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Shameless Leadership

Welcome to Shameless Leadership! This show is for women, transgender people, non-binary folks, and allies who are committed to advancing their leadership and the leadership of those around them. In this space, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. Our mission is to help you foster these feelings within your own circles of influence to build trust, psychological safety, and a culture of belonging.
In each episode, we dive into essential topics impacting women in leadership – everything from shutting down your inner critic and imposter syndrome to overcoming perfectionism to using your voice in new ways to advocate for yourself, your ideas, and other folks carrying marginalized identities. You’ll hear practical tips, effective strategies, and inspiring stories that will not only enhance your leadership skills but also broaden your perspective to become a more confident, thoughtful, and empathetic leader.
Our stories come from people carrying identities who are often underrepresented, underestimated, and excluded. By sharing their experiences, we aim to provide you with invaluable lessons that will transform your leadership journey. We are thrilled to have you join this community of Shameless Leaders who are actively creating a world where everyone, regardless of gender, can intentionally lead through a more curious, compassionate, and inclusive lens.

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822: 4 Ways to Bring Joy to Your Holiday Hustle Nov 13, 2023

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The “most wonderful time of the year” is just around the corner.

But is it the most wonderful time?! Haha!

Every year, I record a holiday episode where I help you prep for the holiday season in a way that I hope will bring peace, ease, and joy to your December. Usually, I share this episode in early December. This year, I’m sharing it early because I want you to start creating that peace, ease, and joy you’re craving now!

Every holiday season brings new circumstances. Your kids are a year older than last year. Your parents are a year older than last year. Your work (and therefore vacation/time off) situation may be totally different. Your financial situation might be different. Your relationships might be different.

It’s worth reflecting each pre-holiday season on “What’s most important this year?” You may answer this question very differently than last year.

In this episode, I offer you 4 invitations to:

Determining your magic-making moments
Build better boundaries where needed
Create inner calm
Take time now to prep for your time off

I will share what has worked well for me and for members of our community over the last few years in hopes you might get some sparks on how you can intentionally make this the most wonderful time of the year for yourself and your family - for real!

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821: Katie Ferraro: Shameless Mom of 7 and Baby-Led Weaning Expert Nov 08, 2023

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Katie Ferraro R.D. is on a mission to help parents and caregivers give their babies a safe start to solid foods without spoon-feeding. Katie is a registered dietitian, mom of 7 (quads, twins, and a singleton), baby-led weaning expert, and host of the top-rated parenting podcast called BABY-LED WEANING MADE EASY.

In addition to her work educating tens of thousands of parents about baby-led weaning, Katie is an Associate Professor of Nutrition at the University of California San Francisco Graduate School of Nursing and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Nutrition at the University of San Diego School of Nursing and Health Science. She is a Lecturer in the Exercise and Nutrition Science program at San Diego State University and has authored a number of textbooks and chapters on clinical and infant nutrition.

I knew I was going to love learning about Katie as a Shamelessmom Mom of 7! But I also learned so much about feeding and baby-led weaning that I can even apply to feeding my picky 11-year-old. This conversation is for parents of littles, of course. But, you might be surprised at the golden nuggets you’ll be able to find for older kids as well.

Listen in to hear Katie share:

How she grew her family from 0 to 7 kids in 3 years
The evolution of parenting 7 children over the last 9 years
How she shamelessly asked for and received help to care for her babies
What baby-led weaning and how it inspired her work today
Misconceptions about baby-led weaning
How to engage your kids who are past the age of baby-led weaning in the benefits of baby-led weaning
The 3 rules of engagement for parents feeding your kids (when, where they sit, what they eat)) and the three rules for keeping kids autonomous feeding/eating (how much to eat, if they actually eat any)

Links mentioned:

Baby Led Weaning for Beginners Workshop + 100 First Foods List: https://babyledweaning.co/
Katie’s podcast: Baby-Led Weaning Made Easy
Katie and Baby-Led Weaning on Instagram, Twitter Pinterest, and TikTok: @babyledweanteam
Katie and Baby-Led Weaning on YouTube
Katie on LinkedIn

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820: Ideas on How to Keep Your Kids Talking To You Nov 06, 2023

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I am not a parenting expert and I don’t always make the right parenting choices. I’m definitely not sure we get it right with screen time, candy, or bedtime at our house… But the most important thing to me as my child enters his tween era is that he trusts me and believes he can talk to me when things are hard. There are a few things that I have done really consciously and consistently over the years that are paying off as V gets older. There are also some new things that I’m trying that have been effective. I wanted to share them with you as we all venture through Shameless Motherhood. You are not alone in this journey. We are in it together. As Glennon says, we belong to each other.

When our children struggle, it’s easy to immediately assume blame, become consumed with doubt, and feel really stuck in dysfunctional patterns. Sharing our fumbles and our wins can not only help us process but also help us feel less alone on this journey which can feel incredibly isolating and confusing at times.

I hope this episode gives you a new tool or two while also giving you hope. You got this!

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819: Dr. Angela Lauria: Navigating the World After an Adult Autism Diagnosis Nov 01, 2023

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Dr. Angela E. Lauria is the founder of The Author Incubator™ and creator of the Difference Process™ for writing a book that matters. In 2018, The Author Incubator was ranked #275 on the Inc. 500 fastest-growing companies and #87 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Entrepreneur 360. Angela won the Stevie Award’s Coach/Mentor of the Year Award and her program, The Author’s Way, was named Coaching Program of the Year and she was named by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the top 10 most inspiring entrepreneurs to watch – one of only 2 women.

I’ve seen Angela’s work online for years as we’ve circled each other around various mutual friends. For a while now I’ve had a sense that she could be a really great guest for the show. Then, about a year ago I started noticing how she was showing up differently online. She talked really openly about her autism diagnosis at age 39. She was writing incredible posts about how she experiences the world as a person with autism. I have learned so much from her. So, I finally reached out to ask her to come join us in the SMA. I am so grateful she said yes. This is an incredible conversation.

Listen in to hear Angela share:

What led to her autism diagnosis at the age of 39
How her diagnosis allowed her to feel like she could finally start her life and her career
What masking is and how people with various neurodivergences mask in order to fit into the world
How she learned to set boundaries to self-regulate in a world that's not designed for people with autism
Why labeling autism or any neurodivergence or a person with disabilities or differences as a person with superpowers is inappropriate and leads to “inspiration porn”
How the brain of a person with autism differs from an the brain of an allistic (non-autistic) person in terms of how the brain integrates information
What self-care might look like for a person with autism - and how it looks very different than self-care for allistic people

Links mentioned:

Work with Angela: Differencepress.com
Book: It. Goes. So. Fast: The Year of No Do Overs by Mary Louise Kelly
Angela’s Podcast: The Autistic Culture Podcast
Angela’s Personal FB
FB/IG/TikTok/LinkedIn: @differencepress

We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor

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818: What’s Becoming More True for You? Oct 30, 2023

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I knew stepping into September I was taking a big inhale that I wouldn’t be able to release until October 28th.

Over the last 2 months, things I have been working toward and dreaming of for years finally came to life. Things that used to feel big, hard and so scary felt more full of ease than ever before. Other things fell in my lap that proved harder than I imagined, but I was able to meet them head-on with a decent amount of confidence and grace.

As I have started to exhale, it’s been really interesting, even fun, to step back and see what is more true for me now than it was 2 months ago. As I processed my insights, I realized so much of what I have noted about what’s becoming more true for me is also what I’m hearing many clients say is also becoming more true for them. So, I decided to share this all with you because I sense some of these things are becoming more true for you. And, I don’t want you to miss the opportunity to make note of the magic.

We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor

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817: Omi Bell: From Shameless Teen Mom to Shameless Female Founder Oct 25, 2023

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Omi Bell is a multi-talented computer scientist, business strategist, and serial entrepreneur. She also has a background in performance, K-12 Education, and IP Strategy. Her innovative approach to creating access to social and financial capital has earned her recognition as a leading voice in the industry, as well as praise from prominent figures such as Robert F. Smith and Daymond John.

As the founder of and CEO of Black Girl Ventures, Omi has made it her mission to provide resources and support to underrepresented entrepreneurs. Under Omi’s leadership, Black Girl Ventures has funded over 300 women founders representing about $10MM in revenue, creating over 3,000 jobs for the US economy and raising $5M in financial and social capital. Her impact extends beyond her organization, as she continues to be an advocate for social justice and equity in the business world.

Listen in to hear Omi share:

How women disassociate from their bodies over the course of their life and how hard it is to get out of your head and back in your body later in life
The mental shift for moms from “what do we need?” in earlier stages of motherhood vs “what do I need?” in later stages of motherhood
How being a 17-year-old mom laid the foundation for her to become the founder and CEO of Black Girl Ventures
How she went from renting out her living room as an Airbnb to make money to becoming a female founder who funds other black-owned companies
How she used the “template” of megachurches to build her business around community (without being culty)
The responsibility of owning and USING your creativity to show up in the world, as well as permission to step into your creativity by just dipping your toe in the water as a first step

Links mentioned:

Get Omi’s Book: Originate, Motivate, Innovate: 7 Steps for Building a Billion Dollar Network

Connect with Omi: omisworld.com

Omi on IG/Threads: @omibell

Connect with Black Girl Ventures: blackgirlventures.org

Black Girl Ventures on IG

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816: 5 Mindset Resets to Amplify Your Joy in Motherhood Oct 23, 2023

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What we expect motherhood to look like (snuggles, rainbows, and roses!) vs what motherhood actually looks like (chaos, crying, and pure exhaustion) can be pretty jarring. There are these moments of pure joy that we could have never imagined and then - alllll the other moments. Often not pure joy…

There are a number of factors that contribute to our joy depletion over time as we rear our brood. Everything from trying to conform to social norms to sinking deep into the comparison trap, to massive daily overwhelm, and complete loss of our sense of self.

Today we will talk through 5 mindset resets that will amplify your joy in motherhood. These 5 mindsets center YOU, not your child(ren). My hope is that they allow you to stand apart from your child(ren) in order to find yourself amidst the chaos.

Book mentioned Joy Is My Justice by Tanmeet Sethi

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815: Kristal DeSantis: Raising Boys Within a Model of Healthy Masculinity Oct 18, 2023

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Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with specializations in sex therapy, couples, and men's mental health issues. She is the creator of the STRONG Relationship Therapy Model of trauma-informed attachment-based couples therapy. She is joining us in the SMA today to talk about boys' mental health, the importance of healthy masculinity, and the impact of seeing healthy relationships on children's mental, emotional, and relational well-being.

This was an incredibly powerful and critical conversation about teen boys and mental health. Please listen and share with the moms of boys in your life.

Listen in to hear Kristal share:

How the socialization of male masculinity impacts boys’ mental health
How our current tropes of masculinity are harmful to young boys
Positive coping mechanisms for teen boys to reduce stress and build resilience
The significance of validating your child as a human with inherent worth - not worth they have to earn
The 4 Positions of Conversation that can positively impact parent/child communication
Tips on how we can reduce the stigma around mental illness and help teen boys feel more comfortable talking about their struggles and seeking help
Why we are seeing staggering rates to suicide in boys

Links mentioned:

Connect with Kristal: www.strong.love
Get Kristal’s Book: STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man
Kristal on Twitter
Kristal on IG
Kristal on Threads
Kristal on FB
Kristal on TikTok

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814: How Shaming Undermines Trust and What to Do Instead Oct 16, 2023

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Shame is integrated into our society in all sorts of explicit and subtle ways. Sometimes we can see it right away and call it out. Other times, we quietly internalize it, not realizing that it’s undermining our self-worth while building up our protective armor to the point that our truest gifts can no longer shine through.

Some of us were raised by parents who used shame as a weapon.

Some of us have bosses who use shame as a weapon.

Some of us have been taught, mentored, or coached by leaders who use shame as a weapon.

When we have models and mentors who use shame as a form of control, power, or manipulation, sometimes we don’t know any better than to do the same thing ourselves once we have the opportunity to yield some control or power over others.

In this episode, we will explore how shame does the opposite of what the shamer wants it to do while breaking our spirit in the process; how shame, even subtle shame, destroys the trust and integrity of a relationship; and 5 approaches you can use instead of shame to build healthy relationships while co-creating solutions that strength rather than undermine our bonds with one another.

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813: Natalie Silverstein: How to Raise Kids Who Want to Give Back Oct 11, 2023

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Natalie Silverstein, MPH is an author, speaker, consultant, nonprofit founder, and passionate advocate for family and youth service. Her first book, Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back, was published in 2019 and was named one of the Top Books for Parents Who Want to Raise Kind Kids by HuffPost. Her second book, Simple Acts: The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference was published in July 2022. She is the host of the award-winning podcast, Simple Acts, Big Impact: Celebrating Teen Changemakers.

I got so much out of this conversation with Natalie. I love her philosophy that the best way to feel more hopeful about the world, while also adding meaning to our own lives, is to be of service to others. She is also brilliant at involving teens in this mission by offering manageable, actionable steps to help them start being of service in their communities.

Listen in to hear Natalie share:

How she found her passion for writing and serving her community in a massive way at age 50
Her belief is that our current generation of youth are huge leaders in service and contributions to communities
How raising kids who engage in service work creates grounded and grateful kids
The health data on volunteering - how it gives “helpers high” and contributes to physical & emotional health, as well as increases life expectancy
How volunteering in the community decreases a teen's chances of engaging in risky behaviors
Creative ways to get younger kids engaged in service to others
How to engage teens and tweens in service work that is rewarding and meaningful to them - and guided by their strengths, gifts, and passions
How having kids being of service brings deep meaning and joy to their lives

Links mentioned:

Join my October Retreat for Women Entrepreneurs: Influence & Ignite: Be the CEO and Thought Leader You Were Born to Be: shamelessmom.com/bizretreat
Free Guide: Simple Acts: A Busy Teen’s Guide to Making A Difference
Natalie’s 2024 Simple Acts Day by Day Planner
Book: Simple Acts: The Busy Family’s Guide to Giving Back
Book: Simple Acts: The Busy Teen’s Guide to Making a Difference
Podcast: Simple Acts, Big Impacts: Celebrating Teen Changemakers
Natalie on IG

We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor

Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at sales@adalystmedia.com

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