Adventures In Business

What if you stopped downplaying your wins — and started celebrating them instead? In this episode of Adventures in Business, Amani and Mandi chat with creative powerhouse Danielle Sweeney, founder of Keynote Direct, about why confidence and candor are key ingredients to success. From jewelry design to keynote stages, Danielle shares her winding career path, her favorite Aussie phrase ("Fig Jam"), and how she's helping speakers land more gigs by connecting directly with clients.

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Chef Emily Brubaker never planned on a life in the spotlight. From her early years in fine dining to her recent win on "Yes, Chef!" with Martha Stewart and José Andrés, Emily has learned that success comes from conviction, courage, and community. In this conversation, she shares lessons on leadership, resilience, and what it means to grow through change while building a life rooted in creativity, family, and heart.

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Four years after launching Sales Tales, Mandi joins Amani to reflect on the surprising longevity of her book's success. From unexpected highlights to lessons learned, this conversation offers encouragement for anyone looking to launch a lasting creative project.

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How do you transform a full-contact sport into a full-time business? In this episode of Adventures in Business, Nili "The Ringer" Goldfarb shares how a passion for roller derby sparked a journey through entrepreneurship, community-building, and reinvention. From her start as a Derby Doll to launching a two-acre outdoor rink in San Diego, Nili opens up about resilience, mindset shifts, and finding purpose in unexpected pivots.

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Amani and Mandi unpack their experience at IMEX America 2025. They cover what worked, what surprised them, and how intention and energy shaped everything from floor walks to follow-ups. From wellness booths to breakout sessions and everything in between, this minisode captures the momentum and meaning behind the industry's biggest event.

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In this episode of Adventures in Business, we sit down with hospitality trailblazer Karen Stephens, CMO of Revinate, to talk about what today's travelers actually want. From the new frontier of AI in hospitality to building long-term customer relationships through data and storytelling, Karen shares fresh insight on how to market smarter while keeping the human element at the core.

Whether you're in events, travel, marketing, or leadership, this episode is packed with sharp takeaways and memorable moments. Tune in to hear how Karen went from front desk agent to CMO, and how her love of connection continues to shape her work.

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As the final quarter of the year kicks off, Amani and Mandi are taking stock of their goals, their energy, and their plans to end the year strong while setting up for a successful start to 2026.

In this mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani share how they navigate one of the busiest times of the year. From taking advantage of year-end opportunities, to finding balance during the holidays and celebrating wins both big and small, you'll get plenty of practical tips in this quick episode.

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What makes a leader truly magnetic? According to Jess Goldberg, Emmy Award-winning journalist turned leadership communication expert, it's not something you're born with. It's something you can build.

In her conversation on this episode of Adventures in Business with Amani and Mandi, Jess shares her insights on how anyone can develop the presence, influence, and authenticity that make people want to follow their lead.

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When it comes to leadership, few skills matter more than decision-making. In this mini-episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani chat about what it really takes to make confident choices in business and life, from trusting your gut to avoiding analysis paralysis.

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When it comes to creating a brand that draws people in, it's not just about great marketing or clever messaging; it's about authenticity, alignment, and storytelling. That's what this week's guest on Adventures in Business, Christy Renee Stehle, is all about.

Tune in to hear Christy, a storyteller, speaker, and branding expert, explain what makes a brand (and a person) magnetic, why reinvention is essential, and how living your message changes everything.

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