Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

My book, Take The Lead, is now available for purchase! In this episode of Leading Lady, I am sharing how my book came to be. This project is something I have been working on for quite some time now. To be honest, it is probably one of the hardest things I've ever had to do but also the most rewarding. I remember the day I decided that I wanted to start a book. It was years ago and after a long journey, it is so exciting to finally be here now. Writing a book about your life and experiences can be a little scary. As I started to put my stories onto paper, I learned that it is a lot more complex than I had even imagined. I knew I had a book inside of me, but it took a lot of effort to put it all together. I teamed up with my dear friend, Hannah, who is very well versed in the process of creating a book, and she was a huge help to me with making this happen. Thanks to her expertise, I was able to turn it into something that I am truly proud of. I hope that you are able to get a copy and see that I poured my heart and soul into writing this book. It is raw, vulnerable, and honestly, very cathartic. It deepened my own understanding of myself and why I do what I do. Make sure to tune in to this episode to learn more about how this book came to be, how this led to us starting Lofthouse Publishing, what you can expect from my book and more. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Resources Mentioned: Get your copy of Take The Lead: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/take-the-lead-book/ Check out Unbroken Threads: https://www.amazon.com/Unbroken-Threads-Jennifer-Klepper/dp/1948051117 Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Head to https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadingLadiesAAL to join! Let's connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aalcoaching Let's connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leading_lady_coach

Have you ever felt discouraged by dieting? Many of us have been there. We are unhappy with the number on the scale so we start restricting and dieting in hopes that we will reach that magical number that will make us feel happy and worthy. Diets detract from our health and wellbeing in a different way. Instead of being fully present and in the moment with our loved ones, we are in our heads worrying about our diet. There's a lot of negativity and guilt that comes with that and it makes it hard to just enjoy your life. In todays' episode of Leading Lady, I sat down with Elizabeth Harris to talk more about the harmful aspects of dieting and the impact of intuitive eating. Elizabeth Harris is a dietitian and Intuitive Eating counselor. She's passionate about empowering women to find food and body peace with Intuitive Eating and body image healing. By shifting the focus weight to wellbeing, Elizabeth helps women stop dieting and start living. Her motto is "self-care, not self-control." Because food is meant to be enjoyed, movement should make you happy, and we've all got better things to do than count carbs! Elizabeth holds a Master's degree in nutrition from the University of Southern California. She loves to hike, garden, read, and travel the world—hitting every farmers' market along the way. Don't accept the premise that weight equals health! That is all diet culture trying to tell you that you need to be a certain way but that's not what's important. We all have difficult body image days, it's totally normal. It's what you do with those days that's important. Make sure to tune in to this episode to learn more about why dieting doesn't work, why focusing on intuitive eating is biologically and psychologically healthier, the benefits of being weight-neutral, and so much more. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Resources Mentioned: Visit her website: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/ Join the Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nutritioncoachingwithRDNElizabeth Follow Elizabeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_harris_rd/ How to Break Up with Dieting For Good mini-course: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/how-to-break-up-with-dieting-for-good Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Head to https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadingLadiesAAL to join! Let's connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aalcoaching Let's connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leading_lady_coach

Have you heard the term "unicorn" used in the online business world? This is usually used to describe someone who is good at many different things and ready to jump in and help solve any problem. Everyone wants to hire a unicorn! In today's episode of Leading Lady, I sat down with Emily Reagan, the ultimate unicorn! Emily saw a gap in the skills that aspiring digital marketers knew and the needs of business owners, and she made it her mission to help those future freelance unicorns learn the skills they need to know to become irresistible to clients. Emily Reagan, mom of four, Air force wife, is a Digital Marketing Strategist and founder of the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. She has a background in journalism and electronic media. Emily teaches digital marketing tech skills in her 6-week intense training program the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant which opens a few times a year. It covers the must-knows of online business: SEO, blogging & WordPress, email marketing, affiliate marketing, social media, and marketing strategies. She calls her course graduates "unicorn digital marketing assistants" because they have all the resourceful qualities, online insight, and implementation skills that online business owners are looking for. Aka that total magical package. Emily is very proud to say she still does the client work as a Fractional CMO (Chief Marketing Officer). Emily's passion for what she does is so inspiring. Whether you're looking for a new career as a unicorn digital marketer, or you're thinking about hiring one for your business, you'll find some amazing information in this episode. Make sure to tune in! Resources Mentioned: Freebie: How to Make a Living on Your Terms Workshop Join Emily's Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant Lab Visit Emily's website Follow Emily on Instagram Connect with Emily on LinkedIn Follow Emily on Facebook Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Is your business aligned with your faith? It can be a little scary and vulnerable to be so open about your faith as a woman in business. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Erin Harrigan to talk about how God has a different definition of success and he is waiting for us to embrace it and align with his assignment. Erin Harrigan is a Christian wife, mom, and international coach/speaker, helping women tune out the world, tune into God's truth and turn up focus to redefine hustle & pursue success in God's way. It's easy to get discouraged and feel like you aren't successful because your life just isn't perfect like what you see on social media. It's important to remember that no one is perfect. What you see online is just a highlight. Everyone has their own struggles and difficulties that many of us will never see. We shine when we embrace those perfect imperfections so that we can step into our faith and align ourselves with God's plan. To do this, you have to let go. Let go of your idea of success and let God lead you to where you need to be. It can be scary to surrender control, but it is truly amazing what happens when you do. Tune in to learn more about how you can be a woman of faith in business, how to let go and let God lead, the 4 keys to aligning yourself with God's plan, and so much more! Resources Mentioned: Download The 4 Keys Guide Check out the Be Led Retreat Visit Erin's website Follow Erin on Facebook Follow Erin on Instagram Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

You don't have to upend your life to make animal and environmentally friendly choices. Topics like climate change and deforestation can be really overwhelming to think about. After all, how much of a difference can one person really make? The truth is, we need everyone's effort. Taking steps to be more environmentally friendly will make an impact. Every small action adds up to big changes. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, Crystal DiMiceli joined me to talk about how we can make a difference in our environment even with the tiniest of changes. Crystal was that little girl who loved animals and brought home strays whenever her parents would allow it (that may still be her M.O.!). She was that teenager who watched a show about pollution and vowed to stop it when she grew up. But, she's also that woman that loves to travel to far-off places on fossil fuel-guzzling airplanes while wearing leather shoes. She may not be the perfect example of how to do eco- and animal-friendly 100% "right", but she makes every effort possible. She does her research, makes conscious choices, and listens to both sides of the aisle. She wants to bring attention to the good things that are happening so that we can elevate and scale up these acts so that they, ideally, become the norm. She understands that nothing is black and white, there are many shades of grey. Although, she prefers to say many shades of green. You don't have to be perfect to be environmentally conscious. It all starts with one small change. We are so much more powerful than you may think, especially together. Make sure to tune in to learn how you can start making more environmentally conscious decisions in your life today. Resources Mentioned: Visit Crystal's website Follow Crystal on Facebook Follow Crystal on Instagram Becoming a Force for Nature free guide Listen to the Forces For Nature podcast Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Is your business online? I know many business owners drag their feet about getting online. It's a huge commitment, but the truth is you need to be online if you want your business to thrive. Think about it, when you are looking for a new restaurant or vacation spot, what do you do? Google it! You look to see if businesses and places look legit. This helps you feel better and more confident about what you decide to spend your money on. Now think about your customers! Imagine how many people you are missing every single day by not having your website, branding, or social media accounts set up. In today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with one of my Leading Lady Ambassadors, Chrissy Rey, to talk about why you need to get your business online and the steps you need to take to make it happen. Chrissy is the founder and president of Pongos Interactive. She has more than 25 years of experience helping businesses establish an online presence. Tune in to hear more about the benefits of being online, how to properly brand your business, SEO, the importance of having a good website, and so much more. Resources Mentioned: Lena Designs Studio Follow Pongos Interactive on Facebook Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Let's talk about emotional intelligence. In the Leading Ladies masterclass, we follow the acronym L.E.A.D.E.R. These letters stand for the top components that I believe make up the best leaders. There's the learner's mindset, engagement, authenticity, dedication to purpose and mission, emotional intelligence, and resilience. In this episode of The Leading Lady podcast, I wanted to talk to you about emotional intelligence. Many people think that this means that you understand your emotions or you are able to read the emotions of others. However, when I discuss it with my masterclass, I like to go a little deeper. Certain key components make up emotional intelligence that you need to keep in mind. There's self-awareness, self-regulation, self-motivation, empathy, and social skills. These components are vital if you want to be an emotionally intelligent person. How does this relate to business? It's actually extremely vital in business because to be good leaders we have to be aware of our triggers, our feelings, and know the difference between angry, sad, or nervous. If you are ready to learn about how you can be a more emotionally intelligent leader in your business, you don't want to miss this episode. I am breaking down the five key components to help you start improving your self-awareness today. Make sure to tune in! Resources Mentioned: Join my masterclass Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Let's talk about consistency! In business, it is so important that you show up consistently. This is one of the most important factors of success, but how do you choose what platform to be consistent on? There are many to choose from, but you don't have to be on them all if that doesn't feel right to you. For me, it's all about the platform that I feel most comfortable on. This is important for me to feel like my most authentic self. It's easy to get lost in all of the latest social media trends and feel overwhelmed with trying to keep up with it all. The truth is, if you try to show up on all of these platforms that you don't normally spend your time on, it's just not going to feel good to you, and it's hard to stay consistent with something that doesn't feel good. If dancing in Reels or on TikTok doesn't feel right, then don't! There are no rules for what you do and don't have to do to be successful in your business. You are in charge of your business choices. Tune in to this episode of Leading Lady to hear more about how to find the right platform for your business, how to show up consistently, tips for choosing topics to share, and how to nurture your relationship with your audience. This episode is packed with tips, you don't want to miss it! Resources Mentioned: Book a coaching call Get The Top Five Mistakes I've Made In Difficult Conversations Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you have a business bestie? A business bestie is someone you connect with professionally and you become each other's go-to person when it comes to business development and cheering each other on. You turn to each other for promoting, sharing, advice, and all things business. If there's anything I learned from my favorite movies and songs growing up, it's that women need best friends. We can all be very different but brilliant in our own ways, and when we come together, we can be an unstoppable force. As the old saying goes, having just one friend who is there for you no matter what is all you really need. Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. There are so many highs and lows and it can be challenging when you are trying to power through it all alone. A business bestie can encourage you to chase dreams, share woes, celebrate wins, and be authentically you. I am a firm believer that empowered women empower women and forming these friendships can benefit you both in so many ways. In this episode of Leading Lady, I am diving deep into the topic of business friendships and how you can be the best business bestie. Tune in to learn more about the importance of finding your person and how to show up for each other in an authentic and supportive way. Resources Mentioned: The 5 Mistakes People Make in Difficult Conversations Join the Leading Lady Facebook Group Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

What are your must-have work items? We all have those things that we couldn't live without because they are just that amazing. It could be a purse, an apple watch, or even your computer! In this episode of Leading Lady, I am sharing my 3 must-have items for 2022 that have helped keep me organized, focused, and efficient. They also just add a little bit of beauty and joy to my life- which is something we could all use a little more of! If you are ready to get more organized and productive this year, I know that you'll love these items as much as I do! You'll learn about the planner I recommend to everyone, my all-time favorite work bag, and the best tablet for taking notes so that you don't have to carry multiple notebooks with you. These items have truly changed my life for the better. I am more efficient than ever. I couldn't go without them! As Leading Ladies, we are all very busy and need to stay on top of the various tasks that come up with work and life. Tune in to hear how these items will help you stay on top of your many to-do lists in a chic and simple way. Resources Mentioned: Erin Condren's Website Erin Condren Life Planner The Allyn Tote The reMarkable Tablet Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

It's the 100th episode of Leading Lady! I am so honored that you have shown up week after week to listen to myself and other wonderful leading ladies share our best life and business advice. It means so much! To celebrate this exciting milestone, I will be answering some of the most common, burning questions listeners have sent my way. You all had some really great questions, and I am excited to dive in to them plus share my goals for this year and how I plan to achieve them. Tune in to hear me answer questions about what is coming up for Leading Lady, how to bounce back when things go wrong, and tips for growing your businesses this year. To be a Leading Lady means to live in your authenticity and become a leader of character. I am diving into this topic and more in this episode. You don't want to miss it! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

How are you preparing for the new year? Most people start to set their goals or resolutions for the new year in late December or early January and then give up a couple of weeks later... In 2022, I want to go beyond just making resolutions. I want to really reflect on 2021 and decide what is important to me going forward. In this episode of Leading Lady, I am sharing the YearCompass booklet with you all. This is a free booklet that you can download that will guide you through the process of reflecting on your last year to find what was important to you and what wasn't so that you can have more clarity on what you want to take with you into 2022. This booklet really helped me get clear and determine how I want my next year to go based on the things that matter the most to me. I encourage you all to listen in, download it and use it so that you can set goals, dreams, and intentions for the new year. Tune in to hear more about this booklet and how it can help you achieve the life you've been hoping for in the new year. Resources Mentioned: Download your free YearCompass booklet Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever wanted to write a book but weren't sure where to start? Statistics show that 81% of people want to write a book but only 5% actually do. We need to change that! If you have ever felt a calling to share your story with the world, this episode of Leading Lady is for you. I had the honor of sitting down with Camille Campins-Adams to talk about how to finally take action and write a book that your readers can't put down. Camille is a bestselling author, author coach, and lover of books. She has a master's degree in creative writing with a focus on nonfiction. While in grad school, she read and wrote tens of thousands of words per semester and loved every minute of it. Oh, and she did it all with two kids...ages three and under! She's truly committed to what she does! Today, Camille lives in Tampa Bay, FL with her middle-school sweetheart, two boys, and baby girl. You don't want to write a book that ends up on a bookshelf collecting dust. Tune in to learn how an author coach can help you write a book that offers your reader a truly transformational journey and sells like crazy. Resources Mentioned: Register for Camille's Author Coffee Chat Discussion Get her free Manuscript Formatting Tips and Tricks Tutorial Check out Camille's website Follow Camille On Instagram Follow Camille on Facebook Connect With Camille on LinkedIn Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Generally, we consider the holidays to be a very happy time, but it can be very triggering for many people. There is a huge influx of people seeking help for mental health issues this time of year. That's why we are talking with Maria Winters about suicide in this episode of Leading Lady. It's not an easy or comfortable conversation, but talking about it and raising awareness is something that we all need to do to end the stigma and bring more help to the people who so desperately need it. Maria Winters, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor in the state of Maryland with more than 18 years of experience providing support to adults and adolescents. With a passion for teaching others and opening conversations about mental health, she strives to make emotional wellness something that everyone understands and appreciates. Maria has experience providing mental and emotional care in a variety of settings. She has worked as a therapist for outpatient clinics, foster care systems, juvenile detention homes, and private practice officers. She has dedicated the past 9 years to conducting emergency psychological evaluations to patients of all ages in an emergency department, and she provides group therapy to adults and adolescents at a psychiatric day hospital. Suicide is a topic we have to be aware of and okay talking about because there is a mental health crisis occurring. It is important that we stop moving forward in fear and we start moving forward in knowledge. Tune in to hear more about talking to your kids about suicide, recognizing the warning signs in your loved ones, and how to start the conversation so that you can be there for anyone who is struggling. Resources Mentioned: Visit Marias website Follow Maria on Instagram Visit the American Foundation For Suicide Prevention website Ruby Finds A Worry YouTube Read-Aloud For Kids Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you prioritize self-care? As women, many of us put the needs of everyone else first and often ignore our own needs, but it shouldn't be that way! Self-care should be in the top spot on your list of priorities and it should never move. An often neglected part of self-care is taking care of your pelvic floor. Did you know that 95% of women are struggling with some sort of pelvic floor dysfunction? That's a lot! The pelvic floor is such an important part of our bodies, and we have to take care of it in order to stay healthy. In today's episode of Leading Lady, my good friend Julie Blamphin is back to talk to us about how we can start prioritizing our own self-care and strengthening our pelvic floor. Julie Blamphin has taught yoga since she was 12 years old. Now she empowers women to enjoy leak-free laughter and pain-free sex by stabilizing the core and pelvic floor. She is passionate about using movement and laughter to release the taboo around pelvic floor instability - which she believes is the key to rediscovering your sexy joyful self. Unlike other Yoga Teachers, Julie combines physical yoga poses with a laughter practice and emotional connection. She values vulnerability, courage, positivity, and feeling sexy at every stage of life. Julie loves to laugh, dance, garden, travel, and speak Spanish. She's a Pittsburgh Steelers football fan and currently lives in Annapolis Maryland USA. Julie is always such a joy to talk with, and I know you will get so many great takeaways from this episode about how you can get started finding more balance in your life and strengthen your pelvic floor. Don't miss this one! Resources Mentioned: Take the pelvic floor discovery quiz Follow Julie on Instagram Join the Celebrate The Pelvic Floor Facebook group Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

There have been a lot of life and business updates for me lately! I couldn't wait to share it with my amazing listeners, so, in today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I am breaking them all down for you! I am updating you on my own life and the fun things I have coming up for you all in the next year. There are so many things to be proud of right now! To give you a sneak peek into the episode, I have to start by celebrating that my daughter accepted into her first choice university! YAY! I also celebrated my 40th birthday and released some of the first copies of my new book to my street team. I am sharing a little about the warehouse I have been renovating and the workshop I will be hosting right here in Annapolis very soon that I will be livestreaming to anyone who can't make it in person. Make sure to tune in to hear more about these exciting updates and to hear about all of the amazing things you can expect in the next year! Resources Mentioned: Submit your questions for my 100th episode Check out my masterclass Sign up for my upcoming workshop: Time Blocking and Using a Paper Planner Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Are you using Instagram reels for your business yet? As entrepreneurs, we know that we need to be showing up online. It's great for our business to be present and active! What if you don't like to show your face on social media though? What if you hate the idea of showing yourself dancing around or doing the latest trend in order to gain some followers? This is discouraging for anyone that isn't comfortable putting themselves out there. In today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Deanna Seymour to talk about how you can still show up and grow your business on social media without showing yourself before you're ready. As the host of the Imperfect Party Podcast and Eff That: A Storytelling Series, an art educator for over a decade, and a lady always willing to try something new, Deanna Seymour knows the power of creativity, humor, and lettin' your freak flag fly. Whether she's hosting an online coworking sesh or helping a client get over their fear of being on camera, Deanna uses humor and empathy to build a community that helps people feel seen, heard, and ultimately more comfortable in their own skin so they can have more fun marketing their business. When she's not busy making GIFs, graphics or reels, she's probably callin' out sleazy marketing tactics, hangin' with her fam, or sneaking in some crappy reality tv! Deanna is an absolute joy to chat with! Make sure to tune in to hear all of her creative tips for growing your business on social media in a way that makes you feel good. Resources Mentioned: Follow Deanna on Instagram Get your first month of her Reels Membership free Visit Deanna's website Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Women in the corporate world are often told that they have to put their work before everything else in order to be successful or in order to climb the corporate ladder, they can't "be difficult". In today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Susan Shingledecker to hear the incredible story of how she knew her worth and values and stood up for herself, even when it was uncomfortable. Susan is Executive Director of Earth Science Information Partners, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the use of data to solve our planet's greatest challenges. She leads a community of the world's leading Earth Science data professionals from federal and state agencies, leading academic research institutions, and private sector technology firms. It took Susan five years of progress, opportunity, living, and transformation to realize that everything happens for a reason. Having the courage to stand up and advocate for your worth can be scary but it can open doors you never expected. Tune in to hear how Susan survived and thrived in the workplace despite her experience, and how you can too. Resources Mentioned: Follow Susan on LinkedIn Visit the Earth Science Information Partners website Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

In today's society, we are all about the hustle. We are told over and over that in order to achieve success, we have to hustle day and night. While this may be true in some instances, it's not always the case. The truth is that overwhelm and overachievement are not requirements for business success. In the latest episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Erin Harrigan to talk about how to remember God's purpose in your business and go forward with balance. Erin Harrigan is a Christian wife, mom, and speaker/coach who helps women tune out the world, tune into God's truth and turn up focus to redefine hustle and pursue success God's way. The first step in doing this is getting clear on what your values are in your business and in your life and then growing your business with clarity, consistency, and commitment. Balance is a verb and this is how you can succeed without sacrificing your priorities. I know you're going to love this conversation with Erin, so tune in! Resources Mentioned: Follow Erin on Facebook Follow Erin on Instagram Get the 4 Keys to Redefine Hustle and Escape Overwhelm for Your Biz free here Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

In today's society, we are often told to always try to see the positive in every situation. You've seen it before- "Good vibes only!" Good vibes and positive thoughts are amazing when you're in a good place, but when you are dealing with pain or trauma, it can feel heavy to try and be positive all the time. Because of this, you may even feel shame for those negative emotions. In today's episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, we are talking about toxic positivity and why it is okay to feel your emotions-good or bad. It is important to recognize that we aren't always going to be in a place where we are feeling our best, and that is okay. Avoiding the authentic feeling of pain or grief is dysfunction. We can't avoid our pain or trauma in the name of positivity. We have to process it, deal with it, and heal from it so that we can move on. Your pain doesn't make you stronger, healing from it does. Tune in to hear more about what toxic positivity is, how to stop comparing your pain to others, and the importance of facing your pain or trauma so you can finally heal. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever really paid attention to what the world is telling you about your body? If you look closely, you'll see that it is, honestly, pretty toxic. There are industries making billions of dollars off of our insecurities, but they shouldn't be! We are so much more than our bodies. In this episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, I sat down with Elizabeth Harris to talk about how you can opt-out of diet culture and find food and body peace. Elizabeth Harris, the owner of Elizabeth Harris Nutrition and Wellness, is a registered dietitian, certified Intuitive Eating counselor, and certified dietitian nutrition coach. She is passionate about empowering women to find food and body peace with Intuitive Eating and body image healing. By shifting the focus from losing weight to elevating wellbeing, Elizabeth helps women stop swinging between on-again, off-again approaches to food and health. She teaches them how to make all foods—and healthful habit building—fun again by showing them how to connect with, care for, and be kind to their bodies. Her motto is "self-care, not self-control." Because food is meant to be enjoyed, movement should make you happy, and we've all got better things to do than count carbs! Make sure you tune in to hear how you can work on body acceptance and become the version of yourself that you truly want to be. Resources Mentioned: Visit Elizabeth's website Book a call with Elizabeth Join the Health & Healing with Intuitive Eating Facebook group Follow Elizabeth on Instagram Get the free 5-day mini-course: How To Break Up With Dieting For Good Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Saying you want something is easy, but knowing what you want is life-changing. Do you know what it takes to get what you really want in life? In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Ana Jones to talk about our emotions, generational traumas, our perspectives, and how they shape the lives we live. Ana Jones is an emotional awakening coach who helps women UN-EFF themselves by healing cultural conditioning and generational programming. She utilizes various healing modalities including sound for individual/personalized sessions as well as groups. She is obsessed with reminding others that you can have it all and that life is here and now. This is her WHY behind helping ignite the hearts of those who are called to heal through the power of unconditional love and commitment. We all intrinsically have value, and Ana is sharing how we can truly heal ourselves and embrace life and all it has to offer. Make sure to tune in! Resources Mentioned: Follow Ana on Instagram Listen to Ana's Free Meditation Visit Ana's website Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

How confident are you that you set clear boundaries and expectations with your employees and clients? In this episode, I am talking all about the importance of clear agreements, contracts, job descriptions, and scopes of work. Lately, I've been having a lot of conversations with my own clients about struggles that they're having either managing employees or managing projects that they're doing with clients. Usually, this is due to unclear boundaries and expectations. Unclear boundaries and expectations can happen with both employees and clients, and this can cause a lot of frustration, confusion, and disappointment for everyone. I want to stress the importance of having open conversations about the details of your agreements, contracts, job descriptions, and scopes of work from the very beginning to avoid this! Tune in to hear how I handle this, what I recommend to my clients, and how I can help you if you need some guidance in this area! Resources Mentioned: Book a Discovery Call Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Want to know a secret? No one knows what they're doing! In the entrepreneurship world, we are surrounded by experts and gurus who have it all figured out- or so we think! The truth is, no one knows everything. We are all just trying to figure it out as we go. We all have struggles and battles that others don't see. That is why you can't let comparison steal your joy. You can't dismiss your own unique lessons when looking at your journey and what brought you there. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, we are talking all about how you can stop letting comparison stunt your growth and learn from those around us using the power of group coaching. You are not the only one struggling, and you are not the only person that has questions or doubts. Group coaching is a great way to connect with others in a similar situation and grow together. It can be truly transformational. Listen in to hear more on this topic - it's such a good one. Resources Mentioned: Join my group coaching program Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever felt a desire to serve others but felt lost on how to do it? Mentoring can be truly transformational for both the mentee and the mentor. We may not realize it but we all inherently serve others. In fact, a majority of the time we are either in the position of a teacher or a student. We naturally mentor those around us and it can be easy to overlook the huge impact we are making on each other's lives. In this episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, we are chatting with Julie Campbell about how and why you should consider becoming a mentor. Julie is a wife, a mother, and a retired Naval officer. After spending 10 years in the commercial aerospace industry, her passion for mentoring and serving others led her to become the first President and CEO of the non-profit Severn Leadership Group, a movement of like-minded leaders who support leaders of character committed to serving others before self. So many people have a desire to serve others in their communities and becoming a mentor is a powerful and effective way to do that. You're never too busy to become a mentor. Tune in to hear how you can use this natural ability to make a huge impact on others! Resources Mentioned: Follow the Severn Leadership Group on LinkedIn Visit the Severn Leadership Group website Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Is your work aligned with your joy? It is so important that we stand in our authenticity and do the work that lights us up. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, we are chatting with Beth Nolan about finding your joy, creating your own path to success, and building a business that fits the needs of your family. Beth knows a thing or two about finding success in the work you love. She used her knowledge of the education system and created her own business, Education Team Allies, to ensure that children are receiving the educational support necessary to meet their goals. Since 1999, Beth has worked in a variety of roles within the educational arena. During this time, her passion for ensuring that all children have access to educational environments that meet their unique learning needs has gained greater depth. She has so much knowledge to share about how you can be in alignment with your authenticity and find joy in the work you do, so don't miss this episode! Resources Mentioned: Visit Beth's website Follow Beth on Instagram Follow Beth on Facebook Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever let imposter syndrome influence your career decisions? If so, this episode is for you! When planning out our careers, it is easy to get so caught up in the little things that you get frustrated and feel like you aren't making progress. Looking at the bigger picture and focusing on your long-term goals is so important if you want to move forward. In this episode of Leading Lady, we are chatting with Melanie Mitchell about how to achieve all of your career goals and live a more fulfilling life. Driven by a deep desire to help people find meaningful and fulfilling work, Melanie draws heavily from 18 years of recruiting and staffing experience to her Career & Life Coaching Practice. She brings an innate knowledge of the market of having spent her entire career where her success was determined by her ability to help her candidate get hired! Focused on providing a clear structured framework, now as a Career Coach she works to help her clients better understand themselves and make better career decisions. Melanie's experience spans multiple industries and individuals that have experience from college graduates to C-Level Executives across the United States. Tune in as we discuss addressing imposter syndrome, comparisons, the fear of the unknowns, and how to start setting and achieving your career goals. Resources Mentioned: Visit Melanie's website Follow Melanie on LinkedIn Follow Melanie on Twitter Follow Melanie on Instagram Follow Melanie on Facebook Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Wondering how to keep your pelvic floor strong? When it comes to core and pelvic floor stability, you don't necessarily need to put in a ton of time! It can be simple and straightforward! In this episode, we are chatting with Julie Blamphin about your pelvic floor and how you can take care of it in real life so that you can rock your bod and feel amazing! As a Pelvic Floor Yoga Teacher and Laughter Yoga Leader, Julie empowers women to rediscover their pelvic floor through balance, positivity, and joy. She says, "I LOVE WHAT I DO! It's so amazing when women feel sexy and stable again through my program of self-discovery." Julie explains why connecting with this sacred space is so important for women. She wants to help you release the shame, break the silence, and strengthen this important part of your body. If you suspect that your pelvic floor may not be functioning correctly, don't miss this episode! Resources Mentioned: Celebratethepelvicfloor.org Celebrate The Pelvic Floor Facebook group Rediscover Your Core and Floor free training Rock Your Bod Masterclass Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

What do you think of when you think of relationship growth? Do you think conflict is necessary for a healthy relationship? In this episode, we are talking all about healthy relationships and conflict with Risa Ganel. Risa facilitates Relationship Growth. Her gifts blend wisdom with quiet strength and relationship science with empathic connection. She is skilled at being kind and fierce in the same breath, helping her clients connect to the truth to create lasting change. As a Certified Relational Life Therapist and Maryland Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, she sees couples in her private practice in MD and is on a mission to strengthen the world's Relationship Intelligence through public speaking, summits, and retreats. In this episode, she shares with us her wisdom on the topic of relationship conflict. Something many don't realize is that conflict, when managed well, builds intimacy. There are steps you can take to get to this healthy place, and Risa is telling us exactly how to do it. Tune in for all of her tips on how to learn the skills needed to manage conflict in your relationship in a healthy and advantageous way, set boundaries, and build intimacy and connection. Resources Mentioned: The Power of Conflict - Free Resource Relationshipintelligencecoaching.com Togethercouplescounseling.com The Top 5 Mistakes I've Made In Difficult Conversations Risaganel.com Follow Risa on Facebook Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

How can you love others without loving yourself first? The answer is simple: you can't! We have to have really solid foundations with ourselves in order to be able to articulate what our needs are with another person. My guest in this episode, Samantha Heuwagen, is here to talk to us all about this and how to cultivate healthy relationships with ourselves and with others. Samantha Heuwagen is a Latinx marriage and family therapist and best-selling author in the Metro Atlanta area. When not working with clients, she sparks discussion about mental health with the goal to spread awareness across the United States and beyond by challenging the popular discourse surrounding mental illness and making it more inclusive. We get into what the foundation of a healthy relationship consists of, why you need to love yourself first, how to define what your goals are for yourself and your relationships, what it means to be authentic in a relationship, and so much more. This is such an honest and empowering conversation. I know you will love hearing it as much as I loved recording it! Resources Mentioned: Relationship Toolbox Freebie SamanthaHeuwagen.com https://www.facebook.com/SamanthaHeuwagenMFT/ https://twitter.com/Sheuwagen https://www.instagram.com/samantha_heuwagen/ Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Are you able to lean on the other leaders on your team? Brianna, Whitney, and Aubrey make up the admin team for my private preschools in Maryland, so they are joining me to talk all about leadership and working together as a team in leadership. We discuss how leadership presence evolves over time, the benefit of individualized coaching when becoming a leader, why you shouldn't be afraid to ask for help, and most importantly, how to empower future leaders and the leaders around you. Regardless of what industry you are in, I think you will really value this conversation with Brianna, Whitney, and Aubrey. They are giving such great advice on how to really build and nurture a strong leadership team! Resources Mentioned: http://bright-beginning.com/blog Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Have you ever had a cake pop before? Chocolate is my favorite! I am such a big fan of Lisa's Cakepops in Severna Park, Mayland, so I decided to interview Lisa Schneiderman in this episode! Not only did I want to hear all about how she makes the most delicious and creative creations, but I also wanted to hear how she was able to turn a passion into a business later in life! While Lisa and I definitely touch on the flavors and designs of her cake pops, we mostly chat about how she started a new career after the age of 50, how she knew she could pursue her passion, and the many ways that we can all support a small business like hers. Lisa is so in tune with her purpose and passion, and I so admire her bravery and dedication to it. I know you will too while you listen. This conversation will inspire you, motivate you, and of course, make you want to order from Lisa's Cake Pops yourself, so don't miss it! Resources Mentioned: https://instagram.com/lisas_cakepops https://facebook.com/lisascakepopssevernapark www.Lisascakepops.com Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you know what executive functioning is? In this episode, I am joined by two women who have totally changed my life and have helped my family in the most incredible ways, and we are talking all about executive functioning. Executive function is a set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control. We use these skills every day to learn, work, and manage daily life. Karima Davis, the owner of Tutor Partners, offers online tutoring and coaching, educational coaching, and parent support. Michelle Porjes is an educational school psychologist who also focuses on executive function coaching. We cover when executive functioning is fully developed, what parents can do to help their children, making sure your children have the tools they need, and so much more. I have worked with Karima and Michelle and so have my children. I can't say enough good things about them and how important this work is. Tune in to learn all about executive functioning and how you can support yourself and your children! Resources Mentioned: https://tutorpartners.as.me/newclientassessment http://www.mytutorpartners.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TutorPartnersLLC https://www.linkedin.com/company/tutor-partners-llc https://www.instagram.com/tutorpartnersllc/ Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

If you're anything like me, you probably don't know a lot about technology and cybersecurity. Luckily, there are wonderful, knowledgeable people like Elizabeth Murphy, my guest in this episode, that can explain it to us. Elizabeth has 18 years of combined Telecomm and IT industry experience. She consults business owners on appropriate and secure infrastructure choices. It is important for small business owners to understand the threat that cybersecurity can have on their businesses, clients, and personal lives. Elizabeth is teaching us about the damages of breach incidents, the importance of an incident response plan, changes that we can make to protect ourselves, and more. If technology and cybersecurity overwhelm you, this is an extremely informative episode that you will get a lot of clarity from. Make sure to tune in and listen closely especially if you are a small business owner! Resources Mentioned: Visit the OmegaCor Technologies Website Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you feel frustrated or pulled in multiple directions? Do you feel that you are ineffective as a leader in one or more areas of your life? If your answer is yes, I want to help you identify how to create balanced leadership. In this episode, I am telling you about the free 5-day digital course that I created that will help you with just that. From what to expect from the course to the transformation and success that you will experience once it is over, I am getting into all of the details of it. If you want to learn more about achieving balance in your leadership presence and feeling more successful both personally and professionally, tune in to this episode all about my free Balanced Leadership digital course. Resources Mentioned: https://leading-lady.mykajabi.com/balanced-leadership Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Personal brand photography is vital to success, but taking portraits can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Don't you agree? I am not someone who likes to be photographed, but my guest today, Maureen Porto, has a way of making me feel comfortable and confident while she photographs me. Maureen Porto is an award-winning portrait photographer specializing in business portraits and personal branding photography. Her Annapolis, Maryland studio serves clients from all over the DC Metropolitan area, and she travels from coast to coast. She is joining me to talk about the importance of personal branding and using photography as a way to help female entrepreneurs stand out and elevate their brands. I have been working with Maureen for quite some time, and I am constantly in awe of how she can capture the beauty, power, and legacy of women in business. If you know that you should get photos taken but are nervous, listen to this episode. Maureen will help you find the confidence you need. Resources Mentioned: www.maureenporto.com https://www.instagram.com/maureen.porto.photo/ https://www.facebook.com/maureenportophoto Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

I don't believe that makeup is meant to hide our faces. It's meant to enhance the features we already have. Don't you agree? Some people might have the understanding that makeup is used to hide features, but I don't look at it that way! My guest, Samia Freeman, doesn't either! Samia Freeman is a makeup artist, skincare consultant, and beauty educator who is passionate about empowering women through their own inner beauty. She educates women on product knowledge as well as skincare and makeup application so they can feel confident incorporating the techniques into their everyday routine. Her approach is always client-focused, engaging her clients throughout the process as they prepare for their special events, so they feel comfortable and confident in their own skin. Samia and I explore the idea that beauty is so much more than makeup. We cover the importance of taking care of our skin, where to start if you don't have a skincare routine, the effect of chemicals in skincare and so much more. If you are interested in skincare, makeup, and enhancing your natural beauty from the inside out, you will absolutely love this episode. Resources Mentioned: www.Instagram.com/beautybysamia_ Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you have a side-hustle? A lot of women that I have talked to have day jobs and a side-hustle! There are so many different reasons why, and my guest today is talking to us about hers. In today's episode, I am joined by one of my (and my dog's) favorite brand owners, Kelsey Holden to talk about how her day job pays the bills, but her side-hustle fulfills her creative passions. A devout lover of all puns, Kelsey Holden is the owner and embroidery artisan of Good Dog Designs, a machine embroidery company based in her home studio of Baltimore, MD. During the day, Kelsey works in event marketing for a digital health startup company. We are talking about all of the different ways that we can fill our buckets, why our careers don't have to be the be-all and end-all, how leaning into creativity can be an outlet for grief, and more! This episode is a great reminder that your career does not have to be the only thing that you do especially if it doesn't bring you joy and fulfillment. We are all multi-faceted and can do so much! Listen in to hear advice from Kelsey on this and the motivation you might need to start your own side-hustle! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you want to take the LEAD of your life? If you listen to this show or you follow along with me, I am going to guess that you do! Lucky for you, I am talking all about the Leadership Masterclass I offer in this episode. The Leadership Masterclass is a 6-month group coaching program with an in-depth focus on mission, vision, and values that align with your goals both personally and professionally enabling you to lead authentically and at your BEST! I created a safe space where women work together to identify their own unique leadership presence while focusing on the strategic objectives needed to keep businesses/organizations moving forward. The power of group coaching is invaluable as we are either the student or the teacher in every experience, and when we can combine our experiences, share our resources and connect in meaningful ways, we truly live the motto "Empowered women, empower women." There are hundreds of high-achieving women who have been able to take the lead of their life because of this, and I want you to be one of them! For more information about the Leadership Masterclass and an inside look into what the masterclass can offer you, tune in! Resources Mentioned: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/masterclass-2/ https://leadinglady-coaching.com/contact-me/ Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you ever feel the weight of food stress and diet culture? Do you struggle with body image? Do you want to feel empowered to nourish and listen to your body rather than restricting your food intake? I know that myself and so many other leading ladies are nodding our heads yes to all of these questions. In today's episode, my intuitive eating coach, Elizabeth Harris, is back to talk more about using intuitive eating as an empowering approach to food, nutrition, and well-being. Elizabeth is the owner of Elizabeth Harris Nutrition and Wellness, a registered dietitian and certified dietitian nutrition coach. She helps women choose nourishing foods and build lifelong healthful habits so they can never diet again. Her goal is to help women feel good about their wellness choices and their bodies and show up like an energized superstar for everyone and everything else they care about. We are talking about the many benefits of intuitive eating, how empowering it is to switch focus from weight to well-being, why restrictive habits don't work and more. Elizabeth has changed my entire mindset around health, wellness, and food, and I know she can help you too if you find yourself in this same mindset as I was once in. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Are you ready to rise into your higher purpose? Do you want to unlock your power as a visionary woman? In today's episode, I am talking to Solara Amun Ra about what it takes to become who we were born to be and step into iconic work as women. Solara Amun Ra (formerly known as Raquel Vasallo) is the #1 Best Selling Author of "Spiritual Seductress, The High-Powered Women's Guide to Devour the World through Spiritual Guidance." She is the pre-eminent Spiritual Advisor to female Visionaries and Thought Leaders. She is an International Speaker, Mystic Artist and Feminine Leadership Trendsetter. Solara has a priceless gift to rapidly unblock subconscious and energetic patterns. She is a Master Ascension Catalyst for profound spiritual fulfillment and radical 5D Bliss living. This opens up the gateway for her multi-million dollar clients to achieve their iconic work in their personal and professional lives. This powerful episode with Solara will inspire you to embrace your zone of genius, step into your unique purpose and become who you were really meant to be. Trust me when I say this: you are not going to want to miss this conversation. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Are you inspired by passionate, dedicated, and committed members of your community? In today's episode, I am joined by Leading Lady Ambassador, Roxana Rodriguez, and she is all that and more! Roxana Rodriguez is the owner of Caliente Grill in Annapolis, one of our family's favorite restaurants. She is also the owner of American Postal, so she is a serial entrepreneur. Roxana is constantly getting out there, starting businesses, helping others start businesses, and is extremely involved in the community. She believes that building a strong relationship with her community by supporting school fundraising, class presentations, special events, local organizations, sports clubs, and partnerships with other local small businesses is a commitment and a great way for her to contribute back to the success of the community. We are talking all about celebrating and sharing our cultures, giving back, how to stay connected to our community, and more. I feel so blessed to be in the same community as Roxana because I get to experience her selflessness and passion for supporting others. Even during the pandemic, Roxana stepped up even when she was having a hard time with her own business. Listen in to hear how Roxana supports her community and how she finds the passion to believe in herself even when times are tough. Resources Mentioned: www.calientegrillannapolis.com Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

I've had several women reach out to me and request specifically that I speak about leading through grief, so that is exactly what you can expect from this episode. I can't deny that many leading ladies, myself included, have had unique challenges in the last year. Covid-19 affected many of our businesses, our wellbeing, our families, and more, and after speaking with many different leading ladies, it became really clear that so many of us experienced grief or currently are experiencing grief. Grief is often associated with the loss of a loved one, but grief can also be mourning the loss of something in your life like the loss of your business, the loss of a friendship, or the loss of certain behaviors or hobbies that you enjoy doing. In this episode, I am walking through the seven stages of grief, sharing some of my own experiences with this, and also giving you some advice if you are walking through grief right now. I know that you will feel encouraged, supported, and equipped to acknowledge your feelings and keep moving forward as a leading lady after listening to this episode! Resources Mentioned: Join The Leading Ladies Facebook Group Email me: [email protected] Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you feel like you are a leading lady? In today's episode, I am talking to Sabrina Mapp, and we are digging into authenticity, discovering our strength, and showing up as the leading lady that we want to be. Sabrina is a nerdy, introverted, idealist. A late Gen X-er and maybe a bit of a late bloomer, she is currently living her life backward. Her new favorite quote is "If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine – it's lethal". – Paulo Coelho Sabrina has worked in Web Development at several prestigious companies including IBM, National Geographic, and most recently Georgetown University Law Center. She started her company, Astrid Digital, in January 2020, just in time for the pandemic to hit. Astrid Digital specializes in social media strategy and marketing for small to medium businesses. Since mid-2020, Sabrina has been training for a career in voiceover acting and recently launched a new website for her voiceover career, Sabrina Mapp, Voiceover. She is sharing her story, energy, and vibrance in this episode to inspire and challenge you to take the reins on your own life and truly become a strong leading lady. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you think the pandemic strengthened or weakened your ability to connect with others? In today's episode, I am talking to Sara Corckran and Erin Baldecchi from Happy YOUniversity all about connection. Not only are they fellow coaches and certified in positive psychology, but they are very dear friends of mine, so I am excited to share this conversation with you. Happy YOUniversity's mission is to transform school communities by empowering faculty through bite-sized, relatable, science-based tools for resilience, positivity, and connection. They provide professional development that is both personally transformative for faculty and readily applicable to the classroom. This results in teachers who are primed to teach and students who are primed to learn. Not only do they teach science-based tools of positive psychology in bite-sized and actionable steps but they foster connection like nobody's business. By empowering faculty, staff, and parents to maximize their own well-being, they transform schools from fine to flourishing. Sara Corckran and Erin Baldecchi are both educators with more than 40 collective years of experience in schools. They love schools and the transformation that happens with the tools that they teach. Listen in to hear how Sara and Erin have navigated the last year and supported families and staff to foster connection. Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you know how speech therapy can help children and adults? In today's episode, I am interviewing Meera Deters, and we are talking about speech therapy for children and adults. Meera Raval Deters, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCTS, ACAS is the owner of Super Speech Solutions, a concierge private practice that provides online Speech Therapy to Texans. She received her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Our Lady of the Lake University in 2006. Meera has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation clinics, charter schools, and private practices over the past fourteen years. She specializes in accent modification and child language disorders, with an emphasis on autism. We are covering all of the areas that a Speech Therapist can help children and adults, the importance of early intervention, red flags for speech and language that indicate when a child needs Speech Therapy and more. I learned so many things from Meera in this episode even as someone with a background in education, so I know that you will get a lot of valuable information out of this conversation as well! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

How do you show up as a leader? Have you paused to make sure that you are presenting yourself in a way that is in line with your values? In today's episode, I am joined by Judy Farrell, and we are chatting all about self-awareness and how it makes us more effective as leaders. Judy is a professional leadership coach with a passion for multiplying her impact on this world by investing in service-oriented leaders. She served nine years in the US Navy where she spent the last three teaching leadership courses across the country. Since she transitioned from the Navy in 2013, she has been wholeheartedly developing nonprofit and other leaders actively or seeking to make a positive social impact. We are covering the different types of self-awareness, how it allows us to be better leaders, why you need to live inside of your own values and more. This conversation is so insightful and important for all different types of leaders, so I encourage you to listen in! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you love to shop small and support local businesses? In today's episode, I am talking to Fern Elliot about how the community came together to support small businesses, why you should support small businesses, and how to make fashion fun. Fern Elliott is the owner and founder of Lilac Bijoux, which opened in July 2005. Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Fern has been passionate about fashion her entire life. She loves being a part of the vibrant Annapolis community and supporting local designers, including her mom, Leda, and many more! We are covering the importance of shopping local and shopping small, tips to being more mindful about shopping small, how she stayed connected to her customers during the pandemic, why she loves owning a boutique and being in fashion, and more. This is such a fun episode and Fern is giving us a discount code to shop her boutique, so don't miss it! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Do you experience symptoms that look normal on paper but don't feel normal? In today's episode, I am talking to Sara Poldmae about chronic illness and disease which can be a result of symptoms that go unnoticed or untreated for long periods of time. Dr. Sara Poldmae, Licensed Acupuncturist, DACM, has been practicing holistic health care since 1998. Through her 20 years of practice in holistic health, Sara has bridged the gap between Western and alternative medicines. Dr. Sara works closely with her patients' team of physicians and health care practitioners. She opened Meadow Hill Wellness in 2005, with the goal of integrating traditional and holistic care in order to effectively maintain her patients' lifelong health. Sara explains that there are so many natural options that people can proactively take to prevent suffering long-term from chronic illness or disease. Tune in to learn more about how you can take control of your health! Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!

Could your hormones be the problem of the symptoms you are experiencing? Rachelle Polk is joining me in this episode to talk about how a BeBalanced program can help bring your body back into balance quickly and naturally! I went through a BeBalanced program, and I was hugely successful with it. It allowed me to get really in tune with my body and the hormonal changes that I was experiencing, so I am excited to be able to share my story and Rachelle's story with you in this episode. Rachelle Polk is a passionate advocate for women's health and holistic wellness. She is an awarded professional with over thirty years of experience in business development and operations, and she is the owner of the BeBalanced Natural Hormone Weight Loss Centers of Annapolis which helps improve the lives of both women and men. Tune in to learn how an all-natural BeBalanced program can improve your weight, your health, and your entire well-being Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast Have you joined the Leading Ladies Facebook Group yet?! I would love to see you in there! Let's connect on Facebook and Instagram!