In this empowering solo episode, Sierra flips the script on comparison culture and challenges you to measure growth by the most honest metric there is: your past self. From reconnecting with an old mastermind acquaintance to reflecting on her early business offers, Sierra opens up about the evolution that happens when we stop chasing someone else’s timeline and start tracking our own transformation.

You’ll learn how to create personal growth markers, build a “me vs. me” mindset, and recognize progress in areas like confidence, clarity, and emotional resilience. Whether you're just starting out or years into your leadership journey, this episode will help you stop scrolling and start celebrating the growth that actually matters.

Mother’s Day brings up a range of emotions—joy, grief, gratitude, longing—and it’s not just about being a mom. In this episode, Sierra is joined by her Director of Details, Ericka, for an open conversation about the many layers of motherhood and the women who shape us.

We talk about how motherhood can be defined in many ways: biologically, emotionally, spiritually, or through the act of nurturing others. Whether you’re a mother, were raised by one, lost one, or simply carry the impact of nurturing relationships in your life—this episode is for you.

You’ll hear Ericka’s perspective as a mother, lessons from the women who raised us, and honest reflections about navigating the complicated emotions that holidays like Mother’s Day can bring. We also share thoughtful questions and challenges to help you reflect on the influence of caregivers and consider what stories you want to carry forward.

This is a heartfelt episode for anyone—male or female—who wants to better understand, appreciate, and reflect on the legacy of care that shapes who we become.

In this heartwarming episode of Branching Out with Sierra, I sit down with the legendary Barry Lee—radio personality, community connector, and the voice behind Breakfast with Barry Lee. With over four decades on the airwaves, Barry has made it his mission to start each day with a laugh and a kind word, offering listeners daily doses of light, levity, and love.

We talk about the power of small moments, the ripple effect of kindness, and how spreading joy can become a lifelong habit. Barry shares his recipe for a life filled with positivity, humor, and community spirit.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or meeting Barry for the first time, this episode will leave you smiling—and maybe even inspired to start your own kindness chain.

What happens when someone without Lyme decides to become one of its loudest advocates?

In this powerful episode, Sierra sits down with Fred Diamond—sales leader, podcast host, and author of Love, Hope, Lyme—to talk about what he’s learned from interviewing countless individuals impacted by chronic Lyme disease. Together, they explore what it means to lead, support, and speak up when the world doesn’t understand what you’re going through.

Fred opens up about what drew him into this work, the blind spots he encountered, and the communication strategies that helped him build empathy and momentum in a space filled with confusion and stigma. From sales lessons to leadership insights, this conversation offers a message of hope, advocacy, and the importance of becoming a voice for the misunderstood.

Whether you’re living with Lyme, love someone who is, or want to learn how to lead with more compassion—this episode will challenge and inspire you to turn pain into purpose.

Learn more about Fred’s books and podcast at:  https://freddiamond.com/

We often chase new knowledge when real growth lies in returning to the wisdom we’ve already heard—but are now finally ready to act on. In this episode, Sierra unpacks how revisiting familiar content through a new lens can unlock fresh insight and renewed motivation. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this episode will challenge you to stop skipping the “already known” and start seeing it differently.

In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, titled "The Discipline of Leadership: Lessons from Fitness & Business," Jess Gordon returns to share how discipline has been the cornerstone of her leadership journey. From leading at The Winchester Group (TWG), an insurance agency, to running her own business, Jess opens up about the challenges and rewards of staying disciplined when motivation wanes.

We explore how the intentional routines Jess developed in her fitness journey have influenced her approach to entrepreneurship and leadership. She shares how small, consistent actions and daily habits lead to big results, both in the gym and in business.

If you’re looking for practical insights on how discipline fuels long-term success and how to stay focused when the excitement wears off, this conversation is a must-listen. Jess’s story proves that discipline isn’t just a trait—it’s a strategy for sustainable growth.

In this powerful episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we sit down with Kelly Bober, Executive Director of the ChildSafe Center-CAC, to explore the critical intersection of leadership and service in the field of child advocacy. With over 26 years of experience and more than 3,000 forensic interviews conducted, Kelly brings unmatched insight into the real impact of abuse on children and the importance of early, trauma-informed intervention.

We dive into what sets Child Advocacy Centers apart from traditional systems, how collaborative leadership through multidisciplinary teams creates lasting change, and what every leader—regardless of their field—can learn from the CAC model.

Kelly shares her leadership journey, debunks common myths about abuse, and offers practical ways we can all be voices for the vulnerable in our communities.

Whether you're in a leadership role or simply looking to serve with more empathy and purpose, this conversation will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action.

How can you take control of your finances and stop feeling like you’re just getting by? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we sit down with Bev Stitely, EA PFP, EA - Enrolled Agent, PFP - Profit First Professional, tax expert and financial strategist, to dive into the Profit First model—a game-changing approach that ensures you’re paying yourself, managing expenses wisely, and setting your business up for long-term success.

We also play a Fact or Fiction game with surprising tax deductions (did you know kids’ braces might be deductible?) and bust common tax myths that could be costing business owners money.

Whether you’re leading a business or managing your household finances, this episode is packed with insights on financial leadership, cash flow confidence, and practical ways to make your money work for you.

Tune in now and take the first step toward leading your finances with confidence!

Leadership isn’t just about guiding others—it starts with leading yourself. In this episode, we sit down with Michael Savino, a cancer survivor, small business owner, and adventurer who turned a lifelong dream into reality by trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp.Through grueling conditions, altitude sickness, and unexpected setbacks, Michael embraced the "one step at a time" mentality, a lesson that applies just as much to leadership and business as it does to extreme trekking. We explore:

• The mental shifts that helped him keep going
• How self-leadership prepared him for both the Everest journey and running a business
• How you can apply the "one step at a time" principle to your own leadership and personal growth

If you’ve ever faced a challenge that felt too big to conquer, this episode will inspire you to keep moving forward—one step at a time.

What if the key to success isn’t just what you know—but who you know? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we take a deep dive into the power of networking and relationship-building—not just for business owners, but for anyone looking to grow, lead, and create opportunities.

Sierra sat down with her podcast producer, who she introduced to networking years ago when he was running a completely different business. At first, he wasn’t sure how much of a difference it would make. But over time, he realized that his biggest opportunities—and even his most recent venture—came from leveraging relationships, collaborating with the right people, and leaning into his network.