Crafting Your Story: The Journey from Artist to Entrepreneur with Kimberly Gilroy, Co-Founder of Alfa Charlie (S8:Epi 222)

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kimberly Gilroy, co-founder of Alfa Charlie, to discuss her journey from artist to entrepreneur. Kimberly shares her passion for creating something uniquely her own and helping others uncover and share their authentic stories. Her ability to find strength in simplicity highlights the importance of stepping back from our complex, high-tech world and reconnecting with what truly matters. Whether working with a business owner seeking to refresh their brand or a startup ready to make a global impact, Alfa Charlie’s mission is clear: to guide clients through uncertainty, helping them refine their brand identity, clarify their purpose, and map out their future direction.   If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT Kimberly Gilroy LinkedIn: Kimberly Gilroy Website: Alfa Charlie   Alfa Charlie Story ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Tammy Nevin, Founder of Happy Sol Wellness, who turned her passion for self-care into a thriving wellness company. Tammy shares her journey of transformation, the joys and challenges of entrepreneurship, and how focusing on her own wellness became the foundation for helping others do the same. This is a celebration of purpose, passion, and the power of putting yourself first. Tammy created Happy Sol with a vision: to make wellness accessible, affordable, and easy to incorporate into everyday life. Inspired by her own need for flexible, at-home solutions, Tammy set out to build a brand that makes wellness not only approachable but genuinely fun. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment. MORE ABOUT TAMMY NEVIN LinkedIn: Tammy Nevin Website: Happy Sol Wellness Instagram: @Happysolwi Facebook: @happysolwellness TikTok: @happysolwellness More about Tammy’s journey and Happy Sol: The Story Exchange ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Jacqueline Hofste, Leadership Coach and Best-Selling Author, about emotional intelligence and navigating life’s challenges with strength and flexibility. Discover how being committed to your goals while releasing attachment to specific outcomes can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Whether you’re chasing a career milestone, building a business, or seeking inner peace, this conversation will equip you with tools to stay grounded, bounce back from setbacks, and transform challenges into opportunities. Tune in to cultivate resilience and live a purpose-driven, joyful life. Jacqueline is a highly experienced ontological leadership coach who supports others in their quest to become confident, authentic and intuitive leaders who find deep meaning and purpose in their work. A background in senior corporate leadership roles combined with a master’s degree in physics and coaching qualifications ensure she brings a unique combination of science, intuitive leadership practices and ontology to her role as coach and facilitator for transformative outcomes. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT JACQUELINE HOFSTE LinkedIn: Jacqueline Hofste  Website: Enheduana      Podcast/YouTube:  Leading with Influence Book: The Free Spirit of Your Life Purpose ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sheena Yap Chan, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, keynote speaker, strategist, and award-winning podcaster renowned for her expertise in elevating leadership and self-confidence through media. Her debut book, The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within, is a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller. It is also recognized as one of the top 20 best self-confidence books of all time by Book Authority. Sheena is dedicated to closing the gender confidence gap through her training and programs, aiming to elevate women into leadership roles across all industries. She has delivered impactful speeches for organizations like Live Nation, NASA, and UKG, sharing her insights on self-confidence and leadership. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT  LinkedIn: Sheena Yap Chan Website: Sheena Yap Chan Webside: The Tao of Self-Confidence Podcast: The Tao of Self-Confidence FREE Confidence Quiz Books: The Tao of Self-Confidence: A Guide to Moving Beyond Trauma and Awakening the Leader Within Bridging the Confidence Gap ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Natoshia Anderson, CEO & Founder Nerdy Brain, STEM Advocate, and Author, about her journey from Mechanical Engineer turned award-winning STEM educator and STEM gender equity/diversity and inclusion advocate. She explores the power of setting boundaries and openly communicating them with those around you and the importance of being confident in sharing your story and standing firm in your personal truths. Dr. Anderson, has an incredible background in STEM and STEM Education. She has been able to parlay her career as a Mechanical Engineer, Engineering and Math Educator, and CEO of Nerdy STEM Queens, for the advancement of STEM in many different areas including a podcast, STEMming in Stilettos, that highlights the stories of women of color in STEM. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT  LinkedIn: Dr. Natoshia Anderson Website: The Nerdy Brain Podcast: Stemming in Stilettos BOOKS: ABC Engineering Book  London Gets Curious  Empowered: A Black Girl’s Guide to Building Self-Esteem ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Leslie Gordon Christie, Entrepreneur and CEO of BUFFnationa, about her journey from broadcasting to fitness and personal development and her passion for helping others. Leslie shares powerful insights on mindset, visualization, and affirmations to achieve personal goals. She reminds us that growth comes with challenges, but progress matters more than perfection. Leslie has more than two decades of experience in the entrepreneurship space and has worked with some of the best motivational speakers in the personal development world. Leslie is also a Certified Consultant with the Proctor Gallagher Institute, a Culinary Nutrition Specialist, and a certified personal trainer and lifestyle coach. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT  LinkedIn: Leslie Gordon Christie Website: We Are BUFF Nation Book: “Power of Awareness,” by Neville Goddard ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with IIana Wechsler, Founder of Teach Traffic and Pay Per Click Marketing expert about her transition from the corporate world to forging her path as an entrepreneur. She dives into her journey of resilience and grit, sharing hard-won insights on creating opportunities where luck can find you and developing the courage to overcome self-doubt. From building multiple income streams to pushing through fears and embracing new challenges, she shares her blueprint for success and offers valuable tips. Ilana Wechsler is a Pay Per Click (PPC) Marketing Professional with over 15 years’ experience in Information Technology working for many large international corporations. She started her career as a Data Analyst and transitioned to becoming a full-fledged PPC expert. She has worked at many of the global financial institutions but switched when she finally gave in to her passion for PPC, IT, and entrepreneurship. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT ILANA WECHSLER LinkedIn: Ilana Wechsler Website: Teach Traffic YouTube: Teach TrafficInstagram: teachtraffic1   ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Lisa Carlin, Founder of The Turbochargers (formally Future Builders Group) about her journey in transforming workplace culture and becoming an impactful change leader. Change leadership, she emphasizes, goes beyond simply implementing processes; it's rooted in a commitment to self-reflection, curiosity, and asking open-ended questions that drive deeper insights. Lisa highlights the importance of focusing not only on the bottom line but also on cultivating growth within individuals, oneself, and the broader community. Lisa is a Strategy Execution Specialist, helping business leaders navigate challenging environments to turn their ambitious goals into reality. She offers consulting, coaching, and training to ensure long-term success, including execution-focused bootcamps for leaders. She’s the author of TURBOCHARGE WEEKLY, a newsletter reaching 8,000 business leaders. Lisa also runs the Turbochargers Hub, a resource center for mastering strategy execution. Her career includes roles at McKinsey and Accenture, then founding her own business since 1999. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT LISA CARLIN LinkedIn: Lisa Carlin Website: The Turbochargers YouTube: The Turbochargers FREE – Discover your Strategy Execution Superpowers FREE - 17 Top Transformation Tips   ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Danielle Hendon, Founder and CFO of 4 Corners CFO, about her entrepreneurial journey. Her experience has taught her that you shouldn’t be everyone’s problem-solver — it's about becoming the hero of your own story. There’s a power of curiosity, exploring the 'what ifs' that push us to ask bigger questions and unlock new paths. Get ready to embrace a fearless mindset, taking calculated risks and setting yourself up for challenges ahead. Forget the 'work hard, play hard' myth. Danielle believes in living a life balanced by meaningful work, smart decisions, and connecting with others. Danielle empowers business owners to pay themselves what they’re worth and continue to put more profit in their pocket every year. She does this by helping business owners understand their financial numbers and WHY they move. Armed with that understanding, they can intentionally grow their profits. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT DANIELLE HENDON LinkedIn: Danielle Hendon Website: 4 Corners CFO FREE GUIDE for Sweet but Fearless Listeners  ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sheila Buswell, CEO/Co-Founder Buswell Biomedical and best-selling author, about her journey to founding Buswell BioMedical and the need for us to own our power and remove negative self-talk.  Shelia provides practical solutions to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you overcome challenges, reclaim your self-worth, and confidently claim your place at any table you choose. Sheila Buswell is the CEO/ Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical. She developed the concept for the Upward Mobility in 2018 and started Buswell Biomedical with her husband, Gregg, in 2019. Sheila completed her Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Saint Louis University in 2015. She also contributed to the book “Growth”, which was published on August 4, 2022. If you found this episode inspiring, please subscribe, like, and leave a comment.   MORE ABOUT SHELIA BUSWELL: LinkedIn: Sheila Buswell Website: Buswell Biomedical Book: "Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business" FREE audiobook chapter or PDF chapter of “Is This Seat for Me?”  ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless