After 40 episodes, I decided to hit "stop" on "Share Of Voice" -- find out why. I hope this serves as inspiration for anyone out there who feels it’s time for a vibe check when it comes to their careers or projects. Produced by Dear Media

As founder and leadership development coach at Mindfulness Matters, Samara Zelniker is dedicated to helping leaders reach their infinite potential. With over a decade of experience in wellness, she is passionate about building emotionally intelligent leaders through tools in mindfulness and neuroscience.   Samara is an SIY certified teacher, the leadership and development program born at Google, a certified coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and has been featured as a...

Benjamin Easter is the Founder and Head Coach at Lucid Shift Coaching, where he helps freedom-seekers to develop the resources, strategies and mindsets they need to build authentic businesses so that they can experience more meaning, fulfillment and impact. Throughout my work with Ben, he has taught me to shift my mindset in the most powerful ways, from adopting an abundance mindset to the magic of believing things, and then seeing them. In this episode, I share the 4 main principles and...

Melanie Masarin is the founder of Ghia, a non-alcoholic aperitif designed to change the way we think about drinking and socializing. Ghia is meant to create an aperitivo hour, inviting everyone to the table and transporting you to a place of simple pleasures and connection (without numbing the night).    Melanie is the recipient of a Forbes 30 under 30 (2018; e-comm & retail) award and since launch last summer, Ghia has been praised by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Vogue, and...

Violet Grey is a beauty empire that has reached iconic status and is known as the Hollywood authority, thanks to its hybrid of rich content and commerce. It's known for its editorial content, its "Violet Code" approved label that deems beauty brands worthy, and for its fearless founder, Cassandra Grey, who has become an icon in her own right. We chat about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur today, how brands get the “Violet Code” stamp of approval, the recent appointment of Sarah...

Nana Agyemang is the CEO and founder of EveryStylishGirl and EveryStylishGirl Biz, focused on advancing opportunities for women of color in fashion, business and beauty (EveryStylishGirl also operates annual conferences, called Sip N’ Slay). Nana is a multimedia journalist and entrepreneur, who has worked for New York Magazine, ELLE Magazine and Refinery29. She made waves as the Social Media Editor for The Cut, as the voice of a social generation. Her quick meme game and tone of voice for The...

Amy Fraser is a results driven coach and the founder of OKREAL: a self-development platform for modern women. Established in New York City, OKREAL provides tools and resources that help women take charge of their lives through online courses, B2B training, workshops and mentorship. Past partners include global brands like Nike, Adidas and TED. In addition to running OKREAL, Amy recently launched amy.studio as a consultancy and coaching agency.  Amy has developed a thriving mentor circle...

Emily DiDonato is a globally recognized supermodel, known as the face of Maybelline cosmetics for eight years and as the global spokesmodel for the skincare brand, Biotherm. She is passionate about beauty, wellness, skincare, and promoting body positivity.   In addition to her modeling career, Emily is a skilled digital content creator who built a successful social media following across multiple platforms including Instagram (2.2MM), TikTok (365K+)  and YouTube (400K+).   In a bold move,...

Caroline Spiegel is the CEO and cofounder of audio erotica platform, Quinn. Yes, you read right: Quinn is based on audio erotica, making it a "no visuals" porn site on a mission to help women orgasm and "finish first." Caroline studied Computer Science at Stanford (the interest in tech runs in the family -- her older brother is Snapchat CEO and cofounder, Evan Spiegel), before leaving during her senior year to start her company. She recently relocated from New York to Los Angeles where she...

Olivia Perez is an interviewer, journalist, and the host of "Friend of a Friend", a weekly talk show where she interviews the next generation of luminaries. She's interviewed talent like Maggie Rogers, Bella Hadid, Hannah Bronfman, Symone Sanders, Millie Bobbie Brown, Lindsay Peoples Wagner, and Jordan Firstman, and has moderated panels for businesses like Shopify, Bumble, WWD, The Wing, and more. She’s also made her mark as an editorial and cultural archaeologist, digging up the best of the...

Puno is the founder of ilovecreatives, a platform connecting and edu-taining creatives living that slashie life, and the new host for Girlboss Radio. When she’s not behind the mic or her laptop, she’s doing photoshoots with her cat.   We chat about her definition of success, why it’s important to embrace being a “slashie”, how to reply to the “can I pick your brain” question, her thoughts on unpaid work (you know, “for exposure”), and what led to her newest role as podcast host for Girlboss...

Sonja Rasula is the founder and CEO of Unique Markets, the direct-to-consumer brand Care Package, and host of the podcast, "SOS with Sonja Rasula".  Sonja saw a gap in the market for an elevated shopping experience — something cooler than the mall, more curated and fresh than a flea market, one that showcased emerging brands and entrepreneurs, with a focus on community and a unique IRL experience.  So she launched the LA-based Unique Markets in 2008, which has since had spinoff events...

Sarah Ahmed is the Creative Director of DL1961, CEO & Founder of Warp + Weft , and on a mission to make stylish, size-inclusive denim that’s good for the planet -- this Earth Day and every other day.   Founded in 2018, Warp + Weft can be credited for starting the conversation of denim being inclusive -- back when other brands weren’t focusing on it. It is committed to make great denim for everybody, and every body.   DL1961 has launched a successful collab with Marianna Hewitt, and...

While working as a Director / Senior Merchant at Victoria's Secret, Michelle Cordeiro Grant learned that the $13B lingerie category, in the US alone, was dominated by Victoria's Secret -- and was mostly based on the male gaze. So Grant set out to create a new experience and POV for the category – one she called "Leisurée" (merging the best elements of lingerie, swim and activewear) – and she launched Lively.   Lively represents a movement and a lifestyle that has helped the brand cultivate...

Before Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas was known as one of today’s most respected producers, she was one of the most successful female agents (if not one of the most successful agents overall), representing celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Julia Roberts, Spike Lee, and Halle Berry.    Elaine rose through the ranks as an agent at the William Morris Agency in the ‘80s, which was known as a boys’ club, and went on to hold top positions in the industry such as partner and co-head of Revolution...

Colleen McCann is the founder of Style Rituals & author of Crystal Rx. A fashion stylist turned cultural mystic, Colleen brings clarity, guidance & self-care practices to her clients. From the runways of Paris to the crystal caves of South America, she has spent this lifetime working among all things beautiful, acutely aware of the power and strength that lies in the exquisite. Colleen has created a signature style of Intuitive Storytelling to read the past, present & future for...

Amrit is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur. As a host, DJ and strategic consultant, her work is inspired by empathy and connection.   Originally hailing from Perth, Australia, Amrit moved to New York City to become a DJ and immerse herself in the arts and culture scene. The risk paid off -- her love and commitment to music has seen her perform and sell out tours throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Australia. She has opened for the likes of Lauryn Hill and Dua Lipa, and has...

To many, Heather Thomson is an adored reality star from the hit Bravo reality series, The Real Housewives of New York City, she is a celebrated designer, successful entrepreneur, an integrative nutrition Health Coach, host of her popular podcast, In My Heart and Co-Founder of Beyond Fresh— an organic, science based, easy-to-follow approach to nutritional supplements.   With 25+ years of fashion experience from Calvin Klein to Design Director for Sean "Diddy" Combs Sean John label, to...

Cofounded in January 2015 as a direct-to-consumer brand by Noura Sakkijha, who serves as CEO, and her husband Majed Masad, who is the company’s COO, Mejuri flipped the script on the jewelry business model by eliminating the traditional markup and introducing a new way to position jewelry: as everyday luxury that women can buy for themselves. As a brand built on the power of community and showcasing user-generated content, you’ve likely seen Mejuri all over Instagram, especially items from...

Erin and Sara Foster recently launched their clothing line, Favorite Daughter. They are currently in an overall deal at Disney’s 20th Century Studios to create and produce television shows. They have several shows in development that they are producing, writing and starring in. Erin and Sara were co-heads of creative at Bumble from 2017 to 2020 and now sit as advisors to the company. They also serve as investors and advisors to The Mirror, canned wine company Bev, and women’s wear company...

Sam Abrahart, founder and CEO of the Mayfair Group, joins me this week to chat about how her search for fulfillment and personal mental health struggle led to launching the agency behind the ultra shareable Instagram content -- also now known as a fashion brand on a mission. (Its “Empathy” sets have been spotted on everyone from J.Lo and Gabrielle Union, and Justin Bieber recently rocked the “Just Be Kind” set.)   Sam shares her thoughts on creating a disruptive company, the power of...

In this week’s episode of “Share Of Voice”, I sit down with Jennifer Zuccarini, the founder of the fashion brand Fleur du Mal, whose mission is to redefine the way women approach lingerie. Feminine, chic and slightly subversive, the Fleur du Mal brand explores the notion of desire and artful provocation while maintaining style and wearability. Fleur enjoys a celebrity clientele including Rihanna, Sienna Miller, Gigi Hadid, Angelina Jolie, and Kendall Jenner.   Jennifer’s penchant for...

This week’s episode features a powerful, insightful conversation with Larissa May (a.k.a. Larz), founder of the social media movement #HalfTheStory, a non-profit on a mission to make digital wellness a priority.    Larz shares tips on setting healthy boundaries with tech and social media, not feeling compelled to join every platform or trend (hi, Clubhouse), and tips to combat toxic productivity (she has an easy-to-remember 3 “P” acronym for this one!).    Larz IG: ...

Marketing powerhouse and Forbes' "30 Under 30" Babba Rivera has worked at disruptive companies like Uber and Away, and made a name for herself in branding with her own agency, By.Babba.   In October 2020, Babba added another title to her resume: founder of Ceremonia, the clean hair care brand rooted in Latinx heritage. The brand’s first styling product, a super serum called the Pequi Curl Activator, dropped last week, joining a lineup that includes the heritage scalp remedy oil, Aceite de...