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She's Brave Podcast - Kristina Driscoll
Hosted by Kristina Driscoll · EN
Host and fellow brave woman Kristina Driscoll interviews women from around the world who have overcome obstacles and finds out how they became brave, resilient and authentic. She also helps other women become courageous, resilient and live an authentic life on their own terms.
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Author Barbara Burgess on her book "Enough: Finding Peace in a World of Distractions, Hustle and Expectations
Jun 2400:45:27Tap to summarizeSend us a textKey TakeawaysThe concept of "enough" is about self-acceptance and getting off the ladder of comparisonPersonal development can become its own trap of never feeling "enough"Embracing choice, including the choice not to change, builds self-acceptanceSmall acts of bravery in daily life can be as impactful as grand achievementsConnect with Barbara:www.corluma.comlinkedin.com/in/barbaraburgess1 www.beenough.comThe best way you can help The She's Brave Podcast grow and help women around the world is to subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple or Spotify. Leave us a review and rating here: She's Brave Podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Kristina:She's Brave Podcast WebsiteInstagramFacebookCurious about podcasting? Join Podcast Mastery Facebook GroupThis episode is sponsored by Dotted Avenue web design services.Dotted Avenue created an amazing website for the She's Brave Podcast.www.dottedavenue.com/shesbrave
Transcribe →Nicole Foster on Diverse Career Paths and Demonstrating the Courage to Change Careers
Jun 1200:43:10Tap to summarizeSend us a textNicole Foster, JD, MPH, is a visionary entrepreneur, legacy advocate whose work has been featured in The Washington Post, Ebony and ESSENCE Inc. She is the Founder & CEO of Sommos, the AI-powered storytelling platform helping families preserve, organize, and share their stories before they’re lost to memory loss, digital clutter, or time. Sommos was born from a deeply personal moment: nearly losing her father before capturing his stories. Nicole is now building a category-defining platform that transforms family storytelling into a joyful, intuitive, everyday act.Nicole is also the Co-Founder of Cajou Creamery, a globally inspired, plant-based ice cream company rooted in food justice, wellness, and joy. Cajou was recently named Best Vegan Ice Cream in Baltimore, and featured by the TODAY Show as one of the 41 Best Ice Cream Shops in the U.S. The brand employs returning citizens, reimagines nostalgic flavors from around the world, and proves that plant-based doesn’t mean compromise.Key TakeawaysNicole Foster has had a diverse career path, pivoting from law to entrepreneurship, demonstrating courage to change directionsSommos is an AI-powered app that helps families preserve and share their stories/histories in an organized, accessible wayThe importance of capturing family stories and wisdom before they're lost, and connecting generations through shared narrativesLiving authentically and pursuing one's passions can lead to fulfilling work and innovative solutions to societal needsBefore founding two purpose-driven companies, Nicole led a boutique law firm in Miami Through Sommos, she hopes to support efforts to document and protect these traditions, making the platform a tool for intergenerational continuity across borders and identities.Nicole holds a JD and MPH, and her work has been featured in ESSENCE, Inc., Ebony, The Washington Post, and other platforms focused on innovation, Black women founders, and community storytelling. She is a proud Baltimorean, a mother, and a relentless believer that preserving legacy is a radical act of love—and a necessary tech frontier. How to get in touch with Nicole:www.sommos.livehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolevfoster/The best way you can help The She's Brave Podcast grow and help women around the world is to subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple or Spotify. Leave us a review and rating here: She's Brave Podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Kristina:She's Brave Podcast WebsiteInstagramFacebookCurious about podcasting? Join Podcast Mastery Facebook GroupThis episode is sponsored by Dotted Avenue web design services.Dotted Avenue created an amazing website for the She's Brave Podcast.www.dottedavenue.com/shesbrave
Transcribe →Jennifer Yeh, cofounder of Shoott.com, who grew her startup from $800k to $10.2 Million, as a Single Mother
Jun 300:55:50Tap to summarizeSend us a textMeet Jennifer Yeh, co-founder of Shoott.com, who grew her startup from $800k to $10.2 Million in revenue in 7 years, all while raising her children as as a single mother. Learn about hacks on starting and succeeding in business even as a single mother.Key Takeaways:Jennifer grew her startup Shoott.com from $800k to $10.2M in revenue over 7 yearsShe overcame cultural expectations, divorce, and single motherhood to build a successful careerShoot.com offers affordable, accessible professional photography through an innovative business modelJennifer's journey demonstrates the importance of resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning in entrepreneurshipBusiness Insights and AdviceDo thorough market research before starting a businessDon't take challenges personally - view them as problems to solveKnow your strengths and weaknesses - outsource or find partners to complement your skillsBe willing to pivot and adapt your business model based on customer needsHaving a co-founder provides crucial support and different perspectivesPersonal Growth and LessonsTherapy, especially EMDR, helped process childhood trauma and build confidenceLearned to set boundaries and prioritize her own needsRealized the importance of physical activity for mental wellbeingDeveloped resilience through facing and overcoming multiple challengesHow to get in touch with Jennifer Yeh:https://www.shoott.com/https://www.instagram.com/shoottphotos/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@shoottphotoshttps://www.facebook.com/shoottphotosThe best way you can help The She's Brave Podcast grow and help women around the world is to subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple or Spotify. Leave us a review and rating here: She's Brave Podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Kristina:She's Brave Podcast WebsiteInstagramFacebookCurious about podcasting? Join Podcast Mastery Facebook GroupThis episode is sponsored by Dotted Avenue web design services.Dotted Avenue created an amazing website for the She's Brave Podcast.www.dottedavenue.com/shesbrave
Transcribe →Failure, Resilience, and Empowering Women: A Conversation with Kimberly Bryant Founder of Black Girls Who Code
Apr 23, 2024Tap to summarizeSend us a textIn this episode of the She's Brave Podcast, host Kristina welcomes Kimberly Bryant, founder of Black Girls Code, for a candid conversation about resilience, failure, and empowering women in technology. Kimberly shares her journey from childhood curiosity in math and science to navigating the challenges of failure during college. She highlights the importance of supportive communities and safe spaces for growth. The discussion explores societal expectations for women, strategies for overcoming self-doubt, and the significance of prioritizing joy and rest. Kimberly's remarkable achievements, including raising over 60 million dollars in funding and training over a hundred thousand girls in technology, underscore the impact of her work in empowering women in STEM. As the episode concludes, listeners are encouraged to embrace vulnerability, seek validation from within, and join the movement towards empowering women in technology.About Kimberly:Meet Kimberly Bryant, a visionary leader in the technology industry and Founder/CEO of ASCEND Ventures, dedicated to fostering opportunities for marginalized founders to build impactful companies. With a focus on health tech, femtech, sustainability, and supply chain sectors leveraging AI, Kimberly's investments aim to create societal impact and pathways to equity and generational wealth. Prior to ASCEND Ventures, she founded Black Girls CODE, a pioneering organization introducing girls of color to technology and computer science, reaching over 100,000 students globally. Kimberly's commitment to empowering women in technology has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition on Business Insider's "The 25 Most Influential African-Americans in Technology" list and the White House Champion of Change award. With extensive experience spanning various industries, Kimberly provides invaluable insights to startup founders and nonprofit executives alike, embodying a transformative force in promoting diversity and innovation in tech.Connect with Kimberly:LinkedIn: KimberlyBryant Website: https://blackinnovationlab.org/1:1 Coaching: https://intro.co/kimberlybryantInstagram: @6gemsThe best way you can help The She's Brave Podcast grow and help women around the world is to subscribe, rate and review this podcast on Apple or Spotify. Leave us a review and rating here: She's Brave Podcast on Apple PodcastsConnect with Kristina:She's Brave Podcast WebsiteInstagramFacebookCurious about podcasting? Join Podcast Mastery Facebook GroupThis episode is sponsored by Dotted Avenue web design services.Dotted Avenue created an amazing website for the She's Brave Podcast.www.dottedavenue.com/shesbrave
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