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.

Author

Kalena James & Julie Deem

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Education

Podcast website

www.uswkokomo.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

037 - Find YOUR Public Speaking Voice 21.10.2020

Does speaking in public scare you???? You are NOT alone. Kalena James breaks down the tips to help YOU find your public speaking voice so you can level up and conquer any stage. UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

036 - Your Gifts, Your Calling; with Lelisa Wyckoff-Elliott 14.10.2020

Find your identity code for your life. Kalena James and her good friend  and pastor’s wife, Lelisa Wyckoff-Elliott are sharing everything you need to discover, who YOU are. At the end of the day, your gifts are your calling and those gifts are uniquely yours. This episode will help you reflect on your own patterns and pathways that have led you to this place. UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo...

035 - Prison Did NOT Break Me, Sheena's Story 10.10.2020

Imagine being sentenced to life in prison, also known as death by incarceration, at 17 years old. This was the reality for Sheena Renea. After being released in 2017, Sheena has made it her mission to help people find life after prison. Her message reminds everyone that our mistakes do not define us. More about Sheena and her organization: Prisondidnotbreakme.org Imperfectisperfectlifecoaching@gma...

034 - Covid Stress, Reflection Episode 07.10.2020

It has been a little over six months since our lives were changed from the current Covid-19 pandemic. Self-reflection is a great way to check in with yourself and see just how well you are actually doing with all of this added stress in your life. Kalena James and Julie Deem are asking questions and sharing how they have been handling the, "new normal". Resources: 6 GUIDING PRINCIPLES TO ATRAUMA-I...

033 - Get Out of Your Own Way, Barriers vs. Benefits 30.09.2020

Challenge yourself to deal with the barriers in your life, both internally and externally. Kalena James wants to move you to the next level. She is sharing 3 things that will help you reflect and move passed the barriers in your life, to reframe those barriers into benefits. Follow us on Instagram: UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online:...

032 - Level Up With Doers, Donors, and Drivers 23.09.2020

Have you ever heard the saying, "Your network is your net worth"? In this episode Kalena James and Julie Deem are sharing tips on how to build a winning team for your life and for your career. Follow us on Instagram: UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

031 - More Closing Less Selling 16.09.2020

Want to increase your sales? Focus on closing. In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem are sharing tips on how to close more sales in your industry. Follow us on Instagram: UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

030 - Energy Leadership Coaching Birthday Special, PART 2 of 2 12.09.2020

In part 2 of this birthday special, Kalena shares more about her coaching industry along with her interest in the words and way people show up. Hangout in this candid conversation with Kalena James and Julie Deem. Follow us on Instagram: UNITED State of Women @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

029 - Podcast Journey Birthday Special, PART 1 of 2 09.09.2020

Are you ready for some motivation?? Quit procrastinating on your dreams and start appreciating all of the victories you have accomplished thus far. In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem are reflecting on the past year and celebrating their birthday!! Checkout this conversation and learn more about the podcast industry along with the skills that helped Julie launch her first online business...

028 - Beware of Your Assumptions, 4 PART SERIES 02.09.2020

Part 4 of this 4 part series. We saved the BEST for last. Have you ever stopped to think about how your assumptions are holding you back from moving to the next level? Challenge yourself this episode to find areas where you can change your perspective. Kalena James and Julie Deem take a closer look at the blocks in your life that are keeping you from leveling up in your life and in your business....

027 - RIP to Self-Limiting Beliefs, 4 PART SERIES 26.08.2020

Part 3 of this 4 part series. Are your self-limiting beliefs keeping you from moving to the next level? Kalena James and Julie Deem take a closer look at the blocks in your life that are keeping you from leveling up in your life and in your business. Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

026 - Change Your Negative Interpretation, 4 PART SERIES 19.08.2020

Part 2 of this 4 part series. Kalena James and Julie Deem take a closer look at the blocks in your life that are keeping you from leveling up in your life and in your business, sharing tips to teach you how to change your negative interpretations. Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com Sponsorships: on for this episode

025 - Attack Fear With Action, 4 PART SERIES 05.08.2020

Stop letting fear keep you from sharing your gifts with the world. In this 4 part series Kalena James and Julie Deem take a closer look at the blocks in your life that are keeping you from leveling up in your life and in your business. Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

024 - Improving Self-Mastery Through Reflection 22.07.2020

Are you controlling the way you show up? In this episode Kalena asks important questions that help you develop better self-reflection. These questions are designed to improve mindfulness which is an important skill to have as you continue to level up personally and professionally. Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

023 - Spoons for Action #eatblackowned 15.07.2020

Julie Deem interviews Liz Prevot on this special episode of "UNITED State of Women".  Beginning this weekend July 18th-July 26, the "Filipinix for Black Lives Matter" along with the group "Eat Black Owned" have partnered up to create a campaign that pushes #blackownedrestaurants to the forefront. This is a week dedicated to Black owned restaurants, chefs ,food creatives, food bloggers and inf...

022 - Harness Your Personal Professional Brand 08.07.2020

Kalena breaks down the steps you need to take in order to harness your personal professional brand. If you want to move up to the next level in your industry then you have to do more than just work hard. Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalenajames Julie Deem @indymompreneur Online: www.uswkokomo.com

021 - Curiosity Changes the World 24.06.2020

In order to have social awareness it is important to have curiosity. It is through curiosity that relationships are formed and creates opportunities to learn and grow. Kalena breaks down the steps you need to take as a leader when it comes to better understanding humanity. Curiosity – makes the world brighter. Through curiosity, relationships are formed. It creates an opportunity to learn more abo...

020 - What Defines Identity? 10.06.2020

What defines identity? Understanding your identity means knowing who you are, or does it? Who decides?? Are you tying your identity to a purpose? How do you discover your purpose? Resources: “Basics of Identity”. Written by: Shahram Heshmat Ph. D. Science of Choice https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-choice/201412/basics-identity Follow us on Instagram: Follow the USW page @uswkokomo K...

019 - YOUR Postpartum Body is NOT Broken with Kathrine Bright 27.05.2020

In this episode, Julie Deem interviews personal trainer and ultramarathon runner, Kathrine Bright. Discover why myths around having a child could be hindering your progress to develop a healthy body image. Learn how to respect and love yourself wherever you are in your journey. #womeninpodcasting #selfhelp #selfdevelopment “I cannot lift the weights I did in college but this body, my mental streng...

018 - Quarantine Fatigue and Self-Image 18.05.2020

Welcome to the UNITED State of Women! In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem talk about, "#QuarantineFatigue" and how it can be negatively affecting your self-image. Keep us updated using #PowerPurposePlan to join our community, where professional women come together to thrive. #womeninpodcasting #selfhelp #selfdevelopment  Follow us on Instagram: Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena J...

017 - Overcoming Resistance to Change 22.04.2020

Welcome to the UNITED State of Women! In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem share 4 Stratagies to help you overcome the resistance to change. Don’t miss your opportunities during this crisis. BONUS**** Kalena shares a life hack that is sure to make your stay at home a little sweeter. Keep us updated using #PowerPurposePlan to join our community, where professional women come together to thr...

016 - Change Your Life in 30 Days 08.04.2020

Welcome to the UNITED State of Women! In this episode, Kalena James and Julie Deem share 5 tips to start applying today to change your life in 30 days. If you are ready to level up, this episode is for YOU! Keep us updated using #PowerPurposePlan to join our community, where professional women come together to thrive. Follow us on Instagram: Follow the USW page @uswkokomo Kalena James @yesitskalen...

015 - Part '3' Dear World, Michaela's Story 25.03.2020

Welcome to the UNITED State of Women! Dear World" is a 3-part series about Michaela Runkle, her story of surviving domestic violence will inspire anyone who is trying to move forward after experiencing a life changing event. In this final episode of Michaela’s 3-part series, we learn how Michaela was able to move foward and recover HER power in the process. This is HER story. Michaela is a true te...

014 - Part '2' Dear World, Michaela's Story 11.03.2020

Season 2 is all about, "Recovering YOUR Power". "Dear World" is a 3 part series about Michaela Runkle, her story of surviving domestic violence will inspire anyone who is trying to move forward after experiencing a life changing event. Part 2 - Michaela takes us down the road of life after her domestic violence altercation. In a chapter she references called, "Unpopular Opinion: It's Okay to Stay...

013 - Part '1' Dear World, Michaela's Story 26.02.2020

Season 2 is all about, "Recovering YOUR Power". "Dear World" is a 3 part series about Michaela Runkle, her story of surviving domestic violence will inspire anyone who is trying to move forward after experiencing a life changing event. Part 1 - Michaela is a PhD student with a title she never thought she would have. Growing up in Indiana she came from an educated middle class family. She is also s...

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