Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

We all need a break sometimes.    You may have noticed that I didn't release a new episode last week. While I don't plan to make a habit of that, it was much needed. Life has been full of a lot of transitions for my family lately and there has been a lot going on with my business, so I was at my max.    With that said, in this week's episode of The Leading Lady Podcast, I am talking about the impo...

What does your branding say about you?    Your brand is bigger than branding. It's so common for us to not see the flaws in what we have currently because we are so close to our businesses. This can make it hard to see from someone else's shoes, but you have to look at the bigger picture.    Your brand is your unique story, but your branding is for your audience. In this episode of Leading Lady, I...

I'm going to be honest, this episode is a hard one.    I haven't recorded anything in a few weeks because I have been grieving. Two weeks ago, I lost my 11-year-old English Setter, Millie. If you know me or have been following me for a while, you know that my dog was a huge part of my life. I've had her since she was 9 weeks old and she has pretty much been my shadow since day one. I never could h...

How do you show up in the world?    I have worked in the education realm for over 20 years and something that we teachers absolutely love is acronyms! We have one for everything.   In this episode of Leading Lady, I am sharing with you one of my favorite acronyms ever because it has helped me so much, and I really think it will help you too. I have used it daily for the last several years, and it...

Let's talk about the power of saying no.    By that I mean sometimes when we say "no", we are actually saying "yes". Now I know what you may be thinking- no means no, right? I get that!    By saying no to something, you are often saying yes to something else. In this week's episode of Leading Lady, I am diving into why saying no to what doesn't light you up means saying yes to the things that matt...

Do you suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction? It can look like stress incontinence, painful sex, or abdominal separation, and it can be an embarrassing problem to talk about. Many people assume this is normal at a certain point in their life, but it is not.    When left untreated, it can lead to a disconnection from your sexual self, and this can cause serious isolation and anxiety. Your sensuality...

Have you ever wanted to write a book?    I honestly feel that everyone has a book inside of them. We all have our own unique experiences that we have learned from and by sharing our story, we can help the next person in line. Writing a book can help you leave a legacy for yourself so that others can learn from you.   In this episode of Leading Lady, I sat down with Camille Campins-Adams, one of my...

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...

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...

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 n...

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 internatio...

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...

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 a...

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 yo...

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...

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 ...

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 s...

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...

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 w...

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...

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...

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 dysfu...

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 th...

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...

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 uncomfor...