Some lessons shape us long before we ever call ourselves leaders. In this episode, we revisit the unexpected teacher who influenced a generation of women from living rooms across America: Judge Judy. What started as a nostalgic moment for Seychelle turned into a powerful reflection on how this fierce, unapologetic woman modeled agency, negotiation, boundaries, and integrity in a world where women were only beginning to access financial and professional autonomy.

Together, we unpack the eight life and leadership lessons Judge Judy embodied—from knowing your worth and negotiating from strength to demanding clarity, leading with integrity, trusting your gut, and choosing your circle wisely. We talk about her belief that “if you tell the truth, you don’t have to have a good memory,” her push for personal responsibility, and her unapologetic authenticity that inspired women everywhere to own who they are. We even revisit some of her most iconic moments, including “That’s not an answer” and “Don’t pee on my leg and tell me it’s raining.”

This episode is a reminder that it’s never too late to start something new, to leverage your expertise in unexpected ways, and to show up fully as yourself. If you’re building a big business and a bigger life, these timeless lessons still hold up—and they’ll sharpen your leadership today.

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Tiffany Fykes: @tiffanyfykes

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