Share Of Voice

After 40 episodes, I decided to hit "stop" on "Share Of Voice" -- find out why. I hope this serves as inspiration for anyone out there who feels it's time for a vibe check when it comes to their careers or projects. Produced by Dear Media

As founder and leadership development coach at Mindfulness Matters, Samara Zelniker is dedicated to helping leaders reach their infinite potential. With over a decade of experience in wellness, she is passionate about building emotionally intelligent leaders through tools in mindfulness and neuroscience.   Samara is an SIY certified teacher, the leadership and development program born at Google, a certified coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and has been featured as a leadership expert in Forbes and Business Insider.    In this episode, we discuss managing the anxiety that might come with reemerging into events, IRL workplaces and social situations, some morning rituals to help ground you, dealing with FOMO and the need to socially “make up for lost time”, and Samara's favorite meditation and mindfulness technique as a quick fix to help you breathe and take on your day.    Samara is offering a 15% off discount to her Mindfulness Matters Toolkit for listeners of “Share Of Voice”, with promo code VOICE.    Mindfulness Matters: https://www.mindfulnessmatters.ca Mindfulness Matters Toolkit: https://www.mindfulnessmatters.ca/mindfulness-toolkit Mindfulness Matters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulnessmatters Produced by Dear Media

Benjamin Easter is the Founder and Head Coach at Lucid Shift Coaching, where he helps freedom-seekers to develop the resources, strategies and mindsets they need to build authentic businesses so that they can experience more meaning, fulfillment and impact. Throughout my work with Ben, he has taught me to shift my mindset in the most powerful ways, from adopting an abundance mindset to the magic of believing things, and then seeing them. In this episode, I share the 4 main principles and areas that have shifted my mindset and rocked my universe, thanks to sessions with my coach, Ben.    Lucid Shift Website: https://lucidshiftcoaching.com Lucid Shift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucid_shift_coaching The TikTok video that Ben refers to in the episode. Produced by Dear Media

Melanie Masarin is the founder of Ghia, a non-alcoholic aperitif designed to change the way we think about drinking and socializing. Ghia is meant to create an aperitivo hour, inviting everyone to the table and transporting you to a place of simple pleasures and connection (without numbing the night).    Melanie is the recipient of a Forbes 30 under 30 (2018; e-comm & retail) award and since launch last summer, Ghia has been praised by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Vogue, and many others. Most recently, Melanie was the Head of Retail and Offline Experiences at Glossier.   In this episode, we chat about Ghia's launch during the early days of the pandemic, why Melanie wants to take the word "drinking" back from alcohol with Ghia, the "sober curious" movement, and the moments she knew that Ghia was making waves.     Ghia Website: https://drinkghia.com   Ghia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkghia Produced by Dear Media

Violet Grey is a beauty empire that has reached iconic status and is known as the Hollywood authority, thanks to its hybrid of rich content and commerce. It's known for its editorial content, its "Violet Code" approved label that deems beauty brands worthy, and for its fearless founder, Cassandra Grey, who has become an icon in her own right. We chat about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur today, how brands get the “Violet Code” stamp of approval, the recent appointment of Sarah Brown (former Vogue beauty director), and the mic drop moment when Cassandra knew Violet Grey was going to be a success. Violet Grey website: www.violetgrey.com Violet Grey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violetgrey Cassandra Grey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassandragrey Produced by Dear Media

Nana Agyemang is the CEO and founder of EveryStylishGirl and EveryStylishGirl Biz, focused on advancing opportunities for women of color in fashion, business and beauty (EveryStylishGirl also operates annual conferences, called Sip N' Slay). Nana is a multimedia journalist and entrepreneur, who has worked for New York Magazine, ELLE Magazine and Refinery29. She made waves as the Social Media Editor for The Cut, as the voice of a social generation. Her quick meme game and tone of voice for The Cut's captions defined and set the tone for the future of Instagram (the proof is in the numbers: The Cut's following increased by an 80% growth rate and she doubled the Instagram audience to 1 million followers in about a year.)   Nana also recently dropped an ebook called “Social Media Tips I Wish More People Knew About” (in partnership with the social media platform Later).   In this episode, we discuss Nana's top tips for anyone looking to improve their social media game, how she defined the voice of a social generation as the social media editor at The Cut, and she shares her advice for women pursuing a career in journalism.    Nana Agyemang Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsreallynana EveryStylishGirl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everystylishgirl EveryStylishGirl Website: https://www.everystylishgirl.com/ EveryStylishGirl eBook: https://www.everystylishgirl.com/ebook Produced by Dear Media

Amy Fraser is a results driven coach and the founder of OKREAL: a self-development platform for modern women. Established in New York City, OKREAL provides tools and resources that help women take charge of their lives through online courses, B2B training, workshops and mentorship. Past partners include global brands like Nike, Adidas and TED. In addition to running OKREAL, Amy recently launched amy.studio as a consultancy and coaching agency.  Amy has developed a thriving mentor circle program focused on professional and personal development for women, and produced curriculums and learning material in areas such as: resilience, leadership, self-worth, community building, gender diversity and inclusion, as well as purpose. In this episode, Amy gets real about moving back to New Zealand while pregnant with her son, after discovering her husband was living a double life. Despite obstacles and a major life shift, Amy knew she wanted to thrive and build her business, proving to her son that anything is possible when you put your mind to it. She shares her favorite self-worth tips, how she sets boundaries, and how she persevered by displaying the ultimate resilience.  OKREAL Website: https://www.okreal.co/ OKREAL Instagram: @heyokreal Amy Fraser Instagram: @fr.amy Amy Fraser Coaching Agency: https://www.amy.studio Produced by Dear Media

Emily DiDonato is a globally recognized supermodel, known as the face of Maybelline cosmetics for eight years and as the global spokesmodel for the skincare brand, Biotherm. She is passionate about beauty, wellness, skincare, and promoting body positivity.   In addition to her modeling career, Emily is a skilled digital content creator who built a successful social media following across multiple platforms including Instagram (2.2MM), TikTok (365K+)  and YouTube (400K+).   In a bold move, Emily candidly shared her weight loss (and gain) journey in a YouTube video about body positivity, which went viral and continues to make waves. In March 2021, Emily added a new title to her resume, as the cofounder and Chief Creative Officer of Covey.    In this episode, Emily and I chat about the role social media plays in the realm of body image, setting social media boundaries as someone with a large platform, dealing with imposter syndrome as a skincare brand founder, and why she launched Covey. Produced by Dear Media

Caroline Spiegel is the CEO and cofounder of audio erotica platform, Quinn. Yes, you read right: Quinn is based on audio erotica, making it a "no visuals" porn site on a mission to help women orgasm and "finish first." Caroline studied Computer Science at Stanford (the interest in tech runs in the family -- her older brother is Snapchat CEO and cofounder, Evan Spiegel), before leaving during her senior year to start her company. She recently relocated from New York to Los Angeles where she can be found working on Quinn and hosting "The Quinn Show" podcast. I sat down with Caroline to discuss what compelled her to launch Quinn, which topics are most popular on the site (she dives into the "daddy energy vs. boyfriend" content), how it's informed by "the female gaze", and dealing with imposter syndrome as a young female founder. Produced by Dear Media

Olivia Perez is an interviewer, journalist, and the host of "Friend of a Friend", a weekly talk show where she interviews the next generation of luminaries. She's interviewed talent like Maggie Rogers, Bella Hadid, Hannah Bronfman, Symone Sanders, Millie Bobbie Brown, Lindsay Peoples Wagner, and Jordan Firstman, and has moderated panels for businesses like Shopify, Bumble, WWD, The Wing, and more. She's also made her mark as an editorial and cultural archaeologist, digging up the best of the unknown and sharing it with her followers as a contributing writer for Forbes.com and through her creative partnerships with brands like Chanel, Kith, Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Nike, Calvin Klein, and more. I chat with Olivia about how she manages her highly engaged social media community and the external pressure of constant output, what inspired and compelled her to launch her brand and podcast "Friend of a Friend", the power of following your gut and taking risks, and the moment that catapulted her to the next level in her career as a journalist. Tune in, as she also shares her biggest tip for aspiring writers pitching to their dream publication. Produced by Dear Media

Puno is the founder of ilovecreatives, a platform connecting and edu-taining creatives living that slashie life, and the new host for Girlboss Radio. When she's not behind the mic or her laptop, she's doing photoshoots with her cat.   We chat about her definition of success, why it's important to embrace being a “slashie”, how to reply to the “can I pick your brain” question, her thoughts on unpaid work (you know, “for exposure”), and what led to her newest role as podcast host for Girlboss Radio.    Website: www.punodostres.com Puno on Instagram: instagram.com/punodostres Puno on YouTube: youtube.com/punodostres Ilovecreatives Website: https://ilovecreatives.com Produced by Dear Media

Sonja Rasula is the founder and CEO of Unique Markets, the direct-to-consumer brand Care Package, and host of the podcast, "SOS with Sonja Rasula".  Sonja saw a gap in the market for an elevated shopping experience — something cooler than the mall, more curated and fresh than a flea market, one that showcased emerging brands and entrepreneurs, with a focus on community and a unique IRL experience.  So she launched the LA-based Unique Markets in 2008, which has since had spinoff events across the U.S. over the years. But when the pandemic hit last year and forced the IRL driven Unique Markets to stop operating ASAP, Sonja emerged with plan B: Care Package.  As someone with over a decade of experience as a founder, and years of experience in the retail and decor space, Sonja offers up her tactical advice to small business owners on her "real-time" style podcast, "SOS with Sonja Rasula." In this episode, Sonja shares her tips on gaining a large following on Clubhouse, being a strong voice as an Asian-American woman, and being a champion for small business owners -- before the term "Shop Small" existed.  Spring Pop-Up: https://www.uniquemarkets.com/losangeles Unique Markets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uniquemarkets Unique Markets Website: https://www.uniquemarkets.com Sonja Rasula Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonjarasula Care Package Website: https://www.hellocarepackage.com Listen Sonja Rasula's podcast: SOS With Sonja Rasula Produced by Dear Media

Sarah Ahmed is the Creative Director of DL1961, CEO & Founder of Warp + Weft , and on a mission to make stylish, size-inclusive denim that's good for the planet -- this Earth Day and every other day.   Founded in 2018, Warp + Weft can be credited for starting the conversation of denim being inclusive -- back when other brands weren't focusing on it. It is committed to make great denim for everybody, and every body.   DL1961 has launched a successful collab with Marianna Hewitt, and has been spotted on tastemakers and celebrities like Meghan Markle, Cindy Crawford, Irina Shayk, and more.   We chat about her favorite denim style right now, the impact fashion can have on the planet, managing three brands (she also created a pet food brand called Odd Food!), and what sparks joy for her.   Warp + Weft Website: https://warpweftworld.com Warp + Weft Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warpweftworld DL1961 Website: https://www.dl1961.com DL1961 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dl1961denim Sarah Ahmed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfahmed Produced by Dear Media

While working as a Director / Senior Merchant at Victoria's Secret, Michelle Cordeiro Grant learned that the $13B lingerie category, in the US alone, was dominated by Victoria's Secret -- and was mostly based on the male gaze. So Grant set out to create a new experience and POV for the category – one she called "Leisurée" (merging the best elements of lingerie, swim and activewear) – and she launched Lively.   Lively represents a movement and a lifestyle that has helped the brand cultivate an engaged, enthusiastic community of over 140K ambassadors. Its inclusive size range and affordable price point add to the brand's accessibility. Some exciting moments for the brand include getting acquired for over $100M, and its recent launch in Target stores nationwide.   Five years and four stores later, Lively is just getting started. I chat with Michelle about how she came up with the concept for Lively, how the men's shaving brand Harry's inspired Lively's buzzy, disruptive launch, and why she loves to "live in Beta". Lively Website: https://www.wearlively.com/ Lively Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearlively Michelle Cordeiro Grant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_michellegrant Podcast, "No Makeup Needed": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lively-podcast-no-makeup-needed Produced by Dear Media

Before Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas was known as one of today's most respected producers, she was one of the most successful female agents (if not one of the most successful agents overall), representing celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Julia Roberts, Spike Lee, and Halle Berry.    Elaine rose through the ranks as an agent at the William Morris Agency in the ‘80s, which was known as a boys' club, and went on to hold top positions in the industry such as partner and co-head of Revolution Studios. Elaine is currently a producing partner with Jennifer Lopez and oversees Lopez's Nuyorican Productions. She is also a producing partner with Halle Berry and oversees Berry's 606 Films.    In this episode, we chat about how Elaine started working with Jennifer Lopez as her agent, the record-breaking success of “Hustlers”, which Elaine produced, the art of the pivot in “Second Act” (which Elaine wrote and produced, and Jennifer starred in), and the upcoming “Marry Me.” Elaine inspires as a woman who leans into her truth and voice as a writer, and who always refused to accept “no” as an answer.  Produced by Dear Media

Colleen McCann is the founder of Style Rituals & author of Crystal Rx. A fashion stylist turned cultural mystic, Colleen brings clarity, guidance & self-care practices to her clients. From the runways of Paris to the crystal caves of South America, she has spent this lifetime working among all things beautiful, acutely aware of the power and strength that lies in the exquisite. Colleen has created a signature style of Intuitive Storytelling to read the past, present & future for her private clients, brand partners & corporations. In this episode, we talk about how voices (which she refers to as "pings from the universe") led her to go from working the style closets at Condé Nast to coming out of the “shamanic closet,” how learning to tap into your intuition is a form of self-care, which crystal is “the skinny black jean” and which one is the crystal of the moment, and why she launched Charm'd School, “a mystically-minded etiquette school for the modern world.” Style Rituals Website: https://www.stylerituals.com Style Rituals IG: https://www.instagram.com/style_rituals/ The “Crystals Rx” Book: https://www.stylerituals.com/shop/p/the-crystal-rx-book Produced by Dear Media

Amrit is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur. As a host, DJ and strategic consultant, her work is inspired by empathy and connection.   Originally hailing from Perth, Australia, Amrit moved to New York City to become a DJ and immerse herself in the arts and culture scene. The risk paid off -- her love and commitment to music has seen her perform and sell out tours throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Australia. She has opened for the likes of Lauryn Hill and Dua Lipa, and has performed DJ sets for Dior, Vogue, Coachella, Marc Jacobs, Nike, Swarovski, HBO, Veuve Clicquot, Cannes Film Festival, The Guggenheim Museum, and The Museum of Modern Art.   In addition to her non-profit projects in the impact and sustainability space, her most recent projects, "Unhinged" on NTWRK and "Ask Amrit", have allowed her to create a safe forum for dialogue on love, sex, communication, and everything in between.     We discuss how listening to her inner voice led to her untraditional career journey, and Amrit shares her best dating tips like dealing with being ghosted and navigating new relationships during the pandemic.  Amrit IG: https://www.instagram.com/itsamrit Produced by Dear Media

To many, Heather Thomson is an adored reality star from the hit Bravo reality series, The Real Housewives of New York City, she is a celebrated designer, successful entrepreneur, an integrative nutrition Health Coach, host of her popular podcast, In My Heart and Co-Founder of Beyond Fresh— an organic, science based, easy-to-follow approach to nutritional supplements.   With 25+ years of fashion experience from Calvin Klein to Design Director for Sean "Diddy" Combs Sean John label, to Creative Directing alongside Beyoncé Knowles and Jennifer Lopez, to founding her own brand in 2008, which changed the shapewear and lifestyle game for women, internationally.   We chat about how her role on RHONY came to be, her fashion career while working with the likes of Sean "Diddy" Combs,  Beyoncé and J.Lo (she was there when Jennifer rocked the Versace green dress!), and the power of listening to your intuition and your heart.   Heather Thomson IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert Website: https://www.heatherthomson.com Podcast, In My Heart: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/in-my-heart-with-heather-thomson Produced By Dear Media

Cofounded in January 2015 as a direct-to-consumer brand by Noura Sakkijha, who serves as CEO, and her husband Majed Masad, who is the company's COO, Mejuri flipped the script on the jewelry business model by eliminating the traditional markup and introducing a new way to position jewelry: as everyday luxury that women can buy for themselves. As a brand built on the power of community and showcasing user-generated content, you've likely seen Mejuri all over Instagram, especially items from its iconic “Croissant” collection.  I chatted with Noura about Mejuri's latest campaign, Golden Together, which features “Golden Moments”, a seven-part interview series highlighting women like Jenna Lyons and Annie Murphy (of Schitt's Creek fame!), the power of listening to your inner voice when it comes to disrupting a traditional industry, and her advice for fellow aspiring founders thinking of taking that risk.  Mejuri IG: https://www.instagram.com/mejuri/ Mejuri website: https://mejuri.com/ Produced by Dear Media

Erin and Sara Foster recently launched their clothing line, Favorite Daughter. They are currently in an overall deal at Disney's 20th Century Studios to create and produce television shows. They have several shows in development that they are producing, writing and starring in. Erin and Sara were co-heads of creative at Bumble from 2017 to 2020 and now sit as advisors to the company. They also serve as investors and advisors to The Mirror, canned wine company Bev, and women's wear company Summersalt. Erin and Sara are expanding and diversifying their portfolio in multiple categories. You can also see Erin and Sara in their critically acclaimed television series, Barely Famous.   I caught up with the hilarious Foster sisters to chat about launching their fashion brand, Favorite Daughter, leaning into their intuition with everything they take on, and each one shares their mic drop moment.    Erin Foster IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinfoster/ Sara Foster IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarafoster/ Favorite Daughter website: https://shopfavoritedaughter.com/ Favorite Daughter IG: https://www.instagram.com/favorite.daughter/ Produced by Dear Media

Sam Abrahart, founder and CEO of the Mayfair Group, joins me this week to chat about how her search for fulfillment and personal mental health struggle led to launching the agency behind the ultra shareable Instagram content -- also now known as a fashion brand on a mission. (Its “Empathy” sets have been spotted on everyone from J.Lo and Gabrielle Union, and Justin Bieber recently rocked the “Just Be Kind” set.)   Sam shares her thoughts on creating a disruptive company, the power of empathy and vulnerability, and why the most important KPI or metric for success needs to start with impact and positive influence, over profit.   The Mayfair Group IG: https://www.instagram.com/themayfairgroup/ The Mayfair Group Website: https://themayfairgroupllc.com/ Sam Abrahart IG: https://www.instagram.com/samabrahart/ Produced by Dear Media

In this week's episode of “Share Of Voice”, I sit down with Jennifer Zuccarini, the founder of the fashion brand Fleur du Mal, whose mission is to redefine the way women approach lingerie. Feminine, chic and slightly subversive, the Fleur du Mal brand explores the notion of desire and artful provocation while maintaining style and wearability. Fleur enjoys a celebrity clientele including Rihanna, Sienna Miller, Gigi Hadid, Angelina Jolie, and Kendall Jenner.   Jennifer's penchant for curating the elusive and singular experiences surrounding intimacy began when she co-founded the luxury brand, Kiki de Montparnasse in 2005.    We chat about the powerful feeling lingerie evokes for the wearer, and she shares her favorite tips for taking lingerie selfies (spoiler alert: get a tripod) and how to perfect the art of salacious sexting.   Fleur du Mal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fleurdumalnyc/ Fleur du Mal website: https://www.fleurdumal.com/ Produced by Dear Media

This week's episode features a powerful, insightful conversation with Larissa May (a.k.a. Larz), founder of the social media movement #HalfTheStory, a non-profit on a mission to make digital wellness a priority.    Larz shares tips on setting healthy boundaries with tech and social media, not feeling compelled to join every platform or trend (hi, Clubhouse), and tips to combat toxic productivity (she has an easy-to-remember 3 “P” acronym for this one!).    Larz IG: https://www.instagram.com/livinlikelarz/ #HalfTheStory IG: https://www.instagram.com/halfthestory/ Produced by Dear Media

Marketing powerhouse and Forbes' "30 Under 30" Babba Rivera has worked at disruptive companies like Uber and Away, and made a name for herself in branding with her own agency, By.Babba.   In October 2020, Babba added another title to her resume: founder of Ceremonia, the clean hair care brand rooted in Latinx heritage. The brand's first styling product, a super serum called the Pequi Curl Activator, dropped last week, joining a lineup that includes the heritage scalp remedy oil, Aceite de Moska.   Before launching, Babba was also celebrating the successful $1M pre-seed round she raised for Ceremonia, while pregnant and navigating the pandemic. Ceremonia's launch made headlines, but Babba bravely shared her disappointment on her Instagram feed when a reputable business magazine focused on her favorite beauty products, rather than the VC funding she received.    Speaking of Babba's fundraising journey, she shares her top tips for fellow founders looking to raise venture capital.    TL;DR -- Babba shares: -Her tips as a first-time founder trying to fundraise & what investors are looking for in founders -Why she called out the magazine that focused on her beauty routine rather than her business achievements -Gender bias and sexism in the media, and why it's problematic -How her heritage as a Latina girl growing up in Sweden (without role models who looked like her) impacted her   Babba IG: https://www.instagram.com/babba/ Ceremonia IG: https://www.instagram.com/myceremonia/ Ceremonia Website: https://ceremonia.com/pages/new-product-drop Produced by Dear Media

Taryn Toomey, creator and CEO of The Class, pivoted from an executive fashion career at Ralph Lauren and Dior to wellness and fitness, thanks to her unique mat-based workout that focuses on breathwork, restoring inner balance, the mind / body connection, and encouraging people to let it all out. A favorite of celebrities, The Class is known for its stellar playlists and movements that help people go within -- and it has found and won over a new global audience, when The Class began streaming its workouts on its digital platform in October of 2019, pre-pandemic.    I chat with Taryn about: -Listening to your inner voice -Staying true to her method, even when critics "didn't get it" -The power of active aloneness -Cultivating self-worth -The negative impact of spreading negative talk towards others  -Cleaning up your side of the street to become a better person -Her Sunday wellness ritual    The Class IG: https://www.instagram.com/theclass The Class Website: https://digitalstudio.theclass.com Taryn Toomey IG: https://www.instagram.com/taryntoomey Produced by Dear Media

The 19-year-old comedian and award-winning chess player from Nairobi, Kenya, gained worldwide fame and acclaim when her hilarious Instagram videos, filmed in her bedroom during lockdown, went viral. Whether you've seen (or heard) the one about “I want you to come over, but it's a pandemic” or “Everyday slaving, everyday labor”, Elsa's authentic nature, infectious laugh, and confidence have brought joy to her more than 1.7 million Instagram followers.    When lockdown first hit, Elsa had 7K Instagram followers. Today, she is a social media sensation, whose voice and taglines are used for others' Instagram Reels and TikTok videos, and whose image is proving to be lucrative, with partnerships like Fenty, MAC, and Bumble already under her belt.    In between (many!) laughs, we chat about: -Her meteoric rise to fame -Hanging out with icons like Naomi Campbell (who has now become a great friend) -Why making money is so important -- and actually does buy happiness  -How she doubles down on herself unapologetically when it comes to creating content (with her manager, Mo Kheir) -Doing things her way -The importance of not associating with people who have bad vibes  -Manifesting (more) money, the Met Gala, and icon status Produced by Dear Media

Ally Love is a multifaceted woman, pioneering the slash generation. She is the CEO/Founder of Love Squad, the in-arena Host of the Brooklyn Nets, a Peloton Instructor, an adidas Global Ambassador, TEDx Speaker, and a model. Ally uses her influence/platforms to create a space to celebrate and champion diversity in race and culture through conversation and sweat.   Known as a Boss of Business, Ally Love's platform reaches millions, which is why it has been important for her to create Love Squad as a space where real conversations and real change can occur through moderated panels and open discussions around women's empowerment.   I caught up with Ally to discuss all things confidence, community, “squading up”, overcoming a near-death experience as a child, and that awesome Beyonce collaboration with Peloton.    Ally Love IG: https://www.instagram.com/allymisslove/   Love Squad: https://www.lovesquad.com/   Love Squad IG: https://www.instagram.com/lovesquad/   Peloton IG: https://www.instagram.com/onepeloton/ Produced by Dear Media

With 2021 on the horizon, I share the 4 things I'm taking with me into the New Year, and the 4 things I'm saying “peace out” to. Also -- I share the 2 mic drop moments that have served as the defining moments in my career, and answered some of your top questions, including my most popular question: “What I look for in a PR pitch.” Enjoy and Happy New Year!     IG: https://www.instagram.com/alwayskarin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/alwayskarin Produced by Dear Media

You likely know life coach Ryan Weiss from his popular mindfulness videos that can be found on his IG feed, @wakingupwithryan. And since self-care is free and centered around the practice of slowing down and reconnecting to yourself, Ryan is launching his new initiative, The Sanctuary Challenge. (It begins January 1, 2021, but you can start any time!)   The Sanctuary Challenge is a 60-day commitment to real self-care, to establish Sanctuary in our lives, our homes, our minds, and our bodies. Slowing down is the polar opposite of the hyperspeed anxiety and stress we live in today.  Therefore, it is a challenge to feel the peace, love and creativity we long for. And since it's free and built around the premise of community, this is a true gift.   At the center of the Challenge are five daily commitments: morning meditation, exercise, goddess time, clean eating, and eight hours of sleep.   Ryan shares how he found his purpose of becoming a life coach (or rather, how his purpose found him), how he listened to signs from the universe which helped validate his calling, and the benefits of The Sanctuary Challenge. Website: https://www.thesanctuarychallenge.com/ The Sanctuary Challenge IG: https://www.instagram.com/thesanctuarychallenge/ Waking Up With Ryan, IG: https://www.instagram.com/wakingupwithryan/ Produced by Dear Media

Emma Gannon is a “Sunday Times” bestselling author, speaker, novelist, and host of the no. 1 careers podcast in the UK, Ctrl Alt Delete.   As someone whose career trajectory “zig-zagged” and was anything but linear, Emma is the perfect guest to give insight into side hustles and having the courage to double down on your creativity. After all, she is a multi-hyphenate herself -- someone with various titles. The truth is, we are all more than our LinkedIn job titles and our Instagram bios, and we are all multifaceted.    Emma's various talents have taken her from blogger since 2009, to podcast host since 2016, and author of four books (so far). Her recent non-fiction work includes the bestseller “The Multi-Hyphen Method” (a manifesto for multi-hyphenates crafting work on their own terms) and “Sabotage” (tips on how to silence your inner critic and get out of your own way). She was selected in the 2018 Forbes 30 under 30 list.   Her WEBBY-nominated podcast “Ctrl, Alt, Delete” is a non-traditional careers podcast founded in 2016 and gives insight into people who've looked at their interests to shape the work they do. It has had nearly 8 million downloads, with guests including Elizabeth Gilbert, Ava Duvernay and Glennon Doyle.   In July 2020, her first novel “OLIVE” was published by HarperCollins. The audiobook is narrated by “Fleabag”'s BAFTA-winning actor Sian Clifford and the American version is set for a March 2021 release.    Emma also writes a weekly newsletter called The Hyphen that is an exploration of ideas that have got her thinking in new ways, and a book club, The Hyphen Book Club.   Website: https://www.emmagannon.co.uk  Instagram: @emmagannonuk Twitter: @emmagannon Podcast: https://podfollow.com/ctrl-alt-delete  Produced by Dear Media

Amy Chan is the Founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp, a retreat that takes a scientific and spiritual approach to healing the heart. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of Heart Hackers Club, an online magazine that focuses on the psychology behind love, lust and desire. The Observer calls her  "A relationship expert whose work is like that of a scientific Carrie Bradshaw" and her company has been featured across national media including Good Morning America, Vogue, Glamour, Nightline and the front page of The New York Times. Her book, Breakup Bootcamp - The Science of Rewiring Your Heart, published by Harper Collins is available now.   I sat down with Amy to discuss all things attachment styles, why breakups hurt the heart so much, what goes down at the world-renowned "Breakup Bootcamp" (yes, there's even a dominatrix there), why stalking your ex on social media can bring short-term pleasure (but is so bad for you), and why a breakup might just be the shakeup you need to live your best life.   Renew Breakup Bootcamp: https://renewbreakupbootcamp.com/ Amy On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missamychan/ Amy On Twitter: www.twitter.com/missamychan The Book, Breakup Bootcamp: The Science of Rewiring Your Heart: https://amzn.to/3gJOnJi Produced by Dear Media

To say that Bozoma “Boz” Saint John redefines badassery is an understatement. She is undefeatable. A renegade executive with the career highlights to back up her boldness. And a woman who confidently  walks the talk.    As the Global Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix, the world's leading streaming entertainment service, Bozoma is bringing her marketing prowess, superstar resumé and larger-than-life personality to the streaming giant.    When the news broke that Boz was hired as Global CMO at Netflix this past July, there was a collective “amen!” felt on social media. After all, Netflix releases original content that catches our collective attention, and Boz is the “OG” when it comes to having her (fabulously manicured) finger on the pulse of global pop culture.    This episode of “Share Of Voice” is straight-up fire and will inspire you to go into 2021 with Big Bozoma Energy. She talks about living with urgency (“there's no need to wait for that thing you're going after”), being loud and speaking your truth, the importance of listening to your inner voice, and that disruptive moment when the world saw Bozoma, in a form-fitting fuschia dress and pink Louboutins, while delivering the keynote on stage at 2016's Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.    High-powered marketing executive Bozoma has always been her authentic self throughout her illustrious career (so far spanning 20 years), proving there's no glory in playing small. A breath of fresh air in the corporate world, Saint John has been shaking things up her way, rocking a fearless attitude, bold personality, and an even bolder voice. She might seem playful, but this executive did not come here to play.   At the beginning of her career, Boz got her start in marketing at Spike Lee's advertising agency, Spike DDB. She then went on to manage brands within the PepsiCo beverages portfolio, before becoming Head of Music and Entertainment Marketing at the CPG giant; followed by Head of Global Consumer Marketing at Apple Music & iTunes; then went on to serve as Chief Brand Officer at Uber; before taking on the CMO role for Endeavor.   Boz also recently launched “The Badass Workshop,” comprised of five 60-minute classes based on the secrets of her success, to achieve the ultimate goal: the greatest self. And in January, the workshop will be presented as a session titled “Anatomy of a Badass”, at Harvard MBA school.    You can also hear Boz's powerful voice in her podcast “Back to Biz with Katie and Boz,” alongside award-winning journalist Katie Couric.       And in the words of Boz, “LET'S GOOOOOOO”!  Produced by Dear Media

In 2016, former co-workers and forever best friends Pip Edwards and Claire Tregoning joined forces and launched their street-meets-sportswear brand, P.E. Nation. While the Australian-based activewear label has garnered a massive following and “It factor” status thanks to its sleek yet functional, fashion-inspired silhouettes and styles, its capsule collection with H&M that launched in March 2020 catapulted them onto the global stage. (The partnership marked H&M's first collaboration with an Australian-based brand).  The athleisure phenomenon took on new meaning when everyone around the globe leaned into wearing comfortable clothing at home: COVID-19's lockdown inspired P.E. Nation to launch a genderless, unisex collection, called “UNI-form.”  They have also recently expanded into swimsuits, always inspired by sustainability and street style.  I spoke with Pip and Claire about the evolution of athleisure, how Pip pivoted from a corporate career to fashion founder, how they choose their fashion looks before posting to IG, and finding their voices (spoiler alert: it's a constant work in progress…) Produced by Dear Media

Ever since Madison Utendahl launched her own creative agency in April 2019, Utendahl Creative, she has infused her brand of empathy, storytelling and curiosity into every project. And she has been making noise: the creative work that her agency developed this past summer, as a response to the BLM protests and the new conversations about race and racism being had, was featured in "W" magazine, among "The Graphic Designers Defining the Aesthetics of Black Lives Matter."    Madison, whose impressive resume includes HBO's "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver", Refinery29 and Museum of Ice Cream, is vocal about her leadership style (she leads with empathy), and the need for a new kind of storytelling.    Madison will inspire you to start 2021 -- or even next week -- with a new mindset. She talks about letting go: letting go of toxic clients (and why you also need to know when it's time to quit, if you have a toxic boss), letting go of the need for perfection, letting go of distractions, and instead embracing self-love, transformation, showing up for oneself, and presence.  Utendahl Creative Official Website: https://utendahlcreative.com/ Utendahl Creative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utendahlcreative/ Madison Utendahl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madison.utendahl/ Produced by Dear Media

Simon Huck is the real-life example of a Canadian with big dreams, who made his way to the Big City when he moved from Ottawa to New York City in the mid-2000s. Today, after more than 15 years in the PR industry (he is currently the president of Command Entertainment Group), Simon felt the entrepreneurial itch to create a new product, in the emergency preparedness space -- of all places. He cofounded JUDY in 2019 with Joshua Udashkin, and in a 2020 that has been filled with a pandemic and wildfires, the brand JUDY is dedicated to ensuring people have the education, and the actual tools to survive emergencies and be ready for anything.    On the topic of emergencies, Simon also recently launched the podcast, "Emergency Contact" with his cohost and IRL emergency contact, Melissa Gray Walsh, which features celebs and their emergency contacts.    You might also recognize Simon from episodes of "Keeping Up With the Kardashians" and from the celebrity pages of the magazines Simon used to read as a kid growing up in Ottawa.    I chatted with Simon about taking a leap of faith, using your voice and asking for what you want, why everyone needs "JUDY" in their life, and his fiance, "Pip the Rip."    JUDY Website: https://judy.co/ JUDY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readysetjudy/ Simon Huck Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonhuck/ "Emergency Contact" The Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/emergencycontact/ Produced by Dear Media

I sat down to talk all things career pivots, CBD-infused skincare, seeking fulfillment and balance, and how to find your voice, with the always inspiring Jenna Owens.    It's especially awesome to chat with a woman who has not only learned how to use her voice as a successful entrepreneur, but who first became famous for using her voice -- literally -- as the former cohost of the nationally-syndicated radio show, “The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show,” where she served as an on-air personality for 12 years.   The entrepreneurial venture Fitish, which Jenna launched in April 2017, began as the Fitish30 fitness program, and has since become known for its CBD-infused skincare line, which is sold on Fitish's website as well as at major retailers like Urban Outfitters and Neiman Marcus. Fitish's hero products, the “Tone Down” CBD facial mist and the makeup setting spray, “Don't Sweat It”, have become instant classics, while the “Dewing It” moisturizer is a constant best-seller. Fitish even has some CBD-infused products for pets! And although Fitish has a range of skincare products, Jenna loves that the CBD component of her brand goes beyond beauty and skincare -- it has healing properties, making her career as a founder even more fulfilling.  Owens might have left morning radio to manage her business full-time, but fans of her magnetic voice and authentic nature can now catch her on “Fitish: The Podcast,” with former radio cohost J-Si, where they talk about all the stuff they couldn't on a nationally syndicated radio show (they don't keep it G-rated, guys.) Fitish Website: https://fitish.com/ Fitish IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefitish/   Jenna Owens IG: https://www.instagram.com/jennapage/   Fitish The Podcast: https://www.kiddnation.com/fitish/   Produced by Dear Media. 

Jessica Lanyadoo has been working as an astrologer and psychic medium for over two decades now -- but don't get it twisted, not all astrologers, psychics and mediums are created equal. Based in San Francisco, Jessica has earned an engaged global audience as a one-on-one intuitive consultant and as the host of the Q&A podcast, Ghost of a Podcast. We dive into her gift of serving as a medium between the living and the dead (she sees, hears and feels dead people -- NBD, right?), what it physically feels like, and what actually scares her. (Spoiler alert: she's not afraid of ghosts).   We discuss why she co-founded the movement, Zodiac the Vote (an inclusive platform providing people, activists and astrology fans with reliable content that highlights the connection between spiritual integrity, social justice, and civic participation), finding her truth as a member of the queer community and leaning into her gifts, some tips on flexing your intuitive muscle, and what rituals to partake in (and avoid!) this coming Halloween.   PS: Zodiac the Vote has created dope merchandise, with proceeds going toward supporting organizations fighting for voting rights, especially within marginalized communities. (And let's be real: what better way to encourage people to use their voice than by voting?)   Hold up, there's more: Jessica is the author of Astrology For Real Relationships, and contributes to many magazines and publications. Read her work and stay up to date on all her latest projects, here:   Website: www.lovelanyadoo.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/jessica_lanyadoo Ghost of a Podcast: https://www.lovelanyadoo.com/ghost-of-a-podcast Zodiac The Vote: https://zodiacthevote.com/ Zodiac The Vote Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zodiacthevote/ Book: Astrology For Real Relationships (https://www.lovelanyadoo.com/relationship-book) Produced By Dear Media

When Koreen Odiney launched the game We're Not Really Strangers (also known as WNRS, pronounced ‘winners') in November 2018, she was equipped with a laser-focused ‘why': “To empower people to make meaningful connections.”   If you haven't seen the card game, which is highly identifiable thanks to its signature red box and minimalist-yet-strategic design, then you've likely stumbled onto one of the Instagram account's compelling posts. With a current reach of 2.4 million followers (and growing), the @werenotreallystrangers Instagram account's images have long struck a chord with its followers, as evidenced by the amount of comments in each post. And with quotes like “One day at a time,” “Tell someone how much they mean to you, we all really need it right now” and “I've been better,” the account is resonating even more deeply during this climate of uncertainty.   After the murder of George Floyd this summer sparked much needed conversations around racism and unconscious bias, the We're Not Really Strangers team dropped this quote: “If A Converastion Is Hard, It's Probably The One Worth Having.”    Koreen and her team have become known for saying what's on all of our minds -- without us even knowing it.    I sat down with Koreen to discuss how the WNRS movement came about, how she creates the threads and questions, and what's up with her OG Instagram account, @chickenandwaffles.     We're Not Really Strangers Website: https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com   We're Not Really Strangers IG: https://www.instagram.com/werenotreallystrangers   Koreen IG: https://www.instagram.com/Koreen   We're Not Really Strangers Tweets: https://twitter.com/wnrstweets Produced by Dear Media

You might not know this, but Charlotte Cho is credited with coining the term, “10-step Korean skincare routine”, which earned her the title of “K-Beauty Queen.” Charlotte was born and raised in Los Angeles, and developed her passion for skincare and Korean beauty when she moved to South Korea. While she started out in PR for Samsung, her love for K-Beauty led her to launch Soko Glam, the online marketplace for Korean beauty products, with her husband Dave. This was back in 2012, making Charlotte an OG icon in the Korean beauty space. Soko Glam's mission: to help people discover Korean skincare, beauty trends, and cosmetics.   After years of curating and testing out K-beauty products -- and becoming enamored with the beauty of the double cleanse method in the process -- Charlotte launched Then I Met You, a line of skincare that's become known for its signature periwinkle blue branding and hero products, the two-step “Cleansing Duo.” (Its “Living Cleansing Balm” has racked up an array of beauty industry awards.)   While I'm obsessed with Then I Met You, I love its ethos even more: the Korean concept of jeong, a deep and meaningful connection that encourages empathy and generosity. I love that Charlotte flipped the script on skincare by boldly encouraging us to take our time while cleansing, rather than promoting a “quick and easy routine.” After all, the beauty is in not rushing…    Find out why Charlotte and Dave built Soko Glam, the process behind Then I Met You, why operating from a place of intention and listening to her inner voice served Charlotte in her career, and why jeong can become a life-changing way of looking at the world.     Soko Glam Website: https://sokoglam.com   Soko Glam IG: https://www.instagram.com/sokoglam/   The Klog: https://theklog.co/   The Klog IG: https://www.instagram.com/theklog/   Then I Met You Website: https://thenimetyou.com/   Then I Met You IG: https://www.instagram.com/thenimetyou/   Charlotte Cho IG: https://www.instagram.com/charlottejcho/   Book: The Little Book of Skin Care: Korean Beauty Secrets for Healthy, Glowing Skin   Produced by Dear Media. 

Sharon Chuter was born in Nigeria, where she was credited with bringing Revlon to the country, as a teenager (yes, you read that right). She relocated to Perth, Australia, where she honed her skills at some of the world's leading companies, including L'Oreal, Pepsi, GlaxoSmithKline, and as an executive at the LVMH-owned Benefit Cosmetics.   Sharon grew frustrated with the lack of real inclusivity in the beauty industry, and set out to launch her own beauty brand, UOMA Beauty -- with the widest array of foundations (6 “Skin Kins” or skin color groups). UOMA Beauty has won industry awards since making its debut in April 2019, and Sharon has earned recognition as one of beauty's brightest. But it's her boldness that is truly making waves.    Sharon launched “Pull Up For Change” on June 3, the day after “Black Out Tuesday” and as a response to the murder of George Floyd this summer. With the call to action for brands to #PullUpOrShutUp, Sharon called on beauty brands to offer transparency about the diversity of their employees and outline concrete goals for doing better in the future.   With UOMA Beauty, Sharon inspires everyone to show up every day as their raw self, a tribute to the misfits, “the weirdos,” the people who have been left out. And with Pull Up For Change, she is reminding us to see color, to see the beauty in our differences, and to get uncomfortable.    I loved chatting with Sharon about her vision for UOMA Beauty, why diversity should be the status quo, and why the call for change she is demanding is so critical for the world.    Website: https://uomabeauty.com UOMA Beauty IG: https://www.instagram.com/uomabeauty Pull Up For Change IG: https://www.instagram.com/pullupforchange #pulluporshutup Sharon Chuter IG: https://www.instagram.com/heysharonc   Produced by Dear Media. 

Check out Share Of Voice hosted by Karin Eldor - premiere episodes will be launching October 15th on Dear Media!