Podcasts about messy truth

In this episode, Will.i.am, Van Jones, and Peter discuss what the Make Wakanda Real campaign stands for, how technology is changing lives across the globe, and the state of legacy media.  Recorded on Feb 22nd, 2025 Views are my own thoughts; not Financial, Medical, or Legal Advice. Will.i.am is a globally recognized artist, entrepreneur, and innovator at the intersection of music, technology, and philanthropy. As the founder of FYI, i.am+, and co-founder of Amuse, he pioneers AI-driven platforms and smart consumer products while advising Atom Bank. Best known as the frontman of the Black Eyed Peas, he has shaped modern music with hit albums like Elephunk and The E.N.D., alongside his solo work #willpower. His tech ventures include FYI.AI, and Sound Drive with Mercedes-AMG. Committed to bridging technology and social impact, he co-founded Make Wakanda Real with Van Jones, an AI initiative to empower underrepresented communities. Through the i.am Angel Foundation, he continues to champion STEAM education for underserved youth, ensuring that innovation reaches those who need it most. Van Jones is a prominent political commentator, social activist, and entrepreneur working at the intersection of media, technology, and justice. A longtime CNN contributor, he hosts The Van Jones Show and previously led The Redemption Project. As the founder of Dream Machine Innovation Lab, he focuses on bringing AI to underrepresented communities while continuing his work with Dream.org on initiatives like #YesWeCode, #cut50, and Green For All. He co-founded Make Wakanda Real with will.i.am, a movement inspired by Black Panther that seeks to democratize AI access for marginalized groups. Jones has received numerous accolades, including a 2020 Emmy Award and the 2021 Courage and Civility Award, which granted him $100 million to support nonprofits. A senior advisor at Teneo and a board member of multiple social justice organizations, he is also a bestselling author, with his latest book, Beyond the Messy Truth (2017), offering insights on unity and reform. Learn more about the FYI.AI app:https://fyi.ai/  Learn more about Make Wakanda Real: https://www.dreammachine.org/  Learn more about Rapport: https://www.rapport.co/  ____________ I only endorse products and services I personally use. To see what they are,  please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:  Get started with Fountain Life and become the CEO of your health: https://fountainlife.com/peter/ AI-powered precision diagnosis you NEED for a healthy gut: https://www.viome.com/peter  Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PETER at  https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod _____________ I send weekly emails with the latest insights and trends on today's and tomorrow's exponential technologies. Stay ahead of the curve, and sign up now:  Blog _____________ Connect With Peter: Twitter Instagram Youtube Moonshots

Thinking about owning goats? Forget the picture-perfect Instagram posts—goat ownership is messy, demanding, and far from easy. In this episode of Muddy Paws and Hairballs, goat expert and homesteader Deborah Niemann debunks common myths and reveals what it really takes to raise happy, healthy goats.We dive into essential topics every prospective goat owner needs to know:Goats are not house pets—understanding their unique behaviorsComplex (and costly) nutritional needs for proper goat careThe long-term commitment goat ownership requiresFencing and shelter must-haves to prevent your goats from escapingFinding a knowledgeable veterinarian experienced in goat careGoat personalities: their quirks, emotions, and social needsTop resources for learning about goat care, including courses and educationWhether you're dreaming of fresh goat milk, homemade cheese, or just curious about life with goats, Deborah's candid insights and expert advice will help you make informed decisions before taking the leap into goat ownership.

"Taking risks is where the good stuff is. In those early days at Drybar, I remember thinking, God we are doing something really special here.” Co-founder Drybar, Alli Webb  Today we have the HONOR of having my new friend Alli Webb on the pod. She is an INCREDIBLE business woman of faith- cofounded Drybar, Squeeze, BQ ...AND is a bestselling author of the Messy Truth. In this episode we talk all things: Relationship with Jesus vs. religion Holding things loosely allows for a more fulfilling life Doubt is a prerequisite for faith, not a deviation from it I pray this blesses you friend! Follow Alli here

Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of self-criticism and lack of self-love? Are you looking for a way to experience spiritual awakening and unconditional love from within? Tune in this week to Sovereign Self for part 2 of our interview with Rebecca Quave and discover how to move from self-judgment to self-love and embrace your humanity. Rebecca shares her journey of unraveling limiting beliefs and embracing all of who she is to ultimately experience spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. Discover how you too can experience relaxing into the love that is always available at the center of your being.

Are you struggling to break free of perfectionism and embrace your true self? Are you ready to unlock your unique gifts and unleash your potential? Join us on Sovereign Self as we explore the liberating journey of self-love with special guest Rebecca Quave. In this two-part series, Rebecca shares her profound experiences and insights on how to overcome the grips of perfectionism and discover true fulfillment. Rebecca dives deep into her personal story, bravely revealing the struggles and challenges she faced while relentlessly pursuing perfection, and shedding light on the impact of societal expectations. Through her powerful story, listeners will gain valuable insights into embracing imperfections and unlocking their hidden potential. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode as Rebecca inspires listeners to break free from the confines of perfectionism and embark on a transformative journey towards self-acceptance.

In this fiery episode of History Rage, we delve into the most contentious conflict in American history: the Vietnam War. Host Paul Bavill is joined by Dr. Robert Thompson, historian, documentary maker, and author of "Clear, Hold and Destroy," to dismantle the myths surrounding this divisive war.Unmasking the Myths:- Dr. Thompson challenges the simplistic good vs. evil narrative often associated with the Vietnam War.- We explore the complexities of the conflict, including the roles of the United States, South Vietnam, and North Vietnam.The Roots of Conflict:- Discover how America initially got involved in Vietnam, starting from its support of French Indochina to its direct military engagement.- Dr. Thompson explains the geopolitical stakes and the domino theory that drove U.S. involvement.South Vietnam's Struggles:- Examine the internal challenges faced by the South Vietnamese government, including corruption and ineffective leadership.- Understand the impact of these issues on the broader war effort.The Role of ARVN:- Debunking the myth that the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) was passive and ineffective.- Highlighting key battles and contributions of ARVN troops.American Strategy and Public Opinion:- A look at the U.S. military strategy and the often misunderstood objectives of battles like Khe Sanh and Hamburger Hill.- The impact of media coverage and public opinion on the war effort.My Lai and War Crimes:- Addressing the infamous My Lai Massacre and its repercussions on American and global perceptions of the war.- Dr. Thompson discusses the complexities of war crimes and the U.S. military's response.Conclusion:- Reflecting on the enduring legacy of the Vietnam War and the importance of understanding its complexities.- Dr. Thompson urges listeners to look beyond simplistic narratives and appreciate the multifaceted nature of historical events.For further insights, grab a copy of Dr. Robert Thompson's "Clear, Hold and Destroy" from The History Rage Bookshop and follow him on Twitter @DrRobThompson.Don't forget to share your thoughts on Twitter @HistoryRage using the hashtag #HistoryRage. Join our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon for exclusive perks, including early episode access and the esteemed History Rage mug, at patreon.com/historyrage.Follow History Rage on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRageTwitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryRageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyrage/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/historyrage.bsky.socialStay Angry, Stay Informed - History Rage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey, y'all. Just me, ruminating on the truth of scars and how we can't truly erase our past. There's something exquisitely beautiful about scars, especially as they tell the real of a time and a place. As Witches, we know the value of tracing the memories, the history, and by doing so: find ourselves.Love y'all like chicken, SebaTo support this podcast, go to: https://www.patreon.com/c/southernfriedwitch

Yesterday, we featured a conversation with the British pro-market Conservative, Jon Moynihan, who is unambiguously in favor of economic growth. But Daniel Susskind, author of Growth: A History and a Reckoning, is less of an ideological warrior on behalf of unrestrained economic growth. In Growth, which is deservedly included on the Financial Times' short list of best business books for 2024, Susskind seeks to navigate between the exuberantly Hayekian Moynihan and “degrowthers” like previous KEEN ON guests Tim Jackson and Jason Hickel. The truth about growth, for Susskind, as I'm guessing for most of us, is tricky, especially in the context of its longer term environmental costs. Thus the importance of Susskind's nuanced and sensitive treatment of both the benefits and drawbacks of economic growth.Dr Daniel Susskind explores the impact of technology, and particularly AI, on work and society. He is a Research Professor in Economics at King's College London, a Senior Research Associate at the Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University, and an Associate Member of the Economics Department at Oxford University. He is the co-author of the best-selling book, The Future of the Professions (2015) and the author of A World Without Work (2020), described by The New York Times as "required reading for any potential presidential candidate thinking about the economy of the future”. His TED Talk, on the future of work, has been viewed more than 1.6 million times. And his new book, Growth: A Reckoning, published in April 2024, is currently shortlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year 2024. Previously he worked in various roles in the British Government – in the Prime Minister's Strategy Unit, in the Policy Unit in 10 Downing Street, and in the Cabinet Office. He was a Kennedy Scholar at Harvard University. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Introduction: Welcome to the RELAUNCH of "Meet the Author" in this special live-recorded episode!! "Meet the Author" is a podcast that brings you face-to-face with the brilliant minds shaping our literary landscape. Today we have the pleasure of diving into the insightful world of Alli Webb, the visionary entrepreneur behind Drybar and the acclaimed book "The Messy Truth." Join us as we unravel the layers of authenticity, imperfection, and empowerment on the entrepreneurial journey with Alli Webb and answer questions from our live audience. About Alli Webb: Alli Webb is the founder of Drybar, a wildly successful chain of salons specializing in blowouts. She's also the author of "The Messy Truth: A Real-Life Guide to Finding Passion, Confidence, and Permanent Style," where she shares her journey of embracing imperfection and finding fulfillment in the messiness of life. With her refreshing honesty and contagious enthusiasm, Alli inspires readers to embrace their true selves and pursue their passions fearlessly.Episode Description: In this episode, we sit down with Alli Webb to explore the transformative power of embracing imperfection. From her entrepreneurial journey to her personal struggles and triumphs, Alli shares invaluable insights and practical wisdom for living an authentic and fulfilling life. Join us as we uncover the messy truth behind success, confidence, and finding your unique voice.Key Discussion Points:The Journey of Self-Discovery: Alli reflects on her personal journey of self-discovery and the pivotal moments that led her to embrace her imperfections and pursue her passions.Empowering Others: Through her book, Alli empowers readers to embrace their quirks, celebrate their flaws, and cultivate confidence from within.Navigating Challenges: Alli opens up about the challenges she's faced as an entrepreneur, a mother, and a woman in the business world, offering candid advice for overcoming obstacles and staying true to oneself.Embracing Authenticity: With humor and humility, Alli shares her secrets for finding joy and fulfillment in the messy moments of life, encouraging listeners to embrace their own unique journey.Closing Thoughts: As we wrap up this enlightening conversation with Alli Webb, we're reminded that true beauty lies in embracing our imperfections and living authentically. Be sure to grab a copy of "The Messy Truth" and visit Alli's website to learn more about her empowering message and transformative journey. Join us next time for another inspiring episode of "Meet the Author." Until then, keep embracing the messiness of life and uncovering the beauty within.Links:Purchase "The Messy Truth" on AmazonLearn more about Alli Webb and her work at AlliWebb.comFollow Allison Trowbridge & Copper Books on Instagram

Never miss an episode, subscribe to the Girlboss Radio podcast: https://girlboss.com/pages/radio  Who says you can't have it all? Alli Webb proves otherwise, having seamlessly transitioned from a stay-at-home mom to a powerhouse entrepreneur who truly does have it all right now (her words)—and with great hair, too. Keyword: seamlessly. Don't be fooled—it hasn't always been easy. Alli Webb is the founder of the iconic blowout salon chain Drybar, a New York Times bestselling author, a successful businesswoman, and a mother of two. She expanded Drybar beyond the salons with a successful product line available in major retailers like Sephora and Ulta and sold the brand for a staggering $255 million in 2019. In today's episode, we chatted about  Alli's latest book, The Messy Truth, her mindset shift from managing a single location to scaling Drybar to over 160 salons nationwide, and discussed the signs of burnout that ultimately led to what she calls “her great depression.” Plus, Alli pulls back the curtain of what was really happening behind closed doors during the peak of her success and she shares a sneak peek about what's next for her (spoiler: a new haircare business!). 

Drybar co-founder Alli Webb turned her side hustle as a hair stylist into a business concept now thriving nationwide. She talks with host Jeff Berman about scaling Drybar, launching and then selling a hair care product line, and how she thinks about franchising. Alli also reflects on getting personal in her memoir The Messy Truth, and why she's doing things differently in her new endeavor, a massage concept called Squeeze.Read a transcript of this episode: https://mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeCheck out The Messy Truth here: https://www.alliwebb.com/the-messy-truth-shop/p/country-feast-set-3nybt-6xden-cehseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've gone to get a blowout, you most likely stepped foot into a Drybar - founded by this week's guest, Alli Webb. Drybar was a revolutionary concept that transformed the hair care industry by focusing exclusively on blowouts. What started as a single mobile service grew into a national brand with over 150 locations and a line of professional hair products. So why did Alli decide to sell the company? And how did selling the company lead to an identity crisis? On this episode of She Pivots, Alli answers that question plus: how Drybar started as a mobile business so she could “get out of the house for a couple hours”; how her professional life changed as a result of her son's mental health struggles and loss of her mother to cancer; dealing with depression; taking her power back by writing her bestselling book, “The Messy Truth”; and candid insights into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.   She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Alli, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alli Webb is the founder of DryBar & Author of The Messy Truth. You can listen to her full length episode HERE on Apple and HERE on Spotify.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you love the look of a big, bouncy blowout... chances are you've heard of Drybar, the salon that revolutionized the industry with its exclusive focus on blowouts. Loved not only by women across America, but also by celebrities like Julia Roberts, Zooey Deschanel and Jennifer Garner, Drybar became a sensation.But the story behind this $255 million idea might surprise you…Alli Webb, Drybar founder, recounts her path from starting out having no clue what she wanted to do to twisting-and-turning her way through various job possibilities to embarking on the journey to launch this ground-breaking business.(Lest you feel like you should have it "all figured out" right away... think again!)The part of her story you may have heard before is the "female founder finds the white space, builds an empire, and makes an epic $255m exit" story. The part you may not know.... underneath it all, there was the realization that her marriage was failing and her teenage son was battling drug addiction.Alli shares her story, including the dark, messy truth about the parts that didn't look "perfectly coiffed." If you're struggling with life feeling less-than-perfect these days and wondering where to find the strength to keep going... tune in to hear Alli's gems, including: her advice for other entrepreneurs, how she overcame challenges like imposter syndrome, and how to find gratitude for both the obstacles and wins you're bound to face.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Entrepreneurship is often glorified as a path to success, freedom, and fulfillment. While it can certainly lead to those outcomes, the reality is far more nuanced and messy. In today's episode, we sit down with Alli Webb, entrepreneur and best-selling author, as she shares hard lessons from her entrepreneurial pursuits. Alli is a dynamic entrepreneurial force known for her transformative impact on the beauty industry and beyond. She is also passionate about sharing her insights and experiences with others. Her upcoming book, The Messy Truth, will offer valuable wisdom and inspiration from her entrepreneurial journey. In our conversation, we delve into her new book and learn the truth behind her entrepreneurial success. From the breakdown of her marriage to her son's struggles with addiction, we uncover her true entrepreneurial journey. We also hear why she recommends trying different career paths, the value she saw in PR for brands, and how she shifted from founder to media personality. Discover her approach to choosing which companies to work with, how she decides what role she wants to take on in the company, and how she balances the demands of each. Gain insights into the benefits and responsibilities that come with a company, how the startup landscape has changed, what she has planned for the future, and more. Tune in now! 

In this episode, Sarah Wilson shares all about surviving a heart attack at 42 and how it made her realize the importance of taking care of herself. We discuss mom guilt, why self-care is NOT selfish & how to REALLY start living through all the messy moments in life.Listen to Sarah's Podcast: Everything's MessyWant to activate your healing journey? Follow these 5 steps:1. Get on my email list for the latest details on new free masterclasses, upcoming offerings and in-person retreats! PLUS all the unfiltered & uncensored 4-1-1 that 's not safe for socials. SIGN ME UP!2. Follow my socials @lesliedraffin OR @thelightwithinpodcast3. Join my online community The Sanctuary. This is for you if you want to awaken your power & purpose through connecting with pleasure, healing your womb, embodying your divine feminine & expanding consciousness through mindful microdosing. JOIN HERE & GET ONE MONTH FREE WITH CODE: THELIGHTWITHIN4. Book a free 1:1 discovery call with me if you're ready to dive deeper BOOK A FREE 1-ON-1 CALL WITH LESLIE NOW 5. Download my free microdosing guide CLICK HERE( Includes: eBook & guided meditation. )

When we talk about the question of whether women can have it “all,” successful careers, thriving marriages, and families, the messy truth is often, no, at least not all at the same time.  Alli Webb, founder of Drybar found that out the hard way when her business blew up seemingly overnight. She shares what fame, attention, and obsession with building a brand cost her and how she found herself again in the wake of the fallout. In Mailbag, a listener asks if using roadside assistance too many times in a year can cause an increase in her car insurance. Another listener has a question about whether or not she should stay in her marital home post-divorce or sell it and build up her savings for retirement.   Chapters: 0:00: Introduction 03:13 Drybar: From Mobile Business to Brick-and-Mortar 08:14 The Rapid Growth of Drybar and the Cost of Success 21:55 Success and How It Impacted Alli's Relationships 27:19 Deciding to Let Go of Drybar 31:26 Finding Validation from Within 31:32: Transition to Mailbag 34:58: Listener Question: Auto Insurance and Roadside Assistance 37:29: Listener Question: Mortgage vs. Savings Post-Divorce Takeaways: Figuring out your greatest passions can lead to a successful business idea. Scaling a business quickly can be both exciting and overwhelming. Finding balance between work and personal life is crucial for happiness and well-being, especially as an entrepreneur. Excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment are key to building a loyal customer base.  Success in business can sometimes lead to problems in personal relationships, and it's important to recognize and address these issues. Learning to look inward and understand oneself is crucial for personal growth. Having a community of like-minded entrepreneurs can provide support, guidance, and solutions to common challenges. Going through difficult times can lead to self-discovery and personal growth, ultimately leading to a happier and more fulfilling life. Join the HerMoney community! For the latest episode drops and financial news-you-can-use, subscribe to our newsletter at Hermoney.com/subscribe! The HerMoney with Jean Chatzky podcast is sponsored by Edelman Financial Engines. The podcast team and its host are neither employees nor clients of EFE, however, the show does receive fixed compensation and is a paid endorser and therefore has an incentive to endorse EFE and its planners. To learn more about the sponsorship, please visit PlanEFE.com/HerMoney. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast, and to learn more about Airwave, head to www.airwavemedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Pedro interview Ant Mellor to get to grips with the crazy two years at Chelsea since Abramovich had to sell the club to Clearlake. They talk about Poch losing his rizz Buying crocked players Losing gems to Arsenal Players nearly being amazing Having the chance to derail Arsenal. If you want more content like this, advert free, with bonus bits, sign up to Patreon! You can get the Wolves On The Whistle there! https://www.patreon.com/TheArsenalOpinion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Creating a successful business is a formidable journey on its own, but what happens when you have to let go of it because your life is unravelling at the seams? This guest has a remarkable story to share, so good that we are re-airing a recent episode featuring Alli Webb, the visionary founder behind Drybar, whose iconic blowouts have graced the locks of Hollywood's elite, from Zooey Deschanel to Julia Roberts.Alli's achievements are nothing short of astonishing. She's been celebrated in prestigious publications like Fast Company, Fortune, Marie Claire, and Inc., and she's penned a bestselling book. And she accomplished all of this before hitting forty.But beneath the glitz and glamour, success exacted its toll. Alli found herself navigating the shattering of her marriage, the heartbreaking journey of her fourteen-year-old son, and a growing sense of emptiness in her thriving business.Falling into the depths of depression, Alli made a pivotal decision – to sell her beloved venture and embark on a journey of self-discovery, where she would confront her raw, unfiltered truth. A few months ago, she launched a book titled “The Messy Truth."Through embracing her authentic self, Alli discovered that life unfolds in the moments between laughter and tears and that there's beauty in every imperfect chapter. Tune in as we dive into her incredible story of resilience, reinvention, and the power of embracing vulnerability. Enjoy listening to this conversation for the first, or second time.This season of our podcast is brought to you by TD Canada Women in Enterprise. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Please find out how you can benefit from their support! Visit: TBIF: thebrandisfemale.com // TD Women in Enterprise: td.com/ca/en/business-banking/small-business/women-in-business // Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebrandisfemale

In this episode, Dr. Fiona Peters and Denise Cooper engage in a thought-provoking discussion on embracing ADHD and neurodiversity. Dr. Peters shares her personal journey of self-acceptance and the impact of her ADHD diagnosis on her life.We explore the challenges Dr. Peters faced before her diagnosis, its toll on her self-worth, and the transformative power of self-acceptance. Discover how embracing your uniqueness can lead to a more fulfilling life.Dr. Peters emphasizes the importance of energy, vitality, and freedom for productivity and success. She believes that individuals with ADHD possess untapped potential, and Denise Cooper emphasizes the value of self-discovery for everyone.Learn how to recognize ADHD traits in yourself or others by reflecting on childhood experiences, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, and career challenges. Dr. Peters encourages self-acceptance, kindness, and self-care for those who relate to ADHD traits.The discussion also touches on the role of managers in supporting employees with ADHD traits. Discover strategies for open communication, accommodation, and providing feedback that empowers neurodivergent team members. Dr. Peters highlights the need for HR departments to create inclusive workplaces.Audience Takeaways:Insights into embracing ADHD and neurodiversity.The power of self-acceptance and self-care.Recognizing ADHD traits in yourself or others.Strategies for supporting neurodivergent employees in the workplace.From documentaries to PhDs, Dr. Fiorna Peters isn't afraid to dive deep. Now, she's a leading expert on Neurodiversity and the power of inclusion in workplaces and families. Her lived experience as a mixed-race woman shapes her unique perspective on belonging and thriving.Diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, Fiorna doesn't just speak about neurodiversity, she embodies it. Her creativity, hyperfocus, and communication skills are superpowers she harnesses to unlock the talents of others, whether through her bestselling books, engaging talks, or insightful consulting.Tune in to meet a thought leader who challenges norms and champions belonging. Dr. Fiorna Peters will inspire you to embrace your quirks and create environments where everyone can thrive. You can connect with Dr. Peters via LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/dr-fiona-peters-frsa-9a55a876

This week on Real Talk with Rachael, I'm chatting with my friend, Cynthia Yanof. Cynthia is a wife, mother, podcaster, blogger, and everyday girl who is ridiculously committed to not taking herself too seriously. She currently hosts the popular MESSmerized podcast; many Christians are familiar with her work for ChristianParenting.org, as well as her time as the creator and host of the ministry's Pardon the Mess podcast. Cynthia worked as an attorney before pursuing a career encouraging and equipping women in their God-given callings. She loves speaking, writing, foster care, and hanging out in Dallas with her husband Mike and three kids. Key Points from Our Conversation: Cynthia wrote the book after growing up in a Christian household and realizing she had faith on Sundays and in big moments but struggled to understand what everyday faith looked like; faith in the messy middle. "If your theology doesn't meet up with your reality then it's not a theology at all, it's just good advice.” Often in the messy times, it seems the Lord is quiet when you know He could act. In those moments, it's important to remember all the time God has been faithful. He doesn't remove the hardship from us, He uses it to show us His faithfulness. Don't focus on the promising future, live in the cherished present - that is where God has intentionally placed you. Lies are being fed to us and we need to slow down and assess how they're impacting our faith. Question what you believe and assess if it's true. With self-awareness and input from her trusted community, Cynthia identified 3 lies that were shaping her life - ordinary isn't enough, everyone has to love and accept me, and her worth is determined by the success and failure of her kids. We have to start valuing quality over quantity, especially with friendships. You cannot be all things to all people. Be driven by what is significant at the moment and what has eternal value, not something you're holding from the past. Wherever life is off-script, God is still in it. Lean in now; don't wait for a better time to do the hard important stuff. Allow God to create His bigger picture out of the mess. Let's Get Real Practical: Read Matthew 19 and consider these two questions - What do you need to let go of? What are you holding on tightly to? Connect with Cynthia: website | Instagram | Facebook Connect with Rachael: website | Instagram | Facebook

Last month, President Biden announced the federal government would temporarily stop approving new export terminals for liquified natural gas. The move was hailed as a victory by climate activists and lamented by fossil-fuel companies. But what will the pause mean for the climate — really? Will it stop exports from rising in the near-term, and can we say with any certainty whether it will make carbon emissions go up or down? In this inaugural episode of Shift Key, Robinson Meyer, the executive editor of Heatmap News, and Jesse Jenkins, an energy systems expert and professor at Princeton University, unpack the president's decision and try to figure out what — if anything — it means for the climate. Mentioned:Research by Shuting Yang, et al.Robert Howarth's unpublished paper on natural gas's effect on the climateBill McKibben's reaction to news of the pauseThe People on the Front Lines of the LNG Fight, by Jeva LangeThe Biden administration's fact sheet on the approval pauseJesse's upshift, Jesse's downshift. Rob's upshift, Rob's downshift. —-This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by KORE Power and Advanced Energy United…KORE Power provides functional solutions that push the front line of the transition to clean energy and form the backbone of the decarbonized future worldwide. KORE Power's manufacturing capabilities and robust portfolio of products provide the commercial, industrial, utility and defense markets with next-generation battery cells, advanced energy storage systems that scale to grid+, intuitive asset management, and EV power and charging infrastructure support. Learn more at Korepower.comAdvanced Energy United educates, engages, and advocates for policies that allow our member companies to compete to power our economy with 100% clean energy. We work with decision makers at every level of government as well as regulators of energy markets to achieve this goal. The businesses we represent are lowering consumer costs, creating thousands of new jobs every year, and providing the full range of clean, efficient, and reliable energy and transportation solutions. Learn more at info.advancedenergyunited.org/heatmapMusic for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allison Webb is the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill. She is currently writing her second book “The Messy Truth” and resides in Los Angeles, CA with her two sons. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There's no one way to achieve success, and there's no one way to find happiness. There's so many paths to take. You just have to find the right one for you. 2. Being more authentic and vulnerable is a better way to build a much stronger and more connected team. 3. The messy truth of it all is that success can be great, but then, how are you taking care of yourself and your personal life. Get Alli's book. The Messy Truth: How I Sold My Business for Millions but Almost Lost Myself - The Messy Truth Sponsors HubSpot: Starting your year off strong and accomplishing goals like increasing revenue and faster growth starts with the right selling tools. And for that, there's the all new Sales Hub from HubSpot! Head to HubSpot.com/sales to try it for free! Thrivetime Show: Is this your year?! Visit ThrivetimeShow.com to see testimonials of how Clay Clark's business coaching has helped over 2,000 entrepreneurs to dramatically increase profitability! Then, schedule your free consultation!

Allison Webb is the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill. She is currently writing her second book “The Messy Truth” and resides in Los Angeles, CA with her two sons. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There's no one way to achieve success, and there's no one way to find happiness. There's so many paths to take. You just have to find the right one for you. 2. Being more authentic and vulnerable is a better way to build a much stronger and more connected team. 3. The messy truth of it all is that success can be great, but then, how are you taking care of yourself and your personal life. Get Alli's book. The Messy Truth: How I Sold My Business for Millions but Almost Lost Myself - The Messy Truth Sponsors HubSpot: Starting your year off strong and accomplishing goals like increasing revenue and faster growth starts with the right selling tools. And for that, there's the all new Sales Hub from HubSpot! Head to HubSpot.com/sales to try it for free! Thrivetime Show: Is this your year?! Visit ThrivetimeShow.com to see testimonials of how Clay Clark's business coaching has helped over 2,000 entrepreneurs to dramatically increase profitability! Then, schedule your free consultation!

Join Sydney and Maddie from Team RMG this week as they dive into the exciting details of the upcoming Renaissance Women's Summit! Set to take place on Saturday, February 24th, 2024, at Vanderbilt University's Center for Innovation, The Wond'ry in Nashville, this summit promises to be a dynamic blend of empowerment and education.Get ready for an inspiring lineup featuring prominent women entrepreneurs sharing insights on vital topics including business legal protection, finance, accounting, and the ever-important discussion on raising capital. Discover how leading women entrepreneurs are championing for more than the current 2% of venture capital allocated to women—a hot topic slated for discussion during the Show Her The Money panel.As part of the summit weekend, don't miss the screening of the award-winning film on Sunday, February 24th, alongside the enlightening sessions. Plus, brace yourself for an unforgettable keynote session featuring none other than Alli Webb, the visionary founder behind DryBar, who will reveal her "Messy Truth" and the journey that led to selling her company for a staggering $255 million.Tickets to this highly anticipated event are now available for purchase! Hurry, as seats for this sought-after summit sell out year after year. Secure your spot today using code 'PODCAST' for an exclusive 20% discount on tickets at www.therenaissancewomenssummit.com. Don't miss out on this empowering experience!Support the showAbout Renaissance Marketing Group: Renaissance Marketing Group is a full-service social media marketing agency based in Nashville. The Renaissance team is made up of a talented group of passionate creatives and marketers, committed to the success of their clients and passionate about helping business owners succeed. Founded in 2014, the woman-owned company delivers proven social media marketing results. Their services include social media management, content creation, paid digital advertising, email marketing, influencer marketing, graphic design, branding, professional photography and videography, digital marketing strategy, podcast production, and more. Renaissance is committed to influencing optimal revenue and online growth, while exceeding their client's expectations. In 2021, Renaissance announced the launch of their nonprofit, The Mona Lisa Foundation. The Mona Lisa Foundation was created from a love and passion for supporting women on their entrepreneurial journeys and focuses on offering mentorship, marketing, and business education, grant money, and community to Nashville-based women business owners.Renaissance is the host of the Renaissance Women's Summit, a day-long conference for women entrepreneurs looking to level up in all areas of their business. Learn more: www.renaissancemarketinggroup.com

Learn from Alli Webb, the essential strategies for successfully maneuvering through the startup landscape. She is the co-founder of Drybar, Squeeze, and Becket & Quill, and is an absolute rockstar in the business industry. As always, Marketing Legends is ad-free and this week's episode includes…The common mess that comes with startupsTrying without all the answersMaintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversityHow to get out of your own way in businessFor 43 minutes, learn from Alli Webb about embracing the challenges of startups, the value of diving in without having all the answers, and maintaining resilience in tough times. Alli's path to success is a fun one. This episode is a must-watch!What makes Alli Webb a legend? Alli Webb is best known for revolutionizing the beauty industry with Drybar, a blowout-only salon concept since its inception in 2010. Webb also dedicates herself to mentoring in the beauty and wellness industry, leveraging her extensive experience and success. Some of Alli's other accomplishments include:Featured on the cover of Inc. Magazine, while also being named among the “100 Most Creative People in Business” by Fast Company and listed on Fortune magazine's “40 Under 40”.Has expanded into numerous successful ventures beyond Drybar like Squeeze, Becket & Quill, and CanopyA New York Times bestselling author, with her second book, “The Messy Truth”, out nowBeing a strong advocate for combining personal well-being with professional successAlli Webb's status as a Marketing Legend is cemented by her unique approach to branding, customer experience, and innovative business strategies. Her marketing genius lies in her ability to create distinct brand identities that resonate deeply with her target audiences. If you're an entrepreneur, this is the episode for you!

Struggling to part ways with your crap? Is your car's back seat more landfill than vehicle, a-la Brian? If you've got ADHD, there might be a connection! Join the gang this week as they unravel the fascinating discoveries from a recent study delving into the intricate link between Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Hoarding Disorder. Feeling a bit lonely and finding solace in Joffrey Baratheon's company? Well, first things first, maybe it's time for better friends. But secondly, it could hint at loneliness. In this week's edition of WHAT THE HELLTH?!, Unblinded by the light! Jer shares an incredible story to encourage a moment of reflection. Sometimes, the seemingly impossible might just be entirely possible. Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN

Struggling to part ways with your crap? Is your car's back seat more landfill than vehicle, a-la Brian? If you've got ADHD, there might be a connection! Join the gang this week as they unravel the fascinating discoveries from a recent study delving into the intricate link between Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Hoarding Disorder. Feeling a bit lonely and finding solace in Joffrey Baratheon's company? Well, first things first, maybe it's time for better friends. But secondly, it could hint at loneliness. In this week's edition of WHAT THE HELLTH?!, Unblinded by the light! Jer shares an incredible story to encourage a moment of reflection. Sometimes, the seemingly impossible might just be entirely possible. Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN

On this episode of Positive University Jon sits down with the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill, Alli Webb. In 2010, Drybar exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand growing to over 150 locations and highly successful product line, which sold for $255 million in 2020. Staying true to her signature approach to beauty and self-care, Squeeze, follows suit in the affordable luxury space as innovative massage concept. Webb also proudly serves as a Board member, investor, and advisor.  Webb joined forces with LA based jewelry designer Meredith Quill to build yet another new company now known as Becket + Quill. It's high end, not high spend jewelry company.  Most recently, Webb joined the Canopy team as President. Canopy's super chic, reimagined humidifiers are making big waves in the beauty industry and innovative beauty device category.  Webb currently serves as an Advisor and Investor in The Feel-Good Company's newest brand, Brightside - A brighter take on infrared yoga & saunas. Brightside's flagship location is now open in Culver City, CA. Webb is a board member of several other companies including The Onsite Foundation, Ideal Image and The Bardot and also serves as an Advisor for Glowbar and Bumo.  Webb has been on the cover of Inc Magazine's “How I Did This” issue, named the “100 Most Creative People in Business” by Fast Company, featured on Fortune magazine's “40 Under 40” list, Marie Claire's “Most Fascinating Women” and recently Inc. magazine recognized her as one of “The 100 Women Building America's Most Innovative and Ambitious Businesses.”  Webb recently released her second book, "The Messy Truth,” which is a USA Today bestseller, and resides in Los Angeles, CA with her two sons.  

Zibby interviews Alli Webb, founder of the world-famous blowout salon chain, Drybar, about her empowering and insightful memoir, THE MESSY TRUTH: HOW I SOLD MY BUSINESS FOR MILLIONS BUT ALMOST LOST MYSELF. Alli shares what it was like to start a business that took off seemingly overnight. She also discusses the struggles she faced in her marriage and with her teenage son, who had to enter rehab, and how she eventually spiraled into a deep depression. She emphasizes the importance of transparency and the impact of sharing her story with others, especially other women who might be going through similar experiences. Finally, she describes her current projects, which include a new massage concept (Squeeze) and a humidifier company (Canopy).Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3TdJkHtShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Baylor discusses the misconception that success is easily achieved. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the hard work behind the polished finished product, sharing his own process of preparing for speeches and the reality behind his seemingly perfect virtual talks. Baylor encourages listeners not to compare themselves to others but to focus on doing the small things well, reminding them that everyone goes through a messy process to achieve success.

To say Alli Webb is a force is an understatement and she is laying it all out in her new book- The Messy Truth: How I Sold My Business For Millions but Almost Lost Myself. In this passion-filled, entertaining conversation I had with Alli during a LIVE podcast event in Boston to wrap up her East Coast book tour, we talk all things from the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, why balance is BS to our favorite old school hair tools and Alli's hidden talents. Alli revolutionized the hair industry in 2010 when Drybar exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand growing to over 150 locations and a highly successful product line, which sold for $255 million in 2020.  In her book The Messy Truth, Webb invites readers into her world as an entrepreneur, a mother, and a partner, examining with startling humor and wisdom the truths and fictions we tell ourselves and others as we learn to embrace the mess of life. Alli's other ventures include holding the role of President at Canopy, and Co-Founder of Squeeze, Brightside, and Becket + Quill.  She is also a Co-Founder of The Blueprint Mastermind, an intimate mastermind where she is coaching women entrepreneurs all across the country looking to take their businesses to the next level. BUY The Messy Truth Learn more about The Blueprint Mastermind Alli Webb Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to turn your next big idea into a household brand with Alli Webb. Ever wished you had a personal stylist to give you a fabulous blowout before recording your next live video or digital course? Just imagine that confidence boost!  Now, you might be wondering what a blowout has to do with marketing. Well, let me tell you about Alli Webb, the queen of blowouts and the brilliant mind behind Drybar, the most iconic blowout business ever!  Alli's here to share her journey, from her days as a hairstylist to starting a family to selling Drybar and all the lessons learned in between. Her new book, The Messy Truth (don't you love that title?) is a must-read if you're looking for an authentic picture of what entrepreneurship actually looks like – the good, the bad, and the ugly!  With over 150 locations, a successful line of products, and a multi-million dollar household brand, Alli's story is a prime example of turning your dreams into reality. She reminds you that perfection is overrated and that you don't have to have everything figured out to build something incredible.  In this episode, Alli tells you all about:  4:06: The highs and lows of building Drybar's successful brand  11:57: How Drybar grew in an already saturated industry  20:00: Tips for delegating and letting go of control with confidence  26:13: Drybar's bright yellow brand and memorable marketing  30:30: The importance of learning as you go  33:22: Advice for being present in your personal life while building your business  37:24: Why The Messy Truth is for both new and seasoned entrepreneurs  Remember my friend – it's never too late to start, and there are no wrong turns in your entrepreneurial journey. So, listen to the episode, stay persistent, and make your dreams a reality, just like Alli did! Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy."

In today's episode of Building Texas Business, we have an inspiring discussion with Tram Nguyen, the passionate founder of Living Good Candle Company. She shares her journey of launching a natural candle company and the power of her dedicated team. Tram describes the challenges of breaking into retailers like Amazon and Walmart and her three-month struggle that led to reinstating her Amazon account. We discuss her unique empathy-driven leadership approach and strategies for understanding the market. In wrapping up, Tram shares advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and her future plans. Additionally, we hear about her growth habits, first job at Chick-fil-A, and love of Texas barbecue. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS We discuss the entrepreneurial journey of Tram Nguyen, the founder of Living Good Candle Company, and her commitment to using natural ingredients in her products. Tram shares her experiences of getting her products featured on major platforms like Amazon and Walmart and the challenges that come with it. We delve into Tram's unique approach to leadership which emphasizes empathy, understanding, and active listening, contributing to her company's growth. Tram talks about the importance of a dedicated team and thorough market understanding for any budding entrepreneur. We touch upon Tram's strategies for budgeting and the difficulties she faces in accessing capital for her business. Tram offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of hard work and life balance. We discuss Tram's personal habits for growth, including her love for reading and participating in a book club. She also shares her first job experience at Chick-fil-A. Tram shares her future plans for Living Good Candle Company, including product line expansion and increasing automation. We discuss the process of building relationships with big-name retailers like Amazon and Walmart and the importance of constant and timely communication. Tram talks about the setbacks she faced, including losing her Amazon account and her efforts to recover it, emphasizing the importance of resilience in entrepreneurship. LINKSShow Notes Previous Episodes About BoyarMiller GUESTS Tram Nguyen About Tram TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Chris: In this episode you'll meet Tram Nguyen, founder of Living Good Candle Company. Tram talks about the importance of understanding your market before starting a company and how the power of a team can help you realize your goals. Tram, I want to welcome you on to Building Texas Business. Thanks for being here today. Tram: Thank you, Chris. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be in this podcast. It's a really great to be here today. Chris: So tell us, you started a company on your own and it's a candle company. Tell us about Living Good Candle. Tram: Is that it? Yes, tell us about that. So I'm actually starting out my career as a chemical engineer. So I'm making many difficult products for lives, from plastic to car material, and now I'm making composite for airplane. So I've been making, producing so many useful products, and then suddenly, when I am a person that's really into candles I've burned a lot of candles throughout my whole life and then I got really bad headache from it and then I have to take a stop from burning any candle completely, and during that time I take a step back doing more research about what's going on in the candle industry and find out a lot of misconception or misunderstanding about different time material going to candles. And that's the reason why I decided to start a candle company that only make candles with be wires and only, and we make our own oil too. So we control everything into a product and we transparent about that to our customer, because I wanted the customer, when they burn the candle, not only feel good, but they know that they're not putting their health at risk. Chris: So your passion for candles is what kind of led you to start the company? Tram: Yeah, exactly. Chris: So you mentioned that. So what are the things that got you to? I guess you sound like you control the product mix so that it's more natural than having, I guess, bad chemicals in there. Tram: Yeah, it's 100% natural. Everything you make with be wires and we have the lab in Houston that make our custom oil. So I will come to the lab, I test all of them, reading or I smell them, go, improve all of the things going through with it and then approve them before we, you know, with them in the candle. So we also send our candle to the lab to test them to make sure no suit, no emission, no elegance, and because I have really bad allergy too. So that's the reason why I want a product that you know would my my at peace, knowing that it's not bringing bad chemical to my house. Chris: That's impressive. So when did you start the company? Tram: I started in last year. It took me a while to figure out the recipe. Seeing be wise a little bit difficult to handle, so I spent a lot of time testing it and work with a lot of vendor. So now all of our be was up from not Carolina and we have built trust with our vendor. And then you know, yeah, we've been around for a year and a half now. Chris: Okay, so your candles are all beeswax, and so what did you do to get the company started? Is it self funded? Tram: Yeah, it's actually self funded. So I spent all of my money from my night to five job with them all into the business. I work day and night, like weekend, no day off, and then, you know, put some of my seven on it. But as my plan for next year, we're working on some fund it. We're working towards some bank try to get the business fund it so we can spend them, because right now we focus on Amazon and Walmart, but my next year will be roll into the retail, so we will need a little bit more fun for that. Chris: Okay, so right now, the products excuse me are on. You find them at Walmart or Amazon yeah. What has that been like, dealing with those two to try to get into their system, and you know the logistics of having to be a vendor for Amazon and Walmart. Tram: You know what funny actually use the world for Amazon report. I use the world for Amazon. I used to be their operation manager, so I managed their warehouse and logistics, so I understand how it's work. That's why when I start the company, the first thing I do is I want my company as e-commerce because you know, I don't want to ship our product by myself, and the process again to Amazon is a hustle. You have to. You have to do everything right from day one with Amazon and we improve out the year, a year and a half. We get a lot of customers from all over the country. We do have some customers even from outside the country, but just our candle on Amazon and our Amazon sell it from 87% of previous customers. That's mean we build really big, you know, portfolio on our Amazon and then from there, when we're getting the profit from Amazon, we come back and talk to Walmart. Walmart will be a little bit harder to get in because they will require you to be at a certain revenue. So we come back, talk to them, convince them and now we like Walmart. Yeah, it's a lot of challenge dealing with, you know, those two big e-commerce website, because you have to do everything right and make sure that you know you don't get your company suspended and stuff. Chris: Very good. So let's kind of go back to this. Last year, or maybe even before you started business, you were doing a bunch of research. You said Talk to us about you know if there's entrepreneurs out there maybe that have just started what you're doing or thinking about it. What are some of the lessons that you learned? Maybe some bumps in the road that you encountered and how you got past those in starting this company. Tram: I think I make a lot of mistakes. I do think like that. The first thing I make mistake about is, you know, the lack of understanding of the market research Like even though I'm really good at production testing product but you know the lack of understanding of why people are looking forward. First Challenge Gina. For like three, four months we wasn't able to really push the sale up to where I wanted to be when I get started. So you know, if any intravenous want to start a side business or a business, the first thing to do we understand the market, understand your customer, and then the second thing will be understand your. You know the power of being in a team. I used to do everything by myself. I used to do candle pouring, production, packing, marketing, everything and then at one point I got burned out and that's the reason why I always say you cannot start a business by yourself. It's always needs help, you know from your teammate. And that's when we started bringing in more people, because my sale, my family and even my boyfriend got burned out. Everybody got burned out from helping me and that's why I'm like, okay, this is time for me to hire more people, and then I take in time, interview people and bring in some people to the team. Chris: So that's a great segue, so it does take a good team right at any company. So let's now talk about what were some of the things you did through, say, the interview process, to make sure you were hiring the right people to join your team. Tram: That's a hard question. Actually, I make a lot of bad hire at first because of the rushing feeling you know you got burned out and then I'm like, oh my god, I need help, I need help, and then we just take whatever. But then it's actually creating more problems down the line because I don't understand who I work with. And since I have my night to fight, I do looking for somebody that independent and can be at a warehouse by themselves. So in the interview I have conversation with them, I'm making sure that they okay. Working with the warehouse setting you know where it can hit can be a little bit of problem and it's you just have to look around for until you find a right one. So I, when I'm making so many bad hire, I take a step back. I say I'm not hiring more people. I try to do it by myself. I'm taking my time looking for a right person and then from there you know you just have to take your time talking to people, try to understand the goal. And one of my thing is I love hiring students because you know I used to be a student and working part-time, so I hiring them at part-time and right now we only have part-time worker. We didn't have anybody full-time yet. But you know I start with students because I like the curiosity of them and you know they want, they want to do the best. Chris: The young energy. Tram: I think so too. Chris: Well, I think you mentioned something that's true, I think, when you, when you're hiring out of what I'll call desperation, right, yeah you tend to overlook some things, and that yeah tends to lead to maybe bad hiring decisions as opposed to taking your time yeah and and really digging in to get to know someone and make sure they fit. You know the fundamental priorities of your company yeah, it's important it's very important. You only, you only figure that out if you slow down. Tram: I think so too. Yeah, you need to slow down to go far. This is what I take. Yeah, you need to slow down, take one step at a time so you can go for it. Chris: So let's talk a little bit about your process, I guess, and making your product. Do you, do you feel like what you're doing? It kind of in the candle manufacturing space is somewhat innovative. Tram: When I first started, it's actually was really manual. I actually took it out, like you know wasn't really innovative or efficient, and I'd good love it to be. But you know, of course, that I have to do everything by hand so I can figure out where I can twist stuff around. And the thing is I really listen to my teammate. So I talk to my candle maker almost every day and we ask you know, how was the process? Anything we can make them better. And then you know, from there I start looking more into automation stuff and my goal for next year is so right now we're working on the design not a machine, but a machine. But this can help us to pull the candles, so it can help us to minimize the mistake. But you know, when I first started it wasn't really innovative. It's really manual hand pull everything. But you know, one step at a time, and I always say we look into the process, talk to our people and see what we can improve. Chris: Well, I think at some level, just the fact that you're making such a clean candle is somewhat innovative as well like different than what your competition is. Tram: Of course, yeah, but it costs a lot of problem too because when they so natural, you cannot, you cannot control a lot of them. But then we, I always tell my customer, you know there will be some. The candle can cracking. So that's the biggest issue of BWAS. It cracked really bad and we have to do everything to control our temperature, but it still happened. And I always tell my, I tried to educate my customer that this is a clean product. We didn't put anything else. So there may be some imperfection, but you know it put you at peace. Chris: Yeah, what would have been some of the challenges on that kind of marketing this new product? Yeah, what are some of those challenges and how are you trying to overcome them? Tram: That's the tough question. Yeah, it is. It's a lot of maybe a lot of education for customers because you know you can just go to Walmart and buy some candle that I can never commit with them, you know, but I always tell people you know breathing is so important. You breathe in your air every day, so make sure you rent something clean to your house and it takes a lot of time for customers to get used to the product, understand some of the issues that might happen to be what and accept it. And the thing we do is, whenever a customer feel like you know the candle wasn't looked at, it's a. When it reached out to me, I addressed the issue immediately and tried to explain to them what's going on, and also some media is the same thing we post about our behind the scenes, some of the challenging that we encounter when we're making be what candle and you know, because of all of those issues, it actually make it unique. So we really stand out because we were looking at a product and say it's so natural. I have a customer about our candle on Amazon for a year and a half came to a farmer market to see me in person. Chris: Really. Tram: Just because she told me she's so impressed with the product she had to come all the way to the farmer market to see me. Chris: Well, that that had to make you feel good. Yeah, so you're dealing with two of the biggest companies in the world. What are some of the things that you do to try to foster and grow those relationships with the people you're dealing with at Amazon and Walmart? Tram: I think the first thing we do, we, we I don't always say like when you start out with them, you have to do right from the beginning, we from from even our account, you know reservation. We make sure everything is correct, no mistake, or you know, and we have actually have two people dedicated to just handling Amazon and Walmart. It's just because that this is a really bulky system from them and you need to have certain understanding and I feel like sometimes I'm in and out so much. That's why I'm dedicated to people. Don't do anything, spend four hours a day taking care of Amazon and Walmart for me and you make sure that you follow the rules. They have a lot of policy and rule. You make sure you understand it. You make sure that you you know update about the news because it changed up around a lot. So the thing is, you keep your communication with them. When something pop up, something doesn't, you know, sound right to you, you reach out to them immediately and they're actually very helpful when you calmly reach out to them, you know, and they will definitely get to you. I love working with Amazon and Walmart. Chris: Well, I think you hit on something. I mean that the key is communicating right yeah uh constantly and and timely uh yeah so let's talk about you. There's always learning and setbacks. What's what's a setback that you've encountered kind of along this journey that you know you maybe didn't think you could overcome, but but you did and it's made you stronger and better. Uh, can you, can you think of anything to share? Tram: yeah. So, um, we actually lost our Amazon account beginning of the year. Oh, we thought, we thought, we thought it for three months. It's, it's a. It's a disappointing feeling. You know, I just wake up. I just went too bad. Wake up in the morning, my account gone completely, amazon couldn't look, fired and there were so many people involved. Um, I was thinking that, all right, you know, maybe Amazon, you're not right for me. I have to be out Amazon, grow outside of Amazon. I was so I was really negative, you know, at that time, because you're losing a really big part of three months beginning of year. Sure, that's really hard for me. And we still have candle and a way hand needs to be sell. So, you know, I need to think about what do I want to do with it. So what we do is I reach out to so many people. I reach out to Amazon, prove multiple way. I send them a letter, I reach out from Twitter. I do everything I can make sure I'm in contact with a right person and then, when I'm in contact with them, we try to bring in an Amazon lawyer to just have some help from them, you know, to speed up the process and I really fight for it to get my account back. It's a three month. It's a long three month in my whole life, every day. You know we didn't get the answer we need. They say we cannot be an Amazon again. And then suddenly you know they, we just have to keep trying, send them more email, send them more message. Um, try to be kind with them. Even we be frustrated, but we need them help, they help. So we keep reaching out for three months and then finally they say, all right, we let we. They have to allow me to open a new account, so they allow me to open a new account, transfer everything, but the thing that you have to restart. We love all of our customers. Um, I thought that I would be out Amazon completely because of frustration that I have with Amazon. But, taking a look back now, we have so many great customers, like we have so many customers that reach out to me personally and send another message because just how much they love the candles and you know the fact that the people go out their way to go to the final market to see us, making me feel like Amazon, bring my product closer to more customers, and we actually have some wholesale order from customers on Amazon. So we roll really big on Amazon. Chris: That's right. So your persistence paid off, right. Tram: Yeah. Chris: But I have to imagine that was a pretty trying time for you as a young entrepreneur to lose an account like that. Tram: Yeah, and the thing is you cannot over new account. The moment you over new account, you shut it out completely. So you have to do the right thing. Chris: How did the rest of your team respond during this time? Tram: They actually work in hard with me. So at that time you know my Amazon team working hard every day with me. Sometimes I have to be at work so I wasn't being on the phone with them, so they help me to take on a call with Amazon, follow up with them every day. And the thing is, I'm really grateful for the people that I work with. We have awesome team. I have to tell you that we cheer every single wins, like, let's say, we have really great read, like Friday during this weekend, and it's when it's so great. So you know, that's the thing. You just have to put trust in your team and then know that they will do the best for the business and I just have them like hey, I don't care what you do, what long we, you know, can come back and run again. It should be good. Chris: Yeah. So that kind of leads me to the subject of talking. Maybe you as a leader of this team. How do you try to show up as a leader for your team? Tram: I think the thing is I show that I care in understanding and listening because, you know so we have one of my teammates recently have some of the things happen outside of work which you know affect the candle, because he dropped so many candles on the floor because of, you know, his mind was so busy. But instead of me yelling or upsetting what I tried to do, I tried to be calm and learn from it and ask hey, what's the issue, you know, do you have any problem that you want to share with me? So the thing for me is you'll be there for them when something happened, talk to them, listen to them, text them, like every day. Even I am not at the warehouse, I'm still calling. You know my people has, hey, are you doing good? Or I'm making sure they drink water, and you know we could text them hitting no joke for me. So I'm making sure that I'm taking care of them in everything I can Like. If they need a day off, you know I can cover for them. Or that's the reason why, you know, when I need help, when I need long hours, they will be there for me, because I'm be there for them and I listen to them and I go out of my way to help them, you know. Chris: That's right so it sounds, you know, someone likes servant leadership right, yeah. To make sure that they're taken care of when? How would you describe your leadership style? Where have you learned over the years in your other career maybe to develop these leadership skills? Tram: That's a hard thing, because I think that I see this improvement on my leadership. Chris: It's an evolving process. Tram: Yeah, it's a lot, but when I went to work, graduated walking I've been through it with so many it worked with so many bars, worked with so many managers and throughout the year I worked with them, I figured out what do I lie from them and what I don't lie from them. And now when I have my business, I try to do whatever I like from the manager. I have a boss that used to be there for me. He's so nice, he was helping me so much he could send me a card for Christmas or Thanksgiving and that's really something that, beyond our manager and work, a relationship he goes out of his way to help me when I need. And that's what I want to do for my people too. I want to be a type leader that if something happened at work, the people can feel okay to tell me what's going on, like there will be no upset or no being too aggressive. I want to be a good listener to them too, and I'm still working on that. Chris: Sure, so you're somewhat of an empathetic leader where they yeah. And have you seen that kind of take hold with your employees? The culture is forming where everyone feels safe to share if something's going on. Tram: Yeah, we have a worker just dropped like 20 candles on the floor the other day. If it's won't be before I have a business, I will be really aggressive, really angry. But with me dealing with my so many people, I try to become and try to clean up and I really don't mind to go to clean up their mess. That's what I normally say if I have to. So I really go out of my way to help people and that's actually make people want to work with me and stay longer. And we see that too. We see that even. You know we're small business, we're not big cooperation, so sometimes it's hard for us to keep people. But all of the people are working with us until this point in two years and I can see that they still want to work with me. Chris: Yeah, so you've talked several times at least referenced, kind of plans you have for the next year. So what are kind of, when you look to the next year or next three to five, what are the plans and strategies that you are putting in place and what you hope to accomplish and where do you see this company in the near future? Tram: So every year, like so, right now, I'm doing my six month plan. So I'm working better when I plan everything out and I would encourage all intravenous. You know, do nothing about it, write them down in the paper, do the chart, do everything you can you have. I think, like you can only achieve your goal when your mind is all about it. So right now, everywhere, I could sit everywhere and I could write down. You know how much revenue I want for every single platform. So so my year for next, go for next five years. You know I want that we will become the candle brand, that when customers want a clean candle they will say living, good candle code. So we want we, of course, that we want to become, you know, the goalie. Everybody wants to become a multi-million company, right, but for me, the goalie. You know, when you want something clean, you think about us and that's and that's something that I work hard every day and we and we have to do. You know, be what is so expensive. That's why so many brand cannot make a profit with them. And every day I have to continue, improve, to make, to make sure that a product is profitable. And another thing is you know, you just have to keep you know, thinking about what you want to do in your, what's your end goal of everything, all the hard work, and one of our next year I want to roll out a very, very new product on the market. We we don't want to disclose yet. Chris: That's fine you don't have to tell your secrets. Tram: Yeah, we, you know we will be rolling them out on January, but I think it's really right around the corner. Yeah, so it's really big hit for the market. Chris: So everyone should be looking out. It'll be on Amazon. Tram: Yeah, we Amazon and Walmart and our website Enough, we will be at a farmer market too. So if you locally to Houston, you know, stop by saying hi to us. Chris: Which farmers market. You mentioned that a couple times, so which farmers market are you at? Tram: We are the market for maker. Okay, so they in the highs. That's either only market I'm doing right now, but next year I would love to do, you know, more family market. I love the feeling of going there, going out there, talking to a customer and have them smell. I can't know. Yeah, but back to the question. We have a lot of go for next year. We want it to be more automation. We don't want people to manually apply every single label or every single jar. So we're working with a company, you know, to try to automate our process. We would love to hiring one or two person full-time with us, and that's something I'm working on. And we would love to increase our capital too. And it's really you know when, when you want to go, big capital can be a problem. So I try to get it ready for that. Chris: Yeah, let's talk a little bit about that. What? What are some of the the things that you're doing to put in place to Access? Yeah additional capital. Tram: That's a hard question. So right now we still small and I, you know, and I mentioned I invest everything I make from nine to five into my psychic, like my kind of business all the money, all the serving. Another thing that I do a you know we sometimes we will ask help from friends and family and that's the only way that pretty much I'm doing right now to keep the company running. But of course it's still about us hustling. So we try to go to more farmer market, we try to do different things, expanding them on Amazon, like on tick tock we now have tick tock shop and Instagram. So we try to run, you know, expand them out to make a little bit money. But I'm very strict on how I spend it, so I'm budgeting everything. So right now I'm looking at the how much money I need for 2024 and that's helped me. That you know. Try to see where can I get all the old fun? Do I have to get it from the bank? Or you know, like it's a heart, I still try to figure out a capital part. Chris: Yeah, yeah. Well, I mean, it's a very important part of the new business right. I think what you mentioned a minute ago to budget very consciously and thoughtfully so you manage your expenses well. Yeah and that's gonna be important. When you go out for capital whether it's a bank or you know investor one wants to know you actually run in a good business. Tram: Yeah, of course I try to talk to some bank right now to to hopefully get a funded. Hopefully that will be, you know, something I can achieve next year. That's one of my goal. Chris: Okay, have you had any mentors kind of along the way in your career that have kind of Help, guide you or inspire you to do what you're doing now? Tram: I actually have a lot of mentor. I know so many people that I learned so much from them, and you know some people that they probably don't know me, but I learned them from their podcast. I listen some of your podcast to you, by the way. I try to know that, whatever the people do that I'm really enjoying. Like you, talk a lot about innovation and that is something that I really want us to be better at. I want us to be more. You know Concepts about how we can improve thing. So I guess one of my biggest mentor I have a mentor that meant to me how to sail on Amazon and he actually was the one that get me started. So I wish out to him, you know, talk to him about my desire, why I want to have this brain and why I want to start on Amazon, and he actually will help me from day one. So he guided me throughout the way and then I met some other mentor. You know, like we, I learned a lot from people more than most of me. More of the thing I learned is cell top. You know from YouTube. Chris: Well, you, I think, what you Find along the ways, you can kind of learn from everybody, right, I mean some more than others where there's a lot of you, if you're Observing enough and willing to pay attention, that there's always yeah sometimes learning is learning what not to do. Tram: Yeah, yeah, that's true, yeah, it's. We learn from our customers. We have customer that angry right, you know, because on Amazon, so people can just buy our product and change them up there by the next day. So we learn so much about our customer and the thing might go it to review our return rate to almost zero and, to be honest, we don't have a lot of return in the big market like that, but we still have some. And Every time that I have a customer return, I accept it, I reach out to them, I want them to tell me what's happened or what can I make them better, and I do think that dough feedback is something that you know make us better every day. Chris: That's good, I agree. So any One or two things you might tell an aspiring entrepreneur to to think about as they're About to step off and start a company, like you did a couple years ago. Any pointers? Tram: I did so. If I have, I would love to Tell this to all intrapreneur. I think having the business and actually running a business at two different things is a lot of hard work. You have to read yourself out there. I used to be so shy, you know, but I have to go out there hustling, selling stuff at family market, ringing my product out there for people to judging is, but the thing is, when you want to do great in your intrapreneur, you have to make sure that you, you know you just keep pushing, don't care about anybody else, just think about yourself and be in it. And the second one a do not ever think that you can do everything by yourself. It's impossible. They have to be balanced between your life, your work life and your family. And you want to make sure that you know when you at your high point in your career, you still feel happy because your family happy with you. So that's it. Two things that I would love people to think about when I started their internship. Chris: Those are two great things to share, so thank you for that. Listeners out there, well, thank you. Tram: So let's, let me ask you this what was your first job? My first job. I used to work in Chick-fil-A before. Okay, you know, so I can't learn a lot about value. Customer week my in my mind. Customer in my number one, my priority. Everything I do to make sure they happy. Chris: So if you, if you work there, you must have eaten the food a lot. Are you like, done with Chick-fil-A now? They get me every time yeah, yeah, what's not the like about it. So, keeping with the theme of food, do you prefer Tex-Mex or barbecue? Tram: You. Chris: Very good. Who doesn't like good barbecue? Tram: and Texas yeah. Chris: So are there any things that you do to kind of keep yourself up, like reading or you mentioned podcasts any business related books or podcasts you like to listen to that you share? Tram: I listen to. I read a lot of books, so I actually attend to a book club, so we wake up at 5am in the morning picking the book that we read. So right now I'm reading a book called the Messy Truth from Alie Wab. So that's a really new book. Chris: The Messy Truth. Tram: Yeah, the Messy Truth. So she talks about the behind the scene of intravenous and every new intravenous will find themselves in there. She talks about lots of dark side of the business the busy, the doubt about your business yourself. So if anybody wants to start intravenous, I think that's a good book to start with, Because it will help you to see that everybody out there having a small business dealing with the same thing that you're dealing with. Chris: It takes hard work, it takes courage and a little bit of you know willing to take a risk, right yeah. So that's great, I'm going to have to go check that book out. Tram: Yeah, they actually just released. Yeah, they actually just released, like last week, I think. Okay, yeah, so just now yeah, they just out. Chris: Well, tramp, thank you so much for being on the show. Enjoy hearing your story. Best of luck as you continue to grow, living in good camel company. Tram: Thank you. Thank you, Chris. I really appreciate the opportunity and, you know, really appreciate that you helping me here. Let me share my story and hopefully it can inspire many small business out there. Chris: No doubt it will Take care. Tram: Thank you. Special Guest: Tram Nguyen.

Self-Discovery, Transparency, Embracing Messiness - Join us as we explore Drybar co-founder and successful author Alli Webb's newest book, "The Messy Truth!" Alli sits down with me to share her personal journey as a businesswoman, mother, and partner. We tackle the pressures of being a woman, striving towards a healthy lifestyle through self-care, and prioritizing your mental health and well-being. Tune in to learn more about investing in yourself and overcoming the hurdles life throws your way! 

Alli Webb is the founder of Drybar, Canopy President, Co-Founder of Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill, as well as a New York Times Bestselling author. She joins the show to discuss her new book, The Messy Truth, in which she tells how she built Drybar, and how her life was imploding when she sold the company for $255 million in 2019. We talk about the reality of breakups and divorce, sending her son to rehab, alcoholism and addiction, specific tools to get through such hard times, going through pain in life and the duality of life being both hard and beautiful at the same time. This is an incredibly refreshing and candid conversation that serves as a reminder that we never know what anyone is going through behind closed doors, no matter what their life looks like on the outside. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Go to Chomps.com/BLONDE for 20% off your first order and free shipping.Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of VitaminD3k@ AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/blondefilesGo to VEGAMOUR.com/blonde and use code blonde at checkout for some of the biggest Black Friday and Cyber Monday salesGo to DrinkLMNT.com/Blonde to receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order when you purchase through our URLKajabi is offering a 30-day free trial to start your own business if you go to Kajabi.com/blondeShop urbanoutfitters.com and receive an additional 10% off when you use the code ARIELLE10Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How can you embrace the messiness of the human experience? Alli Webb, founder of Drybar, serial entrepreneur, NYT bestselling author, and business advisor returns to discuss the journey documented in her new book, The Messy Truth, which involves selling her business, going through divorce and her son's addiction, spiraling into depression, and piecing her life back together again. She shares how to navigate the wild pendulum of good days and bad days, how to stop seeking external validation, why it's okay to admit you don't have all the answers, how to have the courage to speak your truth, and how to wake up from being on autopilot so you don't miss the important things in life. - Join Cathy's Quilt Membership cathyheller.com/quilt - Get Alli's book, The Messy Truth: How I Sold My Business for Millions but Almost Lost Myself https://www.alliwebb.com/ - Follow Alli on Instagram @alliwebb  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Alli Webb is so much more than Drybar's co-founder; she inspires women and women entrepreneurs everywhere, more than she probably even realizes. We felt privileged to talk to Alli again, focusing on her newly released book "The Messy Truth". In it Alli shares many of her private moments publicly, like her marriage falling apart, her son entering rehab and her struggle with depression. The Messy Truth invites readers into her world as an entrepreneur, a mother, and a partner, examining with humor and wisdom the truths and fiction we tell ourselves and others as we learn to embrace the mess of life. The Messy Truth is available now, anywhere you can buy books. For more on Alli's journey, visit https://www.alliwebb.com/ and @alliwebb. Alli, thank you for this amazingly open and honest conversation!Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Follow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentBecome a Member of The Common Parent, our ultimate parenting toolkit for parents of teens and tweens for just $74.99/year: https://thecommonparent.comGet a FREE “Thoughts Between Us” Journal with The Common Parent Annual Membership: Click Here!Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel for our new cooking show and our #momtruth videos: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Claire brings on her client, Drybar co-Founder, Alli Webb, who recently wrote the book, The Messy Truth. The Messy Truth is all about how Alli got Drybar to a $255 million business in a short period of time, while also grieving the loss of her marriage, mother, and navigating a very scary and challenging time with her son.  Claire takes some gems of wisdom from The Messy Truth and applies it to dating with Alli on this episode... You won't want to miss this conversation that reveals you really don't need to have it all together in order to be successful.  Make sure you purchase a copy today!  https://www.amazon.com/Messy-Truth-Business-Millions-Almost/dp/1400333733

In this week's episode, we explore the riveting journey of Alli Webb, the brilliant mind behind Drybar, a venture that skyrocketed to success, gracing the tresses of celebrities like Zooey Deschanel, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Julia Roberts.Amidst the accolades from Fast Company, Fortune, Marie Claire, and Inc., and a bestselling book, Alli faced the unseen challenges of her personal life. As her marriage unraveled, her son entered rehab, and her once-thriving business lost its luster, Alli found herself navigating the depths of depression.In this raw and insightful conversation, she opens up about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the toll success can take on personal life, and the transformative power of embracing one's messy truth – the title of her new book, launching today, November 14. Join us as Alli shares her candid perspective on reinventing life, finding purpose beyond success, and navigating the tumultuous journey between laughter and tears. This episode is a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and the beauty found in embracing the messy truths that shape our lives. Tune in to discover the authentic and inspiring story of Alli Webb.This season of our podcast is brought to you by TD Canada Women in Enterprise. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Please find out how you can benefit from their support! Visit: TBIF: thebrandisfemale.com // TD Women in Enterprise: td.com/ca/en/business-banking/small-business/women-in-business // Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebrandisfemale

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Welcome on the show a conversation with Alli Webb. In this episode not only do we talk about the lessons she learned in building success, but as well the messiness that happened in between.   Alli Webb is the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill. In 2010, Drybar exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand growing to over 150 locations and a highly successful product line, which sold for $255 million in 2020. Staying true to her signature approach to beauty and self-care, Squeeze, follows suit in the affordable luxury space as an innovative massage concept. Webb also proudly serves as a Board member, investor, and advisor.  Most recently, Webb joined the Canopy team as President. Canopy's super chic, reimagined humidifiers are making big waves in the beauty industry and innovative beauty device category.  Webb currently serves as an Advisor and Investor in The Feel-Good Company's newest brand, Brightside - A brighter take on infrared yoga & saunas. Alli Webb has been on the cover of Inc Magazine's “How I Did This” issue, named the “100 Most Creative People in Business” by Fast Company, featured on Fortune magazine's “40 Under 40” list, Marie Claire's “Most Fascinating Women” and recently Inc. magazine recognized her as one of “The 100 Women Building America's Most Innovative and Ambitious Businesses.” Now she is welcoming her newest book “The Messy Truth” How she sold her business for millions but almost lost herself.  In this episode we talk about: Critical steps to take to bring a business idea into existence Slowing down so you can speed up How to best handle identity shifts Learning to embrace the messy Finding peace and acceptance for what is and much more Episode sponsor: The Podcast Playbook - Your Complete Step-By-Step Guide To Successfully Launch Your Podcast Without Overwhelm Find full show notes: https://ericalippy.com/alli-webb/ Find our guest at: Alli Webb | Website,  Instagram ,Facebook Buy her book: The Messy Truth Canopy  The Blueprint Mastermind Shop Becket and Quill Follow me on Social Media: Your Host: @ericalippy Podcast: @passionlovepursuit YouTube PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/

Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. It's full of failures, success, life changing realizations, and everything in between.  In this episode, I dive into the extraordinary entrepreneurial and personal journey of Alli Webb, the co-founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, and Co-Founder of Squeeze, Brightside, and Becket + Quill. Alli shares her remarkable story of going from professional hairstylist to business mogul, and the collective lessons that came with it. Alli's popular salon chain, Drybar, quickly gained fame and a celebrity following, but her personal life took a sharp downturn when her marriage crumbled, and her teenage son entered rehab unexpectedly. Despite the challenges, Alli decided to rebuild her life piece by piece and she opens up about how she confronted the root of her problems. Through her memoir, Alli aims to give listeners a glimpse behind the scenes of her journey, sharing the "good, the bad, and the ugly" of life as an entrepreneur. She reflects on the messy truths of life and her path to accepting them. Throughout the conversation, Alli highlights the importance of reevaluating one's priorities and going inward, finding meaning beyond the surface success. She emphasizes that no matter how well things seem on the outside, there's always something going on beneath the surface, and success can be achieved even amid life's messy moments. Join us as we discuss the lessons of entrepreneurship, the reinvention of self, and the quest to find balance between the highs and lows of life.     Shownotes:   Purchase Alli Webb's "The Messy Truth" https://www.amazon.com/Messy-Truth-Business-Millions-Almost/dp/1400333733   Find Alli On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliwebb/?hl=en   Alli's Website: https://www.alliwebb.com/   Purchase Energize Pre workout: https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/d/BBPEnergizeAllFlavors?referringRepID=2402746

In this episode we talk with Alli Webb about what it looked like to build a multi-million dollar business in Drybar, all the things she is currently working on and her incredible new book “The Messy Truth.” Tune in for this great episode that we have no doubt will be enriching to your life. -- The Arena is live! Join now to be a part of the conversation: https://www.erwinmcmanus.com/thearena Preorder my new book “Mind Shift” today! https://erwinmcmanus.com/mindshift -- Mind Shift Podcast / @MindShiftPodcast https://www.instagram.com/MindShiftPo... Erwin McManus / @ErwinMcManus http://erwinmcmanus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/erwinmcmanus/ Aaron McManus / @AaronCMcManus https://www.instagram.com/aaroncmcmanus

Want to know what it really takes to launch, build, and sell a $255 million-dollar business in ten years flat? Do you have a good idea, but you think you “have no business being in business”?In this new episode, Mel sits down with the founder of Drybar, Alli Webb, and takes you on a riveting tour of how a stay-at-home mom who had ‘no business being in business' made $255 million in 10 years. You'll hear the entire messy truth and all the hard-won advice, from the exciting start of her business to the disastrous ending of her second marriage.Alli is a NYT bestselling author, badass businesswoman, co-founder of the iconic brand Drybar, and two other successful companies. Learn about the immense sacrifices she made in her relationships, the shaky financial situations she navigated, and the specific decisions she made as a businesswoman that accelerated the growth of this iconic brand. In this conversation, you'll learn:Why your childhood dream job is probably the key to success.How your big idea is right in front of your face.Starting a business starts with you: your idea, your skill set, your purpose, and your gut instinct.All amazing business ideas share this ONE thing.Her parents' business advice for her: find a good man.How to juggle kids while having a side hustle.Why starting a business with your spouse is a bad idea.Why she didn't call off the wedding (and probably should have).Why she jumped into her second marriage too soon.The HARSH dating advice Mel delivers to Alli.Why she trusted her business instincts but not in her relationships.How being a hairdresser prepared her to be a CEO.Why she's sharing the messy truth now.The text she sent Mel at her lowest point.The part of the interview that she “wanted to cut".Why she names the hairstyles at Drybar after drinks.Her take on imposter syndrome.How to face your fear of failure.How to say ‘f*** it' and try something new.How to double your productivity and leverage your time.What passion is and why it's so personal.What she learned from her mistakes.How a business owner is only as good as her team.What not to do when creating a blended family.How she lost herself in her last marriage.How she handles a “no” in business. And a big shoutout to Alli. It's very easy to talk about your wins; Alli is giving you a huge gift by sharing her personal losses too. You can get Alli's book ‘The Messy Truth: How I Sold My Business for Millions but Almost Lost Myself' here: https://a.co/d/cuYHOGv Follow Alli Webb:Instagram: instagram.com/alliwebbWebpage: ALLI WEBB Watch the episodes on YouTube:  https://bit.ly/45OWCNr My book! The High 5 Habit  here:  https://a.co/d/g1DQ8Pt Follow me:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QfG8bbThe Mel Robbins Podcast Instagram:  https://bit.ly/49bg4GPLinkedin:  https://bit.ly/46Mh0QBTikTok:  https://bit.ly/46Kpw2v Sign up for my newsletter:  https://bit.ly/46PVnPsWant more resources? Go to my podcast page at melrobbins.com/podcast.Disclaimer

The Fifth and Mission team is not producing any new episodes this week. Instead, we are sharing some of our favorite past episodes that exemplify what we've loved about making this show. Today's pick is from 2017, chosen by It's All Political on Fifth and Mission host, Joe Garofoli. In episode 9 of It's All Political (recorded in October 2017), CNN star Van Jones comes to the Chronicle archive podcast studio to talk about his new book “Beyond the Messy Truth,” his early years as an activist in the Bay Area and his friendship with Prince. Theme music is "Cattle Call" by Randy Clark's Crowsong. Opening signature by Leah Garchik.| Unlimited Chronicle access: sfchronicle.com/pod Got a tip, comment, question? Email us: fifth@sfchronicle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features my dear friend and returning guest, Bergen Hyde and her personal story of divesting from patriarchal religion. This is a topic I feel is very important because I believe many patriarchal religions are the underpinnings of the trance of unworthiness, keeping many women in positions of servitude and oppression through biblical misinterpretations, scripture and sanctioned abuse. Bergen generously and courageously shares what it's been like to untangle from her Mormon faith tradition including the heartache and courage as she unpacks years of repression, and even her own complicity in her own indoctrination. We explore various aspects of Mormonism and the practices that were most troubling for her including ideologies, rituals, gender roles, body shame, and the perpetuation of patriarchal norms. We also discuss the intersectionality of patriarchy with racism, fat phobia, homophobia, and transphobia, emphasizing the need to confront internalized oppression and dismantle oppressive systems. We also delve into topics such as feeling spiritually homeless and named the episode "Losing My Religion” after the song by REM, as Bergen reckons with the truth as she highlights the importance of changing transforming her personal narrative to one of empowerment and sovereignty after years of feeling angry and victimized. This is a longer episode than usual because it's such an important topic that requires more space for reflection- I hope you love it as much as I do. Here's more of what we cover: What it means to divest from patriarchy The Damsel in Distress and other patriarchal archetypes/ stereotypes of religious women including piety, goodness, and obedience. How we can develop self-trust, self-love, and how we can redesign a life on our own terms outside of patriarchal religions. The process of reclaiming our identity, and facing fears about hurting loved ones as we disengage. Having the courage to challenge harmful patriarchal systems in general. The crucial role of personal storytelling in our lives and reclaiming authorship of our lives. The power of sisterhood and the importance of witnessing each other. The tricky terrains of patriarchal structures and responsibility, The bitter truth about our complicity in patriarchal systems, and how to break the cycles of harm. Recognizing and taking accountability for our role is the first step towards effecting meaningful change. and so much more! Bergen Hyde lives in Provo, Utah with her partner and three children. Her favorite things are dancing, salty snacks, spending time in the mountains, and preferably in a body of water. She is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of WOMB, which she founded with her two sisters Jentri and Sarah. The three sisters hold women's circles, workshops, retreats, and one-on-one mentoring designed to support women in healing internalized patriarchy, integrating the sacred feminine, and reclaiming personal sovereignty. Bergen has been devoted to the sacred feminine and regularly co-partners with Sarah Durham Wilson to facilitate group mentorship through the Wounded Maiden to Mature Feminine Rites of Passage Program. Special Guest: Bergen Hyde.