So Fail So Good

Brandyn Negri is the founder of Live Your Yes, a coaching platform that works with career professionals and business owners to help them overcome obstacles that get in the way of growing their business and careers. Brandyn is my business coach and has changed my life. So I’m a little biased. Brandyn truly has a heart of gold and has challenged me in the best way possible. But before Brandyn found coaching, her path was filled with major challenges, disappointment and failure. She opens up about the most difficult moments in her life and how she found the resilience and humility within to drive her purpose forward.  This is our season one finale! We have been on quite a journey together guys - talking through all the shapes and sizes of failures and seeing the beautiful growth it can bring us. Thank you so much for listening. I really appreciate each and every one of you.  I’m excited to keep bringing failure into the light where it belongs. - Laura‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource:The Man in the Arena, Theodore RooseveltWant to connect with Brandyn?Website: http://liveyouryes.com/Instagram: @liveyouryes For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Juhi Gupta is the founder and CEO of Frego Foods. She became an entrepreneur later in life after working 17 years in the corporate world in finance for massive companies like Texaco and Pillsbury. Inspired while packing lunches for her two young boys in 2012, Juhi created Frego an award-winning patented glass and silicone food container. When Juhi and I first spoke, she got 5 minutes into her story and I knew this woman was a hard worker. She goes after what she wants with a steadfast and clear direction - Juhi is smart as a whip and yet incredibly humble about failure along the way. Juhi’s story shows the harsh realities we are faced with when failure hits and we are forced to question everything. ‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource:“Why Failure is the Foundation of Innovation,” by Paul Shoemaker https://www.inc.com/paul-schoemaker/brilliant-failures/why-failure-is-the-foundation-of-innovation.html For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Ali Kaplan is the editor in chief of Twin Cities Business magazine and hosts the new TCB podcast ‘By All Means’ - a podcast that highlights businesses across Minnesota. She also has her own brand and blog ‘Ali Shops’ which plays a role in the story you hear today. I have always felt a strong connection to Ali - We are both Wisconsin badgers and we both graduated from the UW-Madison Journalism school. Ali’s story shines in realizing when it’s time to move on. And when you’re able to make that choice, a new path can clear.‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: "12 Clear Signs It's Time To  Pivot Your Business" by Forbes Coaches Council.”https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2018/03/06/12-clear-signs-its-time-to-pivot-your-business/Want to connect with Ali? Twitter: @alishops Instagram: @alishops For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Megan Gonzalez  is the inspiration and director behind MaeMae, a creative agency bringing daydreams to life. Megan truly brightens a room - not just with her outfit and love for color but her attitude and spirit make you feel so at ease. Megan’s story is very honest and I was truly inspired by her grit and ability to rebuild.  At one point in our conversation she said, ‘I hated my business’ and that struck a nerve for me.If you are a small business owner the day has likely hit where you have thought this. Megan just has the courage to say it outloud and share how she turned that around.Want to connect with Megan? Website: https://maemaeco.com/Instagram: @maemae_co ‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: The Psychological Price of Entrepreneurship by Jessica Bruder https://www.inc.com/magazine/201309/jessica-bruder/psychological-price-of-entrepreneurship.htmlFor more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

If you’re from the Twin Cities you likely know Falen Bonsett as the co-host of the Dave Ryan in the Morning show on 101.3 KDWB. Falen also hosts the "Heartbroken” Podcast from iheartmedia. She knows exactly who she is and that’s something I find very infectious to be around. If I had to sum up the interview today in one word it would be “tenacious”. Falen does not quit. Falen’s journey to becoming a queen of Twin Cities radio was not an easy path by any means and she shares all the twists and turns.‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource:  “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance” by Angela Duckworth.https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Passion-Perseverance-Angela-Duckworth/dp/1501111108 Want to connect with Falen? Website: https://kdwb.iheart.com/featured/falen/ Instagram: @falenkdwbFor more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Today on the show we have Jasmine Rukim. In the interview you hear me refer to her as Jasmine Russell, that’s because we spoke to her just before her wedding. Jasmine is the CEO and co-founder of Monicat Data- a strategic agency providing data management and technology solutions for the creative economy.  She also teaches as an adjunct professor of creative project management at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Jasmine is an incredibly thoughtful, intelligent and kind hearted person. Every time I speak with Jasmine I’m fully locked in because she is so intentional in the way she communicates. She’s a calming force - she’s one of those people that after you spend time with you are like - ah I feel so much more zen just by being around you. When can we hang out again? Jasmine’s story shows us how trauma can have an impact on our professional life and entrepreneurs in particular face a unique set of challenges. Today’s conversation with Jasmine includes discussion of gun violence so if that’s a difficult topic for you, please take care while listening. ‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: Want to connect with Jasmine? Website: www.jasminerukim.com Instagram: @jasminerukim For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Maria Jacquemetton is a writer producer on a little show called Mad Men. She and her writing partner (also her husband) Andre have won three Emmys, four Writers Guild of America Awards, and two Producers Guild Awards for Producer of the Year. And guys! Maria wrote the late 90s classic Billboard Dad! You remember, the movie starring Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen where they print a personal ad on a billboard for their newly single dad. It was a classic and is really bringing me back. Maria is completely gracious and humble and it’s an honor to share her story with you - one that certainly has its share ofhigh highs and low lows. ‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: “Relationships are like gardening - you reap what you sow,” by Tre Wee https://medium.com/the-mission/relationships-are-like-gardening-you-reap-what-you-sow-2979a1c7b3f5For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Robyn Frank is the founder and CEO of Thumbs Cookies - the most addictive cookies you will ever eat. Where to begin with my sweet friend Robyn. Since meeting Robyn she has brought a huge extra dose of joy into my life. She is so passionate about what she does and makes anyone in her orbit feel incredibly special to be part of it. Today we hear about her journey from aspiring actress to tiny cookie queen. With a few fun stops along the way like her time being a ‘hot dogger’ traveling cross country in a giant weinermobile. Robyn’s story is filled with plenty of moments where a lot of people would have given up. You can feel Robyns positive spirit and confidence in our interview - even in her most difficult moments. ‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: “Break Free: The Courage the Reinvent Yourself and Your Career” by Lou Blaser. https://www.amazon.com/Break-Free-Courage-Reinvent-Yourself/dp/1537077805Want to connect with Robyn? Website: https://www.thumbscookies.com/Instagram: @thumbscookiesFor more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Rebecca Kolls was a former contributor on Good Morning America - she was also the executive producer and host of "Rebecca's Garden." Rebecca is now a Director/Analyst for Gartner as a strategic advisor to major brands surrounding consumer trends. Talk about a powerhouse. This is a woman with a strong internal compass that I greatly admire. You will probably be asking yourself at the end of this interview - what can’t this woman do?‘Did You Notice’ Segment Resource: It’s time to retire the word failure and use this word instead,’ by John Brandon  https://www.inc.com/john-brandon/its-time-to-retire-the-word-failure-and-use-this-word-instead.htmlFor more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.

Failing is universal. So, let’s talk about it. Host Laura Roos explores resilience with strong women and their hardest moments. The show explores the different shapes and sizes of failure through personal stories from female powerhouses. The feeling of failure hurts, but if we face it together, your next big idea might be on the other side. For more information, check out the website: sofailsogood.comMatriarch Digital Media (matriarchdm.com) produces this and other podcasts that understand, encourage and uplift women.