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Gratitude Geek | Business Education for Gen X Women Solopreneurs

Kandas Rodarte | Gen X Growth Coach for Women Solopreneurs
Gratitude
Gratitude Geek
Breast Cancer
Entrepreneurship
Podcasting
Gen X Women Solopreneurs
Storytelling
Momentum
Gen X Women
Linkedin
Cause Marketing
Burnout
Notebooklm
Public Speaking
Mental Health
Chatgpt
Self-Trust
Family Business
Dance
Small Business

Gratitude Geek is the podcast for Gen X women solopreneurs who've faced major life challenges like cancer, divorce, or loss—and are rebuilding their businesses and lives with strategy, systems, and gratitude as a powerful business tool. Host Kandas Rodarte—a Gen X metastatic breast cancer thriver, growth coach, and digital marketing pioneer with 30+ years of expertise—interviews inspirational Gen ... more

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Style is not just about clothes. It can shape how we feel, how we show up, and how we move through the world, especially when life has already changed us. In this conversation with Marisol Colette, we explore how fashion can support confidence, ident... more

In episode 333 of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte talks with Amanda Sima about momentum, setbacks, protecting intellectual property, and what founders learn when business gets complicated. Amanda built a collegiate apparel company with more than 150 N... more

What if automation was the thing that finally gave you more time, more space, and more momentum in your business? In episode 332 of Gratitude Geek, Jenna Bannister shares how she automated 95% of her land business, what that changed for her as a mom ... more

In episode 331 of Gratitude Geek Podcast, Kandas Rodarte shares why the show is heading into a 12-week momentum series and what that means for the future of the podcast.

She also talks about the recent Marketing Podcast Network Awards finalist news,... more

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Amanda Sima
Host of Brain on Loan, entrepreneur
Brain on Loan
Episode: Protecting What You Build (Amanda Sima)
Jenna Bannister
Founder of Automations for Owners
Automations for Owners
Episode: Automation for Solopreneur Momentum with Jenna Bannister
Kim Pike Walters
Financial coach for solopreneurs
Self-employed/Gratitude Geek guest
Episode: Pay Yourself Consistently as a Solopreneur | Kim Pike Walters
Renae Fieck
Feminine leadership coach
Cycle Advantage / Cycle Sync Your Business
Episode: Cycle Sync Your Business | Renae Fieck
Rob Broadhead
Digital defense expert and podcaster (Developineur/Building Better Developers)
Developineur / Building Better Developers
Episode: Digital Defense for Solopreneurs | Rob Broadhead
Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud
Serial tech entrepreneur focused on helping women start meaningful businesses
Insead Business School (business coach role)
Episode: How to Build a Resilient Business | Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud
Sarah Andries
Artist, author of Step Into the Ether
Independent artist/author
Episode: The Real Reason You Can't Make That Decision | Sarah Andreas
Rose Gill
Coaching partner and collaborator mentioned as a key supporter
Episode: The Real Reason You Can't Make That Decision | Sarah Andreas
Karen Yankovich
LinkedIn and PR consultant, coach, marketing expert
Episode: Visibility and Wealth for Women Solopreneurs | Karen Yankovich

Host

Kandas Rodarte
Host of Gratitude Geek, interview-style show focusing on Gen X women solopreneurs

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Real conversations, real energy

    Kandas has a gift for interviewing guests and pulling out genuine stories that get straight to the heart of the issue. The energy between her and her guests is real. This is the kind of show that makes you feel less alone running a business by yourself. Five stars, easy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just a name1971
    United States17 days ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love listening to this podcast and thoroughly enjoyed being a guest on it as well! Kandas asked great questions, and our conversation about gratitude helped brighten my day 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Money Coach Kim
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love this show!

    I’m a listener and I’m lucky enough to also have been a guest on Gratitude Geek with Kandas. I love the conversations that are featured especially the variety of moments of gratitude that are featured in each message.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    😄😎👠
    United States3 months ago
  • A great show for Gen X

    Kandas speaks to exactly the topics that we Gen X folks care about, and she’s a GREAT interviewer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beckymollenkamp
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show great topic!

    So good to talk to a soul sister! I could have talked to Kandas forever. She asked great questions that hopefully provided answers to other women starting over at forty or contemplating taking a chance on themselves in business. I would have loved to have people like Kandas cheering me on when I felt like I was the only person who believed in me. We "mature" ladies need to stick together, and Gratitude Geek podcast is a great place to land. Today I was "seen."

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kira Hartley Klinger
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise energetic, authentic hosting and meaningful conversations.
Audience comments emphasize community and motivational tone.
The show is appreciated for its focus on gratitude as a business strategy and real-world storytelling.
Guests consistently highlight practical, actionable insights for growing a business.

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Automation for Solopreneur Momentum with Jenna Bannister
Q: Something I ask every single guest is, how do you weave gratitude into your business strategy?
She describes starting each day with a gratitude list, using it as a baseline to frame leadership, improve staff morale, and guide decisions. Gratitude informs her communication style, leadership approach (sandwich method), and fosters a positive, resilient workplace culture that supports momentum.
Overcome Stage Fright | Mahlena-Rae Johnson
Q: What practical steps can someone take to prepare for a speech?
Develop a plan before, during, and after the presentation; practice with trusted people, record yourself, and use tools like a 30-second video to refine your message and delivery.
Overcome Stage Fright | Mahlena-Rae Johnson
Q: What gender dynamics influence stage fright, and how do societal expectations contribute?
There is a gendered layer to stage fright where women often face harsher public scrutiny about appearance and presentation, contributing to higher confidence barriers and pressure to perform perfectly.
Overcome Stage Fright | Mahlena-Rae Johnson
Q: Is stage fright normal, and where does the idea of it being a personal failing come from?
Stage fright is normal and not indicative of personal failure; understanding this helps people approach presentations with a calmer mindset and focus on preparation and connection.
Why $10K Offers Fail Gen X Women (Build Sustainable Communities Instead) | Carol Tice
Q: How should someone frame pricing and positioning to avoid the “bro marketing” approach?
She stresses that pricing should align with impact, accessibility, and the ability to help many people rather than chasing prestige. She shares personal experience of earning significant income from a low-ticket model and explains that emphasis should be on delivering consistent value, community support, and scalable offerings like upsell opportunities, coaching, or live events, rather than a single $10,000 offer.

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What is Gratitude Geek about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Gratitude Geek centers on Gen X women solopreneurs rebuilding their businesses after major life challenges, using gratitude, strategy, and systems to drive growth. Episodes feature guest experts—from LinkedIn strategists to authors and coaches—sharing practical marketing, productivity, and client-connection tactics while weaving in resilience, authenticity, and community building. The show stands out for its emphasis on gratitude as a business tool, real-world anecdotes, and a focus on balancing hustle with life, making it especially helpful for listeners navigating career pivots, caregiving, or health challenges.

A notable strength is the guest roster: seasoned entrepreneurs, authors, and practitioners who offer actionable advice, actiona... more

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2. Jenna Bannister
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