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Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessBrave on Purpose: Melanie Curtis Redefines What It Means to Take the LeapHost Anusha Harid-Paoletti sits down with author, activist, and world-record skydiver Melanie Curtis to reframe what fear really is—and how to act anyway. Melanie shares the mental playbook she uses from aircraft door to boardroom: identify fear’s signal, interrupt it with breath, name the sentence you’re believing, and choose a simple, confidence-anchored reframe. She opens up about healing and vulnerability (and why both are skills you can practice), then takes us behind her documentary that parallels the 80-woman, 200-mph world record with the grit of the women’s suffrage movement. For parents, educators, and young women, Melanie...
2025-10-0931 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessBreaking the Money Taboo with Tiffany IrvingIn this episode of the Ellevate Podcast, host Anusha sits down with Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, to talk about building wealth with purpose. Tiffany shares her path into financial advising, the importance of serving diverse communities, and her Three P’s approach—Prepare, Plan, Protect—as a practical framework for financial security. She also dives into the power of financial literacy for younger generations, common mistakes people make when planning (or failing to plan), and why redefining legacy matters. Listeners will leave with insights that make money management approachable, personal, and empowe...
2025-10-0220 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessFearless Leadership with Whitney Faires: How to Lead in a way that Inspires, Compels, and Influences.What separates good managers from leaders people line up to work for? In this energizing conversation, host Anusha sits down with Whitney Faires—internationally recognized coach, keynote speaker, and former senior executive at Intuitive Surgical who helped scale a $2B business line—to unpack the Courageous Leader Roadmap. Whitney shares the “Sunday-night test” for honest self-assessment, explains why people-first leadership outperforms results-only management, and reframes fearless communication as a practice of refusing to let fear decide what gets said—not saying everything that crosses your mind.You’ll learn how to identify your leadership archetype, build judgment and self-awa...
2025-09-2633 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessThe Foundation-First Playbook: A Practical Guide to No-Waste MarketingAward-winning marketing strategist and entrepreneur Sacha Awwa (Founder, SAMG; Co-founder, My Marketer Mentors) joins Anusha Harid-Paoletti to demystify why marketing feels complicated—and how to make it simple, measurable, and effective. Drawing on 22 years across the New York Times and high-growth startups, Sacha lays out a foundation-first approach: clarify mission/vision, nail the Four W’s (why, who, way, what), define accurate ideal customer profiles, and build customer-market fit before spending a dollar on channels. She shares a right-sized MarTech stack (GA/Search Console, CRM/ESP) and how to use AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude) to accelerate research and planning. We d...
2025-09-1828 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessLiving Real in a Shallow World: Dr. Camille Preston on Leadership, Loss, and Lasting ChangeIn this thought-provoking episode, host Anusha Harid-Paoletti sits down with Dr. Camille Preston, business psychologist and author of Living Real, to explore how leaders can navigate disruption, grief, and the “shallowing” of modern life. Drawing from her own journey through profound loss, Camille shares how avoiding hard conversations not only limits our resilience but also our joy. Together they discuss practical ways to rethink energy, resist digital distraction, and embrace radical presence in leadership and life. With wisdom forged at the intersection of psychology and business, Camille offers listeners a blueprint for leading with authenticity, compassion, and strength in time...
2025-09-1322 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessE492: Rewriting the Rules of Midlife: How Alloy is Revolutionizing Menopause Care with Anne Fulenwider and Monica MolinaarPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 In this episode of the Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business, host Anusha Harod-Paoletti sits down with Anne Fulenwider and Monica Molenaar, the powerhouse co-founders and co-CEOs of Alloy Women’s Health, for a candid and insightful conversation about the state of menopause care and the future of women’s health.Drawing from their own personal experiences: Anne’s pivot from award-winning magazine editor to health advocate after the sudden loss of her mother, and Monica’s journey through surgical menopause following a BRCA gene diagnosis, they share what i...
2025-07-3137 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 491: Purpose, Resilience & the Power of Story: Mary Beech on Leading with HeartPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 In this episode of the Ellevate Podcast: Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business, host Anusha Harid-Paoletti, CEO of Ellevate Network, sits down with Mary Beech, Chief Growth Officer at Thorne, for a candid, compelling conversation that weaves together career milestones, personal transformation, and the evolving nature of leadership.Mary’s remarkable professional journey includes senior leadership roles at some of the world’s most iconic brands: Ralph Lauren, Scholastic, Kate Spade, and The Walt Disney Company. Yet what sets her apart is not just her resume but her unwavering co...
2025-07-1024 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 474: Embracing Innovation: A Conversation with Valerie Brown-Dufour on AI, Digital Transformation, and StorytellingPodcast Alert! Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this engaging episode, Tammy Williams sits down with Valerie Brown-Dufour, the president of WSI World, a global leader in digital marketing. The episode explores the dynamic evolution of digital marketing, highlighting the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the industry. Valerie underscores the critical role of storytelling in crafting compelling marketing narratives that resonate with audiences. She shares invaluable insights on successfully navigating digital transformation and ad...
2025-02-2634 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 473: The Future of Work: Empowering Employees and Transforming Workplaces with Dr. Angela JacksonPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this compelling episode of the Ellevate Podcast, host Tammy Williams engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Angela Jackson, an expert in workplace transformation, and inclusion. Dr. Jackson shares her profound insights on creating employee-centered cultures that drive organizational success.Throughout the episode, Dr. Jackson delves into her remarkable career journey, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped her understanding of workplace dynamics. She emphasizes the significance of centering employee voic...
2025-02-1933 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 472: Revolutionizing Business & Wellness with Kristin CarricoPodcast Alert! Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode of the Elevate Podcast, host Tammy Williams engages in an enlightening conversation with Kristin Carrico, the Chief Commercial Officer at the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Kristin delves into her extensive and diverse career journey, shedding light on her transition from a successful career in technology consulting to her current influential role in the fitness and wellness industry. Throughout the episode, Kristin discusses her pi...
2025-02-1239 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 471: Making Work Fair - a Candid Conversation with Siri ChilaziPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, Tammy Williams sits down with the inspiring Siri Chilazi, a senior researcher at the Women and Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School. Join us as Siri shares her remarkable journey into gender equity advocacy and the driving force behind her groundbreaking book, “Make Work Fair.”Discover the innovative framework Siri has developed for achieving true fairness in the workplace. She debunks common myths about workp...
2025-02-0539 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 470: Navigating Change: Leadership Lessons for any Career Stage with Gabrielle EspinosaPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, Tammy Williams interviews Gabrielle Espinoza, founder of Self-Leader Consulting, about the critical role of leadership development. They delve into strategies for aligning personal growth with business objectives, the impact of burnout, the importance of core values, and the necessity of resilience in leadership. Gabrielle also shares tips on measuring leadership program success, debunks myths about leadership, and stresses the need for personalized development. The episode ends with practica...
2025-01-2929 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 469: Unearthing Beauty: Michal Morrison’s Journey from Archaeology to Traumatic Brain Injury to SkincarePodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in to an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, host Tammy Williams chats with Michal Ann Morrison, the visionary founder of a biomimetic skincare brand, Michal Morrison. Michal shares her remarkable journey from archaeology to entrepreneurship, a path sparked by a traumatic brain injury that led her to the skincare industry.Discover the groundbreaking science behind her patented Beta Stem 6 molecule, designed to reactivate dormant stem cells and enhance s...
2025-01-2332 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 468: From Adversity to Championing Change with Camara L. JacksonPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, Tammy Williams sits down with Camara Jackson, the CEO and Executive Director of Elite Learners, Inc. This nonprofit organization is committed to supporting young people and their families through school-based services and anti-violence initiatives. Camara opens up about her personal journey with sickle cell disease, which inspired her to establish Elite Learners as a way to give back to her community.The conversation delves into the numerous chal...
2025-01-1528 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 467: “Raising Engaged Citizens: The Role of Parents in Civic Education” with Dr. Lindsey CormackPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring and timely episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, Tammy Williams engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Lindsey Cormack about her insightful book, How to Raise a Citizen.As the landscape of civic education in the U.S. faces unprecedented challenges, this conversation is more crucial than ever. Dr. Cormack delves into the current state of civic education, highlighting the pivotal role parents play in nurturing civic engagement among young people. She explores h...
2025-01-0829 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 466 - Crafting the Million Dollar Pitch with the Queen of the Perfect Pitch with Dr. Riley ForbesPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring episode of the Ellevate Podcast, "Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business." In this episode, Margie Solomon interviews Dr. Forbes Riley, a renowned motivational speaker, television personality and sales expert known as the Queen of the Perfect Pitch. Forbes shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur and pitch expert. She discusses the importance of self-love, overcoming personal struggles, and the power of mentorship. Forbes emphasizes the significance of crafting the perfect pitch and how her experiences have shaped her approach to teaching others. The conve...
2024-12-2530 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 465: A Conversation About Women in the Business of Sports On and Off the Field with Odessa (OJ) Jenkins and Valerie (VT) TysonPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring episode of the Ellevate Podcast, "Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business." This conversation features two influential women in sports, Odessa (OJ) Jenkins, a successful tech/Sports executive, and coach CEO of Bonfire, and founder of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC), and Valerie (VT) Tyson, Global Director Marketing + Community Development at Wasserman and formerly Co-Founder, Head of Strategy + Sports at Unrivaled Sports, discussing their journeys, leadership styles, and the importance of supporting one another in a male-dominated industry. They share personal experiences, the challenges they faced, both on the fiel...
2024-12-1948 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 464: From Trauma to Triumph: Norma Bastidas’ Journey of Resilience and AdvocacyPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in to an inspiring episode of the Ellevate Podcast, “Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business.” In this episode, Norma Bastidas shares her remarkable journey from trauma survivor to champion endurance athlete and activist. After her son was diagnosed with a progressive eye condition, Norma turned her pain into purpose, confronting her past experiences of violence and human trafficking. Through her incredible athletic achievements, including breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest triathlon, she advocates for those affected by similar struggles. Norma’s story emphasizes resilience, empowerment, and the belief that one’s past does not d...
2024-12-1210 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 463: Better Together: Navigating the Future of Work with Hannah MacDonald DanneckerPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring episode of the Ellevate Podcast, "Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business." Hannah MacDonald Dannecker, a partner at the Better Together Group, talks with Tammy Williams about bridging the generational gap in the workplace, particularly between Gen Z and older generations. They discussed the mission of the Better Together Group, the importance of social good in employment, the rising appeal of blue-collar jobs, and the unique preferences of Gen Z workers. The conversation emphasizes the need for mentorship, the challenges employers face in attracting talent, and the future of work in a...
2024-12-1048 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 462: The Art and Impact of Storytelling with Andrea Sampson, CEO of Talk BoutiquePodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Join us for an inspiring episode of the Ellevate Podcast, "Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business." Host Tammy Williams sits down with Andrea Sampson, CEO and Founder of Talk Boutique. Andrea recounts her transition from a thriving advertising career to becoming a renowned storytelling expert and thought leader coach. This engaging conversation delves into the crucial role of personal branding, the power of storytelling in simplifying complex ideas, and how embracing one's unique voice can lead to thought leadership within communities. Andrea also emphasizes the importance of diverse thought leadership and shares uplifting success s...
2024-12-0436 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 461: Empowering and Inspiring the Next Generation of Girls with Illana RaiaPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧Tune in and listen to this episode of the Ellevate Podcast, Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business as Tammy Williams speaks with Illana Rea, Founder and CEO of Être, a mentorship platform designed to empower girls by connecting them with female leaders. Illana shares her journey from being a corporate attorney to launching Être, driven by her desire to close the confidence gap for girls. The conversation explores the importance of mentorship, the framework of Être’s programs, and the impact of their initiatives on girls' confidence and leadership skills. Illana also discusses “The Epic Mentor...
2024-11-2028 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 460: The Innovative Profit Stack System with Serial Entrepreneur Cassie Saquing Podcast Alert! 🎙️🎧Tune in and listen to this episode of the Ellevate Podcast, Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business, with host Tammy Williams and serial entrepreneur Cassie Saquing, Founder, CHS Consulting Group and a Money Mindset Coach. Cassie helps business owners, particularly women, to overcome challenges and achieve profitability. Cassie shares her journey from education to entrepreneurship, the importance of partnerships, and her innovative profit stack system that empowers business owners to manage their finances effectively. She emphasizes the need for women to recognize their worth, while also advocating for getting money into the hands of good pe...
2024-11-1833 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessE459 | Episode 459: Intentional Profit with Profit First Author, Susanne MorigaPodcast Alert! 🎙️🎧 Tune in episode of the Ellevate Podcast, host Tammy Williams speaks with Suzanne Moriga, CEO of the Moriga Group, about the importance of profitability for minority entrepreneurs. Suzanne shares her personal journey to becoming a financial advisor and author of 'Profit First for Minority Business Enterprises.' The conversation delves into the Profit First system, the challenges minority entrepreneurs face, and the significance of pricing and value in business. Suzanne emphasizes the need for a mindset shift towards intentional profitability and the impact of successful minority businesses on their communities.KEY TAKEA...
2024-11-1343 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 458: The New Happy Philosophy and Movement with Stephanie HarrisonIn this episode of the Ellevate Network Podcast, host Tammy Williams speaks with Stephanie Harrison, an expert in the science of happiness and creator of the New Happy philosophy. They discuss the misconceptions surrounding happiness, the cultural forces that shape our understanding of it, and the transformative power of helping others. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of community, service, and mindset shifts in achieving true happiness, while providing practical steps and resources for listeners to embrace the New Happy in their lives.Key TakeawaysHappiness is often misunderstood and misrepresented in society.The New...
2024-11-0735 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 457: Why Inclusion is a "MUST HAVE" Strategy with Ruchika MalhotraTune in for an enlightening conversation with Ruchika Malhotra, an inclusion strategist and author of “Inclusion on Purpose” and the upcoming book “Uncompete”. Ruchika dives deep into why we need to shift away from a competition mindset and embrace true inclusion. She sheds light on the startling McKinsey and Lean In report, revealing that it could take 48 years for women of color to achieve gender parity.Ruchika emphasizes the critical role of leadership accountability, psychological safety, and authenticity in creating inclusive workplaces. She offers invaluable advice for aspiring inclusion professionals: focus on meaningful actions over mere good int...
2024-10-3142 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 456: Danielle Butin’s Remarkable Journey - From Healthcare Executive to Global Health AdvocateDid you know that countless perfectly good sterilized medical supplies sadly end up in landfills, leaving many in need without critical support and that this waste occurs despite the pressing need for healthcare resources around the world? Listen to the remarkable journey of Danielle Butin, founder and CEO of Afya, as she discusses her transition from a laid-off healthcare executive to a passionate global health advocate, driven by the desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of others. Since 2007, Afya has compassionately shipped over 140 containers of medical supplies to 70 countries, touching countless lives and providing essential support...
2024-10-2339 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 455 - Technology and Humanity with Verizon Executive Aparna KhurjekarIn this engaging podcast episode, Aparna Khurjekar, Chief Revenue Officer for Business Markets and SaaS at Verizon, shares her inspiring journey from a software engineer to leading a team of 6,000 sales professionals. She underscores the critical importance of staying current with technology and networking in the ever-evolving tech industry.Aparna delves into the transformative power of 5G, highlighting how it is revolutionizing connectivity by making it more accessible, affordable, and reliable, thus enhancing our daily lives. She also explores the significant role of AI in boosting customer service and business efficiency.
2024-10-1639 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 454 - Leadership, ADHD and Conquering Your Technical Fears with Claire MilliganTammy Williams and Claire Milligan, Co-Founder of Aimably, explore Claire’s remarkable journey on the Ellevate podcast, Conversations with Women Changing the Face of Business. Claire reflects on her childhood dream of designing cars, rooted in her early fascination with human factors and innovation, that inspired her to pursue a career in making complex things simple. Her ascent to General Manager at Tallie showcases her determination and leadership skills, which ultimately paved the way for her eventual role as Co-Founder at Aimably, where she could implement her vision for streamlined cloud cost management. In a candid discussion, she shares he...
2024-10-0930 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 453: Behind the Scenes with Healthcare Communications Trailblazer Laura LiottaLaura Liotta, founder and CEO of Sam Brown Inc, discussed her journey from corporate communications to founding a healthcare PR agency in 1999. She emphasized the importance of remote work and work-life balance, which she implemented before the rise of Zoom. Laura highlighted her vision of creating a network of senior experts, which grew from a small team to 60 employees. She shared insights on storyboarding life for happiness, balancing career and family, and the importance of setting achievable goals. Laura advised aspiring entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and maintain financial security while pursuing their dreams.
2024-10-0423 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessOpportunity, Advancement and Leadership with Sofia B. Pertuz, PhD, ACC, CDE®In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are rerunning an episode hosted by former Ellevate Network Executive, Maricella Herrera with Sofia B. Pertuz PhD., DEI professional and executive coach. During the episode, Sofia discusses the importance of caring leadership, how to handle "professional neglect" with remote work, and updating the terminology of DEI. Sofia is also the host of the Hispanic Community Circle which meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Enjoy the show and Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!This episode is sponsored by Harvard Business School Executive Education
2024-10-0236 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessHow To Raise a Good Citizen with Lindsey Cormack PhDListen as Lindsey Cormack, PhD, is interviewed by host Tammy Williams, about her new book "How to Raise a Citizen and Why It's Up to You to Do It." Cormack, an associate professor of political science at Stevens Institute of Technology, discusses the inadequacy of current civic education in the U.S., which is often delayed and insufficiently integrated into the curriculum. Lindsey emphasizes the importance of parents taking on the role of educating their children about civics, as schools are not meeting this need. Cormack also highlights the need for parents to model civic engagement and to have o...
2024-09-0229 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 450: Teamwork Makes The Dreamwork, with Anne ShoemakerAnne Shoemaker, Founder of Anne Shoemaker & Associates, talks about how her professional soccer career influenced her journey to becoming a sought-after empowering career strategist and executive coach.
2024-07-2631 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 449: Investing in Franchises, with Jane SteinJane Stein, financial planner and founder and president of Your Franchise is Waiting, joins us to talk about her career on Wall Street, starting a business post-retirement, tips on buying and starting a franchise, and some free gifts for those who want to learn more including her free eBook "The Girlfriends Guide to Franchising".
2024-07-2532 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 448: Making Hustle Scalable, with Eugenia OganovaEugenia Oganova, Business & Messaging Energetics Coach, Transcension Mentor and Entrepreneur, joins us to talk about being clairvoyant, her work with coaching to help people recognize their inner powers, finding unconditional self-love, and her book "Wealth by Soul Design".
2024-07-1133 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 447: Unlearning Silence, with Elaine Lin HeringElaine Lin Hering, facilitator, speaker, and writer, joins us to talk about leadership and collaboration, feeling not being heard in the workspace, toxic bosses, being from a family of immigrants from Taiwan, and her book "Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully".
2024-05-1529 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 446: Driving Impact in Environmental Work, with Sheri HickokSheri Hickok joins host Tammy Williams to discuss the importance of women's leadership in sustainability and renewable energy, her personal journey, and the need for diverse skills and expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive impact in the industry, particularly in the ESG and climate action spaces. Sheri also discussed the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai known as COP28, which has already taken place since this was a pre-recorded audio. For more information on COP28, visit https://unfccc.int/cop28/5-key-takeaways.
2024-05-0831 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 436: Being the Leader, with Shelmina Babai AbjiShelmina Babai Abji, a best selling author and a renowned international public speaker, joins us today to talk about mentoring, working as a single mother, what makes a good leader, getting out of your comfort zone and reframing failure
2024-05-0533 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 437: Creating a Supportive Company Culture, with Joy CorsoJoy Corso, Chief Marketing Officer of Vonage, joins us to talk about growing and transforming companies, Women's Employee Resource Groups, finding mentors and allies, learning how to ask for what you need, and the importance of businesses giving back to the community.
2024-05-0533 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 438: Being Your Own Boss and Serving Community, with Lillian DeBaptiseLillian DeBaptise, Mayor of West Chester, the seat of Chester County, Pennsylvania, joins us to talk about being the borough's first black female mayor, being a director at a funeral home, coming from an entrepreneurial family and bringing equality and justice to her community.
2024-05-0528 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 439: The Business of Beauty, with Michele ProbstMichele Probst, Founder, Creator & CEO of WORTHBEAUTYCOMPANY, joins us to talk about her career path, doing makeup for both female and male celebrities and politicians, and tips for taking care of your skin.
2024-05-0528 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 440: Getting Unstuck and Being a Healthcare Advocate, with Parul SomaniParul Somani, keynote speaker, mindset expert and cancer and genomics advocate, joins us to talk about surviving breast cancer in her 30's while pregnant, learning how to feel empowered to ask for information from healthcare workers, and her definition of silver linings.
2024-05-0530 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 441: Surviving and Thriving, with Poonam BhucharPoonam Bhuchar, Managing Attorney at Bhuchar Law, TEDx Speaker, Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, Author of SAFE from the Pain, joins us to talk about working through trauma, parenting during divorce and somatic therapy.
2024-05-0533 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 443: Life Lessons, with Bryetta CallowayBryetta Calloway, Marketing and Brand Senior Executive, Growth Catalyst for Startups, Speaker, Mentor and Author, joins us to talk about her winding career path, being an entrepreneur, her book "Life Lessons: Finding Meaning in the Monumental and the Mundane" and finding community.
2024-05-0534 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 442: The Harms of Hyperproductivity, with Kristen Nielson DonnellyKristen Nielson Donnelly, keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and co-author of the bestselling "The Culture of Burnout", joins us to talk about the history of hyperproductivity and how we can care for ourselves in the high pressure work culture.
2024-05-0533 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 444: Breakthrough Medications in Biotech, with Raquel IzumiRaquel Izumi, President & COO at Vincerx Pharma Inc, joins us to talk about, starting a biotech company and making groundbreaking medications to treat cancer.
2024-05-0528 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 445: Gaining Your Power, with Dr. Sharon MelnickDr. Sharon Melnick, a Top 100 Coach for women executives, keynote speaker and author of "the books "In Your Power" and "Success under Stress" joins us to talk about being an advocate and lifting women up, going to the White House, and gives tips for women who are feeling powerless at work.
2024-05-0547 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 435: Climbing the Ladder at Work When You're Marginalized, with Minda HartsIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Minda Harts, author of "The Memo," "Right Within," and "You Are More Than Magic," to discuss the pain of being marginalized at work, the problems with the business case for diversity, and having courage for the sake of others.
2024-02-2938 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 434: Empowering Patients and Providers in the Healthcare Industry, with Rachael JonesRachael Jones, Founder & CEO, Syntax Health, joins us to talk about value based healthcare, encouraging providers to work better with patients both in quality and cost, and the importance of preventative care, recognizing mental health and being your own advocate.
2024-02-2840 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 433: The New World of New Work, with Odessa L. JenkinsOdessa "OJ" Jenkins, a former American world-class athlete turned coach/entrepreneur/executive leader, CEO of Bonfire Women, and founder of the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC), joins us to talk about women leadership in sports, the mission of Bonfire to utilize community and coaching, and anti-bias training.
2024-02-2635 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 432: The Keys to Authentic Personal Branding, with April LittleIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with April Little, Founder and CEO of Little Talent Group, to discuss her advice for clients going through a job search, how to succeed at LinkedIn, and knowing when to leave a job.
2024-02-2236 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 431: Life Is Too Short To Be Doing Something You Don't Love, with Dr. Carol Parker WalshIn recognition of Black History Month, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes.Dr. Carol Parker Walsh has taken a unique path to becoming one of the leading executive coaches in the corporate world. After a life-changing car accident, she decided to follow her intuition and start her own consulting firm, focusing on working with women who want to make a difference in their own lives and those around them.Carol is the founder of Carol Parker Walsh Consulting, a firm focused on helping female leaders reach their potential and find balance...
2024-02-2142 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 430: History Makers: Tamia Potter, First Black Woman Vanderbilt Neurosurgery ResidentIn recognition of Black History Month, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes.Megan sits down with Tamia Potter to discuss what interested her in neuroscience, attending an HBCU for undergrad, and the joys of southern food.
2024-02-2031 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 429: History Makers: Kyra Harris Bolden, First Black Woman Justice on the Michigan Supreme CourtIn honor of Black History Month, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes.Megan sits down with Kyra Harris Bolden to discuss the importance of justice for the Black community, finding out about the lynching of her great-grandfather, and being pregnant and giving birth during her campaign.
2024-02-1927 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 428: Resiliency, with Jimi OkubanjoJimi Okubanjo, award winning filmmaker, TED speaker and storyteller, joins us to talk about resiliency, surviving her own workplace trauma and her documentary "ARISE FIREBIRD".
2024-02-1935 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 427: Being the Only One in the Room, with Stephanie NuesiIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Stephanie Nuesi, CEO of Max Up, to discuss getting through impostor syndrome, her experience with networking and asking for help, and her top time management tips.
2024-02-1640 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 426: Self Love and Self Awareness in Relationships, with Spicy MariIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Spicy Mari, Founder and CEO of The Spicy Life, to discuss finding your purpose mate, how to show up and do the work, and the tough parts of self love, self care, and self awareness.
2024-02-1554 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 425: Developing Leaders with Compassion and Empathy, with Veronica MatthewsIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Veronica Matthews, CEO and Chief Leadership Coach at VLM Coaching & Consulting Services, to discuss how her start in human resources led her to coaching, the power of language, and how to be a leader who understands that you can have both profits and people.
2024-02-1436 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 424: Connecting Through Authenticity, with Gabrielle GambrellIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Gabrielle Gambrell, Founder and Chief Communications Officer of Gift of Gabrielle and Professor at Columbia University and NYU , to discuss why storytelling, communication, and authenticity are keys to success in your professional life, her work in DEI in marketing and advertising, and politics and religion in the workplace.
2024-02-1441 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 423: Going Beyond the Business Case for DEI, with Elizabeth LeibaIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Elizabeth Leiba, author of "I'm Not Yelling: A Black Woman's Guide to Navigating the Workplace," to discuss advocating for racial justice, having uncomfortable conversations on social media, and the importance of affirmative action.
2024-02-0751 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 422: Recognizing Toxic Work Environments and Creating Solutions, with Risha GrantIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.Risha Grant, Founder & CEO of Risha Grant LLC, an award-winning diversity consulting, communications and speaking firm, joins us to talk about her book, "Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Workplace Culture of Inclusion", and the importance of recognizing bias and embracing DEI training.
2024-02-0629 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 420: Moving to the Future by Reckoning with the Past, with Chana Ginelle EwingIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes. Chana Ginelle Ewing, Founder and CEO of GEENIE and author of “An ABC of Equality.” Chana discusses how viewing business through a cultural lens has driven her to create progress and change in the community, and how business leaders can use entrepreneurship as a key to moving culture within the world forward. She shares the importance of acknowledging and reviewing structures within society then talks about the next steps on what we, as future leaders, can do to dismantle them. Look...
2024-02-0539 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 421: Creating an Oasis in the Food Desert, with Dawn KellyIn recognition of Black History Month, we are revisiting some of our favorite episodes.We sit down with Dawn Kelly, entrepreneur and founder and CEO of The Nourish Spot, to talk about her long and winding career path, how to survive a layoff, what inspired her to start her business, food deserts in the United States, and how she gives back to her community.
2024-02-0539 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 419: Great Leaders and Great Relationships, with Sonia Jackson MylesSonia Jackson Myles, founder of The Sister Accord Foundation with the goal of having one billion girls and women learn how to love themselves and each other, joins us to talk about what inspired her to create this important platform, leadership development, eradicating bullying and violence, and being your authentic self.
2024-02-0234 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 418: Growing Your Business and Getting Unstuck, with Jessica PeggJessica Pegg, entrepreneur and strategist, joins us to talk about her work as a consultant, empowering women and gender non-conforming business owners, helping clients hit their revenue goals and expand their business, tips on hiring, and learning how to be easier on yourself.
2024-01-3129 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 417: Transitions, with Falguni Lakhani AdamsFalguni Lakhani Adams, Emmy Award-winning producer, writer and Executive Producer with ViceTV and co-creator of Getting Hotter, joins us to talk about the power of storytelling, switching careers, and creating space to talk about perimenopause and menopause. This episode is sponsored by Harvard Business School Executive Education. Harvard Business School Executive Education develops leaders who make a difference in the world.Their renowned faculty members are skilled educators. They draw on real-world experience and usedistinctive teaching approaches, featuring the case method. This creates an exceptional learningenvironment...
2024-01-2436 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 416: Women in Sports and the Importance of Teamwork, with Valerie TysonEpisode 416: Women in Sports and the Importance of Teamwork, with Valerie TysonValerie Tyson, an expert in brand strategy, digital media, sports management and Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Unrivaled Group, joins us today to talk about how she got involved in her unique career, assisting athletes after they leave their professions, women's organizations rallying around "equal pay for equal play", athletes using their platform for social change, and finding joy in entrepreneurship.This episode is sponsored by Harvard Business School Executive Education. Harvard Business School Executive Education develops l...
2024-01-1736 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 415: Taking Pause and Being in the Present, with Ellie AnestEllie Anest, Founding Partner & CEO of Eleven Eleven Winery, joins us to talk about her winding career path that led her to the wine business, being a first generation college student, taking time to take a moment, and beverage tasting tips. This episode is sponsored by Harvard Business School Executive Education. Harvard Business School Executive Education develops leaders who make a difference in the world.Their renowned faculty members are skilled educators. They draw on real-world experience and usedistinctive teaching approaches, featuring the case method. This creates an exceptional l...
2024-01-1031 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 414: Recognizing Toxic Work Environments and Creating Solutions, with Risha GrantRisha Grant, Founder & CEO of Risha Grant LLC, an award-winning diversity consulting, communications and speaking firm, joins us to talk about her book, "Be Better Than Your BS: How Radical Acceptance Empowers Authenticity and Creates a Workplace Culture of Inclusion", and the importance of recognizing bias and embracing DEI training.
2024-01-0428 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 413: Go Where Your People Are, with Lisa DuranteOn this episode, we are joined by Lisa Durante, storyteller, marketing and communications expert and Chief Content Strategist of Jack Communications, to talk about her experiences in marketing, tips for entrepreneurs, and avoiding burn out.
2023-12-2729 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 412: Creating Positive Children’s Digital Media Experiences, with Sara DeWittOn today's podcast we are joined by Sara DeWitt, Senior Vice President and General Manager of PBS Kids, to talk about how programming for children has evolved with technology, the power of representation in the media, advice for parents on making online content decisions, and her experience talking with with people who worked with Fred Rogers.
2023-12-2030 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 411: Sustainability and Making the World a Better Place, with Christina ShimWe are joined by Christina Shim, global head of product management and strategy for IBM sustainability software, to talk about her winding career path (including working for the CIA), her book "The ABCs of Positivity", mental health, and gender equity and climate change.
2023-12-1336 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 410: Creating an Oasis in the Food Desert, with Dawn KellyWe sit down with Dawn Kelly, entrepreneur and founder and CEO of The Nourish Spot, to talk about her long and winding career path, how to survive a layoff, what inspired her to start her business, food deserts in the United States, and how she gives back to her community.
2023-12-0637 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 409: The Concept of Confidence, with Lisa SunToday we are joined by Lisa Sun, founder and CEO of Gravitas and national bestselling author of GRAVITAS, to talk about being the child of immigrants, the job review that inspired her to start her company, and resetting the meaning of confidence.
2023-11-2940 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 408: The Impact of Purpose Driven Work, with Erika BatistaWe are joined by Erika Batista, operator, investor and advisor, to talk about her wide-ranging experience in multiple careers, being an immigrant and learning multiple languages, her time as General Partner at OnDeck, and finding purpose driven work with impact. She also shares an amusing story from her earlier lawyer days.
2023-11-2238 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 407: Health Care as Self-Care, with Bassima MroueBassima Mroue, the CEO and co-founder of SkinTē, the first-ever collagen sparkling tea positioned at the intersection of beauty, food and wellness, joins us to talk about her non-linear career, a personal story about what brought her to bring well-being to business, and her TEDx talk about the power of "The Girl Effect".
2023-11-1533 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 406: Putting Moms First, with Reshma SaujaniWe sit down with Reshma Saujani, the founder of Girls Who Code and bestselling author of "Brave, Not Perfect", to talk about her organization Moms First, how mothers were impacted by the pandemic, and her take on imposter syndrome.
2023-11-0826 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 405: Professional and Personal Productivity, with Briana IngsBriana Ings, VP of Product at ClickUp, the all-in-one productivity tool, joins the podcast to talk about how she became interested in product leadership, the power of intentional networking, the support she received from her family being a woman in STEM, and her stint working for the U.S. Department of Defense.
2023-11-0334 minEllevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 404: Keeping Values and Carrying Legacies in the Magazine Industry, with Eden BridgemanWe sit down with Eden Bridgeman, Owner & CEO of Ebony Media to talk about the history and impact of their magazines, advice for Black women climbing the corporate ladder, how she spent her pandemic, and her experience working in a family business.
2023-11-0144 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 403: Opportunity, Advancement, and Leadership, with Sofia B. PertuzWe sit down with DEI professional and executive coach Sofia B. Pertuz to discuss the importance of caring leadership, how to handle "professional neglect" with remote work, and updating the terminology of DEI.
2023-10-2046 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 402: Thinking of Yourself as a Business, with Carleton EnglishWe sit down with Carleton English, financial reporter at Barron's, to discuss dealing with impostor syndrome in the financial world, what good leadership looks like, and the good and bad advice people are given about finances.
2023-10-1836 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 401: Grit, Curiosity, and Cybersecurity, with Deb GoldenDeb Golden, US Chief Innovation Officer at Deloitte, joins the podcast to talk about cybersecurity, ways to bring diverse and complex solutions to tech with critical thinking, and her work with service dogs
2023-10-1343 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 400: Leaning into the Uncomfortable, with Melanie BooherWe sit down with Melanie Booher, President of Influence Network Media, to discuss her tips on writing books and collaboration, balancing work and parenthood, and her upcoming book, "Culture Impact: Strategies to Create World-changing Workplaces."
2023-10-1139 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 399: History Makers: Kyra Harris Bolden, First Black Woman Justice on Michigan’s Supreme CourtMegan sits down with Kyra Harris Bolden to discuss the importance of justice for the Black community, finding out about the lynching of her great-grandfather, and being pregnant and giving birth during her campaign.
2023-10-0626 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 398: Being the Only One in the Room, with Stephanie NuesiWe sit down with Stephanie Nuesi, CEO of Max Up, to discuss getting through impostor syndrome, her experience with networking and asking for help, and her top time management tips.
2023-10-0443 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 397: History Makers: Mai Salama, First Arab Woman on Campaign’s "40 Over 40" ListMegan sits down with Mai Salama to discuss what the business world is like in Egypt, why she loves working in marketing, and her early career in dubbing cartoons for Disney.
2023-09-2930 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 396: Healthcare Sucks, But at Least We Have the Barbie Movie, with Cynthia PlotchWe sit down with Cynthia Plotch, Co-Founder of Stix, to discuss how the medical industry has failed women, the work that Stix does to educate and provide wellness supplies, and facing backlash for the company's stance on Roe v. Wade.
2023-09-2735 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 395: Searching for a New Job and Sticking the Landing, with Hannah MorganWe sit down with Hannah Morgan, Job Search Strategist, to discuss why women should apply for jobs they think they aren't qualified for, the impact of storytelling in interviews, and how to humanely let people go from a company.
2023-09-2046 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 394: Holding Space to Be an Effective Leader, with Nephthalee Edmond TeferaWe sit down with Nephthalee Edmond Tefera, Healthcare System Director for MedStar Health, to discuss the importance of gender inclusivity in healthcare, leading people through times of uncertainty, and DEI education and awareness in the sciences.
2023-09-1833 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 393: History Makers: Helen Park, First Asian Woman Broadway ComposerMegan sits down with Helen Park to discuss the rise and importance of K-pop, representing her culture artistically, and how long it takes a show to get to Broadway.
2023-09-0833 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 392: Climbing the Ladder at Work When You’re Marginalized, with Minda HartsWe sit down with Minda Harts, author of "The Memo," "Right Within," and "You Are More Than Magic," to discuss the pain of being marginalized at work, the problems with the business case for diversity, and having courage for the sake of others.
2023-09-0641 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 391: Being Kind to Yourself, with Laura TedescoWe sit down with Laura Tedesco, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at The Honey Pot Company, to discuss destigmatizing the shame we were taught around periods, normalizing sexual health and sexual wellness, and branding complications on sexual wellness products.
2023-08-3044 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 390: History Makers: Justine Lindsay, First Openly Trans NFL CheerleaderMegan sits down with Justine Lindsay to discuss her experience as an NFL cheerleader, how she tunes out the online hate, and how her faith and family have helped her on her journey.
2023-08-2524 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 389: The Keys to Authentic Personal Branding, with April LittleWe sit down with April Little, Founder and CEO of Little Talent Group, to discuss her advice for clients going through a job search, how to succeed at LinkedIn, and knowing when to leave a job.
2023-08-2339 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 388: History Makers: Ruwa Romman, First Muslim Woman and First Palestinian American Elected to the Georgia State House of RepresentativesMegan sits down with Ruwa Romman to discuss the racism she encountered during her political campaign, the danger of social media algorithms, and their mutual love of Taylor Swift.
2023-08-1829 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 387: Saying Yes to Opportunities, with Alana DuerrWe sit down with Alana Duerr, Project Director for Deep Blue Pacific Wind and Director of U.S. Projects for Simply Blue USA, to discuss being a woman in STEM, bringing sustainability to everyday workspaces, and the delicate balance of working in the ocean while not disrupting ocean life.
2023-08-1642 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 386: History Makers: Annie Menz, First Latina to Serve in the Oklahoma House of RepresentativesMegan sits down with Annie Menz to discuss the diversity of her district, the camaraderie she found with her fellow politicians, and the importance of local politics.
2023-08-1131 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 385: Going Beyond the Business Case for DEI, with Elizabeth LeibaWe sit down with Elizabeth Leiba, author of "I'm Not Yelling: A Black Woman's Guide to Navigating the Workplace," to discuss advocating for racial justice, having uncomfortable conversations on social media, and the importance of affirmative action.
2023-08-0951 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 384: History Makers: Ridwana Wallace-Laher, First Woman CEO of a Major Muslim-Led International CharityMegan sits down with Ridwana Wallace-Laher to discuss her CEO journey, working in a male-dominated industry, and what 10 Downing Street is like.
2023-08-0425 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 383: Developing Leaders with Compassion and Empathy, with Veronica MatthewsWe sit down with Veronica Matthews, CEO and Chief Leadership Coach at VLM Coaching & Consulting Services, to discuss how her start in human resources led her to coaching, the power of language, and how to be a leader who understands that you can have both profits and people.
2023-08-0239 min
Ellevate Network: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of BusinessEpisode 382: A Crash Course in Entrepreneurship, with Jackie HermesWe sit down with Jackie Hermes, Founder and CEO of Accelity, to discuss incorporating AI and new trends, building her B2B marketing agency, and how to recognize when you're overextended.
2023-07-3137 min