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Boss Leap
Hosted by Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker · EN
Women are incredibly flexible, talented, and versatile, capable of handling any task with integrity and overcoming challenges with composure. However, as they continue to face societal discrimination and compete with each other, many find it difficult to grow, especially in their professional lives. What does it take for them to build confidence, embrace a courageous mindset, and maneuver into a better path?
Welcome to Boss Leap, where we aim to address the biggest questions surrounding women’s growth, transformation, and empowerment. This show provides a platform for professional women to speak freely, impart knowledge, and shed light to help them avoid obstacles and achieve success. Tune in as we offer valuable advice on navigating life with grace and peace, creating a sisterhood of success, addressing burnout, and dispelling disillusionment.
Each episode features professional women sharing their truths, stories of successes, and inspiration, providing essential life lessons to help you achieve your dreams. Hear from individuals of different professions, expertise, race, nationality, and belief, illuminating your own roadmap to success.
Discover rarely discussed aspects of career transition and growth, how to bravely face the fear of changing jobs, and the doubts of trying new things outside comfort zones. Get motivated by their experiences to rise to daily challenges, nurturing your confident self to face risks for a promising career and lifestyle.
Moreover, this podcast reminds all women to eliminate the toxic mindset of comparison and competition, emphasizing the importance of forging a strong bond of sisterhood for true success in today’s society. Take these insightful episodes as your guide on appreciating the positive characteristics of fellow women, helping each other to level up and create lasting connections.
Your host, Dr. Sylvia E. Morris, certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and currently a Hospitalist and Area Physician Market Lead in Atlanta, aims to improve public health through various media channels, including podcasting. Joining her is Dr. Angela C.B. Walker, a board-certified member of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, dedicated to guiding women in achieving optimal health and wellness, and finding fulfillment in various roles. With their extensive experience and understanding of career pivots, they guide women confidently in facing internal and external battles.
Achieving professional growth should be an enjoyable process with the guidance of Dr. Sylvia and Dr. Angela. Let this podcast help you unlock your confident, authentic self, and trust yourself to achieve greatness. Listen to Boss Leap at bossleappodcast.com.
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Putting Yourself First With Dr. Erica Howe
2d ago01:07:30Tap to summarizeThe medical world is a high-stakes environment centered on saving lives 24/7, and this is the biggest reason why most practitioners experience burnout. Despite the overwhelming expectations to deliver impeccable work at all times, you must never forget to put yourself first. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker sit down with Dr. Erica Howe, a board-certified internist, hospitalist, and founder of the Women Physicians Wellness Conference. She shares the right way to create boundaries to protect your own energy, the best practices in self-love, and the power of being comfortable with your emotions. Dr. Howe also talks about the benefits of building relationships with other women professionals, especially in the medical space, to get access to brand-new knowledge and shape a more empowered you.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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Deconstruct The Finish Line: Serenity Life Services With Dr. Rho Moore
1w ago00:44:01Tap to summarizeIn the heart of Pensacola, Florida, one woman is redefining the intersection of healthcare and community support through Serenity Life Services. Dr. Rho Moore, a dedicated physical therapist, registered nurse, and non-profit founder, shares her journey of turning early life challenges into a powerful mission of service. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rho Moore to discuss the vital importance of holistic wellness advocacy and why prioritizing community well-being is the ultimate act of leadership. She opens up about the resilience required to build a non-profit from scratch, the necessity of eradicating stress, and how she bridges the gap between clinical expertise and heartfelt care. Join us for an inspiring conversation on grace, tenacity, and the power of showing up for those who need it most.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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Making The Leap Into The Non-Profit Sector With Rachel Strittmatter
2w ago01:00:13Tap to summarizeCPA and MBA-holder Rachel Strittmatter could have made millions if she had remained in the corporate world. However, she ditched these money-making opportunities in favor of making a real difference through the non-profit sector. Joining Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker, she looks back on the journey that led to her current role as VP of Finance at The Jane Goodall Institute, where she oversees result-driven operations. She explains how she brings a different flavor to her financial leadership by combining her CPA and MBA backgrounds, allowing her to remain technical while leading with purpose. Rachel also shares valuable lessons she learned in four years working with Jane Goodall herself, from her groundbreaking work on chimpanzees to her inspiring leadership approach.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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Unexpected Journey Of A Wine Maker With Kelsey Albro Itameri
May 2700:45:09Tap to summarizeKelsey Albro Itameri went through a winding road before becoming a full-fledged wine maker. As an overachiever, she worked in politics, reality TV, and the food and beverage industry. But by trusting the process and believing in her skills, she found her way back to her family’s land and built a brand from the ground up, Ita Wines. She joins Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker to share her strategies as a one-person business during a time when the wine industry is full of unexpected trends and demands. Kelsey also explores her low-intervention processes to produce high-quality wines deeply connected to the place and the land itself.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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From Chemo To Crown: Finding Royalty In Your Hardest Season With Sonya Keshwani
May 2000:38:04Tap to summarizeWhen a crisis strips away your identity, how do you find the courage to rebuild? For Sonya Keshwani, founder of the globally recognized label Style Esteem Wardrobe, fashion became her medicine. At 29, amidst chemotherapy and facing the profound challenges of hair loss, she turned a personal need for beautiful, intentional headpieces into a worldwide movement.In this powerful Boss Leap conversation, Sonya shares the origin story of Style Esteem, detailing how she built a couture brand dedicated to universal empowerment. She rooted her designs in the 4,000-year history of the turban, transforming it from a clinical necessity into a symbol of strength and self-expression—a one-of-a-kind crown for every modern man and woman. Discover how:Resilience is creativeFashion is self-loveCommunity is keyDive into the vital work of Style Esteem’s Grace With Style initiative, which provides beauty and mental health programming, alongside its one-for-one headpiece donation program for patients in need. Tune in to be reminded that you already have a "bit of royalty" in you—and it's time to crown it.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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How To Rebuild Your Identity And Live Your New Story With Dom Narciso Kim
May 1300:53:48Tap to summarizeFor over a decade, Dominique Narciso Kim navigated life as a "trailing spouse" across six countries—Costa Rica, Venezuela, Indonesia, Peru, South Korea, and Australia. In the process, she faced unemployment, isolation, and a profound loss of her own identity. Instead of letting those challenges define her, Dominique made a powerful choice: she shifted her mindset, changed her actions, and rebuilt herself from the inside out, ultimately leaping into entrepreneurship. Now an inspirational coach, speaker, and author of Live Your New Story: Discover Your Best Self and Live Your Best Life, Dominique shares her intensely personal journey. Discover why defining success on your own terms is the first step toward creating an adaptable identity, and learn the hardest first step in change: the decision to start.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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The Fibroid Fixer: Empowering Women Through Education and Precision Surgery With Dr. Gamilah Pierre
May 600:36:48Tap to summarizeIn a healthcare landscape often clouded by misinformation, Dr. Gamilah Pierre is a beacon of clarity and empowerment. Known as "The Fibroid Fixer," she is a board-certified OBGYN and minimally invasive surgeon on a mission to transform how women understand and treat fibroids. By blending advanced robotic surgery with a dedication to patient education, Dr. Pierre is dismantling the period rituals and shame that have silenced women for generations. In this exclusive interview, we dive into her journey from aspiring dentist to surgical innovator, exploring how she uses social media to fight medical disinformation and why she believes that when women know their bodies, they make better decisions. Get ready to meet the physician literally rewriting the rules of modern medicine.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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Personalized Chiropractic Care And Building Agape Family Chiropractic With Dr. Kelly Kimball
Apr 2900:50:59Tap to summarizeWhen Dr. Kelly Kimball opened Agape Family Chiropractic in the heart of Washington D.C. during the 2020 pandemic, many might have called it a leap of faith. Yet, she walked away with five consecutive Best Chiropractor titles. How did she do it? In this episode of Boss Leap, Dr. Kimball shares her incredible journey from a childhood of medical frustration to becoming a champion of Personalized Chiropractic Care. Discover her powerful philosophy of "innate healing," the mission behind her practice's name (Agape, Greek for unconditional love), and how focusing on the body's nervous system can influence far more than just back pain. If you’re seeking a holistic approach to health or wondering what it takes to build an award-winning business from the ground up, Dr. Kimball’s story of passion, purpose, and resilience will inspire you to take your own leap.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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Finding Peace Through Silence With Dr. Rhonda Mattox
Apr 2200:50:53Tap to summarizeSilence is not a sign of surrender or weakness. Amid the busyness and the rapid pace of everyday life, taking a pause is extremely necessary. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker are joined by a returning guest: Dr. Rhonda Mattox, a board-certified psychiatrist, coach, and author of Take 5! Pathway to Peace. Standing at the intersection of mental health, media, policy, and faith, Dr. Rhonda explains how to take care of yourself by embracing a mindset of gratitude and learning how to properly navigate different kinds of grief. She also explains the power of journaling, work delegation, and walking in nature to fully tap into a more empowered version of yourself.Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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How To Monetize Your Passion: Lessons From The Founder Of Focus One College With Yolanda Wright
Apr 1500:50:32Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a lifetime of experience—from growing up in Los Angeles to rigorous academic training in psychology, and deep personal experience as a caregiver—converges with a singular purpose? For Yolanda Wright, the answer is Focus One College, an organization changing the trajectory of young people's lives. With a stunning 90% success rate of students receiving acceptance into one of their top three colleges, Wright’s work proves that purpose and profit are not mutually exclusive. We dive into her unique philosophy: challenging students (and their parents) to identify their passions, and then creating a strategic plan to literally "monetize" those passions through the college application process. Read on to learn how Wright built a thriving, successful business born out of her deep commitment to advocacy and holistic support.Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djeziLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! http://bossleappodcast.com/Music courtesy of Dealer’s Choice Sound Recordings, Inc.Music artist: djezi
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