In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Brooke Lively, founder and president of Cathedral Capital, about the twists, turns, and unexpected detours that shape a fulfilling career. Together, they explore how finding where you belong often means recognizing that the right company is one whose core values truly align with your own.

Brooke shares how each job, whether it’s a perfect fit or a painful mismatch, can teach you something valuable. Even a challenging boss can become a guidepost, showing you the kind of leader you aspire to be.

As Robert Frost wrote, “I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” This episode reminds us that success isn’t about a straight line, it’s about the growth, lessons, and wins you collect along the way.

MORE ABOUT BROOKE LIVELY:
LinkedIn: Brooke Lively
Website: Brooke Lively
Website: CathCap
YouTube: An Interview with Brooke Lively

ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS:
Website - Sweet but Fearless
LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Kelli Thompson, award-winning executive coach and author, to explore where confidence truly comes from and how curiosity is its secret partner.

Mary and Kelli unpack the critical difference between being a manager and being a leader, diving into how doing the work yourself can sometimes hinder your ability to think strategically and lead effectively. Together, they explore why confidence isn’t about having all the answers but about being willing to ask the right questions.

Tune in and discover how confidence and curiosity work hand-in-hand to shape authentic, fearless leadership.

Kelli is an award-winning leadership and executive coach, keynote speaker, and the critically acclaimed author of Closing The Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential & Your Paycheck. In Kelli’s two-decade career leading teams, she received industry awards for her ability to build programs that cultivated the pipeline of future leaders.

MORE ABOUT KELLI THOMPSON:
LinkedIn: Kelli Thompson
Website: Kelli Rae Thompson
Book: Closing The Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential & Your Paycheck.
Ted Talk: How Idolizing Coworkers Can Hold You Back

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ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS:
Website - Sweet but Fearless
LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Gloria Chou, an award-winning PR strategist and host of the top-rated Small Business PR Podcast. Gloria is known for her untraditional yet proven approach to public relations—one that makes visibility and media access attainable for everyone, not just those with insider connections or massive followings.

Together, they dive into what PR truly means for small business owners and professionals in transition. Gloria shares practical strategies for pitching yourself with confidence, using your voice to attract your ideal audience, and showing up authentically in your story.

✨ FREE MASTERCLASS Oct 7-9, 2025

MORE ABOUT GLOIA CHOU
LinkedIn: Gloria Chou
Website: Gloria Chou PR
Podcast: Small Business PR
Masterclass: Get Featured in Gift Guides, Oct 7-9, 2025

ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS:
Website - Sweet but Fearless
LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless