Women Killing It!

In this episode, DJ Jolene shares her fascinating life story and career. From a religious upbringing in which her school forbid dancing, to studying religion and philosophy at Oxford, to embracing her true passion -- making people dance -- Jolene's path will inspire you to do what you love.

In the ongoing quest for women to "have it all," Sheri Scott is one woman who figured it out. Despite the architecture field being male-dominated and notoriously inflexible, Sheri sought out and found a part time job that allowed her to build a family and a successful career. She bravely launched Scott Architecture at the start of the last recession, and she is preparing to grow it even further as she approaches the empty nest phase of life. Listen to Sheri's inspiring story of creating her own reality, paying it forward, and choosing her priorities rather than having them chosen for her.

Anna and Annie are ambitious women who faced a rude awakening upon becoming mothers. They both tried a reduced work schedule, but it didn't work at all. Concluding that "exhaustion is not a status symbol," Annie and Anna set about to revolutionize the working world for women -- to create flexibility without compromising pay or ambition, to allow women to pursue their dream careers and caregiving simultaneously. Listen to their story of founding Werk and get excited about the possibilities!

Failure is an option, says Alex Moroch, founder of the Los Angeles-based FEM Marketing. On this episode, Alex talks about her fearless career path and provides advice for others seeking more fulfilling careers. Hear how Alex learned not to be afraid to ask questions and to ask for the help of others to maximize her impact.

Failure is an option, says Alex Moroch, founder of the Los Angeles-based FEM Marketing. On this episode, Alex talks about her fearless career path and provides advice for others seeking more fulfilling careers.  Hear how Alex learned not to be afraid to ask questions and to ask for the help of others to maximize her impact. 

Dara Lamb started her company Dara Lamb Couture in 1985 after wearing the right outfit changed her life. As a young woman in a male dominated industry, Dara struggled to find the right apparel to convey she deserved a seat at the table. But when she found the perfect suit, her career took off. She became passionate about dressing women for leadership and creating clothes that meet powerful women at their level. Three decades later, her company continues its track record of success.

Dara Lamb started her company Dara Lamb Couture in 1985 after wearing the right outfit changed her life.  As a young woman in a male dominated industry, Dara struggled to find the right apparel to convey she deserved a seat at the table.  But when she found the perfect suit, her career took off.  She became passionate about dressing women for leadership and creating clothes that meet powerful women at their level.  Three decades later, her company continues its track record of success. 

When it comes to making lemonade out of life's lemons, Jennifer Wilkov is a master. Her world came crashing down when she served time in one of the nation's most violent prisons, Rikers Island, for a white collar crime for which she was later exonerated. Jennifer's experience inspired her to start Speak Up Women, an annual conference that helps women find their voice and create the kind of life they want to live. Listen for Jennifer's story of strength and resilience and learn the importance of putting yourself first.

When it comes to making lemonade out of life's lemons, Jennifer Wilkov is a master.  Her world came crashing down when she served time in one of the nation's most violent prisons, Rikers Island, for a white collar crime for which she was later exonerated.  Jennifer's experience inspired her to start Speak Up Women, an annual conference that helps women find their voice and create the kind of life they want to live. Listen for Jennifer's story of strength and resilience and learn the importance of putting yourself first.

This week we are announcing our first in a series of challenges designed to take your career to the next level. We think it's time to put all the amazing advice we've been hearing to work for us. Give it a try and tell us how it goes! Email us or tell us on social media. We'll be back next week with another inspiring interview from a woman who is killing it in her career.