The One Question That Can Change Your Entire January (S10:Epi 270)
Release Date: 01/05/2026
Energy Leadership: How Your Mindset Shapes Your Impact with Johanna Danaher, founder of Anchor to Aspire (S10:Epi 285)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Johanna Danaher, founder of Anchor to Aspire, for a thoughtful conversation on what it really means to lead with intention and energy leadership. Together, they explore human-centered design in leadership, starting with one simple but often overlooked skill: listening to understand. Johanna challenges leaders to go beyond surface-level responses (like “fine” aka feelings inside not expressed) and instead create space for honesty and connection. They also dive into Energy Leadership, how you’re fueled each day,...
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What Do You Want to Be Known For? With Bridget Sicsko, Co-Founder of Visibility on Purpose (S10:Epi 284)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Bridget Sicsko, Brand Strategist, Speaker, and Consultant, for a conversation on building a brand that actually reflects who you are and what you want to be known for. They dig into a simple but often overlooked question: when someone lands on your LinkedIn or website, is it immediately clear who you are and what you stand for? Bridget shares how taking a thoughtful audit of your digital presence can help you shape the narrative you want others to see and why clarity is the foundation of any strong personal brand. As...
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Self-Awareness for Success: Carmell Clark on Trusting Yourself and Leading with Purpose (S10:Epi 283)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Carmell Clark, Executive Coach and Vision Strategist, for a conversation about trusting yourself, leaning into your strengths, and doing work that truly fulfills you. Carmell shares how paying attention to what energizes you can help guide better choices in both career and life, and why meaningful change starts from within. It’s an inspiring reminder to stop waiting and start creating the future you want now. Carmell is the founder of the Center for Transformational Influence (CTI), an organization that works...
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Leadership Development: Understanding Lazy Leadership with Corinne Gavlinski, CEO and Found of The Gav Group (S10:Epi 282)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Corinne Gavlinski, CEO and Founder of The GAV Group, about what it really takes to lead with intention in high-pressure environments. With over two decades of experience in financial services and health tech, Corinne shares how she built and scaled commercial teams while navigating demanding growth goals and constant pressure. But it was a personal loss that sparked a deeper reflection, shifting how she saw herself as a leader and how she shows up for others. Together, they explore the importance of lifting up your...
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Know Your Worth with Judge Janet Kintner (S10:Epi 281)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Janet Kintner, a pioneering lawyer and judge who helped break barriers in San Diego, California, while raising three children and managing a full and busy home life. In this candid conversation, Janet reflects on her groundbreaking career, including the pivotal moment in 1978 when she was forced to run in an election to keep her judicial seat. Janet shares her experiences navigating law school, the challenges of working in a male-dominated field, and the resilience it took to keep moving forward. She also opens up...
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Communicating while Female with Dr. Kate Mason (S10:Epi 280)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Kate Mason, author of Powerfully Likable, about what it really means to communicate as a woman in today’s workplace. Too often, women feel like they have to choose, be powerful or be likable. But what if you didn’t have to? Kate shares how the way we communicate trains others how to trust us and why understanding who you are is key to stepping into leadership with confidence. This conversation challenges the idea of either/or and introduces a more powerful approach, being both strong and genuinely likable....
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Building Confidence: Why Courage and Relationships Matter in Your Career with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media (S10:Epi 279)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media, about confidence and how it’s built through courage. Confidence doesn’t appear overnight; it grows each time you step outside your comfort zone and do something you haven’t done before. They discuss why courage is the foundation of confidence, and how taking small, bold actions can expand what you believe is possible for yourself. The conversation also explores the power of relationships at work and why who you know, and who knows about you, can be just as important as what...
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Designing Your Life in Seasons: Setting Intentional Goals with Chanda Coston, Success Strategist with Chanda Coston, Success Strategist (S10:Epi 278)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Chanda Coston, Personal PMP and Success Strategist, about how women over 40 can build businesses by leveraging the experiences they’ve gathered over time. With a background that spans the U.S. Navy and corporate America, Chanda explains how every role, challenge, and lesson becomes part of what she calls a “shoebox of experiences” that can be used to create new opportunities. In this conversation, Chanda challenges the pressure of hustle culture and encourages women to be smarter about how they spend their time....
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Living by the Mantras: Small Phrases, Big Shifts with author Colleen Souza (S10:Epi 277)
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In this inspiring episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with leadership coach and educator Colleen Souza, author of Living by the Mantras, as she shares how small, intentional words can create powerful shifts. She invites us to live with greater purpose, one mantra at a time. A nationally recognized educator turned real estate leader, speaker, author, and podcaster, Colleen has spent decades guiding others with honesty, clarity, and practical insight. Her advice is grounded and refreshingly real, the kind that comes from experience, resilience, and a conscious choice...
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You Don’t Have to Do It Alone: The Power of Community After 50 with Sheronda Rochelle JD, MFA (S10:Epi 276)
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Sheronda Rochelle about career reinvention, bold pivots, and redefining yourself in your 50s and beyond. Sheronda shares her career journey and why she’s passionate about helping women over 50 reimagine what’s next. They explore the power of support systems, friendships, and why you don’t have to reinvent your life alone. Sheronda also introduces her newest endeavor, Revelre, (Relatable, Evolve, Elevate, Rediscovery) a membership community that brings businesswomen together through meaningful, dinner-based...
info_outlineIn this episode with Cooper Alexander and Mary Sullivan, co-founders of Sweet but Fearless, celebrate the start of a new year and creating a Rebuild Plan for the new year, one you can build in just 15 minutes and actually stick to.
Cooper and Mary will take you through planning your January the RX3 way: Reflect → Research → Rebuild. No “new year, new me” pressure. No trying to change everything at once. Just a calmer, clearer way to move forward.
Because most January plans don’t fail from lack of motivation, they fail from overload. Too many goals. Too much change. Not enough structure.
Instead, you’ll focus on one powerful question: What’s the ONE thing that, if strengthened, would make everything else easier?
That’s your catalyst goal. One steady anchor. One place to start.
Grab your coffee, open your notebook, and rebuild January with clarity, not chaos!
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