Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

Today we're hearing from the next generation of leaders, our Leading Lady interns!

I'm joined by the amazing interns who have been working with us this summer at Leading Lady, Makaylah, Grace, and Scarlett. I am passionate about mentorship, growth, and leadership, and am excited for you to hear about their experiences.

In this episode, the interns share what they've been up to and what they've learned during their time in our Leading Lady community.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why these young women applied to the Leading Lady Internship Program

• What projects they have been working on to support the community

• Unexpected learning outcomes during their collaboration with this all-women collective

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

Resources Mentioned:

Email AliceAnne to learn more about how you might be able to bring interns in to support your business: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/contact

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Have you ever found yourself judging a business without considering the human behind it? In this deeply honest solo episode, I open up about a moment that rattled me—a toxic online post about another female founder—and how it unexpectedly struck a nerve. I reflect on the reality of leading a community, the courage it takes to put yourself out there, and the vulnerability that comes with being the face of your brand. Whether you're a solopreneur, community leader, or simply someone navigating the noise of social media, this conversation will resonate on a human level.

I share personal stories, real feelings, and hard truths about showing up—even when it's uncomfortable. This episode isn't just about online criticism; it's about compassion, boundaries, and the quiet courage to keep going, even when you know you're not everyone's cup of tea. Tune in to explore why visibility can be both empowering and terrifying, and how we can lead with grace in a world quick to judge.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why visibility and vulnerability often go hand-in-hand

• The hard truth about being the "villain" in someone else's story

• How boundaries and integrity can coexist with support and compassion

• Why small business owners carry more emotional weight than we think

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

Resources Mentioned:

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How do you walk away from diet culture when it's all around you?

It's not an easy task, but it's so worthwhile for your long-term health and happiness. I sat down with Elizabeth Harris to talk about how to break the toxic cycle of comparison, negative self-talk, and perfectionism that shows up in food, body image, and leadership. It's a heavy topic, but there's so much joy to be found on the other side of it.

We're talking about things like how comparison shows up in diet culture, ways to shift your thoughts and conversations away from diet culture, and how to maintain a healthier and happier relationship with food.

Elizabeth Harris is a registered dietitian, certified Intuitive Eating counselor, speaker, entrepreneur, and co-host of the Wellness Rebranded podcast.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• How to break away from diet culture

• Ways to change the subject away from diet and weight

• How perfectionism shows up in your relationship with food

Join us on our mission to break up with diet culture.

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

Resources Mentioned:

Sign Up for the Discover Intuitive Eating Challenge: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/5day-challenge

Follow Elizabeth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethharrisnutrition/

Follow Elizabeth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethharrisnutrition

Check out Elizabeth's Website: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/

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Let's take a moment to celebrate you.

In this powerful replay episode, I encourage you to take a moment to look back and see how far you've come so far. I'm going to invite you to take inventory of all the amazing things you've achieved and celebrate all your hard work.

I recently experienced a moment, which you'll hear about in this episode, that caused me to pause and notice what an incredible life I've created for myself, and it was such a wonderful feeling that I wanted to share it with you, so here we are!

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The value of celebrating your successes

• The power of gratitude

• Why it's important to celebrate your wins before you move on to the next goal

Ready to reflect and celebrate your success?

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

Resources Mentioned:

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When you are building a new business and marketing yourself, you will be networking with other business owners quite frequently. In these encounters, it is so important to present yourself as professional and prepared.

In this episode of the Leading Lady Podcast, I discuss a business call that I had and how it left me feeling sour and disappointed. I share this conversation not to rant, but to share an example for any aspiring entrepreneurs about how to show up and share your best abilities.

After listening to my experience, I hope you understand the importance of showing up with professionalism. If you can't put your best self forward, it may be best to hold off on promoting yourself until you are able to be prepared. I invite you to look at the ways you show up in your life. If something is suffering, what can you do to shift your alignment so you show up as your best self in any situation?

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

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Are you constantly asking yourself things like: am I doing enough? Am I showing up? Am I delivering on what I said I wanted to deliver? Are people happy with my work?

Like many other high-achieving women, you're facing the anxiety that comes from striving for perfection. It can be easy to get stuck in that place, but there are things you can do to recenter yourself and squash those feelings that are holding you back.

In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I'm getting real and sharing what works for me when I get caught up in striving for perfection.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why perfectionism causes unnecessary anxiety

• How to recenter yourself when perfectionism throws you off-course

• Grounding questions to ask yourself

If you're struggling with anxiety and the need for perfection, you're not alone. Tune in to find out what you can do to overcome them.

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

Resources Mentioned:

Book a Coaching Call: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/private-coaching/

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In this Fan Favorite Replay episode, I'm revisiting a time I started a Monday morning by reading a very mean-spirited and hurtful email. It left me feeling upset and slighted, and I had to work really hard to find the positive in that experience.

I chat about this experience, what I did to turn it into an opportunity for growth, and my suggestions for how YOU can do the same.

Looking back now, I can see blessings in that challenge that I would not have if I hadn't received that nasty email. I hope that you can take these tips I share and use them to find the opportunity in a challenge that you're facing. There's always a choice to find the good in every situation.

What You'll Learn:

• How to shift your mindset when faced with criticism or negativity

• Simple practices to turn emotional triggers into opportunities for growth

• Why challenging moments can hold hidden blessings

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

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Do you try to do everything yourself in your business, or are you able to delegate? As a business owner, your CEO time is precious, and how well you use it determines your success.

Joining me today is Gala McCray, Leading Lady Ambassador and lead consultant of Two Arrows, her boutique bookkeeping firm. Gala is more than just a bookkeeper, though; she is a strategic partner who has helped me run the financial side of my business for years now.

In this episode, Gala shares how delegation is directly linked to financial strategy and how to get comfortable with letting go of control.

With nearly 20 years of experience in executive-level operations across non-profits, government, corporate entities, and small businesses, Gala McCray is passionate about helping business owners achieve clarity and control in their financials. In 2018, she founded Two Arrows, taking a leap of faith at a pivotal crossroads to create a business that blends expertise with compassion.

As a former Air Force service member and QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor, Gala brings a methodical, strategic approach to bookkeeping, paired with a deep understanding of challenges faced by service-based professionals. Her signature themes—consistency, comfort, and confidence—are woven into every interaction, ensuring her clients feel supported and empowered to succeed.

When she's not managing numbers, Gala enjoys spending time with her blended family, exploring the outdoors, and giving back to her local community.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• How tracking your time gives you an idea of what to pay yourself

• Learning the value of automation before delegation

• Gaining peace of mind as you learn to let go and share the load

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

Resources Mentioned:

Art of Delegation Workbook: https://twoarrows.myflodesk.com/zwkkozdkq2

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Let's talk about team building that actually works!

Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of the most strategic things I'm doing right now to grow my business: my brand-new intern program. We're only a few weeks in, and I am blown away by how much I'm learning and how I'm refining my business.

You know I love collaboration, and I'm so excited to have this space where we can learn and grow together.

In this episode, I'm sharing why I started the internship program and how it's helping both me and the interns develop and grow into better leaders and team members.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why I started the internship program instead of hiring a full team

• How the interns are reinforcing the culture of Leading Lady

• Lessons I'm learning along the way when it comes to team building

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

Resources Mentioned:

Book a call with me: https://aalcoachschedule.as.me/?appointmentType=2262142

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Does external success imply that we have it all together? Or that we never have bad days?

I'm here to tell you that we can run successful meetings, have lunch with friends, and manage our households, all while feeling the subtle symptoms of anxiety or depression.

We are all human, and therefore we all experience a range of feelings and emotions. I'm hoping to further change the stigma surrounding mental health struggles.

In this episode, I'm talking about developing a more honest and healthy mindset about mental health, and what you can do to better nurture your own needs and challenges.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why there's no such thing as a negative emotion

• Tools and coping strategies to manage mental health

• Learning to embrace all of your experiences as a human being

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

Resources Mentioned:

Contact me: https://leadinglady-coaching.com/contact/

Check out Maria Winters, Leading Lady Ambassador and mental health therapist: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/

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