How often do you find yourself overthinking a situation before you even walk into the room? In this episode of Women's Million Dollar Conversations, Alice Tang sits down with Jackie Seto, founder of Side People Consulting and a 35-year veteran of the semiconductor industry.

Jackie reveals why the biggest barrier to success is often "the thoughts in your own head" and shares her proven technique for "flipping the perspective" to overcome unconscious bias and anxiety. Whether you are an aspiring executive or an established entrepreneur, Jackie's advice on mindset and the courage to make timely decisions is a masterclass in professional growth.

In this episode, you'll learn:

- How to handle unconscious bias in male-dominated industries. - The "Positive Narrative" tool to stop negative self-talk. - Why the right decision made too late can be damaging.

The importance of walking into every room like you belong there.

Is your business sustainable or just busy?

Nina Byrd transitioned from advertising to business strategy to create a more intentional impact. Today, she joins Alice Tang to discuss the variables that allow a company to scale and why protecting your "human energy capital" is the key to long-term wealth.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of hiring an accountant and wealth manager early.

• How to use intuition to make high-stakes decisions.

• Surrounding yourself with a circle of high-achieving women.

Key Moments: 00:00 - Welcome to Women's Million Dollar Conversations 01:20 - Nina's first million-dollar deal story 05:04 - Navigating age and racial bias in business 08:39 - Number one piece of advice for women entrepreneurs 11:55 - High-stakes decision making & "Shower Tips" 16:41 - The WORST advice Nina ever received

What does it take to bring in $1 million in business in a single year? Attorney Laura Salerno Owens joins Alice Tang to reveal how she transitioned from a new lawyer to a powerhouse rainmaker in just 10 years—all while taking two full maternity leaves. In this episode, Laura breaks down why your biggest competitor isn't external bias, but your own self-limiting beliefs.

In this episode, you'll learn:

- How to turn "rainmaking" into a daily habit. - Why delegating to a trusted team is the secret to scaling. - The liberating philosophy of making high-stakes decisions without regret.

00:00 – Welcome to Women's Million Dollar Conversations

01:11 – Defining the $1M Mark: Bringing in business

01:59 – Celebrating wins: Why Laura took her team to Vegas

03:40 – Overcoming the "Insidious" Bias: Self-limiting beliefs

04:33 – Rainmaking as a habit, not a chore

05:57 – Making business development fun (and involving family)

07:23 – How to make high-stakes decisions with rigor

09:00 – Why "Paralysis by Indecision" is a trap

11:14 – The best advice: "Why not you?"