Earned Wisdom! For Accomplished Leaders

#37 Earned Wisdom! For the Accomplished Leader with Koma Gandy

Join us in this episode of Earned Wisdom! as we delve into the fascinating world of leadership, uncovering the barriers that often hinder talented women and underrepresented individuals from realizing their true potential in the workplace. 

Our special guest, Koma Gandy, brings a wealth of experience as a former Naval officer turned VP of Curriculum at Codecademy. She opens up about her remarkable journey as a successful leader and coach of the men’s rugby team in the US Navy, shedding light on valuable insights and strategies to conquer imposter syndrome and seek support in the face of challenging work environments. Notably, Koma made history as the first woman to be permanently stationed aboard a ship, defying expectations and breaking down barriers.

Join us as we explore Koma's story of resilience and perseverance, uncovering the inspiration and wisdom necessary to unlock your full potential in the workplace and beyond. Tune in and embark on a transformative journey towards achieving greatness.

#36 Earned Wisdom! For the Accomplished Leader with Sarah Miller

Are you ready to break down the barriers holding you back as a female leader? Our guest, Sarah Miller, CEO of Axis Entertainment, brings a fresh perspective to the conversation. She acknowledges the statistic that only 21% of CEOs in the United States are female but emphasizes that often it's other women who keep us down.

Sarah touches on the insecurities and fears that women face, such as jealousy, comparison, and the societal emphasis on youth and beauty. Her message is clear: own your leadership, command attention and respect, and don't be afraid to be yourself, whether that means dressing up or down. It's about being confident in your abilities and value as a leader, without using your sexuality to get ahead.

Sarah also addresses the Me Too movement and how it can sometimes further victimize women rather than empower them. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of finding like-minded individuals and surrounding yourself with people who uplift and support you. It's not about competing with others, but rather lifting each other up and learning from one another.

So, join us for this inspiring conversation that will motivate you to own your leadership and break down the barriers that hold you back.

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#35 There’s More Pie for You!

On today's podcast episode, we delve into the topic of scarcity mindset and how it can hold you back from achieving success and emotional fulfillment. Tracy, shares her personal experiences of being indoctrinated into a poverty mindset and feeling undeserving of success or wealth.

Tracy emphasizes the importance of aligning your conscious and subconscious beliefs, and recognizing negative beliefs as survivalist mentalities. Throughout the episode, she encourages listeners to identify signposts in their feelings and recognize when negative beliefs are in direct opposition to their goals.

If you're tired of feeling stuck and held back by a scarcity mindset, then this episode is for you. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips for overcoming scarcity mindset and achieving abundance in all aspects of life. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and transformation as we explore the power of abundance and unlock the limitless possibilities that await you!

#34 Earned Wisdom! For the Accomplished Leader with Julie Foucht

Julie Foucht and her sisters were raised to be taken care of, while her brothers were raised to get along in the world. That upbringing had a huge impact on her life, getting married at 19 and having kids soon after. Unfortunately that marriage was an abusive one, and it took Julie 20 years to finally get out of it. Once she did, she discovered the world of personal development and has continued down that path ever since. Now she draws on her feminine energy to propel her forward, not hold her back.

“When women have money they have choice.”

Listen to Julie talk about following her soul’s desire, and how that has led her to help female coaches, teachers and healers build successful businesses that honor their feminine essence. She’ll share some tips for seasoned leaders who are in a rut, plus tell us how our bodies know whether we’re looking at other successful people as inspiration…or as competition. To stop following the should’s and have-tos, start following your joy. Julie shows us the way.

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#33 Earned Wisdom! For the Accomplished Leader with Natasha Case

In today’s interview, we chatted with Natasha Case, the dynamic CEO and founder of Lunch Bunch, a meal delivery service for kids, and co-founder of Coolhaus Ice Cream and Future Gin. Natasha takes us on a thrilling ride through her journey as an entrepreneur, starting with the founding story of Coolhaus Ice Cream, where she began making ice cream sandwiches from scratch and named them after famous architects to lighten the mood for her colleagues during the recession.

Natasha discusses the challenges she faced and the importance of having a passion for what you do as an entrepreneur. She shares her thoughts on the impact of technology on businesses and how it's revolutionizing the food industry. She also talks about the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs when it comes to asking for investment, and how it's crucial to own one's identity as a female leader.

Throughout the episode, Natasha emphasizes the importance of thinking big and taking risks to achieve success. Her inspiring story and valuable insights will inspire anyone looking to start their own business or take their current venture to the next level.

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#32 Freaking Out--Who Me? Admit it When You Do

Freaking out is pretty common. Isn’t that for others who are not emotionally intelligent or insecure? It is a conditioned reaction to the possible loss of something you hold dearly. Whether it is a threat to your title, or your career in general, it can bring up shame or self-righteousness (a cover for shame). It can affect others in your business, where it makes you appear unpredictable or uptight. 

 

Through relatable stories and practical tips, Tracy guides us on a journey to uncover the childhood experiences and beliefs that hold us back from embodying real success. She teaches techniques for moving through self-doubt and insecurities to arrive at peak happiness in your work and life. These techniques extend themselves to revenue building activities too. The more secure you become, the easier it is to create loyalty, increase productivity and proactiveness, plus take you beyond current revenue constraints.

#31 Earned Wisdom! For Accomplished Female Leaders with Tracey G. Sameyah

Tracey G. Sameyah is known as a founder whisperer, delivering epic wins for brands such as Lancer, Murad, and Dermalogica. Tracey is an unapologetic revolutionary who propels the growth engine by unleashing innovative solutions worthy of a cult following and celebrity endorsements while staying true to the founder’s vision and the brand’s essence. 

In today’s episode she dives deep into the unique challenges women face in leadership roles, particularly in male-dominated industries. Infighting among women can be a common issue, but Tracey stresses the importance of addressing underlying insecurities to create a supportive and united community. You'll hear valuable insights on how to build genuine connections with other female leaders and create a network that can provide support and mentorship. 

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this conversation will encourage you to trust your instincts and do things your own way, while also fostering collaboration and building a strong sense of community. Don't miss out on the practical advice and inspiring stories shared in this podcast episode - it's a game-changer for any woman looking to make her mark in the business world.

“I show up every day to compete with me. Anybody else of any rank, any tenure, male, female, I'm competing with me and trying to deliver on the life plan that I want.”

"I think the biggest thing is don't take anything personal. I think what gives us our sense of compassion and we're able to unite and bring groups together and think of more of the softer touches can at times be a challenge because we then feel everything and we feel that everything can be personal."

#30 Earned Wisdom! For the Accomplished Leader: Zero Ego

Zero ego was at the top of a list about qualities that make a great leader. Unfortunately, it is something that is pretty much impossible to live up to for any of us human beings. Seriously…to understand what it means check out Eastern philosophies or any philosophy that speaks to what an ego is for us. Personally, I get tired of the lists that are put out without considering that it takes such a deep level of self-awareness that many may give up before they begin.

It doesn't mean you shouldn't try to deconstruct your ego, you can (but survival is its goal). I think when people say "zero ego," they mean zero arrogance. And arrogance or hubris is a construct of an insecure person whether they are a leader or not. The ego contains these characteristics, as fragile as they are and the individual hides behind them hoping their insecurities disappear. They don't.

To elevate yourself to living to a standard that no human can is a recipe for disaster and frustration. Its better to work toward self-acceptance (another term most of us scratch our head on "how" to do) and upping your value just for breathing. Tune in to my podcast episode to hear how I take this apart and put it back together in a way that you can walk away with tools on becoming more of the leader you already believe yourself to be.

#29 Earned Wisdom! For Accomplished Female Leaders with Kristi Kaylor

Kristi Kaylor is a renowned entrepreneur in the celebrity and influencer marketing industry for more than 20 years. In 2006, Kristi founded The Loft Entertainment to connect brands, celebrities, and influencers through strategic content and marketing initiatives. Kristi’s hands-on leadership has led The Loft to work with 100+ brands and 500+ celebrities and influencers, launching brands, products, programs, content, and new entrepreneurs. Kristi's strong connections, business acumen, and sharp eye for trends have enabled her to build a successful career by connecting the right talent to the right brand, delivering on promises, and producing results. She recently wrote a booked called Steel a Yes, Dispatches from a Celebrity Brand Builder Who Gets Sh*t Done, coming out this spring.

 

In this inspiring and insightful podcast episode, Kristi shares her experience and knowledge on what it takes to succeed as a woman in business, and the importance of having belief in oneself. She discusses how to overcome fear and doubt, get out of your own way, and create the message in your mind that you want it to be. 

 

"Don't be afraid to speak up for what you believe in. Even if you get a lot of 'no's,' eventually you'll get a 'yes' or you'll pivot and create something else and get a 'yes'."

 

"Create the message in your mind that you want it to be. Don't wait, put fear aside. If it's not working, pivot and reinvent. Be willing to have 'no's,' but know that you're getting 'yes'es."

#28 Fear in Managing Others

Are you a female leader who struggles with making tough decisions because you don't want to come off as overly aggressive or insensitive? Do you find yourself constantly second-guessing your abilities and decisions due to a lack of confidence? If so, this episode is for you.

We dive into the surprising truth about female leadership and how personality traits like agreeableness and neuroticism can actually hinder your career success. Using the Big Five Personality Dimension as a framework, we explore why being too nice can be problematic for women in management positions.

But it's not all doom and gloom - we also offer practical steps for building confidence and trusting yourself as a leader. The first step is being honest with yourself and noticing the false stories you tell yourself, which often stem from old beliefs. We also suggest doing deeper emotional work to undo these beliefs and build true confidence.

Don't let being too nice hold you back in your career. Tune in to this episode and start taking the reins to become a confident and effective leader. And if you need help doing the deeper emotional work, we encourage you to reach out for support at business@tracycrossley.com.