Do you need to spend more time resting, but keep telling yourself now is not a good time? This episode will inspire you to listen more closely to what your body is telling you!

My good friend  Julie Blamphin is helping us reimagine self-care by sharing the importance of listening to the body. She discusses why rest and stillness are so important and offers ideas on how to give your body the attention she needs.

Julie Blamphin is a yoga pro, speaker, retreat leader, and founder of Stretch Your Spirit. Her career path began in 1980 in her mother’s school of gymnastics, teaching stretches and strength poses to young Special Olympians. Currently, she’s using her positive vibe and racy authenticity to speak to women all over the world on taboo topics, helping them feel more joyful, stable, and sexy.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why women put off taking care of themselves (and how to avoid doing this yourself!)

• Simple exercises to relax and ground your body and mind

• Practicing rest, retreating, strength, and more during real life

If the idea of spending time and money on yourself makes you feel guilty, but you know you need a break, this is for you.

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

Get Julie’s Freebie: https://www.stretchyourspirit.com/top3tips?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2pLUeSZISSUrn5Y-ddWOR_wSClXdnMrmBwJdVGzUkRSEhcKHVPIjMyqhc_aem_ARV7gX59yxFLmR2lS0A7RCivAQDrCwHdJNcekj0nJUQHRo1ImhXgrZfoq3F14g-4bPxrZkcUyNsHslBlU-Beb6t7

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Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-blamphin-b60397204/ 

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Are you in survival mode right now? Do you feel like you’re barely hanging on?

In this Fan Favorite Replay episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I’m talking about the difference between surviving and thriving in your leadership role and what it takes to move from surviving to thriving. When you’re in a season of survival, it can seem impossible to find a way out, but I promise there is one. 

I’m teaching you exactly what to do when you don’t know how to get out of survival mode without your business dying, and it’s probably easier than you think. You can follow simple steps to strengthen your business and team and get back to doing what you do best.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why you can’t survive and thrive at the same time

• What to do when you’re in survival mode

• How to get back to basics with your whole team

If you’ve been in survival mode for a while and you're struggling to find a way out, you’re not alone. Start listening to find out how to go from surviving to thriving. 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

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How well do you know your worth?

In this fan favorite replay episode, I want to tell you a story. 

I recently had an exchange that left me with a better understanding of what it means to know your worth and what you bring to the table. As you’ll hear in the episode, it left me pretty stunned for a moment, but I’m really proud of how I handled it, and I want to share that with you. 

Want to know how I handled it so well? Because I know my own worth and I’m confident in what I bring to the table. That’s what I want for you too!

If this is something you struggle with (trust me, we’ve all been there), I hope this episode helps! 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Do you volunteer often? Are you interested in learning more about how it could benefit your personal life, business and community?

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

In this fan-favorite replay episode, my dear friend Judy Buddensick and I discuss the importance of partnering with your clients and supporting your community.

Judy is extremely passionate about helping small businesses grow. She opened the Frances Marketing Group in February 2017 which is a full-service media and marketing agency that provides solutions and ideas tailored to each client’s specific needs and goals. 

Judy is also extremely passionate about volunteerism and community service. She has sponsored over 100 Midshipmen from the Naval Academy, is on the Board of Directors of the Downtown Annapolis Partnership and produces the annual Midnight Madness holiday events. She also serves on the Board of the Annapolis Police Foundation and The Annapolis Police Scholarship Fund. In response to the pandemic, she was part of the team that became known as the Annapolis Backpack Collaborative. They raised $40,000 to buy desperately needed school supplies for 2500 students in the City of Annapolis!

I hope this episode with Judy inspires you to stay deeply connected to your community whether the business owners in it are your clients or not.

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

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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! 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

Leave a review for the Leading Lady Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-lady-podcast/id1500954725

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Want to have a smooth and successful business collaboration?

In this episode, I’m sharing ten tips to ensure your next business-to-business collaboration is a success.

When done correctly, collaborations are a powerful thing for your business. But when they're not done right, it can lead to exhaustion, frustration, and disappointment.

I’m here to take away any fears you may have and prepare you with everything you need to find and work with your next collaboration partner. 

In Today’s Episode We Discuss: 

• How to choose the right partner to collaborate with

• What communication should look like with your collab partner

• Factors to keep in mind when tracking success

If you have any questions or need help with any of these steps, I invite you to book a call with me so we can fine-tune your plans! 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

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Let’s talk about publishing. 

For any book, there is so much that goes on behind the scenes to put those books in the hands of the readers. I got a firsthand look at it while I was working on publishing my book, Take the Lead. 

In this replay episode of Leading Lady, I sat down with Hannah Kates, the CEO and chief editor at Lofthouse Publishing. She is my editor and dear friend and the whole reason that my book, Take The Lead, even made it out into the world. 

Hannah is passionate about empowering others with publishing in an ethical way. There’s a huge need for better publishing and she is doing what she can to improve it as much as possible. 

There’s an impact that needs to be made with publishing. We need to stop looking at books as the product. The product is so much more than that. At Lofthouse Publishing, they strive to publish books that you don’t just read and then put down. They publish books that take you on a journey and change you forever.  

Everyone has a story, and your story is valid. Tune in to learn more about Lofthouse Publishing and what you need to know if you are thinking about publishing your book. 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

Visit the Lofthouse Publishing website: https://www.authorhannahkates.com/services/publishing/ 

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In this episode of Leading Lady, I want to share my experience with my daughter who went through sorority recruitment, or rush, as a freshman in college.

People feel pretty passionately about sororities. Some feel it’s archaic and toxic, some think it’s a wonderful experience and really appreciate the community and the opportunities that being in a sorority presents. 

My experience with this whole process was a bit of a culture shock, to be honest. However, it’s important to remember that everyone’s experience is unique to them. There is no right or wrong blanket statement when it comes to sororities. 

My daughter and I both learned a lot from this experience. One of the biggest takeaways from this is that no one likes rejection, but it is a very real part of life. 

As much as rejection hurts, we have to recognize that it’s not our place to determine if we are the right fit for someone else. We should instead focus on looking for situations where we are wanted, celebrated, and accepted. 

Tune in to learn more about our experience with the sorority recruitment process and what we learned from rejection. 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

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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!)

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

Book a Discovery Call: https://aalcoachschedule.as.me/?appointmentType=2262142

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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. 

Show notes available at www.leadinglady-coaching.com/podcast

Resources Mentioned: 

Learn More About The Collective: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/the-collective/

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