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Mentorship plays a vital role in shaping the careers and business mindset of women entrepreneurs and leaders striving to overcome adversity. In this episode of Media Rebel Unplugged, Janice Becker talks with Amy Summers, entrepreneur and founder of Pitch Publicity, about the real-life dynamics of mentorship in entrepreneurship. Amy reveals her unique concept of 'mentorship touch points' and shares practical leadership strategies for supporting teams without rigidity. She emphasizes the importance of navigating healthy exits and hiring well to build resilient businesses.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into leadership language that fosters curiosity over control, tactical advice for addressing 'bad boss syndrome,' and ways to strengthen human connection despite a tech-driven world. This conversation is especially beneficial for women entrepreneurs developing their leadership skills and business mindset while facing the challenges of entrepreneurship and adversity.

Join us for this empowering discussion to enhance your approach to leadership, mindset, and mentorship in your entrepreneurial journey.

Guest info
Amy Summers
Host, The Pitch with Amy Summers and Pitch Live with Amy Summers
Founder, Pitch Publicity
Author, 10 Mentorship Touch Points to Empower Your Team and Accelerate Your Career (release date: February 25, 2026)

Links
Book and updates: https://lifttolead.com

Timeline
00:00 Intro, mentorship as daily moments
01:12 Amy’s origin story and why mentorship became her focus
02:36 Hiring, building teams, and what leaders miss about development
04:32 Mentorship moments, influence, and how we are always being watched
09:04 Bad boss syndrome and learning what not to repeat as a leader
10:37 Healthy exits, dignity, and why the way you end matters
14:07 Why corporate evaluations often protect companies, not people
16:03 Lead with curiosity, not control, and how to have real conversations
17:42 Advice for anyone stuck in bad leadership
21:07 Where to find Amy and book details

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