A BOSS with no friends

Take a trip down memory lane as we look at some of the best moments from the A Boss with No Friends podcast!

In this episode, you will be revisiting some of the best advice and biggest revelations about friendships as a female entrepreneur from your host, Abigail Santiago. You will also be re-examining some of the best female friendships you can have in your life and the types of female friendships you should avoid at all costs. 

So tune in now and have a listen to some of the Best snippets from A Boss with No Friends! 

KEY POINTS:

• EP 16: The 5 Kinds of Women We Need As Friends
• EP 17: 5 Signs Your Friend May Be Jealous with You
• EP 9: Dealbreakers in Friendship
• EP 2: 10 Ways to Spot a Fake Friend
• EP 22: How to Show Up as Your Authentic Self with Ludmila Woodruff

QUOTABLES:

“There's certain times you allow these boundaries to get crossed time and time and time again when all you have to do is go to another room. All you had to do was walk away. All you had to do was say goodbye. And those are things that we need to learn how to do.”

“If they're talking about someone else to you, it is only a matter of time before they are talking about you.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - instagram.com/abigailsantiago

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A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com) 

Whether it’s your race or gender, being the minority in any industry can be an isolating and difficult experience, and real estate investor Kristina Aguilera was no stranger to that feeling.

But instead of falling victim to that circumstance, Kristina built a community of strong women within this male-dominated industry that has helped her and her fellow female entrepreneurs elevate and grow over the years. 

Tune in as Kristina shares what it’s been like to work and build female friendships in a male-dominated industry. Abigail and Kristina also chat about boundaries, staying authentic, the power of vulnerability in female friendships, and so much more in this episode! 

KEY POINTS:

• Being a woman in a male-dominated industry. 
• How to stay authentic in your female friendships. 
• The importance of shared values and goals.
• How to uplift and uphold your friendship circle. 
• The power of vulnerability in female friendships. 
• Balancing your feminine and masculine as a female entrepreneur. 
• How to take ownership over your needs. 
• The importance of setting and sticking to your boundaries. 

QUOTABLES:

“If you don't know who you are inside and what you need, how can you expect your friends to know how to show up for you?”

“When you find that one person and it comes with friends and relationships, when people accept you as you are, you can't do anything but grow.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Kristina Aguilera

IG | @kristinaaguilera_ - instagram.com/kristinaaguilera_/

Elevate your purpose, your mission, and yourself at the Innovative Income Summit:  innovativeincomesummit.com 

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique: mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com) 

In this episode, Abigail answers another commonly asked question about female friendships: Is it possible to take a break from your friends without “breaking up”? 

Spoiler Alert - the answer is yes! But how exactly do you communicate that to your friends? How do you know it’s time to take a break? How does stepping away from your friendships make them stronger? Tune in as Abigail dives deep into those questions, and learn how to rekindle your friendships with the people you love today! 

KEY POINTS:

• Why do we need to take breaks from our friends? 
• How taking a break can strengthen your friendships. 
• Signs you need to take a friendship break. 
• Friendship red flags to look out for. 
• How to communicate the break with your friends. 

QUOTABLES:

 “None of us are perfect, so no friendship will ever be perfect.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique: mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com) 

The road to successful entrepreneurship can be an extremely fulfilling one, but can also leave you feeling a little lonely at times…

In this episode, we are joined by Michelle Akers, founder of the Live in Fashion boutique, to share her journey as a solo female entrepreneur with us today. Abigail and Michelle chat about dealing with loneliness as a female entrepreneur, the importance of saying no, how to nurture genuine friendships, and so much more!

Tune in and learn how to elevate yourself and your circle of friends with Abigail and Michelle today. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• Making friends as a businesswoman. 
• The loneliness of entrepreneurship. 
• Getting clear on your Why as a business owner.
• How to pull yourself out of your loneliness. 
• The key to nurturing genuine friendships. 
• The importance of learning how to say no. 
• Live in Fashion’s signature piece. 

QUOTABLES:

 “The world is gonna come for you. And you have to be ready.”

“To be a better woman, to be a better business owner, to be a better friend to you, I have to maybe say no to you from time to time.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Live in Fashion by Michelle Akers

Website: liveinfashion.com

Instagram @liveinfashion - instagram.com/liveinfashion

Facebook: facebook.com/liveinfashioncom

Twitter: twitter.com/liveinfashion

Michelle Akers

Instagram @_michelleakers_ - instagram.com/_michelleakers_

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique: mckenley-rae.com

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Often manipulative, self-absorbed, and attention-seeking, narcissistic friends can potentially have negative effects on your mental well-being if you don’t know how to deal with them properly. That is why in this episode, you will find out how to spot the traits of a narcissistic friend and ways to deal with them with your host, Abigail Santiago. You will also learn how to set boundaries with your narcissistic friend, and when it’s time to simply walk away and move on from that narcissistic friendship. Don’t let your narcissist friend take control over you and your friendship circles - tune in and learn how to speak up for yourself and stand your ground. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• How to spot a narcissist.
• Understanding the root of narcissism. 
• Toxic patterns of a narcissistic friend. 
• Ways to deal with a narcissist. 
• Dealing with pushback and manipulation from a narcissist.
• How to move on from a narcissistic friendship. 

QUOTABLES:

 “Remember, as you feel worse and worse, a narcissist feels better.”

“If you catch them lying, if you catch them manipulating, or blatantly disrespecting other people, there is no reason to think that they will not do the same thing to you.”

“We don't have to belittle ourselves to salvage someone else's ego.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com/

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

Ever had that sneaking suspicion over that one friend who was a little too friendly with your partner? Or is your gut telling you that one of your friends could be a secret admirer of your significant other? If your answer is yes, you’re not the only one. 

In this episode, Abigail receives an anonymous letter from someone having that exact same problem and shares her thoughts and advice with us. From asking too many questions to liking one too many pictures, Abigail will identify the signs that your friend has feelings for your partner and give some advice on how to deal with it. 

Do you also have a question you would like to ask Abigail? Send them over to [email protected]

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• Signs your friend has feelings for your partner. 
• The importance of trusting your gut. 
• How to deal with those signs. 
• Is it time to shed your shady friend? 

QUOTABLES:

“As women, our intuition is everything. Ladies, we were born with that for a reason. It's how we suss out the snakes. It's what we do. It's how we figure out if our kids are sick. But it's also how we figure out in the long run if our friend has the hots for our man.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com/

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

If you’ve ever felt bogged down by the weight of the pressures society has put on you; the pressures of fitting in and showing up for others, then this episode is a must-listen.

We are joined by life and relationship coach Ludmila Woodruff to teach us how to show up as our authentic selves in all of our relationships (including the one with yourself!). Learn to see the value of having friendships with successful women, and how to view them as inspiration and not as threats. Abigail and Ludmila also chat about burnout, setting boundaries, and how to deal with toxic friends. Tune in and uncover the key to becoming a better you today. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• How we’ve been taught to compete and not collaborate. 
• Why you should question everything in your relationships. 
• Breaking society’s mold: The importance of staying true to yourself. 
• Get comfortable having hard conversations. 
• How to set boundaries in friendships. 
• What makes a great friend? 
• How to deal with judgment in your friendships and within yourself. 
• The revelations that come with Motherhood. 
• Navigating anger and hurt in relationships. 

QUOTABLES:

 “The most important relationship is the relationship we have with ourselves.”

“If you can accept a lot of who you are right now with all your mess and with all your successes, this is the space from which you can really grow.”

“We don't want to feel rejected. But we reject ourselves all the time because we're asleep. So we aren't allowed to show who we really are because we are afraid from the programming, we're afraid of what people will think.”

“You will always be a little too much for some people. Those people are not your people.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Follow Ludmila on Instagram @ludmilawoodruff - https://www.instagram.com/ludmilawoodruff/?hl=en

 Like Ludmila’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Ludmila-Woodruff-Life-Relationship-Coaching-354156572047982/

 Connect with Ludmila on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ludmila-woodruff-07166733/

 Visit Ludmila’s website at https://ludmilawoodruff.wixsite.com/mysite

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

Is your circle getting smaller and you’re not sure why? Are you struggling to make new friends and running out of options? If your answer is yes to either of those questions, then this episode is a must-listen. Founder and CEO of Farrah Cosby Consulting joins Abigail in this episode to discuss the many reasons why our friendships dwindle or change as we get older, as well as to share how they have managed to make new, meaningful friendships with like-minded women. Abigail and Farrah also chat about the evolution of their personal friendships over the years, why you should pay for your friends, and how to tell if you are being a good friend. So tune in now and find out how you too can start forging strong, lasting friendships with women that will lift you up! 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• How our friendships evolve from our younger years. 
• Why are female friendships so important? 
• Reasons our friendships change as we get older. 
• How to forge real friendships with like-minded women. 

QUOTABLES:

“The women in your life are supposed to not just lift you up, but they're supposed to hold you accountable for when you might be doing something completely stupid.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Visit Farrah Cosby’s website at https://www.farrahcosby.com/

Follow Farrah Cosby on Instagram @farrahcosby - https://www.instagram.com/farrahcosby/

Have any burning questions? Send them over to [email protected]

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com/

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

In this episode, Abigail makes a guest appearance on the Resilient Heart podcast hosted by Gabi Garland. Tune in as Abigail shares the inspiration and motivation behind starting her own podcast, as well as the many lessons learned from her friendships, both old and new. Abigail and Gabi also open up and get vulnerable about the friendships that have hurt them, and the anxieties that surround making new friends. Stick to the end to uncover some valuable advice on shedding your shady friends and elevating your friendship circle! 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• The inspiration behind A Boss With No Friends.
• Discovering the people who support you the most. 
• The value of online friendships. 
• Learning to let go of unreciprocated friendships. 
• How to elevate your friendship circle. 

QUOTABLES:

“A lot of people don't realize, and I think we don't realize too, that when you break up with a friendship, when a friendship breaks up, it's sometimes harder than a marriage.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Tune in to the Resilient Heart podcast at https://www.gabigarland.com/podcast

Follow Gabi on Instagram @gabigirl34 - https://www.instagram.com/gabigirl34/

Visit her website at https://www.gabigarland.com/

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com/

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com) 

Join your host Abigail Santiago as she kicks off Season 2 with a topic that every woman has had to struggle with at some point in their lives - jealous friends. We all have a circle of female friends to rely on for support, encouragement, and girl power, but what if someone in that very circle is actually jealous of you? In this episode, learn how to deal with jealousy in your female friendships as Abigail shares her five ways to identify a jealous friend and tips on how to salvage your relationship with them! Don’t let anyone dim your light no matter how closely you hold them to your heart. Tune in now to find out how. 

KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

• What makes a strong female friendship? 
• Five signs of a jealous friend. 
• How to salvage a relationship with a jealous friend. 
• When to know it’s time to sever ties. 

QUOTABLES:

“Remember, a friend may be jealous of you if she diminishes your success every single chance she gets. And ladies, let's watch out for those insults that are wrapped in pretty little compliments tied up with a pretty little bow.”

PRODUCTS / RESOURCES:

Check out the video podcast on the Mckenley Rae Boutique YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq5gcAkfNQfpy-CILB0XCcQ

Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailsantiago - https://www.instagram.com/abigailsantiago/

Shop the Mckenley Rae Boutique here: https://mckenley-rae.com

A Boss With No Friends is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at www.instapodcasts.com)