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BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED - Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Growth Mindset, Confidence

Paola Soares- Inspired by Jenna Kutcher, Christian, Women entreprenuers
Personal Growth
Imposter Syndrome
Growth Mindset
Perfectionism
Entrepreneurship
Failure
Side Hustle
Career Development
Confidence
Limiting Beliefs
Fixed Mindset
Women Empowerment
Discouragement
Success
Artificial Intelligence
Productivity
God-Given Calling
Community Support
Goal Setting
Burnout

Do you ever struggle with imposter syndrome when it comes to your career or business? Wish you had unshakable confidence no matter who's in the meeting? Ever wonder how those wildly successful women got to where they are today? What if I told you that every one of them had moments of "failure" would failure seem less scary to you? What if "failure" is part of the journey towards success and purpos... more

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In this episode of But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares talks with women's coach, podcaster, and feminine leadership mentor Johanna Mäkilä-Manninen for an honest conversation around feminism vs femininity, feminine leadership, and what it truly m... more

There's a quiet crisis happening right now—and most women think it's just them.

Women who followed the "right" path… built the career… started the business… and still feel stuck, inconsistent, or unfulfilled.

In this episode, Paola Soares, host o... more

What happens when you slowly start becoming the version of yourself you never wanted to be?

In this deeply personal episode, Paola Soares shares a story she doesn't often talk about—the season where she felt stuck, disconnected from her purpose, an... more

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your strategy, your circumstances, or your resources—but the beliefs you've been carrying for years?

In this Rewind episode of But First, She Failed, Paola Soares dives into the powerful and often hi... more

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Recent Guests

Patrice Poltzer
Founder of MyStoryPro, Gracie Award-winning former Today Show producer
MyStoryPro
Episode: 164. AI Can't Replace This: How to Stand Out & Become Irreplaceable with MyStoryPro AI Founder Patrice Poltzer
Nicole O. Salmon
Author, strategies, and purpose alignment coach; YouVersion partner; author of Courage and Confidence
Independent coach and author
Episode: 161. Why You Can't Find Your Purpose: Quiet Grief, Identity Shifts & Clarity with Nicole O. Salmon
Chelsi Jo Moore
Host of Systemize Your Life, entrepreneur focused on time and task management for moms and business owners
Systemize Your Life / Systemize Your Biz
Episode: 160. The Systems That Set You Free: How to Organize Your Life & Business (Time Management for Entrepreneurs) with Chelsi Jo Moore REWIND
Shelly Lefkoe
International speaker, belief eliminator, co-founder and president of the Lefkoe Institute; founder of Parenting the Lefkoe Way
Lefkoe Institute
Episode: 158. How to Permanently Overcome Limiting Beliefs with Shelly Lefkoe | REWIND
Stephanie Gass
Mentor and podcasting coach
Podcast Pro University
Episode: 153. Growth Mindset: What It Is and Why You Need It This Year (REWIND)
Anna Dearmon Kornick
Time management coach, host of It's About Time podcast
It's About Time / Time management coaching
Episode: 152. Master Your Time & Stop Overwhelm: Productivity Tips with Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick (REWIND)
Ayana Rodriguez
Founder of Itavi, a premium child care brand
Itavi
Episode: 146: The Power of Mindset: How Founder Ayana Rodriguez Partnered with the World's Top Luxury Hotels
Jacqueline Basulto
Award-winning Latina entrepreneur and founder of SeedX Inc.
SeedX Inc.
Episode: 145. $1Billion Impact: How Latina CEO Jacqueline Basulto Built a Thriving Agency from $200
Kate Sargent
Career Coach and Strategic People Operations Consultant
Episode: 139. How to Translate Skills Across Industries & Build Your Network Like A Boss with Career Coach and Fractional HR Executive Kate Sargent

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Love this.

    From solo eps to guest episodes, I have been loving the honest and candid conversations that Paola consistently puts out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GBA12345678910
    United States6 months ago
  • Much needed

    I’ve been looking for something just like this! Every episode is worth listening to and I’m in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roseboogie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Warranted 5 Stars!!!

    I never leave reviews, but always listen to podcasts. I’m changing what I listen to and my self love is growing stronger. Podcasts like this are the reason. New fav podcast. (I only wanted to add that I still want to give 5 stars , but every other word you say is “right?”) Almost to the point of “I can’t listen anymore… I will continue to because I still want to give 5 stars , idk maybe it’s just me… “right?” 😅💕

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    vfromthevalley
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspired

    Wow I am so inspired by this show. It’s so real and talks about life stuff I have experienced myself as a mother, entrepreneur and Mexican American woman. I have really enjoyed the topics and learned a lot. I’m glad to know I’m not alone in feeling failure at some point in my life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldenlatinaVC
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it!

    It is so refreshing to listening to a Latina who is encouraging and empowering! The Creator to Leader episode was really helpful! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Created To Be Loved
    United States3 years ago

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Fans value the community orientation and faith-aligned inspiration that complements career advice.
Listeners appreciate the host's vulnerability and practical, actionable takeaways.
Episodes consistently deliver motivation and real-world guidance from diverse guests.
Audience notes the production is energetic and the host has a relatable, clear communication style.
The show feels empowering for women balancing entrepreneurship with personal life.

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164. AI Can't Replace This: How to Stand Out & Become Irreplaceable with MyStoryPro AI Founder Patrice Poltzer
Q: What makes MyStoryPro different from simply using a generic AI writing tool?
It focuses on training a unique, personal voice and psychological safety to draw out real stories, not just churning out posts; it guides users through a question-based process to reach deeper, more human insights before content creation.
164. AI Can't Replace This: How to Stand Out & Become Irreplaceable with MyStoryPro AI Founder Patrice Poltzer
Q: How can people use MyStoryPro in their daily workflow?
The tool functions as a strategic partner that helps you map your story, train your voice, and create content that reflects your authentic voice rather than generic AI output, with emphasis on questions and human-centric storytelling.
161. Why You Can't Find Your Purpose: Quiet Grief, Identity Shifts & Clarity with Nicole O. Salmon
Q: How can someone dealing with identity shifts and grief move toward clarity and action?
Acknowledge the losses, grieve with God, and engage in community and accountability; clarity grows when you're in motion, not when you overthink. Start with small steps, identify what energizes you, and lean into the next instruction God provides.
161. Why You Can't Find Your Purpose: Quiet Grief, Identity Shifts & Clarity with Nicole O. Salmon
Q: What does it look like for a woman to live in her purpose today, and how is it different from merely discovering a calling?
Purpose is a lifestyle grounded in who you are in Christ, not a single destination; it deepens and shifts with seasons, but remains focused on glorifying God. The practical path involves unboxing identity, aligning life areas, and creating a strategic plan that translates purpose into action day by day.
152. Master Your Time & Stop Overwhelm: Productivity Tips with Time Management Coach Anna Dearmon Kornick (REWIND)
Q: What two quick action steps would you recommend to someone overwhelmed with their time management?
First, get everything out of your head and onto paper (a mind sweep), then categorize into must do, should do, could do, and want to; then tackle the must do items first to regain control and direction.

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1. Patrice Poltzer
2. Nicole O. Salmon
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4. Shelly Lefkoe
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6. Anna Dearmon Kornick
7. Ayana Rodriguez
8. Jacqueline Basulto

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