Working Girls Don't Gatekeep

Maddie Theisen is the Head of Customer Success at a Salt Lake City, UT based company.

Previously, she was a technical recruiter, so she has some VERY important tips for us on how to get a job and what to do when applying for jobs.

She also shares tips on negotiating your offer when that time comes! 

Other topics we cover:

-Mentorship doesn't have to be so formal
-Women only go for jobs that they are 80% qualified for vs Men going for jobs they are only 40% qualified for.
-It pays to be “delusional” even if i dont have the right qualifications 
-Be intentional and specific and tailored when applying for jobs rather than blasting out your resume 
-Informational interviews 
-People like helping people 
-Local networking events and local user groups - using MeetUp

Suggested Book: The Defining Decade 

Maddie's LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-theisen-3a3923109/ 


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How this graphic art designer turned her life long passion of art into a full time career.

Using TikTok, Nicole Weber was able to take her side hustle creating logos and branding for small companies into a full time career where she now has clients across the world and a few employees working for her.

Being a natural introvert, Nicole never saw herself as an entrepreneur but as her confidence was able to build, she has learned to love being a business owner.

Nicole shares her tips to grow your social media - especially on TikTok

How to understand things that you love doing can actually become a full time income career.

Balancing being a business owner, boss, social media manager, and also learning along the way on how to manage taxes, continue to grow, have customer meetings etc. The best way to learn this is really to just start before you're ready and use your resources like friends and family and also YouTube.

How to Contact Nicole Weber Designs:

https://www.nicoleweberdesign.me/

https://www.instagram.com/nicoleweberdesign/?hl=en

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Today we meet with Courtney Roth, a business owner of a Lash Business in the SW Metro of Minneapolis, MN.

She started her career as a teacher, and listened to God's calling for her to eventually open up her own business called Found and Favor.

Topics we cover:

Following the talent and opportunities that God has blessed her with has rewarded her tenfold. It took a lot of faith, surrender, prayer, and trust but she is confident that she is in the right space. 
Choosing a business name that doesnt pigeonhole her company to just Lash Extensions. It allows her brand to grow
Taking a big risk allowed Found and Favor to blossom and take off by operating in a lash salon suite
The grind of starting a business is inevitable but finding a way to intentionally scale is the way that all business owners should consider. 
Talking about hiring her first employee
How to make money with your business without even being there.
What its like to be fully booked at your business 
She also mentions that your purpose does not need to come from your career. Something I live on as well

You can find Courtney Roth below:

@ foundandfavormpls
https://www.foundandfavormpls.com/ 
[email protected] 
Dave Ramsey Entre Leadership 
Jordan Lee Dooney The Starter LINK
Business secrets from the Bible

My 2023 5 Star Books + Books I wouldn’t recommend 
My wishlist of people I want to interview in 2024 - if you have any one who I should interview or if you want to be interviewed I would be honored! Please reach out! 
My 2024 Goals + my 2023 reflections
Goal Setting Tips 

-“My kids are not sensitive, they are just not DE-Sensitized” 

We discuss home schooling and where to start, curriculum for home schooling, the lifestyle and schedule of this, 
Other topics:
- Financial Freedom of being an entrepreneur 
- Saying sorry to our kids
- How to have multiple streams of income to allow you to stay at home with your kids 
- Home Birth 
- The importance that she is the one raising her kids the majority of the time 
- Consistency in her online business by showing up allows her to make a full time income 

- Creating an online community + Tips on how to have an engaged community of followers on social media 
- Household tasks delegation 
- My hot take on why I don't like the book Atomic Habits for Women
- Movies and TV shows that are OK for kids vs. Disney

The Good and the Beautiful curriculum LINK

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Part 1 of the Stay At Home Moms series with Working Girls Don't Gatekeep kicks off with my high school tennis friend Kirsten Shultz, a mom of a toddler and a set of twins!

Kirsten has always had a job ever since she was 15 years old. Being a stay at home mom for her has been the most meaningful job by far.

She talks through the way that she finds a routine with three kids, and also validation in herself as a mom knowing that the most important thing is to raise the next generation.

Our guest today not only shares the joys and challenges of her chosen path but also delves into the unexpected sacrifices and the significance she finds in being the primary caregiver for her little ones.

Join us as we hear firsthand about the hurdles she faces, the moments that bring her unparalleled joy, and the profound impact on her identity. It's a conversation that goes beyond the surface, delving into the complexities of choosing to prioritize family over a conventional career.

So, whether you're a parent, soon-to-be parent, or someone navigating the intricacies of personal identity, this episode is bound to resonate.

Stay tuned for a conversation that might just change the way you perceive the costs and rewards of parenting.

Time Stamps:

My intro: 14.22 Seconds

Kirsten's Discussion Begins: 03:58 minutes

Corporate Public Relations + Public Speaking Coach: Stephanie Butler shares with us the journey from a Strategic Communications major with a background in Public Speaking, to her Corporate Communications and public relations position. Stephanie also owns her own coaching business helping individuals prepare speeches, prepare for asking for a raise or promotion, and tips on presenting to leadership thru effective communication.

She shares her experience of how speaking up in a corporate setting helped jumpstart her career. "The risk of not speaking out could outweigh the risk of speaking out/"

I loved this conversation because she is in the thick of it (as we all are) in balancing a corporate job and also building her own business. So often, there are podcast episodes that share the CEO's journey looking back but rarely are there conversations that share what it's like to be in the middle of creating and building a business while also working a full time job. I'm thankful for Stephs vulnerability in sharing this with us.

Other topics we cover:

Interviewing for a job year end reviews asking for a raise

Top quick tips to be a  good speaker who is new or uncomfortable

Creating a community and membership to talk about presentations and memorization in presenting.

Overcome imposter syndrome in a corporate setting

Strategic Communications common career path

You can find Steph on Instagram and on her BEAUTIFUL website below!

@stephanielaurenbutler IG

https://www.voiceswhowill.com/ 

In this interview, I spoke with Anna Rose, a skilled hairstylist in Naples, Florida, who initially hesitated to pursue her passion due to familiarity with basic $20 haircuts. 
 

Anna delves into the world of hairstyling, highlighting the potential for immense success, creative expression, and personal freedom, especially for those who own their own salon.

 She generously shares valuable tips on embarking on a hairstyling career and draws insightful comparisons between working at a salon and owning one. 

Tune in to discover the surprising aspects of the hairstyling profession that Anna unveils, shedding light on a dynamic and fulfilling career path.

Follow Anna on IG to schedule your hair appt: @looksByARose 

Our pop culture moment is about Dazzle Dry and Nuuly

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As a woman in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Nathalie encourages and empowers other women to pursue careers in finance. 

During our conversation, Nathalie discussed the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned along the way. From debunking myths about gender roles in finance to highlighting the importance of mentorship and support networks, Nathalie's insights shed light on the possibilities for women in the financial sector.

Throughout the interview, Nathalie highlighted the contrast between her past and present roles, expressing a genuine appreciation for the shift towards corporate finance. Her story is a testament to the diverse opportunities within the finance sector and the importance of finding a niche that aligns with one's strengths and passions.

Join us as Nathalie takes us behind the scenes of her day-to-day life, offering valuable insights for aspiring finance professionals and anyone curious about the multifaceted nature of corporate finance. This episode is a must-listen for those navigating their career paths or contemplating a transition within the finance industry. Tune in to Working Girls Don't Gatekeep for an engaging conversation with Nathalie on the evolution of her career and the exciting challenges she tackles in the world of corporate finance.

Pop Culture Moment:
Danny Morel + Joe Dispenza Podcasts

Book Recommendation :
OVERCOMING UNDEREARNING
Secrets of Six Figure Women

Grayce Petersen is a medical sales rep in the textile industry.

She walks us through what it's like to get into a desired medical sales rep career, how it looks completely different than a 9-5 desk job and it allows her to get outside of her house and have a different schedule every day. Medical Sales is something that requires some creativity in how to pitch yourself and your brand.

She shares with us her tips on how to be a good sales rep which is actually how to NOT be sales-y! 

Questions that we discuss:

How to handle rejection in the Medical Sales Industry and not take rejection personally (hint: it takes time)

Do you need an internship?

Do you need to be a biology or medical school track to get this job?

How do I find an open rep spot in my territory?

What is it like to have a job that you are on the road traveling the majority of the time outside of your house?

How to show value and benefit to your customers to have them make a change to buy your product!

Most embarrassing moment in her career

The importance of networking specifically to get this type of career.
The importance of listening to what jobs and careers make YOU happy.

You don't need to have a professional internship and it's OK to have fun jobs like serving or working at a golf course. 

Pop Culture Moment:

Travis + Taylor

How to reach out to Grayce:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/grayce-petersen-84418616a