Have you ever had that tiny voice inside of you saying "girl, you were made for  more" ? Yep, me too. And guess what, that tiny voice starts to get louder and louder the more you ignore her. 

Today's guest is one of my favorite humans. We met earlier this year in a podcast mastermind and have since become good friends! Cristal Jacobo is a powerhouse, top empowerment coach, speaker and community builder. 

In this episode, Cristal shares her journey from being a school teacher to becoming a successful entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of following your gut feeling and craving for more in life. Cristal highlights the significance of attending events and investing in mentors to accelerate personal and professional growth. She also discusses the need to rewrite limiting beliefs and overcome imposter syndrome. Cristal's company, She's Made for More, focuses on empowering women to make money, make an impact, and create their own versions of success. She invites listeners to join the She's Made for More Live event, which combines masterminds, private mentorship, and events to help women scale their businesses and build a supportive network.

takeaways

• Follow your gut feeling and crave for more in life.
• Invest in mentors and attend events to accelerate personal and professional growth.
• Rewrite limiting beliefs and overcome imposter syndrome.
• Build a supportive network and collaborate with others.
• Create your own version of success and define what it means to you.

Connect further with Cristal HERE or on IG @cristal.jacobo

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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You're invited to my FREE LinkedIn webinar happening later today!! This is for you if you are interested in growing your personal brand and/or biz on LinkedIn. Your ideal client or customer IS hanging out on LinkedIn and I'm here to teach you all of the things. Register HERE

This will be recorded if you can't make it! 

I can't wait to see you there! 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Friend, are you wanting to move the needle in your life? Whether it be personally or professional, I can promise you that you can do it by getting in the dang room. 

You might be thinking.... what room? The networking rooms! The rooms where other people are that are doing the same things that you want to be doing. The rooms where people are that could potentially offer you a new role, the rooms where other entrepreneurs are hanging out and sharing ideas, the rooms where other podcasters are learning....it is seriously a game changer. And yes, I know these things typically cost time and money, but they are worth it every single time! 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you own a service based business and are you struggling with how to market yourself or your business? I got you and today we are spilling all of the tea!

Emily Sereno is the founder of the Servicepreneur Network, a community designed to help service-based business owners connect, network, and build their brands. She offers marketing support and expertise to Servicepreneurs, helping them showcase their expertise and build credibility. Emily emphasizes the importance of focusing on what you have to say and how you deliver that message before considering the channels to use. She also addresses the challenges that Servicepreneurs face in marketing their businesses, such as showcasing intangible results. Emily is passionate about helping Servicepreneurs overcome imposter syndrome and perfectionism and build confidence in promoting their businesses.

Takeaways

• Servicepreneurs are individuals who offer services as their primary business service offering, rather than physical products or content creation.
• When connecting with your audience, focus on what you have to say and how you want to deliver that message before considering the channels to use.
• Servicepreneurs face challenges in marketing their businesses, such as showcasing intangible results and building credibility.
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and perfectionism is crucial for servicepreneurs to confidently promote their businesses and connect with their audience.

More on Emily HERE and connect with her on LinkedIn HERE

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you feel like you are spinning your wheels when it comes to social media and growing your business? Trust me, I've been there! Which is why I'm here to talk about about the power of LinkedIn! 

Today I share my personal LinkedIn journey and encourage you to get active on the platform. I discuss exactly how I started using LinkedIn to build my personal brand and audience, and share tips for posting content and engaging with others.  LinkedIn is a long game and not a quick solution for marketing and that all of my growth has been organic- no ad spend. So if I can do it, you can too!

Takeaways

• LinkedIn is not just a professional networking site, but also a social media platform.
• Consistency is key when posting on LinkedIn, start with a frequency that works for you.
• Engage with other accounts on LinkedIn by liking, commenting, and providing insightful comments.
• Building a community and audience on LinkedIn takes time and is a long-term strategy.
• Optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract attention and opportunities.
• Being active on LinkedIn can lead to entrepreneurship and speaking engagements.
• LinkedIn is a valuable platform for female entrepreneurs to start and scale their businesses.

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you currently in a season of life where you are making some BIG decisions? Maybe you are switching jobs or wondering whether or not you should start a business. Either way, we all have things that we go through in life and listening to your intuition is crucial when it comes to decision making.  

Today I have Lynn Robinson with me. Lynn, bestselling author and intuitive advisor, shares her journey of how she launched her business at a funeral and emphasizes the importance of trusting intuition in making life decisions. She defines intuition as a guidance system that helps us make good decisions and explains how to recognize when intuition is showing up. Lynn discusses the consequences of not trusting intuition and shares personal stories of when she didn't follow her intuition. She also explores the shift in societal acceptance of intuition in decision-making and the need for new leadership that embraces intuition. Lynn provides a three-step intuitive technique for creating a successful life and offers tips for dealing with worry and negative self-talk.

Takeaways

• Trusting intuition is essential in making good life decisions.
• Intuition often leads us out of our comfort zone, but that's where growth and success lie.
• Writing down goals, visualizing success, and taking action are key steps in using intuition to create a successful life.
• Negative self-talk and worry can be counterproductive and can be replaced with empowering affirmations and positive questions.
• Society is increasingly recognizing the importance of intuition in decision-making and leadership.

Lynn is an Author, Speaker and Intuitive Advisor who helps people make changes and achieve their goals—both personally and professionally—by following their intuition. You can find here HERE or connect with her on LinkedIn HERE

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you mixing your personal and business finances together? We've all been there, but the reality is that things can get messy quick. 

In this conversation, Stephanie Vokral discusses the importance of planning for exiting a business. She emphasizes the need for business owners to work with a certified financial planner and a certified exit planning analyst to ensure a holistic approach. Stephanie explains that it is crucial to start planning for an exit several years in advance, with a minimum of five years but potentially up to 10 years depending on the industry. Stephanie addresses the complexities of selling a business during a divorce and the need for prenuptial or postnuptial agreements to protect business assets.

Takeaways

• Working with a certified financial planner and a certified exit planning analyst is crucial for a holistic approach to exiting a business.
• Planning for an exit should start several years in advance, with a minimum of five years but potentially up to 10 years depending on the industry.
• Keeping clean books and separating personal and business finances is important for maximizing the value of a business.
• Selling a business during a divorce can be complex, and prenuptial or postnuptial agreements can help protect business assets.

Stephanie is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and has extensive training in the areas of investments, risk management, estate planning, tax planning, education planning, and retirement planning. As a financial planner, she answers her clients’ financial questions. How do I not run out of money when I’m older? When should I take Social Security? Can I afford to be my parents’ caregiver or is there a better way? Is my spouse’s divorce proposal a fair settlement to me?

She has also completed a specialized educational program in professional divorce analysis to earn the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) credential. 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you proactively planning for your financial future? This is a question every women should be asking themselves because the reality is that life throws us curveballs that sometimes we aren't expecting and having a sound and secure financial plan can help soften the blow. 

Today I have Stephanie Vokral  CFP®, AIF®, CDFA® with me.  Stephanie, a wealth manager at Investra, discusses the importance of keeping personal and business financial records separate, as well as the need to plan for life-changing events like death, disability, and divorce. She emphasizes the importance of women building wealth and preparing for their financial future.  

Takeaways

• Keep personal and business financial records separate for better organization and liability purposes.
• Plan for life-changing events like death, disability, and divorce by addressing risk management and having the right financial documents in place.
• Women should prioritize building wealth to secure their financial future, as divorce and widowhood can significantly impact household income.
• Start investing as early as possible and work with a financial planner to understand your risk tolerance and create a diversified investment strategy.

Stephanie is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and has extensive training in the areas of investments, risk management, estate planning, tax planning, education planning, and retirement planning. As a financial planner, she answers her clients’ financial questions. How do I not run out of money when I’m older? When should I take Social Security? Can I afford to be my parents’ caregiver or is there a better way? Is my spouse’s divorce proposal a fair settlement to me?

She has also completed a specialized educational program in professional divorce analysis to earn the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) credential.

More on Stephanie HERE and connect with her on LinkedIn

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever had that inner voice inside of you rear it's head pulling you in another direction than where you are currently going? Maybe it's to pursue another job, or start a business, or start being active on social media or start a podcast or maybe it's something in your personal life. Either way, fear is what typically holds us back. And at the end of the day, fear is just a 4 letter word. 

In today's shorty episode, I am here to encourage you that whatever it is that you are being called to do- do it!!! Don't let fear hold you back! 

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever looked into your closet and automatically your mood went south because you feel like you have nothing to wear? Me too!

Today I have a Professional Stylist with me. Estelle Winsett, a former attorney turned entrepreneur and personal stylist for female attorneys, shares her journey of discovering the power of style and its impact on confidence and professional success. She emphasizes the importance of dressing for success, representing yourself online, and building a versatile wardrobe. Estelle's work focuses on empowering women to feel confident and express their professional identity through style.

Takeaways

• The power of style in shaping confidence and professional success
• The importance of representing oneself professionally online
• Building a versatile and empowering wardrobe
• Embracing body positivity and empowering women through style

More on Estelle Winsett HERE and you can connect with her directly on LinkedIn HERE 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered about the power behind personal branding? It's one of my favorite topics and one that we dive more into today! 

Marina Byezhanova, the founder of Brand of a Leader, discusses the importance of personal branding and how to establish a personal brand. She emphasizes that personal branding is rooted in introspection and understanding oneself better. By developing a personal brand, individuals can increase opportunities and have more visibility. Marina also distinguishes between a personal brand and a professional brand, highlighting that a personal brand is an expression of who a person is, while a professional brand focuses on what they do. She advises starting the personal branding process with introspection and self-awareness, and recommends choosing one platform to establish a presence before expanding to others. Marina provides insights on creating thought leadership content on LinkedIn and the importance of humanizing one's brand. She suggests outsourcing content creation when it becomes unsustainable for individuals to maintain consistency. 

Takeaways

• Personal branding is a process rooted in introspection and understanding oneself better.
• A personal brand is an expression of who a person is, while a professional brand focuses on what they do.
• Start the personal branding process with introspection and self-awareness.
• Choose one platform to establish a presence before expanding to others.
• Create thought leadership content on LinkedIn and humanize your brand.
• Consider outsourcing content creation when it becomes unsustainable to maintain consistency.

More on Brand of a Leader HERE and you can connect with Marina on LinkedIn HERE 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you a LinkedIn Lurker? If you have created a LinkedIn account, but only log on to look at what other people are doing or scroll.... you my friend are a lurker. 

This episode was recorded to encourage you to start taking action and get active on the platform because there is so much magic happening on LinkedIn! LinkedIn has evolved into a platform for creators to build their personal brand and grow their business. It offers less competition compared to Facebook or Instagram. The visibility on LinkedIn is high, with only 1% of people posting content. The platform has become more than just a professional networking site, with features like LinkedIn Lives and audio events. Engage on LinkedIn by optimizing your profile, connect with others and start liking/commenting on posts. It can lead to so much visibility for you and your business, so what are you waiting for? 

Takeaways

• LinkedIn is no longer just a platform for job seekers and recruiters, but a place for creators and business owners to build their personal brand and grow their business.
• With only 1% of people posting content on LinkedIn, there is less competition compared to other social media platforms.
• LinkedIn offers features like LinkedIn Lives and audio events, making it more than just a professional networking site.

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Frustrated with the healthcare system in the United States? This episode is for you! Today I sit down with Dr. Megan Carter, Founder of MC Heath Care Consulting and we talk through some of the obstacles and challeges heathcare organizations are facing today. 

Dr. Megan Carter, shares her journey from being a nurse to becoming a healthcare entrepreneur. She discusses the top three issues in healthcare: workforce shortage, burnout and PTSD, and complexity and workload. Megan introduces her patented clinician refocus framework, which helps healthcare professionals optimize their time and focus on patient care. She emphasizes the importance of data in driving change and highlights the passion of healthcare leaders to make a difference.

takeaways

• The healthcare sector is facing challenges such as workforce shortage, burnout, and complexity in workload.
• Megan Carter's clinician refocus framework helps healthcare professionals optimize their time and prioritize patient care.
• Data-driven insights are crucial in identifying areas for improvement and driving change in healthcare.
• Healthcare leaders are passionate about making a difference and improving patient care.

You can learn more about Megan HERE or connect with her on LinkedIn HERE

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you overwhelmed with trying to figure out how to use social media to grow your business online? Today I have the social media queen and expert Shelby Clement with me! 

Shelby shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship and the importance of authenticity on social media. She emphasizes the need to show up as your authentic self and humanize your brand to set yourself apart. Shelby also discusses her upcoming launch of a membership program that helps businesses post consistent content on social media. She encourages people to embrace imperfection and stop striving for perfection. 

If you own a business and use social media to help promote your offers, services or products this episode is a must listen! 

Takeaways

• Embrace authenticity and show up as your true self on social media to set yourself apart from competitors.
• Humanize your brand by sharing your values, mission, and non-negotiables to connect with your audience.
• Failure and fear are opportunities for growth and pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone.
• Stop striving for perfection and embrace imperfection to be relatable and memorable.
• Trust and collaboration with clients are key to success in marketing and social media management.

Shelby Clement - Louisiana native, wife to a total stud, and momma bear to two little tikes. Oh, and did I mention she's also a kick-ass entrepreneur? She's all about helping small businesses crush it in the social media game.

​So, if you're ready to level up your social media presence, you've come to the right place. Her team is all about killer content, strategic planning, and mad SEO skills. They will make your biz shine online

Register for her webinar HERE
More on SCM Marketing HERE
IG: @itsshelbyclement

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Did you know that I'm the Founder and creator of a wine drinkware product called ChilledVino? Today I share my journey of inventing ChilledVino, my patented wine drinkware product that keeps beverages cold for hours. I talk about the inspiration behind the product and the challenges faced in bringing it to life. I emphasize the importance of having a supportive partner and hiring the right professionals, such as a mechanical engineer, manufacturing partners, marketing companies and a CPA. I also talk through the challenges of what it looked like bringing a product to life in the middle of a pandemic! 

Takeaways

• Creating a product from an idea to physical creation is a challenging and expensive process.
• Having a supportive partner and hiring the right professionals is crucial.
• Prototyping and testing are essential to ensure the functionality and aesthetics of the product.
• Finding a manufacturer and navigating legal contracts can be difficult.
• Dealing with shipping and warehousing issues can present additional challenges.

ChilledVino has been featured in television segments & magazines and I wouldn't change it for the world!  

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

IG @cpennington55

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Ready to start your health and wellness journey? Look no further than this conversation today!  I have with fitness empire owner and Momboss Brittany Burnham! 

Brittany is the CEO and Founder of Hitt with Britt and PWR- Power, Wellness and Recovery- located in Albany, NY. Brittany  shares her journey from being a single parent in an abusive relationship to becoming a successful entrepreneur and mindset coach. She started her fitness empire in her mom's backyard and grew it to over 100 members before getting a facility. Brittany emphasizes the importance of mindset, resilience, and adaptability in entrepreneurship. She also discusses the significance of prioritizing health and wellness and the impact it has on all aspects of life. Brittany is passionate about working with moms and entrepreneurs, helping them navigate their businesses and find their mission and vision.

Takeaways

• Mindset, resilience, and adaptability are crucial for success in entrepreneurship.
• Prioritizing health and wellness is essential for overall well-being and success in all areas of life.
• Finding a supportive community and surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals is important for personal and professional growth.
• Understanding your identity, strengths, and values is key to navigating your business and finding your mission and vision.

Brittany is now a mindset coach, Podcast Host of the Momboss Maximizer and event host. More on PWR HERE. You can connect with Brittany on LinkedIn HERE and on Instagram @brittany.burnham 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you hate talking about Finances? I've been there and have had to learn how to embrace those conversations both at home and in business! Today's conversation is about the importance of financial planning and protection in the face of life's uncertainties such as death, disability, and divorce. I share my personal experience with being previously divorced (now happily remarried) and being temporarily disabled last year due to an accident. The conversation highlights the significance of discussing and addressing these topics, despite the stigma surrounding them.

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever woken up one day and decided that you wanted to do something else professionally other than what you previously had been doing? I know I certainly have an so did this powerhouse of a human being! 

Today I have Erin Gerner with me. Erin,  founder of Powerhouse Lawyers, shares her journey from practicing law to creating a community for female lawyers. She discusses the importance of finding alignment with your values and priorities, taking small action steps, and seeking mentorship and community support. Erin emphasizes the power of creating spaces where women can come together, support each other, and empower one another. She encourages listeners to choose their heart and make intentional decisions that align with their dreams. Erin's ultimate goal is to foster community and provide resources for female lawyers to feel empowered and have options.

Takeaways

• Get clear on what you really want and what is important to you.
• Take small action steps and build your confidence muscle.
• Seek mentorship and connect with a community of like-minded individuals.
• Choose your heart and make intentional decisions that align with your dreams.
• Create spaces where women can come together, support each other, and empower one another.

Erin Gerner is a former practicing lawyer turned coach and advocate for women in the legal profession. She is on a mission to help women combat overwhelm, realign careers with values and priorities, and foster a sense of community among law-minded women.
Erin experienced the all-too-familiar feelings of defeat, lack of support, and expendability that many women in the legal world grapple with. Rather than accepting these as inevitable, Erin made the courageous decision to step away from her legal practice and chart her own path.

Over the past decade, Erin has immersed herself in the secrets of success, and is dedicated to helping fellow legal professionals overcome obstacles, achieve their goals, find their true calling, and create lives that reflect their deepest desires.
As the visionary founder of Powerhouse Lawye

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Friends, I cannot wait to launch this program to you! Ladies that Link is going LIVE Monday June 10th and will be open for 1 week and 1 week only. More in this episode on what to expect from the membership. Sign up for the wait list HERE. Can't wait to see you there! 

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered how to move the needle when it comes to creating a better life for yourself? I know I certainly have! 

Investing in yourself is the ticket to creating a better life for yourself.  In today's episode, Christina Lecuyer and I talk through mindset, confidence and steps you can take to create the life of your dreams. Christina shares her journey from seeking external validation to finding true happiness and confidence. She emphasizes the importance of personal development and mindset in achieving success. Christina believes that confidence is like a muscle that gets stronger with use and that hard work and a positive mental attitude are key to leveling up. She also discusses the correlation between confidence and success, the value of investing in oneself, and the balance between confidence and cockiness. 

Takeaways

• Confidence is like a muscle that gets stronger the more you use it.
• Hard work and a positive mental attitude are key to achieving success.
• Making decisions that align with your values and lead to a fulfilling life is essential.

Christina Lecuyer (@bechristina)

Voted one of the Top Confidence coaches in 2020, Former Professional Golfer and TV host, Christina Lecuyer now works with an extensive list of clientele from around the world - including small business owners, entrepreneurs, and Wallstreet CEOs. 

After years of battling low self-confidence, an eating disorder, and tying her worth to external validation, Christina has created what she refers to as “the best life ever” which includes a multi six figure business coaching clients from around the world. Through her signature “Decision, Faith & Action” framework Christina has helped 1000’s of clients curate their own “best life ever” which for many of her clients include multi 6 and 7 figure businesses.

Christina is one of only a handful of coaches that specializes specifically in building confidence using a 1-1 coaching model, because she believes it's the long term accountability and support from working on both mindset and strategy that creates sustainable and enjoyabl

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Want to know more about Ladies that Link? I'm here to share all of the things! In this episode, I go more in depth into what exactly to expect when Ladies that Link launches on June 10th! I am so excited to offer this membership program and can't wait to see you there! Join the waitlist HERE to be the first to know when it goes LIVE!!

I cannot wait to see you there!! 

Let's goooooo!

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered how to turn an idea into a physical product? I'm here to tell you it is no easy task!

Today I have Leslie Danford with me. Leslie is the Founder and CEO of Vita Minis, sharing her journey of starting a functional food and beverage company for families. She discusses the incremental process of developing the idea, finding a co-manufacturer, and launching the product. Leslie also talks about the challenges of competing with big companies in the health food industry and the importance of targeting leading-edge consumers. She emphasizes the need for a clean, easy, and effective product that tastes good. We talk trough the benefits of Vita Minis and how they can be consumed. We also unpack strategy of bringing a product to both retail and direct-to-consumer sales.

Takeaways

• Starting a business is an incremental process that involves developing ideas, conducting research, and finding the right partners.
• Competing with big companies in the health food industry requires targeting leading-edge consumers and offering a clean, easy, and effective product.
• Vita Minis provides a convenient and guilt-free way to meet nutritional needs with its functional food and beverage products.
• The products can be consumed in various ways and offer benefits such as immune support and gut health.
• A successful sales strategy involves a combination of retail and direct-to-consumer channels.

More on Vita Minis HERE 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you someone who is wanting to deepen your connections with other women on this platform and be part of a community? Building community is everything and I decided to create a membership program that would help further connections on here but I wanted to teach everything that I've learned about starting and growing an active LinkedIn account and how I can transform your life professionally.

Ladies that Link is launching in June and I'm so excited to go on this journey with you! My mission is to bring together women who are ready to start their LinkedIn journey and connect more with women on a similar path. I'll be teaching exact strategies, trends and ways to grow your personal brand and business on the platform. 

Link to register for the waitlist HERE. Also, I'll be doing a FREE group coaching call via zoom for those that register from the waitlist. Let's goooo! 

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Hey friend! When I say the word engagement on LinkedIn do you have a blank stare? Maybe you have a profile created, but haven't really done anything with your account at this time. This episode is for YOU! Today I go through LinkedIn engagement Do's and Don'ts. And how to get started with creating and getting engagement on LinkedIn. 

If you learned something or this episode resonates with you, send me a DM. I'd love to hear from you!

More on ChilledVino HERE https://chilledvino.com/

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you love a skinny marg? Me too!!! And today I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mara Smith, Founder and CEO of Inspiro Tequila. 

In today's episode, Mara shares her journey from being a lawyer to starting her own tequila company. She wanted to create a clean alternative to traditional tequila brands and saw an opportunity to speak directly to women consumers. Community is super  important to Mara, both in building her brand and supporting other female entrepreneurs.  We also talk about the importance of giving back and collaborating with other female founders. 

Takeaways

• The path of transitioning from corporate to stay at home mom to trailblazing entrepreneur 
• Creating a clean alternative to traditional tequila brands and speaking directly to women consumers 
• Building a community and supporting other female founders is so important 
• The importance of giving back and making deep connections within your community.

You can find Inspiro Tequila HERE and connect with Mara further HERE

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Guess what is the MOST underutilized tool on LinkedIn? The DMs!!!There is so much magic that can be created in a direct message it is not something to be overlooked. You can..... 

1. Network with other professionals
2. Reach out to a potential new client
3. Open up the conversation about a potential new job 
4. Schedule a meeting with someone who can help you move the needle in your professional life. 

I know I know, sending a DM can feel scary, but the more you do it.... the easier it will come! 😎

So this is your sign to start using the DM tool and see what magic happens!

PS: If you receive a DM from me.... it's ME 💥 not a virtual assistant

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever been in a room at work and looked around and no one looked like you? In today's episode, I sit down with corporate trailblazer Angie Breedlove. Angie, co-founder of Xcelerator Group and founder of Women of Warranty, shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship. She discusses the importance of women in leadership roles and the challenges she faced in starting her own business. Angie also highlights the success of Women in Warranty and the need for more women in the warranty industry. She emphasizes the importance of finding passion in your work and balancing work and life.

Highlights Include: 

• Women play a crucial role in leadership positions and decision-making.
• Entrepreneurship comes with challenges, but it also provides opportunities for personal growth and learning.
• Nonprofits like Women in Warranty can make a significant impact by fostering diversity and inclusion in the warranty industry.
• Balancing work and life is a continuous process, and it's important to find passion in your work.

As Chief Revenue Officer, Angie leads the company’s sales, corporate development, marketing, pricing, and revenue management. She also oversees the company’s ongoing channel and client expansion efforts into emerging warranty products and technology.

In her previous roles as Vice President of Retail Strategy at Assurant, she led the strategic design, product development, and program optimization for nationwide retail companies including Lowe’s Home Improvement, Harbor Freight, American Freight, and Conn’s Home Plus. Angie was responsible for increasing expansion and development efforts into high-growth, emerging retail channels in both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce.

Prior to Assurant, Angie led the development and expansion of after-sales service from operational design to technology implementation at Lowe’s Home Improvement. By sourcing complete program management and administration of warranty services, their program grew to make Lowe’s the #1 retailer in service contracts for appliances, tools, and outdoor power equipment. She a

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you have boundaries in your life? Boundaries must exist in both our personal and professional lives. In today's episode, I unpack the importance of setting boundaries in all sections of your life. I share my own journey of learning to establish boundaries and provide tips on how to create and maintain them. I also touch on  the concept of human design and the Enneagram as tools for understanding yourself and how you are making decisions. Highlights Include: 

• Setting boundaries is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Understanding one's human design and Enneagram type can help in establishing boundaries.
• It is important to limit time and exposure to toxic or draining people.
• Setting boundaries with work, such as not answering emails or calls after a certain time, can lead to increased happiness and productivity.
• Time blocking is an effective strategy for managing tasks and improving focus.

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you in a season of life where you are struggling with confidence either professionally or personally? In today's episode, Dr. Brandy Stamper and I discuss how to cultivate success on your own terms in a way that feels authentic, fun and sustainable so that you can expand your income, influence and impact without compromising who you are or what matters most.

Takeaways

• Confidence is crucial in leadership, especially for women who are often socialized to doubt themselves.
• Building confidence requires self-awareness and inner knowing of your strengths and purpose.
• Imposter syndrome can be managed by acknowledging, validating, and reframing your fears.
• The Enneagram is a powerful tool for understanding your strengths, motivations, and blind spots as a leader.
• Cultivating success on your terms means knowing what you want, why you want it, and setting goals that align with your values.
• Authentic leadership builds trust and allows others to know what to expect from you.

Brandy is a women's leadership expert and professional coach dedicated to guiding high-achieving women to lead with clarity, connection, and confidence. Through her expertise in Enneagram assessments, identity mastery, and work-life integration, Brandy helps her clients harness their inner wisdom and authentically navigate their careers and personal lives. She empowers women to redefine outdated paradigms of success and womanhood, paving the way for a new generation of empowered leaders.

You can find her on LinkedIn HERE and her website HERE

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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How often do we get caught up in our head or talk ourselves out of doing that thing? Whether it's starting a business, or learning a new hobby or learning a new skill or having the courage to reach out to that potential client....making these decisions to do the hard things can be daunting. We've all been there and today's episode is all about focusing on taking small steps over wanting everything to be perfect. So whatever it is you have calling in your mind, this is my encouragement to you to just start. You don't have to have everything lined up or the perfect message crafted or all of your I's dotted and your T's crossed. 

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered what is the difference between a good leader and a great leader? In today's episode, Ally Stone and I talk through the strategies and practical insights for effective leadership. Ally shares her journey in hospitality leadership and offers insights on culture, leadership, and personal growth. She emphasizes the importance of leading oneself and fostering connection with team members. Allie also discusses the concept of energetic alignment and the significance of listening to one's inner voice. She provides strategies for balancing technology and self-care in a busy world. 

Highlights Include: 

• Leadership requires self-awareness and a focus on personal growth.
• Fostering connection and building relationships are essential for effective leadership.
• Energetic alignment involves understanding what brings you energy and what drains your energy.
• Listening to your inner voice can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Ally Stone has been a partner and leader in the hospitality industry since 2005. During that time, she was integral to developing 15 successful businesses and teams. As Director of Culture and Leadership Development, Ally mastered a deep understanding of what it means to be truly connected as a leader and how that drives the success of any business. She bases her leadership style on what she has come to call “Inspired Leadership.” the approach elevates team thinking beyond everyday problems and obstacles, building instead on quality in group and individual connection for lasting effect. This has created a culture of engaged, emerging leaders in her organization that
many admire and emulate to this day.

Ally has worked with thousands of leaders from all levels of organizations. In 2022 Ally was awarded the Transformational Leader Award by The Universal Women’s Network and recognized as The Most Inspiring Leadership Development Company by A. I. International. Ally is also a certified Meditation Teacher, a Heart Math Resilience Mentor, and an ICF Certified Coach working towards her Master's Certification.

Ally is active and loves

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This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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One of the best investments you can make is in yourself. That looks different to different people, but we all need to make this a priority in our life. In this episode, I talk about my personal journey with investing in myself both personally and professionally. I talk through the different areas that have been game changers when it comes to growth.  I  also highlight the value of being in rooms with like-minded individuals and joining mastermind groups to learn from and connect with others. This is my encouragement to you! Highlights Include:

• Reading personal development books can provide valuable knowledge and insights.
• Maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly can increase energy levels and overall well-being.
• Practicing gratitude can help shift focus towards the positive aspects of life.
• Therapy can be a valuable resource for mental health and problem-solving.
• Joining mastermind groups and being in rooms with like-minded individuals can lead to personal and professional growth.
• Making time for self-investment is essential for creating a bigger and better life.

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

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Are you active on LinkedIn or a lurker?👀 A lurker is someone who has an account set up, regularly logs on, but never engages with others.  LinkedIn is a social media platform, which means you are supposed to engage with each other. Yes, it's the largest professional networking site in the world, but there is also a  ton of opportunity to expand your professional network on the platform. 

In today's episode, Britta Blanski, an employer brand consultant and podcast host, shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming an entrepreneur. We talk about the importance of employee voices in employer branding and the need for companies to showcase their authentic culture. Britta talks through why she chose LinkedIn as her niche and highlights the supportive and collaborative environment on the platform. She also discusses the value of LinkedIn as a platform for professional growth and learning. Highlights Include: 

• Employee voices are crucial in shaping a company's employer brand.
• Employees can be the best salespeople and referral sources for a company.
• Engaging with others on LinkedIn is mutually beneficial and helps build professional  relationships
• LinkedIn offers a supportive and collaborative environment for professionals to connect and learn.

Connect with Britta HERE on LinkedIn and her company Britta June & Co HERE

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you ready to explore the power of LinkedIn? I made the decision to be active on LinkedIn exactly one year ago and it literally changed my life. ❤

LinkedIn has evolved from a platform for job seekers looking for jobs and companies hiring to a full-blown professional networking website. With 1B users and 130 million active daily users there is a HUGE opportunity to be SEEN 👀

In today's episode, I share my personal journey of starting, growing, and scaling my LinkedIn presence. There is endless possibilities and professional opportunities on the platform, you just have to start putting yourself out there.

And remember, I started from ZERO 🚀

So what what are you waiting for? Let's goooooo!

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Interested in learning more about your human design and how to use it in your business? Then this episode is for you! 

Lauren Armstrong shares her journey from a corporate career to becoming an entrepreneur in the field of human design. Human design is a combination of ancient systems and modern science that provides individuals with their unique energetic blueprint. There are five human design types: generators, manifesting generators, manifestors, projectors, and reflectors. Each type has its own alignment theme and out-of-alignment theme. Lauren explains how human design can be used to operate and market a business, as well as make decisions that align with one's design. Human design is valuable for both entrepreneurs and corporate employees.

takeaways

• Human design is a combination of ancient systems and modern science that provides individuals with their unique energetic blueprint.
• There are five human design types: generators, manifesting generators, manifestors, projectors, and reflectors.
• Understanding one's human design can help in operating and marketing a business, as well as making decisions that align with one's design.
• Human design is valuable for both entrepreneurs and corporate employees, as it helps individuals understand their strengths and find roles that are a natural fit.
• Human design can also be applied to relationships, providing insights into dynamics and areas of potential conflict.

Lauren is certified as a Human Design Business Consultant through the International Human Design School. She also holds certifications in neuro-linguistic programming and time techniques, is trauma-informed and is a clinical hypnotherapist, reiki practitioner, retreat leader, author and speaker.

Connect with Lauren further HERE or you can find her on IG laurenarmstrong_

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you setting and achieving goals in your life? This could be a professional goal or a personal one. We've all been there... new year, new goals. But are you really holding yourself accountable and moving the needle every single day to work towards making it happen?

In today's episode, I sit down with goal setting and accountability coach, Jen Laffin. 
Jen explains that setting goals is essential for personal and professional growth and encourages you to doubt your doubts and overcome your fears. She also shares strategies for dealing with doubt and imposter syndrome, emphasizing the need to recognize and acknowledge these feelings while not letting them control decision-making.

Takeaways Include:

• Setting goals is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Doubting your doubts and overcoming fear is essential for achieving goals.
• Developing grit and perseverance is key to overcoming doubt and achieving success.
• Effective goal-setting involves having a long-term vision and breaking it down into smaller, actionable steps.
• Giving yourself grace and avoiding perfectionism is important when facing setbacks or challenges.

Jen Laffin is a Success Mentor who has spent the last 15+ years helping goal-setters become goal-getters. She teaches you how to doubt your doubt so that you can move out of your Comfort Cave toward new growth with greater ease and less stress. She specializes in supporting those who struggle with procrastination, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome to develop self-accountability without angst. Jen is the host of The Flight School Podcast and founder of the Goal Getters Club.

More on Jen HERE and you can connect with her on LinkedIn HERE

Check out her podcast HERE and Goal Getter's Club HERE 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Guilty over here, I definitely have!! In today's short episode I talk through steps that I take to overcome imposter syndrome and get started working towards my goals. 

Thanks for listening, I'm so happy you are here! 

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Do you ever have that inner voice telling you that you were made for more? In today's episode, Audrina Blackburn shares her career journey from professional ballroom dancer to corporate executive to full-time entrepreneur. She discusses the skills she transferred from dancing to her corporate career, the lessons she learned in corporate America, and the importance of listening to feedback as a leader. She also talks about building loyalty in a team, scaling a company, and the decision to start her own business. Audrina offers advice for women considering entrepreneurship and highlights the benefits of starting your own business. Highlights include:
 
Importance of Listening to Feedback as a Leader
Scaling a Company and Process Optimization
Advice for Women Considering Entrepreneurship

Audrina Blackburn's journey from a professional ballroom and Latin American dancer to a dynamic entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. Following a career-altering knee injury, she pivoted to the corporate world, rapidly rising from an entry-level role to Director, and then to VP of Business Operations within an award-winning performance marketing company. Over nine years, she honed her skills in leadership, team management, and operations across multiple departments.

Today, as the co-founder of Summit Chasers Network, Audrina dedicates her expertise to aiding SME business owners in building sustainable, scalable enterprises. Her story is a compelling narrative of resilience, leadership, and the power of embracing change.

You can find her HERE and more on Summit Chasers Network HERE

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Hi Friend! After dropping the question box in my IG stories, I got a lot of feedback from you guys on what you wanted to hear about in solo episodes. So, in this solo episode, I discuss the topic of quitting a job that you're not passionate about anymore. I emphasize the importance of listening to your inner voice and understanding the driving factors behind your desire for change. I also talk through the importance of having open communication with your significant other and encourage you to explore various ways to pursue your passions and make money, such as starting a side hustle or creating an online business. I highlight the value of learning new skills and being okay with starting from scratch. Remember: your employer does not define their entire career trajectory.

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered exactly how to utilize AI to help grow your business? We've all heard the good and the bad about AI and everyone seems to have an opinion on it. In today's episode, I sit down with AI and Automation Expert Alane Boyd to talk through exactly how she's embraced AI to grow and scale multiple companies. We discuss:

How to use AI to increase connection
The Power of Authenticity
Practicing Gratitude for Yourself

Alane Boyd is the Co-Founder of BGBO Co., an operations and growth strategy agency utilizing AI and automation to improve efficiency for their clients. In 2022 her company launched Arvo, an AI-powered visual documentation software for creating standard operating procedures, training documents, and company knowledge. Alane has been written and featured in Entrepreneur, HuffPost, South by Southwest (SXSW), PBS, FemFounder, and many more.

You can connect with Alane on LinkedIn HERE 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered why some people thrive in their careers while others flounder? Childhood trauma can hold you back professionally and it can rear it's ugly head in your career if you let it. Today Deborah Volkman-Brown, PCC and I discuss what exactly you can do to overcome it and not let it hold you back professionally.  We discuss:

Reversing Thought Patterns
Understanding the Value of the Inner Work
Importance of Having Goals and an Action Plan

For over two decades, Deborah Brown-Volkman has been on forefront of the coaching industry and is known as the go-to resource for goal achievement. She is a Certified Career & Executive Coach and Career Goals Guru who has helped clients through some of the toughest moments in their careers.

As an author of several books, she taps into 20+ years of solid career coaching experience empowering clients to find new jobs, new careers, and new ways of dealing with workplace challenges. She has worked with clients in companies, including: Facebook, Google, Citibank, Nautica, Verizon, and many others. Deborah is regular person who went through a tough beginning, survived it, healed herself, and now is on a mission to help people get unstuck, a mission she takes seriously. You can find more on Deborah HERE

Link to her book HERE

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered what makes a great leader? Great leaders create irresistible culture that drives results. And great leaders are not just born, they are created though years of experience, their ability to pivot, tough decision making,  professional development and coaching. In today's episode, Lyndsay Dowd and I discuss:

The benefits of leading with heart

The BEST question a leader can ask

How trust is your currency

Lyndsay Dowd is a Founder, Speaker, Coach, Podcast Host, Author and storyteller.

Lyndsay speaks to companies and coaches executives on the importance of building irresistible culture that DRIVES RESULTS! She shares humorous and gut wrenching stories of her experience of surviving both good and toxic culture.

With a 25+ year career in sales and management, Lindsay is an accomplished leader, decorated seller and has successfully managed large, cross brand, diverse, high performing sales teams.

If you are struggling with attrition, morale or toxic leadership, don't wait to lose more employees. Let Lyndsay help you build the organization your employees are proud of and watch your results improve. Click HERE to learn more!

Connect with Lyndsay on LinkedIn HERE

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you in a season of change professionally? Maybe you are looking for a new job or were recently laid off. We all go through seasons of change and when we are in these seasons, it's helpful to know and learn the skills necessary to navigate to the other side.

In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lisa Stryker. Lisa is a certified coach, trainer and speaker with an extensive background in communications, leadership and personal development. She is a life coach for leaders, helping people who are called to lead to actually enjoy it, and have a life outside work too. Lisa's mantra: Our most important conversations are those we have with ourselves. We cover:

How to Rebound Professionally with Confidence

Actions and Mindset Shifts to Get Unstuck

Why Perfectionism is Boring

Everyone goes through professional seasons of change at some point. Learning the skills necessary to work through each scenario is crucial and can sometimes soften the blow. It's hard when you loose your dream job or something changes at your current job that triggers the need for a change. But, change is necessary for growth.

You can find Lisa on LinkedIn HERE and more on her coaching business HERE.

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Unpopular Opinion: Most people do not know what they are doing when it comes to interviewing potential employees. Just because you have a have a Manager, Director, VP or C-Suite title does not make you qualified to interview potential employees. The reality is that most people have not been trained or taught exactly how to interview a potential employee. The good news- it's a skill you can learn! It's best practice to be prepared for the interview with questions. 

In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Interviewing Expert and Co-Founder of Expert Interviewers Lorna Erickson. We cover:

How few companies actually train their managers how to interview

What interview questions should you ask 

The most shocking and worst interview question she has ever seen asked

For nearly two decades, Lorna has dedicated her work to studying and practicing different interview techniques. How did she become an expert? She developed an interviewing case study and conducted more than 5,000 interviews to examine and practice different methods. It was during that time, Lorna learned the tools and techniques that yielded the highest results in both interviewing efficiently and hiring accurately.   

Shortly after finding her expertise, came her desire to share that information with others. Lorna then began creating and delivering custom interviewer training for both small teams and multi-billion dollar companies globally. She has an obvious passion for what she does, and in her trainings she uses a balance of humor and real life experiences to educate teams and give them clear tools to help them hire better.

You can find Lorna HERE and more on Expert Interviewers HERE

And don't forget to follow Expert Interviewers on IG @expertinterviewers 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Are you spinning your wheels trying to recruit and hire for your team? Trust me, we've all been there. It's what I call the "hiring headache".

If you have an opening on your team but have no clue where to start, this is for you

If you have an opening on your team, but no candidates to show for it, this is for you

If you have been interviewing for your opening, but have not found the one, this is for you

If you want to learn a recruiting strategy that actually works, this is for you

I've decided to host a FREE Recruiting workshop exactly 1 week from today! It'll be a 3 day series on March 7th, 12th and 14th via zoom. Each session will last 30 mins. I'll be teaching effective and efficient recruitment strategies to use specifically on LinkedIn. Register for this event HERE. I look forward to seeing you there!

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ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

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If you are curious about how to grow your personal brand or business here on LinkedIn this webinar is for YOU! I’ll be teaching you exactly how I went from ZERO followers to over 7K in under a year. We will go through exactly how to grow your network and audience leading to endless leads and potential clients. I’ll show you how to position yourself as the “go to” and expert on here. And how to grow visibility to you and your business! Without any AD SPEND!

Link to register HERE: https://lnkd.in/eKdpKkXN

Can’t wait to see you there! 

Have questions, send me a DM 😎

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered why happiness in the workplace matters? It matters because it has a rippling effect on recruiting, retention, company culture, productivity, profitability, sales  and overall well being of a company's health. Healthy companies have high preforming teams, high preforming profits and low turnover. In this episode, Jessica Weiss and I unpack why it is so important to prioritize happiness in the workplace and some actionable items to do so. 

Jessica Weiss has spent the last 15 years doing endless research, speaking to thousands of people, all about happiness.

Jessica is a speaker and consultant who teaches businesses how to find more happiness, fulfillment, and satisfaction at work. With 15 years of experience working with global brands like Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, and American Express, Jessica is a trusted source for those who are searching for tangible, research-based strategies to create happier workers.

Jessica is a TEDx speaker and organizational leadership expert who uses her humor and "tell-it-like-it-is" style to teach companies across the country why work can and should be a source of happiness, and how to create spaces where people love to work.

Jessica is an expert in leadership, culture and organizational development who understands what it really takes to unlock engagement. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and has an MBA from Columbia University.

You can find more on Jessica HERE

This is an episode you do not want to miss! 

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

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Have you ever wondered, what does human resources actually do? Most people have no clue the scope of work that falls within the realm of Human Resources. Typically it includes areas such as recruiting, hiring, employee relations, company culture, leadership and development training, benefits and sometimes even payroll. Today Michelle Aronson discuss all of the things and why exactly Human Resources plays such a crucial role to a company, no matter the size. 


Michelle spent two decades on a career journey through strategic Human Resources, growing from a recruiter to a People Experience Officer, executive coach, graduate school professor, small business owner, and podcast host of True Stories at Work. In her pivotal role as People Experience Officer, her teams successfully designed strategies to improve employee and customer metrics year over year. Her unique approach aligns people with business strategy, emphasizing innovation, impact, and outcomes.

 
Michelle learned a lot about shaping company culture, including that leading and learning were more impactful when they were collaborative and fun. She even took improv and standup comedy classes to enhance her skills.

 
As the host of True Stories at Work podcast, Michelle shares the best things about working in Human Resources: the people, the stories, and the real things that happen at work that no one knew about …workplace confessions!

 Now, Michelle runs the Culture and Strategy Lab, helping companies achieve business results by connecting business strategy and workforce experience. The lab is a space where employees and leaders co-create measurable and actionable strategies to achieve business results, while remaining aligned to the company culture, mission and values.

The Culture and Strategy Lab builds a unique approach tailored to your company. Visit physicsatwork.com or connect with Michelle on LinkedIn if you want to improve your workplace!

Follow her on LinkedIn HERE or reach out to her at The Culture and Strategy Lab.

This is an episode you do not want to miss!

PS: Interested in starting a podcast? I'm a HUGE fan of Riverside.fm! That's what I use to record all of my podcasts. They have amazing AI that helps me generate my weekly videos and I

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Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

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Are you interested in learning how to negotiate your next salary increase? That's a no brainer! If you are in process of making a job change, chances are you are leaving money on the table. Learning now to negotiate  more money, more benefits and more time off is literally a game changer.

In today's episode I have Keri-Lynne Shaw with me. Keri-Lynne is a fractional Chief People Officer and Founder of her company The Salary Bump. She partners and advises companies on topics like Strategic Hiring, Growth Impact and Tailoring Teams for ultimate success!

The Salary Bump is her newest program offering intensive 1:1 coaching and digital courses to help YOU learn all of the negotiation tactics. With less than 15% of candidates negotiating their offers, she recognized a critical need for empowerment.  Leveraging her experience, Keri-Lynne has made it her mission to equip job seekers with the knowledge and tactics they need to not just succeed, but to excel to your fullest potential! 

Click HERE for more on The Salary Bump!

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This is an episode you do not want to miss!

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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE

ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

Have you ever felt stuck in your professional career? At some level, I think we all have.  Sallie is an amazing example of someone who went to law school to be an attorney, had a very successful career as an employment lawyer, but felt called to do something completely different. In today's episode, we talk through listening to your inner voice, being okay with hearing no and gaining the confidence and having the right mindset to pivot  in your career.

Sallie Holder, Greenville, SC-native and Founder + CEO of The BRIMM - The Beyond Rock Middle Movement, is a passionate leader who thrives on helping like-minded entrepreneurs realize and ultimately achieve their true potential. Sallie’s expertise does not solely lie in mentoring business owners; her unique background qualifies her as one of the most distinctively decorated business coaches in the southeast.

Prior to founding The BRIMM, a premier business coaching community for female
entrepreneurs, Sallie graduated from Vanderbilt University in Human & Organizational
Development, received a law degree with a specialty in labor and employment law, advised some of the biggest companies in the world during her 10-year law career, and served as the Chief Operating Officer for six different companies. It was in these various roles that Sallie found her true passion for business coaching and felt called to provide the secrets of how larger companies found success.

Dynamic, engaging, and passionate are some of the many ways to describe Sallie as a leader. She has the uncanny ability to uncover the real things holding business owners back, even when they may not be aware of them themselves. She can pinpoint hurdles specific to each client and provide practical training and realistic steps to overcome them. Her unmatched holistic coaching style has fostered a resilient and engaged community of like-minded entrepreneurs that help empower each other.

Throughout her career, Sallie has received various achievements and accolades. In 2016, Sallie was awarded the “Jumpstart Award” for helping the highest number of people successfully launch their business during the fiscal year, and in 2021, she was named one of GSA Business Report’s Women of Influence. Also in 2021, USA Today named Sallie’s book Hitting Rock Middle one of the top-rated books that will change your life and business.

In her free time, you can find Sallie spending time with her two children, Edward (16) and Catherine (13), and twin siste

Support the show

LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE

ABOUT THE HOST:

Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I teach women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.

This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.

Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE

IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!