Explore every episode of the podcast BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED - Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Growth Mindset, Confidence
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| 158. How to Permanently Overcome Limiting Beliefs with Shelly Lefkoe | REWIND | 04 Feb 2026 | 00:38:20 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with a pioneer and leader in the overcoming in this rewind episode, Host Paola Soares revisits a powerful and timeless conversation on how to permanently overcome limiting beliefs with renowned belief expert Shelly Lefkoe. Shelly Lefkoe is a pioneer in the field of belief elimination and the co-founder and President of the Lefkoe Institute. Her science-based method has helped over 200,000 people across more than 120 countries experience lasting change by identifying and eliminating the root cause of limiting beliefsārather than simply learning how to cope with them. Unlike traditional mindset or personal development tools that focus on managing thoughts, the Lefkoe Method is designed to address why limiting beliefs form in the first place and why they continue to show up in our lives, even when we're highly motivated or self-aware. In this conversation, Paola and Shelly explore:
Shelly's work has been endorsed by some of the most respected voices in personal development, including Jack Canfield, Janet Attwood, Dr. Joe Vitale, Lisa Nichols, and more. Connect with Shelly: Instagram: @shellylefkoeĀ Ā Feeling stuck, unclear, or craving accountability as you move forward in this season? Join the waitlist to be the first to know about our next free call happening in March, where you'll experience the heart of the community: clarity, encouragement, and real accountability alongside like-minded women. š Join the waitlist and be the first invited : Sign Up HERE Ā š» Let's Connect:š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) 133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful Get the Overcome Failure Framework Resource Here Ā | |||
| 157. When It Feels Like Failure: How to Process, Reframe, and Move Forward | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:22:48 | |
In this episode, host Paola Soares explores why so many goals and dreams quietly stallānot because of a lack of motivation, but because of unseen roadblocks most people aren't prepared for. If you've ever started the year feeling hopeful only to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged weeks later, this conversation will feel deeply familiar. Paola reflects on what truly gets in the way of follow-through and why clarity, encouragement, and accountability play a much bigger role in personal growth than willpower alone. She invites listeners to slow down, ask better questions, and consider what support might look like in this next season. This episode also shares details about an upcoming guided reflection experience for listeners who feel drawn to pause, get clear, and approach the new year with greater intention and community. Ā š» Let's Connect:š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) 133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful Get the Overcome Failure Framework Resource Here Ā Ā Ā | |||
| 151. Need a Reset? Journal Prompts to Slow Down, Reflect & Get Grateful | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:25:43 | |
In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, host Paola Soares guides listeners through a powerful "heart reset" using reflective gratitude journal prompts designed to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters this season. Whether you're navigating uncertainty, feeling stretched thin, or craving clarity about your next step, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and tap into a deeper sense of peace and purpose. These prompts are perfect for your morning routine, your quiet time, or anytime you need to reconnect with yourself and God in the middle of a busy season. If you've been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next chapter, this episode will help you return to center and rediscover what's already good, already working, and already growing in your life. ⨠Join the December 15 Dreaming CallPaola is hosting the final free Accountability Community Call of the year on December 15 ā a reflective Dreaming Call designed to help you envision what 2026 could look like. During this live call, you'll explore guided journal prompts to: This is the last free call before the January launch of The Purpose Co. Accountability Community. This is the last free call before the January launch of The Purpose Co. Accountability Community.
š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) | |||
| 61. 4 Reasons Why Finding Clarity on "Your Thing" Will Completely Change Your Life | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:23:07 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares continues talking about one's calling and purpose work. She dives into why finding clarity around "Your Thing" a.k.a. Your calling will completely change your life. If you are someone that isn't quite clear on what you are called to with your life we encourage you to listen to this episode. Whether you have your own business but don't feel fulfilled, or you're in the corporate world and feel bored with your career trajectory we encourage you to listen to this episode.Ā
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| 60. How To Figure Out What You Are Called To Do / Your Purpose - With Clarity and Podcast Coach Stefanie Gass | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:34:29 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with highly sought-after Clarity and Podcast Coach Stefanie Gass. Stefanie is the host of the top rated and Top Globally ranked podcast, The Stefanie Gass Show. Stef is also a Clarity Coach and has helped hundreds of women find clarity around their calling and purpose to launch successful businesses. She is also a Top Podcast Coach where she dedicates her time and talents to helping women successfully launch and Scale their own Podcasts into profitable businesses. In this episode she shares how to find clarity around your purpose and calling, why podcasting might be the very thing you need to propel your business forward As well as a surprise announcement at the end so make sure to listen through, this and so much more⦠Connect with Stefanie Instagram: @stefaniegass  Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 59. What is a "Calling"? How Clarity Around Your "Calling" Could Propel You Into Success | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:08:01 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of clarity around your calling. She discusses what is a "calling" and how it is unique for every individual. She also goes into The importance of knowing ones calling and having clarity around ones calling.Ā She discusses why it could be the very thing that will lead to your breakthrough and give you clarity on the life of your dreams. In today's episode we are discussing the meaning of a calling and why clarity around your calling is so important. This and so much more. To download the free Clarity Around Your Calling Brainstorm Guide go toĀ paolasoares.com Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com | |||
| 58. 8 Tips For Overcoming Bad Habits For Good | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:14:44 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of bad habits. This is something that affects us all, whether the bad habits we struggle with are major ones or ones that are less obvious to other people we all struggle with somehow⦠But have you ever thought about how bad habits could be impacting your career, business or personal life? In today's episode we are sharing 8 Tips For Overcoming Bad Habits For Goodā¦This and more⦠Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 57. 5 Bad Habits That Could Block Your Career Growth and Ruin Your Credibility | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:16:50 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of bad habits. This is something that affects us all, whether the bad habits we struggle with are major ones or ones that are less obvious to other people we all struggle with somehow⦠But have you ever thought about how bad habits could be impacting your career?Ā In today's episode we are discussing 5 bad habits that block your career growth and ruin your credibilityā¦This and more⦠Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 56. 3 Reasons Why Bad Habits Could Be Holding You Back From Your Breakthrough | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:11:12 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of bad habits. This is something that affects us all, whether the bad habits we struggle with are major ones or ones that are less obvious to other people we all struggle with somehow⦠But have you ever thought about how bad habits could actually be keeping you from the breakthrough you are looking to get? Whether it's in our professional or personal life bad habits have a way of affecting whether through our health, reputation, self esteem or productivity. In today's episode we are discussing 3 reasons why bad habits could be the very thing that is holding you back from the breakthrough you are looking for⦠This and more⦠Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 55.How To Authentically Show Up On-Camera & Become An Industry Leader In Your Space With Keri Murphy | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:30:09 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares talks with international speaker, media expert, and business mentor who has helped hundreds of visionaries and entrepreneurs build influential brands and businesses with heart, Keri Murphy. Keri is a veteran of television with 3 decades of experience and with appearances on MTV, E!, Fox and NBC among others. Keri couples that with her extensive entrepreneurial knowledge to help entrepreneurs learn how to stand out on-line, authentically show up on cameraĀ and become an industry leader in their space. Her signature "It Factor" training is one of the most sought-after on-camera training programs for entrepreneurs in the U.S. and has been featured on CNN, ABC, Fox and NBC among others. In this interview she shares why it's important that entrepreneurs position themselves as experts in their industry and what it can do for their business, Why and how to show up authentic on-camera as well as advice for overcoming imposter syndrome when it comes to being on-camera. This and so much more.
Instagram: @inspiredlivingTV Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com | |||
| 54. Why Millennials Might Have A Harder Time Overcoming Setbacks In Their Career Than Gen Z and What To Do About It with Ashley Menzies Babatunde | 20 Jul 2022 | 00:28:49 | |
In her podcast Ashley humanizes success from the Millennial perspective The world often sees just achievers' shiny resumes, highlights shared on social media, and job titles associated with a person's LinkedIn profile but we rarely see the story behind it. Similar to our mission here at But First She Failed. Ashley is changing this one-sided perspectiveĀ and normalizing the ups and downs of a journey to success. She herself has quite the impressive trajectory being a Stanford graduate, then graduating from Harvard Law School and also an attorney in addition to her great new podcast show. In this episode Ashley shares her experience having Jenna Kutcher on her show, how being one of the only women of color in Ivy league and elite spacesĀ impacted her perception of success and Why millennials might have a harder time overcoming moments of failure than Gen Z and what to do about that. This and so much more. Connect with Ashley Instagram: @ms_menzies Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 53. How To Turn Rest and The Summer Slowdown Into Your Superpower For Your Business and Career | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:13:53 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares discusses the importance of slowing down and resting in the summer and 3 tips for turning it into your superpower. If you are an entrepreneur, career boss woman, stay at home mom or anything in between this episode is for you. If you've ever struggled with workaholic tendencies you'll want toĀ lean into this episode. Get ready to get inspired! Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com Resource:
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| 52. Struggling With Selling? Learn The Mindset Shift Needed To Gain Confidence With Selling For Your Business With Business Coach Camie Wilke | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:19:24 | |
In this episode, we dive into the topic of sales and how to get into a healthy sales mindset for your business.Ā If you have ever felt awkward or struggled with the idea of selling for your business or side hustle this episode is for you. Today's guest, Camie Wilke is a faith-based business coach & the hostĀ of the Bibles, Babies & Business Podcast. She is on a mission to help moms learn how to start & grow a successful coaching business so they can quit their 9-5 job, make money online, & stay home with their kids. In today's episode we dive into the common fears that hold women back when it comes sales,how to overcome these limiting business beliefs andĀ how to grow confidence when it comes to selling for your business. This and more. Connect with Camie Instagram: @camiewilkeĀ Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 150. 40 Lessons at 40: Mindset, Purpose & Confidence for Your Next Chapter (Birthday Episode + Giveaway | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:48:02 | |
Birthday Episode + Giveaway on the But First, She Failed podcast. In this powerful conversation, Paola shares 40 Lessons at 40, offering the mindset shifts, purpose insights, calling breakthroughs, and growth lessons that have shaped her over the last decade. Through career pivots, moments of fear, seasons of uncertainty, motherhood, identity work, faith, and building a top 1% podcast, Paola has gathered wisdom she now pours back into her community ā especially women navigating purpose, clarity, and reinvention. This episode is designed for anyone who feels stuck, behind, or on the edge of a new chapter and needs encouragement, strategy, and hope. This episode serves as a blueprint for anyone that wants a breakthrough in their future. Whether you're 25, 35, 45 or beyond, Paola's reflections remind listeners that they are not behind ā they're becoming. And the next chapter can be the most meaningful one yet. š BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY (Celebrating Paola's 40th!)To celebrate her birthday, Paola is giving away a FREE 30-minute 1:1 coaching session redeemable anytime in 2026. To enter: Your review helps the show reach more women stepping into their purpose ā thank you for celebrating with Paola! JOIN THE DECEMBER 15 DREAMING CALL Host Paola Soares is also leading the final FREE Accountability Community call of the year on December 15 ā a reflective and powerful Dreaming Call. Listeners will walk through guided journal prompts to help them:āļø Gain clarity for 2026 āļø Identify goals, dreams & next steps āļø Discern what God is stirring in their hearts āļø Prepare for their next chapter with intention This is the last free call before the January launch of The Purpose Co. Accountability Community. Ā š» Let's Connect:š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) 133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful Ā | |||
| 51. The Common Career Pitfalls That Women Make & How to Avoid them with Acclaimed Performance Coach Lia Garvin | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:19:30 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with acclaimed performance Coach and Author Lia Garvin. Lia has been featured as an expert in Forbes, Business Insider and CNN Business and more. Lia is the the author of, Unstuck: Reframe your thinking to free yourself from the patterns and people that hold you back, showing women how to harness the power of perspectives to re-envision and reinvent their approach to work and life to achieve more, stress less and overcome the barriers that stand in their way. An Operation leader for influential companies including Microsoft, Apple and Google. She's an acclaimed performance coach, who is a leading voice in helping organizations and individuals understand the patterns and perspectives that get in their way from achieving goalsāwith a focus on action and accountability. In this interview she shares some of the common pitfalls that women make in their careers and how to navigate these career traps, and how to tell the difference between your inner critic and constructive criticism. This and more. Connect with LiaĀ Instagram: @lia.garvinĀ Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com | |||
| 50. 5 Ways To Get Inspired When You Are Feeling Creatively Uninspired- 50th Episode Celebration | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:17:47 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares discusses 5 ways to get inspired when you are feeling uninspired. Are you in a creative funk? Everything seems mundane and you are feeling uninspired. If you are in need of some inspiration for your career, business or personal life then this episode is for you.Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 49. Feeling Like a Hot Mess? 3 Steps To Turn The Year Around and Make The Second half of 2022 The Best Of The Year | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:16:12 | |
We are almost at the ½ way mark of the year! Can you believe it? Do you feel like a hot mess? Or like you just can't get a hold of the year the way you'd like? In this episode host Paola Soares goes over 3 steps to stop feeling overwhelmed and start taking control of the year so you can accomplish your goals and make the rest of 2022 the best of the year. Let's Connect:  Instagram: @butfirstshefailed  Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 48. 5 Steps To Overcoming Limiting Beliefs | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:18:07 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares continues diving into the topic of limiting beliefs. She discusses the 5 steps to overcoming limiting beliefs. If you've ever struggled with limiting beliefs this episode is for you. We discuss how to combat limiting beliefs and how to overcome them. Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 47. 5 Ways Limiting Beliefs Can Affect Your Career or Business | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:10:55 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares continues diving into the topic of limiting beliefs. She discusses 5 ways limiting beliefs could be affecting your career and business. Whether you are a woman entrepreneur or a career boss woman this episode is for you. She talks about the ugly ways that limiting beliefs could be popping up in your actions without you even realizing it and how it could potentially be impacting you. Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 46. The 3 Different Types Of Unhealthy Limiting Beliefs That Can Be Keeping You Stuck & Stifle Your Growth | 25 May 2022 | 00:15:20 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares continues diving into the topic of limiting beliefs. She discusses the 3 types of limiting beliefs, limiting beliefs about yourself, others and the world that could be keeping you stuck. We discuss how limiting beliefs could become self-fulfilling prophecies and why it's important to know what these unhealthy beliefs are. Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 45. Could Limiting Beliefs Subconsciously Be Holding You Back? 7 Common Limiting Beliefs | 18 May 2022 | 00:15:24 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of limiting beliefs. She discusses what are limiting beliefs and how they could subconsciously affect you. She also goes over where limiting beliefs come from and goes over 7 common core limiting beliefs that affect most people. She also discusses some signs that you could be dealing with limiting beliefs. Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 44. Why Your Emotional Intelligence and Grit May Determine How Successful You Are with Leadership Coach Dr. Neeta Bhushan | 11 May 2022 | 00:29:54 | |
In this rewind episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with former cosmetic dentist turned best-selling author, international speaker, serial entrepreneur, sought-after leadership coach, and trainer, Dr. Neeta Bhushan. Neeta who is also the Founder of the Global GRIT institute, co-founder of the Dharma Coaching Institute and 3x time author of the best-selling books including Emotional GRIT: 8 Steps to Master Your Emotions, Transform Your Thoughts, and Change Your World, She is also the host of The Brave Table Podcastāan oasis for all the unpredictable moments we face on our journey through life: the raw, the real, the messy & how to overcome them and thrive. Bhushan left her 7 figure dental practice to set out on a self discovery journey which led her across 45 countries while simultaneously developing research. Sparked by her own life experiences overcoming multiple extreme adversities, including being orphaned at a young age, surviving an abusive marriage of domestic violence, and overcoming extensive loss, her breakthrough research in Emotional Grit has been endorsed & utilized by renowned leaders, corporations, students and organizations around the world. In this episode Neeta discusses the power of emotional grit and what it is, why emotional grit might be the determining factor to make you successful and how to decode your genius! Ā Connect with Neeta: Ā Instagram: @neetabhushanĀ Ā
Let's Connect: Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email:paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 43. The Mindset Shift Needed To Go From Where You Are To Having Your Thriving Dream Business with Powerhouse Podcaster & Multi-passionate Entrepreneur Kacia Fitzgerald | 04 May 2022 | 00:36:03 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with multi-passionate entrepreneur, speaker, and podcaster who's on a mission to help women unapologetically share their voice & message with the world, Kacia Fitzgerald. She is the host of the top rated podcast EmpowerHER with over 4 million downloads the first 3 years! She also has a global community of over 2.6K personal growth obsessed women and hosts in-person women Empowerment events and founded two podcast courses. In this episode she shares what to do when you have a "dream job" but something inside is telling you there's something else for you, when to pivot, push or pause on a side hustle and the mindset shift needed to go from Google to full-time Entrepreneur making over 500k⦠This and so much more..  Connect with Kacia Instagram: @Kacia.fitzgerald  Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 42. 7 Benefits of Healthy Boundary Setting | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:09:54 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of boundary setting and discusses some of the benefits of healthy boundary setting. Over the last few weeks we have discussed how Poor boundaries may be affecting your business, career or personal life without you even knowing it and how to start developing healthy boundaries. In this episode Paola shares 7 benefits of setting boundaries so you can show up for your life. Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email: paola@butfirstshefailed.com | |||
| 149. 3 Ways Worrying Is Sabotaging Your Growth (and What to Do Instead) | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:21:09 | |
Are you overthinking, spiraling in "what ifs," or feeling stuck because worry is draining your energy? In this powerful mindset-reset episode, Paola shares the exact reality check she had to give herself this weekāone she knows many faith-driven, purpose-seeking women need to hear too. If you've been feeling unfulfilled in your current job, sensing you're meant for more, or trying to build a dream on the side while juggling all the things, this episode will help you understand how worry might be quietly sabotaging your growth, clarity, and purpose. Inside the episode, Paola breaks down: You'll walk away with practical steps rooted in scripture, neuroscience, and real-life examplesāso you can stop sabotaging your momentum and finally make progress on the dream God placed in your heart. Ā Reminder: The Accountability Community Call is TOMORROW!If you're tired of doing your dream alone⦠this is your space. Join Paola and a community of like-minded, ambitious women for live coaching, encouragement, purpose-clarity, and momentum. This month's call happens Wednesday, Nov. 12 ā sign up in the show notes! š» Let's Connect:š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) Ā | |||
| 41. Bonus: Toxic Workplaces, How To Know If Your Boss Is Truly Toxic With Sarah K. Ramsey | 25 Apr 2022 | 00:09:59 | |
In this Monday Mini episode we share bonus content! Host Paola Soares speaks with Toxic Relationship expert Sarah K. Ramsey. As a coach and host of the globally-acclaimed podcast Toxic Person Proof and her newest podcast Problem Solved: Decision Made. Sarah who has been coaching women on how to become toxic person proof for years, found that an interesting thing was happening as a side effect to her toxic person proof coaching.The women she was working with started getting promotions, salary raises and seeing lots of growth in their career all because of one of the principles she was teaching them which was how to become better at making decisions! Time and again this would happen so though she is the queen of helping people become toxic proof she is now opening up what she teaches to the masses and teaching people how to make better decisions which is what last week's episode was about. As working in toxic work environments and working with toxic bosses or colleagues is becoming more and more common, we couldn't miss the opportunity to ask her about this fascinating topic that she is so well versed in. So in today's Monday Mini you are going to get bonus content on how to identify when a person is truly toxic and advice on dealing with a toxic person. Connect with Sarah Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 40. The Secret To Becoming Better At Decision Making with Sought-After Coach Sarah K. Ramsey | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:28:54 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with professional problem solver Sarah K. Ramsey. As a coach and host of the globally-acclaimed podcast Toxic Person Proof and her newest podcast Problem Solved: Decision Made⦠She helps people get past their past, simplify what's going on in the present, and create easy to implement plans for amazing futures. For years Sarah has been coaching people on how to become toxic proof, while she was helping them in this area she started seeing that solution based thinking skill that she would teach the women she coached started leading to tremendous growth in their careers from promotion to salary raises and overall success in all areas of life. She is now taking this powerful skill set, similar in many ways to what large consulting companies do and sharing it with the masses. In this interview she shares how to become better at decision making, the dangers of prolonged problems that are not resolved and how to separate and resolve even the most complex situations, this and so much more. Connect with Sarah  Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email: paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 39. 10k Downloads Celebration: 4 Lessons Learned 1 Year After Stepping Out On A Big Dream | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:10:05 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares celebrates hitting the 10k downloads milestone for the podcast and shares 4 big lessons she's learned 1 year after stepping out on her big dream! If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, side hustler, career boss woman or even if you aren't sure what your dream is, this episode is for you! Start imagining what your dream life could look like 10 years from now! Get ready to get an inside look at what it looks like to step out a dream, the challenges and the breakthroughs!Ā Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Ā Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com Ā | |||
| 38. 5 Steps to Start Setting Healthy Boundaries | 06 Apr 2022 | 00:26:14 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of boundary setting and howĀ To start setting healthy boundaries. Poor boundaries may be affecting your business, career or personal life without you even knowing it. Whether you are an entrepreneur, career boss woman, college student or stay at home mom setting healthy boundaries is something that is crucial. In this episode Paola shares 5 steps you start setting healthy boundaries so you can show up for your life! Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 37. Can Poor Boundary Setting Be Affecting Your Business, Career and Personal life?-- 5 Signs of Poor Boundary Setting | 30 Mar 2022 | 00:21:20 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares dives into the topic of boundary setting and how poor boundaries may be affecting your business, career or personal life. Poor boundary setting is something that affects us in so many areas yet many of us don't even know we have a challenge in this area. In this episode she shares 5 signs to help you identify if this might be an issue that is affecting you without you even knowing it.Ā Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community Email: Paola@Butfirstshefailed.com
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| 36. How to Make Being Bilingual Your Superpower in a Competitive Industry with Emmy-Award Winning Reporter Steph C. Martinez | 23 Mar 2022 | 00:22:42 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with Emmy-award winning news reporter Steph C. Martinez. Martinez is the creator of Newsquickies, where she breaks down important and complex news in an unbiased and easily digestible bitesize way.Ā Martinez formerly with Univision and Telemundo, also works for Voice of America, the largest U.S. international broadcaster, which provides news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of more than 280 million people around the world.Ā In addition to being an investigative reporter and digital content creator she is also a documentary filmmaker with her first documentary Uncensored: Narco Journalism and another documentary on the way. In this interview she shares how to make being bilingual your superpower, why it's important to go for a dream job even if you don't think you'll get it, and advice for anyone trying to get into a competitive industry.Ā
Connect with Steph Instagram: @stephmnewsĀ Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community Email me: paola@butfirstshefailed.com
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| 35. How To Get Yourself & Your Business Featured In the Media with Visibility Expert Allie Martin | 16 Mar 2022 | 00:21:54 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks withĀ Visibility Expert and Owner of Fame and Fortune Allie Martin. Martin who worked in Public Relations for major companies such as Amazon and Kendra Scott among others has taken the tactics these major companies use and now works with female entrepreneurs to elevate their brand and gain credibility and cash through proactive public relations and strategic social media.Ā She also produces and hosts the podcast Selfish, a show dedicated to self-care and following your dreams. In this episode she shares what steps to take to get yourself and business featured in the news, how to position yourself as an expert in your industry to get invited to speak to the media and why it's so important not to let your sense of identity get wrapped up in what you do or company you work for this and so much more⦠Connect with AllieĀ Instagram: @thealliemartinĀ
Let's Connect: Ā Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 34. How Women Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Burnout by Creating Passive Income with Business Strategist Danielle Wiebe | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:33:34 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with business strategist, podcast host and the founder of Business Babes Collective, a global community for female entrepreneurs- Danielle Wiebe.Ā Ā With over 10 years of entrepreneurial experience, Danielle loves helping women launch and scale profitable, scalable businesses without burnout! She coaches women through her Masterminds, her signature business program: Action Takers Club and 1:1. She believes every woman has something incredible to offer and create income and impact through business.Ā Ā She is also the host of the Business Babes Collective Podcast that helps women scale their business and create recurring passive income without having to work around the clock! Ā In this episode she shares what "profitable action steps" are and why it's so important to prioritize them, why automating things is essential and why sometimes it is absolutely crucial to slow down and think about what you want your business to look likeĀ years from now, this and so much moreā¦
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| 33. Why Hitting Burnout Is So Dangerous, My Story & 3 Steps to Combat Burnout In Your Life | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:24:40 | |
Welcome to season 4 of the podcast! We are so excited to be back with you! In this episode, In this season opener episode, Host Paola Soares spills the tea on what she went through last fall and how she got to a place of extreme burnout and how it started impacting all areas of her life leading to having to end season 3 a little earlier than expected.Ā Paola also shares the dangers of burnout and why it's something that should be taken seriously, along with 3 practical steps that you can take today to combat getting to burnout in your life.Ā If you have workaholic tendencies or are constantly feeling exhausted and overwhelmed in your life, this episode is for you! Even if you aren't in that season, take a listen because we believe that you'll learn the truth about burnout and some ways to avoid it before you get there! If you are in a place of burnout know that you are loved and valuable:) Below is an additional resource:) Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 32. How Fashion Photographer Yesi Laver Overcame & Thrived Through Heartbreak | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:26:33 | |
In this season 3 finale episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with highly sought-after Branding and Fashion photographer Yesi Laver, also known as Simply Lively, who has worked with numerous brands such as Adidas, Journeys and so much more. Her passion For creating beautiful imagery and helping brands tell their story, and her editorial style and eye have helped her rise up the top of her industry. She is continuing to evolve and stepping into art directing as well. If you follow her on social media already, you know that you'll find so much more than just incredible photography, her content is meaningful, inspiring and relatable, she empowers many by bringing them on the journey with her. In this interview she shares how she overcome and thrived through heartbreak and divorce, the power of a strong work ethic, and the importance of a "try everything once" mentalityĀ
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| 148. 3 Types of Burnout (and What They're Really Telling You) | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:12:24 | |
Feeling drained, unmotivated, or disconnected ā even though you're "doing all the right things"? You might be facing burnout⦠but not the kind you think. In this episode, host Paola Soares breaks down the three hidden types of burnout that ambitious, purpose-driven women often overlook. These are the kinds that sneak up on you when you're checking every box, chasing growth, and still feeling empty inside. Paola shares the subtle signs you may be missing ā and what burnout might actually be trying to tell you about your work, your mindset, and the season you're in. š” You'll learn:
If you've been wondering "Why do I feel so tired when I'm doing everything right?" ā this conversation will help you see burnout not as a setback, but as an invitation to realign. šÆāāļø Join the FREE BFSF Accountability Community Call! š” Spots are limited ā and this may be one of the last times I offer this call for free before transitioning into a membership community. Don't miss the chance to be part of it! š» Let's Connect:š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed š© 6 Ways to Know You're Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource) 33. Why Hitting Burnout Is So Dangerous, my story and 3 Steps to Combat Burnout in Your Life | |||
| 31. How To Figure Out if that Business Idea You Have is Viable or Not with Business Strategist Tina Wells | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:25:33 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with the brilliant Tina Wells, a Business strategist, advisor author and founder of RLVNT Media, a multimedia content venture serving entrepreneurs, tweens and culturists with authentic representation⦠She's been recognized by Fast Company's as one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business, Essence's 40 under 40 among other accolades. For over two decades she led Buzz Marketing Group, an agency she founded at age of 16 with clients like Dell, The Oprah Winfrey Network and moreā¦She is also the author of seven books, including the best-selling tween fiction series Mackenzie Blue among others.. Wells also served as Academic Director for Wharton's Leadership in the Business World Program at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania. In this episode Tina shares how to get a business idea out of your head and onto paper to see if it can actually be a feasible business or not, the essentials of market of research and why work-life harmony is better than balanceā¦this and so much moreā¦
Instagram: @tinawellsĀ
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| 30.How Emmy-Award Winning TV Host Pili Montilla Became a Successful Entrepreneur in the Entertainment World | 24 Nov 2021 | 00:27:08 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with Emmy-Award Winning TV Host & Producer Pili Montilla The go-to host in the Bilingual Entertainment and Music World, Pili has interviewed music stars such Gwen Stefani and Ricky Martin among many other notable names. Pili has also reported from the red carpet at Latin Billboards and Latin Grammy's among others. Her career has also taken her around the world with acting and appearing in various films and TV series. Pili, a successful entrepreneur in the entertainment industry has carved out her own lane currently owning a radio station on dash radio platform, the largest digital radio platform. She also currently hosts and produces an uncensored bilingual Latin music Podcast, alongside renowned DJ Raul Campos called "Pili, Raul and La Musica".Ā In addition Pili works as TV host for several networks in both the Hispanic and general markets, as a live host for different events and brands, and as an influencer and content creator for an array of clients including: AT&T, Direct TV, Music Choice, Walmart, Lexus, Starbucks and more.Ā In this interview she shares why it's important to create your own career opportunities, the challenges of stereotyping in Hollywood andĀ how to become an entrepreneur in the entertainment industryā¦This and so much more..
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| 29. Business Plan 101 For Creative Entrepreneurs with Business Coach Katie Wussow | 17 Nov 2021 | 00:24:34 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with well-regarded Business Coach for creative entrepreneurs, Katie Wussow! Katie, who has an extensive background in business consulting for large companies has taken her incredible entrepreneurial skills and know-how is now helping teach early-stage creative entrepreneurs the foundational financial and business strategies they need to turn their passion into profits! She is passionate about helping creative entrepreneurs in an area that many times they struggle with, the business side of things. She is also the host of The Game Changer Podcast where she talks about ways creative entrepreneurs can combine smart strategy with personal development to create game-changing results in their life and business. In this interview she shares why it's important to fail on purpose by embracing beta testing in your business, when and why it's essential to have a business plan and the 2 basic things that are needed before you start a business⦠this and so much more⦠ Connect with Katie Instagram: @katiewussow Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 28. How To Overcome Being A Workaholic With Public Relations Powerhouse JennyLee Molina | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:24:43 | |
Welcome to season 3 of the podcast! In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with multi-passionate entrepreneur and Founder of the award-winning Public Relations & Marketing Agency, JLPR, JennyLee Molina! JennyLee is also a writer, a plant based foodie influencer and a mother on a mission to inspire others to live their best lives through wellness⦠She is also the co-founder of the Leah Arts District, promoting the culture of the city of Hialeah, FL.. Among the many incredible things JennyLee has done in her career she also helped put Miami on the social media map with 305 Cafecito time, making the 3:05pm the official "coffee break" time in the city of Miami celebrating the Latino influence and cultural roots in Miami. In this interview she shares how she overcame being a workaholic, the dangers of overworking and how it can impact your marriage and other important relationships, and the power of accountability and so much more⦠Connect with JennyLee Instagram: @jennyleeisme
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| 27. Season 2 Finale: Overcoming Failure pt. 4 Taking Action and Serving | 06 Oct 2021 | 00:10:46 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares breaks from the usual format of the show and dives into part 4 of the overcoming failure miniseries. In this episode she dives into steps 7 & 8 the final steps of overcoming failure, taking action and serving. Not what you expected? Take a listen and see why these last two last steps are essential when it comes to overcoming failure and getting into that next season of your life where you are thriving and working towards your dreams. Ā If you are someone that has had a moment of failure, feel like a huge blow and are feeling stuck in the failure and don't know how to overcome it, this episode is for you. If you are questioning whether you've really overcome a moment of failure this episode is also for you.Ā In this episode Paola gives some practical advice and shares tools on how to overcome failure and grow and thrive through it, because it's not too late, the life of your dream still awaits you! Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz | |||
| 26. Overcoming Failure pt.3 Dreaming and Inspiration | 29 Sep 2021 | 00:16:18 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares breaks from the usual format of the show and dives into part 3 of the overcoming failure miniseries. In this episode she dives into steps 5 & 6 that are not only essential when overcoming moments of failure but also fun, dreaming and finding inspiration. If you are someone that has had a moment of failure, feel like a huge blow and are feeling stuck in the failure and don't know how to overcome it, this episode is for you. If you are questioning whether you've really overcome a moment of failure this episode is also for you.Ā In this episode Paola gives some practical advice and shares tools on how to overcome failure and grow and thrive through it, because it's not too late, the life of your dream still awaits you! Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 25. Overcoming Failure pt.2 Renewing your Mind & Community | 22 Sep 2021 | 00:20:36 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares breaks from the usual format of the show and dives into part 2 of the overcoming failure miniseries. In this episode she dives into the details of steps 3 & 4 that are essential when overcoming moments of failure, renewing your mind & community. If you are someone that has had a moment of failure, feel like a huge blow and are feeling stuck in the failure and don't know how to overcome it, this episode is for you. If you are questioning whether you've really overcome a moment of failure this episode is also for you.Ā In this episode Paola gives some practical advice and shares tools on how to overcome failure and grow and thrive through it, because it's not too late, the life of your dream still awaits you! Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 24. Overcoming Failure pt.1 Forgiveness & Reflection | 15 Sep 2021 | 00:10:53 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares breaks from the usual format of the show and dives into the overcoming failure miniseries. In this episode she dives into the details of the first two steps that are foundational and needed in order to overcome moments of failure, forgiveness & reflection. If you are someone that has had a moment of failure, feel like a huge blow and are feeling stuck in the failure and don't know how to overcome it, this episode is for you. If you are questioning whether you've really overcome a moment of failure this episode is also for you.Ā In this episode Paola gives some practical advice and shares tools on how to overcome failure and grow and thrive through it, because it's not too late, the life of your dream still awaits you! Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed Weekly But First, She Failed Newsletter Sign up/ Your Boss Woman Profile Quiz But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 23. How Media Startup Founder Liz Rebecca Alarcón Built a Thriving Media Startup with Reach to over 1 Million People | 08 Sep 2021 | 00:23:00 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with social entrepreneur and Media Startup Founder, Liz Rebecca Alarcón. Liz is the Founder & Executive Director of Pulso, a non-profit media startup that brings culturally relevant Latino news, history and culture to over 1 million people in the United States. Since launching in 2018, Pulso has gained some very notable fans including Rashida Jones and JLO to name a few. Liz is also a sought-after Political Analyst with her writing and commentary on Latin America and Latinos in the US being featured in The New York Times, USA Today, Time Magazine, Newsweek & The Miami Herald among others. In this interview she discusses why it's important to go to market with a project before having it all figured out, the challenges that come with leadership and how sometimes our biggest public victories can feel like personal failures... this and so much more⦠Connect with Liz Rebecca Instagram: @lizrebealarcon Instagram: @projectpulso
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| 22. Why Starting a Podcast May Be Your Best Career/Business Move with Podcast Producer Eugenia Woo | 01 Sep 2021 | 00:32:44 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with Podcast Producer and Manager Eugenia Woo. A pioneer in the podcasting space having had one of the very first Spanish language Podcasts.She is a fellow Podcaster and Host of the Fairly Bold Podcast, where she inspires women to create massive change in their lives one small - and Bold - step at a time.Ā Eugenia Woo is Podcast Manager and Producer who combines the strategic side of podcasting with the secret technical sauce that makes podcasts a success. As the creator of a five-star, top 120 podcast, she has combined years in the Marketing industry, and her MBA degree, with her own podcasting experience to create a unique system designed to make business podcasts a success. She is very strategically minded and is now combining her acumen for business with her passion for podcasting and helping business owners create podcasts to help them grow their businesses. In this interview she shares why podcasting may be your best career move, why conforming can be painful and the benefits of podcasting that every business owner should know about. This is so much more. Connect with Eugenia Instagram: @Eugenia.woo Eugeniawoo.com/butfirstshefailed
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| 147. A Decade of Failing Forward Into Faith: Paola Soares on Overcoming Fear and Finding Purpose with Johanna MƤkilƤ-Manninen | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:43:06 | |
⨠Special Episode: From Failure to Faith ā Paola's Interview on The Vibrant Flow Podcast ⨠This week on But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares shares something a little different. Recently, she was invited to be a guest on šļø The Vibrant Flow Podcast with Johanna MƤkilƤ-ManninenĀ āa friend of But First, She Failed. Paola loved Johanna's thoughtful questions and the authentic flow of their conversation so much that she asked if she could share it here with you. š In this inspiring interview, Paola opens up about her decade-long journey of overcoming fear of failure, healing from shame, and learning to fail forward into faith. She shares behind-the-scenes moments from her career in national news, the painful season of being let go, and how God used that experience to redirect her toward her true callingāhelping women step boldly into the purpose He designed for them. šæ šø About The Vibrant Flow Podcast: š§ Go listen:Ā The Vibrant Flow Podcast for the full interview! In this episode only part of the full episode is shared so if you enjoyed make sure to go to The Vibrant Flow Podcast to listen to the rest of the convesation!Ā Johanna is also about to launch her 12-Week Personal Branding Incubatorālinks to both below! š¬ Community Update: šæ In This Episode: ⨠Connect with Johanna: š Follow Johanna on Instagram: šø Learn more about Johanna's 12-Week Personal Branding Incubator: Ā š» Let's Connect:šÆāāļø Join the FREE BFSF Accountability Community Call! š” Spots are limited ā and this may be one of the last times I offer this call for free before transitioning into a membership community. Don't miss the chance to be part of it! š² Instagram: @butfirstshefailed ⨠FREE RESOURCE: 6 SIGNS YOU ARE OR AREN'T WALKING IN YOUR GOD-GIVEN CALLING --> paolasoares.com/calling | |||
| 21. How To Slay Investments with In-demand Money Coach Delyanne Barros | 25 Aug 2021 | 00:25:21 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with In-demand Money Coach, Delyanne Barros a.k.a. The money slayer who has been featured on CNN, TIME, Business Insider and more highlighting her work around Financial Literacy. Delyanne is a content creator too, putting daily content around this topic of investments to her social media networks for her close to 200K followers on TikTOK and 100K followers on Instagram. A former employment attorney that focused on representing employees on cases around discrimination, wage and hour cases and more she saw firsthand the disparity that exists around the wage gap when it comes to women and minorities. Now she is a Money Mentor dedicated to helping women, especially women of color, move from focusing on budgeting to investing. She's on a mission to get minorities to start investing to bridge the gap and be able to be financially free and become "work optional". In this interview she discusses how to retire early, how investing can be a form of protest, and a secret that millionaires and billionaires use when it comes to investingā¦this and more. Connect with Delyanne Instagram: @delyannethemoneycoach TikTok:Delyannethemoneycoach Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed But First, She Failed FB Community
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| 20. How To Manage Your Time like a Boss with Highly Regarded Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick | 18 Aug 2021 | 00:28:21 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with well regarded Time Management Coach, Anna Dearmon Kornick. Anna helps busy professionals master time management so they can stop feeling overwhelmed and start spending time on what matters most. Anna knows a thing or two about managing timeā with a long career trajectory in high level roles where time management is crucial from being a former scheduler for a U.S. Congressman to a former Chief Spokesperson for a LT. Governor to working in the high stakes world of Crisis Communications, Public Relations. Anna is also the host of It's About Time - A Podcast about Work, Life and Balance, where Anna shares time management tips, productivity strategies and real-life advice to help her listeners make the most of their time. In this interview she shares what steps to take if you are feeling overwhelmed with managing your time,Ā the power of the "In between" season, and why our calendars have to reflect our values... this and so much more... Ā Connect with Anna Instagram: @annadkornick Ā Let's Connect: Instagram: @butfirstshefailed | |||
| 19. How Powerhouse Fashion Stylist Samantha Jo Alonso Found Success by being Rooted in a Life of Service | 11 Aug 2021 | 00:32:29 | |
In this episode, Host Paola Soares speaks with multi-hyphen powerhouse creative Samantha Jo Alonso. From being Co-Founder of the legendary retail Boutique Fruition that has had famous clientele such as Jeremy Scott and Kanye West among others to being a stylist and working with big brands such as Nike on various projects to being a brand consultant, motivational speaker and philanthropist creating numerous outreach opportunities. Samantha also created a wellness movement with founding MISSION I'M POSSIBLEĀ creating a space for people to come together and run together while finding community.Ā Ā And as if that wasn'tĀ inspiring enough Her latest projects Socks Sammy Jo has been widely successful as well. Samantha's multi-disciplinary force defines the modern day renaissance woman. Moving effortlessly among fashion, fitness and philanthropy, it's no surprise that Samantha's vision and worldview for life has prepared her to inspire others to follow their dreams. In this interview she shares why it's important to be rooted in a life of service, the importance of relationship building and how failures can become moments of revelation when it comes to character building. This and so much moreā¦.Ā Ā Connect with Samantha Jo Alonso Instagram: @samanthajoalonso
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