Lead Like a Woman

Sara Drury is a business coach and consultant for six and seven-figure coaches, consultants, creatives, and spiritually-minded entrepreneurs. As a self-proclaimed mystic business mentor, she helps industry experts scale their businesses, break barriers, and boost income. After noticing a discrepancy between self-image and success, Sara developed the proprietary Business Magik Method, a five-step framework for exponential business growth. In this episode… Historically, women have been taught to be compliant and modest, causing them to internalize limiting behaviors leading to a low sense of self-worth. How can you implement small, manageable shifts to regain control of your personal and professional life? Spiritual business coach Sara Drury affirms that your self-worth is your net worth. Many self-doubting beliefs and their accompanying behaviors become subconscious patterns and habits, so you must maintain keen self-awareness to subvert them. Every action has a motivation, so by identifying its purpose, you can shift your mindset. Sara utilizes hypnosis to help businesswomen tap into their subconscious minds to develop conscious goals. Mystic business mentor Sara Drury is Andrea Heuston's guest in this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show. Together, they discuss how to cultivate a greater sense of self-worth and confidence. Sara also talks about her epiphany and self-discovery, how to rectify detrimental behaviors, and the link between self-worth and success.

Eric Samdahl is the Co-founder and CTO of ZADASI, which provides women entrepreneurs and leaders the tools for personal and professional success. As a fractional CEO and COO, he has years of experience in various business disciplines and has been involved in M&A deals with companies from $200,000 to over $12 million. Eric is also an international speaker on leveraging intuition in business. In this episode… Studies show that only 2.3% of VC funds are distributed to women-owned businesses. Yet companies with women leaders accrue additional customers and revenue. How can you encourage and advance women entrepreneurs in their positions? Women entrepreneurs aren't often aligned with traditional notions of qualifying startups. Consequently, they conform to limiting beliefs about their abilities and retract their efforts without seeking help. As an advocate for women in business, Eric Samdahl encourages women to identify possibilities in various areas, including business, family, and community, and harness their intuition to develop creative ideas that dismantle conventional barriers. Join Andrea Heuston in today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as she chats with Eric Samdahl, ZADASI's Co-founder and CEO, about empowering women to make a difference in business. Eric talks about the intuition effect, his process for advancing women's success, and ZADASI's legacy.

Anika S. Jones is the Lead Consultant at Holistic Fluency Consulting, a comprehensive education consulting firm. As the community curator, she supports educators, individuals, and organizations in defining, developing, and demonstrating community through holistic strategies and restorative practices. Before Holistic Fluency, Anika was the PD Facilitator at Everman ISD and an Assessment Developer at Lancaster ISD. In this episode… Sometimes, people are promoted based on their individual contributions rather than their abilities to lead a team. Consequently, they may struggle to adapt to management roles, viewing the position as a competition rather than a collaborative opportunity. How can you shift your mindset to elevate your communication style and amplify your influence? According to community consultant Anika S. Jones, leadership is more than just high performance. As a leader, you must refine your soft skills to duplicate positive outcomes throughout your team. If you lack effective communication skills, Anika advises developing self-awareness to learn about and hone your strengths and weaknesses. She harnesses the power of relationships to boost engagement and cultivate robust teams. On this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston welcomes Anika S. Jones, the Lead Consultant at Holistic Fluency Consulting, who shares her communication and community-building approaches to leadership. Anika also discusses how relationships have influenced Holistic Fluency's success, her development courses for adolescents and parents, and how women can improve their communication skills.

Christina Harbridge is a behaviorist, keynote speaker, and the CEO of Allegory, Inc., a behavioral leverage company partnering with organizations and their leaders to amplify their abilities to work with and through others. She has partnered with neurobiologists, behavioral and data scientists, physicians, and artists to apply rigor to behavioral data. As an artist and storyteller, Christina served on the founding board of Emerge America and as chair of the Global Leadership Conference. She is the author of Swayed, which covers deliberate and nuanced storytelling methods. In this episode… In leadership positions, men often extinguish or appropriate women's ideas and characteristics. Consequently, women leaders become subdued, withholding their struggles and hiding parts of themselves that make them unique. How can you exhibit your authenticity to promote self-acceptance and build healthy relationships? Traditional capitalist cultures suppress nuanced communication, reducing honest storytelling to an ingenuine marketing strategy. Behaviorist and master storyteller Christina Harbridge says synthetic communication is not viable and advocates for transparency and authentic vulnerability instead. This involves embracing your imperfections and strengths to gain the confidence to advocate for yourself and others. Andrea Heuston joins Christina Harbridge, CEO of Allegory, Inc., in today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show to talk about displaying authenticity and leading with strength. Christina shares how she fostered a culture of humanity through her debt-collection business, her passion for encouraging women to run for government positions, and the power of authentic vulnerability.

Michelle Aronson is the Owner and Principal of Physics at Work, a leadership and organizational development company supporting high-growth organizations to build more effective workforces. As a former HR executive, certified coach, and business school professor, Michelle merges evidence-based research, brain-based learning, and fun to improve the workplace. She is also the host of the True Stories at Work podcast, featuring human resource experts sharing valuable lessons and workplace stories. In this episode… Culture is the essence of any valuable business. A thriving company culture requires empathetic leaders to mentor and encourage team members. How can you become a purposeful leader and cultivate a synergetic company? HR executive and workplace coach Michelle Aronson says that leaders are the creators of culture. These professionals must construct values and make intentional decisions that align with those principles. In hopes of modifying her workplace's values, Michelle approached multiple executives before assuming the leadership responsibility to modernize them. Executing an ethical purpose requires defying traditional rules to accommodate innovation. Join Andrea Heuston in today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as she invites Michelle Aronson, the Owner and Principal of Physics at work, to speak about fostering a robust company culture through impactful leadership. Michelle shares advice for women to find their purpose, how she altered her workplace's values, and how leaders can serve a greater purpose.

Jeanette Nyden is a contract negotiations expert, lawyer, and professor. Since 2003, she has been helping buy and sell-side professionals master the contracting lifecycle, from drafting and negotiating to contract management. Her legal expertise spans over 25 years, during which she established herself as an authority in the contracts and bankruptcy niche. As an Adjunct Professor at Seattle University, Jeanette teaches negotiation courses to undergraduate and graduate students in the business school. She is also the co-author of The Contract Professional's Playbook, Getting to We, The Vested Outsourcing Manual, and Negotiation Rules. In this episode… Carving out your path to success can be a challenge if you constantly compare yourself to others. You have your own journey to make, so it is essential to give yourself permission to be you. Jeanette Nyden, an experienced lawyer and contract negotiations expert, advises people to embrace who they are. Be authentic, confident, and take the necessary steps to improve your skills. You don't have to change to be like someone else. As Jeanette explains, "You need to understand your why." Find a purpose, and step in to fill a gap. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston is joined by Jeanette Nyden, a contract negotiation expert, to talk about negotiation tactics and Jeanette's work in empowering others. They also discuss how the pandemic impacted businesses, the value of being agile, and Jeanette's books and upcoming programs.

Keith Roberts is an entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and the Founder of OAKJournal, which provides curated tools to set and achieve goals. With more than 20 years of experience as an inspiring leader, he delivers powerful stories and practical strategies to help people overcome obstacles and reach their dreams. Keith is the former Founder and Creative Director of Zenman, a web development agency taking a Buddhist approach to client relationships. In this episode… Women bring unique perspectives to any endeavor, making them exceptional leaders. Yet leadership groups like Entrepreneurs' Organization lack women executives. How can you support women in their roles and embrace their opinions to fuel your company? Rather than intentionally acquiring women to fill executive positions, entrepreneur Keith Roberts hires the most qualified talent for specific roles. When hiring for senior management, Keith identified and nurtured a female employee's strengths and promoted her within the organization. As a result, this woman supported Keith by helping him prioritize and delegate his time. Entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and Founder of OAKJournal, Keith Roberts, joins Andrea Heuston in this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show to discuss fostering female leaders. Keith explains how he empowers women in their roles, his "why," and the definition of "who luck."

Cindy Spodek Dickey is the Principal Navigator and Founder of 47 Degrees North Marketing, an agency offering entrepreneurial consulting services and integrated marketing expertise. In addition to being certified as a woman-owned business by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE), 47North Marketing is recognized by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Cindy is proficient in executive-level marketing, communications, and creative ideation for businesses. Her experience spans more than 20 years, working with Disney, Microsoft, Roambee, Radarworks, Zumobi, and numerous others. In this episode… It sometimes seems the one element keeping your business from success is luck. While good fortune can feel entirely up to chance, there are ways to prepare for and secure opportunities. Hard work, when combined with transparency, networking, and a reliable team, can create openings where none existed before. Cindy Spodek Dickey navigates her long and fruitful career with this mindset — from her long stints with Fortune 500 companies to leading a team of expert marketers. She took those lessons and applied them to new ventures, creating a successful marketing agency in the process. Now Cindy opens up about some of her greatest insights. In this episode of Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston speaks with Cindy Spodek Dickey, the Principal Navigator and Founder of 47 Degrees North Marketing, about creating opportunities and finding success. Cindy provides insights on her extensive experience in the marketing and media space and some of the best lessons she learned along the way. They also touch on starting a side gig, supporting other women, the beginnings of the agency, and learning from successful teams.

Michela Hundrup is the President of ProMotion Holdings Global, a leading national provider of communications consulting and content technology solutions. After graduating from college, Michela joined ProMotion Holdings as a Marketing Intern before becoming a manager. Over the past 13 years, Michela has managed an acquisition — including transitioning operations, streamlining workflows, and employee onboarding — and navigated the evolving business environment, creating organizational growth. In this episode… Traditional and antiquated leadership involves micromanaging employees to produce a desired result. But this style hampers business growth, so leaders must embrace new voices and ideas to develop innovative solutions. How can you meet employees where they are and provide them the freedom to develop and thrive? After starting as a marketing intern, Michela Hundrup advanced her role through supportive leadership, employing her skills to solve problems independently. This allowed her to cultivate a female-led executive team and nurture personal and professional development among next-generation leaders. With transparent communication, receptivity to fresh perspectives, and flexibility, you can establish a robust team of growth-minded individuals. Andrea Heuston sits down with the President of ProMotion Holdings Global, Michela Hundrup, on this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, to talk about facilitating adaptable leadership. Michela opens up about motherhood's impact on leadership, how she created a female executive team, and how female leadership promotes flexibility.

Simone Morris is the CEO of Simone Morris Enterprises, LLC, a certified minority and women-owned business providing leadership solutions. She is also an inclusive leadership expert, executive career coach, author, and professional speaker. Simone consults with organizations on addressing cultural concerns, coaches leaders on managing diverse perspectives, and helps women regain their confidence to advance their careers. As an interactive keynote speaker, Simone leads discussions to support diversity and inclusion agendas and talent management strategies. She has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including "Female Solo Entrepreneur of the Year" in 2020 and the "Women Business Enterprises Who Rock" award in 2019. In this episode… Women are often relegated to secondary roles and made to follow directions instead of providing them. But as the business world becomes increasingly sophisticated, women leaders and entrepreneurs are rising up and carving a position for themselves. How can you own and amplify your voice to facilitate widespread, systemic change? Leadership expert and inclusion advocate Simone Morris declares that your career is your responsibility. Instead of allowing others to govern your journey, you must disrupt traditional gender roles to live your purpose and make an impact. Yet making a bold assertion can be intimidating, so Simone says to give yourself grace and compassion while taking small steps to build authority by writing articles and appearing on podcasts. Listen to this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as Andrea Heuston chats with Simone Morris, CEO of Simone Morris Enterprises, LLC, about uplifting yourself and your career. Simone also mentions the importance of inclusion in schools, the Great Resignation and other prominent social justice trends, and her book's message.