Claim Your Confidence with Lydia Fenet

After entering the culinary world as a professional cook, Ellen Marie Bennett found that the aprons she wore weren’t built to last against the demands of Los Angeles’ best kitchens. So, she set out to create functional, durable, and beautiful aprons that every cook could look and feel their best in. Now, her company Hedley & Bennett has transformed the industry and provides top-notch quality aprons, knives, and linens to professional and at-home cooks alike so they feel prepared to take charge in their kitchens. And in her book Dream First Details Later, Ellen shares her insights on launching into action instead of being limited by your doubts. In this episode, we discuss Ellen’s culinary background, the story behind Hedley & Bennett, and the importance of starting before you stop yourself. 

Don’t miss this interview where we talk about:

• How traveling the world right after college helped Ellen build a confidence foundation that has supported her throughout her career
• What you can learn from failing and the importance of getting back up again
• How Ellen landed her first job in the culinary industry at a Michelin star restaurant and what you can gain from seizing every opportunity and showing up
• Hedley & Bennett’s growth as a company and making the jump from business-to-business to direct-to-consumer
• The myth of overnight success and how playing the long game is the key to achieving your goals

Find Ellen Marie Bennett:

www.hedleyandbennett.com

IG: @ellenmariebennett

LinkedIn: ellen bennett

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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When it comes to interviews, are you a charmer, challenger, examiner, or harmonizer? Well, Anna Papalia can help you find out. The founder and CEO of Interviewology, an author, keynote speaker, and career influencer with over 1.9 million followers across social media platforms, Anna created a game-changing interview personality assessment while teaching at Temple University’s Fox School of Business to help her students excel in interviews. She incorporated her research into her consulting firm Interviewology, where she has helped over 10,000 clients from job seekers to hiring managers learn how to interview better. In this episode, we talk about the story behind Interviewology, the different interview personality types, and Anna’s tips for nailing any interview. 

Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

• Anna’s corporate career and what inspired her to begin teaching people about interviewing
• Trusting your intuition and how sometimes the only way to achieve your goals is to just take the leap
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• How Anna researched and developed her interview personality assessment and how it led to her book Interviewology: The New Science of Interviewing
• Building a social media following from the ground up through consistency and practice 
• The importance of self awareness and how to better understand your strengths and weaknesses in an interview setting

Find Anna Papalia:

www.theinterviewology.com

IG: @annapapalia

Tiktok: @anna..papalia

YouTube: @AnnaPapalia

Facebook & LinkedIn: Anna Papalia

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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Beatrice Dixon is the co-founder and CEO of The Honey Pot Company, a revolutionary feminine care brand powered by herbs. Founded in 2014 out of Beatrice’s kitchen, Honey Pot has since grown into an all-encompassing vaginal wellness line now carried by retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon that includes clinically-tested and all-natural washes, menstrual products, and supplements. In this interview, we discuss the dream that started it all, building and scaling a business from the ground up, and how Honey Pot has continually reinvented the wheel.

Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about:

• Beatrice’s experience struggling with bacterial vaginosis and the incredible dream that inspired her to create the plant-based remedy that became the basis of Honey Pot
• The early years of the company and how Beatrice first marketed her products at beauty and hair shows
• The ins-and-outs of fundraising, scaling your business, and navigating the responsibilities that come with being a founder
• Finding the white space in a market and how Honey Pot has innovated to create a one-of-a-kind comprehensive vaginal care brand
• Reaching a flow state of confidence and how to identify the opportunities that are at your fingertips

Find Beatrice Dixon:

www.thehoneypot.co

IG & Twitter: @iambeadixon

LinkedIn: Beatrice Dixon

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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If you’re a fan of the Food Network, then you’ve probably seen world renowned chef Marc Murphy in action. A recurring judge on Chopped, author of Season with Authority: Confident Home Cooking, host of the Food 360 podcast, restauranter, and of course chef, Marc is a powerhouse in the industry with his signature style of accessible contemporary cuisine. And, beyond the restaurant and media spheres, Marc is also the chef advisor at the Culinary Diplomacy Project and sits on the leadership council for Share our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign. In this episode, we talk about the stories behind Marc’s incredible career, his experience having dyslexia, and the importance of becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable. 

Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

• Marc’s childhood growing up across Europe and the United States and how he first began cooking
• His career as a commercial chef from working at Michelin-star restaurants in France to serving as executive chef for Cellar in the Sky at Windows on the World 
• Opening is first restaurant Landmarc in Tribeca, and the inspiration behind it
• How he got involved with the Food Network and his role as one of the first judges on the hit show Chopped
• Marc’s newest restaurant project, Marc 179, what comes next in his career, and how seeking discomfort can help you live your life to the fullest

Find Marc Murphy:

www.chefmarcmurphy.com

IG & Twitter: @chefmarcmurphy

Facebook: Chef Marc Murphy

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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There is no greater topic in this world than mental health, and if you are looking for resources then there’s no better place to start than Wondermind – the world’s first mental fitness ecosystem dedicated to providing support and changing the narrative on how mental health is portrayed. And the woman behind this first of its kind content hub is co-founder and CEO Mandy Teefey, a mental health advocate, digital media and entertainment producer known for her role in creating the hit Netflix series 13 Reasons Why, and the mother of two amazing daughters, Gracie Teefey and Selena Gomez. In this interview, we talk about Mandy’s own mental health journey, Wondermind and its mission, and the Do-Less Challenge. Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we discuss:

• Mandy’s experience as a parent, how she supported Selena’s career, and learning to navigate fame in a fast-paced industry
• What Mandy has gained from learning about and taking care of her own mental health 
• The story behind executive producing 13 Reasons Why, how Mandy first came across the book, and the moment she knew she wanted to help bring the story to screen
• How the response to 13 Reasons Why inspired Mandy and Selena to found Wondermind
• The importance of normalizing discussions surrounding mental health in the media and popular culture

Find Mandy Teefey:

www.wondermind.com

IG: @mandyteefey

LinkedIn: Mandy Teefey

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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If you are an avid reader who loves summer and everything that comes with it, you’ve probably heard of Elin Hilderbrand. A prolific author and New York Times #1 bestseller, Elin is known as the “Queen of the Beach Reads” and has written twenty-nine novels since 2000, most of which take place on the island that has been her home since 1994: Nantucket. Her thirtieth and final book Swan Song comes out this June, although there is undoubtedly still more to come in Elin’s career. In this episode, we talk about what made her fall in love with Nantucket, her creative process as an author, and her tips for getting the work done. 

Don’t miss this interview where we discuss:

• Elin’s summer trips to Cape Cod throughout her childhood, and how losing her father when she was 16 motivated her to recapture the joy she felt during those summers
• The story behind Elin’s decision to write her novels about Nantucket, her first book deals, and how confidence walks hand-in-hand with humility  
• How the key to writing any story is to draw from your own life experiences, and Elin’s advice to aspiring authors
• Maintaining self-discipline, setting daily goals for yourself, and how oftentimes the hardest part is just getting started
• Elin’s plans for her future projects, starting her podcast Books Beach and Beyond, and what it’s like to write a book with her daughter
  
  

Find Elin Hilderbrand:

www.elinhilderbrand.net

IG: @elinhilderbrand
Twitter: @elinhilderbrand
Facebook: Elin Hilderbrand
Podcast: Books Beach and Beyond

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet
LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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When it comes to your career, any connection you make has the potential to change your life. And for entrepreneurs Candance Nelson and Kristen Dunning, their paths crossed in a unique way. Candace is the founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes, Pizzana, and CN2 Ventures, and she most recently joined Season 15 of ABC’s Shark Tank as a guest shark. Kristen is a horticultural and agricultural researcher and the founder of Gently Soap – an award-winning line of herbal-infused bath products that Kristen presented on Shark Tank in 2023, securing Candace as an investor. In this interview, we talk about the importance of uplifting those in our lives, Candace and Kristen’s entrepreneurial journeys, and the incredible story that brought these two women together.

Don’t miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we discuss:

• Candace’s early career in investment banking and what inspired her to change course, follow her passion, and launch her first business – Sprinkles Cupcakes
• What motivated Kristen to begin her research on incorporating botanicals safely into skincare, and how she turned an idea she had during the Covid-19 lockdown into a fully-fledged business
• What goes on behind the scenes on Shark Tank for both the sharks and the entrepreneurs, and how Kristen and Candace ended up on the show
• The next steps in Candace and Kristen’s careers, and the plans they have for Gently Soap’s future
• The value of partnership in a fast-paced and competitive entrepreneurial world 

Find Candace Nelson:

www.candace-nelson.com

IG: @candacenelson
Twitter: @candacenelson
LinkedIn: Candace Nelson

Find Kristen Dunning:

www.gentlysoap.com

IG: @professionalplantgirl; @gentlysoap
Facebook: Kristen Dunning; Gently
LinkedIn: Kristen Dunning

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet
LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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Since 1974, the non-profit organization Brady has been taking action against gun violence by addressing the issue from all angles: policy, enforcement, and cultural change. At the helm of Brady as the organization’s president is Kris Brown, who has tirelessly worked to raise awareness of gun violence and its prevalence as a national healthcare crisis. Throughout her career, she has launched countless programs designed to save lives, including Brady’s groundbreaking safe storage campaign to End Family Fire. Determined to unify all Americans against gun violence, Kris is proof that hope comes in the form of vision. In this interview, we discuss Kris’ early career and what led her to Brady, ways to get involved with causes you’re passionate about and create change, and what inspires her to keep moving forward. Don’t miss this episode where we talk about:

• How Kris found community and fulfillment through activism 
• Living and working in Switzerland, and how Kris’ time abroad widened her perspective and allowed her to examine and solidify her values
• Navigating a non-linear path to progress and staying hopeful through ups and downs
• Brady’s mission to create a safer America, the programs Kris has overseen and implemented, and how they’re driving change
• Key ways you can get involved to help raise awareness and end gun violence

Find Kris Brown:

www.bradyunited.org
IG: @kristinbrown68
Twitter: @KrisB_Brown
LinkedIn: Kris Brown

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com
IG: @lydiafenet
LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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Known as “King Henrik” or “The King” to fans around the globe, Henrik Lundqvist is a towering figure in the ice hockey world. Starting his professional career playing for Frölunda HC in the Swedish Elitserien, Henrik played as goaltender for the New York Rangers for fifteen seasons. With an illustrious career full of achievement, including countless championship titles, an Olympic gold medal, and most recently an induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, Henrik’s has undoubtedly solidified his position as one of the top goaltenders in NHL history. In this first episode of Claim Your Confidence Season 2, we talk about Henrik’s career as a professional athlete, the importance of having passion for what you do, and the next chapter of his career. Don’t miss this special episode where we discuss:

• Henrik’s childhood in Sweden, the beginning of his professional career, and what led him to playing for the New York Rangers
• How preparation and strong, positive mindset are key when overcoming challenges
• The importance of having a team to support you in both your work and personal life
• Retiring from the NHL, adapting to change when things don’t go as planned, and Henrik’s most recent projects
• The Henrik Lundqvist Foundation, a non-profit organization Henrik co-founded with his wife Therese, and its mission to support to children and families in need 

Find Henrik Lundqvist:

www.hlundqvist30.com

www.hlundqvistfoundation.com

IG: @hlundqvistofficial

Twitter: @HLundqvist

Podcast: Club 30 with Henrik Lundqvist

Follow Lydia:

www.lydiafenet.com

IG: @lydiafenet

LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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If you have ever wondered what it’s like to work with Anna Wintour at Vogue or start your own incredible online marketplace for stylish children’s clothing, then you’ll want to listen to Sylvana Ward Durrett’s story. Co-founder and CEO of Maisonette, an expertly-curated online marketplace for baby and kids' clothing, toys, and home decor, Sylvana launched her company after an incredible 14 year career at Vogue with one goal in mind – to make it easier for parents to find high quality products for their kids. In this interview, we discuss Sylvana’s time at Vogue, what inspired her to become an entrepreneur and launch Maisonette, and what is important to her as a founder. 

Don’t miss this episode where we talk about:

• Sylvana’s roles at Vogue throughout her career, from Anna Wintour’s second assistant to director of special projects, and what it was like overseeing events such as the Met Gala
• How her own experiences as a parent sparked the idea for Maisonette
• The challenges of stepping away from an established career at a company like Vogue and starting off on your own, and how Sylvana found success
• What she’s learned as a founder and her advice for new entrepreneurs
• Balancing work and family life, overcoming mom guilt, and being a role model for your kids

Find Sylvana Ward Durrett:
 
www.maisonette.com
IG: @sylvanitas
LinkedIn: Sylvana Durrett

Follow Lydia: 

www.lydiafenet.com
IG: @lydiafenet
LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

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