Superwomen with Rebecca Minkoff

Ashley Merrill has always felt the urge to pursue as many things as she can during this lifetime. It was the perfect opportunity, then, to try a new venture when she realized she was relying on her husband’s old t-shirts as her go-to during down time. Wanting something more stylish, comfortable, and a reflection of the contemporary woman she is, Ashley founded Lunya, the “restwear” brand whose ethos maintains that the quiet moments to yourself are the most important part of the day. A natural problem-solver, Ashley has always seen opportunities instead of issues, and eagerly allows her role evolve as the company grows. She is busy and ambitious, to be sure, but always prioritizes adequate rest in order to be the best at what she does! Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @ashley__merrill @lunya @lahgo Big Ideas Ikigai – the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs and what you can be paid for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yeardley Smith may be one of the most candidly open and honest interviews we’ve had on Superwomen. The multi-talented actor and voiceover artist well-known for her role as Lisa Simpson runs her own production company, Paperclip, and hosts Small Town Dicks, a true crime podcast that gets over a million downloads per month. But Yeardley’s outward success didn’t always match the plan she had for herself. Yeardley reveals how becoming overly attached to particular outcomes caused her to lose sight of the gifts right in front of her, and how she took time to recalibrate in order to make her life match her goals and vice versa. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @yeardley_smith @smalltowndicks Big Ideas Reframing vulnerability as a source of strength, rather than once of weakness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The expectations put upon parents, and mothers, specifically, have changed a lot over the years, but one thing is certain: it’s never been easy. Whether we’re washing clothes in a river with a baby tied to our backs, or managing quarterly reports while soothing a crying child, women have often worked three times as hard to manage work, home and family duties. It’s past time we’ve gotten the support we need. Enter Motherly. Jill Koziol’s digital platform for today’s mom generates content that is evidence-based, expert-driven, and most importantly, centered on the mother’s experience. Articles, classes, podcasts and more support an empowering community that helps moms to feel capable and informed on subjects ranging from conception to shared parental responsibility. As a self-proclaimed “creator and builder of businesses,” Jill is helping redefine “motherly” as a trait that encompasses care and compassion while remaining courageous and autonomous. Want to learn more? Use this special promo code for listeners and get 20% off any class on Mother.ly: SUPERWOMEN20 Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @mother.ly Big Ideas The importance of creating balance and shared responsibility as parents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since she was a child, Jade Watson enjoyed storytelling in all its forms. Inspired by the notion that you could get paid to travel the world and share these stories, Jade knew she was destined for a career in production and media. The major caveat: as a Canadian citizen, Jade had to convince the U.S. Embassy to allow her to run her own company stateside. Luckily, two years at a venture capital firm and a heap of legal research prepared Jade for exactly the kind of skills she’d need to not only get government approval, but also to fund her business from the start. Cornering the market in original content on emerging platforms,  SickBird Productions is a media empire in the making, and this is only the beginning. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @jadewatson @sickbirdproductions Big Ideas People pick (a lot of) their problems – how can you cultivate a life where you encounter the kinds of problems you enjoy solving? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jennifer Bandier may not have known much about the fashion and fitness industries, but that didn’t stop her from starting the first boutiques to curate stylish athletic wear across a variety of desirable brands. Getting told “no” every step of the way did nothing to discourage her, and now BANDIER stores can be found in five major cities across the U.S. Though it wasn’t the easy path, Jennifer always liked to do things her own way, and the resilience she cultivated as a result of that is evident in her willingness to take chances others deem too risky. Through it all, Jennifer has stayed open, curious and creative, and continues to support other women along the way. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @jenniferbandier @bandier Big Ideas How to continue differentiating your brand in a crowded market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may know her from incendiary baking competition shows such as Cupcake Wars and Sugar Rush, or perhaps you’ve had the pleasure of enjoying one of Candace Nelson’s signature Sprinkles cupcakes that made her famous. But this woman is much more than a pastry chef – she’s an entrepreneur, author, angel investor and more, and she details the best ways to “turn your passion into profit” in her new book, Sweet Success. Candace’s story of leaving behind banking and tech to reconnect with her childhood love of baking is sure to strike a chord with those who feel burnt out, uninspired, or just unsure of which direction to take. Candace is living proof that the thing you love can not only be your career - it can become your empire and your legacy. Candace is offering a few sweet surprises when you preorder her new book, Sweet Success, including her personal branding worksheet, entrepreneur checklist as well as her famous pie course and cookie e-book just in time for holiday baking. Head to readsweetsuccess.com to buy your book and claim your freebies today! Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @candacenelson @sprinklescupcakes Big Ideas Learning to move on from a business when it becomes clear you’ve made your best contributions to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social media, like so many things, is ever evolving, but it takes real talent to discern which trends will have the power to shape popular culture. Call it skill, call it intuition, call it witchcraft; Fadia Kader has honed her ability to distinguish all the noise from the Next Big Thing, and it’s given her an edge every step of her career. Starting in fashion in Atlanta, then joining the entertainment industry in New York, Fadia specialized in branding and promoting before taking her connections in the music industry into the world of social media. One of the early adopters of Clubhouse, the audio-only app where users can listen or join in live conversations, Fadia knew this was a new platform with incredible potential. She is now the Global Head of Strategic & Media Partnerships for the brand. Though she’s often ahead of the curve, Fadia has learned that when she trusts her instincts they lead her straight towards success. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @FADIA Big Ideas Trend forecasting as a type of emotional intelligence that enables you to use marketing more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even if you haven’t made it to one of the workouts at SoulCycle, you’ve certainly heard of the legendary spin classes by now. The boutique fitness brand that turned stationary bikes into an elevated ritual in exercise now encompasses nearly 100 locations nationwide. At the helm since 2020, Evelyn Webster has cultivated a culture of openness and transparency among her colleagues. Coming from the UK after a successful career in media, she is working hard to ensure SoulCycle studios embody the same welcoming atmosphere they’ve had since day one, keeping the community engaged with the brand as it scales. Even now, when Evelyn needs to reset, you can find her sweating it out on a bike, undergoing the mental and emotional shift that only the most stellar workouts can achieve. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @soulcycle Big Ideas How to keep an established brand fresh in the minds of consumers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Alice Milligan struck out on her own at the age of 19, she didn’t plan on a career in finance. However, her dedicated work ethic, combined with the experience she accrued while working as an administrative assistant and putting herself through night classes to earn both a bachelor’s and Master’s degree, positioned her well to navigate the upper echelons of banking and marketing. As the Chief Marketing Officer of Morgan Stanley, Alice is leading the effort to evolve the brand in new and innovative ways. Partnering with Rebecca Minkoff, the recently released Rebecca Minkoff x Morgan Stanley Banker Bag is one such example that Alice hopes will provide women in finance with another tool to feel confident in themselves and their capabilities. Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media Instagram: @morgan.stanley Facebook: @morganstanley Twitter: @MorganStanley Big Ideas Being true to yourself in corporate settings, but also understanding “how the game is played” and leveraging that to your advantage. Be the CEO of your own calendar. Prioritize your time for personal and professional goals. Links Rebecca Minkoff x Morgan Stanley Banker Bag Rebecca’s iconic Morning After Bag Collection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Moira Forbes decided to join the family business, she knew she’d have to work hard to prove herself. The only one of five sisters to join Forbes Media, Moira learned over time that her efforts were better spent pioneering new branches of the company than worrying about what other people thought of her. Moira started ForbesWomen in 2006 to highlight women in business, as well as generate inspiration and camaraderie among women working in what is still predominantly a world that favors men. To take it a step further, she started the annual Forbes Power Women’s Summit. If you need a little inspiration from some amazing women across an array of industries, tune into the live stream on September 15 and get ready to take on the world! The Forbes 2022 Power Women’s Summit will take place on September 15, 2022 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. For more information and to register, click here: https://www.forbes.com/connect/event/2022forbespowerwomenssummit/ Thanks for listening!  Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success. Follow Superwomen on Instagram. Social Media @ForbesWomen Big Ideas Learning to set aside unhelpful office dynamics, focus on yourself and the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices