Elevation Nation
Elevation Nation is a movement to shape resilient leaders by elevating mental fortitude.
Join Sam Panitch and Parker Yablon each week as they sit down with a new Elevator: a bold thinker, creator, or leader who’s using mental fortitude to overcome adversity, lead with purpose, and make an impact.
From entrepreneurs and pro athletes to musicians, wellness experts, and changemakers, Elevators come from all walks of life - but they all have one thing in common: mental fortitude that helps them thrive in the real world.
Elevation Nation
Protect Your Peace, Pursue Your Purpose | Kayla Schreibstein - Host of Friends of Kayla
Elevator No. 207: Kayla Schreibstein is a seasoned tech sales pro turned community-builder, storyteller, and host of the podcast Friends of Kayla. Beyond her 9 to 5, she’s redefining success through intimate Shabbat dinners, cultural conversations, and passion projects that center around identity and connection.
In this conversation, Kayla shares how embracing her Jewish identity and protecting her peace led to deeper purpose. She opens up about navigating side hustles, setting boundaries, and creating spaces for authenticity, reminding us that fulfillment doesn’t come from doing it all, it comes from doing what matters most.
Chapters
02:41
The Journey of Side Hustles
06:27
The Impact of Networking and Influencers
12:50
The Birth of Friends of Kayla
18:20
Embracing Identity and Purpose
23:14
Defining Success in Podcasting
25:54
Cultural Exchange Through Shabbat Dinners
28:20
The Importance of Welcoming Judaism
30:39
Challenging Anti-Semitism and Embracing Identity
33:42
Future Aspirations for Friends of Kayla
36:37
Rapid Fire Questions and Kayla's Mental Motto
