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Ever feel like the success or accomplishment you’ve worked for and achieved might be due to nothing more than luck?  You are not alone. That feeling is called “imposter syndrome,” and some of the most successful women on the planet admit they struggle with the tendency. In today’s short form episode, I share my top […] The post Five ways to conquer imposter syndrome! (Episode 129) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

For many families, the holidays will look and feel very different this year. The added stress of coping with a pandemic that will either prevent us from seeing relatives, or will present difficult social situations. Not to mention the added challenges some families face navigating political divisions following a contentious election year. All of this […] The post “Love is the cure:” Dr. Donna Marks (Episode 128) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Corporate CEO turned political innovator Katherine Gehl tells me how growing her family cheese business — $250 million Wisconsin-based Gehl Foods — turned into a passion for political innovation. It’s an incredibly interesting story!  “Democracies have to deliver results. You can’t sustain generations of freedom without results…..when they don’t, people will reach for something else,” […] The post Political innovator Katherine Gehl says elections should align with free market principles (Episode 127) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

It’s often the simplest ideas that have the most inspiring impact! Adriana Carrig, the founder and CEO of The Little Word Project, took an idea she had for inspiring kindness and created a pay-it-forward jewelry company one kind, thoughtful word at a time.  In this episode, Adriana and I talk about how being the target […] The post Making the world a better place one “little word” bracelet at a time! Adriana Carrig, CEO/Founder, The Little Words Project (Episode 126) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Happy November and Happy Election Week (finally!) Rather than dive into the Election fray, today I’m talking about a different and often overlooked component of confidence and leadership building, especially for women!  Give this short-form episode a listen and let me know what you think. You can send me an email through the website, or […] The post Embracing diversity of thought as a confidence builder! (Episode 125) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

This week, I’m launching an additional feature to She Said/She Said Podcast — a short-form podcast published a few times a month with additional perspective on a topic that’s come up in recent conversation my guests. Today, we’re tackling mentorship. Specifically, how do you know whether the advice you receive is the advice you should […] The post Trust your gut or your mentor? (Episode 124) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

A legend in the world of business news for more than three decades, Maria Bartiromo has covered every major story since the early 1990s. She’s won two Emmys, a Gracie, and countless other awards for her work. Currently, she is anchor and Global Markets Editor at FOX Business. A true trailblazer, she was the very […] The post Maria Bartiromo: Blazing a trail and staying true to her core (Episode 123) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Hi friends, In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I’m re-releasing a conversation I had with the amazing Nancy Brinker, a woman who is the undeniable leader in the global war to eradicate breast cancer. In a single generation the organization she founded in the name of her sister Susan G. Komen has changed […] The post National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: “A life of service” — Nancy Brinker (Episode 122) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Bonnie Glick is the Deputy Administrator of USAID, a U.S. Government agency primarily responsible for administering civilian foreign aid and development assistance. With a budget of more than $27 billion and 11,000 people on staff worldwide, USAID is one of the largest government aid agencies in the world. It accounts for about half of all […] The post Building a life of global impact: Bonnie Glick, Deputy Administrator, USAID (Episode 121) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Genevive “Gen” LaGreca has built a successful career as an independent author who uses the power of story to portray and dramatize thought-provoking ideas and ideals especially related to freedom and independence.   Her latest book — her fourth — is entitled “Just the Truth.” It casts fictionalized media maven and heroine Laura Taninger in a […] The post Using the power of story to dramatize ideals: pharmaceutical chemist turned fiction author Genevieve “Gen” LaGreca (Episode 120) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Two particularly powerful themes come through in Episode 119: how setback can be a transformational force even when it may not seem like it at first; and the power and value of providing work and an opportunity to those in need. Both of these themes have been life changing for my guest Francine LeFrak.  Francine […] The post A “philanthro-capitalist” changing lives through opportunity: Francine LeFrak (Episode 119) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

This week, Episode 118 is all about passion, purpose, and overcoming significant odds to accomplish a life-long dream! I’m talking with Dr. Praise Matemavi, the first Zimbabwean abdominal transplant surgeon. “Passion and Purpose” is also the name of her new book. The book is a collection of stories and interviews with some 75 Black women […] The post Living with passion and purpose: Dr. Praise Matemavi, first Zimbabwean abdominal transplant surgeon (Episode 118) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Maggie Craddock is President and Founder of Workplace Relationships. She is a former Wall Street financial analyst turned executive coach who has worked with clients at all levels — from Fortune 500 CEOs and executives to those just starting out in their careers. Maggie’s work has been featured nationally on CNBC, the Harvard Business Review, […] The post Navigating and surviving the unexpected: Maggie Craddock, executive coach and author of “Lifeboat” (Episode 117) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Kari Kampakis is a Birmingham, Alabama-based author (three times over) who got her start as a blogger writing for girls about common challenges faced in girlhood. When one of Kari’s blogs went viral and was shared some 74k times she, and a publisher, realized she had struck a chord and her personal calling and mission […] The post Equipping girls to grow into strong, confident women: Kari Kampakis, author and girl mom extraordinaire (Episode 116) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

“The act of writing a book makes you a better authority. It makes you better at what you do,” writing coach, author, and entrepreneur Robin Colucci tells me in Episode 115. But, she’s quick to say that doesn’t mean everyone should write a full length book, or is ready to write a book right now. […] The post Robin Colucci helps experts write books that change the world. Ever thought about writing a book? Don’t write a word until you hear her advice! (Episode 115) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

When Marisa Porges realized that her physiology wouldn’t allow her to continue as a naval fighter pilot — something she had dreamed of and worked toward her entire young life, she was devastated. What she couldn’t have known then was that the experience and what she learned about setback would form the basis of her […] The post What girls need: the power & importance of adaptability — Dr. Marisa Porges, author & headmaster, The Baldwin School (Episode 114) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Author Mary Morgan Blackburn Ketchel had a ringside seat to see the first female U.S. Senator, and the first female U.S. Representative elected from her home state of Tennessee. To make the experience all the more inspiring, those trailblazing accomplishments were made by her mom: U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn.  Seeing women in positions of power […] The post Role models powered by perseverance and determination: author Mary Morgan Ketchel with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (Episode 113) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Gay Gaddis is the trailblazing founder of Austin, Texas-based T3, an advertising and marketing firm which she grew to be one of the largest independent agencies in the country–and one of only a few owned by women. It might surprise you to know that this small town girl from Liberty, Texas went to college on […] The post How to kick ass like a cowgirl and other secrets of success: entrepreneur, author & artist Gay Gaddis (Episode 112) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

Amy Flurry is a features writer and former editor for some of the biggest names in the magazine publishing world: Lucky, Country Living, Conde Nast Traveler, and House Beautiful to name a few. She’s also an expert at reinvention. Particularly important for our conversation today, Amy is an expert at helping others understand and fine […] The post Recipe for press….advice for building your business and reinventing your life: Amy Flurry (Episode 111) appeared first on She Said / She Said.

The most basic act of civic engagement is voting. With few exceptions, it’s available to all citizens. Yet, the vast majority of eligible voters — women and men — in the U.S. don’t take advantage of this privilege. In Episode 110, I’m joined by Kim Wehle who has made voting and civic literacy her calling. […] The post Demystifying and inspiring civic engagement: Kim Wehle, Constitutional law professor, legal scholar & author (Episode 110) appeared first on She Said / She Said.