Support is Sexy

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266: Never Forget: You Deserve Support! Jul 18, 2017

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It bears repeating: You. Deserve. Support.

It's neither cute nor necessary for you to be the martyr, always play the hero, or live in struggle-dom alone while support is available for you in abundance and in many forms if you'd just invite it in.

And on this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I invite YOU into a space that is all about support and providing you with connections, resources, advice and more that will help lift you up and empower you to press on: suportissexymastermind.com!

Check it out, be empowered and get connected. You deserve it!

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265: Serial Entrepreneur Faven Ressom on How Leverage What's Working and Evolve Your Brand Jul 17, 2017

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Faven Ressom's family is Eritrean, and at age seven, she came to Atlanta from Ethiopia. Though surrounded by family, Faven felt like she was on her own, like she never really belonged because of the struggle to balance her own culture with American culture. Her escape at that time? Books. As she got older, Faven's determination led her to commit to creating inclusive environments where people felt like they belonged no matter their background.

Today, Faven is a serial entrepreneur who owns, among other companies, Faved Events, which hosts some of the most popular events in Atlanta -- from brunches to food festivals -- and she's focused on developing other arms of her business, including a non-profit and a docu-series for television. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Faven talks about smart ways to leverage what's working, navigating male-dominated industries by differentiating yourself and getting out of your comfort zone in order to evolve your brand.

On this episode you'll learn:

Having the courage to embrace what's working.How to differentiate yourself in a saturated market.The importance of learning the word "no."One of the most important ingredients of hosting events: intention.Why you have to evolve and go outside of your comfort zone.Why you have to believe when no one else does.Defining success for yourself.

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264: Embrace Your MVP Jul 14, 2017

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How often do you get right to the edge of launching that new product, service or idea that you've been thinking about forever, but then you pull back because it's not perfect enough, big enough, ____ enough yet? How often do you want more, more more, before you even know if -- at its core -- what you're offering is something that your audience or customer wants?

How often have you used: "It's not ready yet," as an excuse?

Stop making excuses and get busy working on your MVP -- your minimum viable product.

On this episode, I share what the MVP could be for your business, and how to get over your fears, get out there, get feedback and get better!

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263: Career Coach Juliet Hall on Owning Your Opportunities and Failing to Fit In Jul 13, 2017

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When Juliet Hall decided that she was tired of people telling her what to do, that was it -- she knew it was time to become an entrepreneur. But the South Carolina native didn't just jump up and quit her job, she planned her transition thoughtfully (for two years!), and suggests other career women do the same to prepare themselves for the moment when they do finally take the leap.

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Juliet -- who is a career coach and self-empowerment speaker -- opens up about how her strict upbringing shaped her tenacity, why, as women, we have to own our opportunities and how you can stand out by failing to fit in. Also, Juliet shares a very powerful lesson in forgiveness and the surprising ways it can release us when we least expect it.

On this episode, you'll learn:

The power of visualization and intention.The 3ps: principle, people and products.3 smart ways to own your opportunities.Blind spots that cause us to miss out on opportunities.How to recognize when you outgrow a situation.Why you must align your work with your gifts.Her tips on how to plan for your transition.Advice for how to create speaking opportunities. Why you should fail at fitting in.Be independent of the expectations of others.Beware of well-intentioned advice from non-entrepreneurs.And how to channel pain into promise.

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262: Fireball Network Co-Founder Deena Baikowitz Tells How to Make Authentic Connections and Work Any Room Jul 11, 2017

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Deena Baikowitz comes from a long line of women who were entrepreneurs, so the idea of owning her own business felt natural for her. But growing up, Deena felt insecure about her petite stature of just under five feet -- except when she was on stage performing in dance and theater groups and bringing joy to the audience.

Today, as co-founder and Chief Networking Officer of the Fireball Network, Deena helps her clients confidently take the proverbial stage and build their networks. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Deena shares tips on how to build your network with authentic connections, how to turn cold outreach into warm introductions and her tips for working any room.

On this episode you'll learn:

Why you must diversify your network.Key questions you should ask someone when building your network.How to make a cold introduction a warm introduction.How the buddy system helps you build your business.What it means to be a connector (and why anyone can learn to be one).Don't waste time doing the things that you're not great at. Focus on the spaces that allow you to be great.Her secret tip for how to make connections with people on LinkedIn.When building your business, start with who is already in your network.The benefits of having a wing woman.Her top 5 tips for working the room.

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261: Oui Shave Founder Karen Young on Perseverance and Moving Beyond Past Failures Jul 10, 2017

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Karen Young was an adventurous trouble maker -- in a good way -- and clear from an early age that she'd be an entrepreneur, even if didn't know exactly what that was at the time. She always knew that she could be anything she wanted, and part of the reason for this was because of the important lesson her grandmother taught her about perseverance. This lesson is something the Guyana native had to call on years later when she went through a difficult time after deciding to close her first business.

Today, Karen -- who resides in Brooklyn, N.Y. -- is the creator of Oui Shave, a women's shaving brand that is disrupting the beauty industry. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Karen shares how to overcome public failures, how to measure your business's success (beyond social media), how to optimize F.O.M.O. and why support along your journey is essential.

On this episode you'll learn:

What perseverance looks like.How to know when it may be time to close up shop and move on.Lessons Karen learned about from failure of her first business.The dangers of the successful entrepreneur narrative. The benefits of going back to a 9-to-5 to give yourself some space.The importance of seeking therapy when needed and prioritizing self-care.Her tips for what she now knows about creating a successful business. Why your business must solve a problem.Her advice for getting your products to market. The value of in-person presentation of your products. How to measure the success of your business (beyond social media).How to attract retailers for your products. What she learned about the importance of SUPPORT!!!

Show notes, links and resources for this episode may be found at supportissexypodcast.com.

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260: Meet the Universe Halfway Jul 09, 2017

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Your journey, for sure, will include ups and downs, twists and turns, highs and lows, hallelujah moments and moments of heartbreak. This is life, and this is entrepreneurship. Your job -- your mission -- keep going. Stay on the path, remain committed to your dreams, and know that the Universe will meet you halfway.

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259: Terra Winston: How to Get Over F.O.M.O. and Create A Business That Truly Aligns With Your Gifts Jul 07, 2017

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Terra Winston realized very early on the importance of a great education thanks to the emphasis of her parents, who grew up in the segregated south, and who modeled persistence and tenacity for her. The New Jersey native followed suit and says she was became the good girl who always got good grades and did everything right.

But while pursuing her MBA at Stanford University, Terra struggled to determine what the smart thing was for her to do when surrounded by classmates who were launching major tech businesses in Silicon Valley. Her passion told her that there was something different for her, but her mind told her that if she didn't go for it at that time, she may miss out.

On this episode, Terra -- who is Founder and Ringleader of the leadership consulting firm inTerractions, which she has run for nine years now -- talks about how to get over F.O.M.O (fear of missing out), how to adjust your risk profile and how to avoid getting stuck in perfecting rather than profiting when it comes to building your business.

On this episode you'll learn:

The importance of not being discouraged by pace.How to get over the fear of missing out in entrepreneurship How to change your risk profile.How to recognize when your job isn't the problem and what the "new job pattern" looks like.How just trying can be truly be empowering. Why you MUST have a side hustle.Why Terra's coach advised her NOT to create a business planHow to not get stuck perfecting rather than profiting.Surround yourself with people who are where you want to be.Show notes, links and resources for this episode may be found at supportissexypodcast.com.

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258: 7 Smart Ways to Get Busy Building Your Support Network (And Find People Who Support Your Kind of Crazy) Jul 06, 2017

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I've spoken quite a bit recently about being more intentional about my own self care, and encouraging you to be more intentional about yours. Of course, there's proper diet, regular exercise and healthy environments that all play into that, but there's also the important factor of your support network. Not just friends, family and colleagues, but fellow entrepreneurs who support your kind of crazy!

On this episode I offer seven smart ways to get started building -- or reinforcing -- your support network. Many you may know, but it never helps to revisit it. I certainly needed a refresher, hopefully this will be a breath of fresh air for your as well. I'd love to hear if you have other ideas!

Show notes, links and resources mentioned in this episode can be found at supportissexypodcast.com.

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257: It's Our Anniversary! Jul 04, 2017

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Oh my, it's our anniversary! Hooray for you and me!!! Thank you SO MUCH for making this first year of the Support is Sexy podcast so extraordinary!

More than 100,000 downloads, 257 episodes and counting, interviews with more than 150 incredible women entrepreneurs around the world -- from Singapore to Dubai to London to San Francisco -- the journey has been more than I every could have imagined! It just WOULD NOT be the same without you.

Thank you for supporting the podcast and the Support is Sexy mission of empowering women to know that having it all doesn't mean doing it all alone! Giddy about what's to come and grateful for all the lessons along the way. Let's continue to grow together, support each other and hold each other to our highest possibility!

Women will change the world, and there is NOTHING sexier than women supporting women. Cheers! ~ Elayne

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