Extraordinary Women Radio With Kami Guildner

Today, I can not wait to introduce you to Iman Oubou, an award-winning entrepreneur, author, published scientist, and former beauty queen (Miss New York US 2015 and 2nd Runner Up at the 2015 Miss United States pageant). Through her diverse experiences in business, pageantry, and STEM, Iman has noticed gender inequalities in the workforce and a pervasive bias in how women are portrayed in print and digital media. This inspired her to found SWAAY in 2017 as a media-tech platform that provides content creation support and editorial tools to underrepresented voices and thought leaders. Oubou recently launched her new book THE GLASS LEDGE, which offers a disruptive guide to help women explore and resolve self-sabotaging beliefs that rob them of realizing their true potential.  In This Episode: Iman discusses her new book, The Glass Ledge, and how she found the right inspiration for it. Her reflections and revelations during the writing process She opens up about her struggles with depression and what help

Today I'm excited to introduce you to Tania Vasallo, CEO and Founder of The Courage To Be Happy, a Fortune 500 company that is a supportive community that empowers passionate, heart-centered women entrepreneurs around the world to become financially empowered so they do not have to depend on others. She grew up in Spain, with a Spanish father and an American mother. At the end of the dictatorship, she was constantly in search of freedom. Tania has worked on multi-million dollar campaigns for some of the world's most recognizable brands, including Starbucks, AT &T Wireless, KFC, Samsung, and Nabisco. She has managed to earn a six-figure income despite only working 20 hours a week. Tanya's mission is to support and teach all independent women entrepreneurs and give them the tools and strategies to grow their money from a simple, practical, and spiritual perspective. In This Episode: Tania shares her story about growing up in a dictatorship and how that influenced her decision to become an entrepreneur. H

I’ve been spending some contemplative time this past month, reaffirming and connecting even more deeply to my vision & mission and the work I get to do with my clients. Over the next few episodes of Extraordinary Women Connect, I'm going to be sharing some of my wisdom about raising up your voice, visibility and your business! Today, I'm digging into the voice of you! In this episode: I share what's flowing to me, what I've learned through the pandemic, and how I've grown by helping others build impact and expansive growth with their businesses  How our work as leaders and entrepreneurs is going to change our world  The importance of taking care of yourself first and determining how your community needs you at this time  My core pillars of voice, vision, and visibility  Using "I am" statements to determine the essence of you - your passions, and your values  Tips on creating a brand that only you can own and the importance of removing archaic marketing formulas from your strategy  How to spe

Today I can not wait to introduce you to Ryann, the CEO and Founder of Be in the Room. She's built multiple 7-figure businesses and has helped hundreds of women do the same.  Women have been drawn to her programs not only for her incredible expertise but also for the community and connection opportunities they find themselves missing in their everyday lives. You’ll hear me say several times to her in this interview… you’re speaking my love language. Today, her focus is on conscious leadership and helping women through their growth and development journeys. Ryann's mission is to create a space for women to come together and experience a sense of empowerment - and belonging - they've never experienced before. In This Episode: Ryann shares her personal journey of reinventing herself and the creation of Be in the Room Why she could not go back to just teaching sales anymore  Opportunities that came her way when she shifted from using her masculine energy to trusting her intuition The importance of con

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to someone I love working with and who has impacted my perspective on how I want my money to matter. Shelly Schell is one of my amazing clients, my family’s financial advisor, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Financial Strategist, Founding Partner at PRISM Financial Strategies, and the creator of Seasonal Finance, an educational program designed to motivate, inspire, and engage women with their money in a unique way. Shelly has been a financial advisor for 25 years and is passionate about educating women on how to integrate their purpose with their money. In This Episode: Shelly shares what led her to leave a large investment firm and start Prism Financial Strategies What starting a registered investment advisor (RIA) meant to her  Why she wanted to help women make better financial connections The impact of financial planning on your goals How to invest in companies that align with your beliefs Why she believes women can make a profound difference in cor

 Today, I'm excited to introduce you to a friend, client, motivational speaker, executive leader, and cancer survivor, Diane Simard. This interview will give you insight into her unique journey and inspire you to stay driven and share your own story. In This Episode: How a traumatic experience caused her to turn inward  The epiphany she had in her early forties when she discovered she wanted to live with more peace in her life  Diane gets personal about her diagnosis with breast cancer and how this changed her life by catapulting her onto an unexpected journey Her experience in finding Behavioral Health Psychology  How journaling about her experience with cancer turned into a published book  Diane M. Simard is a survivor. Of angel investments made in companies run by inexperienced leaders. Of a father whose undiagnosed PTSD landed him in a psych ward when she was 5. But it was during a debilitating bout of vertigo during her year-long treatment for late-Stage III breast cancer in 2015 when she d

 Today, I can't wait to introduce you to the Queen of Bling, Natalie Mills. Natalie is a leading ladies fashion, jewelry and accessory brand-styling women globally with a “Luxury for Less” concept. Originally from South Africa, Natalie immigrated to the United States and knows what it means to create the American Dream— from selling her handmade jewelry to neighbors at 8 years old to being named a best-selling product for 2020 on NBC. In This Episode: Her rags to riches story of how she started and built a Luxury for Less Fashion Brand Wisdom on building brand working with influencers How spirit wisdom guided her to take a blind leap of faith to move to the US from S. Africa How she scaled her company when she moved into a market the size of the US, compared to the S. African market The importance of peace in our life Natalie Mills is a leading ladies fashion, jewelry and accessory brand – styling women globally with a “Luxury for Less” concept. Originally from South Africa, Natalie immigrated

 Today, I can't wait to introduce you to a true marketing and branding expert, the President and Founder of LV Jones Consulting, LLC - Tasha Jones. Her story will uplift and inspire you to step into the thought leadership space and remind you that the energy you exude is attracted back to you. In This Episode:  Tasha shares the story behind how she shifted from broadcast journalism to a career in advertising The importance of creating consistency and continuity across a brand Insight into her work redesigning what was the Stapleton Airport into a socioeconomic space that serves every life stage and endures through economic difficulties Tasha shares about the powerful blog post she released after George Floyd and the tremendous response she received Tips on leveraging your content to thought leadership status Why it's essential to show up with an intention for genuine connection Brand storytelling around diversity, equity, and inclusion Tasha Jones, President and Founder for LV Jones Consulting, drives dive

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to one of my amazing clients Dana Kirchmar who's broken boundaries for women in the aviation and aerospace industries. Now, she's working to help other women do the same. Dana is truly a rocket scientist. Who will introduce you to careers you never thought possible in STEM, inspire you to take risks, ask for what you want in life, and remind you to step outside your comfort zone while reinforcing that a personal life with fulfilling hobbies is crucial for self-fulfillment. In This Episode: Dana shares her one message for the world The different career opportunities in STEM many people have not considered The story behind how Dana entered the world of electrical engineering Insight into Dana's work on the first classified spaceship mission Dana shares the story of when she went to work for a startup aircraft manufacturer, where she designed and built an aircraft from scratch Diving deep into personal memories of the transformation she encountered about being released f

 Today, I'm excited to introduce you to Jill Keuth, a life coach helping women come home to themselves and live a more courageous life. You'll feel inspired after listening to this powerful interview where Jill shares her journey and tips you can start using today to shine brighter in your personal and professional life. In this Episode: Jill shares how she organically entered the world of coaching and how her mother has been an inspiration in her journey How motherhood changed her career trajectory The ways she worked through many identity crises Insight into her journey as a life coach The different ways she taps into courage and her true self Jill's one message for the world Tips on moving from your head to your heart The ways she's grown her business with divine purpose How she's expanding her offerings by hosting her first retreat Ways to trust the certainty within yourself Tips on saying yes to your potential   Jill Keuth is the founder of Be Courageously YOU and a Whole-Person Life Coach for h

 Today, I'm thrilled to share the three key components to growing your business - clarity, consistency, and courage. Recently I've been working with my mastermind clients to look at their mid-year results as we launch into the last part of 2022. I love this exercise because we are often in the work of doing and not reflecting on our success; this mid-year point often surprises even the best of us! They've boldly raised their rates to charge their true value, experienced sold-out retreats, manifested dream pilgrimages to the Camino de Santiago, and launched new brands serving their clients at the highest level. These are all conversations I've had in the past few months, and I can't wait to share more insights with you that will help you achieve the results you're dreaming of with tangible tips you can start integrating immediately! In this Episode: Kami reflects on work she’s done with her clients this past year after mid-year check ins The importance of growing our businesses at the right pace in alignment

Today, I'm excited to share a new solo podcast episode that will help you #RaiseUP your energy and your business. The energy that runs through your body, your space, and your relationships all resonates through your business and is either allowing you to shine in your brightest light or is dimming your brilliance. After listening to the advice in this latest episode  you'll be able to identify aspect of your business that aren't in align with your present goals so that you can release and transform your product and service offerings.  In this Episode: Kami shares her experience with energy training and how this study allowed her to shift her business to a higher level Why it is essential to listen to signs within your body The importance of movement in creating breakthroughs How to keep the energy of your business clean amongst the noise Why clearing out the old is vital to bringing new energetic shifts The importance of creating an energetic balance as CEOs of a business Tips on managing the energy of your

Today, I'm honored to introduce you to a visionary helping others lead a life that transcends burnout and embraces well-being executive coach for women, Tracy Vozza. In this latest interview, you'll learn how to leverage practical tips that can help you in all stages of entrepreneurship. In this Episode: Teresa discusses her need to show up and never say no during her corporate career Her inner journey of self-discovery The importance of establishing boundaries Patriarchal society blueprints and the expectations these place on women Untangling her need for attention, accolades, and praise Signs a person is experiencing burnout The vicious cycles of burnout and tips on how to stop The importance of knowing when you have stepped into over care How genuine self-care is being in a state of renewal more than in a state of energy depletion Teresa's most significant lessons in growing her business Why time is sacred Teresa Vozza is a leadership expert, executive coach, and former Human Resources Executive with

Today, I'm honored to introduce you to Sacred Walker, the CEO of Kuumba Health. She's hailed by audiences worldwide as a gifted orator, charismatic presenter, visionary leader, and executive coach. Sacred Walker speaks about resilience, the capacity for all to thrive when transforming internal and external stressors into success thru facing the internalized judgments, biases, and doubts people face daily. After listening to this empowering interview, you'll take away a fresh perspective on burnout, self-care and much more! In this Episode: • Sacred Walker shares how she's committed to transforming the mind, body, and spirit experience by helping other women live a life they love • Tips on turning your pain into your superpower • How tuning in and slowing down actually became her savior • Healing through art, storytelling, and dance • The power of playwriting development which allows people to embody specific roles before fully stepping into them • The importance of looking to your archetype now and determini

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Jessica Sato a true change-maker who will help you stand out above the noise. Jessica is the head speaker director for TEDx Franklin, a TEDx Breckenridge speaking coach, and she's joining us at the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference in November. In this Episode: Jessica shares her journey from college to climbing the corporate ladder and then finally leaving her job to start an entrepreneurial journey where she helps leaders grow to their highest self The importance of building an exit strategy and putting specific systems in place before stepping into entrepreneurship The magic of TEDx Talks and how they help people share big ideas How TEDx Talks are rooted in something relevant and timely for a particular location The importance of knowing what you truly want to say Why you should strip away expectations and find a way to express something you care very deeply about in life The beginnings of the BIG IDEA How the thing you care most about is your big differentia

Today, I'm excited to introduce you to someone who's played a significant role in helping the success of my own podcasting journey. Alex Sanfilippo is the host of Podcasting Made Simple and the founder of PodPros.com - one of their popular services being PodMatch, a tool I use to this day to get myself and clients booked on more podcasts as a way to increase our voice and visibility. He not only shares valuable advice in this interview. He'll share even more in November as a speaker at the Extraordinary Women Ignite Conference. In this Episode: Alex shares how he entered the world of podcasting as a way to leave his 9-5 and step into entrepreneurship Why podcasting should be a part of your business How his different software benefits podcasters The launch of his new software Podcast Lottery, which lets you pick a number, and if selected, you win reviews from other members on the platform Why podcasts are easier to find than ever before thanks to improvement in search results found on different platforms

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to a true inspiration, Keri Murphy. She lights up the room and screen with a magnetic on-camera presence which she brings out in others through her teachings. You'll love hearing her expertise in media and business as she shares a heart-warming interview packed with advice you can start using right away to connect with your ideal clients through video. You can also learn from her live as the 2022 Extraordinary Women Ignite Keynote.  In this Episode: Keri shares her entrepreneurial journey that began in her early twenties The importance of investing in yourself and your dreams Why it's essential to be adaptable and shift when needed as a business owner Keri’s “It Factor” training tools and how to leverage them for yourself Tips on authentically using video Why getting on camera is a muscle you need to flex and a mindset shift How to talk through the camera lens instead of to the camera lens The importance of committing to being your authentic self and letting your light s

Today, I couldn't be more excited to introduce you to Carrie Freeman, the Co-CEO of SecondMuse, an impact and innovation company that builds resilient economies, and the 2022 Extraordinary Women Ignite Keynote! Now more than ever before, women are being called to raise up our voices, vision, and visibility. Carrie is leading with empathy and compassion. I couldn't think of a better speaker to uplift the conference and ignite a positive change in the attendees. In this Episode: Carrie shares ways to use technology; for good, collaboration, relationships, and to deepen the human connection The importance of environmental sustainability How to increase relational wealth Different approaches to support other people within our community Why education and equality are essential to raising the impact women can make in the world Ways to increase formalized opportunities for women Tips on how to give yourself permission and grace in the workforce Carrie's insight into being more intentional with decision making Car

Today, I'm thrilled to introduce you to a very special person who I've known for a large portion of my life Georgann Low (aka Bunny). Over the years I've always loved to spend time with her whenever she was in Colorado and hear her incredible stories. She's an artist, author, musician, and spiritual companion with a new book out now! In this Episode:  Georgann shares her journey of finding her inner light; the pathway she took to get to know and accept herself genuinely How turning off noise and distractions can help you show up more present  Why having a good sense of humor matters and allows us to dance through the struggles of life  Tips on finding your own inner light  The importance of showing up for yourself Why meditation matters and how this practice allows us to be more in tune with ourselves and the world around us Georgann's take on contemplative mysticism Georgann Low's been on the planet long enough to tell you that life only gets better as you get older. She was born and grew up (more or less

Today, I am happy to introduce you to Tracy Cherpeski an international executive coach and leadership development expert who works with physicians and practitioners to grow their business and help them get their time back. She'll change your perspective on how you view time and scheduling with her amazing advice. In this Episode: Time leadership vs. time management Tracy shares how to feel in control of the things within your command The 3 Pillars of Time Leadership: Discovery, Analysis, Action How to shut down noise and distraction to get things done The importance of trusting your intuition Tracy shares how to realistically create a list of things that need to get done each day Tips on finding where you're leaving money and time on the table to start collecting it Tracy shares time-blocking tips The importance of checking in with yourself Tracy L. Cherpeski - MBA, MA, CPSC, is a leading executive coach with over 15 years experience. Her expertise, professional experience and "co