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Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education142 | Entrepreneurship for Classically Educated Kids - ft. Sarah HernholmWhat mindsets make someone successful? We discuss this and more with Sarah Hernholm, founder of WIT (Whatever It Takes), which teaches entrepreneurship to kids ages 12-18. Join us as we explore the intersection of education, youth empowerment, and the entrepreneurial mindset.2025-05-1328 minVeritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education141 | Classical Education from a Writer for Forbes - ft. Sarah HernholmHave you heard about the $10 billion rise of classical Christian education? Sarah Hernholm notes in her recent Forbes article that, “A 2,500-year-old educational approach is quietly disrupting the $750 billion K-12 education market…Classical Christian Education (CCE) has expanded from a niche movement to a significant market force, with over 677,500 students enrolled across 1,551 institutions for the 2023-2024 school year. Projections indicate this figure could reach 1.4 million by 2035.”Check out her article here and then listen to this episode where we dive into her findings!2025-05-0629 min
The Hoffman PodcastS10e3 Sarah Hernholm - Whatever It TakesSarah Hernholm, the Founder and President of Whatever It Takes (WIT), is our guest today. Through WIT, Sarah supports teens and young adults in using their voices, launching businesses, and creating sustainable impact in their communities.
Feeling “sick and tired of being sick and tired,” Sarah came to our retreat site in Connecticut to attend the Process. During the Process, students face the pain of the past and learn to take responsibility for their lives. It’s challenging work. As a writer, podcast host, and three-time TEDx speaker, Sarah is used to speaking honestly and eloquently. While at the...2025-03-0633 min
Homeschool Mom2MomEntrepreneurship for Teens and TweensIn this engaging Homeschool Mom2Mom session, Sarah Hernholm – Forbes magazine writer, 3x TedX Talk speaker, and founder of WIT (Whatever It Takes) revealed actionable strategies to help homeschool parents: Cultivate creativity and critical thinkingBuild executive functioning and problem-solving skillsEmpower kids to turn ideas into action and step into leadership rolesWatch the Webinar Now to practical tools for inspiring the next generation of innovators and changemakers, discovering how to help your teen dream big and do even bigger!P.S. This isn’t just for teens—it works for adults too! 2025-02-1742 min
Mad Rush with Trisha AddicksEP 34: Doing WIT with Sarah HernholmIn this episode of Mad Rush, host Trisha Addicks sits down with Sarah Hernholm, a former elementary school teacher turned entrepreneur who has dedicated her career to empowering t(w)eens to take charge of their futures. Sarah founded WIT – Whatever It Takes, an organization that helps young people worldwide launch businesses, non-profits, and social movements while cultivating emotional intelligence, soft skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset.Trisha and Sarah dive into the power of youth-led innovation, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how doing WIT can change lives. Sarah shares insights from her work, including he...2025-02-0557 min
DO WITSPECIAL EPISODE - All You Need To Know About Frigo Cheeseheads Competition DO WIT podcast host and founder of WIT, Sarah Hernholm, takes this episode to dive into the Build A Bright Future Competition happening now - Nov. 17. I N THIS EPISODE SHE DISCUSSES: Why you should "shoot your shot" if you are 8-15 years old How to complete the application What you will win -- $$$$$$$$ ....... and more! APPLY here - https://woobox.com/aezcnm Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/ doing_wit https://www.instagram.com/dowitpodcast/ dowitpodcast WIT hosts weekly hangou...2023-10-2616 min
DO WITDO WIT chat - Brad Slater of WMEBrad Slater, an agent at WME in Beverly Hills started his career after graduating from the University of Arizona in 1996. His first job upon graduating was in foreign distribution selling American made films to countries throughout the world. In 1998 he made the transition to the representation business and went to work at Michael Ovitz’ Artist Management Group (AMG) as an assistant to talent manager Rick Yorn. After learning the business and working his way up, Mr. Slater was promoted and became a talent manager in August, 2001. After managing various careers he made the transition to agent in 2003 at...2023-10-051h 01
Nonprofits Are Messy: Lessons in Leadership | Fundraising | Board Development | CommunicationsEp 188: Can A Teen Be Your Next Executive Director? (with Sarah Hernholm)How do we ensure that the next generation of nonprofit leadership is prepared? Sarah Hernholm shares her groundbreaking work with WIT.2023-09-2353 min
DO WITDO WIT Chat - Back To School Edition w/ Danielle FarageMeet Danielle Farage - https://daniellefarage.com/ Gen Z Futurist. Educator. Community Builder. Danielle is a Top Voice and digital nomad, who has first-hand experience in living the future work. For the past 3 years, Danielle has worked in the HR technology industry, helping organizations navigate challenges posed by the pandemic, widening skills gap and mental health epidemic. She fosters a belief in communicating through "Danielleisms" and "Friendtorships" to enhance ways of conscious thinking and relationship building. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS Handling a lay-off Innovation in Israel Visualizing goals What we would p...2023-09-061h 02
DO WITDO WIT Chat - Back To School Edition w/ Julia HoweMeet Julia Howe - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-howe-37b24326a/ Julia is a teen entrepreneur and the host of the podcast "Hitting The Wall." She is passionate about endurance sports, helping teen girls develop greater confidence in and out of sports, and learning about innovative education and community service! She spends her time singing and trail running and … doing WIT! IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS Turning an idea into reality - in just 5 days Launching a podcast Facing insecurities about sharing your work What we would pack in our "backpack" CONNECT WITH...2023-08-3057 min
DO WITDO WIT Chat - Back To School Edition w/ Dr. Melanie McNallyMeet Dr. Melanie McNally - https://www.destinationyou.net/about Melanie helps teens and young adults become the superheroes of their own life stories by teaching them how to become more comfortable with who they truly are. She grew up in a pretty dysfunctional home and struggled with anxiety most of the time. Worrying about everything— grades, what others thought of her, parent’s constant fighting, her future, money, swim meets and softball games... you name it, she worried about it. Melanie ended up learning about psychology during her undergraduate school and loved it; however, she...2023-08-231h 00
The Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd WestraEp#333 Sarah Hernholm: Why is this NOT in the school system? Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets and Empowering Youth for SuccessThe Growth and Scaling Podcast with Todd Westra
Episode 333 of the Growth of Scaling Podcast features Sarah Hernholm, the Founder and President of WIT - Whatever It Takes. Discover the essence of Entrepreneurial Mindsets and their transformative impact on empowering youth in this engaging episode.
Embark on a journey of fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets and empowering youth through the remarkable story of Sarah Hernholm and "Whatever It Takes" (WIT). Guided by the mission of cultivating Entrepreneurial Mindsets, WIT drives success among young individuals via dynamic business launches, immersive hackathons, and a close-knit community. Experience the profound i...2023-08-1926 min
DO WITDO WIT Chat - Back To School Edition w/ the founders of Girls MentorshipThe creators of Girls Mentorship - https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Mary Frances is an avid community supporter, adult cheerleader, experienced coach & leader. Part of her joy as a mentor is not just being the one who leads but also having the ability to raise others to live into their leadership potential. Jill is a serial optimist with a bubbly personality and animated expressions. She is a wife, mother of two boys, and seeks fun in everything she does! She is an experienced coach & former leader at lululemon, where she spent nearly a decade building her...2023-08-1652 min
It's No FlukeE9 Sarah Hernholm & Elliot Kotek: What would you tell your 15-year-old self?Two guests. No time to waste. This conversation is all about unlocking creativity, what holds us back, what can propel us forward and what we would tell our 15 year old selves if given the chance now.
Elliot Kotek is a shockingly humble creative legend with 7 Emmy nominations, 5 Cannes Lions, 2 Clios, multiple Webby honors and the Shortys' Audience Award for Best Brand Awareness Campaign in 2023 with First Robotics. He is the producer of award-winning festival-favorites such as Queen Mimi, the NBC Peacock Original Black Boys, and the Netflix Original Little Miss Sumo. The Hidden Power of Purpose, made wi...2023-07-041h 10
The SoapyRao ShowExposure to failure: The value in taking risks from a young age ft. Sarah HernholmSarah Hernholm is a former elementary school teacher turned entrepreneur.In 2009, she left the classroom to create WIT - Whatever It Takes. At WIT, Sarah works with t(w)eens around the world who are interested in using their voice and ideas to launch businesses, non-profits, and/or social movements. WIT also focuses on helping t(w)eens develop emotional intelligence, soft skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset.Since launching WIT, Sarah has created the t(w)een coaching program 360 Self, Inc.. She has given 3 TEDx talks, multiple keynotes, and one commencement address. She also writes...2023-06-231h 08
DO WITDO WIT HANGOUT - Tiffany JuTiffany is the founder of Chunks. She started Chunks in 2019 because she couldn’t find a cute hair clip. It started out as a one-woman operation out of her basement but has evolved into a small dedicated team, growing this brand with purpose. She graduated from Parsons School of Design in 2008 and has designed and made accessories for the past ten years. CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-ju/ https://chunks.shop/ Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/ ...2023-05-101h 06
Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & LawLegal Grounds | Sarah HernholmI often joke on the show that a lot of people my age have the "these kids today..." mentality. But like a lot of humor there is a strong undercurrent of truth, and so my hope has always been that leaders will eventually see that this mentality is not just foolish, but also pretty dang silly. And to further complicate things, as my guest today points out, adults aren't totally wrong that this generation seems to be less motivated and less resilient than...2023-05-101h 01
DO WITDO WIT HANGOUT - Ryan HaskinsRyan is an innovative, inspiring and successful marketer offering big-picture thinking and integrated strategic expertise across all global and domestic media forms – with a skill-set built to inform and amplify creative ideation. 10+ years at Wieden + Kennedy (8+ in Portland, 2 1/2 in NYC) including 8 years working across several categories of the Nike business. Currently embracing a full-time commitment to his consultancy, Bridge Business Development LLC. Bridge offers consulting for your growing marketing department as well as an ad agency alternative - building you a team of high-level agency talent (media, strategy, creative, production, etc.) without the high costs or long-term commitment. 2023-05-0856 min
DO WITDO WIT HANGOUT - Venessa JohnsonVenessa has worked at various startups as well as established companies mostly focused on consumer products and services. She has a proven track record of being able to increase the bottom line, acquire customers, open markets and to scale verticals. She recently founded - https://www.trueproductstudio.com/ CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/venessajohnson/ Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/ https://www.instagram.com/dowitpodcast/2023-05-0346 min
DO WITDO WIT HANGOUT - Elle De FreitasElle is the founder of Wonderkind, a design, marketing and content studio specializing in food and beverage brands. They are a 28 person, all gal team, in Austin working with 300+ consumer brands including Yasso, Toto, Better Brand, Torchy's, Sunlife Organics, Flow, ChocXO, MudWtr, Goodonya + Hippeas. CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/elle-de-freitas-b30b1766/ https://www.instagram.com/wonderkindco/ Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/ https://www.instagram.com/dowitpodcast/ 2023-05-0146 min
DO WITDO WIT - Clore Founders Barrett + SebastienBarrett + Sebastien are the co-founders of Clore. Clore's mission is to decrease the size of wildfires, saving both lives and property. They achieve this mission by selling a fire retardant that is applied at the start of wildfire season around structures. Clore Wildfire Home Defense offers season long protection, allowing you to keep your home safe from fires. IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT What's new with Clore Clore's current hiring process What they hope to accomplish this summer Ways they have grown since being in WIT .... and more! CONNECT WITH GU...2023-05-0147 min
DO WITDO WIT HANGOUT - Nik SharmaNik is the CEO of Sharma Brands, a strategic initiatives firm working with a wide range of brands to help grow and scale revenue across digital platforms. Nik is one of AdWeek’s Young & Influential, Forbes 30 under 30, Business Insider's up and coming Investors to Watch, and an investor and advisor to some of the fastest-growing brands in commerce. He is also a WIT graduate! CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrniksharma/ https://www.nik.co/. https://twitter.com/mrsharma Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Foll...2023-04-2748 min
DO WITDO WIT Chat with Sadie Sutton host of She PersistedSadie Sutton is the founder and host of the She Persisted Podcast. Recently she launched a podcast marketing company - Waveform Social. IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Ways to support loved ones dealing with mental health struggles Why Sadie decided to launch a podcast + lessons learned since Episode 1 How Sadie translated the skills she taught herself into making $$ + launching a new business Why Sadie does extensive research before accepting guests on her show CONNECT WITH GUEST https://www.instagram.com/shepersiste... https://www.shepersistedpodcast.com/l... https://www.waveformsocial.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@w...2023-02-2858 min
DO WITDO WIT chat solo episode with Sarah ( aka @Miss_WIT)Sarah Hernholm is the founder of WIT - Whatever It Takes and the host of the DO WIT podcast. Sarah Follow her on Instagram @miss_wit. IN THIS EPISODE SHE TALKS ABOUT Letting go of the pressure to "find your passion" The WIT 3 Why it's ok to let people be wrong about you The dynamics of high school still exist as adults CONNECT Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/2023-02-0719 min
DO WITDO WIT chat with Ava Ronning founder of Stick + Poke FashionAva Ronning is a teen entrepreneur and the founder of Stick + Poke Fashion. Recently she launched a capsule collection of handmade pants and she's almost sold out! IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Starting even if you don't feel "ready" Building confidence through entrepreneurship Facing the fear of worrying about what people will think Upcoming goals + plans CONNECT WITH GUEST Follow https://www.instagram.com/stickandpok... Shop https://www.stickandpokefashion.com Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing...2023-02-0732 min
DO WITDO WIT chat with Margot Machol Bisnow - Author of Raising An EntrepreneurMargot Machol Bisnow is the author of Raising An Entrepreneur. Margot is a writer, wife, and mom from Washington, DC. She has a BA in English and an MBA, both from Northwestern, and spent 20 years in government, including as an FTC Commissioner and in the White House as staff director of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers. Margot and her husband Mark have two kids. Austin has written successful pop songs and started a popular LA-based band, Magic Giant. Elliott founded Summit, a noted international conference series for Millennial entrepreneurs, and led the purchase and development of...2023-01-1848 min
DO WITDO WIT chat with Ashley Kelsch - Professional Dating + Relationship CoachAshley Kelsch is the former owner of Teddies for Betty’s, a lingerie and well-being boutique that she ran for a decade. Kelsch is also a certified professional dating, relationship and intimacy coach. She works with ambitious women who have everything but their love lives figured out. Follow her on Instagram @ashkelsch and check out her Tribeza columns. IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Navigating girl friendships Learning how to not abandon yourself for other people Figuring out boundaries in friendships and relationships Developing greater self-love and self-worth CONNECT WITH GUEST Fo...2023-01-171h 15
DO WITDO WIT chat with Sarah Hernholm - founder of WITSarah is chatting about * Getting back into writing for TODAY Show * Why she didn't publicly call out bullies * Her 3 core Values * Goals for 2023 and more!! Make sure to comment with your takeaways! Interested in being part of WIT? info@doingwit.org Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/2023-01-1327 min
DO WITDO WIT chat with Sarah Hernholm - founder of WITSarah is chatting about * Getting back into writing for TODAY Show * Why she didn't publicly call out bullies * Her 3 core Values * Goals for 2023 and more!! Make sure to comment with your takeaways! Interested in being part of WIT? info@doingwit.org Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ Follow WIT https://www.instagram.com/doing_wit/2023-01-1200 min
DO WITDO WIT chat with Haley Hoffman Smith - EFT & Manifesting Fanatic. Singer/SongwriterHaley loves few things more than magic, subconscious breakthroughs, music, and golden doodles. She's 26 years old living her dream in Manhattan - and learning SO much about mindset, manifesting, the subconscious mind, and more on her journey. She loves helping others bring their pipe dreams to life by shifting beliefs, releasing old stories, and connecting with the Universe! As for her own dream - she's finally started to embark on a long held inner calling of singing and songwriting, which was a total plot twist! We talk about it on this episode. Special holiday episode...2022-12-0744 min
DO WITDO WIT chat - Charlotte Wasserman founder It's A Girl's LifeCharlotte Wasserman is the founder of @itsagirlslifeorg and she joins us for a second time on the DO WIT podcast. Charlotte is a graduate of the WIT program and is currently in her first semester of college. IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Getting "rejected" from her top school Navigating the transition from high school to college Learning better time-management Figuring out your personal value system What's next for It's A Girl's Life CONNECT WITH GUEST Follow https://www.instagram.com/itsagirlslifeorg/ Connect https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-wasserman-9061a119b/ 2022-10-2600 min
It's A Girl's LifeS1. E24. Doing W.I.T from Applying to College to Completing Half of Semester 1Girls, welcome back to your bi-monthly reminder to keep it real🎙
Today we have a unique episode in collaboration with Doing WIT! The organization teaches young adults entrepreneurial tactics to apply to their own lives, whether they want to start their own club, business, or even grow personally.
Sarah Hernholm, the host of the DO WIT podcast, puts Charlotte in the hot seat to talk about the college transition, choosing the best college for you, and staying authentic while everything changes.
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DO WITDO WIT chat - Kennedy Thompson founder of B-T-S (Black Women Telling Stories)Kennedy Thompson is the founder of @BlackWomenTellingStories - she joins us to talk about how she created what she wanted to see. Kennedy's love of film/tv combined with her desire to see more Black Women in the spotlight, led to the creation of B-T-S. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why she launched B-T-S How she got back on track after feeling a lack of motivation Why she wants to see and hear more stories of Black Women in film/tv Who she wants as her dream guest CONNECT WITH GUEST Follow...2022-07-1045 min
DO WITDO WIT chat - Sara Sigal founder of BooklingsSara Sigal, founder of Booklings, joins us to talk about how she turned her love for reading into a program that helps foster a love for reading in kids! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why she launched Booklings What happened when Booklings started to grow Why she scaled back the Booklings program Who she wants to host at a Booklings Author Meet-Up CONNECT WITH GUEST Follow https://www.instagram.com/booklings_sd/ CONNECT WITH SARAH Follow https://www.instagram.com/miss_wit/ Connect https://www.linkedin.com/in...2022-07-0454 min
DO WITDo WIT chat - Emma Maertens founder Power Through Plants Emma Maertens founder of @PowerThroughPlants joins me to talk about how she created the online community she desired after so much bullying in school. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How she handled the bullying at school Her first viral reel Why she blocks people Her motto "Only you can change your life." CONNECT WITH GUEST Follow https://www.instagram.com/powerthroughplants/ CONNECT WITH SARAH Follow https://www.instagram.com/miss_wit/ Connect https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahhernholm/ Join WIT https://www.doingwit.org/ ...2022-04-1141 min
The PoP Podcast with Erin GrovesWhy Change Starts with a Single ChoiceThis week on the POP Podcast, Erin sits down with Sarah Hernholm, the CEO of WIT(Whatever It Takes). Sarah's journey started with a career in media and has led her to becoming the CEO of WIT, an organization built to help teens express themselves through entrepreneurship. Erin and Sarah talk about:Sarah's journey to where is she todayWhy Sarah believes life is truly happening for you vs. to youHow to Build Self-Awareness and Emotional IntelligencePursuing your passion and taking control over your careerTune in to hear Sarah's full story. A journey filled with many...2022-04-1148 min
What's The LessonWhatever It Takes with Sarah HernholmIn This Episode, We Chat About: The inspiration behind Whatever It Takes (WIT) and the opportunities it’s providing for teens. Lessons we learn in entrepreneurship. Ways to make genuine connections as you network. Playing the PR game and turning jealousy into inspiration. Resources + Links: Connect with Sarah on Instagram | @miss_wit Check out the podcast | @dowitpodcast Learn more about Whatever It Takes (WIT) Instagram | @doing_wit Website | https://www.doingwit.org/ 2022-03-3154 minDO WIT"LIVE" DO WIT podcast recording from SXSW EDUThis special podcast recording happened LIVE in Austin, TX at the SXSW EDU conference. Turn over the mic to teen entrepreneurs Featured in this podcast are teen entrepreneurs who participated in the SXSW EDU Student Startup Competition powered by WIT. Line-Up Co-founders of AUesome Co-founders of Brush Bestie Co-founder of FIA Technologies Founder of RestVest 2022-03-1259 minDO WITSpecial Episode - Meet Guardial co-founders - finalists for SXSW EDU Student Startup Competition powered by WITCheck out co-founders Harish + Mahi + Kaitlin talking about Guardial. Guardial is a unique personal safety app that allows users to combat various levels of harassment through an incoming simulated phone call that serves as a deterrent, and color-coded alert buttons within the simulated call to easily contact help, share location, and record evidence. 2022-03-0534 min