What if the only thing standing between you and the success you crave… is you? In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Wright, ACC-certified Life & Career Development Coach for Leaders, to talk about saboteurs—those sneaky, fear-based thought patterns that hold entrepreneurs back from showing up confidently in their businesses.

Jessica breaks down how to identify your inner saboteurs, the power of mental fitness, and how to move from burnout to bold action. You’ll walk away with tools to stop second-guessing yourself and finally move forward with purpose and clarity.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ What saboteurs are and how they sabotage our visibility, productivity, and confidence

✅ Simple ways to strengthen your mental fitness using brain-based techniques

✅ How to spot and shift sabotaging thoughts in real time

Brew yourself something strong—this is the kind of convo your future self will thank you for.

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Leadership isn’t about what’s on your business card—it’s about what you do every day.

In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, Anna and Selena are joined by Camden McGregor, leadership coach and VP of Operations at Tribe and Purpose. Camden believes that anyone can lead—no title required. But it takes commitment, action, and a passion for developing others.

Drawing from his experience coaching high-level rugby teams and mentoring entrepreneurs, Camden shares a powerful perspective on how leadership is built through growth, not authority. Whether you’re leading a team or leading yourself, this episode will show you how to take real, meaningful steps toward becoming the kind of leader people want to follow.

☕ You’ll learn:

• Why leadership is a learned skill—not something you’re born with
• How planning isn’t enough (and what to do instead)
• The most powerful way to grow leaders inside your team

🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/PcbXCzPCPts?si=Rtv07rRN07l-WXqZ

📝 Blog Show Notes: ⁠https://annaandselena.com/leadership-isnt-a-titleits-the-action-you-take-with-camden-mcgregor/

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Do you ever feel like you’re faking it—even when you're killing it? On this episode of the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat, we sit down with engineer-turned-CEO Sheila Buswell, who shares her personal journey with Imposter Syndrome and how it intersects with the rapid rise of AI. From surviving war zones to launching a biomedical company, Sheila’s story is nothing short of extraordinary—and she’s on a mission to help others stop second-guessing their worth.

🎧 In this episode, you'll discover:

• What Imposter Syndrome really looks like for high achievers
• How AI is reshaping our understanding of value, skills, and belonging
• Why mindset—not just tech—may be your biggest asset in the AI revolution

💡 Whether you’re a founder, solopreneur, or side-hustler, this is the mindset reboot you didn’t know you needed.

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👉 Toolkit: Business Clarity Snapshot

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Power skills aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re essential for leadership, team building, and creating meaningful change.

In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, we’re joined by Rachelle Chapman, Executive Director of The Adecco Group US Foundation, to explore the power behind what many call “soft skills.” With over two decades of experience in workforce strategy and advocacy, Rachelle unpacks how trust, service, and empathy shape strong leaders and connected communities.

🎯 Inside the episode:

– What power skills actually are and how to identify yours

– Real-world strategies for leading through service

– Lessons from her work with Dress for Success and military families

📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to catch more episodes on growing your leadership from the inside out.

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👉 Blog Show Notes: ⁠https://annaandselena.com/leveraging-your-power-skills-with-rachelle-chapman/

👉 Toolkit: Rachelle recommends the book "The Ambition Trap" by Amina AITai

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Is your team culture fueling your growth—or quietly holding you back?

In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, we’re sitting down with operations and community strategist Carrie Kass, who shares how cultural alignment and intentional community engagement can directly impact your business performance.

From hiring smarter to thinking more strategically about operations, Carrie brings clarity to the behind-the-scenes pieces of business growth that too many leaders ignore.

In just 15ish minutes, you’ll learn:

• How to build a team that’s fully aligned with your values
• The link between culture, community, and sustainable growth
• The #1 thing most business owners miss when it comes to operations

If you're growing a business and want it to feel as good on the inside as it looks on the outside, this conversation is your playbook.

🎥 Watch the episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/live/81HJ5KNV_Wg?si=ltCyipJ3BJFi4Rft

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Cybersecurity for small business owners | Online safety tips for entrepreneurs | Simple cybersecurity steps

Small businesses are prime targets for cyberattacks—but most owners don’t realize it until it’s too late. In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, cybersecurity expert and U.S. Army Veteran Michelle Robleto breaks it down for business owners who don’t have time for tech talk.

Michelle is the Founder of Security Raptors, where she helps entrepreneurs and small teams stay protected in a digital world. With 16+ years of experience working with Fortune 500s and agencies like NASA, she now focuses on demystifying cybersecurity for the rest of us.

In this episode:

• Why small businesses are especially vulnerable to cyber threats
• Common mistakes owners make with digital security
• Easy, non-techy tips to protect your business today

📌 Whether you’re a solopreneur, freelancer, or managing a growing team—these tips are essential.

🎧 Learn more at https://www.securityraptors.com⁠

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Feeling stuck in a career that no longer fits or constantly overwhelmed balancing work and parenting? In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, we sit down with certified parent coach Tammy Afriat, who helps working parents build emotionally balanced homes and shift into purpose-driven careers.

Tammy shares her journey from engineering into coaching, and how that bold move helped her better align with her values and support other parents in transition. We also dive into common struggles working parents face when it comes to boundaries—and what practical steps they can take to regain control of their time and energy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to recognize when it’s time for a career shift
• What healthy boundaries look like for working parents
• How emotional clarity at home supports your professional life

Listen in for insights that can help you lead with purpose—both at work and at home.

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Toolkit: Love & Limits Cheatsheet:

3 Boundaries That Build Harmony at Home and Work

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https://bondingboost.com/

www.instagram.com/tammyafriat/

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How Small Teams Can Build Big Influence and Cut Through the Noise

Small teams don’t need big budgets to be influential—they need strategy. In this episode, Paige Velasquez Budde, CEO of Zilker Media and author of The Strategic Business Influencer, shares how to build lasting visibility and trust in a crowded market.

We talk about what it really means to scale influence as a small business leader, the missteps to avoid, and where to focus when your time and resources are limited.

You’ll learn:

• What “strategic business influence” actually looks like
• How to get noticed without chasing every new trend
• Why trust is more powerful than reach when building a brand

This episode is for leaders who want real traction—not just attention.

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/qX4F28B-p18?si=eHqFREPDA9II4toX

Blog Show Notes: ⁠https://annaandselena.com/how-small-teams-can-build-big-influence-and-cut-through-the-noise/

Toolkit: The Strategic Business Influencer https://www.amazon.com/Strategic-Business-Influencer-Building-Budget/dp/1637747705

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Many small business owners reach a point where working harder no longer leads to better results. The next step often isn’t a new tool or tactic—it’s a shift in how you think and lead.

In this episode of the 15ish Minute Coffee Chat, we’re joined by Moniek James and Ryan Hunt, business advisors with deep experience in both entrepreneurship and corporate leadership. They share five key mindset and leadership shifts that help business owners lead more effectively and make better decisions.

You’ll learn:

• How understanding your business better than anyone else supports smarter marketing and stronger operations
• Why perfectionism creates bottlenecks—and how to deliver consistently instead
• How internal dynamics and unspoken “corporate politics” can impact your business culture and team performance
• What innovation really looks like in small business environments
• How to define a personal leadership model that fits your business and growth stage

This conversation is designed for entrepreneurs who want to create lasting results through better decision-making, stronger communication, and more focused leadership.

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/dDaNPgtOhAw?si=a0ac4mKlNLH76Lt6

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Not every small business needs a full-time CMO—but every business needs a solid marketing strategy. In this episode, Anna + Selena break down what a Fractional CMO is and why this role can be a game-changer for growing businesses.

They’ll chat about how Fractional CMOs help bridge the marketing strategy gap, bring high-level expertise without the full-time cost, and offer flexible, scalable support for companies that need more than just execution.

✨ What you’ll walk away with:

• A clear understanding of what a Fractional CMO does
• How hiring one can boost your marketing results
• Ways to know if your business is ready for one

☕ Whether you're scaling up, launching something new, or just ready to get out of the marketing weeds—this quick chat is for you. Tune in!

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/tHMxqZ1I6Gk?si=Fxwy-GYW4AvS4qh7

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