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#29 - Kate Neligan was living what she thought to be her best life in corporate America as she chased a dream of becoming a Hollywood movie mogul for more than 10 years.  

Today, Kate has left the city life behind and now serves the equestrian industry as an Equine Partnered Life and Career Coach. She joins The Leadline to talk about how her words, thoughts, and manifestation played a huge role in her career shift. 

You'll hear from Kate:

• Why clarity is a key factor in achieving your goals
• Using your jealous emotions to uncover what you really want
• How manifestation is something that anyone can benefit from no matter where you are in your journey

Connect with Kate:

Website: kateneligan.com
Instagram: @kateneliganequinecoach
Facebook Group: Awakening With Equines

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#28 - Lela Reynolds is the powerhouse behind Cavaliere Couture, a line of athletically inspired equestrian wear for the stylish rider that strongly advocates for body positivity, self-care, and mental health.

In this episode, Lela shares the story of how wearing her yoga pants to the barn one day inspired her to create a line of riding tights to help riders be more comfortable in the saddle.  She also gives listeners a glimpse into her struggle with Cushing's disease, how this has impacted her as a rider, and why promoting body positivity is such an important part of her brand messaging. 

Tune in to hear this inspirational message of why being your true self always wins no matter what others may say.

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Connect with Lela:

Company Website: cavalierecouture.com
Company Instagram: @cavalierecouture
Personal Instagram: @_lelaalice_

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#27 - Everybody and their brother started a podcast during the big stay-at-home boom we all know as 2020. With the podcasting space becoming so saturated, is there still room for aspiring equestrian hosts? Glenn Hebert of Horse Radio Network says there is, but it's more work than you might think.

Before you sit down behind the mic, tune in to hear Glenn share: 

• How to know if podcasting is right for you
• The best online resources for newbie podcasters
• Tips to avoid the inevitable "pod fade" 
• The ONE big rule Glenn shares with every host

And a bonus tip for all of our listeners who've been asking:

• How to pitch your equestrian show to Horse Radio Network

Connect with Glenn at the links below:

Website: horseradionetwork.com
Patreon: /horseradionetwork
Email: glenn[at]horseradionetwork.com

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#26 - Are you spending too much time on mundane tasks in your business? It’s easy to get comfortable doing what you’ve always done, especially when it’s worked well in the past. Could it be time to update your processes for the sake of your customers and your bank account?

In this episode, Lindsey Ardmore (The Automated Vet) joins the show to talk about how horse business owners and equine professionals can take a few simple steps to gain more freedom while simultaneously growing your business profits and keeping your customers happy at the same time.

You'll hear from Lindsey:

• Why every business professional should consider using automated systems
• The one thing everyone should automate FIRST (it might not be what you think)
• Which platforms Lindsey personally uses on a daily business

Connect with Lindsey Ardmore of The Automated Vet below:

Website: theautomatedvet.com
Instagram: @lindseyardmore
Facebook: /theautomatedvet

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This episode is brought to you by GGT Footing, offering world-class footing blends for every arena and discipline. Whether you are in need of an arena makeover or you just need to freshen up your footing, GGT's expert team can help you design exactly what you need. Learn more at ggtfooting.com.

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#25 - In September of 2021, I attended the American Horse Publications conference for equine media and business professionals. I posted updates about my experience on social media and discovered that many of The Leadline listeners and community members had questions about the AHP conference and membership opportunities. 

In this episode, you'll hear about: 

• The annual AHP conference
• Membership levels
• Equine Media Awards

...and more!

NOTE: This interview was previously recorded as a live social media broadcast which can be found in The Leadline Facebook community. 

Connect with AHP at the links below:

Website: americanhorsepubs.org
Instagram: @ahorsepubs
Facebook: /americanhorsepublications
Email Inquiries: [email protected]

Planning to join American Horse Publications? Don't forget to let them know you were referred by Mandee atThe Leadline! The Leadline may receive a small commission in the form of a credit towards the annual conference in exchange for the referral.

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#24 - Sally Batton served as the Director of Riding and Varsity Equestrian Head Coach at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH for over 30 years. During this time, she was named the American Riding Instructor's Association 2008 Instructor of the Year, awarded the 2013 Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) Lifetime Achievement Award, and was also inducted into the 2020 IHSA Hall of Fame.

Today, Sally is the president and founder of the Athletic Equestrian League, an organization of equestrian athletes who compete in practical horsemanship. She joins the show to share her tips for aspiring equestrian clinicians and how she gets paid to teach her highly sought-after polocrosse and jumping clinics in destination locations such as Alaska, Hawaii, and South Africa. You'll also hear about her upcoming book release, The Athletic Equestrian: Ride Like a Varsity Athlete, which is available for pre-order now.

Connect with Sally at the links below:

Website: athleticequestrian.com
Instagram: @athleticequestrian
Facebook: /athleticequestrian
Email Inquiries: [email protected]

Be sure to let Sally know that you heard her interview on The Leadline!

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This episode is brought to you by EquiDirectory, an online horse business directory and marketplace. List your business for free today by downloading the EquiDirectory app or visiting EquiDirectory.net.

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#23 - Have you ever shared an idea or a dream with someone only to be shot down or made to feel as though it didn’t matter?

Carly Kade, author of the In the Reins book series and host of the Equestrian Author Spotlight podcast, was working a full-time corporate position when she began to pen the very first novel in her 4-book series. As the initial chapters began to come to life, so did Carly's excitement, leading her to share some of her early pages with someone close to her. The response left Carly feeling severe self-doubt and disappointment that nearly caused her to quit writing entirely.

Tune in to hear Carly's story and tips which serve as an important lesson in knowing who to trust with your dreams.

Connect with Carly at the links below:

Website: carlykadecreative.com
Instagram: @carlykadecreative
Facebook: /carlykadecreative

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Thank you to The Leadline's podcast editor, Victoria Brock, for all of her amazing work on this episode. If you're enjoying the podcast, come join The Leadline Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded equine business owners and learn more about online workshops, upcoming events, and networking opportunities. Show notes and additional information are available at www.theleadlinepodcast.com.  

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#22 - Named one of the top 50 wedding photographers in the US in 2014, Minnesota-native Shelley Paulson was traveling for work when she experienced a seemingly minor accident at a rental car center that would change her life forever.

When she returned home, Shelley knew something was seriously wrong when stifling headaches began to impact her ability to get around with a camera. Further tests confirmed the worst; her "minor" accident had caused traumatic brain injury.

Tune in to hear the story of how a heartbreaking diagnosis and true leap of faith led this award-wedding equestrian photographer to walk away from weddings and create a happier (and more profitable) life than ever before.

Connect with Shelley at the links below:

Website: shelleypaulson.com
Instagram: @shelleypaulsonphotography
Instagram: @raisingmaisyjoy

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#021 - Jamie Samples of Yellow Barn Media has been hustling as a business owner for the past 15 years. Despite her drive and passion, there was one goal she always seemed to miss year after year: earning a 6-figure salary.

Like many entrepreneurs, Jamie believed that doing everything herself was the key to saving loads of money and achieving success. She chased all of the things that everyone says you SHOULD do as a business owner, but still struggled to produce the results she was after. What was she doing wrong?

Tune in to hear the changes that this passionate equestrian professional finally implemented in 2021 to reach that big $xxx,xxx goal and permanently transform her mindset.

Connect with Jamie at the links below:

Website
Instagram

Click here to see Jamie's Instagram post that we reference during this episode.

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#020 - Being a business owner can be a lonely place. What do you do when you find relationships dwindling because your friends or family can't relate to the commitment and dedication you have towards building your future?

In this Friendsgiving special, The Leadline welcomes Abriana Johnson (Black Unicorn Creative), Megan Campbell (M Campbell VA Services), and Heather Wallace (The Timid Rider) to talk all about the pursuit of friendships that encourage and inspire us as businesswomen.

Need a friend in your corner? Come connect with us on social media!

Abriana Johnson @theabrianaj
Heather Wallace @timidrider
Megan Campbell @mcampbellvaservice
Mandee Flanders @mandeeflanders | @theleadlinepodcast

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