Bold(h)er

Unleash everything you are and become everything you want – that's a big statement, but that's what Leslie Ehm promises you'll gain if you develop Swagger. It's not that bold, brash idea of the word that you used to have. Instead, as she told Lisa Bragg in this month's episode, having swagger will unlock new opportunities, help you to go for the wealth you want, and free you from limiting, old scr...

When you think of an inventor, what comes to mind? Well, now think of a 19-year-old woman in first-year biomedical engineering at University. Lianna Genovese is an award-winning inventor. As she tells Lisa Bragg, she's inspired by the people she's helping.

Having your own stash of cash is critical to your safety and freedom, according to Stephanie Wolfe. In this episode, Stephanie tells Lisa Bragg other tips that will keep you ahead during these turbulent times.

A mentor can see in you what you don't see in yourself. Vivian Pickard says her successful 40-year career at General Motors was thanks to mentors who took the time to propel her forward. As she tells Lisa Bragg, walking in as your highest self is the secret to success.

It's a life that sounds like an action-adventure movie, and it suits Lieutenant-Colonel (Ret'd)  Susan  Beharriell's childhood motto of "nothing ventured, nothing gained." But as Lisa Bragg found out in this episode of Bold(h)er, it's society and women that have significantly gained from  Susan 's bold moves.

Sink or swim was how Robin Howlings had to learn business and to become a manager. Then one day, someone told her, "everyone hates you… and they're all going to quit." Harsh, but as Howings tells Lisa Bragg, that was a transformative moment that not only changed her and her company but also changed those around her.

Noemi Perez would tell you some people used to consider her a failure.  She was born in one of the United States' poorest communities and became a mom at 15. As Noemi tells Bold(h)er host, Lisa Bragg, she's been proving people wrong for decades. Now, as the CEO of the Immokalee Foundation, she's helping others to define their own path to success. 

The formula for success that you were given at a young age might be something that's holding you back now. In this special episode of Bold(h)er, host Lisa Bragg will tell us about Good Girl Syndrome, the crab bucket and how you might be able to get what you want now that the traditional gatekeepers are gone. 

Jennifer So is moving that needle that so many of us want to see pushed forward. She's helping companies and investors think about how we can have a better world through sustainable opportunities. She joins Bold(h)er host Lisa Bragg to explain Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.  

Warning: this episode has content that may be sensitive for some listeners.   Reinvention is one of the boldest moves one can do in life. Former professional fighter Lina Khalifeh can attest to this. Born and raised in the Middle East, she isn't afraid of but rather, motivated by winds of change. In this Bold(h)er podcast, Lina talks to host Lisa Bragg about taking on a new path, the importance of...

Born just as the WBNA was getting started, Kahleah Copper knows she's part of an important era of social justice, business, and taking the sport to a new level. As she tells Bold(h)er host Lisa Bragg, the league is making strides.

Your career is a long game. There are lessons, pivots, losses, wins and maybe some gaps. In this episode of Bold(h)er, BMO's Chief Human Resources Officer and Head of People & Culture Mona Malone and Dr. Talia Varley of The Cleveland Clinic join Lisa Bragg to talk about the elusive idea that there's a career path with definitive milestones.

Ask Sandi Treliving for a stat on women's  mental  health, and be prepared to be shocked. When she found out how underserved women are in research on  mental  health, she decided to put her time,  money  and family into making a difference. Her daughter Katie is a big supporter, giving as she can to make sure that philanthropy is a multi-generational legacy. In this Bold(h)er podcast, they talk to...

A dumpster might be full of food, meanwhile, a neighbour's fridge is empty. That paradigm frustrated  Leah Lizarondo. Armed with a tech background and food industry experience, she realized she could be part of the solution. Her social enterprise is Food Rescue Hero.

Little sparks often lead us to our path. Almost 26 years ago, Alyse Nelson found her path to help women from around the globe to lead. Her organization, Vital Voices Global Partnership, searches the world for women leaders who have a daring vision for change, and partners with them to make that vision a reality.  

The higher up you go on the professional ladder, you'll find fewer women. It's often seen that women are forced to compete against each other for limited roles or a seat at the table. Instead, Jan Campbell and Betty Hines suggest women leaders need to come together to collaborate, strategize, grieve and celebrate. And, when you're at that table, look around to see whose voice needs to be added.  

Lorraine Pintal, comédienne, directrice artistique et directrice générale du Théâtre du Nouveau Monde, nous parle de la vision forte qui a servi de fondement à sa carrière et à la cataliste de toujours aller mieux.

Isabelle Fish is an entrepreneur who champions artisans and the stories that emerge from their work. This, coupled with her love for travel, led to the creation of Rue Pigalle. Rue Pigalle curates art-inspired, women-only trips for those who wish to expand their worldview in a meaningful way. In this episode, Isabelle delves into the importance of women finding time for themselves and embracing th...

When it comes to managing millennial women's money, Stefanie O'Connell is a pro. She inspires women to take control of their finances by examining barriers such as lack of confidence, lack of involvement, and cultural attitudes towards women and money. Stefanie helps women understand that being an effective manager of your own money is within reach for us all. In this conversation Lisa and Stefani...

Dr. Maribel Lopez will be the first to tell you that her differences are what makes her strong. She inspires her students, as well as fellow Latinas all over the US, to achieve their dreams while staying true to their inner selves – not in spite of them. In their inspiring chat, Dr. Lopez tells Lisa about making the most of the hand you've been given, what prioritizing really means for busy moms,...

They say beauty's only skin-deep, and Candace Marino would agree. The Hollywood-renowned "LA Facialist" has made her mark on the global beauty industry through an emphasis on science-based care... and just-in-time red carpet skincare fixes. In this episode, Candace talks with Lisa about the rise of beauty influencers, skincare at home during COVID-19, and extraction satisfaction (yes - popping zit...

Psychotherapist Gail Golden realized midway through her career that she needed a change, and made the leap to being a successful business consultant and author. In this episode of Bold(h)er, she talks about key techniques from her book Curating Your Life , like the practice of focusing your energies on the key elements of what it is you want to be known – and remembered – for. From practising self...

With so many tourist destinations shuttered or deserted due to COVID-19, what does the "new normal" look like for travel? CEO and Founder of Tully Luxury Travel Mary Jean Tully gives her insights into the changes the industry's already experienced and what's to come, and the reason travel's still here to stay – the undeniable spark of inspiration that comes from experiencing cultures and places ou...

Cheekbone Beauty has its roots in a dream founder and CEO Jenn Harper had of little girls in lipgloss. In this episode, Jenn chats with Lisa about how she turned that dream into a successful, Indigenous-owned cosmetics company that gives back to its community, the environment, and strives for powerful representation in a traditionally closed-off industry. Jenn's story shows that we can learn Indig...

Employers and employees alike have a unique opportunity in the COVID era: to take stock of what they're doing and decide if it's right for them. This episode of a special Bold(h)er series on women leading innovation in the face of the coronavirus features recruitment expert and founder of The Leadership Agency Jamie Hoobanoff. She tells Lisa about the unique challenges and opportunities to hiring...