Posts Tagged ‘women entrepreneurs’
Seasoned with Imagination: Crystal Diaz on Sofrito, Kitchen Creativity & Puerto Rican Culture, Episode 274
What does sofrito—a base of herbs and spices used in Puerto Rican cooking—have to do with reimagining business, food security, and conveying a history lesson about a rich and sometimes complex culture? For today’s guest, it’s everything. If you’ve ever wondered how to weave your culture, creativity, and calling into one powerful movement… then…
Read MoreThe 5 Resume Mistakes Costing You $250K in 2025, Episode 273
Are these 5 resume mistakes secretly slashing your shot at a $250K marketing role in 2025—while others snatch the offers you deserve? In this must-listen episode, Melissa Llarena—career coach to Fortune 500 execs—unveils the blunders sinking corporate moms and their partners in today’s brutal job market. Don’t get caught out—tune in and snag a free…
Read MoreMost marketing execs are getting ghosted in 2025—but the ones doing THIS are getting callbacks, Episode 272
Landing Your Dream Marketing Role in the #RemoteEra Most marketing execs are getting ghosted in 2025—but the ones scoring Director to CMO roles are doing way more. I’ll show you the exact moves that land $250K calls, even remotely. Hi, I’m Melissa Llarena, and welcome back to the podcast. For over a decade, I’ve helped…
Read More30 Days to Crush Your Business Goals—Free for 15 Moms Only!, Episode 271
Imagine crushing your biggest business goal in just 30 days—without the burnout or mom guilt. What if you could get a $3K coaching program for free, designed exclusively for mom entrepreneurs like you? In this episode, Melissa Llarena, #1 Amazon bestselling author and mom of three, unveils an exclusive pilot program you won’t want to…
Read MoreThe Power of Imaginative Play: How Childhood Experiences Shape Future Founders and Leaders, Episode 270
How do toys shape who we become? Today, I sit down with a fascinating toy historian Chris Byrne who reveals the hidden power of play – from how different toys develop everything from relationship skills to problem – solving abilities. We explore why true play isn’t about reaching an end goal, but about embracing the…
Read MoreAre YOUR Limiting Beliefs Secretly Capping Your Kids’ Future Success? , Episode 269
My conversation with a non-profit CEO, a long-time mentor, recently turned to our dreams for our children. It began when she shared how her mother had praised her beautiful New Jersey home, which led her to reflect: “I’d want my kids to live in castles! I want them to have even more than I do.”…
Read MoreCo-existing with Work + Family Stress: A Four Noble Truths Approach, Episode 268
Let’s find the good in experiencing stress so that you don’t shortchange yourself out of its ability to instill inner confidence in your capabilities. We are focused on experiences such as birthing a baby, building a business, or navigating a ever-changing workplace. Just because someone else fell apart in any of those situations, it does…
Read MoreWhy Stressed Professionals Quit Meditation (And How Not To), Episode 267
Introducing Mountain to Molehill: A Mindfulness and Meditation Newsletter Mental Health Melissa Llarena Why Stressed Professionals Quit Meditation (And How Not To) Meditating is a good alternative to that third glass of wine at night – and might even serve as a replacement for psych meds for the most restless, stressed-out marketers, sales professionals,…
Read MoreMindful Leadership: A Female Leader’s Guided Meditation to Break Through Creative Blocks, Episode 266
Have you ever told yourself “I’m not creative enough” to solve a business challenge? In this episode, Melissa guides female leaders and mom founders through a powerful meditation practice designed to break free from limiting beliefs about creativity. Through a combination of mindfulness techniques and guided reflection, you’ll: Learn how to identify…
Read MoreThe Back to Work Mandate: A Leader’s Meditation for Peace Amid Change, Episode 265
When was the last time you actually looked forward to your commute? If you’re facing a back-to-work mandate, chances are ‘never’ just crossed your mind. But what if your daily journey to the office could become more than dead time – what if it could become your secret weapon for better leadership? Today,…
Read MoreWhy Captivate is My 2025 Word: A Mom Founder’s Challenge to Think Differently, Episode 264
Ever notice how everyone picks the same predictable words for their New Year – peace, joy, freedom? What if your 2025 word of the year could be something totally unexpected that lights up everyone’s face when you share it? 2025: The Year of Captivation Yep, that’s MY word this year. 2025 is not just another…
Read MoreWork Loudly: A Guide for Female Leaders to Building Your Brand and Reputation in Corporate America, Episode 263
Are you a working mom feeling overwhelmed in your corporate role? Get ready to level up your corporate game as we’re hanging out with Sally Ivester, a seasoned pro with 12+ years in big tech. Sally spills the tea on how your mindset and strategy can make or break your career journey. Join us as…
Read MoreUnleash Your Podcasting Potential: Tips for Mom Founders to Overcome Fear and Find Their Voice Online, Episode 262
In the world of podcasting, a lot of newbie hosts get nervous about their voices and the stories they want to share. In this special holiday episode, Melissa teams up with the amazing Anika Jackson to chat about juggling motherhood, entrepreneurship, and podcasting. Anika shares how she helps podcasters find their true voice, streamline their…
Read MoreI See You, Santa: The Unsung Holiday Hero (Share With A Holiday Stressed Mom), Episode 261
In this heartfelt podcast, a mom (Melissa Llarena your host and mom of three) shares the raw, beautiful reality of holiday preparation. From a hilarious Target shopping adventure with her three sons to a powerful love letter recognizing the invisible labor of mothers during the holiday season, this episode is a must-listen for every…
Read MoreCoaching a Homeschooling Mom Who Wants to Scale Her Small Business And Be Present With Her Kids, Episode 126
We want our kids to have a lot less screen time. Yet we keep hearing that the only way to have a scalable business that sells while you’re sleeping is online. How do we figure out things to make sure we stay in alignment with our values? How can we continue to be excited about…
Read MoreWhat If Losing Weight And Feeling Great Was As Easy As Making One Decision? VeVette Turner Turned Her Life Around at 46, Episode 125
Happy Mother’s Day, or as I like to call it, Happy Warriors Day! If you are an entrepreneur, or even if you’re in a corporation, your health is more valuable and more important and should be a higher top priority than your wealth on any given day. One day, VeVette Turner, and her now husband,…
Read MoreAre There Cultural Narratives That Might Be Holding You Back? Author Valeria Aloe Discusses Her Findings Amongst Latinas, Episode 124
Were you the first to leave your home country to settle in the USA? Were you the first to go to college? If any of these scenarios, whether you are Latina, or not, hold true for you, then it’s important for you to uncover the subconscious cultural narratives that could be affecting you or holding…
Read MoreFormer GE Vice Chair of Business Innovation and CMO Beth Comstock On Granting Yourself Permission To Explore A Changing Reality, Episode 65
Leaders today in big and small organizations around the world are navigating multiple unknowns. What might have felt weird before this pandemic is now the norm. Did you ever think that you would be relying on Zoom to present a high-stakes innovative idea and then an hour later hop on a parent-teacher’s conference online? Me…
Read MoreWhat Does It Take To Bring A New Product To Market, Expand Globally, And Continue To Deliver On A Brand Promise? Ask Adina Jacobs co-founder of Smarter Than Most Goods, Episode 64
The perfect episode for a budding business owner or corporate leader responsible for rapid innovation and an easy to adapt strategy in light of recent seismic market changes. This is the story of a woman who takes mentorship seriously and knows how to adapt to change in a fast-paced world at the intersection of tech…
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