the bossbabe podcast

We’re joined by Janice Bryant Howroyd, the first African-American woman billionaire and founder and CEO of The ActOne Group, a multi-billion dollar global enterprise providing workforce solutions. Janice is the definition of an unapologetically ambitious woman who lives by her mantra to “Never compromise who you are personally to become who wish to be professionally.” What started as humble beginnings as a secretary for her brother-in-law’s company, turned into an opportunity that led Janice on a path of entrepreneurship. We’re diving deep into the obstacles that she has overcome, including economic uncertainty and global hardships that are relevant now more than ever before. Tune in as Janice shares her entrepreneurial journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way.  This episode is brought to you by ELLE, iconic lifestyle brand, and the world’s largest women’s fashion magazine. We partnered with ELLE for their 75th anniversary to celebrate women entrepreneurship. Learn more about this partnership at bossbabe.com/elle

If you want to build an influential brand, then this episode is for you. We’re joined by Anna Nassery, Founder and CEO of BrandUp, a strategic brand studio serving online entrepreneurs. Anna and her team are the masterminds behind our beautiful sales pages for The Société and Insta Growth Accelerator. An expert in storytelling and strategic design, Anna helps entrepreneurs elevate, scale and light up their digital presence. Get ready to be inspired and leave with actionable takeaways as Anna breaks down the exact blueprint that she learned from building audiences and boosting brand awareness for Silicon Valley startups. Tune in as Anna shares how you can build an impactful, user-centric brand by understanding your ideal client and creating a story that resonates with them. Check out BrandUp, our go-to design agency: bossbabe.com/brandup/Join our The Société, our private membership for female entrepreneurs to connect, build and grow: bossbabe.com/connectbuildgrow

We’re joined by Jamie Kern Lima, American entrepreneur, philanthropist, co-founder and CEO of IT Cosmetics. Jamie has been named as one of the 2019 Forbes’ Richest Self-Made Women, 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs and WWD’s 50 Most Powerful Women in Beauty. Get lost in inspiration as Jamie shares her incredible story of how she grew IT Cosmetics into a top-selling makeup and skincare brand, which she later sold to L’Oréal for $1.2 billion (in cash) making it their largest US acquisition to date and cementing Jamie’s legacy as the first female CEO in L’Oréal’s 100+ year history. We’re giving you the real behind-the-scenes of what it looks like to go all-in on your dreams and having faith in your vision, even when the world keeps telling you no. Tune in as Jamie lifts the lid on how you can start your product-based business, including actionable tips for finding the right manufacturers and business partners that will save you money and years in developing your business.Follow Jamie Kern Lima on Instagram: @jamiekernlimaGet two free months of Skillshare premium membership and receive access to unlimited to over 1000+ classes: www.skillshare.com/bossbabe

We’re joined by Kelley Baker, Founder of Kelley Baker Beauty and renowned celebrity brow artist. Featured in VOGUE, InStyle, PopSugar and Cosmopolitan, Kelley is one of the most sought after arch artists in the industry with an impressive clientele of celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Ariana Grande, Zendaya, and more.Kelley shares her personal journey of how she worked her way up in the industry and what it took to expand her brand from a humble salon in Venice Beach to developing innovative beauty products and hosting masterclasses worldwide. If you dream of being your own boss or want to start your own brand, this episode is full of actionable takeaways that will inspire you to take the leap.   Receive 20% off Grammarly Premium when you sign up at Grammarly.com/BOSSBABE

Behind every thriving business is an aligned and talented team. There’s only so much that you can accomplish as a solopreneur. In order to scale your business to the next level, you will need to build a team, but also learn the art of "letting go". If you're transitioning from a solopreneur to CEO, then this episode is for you. Tune in as Natalie Ellis, CEO of BossBabe, shares her personal journey from solopreneur to co-founder of one of the largest and most impactful communities of unapologetically ambitious women. We discuss the importance of hiring on attitude and why it’s vital to cultivating a team that truly understands the impact of the company. Join us as we lift the lid on the early days of Team BossBabe and how Natalie learned the art of "letting go" as she stepped into her new role as CEO. Get two free months of Skillshare premium membership and receive unlimited access to over 1000+ classes: www.skillshare.com/bossbabe  

Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to boost your business and drive more sales, or a career woman that wants to slay the corporate game, using the power of word-of-mouth marketing can lead to more revenue and career opportunities.  Join us as dive we deep into the three pillars of word-of-mouth marketing: collection, distribution, and monetization. If you’re looking to get the word out for your business or cultivate credibility in the corporate world, we’re sharing our secret sauce and best practices (even if you have zero testimonials!).  Get two free months of Skillshare premium membership and receive access to unlimited to over 1000+ classes: www.skillshare.com/bossbabe

We’re joined by Gelareh "G" Rouzbehani, successful A&R and music manager. She is the founder of Rouz Group Inc., an entertainment company that manages some of the biggest names in writers and producers.  After immigrating to America from Iran at a young age, Gelareh embodies what it means to pave your own way to success. As a minority woman in a male-dominated industry, Gelareh’s journey from working at Columbia Records to starting her own company is what entrepreneurship is all about. Tune in as Gelarah shares her entrepreneurial experience, including how to stay motivated through the ups and downs, stress management, and actionable tips for artists, writers, producers wanting to break into the music industry. This episode is sponsored by SOUL CBD. Get 20% off on SOUL CBD products using code: BOSSBABE. https://mysoulcbd.com/

If you’re struggling with what career path to pursue in life, then we have the perfect guest on The BossBabe Podcast to help you. Ashley Stahl is a career coach, entrepreneur, speaker, and host of the You Turn podcast. Before that, she was a counterterrorism professional for the American government. Ashley shares her inspiring career evolution and the lessons that she’s learned along the way when it comes to discovering your ideal career path. She now helps thousands of people with finding career clarity through her online courses and private coaching. Ashley gives us actionable tips on how to identify your personality type and core skill sets so that you can zone in on what gives you fulfillment, purpose and the ability to create impact. Ready to find your ideal career path? Tune in to this episode and take our Career Clarity Quiz at the end! Find Your Ideal Career Path: bossbabe.com/clarityquiz Get that glowy, dewy skin for yourself. Learn more and take the quiz to find your ultimate Glossier skincare routine. Plus, all new customers will get 10% off their first order on glossier.com/podcast/BOSSBABE

We’re joined by Lauren ‘KITTENS’ Abedini, LA-based DJ turned non-profit founder and multi-passion entrepreneur. KITTENS has been named a ‘Rising Producer/DJ Shaping the LA Club Scene’ by Mixmag and The Hundreds, and Source Magazine’s '25 Women To Watch.’Turn up the volume as KITTENS shares how she broke into the music industry and built up a personal brand, earning the support of some of the most influential artists of our time; Usher, Kid Cudi, Skrillex, and more. An advocate for female empowerment, KITTENS also reveals why she created her non-profit organization, PWR, which provides education and support to women through charity DJ workshops. Whatever your passion is, KITTENS’ story will give you the courage to go after your dreams.Get that glowy, dewy skin for yourself. Learn more and take the quiz to find your ultimate Glossier skincare routine. Plus, all new customers will get 10% off their first order on glossier.com/podcast/BOSSBABE

We’re joined by Suneera Madhani, Founder and CEO of Fattmerchant, a payment processing platform that has been dubbed the ‘Netflix’ of the credit card processing world by Fast Company. Suneera was named the ‘The Most Influential Woman in Payments' by Payment Source and has also been featured in Forbes, Fortune, INC Magazine, Huffington Post, and multiple high-profile publications.With over $5 billion in payments processed to date, it’s easy to focus on Sunnera’s success but like any entrepreneur knows, the road to success is never easy. Ridiculed and underestimated as a minority woman, Suneera takes us behind-the-scenes of her epic journey to becoming the powerhouse that she is today. From how she bootstrapped her business to raising over $20 million in venture capital, Suneera is sharing it all on The BossBabe Podcast. Get that glowy, dewy skin for yourself. Learn more and take the quiz to find your ultimate Glossier skincare routine. Plus, all new customers will get 10% off their first order on glossier.com/podcast/BOSSBABE