She’s Ambitious AF

She’s Ambitious AF

By Angelica MaestasBusinessEntrepreneurship
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She’s Ambitious AF episodes

  • Grateful and Growing: Lessons in Boldness and Balance

    In this Thanksgiving mini-episode, Angelica gets real about gratitude—beyond the turkey and table talk. She shares how she’s giving back by opening doors for women in exclusive spaces, spills on finding her voice in intimidating rooms, and dishes out hard-earned lessons on setting boundaries and reclaiming her energy. It’s a heartfelt, no-fluff reflection on growth, grit, and the courage to celebrate yourself this season.

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    12 min
  • Ditching the Shame: Owning Your Journey, No Apologies

    Tune in for a raw, fearless conversation about embracing unapologetic power with Dr. 'V' Boykin. From single mom, stripper, and felon to doctor, speaker, and author of Fix Your Face and Watch Your Tone, Dr. 'V' shares how she found purpose despite adversity and the importance and power that comes with owning your story.

    Follow Dr. V on YouTube @Dr.VBoykin and LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drv-boykin/

     

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    34 min
  • From Landing to Zeen: A Story of Evolution and Focus

    Join us as we chat with Miri Buckland and Ellie Buckingham, the powerhouse duo behind Zeen. We dive into their incredible journey from building the creative powerhouse Landing to evolving into Zeen, a platform revolutionizing visual and shoppable blogs. Discover the challenges they faced, the key lessons they learned about focus and iteration, and the passion that fuels their mission to empower global creativity.

    Check out Zeen at: https://info.myzeen.app/ 

    Follow Miri Buckland and Ellie Buckingham on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miri-buckland-42620679/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellie-buckingham-305817b4/

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    24 min
  • More Than a Business: The Power of Purpose and People

    Mandy Thompson, founder of Digital Reach Online Solutions, talks about building a professional services business driven by purpose and people. Mandy shares lessons from her journey through four ventures, including the challenges of scaling a remote team and the rewards of working alongside her wife. Listen in for insights on creating a culture of trust, staying adaptable, and leading with intention beyond the bottom line.

    Learn more about Digital Reach at: https://www.digitalreachos.com/

    Follow Mandy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-thompson-digital-reach/ 

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    27 min
  • Adulting with Ambition: Building Money Mastery for Gen Z

    Aleksandra Medina and Katrin Kaurov, founders of Frich, share how they turned social spending pressures into a FinTech platform helping Gen Z build money mastery. Get the inside scoop on how these two young founders raised $2.8M, navigated 300+ pitches, and proved the skeptics wrong by staying true to their vision.

    Learn more about Frich at https://www.getfrich.com/. 

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    43 min
  • (Re-release) Grit Unveiled: Defying Impossible Odds

    While I'm on travel, I wanted to bring back one of the most downloaded episodes we've had on the show. It’s a powerful conversation about resilience, grit, and pushing through when the odds seem impossible. This episode truly captures the spirit of perseverance and unfiltered authenticity.

    So, whether you’re tuning in for the first time or revisiting a favorite, I hope you find some renewed inspiration from this incredible story with Janelle Johnson. Enjoy "Grit Unveiled: Defying Impossible Odds," and I’ll be back soon with more fresh content!

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    46 min
  • Mama's Superpowers: Lessons from Parenthood to Entrepreneurship

    In this mini edition of She's Ambitious AF, Angelica Maestas shares reflections brought on from her daughter's wedding festivities. Drawing parallels between parenthood and entrepreneurship, Angelica dives into the power of patience, celebrating small wins, and learning from mistakes—whether you're raising a child or building a business. Tune in to hear how the lessons learned from motherhood translate into invaluable superpowers for any ambitious entrepreneur.

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    6 min
  • Hormones 101: It's Not Just About Fertility

    Join us as we chat with Aagya Mathur, co-founder and CEO of Aavia, the game-changing hormone health app. We're busting myths and exploring how hormones impact your daily life - far beyond just fertility. Discover how this MIT grad turned personal struggle into a tech solution, navigating the challenges of women's health entrepreneurship along the way. From pitch competitions to partnering with Mayo Clinic, Aagya shares insights that'll change how you think about hormones and startups alike. Get ready for some eye-opening revelations about your body and the world of fem tech!

    Learn more about Aavia at https://aavia.io/

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    28 min
  • Embracing the Messy Middle: The Non-Linear Path to VC Success

    Venture into the unpredictable world of VC fundraising with Genevieve LeMarchal, founder of Suncoast Ventures. This episode peels back the curtain on the realities of building a fund from scratch, revealing the unexpected twists, hard-won lessons, and unconventional strategies that paved the way. Discover how embracing uncertainty, building a diverse team, and maintaining optimism in the face of setbacks can lead to triumph in the high-stakes realm of venture capital.

    Follow Genevieve on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievelemarchal/

    And check out her podcast at: https://www.adventureouspodcast.com/about 

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    32 min
  • The Co-Founder Conundrum: The Unspoken Challenges of Founding Together

    Dive into the high-stakes world of startup partnerships as we unravel the co-founder conundrum with BFF and former co-founder, Stefany Goradia. From equity splits to friendship fallouts, we're talking unfiltered truths about founding together. Discover why two heads aren't always better than one and whether mixing business with besties is brilliant or disastrous. Whether you're contemplating a partnership or already in the trenches, this episode is your survival guide to the wild ride of co-founding. 

    Check out our previous episode, Failed Partnerships: Ingredients for a Beautiful Disaster if you want to hear more reflections on our flops.

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    27 min

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A bold and empowering podcast that turns up the volume on female entrepreneurship! We dive headfirst into the wild world of boss babes, where we spill the tea on all things ambition, success, and…