Selling In A Skirt

We've all been burned out at some point in our lives. Our stressful lives at home, at work, or both can sometimes have us at wit's end. Dealing with burnout is a big part of the discussion of the day with Dr. Tasha Holland-Kornegay. Tasha is a licensed professional counselor, entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker. Judy and Tasha talk a lot about burnout, the signs, symptoms, and how you can get over it. They also cover self-care, the importance of hugging yourself, and how one of Tasha's businesses honors her late grandma.    Connect with Tasha:    https://www.tashaguru.com/     https://www.tashaguru.com/margarets-box    https://www.instagram.com/wellnessinreallife_/?hl=en 

The old adage is there’s no such thing as bad publicity. While that may be true, how do get the attention of the media? Today’s guest will help you get noticed. Annie Pace Scranton joins Judy for the discussion of the day on getting your name out there. Annie knows how to do it. Not only does she run Pace Public Relations, she was a producer who booked for major networks like CNN, FOX News, CNBC, MSNBC & ABC. Annie gives practical ideas how to get the interview, how to stand out during an interview and how to be a repeat guest. The conversation also turns towards the importance of social media and authenticity in media. Connect with Annie: https://www.pacepublicrelations.com/

You can’t build a house without a foundation, and a foundation is key to a successful business as well. For today’s discussion of the day Monica Davis joins Judy to talk about preparation. Monica is an award-winning media mentor, trainer and brand narrative strategist. She’s worked with entrepreneurs and was listed along with big brands like AARP, Hilton, IBM and Pepsi in the Hermes awards. Preparation is not just for the Boy or Girl Scouts. Whether is preparing for a TV interview or brining your business dreams to reality, you need to be ready. Judy and Monica also talk about how they met and the difference between advertising and publicity.   Connect with Monica: https://www.secretstosuccessbooks.com/ https://www.exceptionalmediacoaching.com/

We all set goals, but are we setting ourselves up for frustration? Not according to today’s guest. Connie Benjamin joins Judy for the discussion of the day. Connie created My Fire Within, a system that helps women live with purpose, prosperity and create passionate relationships. Connie explains the inspiration and motivation behind her book and system. She even goes through what each letter of FIRE stands for. Connie and Judy also talk about the importance of finding harmony, but not necessarily balance. They also talk about the importance of connection at all times, not just during the pandemic. Connect with Connie: https://www.myfirewithin.com/freebook

How do you deal with stress? Stress is something everyone deals with, but few of us handle it the right way. Angela Ficken joins the discussion of the day on stress. Angela is a full-time psychotherapist in private practice who writes on many popular websites and is often quoted in media. Angela and Judy not only define stress, but they deal with all the stress we’re all dealing with during the pandemic. Angela says we need to divide our days into slivers, not chunks, and think of your day as a conveyor belt. Listen in to hear how it works. She also had some practical ideas on how to change your mindset. Besides an insightful discussion, Angela also has several gifts for Selling in a Skirt listeners. Follow the links below. Get Angela’s Quarantine Skills Kit: http://bit.ly/your-quarantine-kit Get Angela’s Ultimate Stress Buster: http://bit.ly/your-stress-reliever Contact Angela: https://www.progresswellness.com/

There’s a difference between talking and speaking, do you know what it is? If you don’t then this discussion of the day with Jane M. Powers is for you. Jane is a public speaker, entrepreneur, and author. Jane and Judy talk about using your voice, the importance of authenticity and why women shouldn’t see sales as ‘icky’. Jane also talks about the power of a 17 ½ second “intromercial” over the standard “elevator pitch.” Jane also says you need structure and don’t be a copy-cat. Jane also has a special offer for you at the end of the show.  Connect with Jane: https://janempowers.kartra.com/page/bDr52 Let’s Talk Impact Event: https://www.letstalkimpact.com/

We all need mentors, whether we want to admit it or not. From the c-suite to the entry-level, its good to have a guide who’s “been there and done that.” However, it can be hard to find the right mentor. In this episode, Trish Tonaj joins Judy for the discussion of the day on mentorship. Trish is not only passionate about mentorship, but she also believes in the power of storytelling. Trish is a master coach, certified personal trainer, author, and speaker. Judy and Trish talk a lot about the importance of community, collaboration, lightbulb moments, and everyday superheroes in business and life.

Have you ever had a big idea and found out it wasn’t original until it was too late? Today’s guest deals with this all the time. Cheryl Hodgson is the founder of Brand Aide and Hodgson Legal, two companies that specialize in brand protection and copyright issues. During the discussion of the day Judy and Cheryl talk about the importance of networking, what people get wrong about branding and why it's important to realize ‘you don’t know, what you don’t know.’ Connect with Cheryl: https://brandaide.com/freegift/ or Cheryl@hodgsonlegal.com

We are stronger together, and you have to be open to learning. Wendy is a veteran of the financial services industry, and Andrea is a business coach and author. For the discussion of the day, all three women go beyond the difference between men and women. Wendy, Andrea, and Judy talk about women breaking through in male-dominated industries and why women trying to fit in as ‘just one of the boys’ isn’t the best way to find success. They trade stories about their experience in the financial industry and why the industry needs more female mentors to help younger women navigate the business. Connect with the Women’s Business Accelerator Mastermind: https://andreabullard.com/womens-mastermind-group/ Connect with Wendy: https://mywealthwisdom.com/ Connect with Andrea: https://andreabullard.com/

Men and women are different. Most people understand this, but many sales-people still have trouble navigating those differences. Madeline Pratt joins Judy for the discussion of the day on the differences between men and women but quickly turns to empowerment. Judy and Madeline also touch on pay equity, industry equity, and women in sales. Madeline is the Founder and CEO of Fearless in Training and spent her career serving as a business development leader for technology companies ranging from small start-ups to large publicity traded entities. Connect with Madeline: https://www.fearlessintraining.com/

Mindset is everything. While this may sound obvious, it’s not as easy as it sounds. Joining Judy for today’s discussion of the day is Jacob Roig, a business mindset and success coach. Not only has Jacob seen business success, he’s also a certified fire-walk instructor. Judy and Jacob talk about the differences between men and women when it comes to mindset, how your mindset stems back to childhood and the importance of action. Jacob says an idea is only a wish until you take action. One of the best ways to take action is to be present and take time for yourself. Connect with Jacob: https://www.jacobroig.com/

Culture may be a buzz word in businesses of all levels, but what does it mean? Today’s guest helps us not only define culture, but sheds some light on what it means for leaders, employees and the world outside the organization. Don Taylor is an executive coach, adjunct professor, public speaker and a retired Colonel who served in the United States Air Force. He’s also President of LifeWorxs, a firm helping companies get back to work safely during the pandemic. During the Discussion of the day Don talks about how “the bright light of corona” exposed some of the failings of our health care system. Hint: it has to do with culture. He also touches on the why of company culture is so important, why it’s easier to have a diverse workplace in the military and defines servant leadership.   Connect with Don: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dontaylortx/                              don@lifeworxs.com    

You always get more than you give back and today’s guest is living proof. Chicke Fitzgerald joins Judy for the discussion of the day on giving back. Chicke is the founder and CEO Solutionz Innovations and the Game Changer Network. During the interview Chicke and Judy talked about why all great leaders are givers and how Chicke worked giving into her business model. Chicke says it can be hard for some people can understand, but it actually makes her travel business more profitable. The conversation then turns to the importance of mentorship and the book that both women say inspired them to give back.     Connect with Chicke: https://chickefitzgerald.com/   

Leveling up doesn’t just happen in video games, you can do it too and today’s guests will help you do it. Pia and Gitzy own Inspired Results Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping high achievers & entrepreneurs who want to take their success to another level. During the discussion of the day Pia and Gitzy explain to Judy what leveling up is all about, how the power of imagination can help get you the life you want and how to avoid the imposter syndrome.   Connect with Pia & Gitzy: https://inspiredresultsconsulting.com/

Our world has become mindless, let’s try to be mindful. In an age of constant distractions being present can be hard in life and in business. Holly Duckworth joins Judy for the discussion of the day on being more mindful. Holly is a mindfulness expert and podcaster who helps stressed out leaders create peace, presence and profits. If you think mindfulness and sales don’t mix, you might want to listen up. It’s time to gain some new thoughts on ancient wisdom, because being present isn’t has hard as you think. Holly says your presence is your greatest present, so take a deep breath and be in the moment for this episode of Selling in a Skirt with Judy Hoberman. Connect with Holly: https://leadershipsolutionsintl.com/

Everyone has a story and every situation is a story. So, how do you use your story? Amy Evans joins Judy for the discussion of the day about storytelling, empowerment and growing your network. Amy and Judy both talked about getting personal on stage, how hard it is, and the good that can come from it. They also swap stories about their time in the insurance industry building relationships. Amy’s insurance experience inspired her to create AllignWomen, a growing leadership and networking organization for professional women allowing them to grow, nurture and leverage their professional relationships. Watch Judy’s Speech The Greatest Missed Opportunity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kgk-3QEM6tw   Connect with Amy at AllignWomen: https://alignwomen.org/ the AllignWomen Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/alignwomen and Colibri Insurance Services http://colibriins.com/

Today Cordelia Gaffar joins Judy for the discussion of the day centered on feeding your mind and body. Cordelia and Judy start with making the connection between between the food you eat, your mindset and the content you absorb everyday. Cordelia shares what words every woman needs to take out of her vocabulary, why we all need to get rid of our baggage and a trick to turn around love songs to help you get in the “happy bubble”. Your emotions are a muscle memory according to Cordelia. She says we need to acknowledge what happened in the past so we can move forward. She also talks about the importance of conscious eating together as a family, in silence, unplugged and unbothered by the real world. Connect with Cordelia: https://bit.ly/ReplenishandBoost https://www.cordeliagaffar.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReplenishMeGroup

We all have untapped potential, and today’s guest has made it her mission to help people tap into theirs. Gabrielle Leonard knows all about untapped potential. She went from a homeless teen to award winning corporate strategy coach and speaker. During the discussion of the day Gabrielle explains her Embrace, Embody and Empower program. Hint: Gabrielle says it has as much to do with how you see yourself in the future as you see yourself now. Gabrielle says you can’t “magically level up,” you have to take imperfect action to get the life that you want. Connect with Gabrielle: https://gabrielleleonard.com/                                     https://www.facebook.com/inspiredroyal                                    https://bit.ly/CoachingwithGabrielle

You might not think of sales as an act of love, but today’s guest wants to change your mind. Christine Schlonski joins Judy for the discussion of the day. Christine is the queen of sales success mindset and founder the Heart Sells! Podcast. Christine believes everyone can sell by being authentic and enjoy the journey. Christine and Judy talk about why women are turned off by sales, and how women are naturally wired for sales and may not even realize it. About Christine Schlonski: Christine works with heart-centered, driven entrepreneurs who love what they do but feel very uncomfortable when it comes to selling their products and services. She shows them how sell with ease, grace, and confidence, so they can redefine sales and create a life beyond their wildest dreams. Connect with Christine - https://christineschlonski.com/

Mastering the media midfield isn’t as hard as you think it is according to today’s guest will show you how. Kristin Marquet the founder of Marquet Media and FemFounder.co., joins Judy for the discussion of the day on marketing know-how for women entrepreneurs. Kristin offers practical information on when you need to hire a PR agency and why you might not need one. Kristin also offers her thoughts on why quality is more important than quantity when it comes to your social media strategy. If you’re looking for media placements, Kristin says like anything else, it’s all about building a relationship. Marquet Media: https://www.marquet-media.com/ FemFounder: https://www.femfounder.co/ About Kristin Marquet: Kristin Marquet, the Creative Director of Marquet Media, LLC., has forged successful partnerships with celebrity fashion designer and correspondent NV Nick Verreos; prestige hair care brand Briogeo; French accessory designer Mona Roussette; and many more. She has generated media placements in Wall Street Journal, The Today Show, Seventeen, Glamour, and ELLE magazines, Refinery29.com, and countless other outlets. She's also the founder of the media company, FemFounder.co. Passionate about learning, Kristin has advanced studies in data and marketing analytics. She also attended MIT, Boston University, and New York University and holds degrees in literature and marketing/public relations. She has contributed to Forbes.com, Inc.com, HuffingtonPost.com, Entrepreneur.com, and NYDailyNews.com. She is also author of "Publicity Jumpstart: 10 Ways to Get Your Brand into the Press".

Change is hard, but today’s guest says it doesn’t have to be. Monique DeMonaco is a business coach who bases her work in Brain-Science, Emotional Intelligence and joins Judy for this discussion. Monique shares the four universal reasons behind struggle, why we need to forget about the pre-determine roles and how your mind is actually fertile ground for change even if you don’t believe it. Monique not only also shares with Judy her powerful Delete-Delete technique, she uses a very tangible example you can start using right now.   Connect with Monique by texting UNLOCK to 66866 or e-mail Monique@coachmonique.com

Everybody learns a little bit differently and today’s guest is an expert in getting the most out of your team. Cheryl Johnson is a Performance Solution Specialist who has more than 20 years experience in coaching, learning and workplace training. With her pioneering attitude, Cheryl has made strong contributions in the areas of learning with an emphasis on behavioral change. Cheryl has been recognized as a leader in the architecture and design of interactive multimedia learning systems and strategies. She and Judy talk about the importance of learning, why there’s more to training than teaching people how to do something and how different generations approach the act of learning. Connect with Cheryl: https://www.ambitionquotient.com/                                  https://smartlearningforbusinesssuccess.com/       

When Julie Foucht decided she needed to take her coaching business seriously, she hired a high-end coach and learned to ‘market like a man.’ She doubled, then tripled her income in less than a year, but felt drained, uninspired and restless. Urged by Spirit, she embraced her essential ‘Womaness’ and birthed a new way, The Art of Feminine Marketing. Today, Julie teaches female coaches, teachers and healers who are frustrated with traditional marketing, how to build 6-figure businesses through the Art of Feminine Marketing. The discussion of the day goes well beyond the differences between marketing to men and women. Julie touches on how she uses her “wounding” experience to bond with clients, how she listens to her business and why she’s a coach who is always in need of coaching herself. Connect with Julie: https://juliefoucht.com/

Finances can be confusing and intimidating for anyone, but few firms realize it’s not a one size fits all business. Some see women as a niche, but both Arwen and Judy disagree. Through her business Becker Retirement Group Arwen and her husband Randy focus on retirement planning for women. While Arwen spent the last 20 years in retirement planning, she began holding her “women’s only” events just three years ago. Find out what she's learned, why the market is doing such a poor job working with women and why financial planning is important as ever...particularly for women. Contact Arwen: http://beckerretirement.com/radio.php

Even the introverts among us yearn for a sense of community and belonging. In this Episode of Selling in a Skirt Melanie Lightbourn-Rowe joins Judy to talk about the importance of being a part of something larger than yourself and living with purpose. Melanie and Judy also talk about Melanie’s uncanny knack for writing books. Melanie Lightbourn-Rowe, a native of Nassau, Bahamas, She has worked in the field of education for over twenty-two years from classroom teacher to Dean of Students. Melanie earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Studies from The Master’s College in Newhall, California. She also received a Master of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership Policies from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is the writer of three books: "STRiKE! - A Performing Arts Approach to Bullying", "Things I Wish You Knew" and her most recent book, "Am I Daddy's Girl?" Melanie's platform serves to heal broken relationships, especially those involving fatherless sons and daughters.   Connect with Melanie here: http://www.melanielightbournrowe.com/

Change is essential to grow, but we’re all scared of it in some way. On this episode of Selling in a Skirt Janice B. Gordon joins Judy for the discussion of the day centered on embracing change. Both women offer practical solutions to help you face your fears, step out of your comfort zone and start growing. Janice B. Gordon is the founder of Scale Your Sales and author of Business Evolution: Creating Growth in a Rapidly Changing World. Janice has over 8 years of academic research, 30 years in business, created 100's of happy customers, 100,000 inspired audiences and 400,000 insightful words published. A Visiting Fellow at Cranfield School of Management, Janice develops and delivers bespoke consultancy and education in key account management and social selling; one such company Janice worked with increased their revenue by $6 million in less than one year.   Connect with Janice: https://janicebgordon.com/                                    https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/

Finding your audience isn’t easy, but you can do it with the help of today’s special guest Luana Ribeira. While Luana moved from actress to best-selling author to animal philanthropist, her multifaceted didn’t happen overnight. During the discussion of the day, Luana talks about getting your message out there, what action you need to take when you get your message to the mass media and how to avoid ‘Bookzilla.’ Luana’s latest book, Influencer - Game of Phones, is the first in a 3 part series. The first book of the trilogy is a light-hearted yet practical guide to aligning yourself with the leadership mindset to create your very own online kingdom. Connect with Luana: http://www.luanaribeira.com/

You might have a book inside of you and not even know it. Today’s guest Suzanne Doyle-Ingram had a successful direct marketing company, but it got caught up in the economic downturn of 2009. With a degree in linguistics, but very little confidence, she started writing books and publishing them online. To her surprise, her books became best-sellers, and people began asking her for advice on how to write books. Now Suzanne runs Prominence Publishing, a one-stop-shop for writers to get their book written and published. Susan and Judy talk about what it takes to write a book, the biggest mistake first-time authors make along with the pros and cons of self-publishing. Connect with Suzanne: https://prominencepublishing.com/free

What does a trucker look like? Ellen Voie breaks all the stereotypes. Ellen was set to become a TV Journalist when a family issue landed her a job in transportation. At 20, Ellen became traffic manager for a steel manufacturing plant. Since then she’s held a variety of positions in the industry and won a tractor trailer full of awards along the way. Today she’s the founder, president and CEO of The Women in Trucking Association. A non-profit that helps promote, engage, and remove obstacles for women in the trucking industry. During their talk, Ellen and Judy talk about the barriers many women in trucking still face, leadership and getting over the barriers in your mind. Connect with Ellen Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellenvoie/ Learn more about the Women in Trucking Association here: https://www.womenintrucking.org/

Being a leader has nothing about having a fancy title, today’s guest Tammy Lynn Guns says it’s a philosophy. Judy and Tammy talk about how many workers have great organic influencing powers in their organizations and not realize it.  They also talk about how you’re CEO of your health, the role stress plays in your health and what its like giving a TED Talk.  About Tammy: Tammy Lynn Guns has extensive corporate industry experience in auditing, business valuations, business development and healthcare operations for the past 25 years. She is known as an engaging and informative keynote speaker on the topics of stress, successfully navigating change, and how to stop a lifetime of seemingly insignificant decision making that negatively impacts health.   Connect with Tammy here: http://tammylynnguns.com/

Marketing yourself isn’t easy, sometimes believing in yourself can be even harder. You need to attack your power of visibility and today’s guest Sarah Victory can help. She is the author of numerous books and audio programs including How to Be Powerful: Insider Secrets to Brilliant Leadership, Sales, and Speaking, and Do Something Brave Every Day. Sarah and Judy talk about the importance of reading, messaging, and believing in yourself. They also touch on a moving story about Sarah’s friend Tim you can hear for yourself on Sarah’s website. Contact Sarah and hear her story about her friend Tim here: https://www.thevictorycompany.com/

While pursuing a finance degree, Ashley Micciche reluctantly took a class on manufacturing. Little did she know, one lesson from that class would become a guiding force in her life. Kaizen, a Japanese idea to continuously improve all parts of a business through small steps. Ashley uses Kaizen every day as CEO of True North Retirement Advisors, an independent financial advisory firm. She is on a mission to transition 300 small business owners successfully into retirement in the next ten years. Ashley and Judy talk about why business owners should begin with the end in mind, the mistakes many small business owners make, and the benefits of being your own boss. Connect with Ashley here: http://truenorthretirementadvisors.com/valuemybusiness/

Do you know your why? In this episode Judy has an amazing conversation with Liz Faircloth. Liz and Judy talk about the movement of empowering women in the real estate investment world. Liz is the co-founder of the DeRosa Group, a Trenton, New Jersey real estate investment firm, and a co-creator of the Real Estate InvestHER Community. The Real Estate InvestHER is a company dedicated to creating empowering online, and in-person communities where women have a non-intimidating environment to ask questions and receive support needed to achieve their real estate and financial goals. Connect with Liz here: https://therealestateinvesther.com/ Join the Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Investhercommunity

Do you have an inner entrepreneur? It takes more than the desire to break free from corporate America, today’s guest Casey Clark says it also takes something most budding business owners overlook. Casey would know, his company Cultivate Advisors help entrepreneurs of all sizes plan and scale. Recently Inc. Magazine ranked Cultivate Advisors #280 on its 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. In this episode, Judy and Casey talk about what it takes to branch out on your own, the art of hustling, why business coaching matters, and how women are making significant strides in the entrepreneurial world. Learn more about Cultivate Advisors and its services at https://cultivateadvisors.com/

If you could prove a possibility, it would be an example. Today’s guest Susan Leahy has made a career out of helping groups of all sizes develop a culture of team and live outside of example. Susan and Judy talk about how everything in your organization comes down to two things: Group or Team. Find out what’s the difference and how understanding it will change the way your corporate culture operates. Contact Susan at http://www.susanleahy.com/# Learn more about Group to Team Leadership Solutions at http://www.grouptoteam.com/

Powerful writing changes lives, and COL Carla D. Bass USAF (Ret.) knows this firsthand. She took command of one of least awarded Air Force Units in the state of Hawaii. Her writing handbook not only and helped them write winning nominations but sweep entire award categories. Word of her guide spread across the island, and her skills were in demand. Her methods helped airmen get promotions, and others rise above the bureaucratic blather to craft compelling resumes, input for performance reviews, and essays for college applications. Carla recently published the 2nd edition of her award-winning book, "Write to Influence!" and is already thinking about what should go in the next version.  Buy "Write to Influence!" here: https://www.amazon.com/Write-Influence-Appraisals-Scholarships-Internships/dp/0997593024/ref=dp_ob_title_bk Contact Carla here: https://writetoinfluence.net/speaking-engagements/

Change Your Mindset with Ana Holub Changing your mindset may sound easy, but as today’s guest Ana Holub explains you have to be ready. This idea also extends towards forgiveness. Ana tells Judy the way we all learned how to “forgive and forget” is not that simple either. They also talk about the importance of making your path in business and life and how we all need to slow down to be present. If you’ve ever wanted to cut past the clutter of your mind, this episode is for you. Connect with Ana at https://www.anaholub.com/ Learn more about her Clear Path to Peace Academy here https://www.clearpathtopeaceacademy.com/

Happiness is energy and nobody embodies that like Uni Yost. Uni is the Founder & CEO of GoAskJay.com a company disrupting both the financial and insurance industries. Judy and Uni talk about the importance of happiness, building a good corporate culture and Uni's goals beyond trying to build a billion-dollar business. 

Today’s guest John Vespasian is an expert on rational living. In fact, he’s written ten books on the subject. Judy and John talk about what rational living is, dealing with personal disruption and why distractions are timeless and why you should stay out of areas you know nothing about. They also have an enlightening discussion on the psychological differences between men and women and the origins of positive thinking. Read John's blog at http://johnvespasian.blogspot.com/

Misti Rains outlook on life is inspiring, despite all she’s been through. Misti survived a cancer scare, a brain aneurysm, two divorces, and the loss of her stepfather immediately followed by the tragic and shocking death of her mother. During her conversation with Judy, they talk about love, loss, adversity and how her faith helped her through it all.  To learn more about Misti visit http://mistirains.com/

Resilience isn’t a leadership buzzword for Michelle Mras, she lives it everyday. Michelle is a powerful survivor who uses her traumatic experiences to help audiences reclaim their inner strengths and transform their lives. During this unfiltered talk, Michelle tells Judy how she magnifies resilient attitudes for success. Connect with Michelle here: https://www.michellemras.com/   

Our society might be at its loneliest point in history, and Jillian Richardson wants to change that. Jillian's mission is to reduce loneliness in her adoptive hometown of New York City and, eventually, the world. Find out how a headline-making event inspired to create The Joy List, a weekly e-mail helping people connect in the city that never sleeps. Jillian and Judy also talk about the importance of asking for help with anything, and everything can help create conversations and new friendships. If you’d like to sign up for The Joy List and see the video that caught the attention of the United Nations visit https://joylist.nyc/

Everyone has a social media presence, but can you believe it? This week Leanna DeBellevue joins Judy to talk about authenticity and to define Imposter Syndrome. Leanna knows. She’s a social media strategist whose company helps brands of all sizes connect with their customers naturally and authentically. They also talk about the importance of finding your path and revealing insights into getting over the ‘yuck factor’ on LinkedIn. Leanna also gives listeners a real practical way to weigh your “fails” to help you learn and grow. Connect with Leanna here: https://www.debellevueglobal.com/

Be authentic. Be unique. Be you. Not only is Precious L. Williams a #KillerPitchMaster, but she’s also now a #1 best-selling author of Bad Bitches and Power Pitches. You might even recognize the self-proclaimed “hood girl who went good” from season 8 of Shark Tank. During the discussion of the day Precious and Judy cover the power of your story, why it doesn’t have to be perfect, but needs to be authentic.  Contact Precious here: https://perfectpitchesbyprecious.com/ or 646-592-588

Have you ever met a Super Lawyer? The discussion of this day is with Richard Hanus, a top-rated immigration and naturalization lawyer. While Judy and Richard don’t unravel the complexities of immigration law, they do uncover the benefits of keeping a business small and creating a winning culture. Richard also shares his three essential qualities an immigration lawyer (or any leader) should possess. Contact Richard at https://www.usavisacounsel.com/

Sometimes you don’t find business, the business finds you. This week on Selling in a Skirt, Judy sits down with Liia Ramachandra, the founder and CEO of Epilynx Cosmetics. Liia was sitting in her comfortable job at a pharmaceutical company when she decided to pack up her office, head to her basement and start creating a line of gluten-free, organic cosmetics. That success lead her to open up a boutique in the Chicago suburbs earlier this year. Hear Liia’s journey from the pharmaceutical industry to business owner and what she’s learned along the way. 

Both Judy and her guest Faswilla Sampson agree, investing in a personal development coach is one of the best things you can do to achieve success. Faswilla shares her story of being a single mother, frustrated by a boss who told her she wasn’t getting a raise or a big bonus. At the time, Faswilla thought investing in a business coach wasn’t for her, but she took the plunge. Not only did she get the bonus, but she also got a promotion. Faswilla and Judy also talked about getting male CEOs to see the potential of their female workforce and Faswilla’s new book The Leadership Development Tool Kit: Redesigning Your Template to Drive Individual and Organizational Change.   Connect with Faswilla here.

Just when you think you have it all figured out, you change course. That’s exactly what happened to Laura Briggs. She was on her way to becoming a teacher when she jumped into the unknown and started a career as a freelance writer and public speaker. Judy and Laura compare notes on the anxiety and excitement they both felt when starting their entrepreneurial journeys. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has thought about striking out on their own. Connect with Laura at https://betterbizacademy.com/ and through her Facebook group: Mastering Your Freelance Life with Laura. 

Taking risks and grappling with your past takes courage, but it pays off. Kimberly Love overcame abuse, transformed her life, and helps women do the same. Kimberly talks about the importance of listening and why we need to engage with each other face-to-face, not through social media. Changing your mindset is also an essential part of Kimberly’s teaching. How you talk to yourself in your head can have a significant impact on your wellbeing and setting up a morning routine can help you in your journey. That’s just a taste of the topics Judy and Kimberly take head-on in this episode.  

It’s time to connect with the source of your power and Danielle Amos will help you do it. There are three types of power Judy and Danielle discuss during this interview. They also talk about the power of abundance, money misconceptions and the one thing you need to do to live your best life.    About Today’s Guest:   Danielle Amos is a Business + Success Coach, certified Proctor Gallagher Institute consultant, lifestyle entrepreneur, and host of Prosperity Practice Podcast. Danielle is passionate about teaching entrepreneurs all over the world that prosperity and money are truly about energy and she is on a mission to help entrepreneurs create financial abundance through the power of thought.   

Having a plan is essential in business and life. This week Judy sits down with Regina Gulbinas to talk about not only the importance of having a business plan but infrastructure might be one of the most critical pieces company founders and CEOs miss. Company culture is also an important piece, as well. Like what you just heard? Connect with Regina through her website (https://www.reginagulbinas.com/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ReginaGulbinasBusinessStrategist/)