In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I step away from my usual guest interviews to share a personal story. I open up about my recent journey of writing a book, including the self-doubt and imposter syndrome that came with it. I also reflect on the challenges of promoting myself, the importance of stepping outside my comfort zone, and the encouragement I felt when a publisher expressed interest in my manuscript. Beyond my own experience, I explore the broader idea of what it means to “play a bigger game” in our professional lives. This episode is an invitation to confront your fears, embrace discomfort, and keep moving toward your aspirations.

In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom about Conventional Wisdom, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with her friend and commercial real estate attorney, Katie Phetteplace of Star Finley, to unpack how authenticity, leadership, and resilience can transform the way we approach business and life.

In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Aurora Winter bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Same Page Publishing*. Aurora helps entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals clarify their message, write their books faster, and leverage storytelling to attract clients, investors, and media attention.

This week, I sit down with Julio Gonzalez, CEO of VCTO Business Consulting, who helps small and midsize businesses grow through structure, efficiency, and smart use of technology.

In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Alessandro to explore what it really means to find purpose in your work.

From leaving the corporate grind to pursuing values-driven projects, Alessandro shares how he reshaped his career path, the challenges of redefining success, and why alignment matters more than external validation.

🌟 What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why chasing “success” often leads to burnout

How purpose-driven work creates long-term fulfillment

The importance of aligning your values with your career

Lessons from Alessandro’s personal journey

Connect with Alessandro:

Website: https://wholegrainwisdom.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandro-grampa/

X (Twitter): https://x.com/alegrampa

If you’ve ever questioned whether the traditional definition of success is really worth it, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective.

👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations with people who are rewriting the rules of success.

In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom Podcast, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Leilani Quiray, founder and CEO of Be the Change HR.

in this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Steve Perry, founder of The Well Recruiting Solutions. Steve’s journey is anything but ordinary — from starting as a 20-year-old financial advisor in Alaska, to becoming the youngest senior partner at New York Life, to walking away from a \$900k corporate career to build something truly his own.

In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, host Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Leah Carter, Head of Digital Product and Consumer Engagement at Reckitt for Enfamil.

Leah shares her journey from graphic design to leading a large team at a major corporation — and how she’s stayed true to her own way of doing things while navigating corporate life. From the power of asking for what you want, to redefining success as a leader, to giving (and receiving) feedback that actually helps people grow, Leah’s insights are both refreshing and practical.

We cover:

Why “reading the room” might be your most underrated leadership skill

How to manage people smarter than you — and why that’s a strength, not a threat

The fine line between personal and professional life at work

Dealing with imposter syndrome and speaking up anyway

It’s a candid, inspiring conversation for anyone who wants to lead with confidence, empathy, and a bit of rule-breaking flair.

Welcome to another episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom!🎙️ 

I’m absolutely thrilled to be speaking with Brandon V. Woodward—a powerhouse business attorney, straight-shooting leader, and real talker on everything from the courtroom to the conference room.

With over two decades of experience in business litigation, foreclosures, bankruptcy, and complex mergers, Brandon V. Woodward brings a wealth of legal expertise to the table. But what makes this conversation truly unmissable isn’t just his knowledge—it’s his unfiltered insight into what it really takes to lead a successful firm.

Here’s a taste of what we dive into:

The identity crises that happen when your business grows faster than you do

What it means to lead a company where loyalty flows both ways

The ongoing dance of charging what your work is truly worth

Why being the calm one at work can leave you falling apart at home

How he deals with the voice that still asks, “Who do you think you are?”—even after 25 years in business

Brandon pulls back the curtain on what it means to grow, lead, and stay grounded—without losing yourself or your standards along the way.

🎧 If you're leading at the edge of what you know, this one's for you.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with tech entrepreneur and startup founder Eric McHugh for a truly thought-provoking conversation on what it means to lead from within. Eric shares his unique philosophy that blends mindfulness, spirituality, and business — including how meditation, energetic alignment, and "help-offs" can drive real innovation and better leadership.