We take a look back at Kalika’s episode with Dr. Maria Nemeth, whose book, The Energy of Money, kickstarted Kalika’s entrepreneurial journey. Discovering this book is, as Kalika describes, the “inflection point” that led to her accomplishing her dreams. Tune in as Kalika goes over the 8 life lessons that Dr. Nemeth shares in her book. Links The Energy of Money: https://acecoachtraining.com/energy-of-money-book/
Margalit Grunberger was the founder of Gotcha Covered, an “odd-sized pillowcase company.” After selling it in 2017, she decided to share her knowledge and experience running a successful business with others. She became an ICF Certified Professional coach and created “The Margalit Method.” Listen in as she shares her story of building and selling her company, the superpower of empathy, and what she calls “The Margalit Method.” Tune in! Timestamped show notes 01:35 - About Gotcha Covered 04:46 - ...
Alia Henson joins the podcast today as she talks about starting a new company during the pandemic and learning the ups and downs that come with such a task. As a former broadcast journalist, Alia has always approached the digital and social media realm “with a reporter’s eye,” as she puts it. Listen in as she talks about her new venture, The Gatekeeper Course, and how its goal is to help other journalists get their stories on the news. Alia talks about the struggles of working in journalism duri...
Helen Lambert is the CEO of Lambert+Associates, a consultancy business based in France whose focus is on high-end products and retail. Listen in as Helen shares the story of how her business began 17 years ago and how her passion for fashion, beauty, and home design fueled her entrepreneurial drive. Helen talks about how the pandemic has impacted her business and how she’s adapted the importance of intuition in business. Timestamped show notes 01:25 - Starting her business 02:57 - Journey of ret...
Nir Zavaro joins the podcast today! Nir is an Israeli entrepreneur, author, speaker, and founder of the marketing agency, Streetwise. Listen in as Nir shares his vast knowledge of marketing and how you can apply it to your own entrepreneurial ventures. Nir talks about starting from the bottom, from owning a bar to couch surfing with friends. Timestamped show notes 01:07 - Getting started with EO 02:45 - Storytelling as an entrepreneur 09:45 - Sharing struggles 14:38 - Education 20:23 - Nir’s fir...
Meet Lou Elliot Cysewski, former Army nurse and veteran-turned entrepreneur. Lou is the founder and CEO of Coolperx, “the world’s first and only Social Purpose corporate gifting agency.” Coolperx strives to build lasting relationships with its clients through sustainable and socially responsible merchandise. Listen in as Lou shares her experience switching from being an Army nurse into the world of entrepreneurship. Timestamped show notes 01:18 - Beginning of her journey 03:12 - First day as an ...
Meet Evan Horowitz, CEO and co-founder of Movers+Shakers, a creative agency whose mission is to “spread joy by connecting brands to culture.” Listen in as Evan shares his success stories with TikTok, how to grow on the platform, trends to look out for, and how to connect your brand to the ever-changing cultural landscape. Evan’s agency is responsible for Elf’s Eyes, Lips, Face TikTok ad campaign that generated over a billion views on the platform. Timestamped show notes 02:08 - Evan’s Journey 04...
Meet Amanda Ma, CEO, and founder of Innovate Marketing Group, an award-winning experience agency that helps brands connect with their customers. Listen in as Amanda shares how her upbringing shaped her into the powerhouse entrepreneur she is today. Innovate Marketing Group has managed events for the likes of Toyota, Marriott, and even Disney! Tune in and discover how to bring your brand closer to your customers. Timestamped show notes 01:38 - Not just an events company! 02:31 - Adapting to the m...
We’re joined this week by Ashley Southard, CEO and Co-Founder of Mushroom Design, a nutraceutical mushroom brand whose mission is to inspire a better quality of life for people. Ashley is also the Co-Founder of Healer Collective, a marketing and fundraising platform for the wellness industry. Listen in as Ashley talks about her journey as an entrepreneur, from managing several other companies at 29 years old to innovating in the nutraceutical space with Mushroom Design. Timestamped show notes 01...
We’re joined by Dave Kerpen, current president of EO New York Chapter. Dave is a serial entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author. He’s also the current CEO of Apprentice, an organization whose mission is to connect entrepreneurs and talented college students and ultimately create one million mentorship matches. Listen in as Dave talks about the lessons he’s learned at EO, how to build a successful business, and the importance of delegating. Timestamped show notes 01:50 - Dealing with ...
Arian Simone is the co-founder and general partner of Fearless Fund, an organization dedicated to investing in businesses led by women of color and whose mission is to “bridge the gap in venture capital funding” for women of color. Listen in as she shares her own experiences as a woman of color founder. She has over 17 years of experience in entrepreneurship as a PR and marketing specialist, growing companies that are valued at over a billion dollars. Tune in! Timestamped show notes 02:29 - The ...
This week, Kalika looks back at her podcast with Lizanne Falsetto. Lizanne is the founder of ThinkThin, a brand that specializes in nutritional bars and snacks. During her long trips abroad as a model, Lizanne found herself cooking. She would cook old family recipes like brownies and cookies and share them with people on her trips. On one such occasion, Madonna happened to try one of her creations. Lizanne thought of her bars as something she just made in the kitchen, not realizing that Madonna ...
“Never split the difference,” Chris Voss says. In this recap, Kalika shares four tips from Chris about the art of negotiation. After spending 24 years at the FBI as their lead negotiator in hostage situations, Chris Voss detailed his experiences and knowledge in his book, Never Split the Difference, Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It. Listen in and discover how compromise can lead to catastrophe. Link Chris’s Book: https://amz.run/4Z2y
Kalika sits down with one of the most influential figures in her life, Dr. Maria Nemeth. Dr. Nemeth is a psychologist, a master-certified coach, and the founder and director of the Academy for Coaching Excellence. Listen in as Dr. Nemeth shares her story, from loaning someone $35,000 to never seeing it again to her journey to becoming an entrepreneur. She shares all the hard lessons she’s learned and wants people to know that she’s been there--she’s experienced hardship and mistakes just like an...
Odette D'Aniello is the owner of Celebrity Gourmet Ventures, a brand that focuses on weddings, specialty cakes, and cake experiences. Odette worked at her family’s bakery when she was just 10 years old; baking is practically in her blood. She shares her experience moving to the U.S. to go to school, paying for her own education, all while working at her family’s bakery to work on her craft. Odette’s story is one of grit, determination, and hard work. She shares what it's like to run a business w...
Kristin O’Keeffe Merrick is the co-founder of Women Work F#%k*ng Hard, an annual networking event meant to highlight female entrepreneurs and their hard work. Currently working as a financial adviser at O’Keeffe Financial Partners, Kristin has quite a background in entrepreneurship and finance. Listen in as she breaks down stereotypes and assumptions about women in business and finance and how you can apply these lessons in your own ventures. Timestamped show notes 01:49 - Kristin is featured in...
This week, Kalika sits down with Denise Pines, a serial entrepreneur, a documentary filmmaker, and a champion for women’s health. While working as a fashion designer in Los Angeles, Denise’s interest shifted to social justice and advocacy, wanting to create a voice for African-American and Latinos. In this stage of her life, she has shifted to empowering women and women’s rights. Listen in as Denise shares her life experiences, her struggles, and her advice for women and wellness. Timestamped sh...
Kalika recaps her interview with Hint Water founder, Kara Goldin. Listen in as she shares the highlights of her conversation with Kara, whose goal is to create nutritional products that help people live healthier lives. In this episode, learn the 7 lessons Kara has learned in her 15-year journey as a startup founder. Tune in! Links Hint: https://www.drinkhint.com/ Undaunted: https://karagoldin.com/undaunted
Meet Daria Tsvenger, speaker, advisor, angel investor, and founder of the Dream Sprint, a personal growth challenge aimed to motivate and inspire people to fulfill their goals. Listen in as Daria shares her incredible journey as the founder of one of the largest wellness communities for women in San Francisco. Timestamped show notes 03:07 - Serendipities 04:41 - Marriage is the second most stressful event after losing a family member 05:31 - Use our willpower and dedication 07:08 - Daria shares ...
In this recap, Kalika looks back at the three-part podcast series with Dr. Lee Hausner, an internationally recognized clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hausner specializes in helping entrepreneur parents raise their children to the best of their ability. Listen in as Kalika shares her thoughts on Dr. Hausner’s strategies and insights, such as the difference between a good parent and a responsible one. Tune in! Links Dr. Lee Hausner: https://lkdin.io/3IBy Children of Par...
“You have a gift with people and words,” Chris’s uncle told him. “Develop that gift. That’s your gift.” Listen in as Chris shares how these words of encouragement served as a pivotal moment in his life. Tune in and learn how to utilize podcasts to reach a wider audience, grow your business, and grow your brand. Timestamped show notes 02:45 - The podcast: an internet revolution 05:12 - Chris’s first podcast 06:35 - Two pivotal moments in Chris’s life 09:34 - Born, or made? 11:40 -How did Chris le...
At 20 years old, Hal Elrod was struck by a drunk driver going 70MPH. He was dead for 6 minutes. With 11 broken bones and permanent brain damage, he was told he’d never walk again. Then at 37 years old, he was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of leukemia. He was told he had weeks to live. In both instances, Hal emerged triumphantly and defied the odds. His strong sense of motivation and visualization helped him overcome the impossible. Listen in as Kalika shares her thoughts on Hal’s incred...
What do you do when life throws you a curveball? How do you pick yourself back up and find the strength to push forward? Ask FOX 11 weather anchor Maria Quiban Whitesell. When her husband Sean was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, she was utterly unprepared. It was difficult--Maria had to figure out how to explain the situation to her son, how to deal with the day-to-day, and how to cope with what was going on. In her book, You Can’t Do It Alone , Maria shares her experiences and provides re...
To celebrate Women's Entrepreneurship Day, Kalika shares her learnings from her inspiring talk with Kendra Scott, founder of Kendra Scott LLC.
Kalika shares some of the best takeaways for her recent episode with Brian Shiers, a senior mindfulness teacher for the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. The full episode can be found here .
Even as we wash our hands or measure out six feet from the nearest human, there is a need to work to guard the mind from undue fear, conditioning our awareness, thinking, and action towards resilience, adaptation, and connection. The paramount skill to accomplish this project of mind during the current extraordinary conditions we find ourselves under is Mindfulness. Brian Shiers is a senior mindfulness teacher for the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center and a psychotherapist specializing in m...
Jess Weiner is a cultural expert, educator, consultant, and CEO of Talk to Jess. She is a "secret weapon" for brands, helping them contextualize and humanize cultural trends in campaigns—which ultimately boosts loyalty from employees and consumers. Weiner has in-depth experience working with top brands including Disney, Netflix, Google, and Amazon. Two of her most notable campaigns are Dove's Campaign for Real Beauty and Mattel's launch of more inclusive Barbie dolls. She is also an adjunct prof...
Meet Dandapani, a Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk who is revolutionizing the business world with his practical and simple systematic approach to balancing work/life challenges. Dandapani is an expert on various topics surrounding self-development and provides simple, practical tools that are easily applicable in every aspect of daily life. This conversation will focus on life's purpose and managing energy. Timestamped show notes 01:51 - How Dandapani became a monk and an entrepreneur...
In this week’s podcast, we sit down with Sameer Bhatia, CEO of ProProfs, a software company focused on the idea of building and sharing knowledge. Sameer shares his insights on the importance of search engine optimization, digital marketing, and his goal on creating a “hundred year company.” With ProProfs products being used in many Fortune 500 companies such as Sony and Dell, Sameer understands the importance of digital marketing and a delightful customer experience. Listen in! Timestamped show...
Tune in this week as we sit down with Kara Goldin, CEO of Hint, the iconic San Francisco based, healthy lifestyle company. Kara started Hint when she was pregnant with her fourth child with a budget of only $50,000. Listen in as she shares her incredible journey to becoming the largest flavored water company in the U.S. that isn’t related to the industry giants like Coke or Pepsi. Kara talks about raising kids in an entrepreneurial environment, shares some wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs, and ...
