Summary

In this episode of the Power of Us podcast, host Azure Gray engages with Kiana Davis, CEO of MYB Mind Your Business Accounting, discussing her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship. Kiana shares her experiences overcoming fear, the importance of mentorship, and her unique leadership style. The conversation emphasizes the significance of embracing failure, redefining work-life balance, and celebrating achievements as women leaders.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Journeys

02:22 Overcoming Fear in Entrepreneurship

09:10 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

11:40 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool

14:11 Redefining Work-Life Balance

19:40 Leadership Style and Team Dynamics

22:05 Role of Mentorship in Career Growth

30:28 Life Lessons and Authentic Living

In this episode of the Power of Us podcast, host Aszure Gray engages with Mary Beth Oaks, CEO of Business Furniture, discussing the complexities of leadership, the importance of empathy, and the evolving landscape for female leaders. Mary Beth shares her insights on balancing personal and professional life, the significance of communication, and the lessons learned from navigating fear and difficult decisions. The conversation emphasizes the value of continuous learning and the role of curiosity in personal and professional growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Journeys

01:28 The Illusion of Balance in Leadership

05:29 Empathy as a Leadership Cornerstone

09:25 Essential Traits for Female Leaders

15:01 Navigating Fear and Decision-Making

19:13 Lessons from Difficult Decisions

25:28 The Role of Failure in Growth

32:51 The Evolution of Female Leadership

36:55 Continuous Learning and Development

41:03 Curiosity as a Life Lesson