In conversation with Jasmine Mitchel, a Michigan-based Pastry Chef whose viral desserts lead over 65k+ home-based bakers to make tasty and beautiful treats confidently. Jasmine has been featured in Parade and BlackExcellence.com,
FOX NEWS Digital, SELF, The List and prominent local news TV segment WXYZ . She is also an author of the book “All Things Cake, Your Guide to Creating Cakes That Will be the Life of the Party" which showcases dessert recipes that are the Life of the Party.
Continue the conversation with Jasmine here: https://www.instagram.com/jcarmel/
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In conversation with Jennifer Leger, the Co-Founder of QUBER beaming in from New Brunswick, Canada. According to Jennifer, this is an App designed for everyone to help guide people along their money saving journey and to instill sound money saving habits.
In this episode she shared her journey and the challenges she encountered raising capital to power up her company; finding the right Co-Founder and together building the team to make this idea a reality. Of course, she also shared with us the importance of developing the aptitude to manage our personal finances all the while developing good money saving habits in order to make different choices in life.
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Meet the fabulous Nicola J Rowley trained as a Journalist and began her career in local radio before becoming a Reporter/ Newsreader on Radio 1 reading the news for the likes of Chris Moyles and Sara Cox. In January of 2019, Nicola launched her Communications Agency, NJRPR. She now helps female entrepreneurs and brands in the entertainment and leisure industries get noticed through strategic PR storytelling.
In this episode Nicola shares her big career pivots; we talk about the importance of instilling self leadership from a very early age; having tenacity and a growth mindset to succeed in your career and life journey.
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In conversation with Monica McCoy, Entrepreneur living in Atlanta, U.S.A. She is Founder of Monica Motivates, Pitch University, and the Global Supplier Diversity Consortium. She is also a global speaker, business strategist, executive coach and consultant. Most recently, Monica was the recipient of the 2019 Start Up Atlanta Best Equity Champion. As Founder of Monica Motivates, LLC., she helps corporate professionals and entrepreneurs transition from being mere spectators, to pursuing their dreams and becoming active participants in having fulfilling, successful personal and professional lives. Visit www.monicamotivates.com to find out more about the event referenced in the show.
In this episode we discuss the importance of branding; finding your authentic purpose and your true North-Star; loving yourself without validation; positioning your company for success as well as all that jazz that makes life so exciting. There are several mike drops in this episode which is going to just blow you away. You are going to absolutely love this episode.
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In conversation with the fabulous Author Tamra Andress living in Virginia, USA. She is a Business Coach, Author and a Certified Ordained Minister. Tamra is an entrepreneurial passionista with a heart for illuminating purpose and light within others by first seeking balance in mind, body and spirit. A blessed wife and mama of two little ones. A Kingdom connector, seizing and sharing joy, health, wealth, and wholeness. She is living life one God wink to the next!
In this episode we discuss her exciting journey as an entrepreneur, her epic fails including the chase for success ahead of what was most important in life and some key lessons learned along the way. She has a very unique identity and an absolutely refreshing flare. You are absolutely going to enjoy this episode, it's fun and filled with great nuggets.
Connect with Tamra here: https://www.instagram.com/tamra.andress/
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In Conversation with the dynamic Bianca Cefalo; she's a Space Systems Thermal Product Manager who enables Airbus Defence and Space UK to create and implement disruptive thermal management solutions on Next Generation Telecommunication Spacecraft.
In this episode, Bianca shared her journey and how she became an accidental Rocket Scientist. She is a dynamic and fascinating individual who lives life fully, 360 degrees. We discussed how Space Technology powers our businesses and lives today; the importance of telemedicine which is critical right now among other products and technologies which are emerging to address pandemic times. We also get a little personal to get a look into how she manifests joy into her life.
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In conversation with Emmy Award Winning MakeUp Artist Janelle Thomason living in Michigan, USA. We dive into her early years as a MakeUp Artist to her grand pivot to build not one but two companies: the MakeUp Loft and Cosmakery Cosmetics respectively. We take a deep dive into team development and building agility in the business to accommodate her staff, the female professionals, who juggle many priorities as well as developing happy vendors and customers. Enjoy this episode!
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Delighted to have a great conversation with Ms. Joanna Cooper, General Manager, Daimler Truck North America LLC living in North Carolina, USA. Daimler Truck North America LLC headquartered in Portland, Oregon, is a leading provider of comprehensive products and technologies for the commercial transportation industry.
In this episode we explore her career journey in the transportation industry and some of the key factors which brought her rise to becoming a top executive. We explore what it takes to motivate human capital and the recipe for a super team DNA. We get a little personal as well to see what keeps her focused and grounded everyday as well as her favourite music jam.
To continue the conversation with Joanna, connect with her here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannaccooper.
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In conversation with Wanda Bowman Financial Director an Author of the book called “Financial Glow Up” living in Michigan, USA. With 12 years as a Financial Director at a Fortune 29 company, Bowman is leveraging over 20 years of experience to help others make informed decisions about their money.
In this episode we had a super conversation about servant leadership; being an active versus participating leader; the boomerang effect of leadership; building executive presence and as a family how to act as a Corporation to multiply your money to gain financial independence.
To continue to conversation with Ms. Bowman, head over to her website: WandaBowman.comI would love to get your feedback always so please do connect with me here at https://ireniaroussel.org
Happy to be in conversation with Ruxandra Dariescu a techno-savvy woman beaming in from the United Kingdom. She is a Sustainable Business Performance Coach at Rux Dariescu Coaching. She is an award-winning, inspirational Business Coach and mentor. A Biochemist Scientist with over 25 years in leading business roles, Rux transformed organisations and designed and managed highly performant teams. Over the years, she created 10 software platforms from ideas on paper, modernised over 200 product portfolios, optimised over 5000 processes, and delivered thousands of coaching hours.
In this episode we talk about her invention, Deliverability™, a coaching support tool centred around people and how people interact when working together in teams to drive a common purpose. We also had a candid conversation about how mentors impacted her life as well as how she stays grounded in her life, career, and entrepreneurial journey.
To continue to conversation with Ruxandra connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruxd/
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In conversation with Lauren Hasson, a techno-savvy women beaming in all the way from Houston Texas. Lauren is the Founder of DevelopHer, an award-winning career development platform that provides women in tech with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to overcome the gender gap in leadership, opportunity, and pay in tech for good.
DevelopHer is the result of Lauren’s journey from rock bottom to a high-profile global leader in just two short years. Despite her Duke honors degree with a triple major in electrical engineering, computer science, and economics, Lauren found herself back at square one with zero technical skills and zero job prospects. Lauren built DevelopHer, to empower women in tech to ignite their potential and build their value.In this episode we took a deep dive into Laura’s career journey, her new initiative “DevelopHER” which she created to inspire women in technology to level up to became comfortable in her own skin.My favorite golden nugget from this episode: "Own your outcome and take action to make change in your career journey."
To continue the conversation with Lauren connect with her here: www.DevelopHer.com
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Happy to be beaming in a techno-savvy woman all the way in Vienna, Austria, Ms. Astrid Wieland. She wears multiple hats including her corporate job at Microsoft Inc. and Co-Founder of #TheNewITGirls. Astrid accidentally landed the field of Information Technology after studying business at IMC Krems and now successfully developed as #ITgirl and woman in tech in an international organization. Astrid is on a mission to inspire other women to aim for a career in tech. In her free time, she is chairwoman and co-founder #TheNewITGirls, a volunteer lead organization comprising of a team of industry experts who empower and support women in the IT industry across job titles.
In this episode we talked about her accidental career journey in tech; how she became comfortable into her own skin working in providing technical sales solutions at Microsoft. We also talked about the importance of fostering a diverse work environment and what she is doing to inspire more women and girls to consider information technology as a career path since there are so many dynamic roles to choose from.
One big golden nugget from Astrid: “You do not need to love Mathematics to become involve in information technology.”
To continue the conversation with Astrid, connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/astrid-wieland/
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Introducing Ketaki Vaidya a fellow Podcaster. She is originally from India and as a career professional giving back to the TECH community is second nature.
In this episode we had a fascinating discussion about building your personal brand and credibility at work in tandem. We took a deep dive into how to share your story to inspire others and to show how you can add value in this world. She also shared her mission to help others to think beyond work because you are more than just your work since as humans there are so many facets of our beings.
Connect with Ketaki LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ketaki-vaidya08/
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In conversation with Mansi Mittal currently Product Manager at Microsoft Inc. Mansi hails from India and is very passionate about building her community in her neck of the woods. Mansi and I initially connected through the WomenTech network on LinkedIn. A quote she lives by: "You did not come this far to only come this far."
In this episode we discuss her career journey pivoting from engineering to technology; why mentors are important to tap into especially in niche areas; leveraging LinkedIn to find your resume twin to gain access to new knowledge and jobs. Additionally, we talked about what keeps her grounded and focused along her career journey. I hope this episode brings you valuable golden nuggets. Please note this episode was recorded June 4, 2021 and is being republished here today.
To continue the conversation with Mansi and to catch up on what's new with her, please connect with her on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/mansi-mittal/
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This has been an amazing season filled with fantastic guests! Thank you to all my amazing guests. Listeners, I do hope that you take the chance to listen to all of the episodes spotlighting Authors, Creativity & Leadership Executives and Founders.
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Thank you so much Ginger Burr, Nick Dimitrov, Christine M. Roberts, Levonne Louie, Chris O’Shea for sharing your favorite holiday memories submissions! I enjoyed hearing you share about your experiences and favourite holiday memories. Let us spread the joy of experiences over this holiday season virtually and safely in person. Stay up to date with Health Protocols. Share this podcast with your friends and family after all there is a golden nugget in there for everyone. Website: https://ireniaroussel.org
I am delighted to share with you the favorite christmas memories of the #Livewithirenia Community to spread joy and laughter. I would like to thank Saskia Listle, Ruxandra Dariescu and Sophia Ruffolo for your submissions in today”s episode! Let us spread some cheer this holiday season virtually and safely in person. Stay up to date with Health Protocols. Share this podcast with your friends and family after all there is a golden nugget in there for everyone. Website: https://ireniaroussel.org
In conversation with award winning Author Josh Linkner beaming in from Detroit, Michigan, USA. He is a Serial Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of five tech companies. Question: Can everyone become Innovators? Mr. Josh Linkner believes this begins with building the creativity muscle.
In this episode we discussed the impact of mentors on his life which helped to shape his career trajectory and his current mission to turn the definition of innovation upside down in order to cultivate what he calls #microinnovations”. Josh believes everyone of us can find ways to drive better results in life and business by building their creativity muscles. He demonstrated how to incorporate creativity as a daily habit. Enjoy this episode!
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Happy to beam in from Chicago, Entrepreneur and Leadership Expert Alexis Gladstone. She is the Founder of Intelead, a Chicago-based consulting practice dedicated to aligning people strategies, and business results. In this episode we caught up on her lessons learned since her last guest appearance (S2, EP9) in the beginning of pandemic times.
We had a great discussion about how women can stand out in sales and increase their credibility regardless of what industry they work in; as well as some key tactics that can be applied immediately to up level one's performance as an emerging or established leader in the sales industry. Enjoy this episode!
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I am delighted to be beaming in a dynamic leader and entrepreneur, Ms. Angela Bryant, Founder of Angel Rated. Angel Rated is an independent review site where you can add and read reviews of all the courses, coaches and tools you've used to build your online business. Angela's big mission is to help female online business owners find the perfect person, program or platform for the next stage of their business growth. She created Angel Rated to help others cut through the hype of affiliate reviews and polished testimonials, and to prevent them from wasting time and money on unsuitable products.
In this episode we had a fabulous one-one conversation digging deep into how she stumbled unto the online business world and the time she took to really focus on her zone of genius to create Angel Rated. We also took a deep dive into the type of mindset and personal development work which she undertook and I hope it totally resonate with those of you who are trying to figure things out. We also talked about the habits that keeps her grounded. Enjoy this episode!
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