In this episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosts Gail and Ilana interview Erica Malbon, co-founder of Malbon Golf, a brand that is revolutionizing the golf industry by merging fashion, culture, and sport. Erica shares her unique journey as a woman in business, her experiences in starting Malbon Golf, and the challenges and successes she has faced along the way. The conversation delves into leadership lessons, the importance of creating a positive workplace culture, and the balance between work and family life and knowing when to delegate. Erica also discusses the future growth plans for Malbon Golf, including international expansion and new retail locations.

Key Takeaways

• Erica's journey in business has been non-traditional.
• She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and leadership development.
• Molbon Golf aims to make golf more approachable and fun for younger demographics.
• The brand focuses on creating a community and lifestyle around golf.
• Working with a spouse presents both challenges and rewards.
• Leadership requires knowing when to bring in experienced team members.
• Creating a nurturing workplace culture is essential for employee satisfaction.
• Women are increasingly participating in golf, changing the industry's landscape.
• Balancing work and family is a significant challenge for female leaders.
• Molbon Golf is expanding internationally, with new stores opening in Asia.

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In this episode of The She Means Business Podcast, Sarah Branfman shares her unique career journey from being a professional ballet dancer and journalist to becoming a successful sales leader in the tech industry. She discusses her experiences at MongoDB and Databricks, the challenges of navigating a male-dominated field, the importance of mentorship, and how she has learned to embrace her authenticity and trust herself throughout her career.

Key Takeaways

• Sarah transitioned from ballet and journalism to tech sales.
• She was the first enterprise salesperson at MongoDB.
• Feedback is essential for growth and should be embraced.
• Women bring unique strengths to the tech industry.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in career development.
• Self-doubt is common, but proving oneself is vital.
• Navigating a male-dominated industry requires hard work.
• Authenticity leads to greater confidence and success.
• Building a supportive community is important for women in tech.
• Trusting oneself is key to overcoming challenges.

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In this episode of the She Means Business podcast, Andrea Jansen shares her journey from a successful marketing career to becoming a certified executive coach focused on empowering women in the construction industry. She discusses the challenges women face in leadership roles, the importance of transformational leadership, and the difference between mentorship and sponsorship. Andrea emphasizes the need for women to lean into sponsorship relationships to accelerate their careers and highlights the potential for transformational leadership to address industry challenges.

Key Takeaways:

• Andrea transitioned from marketing to coaching after realizing her entrepreneurial spirit.
• She started coaching informally while on maternity leave, helping friends with resumes.
• Ambition Theory was born out of a desire to close the gender gap in leadership.
• Women in construction often face challenges due to a lack of recognition for their transformational leadership skills.
• Sponsorship is more effective than mentorship for career advancement.
• Women are often prepared for opportunities that never come, rather than being given the chance to seize them.
• Transformational leadership can lead to better outcomes in traditionally transactional industries like construction.
• Building relationships based on mutual value can accelerate career growth.
• Andrea's experience highlights the importance of networking and putting oneself out there.
• The construction industry can benefit significantly from embracing transformational leadership.

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