Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

Have you been looking for a way to connect with like-minded women in leadership?

From the outside looking in, you might not realize just how many benefits there are to being in a networking group. Yes, you grow your network, but you also get so much more than that. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I'm sharing six of the most powerful benefits, both personal and professional, of being part of a networking group.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• My secret to getting more work done in less time

• How to guarantee a good return on investment from your education

• The surprising benefits of being in a networking group

If you're looking to make an investment to grow your business and improve your life, a networking group could be the answer for you! Tune in to learn more.

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Perfectionism usually gets framed as something to overcome, but what if there's another way to think about it? In this episode, I'm joined by several members of the Leading Lady ambassador community for an honest conversation about the different ways perfectionism shows up in our work, our relationships, and our leadership.

.We discuss the different perfectionist archetypes, the difference between healthy and unhealthy perfectionism, and how traits like attention to detail, organization, high standards, and thoughtful execution can become genuine strengths.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why perfectionism isn't always something that needs to be "fixed"

• The five perfectionist archetypes and which one might sound familiar

• The difference between adaptive and maladaptive perfectionism

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Resources Mentioned:

Take the Quiz to See What Kind of Perfectionist You Are: https://www.perfectionistsguide.com/quiz

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Are you feeling disconnected from your original business vision?

In this episode, I pose this crucial question and share my personal journey of realigning my business vision and values after 20 years as an entrepreneur.

I walk you through a powerful exercise I recently completed, which helped me rediscover the core values that drive my early childhood education business. I explore how to identify, define, and assess your top five business values, and offer insights on how to ensure your organization is truly living up to these principles.

By the end of this episode, you'll have practical tips on conducting a values audit, identifying areas for improvement, and creating an action plan to bring your business back into alignment with your original vision. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and business leaders looking to reignite their passion and ensure their organization stays true to its foundational principles.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• How to create an action plan to realign your business with its original vision

• The impact of operating from a place of fear versus values-based leadership

• Strategies for communicating your business values to your team (and the hidden benefits of doing so!)

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The last thing any business owner wants is a bad review. Sometimes they help us to grow and improve our client experience. But what if someone is just being mean?

In this episode, I'm talking about how to handle an unwarranted negative review based on a recent personal experience.

As business owners, we can't always share our side of the story. So when we come across a negative review that isn't exactly deserved, it can leave us feeling emotional and hurt.

I'm sharing how to approach this situation with a mindset that keeps you thriving and helps you focus on improving your business.

In Today's Episode We Discuss:

• How to approach a negative review with a positive mindset

• Why responding to reviews builds credibility

• Approaching negative reviews in a way that can help your business

By the end of this episode, you'll know what to do with those reviews that come out of malice. There's no reason to feel defeated!

In the spirit of leaving reviews, I invite you to leave a review for the Leading Lady Podcast so we can reach and empower more women leaders like you!

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What happens when you stop treating your story as something private and start seeing it as one of your most valuable leadership and business assets?

In this conversation, I sit down with publisher, entrepreneur, and storyteller Laura DiFranco to explore the connection between personal storytelling, community, and business growth. Laura shares how she built Brave Healer Productions from a small group of colleagues into a global community of thousands of authors, and why meaningful collaboration can transform both our work and our sense of purpose.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why storytelling creates connection in ways expertise alone often cannot

• How community can make ambitious projects feel less overwhelming

• The surprising emotional impact of sharing your story publicly

• Where the line exists between vulnerability and oversharing

Your next breakthrough, connection, or opportunity may begin with the courage to put your experiences into words. Tune in!

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Connect with Laura https://www.lauradifranco.com/

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Are you in the spirit of gratitude this month? Talking about gratitude this time of year may seem cliche, but if you're like me, gratitude is actually what keeps you grounded through life's chaos and challenges!

In this episode, I'm sharing 10 ways to show gratitude in business, no matter what kind of year you've had.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Celebrating the launch of We Lead: Volume 2

• The many milestones I celebrate in November

• My practical tips for showing gratitude in your business this year

I hope this episode inspires you to nurture gratitude in your business, in your community, with your team, and wherever else you want!

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AI is everywhere right now, but are we using it the right way? In this episode, I sit down with web developer, SEO expert, and longtime Leading Lady Ambassador Chrissy Rey to have an honest conversation about what AI can and cannot do for business owners. We explore why AI should be viewed as a tool rather than a replacement for human creativity, the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when using it, and how to avoid creating content that feels robotic, generic, or disconnected from your authentic voice.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why some people love AI while others want nothing to do with it

• The biggest mistake business owners make when using AI

• How to train AI so it actually sounds like you

• The surprising way AI can create information that never existed

• Why publishing AI content without editing can hurt your business

• How AI can become a powerful thinking partner instead of just a writing tool

• What AI reveals about your messaging when it's completely wrong

• How SEO and AI are becoming more connected than most people realize

If you've been wondering how AI fits into your business, this episode is a practical place to start!

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Do you sometimes find it difficult to be seen and heard? Would you consider yourself an introvert?

If you answered yes to either question, then this episode is for you.

In this episode, I am chatting with Melissa Roberg about being an impactful and strong leader as an introvert. I am really excited for you to hear the many ways you can manage your energy and use your introverted strengths to your advantage!

Melissa Roberg is a certified life and leadership coach for introverts. She is an ex-pat living in The Netherlands but serves clients globally! Her effective approach to leadership development involves uncovering one's unique qualities, innate strengths and introverted superpowers. Melissa helps her clients to grow their leadership skills, develop self-assurance and elevate their conscious energy to create an impact both personally and professionally. Her lighthearted and honest approach empowers the introverts she serves in a way that is warm, non-judgmental and supportive.

I hope this quick episode with Melissa helps you to embrace your traits, have confidence in your abilities and take the lead as an introvert.

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Could your marketing materials use a re-fresh?

You might have found that as your branding has evolved, some of your old marketing materials have been left behind and now you've got different fonts, colors, and logos all over the place, or maybe you never established a brand image to begin with.

Whatever situation you're in, now's your chance to uplevel your marketing materials with professional help from Jennifer Osterhouse. Jennifer is here to guide you through the process of assessing your current marketing materials, creating a consistent image for your business, and updating your marketing materials across the board.

Jennifer Osterhouse is a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in direct response design, publication design, and marketing material design. She helps clients uplevel their marketing materials by designing custom-branded print and digital marketing assets to promote the products and services their businesses have to offer.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Where to start with your marketing

• How to assess your marketing materials

• Creating consistent and cohesive branding

If you're looking for help upleveling your marketing materials, you're in the right place.

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Visit Jennifer's Website: https://jenniferosterhouse.com

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What is a margin and what does it mean to high-achievers, entrepreneurs, and leaders?

In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, we're exploring how to build margins within your business and life to create space for you to operate at your best. Why are we always trying to operate at maximum capacity? Through my own experience of running myself ragged, I know that it's not sustainable, so I want to teach you a better way.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• How to plan margins in your life

• A common piece of time-management advice I don't subscribe to

• The harmful consequences of living in a reactive state

Tune in to learn how the most successful entrepreneurs use margins to build sustainable, efficient, and lucrative businesses.

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