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Hi everyone! Just look at what an amazing title the author puts on my interview: "Women Leaders Of Real Estate The 5 Things You Need To Succeed In The Industry”. I’m not a feminist at all, but what I like most about the modern world is that women are no longer on the sidelines. Recent movies prove it: "Wonder Woman," "Mad Max: Fury Road," "The Hunger Games," "Cold Heart," and "Barbie". All of these women, including the actresses and directors, are changing the world of cinema and nurturing a new generation without prejudice. In the post, I share my insights on the ways of managing and challenging teams: https://goo.su/UutHeS Put heart if you believe in girl power) 

Tomorrow, our episode featuring Christian McKenzie 🇯🇲 will be released, where she discusses the challenges of growing up in an immigrant household, adapting to a new culture, and navigating the lack of guidance for pursuing a non-traditional career. Starting her career as a retail buyer for Macy's, Christian's passion for supporting founders propelled her into the world of venture capital and consumer goods. Her immigrant background instilled in her a strong work ethic and determination that drove her to excel in her career, always striving to make a meaningful impact. Christian's journey was not without obstacles. Faced with the challenge of transitioning into venture capital, she took a proactive approach by meticulously researching firms and networking with industry professionals. Her resilience shone through as she cold-emailed hundreds of people, leveraging shared experiences and offering value in return. This strategic networking not only opened doors for her but also solidified her belief that success comes from seizing opportunities and creating value for others. Today, Christian is making waves in the venture capital world and is a champion for diversity in the industry, where Black women make up only 1% of venture capitalists. She is using her platform to amplify the voices of underrepresented groups. Christian's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the importance of community, and the limitless possibilities that await those who dare to dream big and work hard. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with a true immigrant leader who is reshaping the landscape of venture capital. #resiliency #venturecapitalist #immigrantstories

It’s International Women’s Day! If you don’t know already, everyone at Sales UpRising loves to celebrate the wins of entrepreneurs, may they be rocking a thriving business or just starting out. This IWD, we’re thrilled to take a moment and honor all of the ladies that are making a name for themselves in their industries and changing the way women are seen in the world of business! Recently, Wells Fargo Newsroom released an article that offered several stats about women-owned businesses in our post pandemic world. We’d love to share some of the exciting information we learned from their well-researched publication. From 2019-2023, women have taken things up a notch in the business world. In fact, during the pandemic when many male-owned businesses were closing doors or losing revenue, women were opening even more businesses than were closing, and increased their revenue immensely. In fact, women outpaced men by 94.3% for number of firms, 252.8% for employment, and 82.0% for revenue. On top of that, half a million women owned businesses that earned between $250,000 and $999,999 grew their revenue by 30% allowing them to inch closer to millionaire earnings. Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino women-owned businesses increased at an even faster rate as we entered the post-pandemic world. So, let’s give the ladies a round of applause for being true rockstars when adversity struck and helping to set the pace for the business world as we move past the pandemic. The future is bright for women, and we’re excited to see what the upcoming years bring! If you’d like to read more about, check out the full article from the Wells Fargo Newsroom here: https://lnkd.in/eNGMMERP #SalesUpRising #businesscoach #salescoach #salescoaching #businessgrowth #businesswoman #girlboss #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

Shontay Lundy, CEO and founder of Black Girl Sunscreen, turned a personal challenge into an industry revolution. Frustrated by the lack of sunscreen products for Black women, she launched Black Girl Sunscreen and recently achieved $1.1 million in sales within just three months. Shontay’s journey is a powerful reminder that we are not only trendsetters but also trailblazers and industry leaders. Video credit: Walgreens #BlackInnovationAlliance #DecadeofBlackInnovation #BlackInnovators #Blackcreators #Blackentrepreneurs #successstories #Entrepreneurs

Before our Dames founder, Meghann Conter, broke through to six figures, she realized she was "fishing in the wrong ponds," and her network mirrored her lack of growth. The local experts were sharing the same strategies, experiencing similar growth ceilings, and offering little that challenged her.  Not only did Meghann lack the role models she was craving, but she also began believing they didn't exist. So, she paused local networking for 18 months and built a new approach. Leveraging her branding and marketing expertise, she developed strategic relationships with power partners aligned with her desired clients. She also began seeking introductions to women running high-six and seven-figure companies.  The more women she met running higher revenue businesses, the less “different” or “intimidated” she felt by them. She connected deeply and realized they didn’t have superpowers, two brains, or eight limbs.  By taking a genuine interest in their stories and facilitating connections to support their missions, Meghann prioritized serving others first. This shift is what forged these deep impactful bonds; she served them before ever expecting anything in return. This approach is what propelled rapid growth in Denver, ultimately leading to The Dames' transformation into the global community you see today.  #thedames #servethemfirst #rapidgrowth #genuineconnection #peertopeersupport #supportivegrowth #businessgrowth #expansion #womenwholead

It’s International Women’s Day! If you don’t know already, everyone at Sales UpRising loves to celebrate the wins of entrepreneurs, may they be rocking a thriving business or just starting out. This IWD, we’re thrilled to take a moment and honor all of the ladies that are making a name for themselves in their industries and changing the way women are seen in the world of business! Recently, Wells Fargo Newsroom released an article that offered several stats about women-owned businesses in our post pandemic world. We’d love to share some of the exciting information we learned from their well-researched publication. From 2019-2023, women have taken things up a notch in the business world. In fact, during the pandemic when many male-owned businesses were closing doors or losing revenue, women were opening even more businesses than were closing, and increased their revenue immensely. In fact, women outpaced men by 94.3% for number of firms, 252.8% for employment, and 82.0% for revenue. On top of that, half a million women owned businesses that earned between $250,000 and $999,999 grew their revenue by 30% allowing them to inch closer to millionaire earnings. Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino women-owned businesses increased at an even faster rate as we entered the post-pandemic world. So, let’s give the ladies a round of applause for being true rockstars when adversity struck and helping to set the pace for the business world as we move past the pandemic. The future is bright for women, and we’re excited to see what the upcoming years bring! If you’d like to read more about, check out the full article from the Wells Fargo Newsroom here: https://lnkd.in/eR6VwsXY #SalesUpRising #businesscoach #salescoach #salescoaching #businessgrowth #businesswoman #girlboss #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

March; Women in History Month. #homeimprovement #girlpower #industryexperts Following the same strategies but expecting better results? I challenge you leaders in the home improvement space to tap into 70 collective years of experience to help transform your business outcomes. Ryanne Millis - Recruiter - Home Improvement Industry and team at Brix Recruiting will help find qualified leaders to fill gaps. Heather Mason and the Modernize team will help generate qualified HI leads, Natalie Kollman at Target Media can help build a successful marketing strategy, Mariann Carlson, yes, moi, will make the phones SING, generating even more phone leads, help clone your best customers, track your ROI, facilitate team development to set more in-home appointments, and last, but certainly not least, comes Stephanie Green, the Happiness Manager at Destination Motivation to help your Sales teams close more deals! #resultsdriven

Introducing 🔆 THIS IS HOW WE DO IT*: the real, revelatory stories of what it takes to get our best work into the world, straight from the source—the people who made it possible. To celebrate our 20th year as 72andSunny, this new series spotlights an eclectic mix of current employees. Spanning from 1 to 20 years of tenure, you’ll be hearing from a cross-section of our history, offices, disciplines, and backgrounds. This series is all about building excitement and inspiration for what’s next, while honoring the people, the work and the lessons that have made this place what it is today. For the debut feature of THIS IS HOW WE DO IT, we couldn’t think of anyone more fitting than 72’s Global CEO, Evin Shutt - the first employee that our founders hired 20 (!!) years ago. 1) Evin’s Work Pick: Bugaboo Day Trips (our first client, ever!) 🫶 Kari Boiler 2) The Lesson: Should Do, Not Could Do 3) Evin’s AND: 72andFamily #72x20 #THISISHOWWEDOIT

"If someone comes to you with a gold-plated resume, but does not share your core values, DO NOT hire them. They could have the greatest experience in the world, but they will be a cancer to your organization and your team." — Kendra Scott Wow. So many leaders have shared with me their regret of bringing on the wrong hires, but none have articulated this hard lesson as clearly as Kendra has. Designer, founder, and philanthropist Kendra Scott started her company with only $500 just three months after her first son was born, and after a first failed business. The jewelry mogul we all know and love today, had her fair share of "thanks, but no thanks"; starting by going door-to-door to Austin boutiques armed only with a tea box full of her jewelry. While she never wanted to get into direct retail with the brand, the 2008 financial crisis hit, and the stores she was selling wholesale to ended up shutting down left and right. Bigger department stores were moving in the direction of creating their own private labels, instead of working with designers like Kendra. This was a wake-up call. What she calls a "shake the snow-globe moment". She knew she had to build direct relationships with her customers. And so she did. Known for her dynamic use of color and genuine materials, Kendra’s commitment to innovation, quality, and detail won over loyal fans, media, and celebrities alike; defining the 'affordable luxury' category. Years later, private equity firm Berkshire Partners invested in the company at a valuation of more than $1 billion. Today, with over 2,000 employees, Kendra Scott boasts a thriving e-commerce business and over 100 standalone stores and has expanded beyond fashion jewelry into the categories of fine jewelry, home décor, and beauty. And yes, this Christmas, you'll be sure to see long lines of women queuing up all around the stores to have a piece of their own Kendra Scott! -- 🎙️For more tactical business strategies by Kendra, tune in to this week's episode on Billion Dollar Moves Podcast. Link in comments🔗 -- This was an excerpt from my conversation with Kendra at our last Beyond The Billion® (launched as The Billion Dollar Fund for Women®) convening in Austin brought to you by Brown Advisory. #womeninleadership #femalefunders #femalefounders #investment #privateequity

What’s your demographic? Unicorns. Sorry, WHAT?!?👀 I want to be talking to the general demographic of unicorns.🦄 The disrupters. The rebels. The people who stand out in their industry. Because they are my kind of people. They’re not afraid to make some noise. They don’t like numbers, but they know they need help putting their numbers to good use. So, when someone asks who I want to work with… The answer is unicorns.🦄 What’s yours? #Creatives #IndustryLeaders #wellbalancedUK