Get ready for an electrifying episode today as host Lorie Jones sits down with Marla Sofer, the dynamic founder and CEO of Knomee.

From her early days in nonprofit and financial services to her decision to launch a groundbreaking fintech startup, Marla's story is a testament to the power of ambition and resilience. She shares her unique insights on dreaming big, pushing past fear, and setting an inspiring example for the next generation.

This conversation is packed with invaluable advice for any growth-oriented professional woman. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the most fearless women in finance and tech.

Show Highlights:

• Discover Marla Sofer’s nonlinear career path and Knomee. [04:19]
• Unlock crucial money questions you must ask yourself. [07:11]
• Are you committed to modelling fearlessness? [11:01]
• The art of defying bad advice with grace and purpose. [14:33]
• What’s the right balance between ambition and patience with career shifts? [19:23.6]
• In-depth lessons in resetting fears in entrepreneurship. [24:57]
• Unique challenges as a woman in finance and tech. [28:35]
• The importance of nurturing generational pride and values. [31:45]
• Three key precepts for young women to observe forging ahead. [35:18]

Connect with Marla Sofer at https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlasofer/ or via her website at https://www.knomee.com/.

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For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

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In this episode, host Lorie Jones features Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a passionate advocate for financial literacy and the author of Breaking Money Silence now in its second edition.

Kathleen shares her inspiring story of transitioning from banking and mental health counseling to empowering women in finance. She melds her expertise to help women open up about money, harness their worth, and build confident, financially empowered lives.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to break through financial taboos, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. Tune in and get ready to be fearless with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury.

Show Highlights:

• Understand your money scripts with Ebenezer Scrooge. [00:03:21]
• Did you know you could shape your own expertise and job description? [00:09:54]
• How transformative coaching can ignite your true calling. [00:12:41]
• The power of self-permission to take on career pivots. [00:15:19]
• Is your marketing voice correct for your unique brand personality? [00:17:13]
• The importance of measured emotional responses at work. [00:23:20]
• Wisdom and hope for young women to navigate their 20s. [00:26:37]
• Lessons in fearlessness and embracing the unknown. [00:28:34] Why women must celebrate each other abundantly in male-dominated fields. [00:36:57]
• Advice for young women to make authentic choices. [00:43:07]

To learn more about Kathleen Burns Kingsbury or to connect with her, visit https://kbkwealthconnection.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenburnskingsbury/.

Kathleen is offering a 10% discount on her book Breaking Money Silence and a free handout to help prepare for money conversations. Here is the link for 10% off the paperback version of Breaking Money Silence.

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!  

For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

In today’s episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Irene Barnett, a powerhouse senior business consultant whose journey from the film industry to tech entrepreneurship will leave you both enlightened and motivated.

Discover how Irene conquered financial uncertainties, tackled gender biases, and balanced career and family life. Hear her inspiring thoughts on self-compassion, positive affirmations, and the value of authenticity, and uncover her career philosophy of learning without regrets.

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to make a courageous leap, packed with wisdom, this conversation promises to ignite your inner courage and drive. Tune in to hear how embracing risks and learning from every experience can pave the way for remarkable success!

Show Highlights:

• Discover the power of spontaneity and flexibility for rewarding new strides. [00:07:32]
• Why planning and support are essential when taking career risks. [00:14:18]
• Is creativity a destination or an unlimited everyday skill? [00:19:16]
• How to consider the “alternate you” with lessons without regrets. [00:25:12]
• Explore the all-encompassing value of authenticity. [00:29:48]
• Learn how to unleash your fearlessness and live in its reality. [00:35:16]
• How working mothers’ experience has positively shifted over time. [00:39:00]
• Unlock compassionate advice for young women to launch and thrive in male-dominated fields. [00:49:21]

To connect with Irene Barnett, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/irenebarnett/.

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!  

For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

Today, host Lorie Jones sits down with trailblazer Gayle Pottle, President of AdventHealth Rocky Mountain Foundation. Gayle shares her inspiring journey from marketing in Fortune 100 tech companies to making a profound impact in healthcare philanthropy.

Get ready to hear about her career-defining moments, such as attending Harvard Business School’s Women's Leadership Forum and her life-changing move to Boston. Tune in for actionable advice on embracing lifelong learning, building a 'personal board of directors,' and harnessing your strengths to lead with confidence.

This episode is a must-listen for growth-oriented professional women eager to blaze their own trails.

Show Highlights:

• How biographies broaden perspectives and empower. [00:03:44]
• Gain insights on healthcare philanthropy to inform alternate career paths. [00:07:53]
• The power of meaningful lifelong educational pursuits. [00:13:28]
• Do you evaluate the career advice you receive? [00:16:51]
• Discover the “Three M’s” toolkit for career maintenance. [00:19:08]
• Lessons in dealing with job relocations with your spouse. [00:21:50]
• How to conquer fears and embrace life’s high dive. [00:25:54]
• Can the 33% gender pay gap in healthcare philanthropy be closed? [00:29:49]
• The importance of firing the inner critic as women. [00:33:38]
• Key assessment advice for early-career women. [00:38:08]

To connect with Gayle Pottle, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaylepottle/.

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!  

For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

Get ready for another episode of Fearless Females as host Lorie Jones sits down with Stacey Linderman, who transformed her career from a stable CFO to the dynamic founder of A6 Financial and Business Optimization.

Stacey's story is packed with lessons on financial independence, navigating male-dominated industries, and breaking traditional gender roles. Hear how the support of her inner circle and the courage to take risks propelled her to new heights. Her insights will empower growth-oriented professional women to embrace authenticity and redefine success on their own terms.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates resilience, bravery, and the pursuit of excellence.

Show Highlights:

• Discover the perfect guide for authenticity-powered sales success. [00:01:27]
• Why education is the key to prevail over your money story. [00:04:03]
• The power of leadership development in female leadership. [00:11:47]
• The importance of integrity and ethical standards in finance and leadership. [00:15:37]
• Are you afraid of making mistakes at work? [00:19:37]
• How to embrace your career adventure with trust. [00:23:10]
• Explore aspects of teaching children financial responsibility. [00:28:28]
• Stigma-shattering tips for women in male-dominated fields. [00:32:03]
• Should duties in families be gendered or strengths-based? [00:36:30]
• Advice for seasoned and new female professionals. [00:40:40]

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

In this episode, host Lorie Jones welcomes the dynamic Vanessa Cardenas, CEO of UnderstandingEar.com. Vanessa shares her remarkable journey from managing a family business to founding her own company. She reveals how she overcame personal betrayals and professional challenges, linking them to valuable lessons in self-worth and leadership.

Get ready to be inspired by her strategies for fostering creativity, redefining success, and building a supportive community. Empower yourself with Vanessa's motto: "Live your life by your own design, with purpose, on purpose."

This is a conversation every growth-oriented professional woman won't want to miss.

Show Highlights:

• Gain inspiring insights on rebuilding life past the pain of betrayal. [00:05:23]
• Limitless work as if you own the business vs. scaling back unpaid hours. [00:11:01]
• Explore coaching as your vehicle to unstoppable self-worth. [00:14:47]
• Do you listen to your inner voice as a woman? [00:18:38]
• What to do when toxic friction occurs from a mentor. [00:21:01]
• The importance of building a genuine support network. [00:23:32]
• Learn the art of intentionality in living by design. [00:28:55]
• How life-goal planning results in true self-care and creative stillness. [00:35:05]
• Why empathetic leadership from women to women matters. [00:39:44]
• Unlock your potential with fierce self-confidence. [00:42:42]

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

This week, the spotlight is on Alanah Phillips, the vibrant founder of Advisor Launch Lab. Alanah shares with host Lorie Jones how she boldly left unfulfilling situations—from insular communities to dead-end jobs—embracing new opportunities and growth.

Hear her powerful insights on the importance of male mentorship, viewing life as an experiment, and balancing ambition with authenticity. With stories of resilience, valuable advice, and a dash of humor, this episode is packed with wisdom for growth-oriented professional women looking to rise in their careers.

Don’t miss this enlightening conversation designed to fuel your journey to success.

Show Highlights:

• How Alanah Phillips pivoted from “boring” retail to “fun” finance. [00:05:15]
• The importance of supportive partners to unlock women’s potential. [00:10:27]
• Have you been told not to get ahead of yourself? [00:14:04]
• What Adam Grant’s study reveals about powerfully failing. [00:16:51]
• Why naturally evolving transitions yield better transformations. [00:18:15]
• Learn the crucial skill of not taking things personally. [00:23:45]
• Should women embrace their personal style early-career? [00:26:19]
• Tap into the power of leaving non-serving situations. [00:31:52]
• The value of being audacious yet strategic in career pursuits. [00:37:15]
• Insights on the vital contribution of male mentors to women’s careers. [00:39:33]

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

Host Lorie Jones is thrilled to introduce today's power-packed episode with Elizabeth Bachman, CEO of Strategic Speaking for Results.

Elizabeth's incredible journey from the opera stage to executive coaching is filled with hard-won lessons on resilience, mastering communication, and breaking through the glass ceiling. She'll share how she turned career setbacks into stepping stones and why learning to ask for help can skyrocket your professional growth.

Whether you’re navigating the corporate world or leading a team, Elizabeth’s insights will inspire and equip you to make bold moves and claim your worth. Get ready for an episode brimming with actionable advice and real-world success stories.

Show Highlights:

• How Elizabeth Bachman faced opera’s gender bias. [00:05:35]
• Discover the true key to breaking the corporate glass ceiling. [00:07:47]
• How to effectively navigate a career pivot with resilience. [00:11:17]
• Foremother conditioning you must discard to assert your value. [00:15:55]
• Do women hesitate to ask for help and seek mentors? [00:19:07]
• Why taking the time to mourn ending dreams matters. [00:26:24]
• Tap into your biggest marketing tool hidden in your voice. [00:29:44]
• Find out how to seek Elizabeth Bachman’s mentorship. [00:35:05]

If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

Today, host Lorie Jones chats with the extraordinary Dr. Kelly Schuh, a “worth and wealth alchemist,” coach, and international speaker. From her bold move to start a chiropractic practice against all odds to becoming a multi-six-figure CEO, Kelly shares her secret sauce for aligning your values with your business. 

Expect powerful insights on leveraging universal laws, the importance of authenticity in personal branding, and why having the right coach can change everything. Plus, don't forget to check the show notes for a special free gift—a mini video training titled 11 Laws to Living the Limitless. 

This episode is your ultimate motivation boost—let's power up your journey!

Show Highlights:

• How a dare shot Dr. Kelly Schuh from adversity to power. [00:04:57]
• Discover the money pattern that inhibits women’s success. [00:11:41]
• How to find the right coach to unlock your true potential. [00:13:14]
• Is scarcity an illusion in saturated markets? [00:16:15]
• The power of using the whole you in personal branding. [00:19:00]
• The art of finding intrinsic self-worth over perfectionism. [00:26:07]
• Gain a tool to step into the hidden CEO identity in yourself. [00:33:08]
• Learn about life by design for your ideal work-life balance. [00:34:43]
• Why a woman must advocate for wage equality for herself. [00:36:15]
• Embrace and embody that you're worth it and you're enough. [00:44:01]

To contact Dr. Kelly Schuh and access her free gift to you, visit https://queenofworth.com/11-laws. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.

Today, Lorie Jones is thrilled to sit down with Dana Kirchmar, the audacious force who launched a shuttle into space at 21 and now leads the Elevate Initiative.

Dana’s journey from classified satellite work at Lockheed Martin to pioneering roles in the aviation industry with companies like Honeywell and Cessna is nothing short of electrifying. She’ll share her compelling insights on authenticity, the power of small wins, and the importance of mentoring women in STEM.

This episode promises to be a treasure trove of inspiration and actionable advice for every professional woman to navigate and excel in challenging career landscapes. Don’t miss it!

Show Highlights:

• Follow an audacious female’s career in aviation and aerospace engineering. [00:04:23]
• Can we beat these statistics of women in aviation and aerospace? [00:13:32]
• Discover STEM/aviation and aerospace study opportunities for girls. [00:16:45]
• The importance of creating change beyond DEI programs. [00:23:44]
• Why choosing career over family needs ongoing reflection. [00:26:38]
• The power of unwavering authenticity for true growth. [00:31:15]
• How to unleash true daily joy to cure impostor syndrome. [00:36:33]
• What are the stories behind the stories of women in male-dominated fields? [00:38:29]
• Insights on resilience and finding opportunities in setbacks. [00:42:19]
• Unlock top career advice for young professional women. [00:45:32]

To contact Dana Kirchmar, email her at [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review!   For more information about Lorie Jones, go to http://fearless-females.com/.