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Shameless Leadership978: 5 Leadership Skills for Women That Accelerate Careers | Leadership StrategiesHow often do you take action in a way that makes you think, “This is going to get me where I want to go!”
My guess is that you’re not taking these kinds of strategic action steps often enough, AND you’re probably taking many other action steps each day that are not helping advance your career growth. In fact, you may be stuck in a vicious (exhausting?!) cycle of over-giving, over-producing, and over-proving yourself without any long-term benefit to your career.
In this episode, I’m sharing five leadership skills that truly accelerate women’s caree...
2026-02-1033 min
Shameless Leadership977: What Leaders Should (And Shouldn’t) Say When the World Is a Mess | Inclusive LeadershipWhen the world feels heavy and chaotic, I hear the same question from leaders over and over again: “What do I say?” In this episode, I talk about why that question matters and why saying nothing can be just as harmful as saying the wrong thing. When the people we lead are overwhelmed, grieving, angry, or exhausted, pretending it’s business as usual erodes trust and undermines our integrity as leaders. You don’t need perfect words or a polished message, but you do need the willingness to name the moment and lead with humility and humanity.
What peo...
2026-02-0324 min
Shameless Leadership976: Why Meaningful Work Matters So Much (And How to Do More of It) | Leadership Stories“Work that is meaningful has the power to change not just what we do, but who we become.” Gloria Steinem
Meaningful work isn’t just about what you do for a living—it’s about how your values, strengths, and sense of purpose show up in the world. Meaningful work is where your strengths, values, and actions intersect to drive a sense of purpose. In this episode, I explore why meaningful work matters so deeply, especially for leaders and high achievers who look successful on paper but feel disconnected on the inside. I talk about how meaning sustains us...
2026-01-2732 min
Shameless Leadership975: 6 Leadership Trends That Are Shifting in 2026 | Leadership MindsetLeadership in 2026 is asking more of us. But, not necessarily in volume, output, or productivity. It’s asking more from us in terms of depth, awareness, nuance, and intentionality. The old leadership rules simply aren’t holding anymore - which is a good thing! In this episode, I break down six leadership trends I’m seeing shift in real time and what they mean for how we communicate, build trust, measure success, and lead humans through complexity and change.
Shift 1: Control >>> Adaptability: Leadership power is shifting from control to adaptability, where flexibility, responsiveness, and calm under constant change m...
2026-01-2033 min
Shameless Leadership974: How to Navigate Leadership Visibility and the Responsibility of Being Seen | Leadership StrategiesLeadership visibility sounds empowering, even exciting… until you’re the one being seen. In this episode, I’m talking about why stepping into new levels of visibility so often triggers discomfort, imposter syndrome, and a very loud inner critic, especially for women and others who were never encouraged to take up space or were judged for doing so in the past. I share a recent conversation with a friend facing a visibility opportunity and how it sparked a deeper reflection on why being seen can feel risky even when we know our work matters.
I unpack what actual...
2026-01-1336 min
Shameless Leadership973: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: The “Ambition Gap” is Gaslighting Women. Again.The Lean In and McKinsey & Company Women in the Workplace 2025 report claims that, for the first time, women are less likely than men to want a promotion, stating that 80% of women want to be promoted to the next level, compared to 86% of men. They label this development an “ambition gap”, stating that women are currently less ambitious than men. This label is wildly inaccurate, deeply offensive, and grossly irresponsible. Calling these findings an “ambition gap” is strategic reframing that places blame back on women, per usual, while letting broken systems (and the power players who uphold them) off the hook. ...
2026-01-0627 min
Shameless Leadership972: Jennifer R. Hudson: Leadership, Loss, and the Quiet Power of Midlife TransitionsIn early 2025, my dear friend Jennifer started telling me about how she was preparing for her youngest child to leave for college. She was celebrating this parenting milestone while also preparing for the grief. Simultaneously, she was watching her father’s health deteriorate. She knew 2025 would be a year of massive change. And, it most certainly was. I had the opportunity to connect with Jennifer throughout the year, and when she felt ready, I was honored to invite her to the show to discuss the overlap of life, grief, work, and the magical opportunities that arise for midlife women.
Pro...
2025-12-3053 min
Shameless Leadership971: LEADERSHIP TIPS: 6 Rules I’m Breaking in 2026As we head into a new year, I’m just as focused on breaking rules as I am on setting goals. In this episode, I share six leadership “rules” most of us have followed for years that I’m consciously unlearning as I step into 2026. These are the quiet, normalized rules that fuel burnout, decision fatigue, over-functioning, and self-silencing - especially for women and especially in midlife. This episode is both a reflection and an invitation to question the rules you’ve inherited, absorbed, or outgrown, and to decide what actually serves the person you are choosing to become as you ste...
2025-12-2323 min
Shameless Leadership970: LEADERSHIP MINDSET: 2026 Trends for Midlife Women That Prove Our Power Is PeakingThere is no denying that 2025 has been a doozy for women and anyone carrying a marginalized identity. AND… I’m seeing midlife women step into a completely new season of power, clarity, and momentum. We are the backbone of everything strong and sustainable, including our companies, our communities, and our families. For decades, we've been the stabilizers, culture shapers/shifters/carriers, and trust-builders, and now organizations and society are finally waking up to the value of lived experience, emotional intelligence, and the quiet leadership skills we’ve built while carrying so much.
There is a growing recognition that our...
2025-12-1622 min
Shameless Leadership969: LEADERSHIP STORIES: How to Find Mentors in Unlikely PlacesI love having mentors. Watching and learning as others navigate the world is one of my superpowers. Sometimes I feel like a spy as I closely and quietly observe the behavior of others and think, “Oh, I want to be more like THAT.” Because I love learning and growing personally and professionally, I have hired many mentors and coaches over the years - paying well over 6 figures to learn how to improve many aspects of my life.
However, some of the most important mentorships I’ve benefited from have been totally free and come from unlikely relationships. In this epis...
2025-12-0926 min
Shameless Leadership968: Lauren Tetenbaum: The Importance of Workplace Menopause AdvocacyWhen I learned of Lauren Tetenbaum’s work around workplace menopause advocacy, I knew I wanted her to come on the show. Talking about menopause at work is long overdue. When there is something that directly impacts 50% of our population, 100% of us are impacted in some way. We need to be talking about menopause at work. Period.
Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW, JD, PMH-C is a licensed clinical social worker, women's rights advocate, writer, and mom dedicated to supporting and empowering women through life transitions. With experience as both a lawyer and a psychotherapist, Lauren specializes in counseling women navigat...
2025-12-0251 min
Shameless Leadership967: LEADERSHIP STORIES: 5 Lessons I’ve Learned in 50 YearsI recorded this episode on the eve of my 50th birthday. I’m writing this show description at 6:23am on the morning of my 50th birthday. 50 feels weird. Maybe because for the first 48ish years of my life, it felt one million years away. Then, suddenly it’s just… here…
For the past few months, people have been asking me what I plan to do to celebrate this monumental birthday and it’s felt overwhelming to decide on one thing. I feel this pressure to make the BEST choice because I’ll always remember whatever I choose. Therefore, it must...
2025-11-2526 min
Shameless Leadership965: Jessica Frew: Shove Your Shoulds to Become a Decision-Making BadassI was thrilled when I learned that past podcast guest Jessica Frew wrote an entire book on decision-making. Decision fatigue is real and so very exhausting. It holds us back from taking action, best leveraging our time and energy, and truly trusting ourselves. Jessica is a firecracker and I know this conversation will give you some great AHA’s about becoming a more decisive person.
Jessica Frew is an author, speaker, coach, wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, and BOLD action taker. She believes that you find true peace, connection and confidence by making your next best decision. Jessica helps you...
2025-11-1154 min
Shameless Leadership964: LEADERSHIP STORIES: How to Leverage Curiosity to Create Connection as a Leader"Sara, I tried one little thing you recommended in our session and it totally changed my interaction with a team member!"
Back story…I was leading a training for a leadership team recently and we talked about how to practice active listening in leadership. One of the leaders decided to put one of my recommendations into action immediately (Gold Star for this leader!) and he was so excited about the results. Following our training, he shifted his default behavior of “getting right down to business” in a one-on-one meeting to starting off a one-on-one by asking a team mem...
2025-11-0432 min
Shameless Leadership963: LEADERSHIP TIPS: Why Women Should Brag Like A BossWhen it comes to giving yourself credit for your wins and accomplishments, how would you rate yourself? Are you a strong self-promoter? Do you share your accomplishments with others and routinely make it known that you’re up to great things? Or, do you tend to shy away from shining too brightly in front of others?
As women leaders, we’re often taught to keep our heads down, work hard, and let our results speak for themselves. But here’s the truth: results don’t speak. People do. If we’re not willing to talk about our wins, we’re miss...
2025-10-2834 min
Shameless Leadership962: La Tonya Roberts: Being Authentic vs Being “Good” as a Woman LeaderOne of the trickiest parts of leadership for women, and even more so for women of color, is the tension between being authentic and being “good”. When we focus on being “good,” we often self-sacrifice and push ourselves to uphold someone else’s vision of who we “should” be as a leader. This can be exhausting, unsustainable, and even damaging to our sense of self over time. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to discuss this topic with La Tonya Roberts.
La Tonya Roberts is the CEO of Harmony Consulting Group, where she transforms growth-focused orga...
2025-10-2143 min
Shameless Leadership961: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: The Shameless Leadership Ascent: A Transformative Leadership RoadmapWho doesn’t love a roadmap or a step-by-step blueprint to get from Point A to Point B?! Sometimes, as we are just going about our daily lives, we don’t realize that we are, in fact, following a path without even realizing it. As I’ve been helping leaders build out intentional journeys in growth over the last few years, I’ve realized a handful of key steps that come together to create a powerful roadmap to leadership success. When your path to leadership success is intentional rather than accidental, you position yourself for unshakable long-term success and legacy buil...
2025-10-1438 min
The Art of Badassery with Jenn Cassetta: Mindset, Motivation and Empowerment for Women49 | Shameless Leadership: Taking Up Space With Sara DeanWhat does it take to lead shamelessly and unapologetically? Sara Dean—executive coach, keynote speaker, and host of the Shameless Leadership Podcast—joins Jenn Cassetta to share how women can take up space, stand in their power, and lead with confidence. Sara shares her journey from fitness coaching to becoming a top women’s leadership expert, revealing how shameless leadership, core values, and vulnerability create stronger, more connected leaders. She also teaches women how to take up space, stand in their power, and lead without apology. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to overcome...
2025-10-0838 min
Shameless Leadership960: LEADERSHIP STORIES: Top Struggles of My Business Coaching Clients Right NowThis episode is especially for business owners and consultants, but the themes will resonate with anyone navigating leadership in challenging times. No matter your role, the struggles we face are often more similar than different, and there’s always something to learn from the stories of others.
Recently, my business coaching clients and entrepreneurial colleagues have been sharing struggles that might feel familiar:
"What sold before is not selling now."
"I am ready to make a pivot, but I'm feeling nervous and unsure about how to do so."
"With the online spa...
2025-10-0734 min
Shameless Leadership959: Michelle Desmond: Why We Need to Talk About Death, Loss, and Grief at WorkI met Michelle Desmond a few months ago at a birthday gathering for a mutual friend. As Michelle started talking about her work in dying, death, and grief, I had question after question. I realized quickly I had to get her on the pod. I was so excited and grateful when she said yes. This is such an important topic that impacts every single human, yet very few ever talk about it.
Michelle is a corporate executive turned thanatologist (expert in dying, death, and bereavement). After experiencing extensive personal losses, she chose to leave a career that i...
2025-09-3050 min
Shameless Leadership958: LEADERSHIP TIPS: What Emerging Leaders Really Need—But Aren’t Getting"Sara, some of my newer leaders are really struggling. I know they want to shine, but they need support, and I don't have the time or skills to give them. Can you help?"
This is a conversation I've found myself in more and more over the last year. So, how did we get here?
More and more managers are being promoted into leadership roles without the training or support to succeed. In this episode, I unpack why so many emerging leaders are struggling: rapid reorgs, leaner teams, and the disappearance of formal leadership development. Then, I...
2025-09-2327 min
Shameless Leadership957: Jamie Lee: How to Amplify Self-Advocacy to Claim Your PowerJamie Lee is an executive coach who specializes in women and underrepresented leaders who are "allergic" to risky conversations and office politics. She focuses on helping them get promoted and better paid without compromising their integrity or throwing anyone under the bus. In her practice, she blends proven self-advocacy strategies with evidence-based neuroplasticity tools.
For over a decade, Jamie has trained thousands of professionals in effective self-advocacy at leading organizations, including Citi, Unilever, Association of Corporate Counsel, American College of Cardiologists, UC Berkeley School of Business, and Smith College.
She's also the host of the...
2025-09-1653 min
Risky Conversations with Jamie LeeImpostor Syndrome is a System, Not You with Sara DeanWhat if imposter syndrome isn’t about you—but about a system designed to keep women small?In this powerful episode of Risky Conversations, I speak with Sara Dean—keynote speaker, certified facilitator, and executive coach—to unpack the truth behind imposter syndrome, why women are socialized to doubt themselves, and how reclaiming self-trust changes everything.Sara shares her journey from personal trainer to executive coach for leaders at Amazon, Microsoft, and beyond, weaving in stories of speaking up at work, helping women shed the need to “shrink,” and building a leadership brand rooted in authenticity...
2025-09-1649 min
Shameless Leadership953: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: The Empathy Tightrope: How Much is Too Much (or Too Little?)Empathy is one of the most critical leadership skills we can have—but like any strength, it can become a liability when it’s out of balance. In this episode, I’m diving into the dangers of both too much and too little empathy as a leader. Because here’s the truth: leaders without enough empathy lose trust, connection, and team cohesion… but leaders with too much empathy risk burnout, decision fatigue, and losing their leadership edge.
We will dig into what happens when empathy turns into emotional over-functioning, when we’re not just feeling with our people, but...
2025-08-1927 min
Shameless Leadership952: Themba Dayton: The Power of Diversity In Building Effective and Successful TeamsI was thrilled to interview Themba Dayton, whom I was introduced to by Elena Joy Thurston, a past guest of the show and a friend. When I learned about Themba’s track record in building and guiding diverse teams, I immediately had a ton of questions for him. This conversation is a treasure trove of sage advice around the power of diversity in professional environments and why diverse teams will always have a leg up, no matter the state of the world.
Themba Dayton is a 30-year insurance professional in the employee benefits industry, living in the Paci...
2025-08-1251 min
Shameless Leadership951: LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES: 4 Questions to Ask Before Making a DecisionHave you ever found yourself staring down a big decision, maybe making a move, a new job offer, a promotion, or even staying in a role that no longer fits — and thought, “How do I know if this is the right move?”
In this episode, I walk you through four powerful questions I ask myself (and my clients) before making a big personal or professional decision. These questions help cut through the noise, slow down the overthinking spiral, and get you grounded in what you truly want and need.
I will walk you through these questi...
2025-08-0533 min
Shameless Leadership950: Dr. Karen Hills Pruden: What Bad Bosses Teach Us About Great LeadershipHaving a boss who causes harm or holds leadership values that clash with yours is rarely a positive experience. But time and again, I’ve seen how negative role models can motivate people to lead better and do better. Poor leadership often sparks a commitment to do things differently and more effectively as we grow. So maybe, in the long run, even bad leaders leave us with something valuable?
When I learned of Dr. Karen Hills Pruden’s work in leadership, partly inspired by her experience of having endured two incompetent leaders in close succession, I was eage...
2025-07-2949 min
Shameless Leadership943: Maria Ross: The 5 Pillars of Effective Empathetic LeadershipI met Maria Ross 12 years ago when we shared the stage at a women’s event. Her work is centered around human behavior and empathy in the workplace. What I love about talking to Maria is how she can dig into the nuts and bolts of concepts and theory while also making tricky concepts very approachable and applicable to everyone. If you want to cultivate more empathy or help others cultivate more empathy, Maria is your gal.
Maria is a speaker, facilitator, author, strategist, and empathy advocate who believes cash flow, creativity, and compassion are not mutually excl...
2025-06-1045 min
Shameless Leadership942: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: Stephanie Chung: Breaking Barriers in Aviation LeadershipStephanie Chung is a leader, fighter, survivor, breast cancer warrior, and barrier-breaker in corporate leadership who consistently embodies resilience and courage. I knew from the moment we met online that this would be a special conversation, which is why Stephanie is the first guest to join me on Shameless Leadership!
As a pioneering woman of color in the aviation sector with 35 years of aviation experience, Stephanie has ascended to top executive roles, including her tenure as Chief Growth Officer at Wheels Up and as the first African-American President of a private aviation company, JetSuite, marked by innovative s...
2025-06-0356 min
The Poker Zoo PodcastPZ101: Sara O’Connor Does ThingsIt’s early in the back nine for the Poker Zoo podcast, so it’s time to focus on what we want to accomplish. I have a fitting guest today in Sara O’Connor, a mid-Atlantic player and writer who has gathered some attention through her book, A New Queen’s Guide to Poker, and through some social media expertise. Sara has a lot of drive.
I was introduced to Sara through my friend Jason when he bit off a little more than he could chew in the course of his regular Twitter trolling. While Sara and I discuss...
2025-05-0646 min
Shameless Leadership923: LEADERSHIP TIPS: Should I Stay or Should I Go?“Sara, should I stay or should I go?” This is a very common conversation I have had with coaching clients over the years. Because I have the great honor of helping women deeply (re)connect to their sense of self, my clients frequently find themselves in a position of having outgrown their professional roles. As they learn about themselves, embrace their strengths and talents, and challenge themselves to grow in new ways, there is an almost inevitable realization at a certain point, “I think I’m ready for something more…” With this growth often comes a cl...
2025-01-2129 min
The Positive Gene PodcastCommunicating Genetic Risk with Confidence Across Family, Healthcare, and Relationships with Marleah Dean Kruzel, Ph.D.In this episode of The Positive Gene Podcast, host Sara Kavanaugh sits down with Dr. Marleah Dean-Kruzel, a health communication expert, TEDx speaker, and BRCA2 previvor. Dr. Dean-Kruzel is not only a renowned professor of health communication but also a powerful advocate featured in the CDC's Bring Your Brave Breast Cancer Campaign.
Together, they discuss the art and science of effective communication—a vital skill for anyone navigating hereditary cancer risk. From advocating for yourself in a medical setting to navigating delicate conversations with family and partners, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and heartfelt insights....
2024-12-2348 min
Shameless Leadership899: Laura Cathcart Robbins Turns the Mic on SaraWhen I started thinking about the final interview for the SMA before we rebrand the show as Shameless Leadership, I knew I wanted to do something special. It occurred to me that it could be fun to have someone turn the mic on me and ask me about the show over the last 8 years. Once I had this idea, I knew Laura Cathcart Robbins, my dear friend and a friend of the show, was the perfect person to turn the mic on me! In this episode, Laura takes us behind the scenes of the last 8 years of the...
2024-08-121h 01
613 Books PodcastDr. Sara Markowitz and Kosher ADHDOn this episode of “613 Books” Podcast, Producer-Host Heather Dean’s guest is Dr. Sara Markowitz, the co-author of “Kosher ADHD.” Among the topics they discuss are strategies for how someone with ADHD can overcome difficulties with prayer, Shabbat, Torah study, and other central aspects of Judaism.
“Kosher ADHD” offers a practical yet creative approach on how to transform the chaos of ADHD into a fulfilling Torah-observant lifestyle. Synthesizing Jewish insight and sensitivities with contemporary psychological theories and research, Drs. Simcha Chesner and Sara Markowitz provide all who struggle with ADHD – parents, teachers, children, adults, and therapists – with structured guidelines to empower the ADHD i...
2024-05-2945 minShameless Leadership875: Navigating Passion, Purpose, and Strategic ShiftsI am often asked, "Sara, how do I discover my passion?" It's a question typically accompanied by a sense of frustration over not having found it yet.We're often led to believe that unless we're wholly devoted to something we're passionate about, we're squandering our time and talents. However, I propose that it's sometimes acceptable to engage in pursuits that don't ignite our passion entirely, especially if they offer security and stability—like a steady paycheck and benefits.Of course, pursuing meaningful work that resonates with our passions and provides a sense of purpose is un...
2024-05-2037 minShameless Leadership874: Katie Krimitsos: How to Rediscover “What Do I Want For Myself?”Katie Krimitsos is the creator of the Women’s Meditation Network, a collection of 20 guided meditation podcasts that help listeners feel calmer, sleep easier, release anxiety, and consciously create their lives. Her meditations have been listened to over 140 million times by women all around the world. She’s a writer at heart, has a soft spot for animals, adores her Greek hubby, loves a good margarita, and treasures the job of raising her two girls.Katie has become a dear friend as we have navigated podcasting and entrepreneurship together. She has been a guest on the SMA multi...
2024-05-1552 min
Meditation for MomsGuest Meditation: I See You, Mama 💗 with Sara Dean of the Shameless Mom Academy PodcastYou probably noticed by the title that this episode just came out the other day, but I'm re-releasing it again because it's guided by my very good friend, Sara Dean, and I did not give her the proper introduction she deserves. So, it's here for you again. But first, a bit about Sara. Sara Dean is the host of the Shameless Mom Academy podcast. She is such an advocate for mamas living their best lives and really getting real about what this job of motherhood is actually about...
2024-05-0818 min
The Broken Pack™: Stories of Sibling LossSurviving Sibling Loss & Stigma following Addiction Related Death: Sara / DanSurviving Sibling Loss & Stigma: Sara / DanThe Broken Pack: Stories of Sibling Loss features Dr. Dean interviewing Sara McCann, who recounts losing her brother Dan to substance use disorder. In this conversation, Sara unpacks the unique challenges faced by surviving siblings and the stigma surrounding addiction. Prepare to be moved by Sara's raw account and Dr. Dean's expertise as they shed light on sibling loss. Sara's experience underscores the profound grief of surviving siblings and the need for greater support after sibling loss. By amplifying voices like hers, we can c...
2024-03-2837 min
Why Am I Just Finding This Out? - with Kristin StovernHeart Disease in Women: the #1 Cause of Death With Dr. Sara DeanWomen aren’t little men. We need to start treating women as women.
Today, Why Am I Just Finding This Out, host Dr. Kristin Stovern, APRN-C, MSN, CNM, FACNM, is joined by Sara Dean, DNP, MSN, APRN, RNFA, WHNP-BC, a Medical Science Liaison with Organon and women’s health advocate. Dr. Sara Dean began her career as a labor, delivery, and postpartum nurse before pursuing a master's degree as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP). She gained experience in general OB/GYN and surgical assistance, including robotic surgery. She shifted to a role as a Me...
2024-02-2331 min
It Gets Late Early: Ageism in the WorkplacePsychological Safety, Imposter Syndrome, and Shameless Parenting With Sara DeanWhich working mom do you know who has it all together? I can't think of anyone. Oh wait…why don’t we ask the same question about dads? Why aren’t they called working dads? Being a parent is an incredibly fulfilling experience, but it comes with a heck of a lot of challenges, none of which you can ever be fully prepared to face. But the truth is working moms face different challenges, not just in their homes, but also, especially in the workplace. Gender bias, ageism, imposter syndrome, and psychological safety are just som...
2023-12-2648 minShameless Leadership803: Susie Pettit: Codependent Parenting & Parenting Tweens/TeensSusie Pettit has been helping women live the lives they love for over 20 years. She is the podcast host of the Love Your Life Show, offers the super successful Parenting Teens Survival Course, and runs a monthly membership for Midlife Warriors. She is a certified Parent, Life + Wellness Coach, and a mom of 5 sons ages 18-25.Susie helps women live lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. She spent more than half her life living a life she did not love; as a people pleaser and codependent perfectionist in constant...
2023-09-0655 minShameless Leadership800: Behind the Scenes of 800 SMA Episodes!800!! UNREAL. I always joke that I am nothing if not consistent. Over the last 7.5 years, we have put out a new SMA every single Monday and Wednesday. And now we are up to 800! WOW. For funsies, I want to take you a bit behind the scenes for this episode. So, I’m answering some of the most common questions I get about hosting the show. I hope you enjoy this peek behind the curtain (and the little bit of tea that I spill.) In this episode, I answer these questions:
Do you ever run out...
2023-08-2838 min
613 Books PodcastSpiritual Motivation and Jewish Meditation with Author and Educator Sara BlauWe’re all deep thinkers, right? But who has time to actually meditate? And what is ‘Jewish’ meditation?
Heather Dean’s guest on this encore episode of “613 Books” Podcast is educator, international speaker and author Sara Blau, and she has written two incredible books for us to better and more fully meditate on authentic Jewish wisdom that will improve our lives practically and spiritually.
Sara’s book Close to You provides insights about The Tanya and accompanying ideas and affirmations to meditate on. Sara also discusses her book Thoughtstreams which is chock full of inspiration and meditations for the Jewish woman.
Remembe...
2023-08-0926 min
Think Unbroken with Michael Unbroken | Childhood Trauma, CPTSD, and Mental Health RecoveryLive with Intention | Heal and Thrive | with Sara DeanIn today’s episode, we sit down with Sara Dean, a renowned Women's Leadership Coach. Join us as we delve into the transformative topic of living with intention and discovering how to heal and thrive in every aspect of your life.Sara Dean will share her expertise and strategies for unlocking your full potential as a woman leader. With her guidance, you'll learn practical techniques to cultivate intentionality in your daily actions, empowering you to make conscious choices aligned with your personal and professional goals. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration as Sara Dean shares he...
2023-06-1342 minShameless Leadership732: On Passion, Purpose, and Knowing When to PivotOne of the most common questions I’ve gotten over the years is, “Sara, how do I find my passion?” Often this question is followed by some lamenting over the fact that one has not yet found their passion. Sometimes society tells us that if we are not committing our life’s work to something we are passionate about, we are wasting our time or our talent. I would like to argue that sometimes it’s ok to do something you’re not 100% passionate about because it provides you security and stability (ie: a paycheck and benefits).
2023-02-2737 minShameless Leadership725: Monica Packer: The Most Important Thing for Moms to Know About Personal GrowthMonica Packer is passionate about teaching practical-but-deep transformation. As a podcaster and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica is a former middle school teacher, a forever Oprah fangirl, a perpetual cookie dough maker, and an ambitious walker (the last one is a joke . . . sort of). She is also the Shameless Mom to 4 awesome kiddos, with a 5th on the way! This is Monica’s second time on the show and I just love how we were able to dig deep so quickly. This is a juicy conversation that you might...
2023-02-0150 minShameless Leadership722: Mindset Magic: Turn Your Secret Lies Into Courageous TruthsI’m in Arizona to lead a training tomorrow. I led part of this training online a while back and an attendee emailed me after and said, “Sara, my team NEEDS your training.” As we talked through what her team needs most right now, I got pretty excited. I knew I could leap right into “Secret Lies” with them and help them shift their mindset and the stories that take up space in their heads in big ways. If you’re anything like - oh - every single human being, you likely walk around all day with different stories...
2023-01-2333 min
Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude LyonsThe Shameless Mom: Owning Your Identity with Sara DeanSara Dean is a keynote speaker, a business and leadership coach, and a Step into Your Moxie® facilitator. She is also the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top-rated podcast with 4 million downloads. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crisis following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/ wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. Sara motivates and inspires women to stop shrinking and start shining #everydamnday. Sara leads her thriving membership community, Momentum Mamas, as well a...
2022-08-3050 min
Mother's Quest PodcastShowing Up with Shameless Mom Academy's Sara DeanToday's show with keynote speaker, business and leadership coach and Step into Your Moxie® facilitator Sara Dean, was five years in the making and worth the wait! Sara is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top rated podcast with over 600 episodes and 5 million downloads. As you'll hear her share in this conversation, Sara's biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crisis following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. T...
2022-08-2550 minShameless Leadership652: Madeline Reeves: Strategizing, Negotiating and Advocating for Your Needs at WorkMadeline Reeves is the founder & CEO of Fearless Foundry, a creative consultancy that supports ambitious humans in building branding, marketing, and business development strategies that allow them to make a meaningful impact in the world. Madeline is an outspoken force for promoting equity, collaboration, and community in business and she spends her time working with clients, creating content, hosting the Finding Fearless podcast, and leading her growing team. I have had the pleasure of interviewing Madeline as well as being interviewed by her and I can tell you she is the real deal. She walks the...
2022-05-2352 min
The Yoga Pants Podcast38 - Playing Bigger with Sara DeanSara Dean is mindset, business, and leadership coach for moms. She is also the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top rated podcast with over 3 million downloads. Her biggest passion is helping women own their space.
After enduring a long infertility journey, and then a full blown identity crises following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/ wellness and rebuilt her identity – one step at a time. Today, Sara motivates and inspires women to stop shrinking and start growing in every aspect of their lives. She is on a mis...
2022-04-1550 min
Finding FearlessChange Is Good with Sara Dean of @shamelessmomacademy - S3:E7Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Sara Dean on to talk about how she learned how to embrace change and step into her strengths in a major way. Sara Dean, Founder and President of The Shameless Mom Academy, is not only a business leader but a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and The Shameless Mom Academy Podcast host (boasting 4 million downloads, goals!). In this episode, Sara and I cover:- How to stop staying stuck in your struggles- Turn your struggles into strengths- Le...
2022-02-2856 minShameless Leadership626: Sara & Laura Cathcart Robbins Recap Their Dr. Phil Appearance and CRTBack in August of 2021, I got a text from my dear friend Laura Cathcart Robbins:“Sara, I know this is crazy, but I’m going on the Dr. Phil show on Wednesday to talk about CRT and they’ve just asked me if I know of any white moms who might be willing to speak as an ally and I thought of you. Would this be something you would consider?”I thought for a solid 30 seconds, felt like I might vomit, and then said YES. The next...
2022-02-2154 min
Journey Forward with Joree RoseAre You a Shameless Mom? With Sara DeanSo many moms struggle with their identity after having kids, and not many know what to do with that shift. It comes with a shift in values, purpose, and time, and many moms get stuck in a spiral of not knowing who they are and how to align with the various roles they have in their life. In this episode, I talk with Sara Dean, who is host of the well known podcast Shameless Mom Academy, about her journey into finding her balance, personally and professionally. What started as a career in the fitness industry, Sara pivoted to podcasting...
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The Wellness FanaticI Could at Least...with Sara DeanToday on the podcast, the lovely and genuine Sara Dean gets honest with us about her struggles and how she has transformed her life. We talk about conscious actions that can move you closer to the person YOU want to be and the life you want to live. We also talk about the fact that embarking on a wellness journey doesn't have to be expensive. Listen in to hear Sara's story on how she is doing "at least something" everyday to move her closer to the highest version of herself.
Anxiety, depression, disordered eating, substance abuse, co-dependency, low self-worth, and a...
2022-01-0935 min
Shameless LeadershipSee Inside My Business: Pulling Back The Curtain (Part 2)I might have had too much fun with this… The truth is I can geek out talking about business all day long. Why, you ask? Because stepping into my identity as a business owner and entrepreneur has allowed me to step into my role as a leader.Before I had a business, I did not see myself as a leader. A loudmouth? Maybe. Outspoken? For sure.But a leader? Nope. When I started owning that I was, in fact, a business owner so many things shifted for me. I took...
2021-11-1539 min
Shameless LeadershipSee Inside My Business: Pulling Back The Curtain (Part 1)“Sara, how do you run your business??” Well, let me tell you….I get asked business questions pretty much every single day. Everything from the nitty gritty on how to produce a podcast to how to support clients with varying needs to how to stay inspired and pumped up year after year to what kinds of software to use. SO MANY QUESTIONS! While members of Tenacious Mamas, my business and leadership mastermind, can ask me these questions on our weekly calls, the rest of you don’t have a place to “pick my brain.” So I...
2021-11-0837 min
The Empathy EdgeSara Dean: What Moms and Caregivers Need from the WorkplaceCaregivers in general, be they moms, dads or those caring for elder parents, are struggling at work right now in very specific ways. What can workplaces do to support them and see things from their point of view? Empathy combined with action will ensure you don’t lose top talent, but instead enable them to thrive and help your company succeed.Today I have the utter joy to talk with Sara Dean, who knows a thing or two about moms and the many hats they wear at work and home. We talk about where exactly empathy is la...
2021-11-0245 min
Outgrow The GrindReclaim Your Time and Energy featuring Sara DeanWelcome back to Season 4 of Outgrow the Grind! Today we're joined by Sara Dean, a mindset, business and leadership coach and the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast. After enduring her own identity crisis following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology, health, and wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. She is on a mission to inspire women and moms, in particular, to live bigger, bolder, braver #everydamnday. 🌱 In this episode, you'll learn: About Sara's original approach to scheduling as a "brand new baby podcaster" The...
2021-10-1829 min
Front Seat Life Podcast91: FS16 – ENFJ with Sara DeanWelcome back to the Front Seat 16, our new series from the Front Seat Life podcast! I am your host Jessica Butts, and today Sara Dean joins me for probably my favorite episode of the series to talk about ENFJ! Why’s it my favorite? Because it’s my type too, haha! Sara is a dear friend, a podcasting genius, and the creator and host of The Shameless Mom Podcast.Overall ENFJs are extroverted, intuitive, feeling and judging which means they give their best selves to other people. They are big picture thinkers. They think outside the box, they’re alw...
2021-10-121h 01
Shameless LeadershipWaiting Is Ruining Your Life“Sara, I’ve been getting your emails for 7 years and I’m finally ready to sign up for your program.”This is the email I got from a prospective gym member back when I had my gym. This woman had been waiting for 7 year - SEVEN YEARS - to finally qualify herself to change her life. She came in to check out the gym a few days later and we immediately hit it off. After about 10 minutes, she confided in me, “I can’t believe I waited so long. I keep thinking where I would be if I...
2021-04-0525 min
Shameless LeadershipAngie Trueblood: How To Share Your Stories With The WorldAs a podcast visibility expert and host of the Go Pitch Yourself podcast, Angie Trueblood knows that the only 'perfect pitch' is the one that leads with value and focuses on building a genuine connection. Whether she is teaching entrepreneurs how to pitch themselves or working behind the scenes to secure opportunities for others, Angie leverages her super-connector powers to grow businesses and build long-lasting relationships. When she's not working with her clients or being active in her local community, she loves exploring Richmond, Virginia's parks and playgrounds with her two kiddos, checking out new restaurants with her hubs...
2021-03-1755 min
Shameless Leadership5 Years Of Lessons On Leadership And Motherhood5 years ago today I launched the first episode of The Shameless Mom Academy. To be honest, if it hadn’t been for a pushy coach I would likely still be saying, “I think I’m going to do a podcast soon.” Starting is the only way to find the magic and I’m so glad I started when I did. I wasn’t quite sure what I was doing and I wasn’t quite sure why I was doing it. I only knew I had some things to say. I wanted - no, needed - to talk about the t...
2021-03-1536 min
Shameless LeadershipRacheal Cook: How To Conserve Energy, Set Boundaries And Reject Hustle CultureAs an award-winning business strategist, host of the Promote Yourself to CEO podcast, and best-selling author, Racheal Cook is on a mission to end entrepreneurial poverty for women. Over the last 10 years she has helped thousands of female entrepreneurs design predictably profitable businesses without the hustle and burnout that doing #allthethings inevitably accomplishes. In fact, Racheal is a sought after speaker on entrepreneurship, marketing, and productivity and has been featured by the US Chamber of Commerce, Forbes Coaching Council, Female Entrepreneur Association, and more. Her real passion, though, is supporting savvy, soulful women as they implement the strategy, systems...
2021-03-101h 01
Shameless Leadership1 Year Into A Pandemic. Moms Are Not Ok.I have repeatedly likened our survival of this pandemic to our survival of Newbornland. We have endured a year of uncertainty and upheaval. We have made accommodations and adaptations to our lives that we never imagined - and often thought were not possible (hello virtual learning).This has taken a toll on us physically, mentally, and emotionally. And, like surviving Newbornland, we cannot fully process the toll it has taken because we have had to focus on keeping our family units alive and safe - without having the time or energy to give any consideration to our own...
2021-03-0835 min
Redeemed and Restored with Athena Dean HoltzBrenda Wilbee on Taming Our Dragons and Sara Cormany’s Romans 8:28 Story – Episode 36Redemption Press author Brenda Wilbee discusses powerful choices for women in conflict and pain, and She Writes for Him Bootcamp grad Sara Cormany shares how God works all things together for good even in the midst of chronic pain and illness. The post Brenda Wilbee on Taming Our Dragons and Sara Cormany’s Romans 8:28 Story …
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2020-08-1200 min
The Same 24 HoursSara Dean: Shameless Mom AcademySara Dean is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top rated podcast with over 2 million downloads. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crisis following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/ wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. Sara motivates and inspires women to stop shrinking and start shining. She is on a mission to inspire women and moms, in particular, to live bigger, bolder, braver #everydamnday.
Sara serves women through her podcast, her th...
2020-08-0442 min
Fast Lane With Sara JayneEpisode 07: Making Your Life Better with Dr. Jason DeanTitle: The Knowledge to Make Your Life Better with Dr. Jason Dean, Chiropractor
In this episode, Sara talks with Dr. Jason Dean, a chiropractor based in Florida who works to help people improve their lives by better understanding their physical selves. Dr. Dean speaks about how he entered chiropractic, how he helps people to get their bodies working as they should, and why he believes in communication and freedom.
Episode Highlights:
How did you get into chiropractic and how did you become so passionate about what you do?
Dr. Dean actua...
2020-05-2829 min
Run This World with Nicole DeBoom Podcast169 - Keep Showing Up with Sara Dean of the Shameless Mom AcademySara Dean is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top rated podcast with over 2 million downloads. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crisis following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. Sara motivates and inspires women to stop shrinking and start shining. She is on a mission to inspire women and moms, in particular, to live bigger, bolder, braver #everydamnday.
I had the honor of being featured on her podcast - the Sh...
2020-05-121h 24
"Doctor Mom" Podcast#182: How to be a Shameless Mom with Sara DeanStephanie chats with Sara Dean from the Shameless Mom Academy about how moms can step into their power and gifts in bigger ways, how they can cultivate a deeper sense of self-trust, and how all this creates space for us to train people how to treat us. They share how to have more powerful conversations with others, lower the unreasonably high expectations we have about what we can accomplish (especially now during the pandemic) and all be a little more shameless. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to he...
2020-04-2849 min
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive ParentHow to be a Shameless Mom with Sara DeanStephanie chats with Sara Dean from the Shameless Mom Academy about how moms can step into their power and gifts in bigger ways, how they can cultivate a deeper sense of self-trust, and how all this creates space for us to train people how to treat us. They share how to have more powerful conversations with others, lower the unreasonably high expectations we have about what we can accomplish (especially now during the pandemic) and all be a little more shameless. Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We'd love to hear...
2020-04-2849 min
What WorksEP 269: Co-Creating A Brand In Community With Shameless Mom Academy Host Sara Dean
In This Episode:
* Shameless Mom Academy founder & host Sara Dean shares how her brand developed over time and in partnership with her community* Why she started the podcast in the first place, as well as why it was key she didn’t have a business in mind at first* How she came to understand the rewards of imperfect action* Why she took some big risks to bring her community together in person and how it paid off
It’s tempting to think that you control your...
2020-03-1740 min
Front Seat Life Podcast54: How Do You Decide What to Fight For? – Sara DeanI have my amazing, thoughtful, kick-ass, brilliant friend Sara Dean with me today. Sarah is the creator and mind behind Shameless Mom Academy. We have an INCREDIBLE CONVERSATION about what it’s like to stand up for being a woman in this world. How to have an opinion and a voice without sounding “bitchy.”Both of us are PASSIONATE about our messages, and it can get easy these days to get sucked into disagreements or even HOSTILE conversations, online and off, that can lead us down a rabbit-hole.We delve into examples that happen to us, and li...
2020-01-1655 min
Shameless LeadershipThe 4 Biggest Gifts Of 400 EpisodesThis is the week!!On Christmas day, the SMA will celebrate 400 episodes.DAMN.That’s not a small milestone.I have learned so much on this journey and I thought it would be fun to share some of the vulnerable behind the scenes moments with you. Listen in to hear:The top 4 gifts I’ve gleaned over 400 episodesThe guests that I’ve been most nervous forA few of my most vulnerable moments on the showThe parts that have looked...
2019-12-2337 min
EVERYTHING with ALI LEVINEMeet Powerhouse Sara Dean of Shameless Mom -Mama and Community Leader -Helping women own their spaceHappy Monday loves! What a motivating show today with powerhouse mama Sara Dean!Ali and Sara recorded this a couple months ago fyi, incase you hear references to Amelia Rei being a little younger, you're not crazy haha, this was an episode Ali held onto because of the power behind it, and decided between it just being Sara's Birthday & beginning of a new month, it was the perfect time to release it!Ali was so excited to have Sara on her show to talk about how she helps women own their space and her true passion with it!Sara and...
2019-12-0249 min
Only One In The RoomSara Dean Was The Only Mom Who Couldn't Have a Baby Episode 22Picture yourself living the dream, you are in a loving, committed marriage, own thriving, growing businesses and have a close-knit circle of friends, who like you, are expecting to complete their similarly “perfect lives” with a baby or two. Sara Dean, Seattle-based podcaster, business woman, motivational speaker and business and transformation coach, knew that at age 37, she had waited longer than many of her friends to start “trying” for a baby. But when she found herself attending baby shower after baby shower for friend after friend, Sara began to wonder if she and her husband had waited too long. But what happe...
2019-10-221h 02
ShenkLeather Boots, Micro-Dosing & Arm Chair Warriors W/ Comedian Dean Del RayComedian Sara Weinshenk sits down W/Comedian Dean Del Ray. They discuss everything from psilocybin to comedy and Dean's love of fashion. Follow Dean Del Ray @deandelray Instagram + Twitter @deandelray Check out Dean's Podcast: Let There Be Talk Follow Sara Weinshenk @princessshenk Email all fashion/guest related questions to shenk.pod@gmail.com Subscribe, Rate & Review on iTunes! Brought to you by: AbsoluteXtracts - @absolutextracts on Instagram- ABX - abx.org Care By Design - @carebydesign - cbd.org EAZE.COM - D...
2019-09-1153 min
Front Seat Life Podcast20: Yes, I Can with Guest Sara DeanZone of Genius? Zone of Excellence? WTF are those? Sara and I go deep today into defining these concepts. And we detail how we can get caught in our comfort zones sometimes, sticking to our Excellence and avoiding the discomfort that is required to push through to get to our Genius.This wonderful conversation with Sara Dean, host of the Shameless Mom Podcast and Academy, reveals so many of the struggles we can run into as our businesses grow and require us to take on new roles, new duties. What so many of us do is jump in...
2019-05-2353 min
Shameless LeadershipSusie Pettit Beat Overwhelm, Anxiety and Your Own Inner CriticSusie Pettit has been helping women live lives they love for over 10 years. She is the host of the podcast Love Your Life Show and owner of the Wellness Company Strength: Mind & Body, LLC. She is a certified Life + Wellness Coach and a mom of 3 teenage sons.Susie is passionate about helping women live lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. She spent more than half her life living a life she did not love; as a people pleaser, codependent perfectionist, trying desperately to win an award for ‘Martyr of th...
2019-05-0155 min
Shameless Leadership303: 6 Tips To Turn Around A Terrible DayI’m not gonna sugar coat it. You will have hard days. Like, curl up in a ball and cry hard days. Like lay on the floor kicking and screaming hard days. Like, lose your cool with your kids hard days. Like, hate your husband hard days. Like you want to throw your coffee in your co-workers face hard days.It’s going to happen. And here’s the deal.You can handle it. You can do hard things.You are resourceful and resilient.You have superpowers.You can m...
2019-01-2131 min
Shameless Leadership291: Permission To Eat, Drink, And Be MerryLet’s get really clear about something real quick…You deserve to enjoy your holidays. You deserve to eat the cookies.You deserve to drink the nog.You deserve to live it up and laugh out loud and love lots in all the ways that fill your soul.AND, you deserve to do all this guilt-free.That said, I want you to be mindful and intentional about what truly brings you joy.I want you to be aware of delightful indulgence vs mindless consumption. For...
2018-12-1031 min
Love Your Story: Stories and discussions about personal growth, mindset and living with intentionEpisode 115 Interview Sara Dean: A Story of the Struggle with InfertilityEpisode 115 Interview Sara Dean: A Story of the Struggle of Infertility
Have you or someone you know struggled with infertility? Sara Dean – the creator and host of the popular podcast the Shameless Mom Academy, tells us her story of infertility, going through the emotional process of combating infertility, and the life changes that came as she successfully got pregnant with her son Vinny. “I’m getting an F in making babies,” she bemoaned as she and her husband traveled this road of eager desperation. Tune in for the story of her journey, and our discussion on how we acquir...
2018-11-2839 min
Shameless Leadership280: Courtney Shorter: Grief, Joy, and Soul Free MamasCourtney Shorter is the Owner and Event Designer at RyanMorgan Events and Soul Free Mamas, where she plans memorable events and retreats that bring people together… Courtney has always loved planning gatherings, parties, and yes...meetings! Fascinated by all the details in dressing up, dancing, the music, lights, the food, and the glamour. Much like a stylist helps her clients find the best garments to showcase the greatest versions of who they are; Courtney helps her clients throw the best party or event to exhibit the very best of what they have to offer. Over the last few year...
2018-10-311h 02
The PurposeGirl Podcast: Empowering women to live their purpose with courage, joy, and fierce self-love.Helping Women Own Their Space with Sara Dean From The Shameless Mom AcademyManaging work life and family life can be a challenge, and many moms end up giving up on their dreams or putting their own desires and interests on the back burner. My guest today, Sara Dean, knows all about this. Sara is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, a top rated podcast rapidly approaching 1 million downloads. Sara’s biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crises following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/wellness and rebuilt her identity, one step at a time. Sara...
2018-10-1246 min
The Mom EnterpriseSara Dean: Speaker, Writer, Podcaster, Shameless MomWelcome to The Mom Enterprise, a weekly podcast hosted by Kendra Martinez featuring working Moms who find a way to manage it all. Episode Guest: Sara Dean Sara Dean is the creator and host of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, which has been featured in 5 categories of iTunes New & Noteworthy for almost 2 years now, and is rapidly approaching one million downloads. Sara's biggest passion is helping women own their space. After enduring her own identity crises following the birth of her son, Sara took her background in psychology/health/ wellness and rebuilt her identity, one...
2018-08-1947 min
Shameless Leadership249: Sara Dean: Kick Your Imposter Syndrome To The CurbEveryone struggles with Imposter Syndrome. EVERYONE.Over the last year or so I have been noticing how prevalent Imposter Syndrome is among some of the most successful people I know. It has become abundantly clear that we all struggle with feeling worthy. So, now that I’ve confirmed that this is a problem for you, lol, I’m going to talk to you about how to manage it.Listen in to hear me share:
What Imposter Syndrome is and how it might be impacting your life
The time I saw Macklemore struggle with Im...
2018-07-1646 min
Alchemy & Action (formerly Wellpreneur): Nature-based Personal Growth for High-Achieving WomenSelling your Wellness Business with Sara Dean {e174}This week we’re talking about a topic that we never discussed in any of our couple of hundred episodes already published on The Wellpreneur Podcast. We’re talking about selling your business! My today’s guest is Sara Dean of Shameless Mom, and she’s actually been a guest on our show before in episode 157 to talk about running two of her businesses: a gym and a podcast that inspires guilt free moms. And Sara had a huge change in her business with selling her gym, so I really wanted to catch up with her because there are a lot of...
2018-06-2534 min
Wellpreneur: Wellness Marketing and MindsetSelling your Wellness Business with Sara Dean {e174}This week we’re talking about a topic that we never discussed in any of our couple of hundred episodes already published on The Wellpreneur Podcast. We’re talking about selling your business! My today’s guest is Sara Dean of Shameless Mom, and she’s actually been a guest on our show before in episode 157 to talk about running two of her businesses: a gym and a podcast that inspires guilt free moms. And Sara had a huge change in her business with selling her gym, so I really wanted to catch up with her because there are a lot of...
2018-06-2535 min
Shameless Leadership222: Sara LeHoullier: Shameless Stepmom and BusybeeSara LeHoullier has always been a busy-bee. With a BA in English Literature and a Master's in Sustainable Development, she jumped from teaching English as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Madagascar to managing donor-funded projects with a large NGO, then dove into consulting with Microsoft before striking out on her own. She currently designs Squarespace websites and writes copy for passionate entrepreneurs and small businesses — she’s also the co-founder of Shop the Change, a web app designed to help consumers make value-based shopping decisions and support the brands working to make the world a better place. Her most challe...
2018-04-111h 00
Naked Conversations: Race, Culture, & BeyondLiving a Shameless Life: Bigger, Bolder, Braver with Sara Dean When Sara and I met through a mutual friend, as she interviewed me for her Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, the conversation flowed immediately. Sara was so honest, open, and generous. She shared her stories with heart and vulnerability, something I find to be very difficult for many. She also went out of her way to share her podcasting wisdom with me, to guide me as I launched this show. That woman-to-woman support is priceless, and one of my favorite things about creating this podcast… meeting amazing women who want to support each other, and the broader community, to...
2018-04-0352 min
Shameless Leadership217: The Secret BaptismWe recently made some decisions around education and religion that gave me the opportunity to dig into some discomfort. I thought it was worth sharing here, as I learn more and more that things are not always black and white (Dammit! It’s soooo much easier when they are!)Sharing here allowed me to process what this journey has been like for me. I think you might find it helpful if you’ve ever had to make uncomfortable decisions around religion.Annnnd…. I would love to hear your stories discomfort and religion. Email me at sara@sham...
2018-03-2640 min
Shameless Leadership206: Heather Huhman: Beating InfertilityOnce Heather R. Huhman and her husband developed their careers enough to feel financially solvent, they decided it was time to start building their family. Unfortunately, the journey to motherhood was long and traumatic. In five years, Heather endured seven embryo transfers (three retrieval cycles with fresh transfers, four frozen transfers), four miscarriages, and stillborn twins before finally giving birth to her daughter Aurora prematurely in January 2016.Inspired by her own painful experience with infertility and pregnancy loss, Heather launched a twice weekly podcast called Beat Infertility in June 2015. The show features both infertility warriors and fertility expe...
2018-02-1458 min
Holistic Ratio PodcastResolving to be Shameless w/ Sara Dean, Shameless Mom Academy, Ep. 25Send a textWhat is a shameless mom, and is it the same as being selfish (and is it really a "bad thing)? How can we (especially moms) change from habits of self-neglect to self-care, and how does the Shameless Mom thrive in her daily life? How is she helping her child to live shamelessly amid gender stereotypes? We go even deeper, exploring feminism, people-pleasing, needless apologies, giving ourselves permission, resolutions vs. goals, and priorities. It's one of the BEST episodes we ever published and I know if you're a mom, you'll love it. Sara Dean...
2018-01-0151 min
Shameless LeadershipSara, I'm Thinking About QuittingI got a message from a woman the other day, “Sara, I’m thinking about quitting.” I have a lot of thoughts around quitting. A lot of people will spew BS lines about “winners never quit”, or “pain is temporary, quitting lasts forever.” Yuck. And totally untrue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2017-12-1833 min
Alchemy & Action (formerly Wellpreneur): Nature-based Personal Growth for High-Achieving WomenSelling Self-Care and Shame-Free Marketing with Sara Dean {e134}This week we are talking about shame with Sara Dean of Shameless Mom Academy. Sara is a wellpreneur who owns on-site gyms and is also a host of Shameless Mom Academy podcast in which she talks about shame in motherhood. Sara and I met in the Philippines and I knew right away that I wanted to have her on the show to talk about the issue of shame not only with motherhood but also with wellness and marketing in our business. There is so much shame used in marketing starting from all the ways weight loss is marketed to...
2017-06-0535 min
Wellpreneur: Wellness Marketing and MindsetSelling Self-Care and Shame-Free Marketing with Sara Dean {e134}This week we are talking about shame with Sara Dean of Shameless Mom Academy. Sara is a wellpreneur who owns on-site gyms and is also a host of Shameless Mom Academy podcast in which she talks about shame in motherhood. Sara and I met in the Philippines and I knew right away that I wanted to have her on the show to talk about the issue of shame not only with motherhood but also with wellness and marketing in our business. There is so much shame used in marketing starting from all the ways weight loss is marketed to...
2017-06-0536 min
Shameless Leadership69: How to be a Nasty WomanKnow Thy Triggers. I say this to my gym members all the time. You have to know what triggers you, if you want to really own the heck out of your life. Knowing your triggers allows you to say yes to the right things and no to the wrong things. Knowing your triggers helps you identify what you want to fight for and what fights are a waste of your time. Last week I put up a fight. A couple times. I defended my child. I def...
2016-10-2442 min