Celebrity Gourmet Podcast

[IDDBA Series] Do You Hear Me Now? Saying What You Mean and Meaning What You Say


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Odette D'Aniello is the Founder and CEO of Celebrity Cake Studio, a family-owned and operated retail cake boutique. The company has received numerous awards, including winning Best of Western Washington several times. With experience in the food industry, business strategy, sales, and marketing, Odette has obtained additional skills in product design and brand development, event management, and team building.

She is also the Owner of Dragonfly Cakes, the wholesale sister company to Celebrity Cake Studio, designing, developing, and manufacturing delicious handmade and clean-label petit fours, tea cakes, and mini desserts. Beyond her entrepreneurial ventures, she hosts the Celebrity Gourmet Podcast, where she shares insights from successful individuals in the food and beverage sector.

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Many entrepreneurs and leaders struggle with clear and authentic communication, especially when balancing professional responsibilities with personal relationships. Misunderstandings, unclear boundaries, and poor listening habits can damage trust and create unnecessary conflict. How can business leaders foster stronger connections while maintaining clarity, accountability, and respect?

Odette D'Aniello, a specialty food entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, has developed strategies for mastering authentic communication in both business and family settings. She emphasizes listening first, validating others' perspectives, and speaking with confidence to inspire creativity and trust. Odette also highlights the importance of setting clear expectations and boundaries, aligning tone and body language with intentions, and practicing self-awareness and self-care to enhance relationships and strengthen organizational cultures.

In this episode of the Celebrity Gourmet Podcast, Karen Hansen interviews Odette D'Aniello, CEO of Celebrity Cake Studio and Dragonfly Cakes, about authentic communication for personal and professional well-being. Odette explores building trust with teams and customers, setting boundaries in family businesses, and fostering creativity through clear dialogue. She also discusses self-correction, conflict resolution, and the role of mindfulness in effective leadership.

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