"Many people are looking for hands-on jobs instead of desk jobs, and the skilled trades are really hands-on."—Ariana Dugan Until recently, primarily men have worked as electricians, plumbers, and carpenters. But that's changing as more of the workforce retires, opening the door for more women to join the skilled trades industry. But how can more women get involved in these hands-on types of jobs? Ariana Dugan is the Vice President of Product at Interplay Learning . Interplay Learning uses its aw...
Aug 31, 2022•28 min
"Men in corporate tend to be more competitive, and women tend to be more cooperative."—Laura Browne Do you feel you are being paid what you are worth in your corporate job or by your clients? Maybe you've tried asking, haven't found the courage, or you think it would be easier to find a new job than to ask for a raise. But, whether you're a corporate leader or an entrepreneur, we all want to make more money for our work. So how can you put yourself in the game and ask for what you want? Laura Br...
Aug 24, 2022•29 min
If you’ve experienced trauma and abuse, it’s easy to play small. To protect yourself and live comfortably in the shadows. But you are not your scars. And it's past time to step into your full power and shine your light on the world. Ellie Shefi is a civil rights attorney, strategist and coach who provides entrepreneurs, authors and leaders with practical, easy-to-implement tools and strategies that generate results. Ellie is also the host of the Free by Design television show and You Are Not You...
Aug 17, 2022•30 min
Do you love sales? Maybe you’ve tried to make it in the brick-and-mortar space and found it too challenging, or the expenses of renting space and hiring employees were too off-putting, and the paperwork was too time-consuming. Carina Hatton started selling products online in 2013. Now, in addition to running her successful online boutique, she serves as a mentor and coach for entrepreneurs that want to start selling products online and scale their own e-commerce (electronic commerce) business th...
Aug 10, 2022•29 min
Do you feel undervalued and unfulfilled in your role as a woman in corporate America? For decades, women have been given mixed messages and told to keep their emotions out of the workplace. But our real value as women in the workplace or in our role as entrepreneurs can be found when we embrace our softer side. So how can we step out of masculinization and lean into our biggest strengths as women in our leadership roles? Blake Schofield spent 18 years in corporate America growing 8 and 9-figure ...
Aug 03, 2022•30 min
Creative burnout is particularly scary for an entrepreneur. Being in a creative rut is frustrating enough on its own. But when you depend on your creativity to make a living, you need to tools to help you recharge. So, what are the warning signs that you’re on the road to creative burnout? And if you’re already there, what can you do to recover from it? Jenna Noelle is an award-winning photographer with 15 years of professional experience. She cut her teeth shooting weddings and has since expand...
Jul 27, 2022•29 min
What could you accomplish in your career if you used the misery of every failure to propel you forward? So many women allow their past failures to keep them from boldly charging forward to their dreams. But when we adopt a mindset of resilience and recognize our own value, we can stop playing small and achieve the big things that are possible for us. Alina Timofeeva is a multi-award-winning Principal at Oliver Wyman who went from graduate analyst to principal in less than seven years. Her TED Ta...
Jul 20, 2022•28 min
“Addiction now touches every other person in this day and age.” Are you dealing with an addiction crisis? Do you want to intervene, but you don’t know how? If addiction is an issue impacting your family, this episode is for you! Dana Golden has lived on the other side of addiction for most of her life. A nationally known speaker, Dana, is the co-author of Addiction Rescue; The NO BS Guide to Recovery . As a Certified Family Addiction and Recovery Coach, her mission is to bring solutions for reco...
Jul 13, 2022•28 min
What great things could you accomplish for humanity if you allowed your feminine energy to fuel your entrepreneurial journey? Many women spend their entire lives working toward some finish line, or number on the scale, or in their bank account. But when we do that, we miss out on the opportunity to connect to the power of our feelings and our feminine energy to discover what's really possible for us. JB Owen is a fearless female leader, highly successful entrepreneur, world-class speaker, author...
Jul 06, 2022•29 min
What great thing or courageous step is your lack of body confidence keeping you from doing? Many people spend their entire lives allowing their inner critique to fully reign over their thoughts and feelings, lessening their relationships and even keeping them stuck in their careers. But when we do that, we are missing out on the sparkly, shiny, and wonderful life we could be having. Cliona Byrne is a body confidence coach. Her mission is to help adults, parents, and teens all over the world and ...
Jun 29, 2022•29 min
Robyn Johnson was working as a youth minister when her son got sick. Her fears around money inspired Robyn to take $100 out of her emergency savings and invest it in reselling secondhand products on Amazon. In just seven months, she replaced her full-time income at the church. And in four years, Robyn grew the business into a million-dollar company. Ten years later, Robyn is a well-known expert in the realm of marketing products on Amazon, appearing on Entrepreneurs on Fire and Confessions of a ...
Jun 22, 2022•28 min
What if the thing you always wanted was the one thing you couldn’t have? Could you go on from there to live a happy, helpful life? Frances Jones is a CEO, author, and certified life coach. She is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and the host of the NSpire Together Show powered by the Women Win Network. Her best-selling book Overcoming the Emotional Stigmas of Infertility: Barren But Not Ashamed helps women transform from a mindset of defeat and low self-esteem to one of victory, freedom, an...
Jun 15, 2022•29 min
How do you go from a failed business to owning a company that's on the fast track to becoming a household name with global influence? Tammie Sykes is the co-owner of Dion Michaels , a skincare line developed to serve men of all skin types and ethnicities. Tammie's passion for skincare began during college when she and her business partner Simone Randle developed a lasting friendship through their struggles with skincare issues. After finding a skincare solution that worked for them, they created...
Jun 08, 2022•28 min
Near-death experiences have a way of making us realize what’s important. But what does it look like to apply the lessons learned from a spiritual awakening like that in business? And what if that business is in a traditional industry like PR? Marisa Vallbona is Founder and President of CIM Inc PR , an award-winning public relations firm that helps top brands and startups earn maximum exposure and bottom-line results. She is also the creator of the video course How to Look Good on Zoom and 10X Yo...
Jun 01, 2022•29 min
What do you want your life to have stood for when it's said and done? Dr. Ellen Albertson is a psychologist, registered dietician, board-certified health and wellness coach, Mindful self-compassion teacher, and the author of the Amazon bestseller, ROCK YOUR MIDLIFE: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter . Known as The Midlife Whisperer™, Dr. Ellen has been quoted in Psychology Today , Eating Well , and USA Today . On this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Dr. ...
May 25, 2022•30 min
Many women walk around with a voice of constant critique inside simply because they're women. But what happens we you begin the untangling of that voice from who you really are? Anna Lovind left a career as an editor at a major publishing house and moved to Sweden, where she built a business that supports women's pursuit of a meaningful and sustainable creative life. Now, she coaches creatives worldwide, from dreaming to doing through her courses and workshops. Her book, The Creative Doer, is a ...
May 18, 2022•28 min
Contrary to popular belief, creativity is not something you’re born with, nor is it exclusive to artists. Creativity is a set of habits that anyone can learn and implement in business to innovate and grow as an entrepreneur. Maria Brito is a contemporary art advisor, author and curator based in New York City. She was named as one of the 20 Power Players in the Art World by Complex magazine and described as a ‘visionary who gets to shape the art world’ by ARTnews . Maria is also the author of the...
May 11, 2022•29 min
Jodi Dee, M.Ed. always loved the magic and enchantment of children's stories and escaping into a different world. But as her own kids were growing up, Jodi noticed a gap in children’s literature: There were very few books about developing a higher consciousness. And she set out to write a new kind of story for kids. Stories to teach children that they have the power to manifest whatever they desire. Jodi is a mother of three and award-winning author. Her books and online resources promote growth...
May 04, 2022•30 min
After narrowly escaping death when her plane crashed into a mountain, they told Joy Cooper she would never walk again. But she proved that she would do more than that, she would dance again. Joy Cooper was the sole survivor of a plane crash in Alaska that killed three others, including her best friend. Circling the drain herself, she somehow held on until the rescuers came. But that was just the beginning of her journey. Joy Cooper now has the privilege of sharing her experience of surviving tha...
Apr 27, 2022•29 min
Many women are not financially savvy. They might be able to make money but can be unsure of how to manage it. 98% of women will outlive their spouses, so eventually, most women will be handling their finances whether they like it or not. Karolyn Wotring is an influencer and a leader of women. She’s spent the last 3 decades as a financial planner working with the top executives of Fortune 500 companies and has helped thousands of women transition to become financially savvy. Karolyn is also a mot...
Apr 20, 2022•29 min
Have you struggled to step into your power? Are you searching for tips on utilizing your skills to improve your business? Elizabeth Purvis is a master business coach and metaphysical teacher. She has worked with thousands of women around the world and is the creator of 7 Figure Goddess and Feminine Magic , where she leads coaches, mentors, healers, and spiritual teachers to embody their highest level and raise their revenue without sales calls. On this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Elizabeth ...
Apr 13, 2022•28 min
After leaving her post as an Assistant Professor at UCLA, Dr. Karen Kan found herself in a deep state of burnout. She developed Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome while also becoming sensitive to food, loud sounds, electromagnetic radiation, toxins, and negative emotions. She became an “energy sponge” while developing autoimmunity and low thyroid. Eventually, Dr. Karen reconnected with her spirituality and her whole world changed. On this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Dr. Karen joins A...
Apr 06, 2022•28 min
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith built a beautiful life. She had the family, the house, the car, everything she ever wanted. But she still felt drained every single day. She knew she was burnt out. As a medical professional, she turned her attention to her sleep. After perfecting her sleep schedule, she found that although she was sleeping, she wasn’t truly resting. Dr. Saundra is a board-certified internal medicine physician, work-life integration researcher, speaker, and bestselling author. She is the...
Mar 30, 2022•29 min
Divorce is an emotional process. A process that requires you to make important decisions that will impact the rest of your life. And even if you’re savvy with money, it’s easy to make mistakes that adversely affect your financial security. So, where can you go for support with financial planning in the divorce process? Jennifer Merida is a Financial Advisor and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) with The Tranel Financial Group . She has 20 years of experience in financial services, servi...
Mar 23, 2022•28 min
We often seek life's answers outside of ourselves. But the truth is, we’ll never find them there. To truly understand our lives, we must look within. We must embrace fear and conflict. Contrary to popular belief, conflict isn’t a bad thing. In fact, it’s natural in life. Eliana Gilad is a healing voice mentor, author, and two-time TEDx presenter. She has trained over 10,000 healing professionals through the Voices of Eden and Emerge Triumphant - Thrive through Uncertainty programs and she helps ...
Mar 16, 2022•28 min
When Jacci Perry-Ryan's father fell and broke a hip, she did what most adult children do. She hired a home healthcare agency, trusting that their caregivers had been thoroughly vetted. After all, they were taking care of vulnerable elder people. But nothing could have been further from the truth. In fact, an unscrupulous caregiver manipulated her father out of thousands of dollars. And this is a common occurrence. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, more than $37 billion dolla...
Mar 09, 2022•28 min
What if I’m not meant to be an entrepreneur? What if my ideas aren’t good enough? What if my business isn’t what investors want? Many women find themselves asking these questions as they’re growing their businesses. So, how can they become more confident in themselves and unlock what they’re truly capable of? Priscilla Schelp never saw herself as an entrepreneur, but somehow, she made it. She is the CEO and Founder of the startup networkx, an AI-based platform that prequalifies and matches chang...
Mar 02, 2022•28 min
Most of us are not aware of our own negative belief systems, but they greatly affect our everyday lives. When we are young, we tend to process events, thoughts, and feelings incorrectly. That processing results in negative beliefs that we bring into our adulthood, where we then have to undo everything we thought we knew. Holistic mindset coach and psychotherapist Carrie Leaf is working to provide her clients with the proper tools to become unstuck in their lives. Her secret? They have all the sk...
Feb 23, 2022•28 min
Male-dominated spaces often force non-promotable tasks onto women, where they’re asked to do things that won’t further their careers. Because of this, women are often conditioned to push past the point of being comfortable. As high-achieving women, we have to ask ourselves, “What is the price I’m willing to pay to keep seeking external validation?” Teresa Vozza is an Executive Coach and Leadership Authority for ambitious women professionals working in high-pressure organizations. With over 20 ye...
Feb 16, 2022•28 min
The day Donna Tashjian was let go from her job at a nonprofit was the best worst day of her life. Yes, she felt unwanted and uncertain. But it also gave her the opportunity to unearth her gifts and decide what she really wanted to do with her life. So, how do you turn your baggage into luggage? How do you find the good in a bad situation and leverage the experience to get where you really want to go? Donna is the Founder of Vibrant Living International , a nonprofit organization that empowers wo...
Feb 09, 2022•28 min
