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WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk
Struggling with what to do next? Need honest realtalk cause you're tired of the curated highlight reels on the socials? And want strategies to get out of your own way?
Your host, Elaine Lou Cartas, a first-generation Filipino immigrant, is an award-winning Business and Executive Career Coach for women of color and allies. Elaine is like you - she’s been fired, quit jobs, changed careers three times, and been in debt. Elaine’s success story? She’s always done what’s true to herself and wants you to know it’s possible too. She’s a former grassroots organizer and nonprofit fundraiser who raised $11 million.
LA Weekly awarded Elaine as the #1 Thought Leader in 2023, and MSN recognized her as the Best Leadership & Executive Coach in 2024. Elaine has online courses with LinkedIn, Duke, Brown, Penn and USC.
On the WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk™ Podcast (formerly known as the Color Your Dreams podcast), Elaine reminds you that your definition of happiness in work and life can evolve. Elaine's podcast guests include team members, clients, friends, and even family members who discuss real challenges and how they honored their own voices. As a business owner and career leader, this podcast is here to help you overcome overwhelm, while protecting your peace. So bring your coffee, tea, or boba for some realtalk every other Thursday! @elainelou_ // www.elainelou.com
WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk
114: My 1st Place Pitch Replay from SCMSDC + How I Hit My 2024 Revenue by May
What We Cover in This Episode:
Replay + Breakdown of My SCMSDC #1 Pitch (& why that wasn’t even my goal)
This episode isn’t just for business owners, it’s for leaders, job seekers, and anyone navigating relationships (yes, even the hard conversations with loved ones). Whether:
- You're pitching an idea at your next team meeting
- Prepping for a job interview
- Or presenting to a client
This episode is your reminder that pitching isn’t just about “selling,” it’s about being understood.
🎧 Listen in for the replay of the pitch that won me first place at the SCMSDC competition and the real story behind it. You'll hear:
- The full 2-minute pitch
- My strategy and thought process behind each line
- How I actually hit my entire 2024 revenue goal by May 2025 and increased profit by 41%
- What I cut, what I focused on, and how I’ve stayed true to my values through it all
Resources Mentioned:
- Download the free Team Dashboard: elainelou.com/dashboard
- Episode 5: Time & Energy Management to Get Your Life Back | Listen on Apple or Spotify
- Episode 23: How to Get Clients with Ease Through Referrals & Renewals | Listen on Apple or Spotify
Where We Can Connect:
Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it’s a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/call
Check out our 320 client reviews
Follow the Podcast on Apple
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Follow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_
Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou Cartas
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