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The She Leads Podcast, hosted by Adrienne Garland, is the podcast for women leaders and women entrepreneurs who are sick of sugar coating what they say and how they say it. Each week, Adrienne explores entrepreneurial stories, businesses, and challenges that women entrepreneurs face with a wide range of guests who are open to sharing their authentic stories in a refreshing and real way. For far too long, women have been sugar coating our voices, thoughts, and opinions, but that stops here an ...
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Kind AF

Adrienne Garland & Kent Gustavson

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Hosts Adrienne Garland and Kent Gustavson go deep into “kind” in every episode. Their polarized, oscillatory, at times slap-happy and at times dead-serious conversations range from the practical to the absurd, wandering sometimes aimlessly, yet always delivering valuable perspectives. Seeking the deeper meaning of kindness in today’s surreal world, they explore questions like what is kindness? Can business people really be kind? Does karma exist? Do trees really fall in the forest? Dr. Kent ...
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UNBREAKABLE

Jennifer Dawn and Adrienne Garland

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What does it take to be UNBREAKABLE? Hear from entrepreneurs from all walks of life who have tapped into their physical and mental strength to face personal and professional obstacles head-on. These stories will challenge your assumptions about what’s possible - physically and mentally - and inspire you to persevere, overcome any obstacle, and dream big to grow your business. Join us on our journey to becoming UNBREAKABLE.
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2024 is the year of transition. To successfully navigate through the realities and the hype, CEOs need the time and space to focus. It’s time to press pause. Ellen Williams, CEO of The Salient Strategist, is the host of these raw, intimate CEO "press pause" stories. Listen to the why, when, and how they knew it was time to press pause and the resulting outcomes. Pausing to focus is crucial, whether it is minutes, days, weeks, or longer because some decisions can be made quickly, but many can ...
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Ellen Williams welcomes Adrienne Garland, CEO of She Leads Media, a media marketing and visibility consultancy offering women leaders and entrepreneurs strategic consulting, educational content, conferences, and a podcast network to share their stories, thoughts, and opinions with the world. She is dedicated to helping women launch and scale their …
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In this episode of "Time To Press Pause," host Ellen Williams interviews Hilary Topper, CEO of HJMT PR and the Chief Curator of HJMT Media Company. Hilary discusses her career, beginning with the founding of her firm in 1992 and its growth from a home office to a larger team. Despite business success, the constant networking and responsibility beca…
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You must listen to this transformational, impactful, and thought-provoking episode with futurist and my new friend who I wish I could hang out with every single day, Latia Vaughan! Latia helps us to see that if you embrace who you are, and own your power, it will make the world turn! Futurist, thought leader, strategist, and best-selling author, La…
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Ellen Williams welcomes Jerry Colonna, CEO at Reboot.io. Jerry shares his perspective on the importance of pausing, drawing from his personal experiences and insights from his books. He emphasizes the concept of standing still as a means of coping with challenges, particularly his own battle with depression. They discuss the cultural shift towards …
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If you don’t believe in what you’re doing, how can you expect anyone else to? Jane Hanson is an Emmy award-winning television journalist, a coach, and a media trainer, working on helping people to communicate better. Jane believes in putting ourselves in someone else’s shoes, being respectful, and remembering there is no magic formula to good commu…
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Ellen Williams welcomes Ben Renshaw, Founder of Ben Renshaw Ltd. He is a well-known speaker with signature keynotes, including Leading with Purpose and Performance with Purpose. As an executive coach, his clients include Choice Hotels, Heinz, KPMG, and Unilever, to name a few. He is also a best-selling author of six books, the most recent title, Ho…
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Ellen Williams welcomes Steven Foster, Founder of One Golden Nugget, He's the founder of One Golden Nugget and publisher of One Golden Nugget: A journey of self discovery, sharing, wisdom and dream making. He’s been a serial entrepreneur for over 25 years creating entertainment companies and in his own words, only to watch them fall apart. He attri…
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Experts get in the way of their own discoveries! Carol Sanford is a positive contrarian who believes that no matter the outcome, it can be a meaningful one. As a professor, Carol ensures never to use the same idea twice, which provides a space for creating useful and valuable evolution in her thinking. Being an expert blocks people’s learning, as s…
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Take that chance - go down a different path! Nasrin Yafari is a Japanese-Iranian-American, designer, and entrepreneur who began her career in education, straight out of NYU, where she worked with people, and learned and grew into marketing. Nasrin shares her experiences in building a successful Brooklyn-based fashion brand, with a focus on taking r…
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Your business is not your baby; it is there to help and support you - not the other way around! With a degree in marketing, Lucy Vincent began her career in corporate sales and marketing where she worked for several top brands. Not wanting to build someone else’s dream, she quit without a backup plan. She knew she had the persistence it takes to su…
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Knowledge is power - and we can never have too much! A native of Pennsylvania, Dr. Cathleen Brown, is a board-certified OB/GYN, trained in Hawaii. She went on to serve on Army bases across the country, and is now the medical director at Winona. Dr. Cat has dedicated her career to women’s health and improving access to care and achieving positive he…
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It is important to give ourselves credit for what we have accomplished. Hayley Foster, Founder & CFO of Foster Inc., began her career in advertising before the Internet became popular. Moving onto digital advertising, Hayley partnered with a friend to start her first business, a promotional marketing company with offices in New York, LA, and China.…
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When you do your marketing right, clients will come ready to buy. With a background in psychology, Alexis Caldicott is known to many as the queen of event marketing. As an international speaker, messaging consultant and marketing strategist, Alexis supports entrepreneurs and business owners in creating six figures in three days from their events an…
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Being a part of family business means being a part of long-lasting values and reputation. Guillermo Salazar, a renowned family business consultant and global speaker, brings invaluable insights into effective family business governance and communication, empowering enterprises for success. Guillermo dives deep into the world of family business gove…
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If you believe in yourself, others will too! A dear friend of the She Leads Media, Cheryl Eisen, is know as 'the celebrity interior designer', and she is a huge supporter of the female founder community and women entrepreneurs everywhere. Cheryl believes strongly in a solid work ethic, resilience, and learning as much as you can as you create your …
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Real estate is a really just a simple math equation. Lindsey Lovell, CEO and founder of the Millionaire's March is also a speaker, entrepreneur, and expert real estate investor who helps women learn how to reach financial independence. Growing up, Lindsey believed that if you put your head down and worked hard, success will follow. However, she, li…
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Life finds you while you're chasing it. Sunaina Sinha Haldea is a Global Head of private capital advisory for Raymond James. She's a regular guest on CNBC and has written Five Habits to Build Mental Strength for Fast Company. She had been a senior meditator for over 15 years when she started her entrepreneurial journey. Parallel with her entreprene…
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Alycia Diggs-Chavis, is an energy healer, intuitive coach, and CEO of BlueViolet Energy Healing. She shares her journey from studying international business at Harvard to working in corporate leadership for over 20 years. After she experienced the issues of becoming an empty nester, she transitioned to entrepreneurship and working with people in a …
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Competence builds confidence. Kim Carpenter, CEO and Founder of People at the Center, is a high-performance leadership & executive coach, as well as a corporate trainer and speaker. Using researched-backed tools and proven practices, she and her team help organizations shape leaders who bring their teams together. Kim shares her journey from corpor…
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Gain your independence with an additional stream of revenue with e-commerce and Amazon FBA. Lesley Hensell is a co-founder of Riverbend Consulting and has been an Amazon seller for almost a decade. Lesley shares her journey from a work-from-home mom to a successful entrepreneur. She has personally helped hundreds of third-party sellers on Amazon to…
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Our time is our most valuable asset. Kami Guildner is the founder of the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference and host of the award-winning Extraordinary Women Radio™. She is the best-selling author of Firedancer: Your Spiral Journey to a Life of Passion and Purpose and was named to the 2020 Twenty-Five Most Powerful Women in Business List by the …
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Now is the time to destigmatize mental health! Olivia Verhulst, a licensed psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, wellness consultant, adjunct professor at NYU, and media contributor at Forbes Health Advisor delves into ways we can set ourselves up for mental wellness and success. Leading with vulnerability and destigmatizing mental health as entrep…
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Empowerment begins when you embrace the unknown, overcome fears, and boldly pursue progress. Break the taboo about money, set clear goals, and say “yes” to new opportunities. Together with Bridgette L. Smith, an award-winning talk show host, three-time CEO, and founder, we delve into the dynamic world of women’s entrepreneurship, the challenges of …
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We all yearn to run away from everyday life sometimes, and now, some people are actually doing it! Living the digital nomad life offers so much experience, broadness, and self-reflection. In this illuminating episode, Yuri Chu Su unveils the transformative power of a 20-month trip through 23 countries, 90 different beds, and 80 flights – a voyage t…
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“Comedy is a serious business. A serious business with only one purpose — to make people laugh,” said W. C. Fields. Also, comedy has a tremendous effect on our lives. It improves our social life, boosts brain activity, reduces stress, improves physical health, and makes us more attractive. Enter our esteemed guest for this episode, Carole Montgomer…
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Style isn’t just about clothes. It’s a canvas reflecting our authenticity, adapting to life’s changes, and crafting confidence in our journey of self-expression and success. The personal narrative of Robin Fisher, an influential figure in the realm of image consultancy and style strategy, underscores the importance of embracing individual taste and…
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During the Covid-19 pandemic, e-commerce boosted. Some shops last to this day, and others just exist without any revenue. What makes the difference? In this episode, Dylan Jahraus shares her journey from a successful corporate woman to founding the Multi-Six Figure Etsy Blueprint, coaching, and podcasting. What would make a 26-year-old woman make s…
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Every woman has a story to tell. And every one of us can make an impact. Do you have a drive to share your story? Just start! Start that podcast and connect with people! Today's guest is Christina Smallwood - an adoptive mom of three - twin toddlers and her oldest daughter who has special needs. Christina’s background is in the beauty industry, but…
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Being aware of your mental strengths and weaknesses is paramount for success. ST Rappaport is the founder of LifePix University where she works as a brain engineer, helping rewire the brains of entrepreneurs and enabling them to accomplish their goals. There are 28 critical thinking skills that every one of us may excel at or have a weakness in, an…
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Emotional mastery is essential for steadiness and consistency in leadership and business. Dr. Gurpreet Kaur is a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Living Excellence Today, and shares her insight on emotional resiliency and wellness. We all use our right brains to tap into a force that drives our inspiration, motivation, intuition, …
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Attending She Leads LIVE 2023 is one of the best things you can do for your business. This year's conference theme is all about visibility, and it will bring together successful and powerful women entrepreneurs from a variety of industries to speak about how to get visibility and leverage it for your business. The event will be packed with opportun…
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Community is the cornerstone of empowerment. It’s where connections flourish and transformation takes root. Deb Schell, a global entrepreneur with over 60 businesses under her guidance, shares invaluable insights on online community building. From discovery to strategy and implementation, she simplifies user and backend experiences. In this enlight…
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Things will always keep evolving, you just have to figure out what and who you are investing in. Co-founders of Luminoustudios in New York City, Reema Dutt and Sania Jhankar share how they became business partners as well as friends. They believe that you have to have a strategy for investing in content; if you are starting a podcast you don’t need…
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Intentional journeys and vacations allow you to experience the world around you and discover your truest self. Evan Freed is a founder of Family Journey. Evan believes in intentional travel experiences as well as intentional communication and healthy relationships, which in turn allow a person to avoid burnout. He likens intentional communication w…
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Taking action is an excellent way to counter the negative mental health impact of the climate crisis. Sarah Newman is the founder and executive director of the Climate Mental Health Network, where she helps to address the mental health consequences of climate change. We are all stuck living in a system that contributes to the climate crisis, but th…
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It's time to start following a new path and doing what you love and what you are good at before you burn out. Erica Carrico is an award-winning money and marketing coach who helps women transform their businesses to 6 and 7 figures so they can live their soul purpose. So many of us get stuck in the paradigm of slaving away in a career we don't real…
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Your voice is a powerful tool that you can leverage for success. Jessica Doyle Mekkes is a renowned vocal coach who helps women find their powerful, authentic voices. Whether you are a public speaker, leading a meeting, or just want to be able to speak up confidently in a personal or professional setting, there are many ways we can learn to exercis…
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If your business is not doing well, it's because you are not doing well. Mrs. Bob Gallagher is the Founder and CEO of Mahalo Massage NYC where she uses Intuitive Massage to help her clients get more in touch with their body and mind. Many of us view a struggling business as a reflection of how successful we are as people, without realizing that thi…
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Podcasts are the best platform for growing your business and elevating your thought leadership. Tori Barker is a digital marketing specialist, an evangelist for women thought leaders, and will be joining Adrienne in hosting a new, membership-based podcast called SheCast Collective. This podcast will be an exclusive community for like-minded, entrep…
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Education and support are crucial for helping more young women access and explore a future in the arts. Erin Prather Stafford is the Founder of Girls That Create, where she provides resources that help to empower women of all ages to think creatively and pursue their creative passions. Women creators are greatly underrepresented in the media, and b…
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Podcasting can be an intimate and lucrative platform that strengthens your business if you do it right. Danielle Desir Corbett is a podcast marketing coach who helps podcasters build authority, shows them how to monetize their podcasts and top the podcasting charts. To make the most of your podcasts, ensure that you narrow the focus of your topics …
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Finding the right platform for your voice is essential for the success of your brand and business. Miranda VonFricken is a LinkedIn trainer who helps her clients create a powerful presence on LinkedIn and elevate their brand and business with the power of their true voice. Before choosing the right space for your voice, you must gain the confidence…
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When launching a service, not getting caught up in perfectionism is vital for success. Kathrin Folkendt is the CEO of Femtech Insider, where she is a leader and advocate in the women's health space. When you are first starting up any business, it is so common to let yourself get in your own way, so you need to overcome that drive for perfectionism …
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Market research and customer feedback could be the ticket to scaling your businesses beyond the $1 million mark. Without gathering insights from the market and listening to customer feedback, you are effectively running your business on guesswork, which is very costly. Researching the market gives your business and vision an informed direction to s…
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Podcasting is an excellent platform for women to grow their businesses, their network, and their brand. Starting a podcast offers a unique and intimate medium for women to create authentic connections while sharing their expertise and cultivating a growing network and audience. Making guest appearances on other podcasts is also extremely beneficial…
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AI is a revolutionary tool that has the power to help women overcome adversity. We need to start experimenting with AI so that we can leverage it for our success. Women must be at the forefront of the AI revolution so that our needs are built into these models and the platforms remain equitable and inclusive. With so many tools and resources availa…
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We all need to clear our plates a little bit. We're all taking on more than we can handle, and the older we get, the harder it gets. It's important to remember that you don't need to tick every box on the checklist to live in joy and be your best self. No matter how much you have on your plate, even if it's things you love, you have nothing to prov…
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Podcasts are an excellent way to gain representation in your niche. Alice Draper is the founder and CEO of Hustling Writers and shares her passion for making publicity easier and more accessible for underrepresented entrepreneurs. In the digital era of media, podcasts are an important platform that can give you a body of work to help legitimize you…
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A positive mindset is the most important part of a successful business. Dorothy Illson is a digital marketing and data expert who shares her journey through finding her self-worth and accepting her success. The number one most important aspect of running a business is being able to have a positive mindset and truly believing you are worthy of succe…
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Honoring yourself with love and respect is the best way to reach your goals in the business world. Alexandra Navarro is a successful C-suite Latin American woman with a mission to help underrepresented women gain more opportunities in life. Navigating and advancing in the technology industry, and the business world at large, is difficult for women,…
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