Joanne Lee Molinaro never planned on leaving her career as a law firm partner. But the day she walked away, she opened the door to a life she’d never imagined.

This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by the creator of The Korean Vegan, a bestselling author, and beauty founder. From building a storytelling platform on social media to launching a cookbook that won the James Beard Award, Joanne has carved a path that is deeply personal and unmistakably her own.

She talks about moving through fear, trusting her instincts, and letting honesty, not perfection, guide her choices. We also talk about reinvention after divorce, what it's like running a business with your partner, and why her new beauty line is more than just skincare.

Episode Guide:

(00:00) Meet Joanne Lee Molinaro, creator of The Korean Vegan

(03:41) The moment she decided to leave big law

(06:48) How her Instagram stories led to a book deal

(11:19) The launch of Korean Vegan Beauty

(20:37) Rebuilding identity after divorce and emotional trauma

(28:41) Managing a multi-hyphenate career

(33:38) Why being hands-on made her brand more meaningful

(37:10) Routines that keep her grounded and creative

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