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#WisdomOfWomen

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 Welcome to the #WisdomOfWomen Show, dedicated to amplifying the wisdom of women in business. A new model of leadership is emerging, and we are here to elevate the voices of women leading the way. We feature trailblazing women founders, investors, and growth experts illuminating the path of growth and prosperity for women-led enterprises. Join your host, Coco Sellman, 5x founder, impact investor, advisor to 500+ entrepreneurs, and creator of the Force for Good Business System(TM) -- the only comprehensive entrepreneureal operating system desiged for women leaders.Copyright 2026 A Force for Good Inc. Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • Creating Successful Business Transitions Through Intentional Leadership with Andrea Carpenter

    Creating Successful Business Transitions Through Intentional Leadership with Andrea Carpenter
    Apr 14 2026
    In this episode I'm joined by Andrea Carpenter, a next-generation entrepreneur who is redefining leadership and succession in family businesses.We engage in a profound exploration of her unconventional pathway, which includes acquiring and leading an established firm rather than adhering to the prevalent startup narrative.Andrea expounds upon the intricacies of facilitating successful transitions while prioritizing interpersonal relationships and preserving the integrity of familial connections within business contexts. As we delve into pivotal moments that have shaped her vision, we uncover insights on the significance of intentional leadership and the need for strategic planning in ensuring the longevity and prosperity of women-led enterprises.This episode serves not only as an inspiration but as a practical guide for aspiring leaders to navigate the complexities of business transitions with foresight and empathy.Our Guest This Week:Today we have a 🌟 Truth-Telling Transitionist🌟 in our midst! Andrea Carpenter is a next-gen entrepreneur, G2 successor, and the incoming President of The Transition Strategists—where she helps families and founders design people-first business transitions that protect both relationships and results. Her somewhat unconventional entrepreneurial journey—buying into and leading an established business instead of starting from scratch—challenges the dominant startup myth and offers a powerful alternative path. As the creator of Your Next Gen Friend, she’s built a soul-centered platform and podcast that gives rising leaders space to explore identity, wealth, and legacy with honesty, grace, and strength. A former UX designer turned transition strategist, Andrea understands both the technical mechanics and emotional layers of family business planning—because she’s lived it. With fierce clarity and generous wisdom, she’s helping the next generation step out from invisible pressure and into intentional leadershipTakeaways:Andrea emphasizes the importance of intentional business transitions that prioritize relationships and outcomes.The episodes discusses the significance of identifying pivotal moments in life that shape one's entrepreneurial journey and leadership style.Effective family business transitions require careful planning and consideration of the emotional and operational dynamics involved.The discussion highlights the necessity of establishing a clear vision for the future, particularly in navigating the complexities of business transitions.Listeners are encouraged to explore the Objectives Matrix, a tool designed to clarify personal and business priorities for effective decision-making.Chapters:03:19 Defining Moments in Life10:20 Navigating Business Transitions16:56 The Journey of Growth and Team Evolution21:20 Transitioning Family Businesses25:59 Transitioning Business Roles and Responsibilities30:21 Transitioning Leadership and Business ValuesBurning Questions Answered:1.What does it really take to build a self-managing company that thrives beyond the founder?2.How can second-generation leaders bring their own vision while honoring what came before?3.Why do most business transitions fail—and how can women founders avoid the same traps?4.How do you create space for new leadership without losing your company culture?5.What are the emotional and strategic steps to design a successful handoff?Favorite Quotes“Sometimes what needs to die is just an old version of you.”“It’s okay to build differently than the generation before you.”“Legacy is powerful—but it’s also deeply personal.”GUEST OFFERS & CONTACT INFORMATION:LinkedIn (Andrea): https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreashaverThe Transition Strategists –Free Resource: https://transitionstrategists.com/forceWebsite: https://transitionstrategists.comLinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/transitionstrategists/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transitionstrategistsYour Next Gen Friend –Website: https://yournextgenfriend.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournextgenfriendYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yournextgenfriendPodcast: https://yournextgenfriend.captivate.fm/Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity.YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nhSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good, especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and ...
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  • Navigating the Entrepreneurial Landscape: Lessons from Kristen Wiley

    Navigating the Entrepreneurial Landscape: Lessons from Kristen Wiley
    Apr 7 2026
    This episode delves into the transformative journey of Kristen Wiley, the founder and CEO of Statusphere, a pioneering platform that revolutionizes micro-influencer marketing.We explore the emergence of a new model of leadership in business, particularly highlighting the significant contributions of women in this domain. Kristen shares her insightful experiences, from her initial foray into blogging to her decisive steps in launching Statusphere, motivated by a desire to rectify the inefficiencies she observed in the influencer marketing ecosystem.The conversation underscores the importance of adaptability and problem-solving as vital traits for entrepreneurs, revealing how Kristen strategically navigated the complexities of building her enterprise.Our discussion not only illuminates the essence of consumer-to-consumer marketing but also emphasizes the collective wisdom and empowerment that women bring to the entrepreneurial landscape.Our Guest This Week:Today we have a 🌟 Purpose-Led Architect of Influence🌟 in our midst! Kristen Wiley is the Founder & CEO of Statusphere, the leading micro-influencer platform purpose-built to scale consumer-to-consumer marketing. A former food blogger and brand manager, Kristen saw firsthand how broken the influencer marketing ecosystem was—and built the infrastructure she wished existed. Today, Statusphere serves hundreds of consumer brands by eliminating the friction of influencer campaign management, using 300+ first-party data points to match brands with perfectly aligned creators. Under her leadership, the company has become a pioneer in the next frontier of marketing—social search and C2C-led growth. Kristen is not just building software; she’s building the future of how brands scale trust, one real human at a time.Takeaways:Kristen discusses her journey of creating Statusphere, a platform aimed at revolutionizing influencer marketing.The conversation stresses the significance of problem-solving and adaptability in entrepreneurship, particularly in marketing.Listeners are encouraged to embrace their experiences and learn from mistakes as pivotal moments in their entrepreneurial journeys.Chapters:07:30 Defining Moments in the Journey of an Entrepreneur10:36 Starting a Company: Lessons Learned24:14 The Journey to Funding and Growth29:35 Navigating Product Market FitBurning Questions Answered:How can women founders scale without burning out?What role does inner work play in building a thriving company?Why is clarity of vision more powerful than any strategy?How do you redefine success beyond just revenue?Favorite Quotes:“You can’t build a business that’s bigger than your vision. Clarity is everything.”“Success for women founders isn’t just about scale—it’s about freedom, impact, and alignment.”Guest Offers & Contact Information:LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thekristenwiley/ LinkedIn eNewsletter - C2C Marketing Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6877360914174140416/ Website: https://www.joinstatus.com/Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity.YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nhSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good, especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s upcoming book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies.Learn more about A Force for Good:Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Growth Accelerator: https://aforceforgood.biz/accelerator/
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    35 mins
  • Navigating Fertility Challenges with Empathy and Innovation with Lauren Makler

    Navigating Fertility Challenges with Empathy and Innovation with Lauren Makler
    Mar 31 2026
    In this episode, I am joined by Lauren Makler, co-founder and CEO of Co Fertility, a transformative fertility ecosystem that seeks to revolutionize the processes of egg donation and preservation through a model grounded in humanity, equity, and transparency. Our discussion delves into the unique challenges women face in the realm of reproductive health and how Co Fertility addresses these issues by providing women the opportunity to freeze their eggs at no cost, thereby fostering accessibility and ethical practices in egg donation. Lauren shares her personal journey, which includes overcoming her own fertility challenges and how they influenced her drive to create a more compassionate family-building experience. We explore the concept of "falling in love with the problem," emphasizing the necessity for founders to remain resilient and committed to their mission, even in the face of adversity. Through this conversation, we aim to illuminate the vital importance of amplifying women's voices in business and healthcare, underscoring the transformative impact of women-led enterprises. Our Guest This Week: Lauren Makler is the Co-Founder and CEO of CoFertility, a groundbreaking fertility ecosystem reshaping egg donation and preservation with humanity, equity, and transparency. Before launching CoFertility, she was the founding General Manager of Uber Health, where she built and scaled the company’s healthcare arm from the ground up—expanding access to care for millions. After facing her own fertility challenges, Lauren combined her healthcare innovation experience and product leadership with personal conviction to create a more compassionate model for family building. Under her leadership, CoFertility introduced the revolutionary “Split” program, making egg donation more empowering, ethical, and accessible. Featured in Fast Company, Forbes, and TechCrunch, Lauren is a visionary proving that when business is led by empathy, it can scale with power, purpose, and transformative impact. Takeaways:In the realm of business, it is imperative to amplify women's voices and experiences, particularly in leadership roles. Lauren's innovative approach at Co Fertility seeks to transform the fertility landscape through equity and transparency. The significance of empathy in business practices is paramount, as it fosters a compassionate approach to customer experiences. Understanding the barriers to fertility access is crucial, and Co Fertility aims to address these challenges through their unique service offerings. Chapters: 00:15 Introducing the Host 06:02 The Journey of Empowerment and Transformation 11:18 The Journey of Egg Freezing and Donation 14:01 The Journey of Building a Fertility Startup 22:46 Navigating Challenges in Business: Resilience and Accountability 29:25 Understanding Fertility Challenges 31:23 The Role of Women in Reproductive Health and Equity Burning Questions Answered: 1. How do you build a business model that serves two completely different audiences — egg donors and intended parents? 2. What do you do when something goes wrong inside your company? 3. How do you navigate doubt while building something bold? 4. Why does empathy matter in business? Favorite Quotes: "Our setbacks are our setups." “When you’re obsessed with the problem, you don’t get precious about the solution.” Guest Offers & Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmakler LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cofertility/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/cofertility X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/cofertility Website: https://www.cofertility.com/ Follow the #WisdomOfWomen show for more inspiring stories and insights from trailblazing women founders, investors, and experts in growth and prosperity. YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yja3w7nh Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4tak8ajk Amazon Prime: https://tinyurl.com/366syddj Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdhananz RSS Feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/womengetfunded/ Coco Sellman, the host of #WisdomOfWomen, believes business is a force for good, especially with visionary women at the helm. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. As Founder & CEO of A Force for Good, Coco supports purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. A venture investor and board director, Coco’s upcoming book, *A Force for Good*, reveals a roadmap for women to lead high-impact, high-growth companies. Learn more about A Force for Good: Website: https://aforceforgood.biz/ Are Your GROWING or PLATEAUING? https://aforceforgood.biz/quiz/ FFG Tool of the Week: https://aforceforgood.biz/weekly-tool/ The Book: https://aforceforgood.biz/book/ Growth Accelerator: https://aforceforgood.biz/accelerator/
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