Closing out Women's History Month by asking men what the significance of the month is to them and giving the opportunity to show their appreciation to women in their lives. Hear what a few had to say... When we think of women's history, we often conjure up names like Marie Curie, Susan B. Anthony, and Rosa Parks—and rightfully so. But let's not forget that women's history is also about celebrating the unsung heroes, the everyday warriors, and the quiet revolutionaries who've been shaping our world since day one. The point of Women’s History Month is to take a moment to appreciate women in the past and present who have made a difference and inspired others.

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Kate is excited to welcome her former colleague and friend, Melissa Carnegie, founder of Kicks and Fros, as she shares her journey in the fashion industry and the rise of sneaker culture for women and the importance of representation and community. In the episode, Melissa outlines her journey to successfully building her businesses as an influencer and fashion changemaker, as well as her new sneaker cleaner kit launch. Most importantly, Melissa shares her journey as a bonus mom and how she has navigated the challenges of building a relationship with her step-daughter. She emphasizes the importance of being a role model and instilling values of hard work and perseverance. Melissa also discusses the unique perspective she has as a bonus mom and the impact she can have on the next generation. In this conversation, Melissa Carnegie discusses her journey of finding her purpose and building a successful career in the fashion industry. She emphasizes the importance of being passionate about your work and not settling for anything less than what you love. Melissa shares how her love for fashion and personal style has come full circle in her career. She also talks about exciting opportunities, such as customizing sneakers for the TV show Love is Blind, and her efforts to build a community of like-minded women in the sneaker industry. Melissa highlights the power of sharing success and empowering women in business.

Takeaways

• Sneaker culture has evolved to include women, who bring their own style and creativity to the space.
• Representation of women in sneaker culture is important for creating a sense of community and highlighting their contributions.
• Growing up as a tomboy can influence personal style and the love for sneakers.
• Events and community building are essential for connecting women with similar interests and creating a supportive network.
• Sneakers offer both comfort and style, making them a popular choice for women in various settings. Creating a product that solves a problem and meets a need can lead to success.
• Juggling multiple roles requires asking for help and building a support system.
• Building a relationship with a bonus child takes time, patience, and understanding.
• Being a role model and instilling values of hard work and perseverance are important for children's development.
• Having a unique perspective as a bonus mom allows for a different approach to parenting and influencing the next generation. Finding your purpose and being passionate about your work are key to building a successful career.
• Don't settle for anything less than what you love.
• Life often comes full circle, and your true passions and interests can lead you to unexpected opportunities.
• Building a community and empowering others can lead to greater success and fulfillment.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Background01:09Starting Melissa Chanel and Kicks and Fros

07:38 Representation of Women in Sneaker Culture

10:09 Growing Up as a Tomboy and Sneaker Influence

14:26 The Growth of Kicks and Fros

16:10 Events and Community Building

20:08 Launch of Sneaker Cleaner Kit

23:07 Juggling Multiple Roles

24:19 Getting Married and Personal Growth

25:09 Building a Relationship with a Bonus Daughter

26:36 Navigating the Role of a Bonus Mom

27:39 Parenting and Business

35:27 Influencing the Next Generation

40:22 Finding Your Purpose

43:11 Advice for the Future

45:27 Creating a Purposeful Career

48:14 Customizing Sneakers for Love is Blind

49:26 Building a Community

51:16 Empowering Women in Business

53:07 The Power of Sharing Success

54:47 The Soundtrack of Success

58:06 Where to Find Melissa

In this episode, Kate interviews Shannon Talbot, a life coach, public speaker, and author, about her book Breaking Free. Shannon shares her personal wake-up call and the importance of work-life balance. They discuss redefining success and pursuing happiness and fulfillment. Shannon provides insights on overcoming fear, excuses, and bad habits imprinted upon us starting in childhood and emphasizes the impact of personal growth. They also explore the power of visioning and manifesting, and the journey of change and continued development. In this conversation, Shannon Talbot discusses the pursuit of career happiness and the importance of bringing joy and energy into our work lives. Shannon also teases her coaching program and her switch from burnout to a more controversial topic of chasing happiness for working parents and professionals. The conversation highlights the changing outlook on career and work, especially among younger generations. Shannon's book, Breaking Free, is recommended for those seeking guidance in creating the career and life of their dreams.

• Buy now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Free-Holding-Creating-Career/dp/B0CQT6YTPV
• https://shannontalbot.com/

Takeaways

The pursuit of work-life balance is essential for true happiness and fulfillment.

Self-awareness and courage are key to making positive changes in life and career.

Dreams and goals can be small and personal, but still significant in creating a fulfilling life.

Overcoming fear, excuses, and bad habits is crucial for personal growth and success.

Prioritizing happiness and well-being is not selfish, but necessary for a fulfilling life.

Modeling happiness and pursuing personal growth positively impacts children and those around us.

Shifting into change requires a clear vision, breaking down steps, commitment, and accountability.

Visioning and manifesting can help change thoughts, beliefs, and actions.

Personal growth is a lifelong journey that requires continuous effort and self-reflection. The pursuit of career happiness involves making changes to feel happier, more energetic, and more joyful at work.

Happiness is a controversial topic, but it is something we want for ourselves and our children.

Career happiness is becoming increasingly important for younger generations entering the workforce.

Shannon Talbot's book, Breaking Free, provides guidance on creating the career and life of your dreams.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:23 Shannon's Wake-Up Call

03:21 Redefining Success

05:04 The Importance of Work-Life Balance

06:12 Creating Change Without a Wake-Up Call

08:03 The Power of Small Dreams

10:13 Overcoming Fear, Excuses, and Bad Habits

13:35 The Impact on Children

19:44 Prioritizing Happiness and Well-being

25:05 Motivation for Change

29:23 Shifting into Change

35:26 Visioning and Manifesting

40:41 The Journey of Personal Growth

41:43 Shannon's Personal Journey

42:12 Pursuit of Career Happiness

43:07 Controversial Topic of Happiness

44:15 Importance of Career Happiness for Younger Generations

45:09 Shannon's Book and Coaching Work

45:39 Coming Out Song as a Working Mom

46:29 Final Words