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I'm sharing a personal story about my little lemon tree and how it has helped me keep a growth mindset. Often, growth is internal and can't be easily measured. However, it still has great value.

Listen in for a loving reminder, especially during difficult seasons of life, that growth is not always linear. I hope after tuning in, you will be able to spot the situations in your life where you are actually experiencing growth that may not be easily seen.

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I once came upon a beautiful quote by Marianne Williamson. It said, "Joy is what happens to us when we allow ourselves to realize how good things really are."

What does it mean to have joy in your life? It is so easy to confuse joy and happiness as the same thing, but are they? Recently, I spent some time coaching a client on how to bring more joy into the everyday activities of her life. This is one of my favorite topics to coach on since I strive to live my life with the intent of having joy - extreme happiness, fulfillment, and savoring moments of bliss.

Listen in as I discuss easy ways to find joy in the everyday tasks where you spend your time so that you can feel greater satisfaction in your daily life.

In Today's Episode We Discuss:

• How to replenish energy and find more joy in your day

• The difference between happiness and joy

• Questions to ask yourself to determine what brings you joy

• My favorite Marianne Williamson quote about joy

• How to bring joy into the little moments of your day

• A grounding exercise to foster feelings of joy

I hope that by spending a few minutes listening to this episode, you will feel inspired to bring more joy into the day to day activities of your life. It is truly the secret to feeling fulfilled and satisfied with your life - no matter the circumstances.

What happens behind the scenes when three interns step into the heart of the Leading Lady ecosystem?

In this episode, I sit down with Katherine, Madison, and Molly as they wrap up their four-month internship and share what they learned, what challenged them, and what surprised them most. From planning major events to navigating communication, community, and confidence-building, this conversation offers an honest, uplifting look at leadership through their eyes.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The unexpected lessons interns discover inside a women-centered community

• How real responsibilities build confidence and clarity

• What healthy work environments actually look and feel like

• The surprising skills that matter most in leadership and collaboration

Tune in for a warm, candid reflection on growth, teamwork, and the power of supportive female spaces.

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Resources Mentioned:

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What happens when the person who creates all the holiday magic realizes she's running on empty? In this episode, I'm getting honest about a moment when I completely unraveled over something as simple as a Christmas tree—and why that moment revealed so much more beneath the surface. I share the invisible emotional labor so many high-achieving women carry this time of year, how "good enough" never feels like enough, and why holiday cheer can so easily hide burnout, resentment, and exhaustion.

I'm also breaking down the shift from being the holiday magician—the one who makes everything sparkle—to becoming the holiday architect who designs the season with intention, boundaries, and shared responsibility. From identifying your real non-negotiable magic to releasing the things you've outgrown, this episode is a grounded, compassionate look at reclaiming joy during a season that often asks for more than it gives.

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In today's episode, I am going to walk you through the 3 questions you should ask yourself daily if you want to feel focused and in control of your time. I love waking up and enjoying a cup of coffee in silence before the rest of my house gets up for the day. This quiet time allows me to sit with myself and think about my core values. I think about my priorities, plan out my day, and get in the right frame of mind so I can move throughout my day with purpose and intention.

I developed these questions for myself and now use them as one of the first exercises I do with my coaching clients. These questions lead them to feel more focused and in control of their time.

For many people, including myself, to-do lists can often feel daunting and heavy. I have actually gotten away from using a to-do list and now spend my energy on my top priorities that will move my business and life forward. How do you spend your morning? I encourage you to start using these questions as you start your day. Reach out to me on Instagram and share your answers with me and I will share mine! I love hearing from you! Full show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

It's the time of year when so many of us are doing a lot of retail shopping. I know that with the crazy year we've all had, it feels so simple just to order everything online and call it a day. However, I'm here with a short episode to remind us why it's important to support the small business owners in your community.

I have so many business owners in my Leading Ladies Facebook community, and I am a small business owner myself. Support from our local community is truly the lifeblood of our business.

I am excited to share the many ways you can support local business owners in this episode.

I hope this quick episode serves as a reminder for all of us to shop small wherever possible. Find ways to support your friends and neighbors in business in whatever way you are able.

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What are you doing to build and lead your online community? How do you nurture your audience and sustain positive engagement without coming off salesy?

I have been asked these questions by others looking to build a thriving Facebook community. They are interested in finding out how I have grown my group and kept it relevant month after month. They wonder how I come up with content that keeps the community engaged. My biggest secret….. Showing up as myself. I nurture these relationships just like I would if I were meeting someone in real life, face to face.

I created my Facebook group, Leading Ladies with AliceAnne Loftus, and in just two years, we've grown to over 4,500 members. This community is filled with women leaders from all walks of life who encourage and empower each other.

In this episode, I'm revealing six strategies to put into practice to enhance the overall social-emotional health of your community. I hope this episode inspires you to create a community filled with the leading ladies (or men) you are here to lead.

If you haven't joined the Leading Ladies Facebook group make sure to check it out!

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What if the expertise you already have is more than enough to scale your business? In this episode, I sit down with course and membership strategist Jen Howat to talk about the shift from simply sharing information to creating real transformation for our clients. We explore why so many high-achieving women overcomplicate their offers — trying to reinvent the wheel or pack in everything they know — when the truth is, the expertise we already have is powerful, proven, and capable of serving more people than we ever imagined. We dig into how clarity, simplicity, and intentional design help your audience actually move forward — without overwhelm.

Jen also breaks down why perfectionism is a silent growth-killer — and how "doing it messy" is the only way to gain clarity, improve your programs, and create the bigger impact you're meant to have. If you've ever questioned whether you're ready to scale, this conversation will have you rethinking how you package your brilliance, how you support transformation, and what's possible when you finally go for it.

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Resources Mentioned:

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What does it really take to create a cohesive, memorable brand experience at a live event? In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and fellow Leading Lady Ambassador, Jennifer Osterhouse, to pull back the curtain on everything that went into creating the stunning marketing materials for our recent We Lead conference. Jennifer is a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience, and she's the creative genius behind all of the Leading Lady's marketing assets. You'll hear about the strategy sessions, timeline, and thoughtful planning that went into every single piece, plus why certain design choices (like those Leading Lady bags people spot in the wild!) make all the difference in how your business is perceived and remembered.

This conversation isn't just about an event—it's about the bigger picture of how you show up for your business. Jennifer and I discuss the importance of investing in quality swag that people actually want to use, creating evergreen marketing pieces that serve you again and again, and why planning your marketing assets months in advance will save your sanity.

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Resources Mentioned:

Schedule a Call with Jenn: https://jenniferosterhousegraphicdesign.as.me/schedule/afdde3fd

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One of the most enriching experiences of life is creating strong relationships with the people that are important to us. That is why relationships are such a large focus of my work with many of my coaching clients.

One fascinating tool that we often use for strengthening relationships is in regards to a person's response style.

Tune in to learn what response style is, the types that people fall into, and which type is the most beneficial to strengthen YOUR relationship.

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