In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Lisa DeFrank-Cole, an award-winning author and esteemed professor, to delve into women, leadership, and the barriers of gender bias. Lisa sheds light on why women’s career paths often take a non-linear route, shaped by caregiving roles, societal expectations, and entrenched biases, while men typically follow a more predictable career climb from education to promotion. She also introduces the Kaleidoscope Career Path, a fresh perspective on how career choices adapt to life’s changing values and circumstances. Whether it's balancing work-life priorities, caring for loved ones, or seeking personal fulfillment, Lisa explains how this flexible model reflects the evolving decisions women face throughout their professional journeys.

Lisa DeFrank-Cole is Director and F. Duke Perry Endowed Professor of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University, widely known for her academic and practical expertise in women’s leadership.

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MORE ABOUT LISA DeFRANK-COLE
Website: Lisa DeFrank-Cole
LinkedIn: Lisa DeFrank-Cole
Book: Women and Leadership: Journey Toward Equity

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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless talks with Laura Beauparlant, founder of Lab Creative, author of Brand Chemistry and creator of Brand Camp about her entrepreneurial journey and how it led to the creation of Lab Creative and Brand Camp. Recognizing that personal branding extends beyond a job title or employer, she understood that carefully selecting the stories you share is crucial for enhancing your brand, while oversharing can potentially damage it. Laura offers invaluable insights on how to strike the right balance, using storytelling to enhance your brand while protecting the reputation you’ve established.

Laura is an internationally acclaimed speaker and entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience. She utilizes her creativity and unique methodologies to aid growth-oriented entrepreneurs in recognizing and harnessing their unique abilities. Her approach ensures that brands not only stand out but also attract the right clientele and achieve remarkable success.

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MORE ABOUT LAURA BEAUPARLANT
Website: Lab Creative
LinkedIn: Laura Beauparlant
Podcast: Live with Laura
Blog Post: “7 Lessons From an Entrepreneur”
Book: “Brand Chemistry : How to Attract the Right Clients and Keep Them”

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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Abbe F. Large, Managing Director at Lenox Advisors, about the need for open conversations about money. She offers valuable advice on teaching children the importance of money, helping them develop healthy financial habits early on, including budgeting, saving, and responsible spending. Abbe also encourages women to actively participate in family financial decisions, particularly during the "sandwich years," when managing the financial responsibilities of both children and aging parents becomes increasingly important.

Abbe is a passionate advocate for families and individuals dealing with difficult financial realities. She personally navigated these same financial complexities when caring for her father through his battle with pancreatic cancer. Abbe faced the same challenges she regularly helps others overcome and gained a unique appreciation for the importance of being supported through these challenging times with grace and dignity. She believes that when money is removed from the equation, people can focus on what truly matters: love and family. Abbe was named on Forbes's Top Financial Security Professionals in both 2022 and 2023.

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MORE ABOUT ABBE F. LARGE
Website: Lenox Advisors
LinkedIn: Abbe F. Large

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Website - Sweet but Fearless
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