Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

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...

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 missio...

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 Path...

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 servic...

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 he...

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...

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,...

Are you itching to travel as much as I am?   I think we are all ready for a getaway after last year, so I think you will love this episode with Kirstin May, owner of Clearscape Travel.   In this episode, Kirstin is breaking down where and how we can safely travel this year domestically or internationally.   Clearscape Travel was created by Kirstin May. Kirstin's true love for travel propelled her...

Did you know that there is a scientific model and theory for happiness?    It's called PERMA-V!   In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Dr. Roz Levabarg, and she is walking us through PERMA-V which outlines the six building blocks to happiness at any age.   These include positive emotion, engagement, positive relationships, meaning, accomplishments or achievements and vitality.   Roz Levbarg...

We are all familiar with the benefits of staying active, but have you ever thought about how important it is for younger children (especially girls) to get involved in youth sports?   They give girls the opportunity to develop all of the skills and traits that women need to thrive!   In this episode, I am talking with a dear friend of mine, Stacie Oliver. We are talking all about how girls are abl...

The path to our best self is usually not a straight one. Do you agree?   We are constantly reinventing ourselves and writing new chapters in our stories!   In this episode, I am talking to Mary Ostrowski all about learning to be confident and resilient, even from a young age.   Mary Ostrowski is an educator and author. She likes to say her babies are unconventional in that she doesn't have any of...

Have you heard about Impact100?   You probably have a chapter in your area!   Impact100 is an organization that unites women across the globe to fund solutions to the most pressing problems facing humanity. They provide non-profit organizations with grants in increments of at least $100,000 across five broad Focus Areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Family, Health & Wellness and Environment, Preserv...

Did you know that yoga can help you gain flexibility, strength and balance of the mind, body and soul?   That's right! It's not just about the pretty poses!   In this episode, I am talking to Allie Cushley all about yoga, and how creating a routine around your interests (yoga or not) can fuel your fire within and help you lead a more positive, stress-free life.   Allie is a certified yoga instruct...

Do you find that you have many items in your home that you no longer use?   This is so common! Many times we purchase things for ourselves or our children that are only worn or used for a small amount of time.   In this episode, I am talking to Mimi Shea about being more mindful and sustainable with our purchases.   Mimi is the owner and creator of Wee-Sale Children's Consignment Sale, She-Sale La...

Does it frustrate you that there is a lack of information available to women about menopause?   You're not alone. Many women feel like strangers in their own body when they start to experience some of the symptoms associated with menopause!   In this episode, I am talking to Lori Yacobi, a menopause health coach, about navigating this tricky time in a woman's life.   Lori Yacobi refers to herself...

I cannot believe we are celebrating one year of the Leading Lady podcast! Launching a podcast has been one of the most special ways to connect with all of you.  In this episode, I recap how I launched, how I have chosen guests so far, how I listen to the needs of the audience and much more. I think it's so amazing that this podcast has had the ability to bring this community together. Our communit...

One of the hardest things to do as a business owner is to delegate. Do you feel that way? You're not alone. Many business owners have a difficult time delegating even when they know the benefits of it. In this episode, I am chatting with Gala McCray from Two Arrows Admin all about delegating in your business. Gala McCray is an administrator and founder of Two Arrows Admin, a boutique consultancy....

Does your Facebook group feel more like a classroom than a community? Are you wondering how to get your members to engage? If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you! In this episode, I am chatting with Rachael Spiewak from Rock Your Tribe all about growing a Facebook group, keeping members engaged and creating an environment that boosts sales. Rachael turns business owner...

Do you volunteer often? Are you interested in learning more about how it could benefit your personal life, business and community? If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you! In this episode, I am chatting with my dear friend, Judy Buddensick, about the importance of partnering with your clients and supporting your community. Judy is extremely passionate about helping smal...

Do you sometimes find it difficult to be seen and heard? Would you consider yourself an introvert?  If you answered yes to either question then this episode is for you. In this episode, I am chatting with Melissa Roberg about being an impactful and strong leader as an introvert. I am really excited for you to hear the many ways you can manage your energy and use your introverted strengths to your...

From a young age, we are told to do well in school, go to college, get married, buy a home, start a family, and so on, but we often forget that as we get older, our parents do too. It is inevitable, and it is something that we don't often think about or plan for. A lot of us are in an in-between stage of life where we are raising our children while we are caring for our aging parents , so we often...

Prioritizing exercise isn't easy especially when it is viewed as a punishment rather than a celebration. Do you agree? Sometimes we forget about all of the things that our bodies are capable of because we are so caught up in a meal that we ate, fitting into a certain size, or wishing we had a toned stomach. One thing I have learned over the years is that this mindset does not allow anyone to see t...

I have been in business for a long time now. One thing that I learned early on in my business journey is the importance of having a professional help you with your accounting and taxes.  There are so many things that we have to handle and worry about as entrepreneurs. If there is one thing that is important enough to outsource and get help, this is it.  In this episode, I am chatting with my dear...

It's the time of year when so many of us are doing a lot of retail shopping. I know that with the crazy year we've all had, it feels so simple just to order everything online and call it a day. However, I'm here with a short episode to remind us why it's important to support the small business owners in your community.  I have so many business owners in my Leading Ladies Facebook community, and I...

As leading ladies, certain self-care activities add to our happiness and sense of confidence. For me, I enjoy having a great manicure. I've been known to tell people that if they see me without a great looking manicure, you know that things are really wrong with me.  So, in this episode, I'm so excited to chat with a leading lady who definitely knows the value of a great manicure. Kathy Watson is...