Roaming with Restless Women

One of the most powerful ideas from my chat with M.K. Johnson was about becoming "uncompetitionable." It sounds counterintuitive, but it's genius, especially for experienced female founders navigating the rise of AI.

Here's a breakdown of what I learned:

AI vs. Human Insight: AI is a master of comparing data points, but it can't grasp the depth and nuance of decades of lived experience. It lacks our intuition and judgment.

Your Whole Story Matters: Those "unbillable" hours—caregiving, business failures, career breaks—aren't gaps. They are the very things that hone our signal recognition and make our wisdom unique. M.K. embraces every mistake and rejection as part of her professional toolkit.

Create Your Own Category: Instead of competing in a crowded market, the goal is to create a new space where competition simply doesn't exist. This is where your unique blend of skills and life lessons becomes your greatest asset.

It was a total mindset shift for me. We don't have to out-compute the machines; we have to out-human them.

To reach M.K.: http://aimissible.com/

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It's Not the People, It's the System

Have you ever looked at a "problem employee" and wondered what's really going on? My guest Katherine Robinette, who has 30 years of experience fixing organizational issues, shared a perspective that completely reframes this.

She believes it's almost never the people who are the problem. Instead, behavior is a response to conditions.

Think about it:

Are you rewarding pure utilization above collaboration? You might see people hoard information.

Is profitability the only thing that gets celebrated? You might see people steal leads.

These aren't signs of "bad" people, but rational responses to the environment they're in.

This insight has me thinking about how the systems we create are the true drivers of behavior in our teams and companies.

To reach Katherine and get a free "Lighthouse" consult:

https://www.keystoneandraven.com

Subscribe to her weekly newsletter, Raven’s Notes, at https://keystoneandraven.com/blog

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In this inspiring episode of Roaming with Restless Women, I welcomed team resilience expert Julie Lewis, whose sports science background and nature-based leadership experiences have shaped her unique approach to building thriving teams. We explored navigating mergers, embracing AI-driven change, and breaking down silos through collaboration.

Julie champions "adapting forward" as true resilience, not "bouncing back". She passionately advocates for the invaluable wisdom older women bring to the workforce.

With beautiful metaphors—teams as forests, women as water—this conversation is a powerful reminder that purpose, joy, and connection fuel both personal and professional growth at every stage of life.

To reach Julie: https://www.julie-lewis.com

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Did you know that every fetus starts in a default female state, regardless of chromosomes? I was fascinated to learn this from my recent guest, Dr. Diana Sorrentino, founder of The Paradoxes of Gender and author of two books on transgender topics. Dr. D, as she is known in the community, explained how the brain's gender identity is established before birth.

Here’s a mind-blowing fact: it's not testosterone itself that masculinizes a male brain in the womb. Testosterone is converted into estrogen, and it’s this estrogen that acts on the brain.

Researchers have now identified over 21 genetic variants in 19 different genes that can influence this prenatal brain development. This means for some people, the brain develops along a different path than their physical anatomy. It’s a powerful reminder that gender identity is a matter of biology, not choice.

If you are like me and curious about and open to better understanding others' life experiences, this episode is for you!

To reach Dr. D: https://paradoxesofgender.com

To explore or order her books: Transgender Families or Adolescent Gender Affirming Medical and Behavioral Healthcare, both now available on Amazon

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What does women's empowerment look like in 2026? On this episode of Roaming with Restless Women, my guest Christine Curran and I explored this, and I loved her perspective! She’s redefining the word “diva” with her mastermind retreats. For her, it stands for:

Driven - Inspiring - Visionary - Authentic - Sisterhood

She believes empowerment is about being so confident in your own purpose that there’s no room for jealousy—only support for others. It’s about collaboration, not competition. This really resonated with me, especially thinking back to my own career in the 80s and 90s. The shift towards women genuinely supporting each other has been one of the most positive changes I've witnessed in business.

"We weren't built to journey alone—we were built for community." This line has been echoing in my mind. It’s such a simple but profound truth. Whether in business or life, we can't do it all by ourselves. Christine shared how bringing entrepreneurs together on her "Destination Divas" retreats to islands like Roatan creates incredible synergy. These connections have led to business deals, investments, and lifelong friendships. It's a powerful illustration of how collaboration "collapses time," helping everyone involved skip steps and level up faster than they could alone.

To reach Christine: www.diningempire.com download the network on any smart TV

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It was so enlightening to learn from my guest, Katherine Flechaus, that behaviors like perfectionism and people-pleasing aren't personality flaws. They’re actually protective strategies we developed in childhood.

For example, if you learned early on that being the "high achiever" earned you love and validation, you might carry that perfectionism into your adult life, leading to burnout. Her life coaching isn't about about "fixing" a behavior; it's about understanding the core belief it's protecting. It completely reframes how we see ourselves and our struggles.

Such a powerful shift in perspective!

To reach Katherine: https://www.alignedcorelifecoaching.com

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In this week's episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredible Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel's Labels, and let me tell you, this woman is a powerhouse. She’s a mom of six, a recovered lawyer (love that!), and an entrepreneur who turned a simple, everyday annoyance into a multi-million dollar brand.

Our conversation was packed with so much wisdom, and I left feeling incredibly inspired. Here are a couple of the gems that really stuck with me:

Your Next Big Idea Might Be Hiding in Plain Sight

How did Mabel’s Labels start? From the simple frustration of losing kids' stuff at daycare! Julie and her co-founders were tired of using masking tape and permanent markers to identify their kid's clothes, so they decided to create a better solution. It’s such a powerful reminder that the most brilliant business ideas often come from solving a problem that drives you crazy in your own life. What’s your "there must be a better way" moment?

From Toddlers to Grandparents: A Lesson in Evolving with Your Customers

This was a lightbulb moment for me. Mabel's Labels started with kids' stuff, but as their customers (and their own families) grew, they saw new needs. They now have labels for seniors in care homes—something I personally connected with while caring for my own mom. It’s a beautiful lesson in listening, adapting, and growing alongside the community you serve.

To reach Julie: https://www.mabelslabels.com

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Welcome back, restless roamers! In this episode of Roaming with Restless Women, we dive deep into the art of negotiation, tactical empathy, and communication under pressure—skills that can transform not just your professional life, but your relationships and personal growth.

Our guide is Annette Mullin, a former Las Vegas police officer turned negotiation coach with the Black Swan Group, founded by legendary FBI negotiator Chris Voss.

Annette’s journey from homicide investigations and crisis negotiation to teaching business leaders and everyday people how to communicate more effectively is packed with wisdom.

In this post, we break down the main themes and actionable tips from her conversation on the "Roaming with Restless Women" podcast, offering you a toolkit for high-stakes conversations, de-escalation, and building trust—whether you’re at the bargaining table, in a team meeting, or navigating family dynamics.

To reach Annette: [email protected] or https://www.blackswanltd.com

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In this inspiring episode of Roaming with Restless Women, host Julie welcomes Joyce Odidison — master certified coach, conflict analyst, and author of eight books! 🎉 Joyce shares her incredible journey from the Caribbean to Canada, diving into her passion for conflict resolution and resilience. She introduces her brand-new book, Cracking the Code on Your Resilience, exploring seven powerful "anchor streams" that help people navigate life's constant storms. From identity to purpose to protecting your energy, Joyce's wisdom is both practical and deeply transformative. This conversation will genuinely shift how you think about resilience!

To reach Joyce: https://www.interpersonalwellness.com

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On this episode of Roaming with Restless Women, I had an enlightening conversation with Dr. Lisa Campbell about the invisible burdens we all (especially women) carry. She calls them our "Seven Rocks."

Ever feel like something is holding you back, but you can't quite name it? It might be one of these:

Emotional weight: Unprocessed feelings.

Mental weight: Negative self-talk and limiting beliefs.

Historical weight: Past experiences that still define you.

Comparative weight: The pressure of measuring up to others.

Procrastination weight: The burden of delay.

Commitment weight: Over-committing or fearing commitment.

Physical weight: How your physical health impacts your energy.

Hearing her break it down was a huge lightbulb moment for me. Naming these "rocks" is the first step to finally setting them down. Which one resonates most with you today?

To reach Dr. Campbell: drlisalcampbell.org

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