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Entrepreneur Encounter
We’re Dana Johnson and Sara Lowell hosts of Entrepreneur Encounter, a growing and thriving entrepreneur podcast dedicated to soft skills development and we’re so grateful you found us. We started this podcast to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you feel more empowered, thrive, and be fulfilled as you reach your entrepreneur goals.
We interview experts and thought leaders so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of yourself you’ve never seen before.
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Episodes
105 episodes
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How to Protect Your Passion and Mental Health as an Entrepreneur
Ever feel like your creativity gets lost in the hustle of entrepreneurship? Or like the thing you once loved now feels like a burden? You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into what it really means to create not just for business, but for ...
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From Self-Doubt to Empowerment: Building Confidence and Resilience in the Digital Space
What happens when self-doubt collides with purpose? In this heartfelt conversation, we get real about the often-unspoken truths of entrepreneurship. From tackling imposter syndrome to embracing the discomfort of growth, we share how building co...
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From Daily Habits to Lasting Impact: How Self-Awareness Fuels Success
Have you ever felt stuck, like you’re pouring effort into something with no visible results? It’s frustrating, right? But what if success works like a bamboo tree, growing beneath the surface for years before being a success overnight? The jour...
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How Customer Service Drives Your Business
No matter the industry you’re in, you will always interact with people. Customer Service is more than checking off to-do lists or sending a monthly email update, customer service is what drives your business. On your journey as an entrepreneur,...
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Rewriting Your Identity: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Building a Business You Believe In
The biggest challenge in entrepreneurship isn’t the strategy, it’s believing in yourself. When you step into the unknown, self-doubt creeps in, imposter syndrome tells you you’re not ready, and the fear of failure will hold you back. <...
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Balancing Creativity and Productivity: Time Management Strategies for Entrepreneurs
We’ve all heard the term time management—but how well are you actually managing your time? Think about the projects on your plate, the clients you work with, and all the moving pieces that go into planning.Today, we’re sitting d...
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From Wardrobe to Personal Brand: Style Tips for Confidence, Networking, and Success
“I think a soft skill is being judgment free too. You know, letting people know we all have our stories….I'm not judging you. I just want you to feel the best.” Tara WilliamsHow often do you look in your wardrobe and over...
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Mastering Soft Skills and Systems: How Visionary Entrepreneurs Can Scale with Smart Delegation
“But systems should generally be done first before you bring in that person to maintain the department.” Arianna TenineShe saw that no matter what you do in your business, you need a foundation. More often than not, entrepreneurs have ma...
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Entrepreneurship & Wealth Building: Mastering Cash Flow, Investing, and Business Strategy
“But if you really take care of them and create a system for where they're very well rewarded, they're part of this, they're part of the growth, you grow, they grow, and you bring other elements into it.” M.C. Laubscher Ins...
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The Art of Speaking: A Business Strategy
“Consider speaking as part of a broader business strategy, not just a standalone service” - Blair Bryant NicholsIn this episode, we welcome Blair Bryant Nichols. He shares insights on leveraging speaking engagements to grow a business, d...
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Investing In Personal Growth is Essential for Entrepreneurs
“Continuous improvement can lead to significant business growth” - Mickie KennedyIn this episode, we welcome Mickie Kennedy. We dive into his journey as an entrepreneur, the importance of self-awareness, effective management, and custome...
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Open-Mindedness Leads to Better Collaboration and Innovation
“Generational differences can impact workplace dynamics” - Amy WarthamIn this episode, we welcome Amy Wartham. We dive into the critical role of soft skills in both personal and professional contexts. There are a few soft skills that are...
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Transforming Patient Care Through Communication
“Team dynamics can be challenging, especially in a predominantly female environment” - Terri PaigeIn this episode, Terri Paige, shares her journey as a healthcare entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of soft skills, effective communi...
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Empathy, Alignment, and Authenticity: The Keys to Standing Out in Business
“Look for opportunities to shout each other out. It's a lovely, beautiful thing when it starts to happen.” - Cynthia HayesIn this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Hayes, the owner of Liger Marketing, to discuss the power of brand therap...
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Practical Steps to Achieve Self-Acceptance and Radiate Confidence
"You are a magnet when you are yourself." - Anne-Sophie ReinhardtIn this episode we welcome Anne-Sophie Reinhardt, a mind-body coach dedicated to helping women embrace body positivity and self-acceptance. We dive into the challenges of b...
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Power Couples: Balancing Business and Marriage The Power of Delegation and Automation
“We use the acronym ADE: Automate, Delegate, Eliminate. Of the tasks not in your sweet spot or zone of genius, what can you automate, delegate, or eliminate? That’s how you stay productive and focused on what truly matters” - Robert and Kay Lee...
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Finding Balance: Mastering Time Management and Self-Care
“We are worthy of it, and we need it.”- Felicia BaughIn this episode of Entrepreneur Encounter, we dive into two critical aspects of entrepreneurship: prioritizing tasks effectively and embracing self-care. From overcoming decis...
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Empathy and Tough Calls: How to Navigate Challenging Workplace Situations
“Avoiding hard conversations doesn’t solve problems. It’s about approaching them with honesty, respect, and a clear focus on finding solutions.” - Mark Lumpkin In this episode of Entrepreneur Encounter, we sit down with Mar...
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Navigating Business Challenges with Honesty and Clarity
“It's about the exchange of possibilities.” - Aleksa AishpurIn this episode, we discuss the essential elements of running a successful business, focusing on productivity, self-honesty, and the importance of building strong relationships....
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21:43
How to Take Action and Stay Focused on Goals as an Entrepreneur
"Everything you do has to be absolutely authentic to you." - Kjrestin KleinIn this episode, we have a talk with entrepreneur Kjrestin Klein to uncover powerful insights for anyone navigating the entrepreneurial journey. They dive into wh...
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Boosting Business Productivity with AI Tools
“Save up to 3 hours a day, 15 hours a week, and 70 hours a month using AI tools” - Kinsey SoderbergIn this episode, Kinsey Soderberg, host of Feel Good Social and Authentic AI, dives into how AI tools can boost business...
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Embracing the Imperfections of Entrepreneurship
"Just do it messy; don’t wait for perfection because growth comes with action." - Bonnie ConradIn this episode, we chat with Bonnie Conrad, a digital marketing expert and business owner, about the realities of entrepreneurship, navigatin...
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25:38
How to Improve Workplace Communication: Open Conversations for Better Team Performance
"If you're working on a team or with a partner, the only way to resolve conflict is between the two of you. Walking away doesn’t solve anything, it just creates more friction." – Grace GavinIn this episode, we chat with Grace Ga...
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Empowering Kids with AI: Advocating, Learning, and Growing Together
“We’re in a world where AI is like the car just being introduced—so many models are coming out, and most won’t make it. We’re still figuring out what works." -Amber Ivey In this episode, Amber Ivey joins us. We all know technology i...
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26:46
The Power of Empathy: How Authentic Leadership Drives Impact
"You have to live out the change you want to see in the workplace. If you're not showing the next generation how it's done, it won’t change." - Larissa Mañón MervinIn this episode, we talk with Larissa Mañón Mervin, a regional manager of...
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