Kalena James & Julie Deem
UNITED State of Women
UNITED State of Women is a personal leadership development podcast focused on educating and elevating women's ability to have it all and teach them how to get it! Our USW Podcast transforms personal and professional leadership frustrations for progress into visions for a better one. Women are uniting, starting businesses, and growing companies at a pace faster than ever before. They are at the table in more executive boardrooms, speaking out on more important personal and business issues and becoming key contenders and players in our state and local gov.
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Kalena James & Julie Deem
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
337 - Breaking Free from Abuse with Jen Lee 08.07.2026 32:45
What if the abuse you experienced never left a bruise, but still changed everything about who you believed you were? In this episode of UNITED State of Women, Julie Deem sits down with Jen Lee, founder of Healing in Sharing, author of Why I Survived, and advocate for women healing from trauma. Jen courageously shares her personal story of surviving emotional and psychological abuse, the subtle man...
336 - How to Stay Motivated When No One is Watching *Best of Episode* 01.07.2026 12:20
Julie Deem shares valuable tips to help you stay motivated even when it feels like no one is paying attention. Key Takeaways: Break down your big goals into smaller, achievable steps and celebrate each win. Holding yourself accountable builds discipline, and discipline is what separates those who succeed from those who give up. Even when it feels like no one is watching, trust that your work is pl...
335 - Building a Life That Aligns With Your Values with Lisa Pirinelli 24.06.2026 30:13
What happens when you do everything "right" and still feel unfulfilled? In this episode Julie Deem sits down with life coach Lisa Pirinelli to discuss her journey from climbing the corporate ladder to building a coaching business centered around helping high-achieving women create lives they actually enjoy living. Lisa shares how years of chasing traditional success left her feeling disc...
334 - Stop Waiting for Permission *Best of Episode* 17.06.2026 15:26
Julie Deem shares strategies for you to start owning your voice and vision. Key Takeaways: Trailblazers rarely have footsteps to follow. Owning your voice doesn’t have to mean a grand stage or a viral post. When we wait for permission, we delay our purpose. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's unique...
333 - Purpose, People, and the Power to Change Lives with Jessica Evans 10.06.2026 31:12
What happens when a teacher follows a calling that feels bigger than herself? In this episode Julie Deem sits down with Jessica Evans, founder and Executive Director of Allies, Inc., to discuss the unexpected journey that led her from the classroom to leading a nonprofit dedicated to empowering survivors of human trafficking through mentorship. Jessica shares how a single awareness concert sparked...
332 - Finding Strength in a Waiting Season 03.06.2026 13:32
As high-achieving women, we're wired to take action. We set goals, solve problems, and make things happen. But what happens when you've done everything you can do and the next step isn't clear? In this episode of Julie Deem explores the power of the pause and why waiting isn't wasted time. If you've ever felt frustrated by a lack of momentum, questioned your timing, or wondered...
331 - How to Lead When You Don’t Have All the Answers *Best of Episode* 27.05.2026 11:38
Julie Deem shares how you can lead powerfully, even when you don’t have all the answers Key Takeaways: Great leaders create space for diverse ideas. You don’t need to be 100% certain to move forward. Confidence doesn’t mean you always know the next move. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely...
330 - Questions Women Avoid Asking Themselves 20.05.2026 19:24
What do you actually want? Not what feels practical. Not what keeps everyone else comfortable. In this episode, Julie Deem opens up about the power of journaling as a tool for clarity, self-worth, and reconnecting with your own voice. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next, this episode will help you process what you truly want and give you practical journaling...
329 - Principles of Servant Leadership *Best of Episode* 13.05.2026 23:01
What are the principles around servant leadership? In this episode Kalena James shares why these 4 principles of servant leadership are important to running a successful business and having strong relationships. Listen now as Kalena James shares, "Principles of Servant Leadership". 1. Encourage diversity. 2. Create a culture of trust. 3. Have an unselfish mindset. 4. Foster leadership in others le...
328 - How to Grow Through the Waiting 06.05.2026 16:47
What do you do when life looks completely different than the picture you had in your head? In this episode Julie Deem opens up about the grief of unmet timelines and navigating seasons where progress feels invisible. If you’ve been struggling with disappointment, comparison, burnout, or feeling disconnected from your purpose, this episode will help you feel seen and hopeful again. What You Will Le...
327 - Business Principles for Female Leaders *Best of Episode* 29.04.2026 20:54
Kalena James and Julie Deem are in studio sharing 4 business principles for female leaders. Learn why the ladies are are so passionate about this subject as they announce a big project that has been developing behind the scenes!!! 1. Understand the values and beliefs of those you serve. 2. Connect with empathy and generosity. 3. Automate more tasks to free up time. 4. Don’t take it personal. “It c...
326 - You're NOT Stuck, Take the First Step 22.04.2026 12:04
You don’t need more time, you need a different way of thinking. In this episode Julie Deem breaks down what limiting beliefs actually look like in real life and why they keep you in a cycle of overthinking instead of taking action. This is a real, honest conversation about fear, your brain’s need for safety, and how to move forward even when you don’t feel ready. If you’ve been sitting on a goal,...
325 - You’re Allowed to Change the Dream 15.04.2026 8:58
You think you know exactly what you want… until life shows you something better. In this episode, Julie Deem invites you to shift your focus from chasing the end goal to embracing the journey that gets you there. This is your reminder that clarity doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from moving. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this episode will help you rele...
324 - The Cost of Carrying It All *Best of Episode* 08.04.2026 12:54
Julie Deem shares strategies to reduce your stress and show up as your best self. Key Takeaways: We weren’t designed to live in constant “fight or flight” mode. Schedule joy like a meeting. Say no without explaining. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you! Learn more at: https://lyfqu...
323 - Let Go of the Life You Planned and Start Living Today 01.04.2026 13:32
What if the life you’re holding onto is the very thing keeping you stuck? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Julie Deem opens up about releasing the picture she once had for her life and learning to embrace what is unfolding instead. If you’ve been feeling stuck, questioning your path, or holding onto something that no longer fits, this conversation will help you shift your perspective...
322 - 7 Years, 300 Episodes: The Real Power of Staying Consistent 25.03.2026 29:04
What happens when you stay committed to something long after the excitement fades? In this milestone episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem pause to celebrate a powerful moment, being ranked #1 in Kokomo, #1 in Indiana for women, and Top 10 in both personal development and women’s leadership podcasts. But this episode isn’t just about rankings, it’s about what it actually takes to build something th...
321 - Search to Strategy: How to Turn Your Voice Into Influence and Visibility 18.03.2026 8:07
What if the strategy you’ve been searching for is already how you naturally show up? In this final episode of the series, Kalena James brings everything full circle, revealing how YouTube, Amazon, and Facebook reflect three key stages of human behavior: learning, deciding, and belonging. This episode will help you turn your natural strengths into a clear, aligned strategy so you can show up with c...
320 - The Common Denominator: What YouTube, Amazon, and Facebook Are Really Built On 11.03.2026 8:31
What if the most powerful platforms in the world were not built on attention, algorithms, or followers but on something much deeper? In this episode, Kalena James reveals the hidden principle connecting the world’s most influential digital platforms: safety. After exploring how YouTube supports learning, Amazon supports decision making, and Facebook supports belonging, Kalena uncovers the deeper c...
319 - Why Facebook Still Matters: The Real Reason People Search Facebook for Community and Belonging 04.03.2026 7:58
Is Facebook really dead, or are people misunderstanding its true purpose? In this episode, Kalena James explores why Facebook continues to be one of the most searched platforms in the United States and what that search behavior reveals about human connection. While platforms like YouTube dominate when people want answers and Amazon dominates when people want to make decisions, Facebook thrives bec...
318 - Power Moves are Made in Private: What Amazon search behavior tells or reveals about confidence and decisions 25.02.2026 8:37
What does Amazon search behavior reveal about confidence, leadership, and decision-making? In this episode Kalena James explores a powerful insight hiding in plain sight: the second-largest search platform in the United States, Amazon. With over 80 million searches per day, Amazon represents a specific psychological moment. This episode challenges the cultural narrative that confidence must be lou...
317 - Power is Not Loud it's Trusted: Why YouTube Dominates When People Want Clarity 18.02.2026 8:48
With over 85 million searches a day, YouTube is where people go when they need answers. In this episode, Kalena James challenges the way we think about power. What if power isn’t about being loud? What if it isn’t about being everywhere? What if power lives in trust? If you’ve ever felt like your voice wasn’t “big enough,” this conversation will shift everything. Key Takeaways: Clarity is more pow...
316 - Stop Waiting for Permission *Best of Episode* 11.02.2026 15:26
Julie Deem shares strategies for you to start owning your voice and vision. Key Takeaways: Trailblazers rarely have footsteps to follow. Owning your voice doesn’t have to mean a grand stage or a viral post. When we wait for permission, we delay our purpose. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's unique...
315 - Strategies for Discipline *Best of Episode* 04.02.2026 24:34
Kalena James and Julie Deem are sharing tips for creating more discipline in your personal and professional life. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you! Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/ Instagram: USW Podcast @uswkokomo...
314 - When Winter Feels Heavy 28.01.2026 12:19
Julie Deem opens an honest and compassionate conversation about the winter blues and seasonal depression. This episode is a reminder that nothing is “wrong” with you for feeling this way and that slowing down is not a failure. Key Takeaways: Seasonal shifts naturally affect mood, energy, and motivation. Winter is a season for slowing down, not forcing constant productivity. Small, gentle acts of c...
313 - Leading with the Heart *Best of Episode* 21.01.2026 10:46
Julie Deem shares how you can lead with the heart and still be a strong leader. Key Takeaways: Know your heart's values. Protect your energy without closing yourself off. Feel your feelings. Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you! Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/ Instagram: USW Pod...
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