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About the Guest Cybele Negris is the CEO and Co-Founder of Webnames.ca, Canada's original dot-CA registrar and a provider of hundreds of domain extensions, web hosting, email, security products, and other online solutions. A serial entrepreneur, seasoned board member, speaker, mentor, and columnist, she has grown Webnames into a multi-million-dollar company serving some of the country's largest corporations, governments, law firms, and global Fortune 500 brands. A Hall of Fame inductee of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women and a nine-time winner of the PROFIT W100, Cybele serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of the Royal Canadian Mint and sits on the boards of BCAA and AGF Management, among many others. She is a columnist for Business in Vancouver, a sought-after speaker at events including TEDx, and a passionate mentor. She is also a second-generation Dale Carnegie graduate, part of a family legacy that now spans three generations of graduates. What You Will Learn Why “feeling the fear and doing it anyway” is the key to growth How to recognize and move past imposter syndrome Why authentic, vulnerable leadership builds deeper connection How empowering smart people, rather than commanding them, creates stronger teams The power of mentorship, for both the mentor and the mentee How to turn adversity into a competitive advantage Join us for this episode of the Take Command Podcast as Cybele Negris shares how courage, authenticity, and humility can transform the way we lead and live. Whether you are building a business, wrestling with your own self-doubt, or learning to step outside your comfort zone, this conversation offers honest, practical lessons for leading with resilience in an ever-changing world. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

InvestFest brought thousands of people together to talk about ownership, entrepreneurship, taxes, and investing.   Curtis welcomes that energy, then adds the missing piece: a strategy works better when it sits inside a complete financial operating system. Using the Personal Economic Model, Curtis explains why the "risk tank" should not receive all the attention.  Before chasing returns, families and business owners must decide where cash flows, deliberately create surplus, build accessible reserves, protect against major risks, and stop avoidable wealth transfers caused by high-cost debt and poor tax planning. The goal is not to avoid investing.   The goal is to become a stronger investor with capital, knowledge, control, and staying power. Curtis closes by outlining the Money for Life order of operations and previewing future episodes on productive assets, constructive debt, and investment evaluation. What You Will Learn -Why investing is important but usually should not be treated as step one. -How cash flow control creates the surplus needed to build capital. -Why liquidity should be safe, accessible, and available when life changes. -How debt and taxes can quietly transfer wealth away from your household. -Why protection is the moat around the wealth you are building. -The difference between productive cash flow and "statement wealth." -How knowledge and control can reduce investment risk. -The Money for Life cycle: Earn It, Bank It, Borrow It, Spend It, Repay It, Repeat. Key Takeaway CURTIS'S THESIS  Investing is not an isolated tactic. It is step four inside a system that first controls cash flow, builds liquidity, manages debt, and protects the household or business. Calls to Action Debt to Capital: Download the guide and learn how to turn debt payments into a capital-building strategy.Financial GPS: Request a conversation to identify the leaks, risks, and opportunities inside your personal economy. Subscribe: Follow The Practical Wealth Show for the next episode on evaluating productive assets.     

Most leaders assume their customers won't leave as long as the price is fair and the service works. Michelle Musgrove of Washington Gas and I agree that is a dangerous assumption. A customer with no other option is not the same as a loyal one. Confuse the two: the process keeps serving the company instead of the customer, nobody follows up directly, and the first real alternative wins them over. So what separates the companies that retain customers for years from those that lose them as soon as a competitor enters the market? This episode is for leaders in both situations: those already competing for customers, and those whose industry has never had them until now. What You Will Learn: Why adding more AI to the customer experience problem is not the answer, even when your technology budget is growing What the difference between customer experience and customer service actually means in practice, and why companies that confuse the two stay in a reactive cycle How to get CX right the first time by identifying which issues repeat, what drives them, and where the process breaks before a customer ever contacts you Why progress on first-contact resolution matters more than waiting for a perfect solution, and how to build on incremental gains How to build a business case for CX investment in a regulated environment where every dollar requires justification Why CSAT alone does not give an accurate picture of the customer experience, and what NPS open-ended responses, customer effort score, and third-party benchmarks reveal that a satisfaction score cannot How to get every employee across every role to take accountability for the customer experience, regardless of whether they interact with customers directly Where AI helps frontline teams serve customers faster by handling routine work, and where leaders are confusing automation with culture change Have a question or thoughts to share? Leave a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/StacySherman Learn more at DoingCXRight.com and subscribe to the newsletter for more actionable strategies.

Somewhere in your late 30s and 40s, everything you used to do stops working. The energy drains, the middle thickens, the sleep gets lighter, and your sharpness goes fuzzy. Here is what almost no one tells you: this is not you failing at willpower. Most of the longevity advice you have been handed was built on male data and biohacker experiments, and it was never designed for a woman in midlife. In this longevity masterclass, I bring together four of the most respected voices in health and longevity, Dr Stacy Sims, Dr Gabrielle Lyon, Liz Earle, and Professor Valter Longo, to cut through the noise on what actually moves the needle.I also share my Longevity 7, the seven simple, sustainable changes that took me from being hospitalised with double pneumonia at 38 to a biological age over 20 years younger than my actual age, with an elite VO2 max and the bone density of a 25 year old. This is a practical, physiology first masterclass for high performing women who are done with generic wellness advice and want to build a body that stays strong, sharp, and energised for decades. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN - Why is most longevity advice wrong for women over 40? - What are the foundations of longevity that actually matter? - Is sleep consistency more important than sleep duration? - How much protein do women over 40 really need? - Can eating more protein damage your kidneys? - What are exercise snacks and do they raise VO2 max? - How do you build muscle and slow aging in midlife? - Why does plant diversity matter for gut health and inflammation? - Do omega 3s protect your brain and mood as you age? - Does morning sunlight help your skin make collagen? - Is sunscreen blocking your vitamin D? - What is the fasting mimicking diet and how often should you do it? TIMESTAMPS- 00:00 The Longevity Mistake Women Make, Why Male-Data Advice Fails And How She Reversed Her Biological Age 20 Years - 06:45 The Longevity 7 Pillars: Daily Movement, Protein And Plant Diversity, Omega-3s, Sleep Consistency, Purpose And Nature - 17:45 Building Muscle For Longevity, Diet Vs Exercise, How Much Protein You Need And Debunking The Kidney Myth - 23:10 Does Sunscreen Block Vitamin D, The SPF Myth And How Morning Light Builds Collagen For Longevity - 31:45 The Longevity Diet For Your Ancestry, Fasting Mimicking For Autophagy And The Simplest Fasting Window That WorksVALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsor who make the show possible: • Stride - Find out your biological age and how your daily habits are influencing it with DNA, bloodwork and microbiome testing with a Stride One membership https://www.getstride.com/angela/ for 10% off  Want to go deeper? Start here: Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it.

What if your calling was never about a specific job, title, or role, but about the impact you are uniquely called to make? In this special birthday episode of UNITED State of Women, Kalena James and Julie Deem celebrate from the Global Leadership Summit 2026 while reflecting on purpose, influence, faith, leadership, and the unexpected ways our lives and careers evolve.They explore the importance of knowing your why, asking God boldly for what you want, and paying attention to the doors that begin to open. Whether you are questioning your current path, trying to clarify your purpose, or wondering what your next season might look like, thisis your invitation to slow down, pay attention, and consider where your influence can make the greatest impact.What You Will Learn:Why your calling may be bigger than your current job, title, business, or role.How to identify the common thread connecting the different seasons of your life.Why knowing your why can help you avoid saying yes to everything and losing your direction.How your purpose can remain consistent even when the vehicle you use to fulfill it changes.Why asking better questions can create opportunities for progress and growth.How to become more intentional about asking God for what you want while remaining open to His timing and direction.Why effective leadership includes preparing for what happens after you leave.How succession planning can become part of your leadership strategy long before a transition occurs.Why influence is connected to helping other people see themselves clearly.How to identify the people you feel called to support and the problems you feel compelled to solve.Why the things you naturally notice in other people may provide clues about your own calling.FAQ:How do I figure out what my calling is?Look for the common denominator throughout the different roles, jobs, relationships, and seasons of your life. Pay attention to the problems you repeatedly feel drawn to solve, the people you naturally want to support, and what you are able to see in others that they may not see in themselves.What is the difference between a calling and a career?A career is one vehicle through which you can use your gifts and skills, while a calling can remain consistent even as your career, role, or circumstances change. The conversation describes calling as being connected to the impact you are meant to make rather than a specific title.How can I find my why?Slow down and examine the patterns and common threads throughout your life. Consider what you are passionate about, what experiences have shaped you, what problems you feel compelled to address, and why those things matter so deeply to you.Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

About the Guest: Howard Hochhauser is the CEO of Ancestry, the global leader in family history and consumer genomics. After serving as the company's CFO and COO for more than a decade, he became CEO and quickly led a cultural and business transformation centered on customer focus, employee engagement, and innovation. Under his leadership, Ancestry has renewed growth while leveraging artificial intelligence to make historical records more accessible, searchable, and meaningful for millions of people around the world. Howard is passionate about building organizations rooted in curiosity, transparency, and humility. He believes leadership is about surrounding yourself with talented people, listening carefully, and creating an environment where honest feedback drives continuous improvement. What You Will Learn: Why humility is one of a leader's greatest strengths How curiosity fuels innovation and better decision-making Why feedback should be treated as a gift, not a threat How AI is transforming historical data into meaningful human stories The importance of staying approachable as a leader Why focusing on today's work creates tomorrow's opportunities Join us for this episode of the Take Command Podcast as Howard Hochhauser shares how purpose-driven leadership, curiosity, and humility can transform both organizations and the people within them. Whether you're leading a team, navigating change, or embracing new technology, this conversation offers practical lessons for leading with authenticity in an AI-powered world. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

What happens when you've achieved financial success by following the traditional playbook, only to realize it has left you burned out, disconnected, and unfulfilled? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Debbie Dobbins, speaker, author, and transformational mentor, helping women and conscious entrepreneurs rewrite their relationship with money, success, and self-worth. After building successful businesses and earning millions, Debbie's life took an unexpected turn when she faced cancer, financial collapse, and the challenge of rebuilding from scratch. Rather than allowing those experiences to define her, she discovered a deeper understanding of abundance rooted in self-worth, feminine leadership, intuition, and courage.  This episode explores how women can release outdated beliefs around money, stop living by the masculine hustle model, and create lasting prosperity by becoming fully aligned with who they truly are.   What You Will Learn: Why your money story influences every financial decision you make. How burnout often signals a disconnect from your authentic self. The hidden cost of following the masculine success playbook. Why feminine energy is essential for sustainable leadership and abundance. How micro acts of courage build confidence and expand your capacity for success. The role gratitude and breathwork play in shifting your relationship with money. Why true wealth begins with believing you are already worthy. How entrepreneurs can avoid recreating corporate burnout in their own businesses. Why intuition is becoming one of today's most valuable leadership skills. How releasing limiting beliefs opens the door to greater abundance and impact.   Connect with Debbie Dobbins Website https://thedebbiedobbins.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

What does it take to build something that brings people together around a shared mission? In this episode of UNITED State of Women, Julie Deem sits down with Marah Lago, COO and co-creator of Military Creator Con, to discuss her remarkable entrepreneurial journey. From leading HR in corporate America and building an eight-figure jewelry business to launching a conference dedicated to military-connected creators, Marah shares the lessons she's learned about leadership, resilience, community, and taking calculated risks.Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, event organizer, or someone building a community, Mara's insights offer practical wisdom for growing something that makes a lasting impact.What You Will Learn:Why business setbacks can become the foundation for your next opportunity.How to recognize transferable skills across completely different industries.The importance of building community before focusing on growth.What it takes to successfully launch and scale a live event.Why creating value for attendees, sponsors, and speakers matters equally.How networking can unexpectedly change both your career and personal life.The challenges and rewards of serving a niche audience.Why collaboration creates stronger businesses than competition.How intentional community building leads to long-term success.What military creators need most to grow their businesses and creative work.FAQ:What is Military Creator Con?Military Creator Con is an annual conference that brings together military-connected creators, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, filmmakers, podcasters, and innovators to learn, collaborate, and grow their businesses through education, networking, and community.How do you successfully build a conference from the ground up?Building a successful conference requires balancing the needs of attendees, sponsors, and speakers while creating valuable experiences, meaningful networking opportunities, and a clear mission that attracts the right audience.Why is community important for entrepreneurs?A strong community provides collaboration opportunities, accountability, referrals, education, and emotional support. Entrepreneurs who build relationships often create stronger businesses than those who work in isolation.Connect with Marah Lago and Military Creator Conhttps://www.militarycreatorcon.com/ Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if the key to growing your business isn't finding more leads but building better relationships? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Sarah Hubbard, founder of The Intentional Network and author of The Intentional Networker.  Today, 85% of her multi-million-dollar business comes from referral partnerships, and she's helped hundreds of entrepreneurs generate millions in referral revenue using her proven MAPP Framework. Sarah shares how listening to your deeper calling, creating intentional relationships, and refining your message can transform both your business and your life. Whether you're preparing to leave corporate, growing a consultancy, or simply tired of chasing clients, this conversation will show you how connection truly creates capital.   What You Will Learn: Why authentic relationships outperform traditional networking strategies. How listening to repeated signs can reveal your next calling. The importance of building a business that aligns with your strengths and values. What the MAPP Framework is and how it creates referral-based growth. Why mindset and intentionality are the foundation of successful networking. How authentic presence builds trust faster than scripted conversations. Ways to craft clear, memorable messaging that generates referrals. Why specificity makes it easier for others to introduce ideal clients. How purposeful follow-through strengthens long-term business relationships. The difference between operating as a technician versus a business owner. How AI can simplify content creation and business preparation. Why honoring your natural personality leads to more sustainable success.   Connect with Sarah Hubbard Website https://sarah-hubbard.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

Why do so many successful women thrive in business but struggle to find lasting love? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Chaya Garcia, The Epic Love Expert, a relationship expert and founder of the growing #LoveLighter movement. Chaya shares how her own journey through toxic relationships, codependency, and self-discovery inspired her mission to help women attract emotionally healthy, lasting partnerships. Whether you're navigating dating, marriage, or simply learning to trust yourself again, this conversation offers powerful wisdom for choosing yourself first.   What You Will Learn: Why high-achieving women often struggle with healthy romantic relationships. The difference between chemistry and emotional safety. How to recognize relationship red flags from the very beginning. Why hope can sometimes keep women stuck in unhealthy situations. The importance of aligning words with actions. How self-love influences every relationship you create. Why emotional sobriety matters as much as physical sobriety. The connection between toxic relationships and unhealthy work environments. How asking better questions leads to better relationship choices. Why letting go can create space for the love you truly deserve.   Connect with Chaya Garcia Website https://connectwithchaya.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

Send Us A MessageIn our opening new “First Impressions” segment with Carley Mann, we explore the psychology behind how buyers actually make decisions about homes. They decide emotionally in the first moments they enter a property, before they ever analyze square footage or systems. This episode reveals why those initial feelings matter more than most agents realize, and breaks down the non-negotiable preparation steps that actually move homes faster. It's not about trends or expensive renovations; it's about clarity, light, and giving buyers the space to imagine their own story.Featured Quote: "Aesthetics is not about following trends. It's more about creating connection in the feeling. A home should tell a story and that story should be, I see myself living there."What You Will Learn- Why buyer decisions are emotional, not logical—and what happens in those first seconds- The #1 mistake sellers make (and how to fix it immediately)- The four priorities that move homes fastest: decluttering first, then paint, flooring, and lighting- How to help traditional homes shine without forcing open-concept trends- Why lighting color consistency matters more than most agents mention- The real marketing value of home preparation—and how to position it to sellers- The priority order for preparing a home: declutter first, then invest strategically- How agents shift from pricing focus to sales strategy through preparation- Kitchen, primary suite, and living room priorities that resonate with buyers- Why the first buyers through the door deserve the home in its best conditionThe opinions on this podcast are the hosts and guests involved and not in any way a reflection of RE/MAX or anyone else in the industry.Listen to the Podcast on these PlatformsApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-real-estate-standards/id1574549987Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZKLmFIFvx1UjSwL4jOTVzSocial Media and Contact InformationWebsite: https://www.raisingrealestatestandards.comLink Tree:  https://linktr.ee/raisingrealestatestandards

Growth doesn't usually stall because you run out of opportunities—it stalls because you stop questioning what's possible.   In this episode, Lisa sits down with innovation expert Diana Kander to explore why successful business owners often stop growing, how curiosity fuels innovation, and why experimentation—not perfection—is the key to long-term success.  If you've ever felt like you've hit a ceiling or wondered what's next for your studio, this conversation will challenge the way you think about growth.  What You Will Learn:  Why success often creates complacency  The difference between customer focus and efficiency  How curiosity fuels innovation and business growth  Why experimentation beats repeating old strategies  How to escape the "expert trap"  Why your calendar reflects your business priorities  The three questions every CEO should ask weekly  How to identify your ideal customer  Why personal growth drives business growth  How to create momentum instead of simply staying busy  Diana Kander is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and growth mindset coach who helps leaders create cultures of innovation through curiosity, experimentation, and strategic thinking. She is the author of Get Curious & Grow, The Curiosity Muscle, Go Big or Go Home, and All In Startup.  Explore our partners: Sign up for Studio Sync - dsoa.com/syncmembership Join our growing community of people just like you inside our free Facebook group. Click here to join!  Follow The Dance Studio Owners Association:  Instagram: @dancestudioownersassociation | TikTok: @dsoaofficial | Facebook: @dancestudioownersassociation  

What if your career hiatus wasn't a gap, but the foundation for your most impactful work? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Raina Gandhi, a powerhouse advocate for women in leadership and the founder and CEO of Rising Tide Consulting. After an 11-year hiatus to raise her daughters, Raina returned to the professional world with a Wharton MBA and an investment banking background, only to find a corporate landscape that often felt misaligned with her values. Her journey through burnout, the challenges of re-entry, and navigating workplace barriers led her to discover her true calling: activating other women to navigate these same hurdles and step confidently into leadership roles. Through coaching, workshops, and research-backed strategies, Raina now equips women with the tools to tackle self-advocacy, negotiation, and gender equity. This conversation is an inspiring look at how to lead on your own terms and ensure that when women stay in the workforce, they don't just survive—they thrive. What You Will Learn: Why an 11-year career hiatus can be a catalyst for professional reinvention and purpose. How to recognize the symptoms of burnout in high-stakes roles like investment banking. Why "life deciding for you" can be a powerful redirection toward your true calling. The critical importance of visibility and representation for women of color in leadership. How to navigate workplace barriers such as information gatekeeping and bullying. Why the skills that get you to a director level aren't the same ones needed for the C-suite. The importance of shifting from male-centric negotiation tactics to authentic self-advocacy. How to manage the transition from being an individual contributor to leading and scaling a business. Why having a "blueprint" and a partner is essential for entrepreneurial success. How to scale your impact by shifting focus toward speaking and group leadership programs. Connect with Raina Gandhi Rising Tide Consulting http://risingtideconsultingllc.com  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

About the Guest: Ania Smith is the CEO of TaskRabbit, the global marketplace connecting people who need everyday tasks done with skilled local "Taskers." Born in Poland, she immigrated to Sioux Falls, South Dakota at 12, learned English, and went on to study business — including an exchange back in Poland — before earning her MBA at Wharton. She began her career in international development, moved through investment banking and consulting at L.E.K., and held leadership roles at Expedia, Walmart, and Airbnb before taking the top job at TaskRabbit at the end of August 2020. Ania is known for her candor about ambition, her belief in running toward growth and discomfort, and her conviction that great leadership is fundamentally human. She leads TaskRabbit (now part of the IKEA family) with a focus on helping Taskers build meaningful income while keeping human connection at the center — even as AI reshapes the way we work. Hear more about her journey from a paper route in South Dakota to the CEO seat in this episode of the Take Command Podcast. What You Will Learn: Why resilience is "getting up after the fall" — and how to stop catastrophizing setbacks Why careers are non-linear, and how lateral moves and new skills set you up to lead How humility ("hire people smarter than you") becomes a leadership superpower Why listening is the single most important skill of a good leader How to build relationships that last by keeping in touch when you need nothing Why human creativity and connection still beat AI's "generating to the mean" Join us for this episode of the Take Command Podcast to explore what it takes to lead with grit, humility, and heart. Ania Smith doesn't claim to have all the answers — she'd rather hire people who do — but her journey offers clear, practical lessons for any leader navigating uncertainty and growth. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

Most companies are rushing to layer AI onto customer operations without fixing what sits underneath. Deb Ashton of Certinia says that's the wrong order. When sales, delivery, finance, and customer success work from separate systems with different views of the same customer, AI doesn't close those gaps; it amplifies them. Clients feel the disconnect as friction: repeating themselves across departments, getting inconsistent answers, and slowly losing trust. What You Will Learn Why adding AI to customer support fails when your sales, finance, and delivery systems do not share customer data, and what customers experience when they do not The three layers of trust that determine whether clients renew, and which one AI cannot replace Where AI actually protects revenue in your business versus where it erodes customer relationships The difference between "human in the loop" and "human on the loop," and when to use each one with AI workflows Why metrics like NPS and renewal rates hide the real problem with your AI implementation until the customer has already left How to identify which administrative work should be automated and which customer-facing decisions need human judgment before execution What to do when your customer success manager cannot answer basic questions about a contract, and why that moment determines whether you keep or lose the customer This episode is brought to you in partnership with Certinia. Certinia is a professional services platform built natively on Salesforce that connects the full services lifecycle — sales, delivery, financials, forecasting, staffing, and project management — on a single data layer, so every team works from the same view of the customer, and AI can act with certainty. Learn more at Certinia.com. Subscribe to DoingCXRight.com newsletter for more actionable strategies to boost business results the right way.

What if the biggest obstacle to building the life and business you want isn't your circumstances, but your willingness to take the first step? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Jennifer Johnson, founder of True Fashionistas, Florida's largest lifestyle resale store, entrepreneur, business coach, best-selling author, and host of the Confident Entrepreneur podcast. Jennifer shares the setbacks, betrayals, pivots, and powerful mindset shifts that shaped her entrepreneurial journey. She also explains why building a personal brand before exiting your business creates lasting freedom and opportunity. If you've been wondering whether it's too late to reinvent yourself, this inspiring conversation will encourage you to stop waiting, trust yourself, and begin creating your own destiny. What You Will Learn: Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself or pursue a new calling. How starting a side business can reduce the risk of becoming an entrepreneur. Why unlimited income potential comes from creating your own opportunities. How setbacks and betrayal can become catalysts for greater success. Why hiring based on core values builds stronger, more resilient teams. The importance of asking for help and working with coaches or consultants. How shifting from "Why is this happening to me?" to "What is this teaching me?" transforms adversity into growth. Why every entrepreneur should intentionally build a personal brand before exiting their business. How stepping out of daily operations empowers both your business and your leadership. Why lasting success is built one intentional step at a time. Connect with Jennifer Johnson Website https://jenniferannjohnson.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Hilary Fritsch, DMD, an airway and biological dentist specializing in jaw development and non-surgical treatment of sleep and breathing disorders. We cover three audiences I care deeply about: parents of children showing signs of airway dysfunction, women in perimenopause who are exhausted and being missed by standard sleep testing, and adults who have been managing symptoms with a CPAP and want to know if there is a better path. Dr. Fritsch explains how mouth breathing, tongue ties, and underdeveloped palates are silently driving ADHD, anxiety, autoimmune disease, and chronic fatigue. She also shares the recent Harvard research on CPAP risks for low-risk patients that genuinely surprised me and why myofunctional therapy alone can cut apnea in half. I share my own journey and my daughter Elle's experience with palate expansion. This episode is packed with actionable information you will not want to miss. What You Will Learn: Why underdeveloped jaws and mouth breathing are a root cause of ADHD, anxiety, and chronic fatigue in children and adults The specific signs of early airway dysfunction in infants and children — and why acting early changes everything Why women are systematically underdiagnosed with sleep apnea and how perimenopause dramatically increases airway collapse risk How non-surgical palate expansion works for adults — no jaw surgery required Why myofunctional therapy is essential for lasting results and can reduce apnea severity by up to 50% What recent Harvard research reveals about CPAP risks for low-risk patients and what to do instead About Dr. Hilary Fritsch Dr. Hilary Fritsch, DMD, is an airway and biological dentist with nearly two decades of clinical experience specializing in jaw development, tongue-tied infants, and the non-surgical treatment of sleep and breathing disorders. She is the founder of Saddle Peak Dental and Western Sleep Solutions in Bozeman, Montana, and she trained extensively under Dr. Kevin Golz, a pioneer in adult palate expansion with over 6,000 cases completed.  Resources and People Mentioned: Vivos Palatal Expansion Candid Clear Aligners Smile Shapers American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Why Biological Dentistry & O& Oral Health Hold the Keys to a Healthier You | Dr. Nunnally & Dr. Freeman Connect with Dr. Myers: Website: https://www.dramymyers.com/ Dr. Myers' Inner Circle: https://www.drmyersinnercircle.com/founding-member Newsletter: https://www.amymyersmd.com/pages/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramymyers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramymyers Connect with Dr. Hilary Fritsch:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryfritchdmd/ Website: https://saddlepeakdunnell.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Modern Airway Crisis 00:53 Meet Dr Hilary Fitch 03:07 Host Personal Wake Up 05:54 Fitch Origin Story 08:10 Airway Training Maze 10:28 Newborn Jaw Foundations 11:55 Tongue Ties Explained 13:36 Breastfeeding Diet Habits 15:30 Kids Red Flags Checklist 17:57 Adult Symptoms Risks 22:55 Women Menopause UARS 29:16 Four Pillars Fixing Airway 30:15 Nose Palate Remodeling 30:56 Jaw Expansion TMJ Concerns 31:51 Adult Palate Expansion 32:46 Vivos vs Surgical MARPE 33:48 Tongue Space and Myo Therapy 34:22 Kids Expanders and Tooth Pillow 40:05 Compliance and Pain Fears 45:03 Mouth Tape Guidance 46:45 Adult Aligners and Brands 49:22 CPAP Risks and Biomarkers 56:22 Root Cause Wrap Up

What does it take to leave a successful corporate career, build a thriving business, and create a life that aligns with your values? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Marjie Hadad, Founder of  Marjie Hadad Communications, crisis and leadership communications expert, and author of The Confident Kid Playbook.   The conversation explores the importance of visibility, public relations, work-life integration, crisis communication, and how leaders can use their professional skills to empower the next generation.   Whether you're considering leaving corporate, growing a consultancy, or looking to become a more confident communicator, this episode delivers practical wisdom you can apply immediately. What You Will Learn: Why leaving corporate doesn't have to mean sacrificing financial security. How focusing on your first client can create long-term business growth. The mindset required to move forward without looking back. Why visibility is essential for business growth and revenue generation. How public relations helps amplify your message and impact. The importance of honoring commitments through effective calendar management. How to create a healthy balance between work, family, and personal priorities. The role communication plays in crisis prevention and leadership. Why bringing your professional strengths into parenting creates confident and resilient children. How strategic communication can empower individuals, families, and organizations. Connect with Marjie Hadad Website https://marjiehadad.com/  Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com  

Travis Hahler: Wired for Change, Part 1 | Leading Humans Through AI Transformation Travis Hahler is the Senior Director of Global Strategy and Transformation at Salesforce and the founder of Neurological Nomad. His book Rethink Resistance, publishing June 23rd, explores how leaders can embrace human biology to drive meaningful change. Fun Fact: Travis loves a good pasta. Red sauce, vodka sauce, white sauce, all the sauces. You simply cannot go wrong. What You Will Learn Why telling employees to "go play" with AI activates fear rather than innovation How the brain defaults to the worst-case narrative when faced with ambiguity Why early adopters are only about two and a half percent of any workforce How to give your team clarity around what innovation means in their role Why group exploration is safer and more effective than solo adoption How ninety percent of AI users are only chatting with it, not leveraging its potential Why building competence over time beats trying to master everything at once How resisting AI to protect your job is the fastest path to losing it Why leadership is evolving from systems thinking to challenge and reinvention Key Insights Clarity is the foundation of transformation; define innovation before you ask for it Resistance is neurological, not personal; the brain defaults to protection under ambiguity Group adoption accelerates individual progress and lowers perceived risk Competence builds confidence, and confidence enables lasting change Staying still in the age of AI is a career risk, not a safe choice Leaders who thrive will model curiosity, adaptability, and purpose-driven growth Memorable Quotes "Everyone is talking about AI, but no one is talking about how they are going to do it." "People's brains automatically go to the negative." "You do not have to solve everything. Start with the basics." "Trying to hold on to your job is not going to help you save it." "AI is the buffet. You could get whatever you want, however you want it." Who Should Listen Leaders, executives, and professionals navigating AI adoption without a clear roadmap. If you are struggling with workforce resistance, unclear innovation mandates, or leading people through uncertainty, this conversation offers practical strategy and a neuroscience-informed view on why change feels hard. Your Next Step Start with one question: what is one task in your daily work that AI could make easier? Do not try to reinvent everything. Build from there. Leadership in the age of AI means showing up with curiosity, not perfection. Connect with Travis Hahler Website: travishahler.com Book: Rethink Resistance, June 23rd on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and major booksellers LinkedIn: Travis Hahler Connect with Julie Riga Website: julieriga.com/lead Coaching: Leadership coaching and the ingredients for success in life and career Tools and Resources: https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts Share this with leaders navigating transformation in the age of AI #stayoncourse #leadership #transformation #mindset #purposedriven Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI can write website copy that outperforms 80% of what is online today. You just have to teach it who it is writing for. In this episode of Intended Consequences, Conversion Sciences founder Brian Massey shows you how to use AI to generate website copy that actually converts. The secret is not a better prompt. It is writing for the four ways people make buying decisions. You will learn the Modes of Research framework, first published in "Waiting for Your Cat to Bark," and how to map it onto Myers-Briggs types so any language model speaks your language. Then you will watch live rewrites that turn flat, jargon-filled copy into messaging built for Competitive, Methodical, Spontaneous, and Humanist visitors. By the end you can build your own AI messaging agent in ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini and let it do the rewriting for you. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Why most B2B copy sounds the same and caps your conversion rate The four research modes and the buyer behind each one How to use Myers-Briggs as a shared vocabulary with any AI The simple prompt that teaches your chatbot to rewrite by mode How to generate personas straight from a URL How to A/B test copy that is finally different enough to win How to build a reusable AI messaging agent for your brand CHAPTERS 00:00 Why AI copy beats 80% of website copy 01:30 Styrofoam copy and the conversion ceiling 02:40 How our own biases sabotage copywriting 04:10 ICPs and the four-persona problem 05:40 Corner cases: copy big enough to A/B test 06:00 The 4 Modes of Research framework 06:50 Competitive and Methodical buyers 08:00 Spontaneous and Humanist buyers 09:30 Placing copy on the page by buyer mode 10:30 Why language models beat humans at this 11:20 Myers-Briggs as a shared language with AI 14:00 The simple prompt to train your chatbot 15:00 Generating personas from a URL (Calm.com) 17:40 Rewriting copy for each mode, live 24:00 B2B example: HR services, CHRO vs CFO 29:50 Laying out multiple voices on one page 31:00 Q&A: getting your team to trust AI copy 33:20 Building your own AI messaging agent 38:00 What is next: ad and landing page alignment 38:50 Q&A: CTAs, ad frequency, and brand salience RESOURCES Messaging skills and full prompts: https://conversion.science/msg-skills Conversion Sciences: https://conversionsciences.com Book: "Waiting for Your Cat to Bark" by Bryan and Jeffrey Eisenberg: https://conversci.com/catbark Roy H. Williams and the Wizard Academy: https://www.wizardacademy.org Subscribe for more on conversion optimization, AI, and the experiments behind what actually works. #AICopywriting #ConversionOptimization #CRO

As high-achieving women, we're wired to take action. We set goals, solve problems, and make things happen. But what happens when you've done everything you can do and the next step isn't clear? In this episode of Julie Deem explores the power of the pause and why waiting isn't wasted time.If you've ever felt frustrated by a lack of momentum, questioned your timing, or wondered why things aren't happening as quickly as you'd hoped, this episode will remind you that preparation is progress and that becoming the woman you're meant to be is always worth the wait.What You Will Learn:Why waiting seasons are often where the deepest growth happens.How high-achieving women can mistake movement for progress.The leadership lesson Julie learned from Chanel's executive onboarding process.Why comparison becomes especially dangerous during seasons of waiting.How to identify the difference between fear and intuition.Why creating intentional quiet can lead to greater clarity.Practical ways to redefine success when results aren't immediately visible.How patience becomes an act of self-leadership.Why preparation is progress, even when it doesn't feel like it.The mindset shift that can help you trust your own timeline.FAQ:What is a waiting season?A waiting season is a period in life when you've done the work, taken the necessary steps, and are waiting for the next opportunity, answer, or outcome to unfold. While it may feel like nothing is happening, waiting seasons are often times of personal growth, preparation, and transformation happening behind the scenes.Why is waiting so difficult for high-achieving women?High-achieving women are often wired for action, problem-solving, and measurable progress. When results aren't immediate, it can feel uncomfortable or even frustrating. Many women mistakenly equate movement with progress, making it difficult to embrace seasons that require patience and trust.Is waiting the same as doing nothing?No. Waiting is not passive. A healthy waiting season includes reflection, personal development, healing, learning, and preparation. Some of the most significant growth happens during seasons when outward progress is not immediately visible.Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Your contact center agents are not the only people responsible for your customer experience. Every person in your company who touches a product, a process, or a decision is shaping how your customer feels about your brand, whether they realize it or not. Chris Morrissey, General Manager of Customer Experience at Zoom, calls this horizontal CX, and it starts with one question every leader should be asking every employee, every quarter: how did you use what you learned from customers to make a better decision? When that question becomes routine, "not my job" stops being an option. This episode covers what it takes to build that accountability across every role, every channel, and every technology decision your company is making right now. What You Will Learn Why measuring individual interactions instead of full customer journeys causes teams to celebrate outcomes that are actually failures Which voices of the customer most companies are collecting but never routing to the teams making product, marketing, and service decisions Why keeping customers is a bigger revenue lever than acquiring them at scale, and why most recognition and compensation structures have not caught up to that reality What it takes to make store staff, product owners, and agents show up as one brand to a customer who does not care about your org chart Why the pressure to adopt AI fast may be creating a problem worse than the one companies are trying to solve Have a question or thoughts to share? Leave a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/StacySherman Learn more at DoingCXRight.com and subscribe to the newsletter for more actionable strategies.

“All good scientists are skeptics.” — Dr. Anthony Pearson  Key Links  The Skeptical Cardiologist on Substack is HERE   American Heart Association 2026 Guidelines is HERE   MESA CAC Database is HERE   In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Anthony Pearson, the cardiologist behind The Skeptical Cardiologist newsletter on Substack, for a practical conversation about what women over 50 need to know now about heart health. We talk about the new cholesterol guidelines, why personalized risk assessment matters, and why tests like CAC, Lp(a), and ApoB can reveal much more than a standard lipid panel alone.  What You Will Learn:  Why heart disease is still the number one killer of women  The biggest blind spots women over 50 still have about heart risk  What changed in the new cholesterol guidelines  Why earlier detection and more personalized risk assessment matter  Why CAC, Lp(a), and ApoB are getting more attention  What those tests can reveal that a standard lipid panel may miss  Why statins still matter, despite all the noise around them  When non-statin options may make sense  The role of inflammation in cardiovascular disease  The lifestyle habits that still matter most for prevention  A few key takeaways from this conversation  You can feel healthy, exercise regularly, eat well, and still have hidden cardiovascular risk  A standard cholesterol panel does not always tell the full story  CAC, Lp(a), and ApoB can help create a more complete and individualized picture of risk  High Lp(a) is inherited and is important to know about, even before a specific drug is widely available  ApoB is a more precise marker of atherogenic particles and can add valuable information to routine testing  Statins remain an important, well-studied first-line tool for many people  Prevention works best when you start earlier, not after a cardiac event  Cardio exercise, strength training, and maintaining a healthy body composition all matter  Subscribe to AGE BETTER so you never miss an episode! 

Send us Fan MailExecutive presence is not only about how you carry yourself or how you sound. It lives in the words you choose. Consider this: "Sorry, I just wanted to quickly jump in here. This might be a silly question, and I could be totally wrong, but I was kind of wondering if maybe we should look at the numbers again before we decide? Does that make sense?" In a few seconds, that leader undermined herself nine times. Her idea was strong. Her language was apologizing for it. If you have ever walked out of a meeting wondering why the room did not respond to a recommendation you knew was right, this episode hands you the exact words working against you, and the swaps that turn your competence back into authority.In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton goes deep on the verbal pillar of executive presence: the actual words coming out of your mouth. She walks through four categories of language that quietly drain authority from strong ideas, the apologies, the minimizers, the hedges, and the filler words, and gives you the specific swaps that change how the room hears you. Through the story of Diane, a composite client twice passed over for a director role until she changed her language, Kele shows what shifts in your executive presence when your competence is no longer hidden by the words around it.This is Part 3 of the four-part Executive Presence Series. It follows Episode 168 on the visual pillar (the Three Anchors of Embodied Presence) and Episode 170 on the vocal pillar (pitch, pace, volume, and pauses). Each part builds your executive presence one layer at a time, leading to Episode 174, where all three pillars come together in a real high-stakes moment.What You Will Learn:Why women learn these speech patterns early, so you can stop blaming yourself for habits that were once rewarded.The gratitude reframe that lets you stay warm without lowering your standing in the room.Why the word "just" is a verbal apology for the size of your own thought, and the one-second fix that makes any sentence stronger.How a hedge at the front of a sentence quietly instructs the room to dismiss what you are about to say, before you have even said it.The phrase Kele gives every client to replace the question "Does that make sense?", which keeps your authority intact and still invites a real conversation.Why filler words are not the villain, except in the moments that matter most, and how the pause does the same job with the opposite effect.Your Action Step:Pick one word and hunt it for one week:Choose either "just" or" sorry", whichever shows up more in your speech.When you catch it before it comes out, delete it. When you catch it after it comes out, notice it without self-criticism, and keep going.Bonus: Write your three favorite swaps on a sticky note. "Sorry" becomes "thank you". "Just" gets deleted. "Does that make sense?" becomes "What questions do you have?"Mentioned in This Episode:Continue building your executive presence with Episode 170: Vocal Presence for Women Leaders (Part 2 of 4), on pitch, pace, volume, and pauses.Start the series from the beginning with Episode 168: How to Build Executive Presence with 3 Anchors (Part 1 of 4), on the visual pillar.Book a Leadership Strategy Call (30 minutes, complimentary): https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-callAbout Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who helps high-performing women in middle management build the communication and leadership strategies that get them recognized, sponsored, and promoted.Connect with Kele:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

What happens when the career you worked decades to build no longer aligns with who you've become? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, organizational development strategist, executive coach, international keynote speaker, and creator of Stop Drifting: The Discipline of Direction™.  After more than 30 years in executive leadership roles across multiple industries, Dr. Cynthia shares the realities of being one of the only women in the room, navigating leadership expectations, surviving personal challenges, and ultimately transitioning out of corporate life into entrepreneurship and thought leadership. This conversation is an honest and deeply insightful look at leadership, reinvention, money, purpose, identity, and the courage it takes to intentionally build what comes next. What You Will Learn: Why so many accomplished women drift through their careers unintentionally. The difference between being "bossy" and being an effective leader. How women are often conditioned to ignore intuition and personal alignment. The hidden emotional and physical costs of staying in misaligned environments. Why corporate success does not always equal security. How to recognize the signals that it may be time for a career pivot. The power of making small intentional decisions toward your future. What entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenes. Why writing a book often becomes the gateway to thought leadership and business ownership. How prosperity includes more than just money and titles. Why purpose and fulfillment matter as much as financial success. Practical ways to begin building momentum toward your next chapter today. Connect with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer Website https://www.dr-cynthia.com/ Connect with Wickedly Smart Women® Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic [5X Award-Winning Book] Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds Email: listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

You've followed the programs. You've done all the step-by-steps. And something still felt off - not failure, just wrong, like wearing someone else's shoes. That feeling isn't a problem with you. It's a problem with the blueprint.Most business blueprints are built for a composite person - someone with different values, different energy, a different way of working. When you keep trying to fit yourself into a mold that was never made for your shape, it costs something. Even when it technically works. In this episode, I walk through what the blueprint problem actually looks like, what it costs, and what building your own way looks like in real practice - including what I did instead of a big launch that generated real client conversations.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:Why following a blueprint correctly can still feel completely wrong - and what that is actually telling youThe hidden cost of building a business that requires you to perform being someone else while you do itWhat the blueprint problem looks like in a real coaching practice - a specific client storyWhat Non-Negotiables really are and why they're specifications, not limitationsWhat building your own way actually looks like - a real example with real resultsWhy the reaction to this idea is mixed at first - and what changes when someone finally builds alignedBook a free 30-minute call with Candy: https://stepintosuccessnow.com/Grab the free course, Stop Guessing and Start Signing Clients: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/She Coaches Coaches | Helping accomplished professionals build a business and life that actually fits

Send us Fan MailYou walk into the meeting. The room has not started yet. People are still settling in. And in the space of about three seconds, something gets decided about you, before you have said one word. You can have done the work, prepared harder than anyone else, and built a track record that speaks for itself, and still feel like something is missing in how you land in that room. That something has a name. It is executive presence.In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton kicks off a brand-new four-part series on executive presence by tackling the question most leadership books never answer clearly: what is executive presence, really, and how do you build it on purpose? Kele reframes executive presence as a set of learnable behaviors, not a personality trait, and walks through the three aspects of communication based on Dr. Albert Mehrabian's foundational research. This is Part 1 of the four-part Executive Presence Series, and the natural next step after the April visibility series (Episodes 160, 162, and 164).What You Will Learn:Why executive presence is a set of learnable behaviors, not a personality trait you either have or do not have.The three aspects of communication, verbal, vocal, and visual, and why the body wins when those aspects conflict.The Three Anchors of Embodied Presence and the behaviors under each: Engagement, Aliveness, and Authority, with concrete practices you can use in your next meetingTwo incredible women leaders to study for two different styles of presence: Kat Cole and Mellody Hobson.Your Action Step:Pick one behavior from the Three Anchors and practice it this week:Choose a single behavior. One. It might be holding eye contact a few seconds longer, planting your feet before you walk into a meeting, or letting a three-second pause sit after you make a point.Use it intentionally in one meeting, one conversation, or one call each day this week.At the end of the week, notice what shifted, even slightly. Optional bonus: record yourself for sixty seconds and watch it back, looking for one strength and one thing to refine.Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 160: How Perfectionism Keeps Women Leaders Invisible | Part 1 of 3Episode 162: Why Your Work Environment May Be Blocking Your Leadership Growth | Part 2 of 3Episode 164: How to Communicate Your Value Before You Feel Ready | Part 3 of 3Episode 151: Naming the Tension in Tough Conversations (Mellody Hobson)About Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who helps high-performing women in middle management build the communication and leadership strategies that get them recognized, sponsored, and promoted.Connect with Kele:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.comBook a complimentary Leadership Strategy Call: https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-call

About the Guest Janice Bryant Howroyd is the Founder and CEO of The ActOne Group, a global workforce solutions company operating in more than 30 countries. She is recognized as the first African American woman to build a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. A best-selling author and global speaker, she has been honored for entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation, and has advised leaders across business, government, and education. Her work focuses on connecting people to opportunity through a deeply human-centered approach to business. What You Will Learn: Why “no shortcuts, no excuses” is a leadership mindset for long-term success How asking better questions and listening drives stronger outcomes Why resilience is essential when facing adversity How AI is changing work but increasing the need for human skills Why people must remain at the center of leadership and growth Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

In this second episode of the Mindful in May series, Heidi Hadley takes you deeper into one of the most essential yet often overlooked aspects of wellbeing:Nervous system regulation.When life feels overwhelming, when your thoughts are racing, or when your body feels unsettled, you are not simply dealing with stress.You are experiencing a dysregulated nervous system.And the solution is not to think your way out of it.The solution is to regulate your way through it.In this episode, Heidi introduces a simple yet highly effective approach using: Breath awareness  Gentle eye movements  Slow, controlled pacing These tools work directly with your nervous system to help shift you out of a heightened stress response and into a state of: Calm  Clarity  Emotional balance  Physiological regulation 

Imagine you are enjoying dinner at a high-end restaurant, almost finished with the appetizer, when you notice a long strand of hair mixed into the food. What would you expect the restaurant to do? Well, this really happened. In this solo episode of Doing CX Right, host Stacy Sherman shares that experience, plus a second restaurant mistake that led to a very different outcome. Both businesses had a chance to recover, but only one response made her feel taken care of and more willing to forgive. Stacy explains why the moments after a service issue can matter more than the issue itself, and why correcting the problem is not the same as making it right. She also connects both stories to Qualtrics XM Institute research, featured in episode 210 with Isabelle Zdatny, showing how customer emotion influences forgiveness, trust, recommendations, and loyalty. This episode helps leaders rethink service recovery as a customer retention strategy, not a simple correction. What You Will Learn Why correcting a mistake and making it right are two different actions. What Qualtrics research reveals about the business impact of emotion when an experience does not go as expected. Why the memory customers carry from a difficult moment can influence whether they return or choose a competitor. What generous recovery looks like in practice, and why one small gesture can influence the customer's next decision. How one phrase can shift the conversation from care to blame. How to assess whether employees are equipped to protect loyalty during difficult customer moments. Have a question or thoughts to share? Leave a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/StacySherman Learn more at DoingCXRight.com and subscribe to the newsletter for more actionable strategies.

Send us Fan MailLayoffs. Restructuring. Industry-wide uncertainty. And your instinct as a high-performing woman leader is the same one you have always trusted: do more, say yes to more, work longer hours.That instinct is the one thing guaranteed to make you less visible at the exact moment visibility matters most.In this Monday Momentum episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton shares the one strategy women leaders can use this week to step out of survival mode and back into the strategic seat. It is called the 90-Day Achievement Inventory. It takes ten minutes. Because working harder in silence is not a strategy. It is a hiding place.What You Will Learn:Why the instinct to do more in uncertain seasons makes high-performing women less visible, not more.The 90-Day Achievement Inventory: a ten-minute exercise that turns invisible work into visible leadership.Three questions to answer this week to claim your impact in language decision-makers can hear.Your Action Step:Set a ten-minute timer today. Answer these three questions in writing. Do not edit. Do not minimize.1.     What results have I delivered in the last 90 days?2.     Who benefited from that work?3.     If my team described my impact over the last 90 days, what would they say?Then take one of those achievements and share it in your next one-on-one or team meeting. Not as a brag, but as a status update from a leader who is clear about where she is adding value.Ready to Go Deeper?Book a complimentary Leadership Strategy Call with Kele to identify exactly what is standing between you and the recognition you have earned.About Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership trainer who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through strategic communication and practical leadership frameworks.Connect with Kele:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/• Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

The Eric Swalwell scandal is not just about one disgraced member of Congress. It is about a culture of protection on Capitol Hill, a media ecosystem that sits on damaging information, and a federal bureaucracy that demands trust while operating behind closed doors. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Congress, the media, and the bureaucracy are exposed as institutions that protect insiders until silence becomes politically impossible. The episode breaks down why the silence lasted so long, why Democrats moved when they did, and why every American should be skeptical of the sudden outrage now pouring out of Washington. What You Will Learn: Why the Swalwell scandal says more about Congress than it does about one member  How media outlets act as gatekeepers and release information only when it becomes politically useful  Why Democrats turned on Swalwell now and what it reveals about power in Washington  How the Fang Fang episode raises deeper questions about judgment, vulnerability, and national security  Why the FBI and political leadership owe the public real answers, not sanitized talking points

You think you know exactly what you want… until life shows you something better. In this episode, Julie Deem invites you to shift your focus from chasing the end goal to embracing the journey that gets you there. This is your reminder that clarity doesn't come from waiting. It comes from moving.If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this episode will help you release the pressure of having it all figured out and start taking aligned action today.What You Will Learn:Why focusing only on the end goal can keep you stuck instead of moving forward.How taking action creates clarity you cannot access by overthinking.Why your vision is allowed to evolve as you grow.How to build trust with yourself through small, consistent steps.What it really means to honor the season you are in right now.FAQ:Why do I feel stuck even though I have goals?You may be too focused on the outcome and not taking consistent action, which is where clarity actually comes from.What if I don't know what my goal should be?Start with what interests you right now and take action. Your direction will become clearer as you gain experience.What is one practical way to start today?Choose one small action that moves you forward and commit to completing it before the day ends.Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uswkokomo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kalena James ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yesitskalenajames⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Deem ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@indymompreneur⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Production by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Business Podcast Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to another episode of Build a Better Agency! Host Drew McLellan sits down with Emily Thompson, marketing manager at CoSchedule, to unpack the just-released AI Impact 2026 research study. With 900 respondents spanning every industry, company size, and marketing level, this is one of the most comprehensive looks at how marketers are actually using AI today and what they plan to prioritize in the year ahead. Despite reporting declining ROI across every major channel in 2025, a striking 79% of marketers say AI positively impacted their performance, and yet only 3% consider themselves AI experts. Emily and Drew dig into what that gap means for agencies, why owned channels like organic search and email are taking the biggest hits, and why the oversaturation of AI-generated AI research content is actually one of the strongest arguments for what agencies do best. The data is full of contradictions that agencies are uniquely positioned to help clients untangle. From the surprising stat that 53% of marketers now use AI tools (not Google) as their primary source of information discovery, to the finding that AI research shows humans still own strategy, this episode is a masterclass in reading the room on behalf of your clients. If you want to know where the real agency opportunity lives in 2026, this conversation is where to start. A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here. What You Will Learn Why 79% of marketers feel positively about AI even as ROI declines across every channel What the AI research data reveals about how marketers are actually using AI in 2026 vs. 2025 Why only 3% of marketers consider themselves AI experts and what that means for agency opportunity Which channels are declining most and why owned media is taking the biggest hit Why lead generation is the top 2026 priority and why marketers channel choices do not yet match that goal How 53% of marketers now rely on AI tools over Google for information discovery Why differentiation (not AI adoption alone) will determine agency success in a saturated market What it means to be your clients AI Sherpa and how to position that as a core offering

Perimenopause isn't the waiting room for menopause. It is its own biological storm. Here's what it does to your body, and exactly what to do about it. In this episode I'm joined by Dr. Mary Claire Haver, board-certified OB-GYN and Menopause Society certified practitioner, and we break down exactly why women in this transition feel like they've lost themselves and how to get back and live their best life. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN • Why do you feel fine one day and awful the next in perimenopause • What is the "zone of chaos" and why your brain feels it first • Why anxiety, brain fog and sleep disruption are the first signs of perimenopause • Does estrogen work better than antidepressants for mood • When to start hormone therapy and where to begin • How long can you stay on HRT • Why belly fat increases in perimenopause and how to address it • How the gut microbiome changes through the menopause transition • Which supplements actually help women over 40: creatine, vitamin D, fiber and more • What vaginal estrogen does and why most women need it VALUABLE RESOURCES • Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what's actually happening in your body — and how to fix it.

If you've been stuck doing 10,000 steps a day and not seeing results, interval walking, sometimes called Japanese walking, might be the shift your body actually needs. Instead of just doing more steps, this method focuses on changing your pace and intensity, which is what really drives fat loss, strength, and results, especially in midlife. In this episode, Chalene Johnson  breaks down why the 10,000 step rule was never based on real health science and how chasing that number can leave you feeling frustrated and stuck. She explains what's really happening inside your body when you hit a plateau and why doing more of the same isn't the answer. You'll learn exactly how interval walking works, how to structure it, and why this simple change can help you burn more fat, improve your metabolism, and get better results in less time. If your body feels like it's stopped responding, this is the smarter, more effective way to get things moving again. Check out this video on YouTube

About the Guest: Mr. Wai Phyo is a leading entrepreneur and business leader in Myanmar whose companies span food manufacturing, nationwide distribution, and technology. He is Managing Director of Yathar Cho Industry Ltd. and Cho Cho Industry Ltd., among the largest instant noodle manufacturers in the country, and also oversees Myanmar Zarla Distribution, one of the largest B2B distribution platforms. His technology ventures include Parama Technologies, OneLink Technologies, and Cannopy Technologies. He serves as Vice President of the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry, founding President of the Myanmar Young Entrepreneurs Association, and is a 2017 Eisenhower Fellow. Wai Phyo is known for his resilience in a volatile environment, his commitment to developing future leaders, and his focus on preparing organizations for an AI-driven future. He believes in reskilling and redeploying people so they can thrive as technology evolves. Hear more about how he turned a family business into a multi-company enterprise in this episode of the Take Command Podcast. What You Will Learn: Why grit is essential to extraordinary leadership and how to build it through failure How to move from scattered expansion to focused, synergistic growth Why succession is a privilege and how to prepare leaders to step up confidently How to create a culture of ownership, trust, and shared responsibility How to apply empathy, respect, and genuine interest in a modern organization How AI can boost productivity while creating new opportunities through reskilling Join us for this episode of the Take Command Podcast to explore what it takes to lead through uncertainty and build something lasting. Wai Phyo combines humility, long-term thinking, and a strong belief in people. He doesn't claim to have all the answers, but his journey offers clear lessons for any leader looking to turn challenges into opportunity. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

When most people think about divorce, they picture the legal process. They imagine paperwork, lawyers, and courtrooms. But the reality is that divorce often begins long before any legal step is taken. In this episode, Susan Guthrie sits down with Erin Levine, founder of Hello Divorce, to talk about the stage of divorce that almost no one talks about: the years of uncertainty before a decision is ever made. For many people, the hardest part of divorce is not the legal process itself. It is the emotional limbo that happens beforehand. The sleepless nights. The constant questioning. The fear about what life might look like on the other side. Susan and Erin explore why so many people spend years wrestling with the decision to leave a marriage, what happens emotionally during that time, and how having the right information and support can dramatically change the experience. If you are currently wondering whether to stay or go, this episode will help you understand that what you are feeling is incredibly common and that there are ways to move forward with more clarity and less fear. What You Will Learn • Why many people contemplate divorce for three to five years before taking action • Why the emotional uncertainty before divorce can be the most exhausting stage • How lack of information often keeps people stuck in limbo • Why most divorces do not need to become courtroom battles • How mediation and other structured processes can help families move through divorce more constructively • Why preparation and clarity can dramatically change divorce outcomes Key Takeaways from This Conversation The Hidden Stage of Divorce Divorce often begins years before anyone files paperwork. Many people spend long periods quietly struggling with whether their marriage can be saved or whether it is time to move on. Living in Uncertainty Is Emotionally Draining The constant question of whether to stay or leave can take an enormous emotional toll. By the time someone actually moves forward with divorce, they may already feel mentally and emotionally exhausted. Information Creates Clarity Fear thrives in uncertainty. When people begin learning about their options and understanding the divorce process, they are able to make decisions from a place of knowledge rather than panic. Divorce Does Not Have to Be a War Many couples are able to resolve their divorce through mediation or negotiated agreements outside of court. Understanding these options can significantly reduce conflict and stress. Golden Nuggets from This Episode • Divorce itself is often not what breaks people. It is the years of uncertainty leading up to the decision. • Many people live in emotional limbo for years before they ever speak to a professional about divorce. • When people have access to information and structured support, they are far more likely to resolve their divorce outside of court. • Preparation and clarity allow people to approach divorce more thoughtfully and with less fear. • Divorce does not have to be a battle. With the right guidance, it can be a transition toward a healthier future. Resources Mentioned in This Episode Hello Divorce Hello Divorce is a modern platform designed to support people before, during, and beyond divorce. The platform provides legal information, tools, and access to professionals who help individuals navigate divorce more thoughtfully and constructively. Explore resources created specifically for Divorce & Beyond listeners: HelloDivorce.com/Susan Free Resource: Divorce Clarity Starter Guide If you are currently in the stage of wondering whether divorce might be the right path, Susan has created a resource to help you begin thinking through the process with greater clarity. The Divorce Clarity Starter Guide is designed for people who are in the early stages of considering divorce and want to better understand their options before making major decisions. Inside the guide you will find: • Questions to help you clarify what is really happening in your relationship • Practical steps to take before making legal decisions • Insight into different divorce paths, including mediation • Guidance to help you approach this transition thoughtfully rather than reactively Download the free Divorce Clarity Starter Guide here: https://divorceandbeyondpod.com/latest-episode   Special Offer from Blue Mercury Treat yourself to luxury skincare, makeup, and fragrance favorites from Blue Mercury, your destination for beauty and self-care. Divorce & Beyond listeners receive 15% off their first order when they use the special link in the show notes. Because you deserve to look and feel your best,  inside and out. You must use this link to receive the 15% off on your first Blue Mercury order: https://divorcebeyond.com/Blue-Mercury About the Guest  Erin's innovative, disruptive approach to how Americans interact with the law make her both a loved and feared force in the legal world. With her groundbreaking divorce navigator platform, she's revolutionizing the broken divorce process, making it affordable and available to everyone. Erin's access to justice work has been recognized by the legal industry and beyond, with awards and recognition from the likes of Women Founders Network, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and the American Bar Association. And though she's been a sought-after family law attorney for more than 16 years, she vows to never practice law again. Website: https://hellodivorce.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodivorce/ Erin's past episodes on Divorce & Beyond: Divorce Reimagined: How Hello Divorce Has Disrupted the Divorce Industry for the Better with Founder and CEO Erin Levine The FYI on DIY Divorce from the Founder and CEO of Hello Divorce, Erin Levine Make the Most of Your Listening Experience: If this episode resonates with you, be sure to: Subscribe to Divorce & Beyond so you never miss an episode. Share this episode with friends or loved ones who need hope and healing. Leave a 5-star review to help us reach even more listeners. Follow Us Online: Divorce & Beyond:  https://divorceandbeyondpod.com, IG: @divorceandbeyondpod Meet Our Host Susan E. Guthrie®, Esq. is one of the nation's leading family law and mediation experts, with more than 35 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate divorce and conflict with clarity and compassion. She is the Immediate Past Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution, a best-selling author, and a sought-after speaker, trainer, and practice-building consultant. Susan recently appeared as the featured expert on The Oprah Podcast, where she shared her insights on gray divorce and the changing landscape of relationships. Her expertise has also been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The Washington Post, NewsNation, and NBC's Chicago Today, among many others. As the creator and host of the award-winning Divorce & Beyond® Podcast, ranked in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide with more than 3.4 million downloads, Susan brings together top experts and powerful personal stories to help listeners move through divorce and beyond with confidence, insight, and hope. Learn more about Susan and her work at susaneguthrie.com. 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If it feels like your body just stopped responding to everything that used to work, you are not crazy. Fat loss after 40, especially in perimenopause and menopause, follows a completely different playbook. In this episode, Chalene breaks down why eating less and doing more cardio can actually backfire and what is really going on inside your body. She walks through the biggest mistakes women make when trying to lose body fat in midlife and the small shifts that can finally start moving things in the right direction. This is not about more discipline, it is about understanding your hormones, your metabolism, and learning how to work with your body instead of fighting it. Check out this video on YouTube

Do you look forward to eating certain foods, or eating a lot, when nobody will know? It can be frustrating to feel so secretive, and maybe even shameful about this. You want to be able to just eat in the open, without judgement. So how can you do that? That's what I'll tell you in this episode. So listen up if you want to be more open with your eating and stop waiting for people to go away.     Interested in working with me? Go to http://www.coachkir.com/group to get all the information you need!   Find show notes and more information at https://coachkir.com/398   WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Why you want to eat when nobody will know What to do if people are judging you for what or how much you eat How to stop wanting to eat excessive amounts of food How to get more pleasure out of less food How to feel more comfortable eating what and how much you want out in the open     FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Awesome Free Stuff The Stop Binge Eating Group Coaching Program Episode #259: Describing Urges and Emotions Episode #359: How to feel better without eating Episode #392: Why You Overly Restrict Your Food, and How to Stop Episode #388: What It Really Means to Have Unconditional Permission to Eat What You Want

Do you usually find yourself eating when you are transitioning from one thing to the next, or when you have downtime between things? If so, then this episode is for you.   I'm going to share the top reasons why people do this and I'll also share some practical tips, that don't take a lot of time, for getting through these times without eating. Listen in to find out what they are.     Interested in working with me? Go to http://www.coachkir.com/group to get all the information you need!   Find show notes and more information at https://coachkir.com/397   WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Why you eat during transitions and downtime How you can begin to calm yourself down quickly How you can get yourself feeling a little more pumped up, and more neutral or positive quickly What to do if you're waiting but don't have a lot of time to do anything   FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Awesome Free Stuff The Stop Binge Eating Group Coaching Program Episode #352: Being With Yourself Episode #212: Resting

In this powerful episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we explore what it truly means to lead with faith, resilience and integrity.Our guest, leadership coach and HR consultant Teesha Carter, shares how being raised by a strong single mother shaped her values of service, compassion and unwavering faith. Through her S.M.I.L.E. framework, Service, Mindful Integrity, Leadership and Efficiency, Teesha helps entrepreneurs and leaders bloom into their highest calling while building thriving, emotionally intelligent workplaces.This conversation is not just about business. It is about character. It is about courage. It is about becoming the kind of leader who transforms culture from the inside out.If you are navigating self-doubt, building a team, or seeking purpose-driven leadership, this episode will speak directly to you.What You Will Learn• Why resilience is the foundation of authentic leadership• How faith shapes decision-making and leadership confidence• The power of emotional intelligence in building trust• How to overcome feeling stuck as an entrepreneur• Why service and integrity create lasting organisational impact• Practical steps to bloom into your purposeChapters00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Leadership04:42 Core Memories and Life Lessons09:25 The Influence of a Strong Mother14:07 Overcoming Obstacles and Life Lessons19:03 Faith as a Guiding Force23:27 Values of Service and Leadership29:36 Integrity and Authentic Leadership34:14 Developing Leadership Skills37:59 Embracing Vulnerability and Emotional Intelligence46:32 Resilience in LeadershipPowerful Sound Bites"I am nothing without Him.""You cannot pour from an empty cup.""How you treat people matters most."About Teesha CarterTeesha Carter is a changemaker, leadership coach and Human Resources consultant dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and organisations to grow with purpose and integrity.Through her S.M.I.L.E. values, Service, Mindful Integrity, Leadership and Efficiency, she equips leaders with practical tools for personal growth, emotional intelligence and cultural transformation.Her work integrates faith, resilience and real-world leadership strategy to help individuals and teams thrive.Connect with Teesha Carter

Walking is great… but it is not building your glutes the way you think it is. Research shows brisk walking activates less than 32 percent of the glutes, and weak glutes are strongly linked to back pain, slower metabolism, and higher fall risk after 40. In this episode, Chalene breaks down the five science-backed glute exercises that actually turn your lower body back on and explains the subtle form tweaks that make all the difference. This is not about vanity. It is about metabolic health, structural strength, and protecting your body as you age. If you want stronger knees, a healthier back, and real lower-body strength after 45, this is where to start. Check out this video on YouTube

Grazing can be an annoying and confusing habit. Sometimes it's hard to figure out why you're doing it, which also makes it hard to figure out how to stop doing it. So in today's episode, I'm going to share the most common reasons why people do it. I'll also help you to stop doing it. This doesn't have to be something you continue doing, and if you start, you can stop. Listen in to find out how you'll do it.     Interested in working with me? Go to http://www.coachkir.com/group to get all the information you need!   Find show notes and more information at https://coachkir.com/394   WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Why you graze on food Why it can be confusing in the moment to understand why you're grazing The first step you need to take to stop yourself from continuing to eat when you're grazing What you can do if your grazing is related to your emotions One of the most useful things you can incorporate into your eating mindset How to start reconnecting to your hunger signals   FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Awesome Free Stuff The Stop Binge Eating Group Coaching Program  

Chalene Johnson breaks her usual rule of avoiding politics to talk about something far more disturbing. This episode digs into the newly released Epstein files, the outrage surrounding Dr. Peter Attia, and the uncomfortable question no one seems willing to answer. Why are some public figures facing real consequences while others remain completely untouched? This is not a partisan conversation. It is a deep dive into power, silence, and the accountability gap that continues to protect the most connected people in the world.

Tech updates, new systems, and all those "this is supposed to make your life easier" moments start to feel like too much and lead into a much bigger conversation. From outsourcing tech overwhelm to watching parents wrestle with apps and platforms that feel anything but intuitive, this discussion connects everyday frustration to deeper shifts around AI, social media, and trust. Chalene breaks down why long-form content feels calmer, why endless scrolling leaves the brain fried, and why younger generations are already pushing back by unplugging. It's not anti-technology or fear-driven, but it is a grounded reality check on why more innovation doesn't automatically equal more peace.  

If goal setting already feels exhausting and it's barely 2026, this episode is for you. Chalene Johnson shares a calmer, pressure free way to think about goals that has nothing to do with New Year's resolutions or blowing up your entire life. Instead of focusing on what you think you should accomplish, this episode helps you get clear on how you actually want your life to feel in this season. Using a simple 90 day system built around alignment and small daily actions, this approach is realistic, grounding, and way more sustainable. It's designed for anyone who wants real progress in 2026 without burning themselves out by February.