Brilliance and Step Into Your Purpose,” about how fostering a bankable mindset, it’s crucial to delve into your unique brilliance and identifying the qualities that make you shine. Becoming bankable involves generating impact, income, and freedom. Individuals often label themselves based on their circumstances, but Brilliant and Bankable women resist such categorization. They approach situations with curiosity, questioning preconceived notions, and transcending current limitations. Tai talks about how unlocking your brilliance, overcoming past burdens, and navigating life with a purpose-driven determination are key elements in the journey to becoming truly bankable.
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – That Marketing Team LinkedIn – Tai Goodman Instagram – Tai Goodman Book – “Girlfriend, It’s Your Time! Reclaim Your Brilliance and Step Into Your Purpose," by Tai Goodwin
Book mentioned by Tai: “Secrets of Six-Figure Women," by Barbara Stanny
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Fran Sutherlin, a Registered Dietitian & Functional Nutritionist, about taking a comprehensive approach to healing the body through functional nutrition. Playing a pivotal role in managing stress and maintaining overall well-being, a balanced diet and active lifestyle are crucial to minimizing the impact. Fran offers practical tips for gaining energy and minimizing that afternoon slump.
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – Sustainable NutritionLinkedIn - Fran Sutherlin Free guide to feeling healthier - "The Art of Optiomal Health"
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Jan Fortman, a distinguished Relationship Communication Expert, about the pivotal role communication plays in our everyday life. As the cornerstone of all relationships, whether personal or professional, effective communication involves mindful consideration of word choice, body language, and tone of voice.
Dr. Jan delves into the fundamental connections that mothers and daughters share throughout their lives, spanning from infancy to the twilight years. Her work provides valuable insights and practical tools that elevate and celebrate the intricate bond between mothers and daughters. Remarkably, the mother-daughter relationship's impact extends to one's professional journey, an aspect explored in her book, "The Secrets in How to Not Throw Mama From the Train."
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – Dr. Janice SpeaksLinkedIn - Dr. Jan Fortman Book - "The Secrets to How Not to Throw Mama From the Train"
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sherrilynn Starkie, Social Media Specialist and Podcaster, about her journey of international relocation and how navigating the global terrain requires a nuanced understanding of varying communication styles, each influenced by cultural, linguistic, and contextual factors. She reflects on how active listening, information absorption, and the art of inquisitive questioning become indispensable tools for bridging these gaps.
Embracing these aspects, individuals and organizations can harness the numerous opportunities presented by international mobility while mitigating potential stumbling blocks.
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – Sherrilynn Starkie LinkedIn - Sherrilynn Starkie Podcast – 50 Women Over 50
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Roseann Sunwoo, the CEO and creative force behind Clara Sunwoo. The heart of their discussion revolves around the fear that often accompanies the notion of embarking on an entrepreneurial journey without having all the answers upfront. Their shared wisdom emphasizes the importance of not letting fear become an insurmountable obstacle. Have a mentality of growth through learning by doing, where setbacks are viewed as stepping stones and adaptability is key.
Rosann encourages women entrepreneurs and leaders to learn how to “take up space” in a room, both mentally and physically, and recognize that your voice and ideas hold equal importance in any professional setting.
The narrative of Roseann's journey with Clara Sunwoo, a brand founded with resilience, determination, and a clear vision in 1997, serves as a testament to the power of unwavering commitment. Notably, Clara Sunwoo's recognition on Oprah's Favorite list underlines their success and impact in the fashion world.
Roseann’s story has been featured in the newly released book "Women Mean Business: Over 500 Insights from Extraordinary Leaders to Spark Your Success" by Edie Fraser, Robyn Freedman Spizman, and Andi Simon.
And a special treat for our Fearless Nation, shop at www.clarasunwoo.com now and put in the code: FEARLESS10 and receive 10% off your order.
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – Clara Sunwoo Website – Women Business Collaborative LinkedIn – Rosanne Sunwoo Book - "Women Mean Business: Over 500 Insights from Extraordinary Leaders to Spark Your Success" by Edie Fraser, Robyn Freedman Spizman, and Andi Simon.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, talk about how to ensure a successful personal onboarding experience, whether at a new job or a new role. Focusing on five key aspects, from understanding your role's expectations and responsibilities to knowing the tools required for your job, Mary and Cooper talk about the factors that will help you navigate your onboarding journey effectively.
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Shannon Dunn, coach, author, and Founder of the Thrive Factor Framework. Her Thrive Factor Framework is a two-part framework that is about a self-leadership focused way for women to connect with who they really are. One part of the framework is based on the Thrive Factor Archetypes while the other part focuses on the coaching methodology of these archetypes.
The Thrive Factor Framework is about what truly makes you unique, your personal core strengths, and understanding your potential challenges. By acknowledging your unique value and your personal architypes, you can tap into your personal psychology to confidently present your unique brand.
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite – The Thrive Factor LinkedIn - Shannon Dunn Podcast - She Leads. She Thrives FREE Archetype Assessment Quiz - Discover Your Thrive Factor Book – “The Thrive Factor: Unlock Your Effortless Success Zone”
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Anushree Sah, Google OEM Partnerships and co-founder of Kick Off Solutions about how we evolve in our careers from knowing the “what” to mastering the “how.” As we progress in our career, an important “how” to master is fostering team collaboration, especially when working within a team with differing priorities. Looking to accelerate you career? Another “how” to master is learning to ask for help and advice.
Anushree co-founded the non-profit organization, Kick Off Solutions, whose mission is to promote sports as a platform for facilitating leadership and community building among underprivileged girls, and challenge discriminating social norms with contemporary and relatable hero stories of girls who play.
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Anushree Sah Website - Kick Off Solutions
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Alexandra Bernard-Simmons, Founder and CEO of Think Like a Boss, about her incredible journey from tech to entertainer to entrepreneur and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Alexandra reflects on how imposter syndrome and self-doubt can lead to a mindset of self-sabotage and the importance of looking inward to overcome the hurdles we put in front of ourselves. Relying on your strength, resilience, and being true to your authentic self, you take back control and make your soul shine.
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Alexandra Bernard-Simmons Website - Think Like a Boss Retreats - Think Like a Boss Retreats Book – “Think Like a Boss: 31 Tips to Grow Your Brand from the Inside Out”
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Melinda Jackson, Owner of MJ Public Relations about her career journey and challenges when her perceived dream job turned out to be anything but. It's tempting to perceive such career letdowns as personal failures, but they often represent invaluable learning opportunities. Sometimes taking a step back in your career doesn't imply regression; instead, it can be a strategic move toward a career path more in line with your needs and values.
Melinda believes in embracing your distinctive strengths and trusting your intuition when navigating your next career move. Sometimes, that next opportunity can serve as a stepping stone to your ultimate destination.
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Melinda Jackson Website - MJ / PR
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Rosalie Buerlger, a Home Health Leader, about the midweek slump. Whether you refer to it as Hump Day, Wednesday Wall, or something else entirely, Mary and Rosalie have compiled a list of five tips to turn your lackluster Wednesday into a fantastic one!
Resources mentioned in the podcast
LinkedIn – Rosalie Buerlger
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Succussful Women's Network/Sweet but Fearless Facebook
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Rosalie Swingle, an associate at Lathrop GPM/Litigation & Dispute Resolution group, about how confidence, knowing her non-negotiables, and relying on intuition were key in making the right career choice. It’s invaluable to understand your priorities when it comes to your work life and aligning yourself with a company or firm with your values and aspirations. Be bold and ask questions before you make that next decision! You spend a great deal of time at work, be sure it challenges you in an uncomfortable but positive way. Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn - Rosalie SwingleRosalie Swingle - Lathrop GPM
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Professor, Activist, and Author Amal Sedky Winter about her life as an activist and how she has overcome personal challenges. She shares her thoughts on women in leadership and how things have changed and how other things have remained the same in the workplace.
In writing her novel, Escape to Aswan, she purposefully ensured the portrayal of life, culture, and class-related matters in the Middle East. She aimed to create genuine characters who engaged in meaningful discussions about ongoing issues from diverse viewpoints.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Website - Amal Sedky Winter
Book – Escape to Aswan
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Megan Camille, an Intuitive Business Consultant who has built several 6- and 7-figure businesses from scratch, about relying on one’s intuition and inner guidance.
As an entrepreneur, Megan holds a strong conviction in aiding others to achieve success and attain financial independence. She places great significance on the power of instinctive judgment and believes in letting go of self-doubt and looking within yourself and listening to your intuition.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
LinkedIn – Megan Camille
Website - MeganCamille.com
Instagram - The Megan Camille
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kimberly Spencer, the visionary behind Crown Yourself and the CEO of Communication Queens Agency, on the theme of self-doubt and candid communication.
The impact of self-doubt can be profound, leading us to devalue ourselves and become stuck in a cycle of stagnation. Kimberly takes us through how gaining clarity about our desires, charting a course towards our aspirations, and fostering open and solution-oriented communication can propel us out of this rut. By posing questions that steer us towards solutions, we can advance ourselves, set unwavering boundaries, and cultivate our intrinsic value.
It's crucial to remember that progress is the compass guiding us towards our objectives. And if circumstances demand a change in direction, being poised to make that leap is equally essential.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
LinkedIn - Kimberly Spencer
Website - Crown Yourself
TedTalk – "Becoming a Warrior For Possiblity"
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founders, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander talk about the emotional aspects of retirement. The prospect of transitioning away from a long-standing career can evoke a range of emotions, affecting each individual in their own particular way. Laying the groundwork required for retirement readiness requires careful planning, introspection, thorough research, and proactive measures. It’s never too early to create your retirement blueprint!
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In this episode, Sophia Manzo with Wall Street Firm for Girls podcast interviews our very own Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless. During the interview, Mary generously talks about her remarkable career journey within the financial services industry, while also imparting invaluable guidance to young women embarking on their careers in finance. She touches upon essential topics such as the application process, identifying potential employers, networking strategies, techniques to distinguish oneself, and securing better compensation.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Sophia Manzo – LinkedIn
Wall Street Firm for Girls - Podcast
Wall Street Firm for Girls – Website
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Website - www.sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Betty J. Pettine, Director of Philanthropic Consulting of Callan Family Office, about how your values shape your decisions and can serve as a compass for your thoughts, words, and actions. By having a well-defined purpose, it empowers you to navigate challenges with ease and can be used to facilitate personal growth, both within and beyond the boundaries of the workplace. But how do you ensure you're truly embodying your core values? Betty shares with us some tips and personal stories to help you define your core values.
Betty serves as Director of Philanthropic Consulting at Callan Family Office, where she supports individuals, multi-generational families, and nonprofit organizations to successfully achieve their philanthropic vision.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Betty J. Pettine – LinkedIn
Callan Family Office - Website
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Website - www.sweetbutfearless.com
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In this new season of Activation, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Kerri Hummingbird, Founder of Inner Medicine Training, about how listening to your inner voice is a profound act of self-awareness. It means paying attention to the whispers of your heart and soul, guiding you towards your true path. It requires tuning out the noise of external influences and trusting your own instincts. Similarly, sharing your vulnerability is an act of courage that fosters connection and growth. It opens doors for empathy and understanding, deepening relationships with others. Making choices that align with your values and aspirations leads you to become the person you are today, whether it's as an award-winning author, a nurturing mother, or a steward of our planet. Trusting your inner self and intuition empowers you to navigate life's complexities with authenticity and wisdom. Finally, reading the room entails being attuned to the dynamics and energies present in a given situation, allowing you to respond thoughtfully and effectively.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Website – Kerri Hummingbird
Podcast - Soul Nectar
Books –
“Inner Medicine: Becoming One with Mother Earth for the Survival of Humanity”
“The Second Wave: Transcending the Human Drama”
“Love is Fierce: health the Mother Wound”
“Awakening To Me: One Woman’s Journey to Self-Love”
“From We to Me: Emerging Self After Divorce”
“Reinvent Yourself”
All can be found on her website https://kerrihummingbird.com/portfolio/
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander focus on understanding the collective needs of Gen Z when it comes to their frontline leaders. As frontline leaders, many of you are tasked with managing talent from four different generations, each with their own distinct desires and requirements. We explore strategies to effectively engage Gen Z individuals and provide a starting point for asking relevant questions that will enable you to comprehend and lead each person. Remember, every individual is unique. By truly knowing and understanding those you lead, you can enhance your leadership skills and become a better leader overall.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
“Helping Gen Z Employees Find Their Place at Work,” Jenny Fernandez, Julie Lee, and Kathryn Landis, Harvard Business Review
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander give some advice to new graduates and career changers, from informational interviews to establishing a compelling social media presence. Packed with actionable advice, this podcast episode equips you with the tools to amplify your career prospects and make informed decisions. Tune in and give your career the boost it deserves!
Resources mentioned in the podcast
“11 Pieces of Helpful Career Advice for Young Professionals,” Indeed Editorial Team
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Michele Gagnon, AVP Senior Talent Acquisition, TD Bank Wealth Services about today’s competitive job market and the skills hiring managers and recruiters are looking for. Remember, act as if you’re interviewing daily. It’s not just about showing up, but about how you navigate, lead, and get outside your comfort zone.
Resources mentioned in the podcast
LinkedIn – Michele Gagnon
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In this part 1 episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Michele Gagnon, AVP Senior Talent Acquisition, TD Bank Wealth Services about today’s competitive job market and tips on how to approach the interviewing process and finding a company that aligns with your values. Whether looking for a new job or your first job, networking and utilizing social media platforms like LinkedIn are essential tools. Leverage your existing connections and explore their networks. When initiating contact, craft intentional messages that demonstrate your genuine interest. Remember, it's not just about securing a job, but also about cultivating meaningful relationships that can open doors to opportunities aligned with your values.
Join us next week for part 2 of Tips on Getting the Interview!
Resources mentioned
LinkedIn - Michele Gagnon
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander challenge the notion that work and fun are incompatible. Join us as we explore the myriad benefits that arise from infusing fun into the workplace. From engaging team-building activities and playful challenges to fostering creativity through creative outlets and rejuvenating laughter-filled breaks, we delve into practical ways to bring fun into the work environment and shed light on why it matters. Discover how a touch of laughter can reduce stress, enhance productivity, and foster better teamwork and collaboration. Get ready to transform your workplace into a harmonious blend of work and fun, like the perfect pairing of peanut butter and jelly!
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Kyra Scalea, owner and innkeeper of The Inn at Twin Linden. Sharing her inspiring journey of transitioning from a fast-paced corporate life to the realm of inn ownership, Kyra believes it was her innate sense of hospitality that led her to the path of an innkeeper. Through a heartfelt conversation, she reveals the hidden depths of her role, shedding light on the unexpected challenges and rewards. While initially drawn to the idyllic aspects, such as hosting events, tending to her herb garden, and forging connections with fascinating individuals, Kyra candidly discusses the stark realities of managing a successful inn. As she unravels the business side of this dream, listeners gain valuable insights into the true demands of running a 24/7 operation.
Resources mentioned in the podcastKyra Scalea - LinkedIn The Inn at Twin Linden Website - https://www.innattwinlinden.com/
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Nicole C. Carson, Owner of 2nd Story Wealth Planners about her career journey and the importance of staying focused, understanding your “why,” and sharing your career aspirations with others as you progress in your career. Listeners are treated to an honest and frank discussion about Nicole’s motivation behind starting 2nd Story Wealth and sharing what she believes to be the top three skills to thrive as an entrepreneur. She encourages individuals to recognize what truly matters to them and pivot towards pursuing their passions without compromising their priorities.
Resources mentioned in the podcast Nicole C. Carson LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-c-carson-mba/ 2nd Story Wealth Website - https://www.2ndstorywealth.com/
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless, co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander talk about the need to play offense in your career and provide strategizes on how to cultivate a mindset that prepares you to take control and accelerate your career. With an evolving workplace, waiting for opportunities to come your way can place you (and your career) in a defensive position, giving others control over your career trajectory.
Resources mentioned in the podcast“How to Start Playing Offense, Not Defense, In Your Life and Career,” Forbes.
“4 Ways to Play Offense With Your Career – and Win Big,” Jenny Fernandez, Julie Lee, and Kathryn Landis, Fast Company.
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In this episode of Sweet but Fearless, co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander talk about the three power structures at work: Position, Relationship, and Expert power. When thinking of “power” at work, the most traditional one most immediately think of is Position power, the power that arises from one’s formal authority and control within an origination. Relationship power, on the other hand, stems from the trust and influence one cultivates with colleagues, while Expert power derives from one’s specialized knowledge or skills.
As you progress in your leadership role, understanding these powers can serve as a guiding principle and framework in developing and honing your own power skills. Take notes as Mary and Cooper delve into each power structure and provide tips on how to master each.
Resources mentioned in the podcast“There are 3 Types of Power at Work. Here’s How to Build Them All,” Shanna Hocking, Fast Company https://www.fastcompany.com/90857321/there-are-3-types-of-power-at-work-heres-how-to-build-them-all”
“The Three Kinds of Organizational Power,” Jacob Kaplan-Moss. https://jacobian.org/2021/mar/15/organizational-power/#:~:text=Within%20an%20organization%2C%20there%20are,power%2C%20relationships%2C%20and%20expertise.
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In this episode of Sweet but Fearless, co-founder Mary Sullivan talks with Nicholle Taylor, co-founder and General Partner with Aponi Advisors, to explore three important career topics. Firstly, they discuss the crucial role of transferable skills when pivoting in your career, emphasizing the importance of being curious and continuously learning new skills. Secondly, Nicole explains how creating a personal board of directors can help professionals prioritize and make strategic decisions when transitioning into new roles or industries. Lastly, they dive into the significance of understanding how your company makes its money, as it can provide insights into the decision-making of leadership. Tune in to this engaging conversation to learn valuable insights for navigating your career journey.
Resources mentioned in the podcastNicholle Taylor – LinkedIn Aponi Advisors - Website
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In this episode of Sweet but Fearless, co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander delve into the significance of having a personal brand offering a simple, yet effective way to create a personal brand statement. They highlight that personal branding serves as a calling card and involves intentionally crafting and managing one's distinct image and reputation.
The conversation revolves around the importance of creating a narrative within one's personal brand and how perceptions of personal branding may differ between oneself and others. Through their discussion, Mary and Cooper shed light on the nuances and significance of personal branding in today's professional and social landscape.
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founders Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander delve into a Harvard Business Review article that highlights the essential qualities successful women leaders exhibit to main their career progression. Mary and Cooper elaborate on these seven traits, including a determined mindset, the ability to adapt, and recasting your success and reputation, and offer helpful tips and strategies to help you maintain your momentum. Join in to gain a deeper understating of these traits and learn how to apply them in your own professional life.
Resources mentioned in the podcast“How Successful Women Sustain Career Momentum,” Brenda F. Wensil and Winifred Ernst, Harvard Business Review.
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In this episode, Sweet but Fearless co-founder Mary Sullivan shares her insights and experiences on building and leveraging confidence. She offers practical tips for listeners to implement in their daily lives, emphasizing the importance of being a lifelong learner, seeking feedback, and embracing curiosity. She also highlights the crucial role of self-care in boosting confidence and mental well-being. As an advocate for allyship, Mary also touches on how we can support and uplift those around us.
Resources mentioned in the podcastBlog - Surefire Ways to Boost Your Confidence
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In this episode, Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan delve into the topic of continuous learning and explore the seven key benefits it offers. From remaining relevant in an ever-changing world to boosting visibility and increasing confidence, we discuss how continuous learning can help individuals and organizations stay ahead of the curve. Whether you’re looking to upskill or seeking to develop your team, this podcast offers valuable insights into the power of continuous learning. What to Listen ForWhat is continued learning? - 3:02 7 Benefits of continuous learning – 3:28 Prepared for the unexpected – 5:26 Be Seen, Be Heard - 10:28 Competence improves Confidence -12:28 Bite-sized learning - 14:50 Change your perspective - 18:20 How can leaders inspire continuous learning - 22:40 Resources mentioned in the podcastMary Sullivan - LinkedIn Cooper Alexander - LinkedIn
Articles – “7 Reasons Why Continuous Learnings is Important,” Amit Nagpal, LinkedIn
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In this episode, we talk with David Sullivan and Christopher Sullivan, who provide their tips and techniques from both sides of the interviewing table. David, Executive Director Emeritus of the non-profit ArtsTech, provides his insight into what interviewers are looking for from candidates during the job interview. Christopher Sullivan, Financial Advisor at Merrill Edge, shares his interviewing experience and the challenges he faced.
Remember, either as the interviewer or interviewee, do your homework, ask questions, and know what you need from the interviewing process.
What to Listen ForFrom the interviewer’s perspective - 1:45 From the interviewee’s perspective - 5:58 A challenging interview - 7:40 Be patient in the interviewing process - 10:30 At the end of the interviewing process - 14:20
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Christopher Sullivan LinkedIn – David Sullivan Check-in with Sweet but Fearless
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In this episode, we talk with Vernae’ R. Pippen, Associate Director, D-SNP Product/SDoH/Health Equity, where she shares with us her mother’s wisdom and how she partnered her passion and desire to serve her community into a career in the Healthcare industry, specifically health equality. As a mom of three, she’s learned to create a balanced life while taking on new challenges in her career and in her life.
Vernae’ is a tenured and experienced professional with proven success as a social change agent with expertise in social determinants of health, health equity, well-being in public policies. What to Listen ForWhy Healthcare? – 2:45 Creating a Balanced Life - 4:10 Being the Only - 6:50 Healthcare Equality - 10:30 Entrepreneurship - 13:10 Mentoring - 18:00
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In this episode, we talk with Emily Zhao, Senior ESG Index Manager with S&P Global about seeking out new experiences and opportunities as you build and elevate your career. As in her career, being curious has helped her expand her comfort level and be more deliberate when evaluating her next career move. Feeling like you’re in a career rut? Emily shares actionable items you can take to isolate what it is and understand your next move.
What to Listen ForWhy a career in Economics? - 2:30 Oxford University - 4:10 First career step - 6:05 Figuring out the right career - 10:15 Career decisions to make - 16:15 Risk or opportunity to make a job move? - 20:00 How to leverage your network? – 22:05 Be deliberate - 24:20 Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Emily Zhao
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In this episode, we talk with successful entrepreneur and jewelry designer Ann Chikahisa. She shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing her challenges and lessons she learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with professionals whose experience can be helpful as you grow your business and continually pushing yourself to grow and evolve as a business owner. What to Listen ForCorporate Life - 2:45 Transitional point to entrepreneurship - 5:20 Chikahisa Studio origin story - 8:10 Key points to success - 11:11 You and your business - 15:25 Supporting women - 17:12 What to focus on - 19:30 It's never too late - 22:30
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-chikahisa-2035388/ Chikahisa Studio - https://chikahisastudio.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chikahisastudio/?hl=en Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/pin/529595237402293267/
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Siabhan May-Washington, President at St. Teresa’s Academy, and Dr. Joan Caulfield, CEO and President of The Brain, Inc, as they talk about the strategies behind the 3 T’s: Thinking, Technology, and Teaming. Their book, Optimizing Learning: Thinking Skills, Technology, Teaming, looks to help not only teachers and students in thinking more critically but anyone looking to learn and grow. By understanding how to implement goals and strategies, you can create an outcome aligned with your curiosity and passion.
What to Listen ForThe Why – 3:30 Strategies of the 3 T’s - 5:30 Why now? – 6:05 Today’s learners and technology - 8:26 Technology and teachers - 12:30 Immersive teaching - 14:30 e-Cyber Mission problem-solving – 15:30 The Learning Pyramid - 17:13 Peer learning - 21:23 Tools of the future – 25:40
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Dr. Siabhan May-Washington Dr. Joan Caulfield
Book – Optimizing Learning: Thinking Skills, Technology, Teaming with Joan Caulfield, Siabhan May-Washington, Wayne Jennings
Book – Inciting Learning by Joan Caulfield, Wayne Jennings
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In this episode, we talk with Danielle Alcide, CFP and Director of Financial Planning at Range. Danielle shares with us how her career path chose her, career sidesteps, and learning to advocate for herself. In building her career, Danielle transformed career obstacles into career opportunities by bouncing forward in focusing on her goals. What to Listen ForMy career path choose me - 2:43 Career sidesteps - 5:45 Moving into a Fintech career - 9:50 Skill building - 11:40 Advocate for yourself - 13:40 Courage in Bouncing Forward - 17:35 Looking back to look forward - 22:00 Accept help when it’s offered - 24:30 Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Danielle Alcide https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellealcide/ Check-in with Sweet but FearlessWebsite - www.sweetbutfearless.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Justice Horn, a community leader, policy advocate, and social justice activist. As a community advisor to the White House office of public engagements’ black stakeholder group, vice chair of the Kansas City LGBTQ+ commission, and board director of the Jackson County Children’s Services Fund Board, Justice understands the importance of building a strong community. He shares with us personal stories about professional setbacks he faced and how perseverance led to overcoming obstacles and achieving success. What to Listen ForPath to politics - 3:33Chair of the LGBTQ Commission – 5:00Top skill for success - 9:50Keep at it - 12:18The art of influence - 19:00The importance of Mentors - 23:29 Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn – Justice Horn -
Article – “Justice Horn Named Chair of Kansas City LGBTQ Commission,” by Dre Bradley, https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/justice-horn-named-chair-of-kansas-city-lgbtq-commission Check-in with Sweet but FearlessWebsite - www.sweetbutfearless.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we speak with Kamila Elliott, co-founder and CEO of Collective Wealth Partners. Kamila shares with us her career journey from bank teller to CEO of her own boutique advisory firm in Atlanta, GA. Kamila spent most of her professional career at Vanguard assisting ultra-high-net worth individuals before co-founding her boutique firm, Collective Wealth Partners, a majority woman-owned and all-black advisory firm dedicated to supporting the creation of wealth for Black and other resilient communities.
“When people believe in you, believe in them” – Kamila Elliott
What to Listen ForMy career chose me - 2:32 Where my career took me - 4:30 Adult learning styles - 6:45 Her role as CEO and Sr Wealth Advisor - 8:45 When you’re in your own way - 12:45 Your weakness can be an opportunity - 16:41 How a mentor helped during a career rut - 19:45 Why you need to be aware of all your financial goals - 25:30 Be Fearless - 29:45 Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn - Kamila Elliott - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilaelliott/ Website – Kamila Elliot/Collective Wealth Partners - https://www.collectivewealthpartners.com/kamila-elliott Website – Collective Wealth Partners - https://www.collectivewealthpartners.com/
Recommended Book:StrengthsFinders by Tom Rath - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/strengthsfinder-20-gallup/1137658092
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In this episode, we speak with Jeanette LePique, a Nurse Anesthetist and healthcare advocate, about her non-linear journey into the nursing field and finding the perfect career. Jeanette shares with us real talk about her work/life balance and wisdom on how you should never overlook opportunities. What to Listen ForNon-linear journey to nursing - 2:25 Being a Traveling nurse - 5:55 Career as a Nurse Anesthetist - 9:45 Know your team! - 13:35 Work/Life balance - 15:15 Being an advocate - 17:20 Thinking of nursing as a career? – 19:45
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This week, we talk with Professional Coach and Speaker, Helene Cho about the many advantages to being an introvert at work. While most people consider introversion to be a disadvantage, introverts have a unique set of skills that make them invaluable in the work world.
What to Listen ForIntroverts and Extraverts – 2:30 An Introverts Superpower – 3:20 “What else is new with you?” - 4:30 Understanding each other’s space – 8:30 What energizes your soul? - 12:15How to lead an introvert - 14:00 Interviewing and introverts - 17:45 Introverts at work – 20:52 Introverts and job layoffs - 24:15
Resources mentioned in the podcastHelene Cho – LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/helene-cho-25ab437/ Check-in with Sweet but FearlessWebsite - www.sweetbutfearless.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Nwaka Isamah, Sr. Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte. Nwaka shares with us how family influenced her multi-layered career journey and her path to becoming a consultant and recognizing that working with an organization that aligned with her priorities was pivotal in her career decisions. If you’re looking to become a more inclusive and informed leader, Nwaka’s words of wisdom are for you, especially about making time for yourself and having fun.
What to Listen ForMultifaceted career journey - 2:20 Why Consulting? - 6:05 What are non-Negotiables - 9:00 Family influence - 11:20 The value of education – 13:05 The OneTen Coalition - 14:15 Become a more informed Leader - 19:00 Overcoming challenges - 22:45 Mentors - 26:40 Words of Wisdom – 30:00
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn - Nwaka Isamah Website - Nwaka Isamah OneTen Coalition - https://oneten.org/about/mission/ Deloitte: "Making Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Real: Focus on the frontlines,"
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In this episode, we talk with Ryann Dowdy, Founder of Be in The Room, a supportive community to elevate the power of women leaders. Ryann shares her story, from climbing the corporate ladder to making her side hustle into a full-time career. As a marketing and sales professional, she understands that “sales” can be seen as a dirty word. But as an entrepreneur, being comfortable with sales and marketing can make a difference between success and failure. Ryann’s journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur, with its ups and downs, is an honest look at being true to yourself and understanding how to align what matters most to you with the career choice you make. What to Listen ForBe in the room – 2:15 Pivoting from corporate to entrepreneur - 3:45 Side hustle in Sales - 6:20 Building a Brand - 7:55 Side hustle becomes full-time - 9:15 A new business leads to a business divorce - 11:15 Be In The Room evolves - 11:45 Don’t ignore the red flags - 14:00Find what aligns with you - 16:05 Looking forward to the next year - 21:30 Be In The Room community - 24:00 Advice to new women entrepreneurs - 26:10
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanndowdy/ Website: Uncensored Consulting https://uncensoredconsulting.com/ Website: Be In the Room https://beintheroom.org/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/beintheroom TikTok: @RyannDowdyOffical
The Self-Leadership Principals https://uncensoredconsulting.com/leadership
Book: The Big Lead – Gay Hendricks
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In this episode, we talk with Michele Gagnon, Senior Recruiter/Talent Acquisition with TD Bank. Michele provides an insider’s insight into strategically preparing for an interview, becoming comfortable with virtual interviews, and utilizing LinkedIn to network. What to Listen ForStrategically prepare for the interview – 3:20 Behavioral questions - 5:53 When your interview is virtual (recording or live) - 8:40 #1 question to ask in an interview - 12:42 Aligning yourself with an employee-focused company - 15:45 The Richard Branson story - Challenge Yourself - 19:37 The Great Resignation - 21:35 Using LinkedIn to network - 23:50 Digital footprint - 29:00 Best practices for interviewing – 30:00 Some Don’ts - 36:00
Resources mentioned in the podcastLinkedIn: Michele Gagnon
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In this episode, we talk with Jenny Mitchell, Founder and President of Chavender and podcast host of Underdog Leadership, where she shares her expertise on how to make the jump from #2 to #1. Often as a #2 leader, we have become pigeonholed in our current role or so good at making others look good that we struggle to challenge ourselves to expand the best version of ourselves. Having clarity, discipline, and accountability, we can distill our work down to one thing and have a more significant impact in our role and in our career.
So often we give our power away. With Jenny’s insights, we can own our power and be an underdog leader. What to Listen ForMeet Jenny Mitchell - 2:20 Underdog Leadership - 4:20 Let’s talk about burnout - 5:51 Hone this skill – 10:00 Optimistic leader – 13:37 Discipline and Planning - 15:30 Making a commitment to yourself -18:05 From #2 to #1 - 21:18 Own your energy – 25:52
Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite: Chavender LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chavender/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Q97-c98aPUmfhzlpswfsw Podcast: Underdog Leadership Book - The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Barbara Provost, Founder of Purse Strings LLC. Dr. Provost shares her journey of taking her passion for making women financially fearless and creating her company, Purse Springs LLC. Purse Springs's mission is to provide straightforward financial advice and an available-for-hire network of vetted professionals who specialize in servicing women.
What to Listen ForA career journey: pivots and opportunities – 3:05 Purse Strings mission - 6:15 Financial obstacles women face - 11:30 Purse Stings and women’s financial needs - 12:45 Take the lead on your personal financial decisions - 18:00 Pivoting to being an entrepreneur - 22:15 Passion for making women financially fearless - 24:55 Advice to fearless women leaders - 26:36 Resources mentioned in the podcastWebsite: PurseStrings.co Facebook Group: Purse Strings for Financially Fearless WomenTwitter: @pursestringsco Instagram: pursestringsco Pinterest: PurseStringsCo LinkedIn: Purse Strings Podcast: Women and Money: The Shit We Don’t Talk About https://pursestrings.co/podcast/
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In this episode, we talk with Jen Szpigiel, founder and CEO of Becoming Iconic, a 7-figure global business and leadership brand that elevates entrepreneurs. Jen shares with us her philosophy that every person can wake up ready to be the greatest version of themselves. Her all-in approach to her personal life and career reflects how we should look internally for validation and creating our own personal power. What to Listen ForNow is the time – 3:00 Pivoting in a career - 5:20 Prepare for a job burnout - 8:30 Do you have to? - 10:30 How you talk to yourself - 12:10 Gratitude - 13:00 Living a fulfilling life -14:45 Being average - 16:55 Move one step forward to realize your goal - 20:00 Look internally for validation - 21:30 Becoming Iconic - 24:10 Not feeling joy - 26:40
Resources mentioned in the podcastBecoming Iconic Website - https://becomingiconic.co/ Becoming Iconic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-szpigiel-931499195/ Becoming Iconic Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/becoming-iconic/id1500348470 Becoming Iconic Magazine - https://becomingiconic.co/magazine
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In this episode, we talk with Image and Style Consultant Melanie Lippman about how, intentionally or not, our clothes send a message to everyone around us. Melanie shares the benefits of putting effort into our personal style so we send the message we want to send, with confidence and clarity about the next-level vision we have of our future selves. What to Listen ForConfidence and the clothes you wear - 2:20 Image and your identity - 6:20 Invest in your image - 8:50 Are you giving up opportunities - 11:42 Dressing for that next-level version of yourself - 13:10 Dressing on stage - 17:45 Interviewing and image - 20:43 Feeling like you’re wearing a costume - 24:20 Narrowing down overwhelming clothing choices - 26:10
Resources mentioned in the podcastMelanie Lippman's Website - https://www.melanielippman.com/ Melanie Lippman's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/personalstylistmelanielippman/ Free shopping guide for professional clothes – https://bit.ly/your-professional-wardrobe Check-in with Sweet but FearlessWebsite - www.sweetbutfearless.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Mir Garvy, founder of Job Market Solutions. As a job search strategist, writer, and speaker, Mir is an authority on resume writing and LinkedIn design. In our conversation, Mir reflects on her own journey as an entrepreneur and talks about the current trends in hiring and resume writing.
What to Listen For
Why the entrepreneurial path? - 2:30
Resume writing career - 4:45
Grit to Succeed - 6:45
Trends in Hiring - 10:00
What should be on the resume/LinkedIn - 12:30
Trends for Leaders - 17:15
Best skills and habits to have right now - 21:30
Current Trends – 23:40
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Mir Garvy – www.mirgarvy.com
Job Market Solutions - https://jobmarketsolutions.com/
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Barb Garrison, a Career and Money Breakthrough Coach who founded her company, Internal Groove, 15+ years ago. She helps burned-out, success-driven professionals who are just going through the motions find their personal power and provide tools to make choices that lead to career success.
What does Barb know about your daily frustrations and struggles, like career burnout, hating your job, changing careers, or finding a new career? Plenty! So be sure to take notes to find your Secret Sauce to success!
What to Listen For
Job burnout, yah! – 2:45
Journey of self-discovery - 4:51
Tips to get through a burnout -7:00
The Secret Sauce of habits and patterns - 9:43
Change the way we speak to ourselves -11:20
Be your own best advocate -13:50
It all starts with self-reflection -15:03
Recognizing your strengths – 17:42
Internal Groove: The 5 Pillars -19:42
Creativity and problem resolution - 24:10
How to reinvent yourself and your career - 25:25
Monday Morning Leap - 27:09
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Monday Morning Leap - https://internalgroove.com/subscribe/
Internal Groove – https://internalgroove.com/
Career Burnout Quiz - https://internalgroove.com/career-burnout-quiz/
Barb's Book recommendation
Nonviolent Communication – Marshall R. Rosenberg, PhD
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/nonviolent-communication-marshall-b-rosenberg/1124304352
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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Cassady Kintner, a Marriage & Family Therapist whose passion focuses on helping people with complex, highly demanding medical conditions, particularly diabetes, to face the emotional and behavioral challenges that so often accompany chronic health problems.
During our conversation, Cassady provides insight into saying NO, navigating burnout, and the importance of how you communicate with yourself. Too often, we can belittle who we are by the words we choose to say to ourselves. As Cassady so wonderfully states, talk to yourself the way you’d talk to a loved one.
What to Listen For
Where it started - 2:41
How to help yourself, physically and mentally – 4:36
The importance of saying NO - 7:15
Empathy for others - 11:45
Communicate with your teenager - 14:00
Navigate burnout - 18:38
Storytime: Negative self-talk - 20:00
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Cassady Kintner - http://www.cassadykintner.com/
Virtual Workshops for Parents of Kids and Teens with Type 1 Diabetes - http://www.cassadykintner.com/registration-open
Kristen Neff, Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at University of Texas, Austin - https://self-compassion.org/
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Alyssa Gioscia, a Human Performance Strategist, Executive Coach, and Organizational Consultant. Alyssa shares with us how we need to lean into discomfort to make us better leaders, the benefit of celebrating the small wins along the way to celebrating the big win, and stopping the negativity of the comparison game.
Alyssa Gioscia is a certified Executive Coach and Talent & Development professional with a passion for guiding people toward bringing their dreams to life and accomplishing things they didn’t think possible. She is passionate about getting to the heart of people’s stories and partnering with them to produce powerful legacies.
What to Listen For
Alyssa’s “Why” – 2:50
Lean into the discomfort - 3:50
Celebrating the small wins - 5:07
Stop with the comparison game - 6:50
Alyssa’s Fearless Moment - 7:45
Career Pivot - 10:52
Breaking up with your employer - 13:46
Tips for career struggles - 14:30
Show up and Take Space - 16:45
Don’t wait to be asked -19:30
Vision Casting - 21:40
What to look for in a mentor - 22:55
Advice to get to the next career step - 25:40
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Alyssa Gioscia – website
Alyssa Gioscia - LinkedIn Profile
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- Website - sweetbutfearless.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Chief Confidence Igniter Meshell Baker about igniting unstoppable confidence and enabling leaders to develop high-performance resilience. Meshell is an Exhilarating Keynote Speaker and a Confident Living Catalyst who offers a unique ability to guide and encourage her audiences and clients to be their best and most authentic selves.
Meshell understands that many female founders, women business owners, and women sales leaders struggle with doubt and their inner critics. “The world doesn’t tell you who you are. Decide and declare who you are and then go out and demonstrate it.” Get ready for an advice-filled podcast about understanding who you are and how to project that vision to yourself and the outside world.
Join Meshell on Saturday, January 14, 2023, for her 9th annual Free Virtual Vision Board Party to jump-start your vision for 2023. Click here to sign up!
What to Listen For
Meshell’s career decisions - 2:50
Skills needed for career pivot - 5:45
Chief Confidence Ignitor - 8:08
Become your vision - 11:20
Eliminate the word “Should” from your vocabulary – 12:15
Trends in Leadership - 14:30
The power of words - 16:30
The voices you hear - 18:20
Celebrating yourself - 21:30
Igniting Your Confidence - 24:50
Everything is working in your favor - 31:25
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Meshell Baker – Linkedin
Meshell Baker - Website
9th annual Free Virtual Vision Board Party to jump-start your vision for 2023. Click here to sign up.
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Website - sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook -
https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with Nicole Cox, a dynamic strategy supervisor with expertise in diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) and 6 years of consulting experience leading engagement initiatives for federal and private clients. By expertly collaborating with talent acquisition teams, she has developed DEI strategies as well as guided and promoted the implementation of strategic initiatives, increasing adoption and transparency.
Volunteering has always played a role in her personal and professional life. The courage to do new things and jump into a new role has made her a fearless leader! Nicole generously shares her story of the challenges she’s faced and how you can move forward when all you want to do is stay in bed and eat pizza.
What to Listen For
Nicole’s journey - 2:30
Celebrate your accomplishments – 7:10
#IamRemarkable Workshop – 9:13
Give back – The remarkable world of volunteering -10:05
Have Courage to be Curious - 12:25
ASK where you can volunteer - 14:50
Build relationships - 15:40
Strategic Volunteering - 18:20
Know your market worth - 21:50
Advice to front-line leaders - 24:40
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Nicole Cox - LinkedIn
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Website - sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork
In this episode, we talk with entrepreneur and food blogger, Alice Currah. Alice is the publisher of the popular food blog, SavorySweetLife.com, and one of the food bloggers for PBS Parent's Kitchen Explorers. Her approachable everyday recipes are accompanied by beautiful step-by-step photos and have been featured online at Martha Stewart, Real Simple, The Pioneer Woman, Epicurious, Bon Appetit, Saveur, iVillage and many more. In March 2010, Forbes.com featured Alice as one of Eight of the Very Best Food Bloggers.
Her debut cookbook, Savory Sweet Life: 100 Simply Delicious Recipes for Every Family Occasion based on her blog, was published by William Morrow/HarperCollins Spring 2012.
Alice shares her journey of taking her passions of cooking and photography and creating a successful business.
What to Listen For
Savory Sweet Life food blog -1:41
Passion leads to a profitable business - 3:24
Savory Sweet Life Cookbook - 5:25
Mentors help to pave the way - 7:20
PBS calling - 10:45
The Power of Saying Yes (or No) - 12:45
Martha Stewart & U2’s Bono - 14:41
Be true to yourself - 18:40
A hand up - 20:00
Her season of health - 21:52
Understand the process - 25:05
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Alice Currah - Savorysweetlife.com
Book - "Savory Sweet Life: 100 Simply Delicious Recipes for Every Family Occasion"
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- Website - sweetbutfearless.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company
In this episode, we talk with Michelle P. Wimes, Sr. VP/Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer, Children’s Mercy Hospital. Michelle is a strategic leader who is deft at implementing change management strategies necessary for a comprehensive and effective diversity and inclusion and professional development program.
In our conversation, Michelle talks about how being open to new opportunities early in her career allowed her to challenge herself and own her success. Her advice is to have a growth mindset and understand your style of leadership. By being self-aware and owning your strengths and weaknesses, you can learn to be a great leader through empathy, elevating others, and being humble.
Make sure to take notes as Michelle shares her stories and provides words of wisdom to our front-line leaders. One of our favorites is to surround yourself with the resources you need to accelerate your career. Our advice – listen and then listen again and take notes.
What to Listen For
Early Career, Imposter Syndrome, and Pivoting - 3:15
Be Open to New Opportunities - 6:30
Invest in Yourself – 9:05
What Can You Be Doing to Hone Your Leadership - 10:15
Leadership and You – 12:00
Empathy Makes Great Leaders - 14:24
Getting Out of A Rut - 17:10
Negative Self-Talk - 18:20
Receiving Feedback - 20:12
Sponsors and Mentors - 22:15
Advice to Female Front-Line Leaders - 27:53
Own Your Success - 32:50
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Michelle P. Wimes – LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepattersonwimes/
Michelle has been recognized for her many professional contributions. In 2021, the Kansas City Business Journal recognized her as one of 24 local “Women Who Mean Business.” In 202, she was awarded the Sly James Diversity and Inclusion Award given to members of the Kansas City area legal community for their contributions to diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. In 2018, she received Missouri Lawyer Media’s inaugural diversity and inclusion award honoring 20 state-wide individuals and organizations “for significantly advancing diversity, inclusion and dignity of all people in Missouri’s legal profession.” In 2015, Ingram’s Magazine honored her as one of the “50 Missourians You Should Know.
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company
In this episode, we talk with Inez Ribustello, a mother, wife, author, entrepreneur, and wine and beer lover. Inez got her start in the world of food and wine after moving to New York City from her home state of North Carolina. Her wine career took a huge leap forward when she became an Assistant Cellar Master at Windows on the World in One World Trade Center. On September 11th, Inez lost her work family, and in the aftermath of the 9/11 tragedy, Inez made the decision to move back to her hometown.
With her fiancee (now husband), they opened a wine bar and retail store and would go on to open the microbrewery, Tarboro Brewing Company, in 2016. Recently, Inez self-published her memoir, “Life After Windows,” chronicling her journey from North Carolina to Manhattan and the personal events of 9/11.
During our conversation, Inez shares with us her FEARLESS moments, her journey as an entrepreneur, and her resilience in knowing when to pivot and when to ask for help. You’ll be touched by her incredible story and take to heart her sage advice to surround yourself with those that feed your soul - and help us all become a little bit more fearless.
What to Listen For
Fearless Moments - 3:10
Her Beer Career Pivot 5:00
Lessons Learned – Opening Her Own Brewery – 9:10
Surround Yourself with the Right People - 11:00
Smart Business Pivots - 12:45
Engage in the Community You Serve -17:50
Leadership Ask - 19:00
Skills That Played a Role in Her Success - 19:45
Life After Windows - 22:10
Advice to Women Leaders - 26:15
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Inez Ribustello - https://www.inezribustello.com/
Life After Windows: Windows on the Word. A Memoir of 9/11 - https://www.inezribustello.com/book/
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Website - sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company
In this episode, we talk with Elise Hooper, best-selling author of historical fiction novels based on the lives of real women who have been frequently overlooked in history books: May Alcott, Dorothea Lange, Betty Robinson, Helen Stephens, Louise Stokes, and the Angels of Bataan. Telling the stories of these remarkable women help us better understand the past and draw important connections to our own times.
Whether you're an author or front-line leader (or both!), we all need to focus on our work/life priorities, self-care time, and the importance of building your work community. Be inspired as you listen to the stories of the fearless women Elise writes about, and take away how you can be the author of your story.
A native New Englander, Elise spent several years writing for television and online news outlets before getting a MA and teaching high-school literature and history. She now lives in Seattle with her husband and two daughters.
What to Listen For
Writing about inspirational women - 3.28
Remarkable women are everywhere - 9.58
The business of being an author - 10.20
Work/Life balance – 12.15
You need Me time! - 13.45
Building your community - 15.35
Just Ask! - 18.00
These remarkable women - 20.14
What’s happening now - 26.30
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Elise Hooper – website https://www.elisehooper.com/
Books by Elise:
Angels of the Pacific
Fast Girls: A Novel of the 1936 Women’s Olympic Team
Learning to See: A Novel of Dorothea Lange, the Woman who Revealed the Real America
The Other Alcott
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Website - www.sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/successfulwomensnetwork?trk=public_profile_topcard-current-company
In this episode, we talk with Sade C. van Wijk, President and CEO of van Wijk, LLC, and van Wijk Consulting & Advisory, about her career journey and experiences, how she maximized lessons learned along the way, and how we should never let others define us or our career.
During her career, Sade has led multiple complex projects, programs, services, teams, and workstreams. She is known for her strategic and creative thinking, prompt and high-quality delivery, and building effective and inclusive teams. Sade manages each opportunity with tact and pride and truly is invested in the success of the person, team, and company.
Sade is an active member of SHRM, Mom in Balance, and the Management Leadership for Tomorrow organization.
What to Listen For
Sade’s career journey in finance - 3:28
Be a sponge of knowledge - 6:04
Be recession-proof - 7:05
Think outside the role - 8:00
Her time at Uber -13:05
The three types of Mentors you need to have - 19:10
Overcoming a derailment - 25:50
Be true to yourself - 29:45
Weekly reflections/Lesson learned - 32:10
Don’t let others define you - 34:10
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Sade C. van Wijk
LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadevanwijk/
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we speak with Elizabeth Batalla, the Executive Director for The Institute of Achievement and Excellence. She helps women to be unstoppable so they can achieve success in their personal and work life. She has worked with a multitude of global companies during her career, lectured at various academic institutions, and is the author of the book “Level Up to Move Up: The Three Forces in Achieving Excellence.”
If you’re looking to excel quickly in your career, Elizabeth provides an overview of the Nine Life Areas (including the three forces in achieving excellence) and provides excellent tips on what you can do today to get you where you want to be.
What to Listen For:
The Three Forces in achieving excellence: identity, connections, status - 3:00
Formal vs informal flow of communication - 8:42
Rules of the game - 7:30
Know the source of the information - 10:15
Communication is rarely about communication - 11:45
Two factors to leveling up - 13:20
Skills: Is there a trend to what's in right now? - 14:35
Microaggression in the workplace -16:30
Is there gender bias in job descriptions - 18:15
The importance of mentorship - 21:00
Personal perspective on women in leadership - 24:00
Elizabeth's words of advice - 27:20
Resources mentioned in the podcast
The Institute for Achievement and Excellence - https://achievementandexcellence.com/
Elizabeth Batalla LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethbatalla/
Benchmark Your Potential for Success - Free Assessment: https://courses.achievementandexcellence.com/p/professional-assessment-benchmark
Elizabeth's Videos - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn08Yx5bKaRIwf0Im5P69dg?sub_confirmation=1
Elizabeth's Book - https://books2read.com/leveluptomoveup
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with Laura Terrell, an executive coach with more than 25 years of experience as a legal and business insider. Prior to coaching, she was a Special Assistant to the President at the White House, a senior level appointee at the U.S. Department of Justice, an equity partner in two large global law firms, and in-house counsel at a publicly traded company.
Too often, we fail to be our own advocate. Advocating for the recognition and compensation we deserve gives us the power to determine the direction of our career goals and achievements.
Laura's discussion on how we should learn to manage our career like a business and leverage our skills is an invaluable tool to accelerate our success and satisfaction with our work life.
What to Listen For
Managing your career as a business – 3:20
You need to know your business - 7:00
What’s next for your career - 9:35
Skills to leverage for success - 10:40
Asking the tough questions - 13:35
Stretch yourself for that next role -16:16
You’re not alone - 20:05
New startups and entrepreneurs - 23:00
Keep your eye on the financial ball - 26:00
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Laura Terrell -
Website - https://www.lauraterrell.com/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauralterrell/
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with educator Jennifer (Sullivan) Wiltz. With over 20 years of experience in education and a master's in multicultural education, Jennifer provides insight into how to help your child overcome their fear of math with a positive growth mindset.
Math plays a vital role in our everyday life by honing our logical reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability. Here’s to math!
What to Listen For
Why Math? - 2:38
When your child struggles with Math - 5:15
Shifting your child’s mindset towards Math - 7:55
What to look for in a math curriculum - 9:30
The change from elementary to middle school math -14:30
How Jennifer stays motivated - 19:00
Math opens doors to many opportunities - 22:45
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Jennifer (Sullivan) Wiltz - LinkedIn Profile
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we discuss Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s article on the 7 types of rest that we all need. Because so many of us are feeling tired throughout the day even when we get a good night’s sleep, Mary and Cooper talk about the rest types we all need to include in our life: physical, mental, sensory, social, creative, emotional, and spiritual. According to Dr. Dalton-Smith, “We’re suffering from a rest deficit because we don’t understand the true power of rest. Rest should equal restoration in seven key areas of your life.”
Not sure which area of rest to focus on right now? Rest can look and be different for each of us. Take the Rest-Test Quiz and start working on getting restoration. And remember, sleep and rest are NOT the same thing.
What to Listen For
Why Are We Feeling so Tired – 1:40
The 7 Types of Rest- 3:30
Sensory rest and detox - 5:30
Are toxic relationships making us tired? - 8:30
Do you start your day with a cup of coffee? - 11:15
Are you sleeping with the fan on? - 14:07
How are you? - 16:33
Creative rest – 17:40
Be a part of something - 19:50
Where to start – 22:50
Resources mentioned in the podcast
Dr. Saundra Dalton Smith website
The 7 Types of Rest That Every Person Needs – Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s Ted Talk
The Rest-Test Quiz
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with bestselling author Rachel Linden. Rachel started her career as an international worker with a faith-based aid organization, and her experiences living and traveling in more than fifty countries around the globe continue to provide excellent grist for her stories. She loves writing novels that combine so many of her favorite things – strong women facing big challenges, food, travel, and second chances at love. Rachel enjoys crafting bittersweet stories of struggles and triumphs infused with a touch of magical realism and ultimately happy, or at least very hopeful, endings.
Author of bestselling novels:
The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie
The Enlightenment of Bees
Becoming the Talbot Sisters
Ascension of Larks
What to Listen For
Rachel’s Story – 4:00
How She Balances Her Work/Life – 6:00
You Can Do It All. You Just Can’t Do It All At Once - 7:10
“Batching” Your Day – 8:26
Strong Women Who Inspired - 11:30
Her Community of Inspiration - 13:50
Writing as a Business - 16:40
Putting Your Team Together - 19:00
Mentors Accelerate Your Journey - 20:45
Spirit of Generosity - 23:15
The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie - 23:50
Hallmark Movie - 26:15
Tenacity, Learning Attitude, Relational Connections – 27:05
Story Ideas - 28:50
Advice to Authors - 31:00
The Future – 33:00
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
Rachel Linden - Website
Rachel's 2022 Book Tour
Instagram: @rachellinden_writer
Facebook: @authorRachellinden
Debbie Macomber - Website
Marie Bostwick - Website
Susan Meissner - Website
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetworkLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, Mary and Cooper celebrate the 100th episode of the Sweet but Fearless podcast. Since we began our podcast in October 2020, we've focused on what it means to be a fearless woman leader and how to accelerate and celebrate your success. We wanted to create a community of where we could raise the tide to lift all boats and provide engaging and sound insights.
From our membership to our e-book on Self-Awareness to our worksheets and white papers, Sweet but Fearless is here for you!
Here's to our next 100 episodes!
What to Listen For:
In the Beginning - 2:00
Failing Forward - 3:40
Who Are These Women - 7:00
The Early Podcasts; Stop Being a Perfectionist - 9:30
Celebrate Successes - 11:00
We Love our Guests! - 13:45
What's Next - 19:30
Members Success Stories - 24:00
Until Next Time Fearless Nation - 26:00
Guests Mentioned
Martha Pelligron - Episode #77
Nikki Malcom - Episode #24
Angie Herman - Episode #64
Bron Williams - Episode #99
Andrea Dora Smith - Episode #21
Kaila York - Episode #26
Marketa Swaby - Episode #61
Bonnie Habyen - Episode #60
We've had over 50 guests. Each generously giving their time and talking about their journey, their ups and downs, their challenges, and their successes. Be sure to check them ALL out!!
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Website - www.sweetbutfearless.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with Bron Williams about her journey, story, passion, and how she became invested in helping others learn new skills and improve their self-worth.
Bron works with Executive and Senior Leadership teams within corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors to shift their perspective, deliver practical strategies to make bias conscious, and develop programs to enable to holistic integration of conscious bias across teams and organizations.
Her book, "What's Your Water? Uncovering Bias in the Workplace," coming out soon, will give the reader to uncover their unconscious biases and overcome them to make them better leaders and humans.
What to Listen For
Bron's story starts at 8 years old - 3:30
Character traits that lead to her success - 5:30
Writing and Courage feeds the soul - 7:05
What's Your Water? What are you unaware of? - 8:50
Awareness of our own biases - 10:20
Keep bias in front of mind (unconscious bias in the workplace) - 14:31
Stay curious! - 16:45
Have a strong mentor to find what's holding you back - 17:30
Be patient; expect the best - 21:20
Bron's words of Wisdom - 24:50
Resources Mentioned in this Podcast
Website:
Bron Williams - Working with women in leadership to navigate changes in culture.
LinkedIn Profile:
Bron Williams - Creating courageous conversations to navigate changes in culture.
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In this episode, we talk with Rachel Man, the Founder of WemanConnect. Born and raised in the Netherlands, with family roots from Hong Kong, she grew up in a western society, and one of the most liberal countries in the world. This provided her with the mindset of equality and freedom compared to her mother, although they have the same gender and racial background. She strongly believes that one’s choices in life shouldn’t depend on where you were born or what your race, gender, and or age is and is therefore dedicating her business to creating an equitable society and giving purpose to people's work. The art of making ‘anything possible’ is the core driving force of her mission.
Listen to Rachel’s story in defining her success and how you can take her lessons to define your own success!
What to Listen For
- Rachel’s Story – 2:55
- Mission to Build an Includable Society – 5:40
- How Rachel Navigated Her Career – 8:05
- Confidence & Self Belief – 10:20
- I Can Achieve – 12:40
- How to Get the Skills You Need – 14:55
- Interviewing at Goldman Sachs is Like Speed Dating – 16:00
- Giving Back Through Free Coding Bootcamps – 18:30
- Doubts & Mindset – 20:02
- Define Your Own Success – 20:58
- WemanConnect - 23:10
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
Rachel Man - LinkedIn Profile
WemanConnect – Make a Profit and Help Forward
Email – info@wemanconnect.com
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, Mary and Cooper talk about how to navigate during these uncertain times and help you craft a plan to continue to focus on your career goals. When facing a major career change, whether the change is your decision or not, should begin with being prepared. We talk about ways we can help guide you to face a new chapter in your career and get you where you want to go, quicker and with fewer bumps in the road.
“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”
What to Listen For
- 23% of employees are looking for a new job – 3:43
- Know your why – 4:23
- Is your unhappiness at work temporary or permanent – 5:20
- Describe your perfect role – 7:45
- Start NOW – 10:00
- Have you networked lately – 13:30
- Getting on the highway – 18:15
- Look left, look right - 18:55
- It’s just not salary. - 22:00
- Create your emergency fund – 23:53
Questions to ask yourself to prepare for a career change:
1) Know your why. Is your work unhappiness temporary or permanent?
2) What does your perfect role look like?
3) Start NOW. BEFORE you leave. Have you looked at the job market? Is there a role/company you want to work at? If you lost your job today, are you prepared?
4) Have you networked lately?
4a) Interviewing skills have cobwebs? Do some mock interviews.
5) Should you stay, or should you go?
6) Negotiate – what do you want? Have you asked for it?
7) Save – what does your emergency fund look like? What’s your saving plan?
8) Does right now make sense?
9) Is there a side hustle you’d like to start up?
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In this episode, Mary and Cooper talk about self-discipline and focus. Our day-to-day responsibilities can push us in many directions, and we can become unfocused and uncentered. Being disciplined helps us face obstacles and distractions and get back on track quicker to achieve our goals.
“Self-discipline is the bridge between goals defined and goals accomplished.”
Need some help getting on that self-discipline bridge? Here are nine steps to get you there.
What to Listen For
- Know your strengths/weaknesses – 5:15
- Remove temptations – 7:15
- Create a plan and set clear goals – 9:05
- Practice daily diligence – 11:05
- Create new habits and rituals – 12:57
- Change your perception about willpower – 16:12
- Give yourself a backup plan – 17:27
- Find trusted coaches/mentors - 18:55
- Forgive yourself – 22:40
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with Digital Transformation and Lean-Agile Coach for Banco Itau, Jennifer Sousa Freitas. Her sage advice of never letting anyone, including your inner voice, tell you want you can’t or can do comes straight from the heart. As a young girl growing up in Brazil, she was told that “computers are not for girls.” Focusing on what she liked, she discovered her reason and learned that computers (and STEM) are for everyone. It’s all about self-knowledge. You have to listen and pay attention to what you like and what you’re good at. Doing that and you will find that thing that “shines your eyes.”
Listen to Jennifer’s personal journey and be inspired to be your fearless self!
What to Listen For
- Meet Jennifer – 2:45
- “Computers Not for Women” – 6:45
- STEM for girls – 8:00
- Women in STEM – 12:05
- Advice to my younger self – 14:35
- Overcome hurdles – 17:34
- Imposter Syndrome – 19:40
- Goals – 22:35
Resources from this Episode
Jennifer Sousa Freitas – LinkedIn Profile
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In today's episode with Mary and Cooper, we talk about tools that can help you assess where you are and where you want to be. Whether you call them surveys, assessments, or quizzes, what these tools do is help you define where you are and then how to take action. They can give you a quick and easy way to define a small piece of who you are, help you reflect on your “why,” and how to research your next steps…the first two parts of our Rx3 methodology (Reflect & Research).
What to Listen For
- Find your work personality – 3:30
- Career assessment – 15:55
- Invest in yourself – 23:00
- Wrapping It Up – 25:30
Resources from this Episode:
- Career Assessment - https://www.sweetbutfearless.com/frontline-leader.
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In this episode, Mary talks with Sherri Jacobson not only about her journey and career in Real Estate and provides tips to those who are looking to purchase a piece of real estate and to those who are looking at Real Estate as a career.
In this episode, we talk with Jessica Hildebrand, a Clean Beauty Consultant and Meditation Guide. Jessica’s passion is in helping individuals live more consciously, both physically and emotionally. Leaving her corporate life behind, Jessica created a couple of side hustles that focused her life on living with intentional joy. Listen as she shares her journey and wise words as she discovered how to become CEO of her life. Whether you work in the corporate environment or looking to become your own boss, get off the sidelines and start living a life that you create.
What to Listen For
- Jessica’s story – 1:50
- Figuring it out – 3:10
- Servicing through Meditation – 4:30
- Jessica’s side hustle – 5:55
- Tips on starting a side hustle – 8:30
- Keep Calm and Meditate – 12:05
- How to start? - 14:45
- The Preppy Yogi - 17:41
- Mind & Soul – 19:30
- Making the decision/What are you looking for - 21:25
- Jessica’s 3 Top Tips - 25:05
Resources from this Episode
Beautycounter - https://www.beautycounter.com/jessicahildebrand
The Preppy Yogi - https://www.thepreppyyogi.com/
The Preppy Yogi Blog - https://www.thepreppyyogi.com/practically-present
Insight Timer - https://insighttimer.com/
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, Mary Sullivan takes you through the Sweet but Fearless RX3 Methodology to help you accelerate your career.
In this episode, Barbara Huang talks about how she saw opportunities in life and at work and created her own career path.
In this episode, we talk with Katie Whipple, Area Sales Manager at Expansive, a coworking and office rental company. Throughout her career, Katie has learned how to transfer her current skills into new opportunities. When she became a mother, she examined her life and redefined how to balance her career, life, health, and everything in between. Thinking of changing careers? Thinking that your work/life balance is out of whack? Listen to Katie’s journey and come away with a fresh idea of how you can redefine your career and life goals.
What to Listen For
- Introduction – 2:10
- Transitioning opportunities – 3:51
- How her skills took her in a new direction - 8:20
- Interviewing tips – 10:40
- Challenges in transitioning into a new industry - 13:30
- Breast cancer survivor & activism - 17:10
- Sports coaching young adults - 21:28
- In closing – 22:50
Resources from this Episode
- Bra Couture KC
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk about leadership listening skills and how to actively listen to those around you. As a frontline leader you need to understand the needs of your team, company, and clients. According to Fast Company, “High-quality listening is an underrated ability. How well and frequently you listen to others is a better predictor of your leadership potential than your actual intelligence or personally." We need to remember; hearing and listening are NOT the same. Today, we’ll discuss the 5-levels of listening and how you can apply them in the workplace.
What to Listen For
- First level: Ignoring – 3:18
- Second level: Pretending aka Half-Ass Listening – 6:07
- Third level: Selective Listening – 8:30
- Fourth level: Attentive – 10:33
- Fifth level: Empathetic – 14:300
- Tips on being a better leader – 24:29
- Wrap-Up – 30:20
Resources from this Episode
“How to Become a Better Listener, According to Science,” By Tomas Chamorrow-Premuzic, Fast Company
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- Website - sweetbutfearless.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with Certified Financial Planner, Tais De Rada, who’s passion is financial literacy and ensuring everyone understands the need for financial education. Her interest in economics led her to network during college, knowing early on that she wanted to make connections that could help her get her foot in the door. Being curious helped her explore the options available to her and where she saw herself. Tais takes us on her journey and provides tips on how to network, creating habits, and how to find your place.
What to Listen For
- Introduction – 2:15
- Networking in college – 4:45
- How to build that network – 7:00
- Applying discipline in your work-life – 10:20
- Reflection is necessary for progression - 12:45
- Habits can start out small – 14:10
- Tips and advice – 18:00
- Experience and getting the job – 21:50
- Final thoughts - 28:30
Resources from this Episode
Books:
Atomic Habits – James Clear
The Power of Habits – Charles Duhigg
Start with Why – Simon Sinek
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we look at your leadership superpower. That thing you do that’s incredibly powerful and creates the most impact. It’s not about your role, but where you create the most impact within your leadership style. Many of us will have more than one superpower, but there will be one that stands out the most, the one people at work will come to you for. It's your leadership brand.
- What to Listen For
The Eight – 2:28 - The Strategist – 2:40
- The Change-Catalyst – 5:43
- The Transactor – 9:05
- The Builder – 11:15
- The Innovator - 13:15
- The Processor – 15:30
- The Coach – 19:30
- The Communicator – 20:13
Resources from this Episode
- “Leadership Archetypes: An Exposition: The Eight Archetypes of Effective Leadership ,” Manfred Kets de Vries, INSEAD Global Leadership Center
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- Website - sweetbutfearless.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we talk with Donna C. Watson, author of “My Legacy Experience: How my Mother’s Life Prepared Me For Her Death.” This powerful conversation provides a solid overview of the importance and need for a roadmap for all of us to ensure our Legacy is set and ready for what comes, planned and unplanned.
Donna is an estate planning attorney who has spent her career guiding others through their financial decisions and goals. At the Country Club Trust Company, she serves as a Trust Administrator where she oversees the day-to-day administration and operation of various trusts, estates, and charitable entities. She is a well-known speaker throughout the Kansas City, MO community, sharing her knowledge to help others avoid common pitfalls.
Donna opened her consulting firm, The Legacy Experience, in 2017 to provide estate planning resources to her community.
Today she shares with us how she began her legal career and takes us through a candid account of the legal, financial, and emotional components of estate administration and how to create your LEGACY.
What to Listen For
- Introduction – 2:22
- Donna’s story – 3:50
- The legacy experience – 6:10
- My mother, my inspiration – 8:30
- What legal documents should I have – 12:15
- Are you building an estate? – 15:20
- Be gracious givers – 16:03
- A is for…. – 17:36
- Understand the character of the assets you have – 18:05
- How to start that hard conversation with your family – 21:40
- Summing it all up – 27:02
Leaving a legacy is more than just a financial decision. It’s about creating a character, spiritual, and charitable legacy.
Resources from this Episode
- More about Donna C. Watson and My Legacy Experience
- Order your copy of “My Legacy Experience: How my Mother’s Life Prepared Me For Her Death” to learn more about how to create your legacy.
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
In this episode, we cover effective communication as a front-line leader with Ashely Smith, Founder and Executive Director of mPerfectly, an organization that believes when a woman breaks free from outside expectations and learns to use her most powerful tool, her voice, she can create the life she wants and make a positive difference in her community.
Ashley talks about the art and science of communication and the power of the 3 C’s.
What to Listen For
- Introduction – 0.00
- Ashely’s career origin story – 2:00
- How mPerfectly came about – 3:54
- The Power of the 3 C’s – 7:15
- Tips – 10:40
- Understanding your punctuation mark! – 13:05
- Be more curious – 16:00
- Be seen. Be heard – 19:33
- Ashely’s sage advice – 22:28
It is important to remember that you have to practice being an effective communicator. It’s a muscle and it takes intentional practice to hone and perfect those skills. Women leaders are more likely to have doubts about their communication skills than their male counterpoints. When honing your communication skills, remember Ashely’s 3 C’s – speak with Clarity, speak Concisely, and speak with Confidence.
Resources from this Episode
- More about Ashely Smith and mPerfectly
- Join a Friday virtual Shine On Spotlight Community Talk (9-10am pst) - click here.
Did you know, that as a leader, self-awareness is a critical quality? One study concluded that a high degree of self-awareness was the best predictor of success for executives. In the no-nonsense e-book, “Self-Awareness Audit,” we take you through a series of exercises and actionable tips to clearly, consciously, and confidently, tell your story of who you are and what makes you unique and remarkable.
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- Website - sweetbutfearless.com
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successfulwomensnetwork
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/68031466/admin/
We continue our two-part series with Lisa Sanchez and Lori Gentles, co-founders of the Positive Platform, Lifting, and Living. In this episode, they break down how powerful your power of choice is and should be in your life.
It is up to the individual to dig deep within their soul and within their spirit to find the strength to hold on even when hearing negative thoughts and feedback. Even if it's one message to help lead them along the path, to success, whatever success means for you.
You could be the first generation college grad to go on and achieve an undergraduate degree and two advanced degrees, a master's in counseling and a master's in business administration and have been successful in climbing the ladder as Lori Gentles was able to achieve.
Lori Gentles shares how she really observed and watched others, she believed that there had to be something different. Even if she wasn't getting that positive message at home, she was observing those positive messages at school and at work.
The tip is to make that part of your drive when you see something, that you don't automatically discount yourself and say that's not for me. If you want it to go for it.
Please listen to Lisa and Lori as they share their personal stories along with tactics for making that change for the better.
To learn more:
MASTERCLASS
Explore Reshape Ignite. A virtual Masterclass. Saturday, April 30th.
BOOKS:
"Oh SLAP! My Choices Determine My Destiny," the #1 Guide to making better decisions and living a self-empowered life by Lori Gentles.
"Looking for Love in a Garbage Can: A Journey of Healing. How I Survived an Alcoholic Environment," by Lisa M. Sanchez.
In this special podcast Mary Sullivan talks with Lisa Sanchez and Lori Gentles, co-founders of the Positive Platform, Lifting and Living about their journey to creating their positive platform.
They established their company in 2021. Lisa and Lori leveraged their experiences, talent as authors, life coaches, and HR practitioners. They co-founded their company to provide educational programs, to inspire and empower HR practitioners, women, and girls, to live their best and most fulfilled lives through self-empowerment and self-leadership skills.
They share how they didn't always hear the most positive messages. In fact, they heard a lot of negative messages about their abilities. You know, things like you're stupid, or you're never going to have any friends, things that can really destroy a child during their formative years.
As they launched their career in HR, they saw how those negative words can impact people when they go into the workplace. Their focus on helping individuals reflect on their journey, and see the positive future, is what they share with us today.
Please listen to Lisa and Lori as they share their personal stories along with tactics to implement immediately for making that change for the better.
To learn more:
WEBSITE
https://thepositiveplatform.net/
MASTERCLASS
Explore Reshape Ignite. A virtual Masterclass. Saturday, April 30th.
https://thepositiveplatform.net/shop/ols/products/masterclass-explore-reshape-ignite
BOOKS:
"Oh SLAP! My Choices Determine My Destiny," the #1 Guide to making better decisions and living a self-empowered life by Lori Gentles.
"Looking for Love in a Garbage Can: A Journey of Healing. How I Survived an Alcoholic Environment," by Lisa M. Sanchez.
Employers have been facing a troubling skills gap for years and the problem has grown as the pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital technology across industries. A recent Salesforce survey found that 76% of global workers don’t feel ready to operate in a digital-first world. In addition, there’s a demand for social and emotional skills, such as leadership and empathy. And if you’ve listened to our last two podcasts, empathy comes to the forefront of the most important skill a successful leader must-have. Right now, every job is being flooded with new tools, new systems, and new applications. People who knew how to do a given job two years ago, if they’re not continuously refreshing their skills they’re definitely falling behind.
Enter the Skills Audit, the process of gathering a list of all your current skills and looking for shortfalls.
So let’s get started. It’s time to future-proof your skills.
And if you want to take a deep dive into better assessing your skills capabilities and chart a course for filling the gaps, we’ve written a book called Self-Assessment Audit, that captures not only a review of your skills but an overview viewpoint of who you are….your story, your brand. Go to our website, https://www.sweetbutfearless.com/e-learning, where you can purchase it at the special price of $4.95 in honor of Financial Literacy Month. Our goal in writing the book was to help you accelerate your career.
Bridget Braney, consultant and retired educator, gives us her insights into how frontline leaders can really help inspire and uplift other leaders and teach them a coaching process to build a cohesive team. From the honeymoon period, where individual team members are especially polite to each other, through the “storming” process where individuals are getting to know each other and conflicts are vocalized and infighting can happen to the normalizing stage, where the individuals have learned how to communicate with one another and resolve conflict among themselves. And then the final stage, where the team has come together and humming along in harmony, being incredibly productive and fully engaged.
But then, the team changes, someone gets promoted, someone moves to another team, whatever happens, the team dynamics have changed, and you find yourself back to square one pretty much. And you may be jumping, you know, immediately from stage one to stage two, to stage three, and then take a while to get to stage four.
If you’re finding your team in any one of the stages, this is the podcast for you! Bridget offers sage advice that will accelerate your team into a high-performing, highly engaged team.
And be sure to subscribe to our podcast and visit our website, www.sweetbutfearless.com for resources and sign up for our weekly newsletter.
Getting feedback can be difficult to hear and sometimes difficult to decipher. In this podcast, our expert guest, Christine Eliseev, CIO and Transformation Leader, looks at how we take in feedback and ways to help us break down the feedback that we've received so that we can decide one of two things: 1) either do something with it or, 2) choose to ignore it. Because honestly, when you get feedback, the feedback that you get, doesn't always mean that you need to do something with it.
There's good feedback. And then there's feedback from people who really have no business giving you any feedback. And it's really important to make sure that, you know, the difference, because if you take the wrong feedback, you'll end up going in a direction you don't actually want to go.
It may not feel like it, but feedback can be a gift. Have a hard time imagining that? The value of feedback is much easier to see once you’ve analyzed it. Download Christine’s Feedback Evaluation Canvas and join in the conversation and start looking at feedback as the gift it is.
Click here to get your Feedback Evaluation Canvas! And to find out more about Christine, visit her website, www.christineeliseev.com.
This week we wanted to discuss something that many of our guests have touched on…..influence, and specifically as a front line manager, how you influence others, how you drive change, and what actions you can take to increase your influence. Think about your leadership style and how you command influence.
Looking at the traditional definition of Influence, it’s the ability to affect the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. Hence, influence requires developing a strong emotional connection with yourself and others.
In this episode, we talk about the two types of influence: transactional and transformational, and how each has its place in leadership.
According to the Harvard Business Review’s article, “Strengthen Your Ability to Influence People,” Transactional leadership is a style that focuses on actual, actionable transactions between a leader and their subordinates. It focuses on improving an immediate situation by determining the steps that need to be taken in the short term.
Transformational leadership is a style where leaders encourage, inspire, and motivate employees to innovate and create change that will help grow and shape the future success of the company. This type of leadership sees the leader acting as a role model and motivator who offers vision, excitement, encouragement, morale boost, and satisfaction to the followers.
As you listen, think about how you influence others. Takes notes and reflect on what actions you can take today to accelerate your leadership influence.
Till next time Fearless Nation!
Every board, management, and staff position has a First, an Only, and a Never. A First is the breaker of barriers, the maker of history, and the blazer of a new trail. An Only happens when no one on your team or at your leadership table shares your particular diverse identity. And a Never is the least acknowledged in organizations due to a lack of historical diversity within the organization.
Martha Pellegrino, Founder & Chief Bravissma Officer at Brava Point, joins us to talk about leaders needing to create inclusive cultures by ensuring employees have a sense of belonging through being seen, being heard, being valued, feeling safe, and knowing their work matters. An incredible conversation that should have you asking, “how am I keeping my employees connected and ensuring they have a sense of belonging?”
Find out more about Martha and Brava Point at https://bravapoint.com/.
You’re good at your job, you’re conscientious, deadline-oriented, you get shit done. Your annual review is coming up in 2-3 months and you’re feeling like it’s time for a promotion.
But what have you done to make yourself more promotable? It takes more than just logging in your hours and doing your job well. You’ve got to make sure what you do and how you do it is being seen by the people who make the promotion decision.
Think about the people you manage. When you’re looking to promote, you need more than, “well, I like them, they’re nice, they do their job, and they show up to work every day.” All factors that make for a solid employee. But a promotable employee? When you look to promote an employee, what factors do you see as crucial? Well, your boss is having the same thoughts about their direct reports – that means you. And if you’re in a remote work environment, that can add an extra hurdle to overcome.
So what factors make you more promotable? We give you a top 10 list of things you can do to make you more promotable.
In a conversation with Ashley Leftwich, COO with Rock The Street, Wall Street, Ashley shares her story of how she pivoted from corporate life to the non-profit world and found a gratifying purpose in the process. She’d always lived a philanthropic lifestyle and was heavily involved in her community and supporting nonprofits growing up. After earning her undergraduate degree in marketing and her MBA from Middle Tennessee State University, she started her career, climbing the corporate ladder at a Fortune 100 company.
Pivoting into the non-profit sector, she wanted to merge her passion for financial literacy, philanthropic drive, and working with young women to mentor. Enter Rock The Street, Wall Street, a financial and investment literacy program designed to inspire, educate, and equip girls with the skills to succeed financially throughout their lives.
RTSWS empowers young women to break the vicious multi-generational financial illiteracy cycle that abets continuing poverty. Two out of three women in the US, state they know little to nothing about finance, nor financial products.
Starting in one school in 2013, RTSWS program is now in 51 schools across 26 cities, including Vancouver Canada, with six more schools scheduled to start this year including one in London. Rock The Street, Wall Street is going across the pond!
Ashley shares more about RTSWS and how YOU can get involved!
To find out more, visit their website, www.rockthestreetwallstreet.com and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/rtsws_/
If you've lost your job, there's no denying that it does take a hit to your self-esteem. It does make you think. Why me? And what about me? And am I not as good as I think I am? Or am I not good enough? And who would want to hire me if they didn't want to keep me? And when you get to a certain age, it adds to the stress of, “will someone hire me?”
Janine Marzett talks about her emotional journey and career pivots from telecommunication to magazine publishing to working for one of the largest employee-owned chain of supermarkets. Her inspirational story of being furloughed from a company she thought she’d retire from to looking for a job during the pandemic, she knew she had to find the silver lining.
In this episode, Cooper and Mary discuss how traditional leadership qualities from the '50s have evolved and transformed over the decades, especially during these past two years of working from home. We discuss why certain behaviors are dead and should stay buried and which leadership traits have replaced them. Reflecting back on how society and corporate cultures view traditional leaders, traits such as confidence, decisive, risk-taking, competitive, and assertive, are attributed as masculine. While traits such as empathy, patience, and intuition are typically seen as secondary leadership traits and more feminine in nature. So is traditional leadership dead? Or should we redefine what it means? Cooper and Mary discuss four leadership traits that are needed in our current work environment to make you an outstanding and fearless leader.
Ti'tiana Davis- Frederick is a senior financial professional who balances motherhood, a career, and an active community life. She will share her journey and how she has brought financial discussions into her day-to-day life and how you can deepen your financial literacy.
We know what you're thinking, you don't have enough time in the day for one career, much less a second. But we're not here to add more hours to your already full day, we're here to talk about creating a second career based on your passion or desire to move into a role that's drastically different from your current job.
We share the pros, cons, and how-tos to having two careers. What to look out for and look forward to. For all the front-line leaders who may be serving as a school PTA member, volunteering at your local food bank, or coaching your kid's sports team, we help you turn that work into a second career.
Raj Subrameyer is an international keynote speaker, author, and tech career coach who helps people land their dream job and become successful leaders. He has helped countless individuals discover their zone of genius and leverage it to live a life that they love. In his early life, he constantly kept comparing himself to his family members and the other overachievers around him.
Raj wanted to live up to their expectations, but he soon realized that he could never live up to people's expectations because everyone had so many different things they wanted him to do. This constant struggle of trying to impress other people, made him withdraw and become an introvert. This constant pressure to live up to others' expectations also brought fears, fears of being judged, fear of being ignored, fear of public speaking, fear of rejection.
He thought this was his identity, but it wasn't. Raj's journey.
Raj shares with us his Mind Dump Exercise that fosters reflection and serves as a catalyst for positive outcomes. He has three key activities that help you stand out in a crowded talent field.
Check out more from Raj Subrameyer at his website, https://www.rajsubra.com/
Check out his best-selling book, "Skyrocket Your Career: The No Bullsh*t Approach to Find Your Dream Job, Be Successful in It, and Transform into a Rockstar." https://www.skyrocketyourcareerbook.com/
And check out his TedTalk! https://youtu.be/xmb7XlhCBD0
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In this episode, Mary and Cooper discuss the best practices for learning how to fearlessly walk that tightrope of proper delegation. One of the key behaviors when leveling up to a leadership role is when to let go and lead.
It can be confusing, especially if you're a new leader and you have a new team. Knowing when to delegate and how to let go of previous responsibilities can be hard. You’re going from being the field captain to being the head coach.
Well, we know the transition into leadership is not so simple and there's not a one size fits all answer. Keep in mind that you are not a one-person problem-solving army!
Become the influencer, not the doer!
You will hear details and stories of successful delegation tactics that you can replicate with your team and department. Letting go and leading takes patience and confidence, two things we know our Fearless Nation have been practicing.
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Often we choose to take on a role based upon who our manager will be. It's a good fit and life is good. Then they get promoted or leave and now you're faced with a new manager. Maybe you already know this person or it's someone new. Either way, you have to adapt to their style. The team dynamic and culture change are everywhere. That can be exciting, but we also know it can be nerve-wracking.
Berta Aldrich is an expert in business strategy, leadership, talent development, and corporate team performance, and author of "Winning the Talent Shift: Three Steps to Unleashing the New High Performance Workplace." Throughout our conversation, she shares her insights and opinions on how to unleash and unlock the full potential in a workplace. Her experiences in how to successfully navigate a shift in the workplace explore how to remove barriers that are placed in our way by:
1) Understanding the strategy of the organization and your role within it.
2) Recognize the barriers outside of your control that is there to pull you off your trajectory.
After listening to this podcast you will have actionable tips to put yourself in the best position to succeed as well as a great reading recommendation!
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Virtual onboarding can end up being a bad experience for new hires IF the process isn't handled with the right intent and careful planning. Designing a great virtual onboarding experience requires careful thought, feedback, and communication.
Mary, Cooper, and Gale reflect upon their careers as part of the onboarding journey. They discuss virtual onboarding from a leader and employee perspective. You will hear success stories, how to make the honeymoon period the best ever, and set new hires up for a long-term healthy working relationship. You will also hear what not to do, and how to recognize signs from employees, who are not feeling welcome and included.
There is a long-term impact that can be positive or negative, based on the onboarding experience at your company. As a front-line leader, it is imperative that you create a positive experience that reflects the needs of the employee as well as the company.
In this podcast episode, we share 6 tips on what to do to ensure the honeymoon has many more anniversaries to celebrate!
Andrea Polizzi, a renaissance woman extraordinaire, leads us through her journey from Wall Street to Waffletopia and beyond. Her journey began on vacation with her husband Brian, in Belgium and continued onto the Food Network all from her hometown in Pennsylvania.
Andrea shares how she chose this entrepreneurial line of business, what she did to prepare for being her own boss and relying on her business for revenue. No part-time side hustle for them, they were all in.
How she maneuvered the ups and downs of their venture, discovering it can be lonely, frustrating, rewarding, and exciting all in the same day.
The biggest takeaway will be what you can do, how you can prepare, why you should think through your idea carefully BEFORE you start on your journey. Patience was her superpower.
A year of podcasting and we have so much to be thankful for. First of course, we are very, very thankful for all the support, feedback, and referrals you all have given us. Second, our many and varied but always INSPIRING podcast guests we’ve had. Each on sharing their journey, their career secrets, and selflessly giving their time and talent.
And we wanted to send our year off with just some final thoughts. Our holiday and post-holiday lives can be busy and stressful. In our 2021 send off, we talk about taking time for yourself, especially to do some self-reflection. What about 2021 are you most proud of? What do wish you would have done more of? How do you want to define your career in the year 2022?
Do you have a theme? Is this your year of learning, your year of promotion, your year of expanding your skills? Think about it and name it!
2021 was another unpredictable year. Know what you can control and define it. Set reflection points during the year to see if you need to make a course correction.
We at Sweet but Fearless are pivoting in 2022. Be on the lookout for website redesign and programs and workshops created just for you!
And as always, be FEARLESS!
Angie started in the entrepreneurial space and when an opportunity came her way from a friend, she pivoted into the corporate world. When a former colleague reached out about a new role in an industry she never considered, she took on the new challenge with full determination to learn and thrive in her new role.
As a new front-line leader, she felt welcomed and appreciated. The company’s culture provided a positive work environment and stressed a healthy work/life balance.
While Angie had mentors to help her acclimate to a new industry, she also became a mentor and focused on these areas to help others move up in their careers.
1) Credentialing
2) Making connections
3) Connecting change down to the personal level
4) Emotional Intelligence
She shares these thoughts as well as her passion to help others outside the industry with Wreaths Across America, an organization she and her family have been supporting for many years.
Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea, and abroad. Visit https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ to learn more.
In this episode, our season of career continues with a discussion around bouncing forward from a career and life setback. How you can remain focused and keep that positive mindset while being true to your feelings in today's challenging environment.
Cooper and I speak with Jordan Merlino, who shares how not suppressing your truth so that everyone around thinks you're okay, but truly being you, whether it's layoffs or resignations, any job change, even if you choose it, is not easy. Jordan shares how she transferred her wedding planning skills to relationship management in the financial services space.
Jordan shares how her mentors are a huge part of her success. She recalls her very first day on the job, when her manager asked her if she knew the difference between an exchange traded fund and a mutual fund. She laughed and told him, "I don't even know anyone that could tell you the difference between those two things." He sat down with her and showed her the difference between an equity and a bond, all the way to how Japanese candlestick charting worked.
She has many more stories about her path and how she pays it forward every day.
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In this episode, Cooper and Mary discuss how to frame an inclusive decision-making process, and extract the best outcomes. We share why it is important to make better decisions by having a greater sense of self, learning from experiences, bringing your best, and increasing your confidence to showcase yourself as a trusted leader. When faced with a tough decision it’s common to feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, pressured, confused, distracted, and exhausted.
Because indecision can have a negative impact on how you’re feeling, it’s important to learn strategies for making positive decisions in tough situations. While you may not be able to guarantee the outcome of a decision before you make it, at least you can know you put a lot of careful thought into it.
Listen to our recommended 8 decision-making steps.
1) Don't let stress get the better of you
2) When possible, take your time
3) Pros and cons
4) Goals and values
5) Consider possibilities
6) Talk it out
7) Keep documentation
8) Communication plan
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A UK female founder of Benevolent Health, Marteka shares how women, especially women of color, can 10X their income. She got to a place in her life where she could not compromise anymore and ran out of PTO to do the things she loved. That was not working for Marteka!
In this episode, you will learn how she turned her energy to make her business better, how she pivoted during Covid and her planning and preparation techniques are tactics we all can leverage.
Her business, Benevolent Health specializes in providing expertise in mental health through consulting, coaching, and mentoring with a passion for improving race & mental health.
Mental health is one of the biggest priorities for communities and organizations to mitigate the toxic effects of Covid-19. With over 2.6 billion people around the world, impacted by mental health.
- Consulting expertise to create a happier, healthier workforce
- Bespoke mental health workshops to increase mental health & wellbeing
- One to one coaching to improve the psychological safety & wellbeing of diverse corporate talent
You will hear from an expert in mental health and how you can talk about mental health with ease in the workplace.
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Bonnie shares her personal journey, words of wisdom, and how to move forward with gratitude.
When we’re at our lowest, too often we stew in our own negative internal thoughts, thinking that we’ll never get any further. Bonnie believes that’s when we need to put on blinders and do three things that move us into a positive mindset: listen to positive podcasts (like Sweet but Fearless!), write down 3 things you’re grateful for, and do something nice for someone else.
It’s about self-talk resilience. Doing something every day to move you towards achieving your goals. Her advice - look where you want to be in 1-2 years and start acting like you’re already there.
With 30 years of business experience, she is a professed workaholic who knows the sacrifices it takes to be successful and with her first book, “The World According to Bess,” she takes a fun, inside look at what she has learned from the wisdom of her mom.
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In this episode, Cooper and Mary share suggestions for how you can open the mental health discussions at work and how you as a leader can respond. Now, having discussions about your mental health is becoming more mainstream and more accepted. The conversation is coming out of the shadows and we are learning so much because of it. Our goal with this podcast is to shed some light, begin a discussion, and help you with some tips on how to talk about mental health at work, and also how to listen when others share their needs with you.
Mental health discussions can fall into a vicious cycle, unless people talk about it at work, and believe they have a safe space to share their feelings. The stigma can be diminished and we can break this cycle if we have addressed this issue proactively, strategically, and thoughtfully. We believe that most of us compartmentalize our feelings. When tragedy happens, we tell ourselves to grieve a bit and move on and we don't get the help we need, specifically the professional help that we need. Not everyone is fortunate to have a partner, spouse, or someone who is willing to listen and guide them.
We offer questions you can ask to gauge the room and understand mental health better.
Please visit these mental health links for further information:
National Institute of Mental Health
13 Mental Health Resources That Are Absolutely Free
Do you ever feel like so much is coming at you that you may implode? Sometimes the only thing we can do is take one step. We may need to ask ourselves what is one thing that we can do to move us forward. Join Mary and Cooper in this powerful conversation with Meg Talley Dyer. Meg has been confronted with some extraordinary life challenges. She asked herself, “Am I fearless OR am I willing to step into our fear? “ She speaks of giving herself space to feel the fear…. And being ok with asking for help when we may need it the most.
Meg Talley Dyer has worked in the financial services industry for over 15 years and currently serves as a leader for a large financial institution where she is responsible for a multi-site contact center. Outside of work, Meg serves on the board for the NBIA Disorders Association, a non-profit close to her heart. She is also pursuing her MBA from Drexel’s LeBow College of Business, has a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Phoenix, holds her Series 7, 24, 65, and 63 securities licenses from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), and her Series 51 from the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).
In their spare time, Meg and her husband can often be found with their daughter Dylan hosting morning dance parties in their living room, playing at the park, or participating in a Special Olympics event.
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Do you wonder if you’ve really tapped into who you’re really meant to be? That’s a VERY normal question… sometimes we get into a rut and we can’t get out. We have a special guest who talks about relaunching our lives, understanding how to get to our own next level while connecting both our head and our hearts. Cooper and Mary have a fascinating conversation with a special guest, Hilary, DeCesare.
Hilary DeCesare is an award-winning entrepreneur, Transformational-Neuro Certified Coach, CEO of The ReLaunch Co., featured speaker in Silicon Valley and conferences nationwide, as well as a relentless philanthropist as seen on the hit ABC Show Secret Millionaire.
She's made it her commitment to help women fire up possibilities mid-life, taking a time most try to bypass and instead turn it into a time to focus on inspiring business ventures, have clarity in relationships, and instill how YOU are ultimately the creator of your purpose aligned lifestyle and the life you live.
Having faced several setbacks herself, she has a unique foundational process in The ReLaunch Effect and The 3HQ, which provides the step by step to go from stuck on autopilot to transformation when you combine the Heart, the Head and the Higher Self this is the magic that creates a powerhouse of possibility in every area of your life.
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We are all trying to be better versions of ourselves. With specific intent we can be better friends, colleagues and citizens. Join Cooper and Mary as they speak with Victoria Williams about helping people to feel like they belong at work. She is an expert in creating this belonging culture.
Victoria speaks to us through the lens of someone who had the opportunity to see the world from an international perspective. In her career and in life, she continues to make an impact by passionately sharing the impact of diversity and inclusion. Here are a couple of the impact organizations referenced in the discussion. http://diversityleadershipalliance.org and https://elevatephoenix.org
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There are times when others have a vision for us. They want to see us successful and they help us to map our next steps. These are wonderful friends and mentors, but sometimes, our priorities for ourselves may be a little different than those that some have for us. Or sometimes, we may simply accept that their vision for us should be our priority. Do you know YOUR priority?
Join Mary as she speaks to the very dynamic Illeana Casiano-Vazquez who has confronted challenges that helped her to clearly define her priorities and in so doing, helped her move forward in the way that SHE wanted to move forward.
Since the start of her career, Illeana’s experiences have been punctuated by two key themes: client and crew leadership. She is a highly engaged business leader that has consistently demonstrated strong communication skills, relationship management, and strategic thinking to positively influence our clients and crew.
She’s been a leader in five divisions, both in general manager and project manager capacities, serving internal and external clients. In addition, throughout her leadership in HOLA, Vanguard's Latino/Hispanic Crew Resource Group, she has been able to act on her passion for attracting diverse people to her firm.
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We all know that more people are working from home, more people are on back to back zoom calls and we are connecting with our peers and associates in different ways. Does work feel a bit different since the advent of COVID? Do you ever wonder if others are working as hard as they used to? Does your boss seem to be checking on you in different ways? All of this has to do with trust and unfortunately, there is a trend of less trust in the workplace.
Cooper, Gale and Mary talk about this trust phenomenon and discuss ways that we may all be able to positively impact the overall feeling of trust in each of our own worlds.
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Do you really love what you do? Or are you one of the many women who are told regularly that you are great at what you do… and therefore you just keep doing it? Or is it what you’ve always done and it seems like that’s what you should keep on with the same line of work? Our guest speaker today, Pamela Hernandez, faced the same challenge and she found her passion! Hear about her story, and how she is now helping others to cross that same bridge in finding their own passions at work.
Pamela is a Training Specialist focused on the development and enhancement of talents in the financial services industry. She does this by utilizing the +20years of experience as an Operations Manager. She is skilled in training, development, operations management, sales, sales management, leadership, project management and team building. Pamela is a strong leadership professional who graduated from Penn State University.
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Think about the stock market and the caveat, “past performance does not guarantee future results.”
Well, the same can be said for when hiring and/or promoting someone. Their past experience does not guarantee future success.
A hiring manager is asking themselves, Do I hire this candidate based on what you have accomplished? Or can I extrapolate from the past, what I believe you may be able to do?
The burden is on the candidate .Listen to Gale and Mary chat about how make easy for the hiring manager to choose you!
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Often when we talk about career, being an entrepreneur can be an option. In fact, many of the entrepreneurial choices may be a variation of what you are already doing. For Ty McGilberry, CEO and Managing Partner of his own firm, this was the case. Is being an entrepreneur in your future? Hear about Ty’s journey as he moved from employee to entrepreneur!
Born in Philadelphia, Ty grew up in Yeadon, and has lived in the greater Philadelphia area the majority of his life. He graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania. After high school he received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Pennsylvania State University both in Business Administration.
After receiving his bachelor’s degree from Penn State University, Ty worked at the mutual fund giant Vanguard for over 10 years. During his time at Vanguard, he served and educated the individual investor, retirement plan sponsors and participants, and financial advisor markets. In his various roles, Ty focused on teaching investors how to manage and understand portfolio costs and fees as it relates to being able to reach investment goals.
After leaving Vanguard, Ty launched his practice as a financial advisor. He built on his foundation of investment knowledge from Vanguard by adding in the comprehensive financial planning process that puts the client first and foremost. Ty serves a very diverse clientele by offering each client a plan uniquely crafted to meet their goals and objectives. After building his practice, in 2017 Ty created Pegasus Financial Planning. His vision was to create a firm where advisors worked together to focus on educating and serving their client while following the fiduciary standard.
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Change is everywhere! How do we deal with it in the workplace? How does it show up when we are stressed as a result of change? How can we be prepared and show up as our best when our best is necessary? Join Mary, Cooper and one of our wonderful Sweet But Fearless mentors, Althea Jones, as we discuss our perspective on each of these questions and more! (Please excuse some of the technical difficulties. Our wonderful post producer did his best to remove the crackling, but unfortunately, it's still in part of the recording.)
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Landing your dream job may seem like an impossibility. There are unseen obstacles that can inspire fear. The job landscape and interviewing processes are evolving as the world evolves. Super Julie (SJ) Braun and her company Super Purposes mentor people to navigate this complex landscape and win the job. Join Cooper and Mary as they talk with SJ about a recipe for succeeding in the career search.
Super Julie Braun, also known as SJ, is the CEO and founder of Super Purposes™. After having highly successful professions in corporate America, SJ found her calling in helping millions of people grow and attain the careers of their dreams. With decades of experience as a career coach and remote expert, SJ has been educating people through hundreds of interviews on radio, podcasts, and live broadcasts. Her quirky sense of humor, step-by-step recipes, and memorable storytelling is what sets her apart. “Everyone deserves to have the career they desire.”
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The pandemic forced many of us to work in a different manner. We didn’t expect it…. But we did it. We were nimble, we were adaptive, and somehow, we moved into this new way of doing business as a matter of necessity. It wasn’t planned… it was simply done. We wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of those leadership skills that we used to succeed and talk about how we may have had to adjust and enhance some of those skills to be successful in this new world.
Join Gale, Cooper and Mary as they discuss challenges that leaders may now face post pandemic. We are here to discuss leadership paradox, what it means but also how you can either uncover or acquire the skill and demonstrate these capabilities, not to check a box, but to serve better and lead better.
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Do you have an impactful personal brand? The type of brand that makes an impact on people as soon as they see you? Personal Brand expert, Claire Bahn, has perfected the art of making an IMMEDIATE and long-standing impression. Join Cooper and Mary as they discuss with Claire her secret to personal brand!
Claire Bahn is a personal brand strategist and the CEO and Founder of Claire Bahn Group. For over ten years, she has been helping high-achieving CEOs, executives, investors, and founders maximize their authority and influence to accelerate business growth and gain the recognition they deserve.
As an entrepreneur and influencer with over 70k+ followers, she learned the importance of creating and curating a personal brand that magnetizes opportunities and boosts visibility. Her mission is to help others leverage their personal brand to develop the authority, influence, and trust they need to exceed their career and life goals.
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Why are women not promoted as often as men? There can be various reasons why women are not promoted as much or as quickly… Some reasons may be biased, both unconscious and conscious, and some may a choice to self select out of the career promotional journey. Some may choose the mommy track, time off for taking care of loved ones, or other reasons. Cooper, Mary and Gale discuss some of these reasons… and you may be surprised at some of the unintended consequences of innocent actions.
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Emotional Intelligence (aka EQ). What is it? Do I have it? Do I need it? The term “Emotional Intelligence” became popular in the mid-90s and came to represent the theory that our ability to identify and assess social and behavioral cues in ourselves and others is the single largest predictor of our success in the workplace.
Dr. Heather Williamson, the founder of Transformation Group and best-selling author, took her experience working for a bad boss with low Emotional Intelligence and transformed herself by leaving the corporate world to work with leaders to teach them what not to do and how to create magnetic trust. For the past thirteen years, she has worked with a diverse array of clients in an effort to provide the highest quality executive coaching so her clients create high-performing teams.
In her best-seller, “Magnetic Trust: How Great Leaders Keep Top Performers and Get Extraordinary Results” she highlights her mission to work with business owners, managers, and CEOs to help them understand why employee trust is important in business and important in attracting, and keeping, their high performing talent.
Her Magnetic Trust Rules:
- Be Authentic
- Be Predictable
- Be Transparent
- Exhibit Ethics
- Communicate, Communicate, Communicate
- Own it, Don’t Blame it
- Show Competence
- Don’t Play Favorites
As a performance management and organizational development expert, Dr. Heather shares with us how Emotional Intelligence plays a vital role in being a strong leader, how to recognize EI within ourselves and our co-workers, and the top three things we can focus on right now to be strong leaders with a high EI.
Books to add to your TBR table!
Magnetic Trust: How Great Leaders Keep Top Performers and Get Extraordinary Results – Heather Williamson
Creating Magic: 10 Common Sense Leadership Strategies From a Life at Disney – Lee Cockerell
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team – Patrick Lencioni
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As we close out the first Season of Confidence, we look back at why confidence plays such a pivotable role in our career and look forward to our next season, the Season of Career. As they say, “As is our confidence, so is our capacity.” Proving that confidence in ourselves can be powerful, we look to take the next step and bring confidence into our career objectives. As we continue forward, our Season of Career guests (like all our past guests) offer incredible insight and action steps.
We’ll cover topics from a leader’s perspective:
- How to lead leaders
- How to gain clarity and focus on your career objectives
- How to fail like a boss
- Focusing on which activities generate the greatest impact in your career
- How to stop mistaking IQ for EQ
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Sometimes life throws us curve-balls and we don’t think we will ever be able to bounce back. This happened to Mia Taylor and with strength and a lot of support, she found a way to overcome a gap. Through a journey to better understand herself, she gave herself permission to step away and come back when the time was right.. Join Cooper and Mary while they visit with Mia Taylor and discuss her story and our belief that a gap is not a negative!
Mia has interviewed some amazing people and through the many conversations, she has learned most from those who are making a difference in this world and living their lives with grace and poise and dignity.
Mia Taylor is an award-winning journalist whose two-decade long career has included receiving nine awards from the North American Travel Journalists Association for coverage of wildlife conservation, sustainable travel, and climate change. She was also among a team of KPBS reporters who received the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism in 2011.
Her career highlights include working as a staff writer for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the San Diego-Union Tribune, and now for one of the largest magazine publishers in the country, Meredith Corporation, where she writes about personal finance for four of their leading titles: Better Homes & Gardens; Real Simple; Parents; and Health magazines. Mia specializes in writing about women and personal finance, and specifically the challenges single parents face.
Her work has also appeared in TravelAge West, The Boston Globe, Westways Magazine and on MSN Money and MSN Travel.
Mia is also currently writing her first book titled: Single Moms Saving the World: Success Stories in Business Leadership, Social Activism, and Personal Finance.
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Being spontaneous or going with the flow can be fun attributes! BUT when we want to get closer to a goal or an accomplishment, it can really make a difference if you make a plan. Join Cooper and Mary talk about the benefits of creating a plan and all about different ways to make the plan, hold yourself accountable and achieve those goals!
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Have you ever felt under-utilized in your job? That happened to Dr. Nicole Tschierske and the experience inspired her to hire a coach. That career coach inspired her to find ways to try new things and ultimately she wanted to offer the same experience to others which then led to her own coaching career.
Dr. Nicole firmly believes that having a thought partner, talking through challenges and brainstorming with others can make a difference. She helps people to reduce what sucks your energy and then find ways to get into the zone by having a sense of purpose.
Nicole holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and a number of certifications in coaching and Positive Psychology. She uses all that knowledge and her analytical skills to help her clients create strategic plans that are easy to put into action.
Dr. Nicole helps women in science and tech become recognized go-to experts in their company. If you want to progress without burning out, Nicole can help you develop your professional and leadership skills so you gain the respect of your colleagues and senior management, enjoy the work you do, and feel proud of your achievements. That way, you can confidently unlock new opportunities for yourself and make a bigger impact.
To learn more about Dr. Nicole and what she offers, please visit her website at https://intoactioncoaching.de/
When asked about if she recommends any books, she shared this gem:
A Dog's Purpose: A Novel For Humans
https://www.thirdplacebooks.com/book/9780765388100
** We apologize for the echo in the podcast. Dr. Nicole was in Germany during our conversation and unfortunately our technology gifted us with an echo in the tape.
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How do you feel about negotiating for your future? 60% of first time job seekers do not negotiate their salary. Could you be earning more? You can and you should ask for more money! There are ways to do it in a professional way, and many companies actually EXPECT candidates to negotiate for more.
Be less fearful of negotiating and be MORE fearful of being underpaid! Cooper and Mary discuss a few tips and tales directly from the negotiating table!
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As we celebrate Women’s Veteran’s Day and July 4th, we highlight a remarkable Former US Navy Officer, the wife of a current Active Duty Navy Officer and a mom, Alison (Ali) Maruca. Ali shares her experience as an officer and her transition to serving in the Reserves and as a civilian. “If you lead from a place of compassion and understanding and building relationships, that is going to make you the most successful.”
Now, as a Public Affairs Officer in the Reserves, she still has the opportunity to support those in Active Duty Life. Join Mary and Cooper as they visit with Ali and hear how she continues to stretch herself to be her best self!
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Say the words, "office politics," and most of us have an immediate negative reaction. But why is that? And how can we change our mindset? It all starts with our perspective. If you think about it, office politics is about relationship building, being aware of the corporate culture, and being self-aware.
Often, office politics can be thought of as backstabbing or "sucking up" to a boss or people spreading rumors, but office politics may be more than that... they can also be career defining. In every organization, there is some version of politics. Make the choice to practice "good" politics vs. "bad" politics and it may make a difference in how people see you as a vital part of the organization.
Listen to our latest podcast and let us know what you think about office politics!
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Are you getting everything you can out of life? Cory Chadwick would challenge each of us to ask ourselves if we are truly living our 10, or like much of the world, are we settling for a 6 or 7? Listen in on a conversation with Mary and Cory speaking of a personal challenge that Cory gave himself after some really tough times in life. He had an epiphany and realized that while he was doing "well," he didn't want to settle. He founded the Mental Gym which helps to upgrade your mindset and build habits to consistently focus on certain must-have ingredients for Living Your 10.
This is another thought-provoking and inspiring conversation, enjoy!
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Today we’re going to discuss both sided of the debate on whether “leaders born or taught….or maybe a little of both?” Business and academic circles generally fall on one side of the debate and then there’s the group that believes leaders are born and feels that certain innate traits are needed in order to develop into an outstanding leader when circumstances present themselves. The group that believes that leaders are "made" argue that training, hard work, and experiences result in the development of outstanding leaders. But the answer may lie with a combination of both.
When you look at what makes a strong leader, the ability to effectively lead, motivate, and direct a group of people – whether it is in business or sports - requires a very complex set of skills, mostly acquired through experiences, self-development as well as access to additional training.
Join us as we discuss what this may mean for all of us aspiring to be great leaders!
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Have you ever asked yourself that question? Perhaps you've attained that dream job, but for some reason, it just doesn't seem to be everything that you thought it would be. Maybe you're feeling stuck and you'd just like to hear a little something that might help you move past that hopeless feeling.
Enter our next wonderful interview conversation with Cooper and author, CEO and coach, Ruth Kudzi. As the author of the book, 'Is This It? A Smart Woman's Guide to Finding Work You Love,' Ruth believes that being fearless in the face of the unknown is about harnessing resilience, and in this podcast, Ruth shares ways that listeners can dig into their own power to find their 'sweet but fearless' road map for the way ahead.
More about Ruth:
Ruth Kudzi is a MCC accredited and award-winning coach, coach trainer, business mentor, speaker and best-selling author.
She is the CEO of two successful companies: A coaching and mentoring business helping entrepreneurs build and develop their businesses and a coach training school which helps people to train as certified coaches and develop their coaching skills.
She combines her background in sales and school leadership and education with over 25 years of study of Psychology and Neuroscience including MA in Psychology & Education, BA in Psychology & Management, PGCERT in Coaching (Psychology), PGCE in Business Education and numerous coaching qualifications including diplomas in Neuroscience, Positive Psychology, NLP, Performance Coaching and Business Coaching. She is a DISC L3 accredited trainer, a Spiral Energy Coach and is working towards her NLP Master Practitioner.
Her coaching business is well regarded and successful and she has been featured in The Guardian, Vogue, Psychologies, Good Housekeeping, ITV, Women & Home Times Radio, spoken at NatWest, UCL, Allbright and General Assembly.
She is passionate about evidence-based approaches to coaching and personal development and helping people integrate their learning so they can live purposeful lives and run successful businesses.
Here is the link to Ruth's book:
https://www.amazon.com/This-Smart-Womans-Guide-Finding-ebook/dp/B07GGYPCRJ
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Cooper, Gale and Mary are together talking about the one part of the "art" of leadership. What does it take to get to the next level in leadership? It's often the softer side of leadership skills.
With fewer promotions and pay raises coming towards us ladies in the workforce, we have to be thoughtful of how to upgrade and hone all of our skills and that includes our softer side! Tune in and hear what leaders consider in potential candidates to join them at the higher ranks.
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Dr. Alaina Szlachta is an entrepreneur with a deep understanding of education, adult learning and professional development. In her own experiences, she enjoyed a series of "mini-journeys." Magical moments were born from pushing herself to difficult ends, and Mary chats with her about how she challenged herself to new and different pursuits time and again.
Here is a bit more about Dr. Alaina....
"After working in the rigorous worlds of academic research, interdisciplinary teaching and corporate training, I realized there was a better way to curate education, learning, and professional development.
I believe education exists to insight change, and there is not enough educational programming that actually changes behavior in a positive way. I am devoting the skills I’ve acquired as a doctor of education, former professional competitive public speaker, teacher of higher education, corporate trainer, instructional designer, program manager, and researcher to help entrepreneurs share their unique gifts and expertise - through learning. I am committed to changing the way we all experience learning!
My unique gift is “developing something from nothing,” generating new strategic learning solutions for entrepreneurs and small businesses. I have proudly served industry experts in higher education, diversity and inclusion, finance, victim services, real estate, healthcare, and software development."
You can learn more about here and her company BY DESIGN DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS here https://www.bydesigndevelopmentsolutions.com/ especially if you are looking for help transforming your accomplishments or your own success blueprint into a repeatable educational process!
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Cooper and Gale talk about the special ingredient that propels people further to success. Self-awareness is not only critical for your personal progress, but for your professional progress as well. By being self-aware you’ll know your strengths, your weaknesses, how others view you, and make you a better leader.
It's a two-pronged process - one, obviously is the internal, taking that deep look into who you are, what makes you you, what values do you hold true. And then there’s the external component, getting feedback from others.
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Reinvention Specialist, Patricia (Tricia) Call, shares with us why it is necessary to "Change it Up" when try to work on ourselves. Changing roles can be stressful. Tricia is an expert with identification of barriers that may be holding us back.... and she has a method to help us reinvent. She speaks of her passion for a look at your entire life and being. Discussing this with Mary and Cooper, they also talk about the Glass Ceiling and the Gray Ceiling and what it may take to break through.
Tricia is launching her new Change It Up 5 Day Transformation Challenge which inspires action if you find yourself seeking that opportunity to reinvent yourself!
Here's a bit more about Tricia.... Tricia Call grew up in Northern Utah on a dairy farm with purebred Jersey cows – she was her father’s hay-hauling buddy before she was 4 years old – she drove the tractor in first gear by standing up to the steering wheel and guiding it between the rows of bails while her dad loaded the wagon.
She started playing the piano by ear when she was 4, figuring out to play the songs on the radio or television. By the time she was in college, she was in a rock band, singing in a faith-based choir. She
worked her way through college, both in her band, and as a secretary in the electrical engineering and space sciences departments on campus. During her last year of school, she met her husband Kelly in the faith-based singing group. Eventually he began a holistic healing practice as a rehab massage therapist.
Tricia traversed the career field from secondary education to printing to journalism and ad sales, to public relations and sales. Sales led her to hire her first coach. She’s passionate about helping people find their personal pivot to financial security, fabulous relationships and extraordinary health – not in that order.
A summary of her life lessons:
"I learned all sorts of lessons about work, life and death, prayer, adversity, alcoholism, trauma, and that was the life school God put me into in order to grow into the work I’m doing now in helping women take on adversity and become alchemists – changing lead to gold; a layoff into a step up or into a dream career; a divorce into a fantastic relationship with oneself first, then you’ll have the capacity to allow others to be and grow into people that they love as well. Adversity alchemy is contagious!
I saw the flaws in the imbalance and conflict in the idea that “only one wears the pants”. I saw marriage as a partnership. And before I accepted a marriage proposal, I had to know he would see it that way too.
Figuring out things on your own is one way to get things done – but if you want proficiency, you get a teacher – a coach – an expert in teaching you HOW to practice as well as how to advance your skills.
The best time to deal with a crisis is BEFORE the crisis. Why do we wait until we go off the cliff of a layoff, of a divorce, of a death, to build exit ramps that allow us to process these challenges through preparation? Why does it take us being pummeled before we find that internal “I WANT TO LIVE!” switch? I would love nothing better than to be working with women before the crisis to find their come back. “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is today!” So if you haven’t worked to build an exit ramp and you find yourself in freefall, take the risk you’re scared to take and let’s work together!"
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Oh, so often we have wished we could get into the mind of that all-important HR Professional, the recruiter! They can be the gateway into your dream job.
Mary sat down with Kristina Butler, a client-focused HR professional with more than 10 years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience across multiple industries with a focus on DEI, organizational growth, the candidate experience, and process improvement. Kristina currently works as a D&I Business Partner with a focus on Leadership Recruiting. She's a native New Yorker who now calls North Carolina home. As a mom of 2, she knows how hard it can be to find your place, but she has fantastic tips on how to grow and show the confidence which can be the "it" factor sparks interest in a recruiter.
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It's Financial Literacy Month and that is something very near and dear to our hearts! It's never too late to dive a little deeper into your finances and think about things that can keep us aware about what is going on in our financial lives. With these 5 pillars of Financial Knowledge, each of us will be better armed to do the things we love to do , even if it costs a little bit of money. :)
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They always say that "Success Leaves Clues." Bill Stainton is a Sweet But Fearless ally who is leaving clues all over the place.... he has experienced success in so many extraordinary ways.... and he's taking the time to talk to Mary and Cooper about the innovation and creative thinking needed for career transformation. Sit back and enjoy this special conversation with a special person with great energy, many talents and an adventurous soul.
Bill Stainton, CSP, CPAE is a 29-time Emmy Award winner and a Hall of Fame keynote speaker. As the Executive Producer of Seattle’s legendary comedy TV show Almost Live!, he led his innovative team to over 100 Emmy Awards of their own, and ten straight years of #1 ratings. Along the way, he worked with—and learned from—people like Jerry Seinfeld, Ellen DeGeneres, and Bill Nye the Science Guy.
Bill is the author of The Executive Producer, Lead Like the Beatles, and The Innovation Blueprint, has been cited in Forbes and The Wall Street Journal, and has been a regular columnist for Seattle Business magazine. He’s written hundreds of articles on the topics of Innovation and Creativity, Leadership, and Producing Under Pressure, in addition to authoring nine corporate training programs on subjects like Customer Service, Office Politics, and Employee Engagement. He has also written for HBO, Comedy Central, and The Tonight Show. His first book, The 5 Best Decisions the
Beatles Ever Made, has been used in the business courses of several colleges and universities. Bill has also taught Leadership at the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business and Elizabethtown College in Pennsylvania, and Comedy Writing at the University of Michigan.
Professionally, Bill is a CSP (Certified Speaking Professional), the speaking industry’s highest earned international measure of excellence. Fewer than 5% of professional speakers worldwide have achieved this designation. And in 2019, Bill was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame, joining fewer than 190 speakers in the world in this exclusive club.
All of this from a guy who grew up behind a dairy farm in the Amish countryside of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A strange start, perhaps, for someone who then spent 20 years in television, rubbing shoulders with celebrities and rock stars (he’s played drums with members of Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and the Who). But it all comes together on stage, where Bill brings his unique life experience to every customized program.
Bill is passionate about innovation and creative thinking. He has helped thousands of people in hundreds of organizations—like Microsoft, Boeing, and Nike—generate breakthrough ideas by tapping into their own natural creativity and innovation.
On a personal note, Bill is also a pilot and a musician, although rarely at the same time.
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There is so much buzz around the Post Covid workplace... What it will look like? What types of jobs are going to be out there? Who will benefit from the workforce transformations?
We know that women have disproportionately been displaced during the pandemic. Some left voluntarily and some were voluntold.... but in either case, we can take control of our own careers, our and choose to continue growing our skills to be considered for the next level up.
Join Cooper, Gale and Mary as we chat about how we can set ourselves up for success ad further our journey into self awareness.
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We have another FEARLESS lady sharing her story.... and it's all about true passion for putting the pieces of a puzzle together to tell a story in the ultimate way.... through the film industry. Kaila York has a fascinating conversation with Cooper on what brought her to this awesome place as an Executive Producer, Director, and more. Most recently, in 2020, the film Sightless in which Kaila produced, was #3 in the WORLD. Did you catch it? See it on Netflix!!
Kaila has worked for a variety of entertainment companies including Genesis Literary Agency, Paradigm Talent Agency, and Martin Chase Productions. Kaila formed Headlong Entertainment, a production and literary management company, in 2007. She has represented film and television writers and directors working in all genres. Under Headlong’s banner, Kaila has produced thirteen films and has developed and sold both scripted and unscripted television.
In 2010, Kaila produced the independent horror film GREYSTONE PARK, Sean Stone’s directorial debut.
Among other credits, Kaila produced HIGHLY FUNCTIONAL starring Bruce Campbell and Annabeth Gish, which was filmed in Canada and New Mexico. In 2016, she executive produced KILL RATIO with TomHopper (Black Sails), shot in Ireland, and THE LAST HEIST starring Henry Rollins. She produced MY DAUGHTER IS MISSING, filmed in Belgrade, Serbia for MarVista Entertainment. After a festival run, this film was distributed on Lifetime Television and Amazon Prime. Since then, she’s produced five more independent features in association with MarVista Entertainment. In the fall of 2018, Kaila directed her first feature film, NO PLACE LIKE HOME, produced by Benattar/Thomas Productions. The film stars Stacy Haiduk, Kelly Kruger, and Anne Leighton. As of July 2019, she’s just wrapped her second feature film as director.
In her spare time, Kaila works with various film festivals presenting panels on topics such as independent filmmaking, film financing, to successful pitching. She’s been a speaker at the Savannah Film Festival, Willamette Writers Conference, Hedgebrook Masterclass, and the Fairhope Film Festival. She is on the advisory board of the aTVfest (Atlanta Television Festival) hosted by the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).
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Do people see you as having confidence? How do you help them see the confidence that is brewing underneath the surface? Confidence shows itself in many ways.... and so does the lack of confidence. Which are you portraying? Consider some strategies to strengthen your image of confidence. Develop that confidence muscle with specific habits, and learn about a wonderful new tool to get you on the right path!
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Nikki Malcom has found a way to Awaken her Fierce Power. She's a connector, a life coach, a sales coach and much more. Mary chats with her about almost dying multiple times and wanting to live life full out.
Nikki grew up in a house where my parents had a toxic abusive relationship until they moved to Washington when she was 11. Nikki dropped out of high school at 15 and unfortunately got into an abusive relationship, going right into marriage and then divorce by the time she was 18.
Then she hit a turning point in her life. She entered the aerospace industry via a temp agency and LOVED it. She worked my way up the ladder and changed companies a few times. She found the right partner and married her husband and has been happily married for almost 18 years! She joined the board for the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance almost 5 years ago and is now serving as the board chair in her 3rd year. In October of 2020, she decided to create her own business which is part life coaching, sales coaching and independent sales rep for a few aerospace companies.
Nikki is launching her first course, entitled the same as this podcast, "From Burned Out to Fired Up, How to Awaken Your Fierce Power" on March 20th. Enjoy Nikki's magnetic personality as she shares parts of her story in her own Fearless way. Her website is https://nfmenterprises.com/about.
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Authority is a composition of so many things. Mary and Cooper discuss authority that is developed in women in their careers and in their lives. They speak of confidence being intrinsic and extrinsic, the "anit-mentor," and how to build your authority confidence. This discussion is with Stacy Engle who has created a newly incubated flagship experience for business owners and entrepreneurs called the Authority Lab™. And this week.... Stacey launches her new free mini-class on Owning Your Authority. Listen in to get a preview of this discussion around confidence and authority!
Here is a little more on Stacey...
Stacey Engle recently launched her company, staceyengle.com, to share tools and opportunities for individuals, leaders, and entrepreneurs to elevate their careers and businesses for greater impact. Specialties are building brand and industry authority for leaders and organizations, pivoting in times of change, and tapping into new levels of leadership and possibility. Growth is achieved through facilitated experiences, consulting, and leadership coaching.
Prior to her entrepreneurial ventures, for over ten years, Stacey Engle was a key driver and senior leader in double-digit growth with Fierce Conversations, a global training and leadership development company that works with organizations of all shapes and sizes, including Capital One, Wal-Mart, Coca-Cola, and Verizon. Her leadership was instrumental in busting many glass and revenue ceilings in the industry, notably increasing the company’s sales by 30% in 2018. Over the years, she helped land the company on Inc.’s 5000 list and received consecutive Best Places to Work & Design awards. At 33 years old, after building go-to market strategies, she was selected as the company’s President where she led cultural and digital transformation efforts to prepare the company for its next chapter.
She is a sought-after expert on a myriad of issues that affect the workplace today and her ideas and opinions have been featured in Forbes, Fortune, CNBC & Fast Company, among other outlets. Stacey understands the need to invest in your team and yourself to make a lasting difference. As a leader, she
encourages genuine connections and brings a people-first mentality to every interaction.
Stacey’s passion extends beyond the workplace, serving on community boards and offering pro-bono work with the University of Washington, various arts organizations, and community initiatives. She has been awarded the Outstanding Alumni Mentor Award from the University of Washington with her work in founding a professional development board that connects students with transformational experiences from workshops to global opportunities. She currently serves on the board of Take the Lead, a national nonprofit/social organization, that develops and inspires women to take their fair and equal share of leadership positions across all sectors by 2025.
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Join us, the 3 co-founders, Cooper, Mary and Gale, as we do our first podcast together in the same location! As we close up our first season of the podcast, which we are calling the Season of Change due to ALL of the changes that we needed to embrace during this crazy pandemic.... we start to introduce our upcoming Season.... this will be the Season of Confidence. Why Confidence? Because as we prepare to acclimate ourselves to this new hybrid world "post" COVID, we will all need to present the very best of ourselves. So, listen in, and hear us wrap up one season and begin to transition to our next!
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Andrea Dora Smith has lived the true life of an artist, from working hard to earn gigs as “talent” to making a name for herself on Broadway! Andrea talks about how she defines herself, how she was inspired to help others which led her to multiple streams of income and a career transformation which includes entrepreneurship. AND…. We have a special bonus at the end, where Andrea will showcase her beautiful voice.
To share more information about Andrea, here is a brief bio:
Andrea Dora Smith is from Kansas City Missouri. She began her career as a Broadway and regional theatre performer. Her last Broadway show was Motown the Musical on Broadway where Andrea originated her role. At the same time Andrea pursued establishing her wedding band, The Hudson Project which traveled the world performing at private events and weddings. Andrea soon discovered that her passion for Broadway transitioned into a passion for live events and weddings and she formed The Band Method. The Band Method is a collective of bands, DJ's and small musical groups. Andrea loves donating her time to attending speaking engagements as a Planned Parenthood spokesperson and she has donated her time and music services to Change For Kids, a program in New York City helping create activities within the inner city school system for underprivileged children. Andrea is a Mother and Wife and enjoys spending quality time hiking with her family. www.thebandmethod.com
For a long time Andrea was "the talent", she followed directions and worked hard as a theatre performer to find out that her position was always expendable and gave her no security. Andrea wanted to take her life into her own hands and decided she would start her own business but the first step was the hardest, simply convincing herself that she could do it. She aligned herself with supportive friends and family and didn't focus on every detail at the beginning- instead she took one day at a time, one goal at a time. Being a woman of color, Andrea wasn't given the same opportunities as her counterparts and she is one of a few minority woman owned event and wedding entertainment business owners but that hasn't stopped her. Andrea has moved at her own speed, networking and growing her business but not forgetting the main focus, supporting other musicians and artists. Andrea has proved that when you work for your passion and are able to do that while helping others succeed that there is nowhere to go but up!
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Mary continues her conversation with 3 impressive young professionals, Monica, Rosalie and Joe. As a reminder, Monica, was one of the youngest distillery managers in the country, leading the operations to craft some of the best vodkas and gins around, Rosalie is a passionate advocate while also pursuing a future in law and Joe is focused partner-tracked CPA making a difference in his industry. On this half of the conversation, they speak of mindset, challenges and having an eye to the future while making a difference.
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Career choices can be right on track with what you "planned" on doing... or you may end up on an unexpected detour. Join Mary as she speaks with 3 impressive young professionals, Monica, Rosalie and Joe. Monica, was one of the youngest distillery managers in the country, leading the operations to craft some of the best vodkas and gins around... I"m sure you have a few of them in your own liquor cabinets! Rosalie is an advocate, that means she knows how to balance her political activism, her community service and her academic rigger. And Joe is a collegiate athlete, turned partner-tracked CPA making a difference in his industry. They have a fun, spirited conversation about career transitions, mentorships and the give and take of it all.
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Gale has a confession to make... social media is not her friend... and because of that, she's missing out on a networking opportunities. Mary and Cooper give her some suggestions to take her LinkedIn profile to the next level. Maybe there are some tips and thoughts that will help you too!
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Mary has a "fireside chat" with her close friend, Althea Mathews Jones, a passionate learner with an interesting and varied background. Althea epitomizes the belief of self-awareness and shows what you can accomplish when you believe in yourself!
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There are 3 things that REALLY make you stand out when you are competing for a job. Win that next step in your career by doing the work to be making a unique impression. Cooper, Gale and Mary talk about what it really takes... and they invite you to join their "Your Winning Interview Strategy" course.
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Don't miss this inspiring podcast as Mary connects with a friend who knows how to BE FEARLESS... in fact, she wrote the book on it! Jane Egerton-Idehen is a ladies' heroine who has found her way from the slums of Nigeria to being a well-known influential woman who lifts up other women. Jane emphasizes self-awareness, authentic self and the value of having a coach mentor. We all know that there are many challenges to being a successful woman... listen as Jane speaks about her path and how she confronted those challenges.
Be inspired! Get Jane's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Fearless-Give-Yourself-Permission/dp/1734573201
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The pursuit of perfection can be an amazing strength, but it can also become a barrier to success. Perfection can make you strive for your greatest heights, while also defeating you emotionally if you can't quite get there. None of this is productive, especially when going through a career transition. Let's talk about the pursuit of EXCELLENCE instead of PERFECTION!
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Do you miss your “hum?” That feeling that everything is going just right… that you are in your zone…. That you are at your very best? Covid has created some challenges and some opportunities and among them, we recognize the true need to stretch ourselves and become better.
Listen in as Cooper, Gale and Mary talk through different ways to get that feeling back…. What are YOU planning as we move into 2021? New goals? New Plans? New resolutions?
Let’s do this together and hold each other accountable for greatness in 2021!
References from the podcast:
www.futureme.org – write yourself a letter in the future!
Shonda Rhimes: My year of saying yes to everything | TED Talk – This is the amazing Ted Talk where Shonda Rhimes talks about finding her “hum!”
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/11/04/these-are-the-5-most-valuable-skills-to-learn-right-now-says-futuristand-where-to-find-free-online-courses.html) – article from futurist, Scott Steinberg
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Happy holidays!!
In one of our former interviews, Paulina Sepulveda shared her philosophy on life.... and part of that was to "Keep Calm and Have Gratitude." We wholeheartedly agree! It’s that time of year, and we just want to reflect on our personal gratitude.
Together, the three Sweet but Fearless founding ladies answer the question, “Which parts of my journey through adulthood am I most thankful for?” Each has a slightly different story with a common thread. Through it all…. We share a great deal of appreciation for the foundation in our lives. Listen in…. and share your own gratitude in the Facebook group!
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For some, 2020 was a really tough year…. And for others, it was a year of great growth and accomplishment. Cooper, Gale and Mary talk a bit about their challenges and their wins from the year…. And this leads them to a conversation about how to get our minds “right” as we move into 2021.
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Mary states in this podcast, “Women in the U.S. are 28% less likely than men to have a strong network…” Why is that? Is there a way to have more success in networking? This is a skill that is difficult for many people… maybe you’re an introvert… or maybe you just don’t know what to say…. Or maybe it’s hit or miss and sometimes, you’re great at it, and other times, you feel like it was a huge waste of time. Join in our discussion for some thoughts on upping the ante in the networking game.
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You’ve made it past the tough questions… now it’s YOUR turn to ask the interviewer questions…. What should you ask? Cooper, Gale and Mary talk about what they like to hear from candidates as the interview winds down …. And they discuss some best practices on following up. Continue to differentiate yourself from others even after the interviewer asks you questions!
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Do you get nervous when it’s time for that important interview? Do you feel like you “take a your best shot” at answering questions and then hope that you stand out? In this podcast, you’ll hear a suggested structure for answering interview questions that makes your response more comprehensive. Learn the “funnel response” technique and the 4 steps to separate you from the other candidates.
In the Sweet but Fearless website, you’ll find a takeaway with the top 5 interview questions, with a worksheet on tackling them using the funnel response. For this and other helpful articles and resources about change, confidence and careers, please visit www.sweetbutfearless.com
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Are you in career transition? Looking for a new job? Join the Sweet But Fearless team as they discuss matching your own personal values with a company that will be a great fit for you. How do you avoid “falling into” a job that might not fit? Listen in and hear some of their thoughts around self-reflection, research and finding the right mix for you.
A great free resource to get insight on your own personality is here… https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/personality/start.php
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Is it time for a change in your career? Or maybe, you are being forced to say good-bye to your current role… Or are you looking for a new adventure in work? Time to look at the past year and look ahead into the future.
Join Cooper, Gale and Mary as they chat about evaluating where you currently stand and how to consider other possibilities. They provide some thoughts around how to evaluate where you are…. And then share a free download called the Progress Tracker to help inspire self-reflection and action.
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Cooper and Mary discuss the Burr-esque (a la Hamilton) desire to WAIT until the time is “right” to make a decision. With so many things happening in the current world, there are ways to fine tune your decisions and move on them if the time is right…. (even if you’re not sure if the time IS right!). Enjoy their discussion and download a helpful takeaway to assist in Chronic Caution. The takeaway is available on the Podcast page of our website under Show Notes for Chronic Caution.
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In this short episode, Mary and Gale will introduce you to the wonderful workshop available for free to their listeners. The Google created #IamRemarkable workshop was created to help individuals find their voice for self-promotion. Learn more about this 90 minute facilitated program online.
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In this episode, Mary will chat with Paulina Sepulveda, a 15 year licensed Financial Services veteran with leadership experience. She is the leader of a networking Women’s Consortium which includes women from competing financial firms and has recently been the lead for a nationwide women’s network within her existing firm.
Mary and Paulina discuss the feelings and mindset when there is the possibility of a layoff, a reduction in force. In this current Covid environment, many people are facing the unknown with regards to their careers.
In addition to this podcast, we have a free takeaway to help you if you’re in a similar situation. Please go to www.sweetbutfearless.com for this resource and many other helpful articles and resources about change, confidence and careers.
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Welcome to Episode #2 of the Sweet but Fearless Podcast where Cooper, Gale and Mary share a little bit more about the focus of the podcast and how they hope to learn and serve with this successful women’s network.
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In this inaugural episode, Mary Sullivan, Gale Northrop, and Cooper Alexander give a brief intro about Sweet But Fearless. They introduce themselves, talk about this all came about and what they hope to share.
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